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Nogginwear Old Glory Hat Chosen for Mariah Carey’s "Sweet Sweet Fantasy" Concert in Hawaii
Nogginwear, the First & Only Limited Edition Hat Subscription is celebrating having their Old Glory hat chosen as a special gift in the swag bag for Mariah Carey, Jussie Smollett, special guests and entourage on her “Sweet Sweet Fantasy” tour in Hawaii. “We were shocked and... - December 07, 2016 - Nogginwear
Business of Design Week 2016 Concludes on High Note, Anticipation High for BODW 2017 Partner Country Italy
Another Business of Design Week (BODW) conference has come to successful end. The BODW 2016 Summit gathered over 60 top design professionals and executives from around the world - including a sizeable group of creative experts from Chicago, this year’s partner city, to share their insights... - December 07, 2016 - Business of Design Week
Little Brown Girl Helps Father Figures Send an Empowering Message to the Young Girls in Their Lives
Beginning as a poem penned on a napkin, Little Brown Girl has grown into a full-blown children's book project. The inspiration for this project came directly from the birth of Brian Lawrence's daughter Nile. He knew he would read to his daughter, and wanted the first words he read to her to set the... - December 06, 2016 - Little Brown Girl Book
Bravo TV's Beth Bowen of There Goes Motherhood to Host: A Fashion Show & Holiday Toy Drive, Benefiting Toys for Tots and a Santa Monica Charity at Le Meridien Delfina
With an innovative fashion collaboration, Fashion Speaks and The Art Institute of California – Los Angeles will produce a fabulous red carpet fashion charity extravaganza. On the same night, under the same roof and on the same runway, seasoned fashion designers will come together with Art Institute’s student designers. All will take place at the ultra-luxurious Starwood-brand hotel Le Meridien Delfina (Santa Monica, California) hosted by Bravo TV star Beth Bowen of There Goes Motherhood. - December 06, 2016 - Joshua Washington
Shockwave Partners, LLC Acquires Shockwave Magazine, One of the Baltimore’s Original Music Magazines
Shockwave Partners, LLC, a Baltimore, Maryland based company, announced today that it has acquired Shockwave Magazine®, one of the foremost media outlets serving the music community throughout North America and the world. Shockwave Magazine has been providing the latest news in rock music for... - December 06, 2016 - Shockwave Magazine
Rambo Launches GameMania Beta in Kenya
Rambo Resources Ltd, one of the licensed gambling companies by Betting Control and Licensing Board in Kenya, announces its first brand-new online casino slots application GameMania is officially in beta test today. To recruit beta test players, GameMania claims to give welcome bonuses for each new registration of the first players for testing. - December 06, 2016 - Rambo Resources Ltd.
Trainz 15th Anniversary Celebration - Latest Product Release
To commemorate 15 years since the first release of Trainz in December 2001, N3V Games today announced the launch of their latest edition of the Trainz franchise, Trainz Model Railroad 2017 (TMR17). They also announced a 15 day long, "15th Anniversary Celebration" which provides a range of rewards to existing customers and offers new customers the opportunity to pick up the entire back catalog of games released since 2001. - December 05, 2016 - N3V Games
Sick of Bad Decisions? Founder of Global Community, Access Consciousness, Tells Why Your Body Knows Best.
Bestselling author, international speaker and founder of Access Consciousness, Gary Douglas, believes that listening and trusting our bodies allows us to make better decisions. Douglas and the team at Access Consciousness are launching Body Awareness Weekend. It will provide workshops and tips to empower people to reconnect with their bodies and gain a better sense of self-awareness. The event will take place across 170 countries giving many the access to tools to start making better choices. - December 05, 2016 - Access Consciousness
The New Era After Erté's Posthumous Honor
Martin Lawrence Galleries (MLG) South Coast highlights Erté’s artwork after he was posthumously honored in June 2016 with a major exhibition at the Hermitage Museum in St. Petersburg, Russia. This exhibition re-introduces his unique pieces into a third revival era that is current in... - December 05, 2016 - Martin Lawrence Galleries South Coast
Zom.bio Games: Storm Wars Unleashed on Google Play
Independent game studio Zom.bio announced today the mobile debut of their hit game, Storm Wars. Storm Wars is a free-to-play collectible card game (CCG), combining lightning-fast battles with deep deck building strategy. The fully automated battles resolve as quickly as the player wishes –... - December 04, 2016 - Zom.bio
New Children’s Book, “Mak the Kraken” Released This Week Written by London J. Maddison, Illustrated by Nick McCarthy
London J. Maddison and Nick McCarthy have created a new children's book released this week. "Mak the Kraken" is a heartwarming tale of a young sea creature from the undiscovered depths of the ocean. It is a story of persistence, accepting those who are different and achieving goals woven through a theme focused on conservation of the ocean's resources. Enjoyed by ages preschool through third grade. Available to order on Lulu.com as of December 1, 2016. - December 03, 2016 - London J. Maddison
New Book Explores Coming-of-Age in 1980s Comedy Club
The author of "Miserable Holiday Stories" tells a true, coming-of-age story set in the breakneck world of 1980s stand-up comedy. - December 03, 2016 - Prom on Mars
Youth Ensemble Masters and Performs Shakespeare’s Richard II
The Young Shakespeare Players East, a non-profit theater program based in New England, invites young people to perform full-length, original works of Shakespeare. The 2016-17 season kicks off with Richard II, the story of a bad King who becomes a great victim. - December 03, 2016 - Young Shakespeare Players East
"Good Morning, Zitounia!" a Puppet Show Mining Comedy from the Arab Spring
A puppet comedy about the destruction of a dictator-controlled news show during the Arab Spring revolution movement. It's definitely one-of-a-kind and relevant to the current political turmoil in America. - December 03, 2016 - Good Morning, Zitounia!
