Posts made in July 2018

6LACK x Switch

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Grammy Award-nominated singer/songwriter/rapper 6LACK, releases the video for his new single, “Switch.” In the Rohan Blair-Mangat-directed video, 6LACK offers a symbolic glimpse into the life of fame in all its layers. Cutting back-and-forth between intimate personal video footage and live performances, the video displays a unique look into 6LACK’s life beyond the spotlight. On “Switch,” 6LACK expands on the moody R&B/hip-hop hybrid previously heard on “Prblms”—a 2016 release that earned a Grammy Award nomination for Best Rap/Sung Performance. With its hypnotic melody and smooth beats, “Switch” also shows the subtle power of 6LACK’s vocals. “Switch” is the second single from 6LACK’s forthcoming project.Watch the video here.

BMI Stage at Lollapalooza

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Thursday, August 2nd the BMI Stage at Lollapalooza kicks off with six incredible performances. For the thirteenth year in a row the stage continues to showcase the industry’s biggest and brightest. Day one kicks off with sister rock duo Larkin Poe, eccentric West Coast rapper, Wes Period, and boundary pushing pop upstart Fletcher. Roc Nation backed lyricist GASHI ushers in the second half of the day’s performances with a set by rapper/producer Supa Bwe to follow. Chart fixture Madison Beer will entertain the crowd with her signature sultry R&B vocals, closing out the first day of the festival. To schedule an interview or request hi-res photos for any of the performers on the BMI Stage, please contact Brittnee Walker, bbwalker@bmi.com. For more information on the BMI Stage, please visit, www.bmi.com/lollapalooza and follow @BMI on Twitter for updates on your favorite acts. To join the conversation, use #BMILolla.BMI STAGE SCHEDULE – THURSDAY, AUGUST 2nd LARKIN POE | 1:00-1:40pm“These women are seriously badass. Don’t mess with them.” – Paste MagazineRebecca & Megan Lovell of Larkin Poe are singer/songwriter, multi-instrumentalist sisters creating their own brand of Roots Rock ‘n’ Roll: gritty, soulful, and flavored by their southern heritage. Named for one of their familial ancestors who was also a distant cousin of Edgar Allan Poe, Larkin Poe’s music mines a reverent blend of blues and Americana with the patina of a Southern Gothic sensibility, punctuated by the sisters’ seamless harmonies and gritty interplay between electric and slide guitars.WES PERIOD | 2:10 – 2:50pm“West Coast rap exists in Kendrick Lamar‘s celestial shadow, but that doesn’t mean Los Angeles isn’t speckled with intriguing young voices putting their own twists on the genre. One of those voices is Wes Period.” – NYLONThis native Californian rapper/songwriter/producer began making music in 2010. Flecked with a bright, celebratory and hazy lyrical flow, Wes’ music is upbeat, sunny and singularly Californian. His music fell into the hands of hit songwriter, Justin Tranter (Justin Bieber, Selena Gomez, DNCE), who quickly signed Wes to his label, Facet Records, where he released the track “Trap Star,” and the mixtape Pretty Words.FLETCHER | 3:20 – 4:00pm“One of the most exciting female artists to emerge in the pop…Even in the face of growing fame FLETCHER has remained unquestionably authentic – and she’s only just getting started.” – Paper MagazineOriginally hailing from Asbury Park, the rock capital of New Jersey, striking singer-songwriter Fletcher made a tremendous splash when her rousing pop track “War Paint” was essentially declared the anthem of the summer 2015 via the Spotify Viral 50 Chart. The single became the #1 most socially shared track on Spotify in the U.S. for two consecutive weeks, and #3 across the world, earning nearly 5 million streams. After that auspicious opening statement, Fletcher unleashed the Finding Fletcher EP, which added “Wasted Youth” to her arsenal of provocative pop, racking up 2.9 million views on YouTube.
GASHI | 4:30 – 5:10pm“It’s difficult to not to be captivated by his songwriting and his distinctively strong personality as it’s carefully woven into his music.” – The SourceBorn in Africa, bred in Brooklyn by parents of Albanian descent, Gashi seamlessly sings, raps, blends and melds musical elements into a singular style that has made him an artist to watch. His single “Disrespectful” has accrued 4.6M views on YouTube, and his single “No No No” has been streamed over 6 million times, landing on Spotify’s New Music Friday billboard in the middle of Times Square. SUPA BWE | 5:40 – 6:20pm“Supa Bwe has already challenged the current state of rap as he transcends genres with his eclectic production and blend of melodies and rhymes.” – HipHopDXChicago rapper/producer Supa Bwe (real name Frederick S. Burton) dropped his full-length solo debut, Finally Dead, last December, and the bold release proved to be an audacious opening statement, premiering at number 3 on iTunes and earning critical shout-outs from XXL, Hype Beast and others. As equally influenced by classic hip-hop from his father and the punk, metal and alternative rock championed by his British mother, Supa Bwe’s music is an assertive blend of inventive rhymes, in-your-face attitude and striking vocal melodies that meld his influences into a single, distinctive style that sets him well apart from his contemporaries.MADISON BEER | 6:50 – 7:30pm“Don’t be fooled by her age: 19-year-old Madison Beer is a force to be reckoned with and an old soul.” – BillboardMadison Beer is a Long Island native who started posting her covers of pop and R&B songs online at the age of 12. Since then, Beer has racked up YouTube views past 83 million, she’s amassed 10.7 million Instagram subscribers and 2.6 million Twitter followers. She signed with Island Records after Justin Bieber shared one of her covers. Her recent EP, As She Pleases, featured the hits “Dead” and “Say it To My Face” and racked up streams in the millions.

