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Rivers Casino Portsmouth Celebrates One-Year Anniversary as Virginia’s First Permanent Casino

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Saturday, January 20, 2024
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Rivers Casino Portsmouth today marked its first year on Victory Boulevard as Virginia’s first permanent casino with a historic Time Capsule Ceremony.

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  • Rivers Casino Portsmouth today marked its first year on Victory Boulevard as Virginia’s first permanent casino with a historic Time Capsule Ceremony.
  • “Virginia boasts a rich history of pioneering achievements, and Rivers Casino Portsmouth is proud to join such a prestigious roster as the first-ever permanent casino in Virginia,” said Roy Corby, general manager, Rivers Casino Portsmouth.
  • “Each Rivers Casino has made history in its own way, but only Rivers Casino Portsmouth has laid claim to ‘the first of its kind’ in the entire gaming jurisdiction,” said Tim Drehkoff.
  • With 1,300 permanent new jobs and already scores of internal promotions, Rivers Casino Portsmouth is always hiring.

2024 CCA Retail Group conneXtion™ Conference Launches with Shark Tank's Barbara Corcoran and Unveils New Marketing Initiatives to Catapult Rollout of Retail 2.0

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Wednesday, December 6, 2023
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MANCHESTER, N.H., Dec. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- CCA Global Partners Retail Group's conneXtion™ conference is set for January 14-17 at the Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center in Dallas, TX. Carpet One Floor & Home, Flooring America, Flooring Canada, The Floor Trader, and International Design Guild members will take part in an exciting lineup of events, including a keynote from real estate magnate and ABC's Shark Tank Barbara Corcoran. Plus, members will have a chance to explore new ways to help drive more retail traffic to their showrooms, a full day of education sessions, and a lively closing night event with R&B/funk band Kool & The Gang.

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  • CCA Global Partners Retail Group's conneXtion™ conference is set for January 14-17 at the Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center in Dallas, TX.
  • MANCHESTER, N.H., Dec. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- CCA Global Partners Retail Group's conneXtion™ conference is set for January 14-17 at the Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center in Dallas, TX.
  • Women of CCA Event: The conference opens on Sunday, January 14, with an exclusive Women of CCA special event.
  • Networking With NEX40: The NEX40 group comes together for a night of music, drinks, and networking with fellow young professionals across CCA Retail Groups.

TIME TO CELEBRATE! CARNIVAL CRUISE LINE CHRISTENS NEW FLAGSHIP CARNIVAL CELEBRATION IN MIAMI, CULMINATING YEAR-LONG 50TH BIRTHDAY FESTIVITIES

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Monday, November 21, 2022
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MIAMI, Nov. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Carnival Cruise Line's new flagship Carnival Celebration arrived at its PortMiami homeport and was christened by actress Cassidy Gifford Sunday evening. The festivities were befitting of the ship's name and underscored Carnival's year-long celebration of 50 years of fun.

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  • MIAMI, Nov. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Carnival Cruise Line's new flagship Carnival Celebration arrived at its PortMiami homeport and was christened by actress Cassidy Gifford Sunday evening.
  • An innovative Excel-class sister to the groundbreaking Mardi Gras, Carnival Celebration is launching year-round service from its hometown of Miami.
  • "This naming ceremony of our new flagship Carnival Celebration is the perfect culmination of our 50th birthday as this spectacular ship honors our past and signifies the fun and growth ahead," said Christine Duffy, president of Carnival Cruise Line.
  • Carnival Celebration Godmother Cassidy Gifford christened the ship, with a traditional breaking of a champagne bottle, alongside Capt.

Insurtech Platform Asteya Joins as Founding Partner with AURORA Institute

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Thursday, September 1, 2022
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MIAMI , Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Insurtech platform Asteya recently supported the launch event of the newly founded AURORA Institute in St. Tropez on Saturday, July 23. The crucial event saw over 500 international attendees including several well-known celebrities, entrepreneurs, and investors. People of note included Robbie Williams, Kevin Love, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Rob Raco, Cameron Winklevoss, Lola Tash & Nicole Argiris (@mytherapistsays), Peter Berg, Philippe Parenno, Kate Bock, and Queen Latifah. Live performances, presentations, and art installations included Kool & The Gang, Tinie Tempah, BLOND:ISH, master mentalist Lior Suchard, Tino Sehgal, Jeppe Hein, Refik Anadol, and the "first cyborg" Nathan Copeland.

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  • MIAMI, Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Insurtech platform Asteya recently supported the launch event of the newly founded AURORA Institute in St. Tropez on Saturday, July 23.
  • The AURORA Institute was founded by Louise Tabbiner, Christian Angermayer, and Henry Chalhoub.
  • "At Asteya, our vision is to protect people's income and help them live a healthier and better life both physically and mentally," said Asteya Co-Founder Hadi Radwan.
  • The inaugural event honored the first four AURORA Institute prize winners, who were recognized for their significant contributions to ending the mental health crisis.

AURORA Institute launch raises over $8m at star-studded inaugural 'Evening of Discovery'

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Monday, July 25, 2022
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Each recipient receives a grant and strategic consulting services for the mental health charitable organization that they represent.

