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2018 DangerMan Hero Awards will pay Tribute to the Late Comic Book Legend Stan Lee

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- An evening of celebration will mark the 20th anniversary for DangerMan, America's Real Life Urban Super Hero at the Third Annual 2018 DangerMan Hero Awards, taking place on Saturday, December 8 at the California African American Museum (CAAM). During the affair, DangerMan will pay homage to his friend and recently departed mentor, comic book legend, Stan Lee.

Wham-O Frisbee Sonic Named One of the ‘Best New Toys of 2018’ by Fatherly

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Frisbee(R) Sonic, the new "square" Frisbee by Wham-O, has been added to the Fatherly list of 100 Best New Toys of 2018. The designations, compiled by a team of editors, dads and kids, honor the manufacturers who harness technological advancements, imagination and product design to churn out play products that inform, inspire, develop and entertain. Wham-O reinvented the way Frisbee(R) and all discs will fly in the future with the introduction of the Frisbee Sonic.

Brad Fryman is taking on the title role in Robert Greer’s new translation of August Strindberg’s ‘The Father’ at Strindberg Rep

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- LanDan Consulting announces that Brad Fryman is taking on the title role in Robert Greer's new translation of August Strindberg's "The Father" at Strindberg Rep. Translated and Directed by Robert Greer.

Casita Maria Center For Arts’ Cuban Art Show in South Bronx: ‘We Have Ire: Afro-Cuban in the United States’

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Casita Maria Center For Arts & Education in partnership with Pregones Theater are proud to present "We Have Ire: Afro-Cuban in the United States." This exhibition and multi-disciplinary theater project will be produced by Cuban-American writer, performer, Doris Duke Artist and San Francisco resident Paul S. Flores, with collaborating Puerto Rican filmmaker and photographer Eli Jacobs-Fantauzzi.

Arts Detroit Launches Spectra Theatre Program at PARC for Students on the Autism Spectrum

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- A new theatre education program will be offered by Arts Detroit for students on the Autism Spectrum and with Aspergers inside of their performing arts studio at PARC-Plymouth Arts and Recreation Complex. Spectra will be a course to help students on the Autism Spectrum learn theatre techniques that can help them develop life skills as well.

Western Case Inc. shares how to protect sensitive equipment from damage during travel and trade shows

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Protecting equipment during travel preserves sensitive equipment from damage, as Western Case shares firsthand how blow molded carrying equipment cases and custom foam packaging protects equipment. The in-stock, semi-custom, and custom designed carrying cases can fit any kind of equipment just right to prevent damage.

WHAM-O Releases Commemorative ‘Super Book’ for Its 70th Anniversary Making Fun For All Ages

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Wham-O, the iconic all-American recreational toy brand, will release a new commemorative book marking the 70th anniversary of the company. The book, entitled "SUPER BOOK - Fantastic Tales From Inside The Fun Factory" (ISBN: 978-0692163054), takes readers on a journey through the innovation and imagination that led to the creation of some of the world's most inventive, beloved toys and games that every family has played with for the last 70 years.

Ragtime Pianist Peter Bergin Featured in Michigan Humanities Council Touring Directory

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- The Michigan Humanities Council announced their 2018-2021 Arts and Humanities Touring Directory, offering 40 percent grant funding for arts programming at non-profits, schools, and libraries in Michigan. Traverse City ragtime pianist, Peter Bergin, is one of the featured artists.

Golsa Sarabi speaks on Empowerment for Women, including Iranian Women’s Movement for Freedom of Choice

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- "I'm a woman ... living in the 21st century. My existence is not a crime, and it's not for trade. I have the right to choose, and my choice is freedom, liberty, and persistence," says Golsa Sarabi an international actress and a business entrepreneur. Being a woman means to have strength, to stand up, and to fight! To fight for freedom, for equality and for change. You are not alone ... I'm standing with you.

Teen Leadership Summit in New York: The Future is Femme-inist! The Future is NOW!

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Casita Maria Center for Arts & Education is proud to present Teen Leadership Summit: The Future is Femme-inist! The Future is NOW! Young women and femmes of color are leading the way as community culture workers. They are artists, activists, healers, and leaders.

‘Loveseed: The Template For Birthing A New World’ by Kathleen Hanagan now available on Amazon

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Kathleen Hanagan today announces the first printing of her book, "Loveseed: The Template For Birthing A New World," (Library of Congress Control Number: 2018959127, ISBN: 978-1-945586-14-9) by Thomas Noble Books, Wilmington, Del.

Horror stars from the 80s and ‘Friday the 13th’ come together in a brand new franchise: ’13 Fanboy’

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- "Friday the 13th" has a passionate fan base that has been waiting for almost a decade for another installment. With the lawsuit between Victor Miller and Sean Cunningham still not resolved a new film isn't likely for several more years, but Voorhees Films has a solution for your much-needed fix, "13 Fanboy."

Book Debut at Philly Art Collective: ‘CONFESSIONS OF 400 MEN’ by Author Heidi Doheny Jay

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Author Heidi Doheny Jay will debut her new book, "Confessions of 400 Men: True Revelations of Lust, Fidelity, Feelings & Fantasy" (ISBN: 978-1543925968) at Philly Art Collective: 253 N. 3rd Street Philadelphia, PA 19106 on Thursday, November 15, 2018 from 6-9 p.m. Press engagement is open from 5-6 p.m. Members of the press will receive a free copy of the book.

