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UK Choir Libera Launches New Recording on U.S. Tour

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Mittwoch, Juli 5, 2023
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A global sensation, Libera is a European boys' choir made up of South Londoners aged 7 to 16 years.

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  • A global sensation, Libera is a European boys' choir made up of South Londoners aged 7 to 16 years.
  • One of the highlights of the new recording is their magical rendition of the Beach Boys classic "God Only Knows," arranged by Libera Musical Director Sam Coats, who was a former member of the choir as a young boy.
  • "I'm excited for everyone in the U.S. to hear them and some of the new music we've been creating."
  • In 2008, Libera was the only U.K. artist invited to participate in a Papal Mass celebrated by Pope Benedict XVI at Yankee Stadium.

NBA's Portia Fultz Archer Among a Select Group Being Honored by the Riverside Hawks

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Dienstag, Oktober 25, 2022
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NEW YORK, Oct. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The 61-year-old Riverside Hawks organization, one of the nation's leading athletic-academic programs, will hold its 2022 Gala celebration on December 13th at the Mandarin Oriental, 80 Columbus Circle, NYC, (6:30 pm reception, 7:30 pm dinner & program).

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  • Mr. Hargraves is a Riverside Hawks alumnus who went on to play Division 1 basketball at Iona College and was named Associated Press Academic All-American in 1985.
  • Mr. Hargraves, currently the Hawks Program Director, is being recognized with this honor for his 40-year commitment to the Hawks program.
  • This year's Riverside Hawks 3rd grade AAU National Championsare among those being honored at the 2022 Gala.
  • Since its founding by the Riverside Church in 1961, the Riverside Hawks have been a staple program in the Harlem community.

Black Health Matters Spring Health Summit 2022 Draws Attendees To A Lively Day of Health Awareness

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Dienstag, Juni 7, 2022
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NEW YORK, June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Over 680 in-person and virtual attendees were at the Black Health MattersSpring Health Summit, held on Saturday, April 30th, 2022 from 9 am - 5 pm EST.

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  • NEW YORK, June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Over 680 in-person and virtual attendees were at the Black Health MattersSpring Health Summit, held on Saturday, April 30th, 2022 from 9 am - 5 pm EST.
  • "We were delighted by the response to our initial hybrid health summit" said Roslyn Y. Daniels, publisher of Black Health Matters.
  • "All through the day, both the in-person and online attendees remained engrossed in the informative and dynamic presentations and discussions on relevant chronic health conditions and diseases.
  • The organization's mission is to improve health literacy, which includes addressing health care, health policy, health equity, and health disparities for better results.

SPECIAL REPORT: The Poor People's Pandemic Report is a political bombshell showing that COVID-19 deaths are disproportionately tied to poverty and low wealth

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Donnerstag, März 31, 2022
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WASHINGTON , March 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A report to connect COVID-19 deaths in the U.S. to both poverty and race will be released April 4 at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C., by the Poor People's Campaign and a team of world renowned economists, researchers and experts.

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  • "Even in a global pandemic, there hasn't been a systematic assessment of the impact of COVID-19 on poor and low-income communities.
  • COVID-19 data collection does not include data on poverty, income, or occupation, alongside race and pandemic outcomes.
  • The Poor People's Pandemic Digital Report and Intersectional Analysis addresses this knowledge gap and exposes the unnecessary deaths by mapping community characteristics and connecting them with COVID-19 outcomes."
  • The Poor People's Campaign is asking pastors and leaders of congregations across the country to speak on the same theme.

Bob Dylan Center® Acquires Newly Discovered Early Dylan Recordings And Other Singular Elements In Advance Of Next Year's Grand Opening

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Dienstag, November 16, 2021
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Bob Dylan Center acquires newly discovered early Bob Dylan recordings and other finds before next year's grand opening.

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  • Bob Dylan Center acquires newly discovered early Bob Dylan recordings and other finds before next year's grand opening.
  • Memberships to the Bob Dylan Center are now available for the first time, at http://bobdylancenter.com/support .
  • The Toni Mendell Tapes represent the first complete extant recording of Bob Dylan performing at Carnegie Chapter Hall on Nov. 4, 1961.
  • Both the Bob Dylan Center and the Woody Guthrie Center operate under auspices of the American Song Archives, a project of the George Kaiser Family Foundation (GKFF).

Hard Rock International Presents the Artists Den's Digital Series 'Live from My Den'

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Donnerstag, September 9, 2021

The seven-episode series, presented and brought to life by Hard Rock International, can be viewed on Variety.com and nationwide at viewing party events at select Hard Rock locations to support the series overall.

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  • The seven-episode series, presented and brought to life by Hard Rock International, can be viewed on Variety.com and nationwide at viewing party events at select Hard Rock locations to support the series overall.
  • "From our live music stages to our renowned memorabilia collection, for over 50 years Hard Rock has been committed to giving artists a platform to showcase their talents and tell their stories," said Keith Sheldon, President of Entertainment for Hard Rock International.
  • In honor of the partnership, Hard Rock lent memorabilia items from its world-famous collection to be utilized in the filming of episodes shot at Hard Rock Cafe locations.
  • We are thrilled to have Hard Rock as our series partner, one of the most iconic brands in music entertainment," said Artists Den CEO/Founder Mark Lieberman.

200,000 Nursing Home COVID Deaths Honored - Film Wins Impact DOCS Award

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Donnerstag, September 9, 2021

NEW YORK, Sept. 9, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Gray Panthers NYC has won a prestigious Award of Recognition from The Impact DOCS Awards Competition.

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  • NEW YORK, Sept. 9, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Gray Panthers NYC has won a prestigious Award of Recognition from The Impact DOCS Awards Competition.
  • "The staggering anguish suffered by nursing home residents, staff, and family members due to the loss of 200,000 lives from COVID must be a catalyst for change.
  • The goal of Impact DOCS is to help winners achieve the recognition they deserve for their dedication and work."
  • Information about the Impact DOCS Awards and a list of past and recent winners can be found at http://www.ImpactDocsAwards.com

Central Presbyterian Church Celebrates the Dedication of a Fully-Restored Bell Tower and New 50-Bell Carillon

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Donnerstag, Oktober 1, 2020
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This event marks an important milestone for Central which initiated a complete restoration of its historic bell tower in 2017 through a significant gift from a generous donor.

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  • This event marks an important milestone for Central which initiated a complete restoration of its historic bell tower in 2017 through a significant gift from a generous donor.
  • In September 1929, Central moved into its current building located on Park Avenue at 64th Street.
  • Centrals octagonal bell tower once housed a 53-bell carillon, given by Rockefeller in memory of his mother, Laura Spelman Rockefeller.
  • The original carillon of bells, however, was removed from the tower and transferred to Riverside Church upon the sale of the building to Central.