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Ellishiva Cinnamon and The Sixth Element

Nirmala Narine’s Young Adult Historical Fantasy Novel with Diverse Characters, Lays the Foundation for New Crop of Environmentalists

NEW YORK, N.Y. /New York Netwire/ -- Vanadala Publishing, a division of NNGL, announces the publication of "Ellishiva Cinnamon and The Sixth Element" (ISBN: 978-0996207126, paperback), a novel of environmental stewardship, by best-selling author, social responsible entrepreneur, humanitarian and global lifestyle television host, Nirmala Narine.
XVALA Pepe Meme

American Artist XVALA ‘Defaces’ Banksy Steve Jobs Mural to Make a Point in MEME PARTY

NEW YORK CITY, N.Y., /New York Netwire/ -- American artist XVALA will open his MEME PARTY campaign with an extreme modification of Banksy's mural painting of Steve Jobs in Calais, France, known as "The Son of a Migrant from Syria". XVALA will unveil his work at an event on April 27, 2019 in the Bowery. All pieces in the campaign make use of a variety of politically-charged and often controversial memes.
Coaches of the Year 2019

East Coast Top Track Stars Head to 2019 Finals of 45th Anniversary Colgate Women’s Games

BROOKLYN, N.Y. /New York Netwire/ -- From an initial field of thousands of girls and young women from all over the East Coast, some 226 top point-scorers in divisions from elementary school-through-college-and-beyond, have earned their way to the finals of the 45th Anniversary Colgate Women's Games (Jan. 20, 2019 - Pratt Institute). Persevering through four preliminary meets and a semi-final, athletes in every age division have emerged as some of the country's finest athletic talent. (VIDEO)
Brad Fryman

Strindberg play, ‘The Father’, a diabolical battle of the sexes, is presented by Strindberg Rep featuring Brad Fryman

NEW YORK, N.Y. /New York Netwire/ -- 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, at historic Gene Frankel Theatre NYC.
Casita Maria Arts - credit: Eli Jacobs-Fantauzzi

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

BRONX, N.Y. /New York Netwire/ -- 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.
Autothugography of Turk

Hip-Hop Artist Tab ‘Hot Boy Turk’ Virgil Jr. Offers Inspiring, Real Life Story of Redemption In His Tell-All Memoir

NEW YORK, N.Y. /New York Netwire/ -- The Oracle Group 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).
Brad Fryman

NY THEATRE: A bleak glimpse at life in wake of a dystopic presidency, in Natalie Menna’s absurdist comedy ‘Occasionally Nothing’

NEW YORK, N.Y. /New York Netwire/ -- LanDan Consulting announces that Brad Fryman is taking on the role of Harry in "Occasionally Nothing" by Natalie Menna and directed by Ivette Dumeng for Strindberg Rep at the Dream Up Festival at Theatre for the New City (Artistic Director, Crystal Field).
New Music from Unique Messengers

New Music from Unique Messengers Brings Spiritual Ammunition Against Gun Violence

BROOKLYN, N.Y. /New York Netwire/ -- While gun control continues to be a talked about topic, Unique Messengers is not only joining the conversation, but singing about it. This musical group is on a mission to deliver "music with a message" and their latest single, "Give up That Gun," is no exception to the rule.
Kids of Courage

David Copperfield Performing Special Benefit Show for Kids of Courage in Las Vegas

NEW YORK, N.Y. /New York Netwire/ -- Kids of Courage, a medically-supervised travel program for seriously sick children and young adults, is currently in Las Vegas for their annual summer adventure. The unique non-profit program provides adaptive activities and events for individuals with life-threatening illnesses and serious disabilities. The current group consists of 120 medically-fragile campers from all over North America, accompanied by volunteer physicians, nurses, paramedics, emergency medical technicians, and caretaker counselors.
NY Governor Cuomo Proclaims July 18 Billy Joel Day

NY Governor Cuomo Proclaims July 18 Billy Joel Day in New York State

MANHATTAN, N.Y. /New York Netwire/ -- N.Y. Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today proclaimed July 18 Billy Joel Day in New York State at the...
Blurred Lines - Book

Media Mogul Mona Scott-Young Launches Monami Direct, announces Debut Novel, ‘BLURRED LINES’

NEW YORK, N.Y. /New York Netwire/ -- Mona Scott Young, Executive Producer of VH1's hit franchise "Love & Hip Hop" and CEO of Monami Entertainment, announces the launch of straight-to-consumer digital platform, Monami Direct, in conjunction with the release of her debut novel, "Blurred Lines" (ISBN: 978-1939126313). "Blurred Lines" is co-written by New York Times bestselling author and television producer Courtney Parker.
South Bronx Culture Trail Festival

