Press Releases by Category Leisure, Entertainment, Miscellaneous
Six Flags Whitewater Named Best Private Waterpark in the U.S.
The waterpark was lauded for providing a top quality guest experience; for its involvement in the local community and for its water conservation program.
"This is another great distinction for Six Flags White Water," said Park president Melinda Ashcraft. "Metro Atlanta residents should be proud that they have the nation's 'best private waterpark' in their own backyard."
Six Flags White Water is also the Southeast's largest waterpark with more than 20 rides…
Hip-Hop Grub Spot® Elects New President, Joshua "Fahiym" Ratcliffe, Former Edito …
December 8, 2008-- Hip Hop Grub Spot®, the world's first Hip-Hop healthy fast food global franchise, celebrates its one-year anniversary with the election of a new President, Joshua "Fahiym" Ratcliffe, former Editor in Chief of The Source Magazine. Ratcliffe brings to Hip Hop Grub Spot® a ten year history in the media and entertainment industries and a seven year history at The Source Magazine- the world's most read Hip-Hop magazine.…
13 Los Angeles Public Schools to Vie for Trophies in 2nd Annual LA BALLROOM Comp …
130 Inner-City Kids will Compete in Foxtrot, Rumba, Tango, Merengue and Swing
Los Angeles, CA (December, 2008) –Ballroom dance teams representing 13 Los Angeles inner-city public schools will dance foxtrot, rumba, tango, merengue, foxtrot and swing as they compete for trophies in LA BALLROOM – a kid's ballroom competition to be held at the LAX Marriott on Sunday, December 14, 2008 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. With 130 fifth and…
New Park Inn hotel opens its doors in Peterborough
Park Inn, the fresh and innovative hotel brand operated by the fast-growing Rezidor Hotel Group, opens its 20th hotel in the UK today – Park Inn Peterborough. The new-build hotel is located in Telephone House on Wentworth Street in the city centre, within easy walking distance of the Cathedral, Queensgate Shopping Centre and many restaurants and bars, along with the station which connects directly to London Kings Cross in 45…
La Rogaia tango travels presents legendary tango dancer Carolina del Rivero and …
Carolina del Rivero started dancing at the age of 6, and throughout her career she has practiced different dancing techniques. She studied ballet at the world-famous Teatro Colon (the most renowned opera house in Latin America) and later modern dance on at the famous "Taller de Danza Contemporanea del Teatro San Martin". She discovered the tango in 1995, and since the year 2000 Carolina travels around the world giving workshops…
Society of American Whip Artistry Adopts Dante Bullwhip Book as 'Official Text'
The Society of American Whip Artistry (SAWA) has adopted "Let's Get Cracking! The How-To Book of Bullwhip Skills" by Robert Dante as its “Official Instructional Text."
Robert Dante is a professional bullwhip performer, a three-time Guinness World Record holder (“Most Bullwhip Cracks in One Minute – 254”), and founder of The Bullwhip Academy, which holds 6-week whip cracking sessions in Minneapolis. Dante also was named recipient of the 2008 Brian Chic…
IntelliScore Ensemble multiple-instrument MP3 to MIDI, WAV to MIDI Converter 7.2 …
Innovative Music Systems, Inc. (intelliscore.net) announced today the release of version 7.2 of intelliScore Ensemble. IntelliScore Ensemble listens to prerecorded or live music (in WAV, MP3, WMA, or CD format) comprised of several different instruments and helps create a multiple-track MIDI (.mid) file containing the notes played, broken down by instrument. The MIDI file, in turn, is suitable for notation, cleanup/editing, and playback. Musicians and educators use intelliScore…
Farms Owner Awarded President's Award from Keep Michigan Beautiful
Keep Michigan Beautiful, Inc, (KMB) awarded Linda Mueller of Castle Farms their highest honor: the President's Award. This award is given to recognized projects that contribute to an exceptional program, project or person who exemplifies the goals of KMB. Linda Mueller received this honor for her restoration of Castle Farms, a historic castle in Charlevoix Michigan which has been converted into a Michigan wedding and events venue while preserving its…
Replacement HF - Tweeter Diaphragms for Pro Audio, DJs and Karaoke
