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Ryan Lochte recreates Nirvana's 'Nevermind' cover for ESPN The Magazine
No ladies, unfortunately Ryan Lochte isn't naked like the baby on the original 'Nevermind' album cover from Nirvana. But we're sure you'll like Lochte's edition just fine.
Lochte will be featured in the upcoming music issue of ESPN The Magazine, which is paying homage to iconic album covers.
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Senate Bill Seeks To Allow Local Income Taxes Without Referenda
According to The Derecho, state Sen. Walter Stosch is at it again, this time with SB 1313. This bill would remove the requirement for those localities permitted to institute local income taxes to put such measures to a referendum of the voters. (And here we thought Del. Dave Albo's local food and bevereage sales tax bill without referenda was bad.)
Adds the City of Portsmouth to the list of localities authorized to impose a local income tax to generate revenue to be used for transportation purposes. The bill also removes the requirement that the local income tax be approved by a referendum and repeals the five-year sunset on the local income tax.
So, which counties and cities are subject to this?
Arlington, Fairfax, Loudoun, and Prince William, and the Cities of Alexandria, Fairfax, Falls Church, Manassas, Manassas Park, Norfolk, Portsmouth, and Virginia Beach
Here's how the vote went in the Senate Finance Committee:
01/31/13 Senate: Reported from Finance (8-Y 5-N)
YEAS–Stosch, Howell, Saslaw, Hanger, Watkins, Lucas, Ruff, Wagner–8.
NAYS–Colgan, Marsh, Newman, McDougle, Carrico–5.
Hang on to your wallets, people!!!
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So I guess this means it will be scheduled for a floor vote soon, then onto the house. Is there a sister bill in the house we should be aware of?
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Vic's Frying Pan Surprise
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Shooting Stars is a celebrity based panel quiz show hosted by Vic Reeves and Bob Mortimer. Vic gets things off to a lively start as he helps Bob to clear out the 'mind spaniels' with a frying pan and bicycle pump.
Available since: Mon 24 May 2010
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- Lenny Henry
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First broadcast: 23 Sep 2009
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Sinevibes updates Diffusion synthesizer to v1.3.2
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Sinevibes has updated its Diffusion Audio Unit synthesizer plugin to v1.3.2.
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- Improved oscillator detune slider design.
- Improved step on/off switch design.
- Re-calibrated switch smoothing to prevent sound leakage between steps.
- Re-calibrated waveform/model switch smoothing for more precise, click-free operation.
- Fixed even/odd beat shades not updating with pattern rate change.
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I am thrilled to report that Tim Duggan Books (Tim Duggan's eponymous new imprint at Crown) will publish my third novel, The Book of Esther, likely sometime in the spring of 2016! Tim is a remarkable editor; I feel so fortunate to be able to work with him on this project. More news as it becomes available.
Thank you to my family, and to the many friends, colleagues, and readers who have supported and encouraged me as this book has followed its path to completion. I am beyond grateful, and can't wait to show you what I've been up to.
How the Town Harlot Got Her Name
Back in 2006, I had the honor of participating in an auction to benefit the First Amendment Project. Authors auctioned off the right to name characters in their writing to support the good work of protecting freedom of speech. At the time, I was writing a novel set in 1930s Berlin, so I asked for a German name. But the person who won my auction said she'd be thrilled to have a character named after her, and her name was Irish. So I asked if she'd be willing to wait for an opportunity to arise.
That person is Quinn Heraty, a partner in her own firm specializing in entertainment law. (I was thrilled as all get-out to discover that she works with John Hall, who is also a lawyer, but known to me as a poet; back in the day he was the genius behind the spoken-word band King Missile.) And the fictional Quinn Heraty now stars as kind of the town harlot in "The Once and Future Capital." (Don't worry, I asked Ms. Heraty before I used her name for that purpose. She was game. Because she's cool!) I am thrilled that I finally got to honor our peculiar little contract. Hooray for free speech, and for cool people, and for fiction's mysterious alchemy.
When you read the story, send some mental thanks her way! To me, the name seems just right for the character: interesting, unexpected. The story wouldn't be the same without it.
