Press Releases by Category Leisure, Entertainment, Miscellaneous
WEST PALM BEACH ANTIQUES AND COLLECTIBLES SHOW NOVEMBER 28-30, 2008
The West Palm Beach Antique and Collectibles show will be held over Thanksgiving weekend, the first major shopping weekend of the holiday season, November 28 – 30 at the Americraft Expo Center at the South Florida Fair in West Palm Beach. This will be a great opportunity to find unique holiday gift ideas among one of the largest arrays of dealers and merchandise seen in one event and as always…
SHOW PROMOTER ANNOUNCES ACQUISITON OF FLORIDA WEST COAST SHOWS
JMK Shows of New Jersey has acquired three Sarasota, FL area antiques and collectibles shows formerly run by Dolphin Promotions.
JMK Shows has had an eventful year so far. In the spring the Shows announced that Allison Kohler, daughter of show founders Jesse and Rona Kohler, is now the sole owner and administrator of the Shows and has assumed the title of Director. In August 2008 Kohler then revealed that JMK…
JaR - SCENE 29 - the NEW Jay Graydon/Randy Goodrum album
JAY GRAYDON and RANDY GOODRUM, having worked together many times in the past, have teamed up as the new supergroup - JaR - and are now releasing their first album - SCENE 29. This album is a melodic masterpiece with songs across the board - a mixture of Pop, R&B, AC, AOR and Jazz. Two years of hard work, writing and recording new material, has resulted in an incredible set…
Mr. Costumes Brings the Enchanted World of Disney to Customers This Halloween
Alpharetta, GA - October 2, 2008 -- Mr. Costumes, a premier online retailer for quality costumes and accessories in the U.S. is offering adults and kids alike the chance to become their favorite Disney characters this Halloween.
This season, visitors to the Mr. Costumes website (mrcostumes.com) can choose their favorite Disney character from more than 140 different quality Disney Costumes coming in all newborn, infant, toddler, child, tween,…
The Homecoming - Heart Moving Tale of the Vale by Shashi Warrier
From 1976 to 1981, Shashi was a student of Birla Institute of Technology and Science -BITS Pilani Rajasthan which is one among the top ranking universities in India today and obtained his Masters degree in Economics. After careers in consulting, journalism and Software, writing full time became a mission with passion for Shashi in the mid 90s. He has conducted sessions on creative writing at BITS Pilani and has…
Zook, India’s first Mobile Fetch Engine, launches custom and personalized alerts …
Bangalore based Ziva Software, a mobile search start-up, incubated at IIM Bangalore, has announced the launch of Zook Alerts. Zook is India’s first Mobile Fetch Engine that gets exact answers to ANY query, across the whole of India. The service can be accessed via mobile browsers (zook.in) or just by sending a SMS to 5757 5665.
Zook Alerts enables users to create custom alerts for themselves depending on their specific…
Boz - Emerging Adult Contemporary Singer/Songwriter Set to Conquer Hearts with a …
LOS ANGELES - Now that “Home With You,” the first single from Jeffrey “Boz” Bosworth’s debut CD Karma Knows, is spinning on over 50 Adult Contemporary stations nationwide and in Canada, the emerging Orlando based singer/songwriter is gearing up and raising capital and enthusiasm for what promises to be one of 2009’s most memorable multimedia musical extravaganzas: Boz LIVE On I-Drive!, his exciting, wildly ambitious show scheduled for May 21-24,…
Silver*Ware Studios Help Create the New Hollywood
“Being in Georgia has its advantages,” stated Travis Ware. Travis is about to break ground on construction of his studio in the state of Georgia. Georgia is known for having the one of the best Film Tax Credits within the US. The state gives a generous tax credit of 30% of the film budget.
This means a great deal to film makers that has a budget over $500,000…
Long Beach Artist, Lucas Pakes Directs Bat Boy the Musical in San Pedro
The Relevant Stage Theatre Company is the first authorized company to get authorization from the authors, in cooperation with Dramatists Play Service to produce the 2004 London/Toronto revival of BAT BOY THE MUSICAL in the United States. This production of BAT BOY has numerous changes to the script and music not reflected in the Off-Broadway soundtrack. One notable change is the inclusion of a new song, “Mine, All…
SAN DIEGO’S “WILD THYME” NOMINATED FOR BEST CATERER: The 10 News A List selects …
SAN DIEGO, CA, September 22, 2008 - The Wild Thyme Company, a local San Diego catering company that specializes in premiere catering and event planning, has been selected by The 10 News A List as a finalist in the best caterer category.
