Tony Hawk's Charity Donates To Skate Park

Skateboarding legend Tony Hawk is donating again! The iconic skateboarder, through his Tony Hawk Foundation is donating $25,000 for a skating park near Atlanta’s Beltline.

The Historic Fourth Ward Skatepark will be a 15,000-square-foot facility and was chosen because of a lack of recreation space, the foundation said.

“The Atlanta BeltLine is honored to be selected by the Tony Hawk Foundation for this generous grant,” said Brian Leary, President and CEO of Atlanta BeltLine, Inc. “This is an endorsement of the amazing collaboration between the City, Atlanta BeltLine, and our incredible local skateboard community. The inspiration came from the vision, will, and determination of the community. Combined with the City’s strong support, and now this outstanding gift, the new park – Atlanta’s first fully designed skate park – will be one of the best skate facilities in the U.S.”

A total of nineteen projects are recipients of the Tony Hawk Foundation Spring 2010 Skatepark Grants. Worth a total of $150,000, the awards bring each of the recipients closer to their goal of building a free, quality public skatepark in their community.

“We are proud and honored to support the Historic Fourth Ward Skatepark project in Atlanta,” said Tony Hawk. “It represents everything we stand for at THF – community involvement that benefits at-risk youth in an area that traditionally has had very little support for sports like skateboarding.”

The Tony Hawk Foundation seeks to foster lasting improvements in society, with an emphasis on supporting and empowering youth. Through special events, grants, and technical assistance, the Foundation supports recreational programs with a focus on the creation of public skateboard parks in low-income communities.

For more information on the Tony Hawk Foundation, please visit www.tonyhawkfoundation.org

Christina Aguilera is Haiti-bound for Charity Mission

Christina Aguilera is Haiti-bound for Charity Mission

Five-time Grammy Award winner, Christina Aguilera, was today named “Ambassador Against Hunger” for the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) – an appointment she revealed during her appearance on “The Oprah Winfrey Show”.

“A child dies every 6 seconds of hunger which is a huge statistic for me,” Aguilera told Oprah Winfrey. “After having my own child I just had to be a part of it and do something about it and help change that situation.”

Aguilera, one of the most successful recording artists of the decade, has a track record of interest and commitment to hunger issues. Last year, she traveled to Guatemala to see WFP’s maternal/child health programs. She serves as the Spokesperson for World Hunger Relief, a global campaign created by Yum! Brands that generated awareness and nearly $60 million in funds over the past three years for WFP and other hunger relief agencies.

In January, she performed in MTV’s ‘Hope for Haiti’ telethon that raised more than $ 60 million for disaster relief in Haiti, including for WFP relief work. Later in May she plans to travel with WFP to Haiti to see first-hand how food assistance projects are helping to rebuild devastated communities.

Aguilera described her work with WFP as a life-changing experience and said she plans to go to Haiti soon: “I want to check on the situation there and help to deliver food. I want to visit orphanages and schools there and try to do my part in helping.”
“Christina Aguilera’s passion and dedication to hungry children runs deep, and it will make her a wonderful champion in the fight against hunger,” said Josette Sheeran, Executive Director of WFP, welcoming Aguilera to the WFP team.
Aguilera is asking her fans to join her in the fight against hunger, by going to www.wfp.org/christina or texting WFP to 90999 (US only) to make a $5 donation – enough to feed a child in school for an entire month.

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Russell Simmons hosts his Annual Gala in Dallas, TX

On Saturday, November 14th Russell Simmons hosted his annual Fundraising Gala, Dallas Rocks in Dallas, TX for his Diamond Empowerment Fund charity.

Sisters Vanessa and Angela Simmons presented Jenna Bush-Hager and Barbara Bush with the Rising Star Empowerment Award for the charitable work they’ve done in Africa. Dallas Rocks is an annual event benefitting The Diamond Empowerment Fund (D.E.F.), a non-profit organization founded in 2007 to raise funds for programs that empower through education in African nations where diamonds are a natural resource. To learn more visit www.diamondempowerment.org

Dr. Dre's Music and Headphones in BEST BUY Stores!

