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		<title>Del Frisco’s Grille Job Fair: Saturday, May 19  Restaurant to Add 150+ Jobs in Washington DC</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p><span style="color: #000000;">  Del Frisco’s Grille, an emerging restaurant concept that looks to bring more than 150 jobs to the capital region.  Its first location opened in Manhattan’s iconic Rockefeller Center in August 2011, with locations in Dallas and Phoenix to follow.</span></p>]]></description>
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<p align="right"><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Linda Roth Associates, Inc.</strong></span></p>
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<p align="center"><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Del Frisco’s Grille Job Fair: Saturday, May 19 </strong></span></p>
<p align="center"><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Restaurant to Add 150+ Jobs in Washington DC</strong></span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Who:  </strong><a href="http://www.delfriscosgrille.com/"><span style="color: #000000;">Del Frisco’s Grille</span></a>, an emerging restaurant concept that looks to bring more than 150 jobs to the capital region.  Its first location opened in Manhattan’s iconic Rockefeller Center in August 2011, with locations in Dallas and Phoenix to follow.  Recently selected as the Best Restaurant in Dallas by users of Open Table, the downtown DC location will be the fourth for the bold American bar &amp; grille concept.<strong></strong></span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>What:  </strong>A job fair, to staff Del Frisco’s Grille’s newest location at 1201 Pennsylvania Avenue NW in downtown DC.  In preparation for its exciting debut in the nation’s capital, the restaurant’s opening team is looking for hourly staff at all levels of experience.  Ideal candidates will thrive in a positive and energetic workplace and should be dedicated to exceeding guest expectations.</span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;">All employees can expect exceptional benefits that include flexible full- and part-time work schedules, excellent career growth opportunities, 401(k) with match, as well as Medical, Dental and Vision coverage.  Aspiring applicants should thrive in a work environment that reinforces the genuine hospitality for which the renowned young restaurant brand is known.</span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;">Open positions include: Servers, Line, Prep &amp; Broiler Cooks, Host / Hostesses, Bartenders, Bussers, Dishwashers, Food Runners, and Butcher.   </span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>When:             </strong>Saturday, May 19</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">                            9am – 6pm</span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Where:           </strong>JW Marriott Hotel</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">                            Congressional Ballroom</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">                           1331 Pennsylvania Avenue NW</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">                           *Applicants should <strong>not</strong> contact the JW Marriott directly</span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;">All applicants are invited to submit applications from 9am to 6pm beginning Thursday, May 17 at 1201 Pennsylvania Avenue NW using the 12th Street entrance.  A member of the opening team will be on hand weekly Monday through Saturday to accept applications and answer questions. </span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">About Del Frisco’s Grille</span></strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">Del Frisco&#8217;s Grille put a modern twist on the classic bar and grill with an energetic bar scene, true hospitality and a menu of prime steaks, fresh seafood and modern American cuisine. We proudly take our roots in the tradition of Del Frisco&#8217;s Double Eagle Steak House, providing guests with a familiar, yet exciting atmosphere fresh, approachable fare and genuine hospitality.</span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;">For more information about Del Frisco’s Grille, visit <a href="http://www.delfriscosgrille.com/"><span style="color: #000000;">www.delfriscosgrille.com</span></a>.</span></p>
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		<title>matchbox Expands Brunch Menu at Rockville Location</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p><span style="color: #000000;">The matchbox Food Group is thrilled to announce the addition of several new brunch items at matchbox Rockville.</span></p>]]></description>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Contact: </strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Elyse Goldberg</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Linda Roth Associates, Inc.</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>(703) 417-2709</strong></span></p>
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<p align="center"><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>matchbox</strong><strong> EXPANDS BRUNCH MENU AT ROCKVILLE LOCATION</strong></span></p>
<p align="center"><span style="color: #000000;"><em> </em></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Washington, D.C. [May 14, 2012] —</strong>The <span style="color: #993366;"><a href="http://www.matchboxchinatown.com/"><span style="color: #993366;">matchbox Food Group</span></a></span> is thrilled to announce the addition of several new brunch items at <span style="color: #993366;"><a href="http://www.matchboxrockville.com/"><span style="color: #993366;">matchbox Rockville</span></a></span>.  While all of the original menu options are still available, guests can now enjoy four new delicious dishes.</span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;">“We launched brunch service at our Rockville location a year ago and have received a great deal of positive feedback since then,” said General Manager John Donnelly.  “We want to connect with our community by constantly providing new and inventive menu items.”  </span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;">The new brunch selections at <span style="color: #993366;"><strong>matchbox</strong></span> Rockville include the delicious <strong><span style="color: #993366;">New Orleans french toas</span>t</strong> covered with fresh strawberries, candied pecans and caramel rum syrup; the <strong><span style="color: #993366;">blt benedic</span>t</strong> consisting of an English muffin topped with maple-glazed pork belly, fried green tomatoes, poached eggs, hollandaise, arugula with a side of brunch potatoes; the <strong><span style="color: #993366;">peanut butter &amp; banana waffl</span>e</strong> with thick cut bacon wedged in the middle and drizzled with maple syrup and the <span style="color: #993366;"><strong>house-cured gravlox and eggs </strong></span>served on an herbed flatbread spread with herb cream cheese accompanied by mixed greens with citrus vinaigrette.