The Humidor Announces Grand Opening of Relocated Cigar Shop and Smoking Lounge

Winston Churchill, Mark Twain, Babe Ruth, John F. Kennedy, Michael Jordan, Jack Nicholson, Bill Clinton, Bruce Willis. What do all these famous people have in common? The love of a great cigar.

Monterey, CA, March 31, 2016 — Winston Churchill, Mark Twain, Babe Ruth, John F. Kennedy, Michael Jordan, Jack Nicholson, Bill Clinton, Bruce Willis. What do all these famous people have in common? The love of a great cigar.

In fact, it was the great American writer and wit Mark Twain who quipped, “Eating and sleeping are the only activities that should be allowed to interrupt a man’s enjoyment of his cigar.”

With that in mind, The Humidor Fine Cigars is announcing the grand opening of its new store and smoking lounge Sunday, May 1, relocated to 765 Wave Street in Monterey, just above the renowned The Whaling Station restaurant.

The goal of The Humidor is to foster a community of people who can share the cigar experience in a unique and inviting lounge environment. A “cigar sanctuary,” if you will.

The Humidor was created to provide the cigar aficionado with discriminating tastes a place where they can come to enjoy the good life.

“Cigars are all about slowing things down and enjoying life to its fullest,” said David Wilcox, owner-operator of The Humidor. “To smoke a great cigar is to savor life and all its ups and downs, to relax and wind down, take your worries off your shoulders and just enjoy.”
The great cigar maker Zino Davidoff once said, “A wisely chosen cigar to me, is like a weapon against certain of life's torments, in some mysterious way, a little blue smoke chases them away.”

The Humidor focuses on the craft and artisanal aspects of cigars in a comfortable lounge environment. Listen to cool jazz, sit in your comfy leather chair and relax, far away from the grind of your workday. It's only a couple of blocks away from a Cannery Row, but a world away from your worries.

AtThe Humidor, you'll find:

• Numerous brands of premium cigars, including Padron, Fuente, Opus X, Tatuaje, Gurkha, Rocky Patel, Ashton, and many more, plus accessories from Dupont, Xikar, Lotus and Prometheus.

• A vast assortment of cigars available in strictly monitored walk-in humidors. It also carries pipes, specialty tobaccos and other smoking accessories.

• A state-of-the-art ventilation system, comfortable leather chairs and big screen high-definition televisions — two in a private lounge, one in the public lounge — create an experience like no other.

• The Peninsula Club will have one main smoking lounge, a game room, an eight-person dining table or conference table. Reserve a room to host your board meeting in a cigar-friendly environment! Or reserve it for a private dinner party with food from The Whaling Station or Sardine Factory restaurants.

• A business center with computers and a copier/fax/printer.

• A media room with a big screen, hi-def TV to screen movies, this room will also serve as a quiet room, or smaller private lounge if groups want to break off from the main lounge environment.

Become a member of The Humidor's The Peninsula Club and you can enjoy their VIP members-only lounge, a BYOB area where you can bring your favorite spirits, sit in comfortable leather chairs and enjoy sports or entertainment on big-screen high-def TVs.

Membership represents more than the opportunity of exclusive cigar prices, access to a cigar lounge and a personalized humidified cigar locker. It offers a unique opportunity to develop camaraderie within a special group of like-minded cigar lovers who refuse to accept the ordinary and mundane.

Standard full membership requires a one-time initiation fee of $2,000, then $150 a month dues.

Annual membership benefits include the following:
• Unrestricted member access to the luxury cigar lounge.
• 10% off individual cigar purchases and 15% off box purchases.
• Individual, personalized humidified lockers with your name (included, but optional)
• Invitations to special cigar events, including quarterly cigar round tables
• High-speed Wi-Fi access.
• Reserved VIP seating access (based on availability)
• Access to both the public and private lounges.
• Special order any brand of cigar and have it shipped to you or anywhere in the world.

Call (831) 375-7833 or go to www.thehumidorlounge.com to for more information or to sign up for The Peninsula Club.

Contact:
Marci Bracco Cain
Chatterbox PR
Salinas, CA 93901
(831) 747-7455
http://www.thehumidorlounge.com

Hofsas House Hotel Announces its take a Hike Package

In Carmel-by-the-Sea, the Theis family is celebrating more than six decades of European hospitality at its beautiful Bavarian-inspired Hofsas House Hotel

Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, March 30, 2016 - In Carmel-by-the-Sea, the Theis family is celebrating more than six decades of European hospitality at its beautiful Bavarian-inspired Hofsas House Hotel, which is as charming as the town itself. With firm roots in the past, the family is looking toward the future by keeping abreast of guests’ every need.

Owner and General Manager, Carrie Theis, announced today the hotels 2016 packages. 2016 is the 100 year anniversary of Carmel-by-the-Sea. For any packages in 2016 add on a 100 Years of Carmel-by-the-Sea history book for $10.00. Learn about the 100-year history of Carmel-by-the-Sea.

Carmel-by-the-Sea Celebrates 100 Years:
Celebrate Carmel-by-the-Sea’s 100th Anniversary and Hofsas House Hotels 69th Anniversary with our History Tour! Delight in the special charms of Carmel on a leisurely, fun and informative two-hour guided walk past enchanting Fairy-tale cottages, through secret pathways, hidden courtyards and award-winning gardens. At the end of the tour, you’ll feel like a local. Cost is $25 per person. When booking use promotion code: HHWALKS.

Take a Hike at the Hofsas House Hotel
"Experience Big Sur hiking trails ranging from tranquil walks along a coastal waterfall to miles-long ascents through the redwoods and into the rugged wilderness or take in magnificent Point Lobos State Park. After a day of hiking the Big Sur coastline, guests relax in the hotel’s heated swimming pool or European dry saunas. Package includes a $25 gift certificate for Carmel’s 5th Avenue Deli. Offer valid from April 1 thru May 31, 2016 with a minimum of a two (2)-night stay. Mention HHNature at booking. Offer not valid with any other discounts, promotions or thru a third party booking agent.

Hofsas House Background:
Owned and operated by the Theis Family, Hofsas House Hotel is within walking distance of everything Carmel has to offer, including a stunning beach, fine restaurants and shops, and wine tasting. It provides peaceful respite and European charm just minutes from Monterey , Pebble Beach, Big Sur and Pacific Grove . The Hofsas House’s 38 spacious, one-of-a-kind rooms boast European comfort and lovely views, not to mention amenities like fireplaces, private balconies, wet bars, kitchens and patios. Large suites provide the perfect stay for newlyweds and everyone else seeking an extra special getaway. Dutch doors in every room allow guests to welcome in the ocean air, and free WiFi enables them to stay connected — if they want to.

The Hofsas House Hotel family works to ensure every visitor's experience is special, striving to offer the highest quality personal services. Consider the continental breakfast, abundant with fresh French Roast coffee, tea, juice, fruit and pastries from a neighborhood bakery, or the personalized concierge services for guests and their families, including their four-legged family members, who are welcome, as well.

For large groups — wedding parties, company meetings, family reunions and others — Hofsas House Hotel offers a spacious room equipped with a fireplace and full kitchen that can comfortably accommodate 40 people. A heated pool, dry saunas, decks with views and off-street parking are on offer as well.

