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Athletes of All Ages and Disciplines Head to AL Gulf Coast for Multiple Events

The Alabama Gulf Coast will host the a triathlon on Saturday, September 19th and a soccer tournament on the 19th and 20th. - September 11, 2009 - Alabama Gulf Coast Sports Commission

Alla Kosarevskaya to Display Marquetry Veneers Composed of Wood and Metals in Idiosyncratic Expressions at Agora Gallery

Inventing an entirely unique form of artwork, Alla Kosarevskaya, adeptly melds the worlds of high art with exquisite craftsmanship in every breathtaking piece. At first glance, Kosarevskaya’s works appear as graphic, monochromatic paintings, but, upon further inspection, each reveals its true complexity and astounding construction. - September 11, 2009 - Agora Gallery

East Tennessee to Host Professional Lumberjack Championships

Wears Valley in Sevier county Tn. is nestled deep in the Great Smoky Mountains. This October 17-18 lumberjacks from all over the country will be competing here for over $10,000 in cash and prizes. The Competition is part of the larger "Sawin in the Smokies" Fall Festival which will have; games, BBQ, Arts & crafts, Demonstrations and live music headlined by 3 time National Banjo champion Gary "Biscuit" Davis. - September 11, 2009 - Smoky Mountain LumberJack Championships

The Marsh is Proud to Host the International Czech Theater Festival, a Series of Four New Plays Developed in the Famous Physical Theater Tradition of the Czech Republic

The plays are Flush (James Donlon & Howard Lotker); Albert’s Fear (Vojta Svejda); Polaris (Vojta Svejda & Jan Benes-McGradie) and Brick Circk (Stevo Capko). This is an abbreviated on-line version of the press release. For the complete press release, email diana@themarsh.org. - September 10, 2009 - The Marsh

Turn On Records Indie Artist Antoine Smith - Teen Youth Jazz/Alternative/World Composer and Musician

Turn On Records new indie artist, Antoine Smith is a gifted young jazz/alternative/world composer and keyboardist. - September 10, 2009 - Turn On Records

Pirates Invade the West End

Party Like a Pirate: Island Party in the West End, Saturday, September 19, 2009 (National Talk Like a Pirate Day) 11:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m. - September 08, 2009 - West End Association

Tutu School Will Dance Across the Golden Gate to Open Larkspur Location

San Francisco’s favorite place for tots and twirling kids announces the grand opening of its Marin County studio just in time for the 2009 school year. - September 06, 2009 - Tutu School

Pleasure Island Caps Off Summer String of USSSA Events with Final Baseball Tournament

The USSSA Gulf Coast Border Wars Baseball Tournament is set for September 12-13, 2009 at the Orange Beach Sportsplex. - September 06, 2009 - Alabama Gulf Coast Sports Commission

Spend a Gay Sunday at ZSL London Zoo

Sunday 20th September 2009 - 12.00pm – 5.00pm - For the fifth time running ZSL London Zoo will be hosting the most flamboyant event of the year…Gay Sunday. - September 06, 2009 - ZSL London Zoo

New England Fan Experience 2009

An annual non-profit volunteer-run convention held in Boston, Massachusetts. This year's featured celebrities include Leonard Nimoy, Gareth David-Lloyd, James Hong, Corin Nemec, Arron Dismuke, John De Lancie, and Sonny Strait. Writers and artists include Wen Spencer and Bettina Kurkoski. Gaming guests are Vicarious Visions, Science and Technology guest is the robot Aexeous and his creator, Joe Silva. - September 05, 2009 - New England Fan Experience

Plano Balloon Festival Hits the Streets Before Taking Flight

Organizers of the 2009 EDS Credit Union Plano Balloon Festival launched an area-wide mobile outdoor advertising campaign to promote awareness for the upcoming annual event on September 18, 19 and 20. - September 02, 2009 - Radius Mobile Media, LLC

Free Concerts in the West End

Free and Live! Are there any better words to hear in the same sentence as concert? West End Association's merchant members have joined together to support the return of free concerts to Dallas' West End. Concerts will take place every Friday night September through October with music ranging from Indie and Classic Rock to Country and Big Band Party. Attendance is expected to top 500 each week. - September 01, 2009 - West End Association

