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LOS ANGELES, Calif. /New York Netwire/ -- When elementary school teachers plan for their holiday entertainment programs, they turn to the Ruth Roberts' children's music catalog of song collections for Christmas, Halloween, Easter, Thanksgiving, Valentine's Day, and more. 'Ruth Roberts' specialty songs have been delighting children since 1973,' states Susan Nicoletti, of Goldenrod Music.

NAIROBI, KENYA, Dec. 6, 2013 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Megan White Mukuria, founder of ZanaAfrica, is the latest recipient of the Adelina Award, a prize awarded for exemplary accomplishment in the areas of humanitarian assistance, environmental improvement, education reform, sustainability, and disaster relief, according to John Toomey, Eula Laki and Lydia Ramos of Friends Beyond Borders and the World Mind Network, co-chairs of the Awards Committee.

FREDERICK, Md., Dec. 6, 2013 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Regent Education announced today the launch of Regent Review, the industry's first fully-automated student verification solution. Regent Review leverages the advanced technology of Regent's SNAP and Regent 8 solutions to fully automate student verification and C-code processing. The robust capabilities of Review help schools reduce: the time needed to perform verification, processing costs, and compliance risk, all while improving the student experience.

ASPEN, Colo. /New York Netwire/ -- Cameron Baxter Films, LLC today announced a new filmmaking project and crowd-funding campaign to shed light on the historical facts of the events at Plymouth Plantation between 1620 and 1675, before, during and after 'The First Thanksgiving,' a period in American history shrouded in misconception and misinformation.

MIAMI, Fla. /New York Netwire/ -- Florida's Southeast Computer Solutions, Inc. (SCS) today announced the formation of a strategic alliance with BAASS Business Solutions Inc. The new alliance augments the capabilities and professional service resources for its Sage ERP X3 practice.

MIAMI, Fla. /New York Netwire/ -- The Quik Pod Extendable Pole from Fromm Works allows the photographer to be included in the shot at all times. Great for snowboarding, paragliding, diving, skateboarding and hiking. GoPro(R) shots are taken when no one else can assist with a photo opportunity. The patented Quik Pod is the original handheld pole for 'selfies' and action shots.

BURBANK, Calif. /New York Netwire/ -- Burbank's own self-confessed housewife by day and stripper by night author, A.A. Jones was recently acknowledged as a 2013 Readers' Favorite Silver Medal Winner in the Relationships category for her memoir, 'Tilt Diary of a Virgin Stripper' (ISBN: 978-1257802869). The award ceremony was held in Miami.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /New York Netwire/ -- The magical time of year between Thanksgiving Day and New Year's Day is filled with thoughts of family celebrations, colorful decorations, gift-giving, gatherings of friends, and the fun of kissing under the mistletoe. 'All of those wonderful things are in this song,' states country music artist Sandra Piller, singer of 'Mistletoe and You.'

CLEVELAND, Ohio /New York Netwire/ -- Looking for a special present for a special woman? 'A long-term care protection package may be just the ticket,' says Denise Gott, Executive Vice-President of LTC Financial Partners, LLC (LTCFP). 'What else can improve her life more?' Gott asks. "Clothing, a trip, perfume, the latest gadget?'

PETALUMA, Calif. /New York Netwire/ -- EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage, today announced that the North Bay Business Journal has recognized EPIC as a '2013 Healthiest Company in North Bay.' The North Bay office of EPIC participates in a companywide wellness program, led by a volunteer committee that has garnered impressive results over the last four years.

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /New York Netwire/ -- 111 Minna Gallery proudly presents the second installment of prolific San Francisco Artist, John Waguespack, who nearly sold out his first solo show with the gallery in 2012. Waguespack was the inaugural Artist-in-Residence at the Fairmont San Francisco and for the second year in a row has been selected to showcase work at Art Basel Miami's Bombay Sapphire Artisan Series. Waguespack will exhibit his latest work 'Climate Control' at 111 Minna Gallery through January 31, 2014.

KITTY HAWK, N.C. /New York Netwire/ -- John Amrhein, Jr., maritime historian from the Outer Banks of North Carolina, recorded a miracle attributed to St. Barbara in his book, 'Treasure Island: The Untold Story' (ISBN 978-0983084303; New Maritima Press). Santa Barbara, California, was named after a 4th century woman who was beheaded by her own father after she converted to Christianity.

HALF MOON BAY, Calif. /New York Netwire/ -- Treadstone 71 LLC today announced expansion of its pioneering cyber intelligence services used to methodically and systematically collect, organize and analyze data. Treadstone 71 integrates, evaluates, and interprets information from all data sources delivering a range of opportunities and recommendations key to decision making.

PALM DESERT, Calif., Dec. 3, 2013 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Bank of Southern California (FBBN) today announced that Irwin Golds, long time Coachella Valley banking and business executive has been appointed to the company's board of directors.

KIRKLAND, Wash. /New York Netwire/ -- With Christmas, Hanukkah, and other gift-giving holidays near, how might you best delight a mother, wife, or other woman in your life? 'Few things can beat a long-term care protection package,' says Mark Goldberg, National Sales Manager of LTC Financial Partners, LLC. Really? Compared to jewelry, an ocean cruise, or new car?

PALM BEACH, Fla., Dec. 3, 2013 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- AmberTech Global has teamed up with Excellent Performance, Inc.'s oil division, RevOmax Lubricants to produce and distribute motor oil and fuel lubricants to the performance and racing industry worldwide.

HOUSTON, Texas, Dec. 3, 2013 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Whiteflash Inc., a leading retailer of ideal diamonds and fine bridal jewelry, announced today that their retail store has been granted membership in the prestigious American Gem Society. Recognized for the success of their first retail store, and for a continued reputation for excellence in the domestic and international jewelry market, Whiteflash joins an organization comprised of some of the finest jewelers in the world.

CHICAGO, Ill. /New York Netwire/ -- Cogensia today announced today that Craig Bettmann has joined Cogensia as VP, Client Solutions and Joel Schiltz has been promoted to Chief Operating Officer and Senior Vice President, Client Solutions. Schiltz's expertise lies in building comprehensive custom segmentation solutions, predictive modeling, and integrating complex data infrastructure.

ALAMOGORDO, N.M. /New York Netwire/ -- A new book 'A Childhood Without Amenities: The Will To Survive' (ISBN: 9781478710127; Outskirts Press) by Myrna Lovett, was announced today. The author's most recent book to date is a 5.5 x 8.5 paperback in the motivational and inspirational self-help category and is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes and Noble.

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Dec. 2, 2013 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Angara Inc. (Angara.com), the international online jewelry store, is offering some great deals this Cyber Monday. There is a site-wide discount of 15 percent on all orders. Besides the discount there are some unprecedented gift offers. The store is offering a great Blue Topaz pendant and a pair of Blue Topaz studs absolutely free on all orders.