Press Releases by Category Leisure, Entertainment, Miscellaneous
East End Walk to End Alzheimer’s to be Held August 25
Alzheimer’s Association Long Island is inviting Eastern Long Island residents to unite in a movement to reclaim the future for millions by participating in the East End Walk to End Alzheimer’s on August 25. This year’s walk will begin at Downtown Riverhead’s Grangebel Park on Peconic Avenue and end at the Long Island Aquarium & Exhibition Center (formerly known as Atlantis Marine World), located at 431 Main Street in Riverhead.…
RARE SOVIET HELICOPTER TO FLY AT THUNDER OVER CEDAR CREEK AIRSHOW 2012
Cold War Air Museum is proud to present its Mi-24 Hind helicopter at the Thunder Over Cedar Creek Airshow 2012 on July 7. This marks the first time the aircraft has made an appearance at this central Texas airshow.
Show attendees can take a tour of the crew cabin or sit in the cockpit of this heavily armored helicopter. Later they can watch as the Hind takes to the air and…
Welcome Kollenfest!
One of Norway´s most visited tourist attractions, Oslo´s Holmenkollen, will host a new festival this year. The “Kollenfest” will happen June 29th and June 30th. Where normally the crowd is cheering to ski- jumpers, music fans from all over Norway and beyond will watch and listen to headliners RIHANNA and KISS plus some 20 more artists, including Noel Gallagher´s High Flying Birds, Billy Idol, Turbonegro and others.
eps scandinavia is…
Kiwaii Announces Authentic New Label Design
Hellertown, PA—July 2, 2012– Kiwaii True New Zealand Spring Water wants everyone to know exactly where their pure natural spring water comes from. That’s why Premium Healthy Spring Water Inc. (PHSW) announced today that the company has modified the design of the Kiwaii brand bottle. The new labels started hitting store shelves in June.
Kiwaii formerly had a picture of a New Zealand waterfall on the label. Kiwaii’s clear…
“Turn the Lights Off” is Steadily Climbing the Charts
Superstar 9000 is Taking Over the Summer with His New Hit Single
Atlanta, GA, June 31, 2012 - If you’re a Superstar 9000 fan then you’re in for a major treat. The Atlanta Emcee has released the official single of the summer. For the past few years Superstar 9000 has been quietly building his fan-base. He has been secretly taking the Atlanta Hip-Hop/Rock market by storm. Superstar 9000 first…
Jimmy McNichol is 51 Years Old & Back
This week, actor Jimmy McNichol celebrates his 51st birthday with bittersweet memories and the release of “Night Warning” on DVD.
Actor, musician, environmentalist Jimmy McNichol, (a.k.a. James Vincent McNichol III,) is celebrating his 51st birthday on July 2nd, and his return to TV and film. From the late 1960’s to the early 1990’s, actor Jimmy McNichol’s face was “the face seen everywhere” on television and the big screen, which is exactly…
Huntington Beach 4th of July Parade Photographs
With the 2012 Huntington Beach Parade fast approaching, HuntingtonBeachParade.com is pleased to announce that it has published over 600 photos from the 2011 Huntington Beach 4th of July Parade.
The Huntington Beach 4th of July Parade photos include marching bands, military honor guards, various veterans organizations, colorful floats, vintage automobiles, local community organizations and businesses, multiple military flyovers, and much more.
The annual Huntington Beach 4th of July Parade is…
Save-A-Pet Names Erica Kutzing Director of Operations
(Port Jefferson Station, NY) —Save-A-Pet Animal Rescue and Adoption Center, Inc. has announced that Erica Kutzing has become the shelter’s new Director of Operations.
When she was 13 years old, Ms. Kutzing earned the Junior Volunteer Award from Save-A-Pet, which commended all of the good work she was doing for the center. Her volunteer work consisted of cleaning, feeding, socializing, training and caring for the animals. She also took on the…
Pacheco, Pérez, Capullo Among Superstar Creators To Attend 2012 Wizard World Chi …
An All-Star lineup of comic and toy creators, including notables Carlos Pacheco, George Pérez, Greg Capullo, J. Scott Campbell and many others from around the world will populate Artist Alley at Wizard World Chicago Comic Con, August 9-12 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center. Among the special guests are five Eisner Award winners, including Hall of Famer Stan Lee, and eight nominees of the prestigious honor.
