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CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE (LA VERNE, Calif.) --- 3rd3rd Marketing, the "Un-Senior Living Agency" that challenges ageism in marketing, and Hillcrest Senior Living, announced the launch of "A Good Life Anywhere," a new eBook designed to empower older adults and their families to make informed decisions about care, community, and quality of life.

CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE (LANCASTER, Calif.) --- Author, teacher, and coach Shaffa today announced the publication of "The Feeling You Cannot Admit: For the Parent Who Cannot Love Freely and the Child Who Grew Up Knowing It" (ISBN: 979-8996214310, paper; publisher: Peace with Shaffa, July 2026), the first book ever written to directly name and address the specific, targeted, and bewildering feeling some parents carry toward a particular child. The one that coexists with genuine love in ways that make no logical sense, and has lived, until now, in complete silence.

CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE (SAN FRANCISCO, Calif.) --- ScentFest SF, the West Coast's first international consumer fragrance festival, opens June 26 to 28, 2026 at the Gateway Pavilion at Fort Mason Center in San Francisco. Founded by Sebastian Jara, creator of The Perfume Guy on YouTube, the inaugural three-day festival gathers more than 110 fragrance houses from around the world, the traveling archive of the Osmothèque, and a program of talks featuring some of the most recognized names in perfumery, all built for the public rather than the trade.

CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE (SAN RAFAEL, Calif.) --- Love takes center stage under the summer sky as Marin Shakespeare Company presents "As You Like It," adapted and directed by Evren Odcikin and running June 19 through July 19 at the Forest Meadows Amphitheatre. A dazzling, music-filled, fashion-forward romp through the Forest of Arden. Joyous and romantic, this reimagining leans into the comedy's delicious fluidity of gender and identity. Join the celebration of love, out loud, in all its forms.

CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE (TEMECULA, Calif.) --- Publishers Newswire (PNW), an online news publisher in California, covering books, music, indie film, and software launched in 2004, today announced its latest semi-annual "books to bookmark" list for Q1 of 2026, noting 11 new and exceptional "good reads" from small publishers based in North America. These recently published books are often overlooked due to not coming from major traditional New York book publishers.

Anima Initiative, the Los Angeles-based nonprofit dedicated to supporting independent and underrepresented artists through interdisciplinary programming, presents "VENIA's Dear, Sincerely," - a one-day immersive cultural experience taking place Saturday, June 6, 2026 at the historic Travel Town Museum in Griffith Park. Created in partnership with Los Angeles avant-garde atelier VENIA and with the support of Travel Town Museum Foundation.

CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE (HOLLYWOOD, Calif.) --- Prolific actor, writer and "maker of all things theatrical," Tonoccus McClain, is pouring his heart and soul into a deeply personal work in his first venture as a producer and writer, "Versions of Her," at the 2026 Hollywood Fringe Festival. The Festival is Known for being an open-ended event with bold experimental performances.

HOLLYWOOD: Calif. Gov. Newsom this past week (April 23) announced that 38 film projects have been awarded tax credits through the California Film Commission’s recently expanded Film & Television Tax Credit Program. These productions, which will generate nearly $800 million in economic activity across California, are expected to spend more than 460 filming days outside the traditional 30-mile studio zone — bringing good-paying jobs and meaningful investment to communities statewide.

LOS ANGELES: When Ani Lalazarian changed careers in 2020, leaving the fashion world to become an energy healer, breathwork facilitator and spiritual guide, she held tight to one conviction: that children and adults all carry a special light within them-they simply need the tools to find it. Now, Dragonfly Dreams Press, LLC is releasing her debut picture book - "Into the Heart of the Forest: A Journey to Love" (ISBN: 979-8218897246 paperback; 979-8218883294 hardcover) - a gorgeously illustrated adventure story that brings those tools directly to the page.

CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE (LONG BEACH, Calif.) -- NEWS: The Long Beach Post and Long Beach Business Journal, two of the city's most trusted independent news outlets, are joining The LA Local, a nonprofit news organization dedicated to building and supporting community-centered newsrooms across Los Angeles County. By joining The LA Local, the Post and Business Journal gain access to added resources, collaboration with other outlets serving the area and regional reporting capacity.

CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE (TEMECULA) NEWS -- Returning to Temecula Wine Country for 2026, April 24, 25, 26, DigiFest is described by the event organizers as "a dynamic experience where creativity meets opportunity; a world of innovation, inspiration, and connection. Explore award-winning digital art across multiple categories, network with industry professionals, and take part in an event that could shape your creative future."

CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE - NEWS -- The Santiago de Compostela Pilgrim's Reception Office in Spain reports that 530,999 people received a Compostela certificate of completion in 2025, up 6% over 2024. Author Karin Kiser of Camino Chronicles Press says the actual number of people walking or biking the Camino de Santiago routes is more than that - much more.

CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE - NEWS -- In his powerful new book, "Home Service Empire: How I Built, Scaled, and Sold a Family of Businesses Worth Over $100 Million" (ISBN: 978-196833-852 paperback; 978-1968339869 ebook; 978-1968339845 hardcover; Legacy Launch Pad Publishing), entrepreneur Cameron Bawden shares the battle-tested blueprint behind building one of Arizona's largest privately owned home service companies-and exiting on his terms.

CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE - NEWS (HOLLYWOOD) -- The Dolby Theatre in Hollywood announced today a major sustainability milestone: the 2027 Oscars ceremony and all other events and concerts starting in 2027, will be supported by on-site renewable energy and related infrastructure, marking a significant leap towards reducing the environmental footprint of one of the world's most recognized venues. A similar project is expected at a later date at the TCL Chinese Theatre.

SAN DIEGO, Calif. /California Newswire - NEWS/ -- The Comedians with Disabilities Act (CWDA), the groundbreaking comedy troupe that has been challenging perceptions and redefining humor since 2010, has announced its 2026 Spring Tour with stops in Montana, California, and Oregon. This Springs tour weaves theaters, colleges and community venues to showcase the talents of 11 comedians, many of whom are in the docu-special.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire - NEWS/ -- Recent coverage in major outlets, including a New York Times feature on the rise of "sober party girls" and alcohol-free social spaces, has framed not drinking as a newly emerging cultural trend. From curated sober parties to alcohol-free bars and wellness-driven nightlife, sobriety is increasingly being rebranded as aspirational, social and even chic, The Evolution of Publishing Institute announced today.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire - NEWS/ -- In a brutally honest and darkly humorous exploration of the film and television industry, veteran screenwriter Jim Agnew announces the release of "To Live and Write in LA: A Street-Level Guide to Surviving as a Screenwriter" (ISBN: 979-8218906696; published by Independent Global Solutions), brand partner Legacy Launch Pad Publishing announced today.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- In his searing new book, "Addicted to Failure: Why the Rehab System Doesn't Work and What Must Change" (ISBN: 978-1968339876 paperback; 978-1968339883 ebook, Legacy Launch Pad Publishing), author and addiction reform advocate Jimmie Applegate takes aim at a $16 billion industry that profits from relapse and exposes why traditional rehab models fail to deliver real recovery.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- "Abused," the new single from international singer-songwriter Liyah Bey, is not a confession or a plea-it is a declaration. Built on restraint rather than release, the song gives voice to survivors of abuse by doing something rare in popular music: naming the truth plainly, without softening it.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE -- NEWS/ -- ON Wednesday, Mayor Bass joined leaders from the entertainment industry to celebrate the opening of East End Studios’ new Mission Campus in LA’s Arts District. The opening of this state-of-the-art studio campus builds upon Mayor Bass’ efforts to make City Hall a dedicated partner to LA’s legacy industry, helping boost production in the city and spur the creation of new good-paying union jobs across Los Angeles.

ALAMEDA, Calif. /California Newswire -- NEWS/ -- The alternative folk-rock duo Cosmic Spin has released "Messenger," an original song, newly re-mastered on the Pentacle Records label. The track features Bara Waters and Robert Cassard's lush vocal harmonies, with atmospheric layers of guitars and other effects. "Messenger" is available to stream now on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Music and most other popular platforms.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- In his new book, "You Shouldn't Have to Kill to Get Ahead: Reimagining Wealth, Power and Belonging in America" (ISBN: 978-1968339180 [paperback]; 978-1968339173 [ebook]; 978-1968339197 [hardcover]; Legacy Launch Pad Publishing), author, Army Veteran and former political candidate Chris Rivers lays bare the broken promises of the American Dream and offers a path forward for a nation at a breaking point.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Exciting news for readers ready for a juicy journey through high society and the hip-hop culture of the South: Karen Soven's "Once Upon A Time In Palm Beach: Tales of Life & Love from the Land of Sunshine & Money" (ISBN: 978-1964377605 [ebook]; 978-1964377599 [paperback]; 978-1964377612 [hardcover], Legacy Launch Pad Publishing) provides that and more.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Gary Buechler is as well known for his pop culture commentary on shows like Piers Morgan as he is on YouTube and Rumble, where millions of fans flock to hear his every un-PC opinion. But few know the dark road he traveled to become a voice of nerd culture. Now, with "Waiting for Nerdrotic: From Prison to YouTube" (ISBN: 978-1964377261; Legacy Launch Pad Publishing), Buechler is sharing his story with the public at large.

