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Jewelry by Drekia Website Launch
Jewelry by Drekia, a business specializing in artisan handcrafted jewelry, is launching its new and improved website. Customers who want to embrace the artistry, individuality, and personal blends that jewelry making should be, have to look no further. - May 15, 2017 - Drekia Tate
Lakefront Living Realty Assists Homeowners on HGTV’s Lakefront Bargain Hunt Renovation
Lakefront Living Realty’s Christine Mosier from The Lake Team in Ohio assisted a family find and purchase their ideal lake home on Apple Valley Lake in Howard Ohio - May 12, 2017 - Lakefront Living International, LLC
You'll be Seeing Lady Bits
Liana Kerzner's web series tackling gender controversies in video games has been fully funded in just 6 days - May 11, 2017 - FUN - The FU_Network
2017 ICON Awards to be Held at the Legendary Apache Cafe on Thursday, May 25th
The Trio Partners: EDF Developers, Writing Sessions America & Rolling Out Magazine, announced today that they are having the 4th Annual “ICON Awards” at the legendary Apache Café on Thursday, May 25th, 2017. The memorable night will be filled with Entertainment, Speakers,... - May 11, 2017 - Kevin Shine
Female Brew Fest Releases List of Participants in South Florida’s First Ever Beer Festival Celebrating Women
South Florida’s first beer festival celebrating women will offer attendees unlimited samples of beer, ciders and meads all while listening to the sounds of some amazing musicians. - May 11, 2017 - UniteUs Group
Mom of Child with Special Needs Authors Children’s Book Highlighting Children’s Similarities Rather Than Their Differences
When one mom went looking for a bedtime book that she felt her child could relate to, she came up short. Actually, she came up empty. So, she decided to take matters into her own hands. In "Meet ClaraBelle Blue," Adiba Nelson set out to not only create a book that her daughter could see herself in, but also a book that could help typically-abled children see that children like her daughter aren’t so different from them, even though they may look different. - May 11, 2017 - Adiba Nelson
Washington Wild Things Announce Opening Day Weekend Carnival and Events for May 18th – 21st
Frontier League Baseball Team Near Pittsburgh, PA Prepares for 2017 Season - May 11, 2017 - Washington Wild Things
Reedeux Media Announces Strategic Relationship with ARA; Acquisition of Geolocation Technology & Patents
Reedeux partners with industry leader ARA to commercialize defense and government technologies into the media, advertising and consumer markets. - May 11, 2017 - Reedeux Media, Inc.
Get Help with Just Your Voice and Microsoft’s Cortana
Ask My Buddy, Personal Alert Network, a leading skill on Amazon’s Alexa & Google's Home voice platforms, today announced that this important service is now available on Microsoft’s Cortana voice platform. Ask My Buddy provides a voice controlled and hands-free way to send a "check on me" Alert message by SMS, Voice call, and Email to their own Personal Alert Network. Microsoft unveiled Cortana Skills at their annual //build 2017 developers conference Wednesday, May 10, 2017. - May 10, 2017 - Ask My Buddy
Douglas Hofmann "Celebrate the Women of Our Lives" at Martin Lawrence Galleries
Martin Lawrence Galleries, Schaumburg, IL presents the critically acclaimed paintings of Douglas Hofmann. Clients will have the opportunity to view one-of-kind works and limited editions. Hofmann's paintings are known for there glowing surfaces, detail and softly lighted forms expertly combined with Old Master techniques, creating a beautiful aura of light and atmosphere that is more often found in great baroque paintings. - May 10, 2017 - Martin Lawrence Galleries
Connecticut Concert Ballet Presents Spring Show 2017
Connecticut Concert Ballet is proud to present its 2017 Spring Show in the Hartford, Connecticut area. Choreographers are Artistic Directors Wendy Fish-Lawrence and David Lawrence along with Lorelei Chang and Christina Shortt. Two performances will be held at the state of the art Bailey Auditorium at Manchester High School, 134 Middle Turnpike East, on Saturday, May 20 at 6 p.m. and Sunday, May 21 at 2:00 p.m. - May 10, 2017 - Connecticut Concert Ballet
Francois Fressinier - Exclusive Exhibition at Martin Lawrence Gallery Dallas
Martin Lawrence Gallery Dallas is proud to welcome Francois Fressinier. Join them for an exclusive exhibition of exciting new paintings, combining collage, impasto, abstraction and figurative painting, Fressinier creates a unique textural style uniting classical and contemporary elements. The art reception will be on Thursday, May 18, 2017, from 6-8PM at The Galleria, 13350 Dallas Parkway, Level 1, Dallas, Texas 75240. The art is on exhibit until June 2, 2017. - May 09, 2017 - Martin Lawrence Galleries
Robynn Lin Fredericks Joins "Lonely Obsession" Cast for LA3 Films
Robynn Lin Fredericks has been named for the supporting role of Samantha Boyle in the thriller film, Lonely Obsession, directed by LeVar Leo. - May 09, 2017 - Robynn Lin Fredericks
Drift Away Memorial Day Weekend at Josef Kote Exhibition in Stone Harbor
Josef Kote brings a new collection of artwork to Ocean Galleries, including numerous new seashore-themed paintings created specifically for the Stone Harbor, NJ exhibition. “Josef Kote – Drifting Away” opens Fri, May 26 to Mon, May 29, 2017. Meet the artist 7-10 PM on Sat, May 27, Sun, May 28. - May 09, 2017 - Ocean Galleries
Jesse Eisenberg to Attend Wizard World Comic Con Philadelphia, June 3-4
"Batman v Superman," "The Social Network" Star to Make Wizard World Debut at Pennsylvania Convention Center - May 09, 2017 - Fan Expo HQ
Reedeux Positions for Global Media Domination
Reedeux Media, Inc. announced today intentions to dominate the global media industry. - May 08, 2017 - Reedeux Media, Inc.