Soneva Kiri Launches Yoga Retreats On Remote Thai Island

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Soneva, the world-leading luxury resort operator, has announced that it will bring two immersive Yoga Retreats to its remote jungle resort, Soneva Kiri, on the unspoilt Thai island of Koh Kood, in November 2018. These exclusive Hatha yoga experiences at the resort’s Six Senses Spa will be available as both a seven-night retreat (for yoga enthusiasts and practitioners) and a 28-night intensive yoga teacher training.

The seven-night retreat at Soneva Kiri includes two hours of yoga and 40 minutes of meditation per day, two hours of spa treatments and pre and post wellness screenings. The 28-night package is comprised of 200 hours of certified yoga teacher training, including: practice (asanas, pranayama, meditation and cleanses); 50 hours of theory; 25 hours of assignments; and 25 hours of self study. A Yoga Alliance Certification can be earned with an extra charge of US$100. Meditation will include a mix of yoga nidra, trataka, and a chakra meditation. Both the retreat and the yoga teacher training will be led by Dorelal, a yoga expert with a Master in Applied Yoga Science from the Bihar School of Yoga, the first yoga university in the world. Dorelal has spent many years working at Ananda in the Himalayas, a luxury ayurvedic retreat in India that integrates traditional Ayurveda, yoga and Vedanta with international wellness. He has also traveled to Russia, Korea and other parts of Asia teaching yoga.

Both packages include shared return flight transfers between Bangkok and Soneva Kiri on a fixed schedule on Soneva’s private Cessna aircraft. Guests will be sharing accommodation in the resort’s larger villas, with each guest getting a private room with an en-suite bathroom. Daily half board (breakfast and dinner), comprised of health-conscious and nutritious cuisine and non-alcoholic beverages at the resort restaurants, is also included. All guests will have a Mr./Ms. Friday butler to see to their needs during their stay, full access to the resort’s gym and tennis court, as well as complimentary use of WiFi.

The seven-night retreat is valid from November 15-22, 2018 and is priced at US$5,670 per person for single occupancy and US$8,670 per person for double occupancy. The 28-night yoga teacher training package is valid for stays in November 2018 and is priced at US$15,100 per person for single occupancy and US$21,520 per person for double occupancy.

