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		<title>Mulberg and Associates are the Eastside Business of the Day!</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 07 Feb 2012 16:17:53 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Joe "The Connector" Kennedy</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Awards]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Bothell]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[Eastside]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Mulberg and Associates are the Eastside Business of the Day! Here is some good information about them from their company profile page: Our firm provides outstanding service to our clients because of our dedication to the three underlying principles of professionalism, responsiveness and quality. Professionalism Our firm is one of the leading firms in the...]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignleft" title="Mulberg and Associates" src="http://cp3.cpasitesolutions.com/~mulbergc/images/MULBERGlogo02.png" alt="" width="179" height="100" /><a href="http://www.mulbergcpa.com" target="_blank">Mulberg and Associates</a> are the Eastside Business of the Day!</p>
<p>Here is some good information about them from their <a href="http://www.mulbergcpa.com/firmprofile.php" target="_blank">company profile page</a>:</p>
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<p>Our firm provides outstanding service to our clients because of our dedication to the three underlying principles of professionalism, responsiveness and quality.<span id="more-3288"></span></p>
<h3>Professionalism</h3>
<p>Our firm is one of the leading firms in the area. By combining our expertise, experience and the energy of our staff, each client receives close personal and professional attention.</p>
<p>Our high standards, service and specialized staff spell the difference between our outstanding performance, and other firms. We make sure that every client is served by the expertise of our whole firm.</p>
<h3>Responsiveness</h3>
<p>Our firm is responsive. Companies who choose our firm rely on competent advice and fast, accurate personnel. We provide total financial services to individuals, large and small businesses and other agencies.</p>
<p>To see a listing of our services, please take a moment and look at our services page. Because we get new business from the people who know us best, client referrals have fueled our growth in the recent years.</p>
<p>Through hard work, we have earned the respect of the business and financial communities. This respect illustrates our diverse talents, dedication and ability to respond quickly.</p>
<h3>Quality</h3>
<p>An accounting firm is known for the quality of its service. Our firm&#8217;s reputation reflects the high standards we demand of ourselves.</p>
<p>Our primary goal as a trusted advisor is to be available to provide insightful advice to enable our clients to make informed financial decisions. We do not accept anything less from ourselves and this is what we deliver to you.</p>
<p>We feel it is extremely important to continually professionally educate ourselves to improve our technical expertise, financial knowledge and service to our clients.</p>
<p>Our high service quality and &#8220;raving fan&#8221; clients are the result of our commitment to excellence.</p>
<p>We will answer all of your questions, as they impact both your tax and financial situations. We welcome you to contact us anytime.</p>
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<div id="Footer"><center>Mulberg and Associates, PLLC<br />
3350 Monte Villa Parkway Suite 220<br />
Bothell, WA, 98021<br />
<strong>Phone: (206)922-2409</strong><br />
<a title="" href="mailto:chuck@mulbergcpa.com">chuck@mulbergcpa.com</a></center></div>
<p>Here is their listing from the Eastside Business Directory:</p>
<p><a href="http://www.mulbergcpa.com/" target="_blank">Mulberg and Associates PLLC</a></p>
<div>We are your outsourced accounting department. In addition to your traditional accounting department needs of bookkeeping, payroll, tax preparations, cash flow management, budgets and forecasting, we also assist you with adding value to your business with profit improvement through the use of dashboards, key performance indicators (KPIs) and other tools. We also provide business consulting and tax planning &amp; preparation.</div>
<div>3350 Monte Villa Pkwy, Ste 220<br />
Bothell, WA 98021</div>
<div>206-922-2409<br />
<a href="mailto:chuck@mulbergcpa.com">chuck@mulbergcpa.com</a></div>
<div><a href="http://www.mulbergcpa.com/" target="_blank">www.mulbergcpa.com</a></div>
