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Groundbreaking First Week of Sales for We Here Now Music Group
We Here Now Music Group has a groundbreaking first week of sales behind their bold move of releasing three new artist to the music industry all on the same day. Representing the Philly area, both Parris Bowens single "Stay" entered at #4 and Edward "Busta" Fields single... - April 26, 2017 - We Here Now Music Group, LLC
Popular Online Serial Novel, Working Boys, Now Available in Two Parts
The popular online serial, “Working Boys – A Midnight Murder Mystery” by Milton Stern, has been released in two parts and is available from all online retailers in e-reader and hard copy format (www.miltonstern.com). - April 26, 2017 - Milton Stern
Morris 4x4 Center Sponsors Jeep Beach in Daytona
Morris 4x4 Center is sponsoring Jeep Beach, easily one of the country’s largest Jeep-only events of the year. The event is from April 25 – 30th, however the Morris 4x4 team will be in attendance from the 27th – 29th among thousands of local and international Jeep enthusiasts. - April 25, 2017 - Morris 4x4 Center
Beachmonkey Opens Funding Round for New Startup
Beachmonkey, widely known for nightlife photography, is now launching two new initiatives to work alongside the media team. First is an anti-troll, anti-bullying social site that is geared toward people who love festivals and nightlife. The second is a promotion company that will work with festivals to enhance their attendees' overall experience. Beachmonkey just started their Reg CF funding round with a goal of $1 million to launch this new phase. - April 25, 2017 - Beachmonkey
Anagrams Provide Startling Insights Into Current Political Climate
Operating under the Twitter handle @MsAnagram, a Phoenix-based freelance writer has used her skills to tackle some of the hottest political issues of our time, only to reach some startling results. - April 25, 2017 - Ms. Anagram
Candace F. (Candy) Abbott Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Candace F. (Candy) Abbott of Georgetown, Delaware has been recognized as a Professional Of The Year for 2017 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievement in the field of publishing. About Candace F. (Candy) Abbott Mrs. Abbott has more than 20... - April 25, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide
Flute and Vocal Maven Ragan Whiteside Announces New CD, "Treblemaker"
Ragan Whiteside, the flautist-singer who catches the ear like few in the world of contemporary jazz can, is getting ready to make waves this May 12th with the release of her fourth studio album, Treblemaker. - April 25, 2017 - Randis Music
Ocean Galleries Welcomes Josef Kote for a Memorial Day Weekend Exhibition
Ocean Galleries welcomes Josef Kote for a Memorial Day weekend show, marking his first appearance in New Jersey. “Josef Kote – Drifting Away” opens Friday, May 26 and runs through Monday, May 29, 2017 with all artwork available for acquisition. Exhibit hours are 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM Friday through Sunday and 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM on Monday. Guests will have the opportunity to meet Josef Kote from 7:00 PM until 10:00 PM on Saturday, May 27, and from 1:00 PM until 4:00 PM on Sunday, May 28. - April 25, 2017 - Ocean Galleries
LI Party Guys Shows You How to Safely Rent a Bounce House This Summer
There is no need to avoid renting that bounce house that you child adores this summer on Long Island. Long Island Party Guys tells you the safety do's and don'ts for renting a jumper, inflatable slide or tent. - April 25, 2017 - Long Island Party Guys
Westfield Auction House Expands Its Weekly Live Events to the East Coast
After two decades of operating weekly live auctions around the west coast, Westfield Auctions will begin to open opportunities for collectors across the east coast going into the second half of 2017. After some successful initial events in New Jersey towards the end of 2016, the auction house will... - April 25, 2017 - Westfield Auctions
One-of-a-Kind Social Golf Experience Opening Doors in Santa Ana
A new golf facility unlike anything seen before is opening its doors to the public via an open house at 208 N. Broadway in downtown Santa Ana from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturday, May 6. - April 24, 2017 - NextLinks
NYC Therapy Seminar by Hands-On Seminars, the U.S. Leader in Continuing Education for PTs & Several Other Manual Therapy Professionals for More Than 25 Years
Announcing a unique manual therapy seminar by one of the world's most celebrated instructors. Leon Chaitow ND, DO is a graduate of the British College of Osteopathic Medicine. Since 1983 he has been a visiting lecturer at numerous chiropractic, physiotherapy, osteopathic, naturopathic and massage schools in Europe, USA, Canada, Australia. - April 24, 2017 - Hands-On Seminars