Hofsas House Hotel is located on San Carlos Street, north of Fourth Avenue in Carmel-by-the-Sea. For more information, call (831) 624-2745 or visit www.hofsashouse.com. Like us on Facebook.

Contact:
Marci Bracco Cain
Chatterbox PR
Salinas, CA 93901
(831) 747-7455
http://www.hofsashouse.com

The Clement Palo Alto, Opening March 2016 Offers a 6-Star Experience in the Heart of Silicon Valley with Unparalleled Personal Service in All-Inclusive Luxury

When The Clement Palo Alto opens its doors in March 2016, it will be one of the most innovative, personalized and unique luxury hotels in the country.

Palo Alto, CA, March 29, 2016 - When The Clement Palo Alto opens its doors in March 2016, it will be one of the most innovative, personalized and unique luxury hotels in the country.

With 23 spacious and richly appointed one-bedroom suites, The Clement Palo Alto sets a new standard for personalized luxury accommodations in a contemporary residential-style atmosphere.

 While unparalleled service is key to any great luxury hotel, The Clement Palo Alto takes its impeccable service to another level with an all-inclusive concept, including personalized concierge services, breakfast, lunch and dinner in an on-premise location of the guest's choice. All wine, beer and cocktails, in-room mini-refrigerator (stocked with the guest's favorites), and fully-stocked Guest Pantry available around the clock, are just a few of the amenities included in this all-inclusive experience.

In fact, The Clement Palo Alto is more than all-inclusive, it is all-exclusive, catering exclusively to the guest's personal tastes and desires.

No detail has been overlooked at The Clement Hotel, from the guest's favorite sparkling water and snacks in the mini-fridge to the plush Stearns & Foster European pillow top California King beds with luxurious Frette bed linens.

"The inspiration for this hotel came about when my wife and I took a getaway trip to the island of Bali," says Clement Chen III, president of Pacific Hotel Management, LLC, creators of The Clement Hotel, Palo Alto. "We stayed at a small hotel there that left a deep impression on us. Everybody at the hotel - even the gardening staff -knew our names, and everyone there was so warm and personable. And, since all of the staff knew who we were, we never had to sign a check for anything. We didn't feel like we were customers at a hotel - we were able to just relax and enjoy our stay, like being at home, only better!"

That memorable hotel stay convinced Mr. Chen that the same experience would be well-received in the U.S., and that has been the guiding vision for The Clement Hotel.

"I want each guest to feel like a guest, not a customer," says Chen. "I loved the feeling of not having to sign a check or worry about tipping every time I turned around. That is why we have all-inclusive pricing. We want our guests to feel like they are house guests at a great residence with a terrific service staff."

The moment guests arrive at the front door, they will step into an oasis of sophistication, service and comfort. Instead of the typical lobby and registration desk of most hotels, guests at The Clement Palo Alto will be greeted by their own Personal Concierge.

This Personal Concierge will have an iPad with all the pertinent information about the guests, including their wants and needs, and take them directly to their rooms. The Personal Concierge will take care of the guests for the duration of their stay and take care of all their personal needs.

During their stay, guests can have breakfast, lunch and dinner prepared in The Kitchen, the hotel's open kitchen, with an executive chef presiding over the menu tailored to their tastes and requirements. Guests can dine in The Dining Room, the outdoor Dining Terrace, the privacy of their guest suite, or in a private cabana on the private roof-top pool deck overlooking the picturesque Stanford University campus.

Guests also have access to the beautifully appointed communal guest kitchen, which is similar to a high-end residential kitchen, with access to a fully stocked guest pantry that is available around the clock.

The 650-square-foot, one-bedroom suites offer modern and sophisticated comfort reflecting the Northern California lifestyle. Each suite provides an intuitive layout with an array of carefully curated amenities to enhance the guest's stay. State-of-the-art technology is combined with comfort of the highest quality, such as sumptuous Frette linens, 65-inch Samsung Smart TVs, Nespresso Vertuoline coffee machines, and fully stocked in-room refrigerators.

Spacious stone-lined bathrooms include a soaking tub and a separate glass-enclosed shower, lighted makeup mirrors at a dry vanity area, and a TV behind the mirrors, just a few of the features that will delight their senses.

Other luxurious touches include remote-controlled motorized draperies, a desk fully stocked with office supplies and a connectivity panel for Internet and charging, robe options and slippers of the guest's choice in the spacious closets.

The common areas of the hotel feature the elegant Living Room, which is accented with a stone fireplace and is the perfect location to relax with a favorite cocktail or glass of wine. Or they can enjoy the firepit on the outdoor Dining Terrace or at the roof-top deck with a swimming pool, whirlpool and private cabanas.

In addition, there is a fully equipped exercise room on the second floor of the hotel available to guests 24 hours.

The interior design of The Clement Palo Alto was created by Stanford Hughes of the renowned, award-winning San Francisco hotel design firm Brayton Hughes Design Studios.

Hughes says his design takes its inspiration from the hotel's architecture, which he describes as "an abstraction of traditional Manor House."

"The decor is contemporary, elegant and comfortable. It offers a warm, alluring ambiance in an intimate residential scale," says Hughes, whose firm's award-winning designs include Four Seasons Hotel Chicago and The Ritz-Carlton Highlands, Lake Tahoe. "The interior design offers a perfect blend of contemporary and classic elements. The palette of warm neutral colors and natural materials creates a soothing, cozy and relaxing environment. It is elegant and minimal, yet highly livable.

The Clement Palo Alto is more than a hotel, it is a home away from home."

The Clement Palo Alto's all-inclusive services and amenities include:

• All-inclusive breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks
• All-inclusive wine, beer and cocktails (charges apply for premium brands)
• All-inclusive in-room dining
• All-inclusive mini-bar
• All-inclusive fully-stocked Guest Pantry available around the clock
• All-inclusive Business Center
• All-inclusive valet parking
• All-inclusive twice-daily housekeeping services
• All-inclusive overnight shoe shine services
• All-inclusive high-speed Internet
• All-inclusive personal concierges
• All-inclusive gratuities

The Clement Palo Alto is ideally located across from Stanford University and next to downtown Palo Alto, with its award-winning restaurants, world-class shopping and upscale spas. It is just 45 minutes south of San Francisco and only 30 minutes north of San Jose, not only making it convenient, but easily accessible to the world-famous sights and myriad activities of both cities.

Overall, The Clement Palo Alto offers a unique, one-of-a-kind 6-star experience in the heart of Silicon Valley with unparalleled personal service, all-inclusive luxury and privacy in a warm, inviting and luxurious residential environment.

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About Pacific Hotel Management, LLC
The Clement Hotel is owned and managed by Pacific Hotel Management, LLC. Pacific Hotel Management, LLC. is a privately-owned company that specializes in the development and management of high quality hotels using a variety of franchise brands. Pacific Hotel Management, LLC (PHM) manages all of the hotels owned by affiliates of Clement Chen & Associates, combining a focused corporate administrative staff with a "hands-on" management philosophy to operate profitable, well-maintained hotels. PHM is based in San Mateo, California, and can be visited on the Web at www.phmhotels.com.

