Canadian Artist Aaron W. Lacey to Donate Art to Sentebale and New York-based Art StartNEW YORK (RUSHPRNEWS) July 28, 2008 – Canadian artist Aaron W. Lacey to show his latest work in New York, at the Agora Gallery from October 1st to the 21st. Lacey is donating 70% of proceeds from the sale of any painting that may sell from the Beyond Borders exhibition, an exhibition of Fine Art from Canada, (October 1 – October 21, 2008 / reception on October 2), to Art Start (www.art-start.org) and to Sentebale (www.sentebale.org).
The value of the donated art to Art-Start (www.art-start.org) is $19,500.00 and $13,500.00 to Sentebale (www.sentebale.org) to the Beyond Borders: Exhibition of Fine Art from Canada.
Angela Di Bello, director at the Agora Gallery describes Lacey’s work in those terms, “Aaron W. Lacey creates remarkable artworks with a mixed media process that incorporates moulding pastes, clothing and acrylic paint. While evoking consumer culture as in Pop Art and the untamed aesthetics of Abstract Expressionism, each piece has an individual character based upon the materials that he is working with. The petrified state of the fabrics appears nearly archaeological while its textures and folds create a visually dynamic force within the work. By varying his process Lacey is able to create a swath of fascinating effects, from bubbling metal to glistening flower petals”.
Lacey’s approach to art merges his passion for all that is beautiful and sensorial with science, the artist explains "My work is unique and rare because I have fused science, art and fashion," he states. "All my work has texture for the purpose of touch."
Paintings for sale at the Agora Gallery
Proceeds donated to Sentebale: Sentebale - which means "forget me not" in Sesotho - was founded by Prince Harry and Lesotho's Prince Seeiso in the memory of Harry's mother, Diana, Princess of Wales, and Prince Seeiso’s late mother, Queen ‘Mamohato, to help orphans and vulnerable children in a nation of 1.8 million people, where about 300,000 children have lost one or both parents to HIV/AIDS. As reported by the Associated Press (July 9, 200
, “"The vulnerable children of Lesotho will always be welcome here," said Prince Harry.
Arctic Blooms $7500.00
Wiltshire $4500.00
Frutti Di Mare $6800.00
Proceeds donated to Art Start: Art-Start was founded in 1991 by Scott Rosenberg and a handful of New York artists to make art with homeless kids living in shelters. The purpose of the non-profit organization is to value and nurture the voices, hearts and minds of under-served children and teenagers and help them transform their lives through the creative process. Art Start received the President’s Service Award, April 27, 1997 from President Clinton.
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“Dalai Lama Renaissance”, narrated by Harrison Ford, Premieres Theatrically in U.S. on May 23
Documentary is the first theatrical film about the Dalai Lama in U.S. since international spotlight on China and Tibet
“What the Bleep Do We Know” Physicists
LOS ANGELES (RUSHPRNEWS) May 8, 2008 – “Dalai Lama Renaissance” (www.DalaiLamaFilm.com), an award-winning 80 minute documentary film narrated by actor Harrison Ford, holds its U.S. theatrical premiere on May 23 in San Francisco.
“Dalai Lama Renaissance,” produced and directed by Khashyar Darvich, is the first film about the Dalai Lama and Tibet to open theatrically in the United States since the international spotlight placed on China for its firm handling of Tibetan protestors speaking out against Chinese policies in Tibet.
“Dalai Lama Renaissance” opens one day after the premiere of Harrison Ford’s “Indiana Jones 4,” which opens internationally on May 22, and is only among a small handful of documentaries that Ford has chosen to narrate during his career.
"I narrated Dalai Lama Renaissance,” says Harrison Ford, “because I believe His Holiness is making a positive influence in our world. For me, the film represented an opportunity to continue assisting the optimistic efforts of an extraordinary individual.”
In 1995, Ford spoke to the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee about Chinese policy in
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The film features two of the starring quantum physicists from the hit theatrical documentary “What the Bleep Do We Know,” Physicists Fred Alan Wolf and Amit Goswami. Also appearing in “Dalai Lama Renaissance” are Michael Beckwith (who appears in the film “The Secret” with Wolf), Air America The film tells the story of 40 Western innovative thinkers who travel to
“Dalai Lama Renaissance” premieres theatrically in the United States San Francisco Santa Fe , New Mexico Santa Fe Film Center Boulder , Colorado Portland U.S. On October 8, the film opens theatrically in Germany Austria Switzerland Holland Belgium “Dalai Lama Renaissance” has won 12 film festival awards, and is the official selection of 38 film festivals around the world, where it consistently has attracted sold out audiences. For more information, please see www.DalaiLamaFilm.com, or contact Wakan Films at: information@DalaiLamaFilm.com or 310-772-8272.