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		<title>8 Ways to Gain Time in Your Day and Do Things Faster</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 07 Feb 2012 15:14:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Joe "The Connector" Kennedy</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Business]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Columns]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Elizbeth Bowman]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Innovati]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Innovatively Organized]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[By Elizabeth Bowman, Innovatively Organized Are you constantly in a balancing act juggling activities, tasks, and events each day?  Do you ever get to the end of your day and wonder where all the time went? Having good time management skills will not only lower your stress level, but also impress your clients, co-workers, and...]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>By Elizabeth Bowman, Innovatively Organized</p>
<p>Are you constantly in a balancing act juggling activities, tasks, and events each day?  Do you ever get to the end of your day and wonder where all the time went? Having good time management skills will not only lower your stress level, but also impress your clients, co-workers, and boss.</p>
<p>Here are 8 ways to make sure you make the most of your precious time:<span id="more-3279"></span></p>
<p>1. Start your day by spending 15 minutes planning your to-do list.  A to-do list serves as a reference that allows you to stay on task, so you spend more time getting things done instead of trying to recall what you need to do.</p>
<p>2. Organize your business cards and make it easy to reach out and follow up with your contacts.  Implement a <a href="http://www.innovativelyorganized.com/blog/2011/09/01/thought-what-is-crm">CRM tool</a> if you don’t have one yet and it will be even easier to keep track of important details and reminders connected to your contacts.</p>
<p>3. Follow the “2 minute rule.”  If you have a task that can be accomplished in 2 minutes or less (like answering an email or paying a bill), do it right away, rather than put it off for later.</p>
<p>4. Create an <a href="http://www.innovativelyorganized.com/organizing-checklists">efficient workspace</a> to ensure you can find what you need when you need it.  If items you use often are within easy reach, it will cut down on the time you spend walking back and forth to retrieve supplies.  <a href="http://bellevuebusinessjournal.com/2012/01/25/5-reasons-keep-your-desk-clear-of-clutter/">Keep your desk clear of clutter</a> because having a desk free of clutter means less time spent sifting through piles and searching for items.</p>
<p>5. Schedule blocks of time to return phone calls, read, and respond to emails, and be available to your co-workers. Investing the time to respond and interact allows you to be proactive with your time, rather than reactive and constantly interrupted.</p>
<p>6. Make the most of apps.  Think about a challenge or situation that leads to a loss of your productive time.  If you spend a great deal of your time on the road, consider a <a href="http://www.innovativelyorganized.com/blog/2011/08/20/checklist-must-haves-in-your-car">traffic</a> app that will help you avoid back-ups and delays.  Does trying to remember passwords take up your time?  Use a <a href="http://www.innovativelyorganized.com/blog/2009/07/02/online-password-keeper">password manager</a> app. With a little research you’ll find, “there’s an <a href="http://www.innovativelyorganized.com/organizing-checklists">app for that</a>.”</p>
<p>7. Manage your <a href="http://www.innovativelyorganized.com/event/2012/02/social-media-how-to-plan-ahead-and-use-your-time-wisely-webinar">social media</a> efficiently by using apps like Hootsuite or Tweetdeck to provide an easy dashboard-like view of your social media conversations throughout the day.  Tools like these enable quick management of your various accounts from a single source.  You will be amazed by how much time you save now that you won’t have to log into six different sites each day to see your messages, news, etc.</p>
<p>8. When possible, delegate tasks or responsibilities that someone else can handle. We can’t always do it all ourselves, so when you need to, ask for assistance.</p>
<p>&#8212;&#8211;<br />
<em>For more tips on managing your time during the day and being more productive, download Innovatively Organized’s </em><a href="http://www.innovativelyorganized.com/store/books-and-downloads/"><em>Time Management webinar</em></a><em> or attend an upcoming webinar on Feb 2, 2012 called “</em><a href="http://www.innovativelyorganized.com/seminars" target="_blank"><em>Time Management 201: Gaining Control of Your Workflow</em></a><em>”.</p>