Arzzle - the Augmented Reality Puzzle That Rewards You with Real Dollars Each Month
A fun way to keep you sharp while having fun and getting rewarded. - April 24, 2017 - Arzzle
"GTO: Race to Oblivion," a New Novel by Local Author, Roger Corea
SelectBooks, Inc. announces the paperback publication of "GTO: Race to Oblivion" (March 2017; $16.95; ISBN: 978-1-59079-397-8) by Roger Corea. When the SS Andrea Doria sank near Nantucket Island in 1956, the manifest revealed something that devastated the car world—the invaluable... - April 23, 2017 - Roger Corea
Mark Kostabi - Contemporary Master at Martin Lawrence Gallery New Orleans
Martin Lawrence Gallery New Orleans is proud to welcome renowned contemporary master, Mark Kostabi. Join them and discover the bold artistry of this unique and visionary artist. The art reception will be on Saturday, April 29th, 2017, from 6:00PM-8:00PM at 433 Royal Street, New Orleans, Louisiana 70130. The art is on exhibit until May 22, 2017. - April 22, 2017 - Martin Lawrence Galleries
Indianapolis Shooting Academy Announces Church Security Training
Poseidon Experience, an indoor virtual Shooting Academy, is now offering Church Security Training. The 5-day, 15-hour course develops a team of volunteers from the congregation to properly react if the church is threatened. Authentic training, taught by Navy SEALs. - April 22, 2017 - Poseidon Experience
Professor of Environmental and Multicultural Literatures Pens Brilliant Mystery Novel
Moon Willow Press publishes Cave Walker, an engrossing, well-paced read that's hard to put down, a story that evolves, pulling the reader along, engaging them in the journey. - April 22, 2017 - Moon Willow Press
The Science of Stillness
2017 meditation masterclasses series by Kamlesh D. Patel (Daaji). A series of introductory & advanced online classes on Heartfulness meditation. Free Worldwide Web Events; The Science of Stillness will be available starting early in the day on 29 & 30 April & 1 May 2017; Register: www.heartfulness.org/masterclass - April 22, 2017 - The Heartfulness Institute
Triple Play Sponsor: The Chauncey F. Lufkin III Foundation Was a “Triple Play Sponsor” for the Joe Torre Safe at Home Foundation “All Star Evening.”
Triple Play Sponsor: The Chauncey F. Lufkin III Foundation Was a “Triple Play Sponsor” for the Joe Torre Safe at Home Foundation “All Star Evening.” The Dinner Raised Funds for Comprehensive in-School Programming to Help Children Affected by Domestic Violence. - April 21, 2017 - The Chauncey F. Lufkin III Foundation
CracKerman Announces New Lineup
Las Vegas alternative rock band CracKerman have announced their new lineup (pictured from left to right) * Ryan Bixler (bass) * Tyler Lawson (vocals, guitar) * Jon Papineau (drums) * Kristian Roloff (guitar) The new lineup of CracKerman will make its live debut at ShepFest, set to take place on... - April 21, 2017 - Jayde Monroe Productions, LLC
Doctor Releases Blood Pressure Awareness Film on YouTube to Help Save Lives
Alexander Tkachev, a licensed, practicing medical doctor with extensive field knowledge of common physical abnormalities including high blood pressure and blood pressure monitoring, this week released a public medical awareness film on the dangers of high blood pressure and how regular doctoral... - April 21, 2017 - Alexander Tkachev
Alessandro Bagagli Announces the Release of His New Album "Out in the Nowhere"
Alessandro Bagagli is happy to announce the release of the 6th new album of his discography, "Out in the Nowhere," available worldwide on June 2, 2017. First single and video, “Waitin’ 4 2nite” is out now. Album pre-order on iTunes and Amazon will start May 2, 2017 and it will entitle the customers to a free download of the first single. - April 21, 2017 - Alessandro Bagagli Music
Tribal Mama Artisan Products Website Officially Launched
Tribal Mama Artisan Products launches a brand new website to further reach out to it customers across the nation. The new website helps potential customers learn about the products and ingredients and why they are important. The website is fully safe and secure with 256 bit encryption across the entire site. - April 20, 2017 - Tribal Mama
2017 California Sports Hall of Fame Induction
The California Sports Hall of Fame will induct its Class of 2017 members featuring five California sports legends, Leigh Steinberg - Agent * Michelle Kwan – Olympic Skating * John Force - NHRA * James Lofton – NFL HOF * Byron Scott – NBA Lakers. The 11th annual Induction Ceremony is scheduled on Sunday, June 25th 4:00 p.m., at the Morongo Casino Resort & Spa, Cabezon, California. - April 19, 2017 - California Sports Hall Of Fame
#NazmiyalGivesBack! Helping Kids with Life Threatening Illnesses Find the Light - Nazmiyal Antique Rugs Launches New Philanthropic Endeavor with The Pinwheel Project!