Three film trailer for “Dalai Lama Renaissance” can be found here: http://www.dalailamafilm.com/trailer.html. The Electronic Press Kit for the film can be found here: http://dalailamafilm.com/press/
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Contemporary Dance Company founded by Genevieve Bolla and Emilie Gratton, formerly from the Jeune Ballet du Québec
MONTREAL, QC (RUSHPRNEWS) February 14, 2008. – Evolucidanse, an upcoming contemporary dance company invites all members of the press to « Roots », a Montreal premiere on February 29 at 18h30, 1185 St-Mathieu (corner René-Lévesque), room M-100 at the Couvent des Sœurs Grises.
The evening will feature Evolucidanse first creation entitled « Roots » which was first presented at the London Live Arts Festival this past September. The piece was received to great acclaim both from the public and the press. John Teeter for CBC radio3 stated, “The highlight of the festival for me was the dance group Evolucidanse from Montreal who promote contemporary dance through choreographies that step outside today's dance norm.” Furthermore, James Reaney from the London Free Press, exclaimed, “Evolucidanse was a real delight.”
The founders of the company Genevieve Bolla and Emilie Gratton, both studied at the acclaimed École Supérieure de Ballet Contemporain de Montréal. For their first piece, « Roots » created by Genevieve Bolla, the company hired Lila-Mae Talbot and also Christian Ngabonziza (Ngabo), an electronic musician active in the Montreal music scene.
Evolucidanse was founded in 2007 by Genevieve Bolla and Emilie Gratton both graduates from the Superior School of Contemporary Ballet. The company's mission is to promote contemporary dance by creating pieces that will be out of the beaten track. Under the influence of classical dance, and with the inspiration of the Middle East culture, the company presents a rich and innovating choreographic philosophy. Explains Genevieve, “We also have the wish to explore and fuse the dancers' emotional and physical range to create truly personal work.”
The launch has been made possible with the support of Concordia University and the Jeune Ballet du Quebec’s Artistic Director, Mr. Didier Chirpaz. Chirpaz states, “Genevieve and Emilie represent the non-conformist spirit of contemporary dance, to create without taboo and great passion.” Concluding, Chirpaz further states,” These dancers have so much to contribute to the dance world and I am looking forward to follow their career.”
The performance will be followed by a Q & A. The performers are available for interviews following the performance or at another time and date. Simply contact Anne Howard to schedule an interview
Wine and cider will be served, compliments of the Cidredie Michel Jodoin.
To attend this event, kindly R.S.V.P. as soon as possible by calling Anne Howard at 514-523-3771, mobile 514-927-3771, or writing her at anne@annehowardpublicist.com .
This event is open to the general public. Admission is $15, student $5.
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New Year’s Resolution 2008 –Make Fitness a Family Affair
Families that Stay Fit Together Have Better Chances of Sticking with Routine
For Families with Toddler to Teens, Funfit Offers All inclusive Family Fitness Programming
WASHINGTON, DC (RUSHPRNEWS) December 14, 2007- Funfit’s founder, Celia Kibler, has a message for the American family, “In 2008, commit to fitness as a family. Turn off the TV, get off the couch and come to Funfit. Make fitness a family affair”, she says. With FUNFIT classes being taught in Maryland, New York, Louisiana and now Colorado, and with more locations to open shortly, Celia’s all inclusive family fitness programming has a fitness plan for all families regardless of age groups. Whether from toddlers to teens, the trick is to exercise together. Team up dad/mom and toddler, older siblings with younger siblings, grandparents and grandkids or any other family situation, the trick is to make a family commitment to health and fitness for 2008 and as a result, see overall health benefits for everyone.
Celia believes that by making exercise a family affair, healthy patterns are set and more likely to be effective and last a lifetime. Parents are our children’s strongest role models. She states that exercising with your kids doesn’t necessarily require special skills or start-up costs. “You don’t have to be good at anything to put on some music and move your body to it. It’s called dancing and it’s free,” Celia told Rush PR News. “People forget that you’re never too old to be a kid. Playing with your children — there’s no greater joy.” She also emphasises the importance of sharing meals and learning about nutrition together. She explains, “Feed your body right, think clearly, make healthy decisions and have fun”.
Problems facing families today
1. Time management
2. Financial stress
3. Daily stress of school and work
4. Health concerns – fitness, nutrition, wellness
5. Kids with ADD/ADHD and other special needs
Remedies for these common problems
Funfit offers many ideas to bring the family together and regain the enjoyment of each other. Getting back to basics is a great way to start.
