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Visional Supports Immersive Activation at 2022 Special Olympics Games
To project manage one of the largest activations ever produced on the ESPN’s Wide World of Sports campus, the 2022 Special Olympics USA Games organizers turned to Visional, a multidisciplinary experience focused creative production agency based in Atlanta, Georgia. Visional is serving as the... - June 07, 2022 - Visional
Videomaker Louis Lopez Releases the Second Episode of "Where’s Jennifer?"
YouTuber Louis Lopez makes an investigative YouTube series on the disappearance of Jennifer Kesse. - June 07, 2022 - OTownsWorldsFinest
Dancehall Artist Jay-5Flow to Release “DNA” Album
Jamaican dancehall and reggae recording artist Omar Craig Forsythe (aka, Jay-5Flow) is set to release his latest album, “DNA,” on November 22, 2022. - June 06, 2022 - Jay-5Flow
2022 Leo Awards Nomination: British Columbia Film Editor "Elated" with Nomination for Best Picture Editing Feature Length Documentary
Film Editor Dakota Morton is very happy these days. "Just to be nominated, I'm elated." Dakota is a 2022 BC Leo Award nominee for his film editing on "Precious Leader Woman." Dakota's nomination, “Best Film Editor, Feature Length Documentary,” for "Precious... - June 06, 2022 - Dakota Morton
Kyss Major Releases Second Single "Better Than You" Produced by Rhythm D
NWA producer Rhythm D teams up with Kyss Major on the Second Single from her Wisdom Speaks EP scheduled for a Fall/Winter 22 release. - June 06, 2022 - Kyss Major
Tom Veys Arrives from Belgium to Accept the 2022 Valentin Krustev Translation Award at Special Poetry Event at the New London Public Library, July 9 at 1:00
This award celebrates the life of Valentine Krustev, who, before his untimely death was a great help and support to William Meredith and the Foundation. The award will be presented to the Belgian poet and visual artist, Tom Veys, for PANDEMIE, a translation into Dutch of the poet, Richard Harteis. - June 06, 2022 - The William Meredith Foundation
Vampyre Magazine Issue 11
Vampyre Magazine announced its 11th issue featuring exclusive interviews with major Vampire Pop Culture icons Juliet Landau & Ville Valo of the band HIM sigings of the issue with Juliet Landau will take place at Bar Sinister in Los Angeles, CA on June 25th at 10pm and Dark Delicacies in... - June 06, 2022 - Vampyre Magazine LLC
Sidekick Productions is Producing Their First Feature Film, the World’s First Queer, Fat-Positive Horror Film – And You Can Help
From the mind of Joshua R. Pangborn, creator of the queer hits Skeleton Crew and Demon Doctor, comes A Taste of Youth, co-directed by Pangborn and NBC’s The Voice’s Nakia. - June 05, 2022 - SideKick Productions
COVID Isolation Turns to Madness in "Candyman" Writer-Director Bernard Rose's Latest Bunuelian Satire
Reuniting with Tony Todd, Rose deftly characterizes bourgeoisie life in Los Angeles at a moment of extreme crisis. Funny and frightening in equal measure, "Traveling Light" makes its theatrical debut at the Laemmle NoHo 7 on June 10. - June 03, 2022 - Xenon Pictures
San Francisco Black Film Festival XXIV Continues "Healing the World One Film at a Time" - June 16-19, 2022 in Celebration of Black Music Month & Juneteenth
The San Francisco Black Film Festival gets underway, June 16-19, 2022, affirming its founding philosophy, "Healing the World One Film at A Time" amid headlines of violence against humanity. - June 03, 2022 - San Francisco Black Film Festival
Southern California’s Most Diverse City is Invited to Play Inside a Pop-Up City Made of Giant Adult-Sized Building Blocks
For the Getty’s 25th Anniversary, Southern California’s most diverse city will host a giant pop-up art installation during the third of ten community festivals to take place this summer in honor of the Getty’s 25th Anniversary. - June 02, 2022 - Daniela Soberman
Stranger Things Newcomer Plays Eleven’s Predecessor Ten
Christian Ganiere Dominates the First 8-minutes, and Guest Stars in 4 of 8 Initial Chapters of Season 4. - June 01, 2022 - Christian Ganiere
Rhonda Shear Joins Cast of The Throwback
Actress/Comedian/Lingerie Designer Rhonda Shear plays a mix of Zen and Glam with her character Teri Simon in The Throwback, a new film by Mario Garcia in production now in Tampa, Florida. - June 01, 2022 - Shear Enterprises, LLC