Best Buy Co., Inc. today announced the introduction of Club Beats(TM), a new in-store destination created in partnership with Monster and Beats by Dr. Dre(TM), founded by legendary artist and producer Dr. Dre and Jimmy Iovine, Chairman of Interscope Geffen A&M Records. As people continue to evolve their ways of consuming music, Club Beats provides a destination for consumers to learn how to create and individualize their listening experience. Club beats will be launched nationwide.

Existing in concert with many Best Buy Musical Instrument stores, Club Beats offers a full service entertainment experience that encourages interaction with the latest and greatest in music, audio, entertainment and technology products including DJ equipment, Beats by Dr. Dre headphones and in some locations, the newly introduced HP Envy 15 Beats Limited Edition laptop.

Houston Rapper BUN B helps feed the hungry

To aid in the fight against hunger this holiday season, Boost Mobile has teamed up with Houston hip hop artist, Bun B, to host a food drive to benefit the Houston Food Bank. The event will take place at the Boost Mobile retail store in Westhill Village . Boost Mobile will also be presenting a $5,000 donation to Bun B's charity of choice, Bethel's Place, a local community development and outreach center.


The Event is on Wednesday, November 25

1:15 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

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Coors Light teams up with Daddy Yankee

Coors Light and Daddy Yankee are teaming up to promote the artist's release of a new single, "Grito Mundial," as a prelude to the launch of his new album, "Daddy Yankee Mundial," slated to be on the market in early 2010.

Coors Light En Exclusiva (In Exclusive) is a series of VIP events taking place in six cities across the country where legal-drinking-age fans will have the opportunity to meet and greet the Latin superstar.

The first release event will kick off in Orlando, November 18, where hundreds of adults gain access to the intimate and exclusive appearance through a text messaging and/or radio promotion. The Grammy-award winning artist will then travel to Houston, Dallas, New York, Philadelphia and Chicago to meet and greet fans En Exclusiva.

"We know how popular Daddy Yankee is within the Hispanic community, and an opportunity to meet him, up close, in an exclusive environment is a real thrill to loyal fans," said Pamela Palacios, associate brand manager for Coors Light. "This will be a once-in-a-lifetime experience for some very lucky people, thanks to the world's most refreshing beer."

The En Exclusiva single release event of the Grammy Award-winning artist provides a powerful reassertion of Daddy Yankee's commitment to the urban movement that has been the artist's signature since he began his career more than 10 years ago.

Serena Williams and other sports stars launch MISSION Skincare

MISSION Skincare®, the innovative skincare company founded by tennis star Serena Williams, soccer professional Mia Hamm, and other world class athletes, will be launching "Active Lifestyle Skincare Destinations" in the beauty aisle of more than 5,000 CVS/pharmacy locations across the country beginning this week. Stocked with innovative lip, face, body and sun care products, MISSION and CVS/pharmacy have set out to establish the latest category in the marketplace - "Active Lifestyles" - designed specifically for consumers who live an active and healthy lifestyle.

To celebrate the partnership, MISSION will be launching six new products - Revitalizing Lip Therapy Gel in Peppermint, Mega Balm Antioxidant Lip Refreshers in Blueberry-Pomegranate and Acai-Lemonade, Replenishing Hand + Body Moisturizer and Rejuvenating Face Moisturizer. The nourishing skincare and lip care products featuring vitamins and antioxidants will be available exclusively in the "Active Lifestyle Skincare Destinations" at CVS/pharmacy starting in November.

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Russell Simmons' Art for Life teams up with Bounty

Students from New York City public school PS 165 assisted Procter & Gamble's Bounty brand along with Rush Philanthropic Arts Foundation co-founder and entertainment mogul Russell Simmons, hip-hop pioneer Joseph "Rev. Run" Simmons, American fashion designer and humanitarian Tory Burch, and artist Amanda Williams in unveiling the completed Building Bounty-ful Bridges 33-foot painted mural. The mural is a compilation of all the completed pieces of the traveling arts program that toured the nation sponsored by Bounty in partnership with Rush Philanthropic Arts Foundation.