Start with Meals:
1. Plan your meals together
2. Shop together
3. Prepare meals together
4. Enjoy meals as a family
5. Choose and discuss healthy options
6. Learn about nutrition together at Funfit
Family play and vacation time:
Benefits
1. Increased conversation with family members
2. Relax from the hectic day, together as a family
4. Feel great as you get you and your children in shape
5. Endless healthy physical and mental benefits
7. Decreased medical expenses
8. Enjoy each other’s company by rediscovering what it is you like about each other
9. Have FUN together as a family
10. Fitness as a lifelong way of life
11. Overall health improvement
12. Longevity
Celia has been featured on Fox News, AP, Washington Times and countless other major media outlets and would be a great resource to your families in need of a healthy makeover for the New Year.
You may contact Celia’s publicist Anne Howard, at either 310-295-9578, or by writing at anne at rushprnews.com. Take advantage of Celia’s wealth of knowledge, which shared could bring greater quality of life to millions nationwide.
You may visit Celia’s website at www.funfit.us
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he Quik Pod® DSLR handheld camera system from Fromm Works Inc. serves the needs of amateur photographers and photo journalists worldwide.
The Quik Pod®, voted one of the favorite, perfect travel gadgets by MSN, has a proprietary built-in wide-angle mirror for self-portraits enabling the traveling photographer to be included in photos and videos without asking strangers to operate their camera. Simply set the camera self-timer, aim and smile.
The Quik Pod® DSLR is designed for DSLR cameras and camcorders up to 2 lbs. in weight. The Quik Pod® DSLR converts from monopod to handheld in seconds and extends the reach by more than 4 feet.
Families and people on vacation will appreciate this versatile tool for taking better pictures and videos. Inventor Wayne Fromm took years to create what he calls “fun and practical tripods and monopods for all level of photographers.”
The Quik Pod® DSLR can also be used to hold lighting apparatus. The Quik Pod® DSLR includes a carry bag, hiking clip, wrist strap, aluminum end cap, rubberized monopod adapter tip, belly pad and quick release camera mount. Attaches to all cameras using a standard tripod socket.
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LOLA 2007 Legendary Brian Eno, Canadian Premiere of 77 Million Paintings
Brooklyn’s Grizzly Bear, Beach House, Final Fantasy, Constantines, Prefuse 73, and Akron/Family are among the artists to perform Sept 20-23.
LONDON, ONTARIO (RUSHPRNEWS) September 10, 2007- London Ontario Live Arts Festival (LOLA) taking place September 20-23 is promising to transform downtown London into a massive public art gallery and concert space. With legendary artist Brian Eno displaying his artwork, see Eno’s generative art exhibition 77 Million Paintings. Grizzly Bear, Beach House, Final Fantasy, Constantines, Prefuse 73, and Akron/Family are among the artists who will play free shows as part of this year's LOLA Festival.
The festival takes place from September 20-23 at various venues across London, Ontario, though not all shows are free.
The rest of the LOLA lineup includes Holy Fuck, the Acorn, Videohippos, Basia Bulat, Carolyn Mark, Hylozoists, Wooden Stars, and Sandro Perri (aka Polmo Polpo), and others from the alternative music and art scene. LOLA is setting the stage for an event with great artistic impact to the community with events taking place in popular venues.
Artists positioned at high visibility locations and giant projections will adorn select high-rise buildings and wall spaces throughout the core area. Major concert events will take place in the daytime and evenings, starting with Eno’s 77 Million Paintings September 20 and concluding with The Constantines at Victoria Park on Sunday, September 23rd.
Special guest, contemporary dance Troup EvoLucidanse from Quebec will perform its premiere of Roots, a choreography blending the element of classical dance with a middle-eastern flavor.
The impact of immense projections, interactive drama, acclaimed musical and dance performances, and the involvement of major organizations from around the country, including extensive municipal support will combine to create a truly unique event of consequence.
For the event calendar, visit the Festival’s website at www.lolafest.com.
LOLA LAUNCH PARTY - THURSDAY NIGHT @ RUMRUNNERS
PREFUSE 73
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THESIS SAHIB W/ TOOLSHED
FRIDAY NIGHT FREE IN VICTORIA PARK
GRIZZLY BEAR / FINAL FANTASY
BASIA BULAT / VIDEO HIPPOS / SHAD K / BEACH HOUSE
THE BARMITZVAH BROTHERS / TWO MINUTE MIRACLES
FRIDAY NIGHT @ CALL THE OFFICE
HOLY F**K / DD/MM/YYYY
FEUERMUSIK / RAISED BY SWANS
FRIDAY NIGHT @ THE LONDON MUSIC CLUB
GEOFF BERNER / OLD MAN LUEDECKE
CAROLYN MARK / JENNY OMNICHORD / THE BOY FROM E.T.
