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Amscot’s 9th annual ‘Just a Dollar’ campaign pushes total over $1 million for support of local education

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Amscot’s 9th annual ‘Just a Dollar’ campaign pushes total over $1 million for support of local education

Amscot Community

Over the past nine years, Amscot customers and Amscot Financial have combined to raise more than $1 million for local education foundations in the counties that Amscot serves.


TAMPA, Florida, Sept. 11, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Amscot Financial, a leading provider of convenient, consumer-oriented financial services, has concluded its ninth annual “Just a Dollar” campaign, designed to raise funds for local education foundations in the 17 Florida counties where Amscot has branches. The 2014 campaign included Miami-Dade and Broward counties, where Amscot has recently opened new branches.

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Throughout the month of August, Amscot Financial associates asked each customer if they would like to voluntarily contribute a dollar to their local education foundation. Amscot kept track of each contribution by county to ensure that it was donated directly to the education foundation serving the county in which the branch is located. Through customer generosity, the 2014 ‘Just a Dollar’ campaign raised $146,172. Amscot matched the overall contributions, up to the first $10,000, bringing the grand total to $156,172.

Including customer contributions and Amscot matches over the past nine years, more than $1,000,000 has been raised for local education foundations via the Consortium of Florida Education Foundations (CFEF), a Gainesville-based umbrella organization.

According to CFEF executive director, Mary Chance, the Funds raised on behalf of Florida’s county-based educational foundations are used to support reading and scholarship programs. She also states that the local education foundations focus their fund-raising efforts on programs that are not supported by Tax dollars.

Ian MacKechnie, founder and CEO of Amscot Financial, had this to say about this year’s ‘Just a Dollar’ campaign, “To be able to surpass a million dollars, with this year’s campaign, says a great deal about the generous nature of our customers and to our dedicated associates in each and every one of our branches…we hope to continue our support of local education in the years to come.”

Founded in 1989, Amscot Financial employs more than 2,000 associates who work at the company’s retail branches and at the company’s corporate headquarters in Tampa.

Amscot Financial’s service centers are open seven days a week and are typically open Mondays through Saturdays from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday hours are typically from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Select Amscot locations are open 24 hours a day. The company currently operates retail locations in Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, Hernando, Polk, Hardee, Highlands, Manatee, Sarasota, Orange, Osceola, Seminole, Lake, Volusia, Brevard, Marion, Miami-Dade and Broward counties.


SiriusXM Announces Exclusive Programming Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

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NEW YORK, Sept. 11, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — SiriusXM announced today its exclusive programming celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month beginning Saturday, September 13.

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The exclusive month-long programming will air across multiple SiriusXM channels and feature specials, interviews and performances by some of today's most emblematic Latin artists.

Seven-time Latin GRAMMY® Award winning singer, songwriter and actor Carlos
Vives will sit down in front of a live studio audience for "SiriusXM ICONOS with Carlos Vives," featuring an exclusive Q&A session. Vives, who is set to receive the Hispanic Heritage Foundation "Legend" Award this month for his musical body of work, will discuss his early days as rocker, soap opera actor, musical influences, and his work on behalf of the marginalized populations of Colombia. He will also discuss his most recent album, Mas + Corazon Profundo, and how his revisiting of vallenato music catapulted him to international fame.

"SiriusXM ICONOS with Carlos Vives" will air on September 29 on SiriusXM Caliente channel 150 at 5:00 pm ET.

SiriusXM will feature multiple GRAMMY® and Latin Grammy® Award-winning pianist, composer, and arranger Chucho Valdes in the opening concert of the Jazz at Lincoln Center 2014-2015 season
with SiriusXM's exclusive weekly show "Live from Jazz at Lincoln Center." The world premiere will also feature percussionist and vocalist Pedrito Martinez, JALC's Artistic Director Wynton Marsalis, and The Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra. In addition, singer, songwriter and social activist Lila Downs will perform songs from her repertoire which fuses traditional Mexican sounds with elements of jazz, blues, soul, African root, and Klezmer. Airs Saturday, September 20 and Saturday, October 11 on SiriusXM Real Jazz channel 67 at 8:00 pm ET.

