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Royce Gracie, Jim Hughes, Lou Rodriguez to Conduct First Ever Royce Gracie Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Seminar in Puerto Rico April 19
MA MMA & CT MMA Professor, Royce Gracie, will be teaching a historic seminar in San Juan Puerto Rico. Gracie Jiu Jitsu Black Belt Jim Hughes and long time student Lou Rodriguez will assist Royce in this first Royce Gracie visit to Puerto Rico. The seminar will be held at the University of... - March 30, 2008 - Jim Hughes & Gracie Brazilian Jiu JItsu Self Defense
Royce Gracie Appearing at College MMA Challenge in Westerly RI
Royce Gracie, the legendary MMA fighter and most recognized personality of the first family Mixed Martial Arts will appear at Live the Legend & College MMA Challenge at Paddy's Beach in Westerly RI - March 30, 2008 - College MMA Challenge
The Shocking Truth About the Hypnosis Bandit from Hollywood Hypnotist Kevin Stone
Press release about the hypnotist bandit and the truth about hypnosis. - March 30, 2008 - Hollywood Hypnotist
Yates Communications to Launch America's First True Green Radio Station; “Eco-Friendly” News and Talk Programming to Include Veteran Texas Radio Talent Kevin McCarthy
Yates Communications received approval this week from the Federal Communications Commission to purchase radio station KAND-AM, Corsicana, Texas, and announced that they will use the platform to create the nation’s first true “green” radio station. The owner will operate the radio... - March 29, 2008 - Yates Communications, LLC
Connecticut MMA & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Instructor Jim Hughes Promoted to Black Belt by Legendary Father of mma, Royce Gracie
Legendary fighter, Royce Gracie, promotes long time ct mma & jiujitsu student Jim Hughes to Black Belt in his family martial art, Gracie Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Jim Hughes heads Gracie Jiu Jitsu Self Defense & MMA training locations in Hartford Glastonbury, Southington, East Windsor, Enfield, Danbury, New Haven, Stratford, Norwich, UCONN/STORRS, Agawam MA, Boston MA, and Puerto Rico assisted by his top students and training partners. - March 29, 2008 - Jim Hughes & Gracie Brazilian Jiu JItsu Self Defense
Author Publishes First Band Nerds Poetry Book
DJ Corchin opens the door to the wonderful world of “Band Nerds” with international availability of Band Nerds Poetry From The 13th Chair Trombone Player. - March 28, 2008 - The Phazelfoz Company, LLC
Vodka Enters the Wine Space ZYR Russian Vodka - Only Spirit - at Prestigious Florida Wine Festival
Gold Medal Winner ZYR Russian Vodka featured for the first time in the 22 year history of the annual Sandestin Wine Festival in NorthWestern Florida. - March 28, 2008 - ZYR Russian Vodka
Travel Guide Galapagos / All About the Galapagos Archipelago and Its Unique, Various Animal Wildlife and Nature
The Galapagos Islands are one of the last animal and nature sanctuaries and have not lost any of their attraction for nature and animal lovers, photographers and film makers, behavioural scientists and vulcanologists, seafarers and adventurers since their discovery in 1535. This new travel guide provides information on the main islands and the animal kingdom on the Galapagos archipelago. An array of fascinating impressions introduce the reader to the intriguing world of the Galapagos Islands. - March 28, 2008 - Turtle-Media Home Entertainment
RootsTelevision.com Wins Four Telly Awards in Its First Year
RootsTelevision.com, an online channel dedicated to all aspects of genealogy and family history, has been recognized in the 29th Annual Telly Awards for four of its original productions. Selected from more than 14,000 shows were "DNA Stories: A Tale of Two Fathers" (documentary),... - March 28, 2008 - RootsTelevision.com
New Podcast Explains the Basics of Character Voice Acting
Anthony Reece gives an enlightening tutorial on how to find the inspiration for character voices and how to develop character voices on the Voice Over Experts podcast at Voices.com. - March 28, 2008 - Voices.com
New Khmer Music Social Network Woos Members with iPods and Other Gifts
The Camnob Khmer Music Site (www.Camnob.com), a new Cambodian music and social media site, is welcoming new members by offering the chance to win popular gifts through a unique points system. Members earn points by signing up and participating in the social network, and points can be used to earn gifts such as iPods. - March 28, 2008 - Camnob
Perspective Magazine to Launch New Consumer Version for Owners of Timeshare, Points, Fractional and Private Residence Club Vacation Products
Plans are underway to launch an independent consumer magazine for the timeshare and shared ownership market by the company that already produces the most read independent B2B publication for the same market. - March 27, 2008 - Perspective International Ltd
Medioh Inc. Launches medioh.tv
Medioh Inc. launches medioh.tv – the comprehensive guide to web video. - March 27, 2008 - medioh!