SATURDAY NIGHT FREE IN VICTORIA PARK
CONSTANTINES / AKRON/FAMILY
HYLOZOISTS / MELIGROVE BAND / OHBIJOU / TORNGAT
THE ACORN / WOODEN STARS / TUSKS
SATURDAY NIGHT @ THE LONDON MUSIC CLUB
SANDRO PERRI / GREAT AUNT IDA
SNAILHOUSE / LAURA BARRETT / MANTLER
SUNDAY NIGHT @ THE ALEX P. KEATON
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BRIAN ENO: 77 MILLION PAINTINGS
LAURA KAVANAUGH & IAN BIRSE: INSTANT PLACES
SIGI TORINUS & JOSE SEOANE w/ BLACK HOLE FACTORY: TALKING WALLS
MICHELLE GAY CONTINUOUS TREE COUNT
KEVIN CURTIS-NORCROSS: BLOW
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The Wrong Move Coming this Fall Sheds Dark Light on Hogtown as Crime City
Latest Thriller by Bestselling Author Sheila Kindellan-Sheehan Tells Tale of Murder and Betrayal in Trendy Bloor West Village. Previous Three Bestsellers Recommended Reading for Summer Vacations.
Toronto, ON (rushprnews) June 19, 2007 - The Wrong Move brings Sheila Kindellan-Sheehan’s bestselling Caitlin Donovan series to Canada’s largest metropolis – all the while sticking to the series’ roots: thrilling storytelling, compelling and realistic settings, and true old-fashion suspense novel with sexy and modern female leads.
Her team of accidental detectives Caitlin Donovan and best friend Carmen DiMaggio, away from Montreal and their beloved Florida, plunge into crime solving in Toronto. The journey takes them and readers through trendy and upscale neighborhoods to the dark alleys of The Big Smoke, tackling issues of deceit, betrayal, and murder among the power-hungry elite.
Kindellan-Sheehan, a three-time bestselling author, has brought the duo of Caitlin Donovan and her best friend Carmen DiMaggio to Toronto to help a friend – as police set out to hunt for the killer of a 15-year-old who never made it home after a babysitting evening at the Bloor West Village home of an up-and-coming ambitious couple. The Wrong Move makes characters out of familiar Toronto locations such as Bloor Street, CN Tower, High Park, and the Village.
Her previous novels – The Sands Motel (2004), Cutting Corners (2005) and An Easy Mark (2006) of the Caitlin Donovan series – are recommended reading for summer vacationers looking for a thrill and are presently available at bookstores across Canada and online. The Sands Motel and Cutting Corners were Montreal Gazette bestsellers.
Kindellan-Sheehan’s work has been published in The Globe and Mail, read on CBC’s “First Person Singular”, Radio One, CBC Montreal, CJAD, CTV and Global TV. Sheila’s Take (Shoreline Press, 2003), her first collection of short stories, was a bestseller, and a critical and popular success. Her work also appears in the anthology Conscious Women, Conscious Lives (White Knight Publications, 2004).
Kindellan-Sheehan is also a popular guest on the speaking circuit. She has recently been a guest speaker at The Canadian Authors’ Association and at McGill University.
To set up an interview with Sheila Kindellan-Sheehan, write or call her publicist Anne Howard at 514-523-3771, anne@annehowardpublicist.com, and/or visit her website at www.annehowardpublicist.com.
Her previous books can be purchased from online or in bookstores. Book retailers should order directly from Disticor Direct.
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The Wrong Move (release: fall 2007)
John Ternahan is the president of a large North American automotive parts company. After moving to
And then a neighborhood babysitter goes missing the night Ternahan drives her home.
In the wake of this disappearance, a simple cell phone breaks into the lives of everyone it touches. Ternahan’s life and the staid quiet
Paris Hilton’s Prison Wear Up For Sale on eBay
by Anne Howard for Rush PR News
news source: eBay
Hollywood, CA (rushprnews) June 5, 2007 - Believe it or not, but the prison jumpsuit worn by ParisHilton is already up for sale on eBay. How the prison garment ended up on eBay remains a well-guarded secret.
Right after the 2007 MTV Movie Awards on Sunday night, Paris Hilton was taken to jail to start her 21 days prison stint. Apparently, Paris Hilton didn’t like the fit of the government-issued orange jumpsuit and matching pair of shorts and requested a size medium. The original jumpsuit is now up for sale on eBay.