"We are proud to announce SiriusXM's expansive programming celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month offering listeners a great variety of genre-spanning Latin music for all tastes," said Trinity Colon, VP of Latin Music Programming, SiriusXM. "Listeners nationwide will have some of the best music to sample –
from Latin jazz to reggaeton and ballads – all here on SiriusXM."

Additional Hispanic Heritage Month programming will include:

Caliente channel 150:

The tropical music channel will air some of the best performances recorded at SiriusXM's studios including performances by Tito Nieves, Prince Royce, Grupo Niche, 3Ball MTY, Kat DeLuna, Black Eyed Peas' Taboo, Alejandro Sanz, and Cristian Castro. La Vieja Escuela host George Nenadich will present a weekly, three-hour special offering an in-depth look into the music of a classic salsa star, and Henry Santos will share his biggest bachata influences. Begins Thursday, September 18 at 12:00 pm ET.

Viva channel 500:

Latin Grammy award winner Lena visits for a special performance; Latin rock singer, songwriter Juanes shares his favorite rock songs; Viva airs interview and performance with Diana Fuentes; Latin Grammy award winning Panamenian rock band Los Rabanes share their party playlist; and, Luis Fonsi, the official voice of the channel during Hispanic Heritage Month, discusses his musical influences. Begins Friday, September 19 at 4:00 pm ET.

Aguila channel 148:

Special interviews and performances by La Reunion Nortena, Alerta Zero, Los Pescadores Del Rio Conchos; Revancha Nortena; and Regional Mexican singer, songwriter Larry Hernandez stops by to guest DJ. Begins Monday, September 15 at 7:00 pm ET.

Latidos channel 520:

Listeners are in for a treat with the broadcast of the best performances at the SiriusXM studios including singers Kany Garcia, Tommy Torres, and Carla Morrison. Begins Friday, September 19 at 2:00 pm ET.

Caricia channel 523:

The channel will dedicate the first three weekends to the most emblematic music of a past decade – the 60s, 70s, and 80s. The final weekend of the month-long celebration will feature an exclusive SiriusXM studio performance by the Gypsy Kings. Begins Saturday, September 20 at 12:00 am ET.

La Kueva channel 540:

SiriusXM's rock en espanol channel features Latin star Juanes' new installment of his monthly show Fíjate Bien and interviews with Los Autenticos Decadentes, Bang Data, Illya Kuryaki and The Valderramas, Timothy Brownie, Los Babasonicos, and a track by track album tour of the socially conscious Ama-zonas by Doctor Krapula. Begins Monday, September 15 at 4:00 pm ET.

Rumbon channel 533:

SiriusXM's channel for classic salsa enthusiasts devotes each weekend to non-stop music by a different, celebrated salsa singer including Willie Colon, Celia Cruz, Hector Lavoe, Ruben Blades, and an all legends of Fania weekend. Begins Saturday, September 13 at 12:00 am ET.

La Mezcla channel 149:

Cher Lloyd hosts La Mezcla's Power 10; international pop star Inna stops by for a special interview; singer, rapper and producer Sky Blu of LMFAO shares his top party songs and Latin heartthrob Enrique Iglesias hosts a personal countdown special. Begins Friday, September 19 at 6:00 pm ET.

Flow Nacion channel 506:

J Balvin, Fat Joe, Tony Dize, and Alexis & Fido share their reggaeton influences and top ten songs. Airs every Friday during Hispanic Heritage Month; begins September 19 at 8:00 pm ET.

SiriusXM's Hispanic Heritage Month programming is available via satellite and through the SiriusXM Internet Radio App for smartphones and mobile devices.

The SiriusXM Latino channel lineup features ten exclusive commercial-free music channels covering a wide variety of music genres, including Caliente (tropical, channel 150), Rumbon (classic salsa, channel 533), Flow Nacion (Latin hip-hop and Reggaeton, channel 506), La Kueva (rock en espanol, channel 540), Viva (contemporary pop, channel 500), La Mezcla (top hits in English and Spanish, channel 149), Aguila (regional Mexican, channel 151), Caricia (classic ballads in
English and Spanish, channel 523), Latidos (romantic love songs from the 90s to today, channel 520), Luna (Latin jazz, channel 530) and more.

Listeners can register for a 7-day trial and access these channels online through SiriusXM Internet Radio and through the SiriusXM Internet Radio App for smartphones and mobile devices.

For more information, please visit www.siriusxm.com/latino.

