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To: All Factory Staff From: Karl Whitmore, Operations Manager Date: 14 March Subject: Staff Appreciation Luncheon Over the past several months, our entire team completed one of the most demanding production seasons on record. Your ___131___ effort made this result possible. To recognize everyone who helped us reach this ___132___, management is hosting an appreciation luncheon here at Ridgemark Apparel. The event will take place in the main hall on the final Friday of the month. A complete meal and refreshments will be provided at no charge. ___133___. Work shifts will be adjusted that day so that every employee can attend without losing pay. There is nothing you need to bring, and no cost will fall to you. Please tell your supervisor by next Wednesday whether you plan to join us, so that we ___134___ enough seating for the entire staff. Thank you again for your hard work. We look forward to celebrating together.

Join the Brackley Art Supply Co. Rewards Club! Are you a painter, sketcher, or crafter who visits us often? This month we are ___135___ a brand-new loyalty program designed for our most dedicated shoppers. Members earn points on every purchase and unlock greater ___136___ the longer they stay enrolled. Over time, these rewards add up to meaningful savings on the materials you use most. To celebrate the launch, we are offering a ___137___ discount of fifteen percent on your first qualifying order when you sign up before June 30. Enrolling takes only a minute at our front counter or on our website. Present your membership code at checkout to claim the offer. ___138___. We look forward to rewarding your creativity all year long.

To: All Sales-Floor Staff From: Tomás Herrera, Floor Manager Re: Extended Holiday Hours Date: November 12 The weeks leading up to the winter holidays are our busiest of the year, and we expect a steady increase in shoppers. Beginning December 1, the showroom will stay open two hours later each evening. This change will be ___139___, lasting only through the end of December. ___140___. Please review the posted shift chart and indicate which extra evenings you can work by November 20. ___141___, we will confirm the final schedule and post it in the break room. If you have questions about the new hours, speak with Rachel Okafor at the service desk. She is responsible for ___142___ the additional shifts and answering any scheduling concerns.

March 12 Mr. Nathan Baird 48 Larch Street Calderton, OH 44018 Dear Mr. Baird, Thank you for your recent inquiry about the charge on your February statement. We ___143___ your account in full. Since receiving your message, our billing team has examined each of your recent payments. After this review, we confirmed that a billing ___144___ had indeed occurred, and the amount you were charged has been corrected. The overcharged sum will be credited to your account within five business days. ___145___, your next statement will reflect a lower balance than usual. We have enclosed a corrected copy of your February statement, which shows the adjusted total for your records. Should you need any additional information, please contact our customer service office at any time. ___146___. Sincerely, Paula Okoro Calder Valley Energy

Elmswood Planetarium — Our Renovated Dome Theater Is Open Again We are delighted to welcome you back to the Elmswood Planetarium dome theater, which has reopened following a three-month renovation. Our long-standing theater has been thoroughly updated to give you a fresh viewing experience. At the heart of the update is a new digital projection system. It displays each show with far greater sharpness and detail, so the stars and planets on the dome appear crisper and more lifelike than before. The theater seats 90 guests and presents shows every afternoon and evening. Reserve your seats through our website and join us beneath the night sky.

From: Windmere Audio Member Team To: Nathaniel Dawes Subject: A new collection is now part of your membership Dear Mr. Dawes, As a current member of Windmere Audio, you and thousands of fellow listeners now have access to a newly added collection at no extra cost to your account. Selection: 40 recent titles spanning mystery and travel writing Recordings: performed entirely by professional narrators Listening: continuous playback with no advertisements between chapters To begin, open the New Additions menu from your account home screen. These titles were gathered in partnership with several independent bookshops. Thank you for listening with us. The Windmere Audio Member Team

Now Open: The Refreshment Bar in the Fourth-Floor Staff Lounge A complimentary self-service refreshment bar is now available in the fourth-floor staff lounge, effective Monday, June 3. --[1]-- All employees are welcome to help themselves throughout the workday at no charge. The bar is open from 7:30 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. on every business day. --[2]-- Our team restocks the coffee, tea, and snack selection twice each day, once in the early morning and again just after lunch, so fresh items are available in both halves of the day. A full inventory count and deep clean of the counters is carried out once a week, and packaged supplies are delivered from our vendor once a month. --[3]-- Each day between 1:00 P.M. and 1:30 P.M., the bar is closed briefly while the machines are cleaned and sanitized, so please plan around this short window. When using the bar, rinse any shared mugs after use and report empty containers to the front desk. --[4]-- Questions may be directed to Nadine Kessler at extension 214. Workplace Services Team, Dunbar Group

