New York, NY (PRWEB) February 17, 2012

“The baddest vocal cats on the planet!” – Quincy Jones

Shanachie Entertainment is set to release Take 6′s new CD ‘One’. A cappella sensation Take 6 (Alvin Chea, Khristian Dentley, Joey Kibble, Mark Kibble, Claude V. McKnight III, David Thomas) defies category. The instantly recognizable and irrepressible ten-time Grammy and Dove winners are a perfect representation of what Duke Ellington called “Beyond Category.” Take 6, who holds the distinction of being the most Grammy nominated vocal group in history, is truly unique in their sound: Six angelic and refined voices united in crystal clear harmony against a rip tide of syncopated rhythms, ornate arrangements and funky grooves that bubble into an intoxicating brew of gospel, jazz, R&B and pop flavor. With ten Grammy and Dove Awards, two NAACP Image Awards and one Soul Train Award under their belt, Take 6 are musician’s musicians who have won praise from such luminaries as Quincy Jones, Ray Charles, Stevie Wonder. Brian Wilson, Ella Fitzgerald and Whitney Houston. They have even played the White House. The multi-platinum selling sextet will release their highly anticipated Shanachie Entertainment debut, “One,” on March 27, 2012.

“Take 6’s unique genius is unmatched on today’s music scene, and I can’t wait for the world to feel the joy and brilliance of their new album. They never sounded better,” states VP of A&R, Danny Weiss. The title track and first single from Take 6’s new recording One captures the genius behind what has made the a cappella powerhouse a phenomenon for decades. The sure to be chart-topping single has an equally admirable video that features cameos from everyone from Stevie Wonder and Brian McKnight to Lalah Hathaway. Stevie Wonder also joins Take 6 on “One” in a stirring rendition of his own beautiful composition, “Can’t Imagine Love Without You.” Other highlights on the CD include the groups own songs like “Working In You” and “Done My Best” and brilliant re-workings of such gospel stalwarts as “What A Friend We Have In Jesus,” “Farther Along” and “Take The Lord With You.”

The Take 6 story began in 1980 at Oakwood College in Huntsville, AL. It was not long before their signature sound garnered the group wide spread attention. In 1987, Take 6 signed with Warner Brothers and released their eponymously titled debut, which scored two Grammys and landed in the top ten on Billboard’s Contemporary Jazz and Contemporary Christian charts. Take 6’s emergence on the music scene garnered wide spread attention and opportunities to collaborate with many of the brightest stars in the industry. In 1990, they released the Grammy winning “So Much 2 Say,” which found a home at number 2 spot on Billboard’s Contemporary Jazz chart. Another Grammy followed with the group’s holiday recording He Is Christmas. During the 90s they continued to solidify themselves as forces to reckon with producing a string of stellar recordings including Join the Band (1994), Brothers (1996), So Cool (1998) and We Wish You a Merry Christmas (1999). Both Join the Band and Brothers were both Grammy winners. In 2000, TAKE 6 released a live recording and a best-of collection that was followed by Beautiful World in 2002. In 2006, Feels Good, presented an opportunity for the group to release their first new album on their own label. In 2008, Take 6 joined forces with an all-star lineup that included Aaron Neville, Brian McKnight, George Benson, Al Jarreau and Jon Hendricks for their album The Standard, their first for the Heads up label. 2010’s Most Wonderful Time of the Year, climbed to the top 40 spot on Billboard’s U.S. Jazz charts. Always one to reach back and give back, Take 6 mentors and nurtures young talent through their Take 6 Vocal Jazz Scholarship. With the release of One, Take 6 reminds us of why they are the gold standard for a cappella groups everywhere!

Links:

Single: http://soundcloud.com/take6/one

Behind the scenes of the Video shoot: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wVAID9bUGDY

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NBA MVP Derrick Rose at Alberts Jewelers

Chicago, IL (PRWEB) February 06, 2012

Chicago Bulls basketball superstar and NBA 2011 MVP Derrick Rose received a stunning black and white diamond encrusted gold neckpiece from Albert’s Diamond Jewelers during the holidays as a token of the community’s appreciation for his amazing dedication to local churches and philanthropic efforts in helping the working class communities of suburban Illinois.

The Gameplan Jewelry NBA neckpiece feature the iconic Chicago Bulls logo with over 4 carats of black and white diamonds pave set in white gold on a 36”gold link chain.