About SiriusXM

Sirius XM Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: SIRI) is the world's largest radio broadcaster measured by revenue and has more than 26.3 million subscribers. SiriusXM creates and broadcasts commercial-free music; premier sports talk and live events; comedy; news; exclusive talk and entertainment; and the most comprehensive Latin music, sports and talk programming in radio. SiriusXM is available in vehicles from every major car company in the U.S. and from retailers nationwide as well as at shop.siriusxm.com. SiriusXM programming is available through the SiriusXM Internet Radio App for smartphones and other connected devices as well as online at siriusxm.com. SiriusXM also provides premium traffic, weather, data and information services for subscribers in cars, trucks, RVs, boats and aircraft through SiriusXM Traffic™, SiriusXM Travel Link, NavTraffic®, NavWeather™, SiriusXM Aviation, SiriusXM Marine™, Sirius Marine Weather, XMWX Aviation™, and XMWX Marine™. SiriusXM holds a minority interest in SiriusXM Canada which has more than 2 million subscribers.

On social media, join the SiriusXM community on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

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The following factors, among others, could cause actual results to differ materially from the anticipated results or other expectations expressed in the forward-looking statements: our competitive position versus other radio and audio entertainment providers; our ability to attract and retain subscribers, which is uncertain; our dependence upon the auto industry; general economic conditions; failure of our satellites, which, in most cases, are not insured; the interruption or failure of our information and communications systems; the security of the personal information about our customers; royalties we pay for music rights, which increase over time; the unfavorable outcome of pending or future litigation; our failure to realize benefits of
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(Español) Entrenamiento y lección, este sábado, para empresarios e individuos hispanos con deseos de entrar en la industria del cannabis en la Florida y en otros estados

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Cheers to Honey!

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Cheers to Honey!

Nature’s Sweetener Adds a Flavorful Twist to New Latin Libations


FIRESTONE, Colorado, Sept. 11, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — With nine Latin American countries celebrating their independence during Hispanic Heritage Month, decadent drinks will be top of mind for the season. But if you are running out of creative cocktail ideas to keep the party deliciously in swing, Master Mixologist and Tequillier Marco Antonio Ramos has you covered. Ramos has partnered with the National Honey Board (NHB) to stir-up Latin libations with a modern twist to liven up your Fiestas Patrias celebration – or any special occasion this season – with family and friends. Best of all, each creation leverages nature’s sweetener, honey, to give it a one-of-a-kind hint of sweetness.

Ramos’s passion for mixology and knowledge of the abundant selection of flavors in the Americas shines through perfectly in every glass crafted by his artistic hand. From exotic tropical fruits to aromatic spices and chili peppers, Ramos combines honey with a variety of ingredients to create unique, honeylicious cocktails.

“Whether you like tequila, rum, mezcal or pisco, knowing the characteristics of each spirit is key for successfully creating a new drink,” says Ramos, who manages the day-to-day at the Venice, Calif. hot spot Scopa Italian Roots. “For these specific cocktails, I used honey to balance out the flavor profile of each spirit and the fresh ingredients I incorporated into each drink. Working with natural ingredients like honey is always rewarding because you can really taste the quality in the end result.” With delectable offerings like the Spicy Tropical Gold and Honey Watermelon Pisco, Ramos created a new set of Latin-inspired cocktails with honey that are fun and versatile for this celebratory season, which also coincides with National Honey Month in September.     

Ramos also recommends keeping a variety of all-natural honey types and forms at hand to pair with various drink profiles. “Depending on the notes and ingredients of any given cocktail, you always want to balance them out with a honey that complements the taste and aroma of the beverage as a whole,” he adds. Among his favorite go-to honey varietals are Orange Blossom honey (distinctive citrus-floral notes), Tupelo honey (mild and pleasant flavor and will not granulate) and cut honeycomb, for an eye-catching garnish on the rim or in the glass. As for best honey storage practices, Ramos advocates always storing honey at room temperature so it is ready to pour for that perfect drink during any party or celebration this season!

