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Seattle Animal Shelter Foundation to Recognize Retiring Seattle Police Department K9 Patrol Dog Ziva on Oct. 14; SPD’s 1st Female Generalist Patrol Dog Served 7.5 Years
With more than 5000 police calls, 81 felony arrests, 23 misdemeanor arrests and more under her collar, Seattle Police Department’s K9-3 Ziva is ready for retirement this fall before her 10th birthday on Nov.15. In addition to her crime fighting, with her partner A/Sergeant Mark Wong, Ziva’s helped raise more than $40,000 over the years for local animal organizations, including the Seattle Animal Shelter Foundation. SASF will recognize Ziva on Oct. 14 at Raining Cats & Dogs Auction. - September 25, 2017 - Seattle Animal Shelter Foundation
Fall Into the New Music Ventures We Here Now Music Group Has Made
We Here Now Music Group has been up to some great things. - September 24, 2017 - We Here Now Music Group, LLC
Stellar Scholars: Paul Lubanski's and Johnny Johnson's Country Music StoryTubes on YouTube Conjure Up Comparisons to Elvis, Johnny Cash, and The Beatles
Stellar Scholars Executive Creative Director Ashley Sword glows when she reads the rave review: Marla Holten of Huntsville, Alabama marvels: "Your love stories could be done in a rendition by someone like Johnny Cash and June Carter! It meets all the standards of the greats... Johnny, Elvis,... - September 24, 2017 - Stellar Scholars
Former Ford Statistical Supervisor Patricia Emery Orchestrates Rocketing Growth of Women-Driven Stellar Romance
Patricia Emery, a self-made woman with an impressive Ford Motor Company background as a Statistical Supervisor, has created a unique service, namely romance and baseball stories to its loyal global readership for gifting to their loved ones. Ms. Emery has assembled an exemplary team of others of... - September 23, 2017 - Stellar Scholars
"My Stars Are Still Shining" a Memoir by Amina Warsuma
Amina has succeeded in authoring an inspirational memoir about her life as an international fashion model whose life has influenced so many others. Her journey from the tough streets of Harlem to the high-fashion runways of Paris and New York is remarkable. Companions on Amina’s journey include fashion-world luminaries, movie stars, and renown artist. Quite a contrast with her life as a physically and psychologically abused child. - September 22, 2017 - Agent Zero Productions,LLC
Gay Daughter of Focus on the Family Executive Unmasks Her Coming Out Story with New Memoir
Releasing Oct. 1st, "Refocusing My Family," unmasks Amber Cantorna's true story of being raised in the epi-center of Christian family values and how coming out as gay tore that paradigm apart, shunned her from her family, and burdened her with a degree of devastation that nearly took her life. With grace and transparency, Amber’s book sheds light on the harm that religious and family rejection reeks on the human soul, and offers to LGBTQ people and their religious families, a better way to love. - September 22, 2017 - Beyond
L.M. Foundation Presents Grammy Nominated Miki Howard Two Day Special Event Celebrating Domestic Violence Survivors
Grammy Nominated Miki Howard is teaming up with L.M. Foundation to headline The "Aspiring 2B A Better Me™ Benefit Event Series." The two day event which starts Friday, October 20, 2017, in Baltimore, MD at Morgan State University's Murphy's Fine Arts Theater. - September 22, 2017 - L.M. Foundation
Motion Graphics App "Core Animator" by Polished Play Now Available for iPad on the Apple App Store
Now available from Polished Play, LLC, the app "Core Animator" can be used to create animations and post-production motion graphics. It can also export to Apple's Swift Playgrounds app. Core Animator is a breakthrough for creative professionals, and pushes the limits of what is possible on an iPad even for the most casual user. - September 21, 2017 - Polished Play, LLC
2017 Continental Gin Building Fall Open Studios
The 2017 Fall Open Studios at the historical Continental Gin Building will showcase a diverse range of art from 50+ local artists across 61,000 sq.ft. of space on three floors. Only available to the public twice a year during the spring and fall, Continental Gin Building Studios, located at... - September 21, 2017 - Continental Gin Building Studios