Photos Include :

1)    Josh Halpern from Albert’s and NBA MVP Derrick Rose from the Chicago Bulls wearing Gameplan Jewelry

2)    NBA MVP Derrick Rose with Diamond Chicago Bulls Necklace by Gameplan Jewelry

3)    NBA Diamond Jewelry – Chicago Bulls Limited W Series gold and diamond neckpiece by Gameplan

Albert’s Diamond Jewelry is located just 30 minutes from downtown Chicago at 711 Main Street in Schererville, Indiana. For more information please contact             219-322-2700         219-322-2700.

About Albert’s Jewelers

Established in 1905, Albert’s has grown from a tiny storefront in East Chicago, Indiana to one of the largest and most successful family-owned jewelers in the country, with 10,000 square feet of exceptional jewelry to choose from. Their professional staff includes in-house jewelers, appraisers and graduate gemologists. Albert’s flagship-superstore in Schererville is one of Chicagoland’s best kept secrets and was voted the #1 Jewelry Store for seventeen years in a row by the Northwest Indiana Times. For more info please visit WWW.ALBERTSJEWELERS.COM.

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LifeThruDivorce is the premier, interactive Community of support and guidance for parents and children living through divorce.

Boca Raton, FL (PRWEB) February 16, 2012

When a family goes through a divorce, everyone’s world is turned upside down. Adults and children face a host of unfamiliar situations, including:

    Ineffective negotiations on child custody, marital assets, etc.;
    Transitions to separate households and juggling the work-life balance;
    Increased stress and the consequential emotional / physical issues;
    Uncertainty about investments and wealth after the split.
Some situations require professional assistance but finding the right people and resources only adds to the challenges.

A new website, LifeThruDivorce (http://www.LifeThruDivorce.com), provides insight and resources for all members of the family to help with transition, support and guidance through every stage of divorce.

“LifeThruDivorce is the brain child of a group of friends who have each been touched by divorce. We found there is no single reliable, full-service resource to get advice, support, empowerment and guidance from professionals and peers,” said Perri Teitelbaum, one of the LifeThruDivorce partners. “Our desire was to create a ‘community’ and a ‘movement’ where everyone can share feelings, stories, and positive influences; and find dedicated professionals to shed light on and guide families through all stages of the JourneyThruDivorce.”

LifeThruDivorce.com will feature national and regional listings of a wide variety of professionals and organizations that can help, including family attorneys, mediators, travel experts, family therapists as well as editorial content and forums where visitors can participate in conversations on endless divorce-related topics.

LifeThruDivorce already has a lineup of experts from various divorce-related fields who are excited about contributing to its community.

“We are proud to announce our alliance with Judy Romanoff, founder of the nationally recognized National Single Parent Resource Center,” said Teitelbaum. “Coach Judy, a former South Florida Guardian Ad Litem, is an advocate for families in transition through divorce. She helps clients navigate through the maze of single parent issues, putting children’s best interests first. Coach Judy will bring her expertise and insight to LifeThruDivorce with an exclusive weekly blog and chat forum.”

While LifeThruDivorce.com is scheduled to launch in March, it has already developed a following and demand for its concept with growing interest on Facebook. Since launching the Facebook page in November 2011, it now reaches up to 724,000 visitors each week. Followers from 12 states have read, “liked” and commented on the content which has included references to relevant articles, professional blogs and even experience sharing.

LifeThruDivorce offers value-added marketing opportunities for professionals who can offer their services to the website visitors. Ads can be targeted nationally or regionally and advertisers can also provide content which demonstrate expertise. LifeThruDivorce’s media kit can be accessed here.

About LifeThruDivorce.com

LifeThruDivorce is the premier, interactive Community of support and guidance for parents and children living through divorce. We provide the knowledge, expertise and empathy to empower families to accept, recover and heal from LifeThruDivorce and move forward in life and love. LifeThruDivorce is your trusted partner, fostering a positive environment with professional guidance from experts in Law, Psychology, Finance, Wellness, Education, Travel, Real Estate and beyond.

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Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) January 31, 2012

MailChimp today announced an integration with MediaPass™ (http://www.mediapass.com), a leading subscription solution for websites. With MailChimp Sync, customers using MediaPass to power digital subscriptions to their content, can effectively manage email campaigns for premium members.