1st Annual Official California Summer Veg Fest Comes to San Jose July 1st
The California Summer Veg Fest would like to announce a new partnership with the state of California. - May 08, 2017 - Summer Veg Fest
Lit4lyfe.com Proudly Presents Day Break 2017 (Island Summer Beach) Benefiting Boys & Girls Club
Day Break 2017 Island Summer Beach Party produced by Lit4lyfe.com; is an Island summer beach party on top of the city benefiting Richmond's local Boys & Girls Club; Sat., May 20th, from 1pm to 6pm. - May 07, 2017 - Lit4Lyfe
Kiserena Just Finished Restocking Their Complete Collection Loom Band Kit in Amazon
Kiserena reports that they have finished restocking the inventory for their Complete Collection Loom Band Kit in Amazon.com. The loom kit is still currently available in the online store. - May 07, 2017 - Kiserena LLC
Richie Sambora Takes One-of-a-Kind Guitar Auction at Barnstable to Whole New Level
Sambora changing up some tradition for a more worthy cause: Fighting Diabetes. - May 05, 2017 - Richie Sambora
Urban Acoustic Pop Artist Lawrence Lee Releases New Music Video for “Jane” from Debut EP Strings & Dreams
Today, BLE Music Group’s urban acoustic pop artist, Lawrence Lee, released his brand new music video for Jane, the single from his debut EP Strings & Dreams. Jane is a movie-style video that was filmed on the campus of the University of Mobile in Mobile, AL, the school from which Lawrence Lee will earn his bachelor’s degree next week and the place where his debut EP Strings & Dreams was birthed and released. - May 05, 2017 - BLE Music Group
West Campus Gallery Exhibition|The Museum of Contemporary Art + Design| in Collaboration with Contemporary Art Projects USA |Chris Delias, Austria
Miami Dade College West Campus Gallery – under the umbrella of The Museum of Contemporary Art + Design, and in collaboration with Contemporary Art Projects USA – will host the first Solo Exhibition of Austrian Contemporary Artist, Chris Delias titled: #CityofLife. The exhibit will be... - May 05, 2017 - Contemporary Art Projects USA
U.S. Bank OC Marathon Showcases Strong Elite Field
This weekend’s race events poised to break records. - May 05, 2017 - OC Marathon
Bcut Productions Introduces D-Hopp Apparel Clothing
Brought to you by Bcut Productions, D-Hopp Apparel hits the open market with a new T-shirt and clothing line up, focused on customers' needs and wants. D-Hopp Apparel is a company that derived from the animated movie, “Drew and the Dilla Hopper” a story about a teenage introvert and a mutant insect who form a special bond. - May 05, 2017 - DHopp Apparel
2017 Triple Crown Wagers to Total $400 Million, Says PayPerHead.com
The second largest wagered sports event, the Triple Crown, too large to be missed. - May 05, 2017 - PayPerHead.com
New Travel Guide Highlights All That Makes Boulder, Boulder
The Ultimate Guide to Boulder, Colorado. Written exclusively by local experts. - May 04, 2017 - Travel Boulder
GigGizmo™ Eliminates Local Live Music Drudgery for Online Promo – Autism and Genius Creatively Merge
With a tap or a click, GigGizmo™ is the first web-based tool designed specifically to schedule gigs and rapidly promote local music online so fans can easily find live performers in their towns. - May 04, 2017 - GigGizmo.com
Spinland Appointed the Most Stylish of All New Casinos 2017
The online casino market has grown rapidly over the past years and the latest entrants are becoming increasingly stylish according to many experts. The most stylish new casino site is Spinland Casino, according to a recent review. New Casinos examines all the new options on the market and has created a top list of the most appealing websites. - May 04, 2017 - New Casinos Ltd.
