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Kollaboration DC 2011 Contestants Announced
Kollaboration DC, the Washington Metropolitan area’s only talent competition showcasing emerging talents within the Asian American and Pacific Islander community, announces its artists for this year’s show. The September 17th show will be the second in Kollaboration DC history and will... - September 01, 2011 - Kollaboration DC
Phobias and Fear Examined in New America Haunts Blog Series
Entries to explore at least one phobia (i.e., Triskaidekaphobia (the irrational fear of the number 13) or Phasmophobia (an unnatural fear of ghosts and apparitions)) that thrill seekers might be experiencing at one of the America Haunts' attractions. - September 01, 2011 - America Haunts
Blogger Develops A Grave Interest in Cemeteries
What started as a passing interest became a blog, and then developed into a passion. Cemetery blogger, Joy Neighbors travels the South and Midwest taking photos of cemeteries and speaking about the topic. - September 01, 2011 - A Grave Interest
The American Radio Network, Represented, by Maurice Dwayne Smith, of knbstv Covered Sabrina Johnston, Singer, at the RLounge in Studio City August 31, 2011
Sabrina Johnston appeared Wednesday, August 31, 2011 at The Studio City club, RLounge, and sung her hits, "My Way Out" and "Peace in the Valley." Singer is best known for humanitarian efforts against the epidemic, AIDS, and for her musical collaboration with superstar and Grammy Award winning singer, Lauryn Hill's smash album, "The Misducation of Lauryn Hill." - September 01, 2011 - KNBSTV
American Craft Endeavors Presents 14th Annual Punta Gorda Sullivan Street Craft Festival Slated on September 10-11, 2011
Sullivan Street in downtown Punta Gorda will once again be transformed into an outdoor craft showcase with the unique and original work of the country’s top crafters when the Punta Gorda Sullivan Street Craft Festival returns on September 10 – 11, 2011. - September 01, 2011 - American Craft Endeavors
Howard Alan Events Presents 9th Annual Alexandria's King Street Festival of the Arts on September 10-11, 2011
Alexandria welcomes back its popular top ranked juried art festival September 10 - 11, 2011. - September 01, 2011 - Howard Alan Events
A Rose Among Thorns: a Tribute to Rosa Parks Starring Ella Joyce Comes to Washington, DC - Sept 21-24, 2011
Actress Ella Joyce, remembered for her co-starring role of Eleanor on TV's "Roc"; Jasmine on "My Wife & Kids; and Detective Waller in the classic ladies’ action film “Set If Off”, captures the famous moment in the life of Rosa Parks, affectionately called "Mother of the Civil Rights Movement", in her highly acclaimed, one-woman play A Rose Among Thorns: a Tribute to Rosa Parks. The show comes to Washington, DC, after headlining Stage Aurora's 4th Annual Black Arts Festival in July. - August 31, 2011 - Ms. Thing Productions, Inc.
Access Physical Therapy Presents, The Being You, Changing The World Taster, with Author, Dr. Dain Heer. Sept. 15th, 7pm. San Francisco, Holiday Inn Fisherman's Wharf.
"Has anyone ever asked you to show up as you? As what you can truly be?" This is what Dr. Dain Heer invites participants to do in this class based on his newest book Being You, Changing the World. In the class, Dr. Heer, will be using the tools of Access Consciousness as well as his own unique way of working with bodies and energies called the Energetic Synthesis of Being. - August 31, 2011 - Access Physical Therapy
Fifth Annual World Diabetes Day Luncheon Luncheon & Expo - November 15, 2011
The American Diabetes Association proudly announces its speaker and award winners for the Fifth Annual World Diabetes Day Luncheon. - August 31, 2011 - American Diabetes Association, Dallas, TX
Top Wedding Planner Chosen to Coordinate Events at Several Exclusive Venues
The Event Group International (TEGI) has been selected to serve exclusively as the top event planner for 11 of the area’s most elite country clubs, including the Congressional Country Club and the Chevy Chase Country Club, as well as Life University in Marietta, GA. Tanya Wilbon, founder and... - August 30, 2011 - The Event Group International (TEGI)
CapitalWave and Baruch College (CUNY) Announce 2011 University Trading Challenge for US Students
Some of the world’s leading trading firms will watch closely as the country’s best student traders put their knowledge to the test in a competition that culminates at the Baruch College Campus' Wasserman Trader Floor December 9th and 10th, 2011. - August 30, 2011 - CapitalWave Inc.