City Brand Media Acquires Major Stake in Butts In Seats Marketing, LLC, Owner of Brands DineSmart.com and LunchClub.com
City Brand Media will launch both DineSmart and LunchClub brands nationally and internationally thru their 450 City branded website network. Launch scheduled for early 2017. - December 02, 2016 - City Brand Media, LLC
2016 NJ Stage Award Winners Announced
The NJ Stage Awards showcase the best places to experience art in the Garden State as voted on by the public. - December 02, 2016 - NewJerseyStage
EI Open House Event Promises Inspiration to Future Makeup Artists
EI will be holding their popular Open House Event on December 10, 2016 and promises to inspire many makeup artist hopefuls. Their Open House Events are almost performances in themselves with makeup demonstrations, refreshments, a tour of the school, and detailed information on a promising new... - December 01, 2016 - EI, School of Professional Makeup
Pacific Islander Royalty and Dignitaries Praise Disney’s Moana
Prince Tungi and Prince Ethan who are of Tongan and Samoan royalty shares their thoughts on Disney's Moana after attending the world premiere in Hollywood. - December 01, 2016 - Prince Tungi
Roswell Mardi Gras Ball to Boost Local Causes and Holiday Gift-Giving
The Second Annual Roswell Mardi Gras Ball fundraiser is coming up February 25, 2017, to benefit both Skyland Trail and Roswell Woman’s Club. And, come tax-time, it could bring a welcome deduction - because all ticket purchases are fully tax deductible! - December 01, 2016 - The Voilà Foundation
The Truth is Still Out There… "X-Files" Star David Duchovny to Attend Wizard World New Orleans
"Fox Mulder" on Iconic Sci-Fi Series Joins Fellow Star Mitch Pileggi at Ernest N. Morial Convention Center; Also Portrayed "Hank Moody" on "Californication" - December 01, 2016 - Fan Expo HQ
Long-Awaited Release of Fourth Book in Kaye Giuliani's Best-Selling "Corn Maze" Series
The holidays are here again, and the gifts of choice for many discerning parents, grandparents, aunts and uncles will be anything that sparks the imagination and enlarges the mind. Now, just in time to fill the needs of readers of all ages, the author of “The Corn Maze” series, Kaye... - November 30, 2016 - Brigand Books
Kaplan Zuckerman Promoting the Hilariously Inappropriate Film - "Unforgivable Sin"; Elaine at KZ Management Talks to Chloe Traicos the Writer of the Piece
Chloe's journey is one unlike any other... - November 30, 2016 - Kaplan Zuckerman Entertainment
Barbara McGuire Honored as a Lifetime Member by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Barbara McGuire of Riverton, Wyoming has been honored as a Lifetime Member by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements for over 50 years in the field of creative writing. About Barbara McGuire Ms. McGuire is an Author who writes books,... - November 30, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Venu Magazine Kicks Off Art Basel Launching the Winter Issue #33 with a Cocktail Reception and Art Exhibit at Lure Fishbar at the Loews Miami Beach, Nov. 30th, 5-7pm
VENÜ MAGAZINE, an upscale contemporary culture publication, and leading guest experience agency Circle announced today its POP-UP VENÜ VIP event in conjunction with Miami Art Week/Art Basel at Lure Fishbar, Loews Miami Beach on Wednesday Nov. 30. The event will kick off the Holiday Season... - November 30, 2016 - Venu Magazine
Legendary Actor Aki Aleong Guests on Eye on Entertainment
Aki Aleong’s Career Has Spanned over 60 Years as an Actor, Singer, Writer, Producer and Activist. - November 30, 2016 - Eye on Entertainment
Former Runkeeper VP Launches New Service, Aims to Re-Imagine the Way Small Businesses Understand Their Customers
Brilliant enters the NPS survey space with an offering custom tailored for mobile apps and small businesses. - November 29, 2016 - Brilliant
"The Yellow Star" by Aaron Seth, Speaks to a Young Audience. He Writes About Life During the Holocaust. What is Life Worth, When Nothing is Left?