Created for today’s cosmopolitan palates, new Latin-inspired classics are showcased in Ramos’s exclusive honey cocktail offerings for Hispanic Heritage Month and National Honey Month. Among his signature drinks developed for the NHB and featured on www.mielpura.org are:

Spicy Tropical Gold

Makes 1 serving

Ingredients:
½ oz honey
½ oz lime juice
1 oz pomegranate juice
1 oz pineapple juice
2 small slices of jalapeno
Salt to taste
Ice
Slices of jalapeno (garnish)
2 oz silver tequila *optional

Preparation:
Place the two slices of jalapeno into a cocktail shaker and muddle with a muddler (or the handle of a sturdy wooden spoon). Add the honey and remaining ingredients, with the exception of the garnish, into the shaker. Please note that the honey must be added in first so that the additional ingredients help dissolve it and incorporate it into the combination. Shake for eight seconds. Pour into a glass with a salted rim and garnish with a slice of jalapeño.

 

Honey-Watermelon Pisco

Makes 1 serving

Ingredients:
¾ oz honey
2 small chunks of watermelon
3 mint leaves
¾ oz lemon juice
Tonic water to taste
Crushed ice
Mint leaves (garnish)
Petite slices of watermelon (garnish)
2 oz pisco *optional

Preparation:
Place the two small chunks of watermelon and three mint leaves into a cocktail shaker. Using a muddler (or the handle of a sturdy wooden spoon) muddle the ingredients to bring out their natural flavors. Add the honey, pisco, lemon juice and ice. Shake for eight seconds. Strain the drinks into a glass with crushed ice and add tonic water to taste. Garnish with a slice of watermelon and a mint leaf.

For more honey-inspired Latin cocktail recipes and information about honey as a natural sweetener, visit www.mielpura.org. 

About the National Honey Board

The National Honey Board is an industry-funded agriculture promotion group that works to educate consumers about the benefits and uses for honey and honey products through research, marketing and promotional programs.

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(Español) Panorama del fin del verano: al menos 174 ahogamientos de niños ocurrieron este verano en piscinas y spas

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DIR Advisory Committee Meeting to Focus on Refinery Safety

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DIR Advisory Committee Meeting to Focus on Refinery Safety


OAKLAND, California, Sept. 11, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) has scheduled a Process Safety Management (PSM) advisory committee meeting to review proposed changes to Cal/OSHA’s PSM standard. The changes focus on strengthening regulatory oversight on California’s oil refineries.

The two-day meeting is open to the public and will be held on Tuesday, September 16 and Wednesday, September 17 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Elihu Harris State of California Building’s 13th Floor Training Room, 1515 Clay Street, Oakland CA 94612.

DIR developed the draft regulatory proposal for a new PSM standard for the refinery sector in response to recommendations in a February report by the state’s Interagency Working Group on Refinery Safety.

“This advisory committee meeting is a pre-regulatory step in our ongoing efforts to strengthen oversight of refinery safety in California,” said DIR Director Christine Baker. “The proposed changes will provide a framework for anticipating, preventing and responding to refinery safety problems at the earliest possible point.” Cal/OSHA, the agency charged with enforcing workplace safety and health regulations, is the division of DIR which is leading the revision of PSM workplace safety requirements for refineries.

“I am pleased to see DIR take this important next step in accordance with the recommendations of the refinery safety working group,” said David Lanier, Secretary of the Labor & Workforce Development Agency, which includes DIR. “The proposed revisions and their thorough review reflects the administration’s ongoing commitment to improving refinery safety for workers and surrounding communities.”

In addition to proposing changes to existing PSM language, the draft proposal introduces new requirements in the following areas:

  • damage mechanism reviews
  • hierarchy of hazard controls analysis
  • human factors
  • management of organizational change
  • safeguard protection analysis
  • incident investigations
  • safety culture assessments

DIR’s notice of the proposed rulemaking along with the text of the proposed regulations have been posted online.

The draft proposal is part of an ongoing effort, coordinated by the Interagency Refinery Task Force, to improve the public and worker safety at the state’s oil refineries following the August 2012 explosion at Chevron’s Richmond Oil Refinery. The task force, headed by the California Environmental Protection Agency, was established to carry out the recommendations contained in the February report. In addition to the proposed PSM standard, the state has hired new inspectors to ensure that facilities are complying with health and safety laws.

For media inquiries contact Erika Monterroza at (510) 286-1164 or Peter Melton at (510) 286-7046.

