http://www.send2press.com/newswire/ Business, Entertainment and Technology News Sat, 11 Feb 2012 15:19:40 GMT http://neotrope.com 60 en-us 144 31 http://www.send2press.com/newswire/index.shtml http://www.send2press.com/XML/send2press-rss.gif http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2011-11-1115-007.shtml Tue, 15 Nov 2011 19:34:06 GMT Real Estate Business Melbourne Florida Send2Press Newswire http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2011-11-1115-007.shtml United Country Real Estate MELBOURNE, Fla., Nov. 15, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Myers Jackson of United Country Certified Real Estate and Auction, in Cooperation with Bobbie Bockman, D.Basile Real Estate, LLC of Brevard County will offer 47+/- Acres of Melbourne Florida Property in Viera Boulevard Commerce Park at Live Auction On-Site, Tuesday, Nov. 29 at 11 a.m.

(*CORRECTED: the release issued Nov. 15 originally stated event would be Nov. 30 at 11 a.m., and the correct date was supposed to be Nov. 29.)

The 47+/- Acres of South Brevard County, Melbourne Florida Property is zoned Commercial located in Viera Boulevard Commerce Park on Viera Blvd, Melbourne, Florida. Real Estate is offered as a whole or divided in 6 Tracts with sizes ranging from 2.5-11+ Acres. Melbourne, FL Properties are in Major Commerce Area with great possibilities, excellent growth patterns in this part of Florida's East Coast. Located in South Brevard County in the Viera market but without the expensive Community Development District (CDD) taxes. Viera Boulevard is well located and extends from US Highway 1 over I-95 into West Viera. An area of explosive growth; real estate is ideal for wide variety of uses close to retail, and large residential communities. Melbourne Florida Property is zoned for industrial or commercial use. Near all major amenities including schools, shopping, multiple golf courses, the Avenues Mall, a proposed medical complex and distributors. Good location with convenient access to all major roadways.

Viera Boulevard Commerce Park, a 104 acre fully developed and platted commerce park has only 47 acres remaining for sale. Viera Boulevard is the entranceway to the New Town of Viera, a 36,000-acre Planned Unit Development; just a short distance from the Melbourne, Florida property for sale at auction. Third Quarter 2011 Median home prices in Brevard increased 17.7% over 2010 third quarter; supporting a vital commercial and retail community.

"Florida Real Estate will always he a healthy investment, with the population increases of the last decade and the certain increase of new residents in the future Florida land will always be desirable... expect a higher demand for Real Estate given that other financial markets are very volatile at this time." says Myers Jackson a Florida Real Estate Broker and Auctioneer

Visit http://CertifiedLandAuction.com for company information and visit our Auction Calendar to access Division Plat Maps, and to view additional properties offered in our 2011 Auction Series. For Additional Information contact Myers Jackson, Auctioneer 800-711-9175. Certified Real Estate and Auction AB2845-AU2726-10% Buyers Premium. Bobbie Bockman, REALTOR/Broker of D.Basile Real Estate, LLC, 444 S Babock St., Melbourne, Florida 32901, (ph) 321-543-1065.

About United Country:
United Country Real Estate is the largest fully integrated network of conventional and auction real estate professionals in the United States. The company has been an innovator in real estate marketing since 1925. United Country supports nearly 600 offices across the U.S., Costa Rica, Panama and resort areas of Mexico, with a unique, comprehensive marketing program that includes one of the largest portfolios of property marketing websites (more than 3,000 separate sites and traffic of approximately 3 million visitors per month), multiple United Country real estate catalogs with national distribution, an extensive buyer database and national advertising of local properties that reaches more than 90 million homes per week. United Country has recently been recognized by AllBusiness.com, The Land Report, Entrepreneur and The Wall Street Journal as one of the top U.S. real estate companies.

For additional information contact:
Myers Jackson (800) 711-9175
Info@UCCRE.com .

NEWS SOURCE: United Country Real Estate
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TAGS: United Country Real Estate, Auction and Online Auctions, Send2Press. ]]> http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2011-09-0908-001.shtml Thu, 08 Sep 2011 17:55:47 GMT Music NonProfit Asheville North Carolina Send2Press Newswire http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2011-09-0908-001.shtml The Bob Moog Foundation ASHEVILLE, N.C. and CARLSBAD, Calif., Sept. 8, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Bob Moog Foundation and the Museum of Making Music are delighted to announce the joint auction of a Moog Little Phatty Stage II® synthesizer signed by jazz fusion legends Herbie Hancock and George Duke. The auction, which benefits both organizations, will be hosted on the Bob Moog Foundation eBay portal at http://stores.ebay.com/bobmoogfoundation from Sept. 8 to Sept. 18, 2011.

