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Author Father Larry Richards to Speak at the Parish of Saints Philip & James

Father Larry Richards, best-selling author of “Be A Man,” brings his powerful message of spirituality to men of all ages to the Parish of Saints Philip & James on Monday, July 25 at 7:30 p.m. in the main church. Because of the unavoidable cancellation of this event in March due to a snowstorm, a larger-than-usual capacity crowd is expected on this rescheduled date. Hundreds will be on the scene to meet,

Watch Golf’s Newest Superstar At The Open Golf Championships In Kent

Rory McIlroy became the youngest US Open champion since 1923 last week, breaking a host of scoring records in the process. Golf fans have the chance to watch him in action first-hand in less than a month as he sets his sights on the British Open Golf Championship at Royal St George’s. McIlroy shot to the forefront of everyone’s minds recently after his eight-stroke record win at the Open on

QEW Publishing Emerges.

QEW Publishing has worked diligently creating, producing, and publishing its very own diverse line of independent comic books and graphic novels. Now after nearly eight years, it is finally able to announce the release of its first line-up of comic books: Cody Coyote, Vermicide: Death by Worm, Diabolicus, and its first novel Left Hand Tree. The comics are currently available at qewpublishing.com as either purchasable e-comics or printed editions. Left Hand

RA Sushi Raised More than $218,000 During Seventh Annual Nicky’s Week

Palm Beach Gardens, Fla. - Scottsdale-based RA Sushi Bar Restaurant's seventh annual "Nicky's Week" fundraiser raised $218,825 for the internationally renowned St. Jude Children's Research Hospital®. All 25 RA Sushi locations nationwide participated in the fundraiser from May 29 to June 4. RA Sushi has raised more than $943,000 for St. Jude since initiating Nicky's Week in 2005, and the company far exceeded the 2011 goal of $125,000 by raising

Brandon Wilson’s Award-Winning Adventure Tales Go Digital

Pilgrim’s Tales, publisher, is proud to announce that Brandon Wilson’s award-winning series of four travel adventure books is now also available from Amazon.com for Kindle. Brandon Wilson, a Lowell Thomas Gold Award-winner and Explorer Club member, is most recently author of “Over the Top & Back Again: Hiking X the Alps” (ISBN 9780977053636/ 9780977053629), which received the 2010 Book of the Year Bronze Award (travel essay category) from ForeWord Reviews. It

Direct Facebook Share in Indian Cuisines Application a Hit

Indian Cuisines an iPhone application developed by Oglacs, one of the top 10 software companies in India has become a hit among iPhone and iPad users. The main reason is the differentiating feature of the application which allows users to share their favorite recipe directly to their wall on Facebook. Even during the development of the application developers believed that this feature is going to be a hit amongst users and

Exotissimo introduces Bangkok’s Romantic Side with a Charming Tour of the City

Despite its infamous traffic and impressive towering skyline, Bangkok retains a charm and glamor that make it the backdrop for a romantic break. Many fail to see beyond this. But the city does retain its charm and heritage, best experienced with a romantic tour of the city. The Thailand tour begins with a special welcome and transfer by unique London-style black cab. Hotel options include the elegant Ariyasom Villa or

INDEVCO Group Co-Sponsors Jounieh International Festival 2011

(Ajaltoun, Lebanon) 23 June 2011 – INDEVCO Group is co-sponsoring Jounieh International Festival 2011, to take place in the Old Souk of Jounieh, Lebanon, from 24 June – 3 July 2011. In line with the group’s community-oriented values, INDEVCO Group will support Jounieh Municipality’s joined effort with Phellipolis, a non-profit association, to revive the beautiful Old souk of Jounieh. The 10-day festival is comprised of many events, including a performance

Central Veterinary Associates, P.C. Offers Low-Cost Microchip Clinic at “Family …

