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New York New Works Theatre Festival Announces 2014 Finalists; Festival Begins 8/20

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The New York New Works Theatre Festival introduces the best of today's aspiring new authors to the Broadway community! Philanthropist and Producer, Gene Fisch, Jr. has aggregated a distinguished panel of Emmy Award Winners and Broadway Producers to review the best aspiring writers from around the country. "The objective was to create one of the first festivals that legitimately introduces new writers to the industry's decision makers. It's the first festival of its kind as each panelist is either a Broadway Producer or is an executive involved with an Emmy Award winning show", says Fisch. www.nynwtheatrefestival.com  The NYNW Theatre Festival is sure to be exciting! First Round (August 20th, 21st, 27th and 28th) Semi-Finals (September 3rd and 4th) Finals (Sept … [Continue reading...]

Faith Consolo & Ernie Anastos are Hands on at St. Francis Food Pantries

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Faith & Fervor! Poised to pitch in another year are Faith Hope Consolo, Chairman of Douglas Elliman's Retail Group, and Emmy Award-winning anchorman Ernie Anastos, WNYW/Channel 5 at the 12th Annual Women of Valor Awards Tea, which raises crucial funds for the St. Francis Food Pantries & Shelters (http://www.stfrancispantries.org/). Mr. Anastos served as emcee for a third consecutive year, and Ms. Consolo, a former Chair of the event and the first recipient of the Woman of Valor Award, co-Chaired this year's Awards Tea committee, which brought more than 900 guests and contributors to the Grand Ballroom of the Waldorf Astoria. … [Continue reading...]

SeniorNet Announces Florida Mobile Strategy

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Center Leaders and Volunteers, As a point of information, this newsletter was distributed to organizations, businesses, and our affiliates in Florida. Some centers across the country have already engaged this strategy. The overall intent is to extend our reach of support, increase our brand, and grow our base. Thank you. Michele M. Williams Director Public Relations Friends of SeniorNet, As many of you know, SeniorNet was founded in 1986, and with the support of corporate partners (Microsoft, Que Publishing, IBM, Adobe, AT&T, Google, and others) our brand continues to grow worldwide. Since our founding, SeniorNet has empowered more than two million people by providing encouragement, lifelong learning opportunities, and new worlds to explore via the Internet. We … [Continue reading...]

Peace Sunday Festival 2014

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Welcome to Peace Sunday Festival 2014, www.peacesunday.org and www.udcworld.org organized by the Unity-and-Diversity World Council.  Keynote speaking include Marianne Williamson, Yuval Ron, International Peace Choir. This will be our third year at the IMAN Cultural Center, where we have found a warm welcome and a great deal of support.  This year’s event finds our world in a vast amount of turmoil and unease.  It is a most important time to hold a meaningful Peace Sunday that will help provide us with inspiration, courage, and some tools for how to deal with helping to create a sustainable peace on planet earth. This is our 15th anniversary of Peace Sunday, and it is also the 49th year for the Unity-and-Diversity World Council.  Next year will be UDC’s 50th anniversary, as it is also … [Continue reading...]

Global Meditation for Peace

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Deepak Chopra, Gabrielle Bernstein and India Arie August 8th starting at 12 noon Eastern Time/USA The Chopra Center  &  Unify Register for the meditation at www.unify.org Dear Friends, Our colleagues and partners at Unify.org are joining forces with We, The World Advisory Board Member Deepak Chopra to hold a Global Peace Meditation featuring Deepak, Gabrielle Bernstein and India Arie on August 8th starting promptly at 12noon (Eastern Time, USA)! This global gathering launches a series of events, actions, other meditations, broadcasts and campaigns with many participating peace organizations leading up to 11 Days of Global Unity Sept 11-21 and theInternational Day of Peace September 21st. We invite you to co-create this August 8th Global Synchronized Meditation for … [Continue reading...]

Dimension Data, an NTT Company, Does Community Service

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Dimension Data believes in the power of technology to transform your organisation, make things work better … and take your business to the next level. Over the last three decades, we’ve established ourselves as global leader in the provision and management of specialist IT infrastructure solutions and services. With operations in over 58 countries, over 23,000 employees and over 6,000 clients – coupled with our deep understanding of the global business and technology landscape – we help accelerate the achievement of your business goals. Dimension Data’s passion is to find ways to use ICT to make our clients’ businesses work better.  We turn your ambitions into achievements. We will position you to respond to today’s challenges, with targeted, pertinent services and IT SOLUTIONS.  We … [Continue reading...]

USCIS to Naturalize 75 New Citizens at The Metropolitan Museum of Art

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The Metropolitan Museum of Art Director & CEO among citizenship candidates to take Oath. NEW YORK — U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) Deputy Director Lori L. Scialabba will administer the Oath of Allegiance to America’s newest citizens, including The Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Director & CEO Thomas P. Campbell, during a special naturalization ceremony at the Museum on Tuesday, July 22, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. USCIS New York District Director Phyllis Coven will open the ceremony followed by the National Anthem performed by the Gospel for Teens Choir and welcoming remarks from New York City Council Member Carlos Menchaca. USCIS Deputy Director Scialabba will provide congratulatory remarks. Mr. Campbell will lead the Pledge of Allegiance and deliver the keynote … [Continue reading...]

