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The Director’s Cut of STRANGERS and Brian L. Tan’s HOLDOUT Will World Premiere on CHOPSO on Friday, Dec. 7, at 8 p.m.

With Live Appearances of Actress Eugenia Yuan and Filmmaker Michael Aki and Brian L. Tan ‘BLT’

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updated: Nov 16, 2018

LOS ANGELES, November 16, 2018 (Newswire.com)
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CHOPSO is proud to present STRANGERS, the Director’s Cut of the neo-noir feature set in Los Angeles by Michael Aki and starring Eugenia Yuan and television producer Matt Westmore. A dead man’s girlfriend turns out to be a hit man’s new assignment, but an unfamiliar longing for connection stays his hand. The unlikely odd couple embarks on an odyssey that necessarily evolves into a getaway.

STRANGERS is the sophomoric feature directed by Michael Aki after his first feature SUNSETS (1997) that world-premiered as part of Class of 1997, Asian American New Wave, at the San Francisco International Asian American Film Festival in 1997.

Produced for under USD$5,000, STRANGERS was shot guerrilla-style and piecemeal on the streets of Los Angeles. Michael Aki directed, co-wrote, co-produced, co-edited and also starred in the feature opposite Eugenia Yuan. It took Aki between 2008 until this year to finish the Director’s Cut of STRANGERS. The score was provided by Ken Kawamura and the additional music provided by Crepiscule Trio.

A longtime collaborator with Michael Aki, Eugenia Yuan is a Hong Kong Film Award winner and daughter of martial arts legend Cheung Pei Pei. Eugenia’s career spans between America and Asia, acting in such movies such as MEMOIRS OF A GEISHA, CROUCHING TIGER, HIDDEN DRAGON 2, REVENGE OF GREEN DRAGONS, THE EYE 2 and CHARLOTTE SOMETIMES, as well as television series such as INTO THE BADLANDS and SECRET CITY.

Preceding STRANGERS is director Brian L. Tan’s 30-minute film HOLDOUT, a historical action drama based on a true story of the last Japanese holdout from World War II. Left behind on an island by his unit, he never learned of Japan’s defeat and has been fighting a one-man war ever since. Suddenly, his world view is challenged when he encounters a modern American tourist. Shot on location in Hawaii, HOLDOUT was produced by Angie Laprete, Chris Pluchar, Wainani Tomich, Roy Tijoe and Ric Galindez and stars Toshi Toda, Mick Tolbert, Joji Yoshida and the late Wesley John.

CHOPSO will present the world premiere FREE SCREENING of the Director’s Cut of STRANGERS and HOLDOUT on Friday, Dec. 7, at 8 p.m. at National Center for the Preservation of Democracy at the Japanese American National Museum, 100 N. Central Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90012.

Actress Eugenia Yuan, filmmaker Michel Aki and Brian L. Tan “BLT” will appear for a special Q&A after the film screening. Join them at the after party at Little Tokyo’s historic Far Bar (https://www.farbarla.com), at 347 East 1^st Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012, after 10 p.m. Cash bar only.

* STRANGERS and HOLDOUT will be streamed worldwide day-and-date on Dec. 7 on CHOPSO. *

CHOPSO is the ultimate streaming destination for English-language Asian content worldwide. Movies, documentaries, short films, TV and digital series … “All Asian, all English, 24/7!” For $4.95/month or $49.95/year, customers can stream CHOPSO’s library anytime via the app (on IOS and Android devices) or website worldwide: CHOPSO.com. All handles are @CHOPSO.

RSVP info: http://www.CHOPSO.ORG/STRANGERS.

For press inquiries or pre-screening requests, contact Alan Chang at 424 361-8148 or e-mail alanc [at] chopso.org.

Source: CHOPSO

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November 16, 2018
Air Bud Entertainment Announces Major Partnerships With Newest Film ‘PUPPY STAR CHRISTMAS’

Coming to Netflix and Digital HD Nov. 20, Creating Millions of Consumer Impressions

LOS ANGELES, November 13, 2018 (Newswire.com)
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Air Bud Entertainment, the proud creators of beloved family entertainment, including “Air Bud” and “Disney Air Buddies,” announces their promotional campaign for “PUPPY STAR CHRISTMAS,” the fourth addition to the hugely popular PUP STAR live-action film franchise. The campaign includes Extended Stay America’s “25 Days of Holiday Cheer” Giveaway and #SantaChat on Twitter; VCA Animal Hospitals’ Holiday Photo Contest; Dogsters® Ice Cream Style Treats for Dogs’ customized feeding mat offer; and Old Mother Hubbard Natural Dog Treats’ retail exposure.