Introducing Custom Photo Books at Willowmere Photo & Print! We are excited to launch our brand-new photo-book creation service. Gather your favorite images and let us turn them into a keepsake you will treasure for years. Choose from three finishes: softcover, hardcover, and premium layflat. Each is offered in a range of sizes to suit any occasion. Getting started is simple. Bring your prints to our front counter, or upload your images from home through our website, whichever is more convenient for you. Once your order is placed, your finished book will be ready in just five business days. Books start at only $22, and every first-time order includes a free gift box. Stop in today and begin your first album! Willowmere Photo & Print, 48 Larch Street. Open Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Call 555-0193.

SHARP KNIVES, RIGHT AT YOUR DOOR Truedge Mobile Sharpening drives directly into your neighborhood, so a dull blade never means a trip across town. For more than fifteen years, we have kept household kitchens across the region cutting cleanly and safely, serving residents rather than restaurants or trade suppliers. Each week our van visits Marden Heights on Tuesdays, Coldbrook on Thursdays, and Ferrywood on Saturdays. A standard kitchen knife is sharpened for only eight dollars, with scissors and garden tools also welcome. Visit www.truedgesharpening.example to check when our van will next reach your area, then set out anything that needs sharpening. Truedge Mobile Sharpening

Home Delivery and Installation Service — Meadowbrook Appliance Center Rating: 4 out of 5 stars Posted by newkitchen_beth on March 14 Last month I finally replaced the dishwasher that came with my apartment, and I bought a new one from Meadowbrook Appliance Center. --[1]--. I am posting this because helpful reviews made my own decision much easier, and I want to do the same for other shoppers. The crew arrived right at the start of the promised window and began with my old machine, which had rusted along the base and leaked whenever it ran. --[2]--. They wrapped it in a blanket and carried it out without marking a single wall. The new unit is a Northvale Appliances model, and that company's factory is known for its quiet, low-energy designs. --[3]--. The two installers connected it, ran a test cycle, and explained every setting before they left. The entire setup took about forty minutes. My one small complaint is that they left the empty cardboard boxes for me to break down and throw out myself. --[4]--. Overall, a smooth experience — recommended for anyone who would rather not install a heavy appliance alone.

Cranmore Aquatic Center Notice to Visitors: Opening of the Cascade Wing We are pleased to announce that the Cascade Wing will open to the public on March 14. This new addition nearly doubles the swimming space available at our facility. Over the past three years, annual visits to Cranmore have risen from 84,000 to 121,000. On weekends, all six lanes of the main pool are regularly full, and many visitors have had to wait for space or return during quieter hours. The Cascade Wing has been designed with these visitors in mind. Cranmore is now recognized as the busiest public aquatic center in the region, and we remain committed to keeping our facilities open and welcoming to swimmers of every age and ability. The new wing offers the following: - a warm-water therapy pool for gentle exercise - a shallow splash pool for young children - a poolside café with indoor and outdoor seating - family changing rooms with step-free access For opening-day details and session times, please contact Member Services at 555-0142 or ask staff at the front desk. Gregory Nash Center Manager, Cranmore Aquatic Center

Oakvale Food Cooperative — A Community-Owned Grocery Welcome! This page is for anyone thinking about shopping with us as a member. Below you will find how our cooperative works and the simple steps to join. How our co-op works Oakvale is owned by the people who shop here. Since we opened in 2009, our members have shared in the decisions that shape the store, from the products we stock to the local farms we partner with. Members are not employees; they are neighbors who help guide the store and buy their weekly groceries here. Today more than 1,200 households hold a membership. Two years ago, members funded a new solar roof, which now supplies part of our electricity. All members also receive a monthly newsletter and reduced prices on cooking workshops. A shared goal this year This year we are working to open a fresh bakery counter at the back of the store. Building it is a demanding project that cannot be finished by staff alone. It will require both contributions from members and hours of volunteer help. We expect the counter to open before the end of the year, offering bread baked on site each morning. Becoming a member Joining is easy. First, complete a short form at the customer service desk. Second, pay a one-time equity share of $25, which is refunded if you ever decide to leave. Third, attend a brief orientation so you understand how the store runs. There is no monthly charge, and your share makes you a part-owner right away. Store hours: Monday to Saturday, 8:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M. Questions? Speak with any staff member or stop by the service desk. We look forward to welcoming you.