Nazmiyal Antique Rugs in NYC is doing its part to help make the world a better place. Teaming up with a tiny but mighty foundation: The Pinwheel Project, Nazmiyal will be working hard to bring much need joy to kids with with life threatening illnesses who are forced to endure long term hospital stays and palliative care. - April 19, 2017 - Nazmiyal Collection
Mark Kostabi - Contempory Master at Martin Lawrence Gallery Lahaina
Martin Lawrence Gallery Lahaina is proud to welcome renowned contemporary master, Mark Kostabi. Join them and discover the bold artistry of this unique and visionary artist. The art receptions will be on Friday, April 21, 2017 and Saturday April 22, 2017 from 7:00PM-9:00PM at Marketplace at Lahaina, 790 Front St (at Lahaina Road), Maui, Hawaii 96761. The art is on exhibit until May 21, 2017. - April 19, 2017 - Martin Lawrence Galleries
Artists Who Impact Many Share the Music That Impacts Them on New Show "Conversations on Music & Life"
Music is a part of our everyday life. It affects us tremendously. Many of us associate certain songs or music with major events in our lives. How does music affect the music makers? That’s what the new show “Conversations on Music & Life” endeavors to share. Conversations on... - April 19, 2017 - Injoy Enterprises
Art Education a Necessity, Not an Extra at Shorecrest
Known as “Celebrate the Arts,” the 2017 weeklong series of events runs from April 17-22 and features a teach-in with more than two dozen local artists, music and theatre performances, student artwork displayed throughout the school and juried in Middle and Upper School, and a campus exhibition of work by internationally recognized printmaker and graphic artist Barry Goodman. The week culminates with the Shorecrest spring musical production, “Les Misérables” with performances on April 20-22. - April 19, 2017 - Shorecrest Preparatory School
Douglas Hofmann Color and Texture at Martin Lawrence Gallery SOHO
"Color and Texture: An Artist's View" is a unique exploration of original paintings and prints by Douglas Hofmann. - April 18, 2017 - Martin Lawrence Galleries
Fairways & Freeways: The Journey Begins This Week
This week, the Fairways & Freeways™ journey begins. The book, and social media coverage, will chronicle a 50 year old man’s 50 day, 50 state, 50 rounds of golf, road trip. Crisscrossing the country, sharing in real time via social media and the Fairways & Freeways™ blog,... - April 18, 2017 - Fairways & Freeways
Introducing Art Market’s Special Edition #1 - "Gold List – Top Contemporary Artists"
Art Market Magazine is excited to announce the release of a special edition of our magazine in celebration of world’s most extraordinary artists, available early April 2017. "Gold List – Top Contemporary Artists of Today" is a meticulously crafted list of the most exciting and talented artists currently working today. - April 18, 2017 - Art Market- Global Media Company
GetLocal Launches New Search Engine for Tours in Iceland
GetLocal, the Icelandic booking service and tourist information centre launches a new version of its website with a new search engine containing more than 1000 tours and activities in Iceland. - April 18, 2017 - GetLocal
New Online Casinos in April, 2017: Casilando with Exclusive Bonuses
Casilando is a playful and stylish new online casino going live in April 2017. The company offers a large variety of online slots and casino games, with 500 various games from 20 developers. During the month of April there also an exclusive bonus offer that only lasts until end of the month. - April 17, 2017 - New Casinos Ltd.
Cabot Barden Author Releases His Eighth Book
Cabot Barden, author and songwriter, has published his eighth fiction, called Muscogee Red Dawn. The story of the family of Jim Fife, the next generation. Jim Fife, who was an Indian war hero of the Creek Indian War, has died. At his funeral his son finds out that some of their relatives in Oklahoma are in a life and death situation. So LIttle Jim, along with some family and friends, head out for Oklahoma to rescue them. Follow their exploits on this rescue mission. - April 17, 2017 - Cabot Barden-Author
Underground Techno Music Inspired "Locked Groove" Paintings Will be on Display in Van Der Plas Gallery, New York, with a Purpose to Break Cultural Stereotypes
Hungarian contemporary artist Hevesi Daniel Marcel will feature two of his “Locked groove” paintings in a Adriaan Van Der Plas’ Lower East Side Manhattan gallery from 17th to 23rd April, 2017. Through his artworks, Daniel wants to break cultural patterns and bring contemporary fine art and underground electronic music respecting people together. - April 17, 2017 - Hevesi Daniel Marcel
Upcoming Media Signs Letter of Intent with Monarch 7 Creators to Produce AR/VR Technologies
Upcoming Media Inc. has signed a Letter of Intent with Creator/Content Owners, Lanette Ware-Bushfield and Melodie Krieger to Develop the Digital Media Virtual Reality Component of their Original Drama Series, Monarch 7. - April 16, 2017 - A Work It Ware-Bushfield Production, Inc.