Contact:
The Clement Hotel
711 El Camino Real
Palo Alto, California 94301
650-322-7111
http://www.theclementpaloalto.com

InterContinental The Clement Monterey the Perfect Location for the Perfect Dream Wedding in the Heart of Cannery Row

Mesmerizing ocean views, bay breezes and coastal scenery that will captivate hearts and souls — those are just some of the highlights of a dream wedding at the award-winning InterContinental The Clement Monterey.

Monterey, CA, March 28, 2016 - Mesmerizing ocean views, bay breezes and coastal scenery that will captivate hearts and souls — those are just some of the highlights of a dream wedding at the award-winning InterContinental The Clement Monterey.

Situated on Monterey's historic Cannery Row made famous by Nobel Prize-winning author John Steinbeck, this spectacular oceanfront hotel offers beautiful wedding venues overlooking the sapphire-blue waters of the bay.

One of the most romantic wedding locations on Monterey Bay, The Clement Monterey offers a wide range of wedding services — from catering to spa treatments — that can make any wedding unforgettable.

The Clement Monterey has garnered numerous awards and accolades since it opened in May 2008, including the Condé Nast Traveler Top 25 In Northern California Readers Choice Award; TripAdvisor's 2014 Certificate of Excellence; Sunset Magazine's Top 10 California Coast Hotels; and every year, the AAA Four Diamond Award, which is awarded to the most luxurious and pampering properties throughout North America. Less than 4% of AAA-rated properties achieve this coveted rating.

The prestigious US News & World Report gave it a 4.5 Star rating of luxury hotels it surveyed.

“InterContinental The Clement Monterey's location on Cannery Row is hard to beat,” the publication wrote. “Guests appreciate the hotel's proximity to good shopping, delicious eateries, and attractions like the Monterey Bay Aquarium. Described as a home-away-from-home by some, this InterContinental property also features a health club, pool, and oceanfront patio that makes guests never want to leave. The C Restaurant also garners good to excellent reviews, particularly for its seafood.”

With an excellent selection of magnificent wedding venues overlooking Monterey Bay, The Clement Monterey can be a magical destination for any wedding celebration.

Wedding ceremonies can be staged on an expansive courtyard facing the sapphire-blue waters of the bay. Two fire pits provide an ambient glow, particularly romantic at sunset. Couples can say their vows with the bay in the background, while seabirds trace graceful curves on the horizon, and otters and sea lions frolic in the waves.

With such a picturesque setting, guests can enjoy social hour out in the fresh ocean air as well. While the bridal party poses for pictures, guests will enjoy the hotel’s boardwalk and pier, which extends out over the bay. Cut-outs along the wooden pier reveal tantalizing peeks directly down at the teeming underwater world of the Monterey Bay Sanctuary.

As twilight descends, guests can retire indoors to admire the vista from another perspective. The Pacific Ballroom is a refined setting for a bayside gala, replete with picture windows that capture a panorama of the moonlit ocean and the star-filled heavens.

Decorating with luminarias and fairy lights brings the sparkle indoors — the banquet staff can customize an event according to the bride and groom's wishes.

The view is even more impressive from the Ocean Terrace Ballroom, located upstairs. It’s an intimate space that boasts a huge bayview terrace.

The Pacific Ballroom can accommodate from 150-230 guests, while the Ocean Ballroom holds from 25-150 guests for receptions and other functions.

The resort’s equally impressive public spaces are tranquil and welcoming, thanks to the stylish use of wood and other natural materials, along with décor in soothing shades of green and blue, evocative of the sea and sky.

One of the most notable spaces is the Reading Room, warmed by a contemporary stone-faced fireplace. Adjacent to the Reading Room, the Library serves as a private dining salon that’s perfect for formal rehearsal dinners.

The wedding party can enjoy fresh, innovative coastal cuisine from The Clement's celebrated chefs and culinary experts. The hotel's dedicated catering team will create a wedding feast, including sumptuous entrees like Arctic Char Papillote and Roasted Angus Beef Tenderloin, delicious hors d'oeuvres and fresh salads. Menus also include champagne and a premium selection of spirits, wines and beverages.

Hotel accommodations feature up-to-the-minute amenities, and many have fireplaces, ocean views and balconies. The on-site spa pampers guests with the latest in beautification and wellness treatments. VIP Babysitting is also available for children, enabling parents to enjoy the wedding celebration.

One of the benefits of a wedding at The Clement Monterey is that friends and family can enjoy a mini-vacation, because there’s simply no end to the area’s fun-filled activities and sights, from Old Fisherman's Wharf to Pebble Beach, Carmel-by-the-Sea and Big Sur.

And one of its advantages is that the hotel is situated in the heart of historic Cannery Row, once the home of a thriving sardine fishing and canning industry.

Throughout the years, Monterey’s timeless natural beauty has been the inspiration for artists, poets and novelists alike. Recently, a downtown renaissance has put a glamorous polish on historic districts like Cannery Row, and author Steinbeck would be amazed to see these formerly rough-and-tumble dockside streets dramatically transformed into a thoroughly modern boulevard.

It's been a long time since Steinbeck referred to Cannery Row as “a poem, a stink, a grating noise, a quality of light, a tone, a habit, a nostalgia, a dream” in his celebrated novel “Cannery Row.”

Today’s Cannery Row is alive with fashionable boutiques, delectable eateries, upscale galleries and a vibrant street scene that attracts visitors from all over the world. And right next door, literally steps from the hotel, sits the word-renowned Monterey Bay Aquarium.

Can this quaint yet oh-so-now slice of paradise get any better? Yes, it can. InterContinental The Clement Monterey was designed as a serene coastal retreat for personal rejuvenation and a luxury destination for the discerning traveler, but it's also the perfect location for the perfect dream wedding.

InterContinental The Clement Monterey
Overlooking Monterey Bay and next door to the world-renowned Monterey Bay Aquarium is Monterey’s premier waterfront hotel, InterContinental The Clement Monterey. Situated on historic Cannery Row, the hotel offers affordable luxury in the heart of it all. The stylish C restaurant provides stunning ocean views from every table, and features the C bar and the open-air C side patio. Enjoy The Spa, fitness center and whirlpool, as well as Monterey’s most desirable location, situated on the pristine Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary.

About Pacific Hotel Management, LLC
InterContinental The Clement Monterey is owned and managed by Pacific Hotel Management, LLC. Pacific Hotel Management, LLC. is a privately-owned company that specializes in the development and management of high quality hotels using a variety of franchise brands. Pacific Hotel Management, LLC (PHM) manages all of the hotels owned by affiliates of Clement Chen & Associates, combining a focused corporate administrative staff with a "hands on" management philosophy to operate profitable, well-maintained hotels PHM is based in San Mateo, California, and can be visited on the Web at www.phmhotels.com.

Contact:
Marci Bracco Cain
Chatterbox PR
Salinas, CA 93901
(831) 747-7455
http://www.phmhotels.com

Americana Singer-Songwriter RJ Comer Redefines his Musical Style on his Latest EP Release, Nightly Suicide out March 25!

Americana and Blues seeps through this singer-songwriter’s upcoming release, Nightly Suicide, due out March 25th via Growling Moon Records.

Los Angeles, CA, March 25, 2016 - Americana and Blues seeps through this singer-songwriter’s upcoming release, Nightly Suicide, due out March 25th via Growling Moon Records.