</span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;">All<span style="color: #993366;"><strong> matchbox</strong> <strong>food group</strong></span> locations are open for brunch on federal holidays which fall on a Monday.  Join <span style="color: #993366;"><strong>matchbox</strong> Rockville</span> this coming Memorial Day, Monday, May 28 to get a taste of these new innovative brunch items.</span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>matchbox</strong> Rockville is open Monday-Friday from 11am – 12 midnight, Saturday &amp; Sunday from 10am – 12 midnight,  brunch on  Saturday &amp; Sunday 10am – 3pm.</span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;">For more information on <span style="color: #993366;"><strong>matchbox</strong> Rockville</span> please visit <span style="color: #993366;"><a href="http://www.matchboxrockville.com/"><span style="color: #993366;">www.matchboxrockville.com</span></a></span>.  Follow the team on Twitter (<span style="color: #993366;"><a href="http://twitter.com/matchboxdc"><span style="color: #993366;">@matchboxdc</span></a></span>) or contact Elyse Goldberg at <span style="color: #993366;"><a href="mailto:elyse@lindarothpr.com"><span style="color: #993366;">elyse@lindarothpr.com</span></a></span> or (703) 417-2709 with any other questions.</span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>About matchboxfoodgroup</strong><strong></strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">What began as a simple idea among longtime friends has now expanded to become a thriving Washington culinary group with multiple concepts. Principal partners Ty Neal, Mark Neal, Perry Smith, and Andrew Kim, began their journey in 2003, opening a <strong>matchbox</strong> restaurant in the heart of Washington, DC. The restaurant quickly became a success, and expansion began, first with another location in Palm Springs, CA, then with third location back in DC on Capitol Hill. In 2010 the group successfully opened two new concepts, Ted’s BULLETIN, an American eatery, and DC-3, specializing in regional hot dogs. At the close of 2010, the group is opened their largest <strong>matchbox</strong> restaurant yet, in Rockville, MD.</span></p>
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		<title>Robert J. Collier Trophy Presented May 10, 2012 at Hangar 7 of Reagan Washington National Airport</title>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;"> Boeing’s 787 Dreamliner officially received the Robert J. Collier Trophy from the National Aeronautic Association (NAA) at a black tie dinner on May 10 in hangar 7 of Reagan Washington National Airport.</span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;">Boeing’s 787 Dreamliner officially received the Robert J. Collier Trophy from the National Aeronautic Association (NAA) at a black tie dinner on May 10 in hangar 7 of Reagan Washington National Airport. (L to R):  Walter Boyne, Chairman of NAA;  James Albaugh, President &amp; CEO of Commercial Airplanes, The Boeing Company; James McNerney, Jr., Chairman, President &amp; CEO, The Boeing Company; and Jonathan Gaffney, President &amp; CEO, NAA</span></p>
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		<title>Mother’s Day Round-Up: LRA Presents Mother’s Day Dining Options</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p><span style="color: #000000;">Mother’s Day is fast approaching and what better way to give thanks to Mom for all of her hard work than taking her out for a special celebration at one of our fabulous dining establishments! See below for a full listing of Mother’s Day specials.</span></p>]]></description>
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<p align="center"><span style="color: #000000;"><em>LRA Presents Mother’s Day Dining Options</em></span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Washington, DC (April 25, 2012)––</strong>Mother’s Day is fast approaching and what better way to give thanks to Mom for all of her hard work than taking her out for a special celebration at one of our fabulous dining establishments! See below for a full listing of Mother’s Day specials.</span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>901 Restaurant and Bar</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">Penn Quarter</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Time: </strong>noon-10pm</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Cost: </strong>$35 per person<strong></strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">For reservations <a href="http://www.901dc.com/"><span style="color: #000000;">click here</span></a> or call 202.524.4433</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><em>Mothers and their loved ones can enjoy an Asian-inspired twist on American comfort this Mother’s Day with a specially crafted prix fixe menu.</em> <em>This four-course meal begins with a complimentary specialty Mother’s Day cocktail (for guests 21+) – a blend of blue Curacao, rum, sour mix and pineapple juice and includes choice of Shrimp Bisque or a 901 House salad, followed by the choice of a sharing appetizer, a sharing entree, and a Chef’s dessert sampler for the table.</em></span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;">Chinatown and Dupont Circle Locations</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Time: </strong>All day<strong></strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Cost: </strong>Varies</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">For reservations <a href="http://pingpongdimsum.us/"><span style="color: #000000;">click here</span></a> or call 202.293.1268 or 202.506.3740 respectively</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><em>Show your server you texted a mother in your family (mom/grandmother/aunt) a Happy Mother’s Day and receive a complimentary dessert. And just for moms, tell Ping Pong the most proud or embarrassing story about your kid(s) to receive a complimentary glass of champagne. All moms will receive flower(ing tea) gift bags.