The California Department of Industrial Relations, established in 1927, protects and improves the health, safety, and economic well-being of over 18 million wage earners, and helps their employers comply with state labor laws. DIR is housed within the Labor & Workforce Development Agency. Non-media inquiries can contact DIR’s Communications Call Center at 1-844-LABOR-DIR (1-844-522-6734) for help in locating the appropriate division or program in our department.


HolaDoctor launches Interactive Health Insurance Center, first of its kind in the United States

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HolaDoctor launches Interactive Health Insurance Center, first of its kind in the United States


MIAMI, Sept. 11, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — HolaDoctor.com, the leading health website in the Hispanic digital market, launched a new Interactive Health Insurance Center which aims to inform and educate Hispanics on how to apply for and acquire health coverage in 2015.

According to the Affordable Care Act, which came into effect in March 2010, all citizens and legal residents of the United States must be covered by health insurance or they may have to pay a fee and assume all their health care costs.  

The health insurance marketplace is in its second year of operation, but according to data from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 30 to 40% of Hispanics who are eligible to purchase coverage have not yet done so.

Open enrollment in the health insurance marketplace will run from November 15th, 2014 through February 15th, 2015.  During this period, Hispanics who do not have health insurance will be able to enroll themselves and their family members in their state’s marketplace, apply to receive government aid, and purchase a coverage plan that fits their needs.

“Our market studies show that the Hispanic community needs significant assistance in the process of applying for subsidized health insurance and learning to take full advantage of their health coverage. This need led us to create the Interactive Health Insurance Center in 2013 and make modifications and improvements based on our experience with the first enrollment period of the health insurance marketplace,” said Roberto Estrada, CEO of HolaDoctor.

The Interactive Health Insurance Center is easy to use. It provides access to the health insurance marketplace by state, as well as assistance tools such as a subsidy calculator, a glossary of key terms, a directory of community health centers and clinics in states like California, Florida, New York, Georgia, and Colorado, and a section answering the questions most commonly asked by Hispanics with regards to health insurance and the Affordable Care Act.

The Center is also equipped with a team of health insurance experts who are ready to offer advising services in Spanish. These services can be requested by filling out a form available on the website: http://holadoctor.com/es/centro-de-seguros-de-salud.

About HolaDoctor
HolaDoctor® is a leading Hispanic health company. Founded in 1999, HolaDoctor manages the largest online community of Hispanics interested in health and wellness and is the exclusive partner of Univision Interactive Media for health content. HolaDoctor also provides strategic marketing, communications, and consulting services to healthcare companies seeking to expand their business with Hispanic consumers in the United States and internationally. The company has broad experience in the health care law (Affordable Care Act) [http://holadoctor.com/es/seguros-de-salud, health insurance, obesity and diabetes, among other key areas, to increase access to health care and reduce disparities among Hispanics. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, with offices in South Florida and Latin America, HolaDoctor serves a growing customer base throughout the Western Hemisphere. For more information, visit http://www.holadoctor.net

Contact: Catalina Rodriguez
[email protected]
Phone number: 678-242-6779 

    


Stevie Wonder Announces The “Songs In The Key Of Life Performance”

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Stevie Wonder Announces The “Songs In The Key Of Life Performance”

– Legendary Musician to Perform at Arenas in 10+ Cities Across North America –

– Tickets On Sale Beginning Monday, Sept. 22 at LiveNation.com
and the Live Nation Mobile App –


LOS ANGELES, Sept. 10, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Legendary singer, songwriter, musician and producer Stevie Wonder announced today the SONGS IN THE KEY OF LIFE PERFORMANCE, a 10+ city tour across North America this fall. Produced and promoted by Live Nation, the performances which are a live adaptation of the iconic Songs in the Key of Life album, will begin in New York City at Madison Square Garden on Nov. 6 then travel through cities such as Washington D.C., Philadelphia, Boston, Chicago and Atlanta before wrapping at the Oracle Arena in Oakland, Calif. on Dec. 5.

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Citi® cardmembers will have access to pre-sale tickets beginning Tuesday, Sept. 16 at 10:00 a.m. local time through Citi’s Private Pass® Program. For complete pre-sale details, visit www.citiprivatepass.com. General tickets for select cities will be available beginning Monday, Sept. 22 at 10 a.m. local time. Please see below for full details.

