Annette Bening Reads for Storyline Online

November 21, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Another Esteemed Actor Volunteers to Support Children’s Literacy Effort Annette Bening has joined the list of illustrious readers promoting children’s literacy through the Screen Actors Guild Foundation’s Storyline Online video website storylineonline.net. Like previous volunteers James Earl Jones, Sean Astin, Betty White, Robert Guillaume, Elijah Wood and former Vice-President Al Gore, Ms. Bening lends her voice to a new children’s book: The Tooth, by Avi Slodovnick. Illustrated by Manon Gauthier and published by Kane Miller EDC Publishing, The Tooth has been critically praised for the straightforward and child-friendly way it addresses the difficult topics of need, empathy, and generosity. The book joins a collection of award-winning children’s books provided … [Continue reading...]

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Chris Winn

November 19, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Good Samaritan helps woman who has been accosted by a thief - Christopher Winn shares why he helped a woman who was being robbed. A humble man for a heroic deed. He helped hold the robber down until the police came to the scene of the crime. … [Continue reading...]

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Oceana Hampton’s Splash Party

November 16, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Reporting by Leah & Paul Oceana held its second annual Hamptons Splash Party on Saturday, July 30, 2011, at the beachfront home of Margie and Michael Loeb in Southampton, New York. Oceana returned to the Hamptons after receiving an outpouring of support surrounding last year’s inaugural celebration. Immersed in the luxury of this Southampton estate, guests were treated to an evening of hors d’oeuvres, cocktails and dancing alongside distinguished guests that included Actor and Author of Oceana Ted Danson. Guests also enjoyed a musical performance by The Honey Brothers featuring Oceana Ambassador Adrian Grenier. The evening was hosted by Honorary Chair and Oceana Board Member Susan Rockefeller, along with event co-chairs Margie and Michael Loeb, Mary Kathryn Navab, Lois … [Continue reading...]

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The Soldiers’, Sailors’, Marines’, Coast Guard and Airmen’s Club

November 14, 2012 By Leave a Comment

honors General David Howell Petraeus. Part Two. (Note: We ran out of tape, but we have the end of his philosophical comment in text)  ‘I’ll keep in mind a Cautionary tale of young schoolboy who gave a report about Julius Caesar: he was a great general, he won some important battles, he made a long speech, they killed him.” – I will try to avoid Caeser’s fate this evening. “Addressing such eminent company in this great city with this great organization, one can almost begin to feel a little bit important- thankfully I have plenty of experiences from early days in the army to keep that impulse in check… One episode in particular- I was fresh out of West point, a new second lieutenant, out with my new platoon for the first time, we’d a long day and we didn’t crawl into our … [Continue reading...]

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Part Two Sandy – Dr. Judy Kuriansky speaks to couples living in the dark about love, protection, appreciation, fear and more

November 13, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Part Two has Dr. Judy asking many people about their Good News and you will hear wonderful thoughts on love, protection, appreciation, fear and more. Leaving our studio at 33 Flatbush Ave, in Brooklyn, I, Paul Sladkus, founder of Good News documented my return trip back to New York where I was meeting Dr. Judy Kuriansky to do some interviews on how Sandy has affected people; stress, love and more. Part One is where I was on the bus from the Barclays Center to East 33rd street which was in the dark. New York has done a great job with dealing with millions of people during Sandy, we should be very thankful we have such great leadership. For Part 1, go to http://goodnewsplanet.com/sandy-at-night/ … [Continue reading...]

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Donald J. Trump and John A. Roebling inducted into the German-American Hall of Fame -

November 12, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Good News speaks to William Hetzler founder of the German-American Hall of Fame. Consul Press and Public Information Consulate General of Federal Republic of German Jochen Wolter. The evening celebrates Mr. Donald J. Trump and John Roebling and was a great success. A virtual Hall of Fame recognizing, honoring and celebrating German contributions to the making of America GERMAN-AMERICAN HALL OF FAME INDUCTS DONALD J. TRUMP and JOHN ROEBLING AT GALA TRUMP TOWER RECEPTION New York, NY (October 19, 2012) On Wednesday, October 17th, the German-American Hall of Fame (GAMHOF) inducted two Americans who have changed the face of our nation, Donald J. Trump and John Augustus Roebling. The program was emceed by nationally-known radio and TV host Rita Cosby. William Hetzler, the Chairman and … [Continue reading...]