</em></span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Entertainment Cruises</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">Southwest Waterfront</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Time: </strong>All day</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Cost: </strong>Varies</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">For reservations <a href="http://entertainmentcruises.com/city/Washington-DC/home"><span style="color: #000000;">click here</span></a> or call 866.404.8439</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><em>Shower Mom with love this Mother’s Day aboard Entertainment Cruises and enjoy some of the most enchanting views of the city.  The Odyssey<strong> </strong>and the Spirit of Washington<strong> </strong>offer excellent dining and entertainment options all day, making it the ideal place to host a brunch, lunch or dinner in Mom’s honor.  Each cruise is filled with pampering and relaxation, starting with a complimentary rose and choice of juice, soda or mimosa for the leading lady</em></span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Vinifera Wine Bar &amp; Bistro</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">Reston, VA</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Time:</strong> 10am-2pm</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Cost:</strong>  $49 for adults; $25 for children under 12, excluding tax and gratuity</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">For reservations <a href="http://www.viniferabistro.com/"><span style="color: #000000;">click here</span></a> or call 703.234.3550</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><em>Pamper mom on her special day with a celebratory brunch and long-stem red rose as a token of appreciation for all of her tender love and care.  Vinifera’s special three-course prix fixe menu features a large selection of gourmet brunch dishes and sweet after-meal delights.  Seventy seat outdoor garden patio available for seating, weather permitting.</em></span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>RIS </strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">West End DC</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Time: </strong>10am-3pm brunch; 12pm-9pm dinner</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Cost: </strong>$70 per person</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">For reservations <a href="http://www.risdc.com/"><span style="color: #000000;">click here</span></a> or call 202.730.2500</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><em>For a celebratory meal, Chef/Owner Ris Lacoste is offering a special prix fixe Mother’s Day menu. A full a la carte brunch menu will also be available alongside RIS’s famous bottomless mimosas during regular brunch hours. Mothers will also receive potted plants to take home and cultivate.</em></span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Roof Terrace Restaurant at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts </strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">2700 F Street NW</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Time:</strong> 10am-2pm</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Cost:</strong> $39.95 for adults; $20 for children 4-11, excluding tax and gratuity</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">For reservations <a href="http://www.kennedy-center.org/visitor/restaurants/"><span style="color: #000000;">click here</span></a> or call 202.416.8555</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><em>Enjoy an outstanding brunch buffet featuring a raw bar, roasts, made-to-order omelets, salads, pastries and more. Mom will love the stunning skyline views and live jazz performance.</em></span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Cafe Deluxe </strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">Locations in Gaithersburg, Bethesda, NW DC and Tysons Corner</span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Cost: </strong>Varies</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><em>All Cafe Deluxe locations will be open Mother’s Day starting at 9am so enjoy all the classic dishes to celebrate all mothers. </em></span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;">Photographs available upon request.  For additional information, please contact Linda Roth Associates at 703.417.2700.</span></p>
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		<title>Knock Out Abuse Against Women Announces 2012 Co-Chairs</title>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span style="color: #000000;">Knock Out Abuse Against Women announced that the 2012 co-chairs are Michelle Schoenfeld and Charisse Jackson-Jordan. The two will be present for the annual fundraiser being held this year on November 1, 2012 at The Ritz-Carlton in Washington, D.C.</span></p>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #000000;">Charisse Jackson-Jordan (far left) and Michelle Schoenfeld (third) at the Knock Out Abuse Reception Tuesday, April 17, 2012</span></p>
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		<title>SPIRIT OF MOUNT VERNON UNDERGOES HALF MILLION DOLLAR RENOVATION</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p><span style="color: #000000;">Entertainment Cruises’ specialty ship, the Spirit of Mount Vernon, is about to set sail once again after a half million dollar renovation.</span></p>]]></description>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                                                                               </strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong> </strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Contacts:              </strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">Jessica Zachar                                                                                                                                                        Elyse Goldberg</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">Linda Roth Associates, Inc.                                                                                                                                  Linda Roth Associates, Inc.</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="color: #993366;"><a href="mailto:Jessica@lindarothpr.com"><span style="color: #993366;">Jessica@lindarothpr.com</span></a></span>                                                                                                                                     <span style="color: #993366;"><a href="mailto:elyse@lindarothpr.com"><span style="color: #993366;">elyse@lindarothpr.com</span></a></span></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">(703) 417-2701                                                                                                                                                       (703) 417-2709</span></p>
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<p align="center"><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>SPIRIT OF MOUNT VERNON UNDERGOES HALF MILLION DOLLAR RENOVATION</strong></span></p>