The highly anticipated EP is RJ Comer’s second EP release as a solo artist. RJ is previously known as the lead singer of Dance Hall Pimps, a seven-piece blues-rock band. He steps away from the septet and falls back on his roots with a down to earth, pure acoustic sound that showcases the songwriter’s raw emotions.

 The six song EP highlights RJ’s gritty, soulful vocals along with his impeccable songwriting lyrical skills. This is his most intimate and personal collection of songs dealing with addiction, failed relationships, redemption, and the open road. The poetic lyrics come alive through RJ’s haunting vocals and dark guitar riffs.

The Nightly Suicide EP focuses on RJ’s Blues-based, Americana-Rock influences featuring lead single and title track “Nightly Suicide,” which is his homage to Charles Bukowski—the poet laureate of barflies. The song also illustrates RJ’s early life, which he describes as “a lot of heavy drinking and nightly self-destruction.”

The EP also includes RJ’s upcoming single and music video, “The Moon Ain’t Fallen On Me Yet.” With “Moon” RJ returns to his frequent themes of redemption and survival. The second single is expected to be released in mid-April.

As a performer, RJ has toured as a solo artist from British Columbia, Canada to New Orleans. He just performed four shows in Austin during SXSW week. RJ’s powerful voice, his captivating and emotional live performances, and his infectious songs have garnered fans in biker bars, on Bourbon Street, and in coffee houses and concert halls. Talents as diverse as A.J. Croce, C.C. Adcock, and Grammy-winner Matt Hyde have produced tracks with RJ.

Tour Dates

April 13, 2016    9:00    Cock and Bull            Sarasota, FL
April 15, 2016    8:00    McCabe’s Irish Pub        Bradenton, FL
April 17, 2016    TBA    Bobby’s Idle Hour Tavern    Nashville, TN
April 22, 2016    5:00    Kimbros Pickin Parlour        Franklin, TN
May 6, 2016    1:00AM    The Paddock Tavern        Toronto ONT
For more information please visit: www.rjcomer.com

Contact:
Chip Schutzman
Miles High Productions
PO Box 93157
Hollywood CA 90093
323-806-0400
chip@mileshighproductions.com
http://www.rjcomer.com

Hyatt Regency Hotel and Spa Meetings and Events

The Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel and Spa thinks of itself as the “Hub of Heaven” as it relates to its exclusive location on the Monterey Peninsula.

Monterey, CA, March 22, 2016 - The Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel and Spa thinks of itself as the “Hub of Heaven” as it relates to its exclusive location on the Monterey Peninsula. Centrally located to be accessible regionally as well as nationally, with proximity to world renown destinations including the wild and dramatic Big Sur coast, World famous golf courses of Pebble Beach, Carmel-By-The-Sea for upscale dining and shopping, award winning wineries of Monterey County and of course Cannery Row as made famous by author John Steinbeck including the Monterey Bay Aquarium. Located on the renowned Del Monte Golf Course, the Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel and Spa is one of the most beautiful and scenic locations for a meeting or conference on the California coast.

The Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel and Spa should be your next choice for meetings and conferences! As the largest Hotel with the most function space of any venue in the three county area, we can accommodate groups and events up to 800 attendees. Attendees and guest will appreciate the central location, ease of access, complimentary self-parking or arranged valet parking and the renovated, upscale designs and décor of our Ballrooms and meeting venues, not to mention award winning cuisine and superb service that Hyatt has become known for. Planners will appreciate the level of experience, creativity and sense of partnership that they receive from our Event Planning, Culinary and Banquet staff. From initial concept to final billing, the Hyatt Regency Monterey Staff is at your side!

The Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel and Spa, with 550 Guest Rooms and Suites in a variety of configurations and views, captures an atmosphere of intense energy and inspiration and has become a favored destination for corporate meetings, business retreats, training sessions and conferences.

The design for the Meetings and Conference Center at the Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel and Spa is inspired by this “great meeting of sea meets land” and reflects the unique characteristics and drama of a location that fosters creativity. Our 40,000 square feet of versatile indoor and outdoor pre-function, meeting and event space includes an expansive Two (2) Ballroom Choices; the 11,000 SF Regency Grand Ballroom and the 6,000 SF Monterey Ballroom, 18 breakout rooms and the outdoor Garden Terrace Courtyard. All of our spaces feature state-of-the-art audiovisual equipment, high-speed internet and advance rigging options.

Group participants at the Hyatt Regency Monterey will be pleased to find an attractive and convenient building and grounds design as well as state of the art meeting facilities. Planners and participants will experience ample opportunities to be able to network and interact with their associates at a variety On-site dining options including our signature restaurant TusCA Ristorante, the popular Knuckles Sports Bar, and Fireplace Lounge. As down time permits, they may also want to make use of Several on-site activities including two outdoor swimming pools, Marilyn Monroe Spa, 24-hour fitness center, tennis, and golf at the adjacent Del Monte Golf Club (a Pebble Beach Resorts course).

To experience the Hyatt Regency Monterey and take advantages of special Guest Room Rates and Group F&B Discounts available through September 30, 2016, fill out an RFP form available on our website at monterey.hyatt.com OR call OR Email a Sales and Event planner will be in contact with you within 24 hours.

Sales Office: (831) 657-6560 , mrydm.sales@hyatt.com
Events Office: (831) 657-6540 , hyattmontereycatering@hyatt.com

Contact:
Marci Bracco Cain
Chatterbox PR
Salinas, CA 93901
(831) 747-7455
http://www.monterey.hyatt.com

Hyatt Regency Hotel and Spa Galas and Events

The Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel and Spa is your Gala and Event Headquarters! As the largest Hotel with the most function space of any venue in the three county area, we can accommodate groups and events up to 800 attendees.

Monterey, CA, March 22,2016 - The Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel and Spa is your Gala and Event Headquarters! As the largest Hotel with the most function space of any venue in the three county area, we can accommodate groups and events up to 800 attendees. Attendees and guest will appreciate the central location, ease of access, complimentary self-parking or arranged valet parking and the renovated, upscale designs and décor of our Ballrooms and meeting venues, not to mention award winning cuisine and superb service that Hyatt has become known for. Planners and Committees will appreciate the level of experience, creativity and sense of partnership that they receive from our Event Planning, Culinary and Banquet staff. From initial concept to final billing, the Hyatt Regency Monterey Staff is at your side!

The design for the Meetings and Conference Center at the Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel and Spa is inspired by the “great meeting of sea meets land” and reflects the unique characteristics and drama of a location that fosters creativity and giving. Our 40,000 square feet of versatile indoor and outdoor pre-function, meeting and event space includes Two (2) Ballroom Choices; the 11,000 SF Regency Grand Ballroom and the 6,000 SF Monterey Ballroom, 18 breakout rooms and the outdoor Garden Terrace Courtyard. All of our spaces feature state-of-the-art audio-visual equipment, high-speed internet and advance rigging options.

The Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel and Spa, with 550 Guest Rooms and Suites in a variety of configurations and views, captures an atmosphere of intense energy and inspiration and has become a favored destination for a variety of Events over the years.