Craftsy Unlimited Rebrands As BluPrint

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Craftsy, a service of NBCUniversal Cable Entertainment, today announced that it is rebranding as Bluprint, a new, expanded subscription service and premier digital destination for lifestyle learning. Bluprint will offer online classes focusing on legacy crafts as well as new complementary and adjacent categories that promote and facilitate self-expression in areas including music, writing, dance, yoga, fitness, home décor, entertaining, and kids and family. Bluprint will also produce original entertainment series featuring creative experts who will help inspire, empower and entertain both the experienced creator and everyday doer. Bluprint’s deep content library with more than 3,000 hours of original classes will be available on-demand via its Bluprint subscription, accessible on desktop and mobile at http://www.mybluprint.com/, via the Bluprint app and on Roku.

Bluprint will continue to serve Craftsy’s passionate and engaged community of more than 13 million and growing, keeping them informed and one step ahead of trends. It will connect members with similar interests through premium and enhanced original editorial content, social media engagement and live, one of a kind events. Bluprint will introduce unique, robust programming and classes geared towards the entire family, so makers as young as six can find new ways to explore and nurture their creativity.

“Bluprint is a natural evolution of our subscription model, with our mission to revolutionize the way people engage with lifestyle passions and pursuits,” said John Levisay, Bluprint CEO. “Bluprint is uniquely positioned as the only destination combining premium content, world class talent, a robust community and access to all the tools you need to help you achieve your personal goals.”

NBCUniversal Cable Entertainment acquired Craftsy in May 2017 and over the past year it has leveraged successful cross promotions and integrations across the NBCUniversal family of businesses including USA, SYFY, Bravo, E!, Oxygen and Universal Kids. These opportunities will continue for Bluprint, including an ongoing partnership with “The TODAY Show,” branded integrations within NBC’s upcoming new competition series “Making It,” hosted by Amy Poehler and Nick Offerman, and much more in the pipeline.

“The new Bluprint brand lays the foundation for us to dramatically expand and enhance its unique content and commerce capabilities and fully exploit the power of NBCUniversal to help accelerate its growth.” said Dave Howe, President, Strategy and Commercial Growth, NBCUniversal Cable Entertainment. “We see tremendous potential to build Bluprint into a must-have streaming service that offers something for everyone.”

eCommerce remains an essential part of Bluprint’s growth strategy, tapping into the estimated $30 – $40 billion crafts retail market. This fall, the new brand will expand its retail capabilities with a full suite of curated products and kits that provide customers at all experience levels the tools they need to begin their creative journey.

WHAT’S NEW:

EXPANDED LIFESTYLE LEARNING CATEGORIES

Bluprint will offer enthusiasts of all kinds a premium platform for self-expression, and serve as a one-stop shop to turn passions and creative interests into actions. New family-focused content will be integrated across all categories, inviting makers young and grown to find new ways to tap into their creativity.

New class categories include:

Expanded classes in drawing, painting, and photography with an emphasis on digital photography

· Fitness, dance and yoga

· Home decor and entertaining

· Family-focused projects and content in multiple categories

…and more to be announced in the coming months.

“We heard our members loud and clear – they have many creative passions. You may be a person who wants to improve your cooking skills, but also practice yoga; you might love to sing, and also be a budding writer,” said Catherine Balsam-Schwaber, Bluprint General Manager. “Bluprint allows you to explore all of these pursuits on a flexible platform that puts you in control, delivering the personalized experience you need, at the stage you are in, in that moment you need it. You join Bluprint for one interest, and stay for a diverse array of classes, episodes and other binge-worthy content.”

FRESH SLATE OF VIDEO CONTENT

Bluprint will feature thousands of hours of on-demand original classes and educational entertainment series featuring expert instructors, celebrities and personalities, across topics like dance, painting, yoga, woodworking, home decor, and much more.