Meetup and Witlingo Partner to Launch an Amazon Alexa Skill
"Alexa, Ask Meetup, What's Happening Today?" Meetup customers can now ask Alexa about what’s happening around them by just speaking. - May 04, 2017 - Witlingo
Ocean Galleries Announces 2017 Summer Art Exhibitions
Ocean Galleries is thrilled to host six extraordinary art exhibitions for the 2017 summer season, featuring the artwork of and appearances by Josef Kote, Peter Max, Aldo Luongo, Romero Britto, and Hessam Abrishami, as well as a special Dr. Seuss Father’s Day weekend exhibition, “If I... - May 04, 2017 - Ocean Galleries
Actor Melvin Jackson Jr. Launches for Your Emmy Consideration Nomination Campaign
Actor-Writer-Producer Melvin Jackson Jr. has been submitted for consideration for an Emmy Nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a limited series or movie. He is rallying support from true fans of great acting and his numerous devotees to help make this submission a win. - May 03, 2017 - Melvin Jackson Jr.
Martin Lawrence Galleries San Francisco Exhibits Anne Faith Nicholls
Join Martin Lawrence Galleries San Francisco for an exhibition showcasing fascinating original works by neb-surrealist artist Anne Faith Nicholls - a graduate of the Academy of Art University, here in San Francisco. Opening Reception & Meet the Artist will be on Saturday, May 13, 2017 from 6-8PM at Martin Lawrence Galleries, 366 Geary Street, San Francisco 94108 (in Union Square) - May 03, 2017 - Martin Lawrence Galleries
My LifeSite Launches CCRC Financial Data Sorting Capabilities
MyLifeSite.net has launched a new feature that helps senior adults and their families learn more about a high-end retirement community's financial viability before they decide to make a large financial commitment, which often includes a sizable entry fee. It is the only online resource like this that is available to consumers and it helps answer one of the most popular questions: Will my money be safe? The best news is that for now this feature is offered for free. - May 03, 2017 - My LifeSite
Showing Off Our "Lady Bits"
Upstart FU_Network goes headlong into the digital culture war with new series by feminist thought leader/avid gamer Liana Kerzner. - May 03, 2017 - FUN - The FU_Network
borderless, a New Media Initiative on Pressing Global Issues to Launch at New School's Zolberg Institute in New York with Film on Syrian Refugee Crisis, Thursday May 4
The New School’s Zolberg Institute on Migration and Mobility in collaboration with USA for UNHCR and difrent: will host the launch of borderless, a new media initiative designed to connect people at the frontlines of the world’s pressing crises. borderless includes a docu-series,... - May 03, 2017 - The Global Center
Announcing: "Mystery of the Old Skull" - Newest Publication from Next Chapter Press. New Concept Called R.E.A.L. Books, a Fusion of Fiction & Non-Fiction
Mystery of the Old Skull is the first in a series to be known as a R.E.A.L. Book. R.E.A.L. Books give readers an opportunity to Read, Enjoy and Learn from the story while learning valuable information. Embedded within the text are words appearing in bold print. These words refer to topics that are explained in depth by Christopher Jordan, M.D. at the end of the book. - May 02, 2017 - Next Chapter Press
Cynthia Harris Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Cynthia Harris of Las Vegas, Nevada has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2017 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of entertainment. About Cynthia Harris Ms. Harris is the President and Owner of... - May 02, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide
Robynn Lin Fredericks Cast in "Wide Open" Film
Robynn Lin Fredericks has signed on for the film Wide Open, a dramatic thriller, written by Darla Phillips. Based on a true story. A pilot accused in the heist of his own aircraft and labeled a terrorist, must clear his name, or face the loss of his freedom and devastation of his family. - May 01, 2017 - Robynn Lin Fredericks
CAC Studios and Clifton’s Republic Partner Up for It’s Second Year to Offer a Glimpse Into 1940’s Hollywood
The award winning company CAC Studios who brought you Thenardiers Inn, ChicabaRENT and Night at the Sands and the historic Clifton’s Republic recreates a Hollywood Canteen Style USO Tribute immersive musical experience. - April 30, 2017 - Creating Arts Studios
Tracy McNulty Announces the Release of a New Book Steps of Coaching Program
Tracy Mcnulty is an actress, producer and author. For more info about her visit tracymcnulty.com. - April 29, 2017 - stresh.us
Continental Cut Stone Pulls Back the Curtain on Architectural Design in Limestone