London Creative Competition Awards

The London International Creative Competition, LICC, is pleased, for the second consecutive year, to announce the 2009 finalists and shortlists of their annual competition on September 6 in Soho, London. - August 29, 2009 - London International Creative Competition

Mighty Crown Adds Barrington Levy and Surprise Artists to Sold-Out Show in Japan

Japanese Reggae group and DJs Mighty Crown has added Reggae superstar Barrington Levy to Yokohama Reggae SAI, their sold-out, annual Reggae concert in Yokohama, Japan. More than 40,000 people are slated to attend the epic event on Saturday, September 5. - August 29, 2009 - Irish and Chin, Inc.

Opportunity for Businesses to Help Children's Charity

Businesses ordering holiday and/or greeting cards can now help a children’s charity at the same time. Cards for Causes will donate 20% of the cost of their greeting cards to the Casey Cares Foundation, a non-profit that provides programs for critically ill children and their families. Just go to: www.cardsforcauses.com, click “Select a Cause” and under Health, choose: Casey Cares Foundation. - August 28, 2009 - Casey Cares Foundation

ZSL Condemns Tiger Murder | Poachers Kill Endangered Tiger in Jambi Zoo, Indonesia

The Zoological Society of London (ZSL) is calling for further enforcement to protect Sumatran tigers, after a female tiger that had formerly been part of a conservation project run by ZSL was slaughtered at Jambi Zoo for her body parts. - August 27, 2009 - ZSL London Zoo

Pleasure Island Prepares to Welcome Expanded Triathlon Weekend as Event Registration Opens

The Brett-Robinson Alabama Coastal Triathlon and the new Coastal “Tri-It-On” Triathlon are set for Saturday, September 19, 2009 in Gulf Shores, Ala. - August 26, 2009 - Alabama Gulf Coast Sports Commission

Clockwork Salon Presents the Bay Area’s First Ottoman Empire Steampunk Event

Clockwork Salon Society, Ltd. presents a Steampunk fundraiser: The Indescribable Delights of the Clockwork Caliphate ~ An Arabian Night. The Salon promises to be a decadent evening of sumptuous Moroccan feasting and delightful entertainments in a Steampunked grand Ottoman Empire style. - August 25, 2009 - Clockwork Salon Society, Ltd.

castaneda/reiman at DCKT Contemporary September 10 - October 11

DCKT Contemporary is pleased to present a new installation by castaneda/reiman, sculptures of paintings of places we’ve never been, using the artists' combined personal collection of landscape paintings as both material and catalyst. - August 22, 2009 - DCKT Contemporary

Called Out MMA Delivers Top Tier MMA Action at Called Out Fights

In only it’s second profession mixed martial arts event, Called Out MMA proved yet again why the upstart promotion is a force to be reckoned with in mixed martial arts. Called Out’s August 15th event faced some stiff competition for the attention of the MMA viewing public, with the much... - August 21, 2009 - Called Out MMA

Its Official - Monkeys Can do A-Levels | ZSL London Zoo

… and it looks like it would be A*s all round for ZSL London Zoo’s bright Bolivian squirrel monkeys. - August 20, 2009 - ZSL London Zoo

The Tourist Trap : Galapagos Victim of Its Own Success : ZSL Institute of Zoology

Mosquitoes with the potential to carry diseases lethal to many unique species of Galapagos wildlife are being regularly introduced to the islands via aircraft, according to new research published today. The southern house mosquito, Culex quinquefasciatus, was previously thought to have been introduced to the Galapagos in a one-off event in the mid-1980s. - August 20, 2009 - ZSL London Zoo

Putting the Kids Back in the Spotlight

Kids In The Spotlight Inc presents A Night of Entertainment with all proceeds going to Kids In The Spotlight- a not for profit organization which provides film training for foster and under-privileged youth. - August 20, 2009 - Kids In The Spotlight

The Marsh Extends Ann Randolph’s New, Hit Show, "Loveland" Through February 21, 2010. Directed by Matt Roth