"The Once and Future Capital" in The Massachusetts Review!
The Summer issue of the Massachusetts Review
I have a new story, "The Once and Future Capital," in the new issue of The Massachusetts Review. I couldn't be more excited! It's about Kingston. Please go read it!
The Satirical Bumper Sticker Manufactory
(There are Yves Gundron bumper stickers, too.)
Not long ago, we were driving down my father's road—winding, unpaved, only a few houses on it—when we saw a parked car with a magnetic decal on the side. Usually, such decals advertise local businesses, but this one was promoting a novel. As I continued to drive, Tom took out his hand-dandy Internet device and we looked up the book, which turned out to be . . . possibly a little kooky? It promised to reveal truths about the universe (it sounded a little Secret-esque); and the few sentences we read were gummed up with adverbs. But we felt fundamental kinship with the driver of that car (an author? An author's friend? Either way). And thought we'd like to do something similar—if a little more tongue-in-cheek.
So we are happy to present The Hopkins and Barton Emporium. At present it features one Brookland bumper sticker, another for Yves Gundron, one that kind of sums up our position on the sorry state of political dialogue in this country, and another reminding people not to text and drive. (Since they're for cars, and it's such an important safety issue.) Wanna head over and buy one? We'd be tickled. And maybe we'll think up some kind of contest soon and give a few out as prizes.
We're selling our beautiful house in Kingston, NY!
In order to take my current wonderful job as the Elizabeth Drew Professor at Smith College, we moved to Northampton, MA. As a result, we're selling our beautiful house in the Hudson Valley. If you teach at Bard, Vassar, Marist, SUNY New Paltz, or UCC; or if you work in Albany or NYC and could make an easy commute (by bus, train, or easy access to the Interstate); or if you're a writer, artist, or other person who works at home, it would be a great house for you. (Before it was our house, it belonged to the beloved Jewish children's book author Simms Taback, who won the Caldecott while living there.) We also think it would make a fabulous weekend house for New Yorkers who'd like the appurtenances of a country house (lots of space, quiet, a deep, beautiful yard) while retaining the perks of living in a town (such as being able to walk to a great farmers' market, organic coffee, an incredible butcher, and the best bar at which it has ever been my pleasure to drink a cocktail). The house is a three-bedroom, 1.5-bath on a quiet, friendly block. We put in an all-new kitchen, replaced the floors on the first story, and just upgraded it to a high-efficiency natural gas furnace. And we're offering it at a break-even price because we don't live there anymore.
If you like the sound of it, take a peek at this flattering write-up on Upstater and at the official listing (the MLS # is 20141289). If you can pass this information on to anyone who might be looking, we'll be grateful!
A new story, out soon in the Massachusetts Review!
I'm very excited to have a new story, "The Once and Future Capital," forthcoming in the Summer 2014 issue of The Massachusetts Review. Details TK!
Do you need some advice on finding an agent or applying for an MFA?
I'm flattered that in the past few months I've been inundated with requests for advice about such topics as finding an agent or publisher and when/why/how to apply for an MFA. The advice section of this website features concise, practical thinking on these topics. (And can tell you how—and how not—to request a letter of reference.) I hope it can be of service to my students, former students, readers, and friends. If there's a topic I haven't yet addressed that you'd like to see an article on, please message me on my Facebook page. I'll try to get a response up quickly!
A hypothetical prize for BROOKLAND
Many thanks to Erica Wagner, who chose to write about Brookland in this article for the Folio Prize's website about books that people would have liked to see win the prize. What a kind mention—it's an honor to be a hypothetical Folio Prize winner!
Hello, Smith
I'm delighted to announce that I've been named the Elizabeth Drew Professor at Smith College from 2013 to 2015. This is a real honor—Prof. Drew served as Sylvia Plath's thesis adviser, and the chair has been held by some remarkable writers in the past. (My favorite? Kurt Vonnegut.) So, hello Pioneer Valley. I'll look forward to seeing you this fall.
YVES GUNDRON is an eBook!
