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First Annual Country Music Tattle Tale Celebrity Auction

Country Music Tattle Tale is proud to announce its first annual online charity auction. This year’s online auction will benefit Special Kids of Tennessee (www.specialkidstn.com) and feature autographed items from Nashville’s hottest country music acts. Bids will begin on July 20,... - July 09, 2009 - Country Music Tattle Tale

The Tank Faces Sound Issue, Programming Threatened: a New York City Call to Action

The Tank has recently had problems with neighbors regarding noise bleed, despite construction efforts that have included cutting the stage away from the shared wall to reduce vibrations and filling holes in the wall with acoustical caulk. Programming for all of The Tank’s disciplines face potential cancellations and theater closure is possible if a new, soundproofed wall is not built between the stage and the neighboring apartment building. - July 09, 2009 - The Tank

Chicago’s Leading Skyline Trade Show Display Dealer Announces Their New Website

The new online exhibiting portal gives them the ability to showcase up to date information, new trade show display products and reference materials that will help clients make a more informed decision when it comes to their trade show needs. - July 08, 2009 - Tradetec Skyline Chicago

12-Year Old Halima Bleu (aka Nickayla Tucker) Inspires Crowd at Clifford Brown Jazz Festival, Wilmington, DE 2009

Halima Bleu (aka NicKayla Tucker) is an inspiration to all as she belts out the Jazz Standards at the 2009 Clifford Brown Jazz Festival. - July 08, 2009 - Inspiration for Excellence

Lost Wages Author James Alexander to Rant on YouTube

Las Vegas, Nevada author James Alexander has released his first in a series of video "rants" on YouTube. After releasing his first novel, Lost Wages: A Las Vegas Christmas Tale this May, Alexander decided to satire some of the same topics covered in his book by starring in video rampages certain to raise an eyebrow and a smile. - July 08, 2009 - worldofjamesalexander.com

Malcolm Watson, the "Barefoot Violinist," is Featured World Legacy Project Living Legacy for 2009

Malcolm Watson has been chosen a Living Legacy for 2009. A Living Legacy is someone who is consciously creating his life as a legacy for the world now and for generations to com. - July 08, 2009 - World Legacy Project, Inc.

Showcase, Educate and Facilitate New Ideas and Innovations are Goals of Interactive Website

World Legacy Project launches website to Showcase, Educate and Facilitate ideas and innovations of solution for a better world. - July 08, 2009 - World Legacy Project, Inc.

Jeff Tritel, Sculptor, Meets Malcolm Watson, Violinist - When Two Living Legacies Collide

When two Living Legacies of the World Legacy Project meet, the results are magical. - July 08, 2009 - World Legacy Project, Inc.

The Terra Cotta Inn, a Palm Springs Clothing Optional Resort is Going for the Guinness World Records™ in the Largest Skinny Dip Across North America July 11th

July 6th kicks off the 34th anniversary of Nude Recreation Week where people are reminded that they can skip hum drum boring chain hotel vacations and travel to fun clothing optional resorts around the world for exciting vacations. - July 07, 2009 - The Terra Cotta Inn Clothing Optional Resort and Spa

Prive' Designer Sales Presents Elie Tahari NYC Warehouse Sale

Elie Tahari Warehouse Sale featuring women's and men's current and past season samples and stock. Wednesday, July 15 thru Sunday, July 19, 2009. - July 07, 2009 - PRIVÉ Designer Sales

MadParkNews.com as Guide for the Madison Square Park and Flatiron Neighborhoods of New York City

MadParkNews.com website launches with continually updated events, restaurants, real estate, shopping, and music in the Madison Square Park and Flatiron neighborhood of New York City. - July 07, 2009 - MadParkNews.com

227's YouTube Martin Bashir Documentary of Michael Jackson "King of Pop." Incredible YouTube footage of Michael Jackson at Jamaal Al-Din's Hoops 227.

YouTube "Chili"-Martin Bashir's interview with Michael Jackson, the "King of Pop" details many personal aspects of Michael Jackson's life, w/candid scenes and footage of Michael Jackson. Martin Bashir's documentary - Jamaal Al-Din's Hoops 227-Boise. - July 07, 2009 - Jamaal Al-Din's Hoops 227

TRNN on the Real Off the Record Video Series: Chuck D and Johnny Juice on Hip-Hop and America pt.1

Chuck D On the Real Off the Record: Rap getting less and less relevant to today's world. - July 07, 2009 - The Real News

Celebrity Psychic Concetta Bertoldi Wows SpiritNow.com Members

Do you believe in life on The Other Side? If so, you need to watch the on demand replay of Concetta Bertoldi's Jne 24th Web Class on SpiritNow.com. - July 07, 2009 - SpiritNow.com

WBO Looks Towards India for Hosting "Top Model of the World"

The WBO is looking to host the Top Model of the World modelling pageant in India and has authorised German Business Bureau(GBB), Dubai to negotiate on its behalf, the rights to host the finale in India for the year 2009. - July 07, 2009 - German Business Bureau