To experience the Hyatt Regency Monterey and take advantages of special Group Food and Beverage, Venue Rental Discounts and Guest Room Rates available through April 30, 2017, fill out an RFP form available on our website at monterey.hyatt.com OR (PREFERRED) contact an Event Sales Manager directly via phone or email at (831) 657-6540 , hyattmontereycatering@hyatt.com

Contact:
Marci Bracco Cain
Chatterbox PR
Salinas, CA 93901
(831) 747-7455
http://www.monterey.hyatt.com

Singer-Songwriter RJ Comer Returns with his Solo Project and New Single “Nightly Suicide” Feb 26 on Itunes Music Video out March 7th

Comer’s Highly Antipicated EP Will Be Released March 25th

Los Angeles, CA, March 14, 2016 — Formerly the front man of the Dance Hall Pimps, RJ Comer redefines his musical style with a stripped down version of Americana Rock. RJ released his new single “Nightly Suicide” on February 26th with an accompanying music video due out March 7th. This is first single off of his upcoming EP also named, Nightly Suicide and will be released on March 25th.

The metaphorical title track is RJ’s homage to Charles Bukowski—the poet laureate of barflies. The song also illustrates RJ’s early life, which he describes as “a lot of heavy drinking and nightly self-destruction.” Comer’s gritty, soulful vocals and dark riffs authentically convey the stark and sometimes surreal lyrics and imagery of the song.

“I like songs and music videos that tell stories; they put the emotion of the song in a more powerful context than just singing ‘I feel this way; I feel that way.’”—RJ Comer

The music video is inspired by Bukowski’s screenplay Barfly. Marcos Tinez plays the younger RJ, a lonesome alcoholic who is wearing the identical hat RJ is wearing in other clips of the music video to connect past and present. Directed by Guillermo Rodriguez, “Nightly Suicide” was filmed in Granada, Spain and at Los Angeles’s legendary music venue, The Mint.

The soon-to-be released EP Nightly Suicide will be available for presale on March 11th.

RJ has toured as a solo artist from British Columbia, Canada to New Orleans. His powerful voice, his captivating and emotional live performances, and his infectious songs have garnered fans in biker bars, on Bourbon Street, and in coffee houses and opera houses. Talents as diverse as A.J. Croce, C.C. Adcock, and Grammy-winner Matt Hyde have produced tracks with RJ.

Upcoming Tour Dates

March 1, 2016 -----------State Social House----------West Hollywood, CA

April 15, 2016--------McCabe’s Irish Pub---------- Bradenton, FL

April 17, 2016---------Bobby’s Idle Hour Tavern---------Nashville, TN

For more information please visit: www.rjcomer.com

Contact:
Chip Schutzman
Miles High Productions
PO Box 93157
Hollywood, CA 90093
323-806-0400
http://www.mileshighproductions.com

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel and Spa Celebrates Earth Day and I Committed to Helping the Environment All Year Long

On April 22, hundreds of thousands of people across the globe will celebrate the 36th annual Earth Day, pitching in to clean up local roads and waterways, abandoned parking lots and city parks in what has become an annual rite of spring.

Monterey, CA, March 12, 2016 - Want to travel while also doing something good for the planet? On April 22, hundreds of thousands of people across the globe will celebrate the 36th annual Earth Day, pitching in to clean up local roads and waterways, abandoned parking lots and city parks in what has become an annual rite of spring.

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel and Spa shows their commitment to the environment and their local communities with programs that ranged from a naturalist-led beach clean to shutting the lights in all unoccupied rooms, and employees turned out to volunteer at dozens of local green efforts. These activities take place throughout the year.

In honor of Earth Day, Friday, April 22nd, the Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel and Spa in Monterey is offering the following promotions:

• The hotel will give out a tree-in-a-box kit to guests who check in on April 22nd. This will be a kit to grow your own tree at home! #TravelGreen #InAHyattWorld
• TusCA Ristorante will be featuring menu specials appealing to locavores, vegetarians, and vegans using both locally grown and organic ingredients. In addition the hotel will offer specials in sustainable wine.
• Enjoy this green inspired cocktail:

“Green Garden”

1.5 oz of Organic Blanco Tequila

½ oz of Cucumber-infused Organic Simple Syrup

¼ oz of freshly squeezed Organic Lime Juice

1 oz of Sparkling Cava

Build and Shake in cocktail shaker. Strain into Martini Glass – Cucumber Garnish

In addition, Hyatt has an ongoing commitment to green meetings. At Hyatt, we have the same commitment to caring for the earth as we do to caring for our guests. Follow these 10 steps to reduce the environmental impact of your.

1. Plan Ahead. Surprises are lots of fun, but not for meetings. Provide us with your meeting info and event orders 10 days in advance to reduce the use of last minute resources.
2. Please Recycle. Commit to using the recycling bins provided by the hotel at all functions, meetings, offices and guest rooms – making it easy to be green. Recycling services vary by property.
3. Print local. It's better to print it there than bring it there. It's even better to print on recycled paper – we're here to help you coordinate all your printing needs and will provide you with a list of recommended environmental printing services.
4. Ship Less. Shipping meeting materials wastes fuel, paper, plastic, energy and water. So, no more than one pallet of materials can be shipped to the hotel for each 100 rooms occupied and no more than ½ pallet going home.
5. Take what you need. Rather than handing out pens and note pads, place all meeting materials in a central location so meeting attendees can take only what they need.
6. Ban the bottle. Drinking lots of water is good. But not from a plastic bottle. Instead, use reusable bottles and refill at conveniently located filtered water stations.
7. Waste not. While we're at it, let's eliminate the use of other disposable products at meetings. Exceptions can be made for Boxed meals and poolside service.
8. Keep it comfy by setting reasonable meeting temperatures. Set the meeting room temperature at an agreed-upon number and keep it there. Not too hot, not too cool is just right.
9. Eat Local. Don't think of it as just a meeting, think of it as chance to sample the local flavor. Our seasonal banquet menus feature locally grown and sourced products.
10. Use Recycled Products. Your ideas will look just as smart on 100% recycled paper. Other items, such as menus and pens should have at least some recycled material too.

About Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel& Spa on Del Monte Golf Course
Nestled in 22 acres of soaring Monterey Pines, the Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa on Del Monte Golf Course is a destination resort providing the discerning traveler the quintessential Monterey experience. Its location offers guests close proximity to downtown Monterey and Monterey Airport and easy access to some of the Peninsula’s most well known attractions. With its warm, contemporary ambiance, elegant furnishings and convenient amenities, the hotel offers both leisure and business travelers a Northern California respite of unmatched serenity and comfort. Features include 550 guestrooms including 32 suites, and the President’s house, TusCA Ristorante, Knuckles Sports Bar, Fireplace Lounge, a 2,000 square foot fitness facility, tennis courts, pools and whirlpools, and 12,000 square foot full service spa. The hotel is located at 1 Old Golf Course Road in Monterey, California. For information call (831) 372-1234 or visit http://www.hyattregencymonterey.com/.

Contact:
Marci Bracco Cain
Chatterbox PR
Salinas, CA 93901
(831) 747-7455
http://www.hyattregencymonterey.com/

Gospel Music Composer/ Producer Dr. Brenda Jefferson Stuns on the 31st Annual Stellar Gospel Music Awards Red Carpet

Gospel music producer/composer/ preacher Brenda Jefferson will be a presenter on the upcoming 31st Annual Stellar Gospel Music Awards which airs on Sunday, March 6, 2016 at (6PM EST).