Top Millennial Podcaster Named Top Influencer to Follow in 2018
Host of Create Your Own Life Podcast reached 200,000 listeners and recently was named a top influencer to follow in 2018 by Buzzfeed. - September 21, 2017 - Create Your Own Life Podcast
Enjoy Architectural Beauties at the 2017 Jewels of Highlands Home Tour While Supporting Skinner Middle School
Tickets now available for Saturday, September 30. - September 21, 2017 - Jewels of the Highlands
OONA Announces Partnership with the World's Largest Telecom Company, Telkom Indonesia
“OONA – Beyond Television, the Data that Serves Everyone” Shakes Up the Mobile TV Industry OONA, the company behind the cutting-edge OTT OONA Mobile App that can deliver exciting content and live TV to millions of people in developing countries via 3G and 4G connectivity, has... - September 20, 2017 - OONA
"2017 US China Jilin Radio and Television Week" Series of Activities in the United States Officially Launched in Los Angeles
To further promote the cultural exchanges between China and the United States and to further enhance the understanding and friendship between the two countries, the "2017 US China Jilin Radio and Television Week" series of activities co-organized by Media Office of Jilin Provincial... - September 20, 2017 - EDI Media
Stage Drama The Trial at Plymouth State University Questions Our Rights and Freedoms
At Plymouth State University, the Music, Theatre and Dance Department’s production of The Trial, an adaptation by Paul Mroczka based on the novel by Franz Kafka presents a cautionary tale of political commentary. Running from September 21-23 and September 29-30 at the Silver Center, this story of scandal and human rights is a dark tale of warning. - September 20, 2017 - Plymouth State Theatre
Encouragement for Parents Dealing with Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD)
You Are Not Alone is a book of hope. It contains a series of scripture-based meditations written especially for parents of children with RAD. Based on her own experiences, the author wrote the book as a way of healing and offering hope to those who find themselves in a uniquely difficult relationship. While intended for that specific audience, the message in You Are Not Alone is also useful for all who find themselves in difficult relationships. - September 20, 2017 - Bush Publishing and Associates
Announcing the 2nd Edition of Art Fort Lauderdale - the Art Fair on the Water. January 25 - 28, 2018.
UniteUs Group announces the 2nd edition of Art Fort Lauderdale - the Art Fair on the Water to be held January 25 - 28, 2018 at properties on Fort Lauderdale’s famed Intracoastal waterways. - September 20, 2017 - UniteUs Group
CEO of Gina Carey Films, “Gina Carey” to Launch the 1st Annual Coachella Valley Independent Film Awards in 2018
International Soul Recording Artist and Indie Filmmaker, Gina Carey to honor filmmakers with micro budget films in a red carpet Oscar style fashion annually at the Camelot theatres. - September 20, 2017 - Gina Carey Films
Kate Beckinsale, Val Kilmer, Jewel Staite, Ernie Hudson Among Top Celebrities Scheduled to Attend Wizard World Comic Con Oklahoma City, October 27-29
Jason Mewes, Brian O’Halloran, Ray Park, James Marsters, Charisma Carpenter Also Headline Guest Roster To Date; Talented Comics Creators, Live Entertainment, Variety of Exhibitors, Cosplayers, Robust Programming At Cox Convention Center - September 20, 2017 - Fan Expo HQ
Kvellix Inc. Announces the Upcoming Launch of NUTSO™ at Play Fair in NYC November 4th
NUTSO™ is a high energy, gut wrenching poker styled card game design to bring back family game night. Soon you can be part of Kvellix Inc.'s new NUTSO nation family. - September 19, 2017 - Kvellix
The Buzzing Bees of OpenJar Concepts, Inc. Celebrates 8 Years of Marketing Pollination
OpenJar Concepts, Inc. (“OJC”) is a full-service agency whose focus is on Direct-To-Consumer Advertising with an industry-leading niche of Performance Driven Media from TV, Radio, Print, and Digital. - September 19, 2017 - OpenJar Concepts, Inc.
