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Church of Scientology Nashville Shares Human Rights Education for International Day of Tolerance

Tennessee United for Human Rights spreads its message through educational tools, hard-hitting videos, and inspirational messages. - November 26, 2021 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville

Statement from the Catholic Community of Waukesha

Statement from the Catholic Community of Waukesha regarding the tragic event that took place at the Waukesha Christmas parade on November 21st and updates on injured members. Information for donations to the Parade Family Support Fund. - November 24, 2021 - Catholic Community of Waukesha

Longbridge Financial Partners with Feeding America for Thanksgiving Promotion

Longbridge Financial, a national reverse mortgage lender and servicer, has partnered with US hunger relief organization, Feeding America in support of the 38 million Americans, including 12 million children, struggling with hunger. Longbridge will make a $25 donation for every retail loan... - November 24, 2021 - Longbridge Financial

Best Online Video Advertising Campaigns to be Named by Web Marketing Association

The Web Marketing Association will name the Best Online Video Advertising in 86 industries as part of their 20th annual Internet Advertising Competition (IAC) Awards. Companies or agencies wishing to nominate their video work may do so at www.IACAward.org before the deadline of January 31, 2022. - November 23, 2021 - Web Marketing Association

Gay, Disabled Texas Man Files Federal Employment Discrimination Lawsuit Against Mortgage Giant LoanDepot & Its Founder/CEO Anthony Hsieh

LoanDepot, Inc. and its Founder/CEO Anthony Hsieh have been sued in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas by Trevor Dickens, a gay, disabled man, allegedly a former LoanDepot employee who was subjected to discrimination based on his disabilities and sexual orientation while employed at LoanDepot's Plano, Texas office. - November 22, 2021 - Robinius, Epsinosa & Wietzel

ArmeniaFund Will Host 24th Annual International Thanksgiving Day Telethon in Support of Urgent Humanitarian Aid & Recovery of Communities in Armenia and Artsakh

ArmeniaFund, a 501C3 Charitable Organization, will host its 24th Annual International Thanksgiving Day Telethon 2021 on November 25 from 4pm-8pm PST in support of the ongoing recovery efforts comprising of emergency humanitarian aid; housing construction; medical relief; vital infrastructure repairs, including road repairs; cultural-recovery programs; including counseling, schooling, education and children's enrichment services for close to 100,000 persons displaced by last year's 44-day War. - November 22, 2021 - ArmeniaFund

Preeminent Futurist Claire A. Nelson, Phd., Moderates at HBCU Research and Innovation Week Forum

Clarie A. Nelson, Ph.D., preeminent futurist and author of SMART Futures for a Flourishing World: A Paradigm Shift for Achieving Global Sustainability, engaged audiences about the future of the Historically Black College and University (HBCU) during HBCU Research and Innovation earlier this week. The five-day virtual event took place from November 15 to 19. Sponsored by notable technology companies such as Google, Deloitte and Zoom along with the White House Initiative on HBCUs. - November 22, 2021 - Dr. Claire A. Nelson

Best Social Media Campaigns to Be Named by Web Marketing Association

The Web Marketing Association will name the Best Social Media Campaigns in 86 industries as part of their 20th annual Internet Advertising Competition (IAC) Awards. Anyone wishing to nominate their social media work for consideration may do so at www.IACAward.org before the deadline of January 30, 2022. - November 22, 2021 - Web Marketing Association

Bunny’s Birthday Bash - Bunny’s Flowers in Partnership with God’s Love We Deliver

Bunny Flower’s, in partnership with God’s Love We Deliver, launch a birthday bake sale fundraiser to honor the life and legacy of Ricelle "Bunny" Grossinger, through the Bunny’s Wish Program where funds will be raised with a goal to provide 1,000 birthday cakes to God's Love clients in her remembrance. - November 22, 2021 - Bunny's Flowers

What Will Happen on 2021 Black Friday in Nadula Hair?

