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Combating Violence Against Women Through World-Class Karate Self Defense and Mental Health Seminar in Los Angeles

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Tuesday, September 13, 2022
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This inaugural event begins with a "Guardian Girls Karate Women's Self-Defense Seminar," followed by an evening devoted to "Women's Mental Resilience" with a special screening of the award-winning short film "Shadow Glass" and panel discussion on mental health and resilience.

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  • This inaugural event begins with a "Guardian Girls Karate Women's Self-Defense Seminar," followed by an evening devoted to "Women's Mental Resilience" with a special screening of the award-winning short film "Shadow Glass" and panel discussion on mental health and resilience.
  • The VIP Reception Dinner "Karate Night" will kickstart the weekend's events at the Official Residence of the Consul General of Japan in Los Angeles on Oct. 7.
  • With headquarters in Los Angeles and national chapters around the world, KIF manages global initiatives and operations in strategic partnerships with the United Nations and other international organizations.
  • With 200 National Federations and headquarters in Madrid (Spain), the WKF manages the sport of Karate for its over 100 million fans around the world, and it organizes Karate events worldwide.

Wines of Germany Announces Two New 'Riesling Fellows'

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Saturday, September 11, 2021

The evening saw the announcement of two new members to the Riesling Fellowship recognised for their dedication and passion of German Riesling.

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  • The evening saw the announcement of two new members to the Riesling Fellowship recognised for their dedication and passion of German Riesling.
  • This year Mr. Al Drinkle, Partner & General Manager of Metrovino in Calgary, Alberta, and Mr. Harry Drung, President of HHD Imports in Waterloo, Ontario were honoured as Riesling Fellows.
  • A special selection of old vintage Riesling was also tasted, demonstrating the age ability of Riesling from well-established and iconic producers.
  • After the delay caused by the pandemic, we are delighted to add a further two members to the fold this year, the first from Canada, with a huge congratulations to the Fellows of 2021."

Colonel Jennifer N. Pritzker to be Recognized on Illinois Governor's Mansion Donor Board

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Wednesday, July 11, 2018
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CHICAGO, July 11, 2018 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Colonel (IL) Jennifer N. Pritzker, IL ARNG (Retired) and other generous donors will be recognized at the grand opening of the renovated Illinois Governor's Mansion on July 14, 2018.

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  • CHICAGO, July 11, 2018 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Colonel (IL) Jennifer N. Pritzker, IL ARNG (Retired) and other generous donors will be recognized at the grand opening of the renovated Illinois Governor's Mansion on July 14, 2018.
  • Through the TAWANI Foundation, Pritzker committed $250,000 to the Illinois Governor's Mansion Association, a nonprofit board created to preserve and oversee the public asset's renovation with private funds.
  • The Illinois mansion is the official residence of the state's governor and was considered one of the grand mansions of Illinois.
  • The donor board will be unveiled at the grand opening of the renovated Illinois Governor's Mansion, the same day the newly-renovated Mansion is slated to open to the public for tours.