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Texas Trust Credit Union Takes Part in the Planking Craze
Jim Minge, President of Texas Trust Credit Union, joins 32 employees in group plank on the front lawn of its corporate office. - July 21, 2011 - Texas Trust Credit Union
Push Media Group Announces Former Miss Sprint Cup, Paige Duke, to Serve as Miss Sweetest Sundaes to Benefit Breast Cancer Awareness for 2011
After a huge success with their first pool party event in Dallas on May 15th, the Push Media Group team conducted a search for a Miss Sweetest Sundaes to help join them raise awareness and funds for the Tiger Lily Foundation. Today, the Push Media Group announces the first Miss Sweetest Sundaes, former Miss Sprint Cup Paige Duke. - July 21, 2011 - Push Media Group
Howard Alan Events Presents Redstone Art Fair on July 30th & 31st, 2011
Back by popular demand, the annual Redstone Art Fair in Park City returns with the country’s finest artists including top local talent. This two day juried outdoor art event appeals to people of all ages including families, art enthusiasts and serious art buyers looking to add to their... - July 21, 2011 - Howard Alan Events
Nabu Media is Proud to Announce the Launch of Zoomvino, a Revolutionary New Online Tool Which Brings Together Close to 50,000 Winegrowers Throughout the World
To bring together the wineries from all corners of the world and offer a dedicated communications platform, Nabu Media came up with the ingenious idea of creating zoomvino – an international meeting point for winegrowers, trade buyers and wine lovers of all countries and cultures. Truly cosmopolitan, this “winery gazette” is available in English, German, French, Italian, Spanish and Chinese. - July 21, 2011 - Nabu Media
Country Artist Lisa Matassa to Perform at Four Country Format Radio Stations in Idaho, Montana and Washington State
Country artist, Lisa Matassa, will perform and give interviews at four country format radio stations in Idaho, Montana and Washington on Wednesday, July 20, 2011 and on Thursday, July 21, 2011, as part of the western U.S. leg of her national radio promotional tour for her debut EP, “Me Time.” - July 20, 2011 - LMA Productions, Inc.
MyReviewsNow Introduces the Pencil Portrait Master on Sale Now at a Very Affordable Price
MyReviewsNow in announces new affiliation with the Pencil Portrait Master. The Pencil Portrait Master teaches students in a step-by-step manner how to hone their drawing skills from renown teacher Christopher Sia. - July 20, 2011 - Retail Solutions Advisors
Midwest Sports and Entertainment, Inc. is Expanding Its Event Marketing Division
Midwest Sports and Entertainment, headquartered in St. Louis, MO has been taking advantage of the economy as of late. With more and more companies looking for new and creative ways to generate more business, MSE has had no problems adding to its portfolio of clients. Most of the new found success... - July 20, 2011 - Midwest Sports and Entertainment
Poker Comedy Hitting The Nuts Wins at 2011 Las Vegas Film Festival
The poker-themed comedy Hitting The Nuts won a Golden Ace Award for Superior Filmmaking at the 2011 Las Vegas Film Festival. This is the third award in as many festivals for the movie. (Hitting the Nuts won Best Feature Film at both the Cincinnati Film Festival and the Derby City Film Festival earlier this year.) - July 20, 2011 - Hitting The Nuts - The Movie, LLC
Up and Coming Actor, Filmmaker, Jeremy Fultz Short Film, VIGILANTE Debuting at the Action on Film Festival July 22 in Pasadena, CA. Nominated "Best Short - Editing"
VIGILANTE, a short film by actor, filmmaker, Jeremy Fultz - DoingTime Productions will be screening at the 2011 Action on International Film Festival in Pasadena, California July 22nd and July 28th. The film is nominated for ‘Best Editing - Short’. Contact: Jeremy Fultz, Actor,... - July 20, 2011 - Middle Child New Media