New Book Introduces an Alternative Approach to Leadership
"If you want to lead in this hyper-complex world, the only viable means is through collaboration. Authors Charles Manz and Craig Pearce reveal exactly what it will take on your part. Their arguments are compelling. Their examples are powerful. Their guidance is critical. They'll open your eyes to fundamentally rethinking how you need to lead." - Jay A. Conger - September 19, 2017 - Maven House Press
Washington, DC is Invited to Shop 9/20 for More Arts and Humanities Field-trips for DC Public and Public Charter School Students at All DC Whole Foods Markets
Washington, DC is Invited to Shop for More Arts and Humanities Field-trips for DC Public and Public Charter School Students; 5% of Wednesday, September 20th Whole Foods Market DC Sales to Support the DC Arts and Humanities Education Collaborative's Arts and Humanities for Every Student Program - September 19, 2017 - DC Arts and Humanities Education Collaborative
RNCG Angel Foundation Postpones Costume Ball for “Scaring Off Cancer”
Event Postponed - The RNCG Angel Foundation, a nonprofit organization, plans an enchanting evening “Under the Harvest Moon” at the Don Cesar in St. Pete Beach, FL, for its annual “Scaring Off Cancer” fundraiser to support cancer patients and their families. - September 19, 2017 - RNCG Solutions, Inc.
Fashion Designer Natalie Yaru Makes Rolling Stone Debut with Wonder Woman Rocking Leather
Fashion designer Natalie Yaru's clothing brand gets featured on the cover of Rolling Stone Magazine. - September 19, 2017 - MANAM
New BILD Print Media Set to Revolutionize the Print Media Industry
Better Life Technology, LLC, has undergone product redevelopment and rebranding. The G-Floor Graphics line will now be called, BILD. - September 19, 2017 - Better Life Technology
Wright Scoop Selects David Austin Roses as Plants of Care
Wright recognizes David Austin roses as "plants of Care" for their eco sustainable characteristics; specifically, for an ability to connect people to living green that surrounds them. - September 19, 2017 - The Wright Scoop
AirTime Trampoline & Game Park School Pride Day to Benefit JDRF
Time to pull out your favorite school shirt and get ready for a day of school spirit as AirTime Trampoline & Park is kicking off the new school year with School Pride to benefit JDRF (Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation) on Thursday, September 28, 2017 at all locations in Troy, Sterling... - September 18, 2017 - AirTime Trampoline & Game Parks
World Rivers Day Set for September 24th. World Rivers Day Increases Awareness, Promotes Stewardship, and Encourages River Conservation Around the Globe.
World Rivers Day, set for September 24 (always the last Sunday in September), is a global celebration of our rivers. The event strives to increase public awareness of the values of our waterways while also promoting the need for sound river stewardship. The day's festivities will range from stream clean-ups and habitat restoration activities to educational programs and community riverside celebrations. More than 70 countries and millions of people will participate. - September 18, 2017 - World Rivers Day
Michael Terence Publishing Announces, Author Karolina Robinson Wins Centre of Excellence Award 2017
Michael Terence Publishing is thrilled to announce that Author, Karolina Robinson has been awarded the Centre of Excellence Award 2017 for Outstanding Personal Achievement (Creative Writing). About Karolina Robinson’s Books Karolina has, to date, penned three successful works: Let There Be... - September 18, 2017 - Michael Terence Publishing
DC Arts and Humanities Education Collaborative's Arts and Humanities for Every Student Program to Benefit from Whole Foods Market District of Columbia Store Sales
DC organization celebrates 20 years of providing equitable access to the arts and humanities for DC students. DC Arts and Humanities Education Collaborative will be the beneficiary of Whole Foods Market’s quarterly 5% Community Giving Day in Washington, DC on Wednesday, September 20th. Five percent of the day’s sales from all four current Washington, DC stores will benefit the DC Collaborative’s high-cost transportation needs for their "Arts and Humanities for Every Student" legacy program. - September 17, 2017 - DC Arts and Humanities Education Collaborative
Laura Rathe Fine Art Presents Meredith Pardue: Cenote Falls
LRFA Presents Solo Exhibition by Contemporary Artist in Dallas, Texas. - September 16, 2017 - Laura Rathe Fine Art
Epic "Breaking Bad" Series Used as Sobriety Tool in Unique Self-Help Book
Indie author to self-publish eBook entitled "The (Breaking) Bad Path to Enlightenment & Sobriety," a sequel to his first self-help book. It's a compilation of the author's blog posts. Every episode of series is summarized and analyzed to illustrate the dangers of an overly powerful ego. - September 16, 2017 - Lee Eide's Books, Inc.