Cabinet / speaker manufacturers such as Berhinger, Mackie, and EAW routinely change driver suppliers and speaker suppliers during manufacturing and retain the same cabinet model number
This means that if you have a Mackie SRM450 or a Gemini GX400 cabinet, it does not guarantee that it carries a P Audio BMD-450 driver and a P Audio BMD450-8 diaphragm. We highly recommend that you REMOVE AND IDENTIFY YOUR DIAPHRAGM & DRIVER BEFORE…
Last direct qualification at Skatfestival 2008
The 4th SeePark Skatfestival sustained again position in 2008. After all, the nation wide Skat event was the last possibility to qualify directly for Skatropoly. For this reason more than 145 players have registered in Kirchheim although the final round of the German city cup was held in Oyten in parallel. In addition 16 participants recorded for different daily evaluations in advance. Through the last November weekend a 9 series…
AVF Corners The Market
AVF Inc., a world leading supplier of high quality TV wall mounts, will be showing their latest innovative wall mount, the Cornermount, at the 2009 International Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas in January. The Cornermount has been named a CES Innovations 2009 Design and Engineering Award Honoree and will be displayed in the CES Innovations Design and Engineering Awards Showcase in addition to being demonstrated on the AVF…
AVF To Show Eco Range of TV Wall Mounts At CES 2009
AVF Inc., a leading supplier of high quality TV wall mounts, will be showing a new range of eco-friendly TV wall mounts at the 2009 International Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas in January. The eco-mount range is a world first offering benefits to consumers, retailers and the environment and will be presented on the AVF booth to selected guests and journalists.
Eco-mount is a complete collection of flat panel…
12 Days of Christmas Chess Set Sale Returns at BraRoe Chess
Detroit, MI December 2, 2008 – Once again, BraRoe Chess Sets, a leading on-line retailer of chess sets and backgammon needs, will hold their annual "12 Days of a Chess Christmas" event. In an effort to provide the chess playing community with an easy alternative to searching store-to-store and waiting in long lines, BraRoe Chess will bring the door-busters straight to the consumers.
"We are very happy to bring this…
New Asheville Non-Profit Organization Makes People in WNC Smile With Recycled Fl …
In the summer of 2008 co-founders Nancy Pope and Lisa Baker came together to launch a non-profit organization in the Asheville, NC area called Second Bloom. Second Bloom collects cut flowers from grocery stores, weddings, parties, holiday events and other occasions in order to create beautiful, simple flower bouquets for hospice, nursing home, and long term care residents to keep in their rooms. Since the summer months Second Bloom…
Crestron Eagles Program Donates Home Theater
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Crestron hosted the first Eagles Program dedication ceremony at Walter Reed Army Medical Hospital today, unveiling the new home theater donated to provide comfort and entertainment for America’s heroes recovering from injuries sustained during combat overseas. The Crestron Eagles Program was conceived by Crestron President George Feldstein to honor the service and sacrifice of our wounded warriors returning home from battle.
“This theater system represents the largest single…
Circumstances Are Positive For Ontario Resorts This Winter
Gilmore, Ontario - In Ontario, winter has most definitely arrived. An unseasonably cold November, with higher than normal precipitation, has blanketed the traditional snow-belt areas of central Ontario with an early cover of snow. In many areas, a good base of snow has already been established and Ontario four-season resort operators couldn’t be happier. Ontario winter resorts and accommodation businesses, like much of Ontario’s winter tourism industry, is weather dependent.…
Salsa holiday with worldwide renowned Salsa instructor Edie „The Salsa FREAK" at …
Edie, "The Salsa FREAK" and her dance partner Fabrizio from Italy come to Villa La Rogaia for a beautiful relaxing week of Italian food, mountain fresh air and sunshine. Participants will learn to dance Salsa from one of the most sought-after instructor / performers in the world.