The Testament of Yves Gundron is at long last available as an eBook! So if you haven't yet read it and would like to do so on your Kindle, Kobo, Nook, or iPad, it's waiting for you at Amazon.com or via the iBooks app on your iPad or iPhone. You can also still get it in paperback, if you prefer to do your reading the old-fashioned way. Would it be ironic to read this novel about the complexities of blindly pursuing progress on a snazzy piece of technology? Maybe. But I'd like to think that the widespread adoption of these miraculous gadgets makes this book more relevant than ever. I hope you'll enjoy it.
A few people have asked if Brookland is also available as an eBook. Mais bien sûr! This link will get you to the Kindle edition, and you can also download it via iBooks for your Apple device. Thanks for asking!


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Video of the day: Dog chats on Skype
As Valentine's Day approaches, long-distance couples across the country are taking to Skype to profess their devotions in video chat. But who says the couples have to be human? These pooches also feel the grief of being far away from their loved one - and are so cute showing it!
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Ted Siefer's City Hall: School board on the defensive over Cupcake-gate
As the Union Leader first reported on Wednesday, the Coordination Committee has signed off on a school policy that would limit birthday and holiday parties to one per month. There could be more parties, but only so long as "nutrition standards for healthy snacks are followed." Now blow out the candles on your tofu!
All of this perhaps raises the question: Doesn't the school board have more important things (last pun) on its plate? After all, in just a month or so the district will be without a superintendent - and an assistant superintendent. (Michael Tursi announced last week he'll be taking a superintendent job elsewhere.)
But readers had pointed things to say about the board's priorities in the comment section of the cupcake article at UnionLeader.com, where, to be sure, comments tend to skew in a critical direction.
He noted that the revised sweets policy was proposed by the district's nutritionist to comply with federal regulations, and he rattled off a list of school board accomplishments, including the technology bond and shortening the school year. He also defended the superintendent search, which was extended after the board rejected the three finalists interviewed in March.
Remember how the school board, in response to the revelation that it was on track to overspend its legal budget by more than $200,000, voted to try to hire an in-house attorney for the district rather than rely on outside firms?
"We started to find that educational law is a very broad field," Ward 8 board member Erika Connors told her colleagues on Monday. "When looking at one person with expertise in all these areas, that person does not have a clerk, which will be an additional cost. We think it will be a very difficult process."
The board approved the motion, but not before Mayor Ted Gatsas tried to pin down a price range.
Gatsas was skeptical.
"I can see someone at the back looking at me like that's not going to work," said Gatsas, referring to one of the attorneys in the gallery who was waiting to discuss the latest legal matter facing the district in non-public session.
Here's a potential bit of good news. District officials, at the suggestion of Gatsas, are looking into the possibility of using up to $1.4 million in surplus federal grant money to hire more teachers next year.
The response of Superintendent Thomas Brennan and DeFrancis was that it was worth a shot.
Ward 9 school board member Art Beaudry took a little time at last week's meeting to give a shout out to the mayor and the aldermen for voting, at long last, to finalize the $2.8 million technology bond.
To which Gatsas quipped, "Does that include email?"
Beaudry, as is well known by his colleagues and probably quite a few of his constituents, doesn't "do email."
"I don't like sitting in front of a computer. I return phone calls within 24 hours. Calling is better than returning a bunch of emails," he said.
But he insisted he was proud of the work of his committee. "Whatever job I have to do, I do what has to be done, and I pride myself on my work ethic."
Ted Siefer may be reached at email@example.com. Follow him on Twitter @tbsreporter
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Merchandise Show a valuable, significant tool for PGA Professionals
Along with showcasing all the latest golf equipment, fashion and accessories, the 2010 PGA merchandise Show in Orlando is tailored to help PGA Professionals build a blueprint for success in challenging economic times.
By Roger Graves, Senior Writer, PGA Magazine
More than a year ago, the pga of America introduced a road map for navigating the challenging economy to PGA members. Called "Your PGA Blueprint for the Changing World," the proactive program provided a compass to help PGA Professionals survive and thrive in a recessionary climate by assisting in career and professional enhancement, facility management, growing the game, cultivating customers, and identifying new revenue streams through creative merchandising, instruction and tournament programs.