Comedy Night at the Beehive Presented by SCM Productions
Comedy Night at the Beehive, Presented by SCM Productions features comedians who have graced national stages and network TV. Lonnie Davis has performed on BET's ComicView and shared his dismay about dating young women who expect too much in bed. Big Doug Scott knows the trials of raising children... - April 16, 2017 - SCM Productions
NB Entertainment Enters Mobile App World with Bigo Savers - A Buy 1 Get 1 Free App in India
Launched by NB Entertainment, on January 10th 2017, this fun app is loaded with unlimited "buy 1 get 1" offers to compliment your interests & pocket. Be it cafes, restaurants, gym, spa, hotels, accommodation or retail stores, you’ll find latest options to what’s near you & what’s trending in the town. A complete lifestyle guide providing over 1000 exciting offers. - April 15, 2017 - Bigo Savers
Another Reality Presents Virtual and Augmented Reality ARt Gallery
Level 1 co-hosts the upcoming all-day event, in partnership with Sketchfab and Littlestar, to bring virtual reality to the masses. - April 14, 2017 - Another Reality
Tarleton State University and The Dora Lee Langdon Cultural Center in Granbury, TX Announces the Solo Exhibition “The Essence of the World” Artworks by Nataliya Scheib
Scheib’s first solo event, “The Essence of the World,” is dedicated to a celebration of human life, and is comprised of 16 collages and paintings. Sophisticated and multi-layered, the collages, at first glance, appear to be painted landscapes, re-imagined iconic imagery, or floral paintings, but a closer look reveals deep strata of media; a metaphor for ever-deeper layers of interpretation. Layers lead to the surprise of discovery as Scheib’s painterly collages invite personal interpretation. - April 13, 2017 - Nataliya Scheib
Henderson Tap House (Dallas): Celebrate a National Holiday & Eat National Treasure!
Celebrate a National Holiday May 28th with $5 Burgers All Day Long & enjoy the all new Juicy Tex #JuicyTex now until the Holiday! - April 13, 2017 - Henderson Tap House
Trumpchat: A Facebook Chatbot for Trump News is Launched
Talk to Donald Trump via a Facebook Chatbot. Get news and updates related to President Trump. - April 12, 2017 - Personic
New eBook Aims to Explain the Genetic Origin of the First Vampire
Author Ron Stillman has published an ebook on smashwords.com that aims to explain the genetic origin of the first vampire. The book offers a plausible explanation for the existence of vampires. - April 12, 2017 - Ron Stillman
Gravity & Grace Dance Studio is Now Open
Gravity & Grace is a new dance studio located in North Central Phoenix. Offering quality dance education to students of all ages! New classes starting up for Teen/Adult and Preschool children. Please visit www.gravityandgracedance.com for more information. - April 12, 2017 - Gravity & Grace Dance Studio
From the Creators of 'Bayside! the Musical!' and More Comes Friends! the Musical!
The parody kings, Bob and Tobly McSmith, are at it again. Friends! The Musical! opens Fall 2017 at The Triad in NYC. The production will be produced by Lynn Shore and is set to be directed and choreographed by Paul Stancato, - April 12, 2017 - Lynn Shore Entertainment, LLC
Doctor’s Tales of a World War II “M.A.S.H.” Unit Come to Life on 75th Anniversary
Imagine if a young doctor serving in a M.A.S.H.-type medical unit during World War II were able to blog about his indelible experiences, and share them with family and friends as they happened. The result would be Dear Folksies.com, a new tribute web site that lets readers re-live the doctor's... - April 12, 2017 - Dear Folksies
SocialCon™ CINCO LEGACY Powered by Wizard World May 7 in Hollywood, California
Multi Platform Superstar Matthew Espinosa, Social Media Star Mark Thomas (duhitzmark) Among Guests at Fifth Annual Event, First Under Wizard World Banner - April 12, 2017 - Fan Expo HQ
The William Meredith Foundation Celebrates National Poetry Month with Laura Brylawski-Miller’s Exquisite Fourth Collection of Poems, FIRST, DO NO HARM
Brylawski-Miller is a writer of extraordinary talent and erudition, sensitivity and emotion, and praise for her work has been euphoric. Her Poems reveal the synchronicity of physical fact and spiritual reality. Mind and body become one, interacting with and creating the world at once, the method of magic. - April 11, 2017 - The William Meredith Foundation
VOENA Celebrates Spring with a New Concert Season, "Voices of Now!"
Saturday, May 6, 2017 at Lincoln Theater in Yountville, CA ; Saturday, May 20, 2017 at the Napa Valley Opera House in Napa, CA - April 11, 2017 - VOENA
Master P Declares That "Poetry Is Not Just Rhyming," Much to Author Kimberly D. Worthy's Delight
The Children Book Volumes of "Poetry Is Not Just Rhyming" Authored by Kimberly D. Worthy, Received a Much Coveted Endorsement by Hip Hop Business Mogul Master P - April 11, 2017 - Denise S'llure Publishing & Production Company, LLC