The INDULGENCE New Year’s Eve Bash provides 5 unique areas of entertainment located throughout the EMP museum including four live stages featuring two live bands, two spinning DJs and a mixing DJ, a live radio broadcast, two exclusive VIP areas, a comedy lounge, and the two amazing museums: the EMP and the Science Fiction museum. Everything is included for one price.

Selected details from the INDULGENCE website (which can be found at www.SeattleBash.com):
- 3,000 swanky party guests
- 5 unique experiences
- 4 areas of live entertainment
- 3 fantastic performance stages
- 2 exclusive VIP areas
- 1 LIVE comedy theater

Sky Church Stage: Brand X High Energy Party Band brings the best party hits from the 70s, 80s, 90s and today;
You Spin Me Right Round The 80′s Stage: 80′s Invasion;
The MOViN 92.5 Party Stage, hosted by Justin, with DJ Mack Long spinning and broadcasting live;
Live Comedy Theater: renowned stand-up comedians;
140,000 sq ft of PURE PARTY SPACE;
Party the night away right underneath the iconic Space Needle;
Access to the amazing EMP Museum included (a $20 value);
Access to the Sci-Fi Museum included;
Full access to the amazing Avatar Movie Exhibit included in the price of admission;
Pre-party “Cocktail Hour” for singles.

The INDULGENCE signature of 5 unique entertainment experiences all in one venue for one price continues it’s tradition of being the largest New Year’s Eve Bash in the Northwest on December 31st, 2011 in the EMP Museum at 325 5th Ave North, Seattle, WA 98109.

WHAT: INDULGENCE New Year’s Eve Bash at the EMP
WHEN: December 31, 2011 Saturday Night, 8:00 p.m.
WHERE: EMP Experience Music Project under the Space Needle at 325 5th Ave N, Seattle WA 98109
PRICE: $59.00 and up, with two additional levels of VIP admission
AGE: 21+, must bring valid photo ID
MORE DETAILS AND TICKETS: www.SeattleBash.com .

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Woofstock will be held on Saturday, December 3, from 12 – 4 p.m. at the Smiley Dog warehouse located at 23303 Highway 99 in Edmonds. Woofstock is an annual celebration bringing Seattle area pets and their people together with industry experts to learn about pet nutrition, sample new products, support local vendors, grab some groovy deals and pay no sales tax. Admission is free.

“We keep hearing from our clients that Woofstock is the one event that they look forward to each year,” said Craig Weindling, Alpha Woof at Smiley Dog. “It’s the one day each year that we invite folks to come to us instead of showing up at their door. We’re thrilled to support our local vendors and help PAWS with the wonderful work they do in the community.”

Local vendors featured this year include Himalayan Dog Chews, Aussie Pet Mobile, Hands to Paws Massage, Litter Spinner, Magic Photo, New Roots Organics, Northwest Naturals and The Whole Pup. All products collected in the event’s pet food bank will be donated to PAWS. The event is co-sponsored by Canidae and Precise pet foods.

The Silent Auction features items from local artists and businesses. Packages include a Seattle Mariners autographed baseball, box seats, and game bats. Attendance for two at the 2012 Seattle International Film Festival Opening Night Gala is also up for bid.

More information about the event is available at www.SmileyDog.com or by calling (206) 903-9631.

Woofstock 2011 is produced by Smiley Dog, which provides free delivery of healthy pet foods. The locally owned company began operations in 1992 to offer busy pet owners a dependably convenient way to feed healthy foods.

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Be anything you want to be! Tonight is the night to bring out your ultimate costume. You know that costume that you’ve had your eye on (or it’s already in your closet) that makes even your crazy friends say “Wow – that’s over the top!” Crazy wigs? Yes. Daring shoes? Yes! Clothing that need double-sided tape to stay in place? Oh, Yes! Let your imagination run wild!

This year we are proud to offer a Grand Prize for the best overall costume that consists of: A Grand Prize Costume Prize of $1,000 presented to the Best Costume of the Party!

And then, we have $3,000 more in prizes to reward the winners in the other seven Costume Categories!

This is one of the biggest Halloween parties in Seattle. Like every year, we’re expecting over 1,200 guests to join us at The Showbox at the Market in downtown Seattle. We’ll have 2 rooms of entertainment (the main stage and the Greenroom), theme decorations, a gigantic costume contest and a fun mix of activities and games for everyone that attends. 21 and over, ID’s are required.

We are proud to announce that we’ll have the following entertainment for the evening.