Through Bounty's partnership with Rush Philanthropic, children from New York, Chicago, San Francisco, Washington D.C., New Orleans, and Cincinnati have collaborated in creating a large-scale painting depicting a bridge in their city and representing the "space between us." Youth groups in each city were able to showcase their creativity by being inspired by the city they live in and learn by doing the project with other children. This is in perfect sync with Bounty's mission to provide children with fun, hands-on activities that nurture their creativity and curiosity outside the classroom.

For more information on Bounty's partnership with Rush Philanthropic and fun, at-home art activities, visit www.bountymakeamessterpiece.com.

David Archuleta teams up with the Lisa Lopes Foundation

David Archuleta and Angels For A Cause (AFAC) partner with the Lisa Lopes Foundation (LLF) to help raise $10,000 to launch the new medical center in Honduras.

The Lisa Lopes Foundation medical center will serve thousands of families and children living in impoverished areas of Honduras , with health conditions among the worst in the Western Hemisphere . Honduras is the second poorest country in Central America .

An estimated 1.5 million Hondurans were without access to health care in 2008. With the highest Aids rate in Central America , the quality and access to health care are directly tied to income levels. Health care for the urban and rural poor is extremely limited.

The Lisa Lopes Foundation medical center will provide free health services, establish an ongoing rotation of dental and medical brigades that will provide on-site services, ensure that the center is prepared with the basics in dental and medical supplies and provide a comfortable working environment for Medical and Dental Brigades or anyone servicing the area and staying at the center.

All donations are tax deductible.

Donate today by visiting: http://lisalopesfoundation.org/afac.php.

Jay-z and Alicia Keys World Series Performance Rescheduled

The World Series performance featuring JAY-Z and Alicia Keys has been rescheduled to take place in Thursday's pre-game ceremonies, which airs on FOX starting at 7:30 p.m. Eastern.

The performance was changed due to the forecast for inclement weather for Wednesday, October 28. Staging for the performance could adversely impact the field if it is wet, creating damaged and unsafe playing conditions.

ROCAWEAR Lends support to Susan G. Komen to fight Breast Cancer

ROCAWEAR LENDS SUPPORT IN RECLAIMING WOMEN FROM BREAST CANCER. From October 1 through December 31, 2009 Rocawear will donate 5% of the retail price of its special edition Roc for the Cause Polo to Susan G. Komen for the Cure® Circle of Promise with a minimum guaranteed donation of $20,000.

Breast Cancer continues to impact people from all backgrounds; there are significant differences within the mortality rates among racial groups. From 2000-2003, African American women had a 36 percent higher death rate than Caucasian women, giving them the poorest survival rate of any other racial or ethnic group for Breast Cancer.

The Roc for the Cure Polo is cotton and spandex with a five snap closure and ruching at bust. The polo will be available in black and white, each with a pink detail, and can be purchased for $44 at Macy's and Rocawear.com.

Monica's new show airs on BET this Tuesday!

After a brief hiatus from the music industry, Monica is back in the spotlight with an intimate, profound docu-drama that takes a look at her day-to-day world in the new original BET series MONICA: STILL STANDING. Beginning Tuesday, October 27 Monica will open her heart and life to viewers every week at 10:00 pm* and take them on her personal journey of survival and enlightenment. Viewers will have the chance to experience the many faces of Monica as she balances family, deals with trials, triumphs and health challenges, records her fifth album, "STILL STANDING" and tackles the hardest job of all - being a full-time mother of two young sons.

"It was very scary stepping into the type of situation that would expose me and my life," said Monica. "But I think that there are so many kids now that are aspiring to do exactly what I've done and I felt like that was worth me putting myself on the line so they would really understand what it's like to try and juggle both a music career and personal life."