The following provides details about each campaign:

Extended Stay America (ESA) “25 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS” GIVEAWAY AND #SANTACHAT

ESA, the largest extended stay hotel chain nationwide, will create a multi-faceted campaign promoting PUPPY STAR CHRISTMAS and their pet-friendly hotels. Beginning Nov. 30,two exciting PUPPY STAR CHRISTMAS campaigns will begin: one on Twitter where consumers will chat with Santa for a chance to win prizes (registration begins Nov. 19) and the other where consumers can enter daily, from Nov. 30 through Dec. 24, for a chance to win pup-tastic toys. Both campaigns will include toys and promotional support from ESA’s partners – Hasbro’s furReal brand, Radio Flyer, Hape toys and Basic Fun!’s K’NEX brand. ESA’s entry page, esa.com/cheer, provides details about the giveaways and features a PUPPY STAR CHRISTMAS custom contest video.

ESA will promote the contest on elevator posters in all 600-plus hotels, Extended Perks email blasts to two million active members, their Wi-Fi landing page, social media and PR. ESA also sponsored a movie screening near their headquarters in Charlotte, North Carolina, which tied into The Humane Society of Charlotte’s relief efforts for displaced pets due to Hurricane Florence.

VCA Animal Hospitals Holiday Photo Contest

VCA Animal Hospitals, the largest family of animal care providers nationwide operating over 800 hospitals in the U.S. and Canada, will host a holiday photo contest in conjunction with the release of PUPPY STAR CHRISTMAS. Ten winners will receive $100 worth of their favorite dog stuffed animals from Melissa & Doug, who will also support the contest in their newsletters and social media.

The contest will be promoted on counter cards and posters in hospitals, email blasts to their more than one million pet parents, a custom PUPPY STAR CHRISTMAS contest video, social media and VCA’s website. VCA will also sponsor the movie screening near their headquarters in Los Angeles.

Dogsters® Ice Cream Treats for Dogs Free Travel Dog Bowl Offer

J&J Snack Foods Corp.’s Dogsters® Ice Cream Style Treats for Dogs will offer free Dogsters®/PUPPY STAR CHRISTMAS food and water mats for pets. They will promote the offer through a Macaroni Kid influencer campaign running across 150 local newsletters and social media posts nationwide generating over one million impressions, as well as Dogsters®’ newsletters, social media and homepage rotator.

Old Mother Hubbard Natural Dog Treats

Old Mother Hubbard is integrating PUPPY STAR CHRISTMAS into various marketing materials including stickers on Jingle Jangle natural dog treats and Old Mother Hubbard Classic Biscuits, and shelf talkers displayed in pet specialty stores. Old Mother Hubbard will also promote the film on social media and on their website homepage.

Official Film Synopsis

From the world of PUP STAR and the creators of AIR BUD and AIR BUDDIES, comes a new holiday treat for the whole family, PUPPY STAR CHRISTMAS. The family just got bigger as newlyweds Tiny and P.U.P. are spending their first Christmas with their new pups: CINDY, ROSIE, CHARLIE and BRODY. Unfortunately, the pups are more interested in getting gifts than enjoying a holiday with their family. To show what Christmas means to them, Tiny and P.U.P. plan a “Pup Star Christmas Special,” showcasing their new family, pup-tastic songs and a magical appearance of Santa and his reindeer.

But, little do they know, Bark and his mean team of Kano, Roland and Julio, have a new scheme to disrupt Pup Star and steal Christmas. They hijack Santa and the North Pole for their own personal gain. With Roland acting as the new Santa and Bark forcing people to pay for Santa’s goodwill, the holiday spirit is at an all-time low. When the pups find themselves in the North Pole, it’s up to them to save not only the Pup Star special but the Christmas spirit itself and discover the true meaning of the holiday. PUPPY STAR CHRISTMAS is a fun, grand musical adventure, filled with singing pups, new songs and a story filled with cheer and surprises.

About Extended Stay America

Extended Stay America Inc. (“ESA”) and its brand Extended Stay America® is the leading brand in the mid-priced extended stay segment in the U.S with 627 hotels, with approximately twice as many rooms as its nearest competitor. ESA’s subsidiary ESH Hospitality Inc. (“ESH”) is the largest lodging REIT in North America by unit and room count, with 568 hotels and approximately 62,300 rooms in the U.S. ESA also manages or franchises an additional 59 Extended Stay America® hotels. Visit www.esa.com for more information.

About VCA Inc.

VCA is a leading provider of pet health care services in North America. Through VCA Animal Hospitals, VCA operates the largest network of free-standing companion animal veterinary hospitals in the United States and Canada, while its Antech Diagnostics division operates the preeminent network of veterinary-exclusive clinical laboratories in North America, servicing all 50 states and Canada. VCA also supplies diagnostic imaging equipment to the veterinary industry through its Sound™ division and through Camp Bow Wow franchises, a premier provider of pet services including dog daycare, overnight boarding, grooming and other ancillary services at specially designed pet care facilities.