This Black Friday 2021, get various wig offers on Nadula Hair from November 22-25, 2021. Nadula is an international human hair wig brand that deals in lavish hair products. They provide different innovations as well as creations since their inception. This Black Friday 2021, Nadula has come up with... - November 20, 2021 - Nadula

GHME Productions, LLC Announces the Release of the Feature Film “GENERATIONS”

The film, GENERATIONS, is a drama written, directed and produced by a woman owned mother/daughter team. It presents a snapshot of real life, where three generations of Wright women are reunited and forced to heal strained relationships. The exclusive premiere is on Wednesday, December 1, 2021, at 7:00 p.m. at Cinevision Corporation Atlanta. The film will also be streamed on Amazon Prime Video and more starting early December. - November 20, 2021 - GHME Productions

David Blaze Launches New Superhero Book for Kids

"Select Your Superpower" is an interactive adventure for middle graders. Children can become faster, stronger, invisible and can teleport, walk through walls, freeze time and even shape-shift into a marvelous creature. It’s all up to them! - November 19, 2021 - David Blaze

Soldiers’ Angels Home of the Brave Corporate Sponsors Shared Their Gratitude Throughout Veterans Day Week 2021

Employees from seven sponsoring corporations volunteered to honor veterans at Veterans Affairs Medical Center facilities across the country through Home of the Brave. - November 18, 2021 - Soldiers' Angels

RDSI Receives 2021 HIRE Vets Medallion Award from US Department of Labor

RDSI, a 30 plus year company serving the defense industry, has earned a Gold Medallion from HIRE Vets for its commitment to recruiting, employing and retaining America's Heroes. - November 18, 2021 - Research and Development Solutions Inc.

Navajo Power Nears Completion on $10 Million Fundraising Round

$3 million investment by W.K. Kellogg Foundation the cornerstone of a landmark deal that furthers Navajo Power's mission of lifting up Tribal communities through the development of clean energy projects on Tribal land. - November 17, 2021 - Navajo Power

Victor George Vodka Owner Awarded 2.4 Million Dollars to Build Fort Lauderdale's First Black Owned Distillery

One of the fastest growing Black owned vodka brands in the U.S. building distillery in Florida. - November 17, 2021 - Victor George Spirits LLC

Half a Million Nails: Habitat for Humanity Team Build Celebrates Milestone Roof Install in Stanton, California

Antis Roofing and partner Eagle Roofing Products drove their 500,000th nail into donated roofing last month, establishing their long-term commitment to Habitat for Humanity in Southern California. - November 17, 2021 - Antis Roofing and Waterproofing

"The Polish Cooking Show" Finds Perfect Hosts in Chicago Polish-American Duo

What do you look for when you are casting talent for a cooking show? Not only do they have to know their way around a kitchen, successful cooking show hosts need to have chemistry with the camera. Finding the right duo of hosts for The Polish Cooking Show was an exhaustive project for producer... - November 16, 2021 - Love And Light Productions

The Urban Specialists Launch the Bishop Omar School of Entrepreneurship

Empowering Urban Entrepreneurs Through Collaboration to Change Communities. - November 16, 2021 - Bishop Omar School of Entrepreneurship

Baby K’tan, LLC Hosts Tour for 20 BOOST & G.A.P. Participants

Baby K’tan had the honor of hosting over 20 BOOST & G.A.P. participants at their offices and warehouse in Davie, FL. The young adults with developmental disabilities had a tour and presentations from each department. The questions presented during open Q&A were extremely thoughtful and exhibited the interest in Baby K’tan and how a business runs. - November 16, 2021 - Baby K'tan, LLC

National Hiking Day is Wednesday, November 17. So "Get Outside" and Experience Some JOBO* and the Closest Thing There is to the Proverbial "Fountain of Youth."

Author and fitness expert, Martin Pazzani, says hiking is the "fountain of youth" – physically and cognitively. In his book, "Secrets of Aging Well: Get Outside," the globetrotting mountaineer, fitness entrepreneur, and Chairman of Activate Brain & Body reveals how hiking is the key to a happier, healthier, longer life. Says, “It’s the kind of extra fitness you can’t get inside, in a gym.” - November 15, 2021 - Secrets of Aging Well: Get Outside

10th Annual GivingTuesday Takes Place on November 30 for a Worldwide Celebration of Generosity

The 10th Annual GivingTuesday celebration takes place on November 30, 2021 with a global network of leaders, partners, communities, and individuals to create a wave of generosity. The organization is sharing a preview of events that are being hosted by nonprofits, brands, small businesses and more to inspire more generosity around the world. - November 15, 2021 - GivingTuesday

Spread Kindness This Season with Free, Personalized Postcards from DORD Magazine Founder Diana Vilic, LemonAidSpace & Childress Ink

A timely and much-needed partnership and offering from LemonAidSpace and DORD Magazine, Free Personalized Postcards You Can Send to Help Spread Kindness. With DORD magazine Founder and Childress Ink client, Diana Vilic, and Designer, Bailey Cargill. - November 14, 2021 - Childress Ink

Veteran Hauling Reaches First Milestone. Local, Veteran-Owned Company Celebrates 1 Year in Business.

