2. “ Quality is never an accident; it is always the result of high intention, sincere effort, intelligent direction and skillful execution. It represents the wise choice of many alternatives.” – Author Unknown

3. Remember Daylight Savings! Sunday, March 11 th 2:00 a.m. Set your clocks ahead 1 hour

4. St. Patty’s Day Themed Lunch Friday, March 16 th The Cafeteria will be serving Corned Beef and Cabbage, Fresh Salmon, Strip Steak, Basil Chicken, Red Potatoes, Asparagus and more! Be sure to stop at the register to pick up your free Chocolate Dessert and to participate in the GOLD COIN CONTEST!

5. Novartis Blood Drive Sign up online at www.redcrossblood.org Click on ‘enter sponsor code’ & enter Novartis Sign up for a new account and register for your preferred time! Contact Carol Lutz with any questions. Tuesday, March 13 th 10:30 AM – 2:30 PM Bloodmobile Bus

6. Novartis 3 on 3 Basketball Register Today!! See your inbox for registration information or contact Wrennie Edwards

7. Thursday, April 5 th vs. the Montreal Canadiens at 7:00 p.m. (Hurricanes hat giveaway to first 10,000 fans) Employees receive 50% off ticket price to select games: Check your inbox for details around purchasing tickets!

8. Discounted Regal Movie Tickets Now Available!! (while supplies last) Tickets are $7.50 a piece. Purchase with your credit card, debit card or Free to Go card at the register in the Cafeteria.

9. The North Carolina Zoo Contact Tori Panetta for passes

10. Meet Angeline Woodson our on-site EAP Guidance Consultant This Wednesday, February 29 th (and every other Wednesday) between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. To make an appointment with Angeline, call her confidential line at (919) 272-6932. Or see your inbox for more details.

11. Register for 2012 Bike MS! See your inbox for more details around joining our team! Chris is going! These ladies registered! Paul is riding! Wrennie signed up!

12. For WINNING the Bike MS Recruiting Challenge!! Congratulations Holly Springs!

13. Dine-In or Take-Out at My Way Tavern on Mondays and 10% of your tab goes toward our Bike MS fundraising efforts!!