Group thread: Kitchen Team — Cobblestone Catering Bridget [06:48]: Morning, everyone. I came in a full hour before my usual start to get ahead on the prep for today's luncheon. One problem though — I just checked the cooler, and the crate of fresh basil never arrived with yesterday's produce delivery. Andre [06:52]: That's not good. The whole tomato salad is built around the basil, and we're plating ninety portions for the noon sitting. Lorna [06:55]: Don't panic. We've still got a full case of arugula left over from Tuesday. We could fold that into the salad in place of the basil. Bridget [06:56]: That will work just as well. Andre [06:59]: Good thinking. I handle all the produce ordering for the kitchen, so I'll call the farm, let them know the basil crate was left off the truck, and ask them to credit the account. Lorna [07:01]: Great. I'll rinse and portion the arugula right now — it'll be ready well before nine. One more thing: do you want me to set aside a dozen plates without dressing for the vegetarian guests? Andre [07:03]: Yes, keep twelve aside. Bridget, once the arugula is in, can you taste the dressing again? It might need a little less lemon than usual. Bridget [07:05]: Will do. Confirmed on my end — we're on track for the noon service.

Celebrate Big at Skyleap Trampoline Park! Searching for an exciting place to gather your friends, teammates, or family? At Skyleap Trampoline Park, our group event packages turn any occasion into an afternoon of bouncing, games, and laughter. Simply choose the option below that best suits your party, and leave the rest to our team. Package Group size Included features Bounce Basic Up to 10 guests 60 minutes of open jump time and a reserved seating area Party Plus 11 to 20 guests 90 minutes of jump time, a dedicated party host, and pizza with drinks Grand Celebration 21 to 30 guests Two hours of jump time, a private room, a host, a full meal, and a souvenir photo Good to know: every package includes grip socks and full use of our safety gear, and all jumpers receive a short orientation from our staff. Once you have chosen a package, we can hold your preferred time slot for 48 hours before a deposit is required. Larger groups of more than thirty can also be arranged by calling ahead. Ready to make it official? Book online or call our events coordinator, Miriam Colwell, to lock in your date before weekend slots fill up. Skyleap Trampoline Park 18 Denholm Avenue, Weldon Phone: 555-0148 www.skyleapjump.example

Fairwind Marina Group — Seasonal Berth Rental Rates Fairwind Marina Group manages recreational boat berths at three coastal harbors and offers the following packages for the full season. Package Maximum length Seasonal fee Included services Harbor site Submit with request Coveside Up to 8 meters $1,450 Dock power and water hookup Weyford (fuel dock on site) Vessel registration; signed berth agreement Bayfront Up to 12 meters $2,100 Dock power, water hookup, weekly hull check Stanmoor (repair-and-refit yard on site) Vessel registration; signed berth agreement Deepwater Up to 16 meters $2,900 Dock power, water hookup, weekly hull check, winter haul-out Bellhaven (visitor moorings on site) Vessel registration; signed berth agreement Proof of current vessel insurance must accompany every reservation request, whichever package is chosen. A refundable security deposit is collected when the vessel first arrives at its berth. Requests are processed in the order received, and berths at each site are limited. For assistance, contact the Fairwind Marina Group booking office in Redcliff. ---------------------- To: Fairwind Marina Group Booking Office From: Douglas Prentice Date: March 3 Subject: Seasonal berth reservation — Deepwater Package Good morning, I am writing to reserve a seasonal berth for my sailboat, the Seaflower, under the Deepwater Package at your Bellhaven harbor. The vessel measures fourteen meters, which is comfortably within the length allowed for that package, and I would like the berth for the whole season. I have attached the three items needed to secure the reservation: my vessel registration certificate, the signed berth agreement, and current proof of insurance. If anything further is required before you confirm the booking, please let me know and I will send it right away. My boat is presently kept at Northmoor, and I plan to bring it around a few days before the season opens. I will also be attending the regional boat show being held near your repair-and-refit yard later this month, so I would be glad to stop by the office in person while I am in the area. With thanks, Douglas Prentice Boat owner Direct line: 555-0148

