As the publisher of the Cubberley & Shaw Maritime Museum News, I have run into a couple of persistent problems which I understand may also occur in the wider realm of museum pubic relations. The first issue is publication of exhibit run dates. All too often I receive press releases which fail to specify when a particlar show is ending. Please be sure to include this information and also keep us informed about extensions or cancellations. The second issue applies to smaller institutions which seek to conserve their limited mailing resources through the use of non-profit mail. My experience has been that 9 times out of 10 the material arrives too late of have any value at all. A low cost post card or, better yet an email message, will go a long way toward ensuring timely inclusion of event listings. Thanks for your consideration. Frank Conahan -ed. Cubberley & Shaw Maritime Museum News PO Box 607 Groton MA 01450-0607 <www.cubshaw.com>