FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- 12/20/02

WHERE TO GO FOR THE SHOW - MW SF Events

Boston, MA. 12/20/02 -- Macworld Expo San Francisco is just over the
holiday hills and The Hess Memorial Macworld Events and Party Page is where
you can find ALL the related events. Even if you don't go to the show,
check the list for related Internet events. There's no reason to be left
out just because you're not in San Francisco! I made the list, so you
should check it twice.

Now in its seventh year (14th show), the Hess MacWorld Events list is *the
only* source for every event and press function held during MacWorld Expo
week in San Francisco, Jan. 6th through Jan. 10th.

All companies, user groups, and web sites are requested to send their
announcements before Sunday, Jan. 5th. Please email any scheduled events,
press conferences, or product information to press@ilenesmachine.com.

Companies are encouraged to post a product announcement or contest on the
"Fun Stuff to See at the Show" page. Please send a 2-line description and
booth number so that users can get a head start on the best booths to
visit. A $10 contribution is requested for these listings and a
contributions link is on the page.

Look for the parties and events at:
http://www.ilenesmachine.com/partylist.shtml (-- Link here

http://www.ilenesmachine.com/macworld/sf03/partylistfunsf03.shtml (-- Fun
Stuff Page (in progress)

http://www.ilenesmachine.com/partyregis.html (-- user registration
for Ilene's Machine notices

Don't forget to tell your staff about the Hess Events List also, so they
can take advantage of all the fun events at the show when on break at the
show or in the office.

These pages are made possible by my dancing fingers and your generous
banner ad support. Two banner spots are still available, so please call
today for more information. Companies not attending the show would do well
to advertise their upcoming Mac OS X products on the page. This is the
*only* web site with pass-along readership!

Special thanks go out to Bare Bones Software, Small Dog Electronics and
ResExcellence for supporting the party list! Please support these vendors.

Users can help support the list by clicking the contributions link in the
yellow box on the Hess Memorial Macworld Events List. Please help if you
can.

Hess Macworld Event Site Comments:
-- "Ilene's MacWorld party list is the ultimate guide for MacWorld events.
Not just for after-show parties, but for press events, vendor meetings, and
almost any other show - related event. I personally find it invaluable in
helping me maximize the use of my time at an expo. " - John Welch, MIT IS,
MacTech, MacJournals and WorkingMac

-- "Trade Shows are a great opportunity to understand what the vendors are
offering to their potential users. Opportunities to network
vendor-to-vendor are paramount to a successful event. The challenge is how
do you network during the conference? The Hess Memorial Party List is the
best venue for connecting to those busy executives with whom you need to
partner and drive business." - Suzanne H. Smith, VP Business Development,
Expand Beyond, Chicago, IL

-- ... readers note that "the Hess Party Events list is an
excellent resource for Macworld Expo events." (MacNN)

-- I had a great time all week thanks to your party list. (University of
Western Ontario)

-- The definitive party list! (Avid Technology)

Background
The author, Ilene Hoffman, is a Macintosh/Internet Consultant and Writer.
This events list was adopted when the original author, Robert Hess, passed
away in 1996. It is a memorial and tribute to his hard work in the
Macintosh community. Services are delivered free to users and supported by
your contributions. Special thanks to Bare Bones Software who has supported
these efforts for the longest time. Ilene Hoffman is available for writing,
PR, marketing, and consulting assignments.

Contact:
Ilene Hoffman
Ilene's Machine Communications
Boston area - 781-608-1398
| press@ilenesmachine.com (press releases only)
| ileneh@ilenesmachine.com (all other email)

Disclaimer: ilene's Machine activities are not formerly affiliated with IDG
Expos, Macworld magazine or any other corporate business entity.