In addition to…
Indie Rock Band This is she, Release Debut EP Nobody is Ok July 3rd
Featuring the powerful single “grow up”
Los Angeles, CA, June 28, 2012 - This Is She is about to turn lives upside down with the release of their new 6-song EP, Nobody Is Ok, gigs at mega events like Summerfest, a performance with Cobra Starship later this year and the release of their video for the single “Grow Up”. With success biting at their heels, This Is She steps outside the…
And again: eps rocks at the Ring and in the Park
Low temperatures and forecasts of heavy rainfall have never managed to put off any true festival fan. As was again proven during the weekend of 1st – 3rd June, 2012. A possibly record-breaking number of spectators – 86,500 – were counted by the event organiser Marek Lieberberg at his cult festival "Rock am Ring" or, for short, "RAR", which was held at the Nurburgring in Germany's Eifel mountains, and another…
It’s Another Contemporary Jazz Home Run for Project Grand Slam with The Joyfully …
When is the last time a jazz ensemble named after the nefarious scheme of a James Bond villain packed such a solidly melodic and grooving punch?
Hollywood, CA, June 27, 2012 - Project Grand Slam, named by leader Robert Miller as a play on “Goldfinger”’s plan to steal all the gold from Fort Knox, is probably the first—and he and PGS are up to plenty of melodic and grooving wonder this…
Mayor Allan M. Dorman Announces Groundbreaking of Village of Islandia Commons
Mayor Allan M. Dorman, Village of Islandia, has announced that a groundbreaking ceremony will take place on June 30 at 10:00 a.m. at the building which formerly housed the In & Out Deli. The building is located at 16 South Bedford Avenue in Islandia (corner of Old Nichols Road and South Bedford Avenue).
Mayor Dorman will also announce that the building has been purchased by the village and will be renamed…
Grand Central Oyster Bar's Sandy Ingber Anoints Duck Island Petites® July “Oyste …
Duck Island Petites®, fresh from Long Island’s K & B Seafood, will fly into the Grand Central Oyster Bar as the July “Oyster of the Month,” so anointed by the “Bishop of Bivalves,” executive chef Sandy Ingber.
Duck Island Petites®, priced at $2.25 per oyster, “are a wonderful, medium, briny oyster from Long Island Sound that aficionados simply rave about,” says Ingber. “It is a true, cocktail-sized…
Tokyo-based Sweet Soul Records Announces Latest Compilation Album Release, “Worl …
"World Soul Collective Vol.1” features talented independent soul artists from around the world. Sweet Soul Records has selected their most promising independent international artists and created a next-generation world soul compilation album.
Tokyo, Japan – June 20, 2012: Today, SWEET SOUL RECORDS announced the official release of their latest compilation album, “World Soul Collective Vol.1. With this latest release, Sweet Soul Records again demonstrates their commitment to bringing soul music…
Oberoi Hotels & Resorts introduces ‘Oberoi Experiences’ – Special Family Experie …
Oberoi Hotels & Resorts introduces ‘Oberoi Experiences’ – Special Family Experiences
Serene surrounding, luxurious rooms, legendary service - The Oberoi Group brings you all this and much more!
New Delhi, June 18, 2012: Experience the most memorable holiday with your family and friends by visiting Oberoi Hotels & Resorts.
Create memories that last a lifetime with ‘Oberoi Experiences’. A junior chef programe, kite decoration and kite flying, picnic in the woods,…
Animals Available for Adoption at Save-A-Pet
(Port Jefferson Station, NY) — Save-A-Pet Animal Rescue and Adoption Center, Inc. has the following animals available for adoption.
