Waterways Cruises Invites Guests to Experience Weekly Lake Tours Showcasing the Space Needle, Mt. Rainier and Waterfront Mansions

Sweepstakes to Win Two Tickets for a Two Lakes Cruise Tour from August 18 through August 25

SEATTLE, Wash.—(August 19, 2011)— A relaxing lake cruise aboard Waterways Cruises (http://www.waterwayscruises.com) is the perfect way to see Seattle’s wonderful sights. From August 18 through August 25, visit Waterways’ Facebook page for a chance to win two tickets for a Two Lakes Cruise Tour. Winners will be drawn every day. For additional information about how to enter, visit http://www.waterwayscruises.com/pages/company/specials/contest/.
The newest Waterways’ cruise was designed with sightseeing in mind. Featuring the highlights of Lake Union and Lake Washington, the Two Lakes Cruise Tour (http://www.waterwayscruises.com/pages/public_cruises/cruise_tours/lakes_cruise_tours/ ) offers views of the iconic Space Needle, downtown skyline, floating homes on Lake Union and the University of Washington’s Husky Stadium.

Lake Washington attractions include Bill Gates’s legendary home and other grand waterfront mansions, as well as picture-postcard views of Mt. Rainier. Snacks are available for purchase. During every tour, Waterways’ captain educates and entertains guests by pointing out sites and providing facts about Seattle’s culture and rich maritime history.

Waterways Cruises also offers a variety of dining cruises to fit different schedules and budgets. For a romantic evening, the two-and-a-half-hour Sunset Dinner Cruise (http://www.waterwayscruises.com/pages/public_cruises/dining_cruises/dinner_cruises/) tenders a four-course, Northwest-inspired gourmet meal with optional cocktails and paired wine.

The best Weekend Brunch Cruise in Seattle (http://www.waterwayscruises.com/pages/public_cruises/dining_cruises/brunch_cruises/) offers an array of mouthwatering buffet selections, accompanied by Lake Washington views and the captain’s witty narration.

With its youthful, end-of-the-week vibe, the Friday afternoon Happy Hour Cruise(http://www.waterwayscruises.com/pages/public_cruises/dining_cruises/cocktail_cruises/) lets guests enjoy a lavish Chef’s Taco Bar while taking in all the sights.

Says Hilton Smith, founder and owner of Waterways Cruises, “Whether you’re a first-time tourist or a local looking for ways to entertain visiting family or friends, there’s really no better way to experience Seattle than on the water. We invite people of all ages not only to relax and view the sights in comfort, but to enjoy excellent food, outstanding service and the informative storytelling of our ships’ captains. Each cruise is an unforgettable trip.”

For more information about Waterways Cruises, visit www.waterwayscruises.com.

Waterways Cruises was founded in 1994 by Hilton Smith and grew from a small family operation into Seattle’s most upscale cruise and event company.  Originally starting with a single yacht for private charters, Waterways successfully expanded its operations to three luxurious vessels (Emerald Star, Olympic Star, and Destiny), accommodating upwards of 40,000 guests per year for weddings, corporate events, special celebrations and dining cruises.

In 2010 Waterways Cruises launched Lake Washington Dining Cruises, departing from the Southport Pier & Promenade in Renton and from the Waterways’ HomePort in Seattle.  Featuring seasonal menus, scenic cruise routes and exciting entertainment options, Lake Washington Dining Cruises brings fine dining experience and sightseeing opportunities to Lake Union and Lake Washington.

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Wine Storage Bellevue Goes All Out with Two Giveaways at Taste Washington

On March 27, Visit Wine Storage Bellevue Booth to Enter to Win Hosted Private Party for 15 or Wine Locker for a Year

Wine Storage Bellevue Tasting Room

BELLEVUE, Wash.—(March 23, 2011)— Wine Storage Bellevue (www.winestoragebellevue.com) (1614 118th Avenue SE, #200, Bellevue), which opened its doors last summer, is participating for the first time in the state’s ultimate wine and food event, Taste Washington (http://tastewashington.org), and will be splashing out on two exciting giveaways at the Grand Tasting on March 27.

Giveaway #1—Hosted Private Party for 15

· Prize:  A party for up to 15 people, to be held in Wine Storage Bellevue’s elegant, Tuscan-inspired tasting room. At 1,000 square feet, the facility is the perfect size for a gathering of thirsty oenophiles. The event will include prized wines from Sparkman Cellars (http://www.sparkmancellars.com) paired with delectable appetizers provided by El Gaucho Bellevue (http://www.elgaucho.com). Party duration is limited to 2½ hours.

