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Second Shift Doubles Barnie's Coffee Company Roast Production

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Wednesday, December 6, 2023

ORLANDO, Fla., Dec. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Barnie's Coffee & Tea Company announced today the addition of a second coffee roasting production shift at its 12,000-square-foot plant in Orlando.

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  • ORLANDO, Fla., Dec. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Barnie's Coffee & Tea Company announced today the addition of a second coffee roasting production shift at its 12,000-square-foot plant in Orlando.
  • Barnie's Coffee added the second shift to generate approximately 2,200 bags per day, which doubles the roasted coffee output significantly needed to meet the high demand for our coffees.
  • The total roasted coffee production in 2024 is projected to be more than 500,000 pounds.
  • Barnie's Coffee & Tea Company, founded in 1980, offers whole bean and ground coffee, plus flavored single serve cups.

Bing Crosby's Winter Wonderland Comes to Life in the Metaverse

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Friday, December 16, 2022

Bing Crosby's Winter Wonderland presents an amusement park within Decentraland that features a love letter to the aesthetic of a classic Bing Crosby Christmas.

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  • Bing Crosby's Winter Wonderland presents an amusement park within Decentraland that features a love letter to the aesthetic of a classic Bing Crosby Christmas.
  • Decentraland citizens will be able to buy Bing Crosby virtual Christmas Sweatshirts for their avatars to wear.
  • The Winter Wonderland experience brings to life Bing Crosby's iconic aesthetic that millions of folks think of when they think of the Christmas season.
  • Gather with digital community this December in Decentraland to experience Bing Crosby's Winter Wonderland.

TurnKey Beauty's CEO Vincenzo Spinnato Crosses the Pond to Join Hollywood Entertainer Lorna Luft to Launch New Judy Garland Fragrance in United Kingdom and Greater Europe

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Monday, December 12, 2022

The fragrance, officially named 'JUDY-A Garland Fragrance by Vincenzo Spinnato' was launched in September of this year with a 'sneak reveal' held at a glamorous Hollywood Gala on June 10th, Ms. Garland's birth date.

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  • The fragrance, officially named 'JUDY-A Garland Fragrance by Vincenzo Spinnato' was launched in September of this year with a 'sneak reveal' held at a glamorous Hollywood Gala on June 10th, Ms. Garland's birth date.
  • The sophisticated, alluring and modernized unisex fine fragrance was inspired by the legendary entertainer Judy Garland and what she herself wore.
  • "Ialso look forward to introducing the fragrance 'JUDY' to UK citizens because Ms. Garland is so beloved in the United Kingdom as well as around the world."
  • "Vince and I created an all-inclusive fine fragrance that captures the essence of Judy Garland and evokes memories of our mother," says Lorna Luft, actress, author, entertainer and daughter of Judy Garland.

CHLOE FLOWER RELEASES NEW HOLIDAY EP - CHRISTMAS WITH CHLOE FLOWER - OUT NOW ON SONY MUSIC MASTERWORKS

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Friday, December 2, 2022

NEW YORK, Dec. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Following CHLOE FLOWER's performance on ABC's The Wonderful World of Disney: Magical Holiday Celebration, the acclaimed pianist, composer and producer releases her new holiday EP, Christmas With Chloe Flower available now from Sony Music Masterworks - listen here. Accompanying today's release is a new music video 'Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence' directed by Deb Tam, and inspired by the pioneering, influential, experimental, multi-award-winning, visionary composer Ryuichi Sakamoto – watch here.

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  • On her new EP, Christmas with Chloe Flower, fans can enjoy new arrangements of holiday favorites "The First Noel" and "Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas," as well as Chloe's recording of the 1983 film- and chart-topping hit "Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence" composed by Ryuichi Sakamoto.
  • Plus, "A Liberace Christmas" features melodies from beloved Christmas classics "Jingle Bells," "White Christmas," "O Come All Ye Faithful," and "Silent Night" seamlessly woven together to create a festive musical masterpiece.
  • Chloe Flower is an official Steinway Artist, composer, producer, activist, and fashion icon who began playing piano at the age of two.
  • Chloe Flower proudly celebrates her Asian heritage and culture and is a fierce advocate for women's representation particularly women of color in the music industry.

Global Superstar Meghan Trainor's All-New "Made You Look" Music Video Debuts Exclusively In Candy Crush Saga

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Friday, October 14, 2022

NEW YORK and LONDON, Oct. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Candy Crush Saga, one of the world's most popular mobile games, is celebrating its 10th anniversary by teaming up with GRAMMY™ award-winning musical artist, Meghan Trainor. For the first time in the game's 10-year history, the music video for Trainor's new single, "Made You Look," will debut exclusively in-game for 24 hours, beginning on Thursday, October 20 at 8 AM EST. The release of the music video will accompany her fourth full length album, "Takin' It Back," available on Friday, October 21 via Epic Records.