* Our headliner – BRAND X – Simply the best of everything! Brand X brings the superstars of the best bands together. The best of the best! Members of Hit Explosion, Coolade and the superior bands of the Northwest come together for a special performance that will rock the house all night long. The party never stops with the best of the Northwest. 100 Proof Party! Brand X. The one and only and the best of everything!

* Live DJ: DJ FUNKDADDY, one of the hottest deejays and producers on the left coast! So talented that he has received numerous awards, and has been featured on movie and television soundtracks. His presence beyond the Emerald City is felt nationwide. Since the start of 2003, he has been the star deejay for Russell Simmons and Kimora Lee’s Phat Farm fashion show and he has been traveling to Las Vegas to perform with 2 Short. He will keep the party going all night long!

* Costume Contest – 8 Categories (Most Elaborate, Scariest, Sexiest Female, Sexiest Male, Best in Theme, Most Creative/Clever, Best Group Costume,

Best Overall Costume (Grand Prize!) Fabulous costumes, awesome prizes!

$29 early-bird tickets are on sale now by visiting the official event Web site at www.halloweenseattle.com and following the links to the ticket page.

You can also purchase tickets in person by visiting the Showbox box office at 1426 First Avenue, 98101 in Downtown Seattle. They are open from 12:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

What: The ULTIMATE Halloween Bash;
When: Saturday, October 29, 2011. Doors open at 8:00 p.m. and music starts at 9:00 p.m.
Where: Showbox at the Market, 1426 First Avenue, Seattle, WA 98101 in Downtown Seattle;
Entertainment: Brand-X, Live DJ Funkdaddy, and a HUGE Costume Contest!
Cover: $29 “Early Bird Tickets” presale available now. Doors open at 8 p.m. Music starts at 9 p.m. Must be 21+ to attend, with ID.

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The patent is U.S. 5,723,391 and covers the manufacture of Silicon Carbide, or Moissanite, gemstones. The filing requests the USPTO review and consider the validity of this U.S. patent in light of three “prior art” publications provided to the USPTO by BetterThanDiamond. The three publications span three decades – one each from the 60′s, 70′s and 80′s. Per 35 USC 103, a patent may not be granted when the subject matter as a whole would have been obvious at the time the invention was made in light of prior art. None of the three provided publications, or “prior art,” had been disclosed to the patent examiner or USPTO at the time the current patent was granted.

“The patent system is designed to promote and protect innovation,” said Less P. Wright, President, BetterThanDiamond.com. “This patent however, was thrown out in Korea on the basis of ‘lack of innovation’ – and we couldn’t agree more. Our filing, however, goes beyond opinions regarding innovation or lack thereof, and provides three prior art publications that make obvious to those skilled in the art how to manufacture silicon carbide, or Moissanite, gemstones. We do not believe Charles & Colvard’s patent would have been granted had the USPTO been aware of these previous publications. Thus, we are filing today to allow the USPTO to review the patent’s validity in light of these new disclosures.”

BetterThanDiamond has had several breakthroughs related to the manufacture and improved optical properties of Silicon Carbide or Moissanite, for its “Mira Moissanite” program. However, they have been prevented from combining all of their breakthroughs into a single product offering due to the current patent held by Charles & Colvard. These breakthroughs include patent applications in progress for a new Hearts and Arrows round cut, and the ability to atomically enhance the colorlessness of all Moissanite, including the Moissanite sold by Charles & Colvard. For example – the Mira enhancement process is able to take a typical 1.5ct round from Charles & Colvard, which grades K or “Faint Color” on the diamond color scale, and permanently transform it to H color, or true near colorless. H color grade is a whiter diamond color much more in demand by jewelry consumers than K, or “faint color,” and BetterThanDiamond intends to greatly expand its production of Mira Moissanite once the patent issue is resolved.

The patent re-exam process is expected to take between 3 to 6 months before the USPTO issues a decision.

“We anticipate that our current filing will result in the invalidation of the current patent held by Charles & Colvard. With a successful outcome and our manufacturing no longer restricted, we expect to further surprise jewelry lovers globally with the true beauty of our Mira Moissanite. At that point, we can utilize all of our technology and show Mira’s ‘Beauty Beyond Diamond™’ properties to full effect,” said Mr. Wright.

About BetterThanDiamond:
With its background in solid state chemistry and materials science, BetterThanDiamond.com is focused on the research, development and delivery of the world’s most stunning lab grown gems. A 17 year old private company with customers in over 25 countries, BetterThanDiamond supplies lab grown jewelry products to jewelers and consumers globally.

For more information, visit: http://BetterThanDiamond.com .