Author Kathleen Hanagan Celebrates Publication of new book, ‘Loveseed: The Template For Birthing a New World’

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Kathleen Hanagan, psychotherapist, priestess, and author, celebrates the publication of her first book "Loveseed: The Template For Birthing a New World" (ISBN: 978-1945586149) at a launch party held in her honor Nov. 17, hosted by Sara Vandergroot.

Hands-on Science Center announces Tennessee non-profit fundraiser event, ‘The Science of Wine, Brew and Spirits’

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- The Hands-On Science Center announces "The Science of Wine, Brew and Spirits" fundraising event November 10, 2018. Merging science education with those fun-to-drink adult beverages not only gets adults involved in the fascinating world of science but helps raise both funds and community awareness for a much-needed educational facility in the small town of Tullahoma.

Imagine there’s no hunger: Imagine John Lennon at 78, Helping to End Hunger, One License Plate at a Time

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- October 9 would have marked the 78th birthday of John Lennon, and his legacy is still helping to "Imagine there's no hunger," in California, Florida and throughout the U.S. Yoko Ono Lennon has kindly authorized the use of the iconic self-portrait image to help the California Association of Food Banks and Feeding Florida in their ongoing fight to end hunger.

New Music: The Ormewoods release new music video that reaches across the aisle, ‘Hope, Pray, Sing’

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- The Ormewoods - Claire Pearson and Don McCollister - is an Americana and folk duo, and their new music video, "Hope, Pray, Sing," was released to draw people closer together rather than tear them apart. The duo's music is described by fans as "sexy, folk, pop and country." It's toe-tapping and, at times, profound.

Artists, Music Legends and Performers to Salute Beyond Baroque Literary Arts Center 50th at Nov. 10 Gala in Los Angeles

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- A historic lineup of L.A.'s leading artists, performers, poets and authors will salute Beyond Baroque Literary Arts Center ("Beyond Baroque"), the city's legendary literary center, at its 50th anniversary "Bohemian Bacchanal" on Saturday, November 10. The gala event, located in the Venice Arts Plaza, features a dinner and will be highlighted by presentations honoring actor/poet Viggo Mortensen, a long-time supporter of the non-profit organization, and award-winning poet Will Alexander.

New Book, ‘The AutoThugOgraphy’ of Turk, a Memoir by ‘Hot Boy Turk’ Virgil Jr.

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- The Oracle Group International announces Former Cash Money Records artist Tab "Hot Boy Turk" Virgil Jr. takes you on a journey of deep spiritual and mental growth in his new book, 'The AutoThugOgraphy of Turk' (Hardcover: Wahida Clark Publishing: ISBN: 978-1947732216).

Director Troy Rowland to Helm ‘DangerMan Returns’ the Black Superhero Film Sequel

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- It will be lights, camera and a lot of action as DangerMan, America's Real Life Black Superhero, gears up to shoot the sequel to his original film release. "DangerMan Returns" will be directed by Troy Michael Rowland, a veteran entertainment specialist whose credits include Disney, Amazon and TV One. Roger I. Tinsley, CEO/President of the DangerMan Education Foundation, Inc., a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization, will executive produce the film.

NEW MUSIC: Glorified High School re-imagines 1987’s iconic ‘Whitesnake’ album, track-by-track

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Lion Eagle Productions, LLC today announced that - after covering such diverse artists as Rush, Bruce Hornsby and Motley Crue - Glorified High School (GHS) recently realized its greatest ambition by recording a track-for-track reimagining of the 1987 "Whitesnake" album. This new album of cover songs takes popular '80s rock songs to new places sonically and emotionally.

Chicago band The PondHawks gives hometown a song with ‘River Grove’ release

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Riverpool Records and The PondHawks announce the release of their new single, "River Grove." How many cities have their very own song? The town of River Grove, a suburb of Chicago near O'Hare Airport, now does thanks to The PondHawks.

Country-Folk Artist Michael Patrick’s New CD, ‘John Wayne Movies’ Tells the Tale of Life Lessons, Love Lost and Man’s Best Friend

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- New Jersey based country, folk, Americana singer-songwriter Michael Patrick will release his latest, long overdue recording, "John Wayne Movies" with two special CD release shows on October 13, 2018 at The Lighthouse Tavern, and October 20 at Roxy and Dukes.

Call for indie bands in Texas to participate in 2018 Battle of the Bands hosted by Hub Streat Plano and Texas...

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Texas Select Radio announces the 2018 Battle of the Bands at Hub Streat, a full service Culinary Entertainment Center, featuring hand crafted cocktails, craft beer, a menu for every taste from a scratch kitchen, live entertainment and a dog friendly patio.

Stuttering Comedian Nina G is Challenging How People Think About Stutterers

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- What do you do when you are professionally funny for a living AND use your own experience as a person with disabilities to crush stigma and change attitudes? Well, for stuttering comedian Nina G, you take it on the road in a series of presentations that are both funny and profound.