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May 09, 2008

"BFE" By Julia Cho
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Fri & Sat at 8pm, Sun at 4pm

Panny is a typical 14-year-old girl, coping with everyday stuff like family, friends and dating. There's a serial killer on the loose but Panny doesn’t have to worry about being noticed because she’s Asian American. A panoramic view of self-identity and relationships by award-winning Korean American playwright Julia Cho.

General $12
Students/Seniors $8

Reservations Strongly Encouraged – Contact SIS Productions

Or buy tix in advance:
206-325-6500
www.ticketwindowonline.com

Time 8:00 PM

Location: Richard Hugo House
1634 11th Ave
Seattle, WA 98122

Contact: SIS Productions, sis@sis-productions.org, 206-323-9443

Category: Drama

More Info: http:/ / www.sis-productions.org

 
Sex In Seattle: Episodes 4 – 11, Encore Staged Readings
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Fridays & Saturdays at 10pm

Fri 2/22 - Ep 4: New Year Confessions
Sat 2/23 - Ep 5: Intimate Secrets
Fri 2/29 - Ep 6: Vicious Valentines
Sat 3/1 - Ep 7: Graphic Images
Fri 3/7 - Ep 8: Doin' It Again
Sat 3/8 - Ep 9: Little White Lies
Fri 3/14 - Ep 10: Action Fantasies!
Sat 3/15 - Ep 11: The Ultimate Dating Challenge

General $8, Student/Senior $6 (Full-series passes $40/$28)

Reservations Strongly Encouraged – Contact SIS Productions

Or buy tix in advance:
206-325-6500
www.ticketwindowonline.com

Time 10:00 PM

Location: Richard Hugo House
1634 11th Ave
Seattle, WA 98122

Contact: SIS Productions, sis@sis-productions.org, 206-323-9443

Category: Drama

More Info: http:/ / www.sis-productions.org

 

May 10, 2008

NAMI WALKS Washington
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The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) in the state of Washington is holding its annual walk, on Saturday, May 10th, to raise funds for its various affiliates across the state. Funds raised will be used to provide support groups & educational forums for the mentally ill, family & professionals. Please join us for a day that is sure to not only raise funds and awareness about mental illness in our community, but will be great fun!! Washington State Attorney General Rob McKenna will speak & lead off the Walk & afterwards there will be live music by The Rock Candy Band! Show your support join us, its free, lots of prizes.

Time 9:00 AM

Location: Magnuson Park Sand Point Seattle

Sponsor: National Alliance For Mental Illness

Contact: Shana Allen, shana@lments.net, 206-214-7727

Category: Community Fun

More Info: http:/ / www.nami.org/ namiwalks/ WA

 
Native Plant Sale
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Native groundcovers, bulbs, wildflowers, ferns, shrubs & trees---the largest and most diverse sale of Washington natives around! A large selection of books will also be offered, and native plant experts will be on hand to assist shoppers. Map of sale location, call for volunteers, and list of species at www.wnps.org.

Please reduce waste by bringing your own boxes or trays, or purchase reuseable ones at the sale. Come early for best selection, or come later to avoid the crowds!

Time 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Location: Bellevue Botanical Garden, 12001 Main St., Bellevue WA 98005

Sponsor: Washington Native Plant Society

Contact: Linda Ellis, lindaellis@wnps.org, 206-527-3210

Category: Gardens

More Info: http:/ / www.wnps.org

 
Adult Baseball Open Tryouts-PSSBL
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The Puget Sound Senior Baseball League will hold open tryouts for prospective adult players, age 21 and over, during the course of three weekends in March.
These will be held at Bellevue Community College on Saturday, March 8th, Sunday, March 16th, and Saturday, March 22nd, over two sessions. The morning sessions are for ages 21 and over, then at noon for players age 35 and over. There is no fee to tryout.
For more information, view the PSSBL web site at www.pssbl.com, or call 425-957-1430.

Location: Bellevue Community College Baseball Facility

Sponsor: PSSBL

Contact: League Player Agent, playeragent@pssbl.com, 425-957-1430

Category: Etc.

More Info: http:/ / www.pssbl.com

 
Jane Porter - BOOK Signing
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Jane Porter – discusses and signs her newest title “Mrs Perfect”. Author of “Odd Mom Out” and “Flirting With Forty” returns to Borders with her superb sense of characterization, subtle sense of wit, and a great deal of wisdom.

She writes about family and friendship, love and work. Jane Porter's best selling novel ODD MOM OUT has been nominated for a RITA (The Romance Writers of America annual award of excellence) in Best Novel with Strong Romantic Elements category!