“Our publishers have been asking for an easy way to integrate a premium content model with their email strategy. Developing this feature with MailChimp not only gives our customers a powerful marketing tool, but now they can easily offer robust subscriber benefits via premium newsletters and emails,” said Matt Mitchell, CEO of MediaPass.

MediaPass publishers with a MailChimp account can access the MailChimp Sync feature in their publisher console. They enable the feature by signing in with their MailChimp login, select the MailChimp list to update whenever a user signs up for a subscription, and MediaPass handles the rest – even unsubscribes. MailChimp Sync was developed by MediaPass and is offered to any website at no additional cost with a free MediaPass account (http://publisher.mediapass.com/SignUp1.aspx).

MediaPass offers simple javascript code that is easily added to any website or CMS, to instantly enable a premium subscription model. MediaPass is a full-service subscription solution with customizable features and secure billing management. Merchant processing, fraud protection, and subscriber support are provided to all MediaPass publishers, and also available for any site using MailChimp Sync. MediaPass is one of the latest companies selected by the MailChimp Integration Fund.

Links:

http://connect.mailchimp.com/integrations/mailchimp-sync-for-mediapass-subscriptions

http://www.mediapass.com

About MailChimp

MailChimp supports more than 1.3 million subscribers worldwide, sending 2.5 billion emails per month. MailChimp is designed for the do-it-yourself power user — someone looking for all of the power of the enterprise application, but built for anyone to use. MailChimp integrates with many third party applications including Facebook, Twitter, Eventbrite, Salesforce, WordPress, Magento, Joomla, Drupal and Google Analytics. And best of all, prices start at free.

About MediaPass

MediaPass™ is a leading subscription solution for websites and works on any platform or CMS. Using MediaPass, a website can sell recurring subscriptions to their online content, without the resources and costs typically associated with in-house development. Founded by experts in online subscription models, MediaPass aims to service the growing world of web publishers who are frustrated with the limitations of an advertising-based revenue model and desire a simple, yet customizable subscription product.

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A small sample of Contempo Space’s new color options (From top to bottom: Apple Red, Expresso, French Lila, Navy Blue, Paprika, Fossil)

Passaic, NJ (PRWEB) February 06, 2012

For nearly 50 years, NJ furniture manufacturer Contempo Space has provided quality custom furniture throughout the U.S. Now, Contempo Space is proud to announce that they will be incorporating even more custom features with over 40 color options available on a variety of products including entertainment centers, wardrobes, dressers and more.

Along with family brands Contempo Wall, Contempo Closet and Contempo Sofa, Contempo Space is moving towards a solution-based custom furniture experience, offering customers over 40 options for custom furniture colors and finishes. With Contempo Space’s expanded color palette, customers can work with Contempo Space’s experienced design consultants to identify appropriate color schemes and combinations to match any space.

Contempo Space sales associate, Gary Flax notes, “We have a tremendous amount of options.” The colors mixed with finish choices offer customers a wide variety of options and combinations, which Contempo Space craftsmen use to finish their furniture according to customer specified demands.

The color options are available in three different finish styles: matte finish, painted glass finish and glossy finish.

Contempo Space, along with family brands Contempo Wall, Contempo Closet and Contempo Sofa, specializes in custom home furnishings, including wardrobes, entertainment centers and wall units. Design consultants and craftsmen work with customers to create the perfect piece for any space, hand-crafted to meet the customer’s specific needs. Delivery and on-site assembly are also available upon request.

For more information on products and services, visit ContempoSpace.com. For further updates, follow Contempo Space on twitter at #ContempoSpace and at Facebook.com/ContempoSpace.

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Technology Wars: Profit Confidential Investigates RIM vs. Apple

New York, NY (PRWEB) February 08, 2012

Popular financial newsletter Profit Confidential reports that there has been a change in leadership at Research In Motion Limited (RIM) after the resignation of the company’s co-founders Mike Lazaridis and Jim Balsillie. George Leong, contributor to Profit Confidential, investigates the comparison between RIM and Apple.

“New CEO, Thorsten Heins, who is also the former COO, is not drawing rave reviews on Wall Street. The company really needs a visionary and I’m not convinced that an operations specialist will be able to right the ship,” says Leong.

The reality, according to Leong, is that Heins might be better than the RIM co-founders, but he is likely not like the late Steve Jobs or Richard Branson of Virgin Media, Inc. “Time will tell if Heins can offer something different,” says Leong.