Gold Rush Beer Crawl Kicks Off Old Sacramento's Gold Rush Days
Old Sacramento's annual Gold Rush Days get started with a beer crawl, featuring 9 beers at 9 bars. The theme is Gold Rush and participants are encouraged to dress the part and experience the kick off of this great festival. - August 30, 2011 - River City Entertainment
LobsterAnywhere.com Introduces Lobster Palooza Labor Day Special
Host a Labor Day Lobster Palooza party this year by ordering lobster dinner specials from LobsterAnywhere.com. Collect reward points and enjoy the best Maine lobster tails and lobster bisque for an end of the summer get-together with family and friends. The special features enough lobster tails and bisque to throw a Labor Day lobster party to be remembered. Overnight delivery is free except on Saturdays. - August 28, 2011 - LobsterAnywhere.com
Slimm Buick to DJ at Annual Rootstock Festival, Sacramento, CA Sept. 17 & 18
Slimm Buick will be the guest DJ September 17 and 18 from 5 to 8pm at the annual Rootstock Festival, a two day music festival featuring Rockabilly, Americana, Country and Western Swing performers. The event is being held on the grounds of the Sacramento Horsemen's Association, at 3200 Longview Dr. - August 28, 2011 - Slimm Buick, DJ, Artist, Entertainer
Chicago's Finest River Walk Tour Named Goldstar.com’s “Roar of the Crowd” Winner
Chicago's Finest River Walk Tour is today announcing it has been awarded the “Roar of the Crowd” winner. - August 28, 2011 - Chicago's Finest River Walk Tour
E&T Plastics Donates Acrylic Sheet to the “Reflecting the Stars” Art Installation in New York City
E&T Plastics, one of the leading plastics distributors and component manufacturers in the United States, donated key acrylic components to the “Reflecting the Stars” art installation in New York City. - August 27, 2011 - E&T Plastics
Comedian Evan Wecksell Announces 2011 Up In The Air Tour
Musical Comedian Evan Wecksell piles on the frequent flyer miles as he once again hits the road with his solo show, Greek Life talk and original, mostly wife-written "College The Musical" for an extensive fall tour. - August 26, 2011 - Evan Wecksell Booking
911 Memorial Song: 911 Tenth Anniversary Commemorated in Twin Towers (Song for America)
- Likely, the first response in art and song to the 911 attack on America. - Received notes from Vice President Dick Cheney and Senator Hillary Clinton. - Originally received a half-million hits with tens of thousands downloading the free song. - Free song download commemorates 9/11. - August 25, 2011 - The Eastco Group
The Miracle of Love World Tour 2011 Continues in Glasgow and London
"In a Moment Life Can Change. The Question is, Does Life Happen to Us or do We Create the Life We Desire? It's Our Decision." Source Al Diaz Founder of Ilumine Ao and Internationally Recognized Public Speaker; Hosts the Miracle of Love World Tour. - August 25, 2011 - Ilumine Ao
Four-Wheel Bob’s New Adventure: Supporting Bay Area Trails
The East Bay Hills Trails Hike and Ride begins on August 31 and runs through September 5th. Bicyclists can join the event on Saturday and Sunday. Highlights of the event include five days of hiking from Crockett to Cull Canyon, totaling 53.5 miles; a six day 100-mile equestrian ride year, starting in Berkeley at the Anderson Equestrian Camp in Tilden Park; an evening talk by 4-Wheel Bob’s about his epic climb to the top of White Mountain, California's 3rd largest peak. - August 25, 2011 - East Bay Ridge Trail
American Craft Endeavors Presents 3rd Annual Downtown Venice Labor Day Weekend Craft Festival
Miami Avenue in Downtown Venice will once again be transformed into an outdoor craft showcase with the unique and original work of the country’s top crafters, when the 3rd Annual Downtown Venice Labor Day Weekend Craft Festival returns September 3 – 4, 2011. - August 25, 2011 - American Craft Endeavors