Time 2:00 PM

Location: 16549 N.E. 74th St.
Redmond, WA

Sponsor: Redmond Borders Books & Music

Contact: Borders Books & Music, 425-869-1907

Category: Community Fun

More Info: http:/ / www.janeporter.com/

 
Debra Arlyn - Borders Cafe Performance
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Awarded “Best Female Artist of the Year” at the Portland Music Awards, Debra Arlyn has an impressive musical history for her 23 years.

With a dynamic soulful voice, her emotions pour into her music and listeners will be drawn in by Arlyn’s humble demeanor. Drawing praises from Randy Jackson of “American Idol” and a multitude of record labels, she has still managed to maintain her indie status.

Her new CD “Tomorrow Another Day” is available now!

Time 7:00 PM

Location: 2415 4th Avenue W.
Olympia, WA

Sponsor: Olympia Borders Books

Contact: Borders Books & Music, 360-352-3438

Category: Music & Dance

More Info: http:/ / www.myspace.com/ debraarlyn

 
SWAMP SOUL Cajun/Creole/Zydeco Dance Band
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Traditional and contemporary Cajun, Creole, and zydeco dance music from Louisiana.

Multiple waltzes, easy two-steps, varied swing, and sultry Louisiana blues. Much fun for both couples and singles - Always lots of friendly new people to meet and dance with.

Band Website with music samples: http://www.www.swampsoulband.com

COST: $12 (Over 21 only)

Time 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM

Location: The Highliner Pub
3909 18th Avenue West (at Fisherman's Terminal)
Seattle, WA 98119

Sponsor: The Highliner Pub

Contact: The Highliner Pub, thehighlinerpub@hotmail.com, 206-283-2233

Category: Music & Dance

More Info: http:/ / www.highlinerpub.com/

 

May 11, 2008

Mother's Day
 

May 12, 2008

Golf Classic & Auction Benefiting PROVAIL
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Join us for the 2008 Golf Classic & Auction benefiting PROVAIL presented by the Pacific Northwest Insurance Council. Our goal is to raise $150,000 to help children and adults with disabilities live better lives. Help us reach our goal by sponsoring the event. Sponsorship opportunities are available to match your level of interest. Don't miss the chance to play 18 holes of golf at one of the Northwest's premier courses. Sahalee is consistently rated as one of the top 100 golf courses in America and recently hosted PGA stars such as Tiger Woods, Phil Mickelson and Sergio Garcia for the 2002 NEC Invitational.

Time 11:30 AM to 8:00 PM

Location: Sahalee Country Club, Sammamish, WA

Contact: Angela Chapman, angelac@provail.org, 2068261032

Category: Community Fun

More Info: http:/ / www.provail.org/ golf.php

 
Tuning The Air
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A fusion of chamber music and theater. A compelling exploration of improvisations and original works, as well as innovative arrangements of material from Led Zeppelin to Bach, Beatles to the Beach Boys. This acoustic guitar ensemble offers audiences a unique experience of music in an intimate setting.

Time 8:00 PM

Location: Capitol Hill Arts Center
1621 – 12th Ave,
Seattle, WA 98122

Sponsor: Seattle Circle

Contact: Chris Florkowski, info@tuningtheair.com, 206.789.8481

Category: Music & Dance

More Info: http:/ / www.tuningtheair.com

 
Tuning The Air
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A compelling exploration of improvisations and original works, as well as innovative arrangements of material from Zeppelin to Bach, Beatles to the Beach Boys. Eight acoustic guitarists collaborate to offer audiences a unique experience of music in an intimate setting.

“Within the opening moments of Tuning the Air, it's clear that the group has turned traditional guitar performance on its head.”
Seattle Magazine

“A unique live experience that transports you to a place where music is the geography.”
Seattleest.com

Time 8:30 PM

Location: Fremont Abbey Arts Center,
4272 Fremont Ave N,
Seattle, WA 98103

Sponsor: Seattle Circle

Contact: Chris Florkowski, info@tuningtheair.com, 206.789.8481

Category: Music & Dance

More Info: http:/ / www.tuningtheair.com

 

May 14, 2008

All About Albee: Zoo Story & Finding The Sun
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In quiet homage to Albee’s 80th birthday, Stone Soup Theatre presents two of Albee one-acts showcasing his vastly different perspective on American life, death, sex and everything in between.
The Zoo Story brings the iconic characters of Peter and Jerry together on and around that infamous bench in Central Park.
Set on a beach, eight characters ‘looking for the sun’ gradually unfolds a tangled web of relationships that are as bemusing as they are amusing.
Thurs – Sat 8:00pm, Sun Matinees 2:00 pm

Time 8:00 PM

Location: Stone Soup Theatre
4035 Stone Way N
Seattle, WA 98103

Sponsor: Stone Soup Theatre

Contact: Maureen Miko, stonesouptheater@earthlink.net, 206-633-1883

Category: Fine Arts

More Info: http:/ / www.stonesouptheatre.com

 

May 16, 2008

Debra Arlyn - Borders Cafe Performance
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Awarded “Best Female Artist of the Year” at the Portland Music Awards, Debra Arlyn has an impressive musical history for her 23 years.