<p>To read more tips from Innovatively Organized and organizing and productivity expert, Elizabeth Bowman, check out the </em><a href="http://www.innovativelyorganized.com/blog" target="_blank"><em>Innovatively Organized blog</em></a><em>, where new tips and tricks are posted regularly.  Innovatively Organized is a Seattle-based organizing and productivity firm that provides effective organizing solutions for busy professionals, teams, and families to better manage their time, increase productivity, and gain control of their spaces. You can contact Elizabeth Bowman via email at </em><a href="mailto:elizabeth@innovativelyorganized.com"><em>elizabeth@innovativelyorganized.com</em></a><em>, twitter at @iOrganized or visit her website at </em><a href="file:///C:/Users/Mary/Dropbox/Marketing/Media%20(Press%20Kit,%20Radio,%20Print,%20etc)/Web/Bellevue%20Business%20Journal/www.InnovativelyOrganized.com"><em>www.InnovativelyOrganized.com</em></a><em>.</em></p>
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		<title>Child United is the Eastside Non-Profit of the Day!</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 07 Feb 2012 15:11:39 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Joe "The Connector" Kennedy</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Awards]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Child United is the Eastside Non-Profit of the Day! Child United is an international relief organization dedicated to the empowerment of children through education. At times of desperate need, Child United supports families in devastation and helps with disaster relief operations. Their Mission is to empower the poorest children in the developing world, with the vision thatempowering a child will lead...]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://childunited.com/" target="_blank"><img class="alignleft" title="Child United logo" src="http://childunited.files.wordpress.com/2009/06/worldpress_770x200.jpg" alt="" width="770" height="200" />Child United</a> is the Eastside Non-Profit of the Day!</p>
<div>Child United is an international relief organization dedicated to the empowerment of children through education.</div>
<div>At times of desperate need, Child United supports families in devastation and helps with disaster relief operations.</div>
<p>Their Mission is to empower the poorest children in the developing world, with the vision thatempowering a child will lead them, their family and eventually their community&#8230; out of poverty.</p>
<p>Here is their listing from the Eastside Business Directory:</p>
<p><a href="http://www.childunited.org/" target="_blank"><br />
Child United</a></p>
<div>Seattle, WA</div>
<div>
<a href="mailto:childunited@childunited.org">childunited@childunited.org</a></div>
<div><a href="http://www.childunited.org/" target="_blank">www.childunited.org</a></div>
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<div><a href="http://www.facebook.com/childunited" target="_blank">&#8216;Like&#8217; Child United on Facebook</a></div>
<div><a href="https://twitter.com/#!/childunited" target="_blank">Follow Child United on Twitter</a></div>
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		<title>Do You Use QR Codes or Text?</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2012 18:52:43 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Joe "The Connector" Kennedy</dc:creator>
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		<category><![CDATA[Winning]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[IF you were looking to buy a home and saw a sign on a house in a neighborhood you liked, would you: 1) Call the number on the sign 2) Text to the number on the sign rider 3) Scan the QR Code on the sign rider 4) Drive on by]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>IF you were looking to buy a home and saw a sign on a house in a neighborhood you liked, would you:</p>
<p>1) Call the number on the sign</p>
<p>2) <a href="http://textretriever.com" target="_blank">Text to the number</a> on the sign rider</p>
<p>3) Scan the QR Code on the sign rider</p>
<p>4) Drive on by</p>
<p><a href="http://bellevuebusinessjournal.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/qr-code-ebd.png"><img class="size-full wp-image-3269 alignleft" title="qr code ebd" src="http://bellevuebusinessjournal.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/qr-code-ebd.png" alt="" width="100" height="100" /></a></p>
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		<title>Brilliance Entreprises is the Eastside Business of the Day!</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2012 17:56:19 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Joe "The Connector" Kennedy</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Awards]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Business]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[Eastside Business Directory]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Entrepreneurs]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Good News]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[King County]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[Brilliance Enterprises]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Brilliance Enterprises Brilliance Enterprises is the Eastside Business of the Day! Brilliance Enterprises is the company that started it all.  With a vision to change the culture of business so that people could be their authentic selves in business cultures that supported long term growth and sustainability, BE was created by Lindsay Andreotti and Brian...]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.brillianceenterprises.com/" target="_blank"><br />