VALLEY STREAM, NY — Central Veterinary Associates, P.C. and Bayside Animal Clinic are sponsoring a low-cost microchip clinic during the Friends of Fort Totten Parks’ 7th annual “Family Fun Day” on June 25. It will be held from noon to 3 p.m. at Fort Totten Parade Grounds, 422 Weaver Road in Bayside. For $25, veterinarians from Central Veterinary Associates, Bayside Animal Clinic will help protect your pet with a Home

Shridhar University Pilani Rajasthan Celebrates Fete de la Musique World Music D …

Many countries across the globe observed June 21 as the World Music Day. The legacy is said to have originated in France with Fete de la Musique, a music festival that began in 1982 due to the initiatives by Jack Lang, the French Minister of Culture. However, it is said that the American musician Joel Cohen had put the idea in 1976 itself. Incidentally this year June 21 also happens

Furniture From The Barn Showcases American-made, Reclaimed Barn Wood Furniture a …

Manayunk, PA, June 20, 2011 - Furniture designer and entrepreneur Kelly Kelly of Furniture From The Barn, will showcase her one-of-a kind, American-made reclaimed barn wood furniture pieces at the Manayunk Arts Festival, June 25 and 26 in Manayunk, Pennsylvania. Furniture From The Barn designs, builds and hand-finishes country chic furniture pieces made from reclaimed barn wood from 18th century barns that have aged to perfection. The workshop is located on

Join Comedian Mike Brooks On The Radio Talk Show Totally (In)Appropriate For “Li …

As Seen On P. Diddy's Bad Boys of Comedy, HBO Def Comedy Jam and BET Comic View | Join Us For An Exclusive Interview With Comedian Mike Brooks. Washington, DC (June 22, 2010) Join Totally (In)Appropriate this Thursday for “Life According To MIKE” Comedy Hour and an exclusive interview. We will chat with comedian Mike Brooks as he gives us a dose of “Life” infused with his side-splitting comedy.

1.2 Million People Turn Up The Heat At Scotiabank Toronto Caribbean Carnival

TORONTO -- The Festival Management Committee (FMC) today announced a new name to the Festival that has captured an audience of more than 1.2 million people annually on the August long weekend: The Scotiabank Toronto Caribbean Carnival. The Scotiabank Toronto Caribbean Carnival (STCC) will be back in July with the same line up of events featuring the Toronto Mas Band Association (TMBA), the Organization of Calypso Performing Artists and the Pannists,

INXS music now available for download

INXS is a rarity in the world of pop music – not only has the band survived for more than 30 years but remains beloved to both fans and critics. Originally called The Farriss Brothers in 1977 after three of the founding band members -- Andrew, Jon and Tim Farriss -- they changed their name to the far more memorable INXS. Although the band became world-famous, their strongest fan base

DALLAS EQUALITY RALLY TAPS PHOTO DOCUMENTARY CREATOR AS SPEAKER

Jason Beckett joins the roster of speakers at the North Texas March for Equality. 20 June, 2011 - Dallas, TX - Organizers of the annual North Texas March for Equality announced today that 'I AM EQUAL' Photo Documentary creator, Jason Beckett will join the roster of speakers set to address the crowd of marchers who will be gathered to commemorate the 42nd anniversary of the Stonewall Riots on June 25th

GamingModz seeks end to legal harassment in baseless claims over ‘gaming’ tradem …

MIAMI -- It’s time for the legal antics to end. GamerModz has wasted money and time with a baseless lawsuit against GamingModz that is dragging on and on, says GamingModz founder and CEO Alex Golubev. “I believe in competition, but legal harassment and court delays are not fair play,” says GamingModz founder and CEO Alex Golubev. “We hope that the court will agree with us that consumers -- not legal paperwork --

Sydney's Screenwise Acting School Opens Auditions For July Showreel Course

Auditions are now being held for the Screenwise Acting School's Showreel Course which begins in July. The yearlong course consists of two classes per week, 3 hours each in duration over four 10 week terms, with entry by audition only. Graduates of the Screenwise Showreel Course are proving that this Sydney acting school is a step above the rest. Australian actors George Houvardas (Packed To The Rafters), Tabrett Bethell (Legend of

ACTRESS ELISABETH ROHM CAST IN FEATURE FILM DARKROOM

Los Angeles, CA (June 16, 2011) –Actress Elisabeth Rohm has been cast in Darkroom, an independent feature written by Michaelbrent Collins, directed by Britt Napierand produced by Michael A. Liberty and Rob Stein.Rohm tackles the role of “Rachel,” starring opposite Kaylee DeFer(“Gossip Girl”), Christian Campbell, (Reefer Madness), Tobias Segal(Petunia), and Britne Oldford (“Skins”). The story centers on Defer’s character being charged with killing three friends in a horrific car accident.

