Poetry

Seven Decades of Life Compiled in Poetry Collection My Little Black Book

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Thursday, November 30, 2023

Now, bound together as her debut compilation, My Little Black Book is a powerful look at the world across seven decades.

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  • Now, bound together as her debut compilation, My Little Black Book is a powerful look at the world across seven decades.
  • The book begins with a poetic voyage through Diane’s life.
  • Indeed, Diane hopes that My Little Black Book will be a transformative read for her audience—especially young adults who are beginning their own lives.
  • My Little Black Book: Poetry and Short Stories from My Youth is available for purchase online at Amazon.com and Barnes and Noble.com .

Poetry festival in mountains reveals local children's sparkling talents

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Wednesday, December 27, 2023

On Dec. 23, China UnionPay, the world's top bank card organization, joined hands with the China Soong Ching Ling Foundation and a rural poetry education public welfare organization to put on a poetry festival in the mountains in Mangshui Town, Changning County, southwest China's Yunnan Province.

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  • On Dec. 23, China UnionPay, the world's top bank card organization, joined hands with the China Soong Ching Ling Foundation and a rural poetry education public welfare organization to put on a poetry festival in the mountains in Mangshui Town, Changning County, southwest China's Yunnan Province.
  • The event was livestreamed online to showcase local children' talents, as well as the charm of Chinese poetry and the goodwill of the Chinese people.
  • More than 100 poetry classes (cross-school combined classes) have been organized, helping more than 7,000 local children receive artistic literacy education.
  • Caption: On Dec. 23, China UnionPay, joined hands with the China Soong Ching Ling Foundation and a rural poetry education public welfare organization to put on a poetry festival in the mountains in Mangshui Town, Yunnan Province.

Recovery Is Not A Goal To Achieve, But A Lifestyle To Live

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Thursday, December 21, 2023

KAILUA KONA, Hawaii, Dec. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Author Debby Dernberger has made her recovery from various forms of addiction part of her thriving lifestyle, which she talks about in Addicts, Fools and Survivors ($16.99, paperback, 9781662891007; $7.99, e-book, 9781662891014).

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  • Dernberger is an alcoholic, addict, compulsive over eater, and codependent sex and love addict who has been in recovery for 25 years.
  • She is also an abuse survivor, who learned to stay under the radar and avoid asking for help, which only compounded her problems.
  • "Recovery is my life and I feel compelled to be of service and share my story to help other struggling addicts," said Dernberger.
  • She is a poet and artist, who has had her poetry published in magazines and her art displayed in local galleries.

Art Basel Miami Beach 2023: UBS Announces Newly Commissioned Artwork by Jeffrey Gibson and Large-Scale Outdoor Video by Julianknxx

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Monday, December 4, 2023

UBS , the Global Lead Partner of Art Basel, returns to Art Basel Miami Beach in 2023 with a range of dynamic presentations, including recent acquisitions from the UBS Art Collection, and a newly commissioned triptych painting by Jeffrey Gibson in the UBS Lounge.

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  • UBS , the Global Lead Partner of Art Basel, returns to Art Basel Miami Beach in 2023 with a range of dynamic presentations, including recent acquisitions from the UBS Art Collection, and a newly commissioned triptych painting by Jeffrey Gibson in the UBS Lounge.
  • Art Basel Miami Beach 2023 will take place from December 8 to 10 at the Miami Beach Convention Center (MBCC).
  • “2023 marks another year of UBS collaborating with forward-thinking artists and partners at Art Basel Miami Beach, underscoring our commitment to enriching the art experience for all,” said Mary Rozell, Global Head of the UBS Art Collection.
  • Expanding on its 2022 pilot program, UBS will once again partner with Art Basel to offer complimentary tickets for Art Basel Miami Beach to registered schools in Miami.

GRAMMY Museum® Grant Program Awards $200,000 for Music Research and Sound Preservation

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023

"This year marks the 36th year that the GRAMMY Museum and Recording Academy® have partnered to provide much deserved funding for music research and preservation projects across the United States and Canada.