About VCA Animal Hospitals

VCA Animal Hospitals, part of the VCA family of companies, operates more than 800 companion animal veterinary hospitals in the U.S. and Canada. VCA hospitals are staffed by more than 4,700 fully qualified, dedicated and compassionate veterinarians to give pets the very best in medical care. With over 525 board-certified specialists who are experts in areas such as oncology, cardiology, emergency and critical care, and surgery, VCA Animal Hospitals provides not only a full range of general practice services to keep pets well but specialized treatments for when pets are ill. For more information, visit vcahospitals.com or follow on Twitter @vcapethealth and facebook.com/VCAAnimalHospitals/.

About Dogsters®

J&J Snack Foods Corp. is a leader and innovator in the snack food industry providing nutritional and affordable branded niche snack foods and beverages. Dogsters® Ice Cream Style Treats for Dogs, in Peanut Butter and Cheese and Mint Kissably flavors, is a premium snack for every dog.

About Old Mother Hubbard

Since 1926, Old Mother Hubbard has used the same simple methods to bake their snacks for dogs. Each home-style recipe is carefully crafted from wholesome ingredients that allow dog owners to feel good about giving their dogs a reward that is healthy and heartfelt.

About Air Bud Entertainment

Air Bud Entertainment is the premium brand for live-action family movies and TV series. The company has created over 22 family movies and five movie franchises that are licensed around the globe including the five Air Bud movies; seven Air Buddies movies with two Santa Paws movies in partnership with Disney, along with the new four-movie Pup Star franchise for Netflix. ABE also recently announced its new series Puppy Prep Academy with Disney Channel in the U.S.

Air Bud Entertainment is a fully integrated studio that produces all aspects of the creative and production process, including writing, directing, producing, post-production and visual effects. The company also markets and licenses its movie franchise/series directly. Air Bud Entertainment is based in Malibu, California, and its studios are in Vancouver, B.C., Canada. Visit and subscribe to http://www.AIRBUD.com and ABE YouTube.

Those interested in future partnerships with Air Bud Entertainment, please contact:

Karen Star
Stellar Marketing
kstar@stellarmktg.com
508-331-7242

For press information, please contact:

Jill Goldstein                                           Deana Dor
JGoldsteinPR                                          JGoldsteinPR
jill@jgoldsteinpr.com                      deana@jgoldsteinpr.com
646-449-9614                                      646-449-9614

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November 13, 2018
On Halloween, a Ghoulishly Good Deal: Free Cab Rides Home in Oakland

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updated: Oct 24, 2018

OAKLAND, Calif., October 24, 2018 (Newswire.com)
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Wherever people choose to spend Halloween night in Oakland, there will be no shortage of entertaining activities to choose from. They could go to a themed dance party by the waterfront, see the defending world champion Golden State Warriors put a scare into the New Orleans Pelicans or laugh the night away at the Halloween Hullabaloo standup comedy show. When the night is over, help Gillin, Jacobson, Ellis, Larsen & Lucey (GJELL) keep danger off the road by joining the Drink and Alive Free Cab Ride Program.

In Oakland and the other cities that make up Alameda County, 68 people were injured in traffic collisions last year on Halloween or the day after. One of those people died.

Auto injuries are always preventable. Let’s all do our part to make the streets in Oakland safer on Halloween.

Andy Gillin, GJELL partner

“Auto injuries are always preventable. Let’s all do our part to make the streets in Oakland safer on Halloween,” said GJELL partner Andy Gillin.

The program is simple. Register as a Free Cab Ride Program participant at GJEL.com/free, then pay for the ride up front. GJELL will reimburse the cost.

Participants must be 21 or older. The offer is valid for a single one-way ride to a safe destination in Oakland and other Bay Area cities. Rides starting on Wednesday, Oct. 31, at 5 p.m. and ending Thursday, Nov. 1, at 10 a.m. are eligible for reimbursement up to $25. One reimbursement per household is allowed.

After the event, GJELL will send online instructions to participants for reimbursement to a valid PayPal account.

About GJEL Accident Attorneys

GJEL Accident Attorneys is a San Francisco Bay Area law firm representing plaintiffs in catastrophic injury and wrongful death cases since 1972. More information is available at gjel.com and our Oakland office page.

Contact:

Casey Meraz
(925) 253-5800
casey@gjel.com

Source: Gillin, Jacobson, Ellis, Larsen & Lucey

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October 24, 2018
Pulse Center for Patient Safety Presents Blues Music Legend Toby Walker September 23

Blues legend will entertain at patient safety advocacy group’s annual fundraiser.

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updated: Sep 10, 2018

WANTAGH, N.Y., September 10, 2018 (Newswire.com)
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Pulse Center for Patient Safety, Education & Advocacy is pleased to announce that celebrated blues guitarist and singer Toby Walker will be the featured entertainer at its annual fundraising event on Sept. 23, 2018.

Walker has been described by other blues luminaries as “a fingerpicking guitar virtuoso” and “One of the most enjoyable artists in today’s Blues World.” His music, which draws heavily on traditional roots styles, is matched by his engaging, friendly stage presence.