“As an investor, I would stick with Apple, the best of breed,” says Leong. “Apple is the largest company in the world, with an astounding market cap in excess of $ 394 billion. By comparison, RIM’s market cap of $ 7.64 billion is tiny.”

According to Profit Confidential, Apple has $ 25.95 billion in cash and no debt. Leong notes, “Apple could easily take out RIM if it wanted to. But Apple doesn’t have to do this, as its ‘iPhone’ and ‘iPad’ have garnered worldwide acclaim and are seen as sexy products.”

“RIM’s ‘BlackBerry’ may be dying a slow death,” says Leong.

Profit Confidential, which has been published for over a decade now, has been widely recognized as predicting five major economic events over the past 10 years. In 2002, Profit Confidential started advising its readers to buy gold-related investments when gold traded under $ 300 an ounce. In 2006, it “begged” its readers to get out of the housing market…before it plunged.

Profit Confidential was among the first (back in late 2006) to predict that the U.S. economy would be in a recession by late 2007. The daily e-letter correctly predicted the crash in the stock market of 2008 and early 2009. And Profit Confidential turned bullish on stocks in March of 2009 and rode the bear market rally from a Dow Jones Industrial Average of 6,440 on March 9, 2009, to 12,876 on May 2, 2011, a gain of 99%.

To see the full article and to learn more about Profit Confidential, visit http://www.profitconfidential.com.

Profit Confidential is Lombardi Publishing Corporation’s free daily investment e-letter. Written by financial gurus with over 100 years of combined investing experience, Profit Confidential analyzes and comments on the actions of the stock market, precious metals, interest rates, real estate, and the economy. Lombardi Publishing Corporation, founded in 1986, now with over one million customers in 141 countries, is one of the largest consumer information publishers in the world. For more on Lombardi, and to get the popular Profit Confidential e-letter sent to you daily, visit http://www.profitconfidential.com.

Michael Lombardi, MBA, the lead Profit Confidential editorial contributor, has just released his most recent update of Critical Warning Number Six, a breakthrough video with Lombardi’s current predictions for the U.S. economy, stock market, U.S. dollar, euro, interest rates and inflation. To see the video, visit http://www.profitconfidential.com/critical-warning-number-six.

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Karyn Schoenbart

Bentonville, AR (PRWEB) February 03, 2012

The NPD Group, Inc., a global leader in consumer and retail market research for a wide range of industries, has reached an agreement with Walmart to receive and analyze its point-of-sale information in the U.S. NPD currently receives information from over 900 retailers representing 150,000 retail doors worldwide. The addition of Walmart data will enhance this information and allow NPD to continue to expand its portfolio of solution-oriented products and services.

Under the agreement, NPD will receive sales data from Walmart U.S. stores and walmart.com. The agreement covers a broad set of general merchandise categories spanning the following Walmart merchandise units: Entertainment, Apparel, Home, Hardlines, and Toys. NPD and Walmart are working together to integrate Walmart information into NPD products, which are used by thousands of decision makers at manufacturers and retailers to identify high value market opportunities and monitor business performance.

“This agreement is truly a game changer for NPD and for the industry,” said NPD President and Chief Operating Officer Karyn Schoenbart. “With Walmart data, we will be able to provide our clients with world class information and solidify our leadership position as the premier source of market insight in our industries. We look forward to offering our clients the best information ever for understanding their customers in order to drive better decisions and grow their businesses.”

“Our agreement with NPD will provide Walmart with deeper insights into what consumers are buying and what they are looking to buy,” said Cindy Davis, executive vice president of Walmart global customer insights. “We are sharing our point-of-sale information so that we’re able to identify opportunities sooner and work with our manufacturer partners to develop more impactful customer-driven programs in the future.”

Walmart will be using NPD as the primary provider of data for the general merchandise categories tracked by NPD and NPD DisplaySearch as a new supplier of forecasting analysis for the electronics team. NPD recently signed an agreement with Sam’s Club to receive point-of-sale information from Sam’s Club and samsclub.com.

About The NPD Group, Inc.

The NPD Group is the leading provider of reliable and comprehensive consumer and retail information for a wide range of industries. Today, more than 2,000 manufacturers, retailers, and service companies rely on NPD to help them drive critical business decisions at the global, national, and local market levels. NPD helps our clients identify new business opportunities and guide product development, marketing, sales, merchandising, and other functions. Information is available for the following industry sectors: automotive, beauty, entertainment, fashion, food, home and office, sports, technology, toys, video games, and wireless. For more information, contact us or visit http://www.npd.com.