· How to enter:  Drop off a business card or fill out an entry form at Wine Storage Bellevue’s booth #202, just across from Elliott’s Oyster Bar.

· When:  From 2 to 4 p.m., during the V.I.P. Tasting Event on March 27.

· Notification:  Wine Storage Bellevue will inform the winner through email and announce the winning name on their Facebook page the following week (http://www.facebook.com/winestoragebellevue). 

Giveaway #2—Free Wine Storage for One Year

· Prize:  Use of a 36-case wine storage locker for a year, the perfect place to secure a growing wine collection.  Valued at $54 per month, or $648 for the entire year.

· How to enter:  By “liking” the Wine Storage Bellevue Fan Page on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/winestoragebellevue) during Taste Washington.

· When:  From 4 to 7 p.m., during the General Admission Tasting Event on March 27.

· Notification:  Wine Storage Bellevue will announce the winner through Facebook the following week.

“For our first year participating in Taste Washington we decided to go big. It just doesn’t get any better than partnering with El Gaucho and Sparkman Cellars, and we are excited to support the Washington Wine Commission and introduce ourselves to Northwest wine enthusiasts at the same time,” says Wine Storage Bellevue co-owner Patrick Gilroy.

The Grand Tasting, held at Qwest Field Event Center, is the culmination of Taste Washington: This food and wine extravaganza begins with a two-hour V.I.P. event (2 to 4 p.m.), which is followed by three hours of tasting (4 to 7 p.m.) for general admission ticket holders. Experts from more than 200 Washington wineries will be sampling their top vintages and top chefs from 60 restaurants will dish out gourmet cuisine. V.I.P. Admission: one for $125; two for $240. General Admission: $75 per person.*

The Eastside’s premier wine storage facility, Wine Storage Bellevue ensures proper humidity- and temperature-controlled storage for wine, as well as access via a dedicated elevator. Available in sizes ranging from 14 to 200 cases, each all-steel locker comes equipped with a steel latch and bezel and is secured with a cylinder lock. Customers have access to their valued wine collections from 5 a.m. until 10 p.m. every day of the year.

*Tickets for the Grand Tasting are available for purchase online and at several Seattle-area wine retailers. Please see www.tastewashington.org for participating locations.

Wine Storage Bellevue offers secure, climate-controlled, state-of-the-art, all-steel storage lockers for valued wine collections of all sizes. Prices begin at $24 per month. Rental includes use of the generously appointed 1,000-square-foot Wine Resource Center and Tasting Room, equipped with a computer and internet access. Wine Storage Bellevue is situated inside Stor-House Self Storage, located at 1614 118th Avenue SE, Bellevue, Washington. Access is available daily from 5 a.m. until 10 p.m.; Wine Resource Center open 9 a.m. until 6 p.m., or by special appointment. For more information call (425) 453-2242 visit http://www.winestoragebellevue.com.

Follow Wine Storage Bellevue online:

http://www.winestoragebellevue.com.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WS6qpsOsCuo

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Bellevue-WA/Wine-Storage-Bellevue/124800290869549

http://www.twitter.com/winestorageblvu

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Brotherton Cadillac Presents One Lucky Winner with a New Cadillac

Awarded During Race for a Ride Giveaway Celebration Event at Brotherton Cadillac in Renton

Friday, March 25, noon to 2 p.m.

SEATTLE, Wash.—(March 22, 2011)—This Friday, Brotherton Cadillac of Renton will present one randomly chosen Twitter user with a brand new Cadillac CTS at the Race for a Ride giveaway event.

In total, almost 20,000 tweets were sent mentioning #RaceForARide with the winner tweeting 150 times. The five nonprofits involved also saw an average increase of 30 percent in their Twitter followers during the campaign.

Everyone’s invited to come celebrate a good cause and enjoy complimentary food and music at Race for a Ride’s giveaway celebration event:

WHO: Brotherton Cadillac

http://www.brothertoncadillac.com

WHAT: Race for a Ride Giveaway Celebration Event

www.raceforaride.com

· Brad Brotherton will present the Race for a Ride winner with a new Cadillac CTS.

· Food truck will be serving up complimentary BBQ.

· DJ Mayhem from Movin 92.5 will be broadcasting live from Brotherton Cadillac.

· SeaGals will be available for autographs and photos.