NYC TV PROFILES Selected to Receive 2009 Telly Award

30th Annual Telly Awards honor PROFILES for excellence in programming - July 06, 2009 - Quest Media Entertainment, Inc

Television Icon and Controversial Author Chuck Barris to Appear on “NYC TV PROFILES”

Host Mickey Burns interviews iconic television host and producer, Chuck Barris on “NYC TV PROFILES.” This episode of “NYC TV PROFILES” will air City-wide on NYC TV, Channel 74 on Tuesday, July 14th at 7:30 PM. - July 06, 2009 - Quest Media Entertainment, Inc

The Cure for the Summertime Blues: 4th Annual Simi Valley Blues Festival

Free concert announces upcoming charity fundraiser. - July 06, 2009 - Kiwanis Club of Simi Valley

Twitter Application Developers Can Benefit from Tutorial Site

Online video tutorial creator Chuck Lasker has launched a subscription tutorial site that demonstrates the use of hundreds of Twitter applications. Developers can have their Twitter applications, sites, tools or service included at no charge. - July 06, 2009 - TutorialsUnlimited.com

Stand-Up Comedian Erik Rivera Joins Urban Latino Radio

The Best of Latino Living can now be heard on Urban Latino Radio, Hooked on E! will Premiere July 2009 celebrity interviews...sports…movies...television…music… comedy...news...fashion…technology…concerts…events… politics…trends…gossip… - July 05, 2009 - Urban Latino Radio

70% of Top-Quiz Players Are Women: The Case of QuizBoom.com

The statistics of the recently launched online skill game QuizBoom.com show that 70% of all-time top players are women. This finding might be an affirmation to some well-known evidence on the highest intelligence quotients of women. On the other hand the statistics may reflect the world-wide tendency – women play games more than men do. To make stronger implications QuizBoom.com is going to research the particular topic. - July 05, 2009 - QuizBoom.com

New from Groark Audio: On the Subway – Poetry by Kurt Boone

Messenger 841 is Love – Love for New York City. Groark Audio announces the release of On the Subway, Poetry by Kurt Boone. With sound effects and new music, this 1-hour audio mix presents a fast-paced, street-level view of New York City from a foot messenger whose daily experience may take him through all five boroughs of Manhattan in a single day. - July 04, 2009 - Groark Audio

Newly Created White Oak Films to Launch ‘LEGENDS’ Series Benefiting Industry Pros in Need

www.whiteoakfilms.com -- "Living Legends" -- An innovative interview series that highlights the legacies and little known facts of legendary individuals from the entertainment community as well as all other walks of life, is being produced by new company White Oak Films. - July 04, 2009 - White Oak Films

LGN Creates London Fashion Week Opportunities for Emerging and Independent designers

La Geneve North are proud to announce the return of their Independent fashion showcase event 'A La Mode' taking place on Friday 18th September 2009, at the Luxurious Charing Cross Hotel in Central London during London Fashion Week. - July 04, 2009 - La Geneve North

Actress Maggie Vandenberghe Makes Her Feature Film Debut in 20th Century Fox's Aliens in the Attic on July 31, 2009

Emerging actress Maggie VandenBerghe appears in 20th Century Fox film Aliens in the Attic as “Annie Filkins” alongside Ashley Tisdale, Robert Hoffman, Kevin Nealon, and Doris Roberts. - July 03, 2009 - Maggie Vandenberghe

Nadjah Pennington - Quiet Confidence & Striking Beauty Takes the Crown in Talented Teen Competition

Nadjah Pennington of New Castle, DE wins Hal Jackson's Talented Teens Delaware Competition. - July 03, 2009 - Inspiration for Excellence

SMO Week at ArtFire: Teaching Artisans Internet Marketing Techniques

Craft website providing social media tips and tricks for artisans - July 03, 2009 - ArtFire

Hot Rods, Choppers, Zombies and Beer Promised at Seattle’s Hot Rod Monsters Film Festival

Presented by Go-Kustom Rekords & Films is the first ever Hot Rod and Monster Film Festival to be held at 911 Media Arts in Seattle, Washington, July 18th & 19th, 2009. Additional sponsors include Ol Skool Rodz , Car Kulture Deluxe, The Pin-Up Angels and The Rat Bastards Car Club. - July 02, 2009 - Go-Kustom Rekords & Films

America the Beautiful Free Gift Mp3 Download Featuring Charlie Farricielli Rosefarm.com International President

Rosefarm.Com International LLC has released a Holiday Gift today. A inspirational Mp3 Free download of this incredible moving rendition of America The Beautiful performed by Charlie Farricielli president of the company. A celebration and tribute of our wonderful Country's Birthday. - July 02, 2009 - Rosefarm.com International

Providing a Platform for Emerging UK Designers and Musicians to Showcase Their Creations

May 25th will see the re-launch of the monthly fashion and music event brought to you by La Geneve North (www.lagenevenorth.co.uk) and Fat Talent (www.fattalent.com). This informal fashion and music event enables you to experience Fat Talent's best live acts perform and a fashion show put together... - July 02, 2009 - La Geneve North