For further information please contact:

Beth Boyle, PR Director, The NPD Group, Tel. +1 516 625 4603, beth(dot)boyle(at)npd(dot)com

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San Marcos, TX (PRWEB) January 30, 2012

Some of the world’s rarest collectible automobiles to be offered in historical museum collection of classic cars auction.

One-of-a-kind outstanding vehicles including extraordinary 1903 Stanley Steamer Runabout, 1970 Silver Show Rolls Royce owned by Johnny Cash, Cornelius Vanderbilt’s Silver Ghost Town Car, Countess Porceri’s 1933 Duesenberg Model J Sports Sedan, Lorraine & De Dietrich VDC Two Seat Racer from the Great Race and many others to be offered.

In an announcement that includes a country music legend, a billionaire, a countess and a few racing trophies, Dan Kruse Classics, one of the world’s most prestigious classic car auction houses, announced the extraordinary opportunity to own one of eighty-seven classic automobiles including vehicles from some of the world’s most fabled personalities and historical events. The collection of respected businessman and philanthropist Dick Burdickwill be offered exclusively on Saturday, March 3, 2012 in Rosansky, Texas outside of Bastropand near Austin at the Central Texas Museum of Automotive History. For the first time ever, this extensive collection at the Central Texas Museum of Automotive History Collection will go on the auction block giving collectors and enthusiasts of fine automotive collectibles and memorabilia a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. After 32 years, Burdick will be moving his facility to his hometown of San Marcos, Texas giving way to the auction of these fine automobiles most without reserve.

The unprecedented sale will include historical automobiles like the rare 1903 Stanley Steamer Runabout to the fabled 1970 Rolls Royce Silver Show Long Wheel Base Limousine owned by the “man in black” himself, Johnny Cash or even a 1969 Chevrolet Corvair Coupe with only 14 actual miles on it.

Other highlights of the sale include a 1905 Lorraine & De Dietrich VDC Two Seat Racer from the Great Race , a 1935 Rolls-Royce Phantom II Touring vehicle from the Great Race, a 1911 very rare Napier Garden Car, a 1901 Holsman Model 54 High Wheeler Rear Entry Tonneau , a 1948 Pontiac Silver Streak 8 Torpedo Convertible , a 1933 Duesenberg J-365 Sports Sedan “Queen of Diamonds,” a 1913 Rolls Royce Silver Ghost Town Car owned by billionaire Cornelius Vanderbilt , a 1906 International Harvester Depot Hack and many more.

“Anyone who is at all interested in the history of our country and its people will have a natural fascination with the automobile, not only for its mechanical development, but also for the men and women who had the foresight and ingenuity to begin its development. Just look at the impact the automobile has had on society, not only in our country but around the world. This is why we find the preservation of the automobile so important to this and future generations,” said Dick Burdick, Founder.

The 1903 Stanley Steamer Solid Seat Runabout is the most famous and longest-lived steam car in the world. The car’s design was improved by placing the engine toward the rear which improved weight balance. All of the body parts were made by hand due to the odd curvature and the Stanley boiler could raise 250 pounds of steam from cold water in about 5 minutes, making it one of the most efficient vehicles of its time. The vehicle is very rare being designed by the Stanley Brothers in the early 1900s.

When Johnny Cash sang of “Wednesday’s Car” in the early 70s he may have been referring to his beloved 1970 Rolls Royce Silver Show Long Wheel Base Limousine.

Step back in time to the Great American Race, the cross-country rally that pits driver/navigator teams against the clock and each other and which has been immortalized in film and fiction. In homage to this historical pastime a 1905 Lorraine & De Dietrich DVC two seater from the Great Race and a 1935 RollsRoyce Phantom II Touring car from the Great Race are being offered. The 1905 two seater is a beautifully restored example of the quality French motoring company founded in 1896, Societe Lorraine des Anciens Establisshments de Dietrich and Cie. This car features a two-place arrangement that has actually competed in the Great American Race.

Affectionately known as the Yellow Rose of Texas, the 1935 Rolls Royce Phantom II competed in several editions of the Great American Race also. Throughout the several entries in the race that this particular vehicle was involved it traveled from West Coast to East Coast and everywhere in between. It took 1st place overall in 1989, a fete which was repeated in 1990 and also in 1992.