<p align="center"><span style="color: #000000;"><strong><em> </em></strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Washington, DC</strong> [April 10, 2012] — <span style="color: #993366;"><a href="http://www.entertainmentcruises.com/city/Washington-DC/home"><span style="color: #993366;">Entertainment Cruises</span></a></span>’ specialty ship, the <span style="color: #993366;"><a href="http://www.cruisetomountvernon.com/"><span style="color: #993366;">Spirit of Mount Vernon</span></a></span>, is about to set sail once again after a half million dollar renovation.  Out of the company’s four-ship fleet, this versatile boat cruises most frequently.  Mainly utilized for excursions from the Southwest Waterfront to the <span style="color: #993366;"><a href="http://www.mountvernon.org/"><span style="color: #993366;">home of George Washington</span></a></span>, the boat also sails for student fieldtrips and is chartered for private events on any given day or night.</span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;">Built in 1989, this is by far the largest redesign The Spirit of Mount Vernon has undergone since its initial construction.  In January 2012, the ship docked at Pier 4 in Southwest DC for a total overhaul by Flanders Construction to its lower galley and two interior dining decks, as well as a completely revamped outdoor observation deck with full bar, to enhance the overall cruise experience for guests.  New items installed include carpeting, wall coverings, restrooms, bars, windows, dance floors, ceilings and wait stations.  In addition, the second deck window seating area has been extended to increase opportunities for prime waterfront views during meals.</span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;">Now that the renovation is complete, the Spirit of Mount Vernon will restart its narrated trips to Mount Vernon with options including full day trips, one-way cruises and 40-minute photo sightseeing cruises from the Mount Vernon Dock.  For all tours, group reservations for 20 or more can be made at (866) 211-3811, and parties of 1-19 passengers can reserve <span style="color: #993366;"><a href="http://www.spiritofwashington.com/dc/mount_vernon/pricing.jsp"><span style="color: #993366;">online</span></a></span> or at (866) 302-2469.</span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;">A <span style="color: #993366;"><a href="http://www.cruisetomountvernon.com/CruiseToMountVernon/day-trip"><span style="color: #993366;">roundtrip day tour</span></a></span> cruise includes roundtrip fare and discounted admission at Mount Vernon with three hours to tour the estate.  Boarding begins at 8:00am, departing at 8:30am and arriving at Mount Vernon at 10:00am.  Returning departure time is 1:30pm, arriving at the Southwest Waterfront at 3:00pm.  A full snack bar is available on board, and groups of 20 or more can pre-order a boxed <span style="color: #993366;"><a href="http://www.cruisetomountvernon.com/CruiseToMountVernon/onboard-concessions"><span style="color: #993366;">meal</span></a></span>.</span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="color: #993366;"><a href="http://www.cruisetomountvernon.com/CruiseToMountVernon/one-way-cruise"><span style="color: #993366;">One-way</span></a></span> cruises take passengers to or from Mount Vernon so they can tour the estate.  The flexibility of a one-way cruise lets passengers combine other activities with the narrated Potomac River tour.  <span style="color: #993366;"><a href="http://www.cruisetomountvernon.com/CruiseToMountVernon/40-minute-cruise"><span style="color: #993366;">40-minute</span></a></span> turn-around photo and sightseeing cruises are perfect for a break from a trip to Mount Vernon.  The cruises leave at 10:30am, 11:30am, and 12:30pm.</span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;">For the 2012 season, the Spirit of Mount Vernon will sail Tuesdays through Sundays until August 19 and again Fridays through Sundays August 24 – October 21. Find more information about the unique vessel <a href="http://www.cruisetomountvernon.com/CruiseToMountVernon/40-minute-cruise"><span style="color: #000000;">online</span></a>.  </span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;">For media quality images and more information about any of Entertainment Cruises’ unique ships, contact Jessica Zachar at <span style="color: #993366;"><strong><a href="mailto:jessica@lindarothpr.com"><span style="color: #993366;">jessica@lindarothpr.com</span></a> </strong></span>or Elyse Goldberg at <strong><span style="color: #993366;"><a href="mailto:elyse@lindarothpr.com"><span style="color: #993366;">elyse@lindarothpr.com</span></a></span>. </strong> </span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">About Entertainment Cruises</span></strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">Chicago-based Entertainment Cruises, Inc. was formed in 2006 when Spirit Cruises LLC, and Premier Yachts Inc., joined forces (www.EntertainmentCruises.com).  The company serves 1.5 million guests annually with a fleet of 24 ships in nine cities – Baltimore; Boston; Chicago; Norfolk, Va.; Philadelphia; National Harbor, MD; New York; Washington, D.C.; and Weehawken, N.J.  Entertainment Cruises’ brand portfolio includes dining and entertainment cruises Odyssey Cruises, Spirit Cruises, Mystic Blue Cruises, and Bateaux New York; Elite Yacht Charters, which offers custom private charters; and Baltimore Harbor Cruises.  Ships are one-, two- and three-deck vessels, and accommodate from 110 to 850 guests, depending on the individual ship, for lunch, dinner and sightseeing cruises year-round.  The company and its products are known for outstanding product quality and service.</span></p>