Now, The PGA is teaming with PGA Golf Exhibitions, the Association of Golf Merchandisers (AGM) and industry leaders to bring that blueprint for success to PGA Professionals and the entire golf industry during the 2010 PGA Merchandise Show, Jan. 27–30 in Orlando, Fla.
The 57th PGA Merchandise Show will hold true to tradition by uniting nearly 1,000 exhibitors with almost 40,000 PGA Professionals, industry leaders and golf luminaries from 75 countries over 1 million square feet of exhibition space at the Orange County Convention Center. But as the golf industry lays the groundwork for the 2010 business cycle and a new decade of innovation, the spotlight will focus squarely on that "Blueprint for Success" and strategies to accelerate the transition from recession to recovery in golf.
Increasing Value to Employers
Embracing the theme of "Pro to Pro Sharing to Earn, Learn and Grow the Game," the 2010 PGA Merchandise Show will focus on helping PGA Professionals increase their value to employers while enhancing their careers. Through 65-plus Education Conference seminars conducted by PGA, AGM and industry professionals, PGA members have a golden opportunity to complete and execute their "PGA Blueprint" while networking with industry insiders from a veritable Who's Who of golf manufacturers and marketers at the Orange County Convention Center on Jan. 28–30 after the traditional Outdoor Demo Day tees off the Show on Jan. 27 at the Orange County National Golf Center and Lodge.
"The PGA Merchandise Show is always educational and provides a perfect platform to network with others and discuss trends in the golf industry," says PGA President Jim Remy. "But the 2010 PGA Merchandise Show has been specifically designed to help PGA Professionals increase their value and put together a blueprint to guide us through the economic challenges that face us all.
"As PGA Professionals, we are uniquely positioned to play a leadership role and make a difference in operations at our facilities by finding new ways to generate revenues and manage expenses. That is the focus of the 2010 PGA Merchandise Show -- helping PGA Professionals become more efficient and productive in today's economy."
Outdoor Demo Day Tees Off Show
The 2010 PGA Merchandise Show begins four days of Pro to Pro Sharing, Earning, Learning and Growing the Game with the world's largest Outdoor Demo Day at Orange County National Golf Center and Lodge on Wednesday, Jan. 27. More than 90 golf companies will introduce their latest products, providing PGA Professionals with a unique try-before-you-buy opportunity on the 42-acre Orange County National practice facility. The Outdoor Demo Day is reserved for PGA Professionals and media from 9 a.m.–noon on Jan. 27, while invited key retailers are invited to join the event from noon to 5 p.m.
The PGA Education Conference, which runs from 8 a.m.–12:45 p.m. on Jan. 28–30 in conjunction with the PGA Merchandise Show, has been structured to help industry professionals make themselves more valuable amid the challenging economy. PGA Professionals earn one MSR credit for each seminar they attend and can earn up to 30 MSR hours for attending various events, activities and seminars at the 2010 PGA Merchandise Show.
"I learn something new every year that I attend the Show," says PGA General Manager Chris McQuatters of Ratliff Ranch Golf Links in Odessa, Texas. "By applying what I need for my facility and my customers, I have always come back with new ideas and new things to try. The education conferences help keep me attuned to what is going on outside of my area, and helps me forecast what I need to do to stay ahead of any problems the future may hold.
"I am at a municipal facility and by applying strategies that I learned from the seminars last year, it definitely helped increase my value to the city I work for. This year's Show will allow me to gain more information on how to become a better PGA Professional in my community. The PGA Merchandise Show is a valued asset that will not only help build your career, but will help make you a better business person and PGA Professional."
Timely Education Conference seminar topics for 2010 include "Pricing -- Rounds & Lessons;" "Growing Your Business through Social Media;" "Creating Five-Star Customer Service;" "Where is the Golf Property Market Now? What is the Future?" "Retail Best Practices by the 2009 PGA Merchandisers of the Year;" "Building the Team to Deliver Bottom-Line Results;" "Market Research — Plan to Compete;" "Exhibit Your Instructional Skills With Creativity;" "Environmental Issues: A Green Initiative;" "E-Marketing: The Secret Tool of Golf Course Marketing;" "Create Programs that Fill White Spaces on Your Tee Sheet;" and many others.