Cary Tagawa, Adrianne Curry & Ice-T's Wife Coco Are Cast as New Super Heroes Based on the Comic Book, Gekido, by BeyondComics.TV Creator Graig Weich & B.Wilson
Ice-T's super model wife, Coco (Coco Austin), Adrianne Curry and Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa (Mortal Kombat) are now officially licensed for the 1st time as fully posable 1/6 scale 12" action figures with "real synthetic skin" (& 28 points of articulation with a steel skeleton inside), based on the comic book, Gekido. They are empowered new super heroes: www.BeyondComics.TV, created by celebrity artist of the stars Graig Weich (Poster Artist: Spawn #30) seen on TV's E!, Huff Post, AMC, HBO & 20/20 ABC. - September 15, 2017 - BeyondComics.TV
Cynthia Harris Honored as a Prominent Business Leader by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Cynthia Harris of Las Vegas, Nevada has been honored as a Prominent Business Leader for 2017 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding achievements and high level of success for over 40 years in the fields of live music performance and music education. About... - September 15, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide
A Family with Their 7-Months Old Baby Started on a 6-Years Long Bicycle Journey Around the World. They Share All About It through DreamUp Project.
The founders of DreamUp Project, Blagomyr and Olena Dovgan, a couple from Ukraine, gave up their jobs and sold all they had, except their bicycles and touring gear. Now everything they own fits on their bicycles. On 29th July 2017 they started from Kyiv on their journey around the globe. They plan to reach New Zealand in 3 years and hope to pedal back to Kyiv through the Americas and Europe in 2023, when their daughter will turn 6 - September 15, 2017 - DreamUp
New Book Exposes Dark Side of Adoption History
Adoption activist and author Karen-Wilson Buterbaugh, Director of the Baby Scoop Era Research Initiative, documents the darkest corners of infant adoption in her new book "The Baby Scoop Era: Unwed Mothers, Infant Adoption and Forced Surrender." In her timely expose, Wilson-Buterbaugh... - September 14, 2017 - Baby Scoop Era Research Initiative
“The Girl Who Said Sorry”: Feminist Picture Book on the Gender Apology Gap
New feminist picture book, "The Girl Who Said Sorry," highlights the realities of the gender apology gap to young girls. Written in rhyme and accompanied by approachable illustrations, “The Girl Who Said Sorry” encourages developing girls to make personal choices without apology, and with self-esteem. - September 14, 2017 - Hayoung Terra Yim
Public Television Debuts Make48 This Fall Where Novice Inventors Create New Consumer Products During 'Round-the-Clock Invent-a-Thon
in "Make48," a Public TV series debuting this fall, novice inventors are given 48 hours to come up with a new consumer product—going from idea to prototype in a televised invent-a-ton. During the final episodes, three winners, picked by judges from QVC, Indigogo, Pivot International and Handy Camel will see their products pitched to major retailers. The series is distributed nationwide by American Public Television and underwritten by Stanley Black & Decker. Check local listing for times. - September 14, 2017 - Make48 LLC
Kay Lamb Shannon Recognized as a Woman of Excellence by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Kay Lamb Shannon of Waco, Texas has been recognized as a Woman of Excellence by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements for over 50 years in the field of fine art. About Kay Lamb Shannon Kay Lamb Shannon is the self-employed Owner of Strokes... - September 14, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide
New Children’s Book About Boogers Poised to Reduce Germs, Save Desks and Sleeves
"Where a Booger Goes," Andrews’ first book (set for release by Black Swan Publishing, LLC on 10/21/2017), highlights inappropriate booger-disposal habits by several cartoon children before reaching the conclusion of where a booger truly belongs. The illustrated boogers in the book are full of character and personality, and manage to be disgusting and adorable at the same time. - September 13, 2017 - Black Swan Publishing, LLC