Toby’s one of those rare talents who can command any stage . . .

Ilene Corina, President, Pulse CPSEA

Pulse CPSEA president Ilene Corina says, “Toby’s one of those rare talents who can command any stage from a club to a stadium with just his guitar, his personality and his voice. We’re so lucky to have him play for the Pulse patient safety community. You won’t want to miss this performance.”

She adds, “As well as having a great evening out, everyone who attends will be supporting our educational programs that help keep us all safer when using the healthcare system. Pulse also creates programs that help society’s most vulnerable people get the high-quality health care they deserve.”

The details:

Date: Sunday, September 23, 2018

Place: The Brokerage Comedy Club
2797 Merrick Rd.
Bellmore, NY 11710

Time: 6:30 pm

Ticket price: $20

The club has a full dinner menu and there’s a two-drink minimum.

Advance ticket sales only. Buy here or send check to:

Pulse CPSEA
PO Box 353
Wantagh, NY 11793-0353

All payments must be received by Sept. 16, 2018.

Source: Pulse Center for Patient Safety Education & Advocacy

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September 10, 2018
NFL Legend Troy Vincent and Tommi Vincent Introduce Vincent Country

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updated: Apr 25, 2018

DALLAS, April 25, 2018 (Newswire.com)
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VINCENT COUNTRY, a faith-driven family lifestyle brand committed to positive social impact, has officially launched nationwide. Developed by Troy and Tommi Vincent, the brand was founded on the premise of enriching the culture and communities through intentional service and legacy-inspired cooking.

“At the core of our family is faith and food. We are looking forward to sharing both through Vincent Country,” says Tommi Vincent, the family matriarch also known as Chef Tommi V. “Food brings people together, bonds families and friends; serving others inspires dreams and fosters hope. This is the heart of the Vincent Country journey.”

At the core of our family is faith and food. We are looking forward to sharing both through Vincent Country. Food brings people together, bonds families and friends; serving others inspires dreams and fosters hope. This is the heart of the Vincent Country journey.

Tommi Vincent

Curating an experience that will provide access to influential tastemakers, dynamic leaders, professional athletes and more, VINCENT COUNTRY launched their service-based event series in Dallas, Texas, Tuesday, April 24, with a Safe Zone Activity Day for 300 kids from the South Dallas community at St. Philip’s School & Community Center, 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, Dallas, TX 75215. The event featured an afternoon of fun, including athlete-inspired activities and a dessert masterclass with Chef Tommi V. Friday, April 27, the Vincents will also host a private Midnight Brunch for 50 special guests, including their friends and family, to feature a night of community and inspired comfort food by Chef Tommi V.

Widely known for soul-stirring cuisine, Chef Tommi V embraces the invaluable cooking lessons from her grandmother while leveraging her professional culinary training to produce atmospheres of healing and restoration. “She is the reason I am who I am today,” says Troy. Troy, along with his wife Tommi, who is also a motivational speaker, entrepreneur and writer, introduce Vincent Country as an extension of their combined accomplishments and efforts.

Troy is best known for his 15-year career in the NFL, as president of the NFL Players’ Association and the current executive vice president of football operations at the NFL. Beginning his football career as a first-round pick of the Miami Dolphins in the 1992 NFL Draft, Troy has touched millions on and off the football field promoting the values of character and leadership.

The Vincent family is made up of patriarch Troy and matriarch Tommi, as well as their children Desiré, Troy Jr., Taron, Hadassah and Tanner. The entire family reflects the values of Vincent Country and has built a legacy of community development through their non-profit Love Thy Neighbor Community Development and Opportunity Corporation, whose goal is to grow community development one person at a time.

ABOUT VINCENT COUNTRY

VINCENT COUNTRY is a faith-driven family lifestyle brand committed to positive social impact. Developed by Troy and Tommi Vincent, the family is leading and enriching the culture and communities through intentional service and legacy-inspired cooking.

For more information, please visit vincentcountry.com.

For all press inquiries, please contact press@vincentcountry.com.

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April 25, 2018
Positivity Is the Mission for New Artist Koa Jerome

Koa Jerome is a new musical artist taking a stand against the violence, drugs, and sexism taking place in the Hip-hop music industry.

LOS ANGELES, February 21, 2018 (Newswire.com)
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Singer-Songwriter Koa Jerome has released his first album entitled “Positivity”. Throughout the “Positivity” album, Koa Jerome reaches into a deep-dark place and exposes subject matters that are often overlooked by other artists in the music business. Koa’s album goes on to address the murderous,drug-infused, sexist lyrics being brought forth by his peers within the industry, and how negative music can mislead the youth.

Koa Jerome has written and produced for The Dream, Melanie Fiona, French Montana, and more, but was not attracted to the pressure and marionette lifestyle being a musical talent can bring. Turning down multiple deals to keep creative freedom, morals, and values intact. Koa looks to help his peers recognize that one doesn’t have to follow trends to become successful in the music business.