The News 10 A List is a city guide that asks San Diegans to vote for their choice of what they consider to be the “best” in a selected…
Engel & Voelkers Winter Park, Dream Quarters and E3 Escapes Offers Ultra-Luxury …
“Three Dimensional” Ownership Includes Villa Las Palmas Mansion, Luxury Sport Fishing Yacht, and Private Jet Hangar
Winter Park, FL (September 26, 2008) – Engel & Voelkers Winter Park, one of the world’s most respected names in upscale international real estate, is pleased to offer an ultra-luxurious fractional ownership program in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. Through its partnership with Dream Quarters, an Orlando-based turn-key fractional ownership company, E3 Escapes, a Cabo…
Houston Alcohol and Drug Rehab Facility Navigates Hurricane Ike
Following a well-developed disaster plan, Houston drug and alcohol rehab center 'The Right Step' transports its Houston clients safely to its Dallas facility.
Houston, TX -- In the early morning hours of September 13, 2008, Hurricane Ike struck the Texas Gulf Coast. Packing winds of over 100 miles per hour and pouring 15 inches of rain on the area, the storm caused immediate dangers for those in its path. In the…
Virtual Public School Students Participate in Field Trips
MTS Minnesota Connections Academy, ConnectionsAcademy.com, a free online school for K-12 students, has planned five field trips during September to kick off the 2008-2009 school year.
During the beginning of the school year, field trips serve as a means for Minnesota Connections Academy students to come together and socialize with other MTS Minnesota Connections Academy students and families. Over the course of the year, field trips serve as an engaging…
Boom in Music Video Downloads as Music Fans Watch Videos On-the-Go
As the popularity of glossy rap, r&b and reggae music videos soar, urban music fans are choosing to download music videos rather than phoning or texting music television channels to request their favourite videos. As an alternative to the leading music television channels, a London-based website (www.UrbanVideos.co.uk) has launched, offering its visitors free music video viewing and music video downloads. At £1 minimum per video request, music fans are fast…
Seawings 1st Anniversary Bash: Exclusively for the PA Club
Seawings, the aerial sightseeing sensation that provides a magical journey along Dubai’s dramatic and ever changing coastal skyline in a “Cessna 208 Caravan Amphibian” seaplane has completed 1 year of operations in Dubai.
On 15th September 2008 Seawings hosted a party exclusively for PA Club members to celebrate this occasion. The party was held at Club Joumana, Jebel Ali Golf Resort & Spa in association with Jebel Ali hotel and Dhamani…
Christian Life Coach Launches Series of Monthly Teleclasses on Time Management
Lynn Jacobs, a Christian life coach located in the greater Nashville area, is launching a series of monthly teleclasses beginning next month. The series, "Managing Your Time God's Way," will begin on October 20, 2008, at 7:00 p.m., with her popular workshop "Time Management in 5 Simple Steps." Each teleclass in the series will last for approximately one hour, and there will be time at the end of each teleclass…
Kimberly Ware Does it Again Urban Style
Decatur, GA (United States) – Atlanta author, Kimberly Ware, wrote a riveting novel series called The Nia Trilogy. With its urban style and deep rooted message, it is a must read for young adults ages 15 and up. The Nia Trilogy book trailer was edited and produced by Messenger Group, Inc. in association with Silver*Ware T.V. The Nia Trilogy’s book trailer portrays a love story with an urban…
From Hip Hop To Hollywood
September 22, 2008, Los Angeles CA - Delicia has delighted and tantalized Hip Hop fans and men’s magazine readers now she turns her charms to a wider audience. Delicia stars as “Delilah” in Celia Fox’s Days of Wrath, which recently premiered at the Los Angeles Latino Film Festival. The film has an amazing cast, starring Wilder Valderrama, Laurence Fishbourne, Taye Diggs, Amber Valetta and fellow video vixen Melyssa Ford. …
Inspired Gaming Group at The Betting Show 2008 - Betting market Share
Known to many in the LBO industry as Leisure Link, Inspired is using The Betting Show as an opportunity to 'relaunch' its LBO brand as Inspired Gaming Group. Headed up by Martin Lucas, Inspired's LBO business already supplies 41% of the market, including major chains such as William Hill and Ladbrokes, but it is also the largest supplier of machines and content to independent bookmakers, including Betfred.
Inspired Gaming Group…
Magical Memories Travel Designated as an Authroized Disney Vacation Planner
Magical Memories Travel has been designated by Walt Disney Parks and Resorts as an “Authorized Disney Vacation Planner” (not an agent of The Walt Disney Company or its affiliates), based on its strong support in selling Disney vacations.