Summer News from The Giving Back Foundation

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Welcome to The Giving Back Foundation Summer 2014 newsletter! The Foundation has embraced several new worthwhile causes and continued with national television and special projects to highlight the Foundation's efforts. Safari in the City in London - Meera Gandhi was Co-chair and joined Londoners, including fashion designer Elizabeth Emanuel, fashion photographer Ram Shergill and former mayor of London Ken Livingstone, at the gala dinner "Safari in the City" held at ZSL London Zoo on Wednesday 21 May 21, 2014. This first-ever fundraising gala held by the Zoological Society of London (ZSL), launched the charity's new Lions400 fundraising campaign and raised over £135,000 towards helping to save the magnificent Asian lions. According to Meera, "There are only 400 Asian lions left in the … [Continue reading...]

GOOD NEWS: WORLD PEACE

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LET'S START WITH THE HUMANITARIAN PEACE CEASE FIRE IN GAZA EMAIL THAT GOOD NEWS RECEIVED TODAY 7/31/14 FROM THE WHITE HOUSE. Statement by the Press Secretary on the Humanitarian Ceasefire Announcement in Gaza The United States strongly supports the humanitarian ceasefire announced in Gaza this evening.  We urge all parties to act with restraint until this humanitarian ceasefire begins at 8:00 a.m. local time on Friday, August 1, 2014, and to fully abide by their commitments. We believe the only sustainable way to address Israel's security concerns and enable Palestinians in Gaza to lead normal lives is through a permanent cease-fire agreement.  We urge the Israeli and Palestinian delegations to begin negotiations immediately in Cairo, at the invitation of Egypt, aimed at achieving … [Continue reading...]

Nicholson Foundation Grant Brings Creative Play to Newark Museum, Community

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NEWARK, NJ – A grant from the Nicholson Foundation will enable the Newark Museum to offer new educational programs to young learners (ages 3-5) and their  families in Newark and the surrounding communities. The Museum is the only institution in Newark that provides access to works of art, a natural science collection, and cultural and historic artifacts that stimulate curiosity and learning. "We are very pleased to launch this new partnership with the Newark Museum.  The Creative Play project will provide many parents and young children with mutual art and science discoveries and enhance parents' engagement in their children's early learning," said Charles Venti, Executive Director of The Nicholson Foundation. The new series, Creative Play enhances the Museum’s weekend educational … [Continue reading...]

Gary Zukav

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The dynamic 25th Anniversary Edition of a New Age Classic including prefaces by Oprah Winfrey and Maya Angelou, an 85 page study guide, and website links for further study. THE SEAT OF THE SOUL. www.seatofthesoul.com 25th Anniversary Edition with a Study Guide “If there was just one book on this planet that I could recommend that you read, it would be this book, The Seat of the Soul by Gary Zukav. It has been for me, one of, if not the most powerful book I’ve ever read, except for the bible.” —Oprah Winfrey “I suggest to the new Zukav reader to draw close to share this book with someone who has firm nerve and a wonderful sense of humor because when Zukav’s ideas stop challenging you, you will laugh with the wonderful laughter of the discoverer who has found a new continent.” —Maya … [Continue reading...]

Temple Grandin, Ph.D.

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Dr. Grandin didn't talk until she was three and a half years old, communicating her frustration instead by screaming, peeping, and humming. In 1950, she was diagnosed with autism and her parents were told she should be institutionalized. She tells her story of "groping her way from the far side of darkness" in her book Emergence: Labeled Autistic, a book which stunned the world because, until its publication, most professionals and parents assumed that an autism diagnosis was virtually a death sentence to achievement or productivity in life. Dr. Grandin has become a prominent author and speaker on the subject of autism because "I have read enough to know that there are still many parents, and yes, professionals too, who believe that 'once autistic, always autistic.' This dictum has … [Continue reading...]

Happy Birthday to The Apollo Theater!! 80 Years!!

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The Apollo Theater Foundation, Inc., a not-for-profit organization established in 1991, is dedicated to the preservation and development of the legendary Apollo Theater through the Apollo Experience of world-class live performances and education programs that: • honor the influence and advance the contributions of African-American artists; and • advance emerging creative voices across cultural and artistic media Apollo Theater Foundation, Inc.'s vision is to expand the reach of the Apollo Experience to a worldwide audience. The world famous Apollo Theater is so much more than a historic landmark - it is a source of pride and a symbol of the brilliance of American artistic accomplishment. With its rich history and continued significance, the Apollo Theater, considered the bastion of … [Continue reading...]