Celebrities Choose Victoria & Albert Bathtubs

Bestselling romance novelist Nora Roberts is the latest celebrity to “fall in love” with a Victoria & Albert bathtub. Actress Kristen Scott Thomas and TV personality and designer Ryan Brown also selected Victoria & Albert bathtubs for their homes. - July 02, 2009 - Victoria & Albert Bath

The New Online Skill Game QuizBoom.com is Launched

The online skill game QuizBoom.com has recently started to operate. The game is based on a new concept – people from all over the world compete online in the actual time by answering trivia questions. Each round of the game lasts 24 hours, and the best players of a round win substantial sums of money. - July 02, 2009 - QuizBoom.com

Stopping More Than Sexting, He is Saving Our Digital Generation: A 21st Century Folk Legend in the Making

To many he is known as this century’s visionary behind 21st Century Digital Responsibility. In some circles he is referred to as the father of digital safety. To his peers he is regarded as an instrumental leader of proactive 21st century education and awareness. To his family, he is simply... - July 01, 2009 - Institute of Responsible Online and Cell-phone Communication

Rio Grande Scenic Railroad Launches Campaign to Promote Michael Martin Murphey’s New Mountain Music Show

Outdoor Concerts Set in Beautiful Fir, Colo. - July 01, 2009 - Rio Grande Scenic Railroad

Michael Jackson Immortalized with Dedication of Star

The world was recently saddened by the sudden loss of pop icon Michael Jackson. In memoriam of this legendary and one-of-a-kind performer, Ztarlet.com has dedicated an actual star in his memory – as a symbol of the bright light that Jackson brought to the music industry and his millions of loyal fans across the globe. - July 01, 2009 - Ztarlet.com

CTXM Extends Its New Slots Offering on iPhone

CTXM, a leading developer of online casino and video games and gambling platforms, has developed two new casual slots for IPhone. Both slots are derived from popular casino slots already published by CTXM to its partners. Now both games are available to IPhone users for casual play. - July 01, 2009 - CTXM Ltd

Maryland Local on the Rachael Ray Show Friday, July 3, 2009

Maryland local, Aaron Ware, will be featured on the Rachael Ray show on Fri., July 3rd. Aaron lost his twin brother Eric to cancer, but turned his grief around by starting a baking company. He sells his creations for $1.00 a piece and donates some of the proceeds to the organization that brought joy to his twin in his last years, the Casey Cares Foundation. Aaron and his family spoke at the Casey Cares Foundation gala and three dozen of his cookies were auctioned off for $1,500. - July 01, 2009 - Casey Cares Foundation

AVnex Ltd. Announcing Their Special Offerings in Time for the Fourth of July Holiday

www.audio4fun.com - AVnex has announced their special offerings in time for the Fourth of July holiday. In anticipation of the holiday, AVnex has prepared a special, free tutorial entitled, “July 4th - Sing ‘America will always stand’ with Randy Travis” and they have posted it on their site http://www.musicmorpher.com/free-tutorials/sing-with-randy-travis-on-july4th.htm. - July 01, 2009 - AVSoft Corp.

Autobiography of Professional Wrestling Manager "Playboy" Gary Hart Released

Hart was a legendary foe of the beloved Von Erich wrestling dynasty in Texas. - July 01, 2009 - "Playboy" Gary Hart

MPress Records Signs Seth Glier to Multi-Album Deal

New York based MPress Records proud to announce the signing of singer-songwriter Seth Glier. - June 30, 2009 - MPress Records

The Social Pet Announces the Publication of Their Newest Book

“Renting with Rex: How You, Your Dog, Your Landlord and Your Neighbors Can All Thrive in Rental Housing.” The Only Book on Renting with Dogs. ISBN: 978-0-557-06368-0; Price: $19.95 Many pet owners are facing foreclosure and need to find a place to rent with their pets. They are... - June 30, 2009 - The Social Pet

Canadian Cartoonist Pledges "Peanuts" to Schulz Challenge at Ohio State: Mike Cope to Donate Book's Proceeds to Future Home of Newspaper Funnies History

Mike Cope, cartoonist, illustrator and author of "The Last of the Funnies" is making a generous pledge to support the Schulz Challenge that is raising money for The Ohio State University’s Cartoon Library & Museum. Mike is donating $2 for every copy his timely science fiction, which explores the future of the funnies in a virtually paperless world after a worldwide energy and economic crisis, sells until the Schulz Challenge concludes in March 2014. - June 30, 2009 - Mike Cope - COPETOONS.COM

Hollywood Tough Guy Proves Bad Economy is Good for Dummies

One Hollywood actor is dealing with the bad economy, by taking matters into his own hands (Literally) - June 30, 2009 - Robert McRay

Carlton Hobbs Wins Finest Work of Art Award at Olympia International Art and Antiques Fair in London

Carlton Hobbs, the eminent international antiques dealer, is very pleased to announce that they were awarded the Fair Patron’s Award 2009 for the Finest Work of Art in Association with CINOA, the prestigious international federation for art and antique dealers. Presented by Sir Timothy... - June 30, 2009 - Carlton Hobbs LLC