"Breaking the Veils: Women Artists from the Islamic World" Included at ARABESQUE: Arts of the Arab World February 23-March 15, 2009

"Breaking the Veils: Women Artists from the Islamic World" Included at ARABESQUE: Arts of the Arab World February 23-March 15, 2009

The ArtReach Foundation, an Atlanta-based nonprofit chosen to be the Exclusive Presenter for the US Tour of "Breaking the Veils: Women Artists from the Islamic World", is honored to announce that selected works from the Exhibition will be displayed at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts during ARABESQUE: Arts of the Arab World Festival, a three-week celebration of Arab arts and culture. The festival is presented in cooperation with the League of Arab States.

(PRWEB) February 22, 2009 -- The ArtReach Foundation, an Atlanta-based nonprofit chosen to be the Exclusive Presenter for the US Tour of "Breaking the Veils: Women Artists from the Islamic World", is honored to announce that selected works from the Exhibition will be displayed at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts during ARABESQUE: Arts of the Arab World Festival, a three-week celebration of Arab arts and culture. The festival is presented in cooperation with the League of Arab States.

US Tour Co-Chairs, Katrina Griessman and Mitzi Prochnow, along with Susan Anderson, the CEO & Founder of The ArtReach Foundation, will be in Washington DC for the Opening Festivities.

"For all of us who have worked on the US Tour of "Breaking the Veils," to have selected works included in such an extraordinary event is the culmination of a dream", said Griessman. She went on to say, "This collection of artwork is more than just a tour of art. I see it as a kind of global diplomatic initiative…through the use of art. The ARABESQUE is absolutely the perfect place for some of the women artists' work from "Breaking the Veils" to be shown".

The artworks are drawn from the permanent collection of the Jordan National Gallery of Fine Arts in Amman. The exhibition brings together the contemporary work of female artists from the Arab and Islamic world in an attempt to break the stereotypes attached to women who live there. The works on display address issues related to gender, the environment, politics, nationalism, social mores, and include abstract works that convey purely aesthetic values. For Arabesque, the Kennedy Center has created an exclusive installation using 29 paintings by the 26 Arab artists participating in the exhibit. The media are as varied as their subjects and include: oils, acrylics, watercolors, inks, gouaches, dry cacti, silkscreen, etching, collage and treated photographic print.

Susan Anderson, of The ArtReach Foundation, said that, "We are honored that the Royal Society of Fine Arts of Jordan, and the Pan Mediterranean Women's Artists Network (F.A.M.) of Greece, the organizers of "Breaking the Veils", selected us to bring this remarkable exhibition to the U.S. Now, to have selections of the exhibit's artwork shown as part of this unprecedented event in our nation's capital only adds to that honor. It is truly an opportunity to advance cross-cultural understanding and dialogue, a strong need at this time in our global history." She added that, "There are several common denominators that exist between "Breaking the Veils" and The ArtReach Foundation. Both use the arts to build understanding and bridge a connection across divides that may have been generated by great pain and disrespect for humanity. And, after a decade of working its way from Bosnia eastward, like "Breaking the Veils", The ArtReach Foundation plans to become established in Jordan, where it will build the ArtReach Middle East Institute to train teachers in the use of the arts for healing.

Under the tireless leadership of the two U.S. Tour Co-Chairs, Griessman and Prochnow, whose thirty year friendship began at Harvard in an art history class, then continued in Washington where they were both students at American University, this initiative has become a passion. The Tour's 3-year commitment was launched at the William J. Clinton Presidential Center last June, and is now slated to open in September 2009 at Yale University. Ms. Griessman, a former Wall Street institutional fixed income salesperson, turned full-time volunteer, and Ms. Prochnow had been looking for an inspiring project to work on together. That project came when the two of them accompanied Ms. Anderson to an International Peace Forum on Rhodes, Greece in 2002, where she had been invited to speak about The ArtReach Foundation's work in Bosnia, and the use of the creative expressive arts as a means to help heal from trauma. It was then that all three women had a chance to see the exhibit's artworks, inaugurated at that event by Her Majesty Queen Rania Al-Abdullah of Jordan. Ms. Prochnow remembers from her first impression until now, "This exhibit provides the viewer with an opportunity to break the veils of misunderstanding and misconception, and thus, to embrace all humanity's universal similarities, instead of differences." Since that 2002 inauguration, the full 72 works of art have traveled to 21 venues throughout Europe and Australia.