George Duke signed the back of the synthesizer after his November performance at the exhibit with the inscription "Keep Playing" and his signature. Herbie Hancock signed the iconic curved side panel of the instrument. Duke and Hancock are both considered synthesizer pioneers, making heavy use of the innovative Moog instruments in the 1970s and 1980s.

The Little Phatty® synthesizer was donated to the two organizations by Moog Music, Inc. pursuant to their joint exhibit, Waves of Inspiration: The Legacy of Moog, which was on display at the Museum of Making Music until April 2010. The Bob Moog Foundation and the Museum of Making Music both convey inspiration from music, history, and innovation, and will share proceeds from the auction.

"The Moog story is an important element of our museum," said Carolyn Grant, executive director of the Museum of Making Music. "In fact, a quote by Bob Moog is prominently displayed in our interactive gallery: 'Music instruments have always, from the very beginning of human history, used the most advanced technology of their time.'"

"In our work at the Bob Moog Foundation, we ignite the innovative and creative spirit," said Michelle Moog-Koussa, executive director of the Bob Moog Foundation. "This auction, through the incredible instrument, groundbreaking artists, and wonderful collaborative partnership with the Museum of Making Music, encapsulates various facets of Bob Moog's legacy. We are proud of this collaboration and grateful to all who have participated."

The Little Phatty Stage II is a monophonic analog synthesizer manufactured by Moog Music since 2006. It puts the performer in control of 100% analog signal path, two Voltage Controlled Oscillators and the Voltage Controlled Filter. Other versatile features include external audio input, CV and KB gate input, full MIDI controller, MIDI over USB, MIDI Clock Sync, an arpeggiator and Tap Tempo. The Little Phatty Stage II brings true analog synthesis to contemporary performance and production, making it modern music powerhouse.

George Duke is a highly acclaimed keyboardist, synthesist, and vocalist who has enjoyed a prolific career as an R&B, funk, jazz, and rock musician and as an accomplished composer and producer. He has worked with an array of including: Jean-Luc Ponty, Frank Zappa, Stanley Clarke, Billy Cobham, Dianne Reeves, George Clinton, Anita Baker, Miles Davis, Denise Williams, Jeffery Osborne, Regina Belle and others.

Herbie Hancock is an award winning pianist, bandleader, and composer who is considered to be a true icon of modern music. Throughout his decades-long career, he has transcended limitations and genres while still maintaining his unique, unmistakable voice. Herbie's success at expanding the possibilities of musical thought has placed him in the annals of this century's visionaries. He is the winner of 14 Grammy® Awards.

The Bob Moog Foundation honors the legacy of synthesizer pioneer Bob Moog through its mission of igniting the innovative and creativity spirit through the intersection of music, history, science, and innovation. Its projects include the Dr. Bob's SoundSchool, which brings electronic musical instruments into the schools to teach children science through music; the Archive Preservation Initiative, an effort to preserve and protect the inventor's extensive and historical archive; and the future Moogseum, an innovative educational, historical, and cultural facility that will bring Bob Moog's spirit alive through interactive, experiential exhibits (www.moogfoundation.org).

The Museum of Making Music, a division of the NAMM Foundation, has become a cultural destination with interactive and educational programs and exhibits since opening to the public in 2000. The Museum showcases the evolution of musical instruments from the late 19th century to present day in five galleries, and regularly hosts intimate concerts and hands-on workshops to introduce the public to the history of American music products. Its recent half-million dollar renovation encourages hands-on music making through state-of-the-art interactive displays and highlights music making around the world. The Museum of Making Music is located at NAMM's international headquarters in Carlsbad, Calif. (www.MuseumofMakingMusic.org).

- Photos available on the Bob Moog Foundation's Flickr account: http://www.flickr.com/photos/thebobmoogfoundation/ .

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TAGS: The Bob Moog Foundation, Auction and Online Auctions, Send2Press. ]]> http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2011-08-0810-001.shtml Wed, 10 Aug 2011 08:57:11 GMT Entertainment Events Bellvue Colorado Send2Press Newswire http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2011-08-0810-001.shtml Richard Schmid Fine Art Auction BELLVUE, Colo., Aug. 10, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Art lovers from all over the West will gather in a picturesque mountain valley outside Fort Collins, Colorado on Labor Day Sunday. They're coming in hopes of acquiring original art from over 100 well-known artists that will be auctioned off to the highest bidder under the "Big Top" at the 16th Annual Richard Schmid Fine Art Auction on Sunday, September 4, 2011 (www.RichardSchmidAuction.com).