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		<title>Live Gospel Entertainment Aboard Spirit of Washington</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p><span style="color: #000000;">Enjoy inspirational performances while dining, dancing and cruising along the Potomac River.</span></p>]]></description>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>CALENDAR ANNOUNCEMENT             </strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>                        </strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Contact:          </strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">Jessica Zachar                                                                                                                                                        Elyse Goldberg</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">Linda Roth Associates, Inc.                                                                                                                                   Linda Roth Associates, Inc.</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="color: #993366;"><a href="mailto:jessica@lindarothpr.com"><span style="color: #993366;">jessica@lindarothpr.com</span></a></span>                                                                                                                                      <span style="color: #993366;"><a href="mailto:elyse@lindarothpr.com"><span style="color: #993366;">elyse@lindarothpr.com</span></a></span></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">(703) 417-2701                                                                                                                                                        (703) 417-2709</span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Live Gospel Entertainment Aboard Spirit of Washington</strong></span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><em><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Saturday Lunch Cruises</strong></span></em></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>What:              </strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">Enjoy inspirational performances while dining, dancing and cruising along the Potomac River.  Aboard the <span style="color: #993366;"><a href="http://www.spiritofwashington.com/Washington-DC/gospel-lunch-cruise-series"><span style="color: #993366;">Spirit of Washington</span></a></span>’s Gospel Lunch Cruises, guests can sit back and relax or get up and cut a rug to live performances by gospel artists accompanying a delicious lunch buffet.  </span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;">On April 14, the cruise will be hosted by <span style="color: #993366;"><a href="http://praisedc.com/"><span style="color: #993366;">Praise 104.1 FM</span></a></span> and features special musical guest <span style="color: #993366;"><a href="http://kevinterryandpredestined.com/"><span style="color: #993366;">Kevin Terry and Predestined</span></a></span>.  Join the Spirit of Washington on select Saturdays for this melodious, inspiring and absolutely entertaining event!</span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Where:            </strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Spirit of Washington</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">Gangplank Marina</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">6th and Water Streets, SW Washington, D.C. (three blocks from Metro via the Waterfront Station on the Green line)</span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>When:              </strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Saturdays April-November, 2012</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">Boarding: 11:00am</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">Cruising: 11:30am-1:30pm</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>                        </strong>April 14 &amp; 28</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">                        May 12 &amp; 19</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">                        June 2 &amp; 9</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">                        August 11 &amp; 25 </span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">                        September 8 &amp; 22</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">                        October 6 &amp; 20</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">                        November 3</span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Cost:                </strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">From $49.90 per adult; $29.95 per child age 3-12*<strong></strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">*<em>Prices do not include taxes or fees. Menus, times and prices are subject to change.<strong></strong></em></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong> </strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Tickets:           </strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">Call (866) 404-8439; Reserve online for the <span style="color: #993366;"><a href="http://www.spiritofwashington.com/Washington-DC/gospel-lunch-cruise-series"><span style="color: #993366;">Spirit of Washington</span></a></span></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong> </strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">About Entertainment Cruises</span></strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">Chicago-based Entertainment Cruises, Inc. was formed in 2006 when Spirit Cruises LLC, and Premier Yachts Inc., joined forces (www.EntertainmentCruises.com).  The company serves 1.5 million guests annually with a fleet of 24 ships in nine cities – Baltimore; Boston; Chicago; Norfolk, Va.; Philadelphia; National Harbor, MD; New York; Washington, D.C.; and Weehawken, N.J.  Entertainment Cruises’ brand portfolio includes dining and entertainment cruises Odyssey Cruises, Spirit Cruises, Mystic Blue Cruises, and Bateaux New York; Elite Yacht Charters, which offers custom private charters; and Baltimore Harbor Cruises.  Ships are one-, two- and three-deck vessels, and accommodate from 110 to 850 guests, depending on the individual ship, for lunch, dinner and sightseeing cruises year-round.  The company and its products are known for outstanding product quality and service.</span></p>
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		<title>Local Restaurants are Hopping this Easter</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p><span style="color: #000000;">From family friendly dining to grown-up drink specials, these spots offer options for anyone looking to enjoy one of the most colorful days of the year - Easter.</span></p>]]></description>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                                                                                       </strong></span></p>
<p style="text-align: right;"><span style="color: #000000;"><strong> </strong><strong>CONTACT: Gabriela Torres</strong></span></p>
<p align="right"><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Linda Roth Associates, Inc.</strong></span></p>
<p align="right"><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>703.417.2700</strong></span></p>
<p align="right"><span style="color: #000000;"><a href="mailto:gabriela@lindarothpr.com"><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>gabriela@lindarothpr.com</strong></span></a><strong></strong></span></p>
<p align="right"><span style="color: #000000;"><strong> </strong></span></p>