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TroopTree.com connects New Yorkers in Iraq and Afghanistan with Family back home

November 12, 2012 By Leave a Comment

New York National Guard provides Guard members with information on free video messaging service KeepTree.com announced today that it is working with the NY National Guard to provide their military personnel with access to free accounts with TroopTree.com, KeepTree’s military label communication service. “We’re very happy with how awareness of our service continues to build within the military.   Even though our involvement in Iraq and Afghanistan is winding down, hundreds of thousands of service members are stationed away from their families.” Said Jon Loew, CEO of KeepTree.com. TroopTree.com allows active duty military personnel to exchange video messages with their families for FREE, without the need for a simultaneous internet connection, often difficult to achieve in a war … [Continue reading...]

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The Soldiers’, Sailors’, Marines’, Coast Guard and Airmen’s Club Part 1

November 12, 2012 By Leave a Comment

The Soldiers’, Sailors’, Marines’, Coast Guard and Airmen’s Club, since 1919 continues to fulfill its mission, as the only private organization in the New York area to provide accommodations at subsidized rates and club-type facilities for servicemen and servicewomen, military retirees and veterans and their families visiting New York City. General James F. Amos,  Mitzi Perdue, Robert McManus and special guest General David Howell Petraeus.  PHOTO of USO girls, please credit herbertcollection.com. Founded in 1919 “Serving Those Who Have Served Their Country” Mission “To promote the general welfare of men and women of the Armed Forces of the United States and its Allies, and their families, by maintaining and offering club and lodging rooms” In 1919, Mrs. Cornelia Barnes … [Continue reading...]

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Good Samaritan in the Subway –

November 10, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Good News speaks to a good Samaritan in the subwy at 72nd street. She saw a father with his son trying to get on and there was no room on the subway so she moved back to let him on. Thanks from all of us. … [Continue reading...]

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Sandy at Night

November 9, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Leaving our studio at 33 Flatbush Ave, in Brooklyn, I, Paul Sladkus, founder of Good News documented my return trip back to New York where I was meeting Dr. Judy Kuriansky to do some interviews on how Sandy has affected people; stress, love and more. Part One is where I was on the bus from the Barclays Center to East 33rd street which was in the dark. New York has done a great job with dealing with millions of people during Sandy, we should be very thankful we have such great leadership. Part Two has Dr. Judy asking many people about their Good News and you will hear wonderful thoughts on love, protection, appreciation, fear and more. For Part 2, go to http://goodnewsplanet.com/sandy-at-night-part-2/ … [Continue reading...]

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Top 10 Tech and Creative Office Spaces in Downtown Brooklyn

November 9, 2012 By Leave a Comment

There’s no better place in New York City to start or grow your business than Downtown Brooklyn. Boasting a business district with more than 17 million square feet of office space, a historic and vibrant shopping center, a burgeoning residential community, 11 colleges and universities, nearly 50 arts and entertainment groups, a professional sports franchise, and exceptional public transportation and open spaces, it’s no wonder that many creative and tech companies are choosing to grow their businesses here. And with the development of a master plan for the Brooklyn Tech Triangle in the works, the area is only going to get more desirable. The time to start looking for space is now. So, to help acquaint you with the Downtown Brooklyn office market, we’ve created a handy cheat sheet … [Continue reading...]

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Tony Lo Bianco stars in “The Little Flower”

November 9, 2012 By Leave a Comment

“The Little Flower” The life of Fiorello H. La Guardia “The Little Flower” is an educational, inspirational and at times comedic one-man show set in the office of Fiorello H. La Guardia, during his last day as three-term Mayor of New York City in 1945. The stage is a theatricalized representation of the American-Georgian City Hall building in Manhattan’s City Hall Park. This show can be performed with either a full set, limited set or touring set on a limited budget. “The Little Flower” presents a historic look into the life and career of Mayor Fiorello H. La Guardia - a courageous and flamboyant personality, who read comics to the children during a newspaper strike, fought against corruption and cleaned up city politics setting a new standard for mayors and politicians … [Continue reading...]

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Hurricane Sandy – A simple message of love and concern to all my friends and GBF Family

November 6, 2012 By Leave a Comment

To my dear friends and Giving Back Foundation family, After living through the experience of Hurricane Sandy and seeing each day more and more of the destruction caused, I send my heart and thoughts to all those friends whom have lost so much. It is still all very unsettling and sad. My message at this time is there is nothing that we cannot achieve without patience and hard work. Things will be rebuilt and possibly for the better. I am here for each of you in my own way. Please do reach out and let me know how you are, because I really do care very much. God Bless. Yours sincerely, Meera Gandhi CEO and Founder The Giving Back Foundation www.TheGivingBackFoundation.net … [Continue reading...]

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JCC’s Manhattan Hurricane Sandy assistance and Gail Brewer Message…..