Asiasoft Corporation PLC Partners with Live Gamer to Offer the Payment of Facebook® Credits in Malaysia, Thailand & Vietnam
Asiasoft Corporation is pleased to partner Live Gamer in allowing users in Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam to use @Cash to purchase Facebook Credits and spend Facebook Credits across Facebook’s directory of social games and applications. - July 20, 2011 - Asiasoft Online Pte Ltd
Monuments, Benches and Urns: Artistic Visions of the Hereafter Opens July 28, 2011
“Monuments” opens Thursday, July 28, 2011 with the first Artists’ Reception to be held on the FAT Friday Trolley Hop, July 29, 2011 from 6-9 PM at Kaviar Gallery. Contributing artists include David Kocka, David Lind, Raymond Graf, Guy Tedesco, Matt Weir, Don Lawler, Meg White, and Craig Kaviar. - July 20, 2011 - Kaviar Forge & Gallery
Author Details Terrifying Experiences of Paranormal Activity and Tragedy in Watervliet, New York
Author Jill Marie Morris, a native of Upstate New York, releases “207: A Personal Account of Love, Paranormal Activity and Demonic Possession.” “207,” is a true story based on a series of terrifying and tragic events having occurred in the Author’s life while living in... - July 20, 2011 - JillMarieMorris.com
The New Addicting iPhone Game App, Starcraze, Has Hit the App Store
Tony's Apps has released Starcraze, a new game app available in the App Store for the iPhone and iPod touch. This new app is available for download in both Lite and paid versions. - July 19, 2011 - Tony's Apps
Venture IAB Signs Jennifer Adams
Talent and Branding Agency Venture IAB has signed home product designer Jennifer Adams. - July 17, 2011 - Venture IAB, Inc
SoWink Targets the Next Generation of Online Daters with Release of Beta Product
SoWink, the social online dating site for college students, recent graduates and young professionals between the ages of 18-35, recently released its private beta version of the product. - July 17, 2011 - SoWink, Inc.
Gigglebons Comedy Website Launches
Gigglebons is a free comedy website specializing in short live action comedy videos and animations. Content is submitted by the viewers. - July 16, 2011 - Gigglebons
New Memoir Elicits Life of Dying Man as Seen by His Brother
"Proud Pants: An Unconventional Memoir" (ISBN: 978-0-9836049-2-1) is Gregory G. Allen’s first novelette. Just released by ASD Publishing as an eBook, it tells the story of a thirty-four year old man who recalls his life as he lies dying. Told through the voice of one man, but written through the words of his brother. - July 15, 2011 - ASD Publishing
MyReviewsNow in Affiliation with Violin Master Pro Announce Limited Time Offer
Those who dream of playing a rousing Violin solo, or would simply like to learn the violin basics while impressing friends and family, no longer have to pay high fees for private lessons. MyReviewsNow has teamed up with Violin Master Pro to offer a limited time only price of $27 for the complete Violin Master Pro learning system. - July 15, 2011 - Retail Solutions Advisors
Audio4fun.com’s Contest “Speak Like a President” Going to the Voting Stage
Eleven best videos were selected from thirty submitted ones. Which one will win the Most Favorite President prize of this contest? Now it’s the time for Facebook users to place their votes. - July 15, 2011 - AVSoft Corp.
Get Your Daily Dose of Horse
The Equine Network launches MyHorse Daily, a new community for horse lovers. - July 15, 2011 - Equine Network, LLC
Country Artist Lisa Matassa to Embark on West Coast Radio Tour for Her Debut Country EP, "Me Time"
Country artist, Lisa Matassa, will visit three California country format radio stations on Tuesday, July 19, 2011, as part of the west coast leg of her national radio promotional tour for her debut EP, “Me Time.” - July 14, 2011 - LMA Productions, Inc.