"One of the most anticipated PGA Show values for attending PGA Professionals and industry executives is the content delivered during the PGA Merchandise Show Education Conference," emphasizes PGA Golf Exhibitions Group Vice President and General Manager Ed Several. "In a challenging economy, those who succeed are the professionals who learn to conduct business smarter and more efficiently.
"We have invited the most respected and experienced industry experts, as well as successful grassroots PGA Professionals, to share their strategies and best practices with us during the PGA Merchandise Show Education Conference to help everyone build that blueprint for success."
Presentations on the PGA Equipment Forum Stage
Several also explains that many presentations conducted on the PGA Equipment Forum Stage on the Show floor at the Orange County Convention Center will provide an "inside look" at the business of golf. Program topics on the PGA Equipment Forum Stage are designed to assist PGA Professionals in "Building a Blueprint for Success" through presentations on new equipment introductions, teaching best practices, merchandising ideas and contemporary issues impacting the golf industry.
"The pro to pro sharing of best practices and business ideas will be more prominent at this PGA Merchandise Show than ever before," says Several. "We want PGA Professionals to learn new ways to sell in traditional categories, but we also want PGA Professionals to discover what other PGA Professionals are doing to market and promote sales in nontraditional categories.
"We will have multiple areas set up on the Show floor for PGA Professionals to share ideas. How are PGA Professionals using social media to draw new customers to the lesson tee? How are PGA Professionals generating more rounds and more retail sales by tying a rewards program to rounds played? How are PGA Professionals at private clubs marketing memberships in this economy?
"Just when you think you've seen it all, or heard every idea, I guarantee you'll pick up some fresh ideas at the PGA Merchandise Show this year," continues Several. "We are really emphasizing the exchange of information and ideas among PGA Professionals and industry leaders."
While the 2010 PGA Merchandise Show will focus on how to increase your value as a PGA Professional, thousands of PGA members recognize the value of the Show as a one-stop opportunity to preview and test the latest equipment, network with industry insiders and fellow professionals, learn the latest merchandising and marketing techniques, negotiate special terms and place orders for 2010 and beyond with nearly 1,000 golf-specific companies, and discuss the latest trends and industry issues on a formal and informal basis.
To help PGA Professionals enhance their careers and complete their blueprints for success, a litany of free programs will be held in the PGA Member Business Center (fourth floor in the Orange County Convention Center) for PGA Professionals and apprentices. The courses, most taught by PGA Employment Consultants or by PGA staff members, include topics such as "Golf Retirement Plus -- A Key to Help You Retire," "Tools for Building a Stronger Relationship with Your Employer," "PGA Advanced Education," "Proactive PGA Professionals -- Prepare for Your Next Step," "Utilizing Your Employment Resources," "People Skills in Golf Operations: Your Edge in a Challenging Marketplace," and "Player Development Programs to Increase Rounds, Revenue and Retention." Participants earn one MSR credit per each hour of participation.
An Important 2010 Show
For many PGA Professionals, the PGA Merchandise Show takes on greater significance amid the worldwide economic downturn.
"I use the Show to find products we can sell that will provide profit without a lot of inventory expenses," says PGA Professional Kevin Beard, manager of Otter Creek Golf Club in Ankeny, Iowa. "The Show is the ideal place to find products that will sell in these tougher economic times, generally less expensive items that still appeal to the golfer. It helps our travel budget by making so many education seminars available at the Show. We feel like we can accomplish a lot of things and take care of our continuing-education requirements all in one place.
"The Show may also help others build their career by introducing them to potential employers and business acquaintances. Overall, it's a very worthwhile trip."
John Ogden, PGA head professional at Cherry Hills Country Club outside Denver, Colo., believes the PGA Merchandise Show has become a "must-attend" business convention that helps PGA Professionals plan and prepare for the season -- and decade -- ahead.