Delta Air Lines is the major sponsor for this U.S. Tour.

http://www.artreachfoundation.org

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Contact Information Katrina Griessman

The ArtReach Foundation

http://www.artreachfoundation.org

(678) 778-3762

Mitzi Prochnow

(706) 341-1518

Separating Fact from Bioidentical Hype

Separating Fact from Bioidentical Hype

Hot from Menopausal Symptoms and Bothered by the Media Hype about Hormone Replacement? People are hearing about bioidentical hormone replacement along with more traditional types of prescribed hormone medication from the Oprah show and other media. Lets separate Fact from Fiction. The word "bioidentical" is not an accurate medical description of this new, unregulated substance and it certainly is not exactly like the hormones the body produces otherwise there would not be a measurable and clinically evident toxic build-up in the body. In "Revitalize Your Hormones: Dr. Dale's 7 Steps to a Happier, Healthier, and Sexier You" (Wiley; May 2005), Dr. Theresa Dale offers a medically proven natural alternative to invasive and dangerous hormone replacement therapies. Dale invented the world's only clinically proven, FDA registered, homeopathic hormone rejuvenation formulas used for restoring hormone balance without side effects.

(PRWEB) February 19, 2009 -- Hot from Menopausal Symptoms and Bothered by the Media Hype about Hormone Replacement? People are hearing about bioidentical hormone replacement along with more traditional types of prescribed hormone medication from the Oprah show and other media. Lets separate Fact from Fiction. The new buzz word "bioidentical" is deceptive. It's not an accurate medical description of this new, unregulated substance and it is not exactly like the body produces. Clearly there is a measurable and clinically evident toxic build-up in the body.

Bioidentical hormone replacement is not natural even though it originates from yam or soy; it has been compounded and thus a synthetic. That's right; health providers perform thousands of before and after saliva tests on patients and it is clear that there is a toxic build up of all hormone replacement including bioidentical HRT.

Women are wary of recent warnings linking hormone replacement therapy with an increased risk for heart disease, stroke and breast cancer, more and more women are turning to alternative and natural ways to balance their hormone levels. Studies have shown that using hormones such as Prempro, Othro-Prefest or Premphase and bioidentical HRT causes the body to shut down production of its own hormones creating a dependency. Hormone replacement therapy can also elevate existing hormone levels to toxically high amounts, which can tax the adrenal glands, burden the liver, kidneys, and circulatory and immune systems.

Yet, there is a superior way to get both clinically proven and evidence based relief without being exposed to the toxic effects of ALL of these drugs. Health providers throughout the US are using FDA registered NuFem & EndoPure Homeopathic Hormone Rejuvenation, developed by Theresa Dale, ND, CCN, NP.

In "Revitalize Your Hormones: Dr. Dale's 7 Steps to a Happier, Healthier, and Sexier You" (Wiley; May 2005; $15.95/Paper), Dr. Theresa Dale offers a medically proven alternative to invasive and dangerous hormone replacement therapies. With over 20 years of experience as a Naturopathic Doctor, Certified Clinical Nutritionist and researcher, Dr. Dale has helped women balance their hormone levels through safe, non-toxic program. The world's only clinically proven homeopathic hormone rejuvenation formulas used for restoring hormone balance without side effects. These formulas actually produce healthy hormone levels in women of various ages, and eliminate symptoms such as hot flashes, mood swings, low libido, low energy and irregular menses. The formulas are FDA approved and regulated and are prepared at an FDA registered pharmacy. The remedy goes through a lengthy preparation processes. For example, an herb or substance is diluted and prepared in a manner so that just a micro amount of the original substance is left in the final formula. This method of natural preparation enhances all the properties of the herb and amplifies its efficacy. Homeopathic medicine has been used for 200 years throughout the world, and is natural without toxic side effects. See The Wellness Center website for more education about Homeopathy.

The medical establishment's approach to balancing hormones fails to embrace the concept of the body as a natural living system that is capable of self-repair. Its regimens are based on the premise that people need to look outside our bodies for hormone help via one-size-fits-all drugs. The only hormones that are safe for the human body are the ones the body makes. By using a totally natural and homeopathic program, it is possible to restore emotional, physical and sexual health by following simple and safe individualized nutritional and exercise guidelines.

For more information, call Theresa Dale's office at 866 962 6484.

Theresa Dale, ND, CCN, NP

Founder, The Wellness Center For Research & Education, Inc.

Dean, California College of Natural Medicine

www.wellnesscenter.net

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Contact Information Theresa Dale

The Wellness Center

http://www.wellnesscenter.net

866 962 6484

Dr. Theresa Dale, ND, CCN, NP

The Wellness Center

http://www.wellnesscenter.net

805 984 7200

Medical Spa Industry Expert Presents Opening a Successful MedSpa and the Recession

Medical Spa Industry Expert Presents Opening a Successful MedSpa and the Recession

Entrepreneurs, Hospitals, and Physicians all want to know how to open a successful MedSpa during the recession. Francis X. Acunzo, Medical Spa Business Expert will address this topic during his upcoming Acara Webinar on Tuesday February 24th.

