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Colorado Doctors of Optometry Announce Public Health Initiative to Keep Eye Emergencies Out of Emergency Rooms This Winter
DENVER, Colo., Oct. 14, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Doctors of optometry across Colorado, 2020 Eyes Colorado, and the Colorado Optometric Association (COA) have launched an October awareness initiative to educate Coloradans on Eye Emergencies: Where to Go and What to Do.
Seattle Design Week Returns for its 47th Year Offering a Week of Virtual Programming Bringing Together the Pacific Northwest Design Community
SEATTLE, Wash., Oct. 14, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Seattle Design Center, the Pacific Northwest's only designer showroom, will host "Design Week" - a virtual celebration of design, bringing together designers across the PNW, running from October 26 - 29, 2020. For the first time in SDC's history, the fall market moves from a one-day in-person experience to a full-week.
Bella Zuniga and Luiz Gohara Announce the Birth of Their Baby Girl
PHOENIX, Ariz., Oct. 12, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Colombian model, Bella Zuniga, and her partner, Luiz Gohara, a Brazilian baseball player, are excited to announce the birth of their healthy baby girl, Emilia. She was born in Arizona on July 23 and is the couple's first child together. The name, Emilia, was chosen by the couple to honor Zuniga's grandmother.
AARP Maryland Honors Volunteerism and Commitment to Community Service including 2020 Lifetime Achievement Award
BALTIMORE, Md., Oct. 12, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- AARP Maryland is honoring three exceptional Marylanders aged 50-plus for their volunteerism and commitment to service. The awards were formally presented this afternoon before nearly 80 guests at a virtual ceremony.
A Little-known WWI Anniversary Celebrates America’s Humanitarian Roots
DENVER, Colo., Oct. 9, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- On Oct. 22, 1914, less than three months after the start of World War I, one of the largest food-relief programs the world has ever seen was begun when the Commission for Relief in Belgium (CRB) was founded in London by a group of prominent Americans, according to Jeffrey B. Miller, author "Yanks behind the Lines: How the Commission for Relief in Belgium Saved Millions from Starvation during World War I" (ISBN 978-1538141649; Rowman & Littlefield).
Iconic Valley Store Holds Grand Reopening – Phoenix Lamps Shows Off New Look
PHOENIX, Ariz., Oct. 1, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Phoenix Lamps invites the public and press to its grand reopening on Saturday, October 3 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The event will take place at the store's Phoenix location at 2225 E. Indian School Road.
Massachusetts Blanket Manufacturer Creates Warm Message of Hope and Faith During Pandemic
FALL RIVER, Mass., Oct. 1, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The world is calling out for comfort and NorthEast Fleece is working to answer that call. As a textile industry leader, the company recently created two new blanket designs - one featuring "Hope" and the other "Faith" - as part of its "Fleece for Peace" charitable giving program.
DAPA Products Shares Tips for Homeowners to Protect Their Home From Winter Pests
JASPER, Ala., Sept. 29, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- DAPA Products, a window and door components manufacturer, provides winning ideas on how to keep winter pests out of a home. Most people consider summer to be the prime pest season. That's true, but this doesn't mean that there are no pests in the winter.
MansMark Records Releases Sikiru Adepoju’s ỌPẸ Album – celebrates dynamism of music of African origin
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- MansMark Records announces the much-anticipated ỌPẸ Album, a debut by Nigerian Grammy-winning recording artist and percussionist, Sikiru Adepoju is out! The official release of ỌPẸ (Yoruba-Nigeria word for Gratitude) follows the unveiling of three appetizing singles from the collection.
As Schools Begin Virtually, New Book Helps Ease Children’s Fears Over Online Learning
BRIDGEWATER, Va., Sept. 24, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Morgan Books today announced the release of their new timely book, "Madi Goes to Virtual School" (ISBN: 979-8673380277) by author Rob Morgan. As millions of school children have returned to the classroom this fall, many of them are doing so virtually, learning from kitchen tables and laptop screens rather than the familiar flexible seating and SMART boards that define so many modern teaching spaces.
DIGITAL LOVE by Physician and Musician V. Tiarrá Released Highlighting Relationships In The Digital Age
MIAMI, Fla., Sept. 22, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- R&B Fusion Artist V. Tiarrá just released her newest hit video for her single, "Digital Love," just as her prior single, "Batter Up," a lyrical critique to the many issues U.S. Citizens face as politicians "politick" and use their constituents for their own political power, was featured at the 2020 Democratic Party of Miami-Dade's Blue Gala.
National Initiative Vows to Close Racial Wealth Gap and Provide Ongoing Support and Resources to Black Businesses and HBCUs
CHICAGO, Ill., Sept. 22, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- 31 Days and Beyond is a national initiative designed to bring awareness, support, and resources during a tumultuous time in America that has caused 41 percent of Black-owned businesses to close their doors due to COVID-19 compared to just 17 percent of white-owned businesses.