Save-A-Pet recently took in nine Shepherd Mix puppies named Jodie, Jigs, Janie, Jerry, Jacob and Jojo. The puppies are only several weeks old and each one is cuter than the next. These sweet pups are looking for loving families, preferably with children to play with.
Milo is an adorable four-year-old Poodle/Bichon mix. When…
Crates: Remix Fundamentals Volume 1 creates big buzz across the country
CRates: Remix fundamentals Volume 1 hits number one on the amazon electronica chart and recieves early rave reviews
Los Angeles, CA, June 23, 2012 - Recently Hidden Beach announced their plans to kick off the summer with the launch of a new remix compilation series entitled CRATES: REMIX FUNDAMENTALS. The first volume features an eclectic collection of Jill Scott hits remixed and re-grooved by some of the music industry’s best DJ’s…
2012 Proves Banner Year for American Rock Band Heart with New Studio Album & Har …
Legacy Recordings Releasing Fanatic, The Hard-Rock Successor to 2010'S Top 10 Debut Red Velvet Car, on Tuesday, October 2 . "Kicking and Dreaming: A Story of Heart, Soul and Rock and Roll," The Revelatory Memoir by Ann & Nancy Wilson On Sale Tuesday, September 18
New York, NY, June 23, 2012 - With Heart's Fanatic, a new studio album, and Kicking and Dreaming, an insiders' memoir, arriving this fall, 2012 is…
ANIMATED Indie Rock Band The Glammers Release New Single and Video For “Double L …
Second Single Launches for The Glammers from their New Self Titled Album available at Amazon and Itunes June 26th
Los Angeles, CA, June 23, 2012 - After releasing their first single and video for “Six Hours Later”, the animated rock trio has released their second single “Double Life” as a teaser for their highly anticipated full-length debut release due out June 26th. The catchy single, “Double Life” is available to download…
Chaske Spencer to Exhibit His Photography
The Twilight star’s never before seen photography will be exhibited at the Dream Hotel for one night only.
Los Angeles, CA (June 25, 2012) – On Thursday, July 12th, Chaske Spencer, star of the Twilight Saga film series will be exhibiting his photography, along with the work of photographer Nadia Itani. The exhibit will be displayed at “THE BAR” Dream Hotel, who is donating their space as well as wine…
US Singer Joe Francis’ releases the Special Olympics charity single “Waiting On …
“Special Olympics touches people’s lives in a similar way to how a great song can touch people’s lives.
Tempe, AZ, June 22, 2012 - “Special Olympics touches people’s lives in a similar way to how a great song can touch people’s lives. It moves them, excites them and can be inspirational. Special Olympics athletes inspire me.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vk2xbrNMMzo
Learning disabilities have plagued my immediate family for years starting with yours-truly. For years I struggled…
Grand Central Oyster Bar Offers Louisiana Catfish Special On National Catfish Da …
The Grand Central Oyster Bar in New York City will literally be the “cat’s meow” on Monday, June 25, when the historic eatery “below sea level” at Grand Central Terminal celebrates “National Catfish Day.”
Executive chef Sandy Ingber will put forth a special entrée that is sure to have catfish-lovers salivating: Espresso-Ancho Rubbed and Grilled Louisiana Catfish Filet with Lemon Cayenne Sauce with Cornbread is priced at $22.95 and will…
Blink launches innovative website to buy and sell experiences
Blink launches innovative website to buy and sell experiences
Blink Collective is a revolutionary new platform that allows individuals with talents and skills to earn money through offering their services to people who are looking to get more out of life, whilst simultaneously developing their own people and teaching skills. Specialising in the food and drink sector, Blink Collective boasts over 600 listings spanning the whole of the UK, making it…
Hyatt Regency Schaumburg Honored For Hospitality Superiority
Schaumburg, Illinois – June 21, 2012 – Hyatt Regency Schaumburg, Chicago today announced that it has received a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence award for its first-rate hospitality. This coveted honor, which is extended to qualifying businesses worldwide, rewards those that consistently attain outstanding traveler reviews on TripAdvisor.