"The Yellow Star" depicts a story of two young boys, no more than twelve of different religious backgrounds learning to appreciate what is left of their life during the Nazi regime in Germany. Illustrator, Illana Barran is also author and illustrator of "The Survival Of The Gingerbread Girl - A Lullaby." - November 29, 2016 - Illana Barran
Local Author Of Omari and the People Wins Prestigious Audiobook Award
Local best-selling novelist Stephen Whitfield learned today that the audiobook version of Omari and the People has won the prestigious Audiofile Magazine Earphones Award for fiction. "This is such a wonderful surprise and honor!" he said when he received the email from Audiofile... - November 29, 2016 - ShirleyCastle.com
Infinity Stage Debuts, with Dee Long of Klaatu Fame, Dedicated to New Plays and Musicals
Infinity Stage, Sound & Film is pleased to announce the official launch of its new theatre and play publishing website at http://www.InfinityStage.com. Based in Washington, D.C., the website also serves as a one-stop-shopping center for producers and directors of live stage events and... - November 28, 2016 - Infinity Stage, Sound & Film
Poets' Choice Publishing and the William Meredith Foundation Announce the Publication of Master Poet Martin Galvin’s New and Selected Poems, A WAY to HOME
A WAY to HOME brings together selections from previous volumes as well as a large group of major new poems by an award-winning poet of great stature. Ryan Bongers contributes his art to enhance and celebrate the poet's work. - November 28, 2016 - The William Meredith Foundation
Hiking Hearts Sponsors Choose-To-Heal Photo Shoot for Compassionate Friends Candle Lighting Memorial Hosted by A Butterfly's Journey
Hiking Hearts, a Boston-based charitable organization and leader in philanthropic hiking, is reaching out to help A Butterfly’s Journey To a New Normal (ABJ), out of Newburyport, MA, to help heal grief using photography at The Compassionate Friends' Worldwide Annual Candle Lighting. - November 27, 2016 - A Butterfly's Journey To A New Normal
Award-Winning Martial Arts School Launches Website to Showcase the Self-Defense Effectiveness of Wing Chun
Orange County martial arts school, The Dragon Institute, launches its new Irvine-based website to bring local attention to the self-defense advantages of Wing Chun over more popular mainstream martial arts. The site also offers key details and benefits on the school’s unique methods and... - November 25, 2016 - Adam Williss Martial Arts
"Goodbye, Emma" Helps Children Relate to Hardships Their Peers, Children Refugees, Face When Fleeing War, Leaving Behind Memories, Toys, Pets...
It is hard to imagine tough choices children refugees face when forced to leave their homes and memories behind. Young protagonist in "Goodbye, Emma" has to decide how many of his favourite toys, books, board games, and family pictures he could fit in his only suitcase. But leaving his beloved pet dog Emma behind is one of the hardest things to do. Struggling with the idea of introducing the topic of refugees to the little ones? "Goodbye, Emma" is the book of choice for 3 to 7 year olds. - November 25, 2016 - Clever Fox Press Ltd
New Amazing Chinese Comics "Modern Life of Immortal Demons"
The art world is filled with artists who have turned their limitations into unique methods of creativity. We are always fascinated by someone working against such magnificently different odds can thrive. - November 24, 2016 - NOWDO
Share Your "Prezidential" Opinion with New Donald and Hillary Emoticons from emotikidz®
On November 8, 2016, ck socialmedia released a new emotikidz® sticker pack for the presidential election season. The 100 emoticons feature Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton in often hilarious situations. The app will be free on on the 24th November 2016 for all to enjoy and celebrate Thanksgiving Day. - November 23, 2016 - ck socialmedia
Don Diego Entertainment Group Launches "Talk of the Town, talkuvthetown.com" Project
Projects will involve reality show(s), movie(s), and mixtape(s), that support fresh talents. - November 23, 2016 - Don Diego Entertainment Group
Apex for Youth: Highlights from Thursday Night’s Omakase at Masa, a Fundraising Dinner to Benefit Apex for Youth
The Chauncey F. Lufkin III Foundation was proud to be a contributing donor at Thursday night’s intimate fundraising dinner to benefit to Apex for Youth at Masa. Chef Masa himself prepared Omakase at his eponymous restaurant in The Time Warner Center in New York on November 17, 2016. Apex for... - November 22, 2016 - The Chauncey F. Lufkin III Foundation
OWN TV's Actress Kendra C. Johnson Hosts the 25th Annual "Double Dutch Holiday Classic" at the World-Famous Apollo Theater
The Super Bowl of Double Dutch celebrates their 25th Annual Double Dutch Holiday Classic with competing teams from across the globe including the U.S., France, Japan, Morocco and more countries. - November 21, 2016 - 25th Annual Double Dutch Holiday Classic
The Village People’s Iconic Cowboy Randy Jones Brings His Vocal Machismo to New Single "Hard Times"
Tough times certainly come and go, but with the will to win, empowered individuals always land “on the right line.” That’s the overwhelming lyrical theme of “Hard Times,” the latest single from New York City-based indie label Young Pals Music. - November 21, 2016 - Young Pals Music
The Game Changing Selfie Social Networking Website, selfiegh.com
SelfieGh is powerful photo platform and community that allows you to share your beautiful,happy and best moments with the world. - November 20, 2016 - Selfie Global Hut Inc.