New upcoming classes and series include:

“Ready. Set. Grill! with Al Roker and Matt Abdoo”

Join “TODAY’s” Al Roker and award-winning chef Matt Abdoo (Pig Beach NYC) for a one-of-a-kind cooking experience made in partnership with “TODAY.” In this class, Al and Matt bring you 10 of their favorite grilling and BBQ recipes that are perfect for busy weeknights or backyard entertaining. Along the way, get pro tips and tricks for standout steaks, seafood, and more.

Sneak Peak Premieres Tuesday, 7/17

“Spark” – Narrated by Padma Lakshmi (Bravo’s “Top Chef”)

Featuring dancer/choreographer Stephen “tWitch” Boss (“The Ellen DeGeneres Show”), Barney’s NY Creative Ambassador Simon Doonan, body positive yogi Jessamyn Stanley and more. The series profiles a diverse group of artists and innovators, boldly redefining the creative landscape. Each episode takes one provocative theme, two creatives from different disciplines, and highlights their inspiring approaches to pushing boundaries and challenging the status quo.

Premieres Tuesday, 7/17

“Blank Wall Overhaul” – Starring James Worsham (Designer/Sculptor/Installation Artist)

Artist and woodworker James Worsham takes on a blank wall in each episode, walking viewers through the tips and tricks behind the design, build and install.

Premieres Tuesday, 7/17

“Re-Fashion” – Starring Marcy Harriell

Marcy Harriell, sewist, Broadway actress and creator of fashion sewing blog Oonaballoona, shows viewers how to turn the ordinary into extraordinary, transforming thrift store finds into party-ready drab-to-fab outfits.

Premieres Tuesday, 7/17

“Five Course Photo” – Starring Brooke Lark

Professional food photographer and videographer Brooke Lark brings viewers behind-the-scenes to learn how beautiful food photos are produced, teaching techniques to capture the ultimate #foodporn.

Premieres Monday, 7/23

“Doodle Wars” – Starring host Paul Costabile (Entertainment Reporter and Host of Universal Kids’ “Beat the Clock”), judge Jon Chad (Cartoonist/Illustrator), and judge Zoe Hong (Illustrator/Fashion Designer)

“Doodle Wars” is an irreverent, rule-bending, family-friendly reality competition series unlike any other, pitting budding artists from diverse backgrounds again each other in mind-stretching and inspiring challenges, where the artwork literally comes to life on the screen.

Premieres Thursday, 8/16

BLUPRINT SUBSCRIPTION

Bluprint is available for a monthly plan at $14.99/month, or an annual plan at $120/year. For a limited time, Bluprint’s monthly plan will be available for the first three months at $9.99 or an annual plan for $100.

With thousands of hours of engaging classes and entertaining series, Bluprint’s content is portable and can be enjoyed anywhere. Existing Craftsy and Craftsy Unlimited members will still have access to any previously purchased classes within their library. A seven-day free trial is currently available. For more information, please visit http://www.mybluprint.com. Customers can continue to purchase individual classes and kits at Craftsy.com.

Does Smoking Marijuana Cause Lung Cancer?

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We all know we’re not supposed to smoke cigarettes – the correlation between smoking and lung cancer is clear. But we live in a society that perpetuates the idea that smoking weed is not as harmful, or not harmful at all.

Dr. Raja Flores, Chairman of the Department of Thoracic Surgery for the Mount Sinai Health System, has a drastically different view on the subject.

In an exclusive video recently published on SurvivorNet, the new definitive source for information about cancer from the world’s leading doctors and cancer centers, Dr. Flores weighs in on why he believes smoking marijuana has a direct correlation with lung cancer. **

He says:

“There is no real good population-based study that looks at marijuana smoking and that has had enough time elapsed to show its associated with lung cancer, [but] I’ve seen it. I’ve seen multiple, multiple cases of it. I see it every day,” Dr. Flores says.

Dr. Flores predicts that once marijuana becomes an accepted part of American culture, the risks associated with smoking will become more clear. “What you’re going to see going down the line is the reincarnation of the whole tobacco disaster,” he says. “I see it now already.”

