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Pittsburgh Designer Announces National Debut of "Knotty Girl" Wearable Art Hitting the Runway in Fashion Week Cleveland 2012
Pittsburgh Designer Announces National Debut of Knotty Girl Wearable Art Hitting the Runway in Fashion Week Cleveland 2012. Pittsburgh, PA Textile artist and designer, Becca Nation is pleased to announce the debut of her wearable art line of clothing, Knotty Girl, in Fashion Week Cleveland 2012. - April 15, 2012 - Knotty Girl
Yuri’s Night Celebrates 51 Years in Space
Today, Yuri’s Night celebrates the 12th year of the World Space Party, 51 years since Yuri Gagarin’s historic flight into space and 21 years since the first launch of the Space Shuttle. Space enthusiasts and supporters of human spaceflight will be gathering at over 220 events in 50... - April 14, 2012 - Yuri's Night
UK Artist Free from Gravity Releasing Debut Album
Set to Make Their Album’s Debut Performance in Monto Water Rats, London - April 14, 2012 - Free From Gravity
Maati Ke Rang - Silver Jubilee Celebrations of 7 ZCC of India Starts at Panchkula from April 13 2012
The silver jubilee celebration of Zonal Cultural Centres Under the aegis of Ministry of Culture, Government of India, 13th to 16 April, 2012 at Parade ground, Panchkula, Haryana, India. - April 13, 2012 - North Zone Cultural Centre
Vivid Sydney 2012 Lights Up the Harbour City
Vivid Sydney is back for its fourth year, with a program that according to Destination NSW will transform the city at night into a colourful canvas of light, music and ideas. Deputy Premier and Minister for Trade and Investment, Andrew Stoner today announced that the festival’s lighting... - April 13, 2012 - Vivid Sydney
Clearwater’s Ginormous Easter Egg Hunt Yields 275 Treasures Under Blazing Azure Skies
Thousands Join the largest Tampa Bay Easter Egg Hunt for over 25,000 eggs at beautiful Clearwater Coachman Park where one young hunter won a huge Easter basket for his sister who was recuperating in a local hospital. - April 13, 2012 - Church of Scientology
Mountains of Minerals - Mariposa Mineral and Gem Show Sat/Sun Apr 14/15
Once again, Mariposa, the Gateway to Yosemite and home to the California State Gem and Mineral Collection hosts its annual gem and mineral show. This year's theme is Mountains of Minerals and many exhibitors and volunteers will help illustrate this theme. Open to all the public it is in the Fairgrounds where the museum is located. Visit the museum at the same time and see the Fricot Nugget - the largest existing gold nugget in the world. - April 12, 2012 - California State Mining & Mineral Museum
My Block Inc. Recording Artist Joistarr Tapped to Provide Background Vocal Support to Dr. Dre at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival in Indio, CA
Music’s freshest voice, JoiStaRR, is receiving the recognition that her distinct sound and amazing talent deserves. The rising star, who toured with Kanye West for five years, has been tapped to provide vocal support to Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg during their Coachella performances on April 15th & 22nd in Indio, CA. - April 11, 2012 - JoiStaRR
Chris Hemsworth, William Shatner, Stan Lee Top Stellar Wizard World Philadelphia Comic Con Lineup
Actors Chris Hemsworth and William Shatner, legendary creator Stan Lee and WWE® Superstars Rey Mysterio® and CM Punk™ top the stellar 2012 Wizard World Philadelphia Comic Con lineup, May 31 - June 3 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center. - April 11, 2012 - Fan Expo HQ
AOY Photography & Skilled Crafts Show: Journey
The Artists of Yardley (AOY) presents the second annual Photography & Skilled Crafts Show, with the theme: Journey from April 13 to April 29. All are welcomed to the opening reception on Friday, April 13 from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. This free event is open to the public. - April 10, 2012 - Artists of Yardley
NC Stangs Mustang Club Located in Asheville, NC is Excited to Announce Their 3rd Annual Open Car Show and Swap Meet, June 2nd 2012, Proceeds Benefit Hope for Horses