Be on the lookout for Koa Jerome’s album “Positivity” on his website www.koajerome.com. Koa is also a tech entrepreneur developing multiple musical apps releasing in Spring 2018.

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February 21, 2018
Kirk Cameron Starts Brand New Tour in Baton Rouge

Cameron’s “Living Room Reset” is unlike any other event.

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updated: Jan 17, 2018

BATON ROUGE, La., January 17, 2018 (Newswire.com)
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With nearly 30 years of marriage under his belt, Christian Hollywood Actor Kirk Cameron is hitting the road for a tour he’s calling “Living Room Reset” and a promise that it will be “unlike any event you’ve ever been to.” And for the first time, his wife Chelsea has created some amazing new content to join the tour via video.

On Jan. 26, Cameron will be packing the living room up in a trailer and will be stopping at The Church International in Baton Rouge, Louisiana to speak and provide resources to help strengthen marriages and child-parent relationships.

I’ve found that through the last 22 years of being a dad, 27 years of being a husband – that there’s nothing our family can’t get through, nothing we can’t figure out if we’ll just gather in the living room and take time to reset a few things, to refocus on the things that really matter.

Kirk Cameron, Actor/Author/Producer/Speaker

“I’ve found that through the last 22 years of being a dad, 27 years of being a husband – that there’s nothing our family can’t get through, nothing we can’t figure out if we’ll just gather in the living room and take time to reset a few things, to refocus on the things that really matter,” explains Cameron in his YouTube trailer.

The Cameron’s have six children, ages 15, 16, 17, 18, 19 and 21. They hope they can teach moms, dads and kids about growing together, learning together, struggling, falling, and recovering – all while learning to trust God more and serve one another better.

One thing this tour is doing that has never been done before is that Cameron is allowing the attendees in every city to custom tailor the discussions each night to what they want to hear. “When an attendee reserves their seat at KirkCameron.com, they will then be asked to select the content they want to hear. I figured, why waste time talking about topics that don’t need to be discussed,” Cameron commented.

“Whether you want to talk about cherishing your spouse for a lifetime, to the why and the how of forgiveness, to parenting skills,” Cameron explains. “This is going to make no two events the same.”

The tour will also feature special guests, well-known Christian music artists and throwback “Growing Pains” surprises.

The first three dates have been announced with the first one kicking off in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on Jan. 26. You can find the complete tour schedule and reserve your seat on Cameron’s website.

Media Contact:
Ryan Higgins, The Tempus Collaborative
Phone: 202.813.9012
Email: ryan@thetempus.co

Source: Kirk Cameron

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January 17, 2018
Get Ready to Be Inspired! 2017 Awareness Film Festival, Featuring Lisa Vanderpump’s Short Doc Road to Yulin, Kicks Off on October 5

Heal One World is proud to present the 2017 Awareness Film Festival in Downtown Los Angeles, from October 5 to 15th, showcasing ecological, health, well-being, political and spiritual films

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updated: Sep 18, 2017

LOS ANGELES, September 18, 2017 (Newswire.com)
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The 8th Annual Awareness Film Festival is set to return this year on October 5 through October 15 with its unique and stimulating program celebrating ecological, health/well-being, political and spiritual films from all around the world.

Taking place at The Regal Cinemas in L.A. LIVE, the Awareness Film Festival has continued to grow and to help promote change in the world on a socio-economic level. This year will not only include screenings of incredibly inspirational and thought-provoking films, but will also play host to filmmaker Q&A’s, panel discussions, live music, speakers, artists, parties, and a virtual reality showcase.

The Awareness Film Festival is delighted to announce it’s Opening Night and La Premiere Gala featuring Show Me Democracy and Lisa Vanderpump’s (“Bravo’s Real Housewives of Beverly Hills”) short documentary The Road to Yulin, as well as Closing Night film Adele and Everything After. The festival will also play host to the short film Chasing Titles (starring Brian Austin Green), Francesca Eastwood’s Rebel in Rising, HARE KRISHNA! The Mantra, The Movement And The Swami Who Started It All, and Martin Sheen’s Paying the Price for Peace: The Story of S. Brian Willson

And after all the action, filmmakers and guests are welcomed to experience the hit of Sundance Film Festival – Awareness Film Festival’s Zen Den which focuses on rejuvenation and transformation. The Zen Den will be presenting wellness classes including yoga and tai-chi.

For a detailed film schedule and list of special events, including the Opening Night Gala, Honoree Dinner and Closing Night Gala and panels, please visit: https://www.awarenessfestival.org

The Awareness Film Festival is presented by Heal One World. The Los Angeles based non-profit was formed to help connect people in need of preventative health care, non-traditional/complementary modalities, natural non-invasive treatments and guidance learning self-help techniques that are generally not covered by insurance, and offer access to this help on a sliding scale, free or donation basis.