Due to the excitement surrounding the legalization of both medical pot and recreational pot, the lack of studies on the issue makes sense. This is a multi-billion dollar industry, and a lot of people stand to make a lot of money off of marketing marijuana. “Big business and the money influence is taking precedence over the health issues,” Dr. Flores warns.

You can see the full interview and a transcript of the video here: http://www.survivornet.com/articles/smoking-marijuana-may-cause-lung-cancer/

** DISCLAIMER: THE LACK OF GOOD DATA ON THIS TOPIC MEANS FOR THE MOMENT, THIS IS JUST THE INFORMED OPINION OF DR. FLORES, WHICH CAN’T BE APPLIED ACROSS A WHOLE POPULATION OF POT-SMOKERS.

Story credit: http://www.survivornet.com/

Anuel AA to Release Album

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The rumors are true. Notorious Latin trap superstar Anuel AA, will be released from prison on July 17th, 2018 and although he is behind bars, that hasn’t stopped him from recording and coordinating a top-secret album launch for the day of his release: July 17th, 2018. If you are reading this, please re-read the previous sentence and emphasize on “top-secret”, as the element of surprise is crucial for this album’s strategy. With no pre-sale and no promotion building up to the momentum of the album’s release, Anuel is so confident of his new production that he decided to coordinate the premiere as a surprise to his loyal fans for supporting during these past two years. His first solo album, titled “Real Hasta La Muerte”, will be available worldwide across all digital platforms and with invited guest artists like Ozuna, Wisin, Zion and Ñengo Flow, Anuel is ready to prove he is the leading figure of this successful Latin trap movement.

Anuel initially caught the crowd’s attention for his violent and strong sexual lyrics. As his career started taking off with millions of views on YouTube for his appearance in songs such as “La Ocasion”, “Nunca Sapo” and “Tu Me Enamoraste”, Anuel was arrested in 2016 with a gun charge. With millions of followers across all social platforms, endorsing the controversial #FreeAnuel movement, Anuel has gained even more digital popularity during his imprisonment than he could ever imagine possible. While being incarcerated, Anuel has received 7 Latin RIAA certifications, including Platinum for his singles, “Sola (Remix)” and “47”, Double Platinum for, “Ayer”, Gold for his collaboration with Farruko in “Liberase”, amongst others.

“Real Hasta La Muerte” is not only the album’s name, but also his signature catch phrase. Produced by multi-platinum and Latin Grammy nominee, Chris Jeday, alongside Gaby Music and other key producers, the album is varied in content, without dismissing his acclaimed, grimy flow over a trap beat. Although he refuses to stay away from explicit content, with this album, Anuel also intends to project himself as a bit more mainstream, and to do so, he has included a couple of commercial, club bangers and radio friendly tracks.

Stay tuned to all of Anuel’s social media accounts and website more information.

Purchase the album here:

FitVine Wine

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FitVine Wine Expands Distribution with Whole Foods Markets in Texas and Louisiana

Lower in sugar, calories, sulfites and free of flavor additives, FitVine is now available in an additional 38 Whole Foods locations.

FitVine Wine, makers of clean tasting wines that are low in sugar, calories, carbohydrates and sulfites, as well as free of flavor additives, has expanded their in-store distribution with Whole Foods Markets in Texas and Louisiana. This expansion will make FitVine wines available in 33 Whole Foods locations in Texas and 7 locations in Louisiana.

FitVine Wine was born when friends made a pact to craft amazing wines that would compliment their active lifestyles rather than compromising their health and fitness goals. FitVine is currently available in 47 states, soon to be 49, and over 5,300 retail locations, with new stores being added monthly. This expansion highlights the strengthening of the FitVine brand and growing consumer demands for clean tasting wines with robust flavor profiles and 13-14% alcohol content.