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The library contains over 21,000 high definition sound effects created by the Soundrangers team of audio professionals. The sounds are edited and optimized for easy use in interactive media, traditional media and beyond. With short looping sounds, one-shots with multiple variations and source material useful for creating a wide variety of sound effects common to the video game genre make this a one of a kind, world-class sound library.

The sound files are enriched with metadata compatible with Soundminer, NetMix, Basehead and other audio search tools, and are available in multiple formats, sample and bit rates. Delivered on a professional quality Glyph hard drive compatible with Mac and Windows, one year of free sound effects updates and complete with search software allowing easy auditioning and placement of sounds into most major audio applications.

Founded in 1998, Soundrangers.com was the first online sound library to specialize in creating sound effects and music specifically designed for video games and interactive media. From the beginning, their focus was to provide unique, high quality sound effects and music designed for interactive media while utilizing a website delivery system focused on quick and easy sound auditioning, selection and download. Soundrangers continues to grow its library, now adding a terrestrial hard drive for users with large sound effects requirements.

Soundrangers, in addition to creating their own proprietary sound library, has spent more than 14 years developing custom sound and music for video games. This experience gives them a unique insight into the audio needs of video games and allows them to create relevant game content for their sound library. By releasing their library on hard drive, users with larger production needs can now easily integrate Soundrangers Brand Sounds into their production pipeline. Soundrangers is making it easy for sound designers and game developers to find high quality material that will work in their projects.

Game developers know that high quality sound content can help distinguish their products in the competitive world of video game development. However, locating sound effects that work within the unique demands of video game and interactive media production can be a challenge. Soundrangers continues to lead the way in making the process of finding, creating and implementing sound effects for video games easier than ever.

Soundrangers is a Seattle-based game audio studio that creates all original music and sound effects for video games. Soundrangers has provided custom sound design and music for clients such as Eidos, Activision, Postopia, Disney Interactive, Cartoon Network, Electronic Arts, Microsoft Game Studios, and also licenses pre-rendered audio content to developers via their website at http://www.Soundrangers.com .

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Marilyn Schoeman is an international speaker, business consultant and author of, “GO! How to Think, Speak and ACT to Make Good Things Happen” (ISBN: 978-0-9841497-9-7; paperback, $19.95; available at Amazon.com, B&N and www.GoGreenLightWay.com). Her company is Trinadigm™.

To get GO power, “Go beyond a paradigm shift, all the way to a Trinadigm shift,” recommends Schoeman. “Green Light is the quantum leap beyond a paradigm shift that improves everything.”

Spread Green Light thoughts, words, and ACTIONS. This is a new way for us to be of service and to rally round the planet – to Green it up. Make March 14-21 a Green Light week. St. Patrick’s Day adds a big dose of green midweek. Plan a series of Green Light actions, ending with a celebration of your achievements on the 21st. Start your day with a Green Light greeting. Sound off with a “Good morning, world! Happy Global Green Light Day!” Celebrate the day in a bright Green Light Way.

Green someone’s day. Who might you thank for a favor, a gift, or contribution? Who might you call with an uplifting message? What nearby area, roadside or park can you beautify or clear of trash? Who might you give an hour of two of help – babysitting, running an errand or just sharing your good company? Gather pieces of Green Light news to share with others. Expand friendships in the process. Find a Green Light colleague or partner and make something Green happen. Collect books for shelters and disadvantaged youth. Share Green Light ideas and actions at a hospital, school, or retirement center.

Find Green Light workers and commend them. Spread the Green news about their impact. Initiate Green Light conversations. Write a compliment or thank you on a business card or note pad and give it to a flight attendant, server, mechanic, or other day-brightener. Send a Green Light message by mail, phone, or email. Inhale gratitude. Exhale regret. Inhale joy. Exhale stress. Spread joy around you. Volunteer. Serve a worthy cause – education, social justice, the environment, literacy, health or other concerns.

This is the day to play, “How Green can you be?” How many smiles can you generate? How many compliments can you give? On March 21, give the term “Green with envy” a new meaning! Every Green thought, word and action Greens up the day for others – and yourself as well. Relish the Green Light outcomes.

Continue Green efforts throughout the year. As a Green Light DO-er, turn your creative ideas into reality. Go Green! Enjoy it. Celebrate it. Spread the Green news. Know that you are contributing to a global focus that benefits all. Salutes for your contribution to Global Green Light Day – and for every Green Light action you take.

For more information go to: www.GoGreenLightWay.com .

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The release stated that TMPS is the authorized sales and service center for MAN B&W Diesel, Alpha Propulsion Systems. TMPS no longer represents this organization. However, TMPS is now the authorized sales and service center for Yanmar Corporation of Japan, which the release did not mention.