“We’re extremely pleased to receive this special recognition from TripAdvisor,” said Keith Hess, General Manager at Hyatt Regency Schaumburg, Chicago. “As our goal…
A 'Herculean' Addition: Kevin Sorbo To Attend 2012 Wizard World Chicago Comic Co …
Kevin Sorbo, known across the globe for his portrayal of the title character in the popular “Hercules: The Legendary Journeys” series, will appear as a special guest at Wizard World Chicago Comic Con, August 9-12 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center. Sorbo, who has enjoyed continuous success on television for the past 20 years, will meet fans, sign autographs and pose for photos at Wizard World's longest running…
Nine-Year-Old Olivia Grenci Shows How Special Summer Can Be for Everyone at Camp …
(Center Moriches, NY) — For over 60 years, Camp Pa-Qua-Tuck has been a unique haven for special-needs children and their families. For Sal and Doreen Grenci’s daughter Olivia, who had been diagnosed with autism, the camp has proven to be a special place where “summer is for everyone.”
When Olivia attended the camp’s weekend respite session two years ago, it was the first time she spent more than a single…
Central Veterinary Associates Urges Pet Owners to Keep Pets Safe in Hot Weather
VALLEY STREAM, NY — With today being the first day of summer and temperatures reaching over 90 degrees, pet owners should take special care in ensuring their pet’s safety. Central Veterinary Associates offers these tips to keep pets safe and happy through the hottest days.
● Prevent heat stroke and passing out — Older, overweight and sick pets should not be allowed to spend a lot of time outside in…
Bowling Complex at North Hills changes Restaurant to Sports Bar
Effective May 2012, Sparians in Raleigh’s North Hills complex has changed from an upscale Restaurant to a more casual Sports Bar. “We listened to our guest’s feedback and determined that a sports feel would be a better compliment to the bowling and provide fun, interactive entertainment” says Chris Angel, Managing Partner. The changes include modifying the menu to offer social food with over 80% of the items at…
Introducing the ColorStorm™ Spinning Sprinkler
Manitowoc, WI – June 19th, 2012 – With the hot summer months upon us, Dramm introduces a brand new Sprinkler to the ColorStorm™ Sprinkler family, the new ColorStorm™ Spinning Sprinkler has a beautiful spray pattern, works well with low water pressure, comes in Dramm’s 6 bright rainbow colors and is available at your local independent garden center as well as many online sources including amazon.com.
The new ColorStorm™ Spinning…
Exclusive Dinner At Hyatt Regency Chicago Comes Up Big For Charity
The Food Revolution and local non-profit Purple Asparagus benefit greatly from delectable June 1 event
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS (June 19, 2012) – A large and hungry crowd turned out for an exclusive dinner at Hyatt Regency Chicago on Friday night, June 1 for two worthy causes— The Food Revolution in Los Angeles and local non-profit Purple Asparagus.
“Dinner for Food Revolution & Purple Asparagus” was coordinated by Chicago-based Johanna M. Cook, who, as…
Dr. Leigh-Davis Votes Scott Disick for the Nobel Prize
“The Real Deal” radio show, hosted by Dr. Leigh-Davis, continues its special Reality TV series, with an upcoming episode on the future of Reality TV as we know it, and a digression on Scott Disick’s role in the Kardashian family.
Although “The Real Deal, hosted by Dr. Leigh-Davis” radio show, is known for its in depth exposés on people like Christopher Hitchens, and its music shows; by popular demand, a series…
Shadow Of The Werewolf Relaunches On IndieGoGo!
Independent filmmaker, Joseph D. Peters, has relaunched “Shadow of the Werewolf” on IndieGoGo. Joseph wrote the script and will be directing the film on location in Argentina. Joseph and his co-producer, Simon Barron traveled to Buenos Aires to scout locations and meet with actors, talent agencies and production companies.