Edie has enthusiastic audiences and students in more than 50 countries enchanting everybody with her style, energy and temperament. She regularly gets invited to…
Fitness Giant Launches Nationwide Event To Boost Economy, Job Confidence
LOS ANGELES -- AFAA, the world's largest fitness educator, announced this month that it will offer its distinguished personal trainer certifications at lower prices during a special nationwide event in February 2009.
The Aerobics Professional Exposition, also known as APEX, is the industry's answer to maintaining a strong job force of personal trainers, group exercise instructors and kickboxing instructors during this economy. The Aerobics and Fitness Association of America aims to…
Fitness Giant Energizes Group Exercise With Zumba® Fitness
LOS ANGELES -- AFAA, the world's largest provider of fitness instructor certifications, announced this month that it aims to meet the rising demand for group exercise training at health clubs with a new program that makes the world's most popular dance-workout trend—Zumba®—affordable to fitness professionals.
The Aerobics and Fitness Association of America and Zumba® Fitness have collaborated to create "A Taste of ... Zumba" Home Study program for instructors at an…
RECORDING ARTIST SARAH HETHCOAT VOLUNTEERS TO HELP THE TROOPS FOR THANKSGIVING E …
Los Angeles, CA (November 18, 2008)— On Tuesday, November 25, 2008, singer/songwriter Sarah Hethcoat is set to volunteer at the “Thanksgiving Dinner for the Troops” at the Bob Hope Hollywood USO at LAX.
“It’s really just about helping out. I am so lucky to have what I do, I love to give back whenever I can. The troops are so important to us all,” says Hethcoat about volunteering at the…
Van Nistelrooy’s injury has an impact on Betfair markets
Real Madrid chances in la Liga and the Champions League have dropped according to Betfair.
Ruud Van Nistelrooy’s serious injury has already affected his team’s chances, if the punter’s opinion is anything to go by. Betfair markets involving Real Madrid’s performance have been jolted following the striker’s knee troubles.
Just hours after hearing that the Dutchman will be out for the remainder of the season, the value…
Modera social media driven CMS powers Hannahsite.com ahead of UK tour
Content management system (CMS) company Modera release singer/songwriter Hannah’s new website ahead of UK tour
22 November 2008, London, UK ---- Content management software specialists Modera has released singer/songwriter Hannah’s new website hannahsite.com.
The Hannah site launch happens in conjunction with the promotion of the Jason Donovan UK tour, where Hannah makes an appearance as a special guest. The tour starts on 27 November at Rhyl and will round up on…
On the Mike with Mike Sherman is Going Global
Mike Sherman Productions signs a three-year contract with Global Broadcasting Company to broadcast its premier music lifestyle television show across the world
Delray Beach, Florida: Mike Sherman Productions, Inc that produces “On the Mike with Mike Sherman”, one of the nation’s premier music lifestyle television shows, will be taking its show to the rest of the world from Jan 1, 2009.
Mike Sherman Productions has signed a three-year contract with The Global…
Nextar Plays Santa’s Helper with Fun Peanut-Shape MP3 Player
La Verne, CA – November 20, 2008 – Nextar™, a designer and marketer of bold and new consumer electronic products with mass appeal, is lending a hand to Santa Claus this Christmas with its uniquely designed peanut-shape MP3 player, model MA588. The unit has a 1GB or 2GB capacity, is just over 2” long and comes in a variety of cool colors.
“The Nextar MA588 MP3 player is sure to…
'The Freeride Experience' takes guests to pristine snow
As many as 57 pistes stretch across the snow-covered slopes of the local mountains of the holiday region Zell am See-Kaprun. The different levels of difficulty indicated by the colours blue, red, and black make sure that every winter sports enthusiast finds an appropriate challenge. In total, skiers and snowboarders can indulge in 138 kilometres of pistes. For everyone who loves snow in its purest form, there are some additional…
Bean to Cup Coffee Machine Experts, Strong Vend launches exciting changes to its …
Coffee machine specialist, Strong Vend unveils its website revamp including new visual features for a fantastic user-centred experience.