“We regret these errors, which happened due to clerical error, and want to set the record straight,” says Shane Roeser, President of TMPS.

TMPS is known worldwide for their diesel service and engineering department. The company maintains locations in Seattle, Washington, and Tampa, Florida.

TMPS services most makes and types of diesel engines, including medium-speed and slow-speed engines for the marine industry and for diesel power plants. “We are one of the world’s few service facilities that offer this range of experience,” says Herbert Roeser, TMPS’s Chairman.

More information is available on Yanmar Corporation of Japan and the Volvo Penta Industrial Diesel Engine Line at www.transmarine.org or 206-282-9142.

A list of key clients and testimonials may be found at www.transmarine.org/about-us/testimonials/clients .

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Volvo Penta is a world-leading supplier of engines and complete power systems for marine and industrial applications, and TMPS – a signed dealer under Valley Power Systems, Inc. – is an international port of call service facility with technicians on call twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week.

“The combination of service, spare parts and product is a win-win for both companies,” says Shane Roeser, President of TMPS. “We are excited about the new arrangement. Being a partner with such a strong organization as the Volvo Group gives us clear advantages. We have the flexibility of a small organization together with the technical support from Volvo to fuel our growth and provide our customer base more diesel engine options.”

TMPS has locations in Seattle, Washington and Tampa, Florida. “We can service most makes and types of diesel engines, including medium-speed and slow-speed engines for the marine industry and for diesel power plants,” says Herbert Roeser, TMPS’s Chairman. “We are one of the world’s few service facilities that offer this range of experience.”

More information on Trans Marine Propulsion Systems, Inc. and the Volvo Penta Diesel Line is available at www.transmarine.org or 206-282-9142.

The company’s service highlights include:
* Technical management of fleet of fishing vessels operating out of Dutch Harbor, Alaska.
* The “Marine Columbia,” a vessel owned by Alaska Tanker Company. TMPS carried out complete turnkey overhaul on the low-speed main engine together with representatives from MAN B&W Diesel as well as the complete overhaul of the Daihatsu generator engines.
* Long term maintenance program for Sea-Land’s D-9 vessels, including regular scheduled main engine overhauls and planned maintenance on the Daihatsu generator engines through parts exchange and rotation program.

“We’re excited about expanding our expertise to the Volvo Penta line,” says Shane Roeser. “Our facilities include modern, fully-equipped machine shops staffed by highly-trained personnel, and the addition of a new diesel product line complements the other companies TMPS represents.” Not only does the line complement TMPS’s current lineup, but, Mr. Roeser stated, “our shop can handle the overhaul and recondition of all diesel engine components, including fuel equipment, not just from the product line we distribute, and we’re glad to provide quotations for service and sales needs.”

Routine services performed include:
* Overhaul & Reconditioning of All 4-Stroke Diesel Engine Components:
* Cylinder heads
* Cylinder liners
* Fuel pumps and injectors
* Pistons
* Connecting Rods
* Engine driven pumps
* Coolers
* Turbochargers.

Overhaul of 2-Stroke Components:
* Cylinder cover
* Piston crown
* Exhaust valve spindle
* Exhaust valve.

Engineering Services:
* Vibration analysis
* Diesel engine analysis
* Failure analysis
* Propulsion system integration
* Expert Testimony
* Consultancy.

The company is the authorized sales and service center for the following original equipment manufacturers (OEM’s):
* MAN B&W Diesel, Alpha Propulsion Systems
* Kobelco Eagle Engineering
* Schwingungstechnik Broneske Gmbh
* Teekay
* Wakefield.

A list of key clients and testimonials may be found at http://www.transmarine.org/about-us/testimonials/clients .

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The INDULGENCE party is known for creating multiple party experiences in one venue, for one price.

This year, party in the cool surroundings of the EMP with 5 unique experiences located throughout the museum featuring music acts, comedy acts and DJ’s.

- 3,000 Swanky Party Guests;
- 5 Amazing Experiences;
- 4 LIVE Stages;
- 3 dance floors;
- 2 exclusive VIP areas;
- Dance Fever Stage: National High-Energy party band “Cool Ade;”
- You Spin Me Right Round The 80′s Stage: Ultimate Dance Band “80′s Invasion;”
- Level 3 Stage: Movin’ 92.5 DJ’s spinning all night in Level 3 Room and broadcasting LIVE;
- JBL Theater Stage: “New Year’s Eve Laugh-Off” with top comedian performances all night long ;
- Access to EMP Museum included;
- Access to the Science Fiction Museum included;
- Party in the amazing surroundings of the EMP spanning 140,000 sq. ft.;
- Right underneath the Space Needle fireworks!
- Festive Party Favors for EVERY GUEST;
- 25+ bars throughout;
- Easy access coat check;
- Special Rates on Hotel Rooms at Hotel Max;
- Food service at the Revolution Bar and Grill;
- This party SELLS OUT EVERY YEAR! Get your tickets early!