Embracing Diversity Through the Culinary Arts, Music, and Culture
Join Miami-Dade Vice Chairman Oliver Gilbert, III, the Hungry Black Man, the Center for Black Innovation, and the City of Miami Beach for the 2nd Annual Juneteenth Food and Wine Festival which showcases the culinary skills and creations of some of the nation’s most celebrated black chefs and culinary artists. Attendees will have food encounters with chefs like Carla Hall, Marcus Samuelsson, Robert Butts, Christian Bell, Andrew Lloyd, Kris Kofi, Raheem Saley, Troy Tingling and Deborah VanTrece. - June 01, 2022 - The Center for Black Innovation
Marcus Ex Releases New Single "We Lost the Song" on All Music Platforms
Music Artist Marcus Ex Releases a new Single, "We Lost the Song" on all streaming platforms. - June 01, 2022 - Marcus Ex
Strathmore's Who's Who Publication Celebrates New Members
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide of Farmingdale, New York, celebrates their newest members who will be included in their next edition for their contributions and achievements in the many fields listed. About New Members Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide is pleased to... - June 01, 2022 - Strathmore Worldwide
Faster Action Figure! Kill! Kill! - Tura Satana Gets Immortalized as Toy
“One of Tura’s wishes was for someone to create an action figure of her in full Varla mode,” says Siouxzan Perry, CEO of Tura Satana Inc., in announcing White Elephant Toyz and PlaidStallions.com will produce the first officially licensed Tura Satana action figure. In full Varla mode. - June 01, 2022 - PlaidStallions
Casting Workbook Launches "The Green Room" with Natasha Gargiulo
In Partnership with former Entertainment Tonight Canada Reporter and Host of "The Working Actor" Natasha Gargiulo, Casting Workbook has launched its new original content series - "The Green Room." Announcement Highlights • Through a partnership with Natasha Gargiulo,... - May 31, 2022 - Casting Workbook
Brian Reveals Media Presents: The Dynamite Network, a Media Production & Broadcasting Company, Announce Talent & Production Content Search for Fall/Winter 2022 Launch
The Dynamite Network, a subsidiary of Brian Reveals Media, today announces a talent and media production search for artists and creatives for the fall/winter 2022 launch. Dynamite is seeking independent and established talent to submit high quality content in an effort to create a centralized hub... - May 31, 2022 - The Dynamite Network
Cardplayer Lifestyle to Host Mixed Game Festival II at Resorts World Las Vegas
Cardplayer Lifestyle's second Mixed Game Festival will be held from June 12-16 at Resorts World Las Vegas, offering low-stakes poker players the opportunity to win a PokerStars Live Event Package, free poker merchandise, and multiple poker book signings with top poker champions. Cash games will be running 24/7 throughout the festival, which is slated to deliver excellent value for low-limit recreational poker players. - May 30, 2022 - Cardplayer Lifestyle
Podcaster Details Lessons Learned Through the Marshall Fire
Local podcaster, Sandra Thomas-Comenole, releases new season of the Behavioral Economics in Marketing podcast detailing lessons learned through the Marshall Fire in Boulder, Colorado. "Lessons From the Fire, Season 5 of the Behavioral Economics in Marketing podcast will be dedicated to those... - May 30, 2022 - Behavioral Economics in Marketing Podcast
Local Authors Kim Childress and Barbara Herndon Among Guests Slated for Reading Rocks in Rockford 2022 Annual Book Event at Krause Memorial Library
Reading Rocks in Rockford celebrates the love of reading and Michigan authors and illustrators of books for all ages in Author's Row. Local authors Kim Childress and Barbara Herndon team to share and sign children's books including Herndon's latest picture book, You're the Hugs to My Kisses, and Find Your Future In Art, by Childress. - May 28, 2022 - Childress Ink
Aaron Klusman with Rivulet Media Announces a New 10-Acre Mixed Use Production Studio to be Headquartered at Phoenix's Iconic Union Station