<p align="center"><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Local Restaurants are Hopping this Easter </strong></span></p>
<p align="center"><span style="color: #000000;"><em>LRA Presents Holiday Dining Options</em></span></p>
<p align="center"><span style="color: #000000;"><em> </em></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">From family friendly dining to grown-up drink specials, these spots offer options for anyone looking to enjoy one of the most colorful days of the year &#8211; Easter.</span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Ping Pong Dim Sum</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">Chinatown and Dupont Circle Locations</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Time: </strong>11am – 10pm<strong></strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Cost:</strong> $25 / all you can eat dim sum; $15 / bottomless mimosas; guests in pajamas or bunny themed outfits will receive 15% in light of the holiday</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">For reservations <strong><a href="http://pingpongdimsum.us/"><span style="color: #000000;">click here</span></a></strong> or call 202.293.1268 or 202.506.3740 respectively</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><em>Ping Pong will provide a grown-up twist to the holiday tradition of dying eggs by throwing a <strong>mimosa-dying</strong> <strong>party</strong>. Guests will be treated to a table side mimosa bar, and will be given the opportunity to color their own cocktails in celebration of the most vibrant holiday of the year.</em></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><em> </em></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>RIS </strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">West End DC</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Time: </strong>10am-3pm for Brunch; noon-9pm Easter Dinner</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Cost: </strong>A la carte</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">For reservations <strong><a href="http://risdc.com/"><span style="color: #000000;">click here</span></a></strong> or call 202.730.2500</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><em>RIS is celebrating Easter with a hand-picked menu for both <strong>brunch and dinner</strong> featuring an Easter salmon sampler, Easter ham wellington with gruyere potatoes, pan roasted asparagus, glazed carrots and mustard sauce, and a roasted rack of American lamb. Guests can also enjoy from a selection of Easter cookies, hot cross buns, colored eggs and candy for the holiday. </em></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><em> </em></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Vinifera Wine Bar &amp; Bistro</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">Reston, VA</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Time:</strong> 11am-3pm</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Cost:</strong>  $49 / adults; $25 / children under 12, excluding tax and gratuity</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">For reservations <strong><a href="http://www.viniferabistro.com/"><span style="color: #000000;">click here</span></a></strong> or call 703.234.3550</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><em>Vinifera continues its holiday tradition of inviting families to enjoy a <strong>petting zoo</strong> provided by the Leesburg Animal Park and a bountiful Sunday brunch.  <strong>Easter egg hunts</strong> for children ages 12 and under at 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 p.m., and a special visit from the Easter Bunny.  Seventy seat outdoor garden patio available for seating, weather permitting.</em></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><em> </em></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>härth Restaurant &amp; Bar</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">McLean Hilton Tysons Corner</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Time:  </strong>11:30am-2pm<strong></strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Cost: </strong>Varies</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><em>Enjoy a delectable Easter <strong>brunch</strong> with wood-fired flatbreads, hand-made sandwiches, and a variety of special breakfast dishes such as Chef Tom’s twist on Green Eggs and Ham, and a shrimp &amp; asparagus quiche.</em></span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Cafe Deluxe </strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">Locations in Gaithersburg, Bethesda, NW DC and Tysons Corner</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Time: 9am-close</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Cost: </strong>Varies</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><em>All Cafe Deluxe locations will be open Easter Sunday starting at 9am so enjoy all the classic dishes to celebrate the holiday</em></span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Roof Terrace Restaurant</strong> at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">2700 F Street NW</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Time:</strong> 11am-2pm</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Cost: </strong>$39.95 / adults; $20 / children 4-11, excluding tax and gratuity</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">For reservations <strong><a href="http://www.kennedy-center.org/visitor/restaurants/"><span style="color: #000000;">click here</span></a></strong> or call 202.416.8555</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><em>Enjoy an outstanding <strong>brunch buffet</strong> featuring a raw bar, roasts, made-to-order omelets, salads, pastries and more amongst stunning skyline views. <strong>Photo-ops with the Easter Bunny</strong> and a complimentary take-home treat highlight this annual holiday tradition.</em></span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>BRIO Tuscan Grille</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">Rockville, MD</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Time:</strong> 10am-3pm</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Cost:</strong> Varies</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">For reservations <strong><a href="http://www.brioitalian.com/"><span style="color: #000000;">click here</span></a></strong> or call 240.221.2691</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><em>Celebrate Easter with family and friends at a new favorite neighborhood spot.  BRIO offers a <strong>Tuscan-inspired brunch</strong> menu at affordable prices including favorites like fruit and ricotta crepes, daily omelet choices, and bistecca alla romano with grilled beef tenderloin, poached eggs, romano crusted tomatoes and house made hollandaise. Outdoor terrace available for seating, weather permitting.