“Online sales have traditionally dominated a large portion of our business, but over the past two years we have accelerated our growth into brick and mortar locations,” said Mark Warren, Co-Founder of FitVine Wine. “We are extremely thankful for our loyal online customer base, but by expanding our in-store availability with retailers who celebrate clean and wholesome ingredients, like Whole Foods, we are positioned better to reach new customers and simplify shopping for those who already love FitVine Wine.”

FitVine varietals include: Pinot Noir, Cabernet, Rosé, Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, and Sauvignon Blanc. The extended proprietary fermentation process sets FitVine apart. The results are wines that have no additives and less sugar, calories, carbohydrates and sulfites compared to competitors. The unique fermentation process also allows FitVine to craft rich and flavorful wines with the mouthfeel and alcohol content (13-14%) consumers expect from a high quality fine wines. FitVine wines are also gluten free and vegan.

Want to learn more about FitVine Wines, find a retailer near you or pop open your first bottle? Visit http://www.fitvinewine.com/ for more information.

About FitVine Wine:

FitVine Wine was born when friends made a pact to craft amazing wines that also fit their active lifestyles. FitVine wines are lower in sugar, calories, carbs and sulfites compared to other wines and have no flavor additives. To create clean and rich tasting wines with the flavor, mouthfeel and alcohol content you expect from a fine wine, FitVine uses a proprietary malolactic fermentation process. The wine ferments to dry and lowers sugar levels. On average, all wines have less than 0.06 grams of sugar, 2.4g-3.9 grams of carbohydrates and 110-120 calories (per 5 oz glass). The ‘fun’ in the bottle remains intact with all wines ranging from 13.4 – 13.9% alcohol. FitVine crushes grapes, so you can crush life!

Fresh Produce for Kids

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NYC’s Largest Food Rescue Organization and Top Produce Company Team up with Nutrition Education Nonprofit to Address Childhood Obesity and Encourage Healthy Eating Habits in New York City This Summer

City Harvest and D’Arrigo Bros. of New York bring fresh fruits and vegetables to families in Queens through a new partnership with national nonprofit Brighter Bites

Food rescue nonprofit City Harvest and produce company D’Arrigo Bros. of New York today launched a summer-long program in New York City with Brighter Bites, a nonprofit organization that tackles childhood obesity by providing low-income families with free fresh produce and nutrition education. This effort builds on the three organizations’ similar work during the school year to provide free produce at schools with students living in underserved communities, and will increase access to produce for more than 400 families through programs at three summer camps in Queens.

“We believe that increasing access to healthy, affordable food is the key to helping all New Yorkers become food secure,” said Kate MacKenzie, City Harvest’s Senior Director of Programs. “Studies have shown children need to be offered a new food 10-15 times before they’ll develop a taste for it. For many working families in New York City that are struggling to make ends meet, however, experimenting with new foods like fresh produce isn’t always an option. City Harvest is excited to be partnering with Brighter Bites and D’Arrigo to decrease the risk that comes with trying new foods, and help families build healthy habits over the summer.”

According to City Harvest, more than 1.2 million New Yorkers face hunger every year, including nearly one in five New York City children. In Queens alone, over a quarter million residents are food insecure. Through City Harvest and Brighter Bites’ produce distribution and nutrition education programming, parents have the ability to learn which healthy foods their children have a taste for, and the recipe cards and tip sheets that come with the produce each week help them prepare meals in fun and nutritious ways.

Brighter Bites and City Harvest are kicking off programs at three summer camps in Queens that will provide more than 50,000 pounds of produce, along with kid-friendly bilingual recipes and tip sheets in English and Spanish on topics ranging from “Eating the Rainbow” to how bringing kids into the kitchen to help with meal prep makes them more invested in trying new foods.

Each week participating families will receive two bags containing approximately 50 servings of eight to 12 different fresh produce items along with the nutritional educational materials. D’Arrigo is generously donating a third of the fresh fruits and vegetables each week, with two-thirds coming from City Harvest.

