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Digital Music Exploration and Song Sharing Web Project Bolsters Idea of Creative Cover Art to Revamp Music Industry
Crowdfunding project seeks to help recording artists market their music and contribute to a great cause through cover art. Daniel James, singer and songwriter for House of Never, a prominent band out of Austin, TX said that the barrier to entry for independent musicians is lower than it has ever... - October 30, 2014 - MillionTraqs
Education Technology Event Brings New Tools and Individualized Learning Opportunities to NYC Parents and Their Children
Parents of Accelerated Learners, NYC introduces NYC’s first education technology event aimed at families, The NYC Ed Tech Family Day A’Fair on Saturday, November 8th, a one day event–part carnival, part scavenger hunt, part education fair for parents and children that offers a fun-filled opportunity to explore education technologies that support individualized learning and talent development. - October 30, 2014 - Parents of Accelerated Learners, NYC [PALNYC]
Organizational Strategies Just Released Pre-Publication of Book Entitled: "The Government is Not a Village"
Newly released book, "The Government is Not a Village" reviews worsening statistics in face of ever increasing government control, reveals robust research demonstrating the correlation between academic achievement and religious affiliation, suggesting a way forward: character training. www.thegovernmentisnotavillage. - October 23, 2014 - Organizational Strategies
It’s Bullying Prevention Month and the Solution is Not Punishment, Blame or Shame
Free2Luv, a nonprofit that offers a place where youth are empowered, individuality is celebrated, bullying is not tolerated and luv rocks shares their vision for a bully-free world. - October 17, 2014 - Free2Luv
Author Brian F. Martin Reaches Out to Help Adults Recover from Childhood Domestic Violence
Brian F. Martin is on a mission to move beyond "awareness" and into healing for adults who grew up with domestic violence at home. His book, "Invincible: The 10 Lies You Learn Growing Up with Domestic Violence, and the Truths to Set You Free," was published just in time to help this year's domestic violence awareness campaigns make a real difference. - October 16, 2014 - CDV – Children of Domestic Violence
Drug-Free South Reaches Out with the Truth About Drugs
To protect the youth from the disastrous effects of abusing drugs, the Drug-Free South team is bringing the truth directly to students and the community across Tennessee. - October 15, 2014 - Drug Free South
National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship Honors Student Entrepreneurs at 12th Annual Conference
Five outstanding student entrepreneurs are being honored at the 12th Annual Conference of the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship, being held this week in Phoenix, Arizona. - October 14, 2014 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
New Hardcover Edition: "Zephyr The West Wind" by 21 Yr Old Award-Winning Author RJ Tolson
"Zephyr The West Wind" Hardcover is a Must Read for Those Seeking Adventure to a Fantastical World Filled with Vivid Imagery and Heroism. - October 14, 2014 - R.J. Tolson
MaleSurvivor Statement in Response to Sayreville, NJ Football Abuse Scandal
MaleSurvivor Executive Director Christopher M. Anderson releases statement in support of the survivors in Sayreville; statistics for male sexual victimization; resources available for survivors and their families. Contact information for media included. - October 14, 2014 - MaleSurvivor: National Organization against Male Sexual Victimization
Decatur, Georgia to Host The 2014 RISE Awards
Tickets are available now for individuals and groups planning to attend the awards gala. To reserve, visit http://www.theriseawards.com - October 13, 2014 - eMediaCampaigns!
Sharon Lechter Slated as Special Guest on Wealth DNA Radio to Kick-Off Series on Financial Literacy. October 13, 2014 at 9:00 AM PDT.
Wealth DNA Radio Show Kicks Off Financial Literacy Series with Special Guest Sharon Lechter. Would you expect someone illiterate to become a best-selling author? Then why is anyone surprised that we continue to face economic crises (personally & nationally) when we don’t focus on increasing Financial Literacy? Wealth DNA Radio will be focusing on bringing financial literacy to the forefront by hosting a 4 part series of informative shows. - October 11, 2014 - Wealth DNA radio
"Biohacking" Coming to "The Secret City"
Biodidact is a new DIY Biolab planning to open its doors to the public in Los Alamos, New Mexico, this coming Spring. Its founder has launched a crowdfunding campaign on Kickstarter, to enable the lab to open its doors to amateur scientists. - October 09, 2014 - Biodidact
Linden Optometry Joins Campaign to Raise $1 Million for Universal Eye Health
"World Sight Day Challenge" fundraising campaign gives the gift of vision to people in areas of need. - October 09, 2014 - Linden Optometry, P.C.