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  • Behind-the-scenes footage from the "Made You Look" music video will also be available exclusively within the app.
  • The Candy Crush Saga-inspired music video follows a day in the life of Meghan as she gives fans a look into her colorful, candified world.
  • Check out the "Made You Look" music video exclusively on Candy Crush Saga within the Content Hub.
  • 2022 King.com Ltd. King, the King crown logo, Candy Crush, Candy Crush Saga and related marks are trademarks of King.com Ltd and/or related entities.

SEND A SWEET BIRTHDAY WISH WITH MEGHAN TRAINOR'S PERSONALIZED VERSION OF HER HIT SONG "ALL ABOUT THAT BASS" IN NEW SMASHUP® VIDEO ECARD FROM AMERICAN GREETINGS

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Tuesday, May 17, 2022

CLEVELAND, May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- What's the best part of a birthday celebration? Well, the cake of course. And in American Greetings latest SmashUp® video ecard, that sentiment is heard far and wide by none other than GRAMMY® Award-winning singer-songwriter, Meghan Trainor. Trainor's award-winning song "All About That Bass" lyrics were updated to "All About That Cake" in this new SmashUp, making it a treat for all who receive it.

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  • And in American Greetings latest SmashUp video ecard, that sentiment is heard far and wide by none other than GRAMMY Award-winning singer-songwriter, Meghan Trainor.
  • In the video, Trainor comes ready to party in a pink outfit decked out in bows, candy and a cupcake headband.
  • The video feels like a true celebration, with a bright background, colorful balloons, a 12 ft. stand mixer and of course, plenty of personalized cakes.
  • "It was an absolute joy working with Meghan on her SmashUp," said Rob Matousek, Executive Director-Direct to Consumer Business at American Greetings.

Move over Rockefeller Christmas Tree. A 52' Menorah is Planned for Times Square in 2022

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Tuesday, December 28, 2021

Celebratingthe JewishFestival of Lights with the same prominent level of media support and enthusiasm as Christmas tree lighting ceremonies is long overdue.

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  • Celebratingthe JewishFestival of Lights with the same prominent level of media support and enthusiasm as Christmas tree lighting ceremonies is long overdue.
  • Many of the most loved Christmas songs were written by Jewish composers including "White Christmas", "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer", and "Let it Snow".
  • The proposed Times Square Menorah is a good way to accomplish that goal.
  • One proposal for the Times Square Menorah will be designed at 32' tall and stand on a 20' pedestal topped with ground soil from Israel.

YouCam Makeup Teams Up With RuPaul’s Drag Race Star Ginger Minj for an Exclusive Holiday Virtual Try-On Experience

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Friday, December 17, 2021
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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20211217005043/en/
    YouCam Makeup launches exclusive AR virtual try-on effects featuring star of RuPauls Drag Race & RuPauls Drag Race All-Stars, Ginger Minj.
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    The YouCam exclusive Ginger Minj virtual look showcases a dramatic and festive style that highlights the glitz and glamour of the holiday season.
  • To experience the exclusive Ginger Minj holiday look and animated sticker, download the FREE YouCam Makeup and YouCam Perfect Apps:
    It is a dream come true to see some of my favorite shades and styles available for virtual try-on worldwide during the holiday season, says Ginger Minj.
  • Before starring on RuPauls Drag Race and RuPauls Drag Race All Stars, Ginger Minj reigned as The Comedy Queen of The South from her homebase in Orlando, Florida.

Crackle Announces New Exclusives, Movies, and Series for December

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Monday, November 29, 2021

COS COB, Conn., Nov. 29, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment Inc. (Nasdaq: CSSE), one of the largest operators of streaming advertising-supported video-on-demand (AVOD) networks, today announced the upcoming content releases for Crackle for December.

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  • Outbreak (December 15th), In this Crackle Original series, the clock starts ticking in Montreal after a deadly virus infects the city's homeless population.
  • In 1935, Tolson inspired students to form the college's first debating team and led it to defeat Harvard in national championships.
  • Lion (December 1st), A five-year-old Indian boy is adopted by an Australian couple after getting lost hundreds of kilometers from home.
  • The company owns Crackle Plus, which owns and operates a variety of ad-supported and subscription-based VOD networks including Crackle, Popcornflix, Popcornflix Kids, Truli, Pivotshare, Espaolflix and FrightPix.

Blue for Christmas! Ballard Designs Opens a Brand-New Box of Color for Holiday Décor & Style

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Thursday, October 28, 2021

With so much at stake, it's not surprising that home fashion retailer Ballard Designs is releasing new Christmas decorations this year that step outside the traditional red and green box.

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  • With so much at stake, it's not surprising that home fashion retailer Ballard Designs is releasing new Christmas decorations this year that step outside the traditional red and green box.
  • "Red and green are classic for the Christmas season, but at Ballard, we're reaching beyond that," says Dominic Milanese, Senior Director of Retail for Ballard Designs .
  • In addition to blue, Ballard is adding rich jewel tones, metallics, and natural textures to this year's holiday dcor.
  • Ballard Designs is one of the Qurate Retail Group portfolio brands, including QVC, HSN, Zulily, Frontgate, Garnett Hill and Grandin Road.