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Peace Day Party Playlist…

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Music for Sing-a-Long 2016 1. Songs and Agenda for 2016 in Times Square 11:30am and Central Park (11am-11:30 AM Peace Day Party Opening. 12 NOON Moment of Silence PEACE POLE Unveiling, participants say, “May Peace Prevail on Earth, May Peace Prevail in Country Name, May Peace Prevail in your country. 1. We Are the World - "We're The World (USA For Africa)" There comes a time when we heed a certain call When the world must come together as one There are people dying And it's time to lend a hand to life The greatest gift of all We can't go on pretending day by day That someone, somewhere will soon make a change We all are a part of God's great big family And the truth, you know, Love is all we need [Chorus:] We are the world, we are the children We are the … [Continue reading...]

Five Words That Can Change the World

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Making people happy has been a life goal for Judy Kuriansky since she was eight years old. Now, in her role as chair of the Psychology Coalition of NGOs (non-governmental organizations) at the United Nations nearly 60 years later, she has the chance to do that for the world quite literally. In July, the member states of the United Nations voted to include mental health and well-being into its proposed Sustainable Development Goals, slated to begin in 2015. In September each year, the world’s leaders gather in New York at UN headquarters for the General Assembly. This year, the 193 member nations moved closer to finalizing the process of adopting the new Sustainable Development Goals, which will reach a final vote next year when the Millennium Development Goals expire. Among the seventeen … [Continue reading...]

Katrina 11th Anniversary Remembered with Love

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Katrina was a human tragedy of major proportions with loss of 1,800 and effecting millions. We pray for strength to all those affected forever. Our nonprofit 501 c 3 Good News Corporation along with many created the first benefit concert 11 years ago on the 23rd Street pier. Many joined in and we raised much needed money that we donated to the Salvation Army. Much still needs to be done, so please send contributions earmarked for Katrina to either our Good News Corporation or the Salvation Army. Peace and love is the answer plus caring for Mother Earth, as it was the environment and water level that caused the Katrina disaster. As we know you are a Do Gooder, please join us for our www.peacedayparty.org events, on September 16th Times Square and the 18th in Central Park … [Continue reading...]

Commemorating The Eleventh Anniversary Of Hurricane KATRINA

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and Paying Tribute To The Women Of New Orleans and Gulf SouthTwo Special Performances OfSwimming Upstream At The MAHALIA JACKSON Theater In New Orleans Sept. 10and APOLLO Theater In NYC Sept. 13Featuring TONY AWARD Winners Shirley Knight and Lachanze and A New Orleans CastDirected By AWARD Winning Playwright Eve Ensler (New York) August 30, 2010 - Five years after Hurricane Katrina devastated the Gulf South, V-Day, the global activist movement to end violence against women and girls, in partnership with Ash Cultural Arts Center and The Women Donors Network, will host two special performances of SWIMMING UPSTREAM directed by Eve Ensler, in New Orleans on September 10th at the Mahalia Jackson Theatre and in New York on September 13th at the Apollo Theatre. Proceeds from the two events will … [Continue reading...]

the 12th Annual Charles Evans PCF Pro-Am Tennis Tournament

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Patricia Duff and Richard Cohen and Michael and Lori Milken with special performances by Dianne Reeves, Billy Idol, The Company Men and other surprises at the Parrish Art Museum on Saturday, August 27, 2016 WHAT: Prostate Cancer Foundation (PCF), a nonprofit organization which remains steadfast in its commitment to identify and fund groundbreaking cancer research programs to save the lives of millions, hosted its annual gala at the Parrish Art Museum in Water Mill, NY on Saturday, August 27, 2016. The event’s Challenge Research Award raised over $3.5 million in support of the foundation’s work. The gala was hosted in support of the 12th Annual Charles Evans PCF Pro-Am Tennis Tournament being held from August 26 – 28, 2016, named after the successful entrepreneur who … [Continue reading...]

Of All Our Senses, Smell has the Most Direct Impact On Our Feelings

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Influencing Our Day – Todays Behavior and the Way We Interact with Others. As Autumn is a Time of Transformation we’re here with Rachel Herz, PH.D. And World Renowned Expert on the Psychology of Smell and Emotion. She is here to discuss the Importance of Fragrance and Emotion and Learn More about How Fragrance can Help Encourage Us to Step Out of Our Comfort Zone this Season. Rachel Herz, PhD & Author Bio Rachel Herz, Ph.D. is a neuroscientist and leading world expert on the psychological science of smell. She has been conducting research on the sense of smell, emotion, perception, motivated behavior and cognition since 1990. Dr. Herz has published over 75 original research papers, received numerous awards and grants, co-authored several college textbooks, and is an adjunct … [Continue reading...]