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  • "This year marks the 36th year that the GRAMMY Museum and Recording Academy® have partnered to provide much deserved funding for music research and preservation projects across the United States and Canada.
  • During that time, we have awarded more than $8.3 million to 479 grantees," said Michael Sticka, President/CEO of the GRAMMY Museum.
  • "It is our vision to lead in creating a world in which shared love of music sparks curiosity, creativity, and community.
  • Generously funded by the Recording Academy, the GRAMMY Museum Grant Program provides funding annually to organizations and individuals to support efforts that advance the archiving and preservation of the recorded sound heritage of the Americas for future generations, in addition to research projects related to the impact of music on the human condition.

Civil Rights Department, Local Government and Community Partners Join Together for Launch of Sixth Annual United Against Hate Week

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023

The California Civil Rights Department (CRD) — in partnership with the City of Berkeley, Not In Our Town, and LA vs Hate — today joined government and community leaders for the launch of the sixth annual United Against Hate Week (UAHW).

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  • The California Civil Rights Department (CRD) — in partnership with the City of Berkeley, Not In Our Town, and LA vs Hate — today joined government and community leaders for the launch of the sixth annual United Against Hate Week (UAHW).
  • Throughout UAHW, local government and community partners will host dozens of anti-hate events across California — from poetry slams to rallies and more.
  • During United Against Hate Week, we encourage all Californians to take advantage of existing resources — like California vs Hate — to push for change from the ground up for all our communities.
  • In the first six months since its official launch, CA vs Hate has been contacted by hundreds of individuals.

Three of Author John Crawley's Novels Named to Shelf Unbound 2023 Notable 100 List

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Monday, December 11, 2023

DALLAS, Dec. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Shelf Unbound book review magazine has named three of John Crawley's books to their 2023 Notable 100 list. Those books are: The Ripple Effect, One Elephant Too Many, and Of Poets and Old Men.

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Words of Wisdom Shared by the Senior Residents of Watercrest Macon Assisted Living and Memory Care

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Thursday, December 7, 2023

"Get your education," is the message spread by 94-year-old Helen Epps, one of the beloved residents of Watercrest Macon.

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  • "Get your education," is the message spread by 94-year-old Helen Epps, one of the beloved residents of Watercrest Macon.
  • The Senior Wisdom project is capturing attention and gaining popularity throughout Watercrest Senior Living Communities as residents' images and 'pearls of wisdom' are shared amongst their community social media networks.
  • Watercrest Macon was recently named a 3-time Gold Medalist in the Best of Middle Georgia Awards being selected Best Senior Living Community, Best Assisted Living Community, and Best Retirement Community .
  • The community offers 76 assisted living and 22 memory care residences with resort-style amenities and exceptional care.

'Dylan and the Wolf - A true story of a boy, The World and bioaccumulation' is set for a new marketing push this 2023

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Wednesday, December 6, 2023

PICCANINNY POINT, Australia, Dec. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Kalubriah Sage launches a new press campaign for "Dylan and the Wolf – A true story of a boy, The World and bioaccumulation" (published by Balboa Press AU).

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  • He subsequently endured six years of medical treatment that was designed to fail, following legal protocol but not offering a cure.
  • This book is not a piece of entertainment to keep people distracted from the actual.
  • It is an informative piece that promotes free will in health management and bodily autonomy being essential to the human experience.
  • "Dylan and the Wolf – A true story of a boy, The World and bioaccumulation"

Asset Living Shares Academic Year-End Results for Student Housing Portfolio

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

HOUSTON, Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Asset Living, the nation's top student housing operator, celebrates high occupancy averages and competitive rent growth that can be attributed to an effective property management strategy throughout 2023. The company's academic year-end statistics indicate that Asset Living's student housing portfolio, ranked No. 1 by Student Housing Business for third-party management twelve years in a row, will continue to see exceptional results heading into 2024.

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  • The company's academic year-end statistics indicate that Asset Living's student housing portfolio, ranked No.
  • 1 by Student Housing Business for third-party management twelve years in a row, will continue to see exceptional results heading into 2024.
  • Rent growth is another indicator of a thriving student housing market, and Asset Living's student housing team achieved a 7% rent growth rate for the academic year because of the company's ability to provide value to both property owners and residents.
  • Promotions from within Asset Living's student housing portfolio have also been a hallmark of the company's commitment to career development and growth.