The seller of the jumpsuit who apparently works in the detention center and has access to Paris Hilton stated,” “She has complaining about everything! She demanded a female medium and they didn’t fit. These are the original pair of Paris Hilton orange jail shorts and jumpsuit! Don’t miss this once in a lifetime opportunity!!!”
Rush PR News got a ” no comment” from Hilton’s rep.
The public appetite for everything Paris seems to know no end and even a garment worn by this most famous detainee for less than an hour might bring in the big eBay bucks.
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The founder of Funfit Celia Kibler, a childhood fitness pioneer offers yoga program from age 3 to 13 at her center.
Rockville, MD (rushprnews) June 1, 2007 - There are many underlying reasons a child or adult becomes obese. One proven contributing factor for kids in addition to parental lifestyle is stress and the use of food as an escape or as a comforter. Yoga offers a great way for kids to control stress and teach them how to relax during their normally hectic lives. It also helps them to find alternative ways to react to situations that may otherwise cause them to reach for food as a way to calm down. Celia Kibler recently featured nationwide at the AP and Fox News has developed various programs to address these issues.
MyYoga™ Funfit's Yoga classes are based on Kundalini Yoga and are taught by Celia Kibler, President of Funfit Inc., certified Instructor, Level 2 Radiant Child Yoga.
Yoga has been proven to be an effective tool when dealing with Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Here is what one of the parents of a young yoga student had to say about their son David, a 6-year old, “He tends to be rambunctious and easily distractible. A handful and we wanted to try something else", his mother said.
His parents decided to try the MyYoga class at Funfit, as an alternative to medication. His parents added, "Typically David is so wound up at night, he cannot fall asleep. He has begun to use the meditation techniques that he has learned in class, and he is able to relax and easily fall asleep for the evening."
"In our MyYoga™ classes, children discover new ways to relax, concentrate and exercise, all disguised as fun active play and games. The activities they learn in class are easily adaptable at home and school, when stress levels can get too high and anxiety increases. Yoga puts a new light on their world and makes it that much more enjoyable,” stated Celia Kibler.
Funfit puts the FUN in kids' Yoga and invites the parents to join in all classes. The beginner yoga classes teaches the meditative and calming benefits of Yoga through movement, games, stories, brief meditation, concentration and song, the more advanced classes deepens the practice. Children up to age 13 learn various yoga positions and postures, while improving their focus, strength, coordination, balance and confidence. Yoga has been proven to help children focus and succeed in school and other activities and works well for children with special needs.
Kibler, a childhood obesity and fitness maverick has designed a variety of all-inclusive family programs in which the goal is to alter family lifestyles in order to achieve overall well-being. Summer camps are also being offered.
The FUNFIT FAMILY FITNESS CENTER is located at:
17511 REDLAND RD.
ROCKVILLE (DERWOOD), MD 20855
* 301-975-0099 * 888-8-FUNFIT *
ABOUT CELIA KIBLER
Celia Kibler, President of Funfit Inc. and co-creator of the Funfit fitness program for children since 1987. BS from the University of Maryland. Certified, Level 2, Radiant Child Yoga Instructor, Certified NESTA/PACE Personal Trainer, Certified IFA Sports Nutritionist. Past faculty member of Montgomery College Challenge Program teaching Health and Fitness to mentally and physically challenged adults. Invited speaker at the International Kids Fitness Association Conference (no longer active), Maryland Recreation and Parks Conference, as well as speaker on Teen Fitness to Prince Georges County Recreation in Maryland. Business member of the International Dance Exercise Association.
MEDIA CONTACT: Anne Howard
Phone: 310-295-9578
Email: anne@rushprnews.com
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Jay-Z and Dash Face Lawsuit for Stealing Concept Behind”State Property” by Anne Howard for Rush PR News
Los Angeles, CA (rushprnews) May 25, 2007-It seems that the storyline of “State Property” didn’t belong to Jay-Z and his long-time business partner Damon Dash after all. That is the claim made by Antonne Jones in a $15 million lawsuit filed in New York’s Manhattan Federal Court earlier this month.
Antonne Jones the author of novel “The Family: A Philadelphia Story” states that his book is the basis for the 2002 film. Jones and Jay-z were in negotiations when Jones had been offered by Jay-Z and Dash a mere $50,000for the rights of his book. Jones turned it down for being too low, much below from the requested amount of $500,000. He claimed that after his refusal, he never heard from the pair again.
According to Jones, the plot line for the movie is directly taken from his book, the hood, glory and money. He is seeking $15 million in damages from Carter, Dash and the movie’s distributors, Lions Gate.
The film took in over $2 million at the U.S. box office following its January 2002 release and was poorly received by critics and the public alike.
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