Panasonic Develops its First 3D Home Theatre Projector

Wiesbaden, Germany, June 16, 2011 -- Panasonic Europe, today announced the development of a 3D Full HD home theatre projector, successor model to its award winning predecessor, the PT-AE4000E. In the PT-AE4000E, Panasonic used 2.35:1 extra wide aspect cinemascope viewing with its Lens Memory Feature. Now it expands the viewing experience to 3D, bringing a whole new level of large screen viewing experiences to the home. Panasonic has developed

CORDURA® Brand Fabric Featured in Stylish, Durable Rickshaw Sleeves for MacBook …

WICHITA, Kan. – June 15, 2011 – Rickshaw Bagworks, Inc., a San Francisco-based bag company, has unveiled a new line of sleeves for the MacBook Air® laptop computers and iPad® tablet computers that feature CORDURA® brand fabric. The sleeves are constructed with 1000D CORDURA® Classic fabric and are designed to provide simple, stylish computer protection for the urban commuter. Available in a variety of colors and styles, the Rickshaw sleeves are

Wisie, Inc. Launches New Website for Child Development Tools

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Atlanta, GA, June 16, 2011: Wisie, Inc. announces the launch of it's newest web site, WisieForKids.com. Wisie, Inc. was founded in 2006 by Tom Cramer, and after four years of research and development, it is launching a truly unique service for children and parents that provides child development tools to improve child behavior and improve parenting skills. WisieForKids.com is inventing the concept of personal self development … for kids.

The Michael Bolton Charities To Present A Benefit Concert During The 2011 Travel …

CROMWELL, Conn., June 14, 2011- Travelers Championship officials today announced that GRAMMY Award - winning artist, Michael Bolton will return to Connecticut to support this year’s tournament. Bolton, who will compete in the Travelers Celebrity Pro-Am on Wednesday, June 22, will also perform a benefit concert at The Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts to raise funds for The Michael Bolton Charities for Children & Women at Risk, with other

Salads from the Orient at India Jones, Trident, Nariman Point, Mumbai

Mumbai, June 14, 2011 – Revel in the mystic ambience of the monsoons at India Jones, with an array of delectable Pan Asian salads from China, Japan, Vietnam and Thailand, from June 17 - 26, 2011, at Trident, Nariman Point, Mumbai. The team of chefs at India Jones presents an array of wholesome salads, with healthy vegetables, meat and seafood, tossed in traditional Oriental flavours; known as ‘Sunomono’ in Japan,

Tokyo Rosenthal Rides Up The Charts

Chapel Hill, NC - Rock & Sock Records recording artist from Chapel Hill, North Carolina, Tokyo Rosenthal, has blasted on to the Americana Charts with his latest release, "Who Was That Man?". "Toke" reached the lofty position of # 5 on the very significant FAR Chart (.tcmnradio.com/far/). He followed that achievement at # 8 on both the Euro Americana and Alternate Roots charts respectively. He also just debuted

TEEN COUNTRY SINGER, Anna Craig, Announces Release of First Official Music Video …

“Come Back Home” a popular country track from the Anna Craig EP, has already been voted a favorite by fans. The official video was filmed in Hartselle, Alabama, directed by Gwena Sims. Expat Record’s Anna Craig announces the release of her first music video. The video of her popular song “Come Back Home” was filmed in her hometown of Hartselle, Alabama (U.S.A.) in May. The video was directed by Gwena Sims,

Mississippi Rapper/Producer J. Skillz Signs With Expat Records.