Marsters, Williams, West Among Wizard World Mid-Ohio Comic Con Headliners, Oct. 22-23 in Columbus
James Marsters, Billy Dee Williams, Adam West, Burt Ward, Claudia Christian and Walter Koenig are among the headliners scheduled to attend Wizard World Mid-Ohio Comic Con, October 22-23 at the Greater Columbus Convention Center in Columbus, Ohio. - August 25, 2011 - Fan Expo HQ
Maria Amor, Has Partnered with knbstv, to Celebrate the 2nd Anniversary of Her Non-Profit Organization - Exotifit for Humanity - via a Media Awards Lua Banquet
On August 28th, 2011, 5 pm, at the Sunset Canyon Recreation Center, 111 Easton Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90095, Maria Amor will be celebrating the 2nd Anniversary, of her non-profit organization, Exotifit for Humanity. In addtion an awards presentation will be held for the media. This event is being... - August 24, 2011 - KNBSTV
Wanda Patterson Brings a Wealth of Beauty Making Expertise to the Cast of Maria Amor's "Perfect Creature" Project at the 3rd Anniversary of Exotift for Humanity
Wanda Patterson, with a successful track record in making the stars look beautiful, heads a perfect beautymaking empire into Ms. Amor's, highly anticipated project - The Search for the Perfect Creature. Ms. Patterson will be appearing and sharing beauty tips, as well as promoting her career plans on knbstv in September 2011. - August 24, 2011 - KNBSTV
Heroes Breakfast Benefit Operation Stand Down, Inc.
Operations Stand Down, non-profit agency serving honorable discharged veterans in Middle Tennessee will be holding their first major fundraiser Oct. 31st at the Lowe's Vanderbilt Hotel Nashville TN. Proceeds from the event are used to support OSDN efforts. - August 23, 2011 - Operation Stand Down, Inc Nashville
Barry Tickets Announces No Service Fees on Internet Orders
As major ticket brokers ceaselessly charge hidden fees, www.BarrysTickets.com is taking their company message in a new direction by eliminating service fees! In addition to no service fees, Barry’s Tickets also regularly provides their customers with further savings via discount and promo codes when you sign up at www.BarrysTickets.com. - August 23, 2011 - Barrys Ticket Service Inc.
Los Angeles CHOCOLATE SALON Speakers, Chocolatiers, and Tasting Panel Announced
TasteTV is proud to announce that the premier major chocolate show in Southern California area takes place on Sunday, September 25th, 2011. - August 22, 2011 - TasteTV
New Jersey Post-Progressive Rock Band, The Tea Club Invited to Perform at Progday 2011, the 17th Edition of the World's Longest Running Progressive Rock Festival
The Tea Club will be performing at Progday 2011, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, (Saturday, September 3rd, and Sunday, September 4th, 2011). Progday 2011 is the 17th edition of the world's longest running Progressive Rock Festival. (http://www.progday.net) The Tea Club are slated to perform on... - August 20, 2011 - The Tea Club
Liberty Social Hour: Experience Social Media Real Life Before Summer Ends
Partnering with TorontoCityEvents, BHIVE is inviting you to the FINAL socializing and networking event this summer. We present to you “Liberty Social Hour: Le Bel Été.” Come out and enjoy this great FREE social event before summer ends! - August 19, 2011 - BHIVE
Mark Newton’s August 23rd Lyrics for Lyric Benefit Show to Feature Rural Rhythm Records Artists, The Roys, Mason Douglas & Brandon Rickman
The Mark Newton’s Lyrics for Lyric Benefit Show will be packed with talent for the August 23rd outing at the “Man VS. Food” famed venue, Roosters TX Style BBQ & Steakhouse, featuring Rural Rhythm recording artists, The Roys, Mason Douglas and Brandon Rickman. Also taking the... - August 19, 2011 - Lyrics for Lyric
Tomato Fare 2011 East at White Heron Cellars in Quincy, WA: Vaughn Jensen Rhythm & Blues Band