Over the years the auction has grown from a community affair into a major event in the art world. Last year hundreds of bidders packed the auction tent and took home art that ranged in price from under $1,000 to nearly $40,000.

Have a sharp eye for art? You just might discover an up-and-coming superstar in the silent auction, which features over 80 pieces with opening bids as low as $250. This year the silent auction is introducing an exciting "Buy Now" option that gives patrons an opportunity to scoop up their favorite piece without having to anxiously watch the bid sheet until the close of the auction.

Proceeds from the auction support both the artists and the Rist Canyon Volunteer Fire Department. This year that support means more than ever. In early April, the Crystal Fire, the most devastating and costly fire in Larimer County history, destroyed 13 homes and over 3,000 acres of forest. The profits from this auction directly support the all-volunteer fire department and the safety of the canyon communities it protects, which are spread over more than 100 square miles west of Fort Collins.

You won't want to miss the opening minutes of the live auction. The first painting to go under the gavel will be local artist Lori Forest's powerful painting "In the Dead of Night," which captures the view from her home in Redstone Canyon of what experts have called a catastrophic, once-in-a-lifetime "Perfect Storm" of a wildfire.

Founding artist Richard Schmid wanted to do something extra this year to help, so he has contributed an unprecedented three works for this auction."My art has become a more powerful tool for good than I ever imagined," says Schmid. "It gives me great joy to use my talents to help others." His daughter, artist Molly Schmid, who already has quite a following of her own, is also featured in the auction.

Since its humble beginnings in 1996, over 1,250 pieces of fine original art have been auctioned for a total of more than $1.7 million. View the artwork, meet the artists, and pre-register to bid on the auction's Web site: http://www.RichardSchmidAuction.com .

The art preview and silent auction opens at 10:00 a.m.; the live auction gets underway promptly at 1:00 p.m. While waiting for the live auction to begin, visitors can enjoy a wide variety of attractions at the Rist Canyon Mountain Festival (also organized by the Rist Canyon Volunteer Fire Dept.), including a huge book sale, craft market, live entertainment and plenty of food. Admission to both the festival and art auctions is free.

About Rist Canyon Volunteer Fire Department:
Established in the 1970s, Rist Canyon Volunteer Fire Department serves canyon residents west of Fort Collins, Colorado. RCVFD receives no mandated tax support; they are entirely supported by donations. www.RCVFD.org (PO Box 2, Bellvue, CO 80512).

- Image Caption: Richard Schmid's oil painting "Adele in our Garden" will be auctioned Sept 4, 2011.

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TAGS: Richard Schmid Fine Art Auction, Fine Art and Artists, Send2Press. ]]> http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2011-05-0505-006.shtml Thu, 05 May 2011 21:05:42 GMT Real Estate Construction Amarillo Texas Send2Press Newswire http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2011-05-0505-006.shtml United Country - Alliance Auction and Realty
"We believe that the multi-parcel auction event is one of the best ways to bring commercial land to the public. This format allows qualified bidders the opportunity to purchase a single commercial lot, a combination of the lots or the property in its entirety, and determine current fair market values through the bidding process," said auctioneer, Brent Graves.

The Lewisville land auction portfolio includes more than 17 acres of commercial land, divided into parcels ranging in size from just over 11 acres to just under 1 acre. The properties are located on the southwest side of I-35 East, surrounded by multi-family developments, retail properties, hotels, golf course, theatres, restaurants and a variety of other commercial properties within the Vista Ridge area. Through the multi-property format, bidders are able to bid their price on any individual tract or any combination of tracts. A map of available tracts can be found at www.AllianceAuctioneers.com .

The tracts are as follows:
Tract 1 - 11.2 +/- acres (487,854 sq. ft.), includes Timber Creek frontage and small, picturesque pond. Access to the tract is from Storage Court.
Tract 2 - 1.431 +/- acres (62,348 sq. ft.), includes I-35 frontage with access from Storage Court.
Tract 3 - 2.43 +/- acres (105,848 sq. ft.), includes Timber Creek frontage with Storage Court access.
Tract 4 - 1.306 +/- acres (56,875 sq. ft.), includes Timber Creek frontage with Storage Court access.
Tract 5 - .988 +/- acres (43,026 sq. ft.), includes I-35 frontage with access from Storage Court.