Workshop Spotlight Cut, Stitch, Repeat By Rebecca Lyle A quiet studio in Braxton is teaching newcomers to make their own leather goods entirely by hand. On a side street in Braxton, behind the wide windows of Thornbury Leather Studio, a row of visitors bend over their workbenches, pressing needles through strips of tan hide. None of them had made anything from leather before this month, and that is exactly the point. This spring the studio began offering a set of hands-on workshops built for complete beginners, and the seats have been filling quickly. The program is arranged in three levels. First Stitch, the entry point, is a single two-hour session that requires no experience and sends participants home with a finished card holder. Everyday Carry runs across two evenings and guides makers through cutting, dyeing, and assembling a folded wallet. The longest option, Satchel Studio, fills a full weekend and ends with a completed shoulder bag. Each level draws a different sort of visitor, from the curious first-timer to the hobbyist ready for a larger project. Tools and materials are provided at every level. Every session is led in person by Julian Reyes, who opened the studio after spending three years apprenticing with a saddlemaker in Florence. "I was taught slowly, by hand, and that is how I teach here," Reyes said. "People are surprised by how much they can finish in one sitting once someone shows them where to place the needle." Classes run on weekday evenings and weekends, and places can be reserved through the studio's website. Reyes recommends First Stitch as a starting point for anyone unsure whether the craft suits them. ---------------------- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars Workshop attended: First Stitch Would recommend: Yes Review title: Made something real in one afternoon Posted by: newtocraft_gina Date: May 14 I booked the shortest class on the list because I only wanted to find out whether making things by hand was for me, and I had never picked up a leather tool in my life. Two hours later I walked out with a card holder that I had cut and stitched myself. The person leading the session was endlessly patient. At one point he mentioned that he had been shaping and repairing leather since he was a boy, and it showed in the way he fixed our mistakes without ever taking the work out of our hands. The studio sits inside an old glove factory just a few streets from my apartment, one I had walked past for years without going in. I am already looking at signing up for the wallet class next. Was this review helpful? 22 of 24 readers said yes.

Caldermoor Business Internet Home / Business Plans / Compare and Sign Up Caldermoor Business Internet provides dependable connections built for small and growing companies across the region. Every plan includes free installation and around-the-clock technical support. Compare our four plans below and choose the monthly rate that matches your contract length. Plan Included features 1-year term (per month) 2-year term (per month) Basic 50 Mbps, standard support $60 $50 Standard 200 Mbps, standard support $95 $80 Advanced 500 Mbps, priority support $140 $120 Premier 1,000 Mbps, priority support, fixed address $210 $185 Premier customers also receive a complimentary on-site network review by one of our engineers each year. To sign up: (1) Select a plan and a contract term. (2) Complete the online order form. (3) Book an installation date. (4) Receive a written confirmation of your account. Questions? Speak with a sales agent through our live chat window, open weekdays from 8 A.M. to 6 P.M. ---------------------- Live chat session with Rosa Penrose, Sales Agent. Tuesday, 10:15 A.M. Rosa Penrose: Good morning, and welcome to Caldermoor. How can I help you today? Helen Ridgeway: Hello. I run a veterinary clinic, and we are moving into a larger building next month, so I need to arrange a new internet plan. Rosa Penrose: Congratulations on the move. Were you referred to us, or did you find us online? Helen Ridgeway: Owen at Holbeck Bakery recommended you. He has been very happy with his service. Rosa Penrose: Wonderful. What sort of speed and budget did you have in mind? Helen Ridgeway: We handle a lot of digital records and video consultations, so I would want at least 200 Mbps. I would like to keep the cost under $100 a month. Rosa Penrose: That is easily done. Would you prefer a one-year or a two-year agreement? Helen Ridgeway: A two-year term, since we plan to stay in the new building for a good while. Rosa Penrose: Understood. I will note your requirements and send you a link to the order form. ---------------------- To: Owen Holbeck, Holbeck Bakery From: Priscilla Hart, Account Services Subject: Your Renewal Is Confirmed Date: October 14 Account Reference: CM-4471 Dear Mr. Holbeck, Thank you for renewing your Premier plan for another two years. Your service will continue without interruption, and your monthly rate stays the same as before. We are also grateful that you recommended us to Dr. Helen Ridgeway of Ridgeway Veterinary Clinic. Personal referrals mean a great deal to a small provider like ours. If you have any questions about your account, please reply to this message or call our office. Kind regards, Priscilla Hart Account Services, Caldermoor Business Internet support@caldermoor.example