A 1929 Duesenberg Franay limo with a divider window is one of only two ever built and shown in the 1931 and 1934 Paris Show and owned by Countess Proceri will also be offered. This fine red automobile features tan leather interior, left hand drive and twin overhead camshafts. Countess Porceri who married the Polish Count Henri de Porceri in Paris in 1931 was known as the Queen of Diamonds because of her love of jewelry and special relationship with the famous jeweler, Harry Winston. When the Duesenberg debuted in 1928 it was the sensation of both general and automotive enthusiasts.

One of the richest Americans in history, Cornelius Vanderbilt, knew how to travel in grand style. His 1913 Rolls Royce silver Ghost Town Car is being offered in this rare auction. The American entrepreneur who built his wealth in shipping and railroads was the patriarch of the Vanderbilt family and was also known by the sobriquet Commodore. This deep maroon treasure was personally ordered by Vanderbilt from the factory in England and treasured by himself and his family.

The road ready drop top light yellow 1948 Pontiac Silver Streak 8 Torpedo Convertible is among Burdick’s favorites and features black and ivory interior. The light yellow exterior finish is known as Frances Ivory. This limited, rarely seen automobile features super calibrated speedometers, operational driving lights, great chrome and trim and “under the hood” updates. Push the buttons on the radio that is in working order and you can almost feel the young love and energetic music associated with the car of this distinction.

The incredible history and entertainment involved in the collection being offered is unrivaled and will give car enthusiasts, entertainment memorabilia collectors and luxury item buyers the rare opportunity to touch and feel some of the world’s most treasured museum housed cars only this once. The Central TexasMuseum of Automotive History was founded by Dick Burdick in 1980 and was dedicated to the collection, restoration, education and preservation of historic automobiles, accessories and historical data. Burdick built a one-of-a-kind collection which traces the development of the automobile and its effect on the social and economic climate of much of the world. It traces the evolution of the high-wheelers and steam buggies of the turn of the century through the boxy utilitarian cars of the late teens and twenties. It includes the classic cars of the 20s, 30s, and 40s, the dream machines and land yachts of the 50s, 60s, and 70s and the highly efficient aerodynamic sport and passenger cars. The collection also includes excellent examples of European estate cars, town cars,limousines and sports cars. Included in the sale will also be a large selection of memorabilia and collectibles.

Other cars being auctioned include a 1906 International Harvester Truck, 1910 Empire Little Aristrocrat Sportabout, a 1921 Studebaker 4DR Touring Car, a 1930 Cadillac “Madam X” V-16 Rumbleseat 2DR Sedan, a 1939 Mercury Eight 2DR Convertible, a 1949 Super Deluxe Ford Coupe, a 1950 Packard Custom Sedan, a 1969 Chevrolet Corvair Coupe with only 14 actual miles) a 1972 Triumph Stag and many more. A full list of all the cars to be auctioned can be found at http://www.dankruseclassics.com

AUCTION PREVIEW:

Friday, February 17 through March 2, 2012. 10am – 5pm (Sundays 12 N – 5pm CST).

AUCTION DATE:

Saturday, March 3, 2012 at 10am PST

Located at the Central Texas Museum of Automotive History

2502 Highway 304 in Smithville, Texas

Absentee and Phone Bids accepted and are available. Please call 1-866-495-8111 for information or to register

Hi-res images of all vehicles being offered available upon request. Email caroline(at)m2mpr(dot)com for request. An online catalog is available at http://www.dankruseclassics.com or interested bidders can request a catalog by calling 1-866-495-8111 or email tiffany(at)kruseclassics(dot)com

ABOUT DAN KRUSE: Dan Kruse, Chairman of Dan Kruse Classics is an auctioneer, successful businessman and collector with over 40 years experience. Named by Auction World Magazine as one of the top “Most Influential Auctioneers” in the world, Kruse combines a spirit for collecting with an incredible wealth of knowledge regarding the industry. Kruse began his auction career at the age of 18 in Auburn, Indiana. He later moved to San Antonio, Texas where he has been for the last 30 years. Kruse currently oversees Dan Kruse Classics, a collector classic car auction house and Kruse Asset Management, a private brokerage firm specializing in oilfield equipment. During his 40+ years as an auctioneer, Daniel has converted billions at auction throughout the world and has represented museums, collectors, classic car owners and automobile enthusiasts while providing appraisals, sales, liquidations and advice.