Shanti Generation to Give Away 500 "Partner Yoga for Teens" DVDs to Educators
Shanti Generation announced that it will give away 500 DVDs of its “Partner Yoga for Teens” curriculum during the fall 2014 semester. The Partner Yoga DVD includes 10 five-minute guided sequences for middle and high school students to practice mindfulness skills with a friend, sibling, classmate or parent. The mindfulness curriculum will help teachers challenge bully culture. - October 09, 2014 - Shanti Generation
Local Author Signed to Publish Second Adventure-Filled Children’s Book
Local author Loretta M. Green-Warren recently signed a contract with Tate Publishing to publish her second riveting, adventure-filled children’s book, "Chyna’s Adventure with Pleasant Pete." "Chyna’s Adventure with Pleasant Pete" shares an adventure like no... - October 08, 2014 - Tate Publishing & Enterprises, LLC
To Reach Preteen Girls, Kickstarter Project Puts Style Into STEM
Popular Kickstarter project to get girls into science and math (STEM) ends today. - October 07, 2014 - See it Be it
Youth Empowerment Services (YES) Liberia to Launch Online Resources to Assist with Critical Ebola Education
The Youth Empowerment Services (YES) of Liberia says it will respond to the Ebola crisis in Liberia by creating a one-stop online information center to help raise awareness about the virus within the Liberian community in the US and in Liberia. Z.J. Jallah, founder and president of YESLiberia... - October 06, 2014 - YesLiberia, Inc.
Celebrate National Sensory Awareness Month with "Sensitive Sam Visits the Dentist" by Award-Winning Author and Illustrator Marla Roth-Fisch
A trip to the dentist can be challenging for children with sensory issues. Parents will find reading "Sensitive Sam Visits the Dentist" with their children before a dental appointment a great way to make a trip to the dentist more enjoyable. Released in October at the start of National Sensory Awareness Month, the book is perfect for children with sensory processing disorder (SPD), autism spectrum disorders (ASD), or other disorders involving a sensory component. - October 04, 2014 - Marla Roth-Fisch
Fall Interfaith Festival 2014 to Promote Children’s Literacy
Come Before Winter for the 7th Annual Fall Interfaith Festival on Oct. 18th, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Al Lopez Park. Join this interfaith celebration to pray for children, literacy, and peace. - October 01, 2014 - Esperanza Interfaith Center
Governor Jerry Brown Signs Bill to Screen Newborns for Terminal Disease
Governor Jerry Brown signed Assembly Bill 1559 into law today which will implement newborn screening in the state for a deadly genetic disease called adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD) that affects approximately 1- 15,000 children. - September 27, 2014 - The Myelin Project
“Laugh for a Cause”-Youth Entrepreneurship Training
On October 17th at 7:30pm, local competition finalists A.Z, Faro Kane and Comedian Tie-Bo will join comic veterans Treetop of Showtime & Comic View & Eddie Brill formerly of the Late Show with Dave Letterman at Boca Raton's New Wick Theatre; where for one night only they will take to the stage to make attendees laugh out loud (LOL) for a great cause. - September 26, 2014 - Rainbow Marketing Inc Dba Global Business Development Center
"The Cemetery Sleeper" Will Keep YA Readers Under Their Covers with a Flashlight
Combining a quirky cast of characters set in a seemingly quite Southern town, author Susan Griner creates the perfect thriller along with supernatural suspense in her new novel, "The Cemetery Sleeper." "The Cemetery Sleeper" is set in a sleepy southern town called Mabry. Freddy... - September 26, 2014 - Susan Griner, author
Drug-Free South Reaches Hispanic Community at El Protector Festival
The Drug-Free South community organization distributed booklets to the multicultural community who attended the El Protector Festival this past weekend. - September 24, 2014 - Drug Free South
New Children’s Book Promises Fresh Spin on Muslim Holiday
Little Big Kids, an up and coming cultural lifestyle brand for young Muslim kids, is proud to announce the release of their newest storybook, "Ilyas & Duck and the Fantastic Festival of Eid Al-Fitr." It’s a delightful story about a boy named Ilyas and his best friend Duck as... - September 23, 2014 - Little Big Kids
Connecticut Author Signed to Release Poignant Book with Major Publisher
Local author Michelle Williams recently teamed up with Tate Publishing to begin the publication process of her new book My Name is Ruth. A poignant book based on Williams’ life experiences, the author shares how she was delivered from her circumstances and how she can help other women come... - September 23, 2014 - Tate Publishing & Enterprises, LLC
Colorado Author Signed to Publish New Book
Local author Matthew Vogan recently signed a contract with Tate Publishing to kick-off the publication process of his new book Nicholas and the Bullies. An imaginative book about a boy who possesses super powers, Nicholas and the Bullies explores the world of young Nicholas and how he teams up... - September 23, 2014 - Tate Publishing & Enterprises, LLC
Vigilant Personal Protection Systems Launches 130dB Personal Alarm to Benefit National Center for Missing and Exploited Children®
Vigilant Personal Protection Systems (Vigilant PPS, Inc.), in coordination with the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children®, announces the launch of a brand new alarm designed to help protect the user in emergency situations. One dollar from each new Vigilant model PPS-8KID sold... - September 22, 2014 - Vigilant Personal Protection Systems
Rosie Releases "Situation Zane – "Autism Who Knew?"