South Bronx Culture Trail Festival: Somos Unidos 2018, Experience arts & culture of the South Bronx

BRONX, N.Y. /New York Netwire/ -- Casita Maria Center For Arts & Education and Bronx Music Heritage Center are proud to present the South Bronx Culture Trail Festival 2018: Somos Unidos. This fun, family-friendly festival celebrates the rich cultural contributions of the communities that make the South Bronx their home. In partnership with community based organizations, city agencies and charities, multiple events will be held throughout the South Bronx from May 31 through June 23, 2018 uniting communities, arts, culture, and wellness while promoting civic engagement.
CES MMA continues New York Takeover

CES MMA continues New York Takeover May 4 with NY debut of Oyster Bay Welterweight John Gotti III

NEW YORK, N.Y. /New York Netwire/ -- CES MMA launches its New York division on May 4, 2018 with "CES MMA NY," a star-studded event at The Space at Westbury Theater, featuring Bellator veterans Matthew Secor of Glens Falls, Kenny Foster of Corona and the debut of Oyster Bay welterweight John Gotti III.
Ballin 4 Peace

Ballin’ 4 Peace Celebrity Charity Basketball Tournament 2018 in Queens, NY April 21

QUEENS, N.Y. /New York Netwire/ -- H2O Basketball announces the BALLIN' 4 PEACE CELEBRITY CHARITY BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT Founded by Queens native and Former Division 1, International Pro Basketball Player, Haron "H2O" Hargrave; returns to ELMCOR YOUTH & ADULT ACTIVITIES CENTER in Corona, Queens, N.Y., this Saturday, April 21, 2018.
Healthy Dog Expo

With ‘Healthy Dog Expo’ in Albany, Holistic Veterinarian Takes ‘Heal’ to a Whole New Level

ALBANY, N.Y. /New York Netwire/ -- Pet owners everywhere want to give their four-legged friends the gift of good health and greater longevity - and the newly launched Healthy Dog Expo, conceived by holistic veterinarian Dr. Laurie Coger, may help them to do just that. The expo is designed to offer pet owners practical tips for enhancing their dogs' health and well being - and ultimately extending their lives.
HALCYON DAYS

Oberon Theatre Ensemble – Final Four Ticket Blitz for HALCYON DAYS Performances

NEW YORK, N.Y. /New York Netwire/ -- LanDan Consulting and the Oberon Theatre Ensemble (Brad Fryman, Artistic Director) announce Oberon's Final Four Ticket Blitz for 'HALCYON DAYS' by Steven Dietz directed by Academy Award Winner Alexander Dinelaris '(Birdman,' 'Red Dog Howl's) as Oberon celebrates its 20th Season.
Pop Music Artist Tiffani LeBlanc

Pop Music Artist Tiffani LeBlanc Reigns as 2018 Party Princess With New Track ‘Let’s Party’

NEW YORK, N.Y. /New York Netwire/ -- When recording artist Tiffani LeBlanc dropped her first hit, "Kinda High" in 2017, music fans took notice of not only her soaring vocals but also her dramatic sense for fashion and style. The new artist continues to gain heat as she drops her latest track, "Let's Party" a feel-good anthem for fun times.
Remedy Network: A Millennial's Journey

J. Caleb Perkins Writes Compelling Book – A Millennial’s Journey on Connecting New York City Through Stories

BROOKLYN, N.Y., /New York Netwire/ -- Remedy Network Inc. announces publication of a new book, "Remedy Network: A Millennial's Journey on Connecting New York City Through Stories" (ISBN: 978-1984030917, paperback) by J. Caleb Perkins, an influential leader, community organizer, and public speaker.
Rhanda Hopkins, Colgate Games' founder Fred Thompson

Nation’s Best Track Stars Head to 2018 Finals of the 44th Annual Colgate Women’s Games

BROOKLYN, N.Y., /New York Netwire/ -- Pratt Institute -- From an initial field of thousands of girls and young women from all over the East Coast, some 230 top point-scorers in divisions from elementary school through college and beyond, have earned their way to the finals of the 44th annual Colgate Women's Games. Persevering through four preliminary meets and a semi finals at Pratt, these young Olympic hopefuls have emerged as some of the country's finest athletic talent.
Isabel Slippen of Pierre Van Cortlandt MS

Best Track Stars in the Nation Head to Semi-Finals of 44th Annual Colgate Women’s Games

BROOKLYN, N.Y. /New York Netwire/ -- From an initial field of thousands, some 445 girls and young women from elementary school through college and beyond, have scored points to earn a spot in the semi-finals of the 44th annual Colgate Women's Games Track and Field Series. From Georgia to Massachusetts, these gifted young competitors include some of the nation's top-ranked athletes in their events and divisions.

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