Magical Memories Travel has been in business in Kennesaw for 4 years, with affiliates across the US, and has established itself as an area expert on vacations to the Disneyland® Resort, Walt Disney…
Mark Kelley Plays Live For Racing Fans At High Plains Speedway
Mark Kelley continues his summer concert rampage at the High Plains Speedway at 1701 CR-G in Clovis, New Mexico, Sunday, September 21, 2008, behind Ned Houk Motor Sports Park. Starting at 8:00 pm Mark Kelley will perform live on stage instead of tearing it up behind the wheel in the infamous Blues Farm Records' Dodge Neon he usually races. The show will be in the pit with songs from the…
Patriot Entertainment At Atlantis Music Conference
Atlanta, September 18th, 2008. Premier Booking & Management Co. (PBM) announces that the Washington D.C. based hip-hop entertainment property, Patriot Entertainment, will take part in the 10th annual Atlantis Music Conference & Festival for 2008. This years 4-day event will be held Sept. 17th - 20th. The majority of the event will take place in midtown Atlanta, GA.
Head of Patriot Entertainment, Tyrone Montague, aka Bobby Drake and other Patriot artists…
Ronny van Dyke promotes new single “RingDingaDing” with global Video release
Since yesterday the song RingDingaDing has been promoted with a funny (music) video clip on more than 20 Video platforms worldwide. It tells the story of a Rolling Stone who comes home after a two day party. His wife is upset with him and doesn’t let him back into the house, no matter how often he rings the doorbell. RingDingaDing is the latest track of the new EP “Materialized”, written…
Bonnie Mercado Launches Keepin' It Real
Bonnie Mercado, who many of you know as “Eyez” from Flavor of Love 2 where she played a spy hired by VH1, brings you Keepin’ it Real a dynamic new show dealing with Reality as it applies to real people not like on “reality TV.” As creator and host of Keepin’ it Real Bonnie will tackle the issues that make up both our everyday lives as…
Connecticut Better Business Bureau alert: Beware of “talent agency” sales practi …
InterFACE talent network has pattern of complaints from Connecticut consumers-receives “unsatisfactory” rating by BBB
Wallingford, CT - September 16, 2008– If you are walking through a shopping mall, someone approaches you and tells you your children “have the look” to be models or work in show business, beware.
Connecticut Better Business Bureau has received more than a dozen complaints since July about a South Norwalk company, InterFACE Talent Network, that has…
THE AUSTRALIAN GOOD FOOD GUIDE - ‘Review an Establishment Competition’
Referred to over & over again, AGFG is a vibrant on-line magazine/guide offering a compelling mix of lifestyle, gastronomic and travel news all in the one location. With regular features, news, reviews, recipes, and destination profiles, the AGFG website has quickly surpassed the popularity of traditional print media and become one of Australia's favourite dining and travel references.
AGFG runs a monthly competition for current members to win; dining experiences,…
Cafe Prevention Announces New Postcard to Combat Underage Alcoholic Energy Drink …
Springfield, MO – As millions of teens head back to school, if trend data is accurate, too many of them will be using alcohol and energy drinks to get buzzed and wired as part of their extracurricular activities. In response to this problem, CafePrevention.com has created its newest postcard targeted towards drug and alcohol abuse prevention coalitions, schools, parents, and groups focusing on underage drinking prevention. With this…
Silver*Ware Studios Takes Photo Finish to a New Level of Martial Arts
“I’m a big fan of martial art films. From Jet Li, Jackie Chan, Bruce Lee, and Steven Segal, I love the beauty of the art. I want to bring back the realism of those martial arts and upgrade the look.” said Producer/Director, Travis Ware, when asked about his upcoming film, Photo Finish. He wants to give the style of Aikido a look that no one else has…
PM Moon Publishers' Author, Mosetta M. Penick Phillips-Cermak, Ph.D. Goes Intern …
Dr. Mosetta M. Penick Phillips-Cermak, PM Moon Publishers' premier author, is the featured guest of Nicola Beaumont.
In an interview with Nicola, Dr. Mosetta discusses her love of writing, her teaching philosophy, and how she believes her books can help children develop the qualities necessary for a successful future.
"I was really please to be accepted by Nicola as a featured guest," said Dr. Penick Phillips-Cermak. "It allows me the chance to…
Her Royal Highness Princess Birgitta of Sweden invites
11th – 13th of September the XVII Trophy of her Royal Highness Birgitta of Sweden took place at the golf courses Sanata Ponsa II & I.
140 participants started at best playing conditions. At the days 11th & 12th of September the tournament took place at the private course Santa Ponsa II, the third round was played at Santa Ponsa I.