Caribbean-American Autism advocate and proud mother Rosanne Small-Morgan has released her new book, “Situation Zane – Autism who knew?” to the masses. This new book aims to spark a real conversation and open the lines of communication and respect for the families and individuals... - September 22, 2014 - Situation Zane. Autism- who knew?
The Cassata Family Foundation Donates $15,000 to Sunrise Day Camp
Rosario S. Cassata, Trustee and Nicole Cassata of "The Frank Cassata Family Foundation" donated $15,000 to Sunrise Day Camp of Wheatley Heights, NY. The Cassata Family Foundation hosted a charity Casino Night event at Westbury Manor. - September 21, 2014 - The Cassata Foundation
Los Angeles Author Promotes His Young Adult /Middle Grade Fantasy Book Series
Los Angeles author is pleased to announce the promotion of his first young adult/middle grade fantasy novel, "Bobby Ether and the Academy." The sequel to this book, "Bobby Ether and the Temple of Eternity," is scheduled for release in late September 2014. - September 20, 2014 - R Scott Boyer
Chupacabra on Display at Kingdom Zoo: Education Center
A unique project uses the popular mystery animal to reach kids. - September 19, 2014 - Children's Kingdom Ministries
The War is on Our Shores! RETV Examines the Black Youth Violence Crisis in New Docu-Series and (Jersey City's) Peace March & Mini-Concert
There is a war on our shores! And the enemy is not some dark, sinister foreign entity - it's homegrown, right here in our midst. The Black youth violence crisis is alarming, fueled by the enemies of peace and tranquility -- ignorance and apathy. We must declare war, and fight vigorously to rescue... - September 17, 2014 - RETV
Dr. Carla Y. Wright Has Been Recognized by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Dr. Carla Y. Wright has been recognized by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals for her achievements and accomplishments in the field of Psychology. Consequently, she has been selected as Professional of the Year 2014 in her chosen field. - September 17, 2014 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
OCA Concerned About Reports of Forced Sexual Activities in Schools
The Office of the Children’s Advocate (OCA) is concerned about media reports and anecdotal incidents of sexual activity within schools. This sexual activity not only spans heterosexual engagements, but homosexual encounters as well. The OCA is raising particular concern about this growing... - September 14, 2014 - Office of The Children's Advocate
15 Georgia Seniors to be Tabbed for 2015 Colored Rocks Honor
15 Georgia Seniors have a chance to win a piece of the fourth annual Colored Rocks Prize in a competition launched this week by the Colored Rocks Foundation. Applications are accepted until midnight, December 6, 2014 at www.coloredrocks.org. - September 13, 2014 - Colored Rocks Foundation, Inc.