Why would a Russian-Jewish couple, living near Boston, return to the Soviet Union in 1931?
NEW YORK, N.Y., Sept. 21, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- "Forget Russia" (ISBN: 978-1732848047) by L. Bordetsky-William, scheduled for publication on December 1, 2020 by Tailwinds Press, tells the story of three generations of Russian-American Jews journeying back and forth, throughout the twentieth century, between America and Russia, searching for some kind of home and, of course, finding something altogether different.
Direct-to-Consumer California Boutique Bakery, COOKIE…take a bite! Launches Back to College Deliveries
SANTA ROSA, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Direct-to-consumer Boutique Bakery brand COOKIE...take a bite! will expand its offerings to ship back to school college cookies to share love with the college kids who are facing a new normal.
Saving Lost Kids Celebrates Winning Board Approval to Develop the Largest Care facility in the U.S. for Children Rescued from Trafficking
MEMPHIS, Tenn., Sept. 16, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Tennessee-based Pastor Brian Callies is the Founder, President, and CEO of the nonprofit "Brian Callies Foundation" as well as head of "Saving Lost Kids." Over the last four years these organizations have built a remarkable reputation for being a powerful force boldly addressing the issues of missing, exploited, and trafficked children in effective ways.
Pandemic Stress Can Change Eyesight and Impact Eye Health
DENVER, Colo., Sept. 16, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Doctors of optometry across Colorado, 2020 Eyes Colorado, and the Colorado Optometric Association (COA) have launched a September awareness initiative to help educate Coloradans on the impact of stress on eyesight and eye health.
Outdoor Movement Series Launches in Mequon, Wisconsin Sept. 20
MILWAUKEE, Wis., Sept. 16, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A pine forest in the heart of a nature preserve in Mequon, Wisconsin will be the site of the first of three conscious dance movement sessions, "The Wisdom of Your Body" series. It is offered by Carrie Branovan, the Milwaukee-born artist-educator who founded "Dance Your Prayers."
Fort Collins Mayor Wayne Troxell declares September 16, 2020 Holocaust Survivor ‘Joe Rubinstein Day’
FORT COLLINS, Colo., Sept. 15, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Author Nancy Sprowell Geise announces that on Sunday, September 14, 2020, Mayor Troxell presented Holocaust survivor with the honor in recognition of Joe's 100th birthday. Joe said, "I am so honored and grateful that I'm still alive to celebrate 100 years. I can't believe it. I love life and I love people."
Fall Trends to Transition into Winter
LAS VEGAS, Nev., Sept. 15, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Jewelry lovers, the American Gem Society has a message for you: this is your season. This fall, some of the most stand-out fine jewelry you will see comes from members of the American Gem Society, a community of jewelry professionals dedicated to protecting the jewelry-buying public through a high standard of ethics and ongoing education.
Tickle.Life Joins with Wellcelium to Grow Its Sex Education Classes and Coaching
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Tickle.Life (Tickle-dot-Life), World's First Community based Discovery Platform for Sex and sexuality, today announced a new collaboration with Wellcelium (well-see-lee-um), a new online school teaching sex, intimacy, and relationship skills through offering live classes, one-on-one coaching, and a variety of quality resources to deepen and grow human relationships.
Asheville Cooking Classes – A Fun and Educational Alternative to Dining Out
ASHEVILLE, N.C., Sept. 14, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- After being closed for several months, Cottage Cooking Asheville has re-opened, but classes look a little different now. They're even more intimate and guests will enjoy more of a demo versus hands-on experience.
M.G.A. Garage Door Repair Houston TX Launched Full Set of Installation Garage Door Service
HOUSTON, Texas, Sept. 10, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- M.G.A. Garage Door Repair Houston TX launched a complete set of garage door installation houston service for any type of garage door. Experienced and skilled technicians will handle the installation service.
New Publishing Company Brings Rich Stories of Africa to the Young and Young at Heart
PHOENIX, Ariz., Sept. 10, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Former high school teacher, university adjunct and current curriculum developer manager for higher institutions, Joan Cheboswony is the founder of Worlds Unknown Publishers, a new self-publishing firm created to provide a platform for sharing stories about Africa, her people, cultures, and expansive natural beauty.
Public Narrative to put on Celebration of Change
CHICAGO, Ill., Sept. 10, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- On Thursday, September 24, at 5:30 p.m., Public Narrative will introduce new partners and a fresh approach to changing narratives, in the first-ever Celebration of Change. Registration is free for this online event. The annual Studs Terkel Community Media Awards, originally intended for this date, has been postponed to 2021.
