Holiday

"Support a Troop" App Brings Comforts of Home to Deployed Servicemembers this Holiday Season

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Friday, December 9, 2022

TAMPA, Fla., Dec. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The team behind a first-of-its kind app that helps send care packages to deployed troops is excited to announce a major upcoming milestone, just in time for the holidays. The "Support a Troop" app is closing in on 10,000 personalized gifts sent to soldiers serving overseas since first launching in December 2020.

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  • The "Support a Troop" app is closing in on 10,000 personalized gifts sent to soldiers serving overseas since first launching in December 2020.
  • The app's creator, Brandon Goodrich, served as an infantryman in the Army and was deployed to Afghanistan in 2016.
  • The free and easy-to-download app allows anyone, anywhere to send personalized care packages with the touch of a button.
  • So far, the app has sent 9, 471 personalized items and currently has 240 deployed troops requesting support.

The Salvation Army Aims to Raise $1.5 Million in a Single Afternoon

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Friday, December 9, 2022

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Dec. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Salvation Army's National Commander, Commissioner Kenneth Hodder, issued the "National Commander's Red Kettle Challenge", to Salvation Army officers, staff, volunteers, and supporters across the country earlier this holiday season to raise more donations than him on Friday, December 9, 2022. Today, Commissioner Hodder will be putting his bell-ringing skills to the test at his local Walmart Supercenter (5885 Kingstowne Blvd, Alexandria, VA 22315) from 3p.m. to 7p.m. ET.

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  • Experience the full interactive Multichannel News Release here: https://www.multivu.com/players/English/9092353-the-salvation-army-natio...
    This year's challenge has a goal to raise $1.5 million nationwide after last year's challenge yielded more than $1.1 million in donations.
  • "Thanks to a generous public, The Salvation Army is able to love beyond the holidays and provide services to more than 25 million people all year long."
  • To learn more about how The Salvation Army meets human needs around the holidays and throughout the year, visit SalvationArmyUSA.org .
  • The Salvation Army annually serves more than 25 million people in America, helping them overcome poverty, addiction, and economic hardships through a range of social services.

Berklee Online Launches New Masterclass Series in February 2023

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Friday, December 9, 2022

BOSTON, Dec. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Berklee Online has launched its most affordable offering to date with their new Masterclass series. For just $99, students can experience the renowned curriculum of Berklee College of Music in a one-time, two-hour long live session led by a Berklee instructor. Starting in February 2023, Masterclass options will include: "How to Play Fingerstyle Guitar" with Kim Perlak (February 15), "How to Write a Memorable Melody for Songwriters" with Andrea Stolpe (February 16), and "How to Write Song Lyrics to Fit Your Melody" with Pat Pattison (February 23). More Masterclass topics will be released later in 2023.

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  • With Berklee Online's new Masterclass series, students can experience the renowned curriculum of Berklee College of Music in a one-time, two-hour long live session led by a Berklee instructor for just $99.
  • BOSTON, Dec. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Berklee Online has launched its most affordable offering to date with their new Masterclass series.
  • For just $99, students can experience the renowned curriculum of Berklee College of Music in a one-time, two-hour long live session led by a Berklee instructor.
  • "The Masterclass series is new and exciting territory for Berklee Online," says Debbie Cavalier, CEO and Cofounder of Berklee Online.

Celebrate 12 Days of Exclusive Holiday Savings with Red Apple Stores and The Bargain! Shop

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Friday, December 9, 2022

Just in time for the holidays, customers' favourite Christmas savings event is back at Red Appleand The Bargain!

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  • Just in time for the holidays, customers' favourite Christmas savings event is back at Red Appleand The Bargain!
  • For details on each day's exclusive deal, customers can visit their local store or stay connected with Red Apple and The Bargain!
  • Red Apple Stores is Canada's favourite chain of over 140 small-town general merchandise retail stores.
  • Shop or Red Apple have been your reputable neighbourhood retailers who bring you big-name brands, quality products, and big savings at convenient locations in your small towns.

INTERNATIONAL DELIGHT® TURNED STRESS INTO JOY FOR THOUSANDS OF MALL OF AMERICA SHOPPERS WITH THE HELP OF LIMITED-EDITION GRINCH PEPPERMINT MOCHA CREAMER

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Friday, December 9, 2022

BROOMFIELD, Colo., Dec. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- International Delight, one of the country's leading coffee creamer brands, knows the holidays can be the most stressful time of the year. A recent survey found that nearly two-thirds of Americans believe that malls and shopping centers are the season's "grinchiest" destinations due to the crowds (60%), the long lines (53%) and all the noise, Noise, NOISE! (52%!). That's why, on Thursday, December 8, the brand teamed up with iconic Dr. Seuss character the Grinch, and hilarious, holiday-loving TikTok phenom Carter Kench, at the Mall of America where the brand surprised shoppers with more than 2,000 complimentary cups of hot coffee made more joyful and delicious with International Delight's cherished seasonal creamer offering: Grinch Peppermint Mocha. Consumers were uplifted thanks to the cheerfully chocolatey, magically minty surprise.

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  • The delicious line of creamers includes the newly reformulated Peppermint Mocha, Frosted Sugar Cookie and NEW Gingerbread Cookie Dough.
  • International Delight is committed to bringing delight to coffee and creamer fans across the nation through the ongoing release of these one-of-a-kind collaborations.
  • Since 1987, International Delight has been transforming cups of coffee into moments that foster joy, self-expression and togetherness through one-of-a-kind, bold creamer flavors.
  • International Delight coffee creamers and iced coffees are available at grocery, convenience stores, mass merchandisers and food service outlets across the country.