Even with all of the success in her entertainment career as a Grammy® Award-winning, multi-platinum recording artist and actress, Monica's life has not been without its challenges. Yet, through the spiritual guidance of her parents, family and fiancée she withstood the storms of life and that same support keeps her standing today. Strong, poised and vivacious, Monica wants to show viewers and fans that anything is possible once you set your mind to do it.

Trey Songz to headline Aids Awareness Concert

On Saturday November 21, 2009 Grammy nominated and Atlantic Records recording artist Trey Songz will be headlining live in concert at the ASU Fox Theatre in San Bernardino, CA for the "READY HIV/Aids Awareness Concert" with celebrity guest appearances and performances.

The concert will be located at 374 West Court Street, San Bernardino, CA 92401 and vendor stationing at 4pm, concert opening at 5pm and last till approximately 11pm. Trey Songz released his 3rd studio album "Ready" September 2nd 2009 debuting at #3 on Billboard 100 and is completing his first headlining tour on behalf of BET this fall. The "READY" concert will include recording artists such as Miguel Jontel of Jive Records (RB/Pop), Jah-Free of Warner Bros Records (Hip-Hop/Pop), and Meaku of Timeless Entertainment (RB/Pop/Hip-Hop).

The purpose of this concert is to spread awareness of the HIV/AIDS epidemic that affects millions of people in the United States and Africa every year. The Empire in alliance with Kastle In The Air plan to have vendors associated with spreading HIV/AIDS awareness dangers as well as sponsors and influential organizations in the community at the venue for over the 2,500 expected ticket holders. Tickets for the concert are currently being sold at $35 regular entry and $65 for VIP entry. Our VIP entry guests will be receiving priority entry, priority seating, refreshments, gift bags, and admittance into the private HIV/AIDS Awareness & "Sex in the Entertainment Industry" symposium to include celebrity guests, Planned Parenthood and other HIV/AIDS awareness community sponsors.

For ticket sales please purchase at www.treysongz.com, www.thempireie.com and www.theflipcenter.com or request at (909) 908-5522.

AKON get as new radio show!

Toronto's New #1 Hit Music Station Virgin Radio welcomes multi-platinum superstar Akon to its team of jocks. Akon joins one of the biggest radio teams in the country with Ryan Seacrest, Mad Dog and Billie, Taylor and Biggs and Hollywood gossip blogger, Perez Hilton.

Starting Halloween night at 11:59pm, Akon will spin the top music in the world into the hottest 99 minute mix of non-stop high-voltage hits.From Gaga to Guetta; from Madonna to Rihanna - Akon's Hitlab will be Toronto's "destination" for Saturday night fun and dance.

Akon's Hitlab will also feature exclusive music from Hitlab.com, a new, interactive way for fans to discover new music and a resource for upcoming artists to promote their tracks. Listeners will vote to declare a weekly winner that will then face a new challenger the following week.

"Akon is one of the most influential voices in music today. He stands centre-stage as the #1 trendsetter in music, and I feel more than privileged to have him on the Virgin roster as our Resident DJ. Playing the hits ahead of the curve is what we aim for every day, and every hour. This show will ignite Saturday nights!" says Martin Tremblay, Virgin Radio's Program Director.

An exclusive launch party will take place in Toronto to celebrate the first broadcast of Akon's Hitlab, Akon invites listeners join him Halloween night at The Courthouse (57 Adelaide Street East, Toronto) for a special event featuring the top hitlab.com artists. At 11:59pm, Akon will be spinning the world premiere of his new show on Virgin. Listen to 999 Virgin Radio or go to www.virginradio.ca for all the details on how you could be part of the party.

Justin Timberlake will receive Heart of Hollywood in November

Justin Timberlake; Sam, Younes and David Nazarian; and Larry and Sandy Post will be honored by the Cedars-Sinai Board of Governors at their annual Gala on Wednesday, November 4, 2009 at the Hyatt Regency Century Plaza in Los Angeles, California. The event, sponsored by Lexus, benefits the Cedars-Sinai Board of Governors Heart Stem Cell Center. As the event sponsor, Lexus donated a 2010 Lexus LS 600h L Luxury sedan for an opportunity drawing.