“Every family wants to provide the best for their children to help them grow healthy and strong,” said Gabriela D’Arrigo, Vice President of Marketing for D’Arrigo. “As a family-owned business here in New York, we’re proud to partner with Brighter Bites and City Harvest to help our neighbors across the city have greater access to fresh produce.”

Since launching in 2012, Brighter Bites has distributed more than 17 million pounds of produce and hundreds of thousands of nutrition education materials to 200,000 individuals from more than 40,000 families through schools and summer camps in New York City, Houston, Dallas, Austin, Southwest Florida, and Washington, D.C. Brighter Bites uses a simple formula for introducing healthy lifestyles to families: produce distribution, nutrition education, and a fun food experience that includes sampling a recipe of the week to see just how great produce can taste. In New York City, parents and community volunteers will pack bags of fresh fruits and veggies for families and teachers to take home for six weeks this summer.

“We know that far too many parents struggle to access and provide their children with fresh produce, particularly during the summer months when kids are out of school,” said Brighter Bites Executive Director Samuel Newman. “Since Brighter Bites established our New York City program in 2017 with City Harvest and D’Arrigo, we’ve been blown away by the kids’ response to trying different kinds of fresh fruits and veggies–often for the first time–and we’re so pleased to be continuing this important work throughout the summer months with these same partners.”

Brighter Bites measures the outcomes of its program to determine impact. Research shows the Brighter Bites model provides consistent opportunities for children and their families to practice healthier behaviors in school and at home:

98% of Brighter Bites parents report their children eating more fruits and vegetables while participating in the Brighter Bites program.
Of those, 74% said they maintained that increased level of consumption after Brighter Bites ended.

About Brighter Bites:

Brighter Bites is a nonprofit that creates communities of health through fresh food with the goal of changing behavior among children and their families to prevent obesity and achieve long-term health. Brighter Bites is an evidence-based, multi-component elementary school, preschool, and summer camp program that utilizes reliable access to fruits and vegetables, nutrition education, and consistent exposure to recipes and messages that feature fresh food. Since 2012, Brighter Bites has provided more than 17 million pounds of produce and 100,000s of nutrition education materials to more than 40,000 families and teachers in Houston, Dallas, Austin, New York City, the Washington, D.C. Metropolitan area, and Southwest Florida. To learn more about Brighter Bites visit BrighterBites.org.

About City Harvest

City Harvest is New York City’s largest food rescue organization, helping to feed the more than 1.2 million New Yorkers who are struggling to put meals on their tables. We will rescue 61 million pounds of food this year and deliver it, free of charge, to hundreds of food pantries, soup kitchens, and other community partners across the five boroughs. Our programs help food-insecure New Yorkers access nutritious food that fits their needs and desires; increase partners’ capacity; and strengthen the local food system, building a path to a food-secure future for all New Yorkers. To learn more, visit CityHarvest.org.

About D’Arrigo Bros. of New York

Family-owned and operated, D’Arrigo Bros. of New York, Inc. has served the New York Metropolitan area for over 50 years, offering a full line of the highest quality fruit and vegetable items available every day of the week. The company is located in a 75,000-square foot. facility in the Hunts Point Terminal Market in the Bronx. D’Arrigo takes pride in offering its customers the highest quality produce that can be found anywhere. To learn more, visit D’ArrigoNY.com

Wild Women Expeditions

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Departures for this brand-new Wild Women Expeditions’ foray into the land of ice and snow are Feb. 23-March 2 and March 9-16, 2019. These dates coincide with prime viewing conditions for the Aurora Borealis. The per person rate of $5,495 includes local female guides, seven nights shared accommodation (a private upgrade is $425) in guest houses and mountain huts, meals, activities-related gear and equipment including snowshoes and poles, ground transportation and drop-off at airport in Reykjavik and all local taxes. See: Website

This time of year the light from a low-lying sun sheds a warm glow for a short eight hours, time enough to strap on snow shoes to stride (hikes average 10km) through volcanic valleys where steaming mud pots, hot rivers and frozen waterfalls await. Over on a glacier, crampon-clad women will explore an ice cave and tunnels with an accomplished glacier guide. One mountain region along the sea displays a multitude of bird species nesting on treacherous cliffs, beaches of sand and pebbles popular among horsemen and rock skimmers, and remnants and relics scattered here and there of times and ways of life long past. Iceland’s unique geology and cultural history come into focus when visiting Thingvellir National Park, home of the country’s seat of power from the 10th to 18th centuries.