Reflections, Paintings and Poems from a Poet's Gallery Launched by Poets Choice Publishing and the William Meredith Foundation
This will be the third collection of Elisavietta Ritchie’s work Poets Choice has been privileged to publish as a unique offering by the William Meredith Foundation. The foundation is dedicated to continuing the legacy of the former US Poet Laureate through publications and educational programs in the arts. - November 19, 2016 - The William Meredith Foundation
CD Hullinger Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
CD Hullinger of San Jose, California has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2016 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements for over 30 years in the field of art education. About CD Hullinger Ms. Hullinger is the Owner of... - November 19, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Triggr & Bloom's, James Larese, Directs Highly Anticipated New Video for A Tribe Called Quest's, "We The People"
Triggr & Bloom is pleased to announce the video release of “We The People” the first single from Tribe Called Quest’s latest release “We Got It From Here, Thank You 4 Your Service,” their first in 18 years. Director James Larese and Executive Producer Monica... - November 18, 2016 - Triggr & Bloom
Sexy Soca with a Dance Flavor! Kevin Lyttle is at It Again
Tarakon Record's Multi platinum selling international artist, Kevin Lyttle has released yet another smash hit. The track "Slow Motion" lives up to its name with its provocative lyrics and Soca, R&B and Dance fusion. Fans across the Caribbean and Australia can expect to hear it from... - November 18, 2016 - Tarakon Records
Danny Pintauro Joins Cast of Web Series “Unsure/Positive” for Second Season
“Who’s the Boss?” star Danny Pintauro has joined the cast of award winning web series “Unsure/Positive.” - November 18, 2016 - Unsure Postive Productions
Dave Bautista (WWE® Superstar Batista™), Finn Bálor™ Blast Into Wizard World Comic Con New Orleans
"Guardians of the Galaxy, GOTG Vol. 2" Headliner Batista (Saturday, Jan. 7) and Rising WWE Star Bálor (Sunday, Jan. 8) Added to Standout Celebrity Roster at Ernest N. Morial Convention Center - November 18, 2016 - Fan Expo HQ
Space-Based STEM Game Wins Good Housekeeping 2016 Award
Xtronaut Enterprises, Inc. Wins Good Housekeeping Award for Space-Based STEM Game Designed by Leader of NASA Mission. - November 17, 2016 - Xtronaut Enterprises, Inc.
Downtown Developer Teams Up with T.E. Johnson & Sons to Present the Livery Apartments on Holly Avenue
T.E. Johnson & Son, Inc. assumes leasing of The Livery Apartments on Holly Avenue. Located Downtown Winston-Salem, NC. - November 17, 2016 - T.E. Johnson & Sons
Atlanta Band Reignites Auburn Avenue’s Iconic Blues Music Legacy
Ethnically and socially diverse new Atlanta band named after the iconic Royal Peacock nightclub in Sweet Auburn district in Atlanta brings attention to the rich history of the venue and famous acts who performed there. This band recently won the Atlanta Blues Challenge and will represent Atlanta in the upcoming 33rd International Blues Challenge held on historic Beale St in Memphis. - November 17, 2016 - Rebekah Ellis
The Park Inn Orlando to Host Premiere Amateur Boxing Event Featuring Fighter Royalty Nov. 18th-21
The Park Inn By Radisson in Kissimmee, Florida, is pleased to announce a special boxing event with renowned impresario Burt Wells, aka Sugar Bert, featuring former heavyweight champion of the world Evander Holyfield’s son, Evan. Evan is among hundreds of amateur fighters scheduled to compete... - November 17, 2016 - AD1Global