All proceeds from the festival will go towards Heal One World.

Tickets: https://www.awarenessfestival.org/tickets-passes

Single Film Block:               Presale: $15, Box Office: $18

Weekday Pass Single Day Pass:       Presale: $20, Box Office: $25

Panels Pass (good for all panels):       Presale: $40, Box Office: $45

Weekend Single Day Pass:           Presale: $25, Box Office: $30

Weekend 2-Day Pass:           Presale: $40, Box Office: $50

All Access 11-Day Pass (not including parties): $99.00

VIP All Access (Includes opening, closing and filmmaker parties):    $175.00

Connect With Awareness Film Festival:

Facebook: AwarenessFest

Twitter: @AwarenessFest

Instagram: @AwarenessFest

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EDITORIAL NOTES:

Official 2017 Festival Poster: https://drive.google.com/open?id=0BwYchBpcGAyQQlpyMVZVZFQ0TUk

MEDIA CONTACTS

For more information on the festival and how to secure film/panel credentials, please contact:

Nicole Newton-Plater

Nicole@ppmg.info

310-860-7774 O

310-362-7831 M

Melissa Pérez

melissa@ppmg.info

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Source: Awareness Film Festival

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September 18, 2017
Keynote Speaker – Stephen M. Apatow – Lead From the Front
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updated: Mar 31, 2017
Milford, Connecticut, March 31, 2017 (Newswire.com)
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” Leadership development begins with a support system, that helps all team members reach their potential, focusing on their gifts, talents and capabilities. The purpose is not exploitation, but functional benefit for the mission of the team. This requires a fine balance between the need for tunnel vision during execution of a mission and capabilities that support stability, health, happiness and prosperity in the bigger picture of life. Though paradoxical, the objective is a team of leaders.” — Stephen M. Apatow.

From “Living On The Edge” to being the “Cutting Edge”

In 1994, a small nonprofit organization named Humanitarian Resource Institute (HRI), was formed in Carson City, Nevada. The mission was to address the cross section of needs defined during two national touch outreach projects, the first for substance abuse in 1990, and second for hunger, homelessness and poverty in 1993. HRI’s first project was named Focus On America. Through the assistance of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and Emergency Food and Shelter National Board Program (EFSNBP), the mission was to take lessons learned, and “bridge unmet needs to untapped resources.” This project reached front-line programs and EFSNBP directors in over 3100 U.S. counties, all 50 states and territories. In 1999, the successful completion of United States networks, led to the development the International Disaster Information Network (IDIN), to assist FEMA with remediation for the Year 2000 Conversion, and then complex emergencies in 193 UN member countries.

Formation of the Humanitarian University Consortium in 2002, helped connect subject matter experts at colleges and universities, public, private and defense organizations in every UN member country. Through this consortium initiative, the worlds top reference points in medicine, veterinary medicine and law helped HRI be a global reference point for health care, education, agricultural and economic development.

Shortly thereafter, HRI was recognized as one of nine leading educational and research institutions by the National Academy of Sciences, with the Center for Nonproliferation Studies, Columbia University: Center for Public Health Preparedness, Harvard University John F. Kennedy School of Government: Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs, Humanitarian Resource Institute, Johns Hopkins University: Center for Civilian Biodefense Studies, Massachusetts Institute of Technology: Center for International Studies, National Academy of Sciences, University of Maryland: Center for International and Security Studies at Maryland, University of Minnesota: Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy. — See: Biological Threats and Terrorism, Assessing the Science and Response Capabilities: Workshop Summary: Forum on Emerging Infections, Board on Global Health. “Front Matter, ” Washington, DC: The National Academies Press, 2002.

In 2009, HRI formed the United Nations Arts Initiative to promote “Arts Integration Into Education,” connecting educators, artists and entertainment industry, who have the innovation, creativity and intimate connection with the grassroots level, to impact prioritized humanitarian emergencies and relief operations. The United Nations Arts Initiative helps both artist and grassroots leaders with strategic planning, critical analysis, expert think tank development for background discussions, peer reviewed data compilation and communications that engage decision makers and audiences in a target demographic.

In 2011, H-II OPSEC Expeditionary Operations was developed to assist defense support for humanitarian and security emergencies, currently beyond the capabilities of governmental, UN, NGO and relief organizations.

Lead from the Front: Leadership Development Programs

Though functioning outside of the mainstream spotlight for 23 years, Humanitarian Resource Institute has been the reference point for unconventional asymmetric strategic planning.