Rivulet Media’s co-founder and chairman/CEO Aaron Klusman recently acquired Phoenix’s iconic Union Station to celebrate the building’s upcoming 100th year anniversary and to ensure the proper redevelopment and preservation of the historic landmark. Phoenix Union Station was built... - May 28, 2022 - Rivulet Media
First Frontline to Front Row Hero Ticket Recipients Named
Inaugural Front Row Heroes Literally a “Couple” of Heroes. - May 27, 2022 - FrontRowHero.com
"What I Want My Children to Know Before I Die" - New Book Written by Man Who Watched His Mom Die When He Was Eight Years Old
As an eight-year old boy, EksAyn Anderson, watched his mom die. From it, he learned how strong a parent's influence really is. EksAyn Anderson's book, "What I Want My Children to Know Before I Die," recounts the death of his mother and also has advice for his children, advice he hopes will benefit others. - May 27, 2022 - EksAyn Anderson
New Jersey Country Artist Southpaw Nominated for Two National Music Awards
New Jersey-based country trio Southpaw has been nominated for two Josie Music Awards, and announces the release of their next single. - May 27, 2022 - Southpaw
IlliniGuys.com Teams Up with the Illini Guardians as the New Name, Image & Likeness Initiative Kicks Off with a Large Crowd at the Sold-Out Fundraising Event
IlliniGuys.com, an independent multimedia sports portal launched by media, sports, business and legal professionals with more than 100 years of collective experience, announces, today, its collaboration with the Illini Guardians. On May 23, 2022, more than 300 Fighting Illini fans, coaches and... - May 26, 2022 - LMBC Sports, LLC dba IlliniGuys
Douglas Bell’s Debut Novel, “Cake Walk,” Receives Praise from Transgender Readers
Riveting story of authentic love, loss, and family with an underlying message that confronts conformity and promotes radical self-acceptance. - May 26, 2022 - Douglas Bell Books
The PAWS NY 2022 Annual Spring Benefit Raises $60,500 with Support from Community and Dedicated Volunteers
130 People Came Together at the Monarch Rooftop to Raise Funds and Awareness for People and Pets in Need. - May 26, 2022 - PAWS NY
Choreographer & Mentor Andye J Joins Monsters of HipHop in New Expanded Role
Monsters of HipHop is thrilled and honored to announce that Monsters Show Alumni and current AList Faculty member Andye J has joined the team in an expanded role. In addition to teaching in select Monsters cities, Andye will take on the position of Program Support Coordinator. In this role, she... - May 26, 2022 - Monsters Dance Conventions
Feast it Forward & Podopolo Announce Unique Game Changing Partnership
Feast it Forward and Podopolo are proud to announce a unique partnership that brings content to life as fully interactive and experiential, combining Feast's unique "influencer playground" featuring six state-of-the-art studios and stages, wine tastings, and experiential marketing... - May 25, 2022 - Feast it Forward
Judson Press Book Examines Cultural Impact on Youth Faith Formation in Congregations
Faith Formation and Christian Education experts Dr. Carmichael Crutchfield and Dr. Denise Janssen collaborate to provide a research-based, practical resource to aid faith communities seeking improved relevance and relationship with African American youth. Based upon research and personal... - May 25, 2022 - Judson Press
It is Official, the Cheerleading Teal Empire, Cheer Extreme, is Coming to Florida
Cheer Extreme is coming to Florida. Cheer Extreme's newest location will be located in Boynton Beach, Florida. Flip City All-Stars, an already established, successful cheerleading program, has combined forces with Cheer Extreme to create Cheer Extreme Florida. This location will be the first and... - May 25, 2022 - Cheer Extreme Florida
Living Advantage, Inc. Hosts "Mixer That Matters" for Foster Youth with Celebrity Guests in Beverly Hills
LA, Inc. will be hosting a fundraiser, "The Mixer that Matters" on May 26th in honor of Foster Youth Month to specifically celebrate the resilient young people in the Foster Care system, hosted by Chad L. Coleman, actor on the award-winning series The Walking Dead. Representatives and... - May 25, 2022 - Living Advantage Inc.
The Romanian Film Festival Returns to Washington, D.C.