HOOPS FOR HEALTH BLACK TIE GALA

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Health Insurance, Roderick Hutcherson Event to be held at the following time, date, and location: Friday, August 19, 2016 from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM (EDT) Raymour & Flanigan Furniture Store 410 Gateway Drive Brooklyn, NY 11239 We are shutting down Raymour & Flanigan @ the Gateway Center Mall for ONE NIGHT ONLY!!! Produced by TrueMed Health Solutions, LLC, the “Hoops for Health” Black Tie Gala was created to raise money and bring forth awareness to the community regarding health, wellness and quality of life. The organization is geared towards ensuring that the entire NYC is able to come together through various sports related activities, concerts, health related venues and so much more! We have already locked in various well-known media outlets that will not only televise the … [Continue reading...]

August 25th, Meet the Author & Book Signing Event!

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Harry Street Coffee presents Intentional Training author Eric N Quinn Jersey City. NJ., Aug. 16th, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Harry Street Coffee is hosting a book-signing event with Eric N Quinn, author of the highly anticipated book Intentional Training on Thursday, August 25th from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Harry Street Coffee is located at 695 Bergen Avenue, Jersey City, New Jersey. Released on August 16th, Quinn’s easy to read book combines Fitness training, Psychology and Mindfulness (or Bodyfulness) like Quinn calls it. Featuring research in human behavior and fitness, the book explores way a person can exercise in a more effective and efficient way. The author will be signing books that will be available for purchase, as well as giving a brief presentation and Q & A. Admission is free. … [Continue reading...]

“AUGUST IS “NATIONAL IMMUNIZATION AWARENESS MONTH”!

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Important! Important New research shows that people 50+ should get the "Pneumonia Vaccine"! Subject: 60 sec PSAs-Features about Pneumonia Vaccine for 50+ and Older Adults Age is a state of mind, except when it comes to your immune system. On behalf of Pfizer, an official with the American Lung Association, a former U.S. surgeon general, and golf professional Jim Furyk discuss how older adults should find out if they need to be vaccinated against "pneumococcal pneumonia". August is National Immunization Awareness Month, yet the features are evergreen. Click these links to listen and download audio for use in your news, feature or PSA programming. Scripts are below. :60 Feature - Dr. Norm Edelman, American Lung Association http://radiospace.com/pfizer.htm :60 Feature - … [Continue reading...]

Nanci Callahan, 28th Annual Ecofest…

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August 14th, 2016 Times Square New York City OUR MISSION To create an informed and interactive approach to environmental issues. · To point up the problems, discuss the solutions, mobilize action and praise the achievements of those who are successfully addressing the issues; · To promote awareness of urban and global environmental issues, i.e. clean energy and climate change; · To showcase products, services, technology, programs and research that can make our lives more environmentally friendly; · To provide environmental groups with space and opportunity to gain members and volunteers, while presenting their message to the general public; · To provide the public with opportunities to get actively involved by joining and volunteering with environmental groups and learning how … [Continue reading...]

Are Diet Pills The Answer To The Obesity Epidemic?

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Every day we get bombarded with bad news about increasing health problems because of obesity. Whether you turn on the TV, listen to the radio in your car, open up a paper or browse the internet – the bad news about fat and the effects it has on our health follows us everywhere. More and more people are falling victim to fast food, junk foods and sugary soda drinks. Remember the movie "Upsize Me"? It played a parody on how Americans are stuffing themselves silly with fatty and sugary foods. Over sixty percent of American citizens are considered obese and a large number as morbidly obese. Many would like to deny this, but deep down inside, most of them would like to change their eating lifestyle. The fitness and health industry is a multibillion-dollar-business. Many men and women know … [Continue reading...]

CELEBRATING NEW YORK CITY’S SENIORS

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Amy Chalfy of JASA shares the Good News of JASA and concern about Elder Abuse and how they help make the lives of Seniors better all around to age in place. Amy Chalfy of JASA shares the Good News of JASA, Good News thanks JASA for doing such important work for years. According to the latest statistics from the NYC Department for the Aging, more than 18 percent, (over 1.52 million) of New Yorkers are over the age of 60. And this number is growing daily as the Boomer generation becomes the Senior population. To commemorate this wide and varied group, and to continue providing services and activities to keep them engaged, vital and cared for, JASA, one of New York’s largest and most trusted agencies serving more than 43,000 older adults in the New York metropolitan area, will host its … [Continue reading...]