The Lewisville land auction will be held May 26 at 2 p.m. at the Lewisville Convention Center located at 2701 Lake Vista Drive in Lewisville, Texas. An informational meeting will take place on May 10 at 7 p.m. at the Lewisville Convention Center. Property details, photos and terms and conditions can be found at www.AllianceAuctioneers.com. United Country - Alliance Auction & Realty can be contacted at 877-271-7891 for additional information or property previews.

About United Country:
United Country Real Estate is the largest fully integrated network of conventional and auction real estate professionals in the United States. Based in Kansas City, Mo., the company has been an innovator in real estate marketing since 1925. United Country supports nearly 600 offices across the U.S., Costa Rica, Panama and the resort areas of Mexico, with a unique, comprehensive marketing program that includes one of the largest portfolios of property marketing web sites (more than 1,400 separate sites), seven proprietary real estate catalogs with a cumulative distribution of 1.5 million readers, an extensive, current buyer database and national advertising of properties that reaches more than 90 million homes per week. United Country has recently been recognized by AllBusiness . com, The Land Report, Entrepreneur and The Wall Street Journal as one of the top U.S. real estate companies.

NEWS SOURCE: United Country - Alliance Auction and Realty
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TAGS: United Country - Alliance Auction and Realty, Auction and Online Auctions, Send2Press. ]]> http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2011-03-0316-001.shtml Wed, 16 Mar 2011 10:59:16 GMT Entertainment Music Washington District of Columbia Send2Press Newswire http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2011-03-0316-001.shtml OASA Records, LLC WASHINGTON, D.C., March 16 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- OASA Records announced this week its silent auction of a live and rare rehearsal tape, never heard before, featuring Aretha Franklin and the late Van McCoy singing a tune titled, "I Was Made for You, You Were Made for Me."

"McCoy, who gave the world the memorable tune, 'The Hustle,' gave me this rare recording, made approximately 30 years ago at his mansion in Englewood Cliffs, N.J.," says Tony Whitfield of OASA Records. This is a must have for any 70's music collection."

"I Was Made for You, You Were Made for Me," was officially recorded by Atlantic Records in 1979, and can be found on the Queen of Soul's "La Diva" album.

In this initial rehearsal recording, the late McCoy plays the Fender Rhodes keyboard. This unique body of work is authentic and unaltered, originally recorded on a MEMOREX MRX3 Oxide 90-minute cassette tape.

As a package deal, the highest bidder will receive the original MEMOREX cassette tape; a professionally-recorded transfer of the song on CD; and the 1979 Atlantic Records recorded LP version of Franklin and McCoy singing, "I Was Made for You, You Were made for Me," with a live studio orchestra. The last bid was $1.8 Million.

It's important to note that no information was lost during restoration transfer from the MEMOREX MRX3 Oxide 90-minute cassette tape to CD.

To learn more about the silent auction and to listen to a 29-second sound bite of the recording, visit: http://www.fieldrecordsoundbite.com .

For more information, or to place a bid, e-mail: oasa-recordsa@excite.com .

No celebrity endorsement claimed or implied.

- Photo Caption 1: The highest bidder receives these three items.
- Photo Caption 2: The Queen of Soul's "La Diva" album (Atlantic Records).

NEWS SOURCE: OASA Records, LLC
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TAGS: OASA Records, LLC, Auction and Online Auctions, Send2Press. ]]> http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2011-01-0106-003.shtml Thu, 06 Jan 2011 21:54:23 GMT Manufacturing Business Lodi California Send2Press Newswire http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2011-01-0106-003.shtml West Auctions, Inc. LODI, Calif., Jan. 6 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- West Auctions, a commercial and industrial auction company, announces the bankruptcy auction of Excel Storage Products to take place on January 19, 2011. Interested bidders may register to bid from now until 9:00 a.m. PST that same day.

This is a court-ordered sale of assets from Excel Storage Products, one of the largest industrial rack manufacturers in the United States for more than 41 years. The company has filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy protection and its facilities will now be sold to the highest bidder(s) at auction.

"We are primarily looking for enterprise buyers who may wish to take over these manufacturing facilities and put people back to work producing high quality roll-formed racks and structural systems," says Daniel West, vice president of West Auctions.

This bankruptcy sale includes facilities in four cities: Lodi, California; East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania; Cadiz, Ohio; and Brookings, South Dakota.