Tampa, FL, March 11, 2016 - Gospel music producer/composer/ preacher Brenda Jefferson will be a presenter on the upcoming 31st Annual Stellar Gospel Music Awards which airs on Sunday, March 6, 2016 at (6PM EST). The 2016 Stellar Awards was held at the Orleans Arena in Las Vegas, NV on February 26, 2016. Dr. Jefferson looked stunning as she graced the red carpet pre-award show for interviews. As of lately Dr. Brenda has been really busy doing ministry and working on new music.

The producer/songwriter Brenda Jefferson A.K.A. Pastor or Dr. Brenda Jefferson is currently in the works of releasing her second studio album which is set to be entitled "Invocation." "Invocation" is due to be released sometime late Spring/ Early Summer of 2016. The "Invocation" album is testament to the spirits of Faith, Love and Inspiration, these are just a few of the messages that Dr. Brenda enjoys teaching with her husband Bishop M.B. Jefferson at their Deeper Life Christian Church in Tampa, FL.

Brenda Jefferson found much fame from her debut gospel album "A Time of Refreshing" which shot up the gospel music charts and solidified her place as gospel royalty. Her featured single, "Oh Clap Your Hands," took off and instantly became a fan favorite. Now the Tampa based Pastor/Dr. and Musician is back and ready to spread God's word through music.

Although its been several years since Dr. Brenda has released an album, she's no stranger to producing quality music. For her new album she's enlisted the help of some of the biggest names in gospel music such as; 2016 Stellar Award Winners Dorinda Clark-Cole, Isaac Carree, Myron Butler, Sam Washington and many more.

For more information about Brenda Jefferson and Deeper Life Christian Church please follow her on twitter at @DrBrendaJ to attend a live speaking engagement or request an interview or book Dr. Jefferson for an event please contact Calvin Jefferson pastorcalvin@dlcctampa.com at 813-229-6805 or check her out online at Facebook: @DrBrendaJefferson or www.BrendaJefferson.com.

ABOUT Dr. Brenda Jefferson
Dr. Brenda Jefferson, Co-Pastor of Deeper Life Christian Church in Tampa, FL is one of today’s most dynamic Christian leaders. She is a fixture of inspiration and hope, provoking a lifestyle of holiness and integrity in men and women across the nation. This celebrated songwriter, author, designer, mentor, and multi-faceted entrepreneur, is fueled by a passion to spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ throughout the world. As an anointed musical arranger, Brenda embraces God’s true healing power through song.

Contact:
Darnell Clark
Image Makers Media Group, LLC
646 Antone Street
Atlanta, GA 30318
412-353-9240
http://www.BrendaJefferson.com

Mesa Del Sol Vineyards & Retreat Offers Weekly Rentals for Vacations or Corporate Groups

Ann Hougham, owner of Mesa del Sol Vineyards and Retreat offers guests an adventure in wine and eco-tourism.

Arroyo Seco, CA, March 10, 2016 - Ann Hougham, owner of Mesa del Sol Vineyards and Retreat offers guests an adventure in wine and eco-tourism. Family-owned for 10 years and recently made available to the public, the winery and vacation retreat offers guests award-wining wines as well as a haven to escape from the stress of the everyday world with its weekly rental program.

The property’s historic buildings date back to the late 1800's with a stone building thought to have been a stage stop, water house and a section of one of the cabins. Mesa del Sol was once the location of a healing center prized for its dry, rarified air and curative environment and visited by many celebrities, including President Teddy Roosevelt. Also the home of a state senator. The estate has 7 bedrooms, and 1 tent cabin overlooking the Arroyo Seca River, as well as 4 private bathrooms in the main compound and 2 bathrooms at the pool. The perfect setting for a memorable family reunion; corporate retreat or vacation, Mesa Del Sol has 14 acres with separate living areas allowing each guest a sense of privacy and space. The entire estate has been restored to include a gourmet country kitchen, acres of lush ornamental gardens, 55' pool and large open social areas, with several updated outdoor cooking areas.

Guests enter the estate by driving down a half mile driveway lined with oak trees, and rows of fresh lavender. Upon entering the retreat, guests can stroll the gardens, swim in the old grand pool. Play basketball, croquet, horseshoes, swing on the swing), feed the chickens and collect eggs for breakfast, feed the trout in the pond, pick fresh fruits and vegetables from the edible gardens, hike the Arroyo Seco backcountry, or just relax on the cliffside overlooking the Arroyo Seco River and the vast wilderness and enjoy the view. Mesal del Sol is also the perfect spot for a memorable country wedding for up to 150 people.

Ann Hougham can personally plan additional group activities at Mesa del Sol including arrange on site wine tastings and off site wine tours, yoga and massage, flora and fauna hikes, river expeditions, trips to one of our newest National Parks, The Pinnacles, culinary adventures and cooking classes with a Monterey County Chef and more. These services are available at an additional price. Mesa del Sol is available for weekly rental beginning at $6,000 limited weekly rentals are also available with a two night minimum for groups up to twenty. For more information on Mesa del Sol Vineyards wine and or rentals, please contact Ann directly at 831-624-8527 or go to www.mesadelsolvineyards.com. Mesa del Sol Vineyards is located at the junction of Carmel Valley and Arroyo Seco Roads in South Monterey County.

Property Amenities:
• Washer
• Dryer
• Linens Provided
• Off Street Parking
• Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
• Wood Fireplace
• Wood Stove

A variety of room configurations:
• Queen Bed
• Double Bed
• Twin/Single Bed

Entertainment options include:
• Cable/Satellite TV
• DVD
• VCR
• Video Library
• CD Player
• Stereo System
• Music Library
• Private Hot Tub
• Private Pool

Kitchen has been completely remodeled and is perfect for any gourmet retreat:
• Full Kitchen
• Cooking Utensils Provided
• Refrigerator
• Dishwasher
• Microwave
• Catering Available

Outdoor features are sure to delight the senses:
• Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
• Charcoal BBQ Grill
• Deck/Patio
• Gazebo

Communications
• Telephone
• Computer
• Wi Fi

Suitability
• Pet Friendly
• Handicapped Accessible
• Wheelchair Accessible
• Kid Friendly
• Smoking Not Allowed

Activities (on site and nearby)
• Sightseeing
• Kayaking
• Swimming
• Biking
• Mountain Biking
• Wildlife Viewing
• Hiking
• Basketball Court

Contact:
Marci Bracco Cain
Chatterbox PR
Salinas, CA 93901
(831) 747-7455
http://www.mesadelsolvineyards.com

Why Automating your Google Drive Workflow is Benefinicial for Publishing

Automating your workflow has many benefits and in many cases, is profitable.

San Jose, CA, March 08, 2016 - Here are the several benefits of automating your workflow process:

• Consistency
• Organization
• Delegation of tasks
• Effective communication
• Easy collaboration
• Accountability
• Increased productivity
• Emplaced schedule
• Satisfaction of finalized publishings

With all that is mentioned above, Collavate greatly reduces the time you spend on redundant steps. With templates, tags, and delegation of tasks, users can quickly skip ahead and focus on producing necessary information and content.