Brilliance Enterprises</a></p>
<div><a href="http://www.brillianceenterprises.com/" target="_blank"><img class="alignright" title="Brilliance Enterprises logo" src="http://www.brillianceenterprises.com/sites/brillianceenterprises.com/files/logo.png" alt="" width="170" height="170" />Brilliance Enterprises</a> is the Eastside Business of the Day!</div>
<div></div>
<div>
<p>Brilliance Enterprises is the company that started it all.  With a vision to change the culture of business so that people could be their authentic selves in business cultures that supported long term growth and sustainability, BE was created by Lindsay Andreotti and Brian Hilgendorf in 2004 as a consulting firm focused on fast-growth, merging, and changing companies.  Our team has created tools, processes, and philosophies that are innovative, life, and business changing for the teams we work with.</p>
<p>The founders of BE are focused on growing BEING and Brilliance Ventures in 2011, and continue to do speaking engagements, teaching, and consulting for businesses who want to truly transform their culture, merge two cultures, or create processes that are more profitable and people-friendly.  For more information on connecting with Brian and Lindsay for speaking, please contact <a href="mailto:lindsay@brillianceenterprises.com">lindsay@brillianceenterprises.com</a>.</p>
<p>To see some of the tools in action that have been developed by Brilliance Enterprises, <a href="http://www.brillianceenterprises.com/sites/brillianceenterprises.com/files/brilliance-products-services.pdf" target="_blank">download their ebook here</a>.</p>
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<div></div>
<div>Here is their listing from the Eastside Business Directory at BellevueBusinessJournal.com:</div>
<div></div>
<div>Consulting and mentoring for start up Entrepreneurs.</div>
<div>2607 Western Ave., Suite 903<br />
Seattle, WA 98121</div>
<div>206.679.7923<br />
<a href="mailto:lindsay@brillianceenterprises.com">lindsay@brillianceenterprises.com</a></div>
<div><a href="http://www.brillianceenterprises.com/" target="_blank">www.brillianceenterprises.com</a></div>
<div></div>
<div>If your company would like to be included in the <a href="http://bellevuebusinessjournal.com/business-directory/" target="_blank">Eastside Business Directory</a> and be eligible to be named Eastside Business of the Day at BellevueBusinessJournal.com, <a href="http://bellevuebusinessjournal.com/submit-business-listing/" target="_blank">sign up for the Eastside Business Directory</a>.</div>
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		<title>Mercer Island Farmers Market is the Eastside Non-Profit of the Day</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2012 17:45:20 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Joe "The Connector" Kennedy</dc:creator>
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		<category><![CDATA[Food]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Mercer Island Farmers Market is the Eastside Non-Profit of the Day.  They are currently on break during the off-season and their website is being totally redesigned, but in the meantime, you can purchase farm fresh fruits and vegetables and other groceries at Your Local Market in Bellevue. Here is their listing from the Eastside Business...]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignleft" title="MI Farmers Market logo" src="http://mercerislandblogger.files.wordpress.com/2010/05/mercer-island-farmers-market.jpg?w=500" alt="" width="200" height="178" />Mercer Island Farmers Market is the Eastside Non-Profit of the Day.  They are currently on break during the off-season and their website is being totally redesigned, but in the meantime, you can <a href="http://www.yourlocalmarket.com/" target="_blank">purchase farm fresh fruits and vegetables and other groceries at Your Local Market in Bellevue</a>.</p>
<p>Here is their listing from the Eastside Business Directory at BellevueBusinessJournal.com:</p>
<p><a href="http://www.mifarmersmarket.org/" target="_blank">Mercer Island Farmers Market</a></p>
