Friendship

ZONDERKIDZ TO PUBLISH AWARD-WINNING ACTRESS TARAJI P. HENSON'S FIRST BOOK FOR CHILDREN

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Zonderkidz is pleased to announce that actress and mental health advocate Taraji P. Henson, will release her debut picture book, titled You Can Be a Good Friend (No Matter What!) on June 18, 2024, illustrated by Paul Kellam. Pre-orders can be made now anywhere books are sold.

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  • Releases June 18, 2024
    GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Zonderkidz is pleased to announce that actress and mental health advocate Taraji P. Henson, will release her debut picture book, titled You Can Be a Good Friend (No Matter What!)
  • In an exclusive statement to People.com today about her passion for the book, Henson said:
    "Mental health struggles can start even in childhood and oftentimes it begins with being bullied.
  • This book isn't just about bullying though—it's about how children all have something different about them, and being different is what makes them oh so very special."
  • https://people.com/taraji-p-henson-to-release-new-children-s-book-exclus...
    This is a one-book deal, acquired by Katherine Jacobs, Senior Acquisitions Editor for Zonderkidz, with CAA representing Henson.

PA Farm Show Butter Sculpture Recycling Shows Positive Impact Dairy Farmers Have on Planet

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Sunday, January 14, 2024

HARRISBURG, Pa., Jan. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Pennsylvania Farm Show's 33rd butter sculpture, "Table for All: Pennsylvania Dairy Connects Communities," celebrated the important connection between the Commonwealth's farmers and their local communities through the wholesome food that they produce.

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  • HARRISBURG, Pa., Jan. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Pennsylvania Farm Show's 33rd butter sculpture, "Table for All: Pennsylvania Dairy Connects Communities," celebrated the important connection between the Commonwealth's farmers and their local communities through the wholesome food that they produce.
  • The deconstruction and recycling of the 1,000 pounds of butter showcases how dairy farmers make a positive impact on the planet.
  • Dairy farmer Brett Reinford then transported the 1,000 pounds of butter to his dairy farm in Mifflintown, Pa.
  • "The Shapiro Administration is pleased to join American Dairy Association North East and the Pennsylvania Dairy Promotion Program in introducing hundreds of thousands of PA Farm Show visitors to Pennsylvania dairy farmers like the Reinford family," Pennsylvania Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding said.

Stand With Us for Justice and Unity: Oppose Unconstitutional Legislations

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Friday, December 15, 2023

Their participation lends significant weight to this critical cause and grassroots movement, amplifying the urgency and importance of opposing discriminatory laws and standing for justice and equality.

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  • Their participation lends significant weight to this critical cause and grassroots movement, amplifying the urgency and importance of opposing discriminatory laws and standing for justice and equality.
  • SB 264, a legislation imposing a restrictive property purchase ban for certain community members, has raised significant concerns.
  • Violations of this ban could result in severe civil and criminal penalties, including imprisonment of up to 5 years.
  • SB 264, imposing property bans and penalties, and SB 846, hampering research, collaboration, and academic freedom, stand as stark examples of legislations that erodes fundamental principles of equality and inclusivity.

New book offers a universal approach to help heal the wounds of our present world

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023

OAKLAND, Calif., Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Driven by her purpose to ignite others to live a more authentic life, registered nurse Monica R. Pierre is a dynamic personality with an intention to bring hope, healing, and inspiration to as many hearts possible. It is for these reasons she now releases "Winning With The Friend Within: A Nurse's Journey of Hope and Five Essentials to Help Heal A Hurting World" (published by Balboa Press). This book invites readers to take a deeper look on the inside, where all truth and transformation begin.

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  • It is for these reasons she now releases "Winning With The Friend Within: A Nurse's Journey of Hope and Five Essentials to Help Heal A Hurting World" (published by Balboa Press).
  • This book invites readers to take a deeper look on the inside, where all truth and transformation begin.
  • It can be a conscious companion to aid in the worldwide healing of a shattered humanity, which is the current state of our world.
  • For more details about the book, please visit https://www.balboapress.com/en/bookstore/bookdetails/811127-winning-with...
    "Winning With The Friend Within: A Nurse's Journey of Hope and Five Essentials to Help Heal A Hurting World"

TikTok: @ your fingertips

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023

LONDON, Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Fingerlings are the oh-so-cute toys that have today been revealed as one of 2023's DreamToys. Voted for by a panel of retailers, the annual DreamToys line-up is the definitive list of top toys for Christmas. Unlike other winning toys, however, Fingerlings was developed for fans by fans through a global brainstorm on TikTok!