Cult Classic Novel “The King Of Clubs” Available for the First Time in Paperback and eBooks
Long before "Blood Sport" or "Fight Club," the book that defined the genre was "The King of Clubs." First released in 1982 and out of print since the mid 90’s, difficult to find hardcover copies of “The King of Clubs” sell for as much as $100 each. - July 14, 2011 - Parthenon Press
The Scoular Company to be Featured on Upcoming Episode of American Farmer This Fall
The episode will help tell the story of the intricate distribution system that moves grain from the American farmer’s fields to the first processor. - July 14, 2011 - DMG Productions, LLC
Post Exchange Catering Launches “Feeding Love” Facebook Sweepstakes
Post Exchange Catering, a local, family owned and operated company out of Atlanta, GA, has launched their Feeding Love Facebook Sweepstakes. Post Exchange Catering will be donating one book for every ten people who enter the sweepstakes on Facebook and will additionally be selecting one... - July 14, 2011 - nuphorIQ
Mona Lisa Code Conducts Worldwide Search for Actress to Play Mona Lisa
Scott Lund, discoverer and producer of the Mona Lisa Code, searches for a dead ringer to bring Leonardo da Vinci's masterpiece to life. - July 12, 2011 - Scott Lund
FirstRun.tv – New Television Network Aimed at Mobile and Online Audiences Launched by Veteran Disney Studios Executive
FirstRun.tv (www.FirstRun.tv) is a new television network launched by veteran Disney Studios executive, Gary Kleinman. FirstRun.tv features ten channels of new shows from independent producers, aimed at mobile viewers with smartphones, tablets, laptop computers, and other mobile devices. - July 12, 2011 - FirstRun.tv Network
Arizona-Themed Comic by KaraokeFanboy Press Makes Debut at San Diego Comic Con
"Amazing Arizona Comics," a small press comic book series about superheroes and current events in Arizona, will make its debut at the San Diego Comic Con this year. - July 12, 2011 - KaraokeFanboy Press
MyReviewsNow Announces New Affiliation with the Danica Patrick Store
MyReviewsNow in affiliation with the Danica Patrick Store is excited to announce fan discounts on the racing star's latest merchandise including her diecast Indycar. In addition, the Danica Patrick Racing Store is currently showcasing brand new apparel for 2011. - July 11, 2011 - Retail Solutions Advisors
US Body Artists Claim 2011 World Victory, Leaving a Brushstroke on History
First American Bodypainters to win North American and World Championships in the same year. - July 10, 2011 - LivingBrush Bodypainting
New Website MastCelebs.net Launched Features Photos of Hot Celebs
GogruMogru has just launched a new website aimed at providing interested individuals with photos of their favorite celebs. The site features a database containing photos of all the hot celebs in movies, sports, music, modeling, and more. Individuals in the database are from all over the world. - July 10, 2011 - GogruMogru Pvt. Ltd.
Artisan Colleen Cornell Debuts CLA Creations Inspired by Nature at the Ocean City Arts Center, NJ August 1st through August 31st
Artisan Colleen Cornell debuts pottery collection at Ocean City Arts Center August 1-31. Opening Reception Friday, August 12 from 7pm-8:30pm. - July 10, 2011 - CLA Creations
Givethatback.com Challenges Urban Dictionary to a "War Over Words"
Launch of a new website givethatback.com - July 09, 2011 - Popintell, LLC
Red Flush Online Casino Welcomes Riviera Riches Video Slot
Riviera Riches, the newest slot machine from Microgaming, due to launch at Red Flush Online Casino in July 2011. - July 08, 2011 - Red Flush Online Casino
World Premier of Art by Dano Original Painting Commemorating the 40th Anniversary of Jimi Hendrix Rainbow Bridge Featuring Surf Legend David Nuuhiwa
The Rock and Roll Emporium presents Art by Dano original painting commemorating the 40th anniversary of Jimi Hendrix Rainbow Bridge featuring Surf Legend David Nuuhiwa. Dano and David Nuuhiwa will be on hand to sign prints of the piece at the Rainbow Bridge Release Party August 5th from 7p-9p at Tuna Town, 221 Main Street in Huntington Beach, CA 92648. - July 08, 2011 - The Rock and Roll Emporium
New DVD Release from Filmmaker Shawn Baker "Comrades" Available Now
Lock City Filmworks along with Director Shawn Baker launches hot new urban pic "Comrades." - July 08, 2011 - Lock City Filmworks Inc
Buy Me A Drink Hits US iTunes App Store with a Buzz
Buy Me A Drink has launched on iTunes, bringing “A great night out in one App” but with a major twist: A woman’s take on an industry dominated by men, nightlife. - July 08, 2011 - WAAVE Holdings Pte Ltd
Sound Light Ascension Expo in Louisville, KY, USA, September 24 & 25, 2011 Jonathan Goldman, Keynote Speaker
The Sound Light Expo in Louisville, KY will draw people from around the world to gather September 24 & 25, 2011. They will serve and celebrate the spirit of all in the Light Community and on the planet. Jonathan Goldman, sound pioneer, Grammy finalist and author is the keynote presenter. The event takes place at the Ramada Conference Center, 9700 Bluegrass Parkway, Louisville, KY. - July 08, 2011 - Sacred Journeys