This year’s show will be on Saturday June 2nd, 2012. Show hours are 10 am - 4pm. NC Stangs will host the event at Kmart, 1001 Patton Ave, Asheville NC 28806. All cars, trucks, imports, motorcycles and “other” are welcome. All proceeds to benefit Hope for Horses. Hope for Horses works with animal control in Buncombe and surrounding counties by assisting in rescues and providing valuable rehabilitation and adoption services throughout Western North Carolina. - April 09, 2012 - NC Stangs
Inside Out: An Experimental Artistic Process, Nine Artists Exhibit Together After a Six Month Experiment Documenting the Creative Processes That Went Into Each Work
Nine artists present a collection of work illustrating their journey in documenting the conceptual process involved in creating their art. The exhibition will include drawings, writings, sketches and even a few false starts, that ultimately resulted in this show of more than 60 mosaics. The exhibition will be held April 13-June 29, 2012, in the Gallery of Contemporary Mosaics, located at 1800-1806 W. Cuyler Avenue, Chicago, Illinois, 60613. - April 07, 2012 - The Chicago Mosaic School
"Sleeper" Extends World Premier After Performances to Sold-Out Responsive Audiences in Manhattan
The new play "Sleeper" by Stephanie Bramson has extended performances after an overwhelming positive response to the adventurous black box performances at the Manhattan Repertory Theater. The simply staged piece of theater is driven by breakout performances from Christina Roman and Rocco Chierichella and direction by Leal Vona. Performances continue April 11th, 12th, and 13th. - April 07, 2012 - Sleeper Production
Local Designer Launches Fall/Winter Collections
Top local designer, Dolly Donshey, has announced that she will be holding her "Paradise Circus" Collection launch presentation and cocktail party on Saturday, April 21st, 7pm at the new METRO 528 Grille in downtown Clearwater's Cleveland Street District. - April 07, 2012 - House of Donshey
Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville Creates Positive Change Through the Arts
Nashville Church of Scientology hosts seminar to help up and coming film makers. - April 07, 2012 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
William Shatner, Jeri Ryan, Stan Lee, WWE® Superstar CM Punk™ Top Wizard World Chicago Comic Con
William Shatner, Jeri Ryan, Stan Lee and WWE® Superstar CM Punk™ are among the top stars expected to attend the expanded 2012 Wizard World Chicago Comic Con, August 9-12 in Rosemont, Ill. - April 06, 2012 - Fan Expo HQ
Burke County Teens Performing for OutRaleigh 2012
DV8, a teenage band from Burke County in North Carolina, will perform at the OutRaleigh festival on May 5, 2012; admission is free. - April 06, 2012 - LGBT Center of Raleigh
NLAPW Honors First Cherry Blossom Director
Combing Centennial Cherry Blossom Festival activities with the National League of American Pen Women (NLAPW) 2012 biennial convention, League members honor the legacy of their member and first Cherry Blossom Festival director Elise Marsteller Mulliken. - April 06, 2012 - National League of American Pen Women
Queens Council on the Arts Covers Eastern European Culture on April 24 in QUILL Series of Literature and Music Events NYC
Queens Council on the Arts, a sponsor of cultural events in Queens, is inviting New Yorkers to attend its upcoming night of creative translation on April 24 at DaMikelle Restaurant in Forest Hills. - April 06, 2012 - QueensCouncilArts.org - Upcoming Events in NYC
Legendary Guitarist Richard Thompson to Perform at Idyllwild Arts Academy
As part of its innovative annual New Music Concerts, the Idyllwild Arts Academy 2012 New Music Concert will feature the legendary singer/songwriter/guitarist Richard Thompson along with the incomparable music of So Percussion and the Idyllwild Arts Academy Orchestra. The concert will take place on Sunday, April 29, at 4:00 p.m. in The Barnsdall Gallery Theatre at 4800 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles. - April 06, 2012 - Idyllwild Arts Academy
BERNARDAUD Salutes James Beard Foundation 25th Anniversary "Best of the Best" with Signing Reception Featuring Chef Daniel Boulud
BERNARDAUD Proudly Salutes The James Beard Foundation on Its 25th Anniversary and the Release of “The Best of the Best” - A Celebration of Its Award-Winning Chefs and America's Culinary Heritage. - April 05, 2012 - BERNARDAUD