Opened was the tournament at 10th of September with a cocktail…
Au Pairs Now Eligible For Increased Weekly Stipend
Au pairs who come to the U.S. are now earning more per week than they were a year ago. The weekly stipend increase will help provide au pairs with a once in a lifetime experience working in the United States.
LAGUNA BEACH, CA -- Young people who come to the U.S. to live as au pairs are now looking at an increase in their weekly stipend. The stipend is set by…
'Magic Of The Night' for Notte Bianca Lejl Mdawwal 2008 in Malta
Brian Role' and Lola Palmer will once again perform their grand illusions and magic during this year's edition of Notte Bianca Lejl Mdawwal 2008 in Malta.
This annual event has increasingly gained popularity over the past two years and this will be it's third consecutive year. During the past two Notte Bianca events held in Malta, thousands of people flocked to Malta's capital city, Valletta and witnessed live performances by Malta's…
New Government Guidelines Allow Au Pairs To Return To The US For An Additional Y …
American parents now have even more choice when it comes to live-in child care. The U.S. State Department has recently changed the rules governing au pairs, making it easier for experienced au pairs to return to the U.S.
ALEXANDRIA, VA -- The U.S State Department recently changed the guidelines that affect young child care providers who come to America to work as au pairs.
According to the new guidelines, those who…
Guinness World Record Attempt for Tetris Tournament
BRANTFORD, ONTARIO--(September 10, 2008) - To celebrate its third anniversary, The Personal Computer Museum in Brantford, Ontario has been given the go ahead by the London, England-based Guinness World Records™ corporation and the Tetris® Company, LLC to attempt to establish a new record for the most participants in a Tetris Tournament on September 13, 2008. The event will also feature hands-on stereoscopic 3D (S-3D) gaming demonstrations by Meant to be…
New Homepage for nGize.FSP
Things have to change in order to satisfy the fans´ wishes and players` presentation. After the successful “Alleine-spielen-ist-doof”-event and great tournament achievements, nGize.FSP is proud to present the new club website.
Alexander Leonard Ronge, General Manager of nGize.FSP: "This new page will show the real spirit of nGize.FSP. As our Community, team divisions and players are developing, we had to go a step further to please them. The result of many…
POET FAUSTUS: The Story of a Boy and his God
SAN ANTONIO, TX – Now playing at the Overtime Theater, Rebecca Coffey’s new work "Poet Faustus" is the latest version of the classic myth based on the legends of a traveling German Magician in the 16th century.
Dr. Johann Georg Faust earned a degree from Heidelberg University in 1509, and then set about creating a reputation for himself as an alchemist, magician, trickster, charlatan and all around rascal. Oh, and…
Silver*Ware Studios Brings in the Oscar Winners
Silver*Ware Studios (SWSI) will be producing in the next month a different type of action movie. This film has all the punches, kicks, guns, explosions, and visual effects. The feature is called Photo Finish. The film is based on a photographer (Arlean Collins) of an Atlanta Newspaper, who cleverly takes a picture of an assassin that kills the president of a bio-technical engineering company at a Press Conference. Now his…
Blenz makes a splash at this year’s Vancouver Fringe Festival
September 5, 2008 – Vancouver BC Blenz is participating in the 2009 Vancouver Fringe Festival as a Signature Sponsor, and have set up a temporary storefront at the Grolsch Fringe Bar and Coffeehouse, where they are offering Fringe-goers beautifully handcrafted coffee, tea, and chocolate-based beverages.
Blenz is taking this opportunity to invite the public to experience a little taste of coffee culture at Vancouver’s First Annual International Free Pour…
European Tour sanctioned Skins game with Justin Rose at Pula October 27th 2008
Martin Kaymer. Justin Rose, Jose Maria Olazabal and Emanuele Canonica will form one flight at Pula for the European Tour sanctioned Skins Game.
This interesting assembled flight, composed of Justin Rose, the winner of the European Tour Order of Merit 2007, Martin Kaymer, the double winner of the this years tour, Jose Maria Olazabal, double winner of Augusta, 23 tour victories and multi-successful participant with the European Ryder Cup.…
INDIE ARTIST MICHAEL JAMES BREAKS THE MOLD BY SHOWCASING 2008 NACA DATES
Denver, CO (September 3, 2008) – Solo artist Michael James recently released his new EP “To Raise an Army for Love” and now unlike most independent artists, and among many heavy hitters in entertainment, he is showcasing at NACA Central: October 16th, in Tulsa, OK and at NACA Northeast: November 6th, in Hartford, CT.