TomatoFare celebrates the spirit of the season's harvest and encourages home gardeners to carry on the honored tradition of seed-saving and growing their family's own organic heirloom tomatoes. It truly is a unique community festival for food & wine lovers, chefs, family gardeners and farmers. It's a celebration of life. - August 19, 2011 - TomatoFare
The Hudson Valley Wine & Food Fest Returns to the Dutchess County Fairgrounds for Its Tenth Anniversary Event
The Hudson Valley Wine & Food Fest’s tenth anniversary is less than a month away and the excitement for this milestone event is mounting. For the past nine years, the Hudson Valley Wine & Food Fest has been a celebration of wine and food that takes place each September on the weekend... - August 19, 2011 - Hudson Valley Wine & Food Fest
NYC Deep is Hosting a BBQ and Loft Party with Peven Everett Live in Brooklyn
NYC Deep and Love + Light present internationally known Singer, Songwriter, and Musician, Peven Everett, with an outdoor BBQ, Live Performances, and a Loft Party on Friday, September 9th, 2011 at 7:00PM. Showtime 8pm. Loft Party until late. The event will be held at The Morgan, 25 Bogart St, Brooklyn, NY and tickets are $15 and available at nycdeep.com. - August 18, 2011 - NYC Deep
UK Eletronic Gadgets Supplier Mixwall Decided to Celebrate Notting Hill Carnival Together with Customers
UK online site Mixwall planned to celebrate Notting Hill Carnival with their customers this month. - August 18, 2011 - Mixwall
Howard Alan Events Presents 14th Annual Shadyside... The Art Festival on Walnut Street on August 27-28, 2011
The return of Shadyside’s premier annual art festival this summer, transforming the heart of this popular dining and retail destination into a gallery style outdoor art extravaganza. - August 18, 2011 - Howard Alan Events
Bread and Roses Labor Day Festival
Labor Day Festival on the Common in Lawrence, MA, Sept. 5, 2011, 12-6 pm. Bread and Puppet Theater, Zili Misik, Ten Tumbao, Angkor Dance Troupe, Fado Singer Ana Vinagre. Great ethnic food, trolley tours, children's activities, and Lawrence History Live!, the tent for lively conversation on labor and the city in past and present. - August 17, 2011 - Bread and Roses Heritage Committee
First Out Entertainment Presents…Goonstyles’ Fashion & Music Explosion "Rage Against the Runway"
Goonstyles’ Fashion & Music Explosion “Rage Against the Runway,” benefiting the Susan G. Komen campaign. The production will be held at the Hilton Garden Inn in Houston, TX on November 13, 2011. - August 17, 2011 - First Out Enterprises, LLC
Miami Lakes Chevrolet Sponsors Undercover Concert with KISS Country at Seminole Paradise Hard Rock
This upcoming Undercover Concert is slated to be the best yet. The artist is still unknown, and the rules are still the same. Tickets cannot be bought, only won through Miami Lakes Chevrolet part of Miami Lakes Automall, WKIS 99.9, or Seminole Hard Rock. - August 16, 2011 - Miami Lakes Automall
Internet Music Sensation Announces Google+ Hangout Concert with YouTube Live Integration and Free, Exclusive "Google Song" Download
Become a Part of the Global Community that Launched the First Google+ Music Star - August 16, 2011 - Daria Musk
911 Remembered in NYC with Encore Performance of “110 for 911” by Composer/Pianist Jed Distler at The Jazz Gallery
On the 10th anniversary of 911, American composer/pianist Jed Distler reprises “110 for 911,” part of the "Crisis" project initiated by City Lore which incorporates the entire text of the collective poem “Tower Two” with contributions by 110 poets including Adrienne Rich, David Lehman, Denise Duhamel, Robert Creeley, Anne Waldman, Quincy Troupe, and Galway Kinnell. Distler’s performance will take place Sunday, September 11, 2011, 3pm at The Jazz Gallery, 290 Hudson St., New York, NY 10013. - August 14, 2011 - ComposersCollaborative Inc.