“Irreverent, hilarious and deeply human… This is by no means a sentimental journey, but you’ll still need a hanky or two.”- Linda Ayres-Frederick, SF Bay Times “Riotously demented and brilliantly humane. Not to be missed, Randolph is a rare caliber of solo performer…a first-class ride.” Rob Avila-SF Bay Guardian - August 20, 2009 - The Marsh

Miss Pakistan World 2009, Ayesha Gilani Competes in the 5th Largest Beauty Pageant

Miss Pakistan World 2009, Ayesha Gilani is the 7th Miss Pakistan World. - August 19, 2009 - Miss Pakistan World

Missionary Kid Turned Musician to Perform at the Troubadour

Indie-pop artist will perform at the Troubadour with national touring act Blueskyreality on Sept. 4, 2009. - August 18, 2009 - Spin Move Records

Comedy To Go, Inc.; A New Comedy Promotion Company for Comedians by Comedians

Comedy To Go, Inc may be the new kid on the block in the comedy arena but that has not stopped them from becoming a tour de force in comedy promotion. Formed in the early part of 2009 Comedy To Go is the creation of Mike Parenti a corporate business man married for over 19 years with 3 children and... - August 17, 2009 - Comedy To Go, Inc.

Nation-Wide Flow Tour Rides in Town for Championships

The 2009 Wave Loch Flow Tour National Championships will be held August 14th through 16th at Waterville USA in Gulf Shores, Ala. - August 16, 2009 - Alabama Gulf Coast Sports Commission

“Green Your Theme Seattle!” Fall B2B Eco-Party for Event Planners, Suppliers and Vendors

Showcase and learn about local resources that reduce the carbon footprint and waste at events while sampling organic food and sustainable wines and enjoying a fun, eco-friendly fashion show in a green Sodo District setting. - August 15, 2009 - GreenYourTheme.com

Newborn Lion Cubs Are the ‘Mane’ Attraction at ZSL London Zoo

Zoo’s first lion cubs for a decade made their debut at a Photocall: Thursday 13th August 2009. Time: 9.20am for 9.30am London Zoo at East Service Gate, Outer Circle, Regent’s Park, NW1 4RY. - August 14, 2009 - ZSL London Zoo

Battling Brides Head to London Zoo

Inspired by the popular Four Weddings series on Living TV. Find out more about ZSL London Zoo as an extraordinary wedding location. - August 13, 2009 - ZSL London Zoo

Faith Hoops Santa Cruz County Co-Ed Basketball League Kicks Off in September

Faith Hoops, a sports ministry entity specializing in basketball leagues, camps and 3-on-3 tournaments announced today that their Fall Co-Ed Basketball League will start on September 13th. From high school players to a women’s division as well as a 40 and over division, teams will compete... - August 13, 2009 - Faith Hoops

The Marsh is Proud to Present a Marsh Rising Workshop Performance of Samantha Chanse’s Acclaimed New Solo Play, "Lydia’s Funeral Video"

One Performance Only. Samantha Chanse’s “Lydia’s Funeral Video” plays on Wednesday, August 26, 2009 at 7.30 pm on The Marsh Main Stage, 1062 Valencia Street. - August 12, 2009 - The Marsh

Whipsnade Zoo Trumpets Baby Elephant Birth

Baby Elephant born at Whipsnade Zoo. - August 11, 2009 - ZSL London Zoo

Crabs Feel the Pinch | River Scavengers Under Threat

The “vultures” of our river systems are at risk from extinction, reveals new research published today. The IUCN Red List assessment, led by scientists from the Zoological Society of London and Northern Michigan University discovered that about one sixth of all freshwater crab species are threatened with extinction, with habitat loss and pollution to blame. - August 11, 2009 - ZSL London Zoo

The Local Landing Presents: 2009 Utah Music Festival

The Local Landing is sponsoring the 2009 Utah Music Festival happening August 29th at the Ogden Amphitheater in Ogden, Utah. More than 10 local acts will be performing all day long. - August 09, 2009 - The Local Landing

Cap Off a Great Summer with USSSA Baseball Event at Alabama’s Beaches

Before the school bell rings, hundreds of youth baseball players will soak in the final few days of summer vacation with the USSSA Back to School Beach Blast on August 15th and 16th. Approximately 30 teams with players ranging in age from 7 to 18 years old are set to compete on both Saturday and... - August 08, 2009 - Alabama Gulf Coast Sports Commission