Number of entry tweets per nonprofit:

· The Arthritis Foundation – 2500

· Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center – 3397

· The Moyer Foundation – 4290

· Seattle Children’s Hospital – 3653

· Special Olympics of Washington – 2916

WHERE: Brotherton Cadillac

215 SW 12^th Street

Renton, WA 98057

WHEN: Friday, March 25, noon to 2 p.m.

Event is free.

About Race for a Ride

A campaign to raise money and awareness for local charities by offering the chance to give and win a Cadillac on Twitter: Participants entered by mentioning their favorite of the five charities in a tweet: The Arthritis Foundation, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, The Moyer Foundation, Seattle Children’s Hospital, and Special Olympics of Washington. Winner was selected from the pool of tweets mentioning the nonprofit that raised the most money through the website. Contest ended February 28, 2011.

About Brotherton Cadillac

Brotherton Cadillac is a fourth generation family-owned dealership, serving the Puget Sound for over 90 years. The dealership sells new and pre-owned vehicles including Cadillac, Buick and GMC. Located in Renton, Washington since 2001, the dealership provides service and accessories for GM products. Visit their website for additional information at http://www.brothertoncadillac.com.

About Nology Media

Nology Media is a content publishing, measurement, and marketing agency using social media tools and platforms to intimately connect brands with their audiences. Based in Seattle, Washington, the agency plans, executes and manages each client’s social media strategy as a key component of their broader marketing mix. Clients include leading consumer, technology, health care, non-profit, financial service and insurance companies. Visit the website for additional information, http://nologymedia.com/.

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Brotherton Cadillac’s Race For a Ride Raises Money for Five Charities with Night Out Event and Chance to Win Cadillac on Twitter

Seattle Gordon Biersch to Donate 15 Percent of Proceeds From Dine-in and Take-Out Food Sales During Event

Brotherton Cadillac’s Race For a Ride Raises Money for Five Charities with Night Out Event and Chance to Win Cadillac on Twitter

Seattle Gordon Biersch to Donate 15 Percent of Proceeds From Dine-in and Take-Out Food Sales During Event

Wednesday, February 23 from 5 to 10 p.m.

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SEATTLE, Wash.—(February 17, 2011)—Brotherton Cadillac and Seattle Gordon Biersch are raising money for five charities by asking guests to dine during the Race for a Ride Night Out event.

WHO:             Brotherton Cadillac’s Race for a Ride

www.raceforaride.com

WHAT:          Night Out event at Seattle Gordon Biersch

· Gordon Biersch is donating 15 percent of all proceeds from dine-in and take-out food sales to Race for a Ride.

· Race for a Ride will split the money raised evenly among the nonprofits: The Arthritis Foundation, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, The Moyer Foundation, Seattle Children’s Hospital, and Special Olympics of Washington.

Race for a Ride is a campaign to raise money and awareness for five charities by offering the chance to win a Cadillac on Twitter:

· Brotherton Cadillac in Renton, Wash. is giving away a new 2011 Cadillac CTS on Twitter.

· Participants enter by mentioning their favorite of the five charities in a tweet. Each tweet or retweet counts as a separate entry.

· Winner is selected from the pool of tweets mentioning the nonprofit that raised the most money through the website.

· Contest ends February 28, 2011.

WHERE:        Gordon Biersch (located in Pacific Place)

600 Pine Street, Level 4

Seattle, WA 98101

WHEN:          Wednesday, February 23, 5 to 10 p.m.

Find the event on Facebook

About Brotherton Cadillac

Brotherton Cadillac is a fourth generation family-owned dealership, serving the Puget Sound for over 90 years. The dealership sells new and pre-owned vehicles including Cadillac, Buick and GMC. Located in Renton, Washington since 2001, the dealership provides service and accessories for GM products. Visit their website for additional information at http://www.brothertoncadillac.com.

About Nology Media

Nology Media is a content publishing, measurement, and marketing agency using social media tools and platforms to intimately connect brands with their audiences. Based in Seattle, Washington, the agency plans, executes and manages each client’s social media strategy as a key component of their broader marketing mix. Clients include leading consumer, technology, health care, non-profit, financial service and insurance companies. Visit the website for additional information, http://nologymedia.com/.

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Race for a Ride: The First Contest to Give Away a Brand New Cadillac on Twitter

One Month Left to Enter for a Chance to Win a New 2011 Cadillac CTS and Help Support Five Local Non-Profits

SEATTLE, Wash.—(February 10, 2011)—The countdown is on to give away the first Cadillac on Twitter. In just one month, Brotherton Cadillac in Renton, Washington, will be awarding the grand prize in its Race for a Ride Charity Drive to one very lucky Twitter user. Race for a Ride is the first such campaign simultaneously to raise awareness and funds for five non-profits: The Arthritis Foundation, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, The Moyer Foundation, Seattle Children’s Hospital and Special Olympics of Washington.