LONDON- 12/11/08-- Strong Vend’s revolutionary bean to cup coffee machines can be seen in workplaces everywhere. Now customers can get even more useful information, in-depth product descriptions and specifications and detailed photographs on the newly-updated Strong Vend website.
Site users can now investigate Strong Vend’s products with new 3D photography, funded in part…
Seventh Rize Set To Release 'Full Moon'
SEVENTH RIZE has signed on with CHAVIS RECORDS for the release of 'FULL MOON'. 'FULL MOON' is produced by Bobby Rock (Nelson, Vinnie Vincent Invasion, Hardline), with songs co-written with Bruce Turgon (Foreigner, Places Of Power). SEVENTH RIZE hails from Texas and is comprised of Stacy Humphries-vocals, Sulli-drums, Jerry Stone-guitars, and David Hamilton-bass.
'FULL MOON' is set to be released in February 2009.
SEVENTH RIZE performed live on VH1 in July at…
Solid Cables Tie Up Carl Verheyen
Pasadena, CA November 18, 2008 – Solid Cables™, the high quality instrument cable manufacture, has officially signed up Carl Verheyen as its latest endorsement.
During a period where other companies may become reserve and/or panic in response to overall economic indicators, Solid Cables™ is adamantly moving forward and conquering new ground. Hand crafting instrument cables using only the finest quality materials, Solid Cables™ products are built to last and…
Personal Development Magazine Named Hottest Magazine Launch of the Year
RED MAT Publishing, a distinctive voice in custom publishing, today announced that its publication, Personal Development Magazine, has been named one of the fifteen hottest magazine launches of the year by min magazine and partner Samir Husni, also known as “Mr. Magazine.” The Hottest Launch awards were presented November 10, 2008 in at the Grand Hyatt in New York City alongside other notable launches including BBC Knowledge, National…
Irdeto Selected By Leading Taiwanese Media Operator To Secure Digital TV Migrati …
Deal with Taiwan Fixed Network strengthens Irdeto’s position in conditional access technology in APAC region
New Delhi- 18th November , 2008 - Irdeto, a leading expert in content and business model protection solutions and services, today signed a deal to deliver its latest DVB-C conditional access (CA) technology to Taiwan-based multi-system operator, Taiwan Fixed Network (TFN) Media, a subsidiary of Taiwan Mobile, the largest private fixed and mobile networks telecommunications service…
Dancing Tango keeps young and beautiful, Walter and MariLynne Kane at Villa La R …
If anybody needed a living proof of the statement mentioned above they need only to take a look at Walter and MariLynne Kane most outstanding Tango Argentino dancers and teachers.
Walter and MariLynne from Harriman, NY, first met each other on the dance floor as teenagers, and have been dancing together ever since. When they crossed paths with Argentine Tango in 1997, it was love at first step. Since then,…
SARAH HETHCOAT RELEASES NEW EP TITLED “NOBODY LIKES A BULLY”
Los Angeles, CA (October 14, 2008)— Singer/songwriter Sarah Hethcoat is set to release her new EP “Nobody Likes a Bully” on October 27, 2008. Produced by Dave Cobb (Black Rebel Motorcycle Club, Chris Cornell), musically, for the entire EP, Cobb looked to the 60s for inspiration. Drums were covered in sheets, the way Ringo Starr used to do to give them that muted “handsy” sound. The sound…
BlindsExpress.com Offering Levolor Blinds and Kirsch Blinds at Significant Disco …
The window treatment experts at BlindsExpress.com have a commitment from many of its manufacturers to offer lower prices for some of the most popular window blinds, window shades, and shutters for home and office.
ROCHESTER, N.Y. -- BlindsExpress.com and its major blinds manufacturers are making it more affordable than ever to replace or upgrade window blinds, window shades and shutters. Several manufacturers, including Levolor and Kirsh, are offering up to 20…
"THE FLAT EARTH PLAYS" Opens Nov. 21 at the Overtime Theater
SAN ANTONIO, TX -- Opening November 21, 2008, "The Flat Earth Plays" will showcase six 10-minute plays by San Antonio writers. It's an evening of original drama and comedy that explores the edge of life…and beyond.