We know not all drafts are perfect the first time. Excellent publications typically goes through the flow of:

• Drafting
• Peer reviews
• Editing and incorporated suggestions
• Subject-matter reviewal
• Stakeholder approval
• Finalization

Collavate is designed to enable and facilitate the approval workflow process for Google Drive/Docs. From beginning to end- creation to publication, Collavate will automate your workflow process. We leave room for revisions and further developing. If a document does not make it through approval the first round, the creator will be able to make changes and enhance their work before Reprocessing for a new round of reviewal.

Walkthrough Example:
You are have drafted a journal article that needs reviewal approval before publishing onto your company’s daily newsletter site.
Step 1. Create a draft and submit it to your reviewers. You can give your reviews permission to edit or view/comment only. If your company has a form, you can use a desired template within the ‘Template’ menu. Supporting documents or images can be attached within ‘File List’ pane. ‘Favorites’ allows quick-select of users that you set for group of individuals you frequently collaborate with. Also, automating approved docs to be sent to your print-house or website designer for publishing, you can be done by including them under BCC or Group CC.

In case, you have mistakenly sent a file, you can Edit or Reset the process by using ‘Edit process’

Step 2. Your reviewer receives an email notification. He or she opens your file(s) and reviews/modifies them. They may can use Google Docs ‘Suggest edits’ or ‘chat’ function to work together with reviewers to finalize contents. If your reviewers want to add reviewers or files, he or she can do so by clicking ‘Edit process’. If any files are rejected or denied, you can always ‘Reprocess’ after revising docs. In case you haven’t heard anything from your upper level approver, you can ‘Remind’ them.

Step 3. Once docs are finally approved, you can publish as a PDF file and it will include approval history, timestamp and signature as well as finalized contents. You can even share your entire workflow history to third parties.

Automating your workflow system has many benefits!

Save time where you can and enjoy!

Contact:
Harry Jung
Collavate Inc.
4320 Stevens Creek
Boulevard STE 211
San Jose, CA 95129
+1 (650) 515-3733
hjung@collavate.com
http://www.collavate.com

Award-winning author, Robert Thornhill, releases Lady Justice and the Conspiracy Trial

Author Robert Thornhill releases Lady Justice and the Conspiracy Trial, volume #2 in his Lady Justice mystery/comedy series.

Independence, MO, March 08, 2016 - In Lady Justice and the Conspiracy Trial, author, Robert Thornhill, continues to ask the question, “Are we being poisoned?”

Investigative reporter, Jack Carson, has been murdered, but by whom?

Police arrest mob boss Carmine Marchetti, but Walt is convinced that it was the work of government assassins, sent to silence the reporter before he could expose a clandestine program that for decades had been spraying deadly chemicals into the atmosphere for weather control and defense.

Will justice prevail or will the government’s dirty little secret remain hidden?

Lee Ashford of Reader’s Favorite writes, “Lady Justice and the Conspiracy Trial by Robert Thornhill is another brilliantly-conceived mystery/comedy novel from the biographer of Walt Williams and creator of the Lady Justice series of contemplative tales. As fresh and timely as all the stories in this series, Lady Justice and the Conspiracy Trial tackles a troubling theory gaining traction just below the surface of public consciousness.

“Whether truth or fiction, the subject matter of this story – and its immediate predecessor, Lady Justice and the Conspiracy – will have readers surreptitiously peering beyond their curtains at the sky above.

“Once again we find the intrepid Walt Williams, senior citizen extraordinaire, right in the thick of a dangerous situation. As the body count rises, Walt understandably fears for his safety and the safety of his loved ones. This time he may have bitten off more than he can chew.

“Lady Justice and the Conspiracy Trial is a must-read for anyone who has ever wondered whether the government is perhaps not always forthcoming with “the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth” in its response to requests for information.

“Has our government conspired to foist a deadly top-secret program on our planet, or is this just an imaginative and witty tale? It will give you an adrenaline rush, regardless of what you ultimately believe. It will also give you something to think about.

“Robert Thornhill has a noteworthy talent for crafting compelling tales ripped from the headlines of our daily newspapers. Lady Justice and the Conspiracy Trial will grip you from beginning to end and may well color your dreams at night.

“Five stars and two thumbs up for Lady Justice and the Conspiracy Trial.”

Robert began writing at the ripe old age of 66 and in six years has penned twenty-two novels in the Lady Justice series, the seven volume Rainbow Road series of chapter books for children, a cookbook and a mini-autobiography.

During the past year, nine volumes in the Lady Justice series reached the #1 rank in the book’s category on Amazon.

For more information, go to http://booksbybob.com/lady-justice-and-the-conspiracy-trial_431.html

For link to Amazon, go to http://www.amazon.com/Justice-Conspiracy-Trial-Robert-Thornhill-ebook/dp/B01BRK5K4M

Contact:
Robert Thornhill
Books By Bob
21312 E. 37th Terr Ct S
Independence, MO 64057
660-383-6011
http://booksbybob.com

2016 Steinbeck Festival: “From Salinas to Sea of Cortez: Steinbeck on Land and Sea”

The 35th annual Steinbeck Festival takes place May 6 – 8, 2016 at the National Steinbeck Center.

Salinas, CA, March 05, 2016 - The 35th annual Steinbeck Festival takes place May 6 – 8, 2016 at the National Steinbeck Center. The theme is "From Salinas to Sea of Cortez: Steinbeck on Land and Sea," honoring the 75th anniversary of Sea of Cortez, published in 1941. This year’s festival features 30 minute “Jon” talks followed by panel discussions.

On Saturday, the Festival features the first annual Steinbeck Home/Beer Fest from 12-5, sponsored by the Steinbeck Rotary. Beer tasting dinner at the Steinbeck House Friday night is a Rotary fundraiser--Saturday night a NSC fundraiser, 5:30-8 both nights! This is a triple play for Steinbeck in Salinas.

PRELIMINARY SCHEDULE (schedule subject to change)

Friday, May 6: Steinbeck on Land
“Salinas had a destiny beyond other towns. The rich black land was one thing, but the high gray fog and coolish to cold weather which gave it a lousy climate created the greatest lettuce in the world, several crops a year and at a time when no other lettuce in the United States matured. The town named itself The Salad Bowl of the World…” JS