Donors have raised nearly $23,000 total for the five participating non-profits over the course of the campaign to date. In the final month of the contest, several events will be held. Race for a

Ride Night Out will take place at Gordon Biersch Restaurant in downtown Seattle on Wednesday, February 23 from 5 to 10 p.m.: Gordon Biersch will donate a portion of its proceeds from dine-in and take-out food sales during the Night Out event to the Race for a Ride causes.

In the final weeks of the contest, the prized 2011 Cadillac CTS will make appearances at several events and locations across the Seattle area. Upon contest completion, a ceremony will be held at the Brotherton Cadillac Renton showroom to announce the winner of the car.

“As this contest reaches its final month, we can already measure its success not only in funds raised, but also in the incredible amount of awareness and support these five non-profits have garnered through social media,” states Brad Brotherton, President of Brotherton Cadillac. “We look forward to ending Race for a Ride with a huge, final fund-raising push, and to the continuing impact of each organization’s amazing work in our community.”

The contest is simple: Contestants raise awareness for their favorite participating non-profit by mentioning it in a tweet, and they may enter as many times as they wish; each unique tweet counts as one entry. When the contest is over, a winner is selected from the pool of tweets mentioning the non-profit that raised the most money through the website http://www.raceforaride.com.

Presenting sponsors in the Brotherton Cadillac Race for a Ride include: RBC Wealth Management, Pacific Place Mall, Seattle Metropolitan Magazine and Nology Media.

About Brotherton Cadillac

Brotherton Cadillac is a fourth generation family-owned dealership, serving the Puget Sound for over 90 years. The dealership sells new and pre-owned vehicles including Cadillac, Buick and GMC. Located in Renton Washington since 2001, the dealership provides service and accessories for GM products. Visit their website for additional information at http://www.brothertoncadillac.com.

About Nology Media

Nology Media is a content publishing, measurement, and marketing agency using social media tools and platforms to intimately connect brands with their audiences. Based in Seattle, Washington, the agency plans, executes and manages each client’s social media strategy as a key component of their broader marketing mix. Clients include leading consumer, technology, healthcare, non-profit, financial service and insurance companies. Visit the website for additional information, http://nologymedia.com/.

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$1,000 GIVEAWAY FROM WRAZZ.COM

Social Media Site Gives Away Clues to Hidden Cash When Facebook Page Reaches 5,000 Fans

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SEATTLE, Wash.—(October 27, 2010)—In celebration of their upcoming launch tomorrow, October 28, Wrazz.com is giving away $1,000 when its Facebook page reaches 5,000 fans.

WHO: www.Wrazz.com

WHAT: Wrazz Gives Away $1,000 Cash

Wrazz.com is a social media website that connects people with places and offers killer daily deals.

· Wrazz will give away $1,000 when the fan page (www.facebook.com/wrazz) reaches 5,000 “likes.”

(Currently, Wrazz has 3,625 “likes.”)

· Cash will be hidden somewhere in the Seattle area.

· Wrazz will begin posting clues about the location of the cash on the Facebook page and Twitter: @wrazzseattle.

· Wrazz.com launches tomorrow, October 28 at 6 a.m.

WHERE: Online – www.facebook.com/wrazz

WHEN: Whenever the Facebook fan page receives 5,000 “likes”

Wrazz.com connects consumers and their social networks with enticing local deals in the hippest North American markets. Launched by Bret Eickhoff and Ian Porter to facilitate a night on the town, wrazz.com promises to integrate social commerce with a dynamic user experience. For a good time visit wrazz.com.

Follow Wrazz Online

Website: www.wrazz.com

Facebook: wrazz

Twitter: wrazzseattle

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Media Contact: Andrea Courtney

Randall PR / (206) 624-5757

WRAZZ.COM GIVES AWAY $500

WRAZZ.COM GIVES AWAY $500

Social Media Site Gears Up for Launch by Offering Clues to Hidden Cash When Facebook Fan Page Receives 1,500 “Likes”

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SEATTLE, Wash.—(August 19, 2010)—Check every park bench in Seattle: There could be $500 beneath one of them. wrazz.com, a social media website connecting consumers with local businesses, is giving away $500 cash when the Facebook fan page reaches 1,500 “likes.” Become a fan at www.facebook.com/wrazz and be on the lookout for clues leading to the winning park bench on the Facebook page.