<div>Mercer Island Farmers Market provides local fresh healthy fruits, vegetables, hearty greens, prepared local foods from WA farms. Passionate about our environment and health of people, we offer weekly education events at our Sunday Market. Location Mercerdal ParkrnHours of Operation: Sundays, 11am to 3pm</div>
<div>PO Box 71<br />
Mercer Island, WA 98040</div>
<div>(206) 235-1185<br />
<a href="mailto:info@mifarmermarket.com">info@mifarmermarket.com</a></div>
<div><a href="http://www.mifarmersmarket.org/" target="_blank">www.mifarmersmarket.org</a></div>
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		<title>Northwest Robotics Team Higher Voltage FIRST  Robotics Team Receives Sponsorship Support from jcpenney</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2012 18:00:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Joe "The Connector" Kennedy</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[FIRST team # 3968 at Northwest Robotics is one of 900 high school teams being sponsored this year by jcpenney. FIRST(For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) is a not-for-profit organization founded by Dean Kamen to inspire young people’s interest and participation in science and technology by engaging students in innovative robotics competitions. Higher...]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.usfirst.org/" target="_blank"><em>FIRST</em></a> team # 3968 at Northwest Robotics is one of 900 high school teams being sponsored this year by jcpenney. <a href="http://bellevuebusinessjournal.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/FIRST.jpg"><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-3249" title="FIRST" src="http://bellevuebusinessjournal.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/FIRST.jpg" alt="" width="140" height="129" /></a><em><a href="http://www.usfirst.org/">FIRST</a></em>(For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) is a not-for-profit organization founded by <a href="http://usfirst.org/aboutus/content.aspx?id=48">Dean Kamen</a> to inspire young people’s interest and participation in science and technology by engaging students in innovative robotics competitions. Higher Voltage is a Rookie team that will spend six intense weeks designing and building an original robot for the <em>FIRST</em> Regional Competition scheduled for March 21 &#8211; 24 inSeattle.<span id="more-3248"></span></p>
<p>“Having our students involved in <em>FIRST </em>is not just about increasing educational opportunities in science and technology; but instilling well-rounded life capabilities such as self-confidence, communication and leadership,” said Koji Yugawa, lead mentor. “jcpenney’s sponsorship represents a commitment to building the future leaders of tomorrow by making youth participation in <em>FIRST </em>possible.”</p>
<p>jcpenney’s sponsorship of 900 <em>FIRST</em> teams this season reinforces the company’s philanthropic goal to introduce <em>FIRST</em> to more schools and communities throughout theU.S. and encourage greater participation among minority and female students. jcpenney’s legacy of working with national youth organizations through its signature charity, jcpenney afterschool, helps make it possible for more students to become involved in life-enriching learning opportunities during the after school hours.</p>
<p>Schools, communities and government acknowledge the need to improve the country’s global economic competitiveness by increasing aptitudes in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) among America’s youth. Studies show that <em>FIRST </em>students are three times more likely to major in engineering in college, 10 times as likely to have an apprenticeship their freshman year, more than twice as likely to pursue a science or technology career, and nearly four times as likely to pursue a career in engineering.</p>
<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">About <em>FIRST</em></span></strong><strong><em></em></strong></p>
<p>Accomplished inventor <a href="http://www.usfirst.org/aboutus/content.aspx?id=48">Dean Kamen</a> founded <a href="http://www.usfirst.org/"><em>FIRST</em></a><em> </em>(For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) in 1989 to inspire an appreciation of science and technology in young people. Based in Manchester, N.H., <em>FIRST </em>designs accessible, innovative programs to build self-confidence, knowledge, and life skills while motivating young people to pursue opportunities in science, technology, and engineering. With support from three out of every five Fortune 500 companies and more than $14 million in college scholarships, the not-for-profit organization hosts the <a href="http://www.usfirst.org/roboticsprograms/frc/default.aspx?id=966"><em>FIRST </em>Robotics Competition</a> (FRC) and <a href="http://www.usfirst.org/roboticsprograms/ftc/default.aspx?id=968"><em>FIRST </em>Tech Challenge</a> (FTC) for high-school students, <a href="http://www.usfirst.org/roboticsprograms/fll/default.aspx?id=970"><em>FIRST </em>LEGO League</a> (FLL) for 9 to 14-year-olds, (9 to 16-year-olds outside the U.S. and Canada) and <a href="http://www.usfirst.org/roboticsprograms/jfll/default.aspx?id=818">Junior <em>FIRST </em>LEGO League</a> (Jr.FLL™) for 6 to 9-year-olds. Gracious Professionalism<sup>™</sup> is a way of doing things that encourages high-quality work, emphasizes the value of others, and respects individuals and the community. To learn more about <em>FIRST</em>, go to <a href="http://www.usfirst.org/">www.usfirst.org</a>.</p>