Cove Haven Resorts Selects Station Avenue Productions to Produce Entertainment, Design Special Events
Station Avenue Productions appointed by Cove Haven Entertainment Resorts to build Cove Haven entertainment brand, coordinate and produce entertainment for the popular Pocono resort and provide marketing strategy for unique events and venue promotions. Station Avenue Productions is part of The asterism* Group. - April 05, 2012 - Station Avenue Productions, part of The asterism* Group
Zhang Daqian to Headline 888 Auctions’ Asian Antiques & Estates
888 Auctions will conduct an Asian Antiques & Estates auction on Thursday, April 26th. The 450 lot sale will be held at 888 Auctions’ saleroom gallery and will begin at 2 p.m. Eastern. The auction will showcase an enticing collection of Asian art and antiques including but not limited to... - April 05, 2012 - 888 Auctions
AAC Wristbands at the L'Oreal Melbourne Fashion Festival
AAC ID Solutions were the primary supplier of Tyvek wristbands to the annual L'Oreal Melbourne Fashion Festival series of events which were held at the Peninsula, Central Pier, Dockland in Melbourne from the 8th to the 15th of March 2012. Once a year, the L’Oreal Melbourne Fashion Festival... - April 05, 2012 - AAC ID Solutions
Legendary Comic Creator, Hollywood Icon, and Chairman of Pow! Entertainment, Stan Lee, to be Honored at 2012 Catalina Film Festival
Lee Will Accept the Festival’s Prestigious Ronald Reagan “Great Communicator” Award, Host Catalina Premiere of: “With Great Power – The Stan Lee Story,” Participate in the "The Anatomy of POW!" Panel and Introduce a Special Screening of “The Avengers®” - April 04, 2012 - Catalina Film Festival
Kat Kramer, Producer/Founder of "Kat Kramer’s Films That Change the World," Says "Bully" and "Teach Your Children Well" Documentary Films Call Attention to Tragic Results
Actress, singer, film producer and activist Kat Kramer, whose famed father film director Stanley Kramer was known for making socially conscious films, would make her Dad proud these days. In 2009, she founded a film series called “Kat Kramer’s Films That Change the World” under... - April 04, 2012 - Kat Kramer
Atlantic City Carnival 2012
Atlantic City Carnival committee has come together to create an unforgettable event. A spectrum of color and a celebration taking place in a city known for its world class entertainment and nightlife. This festival is estimated to attract individuals from all walks of life and will be benefiting The Winston (QT) Munroe Foundation-Helping Sick Children of the Caribbean. - April 04, 2012 - Tri-State Caribbean Cultural Foundation
Who’s Bad in Concert at OutRaleigh 2012
Who's Bad, a Michael Jackson tribute band, will be the headliner performance at the free OutRaleigh festival on May 5, 2012. - April 04, 2012 - LGBT Center of Raleigh
April is Outdoor Entertainment Month with Viva Live Music
Viva Live Music, the live music specialists, have a month long social media campaign with case studies, tips and ideas on all aspects of planning and organising entertainment for outdoor events. These include podcasts, blogs, videocasts; tips from partners and information that will ensure your summer party, Jubilee event or Olympic event is a great success. - April 04, 2012 - Viva Live Music
New Motorcycle Tour to Explore Three Worlds in One Week
Ecuador Freedom Bike Rental Offers Andes, Amazon, & Pacific Coast Tour - April 03, 2012 - Ecuador Freedom Bike Rental
Wolfe’s Neck Farm Springs into Action with the Annual Spring Gala Dinner and Auction
Every spring the Wolfe’s Neck Farm Spring Gala and Auction is held as a major fundraising event supporting the organization’s mission. This year the Gala will be held Saturday, May 7th at the Harraseeket Inn in Freeport from 5:30–10:00pm. The lead sponsor for the event is Bath Savings Institution and Bath Savings Trust Company. The evening will feature a silent auction, a four-course dinner featuring locally-grown foods, and a live auction. - March 31, 2012 - Wolfe's Neck Farm
Family-Friendly Activities Dominate Sunday at Wizard World Toronto Comic Con