Agora Gallery to Feature Work from ART START Student Jamai

Through ART START, Jamai was paired with Vané Russo, a volunteer artist who has been privately mentoring the young artist for the past year. As an apprentice, Jamai meets with Vané in her Brooklyn studio about 5 hours a week. - August 08, 2009 - Agora Gallery

ZSL Celebrates Journal's Award Win

ZSL's Journal of Zoology has been named as one of the Top 10 Journals in Biology and Medicine. - August 07, 2009 - ZSL London Zoo

Local Designer Creates Pajamas for Children's Charity Debuted at Baltimore Fashion Week

Opening the Grand Finale of Baltimore Fashion Week will be 15 children modeling unique pajamas created by fashion designer Jennifer Carlino. Three of those children are enrolled in the Casey Cares Foundation and battling life threatening diseases, including Josh Carlino, the designer’s five year old son. Ms. Carlino produced this collection especially for the Kamis Jammies Program, a program of Casey Cares a charity providing programs for critically ill children. - August 06, 2009 - Casey Cares Foundation

Called Out Mixed Martial Arts Returns to Ontario’s Citizen Business Bank Arena

Called Out MMA brings professional mixed martial arts action back to Ontario, CA's Citizen's Business Bank Arena Saturday August 15th. The night's card is highlighted by bouts featuring WWE Tough Enough Champion Daniel Puder, Thomas "Wildman" Denny, five time world female kickboxing champion Kathy Long, and Wander Braga. - August 06, 2009 - Called Out MMA

Join the Party Animals at ZSL London Zoo

ZSL London Zoo invite you to Experience the Zoo after dark at Zoo Nights 2009 Friday 7th August, 6.30pm – 10.00pm. - August 05, 2009 - ZSL London Zoo

"Gala Electronica" Dances Its Way to Los Angeles

Electronic Music Dance Odyssey Debuts at the El Portal Theatre September 25th and 26th. - August 04, 2009 - Gala Electronica

Magnum Opus Enterprises Presents Victor Louis Couture Collection at Sacramento Fashion Week

Magnum Opus Enterprises presents Sacramento Fashion Week, a 3-day long high fashion event that features a main collection by Victor Louis, eight guest designers, music and dance entertainment that begins Thursday September 17th, 2009. - August 04, 2009 - Magnum Opus Enterprises

The Marsh is Pleased to Announce a Third Marsh Rising Workshop Performance of Dan Hoyle’s New Solo Show, Which He Has Renamed "The Real Americans"

The show plays on Tuesday, August 25, 2009 at 7.30 pm on The Marsh Main Stage, 1062 Valencia Street. - August 04, 2009 - The Marsh

Dan Hoyle is Taking "Tings Dey Happen," His Award-Winning, Solo Play About Nigerian Oil Politics, on a Whirlwind Tour of Nigeria, Sponsored by the U.S. State Department

To help Hoyle prepare for perhaps his most important audience yet, The Marsh will present a short eight-show revival of “Tings Dey Happen” during the last three weekends in September. Developed with and directed by solo performance master Charlie Varon, the show plays Thursday at 8:00 pm, Saturday at 5:00 pm and Sunday at 7:00 pm from September 10 – 26, 2009 on The Marsh Mainstage, 1062 Valencia Street in San Francisco. - August 04, 2009 - The Marsh

The Marsh is Pleased to Celebrate It’s Twentieth Anniversary by Announcing a Varied, Eclectic and Intriguing 2009 Fall Season

The coming months will bring two highly anticipated new shows from Ann Randolph and Dan Hoyle, the return of Charlie Varon’s blockbuster hit, “Rabbi Sam” and the extension of both Rick Reynolds' new show about middle age as well as Don Reed’s sleeper hit, “East 14th,” now entering its fourth month at The Marsh. In addition, the US State Department has invited Dan Hoyle to perform his award-winning “Tings Dey Happen” on a whirlwind two week, five city tour of Nigeria. - August 04, 2009 - The Marsh

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