ABOUT DAN KRUSE CLASSICS: Dan Kruse Classics is a family-owned collector car auction company located in San Antonio, Texas. DKC has been responsible for successful collector car sales since 1972. Each year the company participates in multiple auction events in Texas and the U.S. Dan Kruse Classics is privately held and is managed by Dan as well as his daughters Tiffany, Tedra and Tara. Website is http://www.dankruseclassics.com

ABOUT DICK BURDICK:

When one begins to describe Dick Burdick of San Marcos, Texas many words come to mind. Successful businessman, avid classic car collector, museum curator, community leader are only a few of the accolades Burdick has earned during his over 50 years in business. He is the founder of Thermon Manufacturing Company, Inc. a powerhouse in the heat tracing business which manufactures electric and steam heat tracing equipment for the petrochemical, oil and gas, engineering and power industries in the United States and internationally. Thermon Industries went Public in 2010 and is listed on the New York Stock Exchange. .

Aside from his established corporate career, Burdick’s passion for collecting classic cars has resulted in him owning one of the best car collections in the world. It is so extensive that he opened two museums over his years of collecting, the Central Texas Museum of Automotive History which opened in 1981 in Bastrop County near Rosanky, Texas and Dick’s Classic Garage in San Marcos, Texas which he opened in 2009. Burdick opened the non-profit museums to give visitors a chance to experience the American dream and see excellent examples of European estate cars, town cars, limousines, sports cars and those American made classic cars which bring back memories from the bygone days of yesterday. The museum collections also includes a variety of early automotive tools, gas pumps, hood ornaments, oil company signs, license plates from around the world and equipment. Dick Burdick is also the Chairman of the Boy Scout’s International which has taken him around the world where he has met members of the Royal family and dignitaries from various countries. This continues to be one of his most proud achievements in addition to dedicating much of his time and resources to preserving American History through the display and refurbishing of antique and classic automobiles.

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The French Market Style

Chatsworth, CA (PRWEB) January 31, 2012

Home decor trends for 2012 are dramatic, colorful and certain to grab attention. The interior design staff at Lamps Plus, the leading online home decor and lighting store, offer the following trend setting looks for 2012 along with suggestions for getting the look in your home by just adding a few key elements. Here are their favorite new trends:

French Market – Casual Elegance

First up on the hot list is the French Market look. Inspired by French and Continental European influences, this style places an emphasis on informal simplicity and casual elegance. Designers use authentic flea market or antique finds, from antique side tables to vintage post cards and fabrics. But you don’t have to go to a marche aux puces (fancy French for a flea market!) to achieve this look. Notes Lamps Plus Style Illuminated blog writer and designer Michael Murphy, “While you can always find time-worn antiques to use, these days you can also find plenty of new designs that feature the worn and weathered look that’s key for this style. From pillows to table accents and furniture, there is a wealth of vintage market available.”

Here are some designer insider-tricks to achieve the French Market look in your home.

Choose furniture pieces that have classic lines.
Select natural fiber fabrics.
Incorporate organic wood elements.

Global Chic – the World Travelled

For those who want to roam the world in search of inspiration, the romance of travel and far-flung destinations is at the heart of the Global Chic look, a contemporary blend of decor that reaches beyond the horizon. The Global Chic look mixes vibrant colors, textured fabrics and global accessories, like table lamps, pillows and fabrics, to create a world traveled exotic mood and collected look. Use exotic materials like faux snake skin along with leathers and ceramics to add texture to a room. Says Lamps Plus designer Marcia Prentice, “With global style resources at your finger tips, you can create a world traveled look without having to step outside your door. I like to use ethnic patterns and motifs on decorative pillows and throws to add that world collected look.”

Here are a few more key designer elements to add when creating the World Traveled look.

Introduce exotic, colorful patterns on pillows and throws.
Use wood accent tables.
Feature unique ethnic sculptures made from reclaimed wood.