An Institute of Architecture and Arts (ICAA) Event. A wide range of designers come together in Florence Texas to bring their creative minds to the forefront. A day packed with learning how their imagination is transformed into Limestone Architectural Elements for their clients is enhanced with a tour of Continental Cut Stone Limestone Fabrication Mill. The day ended with their itching, creative hands ready to tinker on limestone hosted by Texas Carved Stone and Bartlett Stone. - April 29, 2017 - Continental Cut Stone
LTL Author, Model, Former Music Artist, Bipolar Disorder Warrior Bicchiere Alta Releases Debut Biography “CHESS Notes: Christ Has Enlightening Success Strategies”
On Saturday, May 27, 2017, Leading Through Living Author Bicchiere Alta will release “CHESS Notes: Christ Has Enlightening Success Strategies” detailing her battle with Bipolar Disorder. - April 28, 2017 - Leading Through Living Community
William Meredith Foundation President, Richard Harteis Recounts World Travel and a Spiritual Mission in His Latest Memoir, "Reunion"
"I consider this book something of a spiritual travelogue as I entered my 70’s and contemplated various reunions from the hills of western Pennsylvania to the mountains of Switzerland and Bulgaria. There I met long-lost cousins, Georgetown classmates, and dear artist friends from Blagoevgrad on a private pilgrimage to the Rila Monastery. The lesson I was learning is how important it is to keep friendships alive and not let the past slip away." - Richard Harteis - April 28, 2017 - The William Meredith Foundation
Healing Warriors Program Golden Ticket Event
Healing Warriors Program will host its annual Golden Ticket Event on Saturday, May 20th at 5pm at the new Block One Events Center located at 428 Linden Street in Fort Collins, Colorado. Keynote speaker for the event is Major Diggs Brown (ret) U.S. Army Special Forces (Green Berets) who in addition... - April 28, 2017 - Healing Warriors Program
New Bristol Bay Book Earns Accolades
In less than a year from its release, "Where Water is Gold: Life and Livelihood in Alaska's Bristol Bay" by Carl Johnson (Braided River 2016) has earned two medals in book publishing competitions and a string of recognition from the media to prominent individuals. - April 27, 2017 - Arctic Light Gallery & Excursions
Novelist Dick Pirozzolo Presents a Copy of His "Escape from Saigon" to Gov. Michael Dukakis
On the 42nd anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War on April 30, Dick Pirozzolo presented a copy of his novel "Escape from Saigon" to former Massachusetts Gov. Michael Dukakis. This Vietnam War novel, coauthored with Michael Morris, is set in Saigon, South Vietnam, during April, 1975, the final month of the war. A historical fiction, the novel uses flashbacks, newspaper accounts and barroom conversations to provide historical context to America's first television war." - April 27, 2017 - Pirozzolo Company Public Relations
By Implementing Digital Bidding, Westfield Auctions Now Embraces Remote Auction Participation
Los-Angeles based auction house Westfield Auctions has begun to incorporate digital bidding after considerable demand from nationwide bidders. Not only does partnerships with online services like Invaluable and Live Auctioneers make it easier for out-of-state collectors to bid on an item, but it... - April 27, 2017 - Westfield Auctions
Black Belt Community Foundation to Award $80,000 on Saturday, April 29th at Selma-Dallas County Public Library, 11am
$80,000 in arts grants will be awarded to arts organizations across 12 counties of the Alabama Black Belt. 27 non-profits from across 12 counties to be awarded. - April 27, 2017 - Black Belt Community Foundation
Tando Productions Announces Release of Removed from Reality: Afghanistan and Back. Follow the Journey of One Marine During His Tour, and the Transition Home.
Removed from Reality is a documentary feature that follows filmmaker and Marine Tyler Morris through his 2009 tour to Afghanistan, and the very personal journey of returning home. Tyler was permitted unrestricted access to film his experiences, but due to the legal grey areas involved in distribution, the film has been released direct to YouTube. - April 26, 2017 - Tando Productions
Sky Zone Ocean Brings Warrior Course to Monmouth County
Sky Zone Ocean opens latest attractions this weekend and brings a state of the art Warrior course to Monmouth County. Located in the Seaview Square Mall in Ocean Township, Sky Zone Ocean now has a Ninja Warrior Course, Sky Climb free climbing wall, Sky Hoops one-on-one basketball, Sky Joust and Sky Ladder balance tests, as well as classic favorites of Foam Zone, Ultimate Dodgeball, and Sky Slam basketball. This weekend proceeds of Sky Swag packages will go to the Autism Speaks organization. - April 26, 2017 - Sky Zone Trampoline Park