Lava Web Creations Designs a Virtual Museum, Which Pays Tribute to Unsung Nursing Heroes
The team at Melbourne’s Lava Web Creations have collaborated with the Royal District Nursing Service (RDNS) to create a virtual museum that pays tribute to Australia’s oldest provider of home nursing and healthcare services. - July 08, 2011 - Lava Web Creations
Odd Encounters Seeks Submittals of Paranormal Experiences
New paranormal website is looking for true tales of unexplained phenomena, from recent sightings of UFOs to ghostly encounters to brushes with strange creatures. - July 08, 2011 - Odd Encounters
Local Company in the Running for a $50,000 Grant to Help Save Arts Education
Dynamic Video Lighting and Sound, LLC, a full service live production company has been named a finalist for the Pepsi Refresh Project. As one of one hundred finalists, Dynamic Video Lighting and Sound, LLC hopes to finish in the top ten. The top ten finalists are awarded $50,000, money Dynamic... - July 08, 2011 - Dynamic Video Light and Sound LLC
Waterlogg Productions Founder Celebrates 40 Years of Storytelling
The Whithering of Willoughby and the Professor: Their Ways in the Worlds now available at: Audible. Amazon, ITunes and other online retailers. - July 07, 2011 - Waterlogg Productions
The Art of Jonas Lynch Premiers at the Rock and Roll Emporium Collectors Gallery for Surf City Nights July 12, 2011
Join artist Jonas Lynch for a live-painting performance and exhibition of his collection of mixed media fine art Tuesday, July 12, 2011. The opening reception takes place from 5p-9p at Surf City Nights at The Rock and Roll Emporium Collectors Gallery, 205 Main Street in Huntington Beach, CA... - July 07, 2011 - The Rock and Roll Emporium
Hip-Hop Stars Release Song to Raise Funds, Awareness for Durham Mom
As a Durham, North Carolina cancer survivor and mother of two crusades to overturn a custody order that has outraged the world, a close friend from her childhood days in New Jersey has organized the recording and release of a hip-hop record to help fund the legal battle. - July 06, 2011 - Alaina Giordano
Spacevidcast to Provide Unprecedented Coverage of Final Space Shuttle Launch
Spacevidcast, the online media outlet that covers all elements of space flight has a motto, “Making space – common place.” What the Minnesota-based firm is planning in terms of covering the final launch of a space shuttle – is anything but commonplace. The show is scheduled... - July 06, 2011 - Spacevidcast
Alchemy Productions Provides Exciting Review for Nettfit Publishing About Their New Parkinson’s Disease Book "Looking Down the Barrel"
Alison Litton of Alchemy Productions provides exciting review of a new Parkinson’s disease book "Looking Down the Barrel" by author Richard Secklin. This memoir is an extraordinary journey of a man who, after being diagnosed with Parkinson’s, feels his world and his identity has been destroyed. Tempted to end his life, he turns his back on himself and God and then through a series of events sees the gift of his personal journey through new eyes of Compassion. - July 06, 2011 - Nettfit Publishing
"Magic at Coney!!!" - July 13th - Presented by Magical Promotions
Making their "Magic at Coney!!!" debuts, two of the finest entertainers and magicians in the world: Cardone, the world's first Mentriloquist and Insectavora, the Mistress of Magic. - July 06, 2011 - Magical Promotions
Celebrate MLB All-Star Week with "The Home Run Alphabet," the Largest Collection of Home Run Terms Ever Assembled
New "Ducks on the Pond" baseball book by award-winning author R. Scott Murphy contains nearly 1,000 ways to portray these powerful plays. "The Home Run Alphabet" is the centerpiece of the book. It is proving popular with media and baseball fans. - July 05, 2011 - Ducks on the Pond
Fighting Cancer Never Tasted So Good
Today, there are many ways to become involved in the fight against cancer – everything from marathons to private donations – but did you ever think you could eat your way to a cancer-free tomorrow? John Wayne Cancer Institute’s Partners in Progress has put together a variety of mouth-watering, delectable eats and treats for the 2nd Annual Food Truck Round Up for Cancer Research from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on July 17 at the corner of 14th Street and Santa Monica Boulevard. - July 05, 2011 - John Wayne Cancer Institute’s Partners in Progress
Transformers 3: Dark of the Moon on Mobeep
Mobeep users will experience a thematic overhaul as they log on to Mobeep, having Transformers logos replaced the default icons, while spotting a space-age background that defines the storyline of this movie. - July 05, 2011 - Ozura World Ltd.
HerculesPoker Rewards Customers with Daily Deals, Bonuses and Increased Opportunities to Win
HerculesPoker provides multiple rewards, including $150,000 in guaranteed monthly rewards and first deposit bonuses. - July 03, 2011 - Herculespoker