Joseph has always had an interest in the werewolf creature over the years. He researched and discovered the…
Award-winning You’ve been Sentenced! word game launches Country Music Edition at …
Game manufacturer McNeill Designs for Brighter Minds (in partnership with Nashville Music Guide) hosted its celebrity charity event during country music’s biggest week on Thursday afternoon, June 7, at the Hard Rock Café in downtown Nashville, TN. Recording artist and television host, Mark Wills [“3 Gun Nation” (Versus Network)], acted as the game host wooing the crowd while nearly 20 celebrity participants put on their game faces to play…
Perreaux Announces US Release of 32-bit USB DAC Preamplifier
Perreaux, a designer and manufacturer of home audio equipment, announced the U.S. release of their new high resolution audio preamplifier, the Audiant DP32. A fully balanced analog preamplifier with on-board 32-bit/192kHz DAC and asynchronous USB audio streaming, the Audiant DP32 is well-equipped to playback today’s high resolution digital music.
“The DP32 raises the bar both for sound performance and musical enjoyment,” said Martin van Rooyen, Perreaux managing director. “With ultra-low distortion…
eps to support Ozzy & Friends in Malmö, June 2nd
It was some sad news for all the waiting fans out there when 3 months after announcing a Black Sabbath reunion tour for summer 2012 the band has reshuffled its plans in light of guitarist Tony Iommi´s battle with Iymphoma.
Black Sabbath will now play only one show in their original line-up (Donnington, UK, June 10th) while the rest of the shows will find a replacement by “Ozzy & Friends” with…
WWE® Superstar John Cena® To Appear Thursday, August 9, At 2012 Wizard World Chi …
WWE® Superstar John Cena® will appear as a special guest on Thursday, August 9, Opening Day at Wizard World Chicago Comic Con at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, it was announced today by Wizard World. Cena will be on hand at the event from 4-8 p.m., and will meet fans, sign autographs and pose for professional photo ops.
Cena's appearance kicks off an expanded, full four-day Wizard World Chicago…
Lucky Kat TV and “Retro Bill” Collaborate to take Safety and Anti-Bullying Messa …
Retro Bill - the alter ego of writer, producer and director Bill Russ - delivers a powerful message to children across the nation - dreams do come true.
Los Angeles, CA, June 13, 2012 - Lucky Kat TV.com announces a partnership with D.A.R.E.’s (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) Official Safety Buddy, “Retro Bill.” The popular celebrity spokesperson, awards show host, and one-man safety, self-esteem and anti-bullying crusader will appear on the Lucky…
2012 Winter Guard International Championship Medalists Favor Yamaha
DAYTON, Ohio — At the 2012 Winter Guard International (WGI) Indoor Percussion World Championships, ensembles playing on Yamaha marching percussion instruments took away one-third of all the medals awarded at the world's largest indoor percussion competition, including seven medals or 30 percent of the total awards.
Some of the top winners include 1st Chino Hills High School (CA) and 2nd Dartmouth High School (MA) who took first and second respectively in Scholastic World;…
Gin & Juice web radio is taking off!
Non-stop, 24 hours, 7 days a week free stream. Daily updated music of 20 DJ's and presenters from around the world. For our German speaking audience, we offer in addition news and information. We play the current chart breakers and hits from various genres. Tech House, Deep House, House, Techno, Trance, to Reggae, Dubstep, Hip Hop, R & B, Funk, Jazz and Latin music. To specialy mention our special…
Wisconsinmade.com Partners with Operation Gratitude to Honor U.S. Military for I …
In honor of Independence Day, a Madison area business, Wisconsinmade.com, wants to recognize the American troops who make sacrifices, sometimes the ultimate, so the rest of us can enjoy our freedom. Wisconsinmade.com will donate $1 to Operation Gratitude for every new "Like" on their Facebook page from June 26th to July 5th, up to $1,000.
Operation Gratitude is a non-profit organization that sends care packages to deployed troops…
Galbetta.de supports Greece with Shakira´s hot T-Shirt. Rescue Greece with ebay …
Munich/ Rosenheim, 07. June 2012
The leading provider of entertainment memorabilia in the internet, galbetta.de, starts a charity auction for Greece on eBay Germany, the auction begins on 08. June 2012 and ends 10 days later.