Falling for Fall Arts and Crafts Show - New
Falling for Fall Arts & Crafts Show is a new event which takes place on Saturday 9/16/17 (10am-5pm) & Sunday 9/17/17 (10am-5pm) at Bull Run Regional Park Special Events Center in Centreville, VA. - September 13, 2017 - Troy Promotions
Texas Trust Gives Away $2,500 to UTA Students in Snapchat Contest
Five University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) students won a total of $2,500 from Texas Trust Credit Union during the credit union’s “I Want Free Stuff” Snapchat photo contest. The promotion gave UTA students a chance to win $500 each by taking a creative selfie. Using Snapchat,... - September 13, 2017 - Texas Trust Credit Union
Avaloy Studios Launches Yasuke: Birth of a Samurai Hatchfund Campaign
Avaloy Studios has launched a Hatchfund campaign for the comic/anime series project, Yasuke: Birth of a Samurai. - September 12, 2017 - Avaloy Studios
Korean Temple Cultural Event is Open to the Public for the First Time
In honor of the 2018 Winter Olympics in South Korea, Cultural Corps of Korean Buddhism is kicking off festivities with a Cultural Week of Korean Temple Food and a real taste of what it’s like to visit Korean temples. The public will get to experience this without hopping on a plane and... - September 11, 2017 - Korean Temple Food
Kickstarter Campaign - The Velveteen Rabbit - A New Adaptation for Today’s Kids
"The Velveteen Rabbit - a New Adaptation for Today’s Kids” launches today on Kickstarter. It features engaging new text, vibrant drawings, and a commitment to the spirit of the original. The project’s goal is to raise $4000, primarily for new illustrations. According to Leviathan's Creative Director, John Jimerson, the new book "keeps the depth, vibrant plot, and inventive characters of the original, while transforming into a story that modern kids will love to read and have read to them." - September 09, 2017 - Leviathan, LLC
MARY JANES: WOMEN OF WEED Selected by Mill Valley Film Festival Cannabis Focus Day
Women are changing the face of today’s fastest growing industry - cannabis. Join filmmaker Windy Borman as she explores the movement to end marijuana prohibition, her own relationship to the plant, and the stereotypes surrounding it. Through a series of empowering and educational interviews with a broad diversity of women leading the industry today, Windy’s own assumptions are transformed as she discovers cannabis liberation intersects with the most urgent social justice issues of our time. - September 08, 2017 - DVA Productions
True Crime Author RJ Parker Releases New Book
"ABDUCTION: The Minivan Murders" is a horrific account of serial killer couple James Daveggio and Michelle Michaud. Available today in hardcopy. - September 08, 2017 - RJ Parker Publishing, Inc.
mSpy iPhone 8 Giveaway
mSpy, the #1 parental control application, has launched an iPhone 8 giveaway to its loyal users. - September 08, 2017 - mSpy
Nate Goodman, San Diego Teen, Wins Diller Tikkun Olam Award for His Work in Film & Community Service
Nate Goodman won a highly selective scholarship given to only 15 teens nationwide for his extensive film work promoting charitable organizations such as Resurf, Jitli, the Jewish Federation, and others. Nate and his family were flown to San Francisco for the award ceremony on 8/28 to officially accept the $36000.00 scholarship he can use at his discretion. Nate was the only student to be awarded this prize in all of Southern California including LA and San Diego. - September 08, 2017 - Nate Goodman
Country Music's Rising Stars and Sister Duo Presley & Taylor Release Heart Over Mind Featuring Pam Tillis
Country Music's dynamic new sister duo release a re-make of the Mel Tillis classic Heart Over Mind featuring country hit-maker Pam Tillis. Illuminated by a traditional ensemble with steel guitar, twin fiddles and three part harmonies, the song leaves country taping their feet. Heart Over Mind is a... - September 07, 2017 - Presley & Taylor