Mom of Three Autistic Boys Pens Book About Navigating the Pandemic and Sobriety with Grit, Humor and Love
LONG ISLAND, N.Y., Sept. 9, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The global pandemic has average parents becoming teachers, referees, cooks, therapists, and so much more. One mother, Melanie Donus, took on the extra challenges of parenting three autistic boys while leaping into sobriety and published a book about the experience.
Green Kid Crafts launches Kitchen Table STEAM to Support Families Teaching at Home This Fall
SAN DIEGO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- As families transition from summer activities to virtual, in-person, or hybrid schooling this fall, many caregivers are concerned about providing their children with activities that are fun and educational. Green Kid Crafts, a subscription box service centered on STEAM and nature-based activities, launched their Kitchen Table STEAM program on September 2 to give families extra support this fall.
Make this Holiday the Best Ever and Conquer the Chaos with New Organizing Book
WILTON, Conn. and LAS VEGAS, Nev., Sept. 8, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- While most are ready to see 2020 in the rearview mirror, Jul's Arthur, author of "25 Days of Holiday Organizing" (ISBN: 978-1733447409), suggests this be the holiday season that people go all out.
HGTV Personality Cary Weldy Launches New Book ‘The Power of Tattoos’
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- In his groundbreaking new book, Cary Weldy discusses how the science of art - including the lines, shapes, colors, patterns, and symbology in a single tattoo or art piece on the wall - dramatically changes one's life experience.
KINONA launches Queen of the Green VIP Program designed to inspire and uplift Women in Golf
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Queen of the Green, a VIP program developed by women's golf fashion brand KINONA, aims to reward loyal customers while giving back to women-led causes.
Fortin Ironworks’ Bee Bench Promotes Communities Coming Together
COLUMBUS, Ohio, Sept. 2, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Fortin Ironworks was inspired to design this new product because it simply felt that it gives the "right message at the right time." Bees exemplify communities working together and that was the buzz behind its new community "Bee Bench."
FreeStylus Revolutionizes Touch-Free Interactions During Global Pandemic
PHILADELPHIA, Pa., Sept. 2, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- In response to worldwide demand, FreeStylus has launched a first of its kind patent-pending 100% recyclable, single-use stylus designed to eliminate direct human contact with public technology surfaces.
GreatVet – New Platform Revolutionizing Pet Owner and Veterinarian Relationships
CHICAGO, Ill., Sept. 1, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- With the rise of pet ownership and with Vet Clinics being a critical service to the well being and health of pet families, the GreatVet platform aims to digitally facilitate smooth, transparent and trusted interactions between pet owners and local vet clinics.
New Book, ‘Circumcision Scar’ is a Memoir Revealing How the World’s Oldest Religious Sacrifice Became a Dubious Medical Mandate
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- "Circumcision Scar" (ISBN: 978-1734555806), an unflinching memoir by Jay J. Jackson, details his lifelong struggle with recurring nightmares that he ultimately realized were repressed memories of his neonatal circumcision.
Team Vienna 4 SUDC Awareness and The SUDC Coalition lead charge in SUDC medical education
RED BANK, N.J., Aug. 25, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- In 2017, healthy Vienna Carly Savino tragically died at two and a half years of age. Her death was categorized as Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood (SUDC). As a result, Dr. Denise Wunderler, DO, FAOASM, Vienna's mother, founded Team Vienna 4 SUDC Awareness and co-founded the SUDC Coalition.
Booksy Earns Ranking at 299 on 2020 Inc. 5000 with Three-Year Revenue Growth of 1508 Percent
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Inc. magazine revealed that Booksy is No. 299 on its annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the nation's fastest-growing private companies. The list represents a unique look at the most successful companies within the American economy's most dynamic segment-its independent small businesses.
Nature Photography Fights Impacts of Stress, Stay at Home Order, Too Much Tech
LAS VEGAS, Nev., Oct. 20, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Founded by Uber alums Jason and Diana Liles, New American Fine Art aims to bring the restorative qualities of the great outdoors to overworked employees and cooped up quarantiners around the globe. The online photography gallery - launching Aug. 24, 2020 - will feature ultra-high-resolution images captured on their year-long sabbatical from the fast-paced tech world.
Joan Lunden to Host Public Television’s Healthcare Series ‘Second Opinion’
ROCHESTER, N.Y., Aug. 20, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Award-winning journalist, bestselling author, and women's health & wellness advocate, Joan Lunden, has been named host of "Second Opinion," public television's Emmy-nominated national healthcare series.