The Acclaimed Underground Hip Hop Artist and CEO Of A.N.B.O.S. Music & Entertainment Will Be Releasing His Latest EP ‘I’m From Mississippi’ In July 2011. J. Skillz is an acclaimed artist/producer from Carthage, Mississippi and also the founder and C.E.O. of A.N.B.O.S. Music & Entertainment, an independent label based out of Jackson, MS. The Mississippi rapper has been a very active figure on the underground hip hop scene since 2006, receiving

Pure Entertainment Group redefines the word "bespoke concierge" with its luxury …

Bespoke concierge company, Pure Entertainment Group continue to offer custom made luxury travel solutions to discerning individuals and corporate clients around the world From premium access to high-profile international sporting and lifestyle events such as the Roland Garros French Open, the Championships Wimbledon, the Monaco Grand Prix, the US Open, and Paris Fashion Week, to exceptional villa rentals and yachts for charter for demanding clients, to hard-to-get reservations to the best

KLIM® Enduro Rider Pants Go Full Throttle On Durability

WICHITA, Kan. – June 14, 2011 – INVISTA announces the adoption of CORDURA® fabric in a new apparel line powered by KLIM®. CORDURA® fabrics are used throughout the collection’s premium line of pants specially designed for “enduro”motorcycle riders. "We needed a fabric that would withstand the challenges of the outdoor elements and the demands and rigors of extreme riders,” said KLIM® U.S. director of marketing, John Summers. “Renowned

TECH-SAVVY BUSINESS LEADERS STILL PREFER PRINTED NEWS ON THE MOVE

-Research by PrivateFly.com shows that UK senior executives embrace technology in the office, but most still prefer paper-based reading for travel- Almost three quarters (74 per cent) of the UK’s business leaders are sticking to old habits when it comes to receiving news on the move despite embracing a wide range of technologies in the office. That’s one of the findings from a survey by the online private jet booking

Internationally-Renowned Performer Opens Largest Circus Training Space in Midwes …

Aloft Circus Arts announces opening of its new studio, the Aloft Loft, in Chicago, Illinois. On June 1st, 2011 the performers of Aloft Circus Arts mesmerized and thrilled the guests at the Chicago Peninsula Hotel's anniversary party; stilted performers greeted the guests outside, while inside the guests were treated to top-tier aerial and ground performances throughout the evening. Once considered as taboo, the circus arts are quickly gaining popularity as

Sky Zone Announces Its First Location in Indianapolis, Indiana

The Creator of the World's First All-Trampoline Walled Playing Court Is Ready For Play INDIANAPOLIS, IN (June 14, 2011) Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park, creator of the world's first all-trampoline, walled playing court, announces it has awarded its newest facility in Indianapolis, IN this year. Sky Zone is the ultimate 3-D play experience for teens, parents and kids to jump, leap and defy gravity on the patented all-trampoline walled playing court. Sky

Smart Kids Group CEO Richard Shergold does another interview with ChartPoppers.c …

ChartPoppers.com announced today that a new second audio interview with Smart Kids Group Inc. (OTCBB: SKGP) is now available. The interview can be viewed at ChartPoppers.com/iReports We Inspire Vision! Smart Kids Group, Inc. (OTCBB: SKGP) Smart Kids Group develops, distributes and licenses quality children's character based Edutainment products through a variety of media including television, DVD, retail, direct marketing, and the Internet. For more information about the company,

RA Sushi Honors International Sushi Day with Complimentary Tootsy Maki

Palm Beach Gardens, Fla. – On June 18, 2011, RA Sushi Bar Restaurant is celebrating International Sushi Day, an informal holiday created to encourage sushi lovers around the world to eat more sushi. In honor of this special day, anyone who “likes” RA Sushi on Facebook can print a special offer good for one complimentary Tootsy Maki, redeemable at one of RA Sushi’s 25 locations nationwide. To make this holiday

