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AVON, Conn., Sept. 1, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Paragon Insurance Holdings, LLC, in its continuing bid to diversify and expand into the global specialty markets, today announces the acquisition of Reel Media, LLC, a leading provider of insurance solutions for the broader entertainment and sports industries.

NASHVILLE, Tenn., Aug. 31, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — High Mountain Breezes today announced the release of their first video “Why Do We Love Music?” The video is being released following the successful launch of their first album back in early 2022, “Daddy’s Margarita Rose.” The Record is now available on Amazon Music, Apple Music, Spotify, You-Tube and many other major streaming services.

CUDWORTH, Saskatchewan, Aug. 31, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — A harrowing story of painful illness and the damage alcoholism has on a family, “Silently Said: A Journey Through Illness and Addiction” (ISBN: 978-0228811848) is the first in the new “Silence” series by Diana Lee.

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Aug. 25, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Black Hollywood Education Resource Center (BHERC) is proud to welcome an incredible lineup of Films, Filmmakers and Healthcare Professionals to the stage of speakers for our 28th Annual Film Festival and First Annual Health Conference: “SUPLLEMENTALLY”: Mastering Mental and Brain Health After the Pandemic Across the Globe: Recovery, Healing, Hope, Reimage, taking place August 27, 2022, Cinemark 18 & XD, 6081 Center Drive, Los Angeles and virtually.

NEW YORK, N.Y. and FLINT, Mich., Aug. 25, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Jonathan McKay, operating as the Project Manager for the Genesee County COVID-19 Portal (GCCP) presented by Flint Innovative Solutions 501(c)(3) designed by Keeping Tabs, the Community Foundation of Greater Flint 501(c)(3), and Michigan United 501(c)(3). The GCCP is a curated mobile application used to offer credible information resources to the members of Flint, Michigan, and the surrounding Genesee County areas.

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Aug. 25, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Talon International is excited to launch breakthrough anti-counterfeit and consumer engagement technology: StegVision functions off an easy-to-use app that helps businesses and consumers combat counterfeit products across all industries and create powerful engagement(s) with their consumers.

LOWELL, Mass., Aug. 22, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Lowell Chamber Orchestra announces the release of its second album, “Miniature Symphonies,” a project started at the height of the pandemic, and designed to keep selected composers and musicians active at a time of insecurity in the performing arts.

LA JOLLA, Calif., Aug. 22, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Children’s sing-along book author and vocalist Bridget Burton will donate $5 from every book bundle sale to the Kauai Humane Society (KHS), starting August 22, 2022. A special “give back” page on the book’s website will keep track of purchases of “Annie Kai Lani Kai Lou: Kauai’s Beloved Pup” (ISBN: 978-0996216050) hard cover print and companion digital version bundle.

WASHINGTON, D.C., Aug. 19, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — With an aim to help families begin to heal after the terrible loss of a child, “ScootieToots and the Feathers From Heaven: A Family Healing Book” (ISBN: 978-0228866862) by Audri B. Cabness is a whimsical children’s story with a powerful message that offers families an uplifting vantage point, at any point in their healing process, from which they are given the opportunity to begin to pivot from despair to serenity.

OAKLAND, Calif., Aug. 18, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The producers and contributors of the Comedians with Disabilities Act are pleased to announce the upcoming tour of its wildly popular show in October 2022. The comedy troupe is the brainchild of the late comedian Michael O’Connell, who started the group in 2010, and was later joined by Steve Danner and Nina G not long after.

NEW YORK CITY, N.Y., Aug. 16, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — GlassesUSA.com, the fastest-growing, leading online glasses store in the U.S., is the premier destination for all your clip-on sunglasses needs. Anyone aiming to maximize their glasses-wearing experience should consider clip-on sunglasses. With clip-ons, it is easy and convenient to turn any pair of prescription eyeglasses into prescription sunglasses.

PLEASANTON, Calif., Aug. 15, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — This two-day California Soul Food Cookout and Festival is not only filled with food, fun and music, but purpose too. For 12 years running, this premier food and music event has grown to be a regional favorite. This year’s festival will be held at the Alameda Fairgrounds on September 17 and 18, 2022 and will donate a portion of revenue to different charities in the Bay area who work to help the homeless and domestic violence victims.

LOWELL, Mass., Aug. 12, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Lowell Chamber Orchestra announces its fourth season, with five free concerts that look to entertain, educate, and enlighten Lowell audiences. All of the concerts are completely free, consistent with the LCO’s mission to provide extraordinarily high level classical music performances and take down socio-economic barriers to access these concerts. (VIDEO)

CHATEAUGUAY, Quebec, Aug. 12, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — It would appear that Picasso and his famous model, Marie-Thérèse Walter, both went to their graves during the seventies with a rather ominous secret on their conscience, according to Marc Poissant, author of the new memoir, “Picasso and Marie-Thérèse Walter: The Censored Story” (ISBN: 978-0228879718).