Throughout his career, the celebrated singer has amassed 49 Top 40 singles, 32 #1 singles and worldwide album sales of more than 100 million units. He has received 25 Grammy Awards, an Oscar, and a Golden Globe; is an inductee into the Rock and Roll, Songwriters’ and NAACP Halls of Fame; and is the youngest recipient of the Kennedy Center Honors. Stevie is a designated U.N. Messenger of Peace with special focus on persons with disabilities. He continues to be pivotal in U.S. and world events, demonstrating the activism that has made him such a vital voice for social progress and world harmony.

As a live performance tour de force, Stevie continues to astound audiences around the world. This summer, he headlined and performed at iconic sold-out music festivals across Europe in nine countries, including London’s Calling, Roskilde in Denmark and the prestigious Montreux Jazz Festival in Switzerland.

2014 SONGS IN THE KEY OF LIFE PERFORMANCE TOUR DATES

Date

City

Venue

On Sale

Nov. 6

New York, NY

Madison Square Garden

Sept. 22 @ 10 a.m. local

Nov. 9

Washington, DC

Verizon Center

Sept. 29 @ 10 a.m. local

Nov. 11

Boston, MA

TD Garden

Sept. 22 @ 10 a.m. local

Nov. 14

Chicago, IL

United Center

Sept. 22 @ 10 a.m. local

Nov. 16

Philadelphia, PA

Wells Fargo Center

Sept. 22 @ 10 a.m. local

Nov. 20

Auburn Hills, MI

The Palace of Auburn Hills

Sept. 22 @ 10 a.m. local

Nov. 22

Atlanta, GA

Philips Arena

Sept. 29 @ 10 a.m. local

Nov. 25

Toronto, ON

Air Canada Centre

Sept. 22 @ 10 a.m. local

Nov. 29

Las Vegas, NV

MGM Grand Garden Arena

Sept. 29 @ 10 a.m. local

Dec. 3

Seattle, WA

Key Arena

Sept. 22 @ 10 a.m. local

Dec. 5

Oakland, CA

Oracle Arena

Sept. 29 @ 10 a.m. local

           

About Live Nation Entertainment
Live Nation Entertainment (NYSE: LYV) is the world’s leading live entertainment company comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation & House of Blues Concerts, LN Media and Artist Nation Management. For additional information, visit: www.livenationentertainment.com.

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Cultural Event Dia de los Muertos USA Festival Comes To Coachella For First Time

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Cultural Event Día de los Muertos USA Festival Comes To Coachella For First Time: RODRI Introduces New Signature Event to “Honor the Dead… Celebrate the Living”





Cultural Event Dia de los Muertos USA Festival Comes To Coachella For First Time

 RODRI Introduces New Signature Event to “Honor the Dead… Celebrate the Living”


STUDIO CITY, Calif., Sept. 10, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — Dia de los Muertos or Day of the Dead, a long standing Latino holiday with indigenous roots dating back to Aztec times, has taken its place in mainstream culture boasting festivities worldwide. Though traditions may slightly differ among cultures, the holiday (typically taking place from Oct. 31-Nov. 2) commemorates the dead and brings families together in enjoyment of life. In keeping with this celebrated tradition, Luz Entertainment in conjunction with the City of Coachella are proud to create the first Dia de los Muertos USA spectacular two-day festival taking place on November 1st and 2nd at Rancho Las Flores Park in the City of Coachella. The festival is filled with celebrations of life–a full-on experience featuring art, entertainment and culinary enjoyment created by multi-talented artist-producer and President and CEO of Rodri Entertainment, Luz Entertainment Rodri J. Rodriguez.

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“Dia de los Muertos transcends the once a year celebration. It’s a way to honor the dead… celebrate the living,” said Rodriguez, Visionary Cultural Arts Advocate and Creator of MARIACHI USA, a festival that achieved its 25 year milestone at the legendary Hollywood Bowl this year. “Our festival reinforces a positive way of looking at life and death through the many experiences we provide.”

“We’re excited to partner with Ms. Rodriguez, her accomplishments and vision are tremendous,” said Mark Weber, Economic Development Manager for the City of Coachella. “We anticipate Dia de los Muertos USA will become an annual signature destination event attracting audiences from throughout the USA and internationally with thousands of new visitors enjoying the City of Coachella.”