"Junk doesn't remove itself, but we do!" - November 13, 2021 - Veteran Hauling

OMTech to Partner with Maker Community Project for Veterans Day Drive

The Growing Laser Engraver Company will Donate Proceeds to Charitable Causes - November 12, 2021 - OMTech Laser

The Quest to Commemorate Unsung Filipino Labor Leader, Larry Itliong, with a U.S. Postal Stamp

In trying to bring greater public awareness to the activist efforts of Larry Itliong and the plight of the Filipino farm workers from the mid-20th century in California's Central Valley, a group of supporters are petitioning the United State Postal service to create a commemorative stamp in his honor. - November 12, 2021 - RMFL

Southwest Tennessee Community College Bestows TBR Chancellor's Commendation for Military Veterans to Mike Stephens

Southwest Tennessee Community College kicked off Veterans Week honoring employee Mike Stephens with the 2021 Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR) Chancellor’s Commendation for Military Veterans at the College’s Veterans Appreciation Dinner Nov. 10, 2021. Southwest President Tracy D. Hall... - November 11, 2021 - Southwest Tennessee Community College

New WTTW Show "The Polish Cooking Show" Celebrates Chicago's Polish Community

Chicago has the largest Polish-American population of any city in the United States. In total, Chicago boasts a population of over 1,900,000 people of Polish ethnicity. Now, Love and Light Productions LLC is bringing the food, culture, and traditions of Polish-Americans to WTTW with The Polish... - November 11, 2021 - Love And Light Productions

Innovative and Expressive Sportswear Line by PSK Collective: Launching Exclusively at JCPenney

PSK Collective, a collaboration between Founder and World Rugby Hall of Fame Member Phaidra Knight and The Powell Companies Real (TCPR), today announced their new capsule collection available exclusively on jcp.com. The new women’s activewear line was designed for young women who are using... - November 11, 2021 - PSK Collective

New Book "On Parr" Documents Life of American Hero Col. Ralph Parr This Veterans Day

During Col. Parr’s 34-year U.S. Air Force career, he was awarded more than 60 U.S. and foreign decorations; only man in history to earn both the Distinguished Service and the Air Force Cross - November 11, 2021 - On Parr

5LINX Honoring Veterans Day by Waiving Enrollment Fee

5LINX announces Salute to Service campaign to honor U.S. military veterans and active-duty service members. - November 11, 2021 - 5LINX

Resilient Community of New Brunswick Immerses in Hispanic Culture at Ay Caramba Seafood Restaurant and Fish Market

Servant Leaders and Residents Celebrate the Day of Saint Jude Thaddaeus, October 2021 at Ay Caramba. “New Brunswick is so grateful to Mr. Morales and his family for their dedication and commitment to our community. By celebrating cultural and religious traditions with generosity, they continue to demonstrate the true meaning of social responsibility. Congratulations to Mr. Morales for a great event and heartfelt thanks for his service to our community,” said Mayor Cahill. - November 10, 2021 - Ay Caramba Seafood Restaurant and Fish Market

"True Joy for the Retired" - This Book Reveals a Major Breakthrough in Unleashing the Power of Appreciation, Love and Inclusion Between Generations

Paulina Kay loves sharing the stories of the virtues in old age. Growing up in Mexico with an older father and being very close to her grandmother, she experienced firsthand the active role the elderly play in providing wisdom and support to the younger generation and their communities. - November 10, 2021 - Paulina Kay

Afritalent Agency Seeks to Bridge Talent of the Global Diaspora with Hollywood Casting Directors and Producers

Afritalent Agency is seeking new talent. Many of Afritalent Agency represented talent appeared in Beyonce’s 2020 hit movie "Black is King." - November 09, 2021 - Afritalent Agency

New! Master Your Peace with Natural, Luxury Bath Bars by Iyanla Vanzant

Luxury Bath Bars by Iyanla Vanzant Are Revitalizing Spiritual Bath Bars That Uplift Your Energy and Take Your Self Care Routine to the Next Level. - November 09, 2021 - Iyanla Vanzant

Warm Up This Winter at Tropical Tempo, Junior League of Galveston County's 2021 Holiday Ball