</em></span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Entertainment Cruises</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">Southwest Waterfront</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Time:</strong> All day</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Cost:</strong> Varies</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">For reservations <strong><a href="http://entertainmentcruises.com/city/Washington-DC/home"><span style="color: #000000;">click here</span></a></strong> or call 866.306.2469</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><em>Celebrate Easter on the water!  Hop aboard the Odyssey or Spirit of Washington for a special appearance by the Easter Bunny during <strong>brunch, lunch and dinner cruises</strong>.  Odyssey guests will enjoy an extensive buffet, a complimentary glass of champagne or mimosa for adults, coloring books and crayons for children and live entertainment.  Guests onboard the Spirit of Washington will enjoy a lavish buffet, a live DJ for music and dancing as well as coloring books and crayons for the kids.  </em></span></p>
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		<title>Ping Pong Dim Sum Celebrates Longjing Tea Festival with Week-Long Specials</title>
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<p style="text-align: right;"><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Contact: Jessica Zachar </strong></span></p>
<p style="text-align: right;"><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Linda Roth Associates, Inc.</strong></span></p>
<p style="text-align: right;"><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Phone: (703) 417-2701</strong></span></p>
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<p align="center"><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Ping Pong Dim Sum Celebrates Longjing Tea Festival with Week-Long Specials</strong></span></p>
<p align="center"><span style="color: #000000;"><em>April 16-April 22</em></span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Washington, D.C. (April 3, 2012)</strong>— It’s no secret that Ping Pong Dim Sum loves dumplings, but they also love tea in every form as well!  In keeping with the Longjing Tea Festival hosted every April in China, Ping Pong Dim Sum is hosting a tea festival of its own during the week of <strong>April 16 – April 22</strong>.  Ping Pong will celebrate how “tea-mendous” their bubble teas, iced teas, hot teas and flowering teas make them feel, and encourages guests to share in the celebration of specialty teas.  </span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">See below for a complete listing of giveaways and promotions:</span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong><em>Monday – Feeling Spontaneous?</em> </strong>Passersby can enjoy complimentary Kalamansi &amp; Rose Bubble Teas at Ping Pong Dupont from 5-7pm</span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong><em>Tuesday – Feeling Indulged?</em>  </strong>Guests who participate in Ping Pong’s new  open bar “Sum”Down Bar promotion can take home three flowering tea buds to enjoy on their own time</span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong><em>Wednesday – Feeling Lucky?</em></strong><em>  </em>Guests can have their fortunes told by an expert Tea Leaf Reader at Ping Pong Dupont from 5pm-8pm <em></em></span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong><em>Thursday – Feeling Healthy?</em>  </strong>Guests can enjoy a Buy 1, Get 1 complimentary Healthy Fixe dumpling collection, along with a complimentary signature iced tea.  Valid at Ping Pong Chinatown and Dupont from 11:30am-4pm </span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong><em>Friday – Feeling Innovative?</em>  </strong>Ping Pong infuses tea into their bourbon for two weeks for the Earl Grey Julep cocktail.  Guests can enjoy this innovative technique by sampling a $5 Earl Grey Julep all day at both locations<strong></strong></span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong><em>Saturday – Feeling Cosmopolitan?</em>  </strong>Guests can try Ping Pong’s specially created “High Tea-Inspired” Menu, available at both locations from noon-4pm<strong></strong></span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong><em>Sunday – Feeling Special?</em>  </strong>Guests who participate in Ping Pong’s Sunday Party Brunch receive a complimentary tea of choice and will have the opportunity to win fabulous prizes<strong></strong></span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>About Ping Pong Dim Sum </strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">Ping Pong Dim Sum operates two locations in Washington, DC: the Chinatown restaurant is located at 900 7<sup>th</sup> Street NW and the Dupont Circle restaurant is located at 1 Dupont Circle NW. Both locations are open regularly Monday through Thursday from 11:30 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.; Friday and Saturday from 11:30 a.m. – 12:00a.m.; and Sunday from 11:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.  Call<strong> </strong>202-293-1689 for party planning. Ping Pong has several restaurants all over the world including the United Kingdom, United Arab Emirates, and Brazil and serves a signature range of over 40 delicious Dim Sum dishes and specials. The accessible and affordable cuisine is designed for sharing in a cool and contemporary setting.</span></p>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p><span style="color: #000000;">Spring is in full swing and Entertainment Cruises has welcomed the warm weather with open arms!</span></p>]]></description>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Contact:                </strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">Jessica Zachar                                                                                                                                                        Elyse Goldberg</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">Linda Roth Associates, Inc.                                                                                                                                  Linda Roth Associates, Inc.</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="color: #993366;"><a href="mailto:jessica@lindarothpr.com"><span style="color: #993366;">jessica@lindarothpr.com</span></a></span>                                                                                                                                      <span style="color: #993366;"><a href="mailto:elyse@lindarothpr.com"><span style="color: #993366;">elyse@lindarothpr.com</span></a></span></span></p>