"In today's economy, it is imperative to identify the best products at the best price for my membership," says Ogden. "The PGA Merchandise Show allows you to be first in line to see all the new products, test those products, and to visit individually with those who are developing the products. This type of exposure allows you to be the expert when members start asking you about those products in your shop.
"The Show always gives me an idea of what direction the industry is headed in the next year, which is very important. Many times, I have changed direction in my business strategy for the upcoming year after attending the PGA Merchandise Show. Whether it is new products or the education seminars, you should always be looking to add to your professional knowledge."
Many Ways to Utilize the Show
Eric Williamson, PGA director of golf at Shoal Creek in Birmingham, Ala., takes advantage of all the education seminars and special events associated with the PGA Merchandise Show each year to draft a "blueprint for business" for the coming year. Williamson uses the Show for the possible recruitment of new employees, to identify new trends in the market and new business practices, to network with other PGA Professionals and industry leaders, and to exchange new ideas with his peers.
"The value of the PGA Show to me is tremendous," says Williamson. "I see the up and coming trends in the business, whether that is on the teaching side, merchandising side, or business side of the profession. The education seminars are helpful in that they paint a true model of the overall business climate and how it is changing from year to year. "I hear about challenges that other PGA Professionals have and will face, and the seminars provide answers to important questions that face us all as PGA Professionals. The Show is a wonderful place to network, build relationships with other PGA Professionals, obtain quality education ideas, and expand on relationships with vendors that you may or may not see often during the year."
Many PGA Professionals welcome reps from major golf companies at their facilities during the year, but the PGA Merchandise Show may be the only opportunity they have to meet officials from middle-tier and smaller companies while comparing products from five or six manufacturers side-by-side at the Outdoor Demo Day, the Indoor Demo Days at the Equipment Test Center on the Show floor, or during one of several clubfitting sessions scheduled by major manufacturers.
Leading Golf Companies
Despite the challenging economy, a star-studded lineup of leading golf companies will show off their products at the 2010 PGA Merchandise Show Jan. 28–30 (show hours are 8:30 a.m.–6 p.m. on Jan. 28- –29 and 8:30 a.m.–3 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 30). Callaway Golf, Ping, Titleist, Cleveland/Srixon, Antigua, SkyGolf, Bridgestone, Cutter & Buck, Polo/Ralph Lauren, Cobra and Club Car will anchor the prestigious lineup of exhibitors in 2010, while Fairway & Greene, EP Pro, Zero Restriction, Greg Norman Collection, Under Armour, Gear For Sports, Callaway Apparel, Ahead, Wilson Golf, Mizuno, Adams Golf, Imperial Headwear, Pukka Headwear, Divots Apparel, Yamaha, Peter Millar, Yonex, Byron Nelson, Bobby Jones, Jack Nicklaus, Dynamic Brands, Ben Hogan/Sport Haley, Sunice, About Golf, Full Swing, Wittek, E-Z-GO, Tail Activewear and numerous others will be touting the virtues of their 2010 and 2011 lines.
If you think the days of Show Specials are gone, think again. Craig Hunter, PGA director of golf at Sand Point Country Club in Seattle, Wash., continues to use the PGA Merchandise Show as a one-stop shopping center for soft goods, hard goods and accessories.
"I like seeing all my vendors under one roof and getting my buying done for the season, especially soft goods and accessories," says Hunter. "I go to the PGA Merchandise Show with a specific buying plan based on last year's sales. I also check out the best deals and dating companies are offering to stay competitive. There are always some specials to be found at the Show.
"The PGA Show enables me to take care of my pre-books through the end of summer, so when the season starts in the spring, I can focus on my members. The Show gives you the best selection and opportunity for smart buys. Staying up with the latest trends is very valuable to your members, and the PGA Merchandise Show is the best place to see what others are doing in the business."
The exhibitors at the Show this year will be offering hundreds of exclusive PGA Merchandise Show specials that will only be available at the Show. Many of them are listed on www.PGA Show.com, and new specials are being added daily.
Special Events at the Show
Kevin Edwards, PGA director of golf at Woodstone Country Club in Danielsville, Pa., is one of scores of PGA Professionals who have discovered the multiple benefits of attending the special events held in conjunction with the PGA Merchandise Show.