Food for Faith Launches 1st Christian Dramatic TV Series on the Internet
Fine Church Girls is a new internet TV series launched on Easter Sunday. It blurs the lines between reality and fiction, and takes place in a real church with a real clergy family involved in the story lines, which are all entirely scripted. Join Teal, Spencer, Victoria, Blanca and the rest of the cast of Fine Church Girls as they help us to laugh, cry, pray and hope while convincing us through their adventures and misadventures that faith is worth it. - March 27, 2008 - Food for Faith Productions
646 Entertainment Group Announces Official Launch April 1st, 2008
Aspiring artists, and music veterans can now add 646 Entertainment Group to their list of need to know individuals in the music industry. This new company, headed by longtime music veteran Corneilius, “Neil” Harp, brings to the Charlotte area a one stop location for recording, mixing,... - March 27, 2008 - 646 Entertainment Group
Sound Authors Radio Show Announces March 28st, 2008 Show Lineup
World Talk Radio broadcasted on the Modavox network features Sound Authors, a live interview talk radio show. - March 27, 2008 - Sound Authors
"Eye on Entertainment" Cable Television Show Interviews International Soccer Superstar Thomas Dooley
Thomas Dooley is the Founder and CEO of the American Soccer-Tennis Organization and the OC Kings. - March 26, 2008 - Eye on Entertainment
The Sean Maxwell Project Presents a Diversity of Talents Fashion Show Supporting the Fight Against Breast Cancer. Special Performances by Diana DeGarmo of American Idol.
Executive Producer Sean Maxwell is producing a Fashion Show in Atlanta, Georgia to bring together a diversity of talents to support a worthy cause. Portions of Ticket Sale Proceed Profits will be going to help in the fight against Breast Cancer. The non-profit charity organization to receive the proceeds will be the Georgia Breast Cancer Coalition Fund. Diana DeGarmo of American Idol is one of many talents performing to support this worthy cause. - March 26, 2008 - The Sean Maxwell Project
Meet the Michener
Roman Jewelers, The Michener Art Museum and Bucks Magazine strive to bring neighboring counties together through art and culture. - March 26, 2008 - Roman Jewelers
Triangle Community Works Welcomes 'First Gay Latin Star' to Raleigh
Comedy Central’s Jade Esteban Estrada will perform his award-winning solo ‘ICONS: The Lesbian and Gay History of the World, Vol. 1’ April 5. - March 26, 2008 - Jade Esteban Estrada
iBachata.com is Ready to Launch on April 2008
Rodchata, LLC will be launching its new, all-purpose, ultimate international bachata website. No other website provides such features for those that love bachata. From bachata lovers to bachata experts, this is their all-around, bachata website. - March 26, 2008 - Rodchata, LLC
First Gala Night at Chicago's Legendary Blackstone Hotel April 4, 2008
Following a lavish $128 million dollar renovation, Chicago's legendary Blackstone Hotel, newly restored to its original glory, is being celebrated with a roaring gala honoring philanthropist Richard H. Driehaus on Friday evening, April 4, 2008, at 6:30 p.m. with cocktails, dinner, music, dancing, a... - March 25, 2008 - The Benjamin Marshall Society
New Web Site Captures Attention of Earth Friendly Homeowners
Web site brings together people looking for practical earth friendly tips with advertisers who wish to reach those homeowners. Site features "life casting" & visitor participation in every step from raising funds to purchase a home remodeling the the home toward more sustainable living, all the while providing product placement & advertising opportunities for companies. - March 25, 2008 - Progressive Media Partners
Philadelphia-Based Hip Hop and Soul Artists/Record Label Release Song Calling for End to Iraq War in Midst of Heated Pennsylvania Presidential Primary Election
Respect The Culture, LLC, a Philadelphia-based record label and multi-media company announced today the release of a song calling for peace and the end to the U.S. war in Iraq. Hip hop artists Nex Millen/Retrospective and Poesh Wonder collaborated with soul songstress taragirl on the new single. - March 25, 2008 - Respect the Culture, LLC
"Lost Nation: The Ioway"-- Film Makes Oklahoma Premiere
Documentary explores dramatic saga of Oklahoma's Ioway Tribe. Film producers and Ioway Tribal Members to appear at Oklahoma premiere event. - March 25, 2008 - Fourth Wall Films
Tennessee International Pageant Seeking Delegates
Tennessee International Pageants is currently accepting applications for Local Titleholders. Deadline for entry is August 1, 2008. - March 25, 2008 - Tennessee International Pageants
New Product Casts Shadow on Room Décor
Borders Unlimited announces the release of Sudden Shadows™, a cross between a traditional wall appliqué and a silhouette. These giant-sized, self-adhesive images can be used to quickly and dramatically change the look of any room. - March 25, 2008 - Borders Unlimited. Inc.
Canada's Own "Little Soles™" Steps Into the Celebrity Hollywood Baby Breakfast Club Gift Basket
Hand-picked by glamour guru Janyneoni Moore, Little Soles™, based out of Calgary, Canada has been invited to include their quality designer children’s shoes in this spring’s Hollywood Baby Breakfast Club Gift Basket on April 2, 2008. The Hollywood Baby Breakfast Club is an... - March 25, 2008 - Little Soles Inc.
Jona Rapoport Website Launch
Jona Rapoport, the producer and host of Art & Fine Living with Jona on Radio Shalom, is thrilled to have launched her official website at www.jonarapoport.com. The site features an extensive guest photo gallery, press releases and a section dedicated to her client, American art song and opera... - March 25, 2008 - Jona Rapoport
Biblical and Latter-Day Saint Principle-Centered Topical Guides Now Available Electronically
Electronic versions of the Principles with Promise series which catalogs thousands of principles, doctrines and values found in scripture are now available. Access to these new scriptural concordances will allow teachers and researchers from all Christian denominations to more quickly locate valued principles for personal studies, sermons and teaching assignments. - March 24, 2008 - Celestine Publishing, LLC
Fleur De Lis Film Studios Pays Tribute to American Heroes on Medal of Honor Day
Fleur De Lis Film Studios Honors American Heroes on Medal of Honor Day; Announces Partnership with The Rock Entertainment in Producing Medal of Honor TV Series - March 24, 2008 - Fleur De Lis Film Studios
New Online Message Board for Raleigh NC Area Locals and Transplants
Raleigh native forms new online message board community for those living in the Raleigh NC area, and those considering relocating to the area. - March 24, 2008 - Raleigh Info
Visions of Psychic Empowerment
New “QuietSound” Web Site, www.quietsound.biz, Offers a Spiritual Oasis of Healing Resources, Paranormal Insights, and Personal Empowerment. In an era of spiritual alienation & disillusionment, QuietSound helps quiet the mind & provide positive support for body & soul. - March 24, 2008 - Psychic Readings by Quietsound
Grammy Winner James Ehnes in Candid Interview on Art & Fine Living with Jona
Canadian violinist James Ehnes was the honoured guest on radio show Art & Fine Living with Jona, produced and hosted by Jona Rapoport on Radio shalom, a mere 24 hours after receiving the coveted Grammy Award for Best Instrumental Soloist Performance with Orchestra. The winning album of violin... - March 23, 2008 - Jona Rapoport
MultipleMomsRock.com Gifts Jennifer Lopez with Twins Apparel
Announcement of twin-related apparel items gifted to Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony on the arrival of their fraternal twins and recent photo release. - March 22, 2008 - Multiple Moms Rock
atLarge Wins International Davey Award for Sarasota Film Festival Campaign
Leading interactive agency atLarge, Inc. has won an International Davey Award for their interactive work for the Sarasota Film Festival. Selected from over 4,000 entries by the International Academy of the Visual Arts, the award symbolizes the classic David and Goliath struggle, in which the underdog defeats a giant using strategy and a pebble. The annual International Davey Awards honors the achievement of the "Creative Davids" who derive their strength from big ideas, rather than big budgets. - March 22, 2008 - atLarge, Inc.
Ray J and Parties in Indy with Distributors of Boutique Cognac, Marquis De Gensac
Indy Crowd enjoys limited quantity of boutique cognac while partying in Indy with artist Ray J. - March 21, 2008 - RidgeRunner Imports, LLC
Free Content Benefits Web Publishers, Bloggers, and Businesses
People are online to get information, especially when researching businesses, and the addition of quality articles is a proven method for engaging with site visitors in order to keep them from surfing away in search of more information. - March 21, 2008 - Falbe Publishing
New Association Focuses on Special Challenges of Memoir Writers - National Association of Memoir Writers Prepares to Launch Web Site
The National Association of Memoir Writers (NAMW) is opening its virtual doors soon and preparing to launch a new Web site geared toward the special challenges memoir writers face. - March 21, 2008 - Linda Joy Myers
New Blogs to Feast Your Eyes on
1.com.my has launched six blogs that seek to aid people who are involved in online businesses. Each blog contains information, tips, advices, and much more about the online business world. - March 21, 2008 - 1.com.my
Arbor Books is Proud to Announce the Release of the New Book "Rising Above the Influence" by Stephen Della Valle
DUIs, incriminating paparazzi photos, erratic public behavior—Hollywood handlers have found a convenient way to excuse the bad habits of their rich and famous clients: Send them to rehab. - March 20, 2008 - Arbor Books Inc.
PokerTime’s Lucky Private Tables
Saint Patrick made March the lucky green month for the Irish and is about to make it exclusively lucky for PokerTime players too. - March 20, 2008 - Fortune Lounge Group
Sound Authors Radio Show Announces March 21st, 2008 Show Lineup
World Talk Radio broadcasted on the Modavox network features Sound Authors, a live interview talk radio show. - March 20, 2008 - Sound Authors
Rick Moran Promoted to Head of Construction
Rick Moran has been named the Head of Construction for Spearmint Rhino Consulting Worldwide, Inc. - March 20, 2008 - Spearmint Rhino Consulting Worldwide, Inc.
Nationally Known Oregon Artist, Cristina Acosta, Represented by High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing of Central Oregon
High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing of Central Oregon announces the signing of a representation agreement with Nationally known Oregon Artist, Cristina Acosta. - March 19, 2008 - High Desert Gallery of Central Oregon
Former USA Soccer Captain Kristine Lilly to Speak at The Ridgefield Playhouse
The USA’s “Iron Woman,” Kristine Lilly became the first player in history, man or woman, to play in 200 soccer internationals when she played against Canada in the Nike U.S. Women’s Cup in 2000. The second all-time leading scorer and the all-time leader in minutes played,... - March 19, 2008 - Ridgefield Playhouse
"Tribute to Broadway" by the Connecticut Ballet at The Ridgefield Playhouse
Imagine. Dance numbers from some of the very best of Broadway—“Sweet Charity,” “Dancin’,” “Brigadoon,” “My One and Only,” “Carousel,” “The King and I” and “Singin’ in the Rain”—all together... - March 19, 2008 - Ridgefield Playhouse
Museum Store Staff Integral to Institution Success
By encouraging high standards of professional competence and conduct, the Museum Store Association (MSA) helps retail professionals in cultural institutions better serve their organizations and the public. - March 19, 2008 - Museum Store Association
Historic Typewriter from “Papa” Ernest Hemingway Up for Sale
Earnest "Papa" Hemingway’s manual Royal typewriter, circa 1940, still in its well-worn leather carrying case, will be for sale and on display in the Circa Savannah showroom at 42 E. Bay Street (next door to the historic Cotton Exchange). - March 18, 2008 - C. Savannah, LLC
Gary Sturgis to Co-Star in Chicago Pulaski Jones
Bad Guy Does a Funny - Gary Sturgis co-stars in Cedric the Entertainer's Directorial Debut written by Kel Mitchell and Janis Woody - March 18, 2008 - Gary Sturgis