About West Auctions:
West Auctions is a full-service auction and appraisal company that assists financial institutions, companies and insolvency professionals with all aspects of asset management. It specializes in commercial and industrial property and real estate, with comprehensive services that cover everything from asset recovery and valuation to private treaty negotiations and auction sales.

For more information, visit: www.westauction.com - or call: 800-499-WEST (9378).

For more information contact:
Daniel West, West Auctions, Inc., 800-499-9378,
Daniel@westauction.com .

NEWS SOURCE: West Auctions, Inc.
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TAGS: West Auctions, Inc., Auction and Online Auctions, Send2Press. ]]> http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2010-11-1123-001.shtml Tue, 23 Nov 2010 06:59:02 GMT Internet Business Atlanta Georgia Send2Press Newswire http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2010-11-1123-001.shtml ZebraDingo LLC ATLANTA, Ga., Nov. 23 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- At ZebraDingo LLC (www.ZebraDingo.com) you can purchase an iPod or iPad for $25? Or how about the new Xbox for $10? These are the kinds of deals that have made penny auctions such a hot offering. Bidders pay a small fee that enables them to bid on typically expensive items - raising the price by only a penny each time and often winning items for a tiny fraction of their original cost. Unfortunately, many penny auction sites are now the purview of professional bidders and site owners who sell only highly specialized items. Often, sites have a policy of no returns and poor customer service.

ZebraDingo is changing all that with a new penny auction site based on a unique proposition - an auction site designed so that everybody has an equal chance to participate. Billed by its founders as "the penny auction site for the rest of us," ZebraDingo.com features electronics, housewares, children's toys and games, computers and accessories.

"Anyone who has ever won anything in a penny auction knows how much fun they are - and how phenomenal the savings can be," says Jason Goldman, Co-Founder of ZebraDingo. "Too many penny auctions sell what the site's owners want to sell, to people who are professional bidders. ZebraDingo is just the opposite."

ZebraDingo features:
- A NO QUESTIONS ASKED RETURN POLICY.
- Rapid shipping within two (2) business days of payment.
- Special "rookie auctions" for bidders who have never won an auction previously on ZebraDingo. Typically limited to items costing $100.00 or less, these special events introduce new users to penny auctions in a safe protected environment, without competition from more experienced bidders.

ZebraDingo is also introducing a special program for customers who sign up before the end of the year. Anyone who bids on an item before then will receive bonus coupons and exclusive deals throughout the coming year.

"ZebraDingo is as much a community as it is a selling site," adds Roger Scott, the other Co-Founder of ZebraDingo. "Our customers help select which types of items are placed for auction. We also support charity auctions for fundraisers - anything from local football booster programs to national organizations who need to boost attention as well as revenues."

"The penny auction concept isn't new," explains Scott. "But the idea of a customer-oriented, service-driven penny auction site is. It's a win-win for everyone involved."

About ZebraDingo:
Founded by experienced IT and mail order professionals with a solid background in international sales, manufacturing and distribution, ZebraDingo is currently available and offering goods for auction. For more information on ZebraDingo, its fundraising programs or to begin bidding, please visit the auction site at www.zebradingo.com .

NEWS SOURCE: ZebraDingo LLC
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TAGS: ZebraDingo LLC, Auction and Online Auctions, Send2Press. ]]> http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2009-09-0929-006.shtml Tue, 29 Sep 2009 19:04:31 GMT Auto and Motorsports Send2Press Newswire http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2009-09-0929-006.shtml Momentum Transport HOUSTON, Texas, Sept. 29 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- G&G Vintage and Classic Cars commissions Momentum Transport to move 239 classic vehicles to the Leake Auto Auction for an unnamed private collector. The auction - presented in joint partnership by Leake Auto Auction of Tulsa and Coys of London - showcased an incredible collection of classic Aston Martins, Bentleys, Ferraris, Rolls Royces, Jaguars, Lamborghinis, and classic street rods. This collection was said to be one of the "most significant" group of European collector cars offered in Texas.

A total of 381 vehicles were auctioned at the Reliant Center; 239 of these belonging to a private collector. Momentum's ability to coordinate the transport of these timeless vehicles ensured that the auction was a complete success.

"It was an overwhelming honor to have G&G Vintage entrust Momentum with the transport of this rare collection of classic vehicles to the Leake Auction," said Greg Giles, CEO of Momentum Transport. "We look forward to working with them again in the future."

Momentum made news recently as the 2009 BBB Winner of Distinction, as well as receiving an "A+" rating from the Better Business Bureau.