TEMECULA, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Publishers Newswire (PNW), an online news publisher covering books, music, indie film, and software launched in 2004, today announced its latest semi-annual "books to bookmark" list for Q2 and Q3 (April through September) 2025, noting 13 new and interesting "good reads" from small publishers released this year. These newly published books are often overlooked due to not coming from major traditional book publishers.

CULVER CITY, Calif. /CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE/ -- As part of the Culver City’s continuing commitment to the film industry, this week the Culver City City Council approved a comprehensive set of measures designed to support recovery for film and television and enhance Culver City’s competitiveness as a premier filming destination. These actions aim to attract productions that will create local employment opportunities and support small businesses that benefit from on-location filming.

REDONDO BEACH, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The Golden State Pops Orchestra's beloved holiday tradition returns brighter than ever! The 2025 Holiday POPS Spectacular, led by Maestro Steven Allen Fox with Resident Choir Maestra Marya Basaraba and the Golden State Pops Orchestra and GSPO Chorale, once again brings cinematic sparkle and symphonic splendor to the holiday season.

RICHMOND, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Bay Area hip hop artist King Gaines announces the upcoming release of his powerful new single "Grinding All My Life" on November 14, 2025 through Richburg Entertainment. The track delivers a raw and uplifting message of perseverance, ambition, and personal growth, representing the heart and soul of Richmond, California.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- In an age of constant digital interaction, many people feel less connected than ever. "The Art of Human Connection: Connecting, Solving, and Growing Insights for Professional and Personal Interaction" by Adir Biniamini (ISBN: 978-1779621962; Released June 2025 by Tellwell) addresses this challenge by offering readers practical tools for building stronger relationships, both personally and professionally.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- In a timely response to the growing mental health crisis among successful entrepreneurs, wealth management veteran Mark Fujiwara has released "Beyond the Hustle: Finding Higher Purpose After the Exit" (ISBN: 978-1964377582 [ebook]; 978-1964377575 [paperback]; 978-1964377568 [hardcover] Legacy Launch Pad Publishing).

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Seventeen U.S. veterans die by suicide every day, a number largely unchanged for over a decade. Yet today, on the 50th anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War, there is a hopeful approach for treating combat-related PTSD. Moral injury is in clear focus in the documentary "Healing a Soldier's Heart," Cultural & Educational Media (CEM Productions), the production company for the film, announced today.

CULVER CITY, Calif. /CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE/ -- Culver City Art Walk & Roll Festival — a free community event celebrating local art, music, food, and culture - returns to Culver City Arts District on Saturday, October 18, 2025 | 11 AM – 6 PM. Now in its seventh year, this FREE Festival brings the streets to life with live art-making, artisan vendors, nonstop music, food trucks, beer gardens, and fun for all ages.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- In response to the growing mental health crisis among modern mothers, author Cindy Caprio Woulfe has released "In the Weeds: A Guide to Saving Your Own Soul on This Crazy Journey Called Motherhood" (ISBN: 978-1964377957 [ebook]; 978-1964377964 [paperback]; 978-1964377971 [hardcover]; Legacy Launch Pad Publishing).

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Gi Films and Georgian American Film Academy proudly announce the U.S. streaming launch of "300 Crusaders," the groundbreaking animated epic from acclaimed filmmaker Mirza Davitaia, known for "Anton," "The Narrow Bridge," and "The Knight in the Tiger's Skin." Following its successful premiere in Georgia, the film is now available to American audiences on Fawesome and Stash TV.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Essential reading for leaders navigating an increasingly complex workplace landscape: Carly Fliesher's groundbreaking memoir "The Thirteenth Floor: How Dealing With Trauma Transformed My Approach to Employee Well-Being" (ISBN: 978-1968339890 [paperback]; 978-1968339906 [ebook]; Legacy Launch Pad Publishing), which delivers both heart-wrenching personal narrative and actionable corporate strategy.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- A forgotten genius of mid-century advertising is finally getting his due. The newly launched Paul Stanley Museum, opening in Los Angeles in 2026, will honor the legacy of Paul Stanley Company - the creative powerhouse behind some of America's most beloved animated beer and soda advertising signs.

CULVER CITY, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The City of Culver City welcomes you to enjoy Sunday evenings in September at the Kirk Douglas Theatre. Talented jazz musicians will perform the 14th, 21st, and 28th, of Sept., beginning at 7 PM. Join us as we hear beautiful sounds from award-winning musicians from across the nation. It is the perfect way to wind down your weekends in Downtown Culver City.

BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The glittering facade of Beverly Hills just got a serious makeover in the pages of "The Real Superheroes of Beverly Hills" illustrated novel. Writer and longtime comic-book scribe Steve Stern ("Zen Intergalactic Ninja") said, "It's the story of four students at Beverly Hills High who receive some wild powers during a cosmic event at Griffith Observatory, are immediately outed by a tabloid reporter, and then given their own reality TV show."

ST. HELENA, Calif. /California Newswire \/ -- COME TOGETHER -- A Community for Wine today announced that planning is underway for its highly anticipated second annual "Come Over October" campaign, building on the extraordinary success of 2024's inaugural initiative. The community-driven wine platform continues to demonstrate the power of authentic connection through wine appreciation, preparing to expand its reach and impact even further this fall.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The world of vintage advertising is getting a new home. Opening in 2026, the Paul Stanley Sign Museum, a nonprofit organization, in Los Angeles will pay tribute to the visionary work of Paul Stanley & Company, the San Francisco-based design firm behind some of the most imaginative and visually striking point-of-sale advertising displays ever created.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- LA Carnival on the Shaw" returns to the community for the third year, honoring Junteenth and celebrating Caribbean American Heritage Month. Produced by Marikel International, the music, masquerades and multicultural merriment will parade along Crenshaw Blvd., Sunday, June 29th, 2025, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The initiative was launched in 2023 as a bold catalyst to engage, activate and revitalize businesses on Crenshaw, affectionately known as 'The Shaw.'

TEMECULA, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- MuseWire has been selected by the panelists at Feedspot as one of the "Top 70 Music Industry Blogs" on the web for 2025. Ranked #30 this year (#35 last year). MuseWire™ (aka/formerly Music Industry Newswire) covers music makers, music gear, audiophile gear, the music business and related topics; established 2006. A publication of Neotrope®. Edited by Christopher Laird Simmons, a working tech journalist since 1984, and member ASCAP.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Red Rabbit Press LLC. presents "The Light Runner" (ISBN: 978-1966981060). Ally Walker has captivated audiences with unforgettable roles-from June Stahl in "Sons of Anarchy" to Dr. Sam Waters in "Profiler." Her versatility has made her a standout presence in film and television, with memorable performances in "Universal Soldier" and "While You Were Sleeping."

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Meet Cayden: not just the future of pop music, but a voice from another world literally. Hailing from a richly imagined parallel universe, Cayden makes his debut on Earth with the release of "Esperanza," an emotionally charged single that blends cinematic pop production with an urgent call for compassion, Sixth P Media announced today.

SAN DIEGO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- SIP San Diego announces their first event of 2025, the SIP @ Seaport Art & Wine+ Festival! Featuring a day filled with art, delicious drinks, food and good vibes, the event happens Saturday, June 21, 2025 in the Lighthouse District at Seaport Village. Guests sip on locally crafted wine and other libations, explore artists' work, snack on charcuterie, and enjoy live music in the beautiful setting of Seaport Village.

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire / -- Founded in 1987, in the Carneros appellation of Northern California by the Champagne Taittinger family, Domaine Carneros is a grower producer of ultra-premium sparkling wines and limited production pinot noirs. Domaine Carneros has become the benchmark for California sparkling wine, reflecting both the individuality of the Carneros terroir and the craftsmanship of its French legacy.

TEMECULA, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Publishers Newswire (PNW), an online news publisher covering books, music, indie film, and software launched in 2004, today announced its latest quarterly "books to bookmark" list for Q1 (Jan.-March) 2025, noting 11 new and interesting "good reads" from small publishers released in 2025. These newly published books are often overlooked due to not coming from major traditional book publishing houses or celebrity authors.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- In a raw revelation of maternal mental health struggles rarely discussed openly, wellness coach Emily Wright Mitchell has released "Better Than Before: How Overcoming Depression and Obesity Led To One Mom's Wellness Transformation" (ISBN: 978-1964377841 [ebook]; 978-1964377834 [paperback]; Legacy Launch Pad Publishing).

GLENDALE, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The Light Committee™, a photography studio known for providing some of the best headshots in Los Angeles, has reached a milestone of 10 years in business in greater Los Angeles. At the start of the year, the studio relocated to downtown Glendale, Calif., on N. Brand Blvd. The studio is a member of the Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce and the Glendale Chamber of Commerce.

NAPA, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- On May 22, 2025, influential members of the wine and music industries will gather at the Culinary Institute of America at Greystone for the T.J. Martell Foundation Napa Best Cellars Dinner, a unique charity auction and dinner that unites these communities in the fight against cancer. The T.J. Martell Foundation funds high-risk, high reward cancer research that helps advance clinical trials and drug discoveries.