Smokehouse Grille & Wingery to Launch Second Location in Boca Raton This July

BOCA RATON, Fla.-Smokehouse Grille & Wingery, the area’s first authentic smokehouse dining concept located at 2257 North Federal Highway in Boca Raton is launching its second location this July in West Boca Raton at the former location of the Thirsty Turtle, located at 9908 Yamato Road. The expansion marks a significant achievement for the privately owned barbecue establishment, which first launched to the area nearly one year

Avail the Most Accurate Betting Tips from the highly Successful Tipster Platform

BetterTipster with ts vast knowledge and great expertise in betting offers most reliable and accurate horse betting tips for bettors and traders. 08 June 2011: Every bettor place a bet with the objective to win big and attractive amount in horse racing betting and with bettertipster.co.uk around, bettors can be pretty confident of achieving it too. Horse racing tipster services offered by BetterTipster is highly lucrative yet inexpensive, thereby providing great

Musician Arvel Bird Returns to Alabama and Tennessee After Run-In With Deadly Tw …

Wife Kimberly survives deadly F5 tornado in Ider, Alabama. Dog perishes. CHATTANOOGA, TN (June 6, 2011) – Internationally acclaimed Native American flutist and violinist Arvel Bird is excited to return to Alabama for a small, intimate performance, at Globe Unplugged in Florence, AL on June 11 at 5 p.m. From there he’ll return to Chattanooga, TN where his wife ended up being transported after being buried in the rubble

Dozens Of Celebrities Scheduled For Next Weekend's Wizard World Philadelphia Com …

More than 50 celebrities, representing many of the most iconic and popular movies, television programs and entertainment outlets, are scheduled to attend next weekend's Wizard World Philadelphia Comic Con, June 17-19 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center. Among the leading stars to appear are Bruce Campbell, Adam Baldwin, Bill Goldberg, Pam Grier, Vivica A. Fox, Julie Benz and Billy Dee Williams. Some of the most prominent franchises in movie and television

Hustle Hard Entertainment signs early with Hollywood PR mogul, J.D.Wilson

Hustle Hard Entertainment may be the new kids on the block, but they are making some smart and strategic moves in this game like vets. Mike Snapat, COO and Management of HHE announced last friday that they were bringing on a powerhouse to the team. "I'm excited to work with her. I've heard her name buzz through the industry lately, and we really wanted her to help us on our

MARCH FOR EQUALITY BRINGS HISTORIC PHOTO DOCUMENTARY TO DALLAS

Record-breaking ‘I AM EQUAL’ photo project comes to The Lone Star State 25-JUNE-2011. 7 JUN. 2011 – Dallas, TX – With a renewed commitment to expand the “equality” conversation beyond the LGBT community and reinforce the fact that “gay rights are human rights,” organizers of the North Texas March for Equality announced today that international fashion photographer Matt Spencer will bring his record-breaking photo documentary, the ‘I AM EQUAL’ project, to

Local Gardeners Deploy Muck and Magic to Raise Funds for Charity

Local gardeners Linda and Toni Hankins are working frantically to prepare their garden for a public opening on the 2nd and 3rd of July as part of the National Gardens Scheme. Their substantial one and a half acres garden, at Davenport Farm, Arthur Lane in Ainsworth, is one of only a handful in Greater Manchester to qualify for the scheme and the only open garden in the Bolton and Bury

A date to remember with celebrities at Water Kingdom

Mumbai, 6th June, 2011: Water Kingdom recently concluded their 13th anniversary celebrations on 5th June, 2011 with much gusto. The response received was tremendous and revelers enjoyed their time to the fullest at Water Kingdom, with fantabulous celebrities performing to best of the remixed music. Water Kingdom’s one and a half month anniversary celebration was a much-needed pause that refreshed and reinforced the visitors to enjoy the summer

Toronto barbershops are helping fathers get involved with their children, report …

AboutKidsHealth, leading online source of children’s health information, looks into a grassroots program run in barbershops in Toronto,which encourages black fathers to get involved in the lives of their children. Anthony Davis, better known as Peculiar-I, is a "regular" at Toronto's J.C. Hair Salon & Barbers. "It's good to be back," he says, during his most recent visit. "It feels like it's been too long." But unlike most, if not all,