Justin Timberlake will receive the Heart of Hollywood Award during the event for his exemplary contributions to the entertainment industry. Sam Nazarian, along with his family members Younes and David Nazarian, will receive the Humanitarian Award for their numerous contributions to Los Angeles and Israel based communities including numerous charitable organizations. Larry and Sandy Post will receive the Philanthropic Leadership Award for their heartfelt dedication to their community and Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. As a demonstration of their commitment, the Posts recently made a major lead gift to the Board of Governors Heart Stem Cell Center and currently serve on the Board of Governors of Cedars Sinai Medical Center.

The Gala benefits the Board of Governors Heart Stem Cell Center at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. The Center focuses on new ways to regenerate the ailing heart using advanced cell-based treatments involving the patient's own adult, non-embryonic stem cells. The Center strives to provide better alternatives to traditional drugs, heart transplantation and implanted devices to help the 1.1 million Americans who suffer heart attacks each year as well as the 550,000 Americans diagnosed with heart failure.

Usher's non-profit organization teams up with MWW Group

MWW Group, (www.mww.com), one of the nation's top ten public relations firms, today announced the addition of Usher's New Look (UNL) to its client roster. Founded in 1999 by multi-platinum Grammy Winner Usher Raymond IV, UNL is a non-profit organization designed to increase youth-led community service. As agency of record for UNL, MWW worked alongside the organization to promote the launch of its "Powered By Service" youth empowerment initiative at the 2009 Clinton Global Initiative (CGI).

MWW Group's first assignment is to promote the launch of Powered By Service, a bold initiative to rebrand service and fundamentally change the role of youth in communities. Powered by Service is designed to motivate youth from disadvantaged backgrounds to take an active role in changing the most pressing problems facing their communities. Additionally, program participants are provided with grants and tools to help in their mission of becoming change agents. Also, MWW will help raise awareness of Usher Raymond's notable altruistic work and help expand his public identity from entertainer to humanitarian.

Pregnant Celebrity Moms endorse high-fashion maternity line debuting at Target

Today, millions of moms-to-be across America will be able to follow in the footsteps of trend-setting celebrity moms HEIDI KLUM, JESSICA ALBA, ASHLEE SIMPSON, TORI SPELLING & LAILA ALI who are all fans of the ultra-popular high-fashion maternity line Moody Mamas, by scooping up the brand new, affordable, capsule collection debuting on Target.com. Moody Mamas is revolutionizing maternity fashion by giving it a hip, stylish, sophisticated make-over with inspiration straight from the runways. The looks featured on Target.com will range from comfy loungewear to gorgeous dresses that are ideal for work and the upcoming holiday season.

The 2-year-old brand Moody Mamas, which has caught on like wildfire in Hollywood, is the brainchild of 2 fashion-savvy young women in their 20's, Marta Abrams and Elise Rosemarin, who are single and have never had children - admittedly an unlikely pair to design a maternity line - which is precisely why they have been so successful --throwing out the rulebook and shaking up the status quo by creating a bold, daring collection that has injected style and fashion flair back into the lives of expectant moms everywhere. It has also become the go-to maternity line for women across America and worldwide, available at more than 200 boutiques and other major retailers, including Nordstrom.com, Harrod's, and Belk's.

"We are very excited to offer Target.com this capsule collection which is a diffusion of our luxury line, Moody Mamas. After dressing some of Hollywood's hottest celebs, we are now looking forward to bringing our fabulous styles to moms across America," say Marta Abrams and Elise Rosemarin.

Unlike the moo-moo's of the past, Moody Mamas frees women and allows them to look hip and stylish for all 9 months of their pregnancy - and well beyond as the collection also transitions seamlessly to everyday wear after pregnancy. Millions of women spend nearly $1000 on a maternity wardrobe that in most cases, they will never wear again. In sharp contrast, Moody Mamas represents a smart investment in this tough economy - one that will last long beyond pregnancy and become a part of women's wardrobes even after childbirth.

To view the new Moody Mamas for Target collection, please visit
www.MoodyMamas.com