rainbowweddingclergy to Perform Gay Weddings on Fire Island New York
Rev Alison Caiola of www.rainbowweddingclergy, top wedding officiant for NY Gay Weddings helps the marital tide come in for Fire island. - August 13, 2011 - rainbowweddingclergy.com
Leonard Marcus to Speak September 16
The annual meeting of ANCA, the Arne Nixon Center Advocates, will be held Friday, September 16, 2011, with a talk by Leonard Marcus. This event will mark the opening of the Arne Nixon Center’s exhibition “Down the Rabbit Hole with Lewis Carroll and Leonard Weisgard.” The program,... - August 13, 2011 - Arne Nixon Center for the Study of Children's Literature
Inaugural Brew Festival at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino Oct. 8
The inaugural Dover Downs Hotel & Casino Brew Festival will take place on Saturday, October 8, from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the Rollins Center. The theme will be Wild West. Microbreweries from the Mid-Atlantic region will be featured, along with live entertainment and food. The general admission... - August 13, 2011 - Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
Ventriloquist and Funny Puppet Guy Richard Paul to Perform at Expo
Award Winning Ventriloquist/ Funny Puppet Guy Richard Paul will be performing his Ventriloquist Family Fun Variety Show. Richard’s outrageous, kid-friendly comedy, life like puppets, music, sight gags and rip roaring spontaneous improvisational interjections bring about an unforgettable, side... - August 13, 2011 - Downriver Community Federal Credit Union
San Pablo Arts District Fund Presents Lip Service West Featuring W. Ross Ayers, Sean Craven, Pamela Holm, Kishma Patnaik and Howard Zalkin
Equal parts hilarious and heartbreaking, embarrassing and brutally honest, Lip Service West promises to be unlike any literary event you’ve ever experienced. - August 12, 2011 - San Pablo Arts District Fund
Remember Our Heroes with a Day of Celebration
World War II Allied and Axis forces take to the battlefield once again on September 3, 2011, for the 6th Cavalry Museum’s second annual Remembering Our Heroes. Played out on the polo field of the historic Army post at Fort Oglethorpe from 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m., the day includes two... - August 11, 2011 - 6th Cavalry Museum
Huge Comics Creator Gathering of More Than 500 to Attend Wizard World Chicago Comic Con This Weekend
More Than 20 Eisner Winners Plus Dozens of Notables Including Mike Deodato Jr., Jim Cheung, Brian Azzarello, Eduardo Risso Among 515 Scheduled to Appear - August 11, 2011 - Fan Expo HQ
Local Teen Musicians Give Live Radio Broadcast
Local teens give live radio broadcast at WNTI 91.9 radio station in Hackettstown, NJ during the stations live Bob Dylan program. Five students from Bill Wright’s Guitar Studio in Sparta, NJ performed live on air at WNTI radio station early Friday morning on July 29th. They played so well... - August 10, 2011 - Bill Wright School Of Music
Béziers to Hold Chocolate Festival in October 2011
Building on the success of its first Chocolate Festival (Féria du Chocolat) in 2006, which attracted nearly 10,000 visitors in two days, the town of Béziers has announced the opening of its new Chocolate Hall at the Palais des Congrès for this year’s event, which will be held on 15-16 October 2011. - August 10, 2011 - Beziers Congres
The Rembrandt Hotel Invites Salsa Dancers to Get on the Floor
The Rembrandt Hotel invites all Salsa dancers to get on the floor and dance the night away on Saturday August 27th at Senõr Pico with the Fiesta Latina Latinos Unidos en Tailandia. - August 10, 2011 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok