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New Podcast Launch with Celebrity Star Lauren Ross
On “The Positive Culture Podcast by Lauren Ross Design,” the celebrity star and founder of Lauren Ross Design will explore a wide range of topics and questions on the quest for truth through positive self development, inviting millions of fans and listeners to join her on the journey to learn, grow (and have fun) along the way. - October 16, 2022 - Lauren Ross Design
The Youngest Rapper in the Music Industry, Zaina the Phenom, Releases "Time for School"
Zaina the Phenom tells her peers its "Time For School" in her latest record. Zaina is a six years old and from Seattle, Washington. Zaina first broke into the music industry at the age of four years old with her record "Watch Your Mouth". Both records tell her peers that respecting your parents is a must, going to school is cool, and being a good kid is a must. - October 14, 2022 - Zaina the Phenom
Just Released: 31st and Final Book in Epic "Journey to the West" Series of Easy-to-Read Chinese Novels
After five years of intensive work, the writing team of Jeff Pepper and Dr. Xiao Hui Wang have finally published their entire 31-volume series of graded readers based on the classic Chinese novel, "Journey to the West." This is the largest and most ambitious project ever undertaken to create a series of graded readers for people learning the Chinese language. - October 13, 2022 - Imagin8 Press
Screening of "Apache Girl" at The Wild Bunch Film Festival on Friday, October 21 at 6:30 PM; Galaxy Theater, Houghton Rd., Tucson, Arizona
"Apache Girl” is RicMel Production's 2nd film garnering 12 wins and 17 nominations worldwide on the film festival circuit. New York Tri-State International Film Festival gives "Apache Girl" a special recognition for Best Human Rights Film due to its story about indigenous... - October 13, 2022 - RicMel Productions L.L.C.
Screening of “Apache Girl” at The Shining Mountains Film Festival on Sunday, October 16 at 2:00 pm; Wheeler Opera House, Aspen, Colorado
"Apache Girl” is RicMel Production's 2nd film garnering 12 wins and 17 nominations worldwide on the film festival circuit. New York Tri-State International Film Festival gives "Apache Girl" a special recognition for Best Human Rights Film due to its story about indigenous... - October 13, 2022 - RicMel Productions L.L.C.
Sioux City Strangler Reveals New Single "Nobody Knows My Name"
Video for "Nobody Knows My Name" Accompanies Release. Modern reworking of "Sixteen Tons" by Tennessee Ernie Ford released as a bonus single. Sioux City Strangler: The Podcast is airing the final Season 1 episode on 10/25/2022. - October 12, 2022 - Past Due
The Fall 2022 Issue of P.O.W.E.R. Magazine (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) Celebrates Women Who “Do It All!”
P.O.W.E.R. Magazine’s fall 2022 issue celebrates the hard-working women who have mastered the delicate balancing act between work and home life. P.O.W.E.R. Magazine is a quarterly digital and print magazine featuring the women of P.O.W.E.R. members as well as celebrities and... - October 12, 2022 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
JASNA Southwest Announces 2022 Young Filmmakers Contest Winners; Contest Becomes Official Program of the Jane Austen Society of North America
Announcing the 2022 winners of The Jane Austen Society of North America's Southwest Region Young Filmmakers Contest. The contest encourages creative visual interpretation of Jane Austen and her novels. This year, the contest was adopted by JASNA to be a national program. Entry deadline for 2023 is August 28, 2023. - October 12, 2022 - Jane Austen Society of North America - Southwest Region
Paul W. Shaffer Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Publication
Paul W. Shaffer of Richmond, Texas has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2022 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of education/theatre. About Paul W. Shaffer Paul W. Shaffer is a teacher with the Katy... - October 11, 2022 - Strathmore Worldwide
The Last Gay Conservative Podcast Stands Up to the Liberal Narrative One Episode at a Time
The podcast aims to eliminate political stereotypes and drill down to the truth that the public deserves to know. - October 10, 2022 - Last Gay Conservative
United Pacific Industries to Showcase New Products and Two Classic Trucks at 2022 SEMA Show
The aftermarket industry leader returns to SEMA with a focus on classic trucks. - October 10, 2022 - United Pacific
Musical Expressions Performed on an Ancient Conch Shell
An album of musical tones from a large, ancient conch shell emphasizes an unusual and wide variety of tonal qualities that soothe the mind. David Frederick Hardy created “Conchiousness Vibrations” after rehearsing it in the Neumann Building Great Hall in Saratoga Springs, New York. He... - October 10, 2022 - David Frederick Hardy
The New Media Film Festival Heralds 13th Year Anniversary with Global Winners
Celebrating its 13th year as a place of growth and creation for all types of artists and media with announcements of this year’s global winners In Los Angeles. - October 10, 2022 - New Media Film Festival
The If You Could See Me Project Welcomes Brand New Podcaster to Fledgling Network
New podcast seeks to expand the If You Could See Me Project's reach for empowering, inspiring, radical content that takes shame off the table. - October 09, 2022 - If You Could See Me
Founder of Afghan Rock Band Unveils Solo Electronic Music Project
Sulyman Qardash, famous for founding the first rock band from Afghanistan, has recently announced he will be pursuing a solo electronic music project under the stage name Qardash. His new music will continue to draw inspiration from his punk rock roots, but will blend elements of electronica and synthwave. - October 08, 2022 - Sulyman Qardash
Filming Has Wrapped for Philly-Based Indie TV Pilot "The Kingfish"
Filming has been completed for the Philadelphia-based urban independent TV dramedy pilot "The Kingfish." The opening credits/intro will be developed by award-winning graphic designer Joshua Black of Philly-based Blackeye Soup. - October 08, 2022 - The Performance Lab No 33
Black Children’s Book Author Debuts New “Coco LaBon Kids” Online Store
Coco LaBon, children’s book author, is excited to announce the debut of her new online store and brand, Coco LaBon Kids. The store is scheduled to open on Saturday, October 8, 2022. Coco LaBon Kids is an extension of her children's books, and the online store will showcase many new custom... - October 07, 2022 - Coco LaBon Kids
Vivid Photo Archive of Eccentric Performing Artists in "DON'T MISS THIS!"
New Performing arts book released by Vaudevisuals Press. "DON'T MISS THIS! A DECADE OF ECCENTRIC PERFORMING ARTS." Photography by Jim R. Moore. - October 07, 2022 - Vaudevisuals Press
Patricia L. Blake Honored as a Distinguished Retiree by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Publication
Patricia L. Blake of Yerington, Nevada has been honored as a Distinguished Retiree by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Publication for her outstanding achievements in the field of law enforcement. About Patricia L. Blake Patricia L. Blake is a retired police lieutenant for the Los... - October 07, 2022 - Strathmore Worldwide
Youth Performance Company Names New Artistic Director Upon Retirement of Founder Jacie Knight
Award-Winning Creator Maya Washington Returns “Home” to Lead the Organization. After a national search, Youth Performance Company (YPC) is thrilled to announce that multidisciplinary creator Maya Washington is taking the helm as the organization’s Artistic Director. Founder Jacie... - October 06, 2022 - Youth Performance Company
Issue 12 Vampyre Magazine: AMC + Anne Rice Interview with the Vampire
Vampyre Magazine announced its 12th issue featuring exclusive interviews with lead makeup artists and costume designer from AMC+ new show, Anne Rice’s Interview With The Vampire. Also included are interviews with Lily Anderson, Author of BIG BAD, a newly released novel put out by Disney with... - October 06, 2022 - Vampyre Magazine LLC
Ridin' with Willy, Season 1, Now Streaming on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google, Amazon and iHeart
Season 1 of Ridin' With Willy... a be careful what you share in a RideShare reality podcast now streaming on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon, iHeart and more. Hit Nashville songwriter William Kitchens conducts fun and candid interviews on RideShare rides in and around Nashville. A mix of locals and celebrities share crazy stories not initially knowing they are being recorded. - October 06, 2022 - pod615
"Who Hijacked My Fairy Tale?" One Woman Show Coming to Sheboygan, WI, November 19
Hilarious and heartwarming one-woman show coming to Sheboygan, Wisconsin, for one night only. Lots of laughter and a heartwarming message. - October 05, 2022 - Swanson Speaks, Inc.
UFO PR House Opens New Showroom in Los Angeles
UFO PR House Newly Opened Showroom Invoking Visibility and Conversation for Up-Coming Brands and International Designers. - October 05, 2022 - UFO PR House
The Writer's Life Podcast Begins Sponsorship Search
The autobiographical podcast is looking for long-term partnerships with sponsors. - October 05, 2022 - TheYearOfMyLifeVR.com
Chalda Maloff Rising Curtain: Digital Paintings and Aquatints
Chalda Maloff Rising Curtain: Digital Paintings and Aquatints Exhibition Dates: October 4 - 29, 2022 Reception: Thursday, October 6 | 6 - 8 pm Location: Ceres Gallery, 547 W27th St., Suite 201, New York, NY 10001 Contact: Stefany Benson, Director Ceres Gallery is pleased to present Rising Curtain:... - October 04, 2022 - Chalda Maloff
LHG Meat-A-Thon Challenges Participants to Eat 26 Ounces of Meat
The Heritage Corridor Business Alliance announced the inaugural LHG Meat-A-Thon, taking place on Sunday, November 13. The event is an eating challenge, where participants will visit 13 different stations (restaurants, food trucks, pop-ups) in Downtown Lemont, IL that are each serving a different two-ounce sampling of meat – including a hamburger slider, pulled pork, chili, a taco, and more. - September 30, 2022 - Heritage Corridor Business Alliance
Blue Shark Vodka Named Among Best Domestic Vodkas at Fifty Best Competition
Blue Shark Vodka was recently named among the best vodkas in the U.S. at The Fifty Best competition. In its premier year of the consumer-based competition, Blue Shark Vodka was awarded a gold medal and was the only vodka in North Carolina to receive a designation. The Fifty Best is unbiased guide to wine and spirits for those with epicurean tastes. - September 30, 2022 - Daytoon, Inc.
Klaus P. Fischer, Ph.D. Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Publication
Klaus P. Fischer, Ph.D. of Lompoc, California has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2022 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for his outstanding contributions and achievements in education. About Klaus P. Fischer, PH.D. Klaus P. Fischer, Ph.D. is a cultural historian of... - September 30, 2022 - Strathmore Worldwide
P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) Introduces Special Travel Club
The Long Island-based women’s empowerment organization, P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized), kicked off its newly-formed Travel Club in Italy this September. Although, P.O.W.E.R. is headquartered on Long Island, the organization has members from all over... - September 30, 2022 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Viki B. Zarkin Recognized as a Mentor of the Year for 2022 by P.O.W.E.R.(Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)
Viki B. Zarkin of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania has been recognized as a Mentor of the Year for 2022 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and great success in the fields of motivational speaking and life coaching. AboutT Viki B. - September 29, 2022 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Jenae M. Baines Celebrated as an Honored Member by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)
Jenae M. Baines of Wilson, North Carolina is celebrated as an Honored Member by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding achievements and contributions in the field of entertainment. About Jenae M. Baines Jenae M. Baines is a singer, songwriter,... - September 29, 2022 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
ALS Therapy Development Institute Announces Superior Rail & Iron Works, Inc. as First Title Sponsor of White Coat Affair Gala
Superior Rail & Iron Works, Inc. will be the first Title Sponsor of the White Coat Affair gala, being held on October 15, 2022, at the Boston Sheraton to raise funds for ALS research. - September 28, 2022 - ALS Therapy Development Institute
OddsTrader.com Enhances User Experience with Proposition Betting Capabilities
Overdrive Marketing, Inc. announced today the launch of NFL Proposition Betting to its US-focused sports handicapping portal OddsTrader.com. The OddsTrader app and website will now offer Player Props, Game Props and Player Futures to its users. “Prop bets add another level of excitement and... - September 28, 2022 - Overdrive Marketing, Inc.
Beach Loan Services Announced Updated Musical Instrument Inventory and Services
Shopping for the holidays will be in full swing soon. School is in session and there will be social events and concerts to attend. With the announcement by Beach Loan Services, customers have a new option to obtain a quality musical instrument. - September 28, 2022 - Beach Loan Services & Pawn
International Ballet Stars to Perform in Hershey, PA
A gala performance of internationally renowned ballet stars from the world’s leading ballet companies, A Night of Stars comes to historic Hershey Theatre, Hershey, PA, on Sat. Oct. 8, 2022, at 7:00 p.m. Visit hersheytheatre.com for tickets. - September 27, 2022 - Pennsylvania Ballet Academy
Minneapolis' Only 24 Hour Restaurant Relocates and Expands to Include a Drag Venue, Craft Cocktail Lounge and 2 Outdoor Patios
The Nicollet Diner has transformed the once iconic Ichiban Japanese Steakhouse downtown Minneapolis into their modern take on the classic 24 hour diner, a new drag venue and a craft cocktail lounge in Nicollet Mall. The grand opening of the new drag venue, Roxy's Cabaret is Saturday, October 1 with a cocktail reception at 5:30 PM in the craft cocktail lounge, On the RoX and a drag show in the Cabaret at 7PM with limited availability for press. - September 27, 2022 - The Nicollet Diner
Paramount COO Susana Sala to Deliver Keynote at Miami Web Fest 2022
Miami Web Fest announces that the keynote speaker for the event's 2022 awards ceremony gala is Susana Sala, Chief Operating Officer for Paramount Networks Southern Europe, Latin America, Middle East & Africa. Sala will share insights from her inspiring career for emerging content creators in... - September 27, 2022 - Miami Web Fest
Introducing Okfans - The Newest Platform for Content Creators
The uncensored online social network gives content creators the chance to start their own subscription businesses, selling their videos, photos, music, or live-streamed content to their passionate fans. - September 26, 2022 - Okfans
Urijah Faber’s A1 Combat Expands Into Southern California
UFC Hall of Famer turned promoter Urijah Faber has steered his new promotion Urijah Faber’s A1 Combat into the Southern California market. Their first LA show, Urijah Faber’s A1 Combat 6 Talbott VS Jimenez is scheduled for Saturday October 22 at the Commerce Casino. “It’s a... - September 25, 2022 - Firepower Promotions
Sitka Music Festival Presents Simply Three as Part of Alaska Airlines’ Autumn Classics
The Sitka Music Festival is pleased to present YouTube phenomenon, Simply Three as part of the second week of Alaska Airlines’ Autumn Classics in Sitka and Anchorage. Simply Three has a dedicated fan base of almost 1.5 million YouTube subscribers from their covers of music by artists such as Avicii, Adele, Bastille, Coldplay, One Republic, Michael Jackson, The Beatles, Journey, Queen and more. - September 25, 2022 - Sitka Music Festival
Cobblestone 8.1 Released with New Dashboard and 360+ Updates
Transient Path announces the release of Cobblestone 8.1 Casino Management System with a new dashboard interface utilizing the latest browser technologies to increase speed and ease of use as well as over 360 new features and updates. The new dashboard provides a selection tile describing what each... - September 25, 2022 - Transient Path
The Heigl Foundation's Dog Adoption Fair in Long Beach is Coming Up. Help Clear the Animal Shelters.
The Jason Heigl Foundation is hosting their first Heigl Hounds of Hope Halloween Harvest Adoption Fair. The event will be in Long Beach, CA on Saturday, October 22, 2022. There will be 75+ dogs available for immediate adoption. The event begins at 10am and will end at 3pm. It will be located at the Gelson's Market parking lot at 6255 2nd St., Long Beach, CA 90803. - September 23, 2022 - Jason Debus Heigl Foundation
Sandra Brown, S.A. Cosby, Nelson DeMille, Morgan Entrekin and Kotaro Isaka Headline The Strand Critics Awards Winners
S.A. Cosby, Kotaro Isaka, Nelson DeMille, Sandra Brown and Morgan Entrekin took home the top awards via a virtual ceremony held this week. - September 22, 2022 - The Strand
Hip Hop Icon Introduces Caribbean Carnival Experience to Riverdale
Hip Hop Icon Chubb Rock and his crew of Weekend Warriors have collaborated with Gotta Have Events to produce an exclusive Caribbean Carnival experience at the Amphitheater at Riverdale Town Center on October 16, 2022 called Gotta Have Carnival. The event carded to start at 3pm, includes a full cultural immersion with Caribbean food, alcohol tastings and performances by sought after soca music artistes from the islands. - September 22, 2022 - 2BKaribbean
It's Cold Blooded
This feature film (bio pic) will encompass the life and music career of the late artist, Rick James. - September 21, 2022 - Ascended Motion Pictures
Glen Burnie, MD Playwright is Winning in Writing, Producing and Directing to Being Published Internationally
Angela Wilson's critically acclaimed stage play, Tears of the Soul, which premiered at the Chesapeake Arts Center in 2018 and has been very well received by audiences, has recently been published and licensed by Heuer Publishing. Angela Wilson is also a State Regional Award winner for literary arts awarded by the Maryland State Arts Council. - September 21, 2022 - The AngelWing Project, Inc.
The Nevermore Haunt Returns for Its 6th Halloween Season with Brand New Scenes and Scares
The Nevermore Haunt, Baltimore’s most terrifying haunted attraction, is excited to announce that it will be returning for its 6th season starting Friday September 30, 2022. After having expanded the event last season, The Nevermore Haunt team has been hard at work expanding their staff and... - September 21, 2022 - The Nevermore Haunt
"The Kingfish," an Independent Television/Web Series Pilot to Film in Philadelphia, PA
"The Kingfish," an independently-produced TV series pilot has completed casting and will begin filming in Philadelphia the last week of September. - September 21, 2022 - The Performance Lab No 33
Musotica Launches Its Latest Cosplay Costume Collection for Halloween 2022
With Halloween fast approaching, Musotica has launched their latest Halloween collection for 2022, taking inspiration from Cosplay costumes and famed looks worldwide. The latest cosplay Halloween collection by Musotica is centred around popular culture. It takes its influence from comic book... - September 21, 2022 - Musotica Wear