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<p align="center"><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Spring Aboard Entertainment Cruises this April</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong> </strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Washington, DC</strong> [March 30, 2012] — Spring is in full swing and <span style="color: #993366;"><a href="http://www.entertainmentcruises.com/city/Washington-DC/home"><span style="color: #993366;">Entertainment Cruises</span></a></span> has welcomed the warm weather with open arms!  This April, bask in the sun during specialty springtime cruises and experience breathtaking views of the city along the historic Potomac River.</span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;">On Sunday, April 8, celebrate <strong>Easter</strong> on the water!  Hop aboard either the <span style="color: #993366;"><a href="http://www.odysseycruises.com/"><span style="color: #993366;">Odyssey</span></a></span> or <span style="color: #993366;"><a href="http://spiritofwashington.com/"><span style="color: #993366;">Spirit of Washington</span></a></span> for a special appearance by the Easter Bunny during brunch, lunch and dinner cruises!  Guests onboard the Odyssey for an <span style="color: #993366;"><a href="http://www.pyireservations.com/iebms/coe/coe_p2_details.aspx?eventid=101386&amp;oc=10&amp;cc=dc"><span style="color: #993366;">early</span></a></span> or <span style="color: #993366;"><a href="http://www.pyireservations.com/iebms/coe/coe_p2_details.aspx?eventid=101385&amp;oc=10&amp;cc=dc"><span style="color: #993366;">afternoon</span></a></span> brunch cruise will enjoy an extensive buffet, a complimentary glass of champagne or mimosa for adults, coloring books and crayons for the children and live entertainment.  Guests on the Spirit of Washington can also enjoy <span style="color: #993366;"><a href="http://www.pyireservations.com/iebms/coe/coe_p2_details.aspx?eventid=101388&amp;oc=10&amp;cc=SOWCAL"><span style="color: #993366;">lunch</span></a></span> and <span style="color: #993366;"><a href="http://www.pyireservations.com/iebms/coe/coe_p2_details.aspx?eventid=101387&amp;oc=10&amp;cc=SOWCAL"><span style="color: #993366;">dinner</span></a></span> cruises with a lavish buffet, a live DJ for music and dancing as well as coloring books and crayons for the kids.  To purchase tickets, call (866) 404-8439 or visit the Odyssey <span style="color: #993366;"><a href="http://www.odysseycruises.com/WashingtonDC/easter-brunch"><span style="color: #993366;">website</span></a></span> or Spirit of Washington <span style="color: #993366;"><a href="http://spiritofwashington.com/Washington-DC/easterlunch"><span style="color: #993366;">website</span></a></span> for more details on times and prices.  </span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;">New this year, Entertainment Cruises is partnering with the <span style="color: #993366;"><a href="http://www.naaee.net/"><span style="color: #993366;">North American Association for Environmental Education</span></a></span> (NAAEE) in honor of <strong>Earth Day</strong>.  On Sunday, April 22, guests aboard the Oydssey for this specialty Earth Day Brunch Cruise will enjoy a delicious meal while learning from the NAAEE about green energy, environmental initiatives and their upcoming conference.  Guests will also have the opportunity to win a special environmentally-friendly giveaway!  Boarding at 10:45 am, the cruise will sail from 11:30 am – 1:30 pm.  To purchase tickets, call (866) 404-8439 or visit the Odyssey <span style="color: #993366;"><a href="http://www.odysseycruises.com/WashingtonDC/earth-day-brunch-cruise"><span style="color: #993366;">website</span></a></span>.</span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;">Finally, the <strong>Gospel Lunch Cruises</strong> continue into April.  On Saturday, April 14 and April 28, guests aboard the Spirit of Washington will be treated to a bountiful lunch buffet amidst exciting and uplifting gospel music.  Invited to board at 11:00 am, guests will cruise from 11:30 am – 1:30 pm.  Prices start at $49.90 per adult* and $29.95 per child age 3-12*.  On April 14, Entertainment Cruises welcomes special guest <span style="color: #993366;"><a href="http://kevinterryandpredestined.com/"><span style="color: #993366;">Kevin Terry and Predestined</span></a></span> as featured entertainment.  On April 28, the cruise departs later in the afternoon, boarding at 3:30 pm and sailing from 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm.  Dates for the rest of the season include May 12 &amp; 19, June 2 &amp; 9, July 14 &amp; 21, August 11 &amp; 25, September 8 &amp; 22, October 6 &amp; 20 and November 3.  For more information, visit the Spirit of Washington <span style="color: #993366;"><a href="http://groups.entertainmentcruises.com/Washington_DC/Spirit/home"><span style="color: #993366;">website</span></a></span>.</span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;"><em>*Prices do not include fees and service charges.</em><strong><em></em></strong></span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;">For media quality images and more information about any of Entertainment Cruises’ unique ships, contact Jessica Zachar at <span style="color: #993366;"><a href="mailto:jessica@lindarothpr.com"><span style="color: #993366;"><strong>jessica@lindarothpr.com</strong></span></a></span> or Elyse Goldberg at <span style="color: #993366;"><a href="mailto:elyse@lindarothpr.com"><span style="color: #993366;"><strong>elyse@lindarothpr.com</strong></span></a></span><strong>. </strong> </span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">About Entertainment Cruises</span></strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">Chicago-based Entertainment Cruises, Inc. was formed in 2006 when Spirit Cruises LLC, and Premier Yachts Inc., joined forces (www.EntertainmentCruises.com).  The company serves 1.5 million guests annually with a fleet of 24 ships in nine cities – Baltimore; Boston; Chicago; Norfolk, Va.; Philadelphia; National Harbor, MD; New York; Washington, D.C.; and Weehawken, N.J.  Entertainment Cruises’ brand portfolio includes dining and entertainment cruises Odyssey Cruises, Spirit Cruises, Mystic Blue Cruises, and Bateaux New York; Elite Yacht Charters, which offers custom private charters; and Baltimore Harbor Cruises.  Ships are one-, two- and three-deck vessels, and accommodate from 110 to 850 guests, depending on the individual ship, for lunch, dinner and sightseeing cruises year-round.  The company and its products are known for outstanding product quality and service.</span></p>
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