Upcoming travel:

I'll be visiting or attending events in the following places:

May 28-June 1 BEA Los Angeles

June 12-14 Gaylord National, Oxon Hill, MD

August 5-8 MATPRA, Annapolis, MD

Let me know if you'll be there so we can say "hi!"

What's New?

New JudyColbert.com site under construction

Work is underway, as I type, on updating my site. Links are being fixed. New features, including the ability for you to purchase books through Amazon.com, are being added and resources to help you in your personal and prorfessional life. Look for the final launch by the end of May, 2008. Let me know what you think and what should be added. Just click here to send an email.

Smart Shopping Baltimore Washington

May 2008 -- Want to know where to find gluten-free baked goods or someone to repair your typewriter? Check my forthcoming book, Smart Shopping Baltimore Washington, scheduled for a Fall 2008 release.

Even if you don't live in this area, it will help you find the necessary goods and services where you live.

Although there are almost 800 listings, there's sure to be a treasure I overlooked. Please let me know about your favorite shop or service by writing to Smart Shopping Baltimore Washington.

Smart Shopping Baltimore Washington is published by the Stan and Sandra Posner, the people who bring you Smart Shopping Montreal and Drive I-95.

Specialty Coffee Retailer

Okay, it's a trade publication and it probably isn't on your subscription list. I'm just letting you know the June issue features an article I wrote about what's new in POS (point of sale) technology for coffee shops and coffee houses.

Virginia Off the Beaten Path

The 10th edition of my Virginia Off the Beaten Path guidebook should be in your favorite store this fall. I've updated lots of my favorite places and included some wonderful new things to see and do, off the Interstate. Note to foodies, the Route 11 Potato Chip factory is moving a few miles south to Mount Jackson. The viewing room should be open later this year, so you'll once again (or for the first time) be able to watch chips being made. Also, Maj. (ret.) Rich Spooner and his wife, Gloria, are moving their famed Globe and Laurel restaurant from the Triangle location (road widening) to a Stafford location. Look for the opening on June 2.