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		<title>Eastside Grocery Store Holds Monthly Benefits for Local Non-Profits &#8211; Friday Fest at Your Local Market on February 10th to Benefit Camp Korey</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:15:57 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Joe "The Connector" Kennedy</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Each month, Your Local Market creates a community event to benefit local groups in need.  This month Your Local Market invites the community to a fundraiser to benefit Camp Korey, a local charity that provides services to families dealing with childhood illnesses. Your Local Market expects to raise over $10,000 for the camp. The benefit,...]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://bellevuebusinessjournal.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/Your-Local-Market-logo.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-3245" title="Your Local Market logo" src="http://bellevuebusinessjournal.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/Your-Local-Market-logo.jpg" alt="" width="222" height="133" /></a>Each month, Your Local Market creates a community event to benefit local groups in need.  This month Your Local Market invites the community to a fundraiser to benefit <a href="http://www.campkorey.org" target="_blank">Camp Korey</a>, a local charity that provides services to families dealing with childhood illnesses. Your Local Market expects to raise over $10,000 for the camp.</p>
<p>The benefit, FridayFest, will take place on February 10<sup>th</sup> from 5pm-8:00pm. Each month they transform the market into a shopping party by turning up the music and providing free Wine, Beer, and Food Tastings throughout the market. There will be a silent auction and door prizes, with items and services generously donated by local businesses. Your Local Market will donate 10% of Friday’s online and in-store sales. In addition, a local donor, who wishes to remain anonymous, has generously offered to match funds.<span id="more-3244"></span></p>
<p>Camp Korey, located in Carnation, Wash., offers services for families dealing with childhood life-altering and life-threatening illnesses. The camp provides hospital outreach services, summer camps, family weekends, youth programs, athletic programs, and more. Because the camp serves thousands of children and families each year free of charge, they rely on the generosity of the community.</p>
<p>Jason Brown, owner and founder of Your Local Market, expressed his appreciation for Camp Korey, saying “Camp Korey provides essential services for families dealing with childhood illnesses. They’re an important part of our community and I want Your Local Market to put our heart and money back into our local community. Your Local Market is honored to support Camp Korey.”</p>
<p>Your Local Market invites you to join them in giving back to the community by shopping at Your Local Market on Friday, and joining them for FridayFest. Valet parking provided.</p>
<p><strong>About </strong><strong>Your Local Market</strong></p>
<p>Your Local Market brings you the best of local, organic, and natural products alongside the mainstream brands you trust. Your Local Market makes it easy for you to do all of your shopping in one place without having to shop a specialty store for your organics and a conventional store for your staples or guilty pleasures. Your Local Market is conveniently located in downtown Bellevue and, in addition to in-store shopping, offers online shopping for curbside pick-up or home delivery. To learn more, visit <a href="http://www.yourlocalmarket.com/">www.YourLocalMarket.com</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>About Camp Korey</strong></p>
<p>Established in 2005, Camp Korey is a place for kids with serious and life-altering medical conditions to come and forget about limitations, try new things, and reclaim a lost sense of childhood &#8211; all at no cost to their families. Camp Korey reaches thousands of campers and families through medically sound, adaptive programs designed to foster creativity, camaraderie and empowerment. For more information please visit <a href="http://www.campkorey.org/" target="_blank">www.campkorey.org</a>.</p>