The plays include "Shattered Past and Broken Glass" by Michael Burger, "The Marriage of Heaven and Hell" by Rebecca Coffey, "In My Hands the Stars, the Stars" by Lupe Flores, "A…
$1.5 MILLION RAISED TO RETURN NON-PROFIT DANCE PROGRAMS TO PICO-UNION KIDS
Los Angeles, CA (November, 2008) – A four-year effort to resurrect non-profit dance programs for kids in one of Los Angeles' poorest neighborhoods has come to fruition with the opening of two new dance studios.
Located in the heart of Pico-Union, on the property of Camino Nuevo Charter Academy's Burlington Campus, the state-of-the art studios, each of 1,500 square foot walnut dance floors, were built with $1.5 million in funds…
BRITTANY BURTON HOSTS NEW NATIONAL SHOW BETA RECORDS TV
Hollywood, CA (November 13, 2008)— Brittany Burton will be hosting BETA Records TV, a new half-hour weekly television series set to air November 15, 2008, with a 52-episode commitment to air in over 140 U.S. television markets, including the Top 15. BETA Records TV will have a music centric focus. Each segment will feature well-known and emerging artists, music industry executive interviews, reports on new CD releases, the latest in…
MLC PR SIGNS INFINITE MUSIC GROUP AND RECORDING ARTIST JD WEBB
Los Angeles, CA (November 13, 2008)-- MLC PR announced today that Infinite Music Group (IMG), a new Los Angeles-based full service record label, has signed on for their services. In addition to IMG, the firm has also signed the first artist to be launched on the label, singer songwriter Jd Webb. Founded by award-winning artist, songwriter and producer Jd Webb and entrepreneur Scott Coon, the label was created…
New Website emerges as source of local outdoor information
SANTA ROSA BEACH – A new online resource for outdoor activities in Walton County, Florida and the surrounding area has emerged in the online community - WaltonOutdoors.com
With an overwhelming initial response of thousands of viewers to the site and the local community input, the site has grown tremendously in the short time since its inception in mid-October.
As a resource for both locals and visitors, the Website provides a wide…
The Wine School's November Sommelier Smackdowns
This highly praised series is one of Philadelphia's go-to events, and The Wine School is gearing up for a November double header with four leading wine professionals in the area: wine writer Thom Cardwell and Osteria's Sommelier Brett Taylor are going head to head with Wine School Founder Keith Wallace and Education Director Brian Freedman. Good times, good times.
And, as is the rule, the budget is…
William Hill Bingo Sponsor New ITV Gameshow
For the first time, online gaming site William Hill Bingo has stepped in to world of television programme advertising with the announcement that they will be sponsoring the brand-new daily ITV gameshow Spin Star.
William Hill Bingo’s sponsorship deal will start on Monday 10th November, when the Spin Star show is launched, and it is a 6 week deal comprising of various length bumpers at the start and end…
Verdurez Announces Launch of Social Networking Website for Senior Indians
Verdurez has launched a social networking website for men and women of Indian origin aged 55 and above living in India and abroad. The aim of the website is to help senior Indians lead a more enriched life and to help them keep pace with the fast changing world around them. According to a 2006 report by Internet & Mobile Association of India (IAMAI), the number of senior Indians (61…
Former HOB Recording Artist & Assistant Pastor, Miriam Tatuem, Drops Solo Releas …
Miriam Tatuem has been gifted with a powerful voice. A captivating singer, her voice was a highlight of the group, The Harris Family Singers, who were once signed to HOB Records, headed by Dionne Warwick’s father, Mancel “Speedy” Warwick. As a member of the ensemble which included her brothers and sisters, she shared the stage with some of the biggest names in gospel including Shirley Caesar, The Soul…
Hake Rock is changing the rules
Somehow the local rocker universe was distorted after one band called HAKE ROCK ..
