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If you are in New Bedford, watch Cable Public Access Channel 95 every Thursday from 8:00 to 9:00 p.m. to view a Branco Events Softball League game! Your announcers are Bob Branco, Frank Smith and/or Sean Sousa, and camera work is provided by Frank Smith, Sean Sousa and/or Minister Paul. The Branco Events Softball League is involved in a new promotion. During each game that we broadcast on Channel 95 in New Bedford, as of Thursday, May 7, I will be asking a trivia question. If anyone guesses the question correctly by calling the Branco Events office, their name will be placed in a drawing for a grand prize package at the end of the regular season. The prize package will consist of a varsity jacket with the words, "I Support Branco Events Softball" on the back, and the winner's name on the front, dinner for two at the Pasta House, and the opportunity to be a guest during one of our play-off game broadcasts. This contest will begin as of the May 7th broadcast on Channel 95. It's obvious that anyone who participates in the contest will be watching Branco Events Softball faithfully, and may tell others to watch the games. Also tune into Sports Round Table, Bob Branco's weekly sports talk show on Cable Public Access Channel 95 every Tuesday at 6 PM. Watch an episode online! **FOR IMMEDIATE
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EDITORS: For review copies or interview requests, contact: Promotional Services Department Tel: 888-728-8467 Fax: 812-961-3133 Email: pressreleases@authorhouse.com (When requesting a review copy, please provide a street address.) As I See It: From a Blind Man's Perspective New Book Presents Author's Own Experiences with Blindness NEW BEDFORD, Mass. - For most of us, it is one of the most unimaginable, frightening afflictions: blindness. In his new book, As I See It: From a Blind Man's Perspective (published by AuthorHouse), Robert Theodore Branco takes readers by the hand, leading them from the light into the dark as he describes how he has adapted to a life without sight. As I See It provides a detailed account of the issues facing blind individuals on two levels. First, Branco discusses his perceptions and personal experiences on topics such as self-esteem, handling money, job discrimination, and the high cost of leading an independent life. In addition he addresses frequently asked questions and sets the record straight on several myths. Second, Branco delves into the facts concerning adaptive technology, legislation protecting the blind, and securing employment. Branco has found that many blind people feel intimidated by the circumstances of their disability, and more importantly, by the lack of effort with which society has embraced them. As I See It chronicles Branco's own struggle to adapt and gain independence in an indifferent, unaccommodating world, and his commitment to remaining positive. Having had partial sight as a child, Branco is in a unique position to assist the reader in understanding what it's like to be blind. It's a skill he acquired at an early age: Indeed, I went through it all! I wish I had been paid one dollar every time I had to tell someone how many fingers they had showing. The whole thing was tedious and quite boring to say the least. I knew what I could see and what I couldn't, but people were so curious to find out that I had to show them. . If I didn't explain this entire process in detail and simply told you that I had partial sight, it might appear as though I had more sight than I actually did. . Although I saw human shapes and lighted signs, I couldn't identify them very often. Despite having a bachelor's degree in finance, Robert Theodore Branco has been out of work more than he'd care to admit, but that has not stopped him from leading an active life. Currently he is the editor of a consumer magazine. He runs a slow-pitch softball league and a league for bowlers with disabilities, and he holds a support group for visually-impaired people. As I See It is his first book. AuthorHouse is the premier book publisher for emerging, self-published authors. For more information, please visit www.authorhouse.com. |
Karl Lamas will be holding try-outs for his softball team, South Coast Design and Construction. For more information, please call 508-994-4972 or 774-319-7811.
The Branco Softball League is planning a few fund raisers, including a yard sale. If you have any questions, please call 508-994-4972 or email us.
Branco Events is an adult co-ed softball league of the greater New Bedford area comprised of 8 teams for adults age 19 and older. Our softball league is open to all adults who wish to participate.
Our mission is to promote sportsmanship and goodwill for competitors and fans of the sport of softball.
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We are a slow-pitch, co-ed adult league, whose players range in age from 17 to 76. Our games are played on two fields this season: Buttonwood Park in New Bedford and Jones Beach field in South Dartmouth. In order to secure the field permits, Branco Events had to raise a lot of money to cover insurance costs, equipment costs, umpire fees, etc. We had a fund-raiser during the winter, however, a great deal of our revenue came from our dedicated sponsors. Each sponsor owns their own team, and has direct input in what goes on the players' uniforms. In return for their investments, the sponsors will be mentioned many times throughout the season in the newspaper, on our web site, and during broadcasts of our games on Channel 95 in New Bedford.
I also have a sports talk show on Channel 95 in New Bedford and on the internet, and I will give a weekly report of the league standings.
If you or someone you know would like to purchase a team, please email me or call the Branco Events office at 508-994-4972.
Funding for Branco Events softball teams is comprised of:
- The Branco Softball League is planning a few fund raisers, including a yard sale. If you have any questions, please call 508-994-4972 or email us.
- Business sponsorships for our team uniforms
- Annual player registration fees that cover general operating expenses including equipment, insurance, and any other miscellaneous items
- Occasional fundraisers such as car washes, yard sales, and other approved activities proposed by team members
- Donations of cash or in kind from individuals or local business
Our game schedule runs from April August. Each team will play 24 games, 3 games against each of the other eight teams. There are also 27 built-in slots throughout the schedule for practice sessions or make-up games.
We play our games every Monday at Buttonwood Park from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays at Jones Beach from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., and on Saturdays at 10:00, 11:45 and 1:30 at Jones Beach.