Wizard World Toronto Comic Con features a full day of kids and family activities on April 15 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. Admission is free for kids under 10 with a paid adult. - March 31, 2012 - Fan Expo HQ
An Exhibit of The History of Maine Labor Mural
Exhibit: The History of Maine Labor Mural - Shows the famous labor mural by artist Judy Taylor that was removed from the Maine Department of Labor by Governor Paul LePage. A vivid testimony to the debate on where art and politics meet. April 22 to May 6, 2012. Opening Reception: Sunday, April 22, 2:00 PM. Panel discussion with union officials, artists, and academics on Saturday, April 28, 1:30-2:45 PM. - March 30, 2012 - Lawrence History Center
The Bolesworth Classic Supporting Claire House Children’s Hospice
The Bolesworth Classic has announced that it is teaming up with Claire House Children’s Hospice for 2012 show. Claire House volunteers will be fundraising throughout the event at Bolesworth Castle, Tattenhall from Friday 1st June to Monday 4th June 2012 with an exciting calendar of attractions. - March 30, 2012 - Bolesworth Estate
Science Philanthropist, Jeffrey Epstein, Convenes a Conference of Nobel Laureates to Define Gravity
Twenty one of the world’s top physicists, including three Nobel Laureates, opened a symposium on St. Thomas in the US Virgin Islands to debate the essence of gravity and a unified gravity theory. - March 29, 2012 - The Jeffrey Epstein Foundation
TEDxSF Salons Adds More Tickets for April 12’s Big Blue: A Very Special Evening on the Oceans and The Premier of Capacitor's OKEANOS
What if liquid robots could completely change the way we understand ocean currents? Sniff for oil leaks? Why is our whole conservation paradigm false? How can we change it? What does a photographer see when he stays in the water in the remotest area for a really long time? TEDxSF presents Big Blue: A Very Special Evening on the Oceans and the premier of Capacitor's OKEANOS, April 12 at the Fort Mason Center. Also announces special performance April 13 by TED Music Director, Thomas Dolby. - March 29, 2012 - TEDxSF
"Mode One" Author to Sponsor Personal Development Workshops for Single Men
Do you become bashful and tongue-tied when in the company of attractive women? Do you want to learn how to converse with women with more confidence? Do you want to learn the secrets of recognizing women's natural 'body language cues'? If all of the above apply to you, then you want to sign up for one of Alan Roger Currie's 'Mode One' Personal Development Workshops for Men. The first workshop is set to take place in Chicago on May 18-20, 2012. - March 29, 2012 - Mode One Multimedia, Inc.
OutMilitary.com Officials Celebrate Gay Pride Events at Service Academies
OutMilitary.com, a social network for LGBT service members and their supporters, is proud to support the recent formation of LGBT clubs on campus at many of the nation’s military academies, and various Gay Pride events taking place this week as well. Cadets in uniform at Norwich University,... - March 28, 2012 - OutMilitary.com
A Dining Experience with Wolfgang Puck, Red Carpet Trends Presented by Fashion Experts, and the Best March Madness Deals, in Exec Digital
Exec Digital heads to Hollywood in the March issue. Exec Digital both literally and physically walked the Hollywood strip to live out the celebrity glamorous life for the latest issue, focusing on the extravagantly luxurious to the extravagantly scandalous. Exec Digital toured the Andaz West... - March 28, 2012 - WDM Group
83 Launches: 83 | La Femme Powered by Buy Me A Drink App
Singapore’s Girls Night Out scene has just been redefined by a different type of party series Launching April 3rd at 83 Club Street. - March 28, 2012 - WAAVE Holdings Pte Ltd
TFI Envision, Inc. Selected to Develop Graphics for The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk's Largest Fundraiser
TFI Envision, Inc. has been selected again (the 11th year) by the Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk to develop the graphics for their largest annual fundraising event “Cirque de la Mer.” This event supports the Maritime Aquarium’s Red Apple Fund for Students’ Enrichment, which... - March 28, 2012 - TFI Envision, Inc.