Its five guilty members Nan, Eiken, Frank, Vasko and Bruja gave to the local scene an excuse to continue the rock and roll's experience.
Despite his short time of existence HAKE ROCK is working in one new album called "Play", a few bizarre videos in youtube with audios ranked in more radios throughout United Sates…
TAYLOR ATELIAN STARS AS “RUBY” FOR THE EIGHTH AND FINAL SEASON OF ABC’S “ACCORDI …
Los Angeles, CA (November 5, 2008)—Actress, singer, and dancer Taylor Atelian will be returning to star as “Ruby,” the daughter of Jim Belushi, on the eighth and final season of the successful ABC comedy series “According to Jim.” After seven seasons, the show will begin airing its final season on December 2, 2008. Taylor has essentially grown up in the spotlight, charming audiences for the past eight years…
INFINITE MUSIC GROUP LAUNCHES AS AN INDEPENDENT LABEL SETTING NEW INDUSTRY STAND …
Los Angeles, CA (November 3, 2008)— Breaking new ground in the world of indie startups, Infinite Music Group (IMG) officially announced today the formation of its independent record label. Founded by award-winning singer, songwriter and producer Jd Webb, and entrepreneur Scott Coon, IMG is a Los Angeles-based full service label created using forward-thinking philosophies that revolve around a passion for music, an understanding of the music industry’s current state, and…
SEXTAPES™ RELEASES SELF-TITLED DEBUT ALBUM VIA TONE RIOT RECORDS™
Los Angeles, CA (November 3, 2008)— ToneRiot Records™ has announced the release date for the SexTapes™ debut album on November 11, 2008. The album will be available through iTunes (worldwide), Best Buy stores, FYE, Borders Books, Wherehouse Records, Amazon.com, and more.
Lead vocalist Chris Pitman shares, “I'm glad to finally get this album out there as it was just finished this summer. Between my involvement with Guns N’ Roses and…
MLC PR SIGNS STAR OF ABC’S “ACCORDING TO JIM” TAYLOR ATELIAN
Los Angeles, CA (November 5, 2008)—MLC PR announced today that actress, singer, and dancer Taylor Atelian has signed on for their services as she promotes the final season of ABC’s successful comedy series “According to Jim.” From Santa Barbara, California, Taylor has essentially grown up in the spotlight, charming audiences for the past eight years of her life on television. At five years old, Taylor landed the role…
Asoma Music Teams With Dan Millman To Create 'Song Of The Sage' - Music That Cha …
Asoma Music, a Canadian media company, has teamed up with Dan Millman, author of several bestsellers including 'The Way Of The Peaceful Warrior', to produce an audio product that can literally change lives. Entitled 'Song Of The Sage', the CD (also available for direct download) features twelve tracks, each dedicated to detailing a spiritual law. The readings are drawn from Dan Millman's book, 'The Laws of Spirit'. The voice recordings…
Sungei Wang Hotel Takes Malaysia Visitors to the Heart of the Bukit Bintang Dist …
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia — Sungei Wang Hotel, a value-for-money accommodations provider in Kuala Lumpur, offers business and leisure guests the opportunity to be at the center of the city capital’s shopping and entertainment districts. This Malaysia hotel can be found along Jalan Bukit Bintang, a major road located within Bukit Bintang, the country’s premier destination for shopping and entertainment.
Bukit Bintang is the Malaysian equivalent of Singapore’s Orchard Road and…
Nextar Introduces Novel Holiday Digital Photo Frames
Adorable Snowman and Festive Santa Frames Spread Cheer and Goodwill; Available This Holiday Shopping Season
La Verne, CA – November 6, 2008 – Nextar, a designer and marketer of bold and new consumer electronic products with mass appeal, brightens the holiday season with two new digital photo frames: an adorable snowman (RPF-1503) and a jolly St. Nick (RPF-1504). Each stores up to 60 images, which are displayed on a 1.5” screen.…