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  • Each recipient receives a grant and strategic consulting services for the mental health charitable organization that they represent.
  • Dr. Gazzaley said: "It is an honor to receive this recognition from the Aurora Institute and I am energized by the potential I saw it convene.
  • Leveraging the collective power of the organization and my fellow Aurora Institute Prize winners will drive real progress and better mental health for all.
  • The AURORA Institute believes that by exploring and opening our minds, we can build a healthier, happier, and more inclusive future for all.

AURORA Institute launch raises over $8m at star-studded inaugural 'Evening of Discovery'

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Monday, July 25, 2022
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Each recipient receives a grant and strategic consulting services for the mental health charitable organization that they represent.

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  • Each recipient receives a grant and strategic consulting services for the mental health charitable organization that they represent.
  • Dr. Gazzaley said: "It is an honor to receive this recognition from the Aurora Institute and I am energized by the potential I saw it convene.
  • Leveraging the collective power of the organization and my fellow Aurora Institute Prize winners will drive real progress and better mental health for all.
  • The AURORA Institute believes that by exploring and opening our minds, we can build a healthier, happier, and more inclusive future for all.

Houston's Oldest Park Celebrates 150th Anniversary and Commemorates Juneteenth

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Tuesday, June 14, 2022
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HOUSTON, June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Houston's Emancipation Park Conservancy is hosting a summer celebration to commemorate its sesquicentennial anniversary and honor Juneteenth, the nation's newest federal holiday. The holiday recognizes June 19, 1865, the date that enslaved people across Texas learned that they were free, two years after the signing of the Emancipation Proclamation.  

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  • Additionally, the event will culminate with a spectacular two-day festival on June 18 and 19 at Emancipation Park.
  • "The Emancipation Park 150th Juneteenth celebration will be a grand event to honor the past, embrace the present and look to the future."
  • "We look forward to celebrating the 150th birthday of the park during this Juneteenth event."
  • Emancipation Park Conservancy is a non-profit 501c3 charitable corporation established in 2014 to restore, manage and enhance Houston's Emancipation Park.

29 Major Recording Artists Come Together to Raise Money for the Children of St. Jude Impacted by Covid

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Friday, October 8, 2021
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This song has previously been covered by Bob Marley, Aretha Franklin and Bob Dylan. In the spirit of collaboration, like "We Are The World", Skip asked 28 of his musician friends to be a part of this timeless project -- friends like Stevie Wonder, Taylor Dayne, Neal McCoy, Ray Parker Jr., John Elefante, Kevin Chalfant, Doug E Fresh, Robert Kool Bell, Pastor John P Kee and more. Martin states that "This is the most profound project of my life, because it's not about me, it's about us!" Thus, he chose to direct a portion of all proceeds to St. Jude to aid the children. Artists were on board during quarantine to make this song a light at the end of the tunnel during a dark time for so many. This single can be downloaded on Spotify, Pandora, Amazon Music (People Get Ready/Skip Martin) Apple Music and other music outlets. 

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  • Skip Martin (from Kool & the Gang and the Dazz Band) has broughtsome of music's great icons to this project.
  • Combining the legends from R&B, country, rock and gospel, bringing an earth-moving sound, to this timely rendition of Curtis Mayfield's "People Get Ready".
  • Martin is hoping to show supportby releasing this song in order to raise money for St. Jude and to create change during civil unrest and COVID.
  • "Thus, he chose to direct a portion of all proceeds to St. Judeto aid the children.

Kool & The Gang Returns to Rivers Casino Pittsburgh’s Event Center

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Tuesday, June 29, 2021
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The band that christened The Event Center stage at Rivers Casino in March of 2019 is back for Labor Day Weekend 2021.

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  • The band that christened The Event Center stage at Rivers Casino in March of 2019 is back for Labor Day Weekend 2021.
  • Kool & The Gang, R&B icons of the 70s and 80s, return to The Event Center at Rivers Casino Pittsburgh on Saturday, Sept. 4, at 7 p.m. (Graphic: Business Wire)
    Kool & The Gang, R&B icons of the 70s and 80s, return to The Event Center on Saturday, Sept. 4, at 7 p.m. A previously announced 2020 performance at Rivers was postponed due to the pandemic.
  • "Kool & The Gang turns every performance into a celebration, said Shannon Redmond, vice president of marketing at Rivers Casino Pittsburgh.
  • ABOUT RIVERS CASINO PITTSBURGH: Rivers Casino Pittsburgh, located on the citys North Shore and open 24/7, is one of Western Pennsylvanias premier gaming and entertainment destinations.

UGM Dallas Celebrates 70th Anniversary with Sir Earl Toon of Kool & The Gang

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Monday, November 4, 2019
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The event brought together donors, volunteers, board of directors and staff dressed in their favorite music decade to recall the history of UGM Dallas.

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  • The event brought together donors, volunteers, board of directors and staff dressed in their favorite music decade to recall the history of UGM Dallas.
  • Everyone heard stories of those who had overcome extremely desperate situations and enjoyed a concert by Sir Earl Toon of Kool and the Gang.
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    "We want to thank the community, our donors, our business partners, our volunteers and our staff for all they do to assist UGM Dallas.
  • Then in 1962, UGM Dallas opened their first homeless shelter that would house up to 75 men and 30 women.