"Underneath your clothes" in Great Britain
We don’t know if it was too hot, when Shakira gave her exclusive unplugged concert in the UK, it is clear however, that Shakira stripped off her T-Shirt, which was torn,…
Wayne Baker Brooks has more "Tricks Up His Sleeves"
CHICAGO, IL - Blues Island Records announces the release of Wayne Baker Brooks' new track "I Can Read Your Mind" from the much-anticipated EP "Tricks Up My Sleeves."
Brooks commemorates the beginning of "Black Music Month" and pays homage to all the Blues Legends we've lost recently with this new track. Blues Island Records makes the digital release of his new single available online June 5th just in time for…
Hillside High Alum selected as Harvard Business School Executive Diversity Fello …
June 6, 2012 (Durham, NC) – Durham native and Hillside High School alumni, Charles Belk, has been selected as one of three Diversity Fellows for the 2012 Cable Executive Management at Harvard Business School.
The Cable Executive Management at Harvard Business School sponsored by CTAM Educational Foundation (aka CTAM U) is a world-class management development experience for high potential cable and media executives in an elite business school environment. The…
Singles Charity Ball to Cure 200 Blind People
The leading singles organizations of the San Francisco Bay Area co-sponsor their annual fundraiser for The Seva Foundation, July 28, 2012.
San Rafael, CA, June 5, 2012 -- Contact: Tom Andrews, 415/507-9962
The leading singles organizations of the Bay Area are co-sponsoring The 6th Annual Singles Charity Ball, Saturday, July 28, 2012, 8pm-Midnight, at the Westin St Francis Hotel on Union Square, California Ballroom, 335 Powell Street, San Francisco CA 94102. 100%…
Puchstein Promotions Adds 2 More Vero Beach Shows to Schedule, August 17-19 and …
Puchstein Promotions, long known as one of the premier antique show promoters in the country, is expanding its list of highly successful South Florida shows with the introduction of two new shows – the Vero Beach Antiques and Vintage Show! Don’t miss either of these 2 exciting and innovative shows, August 17,18,19 and October 26,27,28 at the Indian River County Fairgrounds.
The extremely popular Vero Beach Winter Antiques Extravaganza has…
One Concierge Unveils New Private Membership Options
After almost a year of secrecy, One Concierge, a global concierge & lifestyle brand, is once again, opening its doors to new members. In 2011, One Concierge made headlines when it announced that it would no longer be taking new applications for membership to its global private membership programs. “We have always received a lot of interest in our private membership programs,” stated Dustyn Shroff, COO, One Concierge, “We initially…
Breast Cancer Help, Inc. Hosts 5th Annual Bill Evans Celebrity Golf Outing
(Bay Shore, New York) — Breast Cancer Help, Inc., a not-for-profit grass roots organization, will hold its 5th Annual Bill Evans Celebrity Golf Outing on Thursday, September 27 at Island Hills Golf Club, located at 458 Lakeland Avenue, Sayville, NY 11782. Tee-off is at noon.
The cost is $200.00 per person for a round of golf, or $750.00 for a foursome. The cost for two foursomes is $1,450.00. Ticket price includes…
Wanted: Culinary Delights for the Hahnemühle Watercolour competition
Gemany´s oldest artist paper manufacturer announces the deadline for the painting competition for watercolour painters: themed 'Culinary Delights', this year, the contest will end on 30th June 2012. The pictures wanted for the Hahnemühle Calendar 2013 comprise refined dishes, traditional and local specialities, exotic fruit or still lifes as if from paradise. In the third international watercolour competition the pictures have to be a true feast for the eyes.
"In…
MOOYAH HIRES WYATT HURT AS NEW SENIOR DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS
(Dallas, TX) May 29, 2012 – As a pizza business veteran with more than 17 years of deep dish experience, Wyatt Hurt is a man who knows restaurants. But as of this spring he’s teamed up with better burger leader MOOYAH Burgers Fries & Shakes to help streamline franchise operations and grow the business from 35 locations into hundreds.
The new senior director of operations was formerly with fast casual…