Maria Amor, in Conjunction with Knbstv, LA Sherrif Lee Baca, Chairman, Kevin Kaul, and Varun Gandhi Are Presenting Awards at LA's Convention Center
Maria Amor, in Conjunction with Knbstv, LA Sherrif Lee Baca, Chairman Ret. Lt. Kishore Chairman, Kevin Kaul, and Varun Gandhi are presenting awards at LA's Convention Center on April 28, 2012. This event will consist of diversified functions, and Ms. Amor, Mr. Kaul, and The Sheriff's Indo-American... - March 28, 2012 - KNBSTV
Mark Chesnutt Live in Concert at The Bluestone as Part of The Heartland Bank Concert Series to Benefit The USO
The Heartland Bank concert series to benefit the USO is kicking off April 20th, 2012 at 7pm, with classic country music artist, Mark Chesnutt. Chesnutt will be taking center stage at the venue dubbed “Columbus’ New Home for Live Music,” The Bluestone, located at 583 E. Broad St. Columbus, OH 43215. Tickets are now on-sale and can be purchased online at www.liveatthebluestone.com for just $20. One dollar of every ticket sold will be directly donated to the USO. - March 28, 2012 - The Bluestone
The Rembrandt Hotel Presents the Swedish Jazz Festival
Rembrandt Hotel is glad to welcome one of the top Swedish jazz singers, Christina Gustafsson, and the Erling Ribbing Quartet to showcase their amazing talents live at the Rembrandt Hotel, Sukhumvit Soi 18. They will be performing their featured hits exclusively at the Rembrandt Hotel. The Erling... - March 28, 2012 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok
Xclaimed Ministries Kicks Off the Spring Season with Free Toys, Bicycles and Food for the Community at the Xclaimed Concert Event
Xclaimed Ministries provided free toys, bicycles and meals to the community as they begin their 2012 "Concert in the Park" season. - March 27, 2012 - Xclaimed Ministries, Inc
The Brownstone Poets Presents Two Bilingual Poets Yuko Otomo and Larissa Shmailo on Tuesday, April 17 at 7 p.m. at Linger Café & Lounge
The Brownstone Poets presents two bilingual poets Yuko Otomo and Larissa Shmailo on Tuesday, April 17 at 7 p.m. at their new venue at the Linger Café & Lounge. Linger for a few hours and enjoy the quaint and cozy café ambiance conveniently located near several subways and Downtown Brooklyn. Feast on tapas and delectable pastries and cookies. Relax with a glass of wine or beer, a cup of coffee or herbal tea while listening to great poetry. There's an open mic as well. - March 26, 2012 - The Brownstone Poets
The Brownstone Poets Presents Bernard and Diane Block, a Poetic Couple, on Saturday, May 5 at 2:30 p.m. at Park Plaza Restaurant in Historic Brooklyn Heights
The Brownstone Poets presents Bernard and Diane Block, a poetic couple, on Saturday, May 5 at 2:30 p.m. at Park Plaza Restaurant in historic Brooklyn Heights. Enjoy the varied menu at this affordable family-run diner while listening to great poetry. Poetry grows in Brooklyn Heights and there's an open mic as well. - March 26, 2012 - The Brownstone Poets
Cabot Barden, Author of It's The Bass Player, Will be Holding a Book Signing at Barnes and Noble in Hendersonville, TN from 12 to 2 PM on Saturday, April 7, 2012
Cabot Barden, author of It's The Bass Player and Mixed Blessings, will be holding a book signing at the Barnes and Noble book store on April 7, 2012 from 12 noon to 2 pm. Barden's first book, It's The Bass Player is being read as far away as South Africa, England, and Australia. His second book,... - March 24, 2012 - Cabot Barden-Author
ProFusion 2012 to Present Sold-Out Vistek Seminar Presenter, Greg Gorman, as Keynote Speaker
World-renowned photographer and sold-out Vistek seminar presenter, Greg Gorman, will be part of the 2012 lineup of talent at ProFusion this June 19 and 20. Known for his timeless celebrity and personality portraits, Gorman has a career that spans more than four decades and encompasses advertising... - March 24, 2012 - Vistek Ltd
XI International Ballet Festival DANCE OPEN 12- 16 April 2012
In 2012, St. Petersburg festival DANCE OPEN is celebrating its eleventh anniversary. Again, the principals of the best international companies will gather together in St. Petersburg to show their artistry to the Russian audiences. Besides the ballet celebrities, students from various countries... - March 24, 2012 - Dance Open Festival