November 6, 2012 By Leave a Comment

The mission of The Jewish Community Center in Manhattan is to foster an inclusive, engaged and informed community that embraces diversity and is rooted in Jewish values. However, because of Mother Nature, In order to see the latest information on donation requests and volunteer opportunities, please see our facebook page https://www.facebook.com/jccinmanhattan You do not need to be a member of Facebook or logged in to see this information. To make a donation to the JCC's Hurricane Sandy assistance efforts, http://www.jcc.convio.net/donate Gail A. Brewer More information regarding Hurricane Sandy assistance, and Election Day. Some info is very timely…now. Best, Gale 11.5.2012 -If you are not already signed up, this notification from the City of NY is helpful. Sign up at Notify … [Continue reading...]

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FOOD GURU MAMMA SARRO TO RUN AS MARATHON MOM FOR CANCER RESEARCH

November 5, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Food Renaissance Founder and Author, Mary Jo Sarro, M.Ed., “Mamma Sarro" is teaming up with Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center to run as a Marathon Mom to raise funds for crucial cancer research at the 2012 ING NYC MARATHON on November 4, 2012. Mamma Sarro, a food educator and the creator of Sarro’s Synergy of Food is a first time Marathoner and says the challenge of marathon training is staggering but she was inspired by the pediatric cancer patients that she has seen in the Department of Pediatrics at MSKCC in Manhattan. “Each day those kids are up against health challenges beyond compare. They face their challenges with courage and dignity far beyond their years, in an uplifting community and environment within the hospital,” says Sarro. “I will run the 26.2 miles of … [Continue reading...]

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Library of American Broadcasting to Present Tenth Annual Giants of Broadcasting Awards

November 1, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Awards go to Norman Lear, Ted Turner, Andy Rooney, Sir Howard Stringer, Robert MacNeil and Jim Lehrer, George Beasley, Erica Farber,  Don Cornelius and Dinah Shore WHEN:           Thursday, October 18 11:30 a.m. (Reception), Noon – 2:30 p.m. (Luncheon and Awards Ceremony) WHERE:         The Starlight Roof (18th Floor) Waldorf Astoria Hotel 301 Park Avenue (Between 49th and 50th Streets), New York City The national Library of American Broadcasting will present its Tenth Annual GIANTS OF BROADCASTING Awards at a ceremony and luncheon to be held on October 18, 2012 in New York City. The event, attended by prominent members of the broadcasting, media and corporate communities, serves as a tribute to those individuals who have played pivotal roles in creating and … [Continue reading...]

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Philanthropy in the East and in the West

October 19, 2012 By 2 Comments

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Join Bruce’s “Nightwalk in New York” to Benefit Guiding Eyes for the Blind

October 12, 2012 By Leave a Comment

The 13th Annual Nightwalk in New York to benefit Guiding Eyes for the Blind will take place October 13th at the schoolyard, Columbus Avenue and West 77nd Street. Sign in is at 7 p.m.; the walk begins at 8 p.m. Guiding Eyes for the Blind (GEB) is a non-profit organization that provides guide dogs and training for Blind people.  It costs GEB $45,000 to raise and train just one dog! GEB provides their dogs at no cost to the blind person  and without any government funding.  Donations make it all possible.  Guiding Eyes for the Blind relies solely on contributions. One hundred  percent of the donations go to Guiding Eyes for the Blind.  Of course, moral support alone cannot sustain a cause as worthy as GEB.  Be it small or large, every dollar matters.  Included is sponsor and … [Continue reading...]

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Upcoming Events October 2012

September 28, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Disability Awareness Month Throughout October, Intrepid Museum will host a series of activities that include specialized family activities, tours, and speaker events tailored for children and adults who are, or work with, the deaf or hard-of- hearing, blind or partially-sighted, wounded warriors and veterans, or are affected by autism. Intrepid’s Disability Awareness Month aims to bring together families, children, and adults with varying special needs, and advocates who are involved with creating and supporting opportunities for them. Click Here for a complete schedule of events. Don’t Miss the Boat, Operation Slumber is On! Grab your flashlights, sleeping bags, and fire up your imaginations! From sunset, to sunrise the following morning, Operation Slumber Overnighters will explore … [Continue reading...]

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International Peace Day 2012. Part 1 + 2

September 26, 2012 By Leave a Comment

From Museum of Natural History, to Ralph Bunch Park at the UN, to the Chapel across from the UN with religious leaders, Rev. Susanna Bastirica and children from Plainfield, NJ with Sentheia McLeod their teacher, Kathleen Stone Chaplain, , to the UN visitors area, to a taxi ride over to Times Square, to Times Square Father Duffy Square, Yoko Ono, we travel to Pause the World for Peace. Thanks to Earthcam.com and Clear Channel for helping to broadcast this important day to the world. Interfaith Reverend Paul Sladkus, shares the happening with you with honor and respect. www.goodnewsplanet.com/pauseforpeace May Peace Prevail on Earth. Imagine. … [Continue reading...]

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