TO KICK OFF EARTH WEEK. SECOND ANNUAL BIKE-TO-WORK RIDE

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8:00 AM MONDAY, APRIL 18TH GRAND ARMY PLAZA PROSPECT HEIGHTS Tomorrow at 8:00 AM, Brooklyn Borough President Eric L. Adams will lead local leaders and dozens of Brooklynites on his second annual Bike-to-Work ride, as he kicks off Earth Week celebrations in and around the borough. The event will highlight the positive impact that New Yorkers can have on their local environment by using pedal power to get around the city. Groups that are participating in Borough President Adams’ ride, which will go from Grand Army Plaza to Brooklyn Borough Hall, include Brooklyn Public Library, Citi Bike, Park Slope Neighbors, Prospect Park Alliance, Prospect Heights Neighborhood Development Corporation, and Transportation Alternatives. ***PLEASE NOTE: The bike ride from Grand Army … [Continue reading...]

6,000 expected to Walk MS New York City to raise funds for multiple sclerosis research

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Attached for your coverage consideration, please find a media alert, press release and pitch for our annual walk on Sunday, April 17, at Pier 26, Manhattan, to raise awareness and funds to cure multiple sclerosis. Please let me know if I can facilitate an interview with Tracy Swan, a Macy's executive who is living with MS and will be participating with her team of 60 employees and friends. Best, Daphne Mack Communications Manager National MS Society, New York City - Southern New York Chapter 733 Third Avenue New York, NY 10017 212-453-3250 212-986-7981 (Fax) http://www.msnyc.org/ … [Continue reading...]

Chip, Implanted in Brain, Helps Paralyzed Man Regain Control of Hand

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The New York Times Five years ago, a college freshman named Ian Burkhart dived into a wave at a beach off the Outer Banks in North Carolina and, in a freakish accident, broke his neck on the sandy floor, permanently losing the feeling in his hands and legs. On Wednesday, doctors reported that Mr. Burkhart, 24, had regained control over his right hand and fingers, using technology that transmits his thoughts directly to his hand muscles and bypasses his spinal injury. The doctors’ study, published by the journal Nature, is the first account of limb reanimation, as it is known, in a person with quadriplegia. Doctors implanted a chip in Mr. Burkhart’s brain two years ago. Seated in a lab with the implant connected through a computer to a sleeve on his arm, he was able to learn by … [Continue reading...]

Jim Morelli, NATIONAL NUTRITION MONTH ROUNDUP!!

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Nationally Recognized Healthy. Nutrition, Fitness and Lifestyle Expert Provides Information on the Latest Nutritional Facts and Tips To Help Us All Eat Smarter Jim Morelli, Nationally Recognized Health, Nutrition, Fitness and Lifestyle Expert National Nutrition Month® is a nutrition education and information campaign sponsored annually by the American Dietetic Association. The campaign is designed to focus attention on the importance of making informed food choices and develop sound eating and physical activity habits. National Registered Pharmacist and Healthy, Nutrition and Wellness Expert Jim Morelli will provide the latest nutritional facts and key tips to help us eat smarter. Jim will discuss: • Make smart choices from every food group • Finding a balance between … [Continue reading...]

Philips Announces Unique New AgingWell Hub During White House Conference on Aging we speak to Diane Ty for the Global Social Enterprise Initiative about their important work.

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Collaborating with leaders like Georgetown’s Global Social Enterprise Initiative, (http://socialenterprise.georgetown.edu/ ) MIT AgeLab & MedStar Health, new initiative to explore technology, services & solutions for successfully aging well July 13, 2015 07:30 AM Eastern Daylight Time WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today during the White House Conference on Aging, Philips announced the creation of the AgingWell Hub (AWH), a unique new research center for open innovation that will examine and share solutions for aging well. The initiative will identify new technologies, products and services, as well as provide thought leadership in collaboration with older adults, caregivers, healthcare systems, payers, policy makers, corporate innovators, entrepreneurs and academia. The AWH will also … [Continue reading...]

OPPORTUNITIES TO SUPPORT OUR TROOPS

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A Veteran Explains How Navy Federal Credit Union is Supports Our Troops by Helping Them Start & Grow their Own Business Every year since 1963, the President of the United States has issued a proclamation announcing National Small Business Week, which recognizes the critical contributions of America¹s entrepreneurs and small business owners. More than half of Americans either own or work for a small business, and they create about two out of every three new jobs in the U.S. each year. www.navyfederal.org. To kick off National Small Business Week, we have a special interview with Jim Salmon, the head of Business Lending at Navy Federal Credit Union. to discuss what¹s needed to start and grow a business, and he¹ll share information about programs designed to help military … [Continue reading...]