8:30-9:30: Early risers historic walking tour, East of Eden on Main Street.
9:00: Susan Shillinglaw, “Steinbeck and the Land: Ecological Reflections,” Director of the NSC and Professor at San Jose State University.
9:30: William Souder, "Why Steinbeck, Why Now? A Biographer New on the Scene Explains his Thinking," William Souder discusses his new Steinbeck biography, to be published by Norton in 2019.
10:15-11:00: Breakout session: Susan Shillinglaw and William Souder on Steinbeck
11:15: Film: Greg Zeigler, “Steinbeck Country,” California leg of Travels with Charley.
11:45-12:45: Historic walking tour, East of Eden on Main Street
11:45-1:15: Taco lunch at NSC patio (included in 3-day Festival pass)
1:00: FILM: Eric Palmer “Japanese Flower Growers,” He will be joined by Ann Jordan. Eric Palmer is a local filmmaker and Anna Jordan teaches Japanese langauge classes at Los Gatos High School. This presentation is organized by the Salinas Valley JACL.
1:45: Jean Vengua: “Filipino Newspapers and the Juan Steinbeck Poetry Society.” Dr. Vengua is co-chair of the Asian Cultural Experience in Salinas.
2:15-3:00: Panel discussion on Asian communities in Salinas: Eric Palmer, Anna Jordan, and Jean Vengua
3:00: Sergio Chavez, “The Occupational Careers of Ex-Braceros in the Tijuana-San Diego Borderlands,” Sergio Chavez is an Assistant Professor in Sociology at Rice University and author of Border Lives, Oxford UP (2016).
3:30 Film: Ignacio Ornelas Rodriguez, “Searching for the Braceros Legacy: A New American Encounter for a Place in History.” Ignacio Ornelas Rodriguez works at Stanford University Special Collections and University Archives.
4:00: Photographs: Daniel Ruanova, “The Bracero Art Project, Photographs from the Ernesto Galarza Collection at Stanford University.”
4:00-4:45: Panel discussion on Braceros: Sergio Chavez, Ignacio Rodriguez, and Daniel Ruanova.
4:00-6:30: Sunset Red Pony Ranch tour
5:00-6:00: Travels with Charley documentary by Lee Mendelson.
5:00-6:00: Historic walking tour, East of Eden on Main Street
7:00: Banquet, Songs from Cannery Row and surprise evening event, TBA

Saturday, May 7: Steinbeck and the Sea
“Nights at anchor in the Gulf are quiet and strange. The water is smooth, almost solid, and the dew is so heavy that the decks are soaked. The little waves rasp on the shell beaches with a hissing sound, and all about in the darkness the fishes jump and splash. (SOC)

9:00: Robert DeMott, “Of Fish and Men: Steinbeck, Fishing and Me,” Robert DeMott is the Edwin and Ruth Kennedy Distinguished Professor Emeritus of English, Ohio University.
9:30: John Gregg “Restoring the Western Flyer,” John Gregg is President of Gregg Drilling and Testing
10:00: Katie Rodger “Ed Ricketts, ‘Wave Shock,’ and the Ecology of a Science Writer” Lecturer, University of California, Davis
10:30: Mary Ellen Hannibal “Annus Mirabilis: When Steinbeck, Ricketts, and Campbell were Young,” Mary Ellen Hannibal is author of the forthcoming book, Citizen Scientists: Searching for Heroes and Hope in an age of Extinction (The Experiment/Workman Publishing, 2016).
11:00-12:00: Panel discussion on Ed Ricketts, Citizen Science and the Western Flyer
12:00 Archives Tour with Lisa Josephs
12:00-2:00: Purchase lunch on Main! Enjoy the Steinbeck Home Beer Fest
12:30: “Craft Beer 101”
1:00: William Gilly “Retracing Sea of Cortez, 2004.” William Gilly is a Professor of Biology at Stanford University.
2:00: Harold Augenbraum: "Translating Culture: Mexican America and Steinbeck's Pearl." Harold Augenbraum co-directed the 2002 Steinbeck Centennial; he just finished a twelve-year tenure as Executive Director of the National Book Foundation, presenter of the National Book Awards. In the fall of this year, he will be a Visiting Fellow at Yale University.
3:00: David Dennis, “Surfboards from 11th Street, PG floorboards,” Complete with props and surfboards, David Dennis, co-founder of Ventana Surfboards & Supplies, will be discussing the intersection of the Steinbeck Pacific Grove cottage, local history, sustainable business, and surfing.
4:00: Historic Walking Tour, West of Main Street and First Mayor's House with Carol Robles.
4:00 Archives Tour with Lisa Josephs
6:00 : Fund raising dinner at the Steinbeck House, benefiting the NSC, limited seating for 50.

Sunday, May 8: Teaching Steinbeck, Experiencing Steinbeck Country
8:30-1:30: Ag Tour, Vearl Gish. Meet in front of Steinbeck Center at 8:15.
10:00-11:30: “The Search for Common Ground: Place and Identity in the classroom,” Chad Redwing, Jenni Abbott, Eva Mo, Flora Carter and Bill Anelli from Modesto Community College, recipients of an NEH grant, “Common Ground in the Central Valley.”
11:30-12:15: Pete Barraza, “Teaching Jazz and Cannery Row” Pete Barazza teaches English at Santa Monica High School and was founder of the California Literature class, which toured CA yeach year.
12:15-1:00: "Mothers and children in Japanese Internment in the classroom" Brown bag discussion
1:00-1:30: Sharing curriculum on the NSC Website
2:00-4:00: Tours of Ricketts’s Lab (meet at the Lab on Cannery Row for 1 hour tours at 2:00 or 3:00)
1:30: Whale watching tour with marine scientist. Meet at Monterey wharf--details follow.

Please reserve a hotel room by April 15:
Holiday Inn Express
195 Kern St., Salinas, CA 93901
831-737-1180

Reserve by April 15 for a rate of $99.00 per night (+taxes) for either a standard king or standard 2 queens. (Mention “Steinbeck Festival 16 ” for discounted rates.) Conference guests can upgrade to king suite for an additional $10.00, a 2 queen suite for an additional $20.00.
anquet, Songs from Cannery Row and surprise evening event, TBA

Contact:
Marci Bracco Cain
Chatterbox PR
Salinas, CA 93901
(831) 747-7455
http://www.steinbeck.org

Custom Tissue Collections and RNA Sample Preparation are Accessible at Creative Bioarray

New York-Creative Bioarray announced its official running of custom tissue collection services on the first day of this month, a start point to be a more comprehensive cell and tissue bank supplier in USA with international trade ability and also a sign of expansion in the RNA sample supply.

Shirley, NY, March 03, 2016 - New York-Creative Bioarray announced its official running of custom tissue collection services on the first day of this month, a start point to be a more comprehensive cell and tissue bank supplier in USA with international trade ability and also a sign of expansion in the RNA sample supply.

RNA samples of human (normal and diseased), rat, monkey, and many other species even plant tissues are available at Creative Bioarray. With the expansion by providing custom products according to needs, the tissue variety will increase and meet almost every requirement from clients. As the current needs reflected by markets human tissue banks will be an significant part to be improved.

“To be custom oriented will be the trend for Creative Bioarray and other companies in this field. Providing what they need with considerate services during the process to assist the application of the products and gain the best result should be the altitude of service provider, in this way client can really benefit from the products not only a single substance. That’s the culture of Creative Bioarray and all expansion will comply with this rule.” said Helen Shaw, the director of R&D department of the company.

The tailored tissue collection and RNA sample providing services will boost Creative Bioarray to a higher level in the field, a closer step to a big supplier for cell and RAN banks applied for biologic array and analysis. With about ten years experience in offering cells, RNA samples, tissues, Creative Bioarray was set to provide high quality of products with reasonable prices, and with all aspects is getting more mature, the aim will be achieved with better performance.

About Creative Bioarray
Creative Bioarray mainly provides cells, tissue banks, tissue array, RNA samples, probes, and related services. With ten year’s development and growth in the area, Creative Bioarray is capable of offering reliable products and services, and now it’s on the way to be a platform that more custom needs can be met. For more information, please visit its website.

Contact at 5166698109, contact@creative-bioarray.com, http://www.creative-bioarray.com

Contact:
Creative Bioarray
45-1 Ramsey Road
Shirley, NY 11967
5166698109
contact@creative-bioarray.com
http://www.creative-bioarray.com