Dia de los Muertos USA is an all-encompassing cultural event, featuring an all-star musical line-up of live entertainment with various genres of music including Rock en Espanol, Regional Mexican, Mariachi, Norteno, Banda and Pop, with talent ranging from Conjunto Primavera to Los Tucanes de Tijuana to La Santa Cecilia. The festival will also feature the signature show MARIACHI USA.  The art component to the event is massive and will highlight ‘ofrendas-altars’ including artistic and themed altars paying tribute to various causes and artists such as the United Farm Workers, those who have passed from AIDS and iconic entertainment figures such as Selena, Jose Alfredo Jimenez, Shakespeare, Mozart and many more as well as a community altar for which attendees are invited to bring a photo of a loved one or pet to place on the altar. Dia de los Muertos USA will also include large art installations in key locations throughout the park like the Catrina Runway show and the largest Pan de Muertos ever made.

Guests may enjoy traditional holiday delicacies such as Dia de los Muertos breads, churros and aguas frescas. The event will be filled with fun the entire family can enjoy, such as themed face and body painting mask making and arts and crafts.

For more information on the Dia de los Muertos USA festival or to obtain General Admission or VIP tickets, visit www.diadelosmuertosusa.com or follow Dia de los Muertos USA on Facebook @Dia de los Muertos USA and on Twitter @DayOfTheDeadUSA. For more on non-conventional, highly creative branding Dia de los Muertos USA sponsorship opportunities or to obtain vendor information, contact [email protected].

About RODRI ENTERTAINMENT, LUZ ENTERTAINMENT
Rodri Entertainment, Luz Entertainment, founded in 1976 and headed by President and CEO Rodri J. Rodriguez, is an international entertainment production company. Rodriguez has played an instrumental role in the entertainment industry, her contributions can be seen as early as 1975 with the addition of the Latin Category to the Grammy Awards. Her international work has transcended boundaries across Mexico, Argentina, Chile, Brazil, Israel and Europe. Rodriguez is responsible for the creation of premier events such as the MARIACHI USA (1990) festival in Hollywood, Calif. Held at the Hollywood Bowl since its inception, MARIACHI USA was created to give mariachi music a forum for artistic expression and a way to celebrate the rich musical traditions that so many have come to enjoy. Most recently Rodriguez has created the two-day Dia de los Muertos USA (2014) festival in Coachella, Calif., a family oriented festival rooted in ancient Aztec tradition with focus on honoring the dead and celebrating the living through a celebratory experience featuring art, entertainment and culinary enjoyment. Rodriguez has served as Chair of the Board of Trustees for the Hollywood Arts Council and the Cultural Affairs Commission for the City of Los Angeles. She has received numerous advocacy awards and recognitions from many branches of government as well as other institutions including the Hollywood Arts Council’s Charlie Chaplin Award, the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce Hollywood’s Women of Distinction Award, the National Latina Business Women’s Association Business Woman of the Year Award and Latina Style Magazine’s Entrepreneur of the Year Award. Rodriguez currently serves on the Los Angeles County Fair Association and continues to create spectacular live event productions writing a new chapter in the world of entertainment.

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Chart-Topping Music Sensation Ariana Grande Announces The Honeymoon Tour In Support Of Her Billboard #1 Album, My Everything

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Chart-Topping Music Sensation Ariana Grande Announces The Honeymoon Tour In Support Of Her Billboard #1 Album, My Everything

– Pop Music’s Biggest Breakout Star of the Year Kicks Off First North American Headlining Tour on Feb. 25, 2015 in Kansas City, Mo. and Includes Dates at Arenas in 25 Cities Across the U.S. and Canada –

– Tickets On Sale Sept. 20 at LiveNation.com and through the Live Nation Mobile App –


LOS ANGELES, Sept. 10, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Pop music’s biggest breakout star of the year, Ariana Grande, announced today details for her first North American headlining tour in support of her Billboard #1 album, My Everything. Produced and promoted exclusively by Live Nation, THE HONEYMOON TOUR will kick off Feb. 25, 2015 at the Independence Event Center in Kansas City, Mo. The 25-date tour will visit arenas throughout the U.S. and Canada, including stops in Los Angeles, New York City, Toronto, Vancouver, Washington, D.C., Chicago, Dallas, Miami and more. Tickets go on sale Saturday, Sept. 20 at www.livenation.com and through the Live Nation mobile app.