The Embassy of Romania, in partnership with the Romanian Cultural Institute, and Miracle Theatre, are announcing the return of the 3rd edition of the Romanian Film Festival in D.C., which starts on June 3 and runs through June 19 at the Miracle Theatre in Capitol Hill. - May 25, 2022 - Romanian Film Festival DC
Catholic Education Foundation of Louisville Launches First-Ever Bourbon Raffle
17 Rare Bourbons will be Raffled in 5 Lots including Pappy Van Winkle 15, 20, and 23. - May 25, 2022 - Catholic Education Foundation
Hollywood, Health & Society Announces Contest Call for Script Entries That Envision a Better Future
Five Fellowships of $7,500 Each & One Grand Prize of $20,000 Will be Awarded - May 24, 2022 - Hollywood, Health & Society
Prequel to the Critically Acclaimed Graphic Novel Series "Sons of Fate," Now on Indiegogo
The critically acclaimed graphic novel series, "Sons of Fate," has been followed up by a one-shot prequel story titled, "My Deady Beloved." Created, written, and drawn by independent comics creator Jean-Paul Deshong and published through Blackberryjuice publishing, "My Deadly Beloved" is a tale of tale of honor, deception, and revenge wrapped in a love story during the warring states in feudal Japan. Now, live on Indiegogo with exclusive content. - May 24, 2022 - Blackberryjuice Publishing
Irio's Book Discusses How Humans Can Adapt to Remain Unique and Distinctive in a Future Shared with 10 Billion Other People, Plus Robots
"2050: The Singular Human Era" is now available for purchase in all major digital bookstores. The book is Rafael Irio's latest piece of content dedicated to helping readers adapt to the rapidly changing digital world. Irio aims to provide a new perspective of the future where people and... - May 24, 2022 - Rafael Irio LLC
Bethany Arts Community Presents IMPACT 2022: Art That Bears Witness an Exhibition in Bethany Art Community's Galleries May 20 – June 30
Bethany Arts Community presents IMPACT 2022: Art that Bears Witness presents the work of a diverse group of artists working in a wide variety of media that challenge us to (re)consider some of society's toughest issues. - May 24, 2022 - Bethany Arts Community
Fan-Favorite Amy Rosado Announces Entry for Miss Florida USA Beauty Pageant
Amy Rosado, a fan-favorite within past local pageant events, has announced her entry for the Miss Florida USA beauty pageant. Currently, Rosado holds the title of Miss Central Delray Beach USA and now plans to work her way up in the pageant world after her recent win. If Rosado wins the title of... - May 23, 2022 - Amy Rosado
Clip Studio Paint DEBUT Offered to pixiv Premium Members Refreshed Now with Multi-Device Support
Celsys is offering Clip Studio Paint DEBUT to paying “pixiv Premium” members of the social art service, pixiv, operated by pixiv Inc. - May 23, 2022 - Celsys Inc.
Judy Garland's 100th Birthday Bash Introducing Debbie Wileman
It’s the worldwide celebration of the 100th Birthday of one of the Greatest Performers of our time, starring overnight internet sensation Debbie Wileman in an uncanny recreation of the sound of Judy Garland. Wileman has gained over 1 million online views for her spot-on recreation of Judy Garland and she is now, direct from London, onstage to dazzle Judy’s fans as well as her new followers. Fresh off her newest album release, “I’m Still Here” orchestrated, conducted & produced by Steve Orich. - May 20, 2022 - Stander Group Inc.
P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) Announces Their New Women of Empowerment Members
P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) announces their newest Women of Empowerment members who are recognized for their high level of contribution to the many fields and industries listed below. About The Newest Women of Empowerment Members P.O.W.E.R. - May 20, 2022 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
OTT Pipeline Network, Aperteur, by Production and Marketing Firm Starbaby Enterprises Launches with Debut Event at Haswell Greens
Aperteur is a new OTT platform aimed at bridging the gap between creatives and decision-makers in the entertainment industry. Led by Starbaby Enterprises’s Jordan Elizabeth Gelber CEO and Founder, the platform has created a virtual ecosystem where content creators can confidently share their... - May 20, 2022 - Honeysuckle Magazine
Renowned Writer Jay Christian, Turned Publisher Talks About His New Online Famous in Hollywood Magazine
A new celebrity online magazine that’s filling the void and focused for Gen Xers & Baby Boomer readers. - May 20, 2022 - Famous In Hollywood Magazine
Sound Mind Network Music Festival at Bally's Atlantic City Announces Line-Up June 26, 2022
Philadelphia-Based Non-Profit Sound Mind Network Proudly Presents the First Annual Sound Mind Network Music Festival - May 19, 2022 - Sound Mind Network
Tris Imboden, Former Drummer for Chicago and Kenny Loggins, Launches Yacht Rock Band. Tris Imboden Yacht Stars is a World Class Group of Musicians.
Tris Imboden Yacht Stars are a world class group of musicians performing hits from the Yacht Rock Genre. They are known around the world for their recordings and sharing the stage with Yacht Rock favorites such as Kenny Loggins, Michael McDonald, Christopher Cross, Philip Bailey, Al Jarreau, Boz Scaggs, Chicago, John Oates and more. The group of musicians were instrumental in helping to create the genre known today as Yacht Rock. Their first performance is June 11, La Costa, Carlsbad, CA. - May 19, 2022 - Tris Imboden Yacht Stars
La Roca FC Expands Association with RSL
La Roca Futbol Club increases frequency of events and interactions with Real Salt Lake - May 18, 2022 - La Roca Futbol Club
Clubhouse International Joins Second "Mental Health Action Day" Aims to Motivate People to Take Action for Better Mental Health
Setting the theme of "Connection," more than 1,400 companies and organizations will launch calls to action to address the surge of loneliness and isolation felt by millions as a result of the pandemic. - May 18, 2022 - Clubhouse International