This is the biggest New Year’s Eve Party in Seattle! It is the place to be to ring in 2011 in style!

Tickets are on sale now for $59 and up by visiting the official event Web site at www.SeattleBash.com and following the links to the ticket page.

You can also purchase tickets in person by visiting any www.brownpapertickets.com outlet throughout Seattle and the Eastside.

What: “The INDULGENCE New Year’s Eve Bash” Seattle’s largest New Year’s Eve Party
When: Friday, December 31st, 2010. Doors open at 8:00 p.m.
Where: The EMP.

Entertainment:
Dance Fever Stage: National high-energy party band “Cool Ade.”
You Spin Me Right Round The 80′s Stage: Ultimate Dance Band “80′s Invasion.”
Level 3 Stage: Movin’ 92.5 DJ’s spinning all night in Level 3 Room and broadcasting LIVE.
JBL Theater Stage: “New Year’s Eve Laugh-Off” with top comedian performances all night long.
Free EMP Museum admission included to most exhibits.
Free Science Fiction Museum admission included.
Cover: $59.00 and up. VIP tickets available. 21+ only.

Contact: Kim Savage – 206-423-9352 – contact@SeattleBash.com .

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A VIP “Meet the Winemaker” party from 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m., features Chris Figgins, CEO & Director of Winemaking for Leonetti Cellar and Figgins Family Wine Estates. 150 VIP guests taste Leonetti Cellar’s 2007 Sangiovese and 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon, a pre-release tasting of the 2008 FIGGINS Estate Red Wine, to be released Fall 2011, and enjoy hors d’oeuvres featuring Lostine Cattle Company all natural 100% grass-fed beef from the Figgins Family’s new food endeavor.

The main event begins at 6:30 p.m. and includes the trademark “Around the World in 80 Wines,” a huge array of fine and unique international wines, all rated over 90 by Robert Parker. A second selection, “Best of the Pacific Northwest,” showcases fine wines from aMaurice, Betz Family Winery, Buty, Col Solare, DeLille Cellars, Domaine Serene, EFESTE, Lachini Vineyards, Leonetti Cellar, and Woodward Canyon; hand-selected by Lisa Rongren, Wine Director of John Howie Steak, recently honored with the “2010 Sommelier of the Year” award by Seattle Magazine. Each wine is paired with fine cuisine prepared by award-winning caterer Lisa Dupar. A Martini/Manhattan bar and non-alcoholic options are also available throughout the evening.

This event culminates with a live program, featuring Emcee Amy Yamada of 425 Magazine. Auctioneer Paul Brittain leads guest through a fast paced “wine frenzy” auction of collector wines, including Magnums and Imperials. An impressive live auction includes winemakers’ dinners, a selection of limited edition and vintage wines, trips, unique experiences, art and other finds. Guests are invited into Studio B at the conclusion of the program for a fun after party, complete with DJ, disco ball and dancing.

Overlake Service League is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization helping struggling families and at-risk youth in Bellevue since 1911. Since 2005, the Le Vin a son Apogee wine tasting and auction has raised almost a million dollars for Overlake Service League’s Breaktime/Mealtime program. In partnership with the Bellevue School District, Overlake Service League provides the Breaktime/Mealtime program to over 3,000 qualifying students during school breaks. Volunteers pack and help distribute thousands of nutritious breakfast and lunch meals to struggling Bellevue families each year.

The goal for the 2010 Le Vin a son Apogee is to raise $200,000 to support the expansion of this program to include the two week Winter break; an especially difficult time for families struggling with high heating bills, increased daycare needs and looming holiday expenses.

Financial sponsors of the 2010 Le Vin a Son Apogee (Wine at its Best) wine tasting and auction are: Lexus of Bellevue, Intelius, The Bellettini, Puget Sound Bank, Fairwinds-Redmond, GLY Construction, Bellevue Reporter and Compass Wines.

Tickets for the 2010 Le Vin a Son Apogee (Wine at its Best) including the VIP Meet the Winemaker Party are $250 per person. Tickets for the 2010 Le Vin a Son Apogee (Wine at its Best) featured tasting event are $150 per person. For reservations and further information, visit www.OverlakeServiceLeague.org or call 425-451-1175.

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