Today, Stephen M. Apatow, President, Director of Research and Development for HRI, is focused on helping young leaders and executive leadership teams understand how to operate in complex environments and strategic areas viewed as critical to the CEO level of operations. Lead from the Front: Development Programs help the CEO level break down walls and barriers, establishing a focus on optimization of the mission objective, through:
- Prioritization
- Subject matter expert review
- Peer reviewed material support
- Effective communications to penetrate a target audience.
- Touch Outreach
- Consensus building
Overview of Current Leadership Initiatives

Background Synopsis
- 1984-1990: Pioneer for development of Classical Ballet Based Biomechanics, Orthopedic Analysis, Correction & Retraining. See: Sharpening The Tactical Athlete.
- 1990: Cycle Across America for Substance Abuse. National Youth leadership development program.
- 1993: Run Across America for Hunger, Homelessness and Poverty. National Youth leadership development program.
- 1994-Present: President, Founder, Director of Research and Development for the UN NGO Humanitarian Resource Institute.
- 2009-Present: Director, United Nations Arts Initiative. Artist, Publisher, ASCAP.
- 2010: Cancer Survivor — Never Give Up: Cancer Journal, Educational Resources, Advocacy Information.
- 2011-Present: Director of H-II OPSEC Expeditionary Operations: Defense support for humanitarian and security emergencies beyond the capabilities of governmental, UN, NGO and relief organizations. — Anti-Terrorism Officer, NATO JADL – NSHQ SOCC Staff Officer NSTEP 2012.
Representative Presentations, Workshops and Media
- Artists and Educators Mobilize: United Nations Arts Initiative: Teachers College, Columbia University, 9 December 2015.
- H-II OPSEC: Redefining a Global Security Support System: Spotlight in Journal of Special Operations Medicine: JSOM ABC’s, 15 April 2013.
- H-II: Stephen Michael Apatow Named Ambassador for Vet2011 Global Initiative: Vet2011: World Veterinary Year 250th Year Anniversary of the Global Veterinary Profession, Humanitarian Resource Institute, 7 February 2011.
- Keynote Speaker: The Future of Biodetection Systems – Final Workshop Analysis (Archive): The Future of Biodetection Systems Workshop was coordinated by the intelligence community to bring together industry, academia, national labs, and federal agency personnel in an interactive process, to develop a roadmap for research and development investment in biodetection. Sponsored by Los Alamos National Laboratory, September 26 & 27 2006. — Overview: BTACC Pathobiologics International. DNA-based Detection Technologies: Powerpoint Presentation.
- Member of the scientific committee of the World Health Organization Collaborating Centre for Tourist Health and Travel Medicine, 2005: Fifth European Conference on Travel Medicine.
- EHPNET: Humanitarian Resource Institute Emerging Infectious Disease Network: Environmental Health Perspectives (EHP), an online publication by the Public Health Service, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, National Institutes of Health, National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS), Volume 112, Number 1, January 2004.
- Keynote Speaker: 8th annual meeting of the Association of Veterinary Biologics Companies (AVBC), 5 November 2003.
- 2002 Award for Excellence in Outbreak Reporting on the Internet: International Society for Infectious Diseases, ProMED-mail.
- U.S. Representative for Agricultural Security: U.S. Medicine Institute for Health Studies Forum “Food, Air, Water, and Terrorism: Assessing the Risk,” sponsored by the Department of Defense, Global Emerging Infections System and Annapolis Center. 29 January 2002. The paper “Agricultural Security and Emergency Preparedness: Protecting One of America’s Infrastructures,” Stephen M. Apatow, Humanitarian Resource Institute, was a reference point for agricultural security.
- 1999 FEMA Community and Family Preparedness Workshop: Grassroots network development for state and county emergency managers, at the Mount Weather Emergency Operations Center in Bluemont, VA.
Advisory Board
- Slavery Today: A Multidisciplinary Journal of Human Trafficking Solutions, dedicated to research, theory, and practical application in eradicating slavery. It is a nexus of critical thought for all fields relating to understanding and combating modern slavery and is unique in its focus on the issues of slavery and human trafficking.
- War Crimes Committee: International Bar Association. Education and Advocacy Support for Human Rights Reporting – Evidence Collection – Witness Protection, International Bar Association Human Rights Institute.
Consultancy Umbrellas
- Pathobiologics International: www.pathobiologics.org
- Sports Medicine & Science Institute: www.esportsmedicine.org
- SMAMedia Communications: www.smamedia.com
Note: Speaker’s Fee Range: $20,000 to $100,000. Please Inquire.

Source: Humanitarian Resource Institute (HRI)
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March 31, 2017
New York Times Bestselling Authors Launch Worldwide “Read-In” for Refugees

Go Jane Give Hosts Pulitzer Prize, Man Booker Prize and Presidential Medal of Freedom Recipients to Rally Readers

Boston, MA, March 7, 2017 (Newswire.com)
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In the wake of Donald Trump’s latest executive order on immigration, a growing list of best-selling authors and recipients of the world’s highest literary honors are adding their names to #Read4Refugees, a worldwide “read-in” for refugees. The campaign encourages people everywhere to support refugees by donating what they spend on a night out and stay in to read instead.