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind., Aug. 11, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — 71-year-old gay elder David Vass, who participated in the birthing of the gay liberation movement from seedlings, performs his long-awaited one-man show, “What Could Go Wrong?” – a series of monologues based on over 70 diaries kept since Vass was seven years old, at IndyFringe.

BOSTON, Mass., Aug. 10, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — “Calm & Sense: A Woman’s Guide to Living Anxiety Free,” the hit novel by psychologist Wendy Leeds (Calm Day Publishing, ISBN 978-0999901526), has an updated edition out with new updated studies and information. In honor of the new edition, there will be a limited time sale on the ebook version of the book across platforms.

EMIGRANT, Mont., Aug. 9, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Old Saloon and Ryan Bingham, acclaimed country music singer songwriter and Walker on the hit show “Yellowstone,” partnered to support the Park and Madison counties from recent catastrophic flood damage. So far, the Southwest Montana Flood Relief Fund has raised over 1 million dollars from over 1,000 donors.

AKRON, Ohio, Aug. 8, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — “Escape the Paycheck-to-Paycheck Lifestyle” (ISBN: 978-1667832098), written by Larry Szeliga and published by MYOB Publishing, is a financial literacy book that offers a fresh new solution to an age-old problem. It’s not a book about how to get rich fast or how to make a million dollars, but rather a book that recounts the author’s road to financial health.

NEW YORK, N.Y., Aug. 5, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Sixteen-year-old social entrepreneur Michael C. Platt’s highly anticipated cookbook “Michaels Desserts” (Mixed Media Resources; Paperback/eBook; On Sale: Nov. 1, 2022; $19.95; ISBN: 978-1684620470) will be the first title in the Our Tomorrow series published by Mixed Media Resources LLC. The food justice advocate will make his literary debut as the first of four authors in a groundbreaking series created to amplify the voices of teen activists using their gifts to make the world a better place.

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Aug. 2, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — 71-year-old gay elder David Vass, who participated in the birthing of the gay liberation movement from seedlings, has launched his long-awaited one-man show, ‘What Could Go Wrong?’ His series of monologues is based on over 70 diaries kept since Vass was seven years old.

WOODLAND HILLS, Calif., Aug. 1, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Talon International Inc. and KC Wearable Technologies Srl. in Italy have formed a strategic partnership to supply Talon’s customers, the world’s largest fashion brands, with the KC’s wearable technology innovations. With a strong vision for the future, the cooperation will facilitate the sales and distribution of existing KC innovations, as well as the creation of exciting future joint developments to make new functionalities in clothing and accessories possible.

NEW YORK, N.Y., July 29, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Broadway On Demand today announced the expansion of its Emmy® Award nominated streaming platform for theater and the performing arts, with the launch of its branded Free Ad-Supported Television (FAST) SmartTV channel, making its content accessible to more than 20 million homes.

ORLANDO, Fla., July 25, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Last weekend, Danielle Alura of Miami was crowned Miss Global USA 2023 in Orlando, Florida. She will go on to compete on the world stage representing the USA for the chance to win the title of Miss Global 2023. She had interviewed for Miss Florida Global USA this year and earned the state title before competing in the 2023 Miss Global USA pageant.

CARBONEAR, Newfoundland, July 25, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The life and adventures of one of Canada’s unknown heroes is brought to life in Philip Earle’s debut novel, “I’ll Go the Length of Meself: The Story of Newfoundland’s Daring Rascal, Captain Guy Earle, North America’s Youngest Master Mariner” (ISBN: 978-0228869597).

SAN JOSE, Calif., July 22, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Kipp Berdiansky, a 57-year-old engineer from Silicon Valley, traveled to Poland in May to interview Ukrainian soldiers and refugees. He subsequently had Ukrainian illustrators, animators and voice-over freelancers animate the story for a new YouTube channel called “Heroes of War.”

ROSELLE, N.J., July 22, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — An independent African-American filmmaker with a relentless pursuit of the truth and justice, Jean Adam, Jr., has produced a stunning documentary that makes a powerful case: an Alabama white woman has been unjustly imprisoned for 30 years.

DENVER, Colo., July 18, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Entrepreneur and author Mags Lybolt is re-launching her motivational book, “You Got This” (ISBN: 979-8839152816) in order to inspire readers to change their personal programming. The book, which is made up of 44 blessings, contains two parts in each section.