Indie Children's Author Releases Title Just in Time for Fall Pumpkin Patch Craze
Children's author Shana Gorian releases new title, R"osco The Rascal Visits The Pumpkin Patch," targeting children ages 6-8. The autumn-flavored book comes out in tandem with the the season for booming pumpkin patch business. - September 12, 2014 - Shana Gorian, Author
Bishop Donald M. Hilliard Lead Pastor, Cathedral International, Perth Amboy, NJ Faith, Freedom and Ferguson
Bishop Hilliard of The Cathedral International in Perth Amboy, NJ comments on the controversial situation taking place in Ferguson, MO of an unarmed Black teenager that was summarily slain by a white police officer in the middle of the street, in broad daylight, just a few blocks from his home. While the narrative has been all over the map as to what transpired leading up to Mike Brown's death, the sad reality is that a police officer shot and killed an unarmed man. - September 11, 2014 - Bishop Hilliard
"Throw Like a Girl" Turns a Sexist Slam Into a Business Grand Slam
Throw Like a Girl! launched 3 weeks ago with the goal to turn change an attitude about girl athletic abilities into a positive one. Throwlikeagirl.com offers trendy, sporty, quality apparel & accessories and promotes team sports. - September 10, 2014 - Throw Like a Girl
Safety Center's Youth-Led Teen Safe Driving Campaigns Receive an Allstate Foundation Grant in California
High School Students Are Empowered to Lead Positive Teen Safe Driving Campaigns - September 10, 2014 - Safety Center
"Make a Difference" by Supporting the Shriners Hospital for Children in Galveston, Texas
Donate to the Shriner's Hospital for Children Galveston at any Amazing Spaces Storage Center Location - September 09, 2014 - Amazing Spaces Storage Centers
New Jersey High School Girl Scout Makes a Big Impact for 2014 International Literacy Day
Pre-kindergarten children in New Brunswick’s The Tiny Tot Spot will soon know that Hunterdon Central Regional High School student Kai Dennis sees them as special when they receive their backpacks filled with school supplies. Kai Dennis decided to partner with the Global Literacy Project, Inc. (GLP) to provide the basics for the entire newly entering class. - September 09, 2014 - Global Literacy Project, Inc.
New American Media Distribution Wire Release: Suicidal Man's Life Saved by Words of a Stranger - Suicide Prevention Without Drugs or Doctors
When a popular movie star like Robin Williams kills himself, many people suffering from self-destructive thoughts, lose ground in their fight for life. - September 08, 2014 - American Media Distribution
Aleks Bugarski, Musician Gives Back
Aleks Bugarski musician gives back to Corona, CA community by teaching kids to play guitar. - September 05, 2014 - Stereoflux
New Research Says Music Fights Symptoms of Disabilities
Children Increased Grade Point Average, Stopped Violent Behavior, and Improved Self Esteem - September 04, 2014 - DAD Program
KSDP Free Recording Studio, Free Music and Hugs Instead of Alcohol and Drugs: New Kickstarter Project
KSDP 830 AM, a small Public Radio Station off the coast of Alaska, has just launched its project “KSDP 830 AM Free Recording Studio” a crowd funding web site. Manager Austin Roof and Development Director Lauretta MacBeth want to be able to offer their young people alternative opportunities to alcohol and drugs by raising $25,000.00 through Kickstarter.com. They want to create a recording studio that will be free to the children and anyone else who wants to use it. - September 04, 2014 - KSDP Aleutian Broadcasting Inc
Hanshi Stephen F Kaufman Releases First Children's Book
Grandmaster martial artist Hanshi Stephen Kaufman releases first children's book, "Cherry Blossoms for Children - Life Lessons to Grow By." - September 02, 2014 - Hanshi Wisdom Press
Couple Launches #1 Ranked Video Podcast in iTunes
The Family Matters First Podcast is now the #1 rated video podcast in the new and noteworthy section of iTunes. - September 01, 2014 - Family Matters First
Emergency Messaging and Notification System
When running a Day Care or Pre-school, having effective communication with parents is critical. When communicating with parents you need to be able to contact all of them at once, you need to know that they got the message, and it needs to get to them quickly. Incoming messages need to be able to... - August 29, 2014 - TXTingPros
AAPC Publishing Releases New Book That Helps Support Children’s Social and Emotional Competence
AAPC Publishing and author, Elizabeth A. Sautter, MA CCC-SLP, are pleased to announce the release of their new book, "Make Social Learning Stick!: How to Guide and Nurture Social Competence Through Everyday Routines and Activities." "Make Social Learning Stick!" is a user-friendly guide written for parents, caregivers, teachers, and therapists who want to support children’s social and emotional competence. - August 29, 2014 - Elizabeth A. Sautter, MA CCC-SLP
Giving Diapers, Giving Hope Names New Executive Director
Giving Diapers, Giving Hope names Kim Rosas as Executive Director and Maria Moser as Director of Operations. GDGH is a not-for-profit cloth diaper lending service that has helped over 600 families since 2011. - August 28, 2014 - Giving Diapers, Giving Hope