Since 1996, Momentum Transport has been the nation's premier provider of auto and freight shipping services. Momentum's goal to provide value-priced, hassle-free transport services has helped to vault the company to one of the largest and most well respected car shipping providers in the country.

From multi-national corporations and dealerships to the everyday consumer, Momentum Transport assists in the movement of thousands of vehicles and loads of freight on a yearly basis - while never compromising its commitment to unmatched quality and seamless customer service.

MORE INFORMATION:
For additional information, call 1-866-309-7700 or log on to www.momentumtransport.com - or for interviews and/or images, contact Mark Howard, Momentum Transport, +1-713-264-8125, mhoward@momentumtransport.com.

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TAGS: Momentum Transport, Auto and Motorsports, Send2Press. ]]> http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2009-08-0827-006.shtml Thu, 27 Aug 2009 19:44:16 GMT Pop Culture and Cool Stuff Send2Press Newswire http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2009-08-0827-006.shtml Starlight Children's Foundation LOS ANGELES, Calif., Aug. 27 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Starlight Children's Foundation is currently auctioning off a VIP package for two lucky individuals to walk the red carpet and see popular television celebrities up close at this year's All-Star Emmy® Award Show. Anyone can bid on two tickets to the Emmy Award Show on Sunday, Sept. 20 at the Nokia Theater in the heart of the exciting downtown complex LA Live and know that all of the proceeds will benefit Starlight's seriously ill children and their family members.

Thanks to the generosity of HBO, the winning bidders will be able to keep the party going into the night at HBO's exclusive, invitation-only, star-studded party following the Emmy Awards. Held at the Pacific Design Center in West Hollywood, HBO's Emmy after-party is notorious for being filled with A-list celebrities. The party will get started after the Emmys around 9 p.m. with dinner, dancing and some serious people-watching.

The auction is live now and will end on the evening of Sept. 2. Anyone can place their bid now to rub elbows with some of today's biggest television stars at: www.ebay.com/starlight.

About Starlight Children's Foundation

When a child or teenager has a serious medical condition, everyone in the family is affected. For 25 years, Starlight Children's Foundation has been dedicated to helping seriously ill children and their families cope with their pain, fear and isolation through entertainment, education and family activities. Starlight's programs have been proven to distract children from their pain, help them better understand and manage their illnesses, and connect families facing similar challenges so that no one feels alone.

Through a network of chapters and offices, Starlight provides ongoing support to children, parents and siblings in all U.S. states and Canadian provinces with an array of outpatient, hospital-based and Web offerings. Programs are also delivered internationally through affiliates in Australia, Japan and the United Kingdom.

To learn more visit www.starlight.org.

Costs associated with the dissemination of this news announcement have been donated to Starlight Children's Foundation by Neotrope(R), and Send2Press(R) Newswire.

NEWS SOURCE: Starlight Children's Foundation
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TAGS: Starlight Children's Foundation, Pop Culture and Cool Stuff, Send2Press. ]]> http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2009-04-0428-003.shtml Tue, 28 Apr 2009 16:32:22 GMT Auction and Online Auctions Send2Press Newswire http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2009-04-0428-003.shtml West Auctions, LLC
Now a little piece of that victory is up on the auction block. In a testament to the far reach of the recession, former Bulls guard and assistant coach to the Sacramento Kings, Randy Brown, has declared bankruptcy, and his three championship rings will be for sale to the highest bidder via online auction at WestAuction.com.

The Chicago Bulls of the mid '90s has been considered one of the best teams ever to set foot on a court, and Brown's role - both as guard and as a team player - was integral. Brown, who made a name for himself in Sacramento as a solid and hard-working assistant coach to the Kings, was well liked by players and fans alike. His focus and ability to help players get the most out of their training was a mainstay during the team's recent trouble and instability.

Yet these hard financial times have impacted everyone, and Brown is no exception. "It's a tough situation," says Dennis West, of West Auctions, the company charged with auctioning the rings. "Randy seems like a really good guy, and he was a great player. However, these are tough times for a lot of people from a variety of backgrounds. People are making difficult financial decisions, and for some that means bankruptcy." With bankruptcy rates rising rapidly across the nation, you can expect many more auctions in the future.

Brown's three championship rings are expected to hit the auction block at WestAuction.com on May 19. The bid will start at $19,000 - a bargain in the world of sports collectables.

For more information visit www.westauction.com.

*(Photo Link 72dpi: www.WestAuction.com/user_images/7245844.jpg )
*(Photo Caption: Chicago Bulls NBA Championship Rings.)

NEWS SOURCE: West Auctions, LLC
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