Colorado’s Doctors of Optometry Offer 5 Ways to Prepare for School in a Pandemic
DENVER, Colo., Aug. 19, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The 2020-2021 school year is starting with a baseline of caution, anxiety and an ever-changing game plan during a global pandemic. Local doctors of optometry have teamed up with the Colorado Optometric Association and 2020 Eyes Colorado to compile a unique list of five areas to consider as families near the start of school.
Teacher Bodybuilder Suits Up in Bikini as ‘Queen Of Swords’ for Ms. Health and Fitness Title
TULSA, Okla., Aug. 11, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Judy Stetson, widow, teacher, bodybuilder, and contestant for Ms. Health and Fitness 2020 suits up in a bikini to ride the wave of pandemic changes throughout the Fall school season. The teacher battled memories of 911 emergency calls and widespread stress syndrome from the COVID crisis that took the life of her adult former student.
Groundbreaking New Book Transforms the Death Process for Terminally Ill, Families
ASHEVILLE, N.C., Aug. 5, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Individuals who are living with a terminal illness and the people who love them can now deeply transform their shared experience of the dying process, thanks to a new book released today by author Melody LeBaron, "Transforming Death: Creating Sacred Space for the Dying" (ISBN: 978-1733477123).
Lifelong Writer and Survivor of Cancer and Abuse Shares Her Story In a Self-Help Book
ATLANTA, Ga., Aug. 4, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- "Through It All I'm Still Standing" (ISBN: 978-1735052519) is the first book from the talented writer and publisher Towanna Hogue as she shares her personal experiences surviving several challenges, including marriage, divorce, cancer, and starting over with readers worldwide.
When the Pandemic Stopped TV Production in NYC, a Camera-crane Company Started Shooting Iconic Classic Cars for Free
HUNTINGTON, N.Y., July 31, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The alluring beauty of classic automobiles is the subject of short videos by television camera-crane specialist Howard Heitner, launching as Classic Car Video.
Perigee Fund Invests in Health-focused Charity, 2020 Mom, and Exec. Director Joins from Cigna
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- 2020 Mom has been awarded a significant multi-year capacity investment by the Perigee Fund, a philanthropic organization focused in supporting early parenting, so families can thrive.
ONE WOMAN’S LIFE IN CARDS: Imagine Seeing All the Cards You’ve Ever Received in Your Lifetime Displayed in One Place
TOPEKA, Kan., July 28, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- That's exactly what Linda M. of Topeka, Kansas has done with My Life in Cards. Linda M. celebrated her 59th birthday in 2020 and has been collecting her personal greeting cards since she was 8 years old.
MAGLITE Introduces New Backpack Line Made in the USA for Performance and Durability
ONTARIO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- MAGLITE® is introducing a line of backpacks that meet the MAGLITE standard for performance and durability. The backpacks are "Manufactured in the U.S.A." The backpacks are made to the same standards as those provided to active duty service members of the U.S. military.
Expat Entrepreneur Jewel Daniels Delivers a Blueprint to Thrive in a Post Global Pandemic World in New Book
ATLANTA, Ga., July 24, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Most people currently face the pressing concern of how to move the needle from crisis to success during a global pandemic. "Three Sides of Every Crisis: Strategies to Sustain Business, Manage Your Career and Take Care of You" (ISBN: 978-0974999173) by Jewel Daniels offers a roadmap on how to pivot during an international economic tsunami.
Crawford Entertainment Announces an All New Season of ‘Flip My Florida Yard’ and They’re Looking for Yards to Flip
LAKE MARY, Fla., July 17, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Crawford Entertainment, producers of the television series "Flip My Florida Yard" are currently searching for Florida homeowners and their family members to be on the show and have a portion of their yard replaced with a Florida-Friendly landscape.
Colorado Optometrists Announce 8 Ways to Protect Your Eyes This Summer
DENVER, Colo., July 14, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A lot has changed for the summer of 2020, but the Colorado Optometric Association and 2020 Eyes Colorado wants everyone to know that summer eye health is still important. Colorado's sunlight is roughly 20% brighter than at sea level and is even more intense at the top of a mountain as there is less atmosphere at higher elevations to filter out UV rays.
American Artist Mateo Blanco Creates a Portrayal of the American Flag Made from His Clothing
ORLANDO, Fla., July 9, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- As our country faces a pandemic and signs of a nation divided, the need for hope and happiness is greater than ever before. Renowned artist and proud American Mateo Blanco has seen these signs and is making a stand for unity through his art.
Significant Changes in Airline Pet Travel Options: Company Offers Safe Alternative
TUCSON, Ariz., July 6, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- 25 years ago, when Happy Tails Travel began shipping pets by air, it was a simple process with many flight options and minimal restrictions. Slowly the requirements increased. This is especially true over the past 2 years, during which time many airlines suspended flying pets for a period of time to improve pet safety and decrease airline liability. These changes continue to rise.