Wounded Warrior Project

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On Monday, August 11th 2014, the World’s Largest Golf Outing benefiting Wounded Warrior Project will be held across 110+ courses in over 28 states. WLGO is more than just a great day of golf; it’s about making a difference in the lives of our injured service men and women. I have entered a team to play in the 2014 Worlds Largest Golf Outing. It is going to be a great time but also an opportunity to raise money for the Wounded Warrior Project. Please sponsor our team at: http://www.worldslargestgolfouting.com/team?sid=18631  and help us raise money for the Wounded Warrior Project. One Hundred Percent of your contribution will go to support Wounded Warrior Project! The events are open to amateur golfers of all abilities. Sign up your own team … [Continue reading...]

Wounded Warrior Project

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Hi everybody. There is only 19 days left before the Wounded Warrior Project golf outing. Please consider making a donation. Thanks again to all those that donated last year and to those have done so again this year. I have entered a team to play in the Worlds Largest Golf Outing. It is going to be a great time but also an opportunity to raise money for Wounded Warrior Project. Please sponsor my team at: http://www. worldslargestgolfouting.com/ bcg_bio.cfm?sid=5927 and help me raise money for Wounded Warrior Project. One Hundred Percent of your contribution will go to support Wounded Warrior Project! The events are open to amateur golfers of all abilities. Sign up your own team today!  www.worldslargestgolfouting. com Thanks, Jim … [Continue reading...]

Autism Film “THE ODD WAY HOME”

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“ THE ODD WAY HOME” starring Rumer Willis, Chris Marquette and Veronica Cartwright begins with the gritty reality of abuse but launches into an adventurous journey filled with unexpected surprises and hard realities that redefine the notion of love, peace and forgiveness. The two main characters see in each other what no one else has ever seen before and accept each other completely. Special video interview will be on Good News shortly. 7-14-14 My name is Karen Simmons and I am the founder and CEO of Autism Today. I want to introduce you to a film that I affected me very deeply. I have a son who was diagnosed with autism at the age of two. The worry I had for him and how he would ultimately grow up was constantly with me. But I learned from and watched others and I studied their … [Continue reading...]

Nomi Network

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KNOW ME With three co-founders, Nomi Network (“Nomi”) became a 501c3 organization in February of 2009. Our mission is to create economic opportunities for survivors and women at risk of human trafficking by equipping them with skills to produce goods for the global market place. In 2009, Nomi launched the first collection with the signature brand “Buy Her Bag Not Her Body”, a collection of recycled bags and accessories made by our women in Cambodia. In 2012, Nomi launched its 2nd brand “Made For A Better Life”, inspired by the everyday life and culture in India.   KNOW MY STORY Nomi Network is named after Nomi, a young girl of grammar school age who was rescued from sex trafficking and now lives in one of our partner shelters in Cambodia. Co-founders Diana Mao, & … [Continue reading...]

Earth Anthem

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Stephen Longfellow Fiske shares his Earth Anthem, sung to the melody of the Star Spangled Banner, at our Good News Studio. Stephen talents are abounding and we talk about the Earth Anthem, it’s history and the up-coming Peace Sunday in Los Angeles of which he Produces. Our video interview will be broadcast shortly as part of our Special Peace Day Programs. www.stephenfiskemusic.com HISTORY OF EARTH ANTHEM VERSE http://www.stephenfiskemusic.com/update-11-29-13/earth_anthem_poster2.jpg EARTH ANTHEM The Earth Verse sung to the melody of The Star Spangled Banner, words by Stephen Longfellow Fiske The Evolution of a Song-A Brief History The Star Spangled Banner was written as a poem by Francis Scott Key on the deck of a small boat September 14, 1814, as he observed the bombardment … [Continue reading...]

What makes this Celebration Party Unique?

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And worthy of Broadcast Coverage??? A wedding hopefully should be a once only occasion and can be expressed in so many ways with many different budgets. We thought to introduce you to an impromptu wedding with a very limited budget. This story is a Romantic Comedy ready for Prime Time presented on June 21st. You are all invited.......Here are some of the unique interesting attributes; * The Wedding Ceremony on June 21st @ 10:00 AM will be performed in one of the oldest Chapels in Philadelphia. * The Bride & Groom will not enter to “Here comes the Bride” but will dance down the Bridal Path in Fairmount Park at Valley Green in jeans to the Doo Wop favorite “Today I meet the boy I’m going to marry” by Darlene Love * The Wedding will bridge many generations embracing Ageless … [Continue reading...]

Campus Coach Lines President and Founder Bert Askwith

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Good News speaks to Bert Askwith on his way to work at 103 years young. Bert is our Good News Business Leader of the Month for his tenacity and being a Good Samaritan. Campus Coach Lines President and Founder Bert Askwith, Honored by ABA Board of Directors The American Bus Association Board of Directors honored longtime motorcoach owner/operator and industry legend Bert Askwith at its spring board meeting May 2 in suburban Washington, D.C. The presentation was made by ABA Chairman Tom JeBran to salute Askwith for nearly 85 years of continuous service to the motorcoach industry. In March, Bert turned 102, celebrating his birthday by going to work in Manhattan where he is President of Campus Coach Lines. Bert founded Campus Coach Lines in 1928 while he was a student at the … [Continue reading...]