Supporting authors include New York Times and international best-selling authors and recipients of the Pulitzer Prize, the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the Man Booker Prize, the National Book Award, the Carnegie Medal and dozens of literary honors. Veteran and newly-published authors are signing on quickly, representing a wide range of genres including fiction, nonfiction, children’s and young adult literature, graphic novels and comic books.

Hashtags for refugees are good. Resources for refugees are better.

Josie Lauritsen Lee, Co-founder #Read4Refugees

Josie Lauritsen Lee, co-founder of Go Jane Give, the nonprofit organization hosting the campaign says, “Hashtags for refugees are good. Resources for refugees are better. #Read4Refugees empowers everyday people to take on the refugee crisis from their own homes and contribute resources in a doable way. Anyone with a big heart and a night-out to spare can get involved. We’re honored to have such beloved and highly-acclaimed authors supporting this campaign, and we’re thrilled to see readers around the world getting involved.”

All donations to #Read4Refugees go to RefugePoint, a nonprofit that supports the world’s most at-risk refugees. RefugePoint saves lives by helping refugees resettle safely in the U.S., Canada, Australia and other countries around the world. Through services including healthcare, counseling, business skills training and small grants, they ensure refugees find safety and pathways to self-reliance. In her comment on the fundraising page, Presidential Medal of Freedom recipient Isabel Allende says of the campaign, “What a great idea. Always happy to support RefugePoint.” Read more about RefugePoint in the New York Times.

#1 New York Times best-selling author Ally Condie, the first author to sign on to the campaign states, “I’m happy to be able to turn my passion for reading and writing into a way to support refugees. #Read4Refugees is about more than just sending a message—it’s about getting funds into the hands of refugee-focused organizations that are making a real difference.”

All readers are invited to join the campaign by donating their night out on the campaign’s fundraising page. Published authors who would like to add their names to the campaign should also donate their night out on the fundraising page and send an email to hello@gojanegive.org to say, “I’m in!” Their names will be added to the fast-growing list of supporting authors.

All donors are encouraged to post a selfie with a favorite book to the hashtag #Read4Refugees on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook to help send a message of compassion for refugees and inspire others to give. Campaign ends March 31, 2017.

Media contact: Josie Lauritsen Lee

Email: josie@gojanegive.org

Phone: 801-505-9635

About the Authors:

Link to list of supporting authors

About Go Jane Give:

Go Jane Give is a nonprofit organization that helps people turn their talents and interests into simple, shareable fundraisers for causes they care about. Go Jane Give’s platform allows people to fundraise for any U.S.-registered nonprofit and features six high-impact nonprofits, including RefugePoint.

About RefugePoint:

RefugePoint is a nonprofit that provides lasting solutions to the world’s most at-risk refugees. RefugePoint saves lives by helping refugees resettle safely in the U.S., Canada, Australia and other countries around the world. Through services including healthcare, counseling, business skills training and small grants, they ensure refugees find safety and pathways to self-reliance.

Source: Go Jane Give

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March 7, 2017
iRead2Know Radio Now Available on iHeartRadio and iHeartRadio Family

New York, NY, May 13, 2016 (Newswire.com)
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Who knew learning could be so much FUN! iRead2Know, now available on iHeartRadio and iHeartRadio Family, is a delightful array of programming for children: Original Stories, Classic Stories, Themed Music, Character Skits, Kid’s World News, Fun Facts, Discover da Vinci Show, Kids Comedy, The Birthday Show and much more.

Listeners can join the Puppies of Puccini, Elsha and Splash Dance, Purple Frog, Eshe The Ethiopian Elephant, Merry Jane and The Holidays, Planet Pink and the entire iRead2Know gang on iRead2Know on iHeartRadio and iHeartRadio Family!

“iRead2Know Radio Makes Your Brain Grow”

http://www.iheart.com/live/iread2know-radio-7101/

“iRead2Know Radio Makes Your Brain Grow”

With over a quarter of a billion monthly listeners in the U.S. and over 85 million social followers, iHeartMedia has the largest reach of any radio or television outlet in America. It serves over 150 markets through 858 owned radio stations, and the company’s radio stations and content can be heard on AM/FM, HD digital radio, satellite radio, on the Internet at iHeartRadio.com and on the company’s radio station websites, on the iHeartRadio mobile app, in enhanced auto dashes, on tablets and smartphones, and on gaming consoles.

iHeartRadio, iHeartMedia’s digital radio platform, is the No. 1 all-in-one digital audio service with over 900 million downloads; it reached its first 20 million registered users faster than any digital service in Internet history and reached 85 million registered users faster than any other radio or digital music service and even faster than Facebook. The company’s operations include radio broadcasting, online, mobile, digital and social media, live concerts and events, syndication, music research services and independent media representation. iHeartMedia is a division of iHeartMedia, Inc. Visit iHeartMedia.com for more company information.

Source: iRead2Know

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