With a dynamic soulful voice, her emotions pour into her music and listeners will be drawn in by Arlyn’s humble demeanor. Drawing praises from Randy Jackson of “American Idol” and a multitude of record labels, she has still managed to maintain her indie status.

Her new CD “Tomorrow Another Day” is available now!

Time 7:00 PM

Location: 2508 S. 38th St.
Tacoma, WA

Sponsor: Tacoma Borders Books

Contact: Borders Books & Music, 253-473-9111

Category: Music & Dance

More Info: http:/ / www.myspace.com/ debraarlyn

 
"BFE" By Julia Cho
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Fri & Sat at 8pm, Sun at 4pm

Panny is a typical 14-year-old girl, coping with everyday stuff like family, friends and dating. There's a serial killer on the loose but Panny doesn’t have to worry about being noticed because she’s Asian American. A panoramic view of self-identity and relationships by award-winning Korean American playwright Julia Cho.

General $12
Students/Seniors $8

Reservations Strongly Encouraged – Contact SIS Productions

Or buy tix in advance:
206-325-6500
www.ticketwindowonline.com

Time 8:00 PM

Location: Richard Hugo House
1634 11th Ave
Seattle, WA 98122

Contact: SIS Productions, sis@sis-productions.org, 206-323-9443

Category: Drama

More Info: http:/ / www.sis-productions.org

 
Sex In Seattle: Episodes 4 – 11, Encore Staged Readings
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Fridays & Saturdays at 10pm

Fri 2/22 - Ep 4: New Year Confessions
Sat 2/23 - Ep 5: Intimate Secrets
Fri 2/29 - Ep 6: Vicious Valentines
Sat 3/1 - Ep 7: Graphic Images
Fri 3/7 - Ep 8: Doin' It Again
Sat 3/8 - Ep 9: Little White Lies
Fri 3/14 - Ep 10: Action Fantasies!
Sat 3/15 - Ep 11: The Ultimate Dating Challenge

General $8, Student/Senior $6 (Full-series passes $40/$28)

Reservations Strongly Encouraged – Contact SIS Productions

Or buy tix in advance:
206-325-6500
www.ticketwindowonline.com

Time 10:00 PM

Location: Richard Hugo House
1634 11th Ave
Seattle, WA 98122

Contact: SIS Productions, sis@sis-productions.org, 206-323-9443

Category: Drama

More Info: http:/ / www.sis-productions.org

 

May 17, 2008

Adult Baseball Open Tryouts-PSSBL
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The Puget Sound Senior Baseball League will hold open tryouts for prospective adult players, age 21 and over, during the course of three weekends in March.
These will be held at Bellevue Community College on Saturday, March 8th, Sunday, March 16th, and Saturday, March 22nd, over two sessions. The morning sessions are for ages 21 and over, then at noon for players age 35 and over. There is no fee to tryout.
For more information, view the PSSBL web site at www.pssbl.com, or call 425-957-1430.

Location: Bellevue Community College Baseball Facility

Sponsor: PSSBL

Contact: League Player Agent, playeragent@pssbl.com, 425-957-1430

Category: Etc.

More Info: http:/ / www.pssbl.com

 
Burden
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6th Day Dance Company, a Seattle-based contemporary dance company, presents “Burden,”
a collection of new works that explore life’s questions and answers about the purpose of life and death. It will premier on Saturday, May 17, 2008 at 3pm and 8pm at MainSpace Theater 915 E Pine Street Suite 200, Seattle 98122. Tickets are $15 for adults and $12 for seniors over 65 and children under 12. However, this show may not be suitable for children under the age of 6. Tickets can be purchased at the door or in advance via www.sixthdaydance.org or by phone at 206-406-5465

Time 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Location: MainSpace Theater
915 E Pine Street Suite 200
Seattle, WA 98122

Sponsor: 6th Day Dance Company

Contact: Jennifer Rowse, info@sixthdaydance.org, (206) 406-5465

Category: Music & Dance

More Info: http:/ / www.sixthdaydance.org/

 
Orphans Africa Benefit And Concert
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The founders of the nonprofit charity, Orphans Africa, invite you to attend a benefit where they will share their experiences and photos of Africa. Learn about the living conditions in Tanzania, the friendships that they formed, and the challenges of the Tanzanian people to build meaningful lives in a country ravaged by AIDS and malaria, where 2.5 million orphans struggle to survive. A bevy of musicians have graciously offered to showcase their talents for the benefit. Come listen to professional musicians such as Sandy Webb Johnson, composer and pianist, Douglas McCulloch, a member of the Northwest Boychoir, and many others.