Clarity Contemporary – Less is More

As in past years, clean and contemporary is in. But, notes Michael, “What’s different this year is what we’re calling ‘Clarity Contemporary’, which is the use of contemporary accents and furniture that comes in clear glass or other translucent materials.” Just one piece of clear furniture or a lighting element will add a crisp, contemporary touch. “I love using translucent materials like acrylic, glass or crystal in a room. It creates an environment that looks always looks sleek and modern and up to date.” Look for coffee tables, end tables, table lamps or, for a bigger impact, a clear glass chandelier. Accent the clean simplicity of these items with textured accents like inlay ceramics or hand-carved wooden pieces.

To achieve the Clarity Contemporary look consider adding one of the following designer pieces.

A dramatic, clear glass or acrylic ceiling fixture.
Contemporary glass dining tables or side tables.
Glass or crystal table lamps.

These are all visually interesting, colorful and dramatic new looks for the year. Notes Marcia, “All three of these home decor trends for 2012 are easy to achieve at home with just a few new pieces or accents.” For more inspiration, browse the Lamps Plus Shop By Room picture gallery of interior decorating ideas, or read the Style Illuminated decorating blog for daily posts on trends, celebrity designer interviews and more.

About Lamps Plus

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Gorgeous La Quinta Luxury Homes Are For Sale At Attractive Decade-Low Prices

La Quinta, California (PRWEB) January 31, 2012

Brad Schmett, Broker Associate with Luxury Homes by Keller Williams and real estate expert, has today announced that La Quinta CA luxury real estate was the “big winner” at the debut PGA Tour Humana Challenge golf tournament, formerly known as the Bob Hope Classic. The newly-named and revitalize 52 year-old PGA golf tournament, which was played January 19-22 in La Quinta, CA, has put a huge spotlight on the La Quinta area – in particular luxury homes for sale in La Quinta.

Brad Schmett, an expert in both La Quinta real estate and Palm Springs real estate, specializes in helping buyers purchase luxury vacation properties and second homes in golf course and gated communities. Through his many years of service, Schmett has earned a reputation for providing the highest level of service to his clients.

Schmett states, “This golf tournament always draws attention to our gorgeous real estate here in La Quinta. This year, however, with local real estate available at decade-low prices, the overall interest level was greatly magnified. Our luxury golf course homes and condos, in particular, generated immense interest and spurred major buying activity since in most instances those properties can now be purchased at 60% or more off market high prices of 2006-2007.”

La Quinta, California, known as the “Gem of the Desert” offers a stunning blend of beauty, charm and opportunity. Named by the Robb Report as “The Best Place to Live for Golf”, La Quinta actually offers 25 golf courses, most of them world-class.

January through May is typically the best time to purchase luxury real estate in La Quinta, CA. According to Schmett, “Beginning in mid-January, La Quinta’s luxury home inventory will typically increase significantly, as sellers relist their homes to take advantage of “high season” when seasonal residents and visitors return and the population of La Quinta and the Palm Springs area doubles in size.”

According to Schmett, who recently sold a $ 4.9 million luxury home at Hideaway in La Quinta, “Our annual golf tournament, which is always held in either late January or early February, serves as a seasonal launching pad for local real estate activity. This year’s launch was better than ever. La Quinta’s gorgeous scenery and warm, sunny winter weather coupled with the new tournament format, a new tournament sponsor and the direct involvement of and multiple personal appearances by former President Bill Clinton worked in harmony to put a huge spotlight on the tremendous real estate buying opportunity here in La Quinta.”

La Quinta, known for world-class golf, offers three of the most popular luxury gated golf communities in the greater Palm Springs, California, area. These include Hideaway, Tradition Golf Club and The Quarry at La Quinta. Schmett says, “For buyers, the deals available at these impressive La Quinta communities are remarkable, with luxury homes selling well below replacement cost.”

“Prices in the high-end market have in many cases dropped 60 percent or more from their peak in 2006-2007,” says Schmett, “in part the result of foreclosure and distressed properties driving prices down and creating a situation where the rest of the market had to change their pricing strategy in order to be competitive.”

However, those interested in buying luxury real estate in La Quinta, California need to move quickly in order to take advantage of this wider availability and lower prices. High season for the area runs January 1 through April 30, so now is the time to buy.

To find out more about investing in La Quinta real estate visit http://www.LaQuintaRealEstateInfo.com.

About Luxury Homes by Keller Williams: Luxury Homes by Keller Williams – La Quinta, is an exclusive, elite and sophisticated group of real estate consultants raising the bar for service in the upper-tier La Quinta and Palm Springs area residential real estate market.

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