Infosec Institute Launches Free Holiday-Themed Resources to Prevent Organizations and Employees from Being "Hacked for the Holidays"

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Friday, December 9, 2022

MADISON, Wis., Dec. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Infosec Institute, a leading cybersecurity education provider and part of Cengage Group, today announced free education resources to help organizations raise awareness among employees about cybersecurity risks during the busy holiday season when scams often occur. The free Hacked for the Holidays security awareness toolkit provides education on a range of topics, including IoT devices, travel security, fake delivery notifications, gift card scams and charity scams.

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  • "We're excited to offer free and fun resources to help organizations keep their business and employees cyber-safe this holiday season."
  • Hacked for the Holidays themed postersincluding digital versions to make employees aware of common scams and reinforce best practices.
  • Infosec IQ security awareness and training empowers employees with the knowledge and skills to stay cyber secure at work and home with over 2,000 awareness and training resources.
  • Follow Infosec on LinkedIn , Twitter , Facebook , Instagram and Infosec's Resources Blog for the latest news, or visit infosecinstitute.com for more information.

JIM HENSON'S FAMILY HUB ON YOUTUBE LAUNCHES FULL EPISODES OF BELOVED PUPPET SERIES "PAJANIMALS" TO HELP PRESCHOOLERS WITH CHANGING SLEEP ROUTINES DURING THE HOLIDAYS

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Friday, December 9, 2022

HOLLYWOOD, Calif., Dec. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Just in time for the holidays, Jim Henson's Family Hub on YouTube has launched a 24/7 live stream dedicated exclusively to full episodes of Pajanimals, the beloved preschool puppet series that models for kids (and their parents) how to transition peacefully through their daily schedules, with a special emphasis on bedtime. The kids safe YouTube channel also showcases popular and iconic titles from The Jim Henson Company's beloved catalog including Fraggle Rock, Sid the Science Kid, Word Party, Dinosaur Train, and more.

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  • The kids safe YouTube channel also showcases popular and iconic titles from The Jim Henson Company's beloved catalog includingFraggle Rock,Sid the Science Kid, Word Party,Dinosaur Train,and more.
  • Pajanimals, created with guidance from sleep experts, provides multiple fun and relatable adventures, a perfect resource for parents and caregivers trying to keep their children's sleep habits on track.
  • Parents can also visit Jim Henson's Family Hub online for more ideas from the Pajanimals team.
  • The Company produced Guillermo Del Toro's Pinocchiofor Netflix and is currently in production on the feature film The Portable Door.

Real California Milk Celebrates the Season of Giving with the California Cheese Wreath Kit, The Edible Gift That Gives Back to Communities in Need

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Thursday, December 8, 2022

The California Cheese Wreath kit features three cow's milk specialty cheeses made with Real California Milk from the state's farm families, California almonds, dried citrus wheels, raisins, cherries, crackers, and dried herbs along with a round bamboo cheese board as well as instructions for assembling a festive cheese wreath.

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  • The California Cheese Wreath kit features three cow's milk specialty cheeses made with Real California Milk from the state's farm families, California almonds, dried citrus wheels, raisins, cherries, crackers, and dried herbs along with a round bamboo cheese board as well as instructions for assembling a festive cheese wreath.
  • The wreath sells for $175 and is available for pickup at Lady & Larder in Santa Monica or online ( https://ladyandlarder.com/products/real-california-cheese-wreath-2022 ) for shipping to most states.
  • "We love cheese boards, but cheese wreaths take the celebration to the next level.
  • California products can be identified by the Real California Milk seal, which means they are made with 100 percent milk from the state's dairy farm families.

North Island Credit Union Delivers Holiday Toys & Gifts To Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego

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Thursday, December 8, 2022

SAN DIEGO, Dec. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- North Island Credit Union has partnered with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego to bring some holiday magic to hundreds of Club kids across San Diego County.

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  • SAN DIEGO, Dec. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- North Island Credit Union has partnered with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego to bring some holiday magic to hundreds of Club kids across San Diego County.
  • The credit union recently donated over 100 new toys and gifts to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego as part of its annual Holiday Life Changers program.
  • "We are honored to support the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego in making the holidays a special, joy-filled time for so many families across our communities," said North Island Credit Union President/CEO Steve O'Connell.
  • The credit union operates in San Diego County as North Island Credit Union, a division of California Credit Union.

The Most Interesting Store in the World Comes to Washington, D.C.

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Thursday, December 8, 2022

WASHINGTON, Dec. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SHOWFIELDS, the industry-disrupting lifestyle discovery store, has opened its doors at 3077 M Street NW in Georgetown. 

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  • WASHINGTON, Dec. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SHOWFIELDS , the industry-disrupting lifestyle discovery store, has opened its doors at 3077 M Street NW in Georgetown.
  • The NYC-based company is known for bringing shoppers immersive brand curations and experiential store design.
  • The store flow follows the brand's House of Showfields concept - as seen in House of Showfields Brooklyn which opened in November 2022.
  • With store concepts in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Miami and Los Angeles, SHOWFIELDS has created a unique opportunity for brands to run measurable retail campaigns in the world's most desirable retail locations.