NEW YORK, N.Y., July 18, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — NYC-based artist and free speech activist Andy Golub announced today his 9th annual NYC Bodypainting Day will be held on Sunday, July 24, 2022 at Union Square Park at 17th Street between Broadway & Park Avenue South. Each year, Human Connection Arts (HCA) – a non-profit organization Golub founded – invites the public to witness artists from around the world paint nude models, of all shapes and sizes, at a colorful, community-based, celebration of life.

CYPRESS, Texas, July 12, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — One single encounter with the police can change a young person’s life forever – especially children of color. “A Black or Brown child acting out at school or having a bad day can very quickly find themselves enmeshed into two very broken systems,” says filmmaker and PrettyWork Creative CEO, Lisa N. Alexander.

OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla., July 11, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Two Oklahoma City bookstores are hosting Los Angeles based child author Sammy Wallace. His debut book, “I Slept in My Bed Last Night” (ISBN 979-8985784404), will be read by Sammy at Belle Books Boutique & More (11 a.m. – 1 p.m.), and Full Circle Bookstore (2:30 p.m. reading and 3 p.m. signing), both on Saturday, July 16, 2022. (UPDATED)

HOUSTON, Texas, July 8, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — A $500 or $1,000 unplanned expense is enough to send an ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) family spiraling according to a report by Bankrate. Education Based Housing, a Houston nonprofit that serves ALICE families and communities knows this to be true. It partnered with Cypress creative agency, PrettyWork Creative to produce a docudrama to show situations real families face and expand the national conversation on ALICE families.

NEW YORK, N.Y., July 7, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Wordeee Publishing proudly announces the upcoming release of Dr. Pamela Jolly’s latest book, “THE NARROWROAD: A Guide to Legacy Wealth” (Hardcover; On Sale: September 12, 2022; $29.95; ISBN: 978-1946274786). “The NarrowRoad” is a must-have financial wellness resource that takes a groundbreaking approach to help readers fulfill their dreams as they embark on a journey of self-discovery and use their natural gifts to their full potential.

BERKELEY, Calif., July 6, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Covenant Winery Summer Music Series, which kicked off on Memorial Day weekend in Berkeley at their Sixth Street winery, continues through July with four concerts, July 3, 10, 17 and 24, 2022. Showcased at the winery’s new outdoor tasting lounge, fans of wine and music can enjoy the vibe of the Berkeley Drinks District, while sipping a nice array of California and Israeli wines.

PERTH, Western Australia, July 5, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — A psychologically complex villain faces off against a tenacious FBI agent in “Once is Never Enough: Revenge Never Sleeps” (ISBN: 978-0228879206; paper; Tellwell Talent), the latest globe-trotting thriller by author Dr. Monique Gliozzi.

LOS ANGELES, Calif., July 5, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Libelula Productions, LLC. presents, “Far More,” which will begin streaming on July 5, 2022, on Apple TV, Google Play/YouTubeTV, Vudu, and Amazon Prime. “Far More” stars Adrian Grenier (“CLICKBAIT”) as Sean McCallister, a successful fashion designer who returns home after a long absence to see his terminally-ill brother, played by Bailey Chase (“LONGMIRE”).

HOLLYWOOD, Calif., June 29, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — In the heart of Hollywood, the Church of Scientology Los Angeles joined forces with local nonprofit Strike Out Against Drugs in a musical tribute to drug-free living. Visitors to the Hollywood Walk of Fame on International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking were treated to a different kind of rock concert this year.

BROOKLYN, N.Y., June 27, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Online music school Soundfly has joined forces with Son Lux founder and bandleader, Ryan Lott, to release a new, in-depth course exploring Lott’s unique approach to making emotionally compelling music by starting with custom-built digital instruments. “Ryan Lott: Designing Sample-Based Instruments” is available today as part of Soundly’s subscription library of creative music courses.

LAKE MARY, Fla., June 23, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The television series, “Flip My Florida Yard” – with a 10-episode season of half-hour programs – aims to teach homeowners how to “flip” their yard from ordinary to extraordinary by employing natural, Florida-specific, water-conserving landscaping principles. Created by Crawford Entertainment in partnership with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection and the University of Florida IFAS Extension.

MADRID, Spain, June 22, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — As an amateur social project of the famous Dominican plastic surgeon, Luis Lopez Tallaj MD, trained in Brazil 20 years ago, has released recently on YouTube, the dramatic documentary “Besos de plástico” (Plastic Kisses). It is already available on his YouTube channel Lopeztallaj, this Hispanic or Latin project with closed captions in English, French and Portuguese is a warning to the global population of the risks taken with biopolymers injections.

LOS ANGELES, Calif., June 21, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Legacy Launch Pad Publishing’s podcast Entrepreneur Publishing Academy has been named one of the best publishing podcasts by numerous outlets, including LA Weekly, Feedburner and Kindlepreneur.