Branford, CT (PRWEB) February 20, 2009 -- On Tuesday, February 24 at 1:00 p.m. EST, Acara is hosting the webinar, How to Open a Successful Medical Spa presented by Medical Spa industry expert, Francis X. Acunzo. As a special feature, to this Webinar, he will discuss the recession and its impact on launching a MedSpa or Aesthetic Cosmetic Practice.

"Most people don't' know that Trader Joe's, Hewlett-Packard, Microsoft, Disney and 16 of the 30 companies that make up the Dow Industrial Average were all started during a recession or depression." states Francis X. Acunzo (http://www.acaramedspas.com/team.html), "Every week, I am asked, 'should I open a Medical Spa now, in the middle of this recession?' My research shows that many successful businesses launched during recessions. In addition, there might be some advantages that I will discuss during this upcoming Webinar"

Mr. Acunzo will also touch on the "Four Cs": concept, credibility, collateral and credit that you need to finance a project during a tight credit environment. In addition, he will review Acara's development steps to opening and launching a successful MedSpa or Aesthetic Practice.

This Webinar is for anyone currently developing or contemplating opening a Medical Spa or Aesthetic Practice, now or in the near future. Registration is complimentary and Opening a Successful MedSpa webinar is being held Tuesday, February 24 at 10:00 a.m. PST and 1:00 p.m. EST. Register here (https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/989870261).

For companies seeking to tap into Acara's expertise and knowledge you can go to their blog (http://spabusinessmd.com/) which is a business resource for MedSpa owners and operators, visit their website (http://www.acaramedspas.com/) to learn how they can support you in developing, managing or marketing your spa or aesthetic business or attend their weekly complimentary Medical Spa business webinars (http://www.acaramedspas.com/events.html).

About Acara Partners:

Acara is the business team for the spa industry offering turnkey solutions to owners, operators, physicians and investors seeking to develop, manage and market their Spa, Medical Spa, Wellness Center, Cosmetic or Aesthetic Practice. Acara is led by industry leader Francis X. Acunzo and his team of expert consultants with over 25 years of spa, med spa and retail healthcare experience. To learn more visit: www.acarapartners.com .

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Contact Information Francis Acunzo

Acara Partners

http://www.acarapartners.com

203-488-0028 +303

What Would You Do With An Extra $1,000?

What Would You Do With An Extra $1,000?

It's estimated that Americans spend about $40 billion annually on diet and weight loss products.Weight gain from fat is a worldwide problem, and the United States ranks among the highest in developed countries. Experts are predicting "being fat" will be the norm in America by 2010. What does that tell you? Do NOT do what overweight people are doing!

Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) February 19, 2009 -- It's estimated that Americans spend about $40 billion annually on diet and weight loss products. Some programs, especially those that require special foods, can cost $1,000 or more per year. Yet many people still find themselves having to lose the same 10 pounds--plus an additional 10, 20, or 30 pounds--over and over again. That's because they're not taking advantage of the most important tool they have--their minds. In her new book "HEAD OVER MEALS (http://www.headovermeals.com)", weight loss expert Lee Betchley provides simple strategies that can help you change the way you think about food and weight, and achieve and maintain a healthy weight forever!

"Head Over Meals" is not a book about what to eat. "Head Over Meals" is not about building and exercise program. The only way to achieve permanent weight loss is to become a healthy person. To do this, you must plug into the way a healthy slender person thinks and behaves without being consciously aware of it.

"After almost a decade of working with people who have spent of lifetime of battling their weight issues and personal research including seminars, groups and one-on-one with specialists," states Ms. Betchley, "I have discovered the secret to winning the war."

Ms. Betchley goes on to explain: "Over the years I have discovered the best way to assist my clients is by giving them the tools of 'control'. My published articles on how to change one's beliefs, attitude and behavior have given me the title of one of the best authorities on weight loss clients by the American Hypnosis Association and other therapists in the Los Angeles area. And now I am making those steps available to the general public."

Health does not come by chance, education, or hard work alone. Being healthy is a lifestyle. This weight loss book gives a clear formula to create the mental retraining that is needed to make any weight loss lifelong. This is a self-paced / self-aware book that assists the reader in understanding why and what problems exists, why they might have failed to maintain health in the past and how to begin a permanent healthy lifestyle. Utilizing these step-by-step instructions will assist the reader to align themselves mentally with their physical actions. This book is the last weight loss book a person will ever need.

No matter where you are in your health and weight loss journey today--whether obese, overweight, or stuck on a plateau--this book will help you. If you're one of those Americans spending money on diet programs that just aren't working for you, stop! Instead, put your HEAD OVER MEALS--and start thinking about what you could do with the money you save.

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Contact Information Lee Betchley

HEAD OVER MEALS-Thinking Your Way To Being Thin

http://www.headovermeals.com/thebook.html

818 486-9219