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		<title>Mark Stern and the Stern Financial Group Are the Eastside Business of the Day!</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2012 18:17:35 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Joe "The Connector" Kennedy</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Mark Stern and the Stern Financial Group Are the Eastside Business of the Day! Here is their listing from the Eastside Business Directory at BellevueBusinessJournal.com: Stern Financial Group 1323 117th Dr SE Lake Stevens, WA 98258 206-261-7872 mark@sternfinancialgroup.com www.SternFinancialGroup.com (this is a secure clients-only site) so give Mark a call!]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://bellevuebusinessjournal.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/Marksternprofpicture.jpg"><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-3238" title="Marksternprofpicture" src="http://bellevuebusinessjournal.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/Marksternprofpicture.jpg" alt="" width="183" height="183" /></a>Mark Stern and the Stern Financial Group Are the Eastside Business of the Day!</p>
<p>Here is their listing from the Eastside Business Directory at BellevueBusinessJournal.com:</p>
<p><a href="http://www.sternfinancialgroup.com/" target="_blank">Stern Financial Group</a></p>
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<div>1323 117th Dr SE<br />
Lake Stevens, WA 98258</div>
<div>206-261-7872<br />
<a href="mailto:mark@sternfinancialgroup.com">mark@sternfinancialgroup.com</a></div>
<div><a href="http://www.sternfinancialgroup.com/" target="_blank">www.SternFinancialGroup.com</a> (this is a secure clients-only site) so give Mark a call!</div>
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		<title>Mercer Island Visual Arts League and Arts Gallery is the Eastside Non-Profit of the Day</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2012 18:12:20 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Joe "The Connector" Kennedy</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Mercer Island Arts League and Arts Gallery is the Eastside Non-Profit of the Day! &#160; MIVAL was the inspiration of a handful of local artists in 1961. At that time they agreed to form a network of local artists to meet regularly to discuss art, show and sell their artwork, and to provide art...]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://bellevuebusinessjournal.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/MIVAL.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-3235" title="MIVAL" src="http://bellevuebusinessjournal.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/MIVAL-300x109.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="109" /></a>The Mercer Island Arts League and Arts Gallery is the Eastside Non-Profit of the Day!</p>
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<p>MIVAL was the inspiration of a handful of local artists in 1961. At that time they agreed to form a network of local artists to meet regularly to discuss art, show and sell their artwork, and to provide art demonstrations to members. For fifty years, MIVAL has continued to provide inspiration and support to numerous artists in our community.<span id="more-3234"></span></p>
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<p>We have painters, fiber artists, photographers, as well as artists who work in glass, jewelry, ceramics, encaustic media and film. We hold regular meetings and exhibit our work at over ten venues in our community.</p>
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<p>In 2009, MIVAL opened a gallery in the spirit of a cooperative. Each member takes part in the support and management of the gallery. Membership is open to all members of the larger MIVAL organization. All MIVAL members have opportunities to show their work at the gallery as well as other venues on Mercer Island.</p>
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<p><strong>Join us for gallery receptions on the first Friday of the month from 5 – 8 pm and see our CALL FOR ENTRIES page for open calls for upcoming art shows.</strong></p>
<p>Here is their listing from the Eastside Business Directory at BellevueBusinessJournal.com:</p>
<p><a href="http://www.mival.org/" target="_blank"><br />
Mercer Island Visual Arts League and Arts Gallery</a></p>
<div>Cooperative non profit art gallery supporting emerging local artists. Unique, creative, inspiring art. Gallery transformed every month with new exhibits and shows. rnMIVAL welcomes all artists to join and gather</div>
<div>2836 78th Ave SE<br />
Mercer Island, WA 98040</div>
<div>206-619-6276<br />
<a href="mailto:mivalgallery@gmail.com">mivalgallery@gmail.com</a></div>
<div><a href="http://www.mival.org/" target="_blank">www.mival.org</a></div>
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