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Always keeping her fans in mind, Ariana first revealed the tour dates via Fahlo—her new fan club—on Friday, Sept. 5. The innovative community even allows fans to interact and communicate about each tour date as well. Visit the hub here! Moreover, pre-sale tickets will go on sale for all fan club members who download the Fahlo app. Ariana fan club members and VIP Nation members will have access to the pre-sale starting Monday, Sept. 15 through Friday, Sept. 19. Citi® cardmembers will have access to pre-sale tickets beginning Tuesday, Sept. 16 at 4:00 p.m. local time through Citi’s Private Pass® Program. For complete pre-sale details, visit www.citiprivatepass.com.

ARIANA GRANDE initially landed at the top with her first full-length album for Republic Records, Yours Truly. It debuted at #1 on the Billboard Top 200, Billboard Digital Albums Chart and iTunes Overall Albums Chart. Moreover, it yielded the game-changing pop smash “The Way” featuring Mac Miller. One of 2013’s defining songs, the single went double-platinum, hit the Top 10 of the Billboard Hot 100 and reached #1 on the iTunes Overall Top Songs Chart. In the aftermath, she was named “Best New Artist” at the American Music Awards in 2013. GRANDE‘s magnetic charm, impressive voice and astounding presence have enchanted millions of fans worldwide. 2014 saw her reach incredible heights right out of the gate. The first single from her sophomore album, “Problem” featuring Iggy Azalea, saw her become the “youngest woman to debut with over 400K sold first-week”. In addition to ranking as the 5th “highest digital song debut for a female artist” and 9th highest ever, the platinum smash debuted at #1 in 65 countries, topping the iTunes overall Top Songs and Pop Songs charts for four weeks. Other accolades followed throughout the year, with GRANDE winning “Favorite Breakout Artist” at the People’s Choice Awards 2014, the “Young Influencer Award” at the iHeartRadio Music Awards, the “Radio Disney Chart Topper Award,” “Choice Female Artist” and “Choice Single – ‘Problem'” at the 2014 Teen Choice Awards, and more. At the 2014 MTV VMAs, “Problem” was named “Best Pop Video” as well. In 2014, she also became the first woman in history and the first artist since Michael Jackson to simultaneously have three songs in the Top 6 of the Digital Songs Chart. Still, the future looks brighter than ever as her star continues to rise.

ARIANA GRANDE – THE HONEYMOON TOUR
Tickets on sale Sept. 20 at www.livenation.com.
All dates, cities and venues below subject to change.

Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2015

Kansas City, MO

Independence Event Center

Saturday, Feb. 28, 2015

Milwaukee, WI

BMO Harris Bradley Center

Sunday, March 01, 2015

Saint Paul, MN

Xcel Energy Center

Tuesday, March 03, 2015

Chicago, IL

Allstate Arena

Thursday, March 05, 2015

Cleveland, OH

Quicken Loans Arena

Saturday, March 07, 2015

Detroit, MI

Joe Louis Arena

Sunday, March 08, 2015

Toronto, ON

Air Canada Centre

Tuesday, March 10, 2015

Pittsburgh, PA

Petersen Events Center

Thursday, March 12, 2015

Philadelphia, PA

Wells Fargo Center

Saturday, March 14, 2015

Uncasville, CT

Mohegan Sun Arena

Sunday, March 15, 2015

Boston, MA

DCU Center

Tuesday, March 17, 2015

Washington, DC

Patriot Center

Friday, March 20, 2015

New York, NY

Madison Square Garden

Tuesday, March 24, 2015

Atlanta, GA

Philips Arena

Thursday, March 26, 2015

Orlando, FL

Amway Center

Saturday, March 28, 2015

Miami, FL

American Airlines Arena

Tuesday, March 31, 2015

San Antonio, TX

AT&T Center

Wednesday, April 01, 2015

Dallas, TX

American Airlines Center

Friday, April 03, 2015

Houston, TX

Toyota Center

Monday, April 06, 2015

Phoenix, AZ

US Airways

Wednesday, April 08, 2015

Los Angeles, CA

The Forum

Friday, April 10, 2015

Anaheim, CA

Honda Center

Sunday, April 12, 2015

San Jose, CA

SAP Center

Tuesday, April 14, 2015

Seattle, WA

KeyArena

Thursday, April 16, 2015

Vancouver, BC

Pepsi Live at Rogers Arena

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