Guests meet up in Reykjavik where a walking tour and thermal soak demonstrate how Icelanders enjoy themselves. The itinerary offers daily opportunities to soak in water warmed from the belly of the earth. While lodging in mountain huts, guests help prepare Icelandic meals. But there’s no lingering at the dinner table here, as throughout the day anticipation mounts for the spectacle du jour, the Northern Lights, witnessed in off-the-beaten-track locales where otherwise dark skies preside.

The sojourn calls for people-to-people meet-ups too. At Ullarselið, a center for displaying and selling, staff will show the group the importance that wool plays in this cold clime. In 1994, 50 women from nearby villages worked for 18 days (432 hours) to make the biggest sweater in the world! It is knitted with hand-spun wool; 179 pieces are sewn together with black thread. The sweater has been recognized by the Guinness Book of World Records. (Icelandic sheep, breeding here over 1,000 years, yield white and shades of gray, brown and black wool. The prolific breed carries a gene that can produce sextuplets.)

On a western peninsula where fishing and tourism rule the economy, guests spend time with two female entrepreneurs who set up a slow travel company in the town of Stykkisholmur. They will share first-hand insights into the way of life – yesterday and today, including how and why Icelanders are said to be some of the most well-read people on the planet.

For details, availability and reservations for trips in Iceland as well as all Wild Women Expeditions’ programs call 1 (888) 993-1222, email info@wildwomenexpeditions.com or visit online at Website .

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Founded in 1991, Wild Women Expeditions is the world’s largest women-only travel company. Its initial focus was on canoeing on remote Ontario waters. Through an unwavering focus on Canada, one of the wildest, most pristine countries in the world, Wild Women Expeditions became Canadian experts in a pioneering niche that introduced small groups of women into wilderness settings. Even though the company now hosts guests all over the world, it retains a national focus with more trips and more women-only, back country camping adventures in Canada than any other women’s travel company in the world.

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Imagine Dragons New Song

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Today multi-platinum, GRAMMY® Award-winning band IMAGINE DRAGONS release a brand-new song entitled “Natural” via KIDinaKORNER / Interscope Records. “Natural” is available via all participating digital retailers HERE. The band will perform the song on Jimmy Kimmel Live! this Thursday, July 19th. “Natural” has been chosen as the anthem of this year’s ESPN college football season.

“Living in a dog-eat-dog world can bring out the worst in you, and sometimes, the best,” says the band’s singer Dan Reynolds. “It would be a lie to tell you I haven’t become somewhat skeptical about some things in the last decade of my life. However, I believe that when you truly learn to love yourself, the judging eyes and hateful words become meaningless. ‘Natural’ is about finding yourself and being willing and able to stand up to whatever adversity comes your way.”

Imagine Dragons’ third studio album, Evolve, has been certified double-platinum within a year of its June 2017 release. Evolve has spent 55 weeks on Billboard’s Top 200 Albums chart, where it currently sits at No. 17. The album is also 12th in the world on Spotify with over 36 million monthly listeners.

Imagine Dragons are currently out on the road for the second leg of their Evolve World Tour, which will stop for two shows at The Forum in Los Angeles on July 21st and 22nd. See all upcoming dates HERE.

“Natural”

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Apple Music: http://smarturl.it/IDNatural/applemusic

Google: http://smarturl.it/IDNatural/googleplay

iTunes: http://smarturl.it/IDNatural/itunes

Spotify: http://smarturl.it/IDNatural/spotify

Tidal: http://smarturl.it/IDNatural/tidal