Award Winning Children’s Book Author (MAX), Child Actor, and Emmy Nominated Writ …

Authors Anthony M.T. Majewski and Maximus team up with John Coleman Demers of the multi award nominated and winning, The Rusty Bucket Kids along with Emmy® nominated composer Craig Brandwynne to create “Read With Max” original music and song “Look At Me Now.” Grosse Pointe Woods, Mich., June. 03, 2011 – If you are not familiar with Max, he is an Award winning Children’s Book Author (Dog) of "Dogs Move Too!

MAX Agency Toronto Model and Actors are Heating up Television sets and Photo Stu …

It’s the first week of June and MAX Agency has been incredibly busy with a numerous number of submissions, auditions and bookings. Toronto, ON, June 01, 2011 - Even though June is just starting, summer is in full swing and already heating up, especially for Max Agency Toronto, being the highly recognized successful model and talent management agency representing men, women and children. It’s the first week of June and MAX Agency

Reality TV Star Dylan Dilinjah From 'Making The Band' Signs New Record Deal With …

Dylan, star of Diddy’s MTV reality show for three seasons, has announced his signing to Indie label, Expat Records. Dylan Dilinjah who beat over 40,000 hopefuls to become one of the final 6 members to be selected to form the group ‘Daband’ on MTV’s hit TV show ‘Making The Band’ went on to achieve Platinum success and worldwide TV recognition. After the shows contractual end Dylan travelled on 2

Epoque Hotels Announces New Hotel Denit

A new Barcelona property in the collection of worldwide hip boutique hotels, a hotel of the Majestic Hotel Group Miami, FL, May 31, 2011 - A new boutique hotel has joined Epoque Hotels’s Collection in Barcelona: Hotel Denit. Hotel Denit is located in a renovated old building in Barcelona’s historic quarters, just within a stone’s throw of Paseo de Gracia and the popular Ramblas: the ideal starting point for any sightseeing tour

“K-Pop Duo NORAZO Unfolds a SUPER Performance with the World’s Largest LED Scree …

Popular K-Pop duo group NORAZO, known for their experimental and often innovative performances, recorded over 1 million visits to their second music video of their hit song, “Superman,” after releasing it onto Youtube. (youtube.com/superledlg) The performance was sensational in that the artists used the gigantic “Media Façade” at Seoul Square in downtown Seoul, the largest LED (Light Emitting Diode) canvas in the world on a single building consisting of approximately 42,000

Mallusherald releases a new layout

Mallusherald, a celebrity news blog has released a totally new layout to make the site more navigable. Mallusherald’s new layout is optimized so as to highlight all the important and latest updates and news from Malayalam movies and related niche. When asked about the new design, Arvind Ranabhat the manager of Mallusherald.com said, “We are very pleased to introduce this new layout of Mallusherald. With an aim to enhance navigation on

TV Star And Hollywood Actress Angelique Bates AKA ‘Alizay’ Signs Record Deal Wit …

The renowned Californian actress and star of Nickelodeon's #1 hit, television show, ‘All That’ has chosen to focus on her music career by partnering with the Indie label to release her debut album. Angelique ‘Alizay’ Bates, a Californian native from Haitian/Native American Indian decent shot to fame in the Nickelodeon's #1 hit, television show, All That, a sketch comedy show that she appeared in for 2 Seasons. Her performances continue to

PB Millionaire To Sponsor First Annual Miss Pacific Beach Contest

The first ever Miss Pacific Beach Contest will be held on September 14th at 7:00PM in Pacific Beach at PB Bar & Grill. SAN DIEGO, CA, May 29, 2011 -- The first ever Miss Pacific Beach Contest will be held on September 14th at 7:00PM in Pacific Beach at PB Bar & Grill. According to Jim Lawlor, locally known as the PB Millionaire, the contest will be an annual event. Lawlor

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