May
2
There's a new Scion in Town!
May 2, 2008 | Comments Off
Start looking for the new Gainesville4sale.com Scion around town. If you spot it stop by and get free stuff. We have pens, note pads, bumper stickers, and more. We would love to hear your success stories, and you might even see a blog about it here. If you don't see me, leave a business card or a name and e-mail address and we will contact you to send you some Gainesville4sale.com swag.
May
2
17 Minutes of Silence . . .
May 2, 2008 | Comments Off
Discover how loud 17 minutes of silence can be.
Why 17 minutes? There are 1,000 seconds in 17 minutes. 1,000 represents the estimated number of homeless children in Marion County Schools. And those 1,000 students represent thousands of other children living at or below the poverty line – many in less than desirable living conditions. Every week hundreds of students enjoy their last meal on Friday during lunch at school. They will not know the taste of their next meal until the free breakfast served at their school the following Monday morning.
Take a stand for these children by becoming one of 1,000 neighbors who will represent each child in need by standing in silence for 17 minutes on the Downtown Square at 2 p.m. on May 18th. Participants will receive a t-shirt to help raise awareness in our community. Bring nothing. Not even your wallet. There will be no speeches. 17 minutes is all it takes.
Visit www.restoreocala.org for more details and to sign up to be a part of the demonstration.
Apr
30
Help Wanted: Certain Danger, Possible Honor
April 30, 2008 | Comments Off
Looking for a tip on how to write better employment classifieds? Start with a compelling story. Here's a classified ad placed in 1913 by Ernest Shackleton: "Men wanted for hazardous journey. Low wages, bitter cold, long hours of complete darkness. Safe return doubtful. Honour and recognition in event of success." Shackleton's ad produced 5,000 applications for his South Pole expedition.
Apr
28
Boost Your Business Online . . .
April 28, 2008 | Comments Off
Would you like to learn why smart businesses are turning to local Internet advertising? There's never been a better time. USA4SALE Networks is now offering a free sample of an exclusive client newsletter with tips and techniques to improve your online advertising. And for new clients, there's also a $100 credit toward business classifieds. Click here for details.
Apr
24
Cleaner Safer Classifieds
April 24, 2008 | Comments Off
I recently posted an ad for someone's rental on our site. While on the phone with him, I mentioned our scammer alert and the typical scam received when advertising a rental. Well it didn't take long for our newest advertiser to receive his first scam message. Grateful for my warning, he quickly forwarded the message to me. Then another. And another. Where were they coming from? You'll never believe what I found.
Ours wasn't the only site he had posted the ad. Since this was the very first time using our classifieds, he had also posted the ad on a competitor's website. Sure enough, the next message confirmed it. "I saw your ad on such and such…" Our classified system had blocked spurious messages that others had allowed to pass through.
Thanks for choosing the safer classifieds.
Apr
24
Donate to Orlando Union Rescue Mission
April 24, 2008 | Comments Off
If there's one thing I learned this tax season, it's that I need all the tax breaks I can get. If that's true for you, too, the easiest way realize those breaks is to be more charitable. Why not consider donating clean, serviceable clothing, furniture, appliances and household items to the Orlando Union Rescue Mission. Or go for the gusto and support them financially by donating online. Since 1972, the Mission has been bringing the hungry, hurting, and homeless a new life, new goals, and a new future. Click for their website.
Apr
18
3rd Annual Home Expo
April 18, 2008 | Comments Off
This Saturday April 26th from 10am to 3pm at CFCC's Klein Center, the Ocala Business Leaders announce their 3rd Annual Home Expo. Attend informative seminars, sample gourmet food, and visit over 60 exhibits. Door prizes and a Caribbean Cruise Grand Prize will be given away at the event. Click for more info.
Apr
18
Builder Open House Starts Today
April 18, 2008 | Comments Off
Bennett Construction Services will host an open house event from April 19th - May 3rd. Visit their Award Winning Model “The Olivia - Caribbean Style” in Magnolia Manor. Register to Win a $200 Gift Card from Home Depot or Lowe’s (winner’s choice). See their website for more details.
Apr
18
Go Bonkerz Tonight
April 18, 2008 | Comments Off
Tonight April 18th and Saturday 19th see Peter Hefty and Justin (The Discovery Channel) at Bonkerz Comedy Club. I have a pair of tickets to give away. Two drink minimum. Call me at 352-629-1663 x 2110. You must pick up by 5pm. Doors open at 7pm.
Apr
18
Reach for the Sky!
April 18, 2008 | Comments Off
April 19 & 20. Wild West Fest - Shoot out at the OK Corral. 10am-5pm at Rennigers Market 20651 Hwy 441, Mt Dora. Take a trip back in time with Wyatt Earp, Doc Holiday, and your favorite heroes and villains from Tombstone. See a wild west shootout and bank robbery. Enjoy great music and the Talako Indian Dancers. Laugh at the Cowboy Comedy Show. Kids can pan for gold and go on wagon rides and pony rides. Adults $8, 12 & under $5.