Halstead Commercial Flooring Professional flooring installation for retail and commercial premises across the Fairhaven area. Standard Install — Code FL-100 Includes: carpet tile laying, basic floor cleaning Coverage: up to 100 square meters Completion: 2 working days Retail Fit — Code FL-200 Includes: vinyl plank flooring, subfloor leveling, edge trim finishing Coverage: up to 250 square meters Completion: 4 working days Premium Commercial — Code FL-300 Includes: polished stone flooring, moisture sealing, edge trim finishing Coverage: up to 500 square meters Completion: 7 working days Full Refit — Code FL-400 Includes: all premium surfaces, custom design work, moisture sealing Coverage: no area limit Completion: scheduled to the project Free on-site estimate: included with any package of FL-200 or higher, provided the premises lie within our Fairhaven service area and the visit is booked at least two weeks in advance. Purchases of FL-100 are charged a separate measurement fee. To book, call our office or visit any Halstead branch. ---------------------- From: Gordon Fairlie To: Marguerite Vance Date: March 3 Subject: Your booked measurement visit Dear Ms. Vance, Thank you for booking with Halstead Commercial Flooring. This message confirms your on-site measurement visit at your new Westport store on March 14. Our team will measure the sales floor and inspect the subfloor before installation. To help us prepare, please reply with details of the existing floor surface now in the space, including its material and general condition. This tells us whether any extra leveling work will be needed before your chosen package is scheduled. Once we have your reply, we will confirm the final installation date. Gordon Fairlie Scheduling Coordinator, Halstead Commercial Flooring Booking reference: BK-2291 ---------------------- A Fresh Look for Ashcombe Kitchen and Table By Damien Cross, Westport When Ashcombe Kitchen and Table opened its newest branch in Westport last month, shoppers found more than the cookware and tableware the company has built its name on. The retailer, which has run its established stores in Redmill for more than a decade, picked Westport for its latest expansion and is said to be weighing a further store in Northgate. Owner Marguerite Vance credited the store's bright new look partly to its flooring. Contractors laid durable vinyl plank across roughly 200 square meters of sales floor, leveled the subfloor beneath it, and finished every edge with matching trim — all completed in four working days. "The floor makes the whole space feel finished," Vance said. "Customers notice it the moment they walk in."

Amberline Furniture Restoration Autumn Renewal Event To our returning clients: thank you for trusting us with your treasured pieces year after year. As a small studio, we owe our reputation to customers who come back to us. Book a restoration job of three or more pieces before October 15, for work carried out between November 1 and December 20, and choose one complimentary add-on service: (A) Protective wax finish - keeps restored surfaces resistant to moisture and everyday marks. (B) Hardware polishing - brings a fresh shine to original handles, hinges, and locks. (C) New fabric seat covering - replaces worn upholstery on one chair or bench. (D) Pickup and return delivery within the Millbrook area, free of charge. Add-on selections are subject to availability at the time your booking is scheduled. Reserve your place at www.amberlinerestoration.example. ---------------------- Restoration Booking Request Booking Reference: RF-3072 Date Submitted: October 9 Client Name: Gerald Foster Phone: 555-0148 Email: gfoster@mailexample.com Preferred Drop-off Date: November 6 Requested Add-on: (C) New fabric seat covering Item Condition Service Requested Oak dining table Scratched top Refinishing Walnut armchair Worn upholstery, loose joint Reupholstery and repair Pine bookcase Faded, chipped edges Restaining Preferences: Please reach me by email. I would like all pieces returned before the winter holidays. ---------------------- Subject: Booking Reference RF-3072 - Confirmation Date: October 12 To: Gerald Foster From: Lydia Crane Dear Mr. Foster, Thank you for booking three pieces with us this season. Your job qualifies for a complimentary add-on under our Autumn Renewal Event, and we have you scheduled with a drop-off on November 6. Unfortunately, our upholstery supplier cannot provide seat covering during this period, so the fabric option you requested is not available. In its place, and at no charge, we will apply a treatment that keeps the finished surfaces resistant to moisture and everyday marks. To thank you for your continued business, I would also like to offer you a 15 percent discount on your next restoration booking. Kind regards, Lydia Crane Studio Manager, Amberline Furniture Restoration Direct line: 555-0192