Time 7:00 PM

Location: Community Of Christ Church
5555 Phinney Ave N.
Seattle WA 98103
206-782-7114

Sponsor: Orphans Africa

Contact: Liza, liza@orphansafrica.org, 206-321-5588

Category: Public Issues

More Info: http:/ / www.orphansafrica.org

 

May 19, 2008

Tuning The Air
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A fusion of chamber music and theater. A compelling exploration of improvisations and original works, as well as innovative arrangements of material from Led Zeppelin to Bach, Beatles to the Beach Boys. This acoustic guitar ensemble offers audiences a unique experience of music in an intimate setting.

Time 8:00 PM

Location: Capitol Hill Arts Center
1621 – 12th Ave,
Seattle, WA 98122

Sponsor: Seattle Circle

Contact: Chris Florkowski, info@tuningtheair.com, 206.789.8481

Category: Music & Dance

More Info: http:/ / www.tuningtheair.com

 
Tuning The Air
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A compelling exploration of improvisations and original works, as well as innovative arrangements of material from Zeppelin to Bach, Beatles to the Beach Boys. Eight acoustic guitarists collaborate to offer audiences a unique experience of music in an intimate setting.

“Within the opening moments of Tuning the Air, it's clear that the group has turned traditional guitar performance on its head.”
Seattle Magazine

“A unique live experience that transports you to a place where music is the geography.”
Seattleest.com

Time 8:30 PM

Location: Fremont Abbey Arts Center,
4272 Fremont Ave N,
Seattle, WA 98103

Sponsor: Seattle Circle

Contact: Chris Florkowski, info@tuningtheair.com, 206.789.8481

Category: Music & Dance

More Info: http:/ / www.tuningtheair.com

 

May 21, 2008

All About Albee: Zoo Story & Finding The Sun
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In quiet homage to Albee’s 80th birthday, Stone Soup Theatre presents two of Albee one-acts showcasing his vastly different perspective on American life, death, sex and everything in between.
The Zoo Story brings the iconic characters of Peter and Jerry together on and around that infamous bench in Central Park.
Set on a beach, eight characters ‘looking for the sun’ gradually unfolds a tangled web of relationships that are as bemusing as they are amusing.
Thurs – Sat 8:00pm, Sun Matinees 2:00 pm

Time 8:00 PM

Location: Stone Soup Theatre
4035 Stone Way N
Seattle, WA 98103

Sponsor: Stone Soup Theatre

Contact: Maureen Miko, stonesouptheater@earthlink.net, 206-633-1883

Category: Fine Arts

More Info: http:/ / www.stonesouptheatre.com

 

May 22, 2008

"Outside The Box" Stone Soup Theatre's One-Act Playwright Festival
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Stone Soup Theatre presents its second original one act play festival, ‘Outside the Box,’ Thur - Sun, May 22 – June 1. Ten northwest playwrights wrestle with characters that live outside traditional mores - be it physical, mental, spiritual. May 22 – June 1, Thur - Sat at 8 p.m.
Sun Mat at 3 p.m.
FEATURED WRITERS
James Bell, Lyn Coffin, LA Herberlein, Wendy Joseph, Caitlin Gilman, Carl Nelson, Nicola Pearson, PJ Perry, Dave Tucker & Bill Robison
$10 Fri – Sun, $5 Thurs

Time 8:00 PM

Location: Stone Soup Theatre
4035 Stone Way N
Seattle, Wa 98103

Sponsor: Stone Soup Theatre

Contact: Maureen Miko, stonesouptheater@earthlink.net, 206-633-1883

Category: Drama

More Info: http:/ / www.stonesouptheatre.com

 

May 23, 2008

"BFE" By Julia Cho
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Fri & Sat at 8pm, Sun at 4pm

Panny is a typical 14-year-old girl, coping with everyday stuff like family, friends and dating. There's a serial killer on the loose but Panny doesn’t have to worry about being noticed because she’s Asian American. A panoramic view of self-identity and relationships by award-winning Korean American playwright Julia Cho.