"The best thing about the Show to help build my career is all the networking possibilities. You never know who you will meet at the special events that may be a good connection down the road," observes Edwards. "I have always run into other PGA Professionals who have good ideas. I will look for products that can help me make better margins on the merchandise side, and I also look for suppliers which will help me save money with the bottom line in these economic times."
On Wednesday, Jan. 27, after attending the golf industry's largest Outdoor Demo Day during daytime hours, PGA Professionals are invited to a special sneak preview of products and services offered by prominent companies during the Association of Golf Merchandisers (AGM) Product Preview from 5:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m. in Room W330 at the Orange County Convention Center.
PGA Professionals will honor their own on Thursday, Jan. 28, during the annual PGA Awards from 5:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m. at the Linda Chapin Theater in the Orange County Convention Center. The festive evening will honor the 2009 PGA Golf Professional of the Year; the PGA Teacher of the Year; the PGA Junior Golf Leader; the Horton Smith Award recipient; the Bill Strausbaugh Award winner; the national President's Plaque recipient; First Lady of Golf; and the national PGA Merchandisers of the Year for public, private and resort courses.
"One of the great things that PGA members should attend is the PGA Awards presentation," says Ogden. "It is always very impressive to see the best of the best at the PGA Awards, and you can also learn a lot about what has made their operations and their careers so successful. It can be a very emotional and moving event. If you have not attended the PGA Awards in the past, I highly recommend it."
Another prime opportunity for networking is the "Elations Rock the Joint" industry concert at the PGA Merchandise Show presented by Elations on Friday, Jan. 29, at 6 p.m. in the Linda Chapin Theater at the Orange County Convention Center.
Kansas, one of America's most successful rock bands, will be the featured entertainment and will perform hits such as "Dust in the Wind," "Carry On Wayward Son," and "Point of Know Return." Kansas, which has eight gold albums and two triple platinum albums, recently released their latest DVD titled "There's Know Place Like Home" after the single "Carry on Wayward Son" was the No. 1 most-played track in classic rock radio in 1997.
"We're excited to bring Kansas to the PGA Merchandise Show and make a continued commitment to the sport," says Steve Tebeau of Elations, a drink supplement for golfers with glucosamine and chondroitin that contributes to healthier joints. "We are developing a strong connection with the golf community and we're thrilled about the response we have received from pros and golf enthusiasts alike. Simply put, Elations shares the common goal of playing golf longer and pain-free, and our involvement in the PGA Merchandise Show will help us communicate that message."
New Features at the 2010 Show
To help PGA Professionals build their blueprint for success, a Career Fair (booth 2173) designed to connect industry professionals with employers in the golf industry will be located on the Show floor in the Products & Services Section (booth 2273). A similar Career Fair at the PGA Fall Expo in Las Vegas in September allowed PGA members to discuss job opportunities with representatives of golf companies, resulting in the hiring of several PGA Professionals.
Course owners, employers, general managers and PGA head professionals will enjoy a new business and networking area called the Executives Club at the 2010 PGA Merchandise Show. The walled-off area will provide privacy for one-on-one or small-group meetings while promoting the exchange of ideas and best practices among Show attendees. A fully staffed concierge desk, the availability of private meeting rooms for preset appointments cultivated at the Show and access to Internet and recharging areas for laptops and mobile communications devices promise to make the new Executives Club a popular stop for doing business during Show hours.
The Indoor Demo Days at the Equipment Test Center, located adjacent to the PGA Equipment Forum, will feature 46 hitting bays, a putting green and the PGA Short Game Challenge Area to provide hands-on testing of the latest equipment at one of the country's largest indoor golf ranges.
New products and exhibitors new to the PGA Merchandise Show also will be easy to find at the 2010 Show. A "New Exhibitor Discovery Zone" located in the Products & Services Section, will feature many of the nearly 200 companies exhibiting at the Show for the first time. The New Product Center, located in front of the Products & Services Section, will showcase a variety of new, innovative products from myriad manufacturers in one place.
This story appears courtesy of PGA Magazine, the official publication of The PGA of America.


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