WHO: wrazz.com

WHAT: wrazz Gives Away $500 Cash

wrazz.com is a social media website that connects businesses and users in a single location and offers killer daily deals.

· Giving away $500 when the fan page (www.facebook.com/wrazz) reaches to 1,500 “likes.” (Currently, wrazz has 985 “likes.”)

· Cash will be hidden beneath a park bench in the Seattle area.

· wrazz has begun posting and will continue to post clues about the location of the bench on the Facebook page.

WHERE: Online – www.facebook.com/wrazz

WHEN: Whenever the Facebook fan page receives 1,500 “likes”

wrazz.com connects consumers and their social networks with enticing local deals in the hippest North American markets. Launched by Bret Eickhoff and Ian Porter to facilitate a night on the town, wrazz.com promises to integrate social commerce with a dynamic user experience. For a good time visit wrazz.com.

Follow wrazz Online

Website: www.wrazz.com

Facebook: wrazz

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What would you do with $500 cash?

Media Contact: Andrea Courtney

Randall PR / (206) 624-5757

Wine Storage Bellevue Holds Giveaway for 2 Tickets to Pour on the Plaza, Sat. Aug 14 (a $190 value)

Come in to Wine Storage Bellevue from now until end of day Thursday and fill out an entry form for a chance to win two tickets to El Gaucho's Pour on the Plaza on Saturday, August 14. Tickets are $95 each, so don't miss this chance to get TWO tickets for free!

Participants must fill out an entry form in person. Winners will be drawn end of day Thursday and will be contacted by Wine Storage Bellevue.

Wine Store Bellevue is located at 1614 118th Avenue SE, Bellevue, adjacent to I-405.
Wine Storage Bellevue offers secure climate-controlled, state-of-the-art all-steel storage lockers for valued wine collections of all sizes. Prices begin at $24 per month. Rental includes use of the generously appointed 1,000-square-foot Wine Resource Center and Tasting Room, equipped with a computer and internet access. Wine Storage Bellevue is situated inside Stor-House Self Storage, located at 1614 118th Avenue SE, Bellevue, Washington. Locker Room open daily from 5 a.m. until 10 p.m.; Wine Resource Center open 9 a.m. until 6 p.m., or by special appointment. For more information call (425) 453-2242 visit http://www.winestoragebellevue.com.

About Pour on the Plaza:
Taking place from 2 to 5 p.m., Pour on the Plaza will once again be held on the City Center Plaza’s expansive, grassy outdoor area, in the heart of downtown Bellevue’s Financial District located at 450 108th Ave. NE, Bellevue. Cost is $95 per person and reservations can be made by calling the restaurant at (425) 255-2715 or by visiting the reservations page here. Validated self-parking is available in City Center Plaza Garage. The event benefits Room to Read. Guests must be 21 years or older.

The gifted jazz guitarist and vocalist Brian Nova will lend his smooth, jazzy vibe to the event.

Partnering Northwest wineries include:

Alexandria Nicole Cellars (alexandrianicolecellars.com)
Andrew Will (andrewwill.com)
Barons V (baronsv.com)
Col Solare (colsolare.com)
Darby Winery (darbywinery.com)
DeLille Cellars (delillecellars.com)
Domaine Drouhin (domainedrouhin.com)
Domaine Serene (domaineserene.com)
Dunham Cellars (dunhamcellars.com)
EFESTĒ (efeste.com)
Elevation Cellars (elevationcellars.com)
Fidelitas (fidelitaswines.com)
Gorman Winery (gormanwinery.com)
Lachini Vineyards (lachinivineyards.com)
L’Ecole (lecole.com)
Long Shadows (longshadows.com)
Mark Ryan Winery (markryanwinery.com)
Northstar (northstarwinery.com)
Novelty Hill (noveltyhillwines.com)
Pepper Bridge (pepperbridge.com)
Sparkman Cellars (sparkmancellars.com)
Stevens Winery (stevenswinery.com)
SYZYGY (syzygywines.com)
Va Piano Vineyards (vapianovineyards.com)
Woodhouse Family Cellars (woodhousefamilycellars.com)
Woodward Canyon (woodwardcanyon.com)

El Gaucho will offer an array of appetizers, including its signature 28-day Certified Angus Beef®. Additional partnering restaurants include:

Grand Cru (grandcru-winebar.com)
Palomino (palomino.com)
Wild Ginger (wildginger.net)