The Junior League of Galveston Count, Inc. (JLGC) announced Maureen Patton as its Holiday Ball Honoree. This event will take place at the Galveston Convention Center on December 11, 2021. - November 09, 2021 - Junior League of Galveston County

Poetry Collection, "In a High Place: Black Motherhood and a Woman Rising," by Caneeka Elleanor, Embraces the Complexities in Motherhood and Explores Postpartum Anxiety

"In A High Place" is an intimate reflection of Black mothering learning to embrace identity challenges after childbirth while celebrating their spiritual journey in times of uncertainty. - November 09, 2021 - Caneeka Elleanor

Activate Brain & Body Chooses Cincinnati for First Brain Health Center. Focus on Upstream Preventive Healthcare Can Provide Important Quality of Life Benefits.

(Cincinnati) Activate Brain & Body Holdings, Inc. is opening the first-of-its-kind brain health center designed to help members maintain healthy, active lifestyles by taking charge of the way they age – cognitively and physically. Years of research and trial programs have informed the development of this innovative brain health center, scheduled to open in January 2022 in Cincinnati. - November 08, 2021 - Act!vate Brain & Body

Méchelle McCain Joins the Podcast/TV Show Girlfriends and Champagne

Méchelle McCain joins the tv show Girlfriends and Champagne as a host discussing current events along with three other hosts Helecia Choyce, Anthony Cherry and Jessenia. - November 08, 2021 - Mechelle McCain

New Kids Book, "Mai and the Meditation," Shows Kids How to Solve Issues Through Mindfulness

Author Greg Wachs uses his 14th kids book to help slow things down for kids. - November 05, 2021 - Funky Dreamer Storytime

Eyecheck Announces FDA IND Clearance of STRI Formula, the First-Ever Food-Based, Combination Product in the STRI Phase 2 Clinical Trial for COVID-19 Symptoms

Eyecheck intends to initiate the Study to Reinforce Immunity (STRI) Phase 2 Clinical Trial to evaluate STRI Formula in non-hospitalized adults with COVID-19. This trial is expected to begin in November 2021. - November 04, 2021 - Eyecheck, Inc.

Reversing the “Great Resignation” with Promotional Playbook for Law Enforcement

Retired Law Enforcement Executive Literally Writes the Book on How to Prepare for Promotion. Jonni Redick, a 29-year veteran and former Assistant Chief of the California Highway Patrol, has released the 2nd edition of "Survival Guide, Law Enforcement Promotional Preparation," a step-by-step guide to help law enforcement personnel plan and prepare for the next step in their career. - November 04, 2021 - JL Consulting Solutions

Westchester Girl Scouts Earn Prestigious Gold Award for Impacting Lasting Change in Their Communities

Over forty girls in Westchester County, NY earn Girl Scouts' highest honor, the Gold Award. One, in particular, Erica Dunne of Chappaqua, earned one of the first GSUSA scholarships for her project which honors the Veterans of New Castle. - November 04, 2021 - Girl Scouts Heart of the Hudson

The Future of Senior Living is Finally Open in Middletown – and Already the "Best of" Upstate Delaware

Meadowcrest, Middletown’s first and only full-service retirement community is now open and welcoming new residents every day to their brand new, state-of-the-art community filled with exceptional amenities, convenient services and new friends to enjoy them with. Since opening in early September, the community is on-pace to welcome more than 60 residents in its first 60 days of operation – an extraordinary feat, especially in today’s world. Not only that, Meadowcrest at Middletown - November 03, 2021 - Vantage Point Retirement Living

Kevin Goodman Announces Candidacy for Indiana State Representative

Kevin Goodman, of Springville, has announced his candidacy for the seat of Indiana State Representative of District 65. On October 4, 2021, new district boundaries were approved for District 65. District 65 now covers all of Lawrence County, the southwest portion of Jackson County, most of the... - November 01, 2021 - Committee to Elect Kevin Goodman 2022

SHEEN Magazine and Nouveau Bar & Grill Hosts "For the Love of Money" Movie Premiere "Official" After-Party

SHEEN Magazine and Nouveau Bar & Grill cordially invite you to the “Official” After-Party for the movie premiere of “For The Love Of Money” Wednesday, November 3, 10:00 pm – 1:00 am (Eastern) at Nouveau Bar & Grill, 3775 Main Street, College Park, GA 30337. - November 01, 2021 - Sheen Magazine

Red House Streaming Studios Launches First 24/7 Global Streaming TV Network