General $12
Students/Seniors $8

Reservations Strongly Encouraged – Contact SIS Productions

Or buy tix in advance:
206-325-6500
www.ticketwindowonline.com

Time 8:00 PM

Location: Richard Hugo House
1634 11th Ave
Seattle, WA 98122

Contact: SIS Productions, sis@sis-productions.org, 206-323-9443

Category: Drama

More Info: http:/ / www.sis-productions.org

 
Sex In Seattle: Episodes 4 – 11, Encore Staged Readings
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Fridays & Saturdays at 10pm

Fri 2/22 - Ep 4: New Year Confessions
Sat 2/23 - Ep 5: Intimate Secrets
Fri 2/29 - Ep 6: Vicious Valentines
Sat 3/1 - Ep 7: Graphic Images
Fri 3/7 - Ep 8: Doin' It Again
Sat 3/8 - Ep 9: Little White Lies
Fri 3/14 - Ep 10: Action Fantasies!
Sat 3/15 - Ep 11: The Ultimate Dating Challenge

General $8, Student/Senior $6 (Full-series passes $40/$28)

Reservations Strongly Encouraged – Contact SIS Productions

Or buy tix in advance:
206-325-6500
www.ticketwindowonline.com

Time 10:00 PM

Location: Richard Hugo House
1634 11th Ave
Seattle, WA 98122

Contact: SIS Productions, sis@sis-productions.org, 206-323-9443

Category: Drama

More Info: http:/ / www.sis-productions.org

 

May 24, 2008

Coupeville Memorial Day Parade
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Come to Historic Coupeville on magnificent Whidbey Island to watch this historic parade and remembrance ceremony honoring military personnel past, present and future.
Parade features include the Navy NW Band, US Navy jet
flyover, inspirational speakers including Commanding Officer of Naval Air Station Whidbey Island, vintage cars and free hot dogs.
ENTRY FORMS NOW AVAILABLE, call 360-678-5434, entry forms must be postmarked by April 21st

Time 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM

Location: Downtown Coupeville On Whidbey Island

Sponsor: Central Whidbey Chamber Of Commerce

Contact: Lisa Susan, director@centralwhidbeychamber.com, 360-678-5434

Category: Community Fun

More Info: http:/ / www.centralwhidbeychamber.com

 
Adult Baseball Open Tryouts-PSSBL
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The Puget Sound Senior Baseball League will hold open tryouts for prospective adult players, age 21 and over, during the course of three weekends in March.
These will be held at Bellevue Community College on Saturday, March 8th, Sunday, March 16th, and Saturday, March 22nd, over two sessions. The morning sessions are for ages 21 and over, then at noon for players age 35 and over. There is no fee to tryout.
For more information, view the PSSBL web site at www.pssbl.com, or call 425-957-1430.

Location: Bellevue Community College Baseball Facility

Sponsor: PSSBL

Contact: League Player Agent, playeragent@pssbl.com, 425-957-1430

Category: Etc.

More Info: http:/ / www.pssbl.com

 

May 26, 2008

Memorial Day
(fed holiday)
 
Tuning The Air
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A fusion of chamber music and theater. A compelling exploration of improvisations and original works, as well as innovative arrangements of material from Led Zeppelin to Bach, Beatles to the Beach Boys. This acoustic guitar ensemble offers audiences a unique experience of music in an intimate setting.

Time 8:00 PM

Location: Capitol Hill Arts Center
1621 – 12th Ave,
Seattle, WA 98122

Sponsor: Seattle Circle

Contact: Chris Florkowski, info@tuningtheair.com, 206.789.8481

Category: Music & Dance

More Info: http:/ / www.tuningtheair.com

 
Tuning The Air
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A compelling exploration of improvisations and original works, as well as innovative arrangements of material from Zeppelin to Bach, Beatles to the Beach Boys. Eight acoustic guitarists collaborate to offer audiences a unique experience of music in an intimate setting.

“Within the opening moments of Tuning the Air, it's clear that the group has turned traditional guitar performance on its head.”
Seattle Magazine

“A unique live experience that transports you to a place where music is the geography.”
Seattleest.com

Time 8:30 PM

Location: Fremont Abbey Arts Center,
4272 Fremont Ave N,
Seattle, WA 98103

Sponsor: Seattle Circle

Contact: Chris Florkowski, info@tuningtheair.com, 206.789.8481

Category: Music & Dance

More Info: http:/ / www.tuningtheair.com