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  • Voted for by a panel of retailers, the annual DreamToys line-up is the definitive list of top toys for Christmas.
  • Unlike other winning toys, however, Fingerlings was developed for fans by fans through a global brainstorm on TikTok!
  • Syd quickly got to work, taking the advice of her followers to create a new era of "Friendship @ your fingertips".
  • They're as passionate about toys as I am, so they see it as an opportunity to help create their dream toys!

Friendship Shelter Partners with Masimo Corporation for an Innovative and Transformative Solution in Addressing Homelessness

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023

The non-profit Friendship Shelter shared the results of their unique partnership with Masimo Corporation at their annual Intersections event.

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  • The non-profit Friendship Shelter shared the results of their unique partnership with Masimo Corporation at their annual Intersections event.
  • The event celebrated the innovative and transformative solution created by Joe Kiani , the Founder, Chairman and CEO of Masimo, and how it inspired CalOptima Health to make their own investment in a Friendship Shelter community.
  • Seventeen people now live in the Masimo-owned building and Friendship Shelter has on-site staff that help support the residents.
  • “For more than 35 years, Friendship Shelter has focused on studying, understanding, and transforming its approach to ending homelessness.

Introducing Wyzr Friends: the Innovative Activity-Based Friendship App for Adult Singles & Couples

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023

SAN DIEGO, Oct. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Wyzr Group LLC announces the launch of Wyzr Friends, a smarter, safer (and free) activity-based Friendship App connecting adults with shared interests online and in-person.

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  • SAN DIEGO, Oct. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Wyzr Group LLC announces the launch of Wyzr Friends, a smarter, safer (and free) activity-based Friendship App connecting adults with shared interests online and in-person.
  • Additionally, the iconic Andrew Gold song "Thank You for Being a Friend" which opens the App is the perfect fit.
  • Along with core features like matching and chatting, Wyzr Friends has introduced proprietary Friend Blast and Carpool functions.
  • Unlike other singularly focused friendship apps, Wyzr Friends is for Singles and Couples.

Good Feet Holdings, LLC Appoints Doug Zarkin as Its First Chief Brand Officer

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023

CARLSBAD, Calif., Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Good Feet Holdings, LLC, a global holdings group of premium wellness brands, including The Good Feet Store and ING Source, is pleased to announce the appointment of Doug Zarkin as its incoming Chief Brand Officer. Doug is set to begin his new role on October 15th, marking a significant milestone for the company.

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  • 2023 Entrepreneur Franchise Game Changer CMO Award Winner and Former Chief Marketing Officer For EssilorLuxottica's Pearle Vision Brand To Join Good Feet Holdings, LLC
    CARLSBAD, Calif., Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Good Feet Holdings, LLC, a global holdings group of premium wellness brands, including The Good Feet Store and ING Source , is pleased to announce the appointment of Doug Zarkin as its incoming Chief Brand Officer.
  • As Chief Brand Officer, Doug will oversee the portfolio of companies within Good Feet Holdings, which encompasses The Good Feet Store and ING Source compression socks, among others.
  • "As our first Chief Brand Officer, Doug will undoubtedly leverage his experience and innovative thinking to enhance our vision further across our portfolio of brands.
  • For additional information about The Good Feet Store and the diverse range of Good Feet Arch Supports, please visit www.goodfeet.com .

U.S. News and EARTHDAY.ORG Partner for the Great Global Cleanup

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Friday, September 15, 2023

WASHINGTON, Sept. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- U.S. News & World Report, the global authority in rankings and consumer advice, today announced a partnership with EARTHDAY.ORG to host a cleanup day in Washington, D.C. and around the country in locations where its remote employees reside as part of The Great Global Cleanup, a worldwide campaign to rid the environment of waste and plastic pollution.

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  • Media company's employees to participate in a cleanup day in honor of its 90th anniversary.
  • In addition to EARTHDAY.ORG, those organizations include D.C. Central Kitchen, Little Lights and the Friendship Academies at D.C. Public Schools.
  • As a key moment in the Great Global Cleanup's annual effort, World Cleanup Day 2023 will be celebrated on September 16.
  • Individuals wishing to participate in a local cleanup in their area can find one on this interactive map .

Friends Pay Tribute to Automotive Legend Don Williams by Underwriting Program for Underserved Youth

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Tuesday, August 15, 2023

PEBBLE BEACH, Calif., Aug. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Auto impresario Don Williams often said he wanted to "touch every great car in the world," and in the process of doing that—buying and selling, collecting, and sharing great cars—Don touched a multitude of car people too.

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  • "Friendship is the glue that connects the car world globally," said Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance Chairman Sandra Button.
  • "The word 'friend' doesn't seem like a big enough word to describe Don and his influence on the whole of the collector car world.
  • Now Don's friends want to pay tribute to him by funding a program that trains underserved youth to be mechanics and restorers.
  • "Don was a beloved member of our Barrett-Jackson family and the collector car community as a whole," said Craig Jackson.