While most independent singer/songwriters choose to perform at local bars and clubs every night, Michael…
Fifth Annual “Rukus” - Fundraiser Concert Featuring David Allan Coe in Crested B …
Crested Butte, Colorado, September 4, 2008 – Crested Butte South and Big Weave Productions present David Allan Coe in concert Sunday, September 28 at Red Mountain Park outdoor venue. Other local musicians will perform, including Local Red, Solar Junkyard and Steve Snyder.
Proceeds from the event will benefit the ice hockey facility in Red Mountain Park located in Crested Butte South. “Our goal is to raise enough money to…
Comic fans get more edge from new virtual world
Ft. Lauderdale, FL – September 3, 2008 - A new virtual world will offer a more immersive experience with an edgier look than other comic-inspired virtual worlds. The MechTechs.com launch is in conjunction with the first day of the Virtual World Expo in Los Angeles, where ShanghaiPop Interactive is showcasing the new world.
“The MechTechs.com backgrounds are rendered to look more realistic and more like an anime movie. It’s…
London Film Festival 2008 - Biggest Movie Event of Britain
London, UK September 02, 2008 Since its inception, London Film Festival has been a lively event in London attracting numerous visitors every year. This year the event will be held in various locations of London in the month of October and the 15-day event which starts on October 15 and ends on October 30 promises to create magic on your visit. Public booking for tickets to the 2008 film festival…
"READY TO DIE" Principal Photography commences in Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA, September 2 2008 - From the producers of "The Spotlight", writer-director-producer John Azpilicueta, of JAGQA Productions, is helming the action-thriller, "Ready To Die"(RTD) once again teams up with Warren Duenas, producer, O27 Entertainment.
In production, RTD commenced filming on June 13, 2008 and due to wrap on November 27, 2008. Development of the story introduces Ted Grau as co-writer of the screenplay. Casting reunites fellow members…
Derby Marketing Agency Commissioned to Manage National Maternity Bag Launch
Derby-based agency, Middle 8 Marketing Communications has been commissioned to manage the national launch of a unique range of Maternity Bags, developed by one of the UK’s leading Maternity Nurses.
Bump and Beyond Bag Company Ltd, also of Derbyshire, is the brainchild of Sarah Dixon, ‘Nanny to the Stars’ and an increasingly prevalent media personality. Her years of accrued knowledge, qualifications and experience enabled Sarah to identify and capitalise on…
MyTarp.com Now Offers New Screen Shades And Mesh Tarps
MyTarp.com is now able to provide customers with different types of mesh tarps and screen shades. The shades can block out 40-95% of the sun’s rays and are available in a variety of colors and sizes.
MARIETTA, GA - MyTarp.com has recently added privacy fence screens, tennis screens, pool covers and shade fabric to its inventory of tarps for sale online.
The online tarp retailer's privacy fence screens come in two…
Hitachi Faces Dallas Federal Lawsuit Over HD Television Defects
Class-action could involve tens of thousands of Hitachi TV owners
DALLAS – The Law Offices of Heygood, Orr, Reyes, Pearson & Bartolomei in Dallas has filed a lawsuit against the American subsidiary of Japanese consumer electronics giant Hitachi (NYSE: HIT) over alleged defects in the company’s high-definition television sets. According to the lawsuit, tens of thousands of consumers who bought the high-end TVs may be experiencing the same trouble.
Plaintiff Anthony…
Ventura Based Indie Artist Delaney Gibson Announces the Release of her Debut Alb …
AGOURA HILLS, CA (August 27, 2008) —Hailing from Ventura, California, local indie artist Delaney Gibson has announced September 19, 2008 as the date for her debut release “The Worst Kind of Way” album release show. Gibson will be performing at 7:30 P.M. at Zoey’s Café in Ventura, CA. With the perfect fusion of folk, alternative, and pop sounds, Delaney has become known for her remarkable and rare voice, signature…
The candidates to Miss Italy 2008 arrive at Grand Hotel Terme Astro
They are young, they are beautiful, they have a dream: wearing the crown of the Miss Italy 2008 beauty contest.
The adventure for the 224 contestants starts the 26th of August at the Grand hotel Terme Astro at Tabiano, where they will stay until the end of the competition, broadcasted live on Italian Television Channel Raiuno and hosted by TV anchorman Carlo Conti.
The thermal hotel, only a few miles from Salsomaggiore,…
Actress Bonnie Mercado to Host KST TV Celebrity News
Las Vegas based Public Relations company KST Communications launches KST TV Celebrity News. This new show will cover all major celebrity events, in and around Las Vegas. Host Bonnie Mercado brings her dynamic personality and stunning good looks to KST TV. She hails to KST from the National show, Flavor of Love 2 where she was hired to play a spy, by VH1.…