If you or someone you know would like to contribute to our League, please email me or call 508-994-4972 for further details.
I would like to announce the 2009 awards for the Branco Softball League regular season. If you received an award, or know one of the recipients, please email or call me so that I can invite them to appear at a Championship game for a small ceremony.
Most Valuable Player, Male: Shaine Robles of Tremblay Bus
Most Valuable Player, Female: Megan Giammalvo of Knuckleheads
Pitcher of the Year: Ron Rodrigues of Kat Man Sports
Coach of the Year: Sean Sousa of Tremblay Bus
Most of the Branco Softball playoff games will be aired on New Bedford Cable Access Channel 95 on Thursdays from 8:00 to 9:00 p.m. Sean Sousa, Frank Smith and I will be announcing many of the games, and at times, while Sean is playing in a game, you will hear other announcers, including our first female announcer, Jackie Faith.
Congratulations go out to Nicole Vieira for winning the Branco Softball Trivia Challenge grand prize drawing for 2009. As a result, she wins dinner for two at the Pasta House, a jacket with the words, "I Support Branco Events Softball", and a guest appearance during one of our remaining playoff games.
Here are the final Branco Softball League team standings for the 2009 season.
First Place, Knuckleheads, 20 wins, 3 losses
Second Place, Kat Man Sports, 20 wins, 4 losses
Third Place, Tremblay Bus, 12 wins, 12 losses
Third Place, Car Tunes, 12 wins, 12 losses
Third Place, INDevelopment Designs and Service, 12 wins, 12 losses
Fourth Place, Dick's Sporting Goods, 10 wins, 14 losses
Fourth Place, Rua's Pizza, 10 wins, 14 losses
Fifth Place, Majestic Movers, 8 wins, 16 losses
Sixth Place, John A. Sylvia III Masonry and Home Improvements, 1 win, 22 losses
You probably noticed that two teams did not play 24 games. On Saturday, August 29, Knuckleheads and Masonry were scheduled to play a "meaningless" game, and when it was rained out, all the parties involved agreed that it did not have to be rescheduled.
Branco Events
359 Coggeshall St.
New Bedford, MA
02746
Tel.: 508.994.4972
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Below is a list of teams and their coaches.
- Knuckleheads Bar and Grill, coached by Derek Sylvia
- Dick's Sporting Goods, coached by Mario Riber
- Rua's Pizza, coached by Skip Goulart and Rick Medeiro
- Car Tunes, coached by Brian Berube, Chris Wallace and Kevin Allain
- Kat Man Sports, coached by Ron Rodrigues and Josh Fortin
- Magestic Movers, coached by Brian Hickey and Josh Hathaway
- Tremblay Bus, coached by Sean Sousa and Rick Marshall
- INDevelopment Designs and Service, coached by Cote Bergeron
- John A. Sylvia III Masonry and Home Improvement, coached by Lisa Sylvia
I belonged to many community-minded organizations over the years, and became well-versed in coordinating activities. I ran trips, dances, workshops, class reunions, surprise parties, talent shows, candy sales, car washes, Christmas parties, bowling leagues, softball teams, etc. When I started Branco Events, I was quite confident that my personal experience in planning activities would serve to benefit the business a great deal, and help it become a complete success. As you continue to look through my web sight, you will probably have questions, comments and opinions. Please submit them to me at branco182@worldnet.att.net.
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EDITORS: For review copies or interview requests, contact:
Promotional Services Department
Tel: 888-728-8467 Fax: 812-961-3133 Email: pressreleases@authorhouse.com (When requesting a review copy, please provide a street address.)
As I See It: From a Blind Man's Perspective
New Book Presents Author's Own Experiences with Blindness
NEW BEDFORD, Mass. - For most of us, it is one of the most unimaginable, frightening afflictions: blindness. In his new book, As I See It: From a Blind Man's Perspective (published by AuthorHouse), Robert Theodore Branco takes readers by the hand, leading them from the light into the dark as he describes how he has adapted to a life without sight.
As I See It provides a detailed account of the issues facing blind individuals on two levels. First, Branco discusses his perceptions and personal experiences on topics such as self-esteem, handling money, job discrimination, and the high cost of leading an independent life. In addition he addresses frequently asked questions and sets the record straight on several myths. Second, Branco delves into the facts concerning adaptive technology, legislation protecting the blind, and securing employment.
Branco has found that many blind people feel intimidated by the circumstances of their disability, and more importantly, by the lack of effort with which society has embraced them. As I See It chronicles Branco's own struggle to adapt and gain independence in an indifferent, unaccommodating world, and his commitment to remaining positive.
Having had partial sight as a child, Branco is in a unique position to assist the reader in understanding what it's like to be blind. It's a skill he acquired at an early age:
Indeed, I went through it all! I wish I had been paid one dollar every time I had to tell someone how many fingers they had showing. The whole thing was tedious and quite boring to say the least. I knew what I could see and what I couldn't, but people were so curious to find out that I had to show them. . If I didn't explain this entire process in detail and simply told you that I had partial sight, it might appear as though I had more sight than I actually did. . Although I saw human shapes and lighted signs, I couldn't identify them very often.
Despite having a bachelor's degree in finance, Robert Theodore Branco has been out of work more than he'd care to admit, but that has not stopped him from leading an active life. Currently he is the editor of a consumer magazine. He runs a slow-pitch softball league and a league for bowlers with disabilities, and he holds a support group for visually-impaired people. As I See It is his first book.
AuthorHouse is the premier book publisher for emerging, self-published authors. For more information, please visit www.authorhouse.com.
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