PR Newswire Entertainment Weekly RoundUp for Week Ending Friday, June 3, 2005

PR Newswire Entertainment Weekly RoundUp for Week Ending Friday, June 3, 2005

The following is a select summary of the top entertainment-related press releases transmitted this week by PR Newswire. The full text of these releases is available at no charge to journalists on PR Newswire for Journalists, http://www.prnewswire.com/media.

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1. C'mon & Play & Win With the See America's Treasures Game!

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Caption: What's the official name of the Michigan waterfall nicknamed Root Beer Falls? Questions like this and many more can be found at www.SeeAmerica.org in an online trivia quiz called the "See America's Treasures Game," a new campaign to promote U.S. tourism. Answer three questions and be entered to win vacations to destinations from Alaska to New York. The website is also a comprehensive resource for planning trips, offering everything from event listings and maps to suggested itineraries and weather reports.

Contact: Cathy Keefe of Travel Industry Association of America, +1-202-408-2183, ckeefe@tia.org

2. AmsterJam to Hit NYC

Major Summer Music Festival Features Top Acts in Rock and Hip-Hop

Individual Sets Capped by Unique Collaborations in Biggest Mash-Up Concert Ever

Red Hot Chili Peppers and Snoop Dogg Set to Headline Day-Long Event at NYC's Randall's Island on August 20

Full text of the release is available at: http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2960190

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Caption: AmsterJam to Hit NYC on August 20th 2005.

Contact: Paula Witt, pwitt@shorefire.com, or Rebecca Shapiro, rshapiro@shorefire.com, at Shore Fire Media, +1-718-522-7171, both for Heineken USA; Anu Rao, Anu.Rao@eurorscg.com, at Euro RSCG Magnet, +1-212-367-6880, for Heineken USA; Dan Tearno of Heineken USA, +1-914-681-4113

3. Heineken USA Introduces Luxury Light Beer ... Heineken Premium Light Lager

- Product to First Appear in Four Key US Test Markets in June 2005 -

Full text of the release is available at: http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2959887

An accompanying high-resolution photo is available at: NEWSCOM: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050531/NYTU089

Caption: Heineken premium light lager bottle.

Contact: Marvin Mack, +1-212-367-6869, marvin.mack@eurorscg.com, or Russell Schaffer, +1-212-367-6825, both of Euro RSCG Magnet; or Dan Tearno of Heineken USA, +1-914-681-4113, dtearno@heinekenusa.com

4. ZEN(TM) and the Art of Cocktail Harmony

Introduction of First-Ever, Super-Premium Green Tea Liqueur Offers the Cocktail Culture a Unique Taste from the Far East

Full text of the release is available at: http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2960854

An accompanying high-resolution photo is available at: NEWSCOM: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050601/NYW024

Caption: ZEN(TM) Green Tea Liqueur.

Contact: Kiwan Anderson of Nike Communications, Inc., +1-646-654-3438, kanderson@nikecomm.com; or Sarah Bessette of Allied Domecq Spirits, +1-203-221-5506, sarah_bessette@adsw.com

5. Introducing Arbor Mist Minis - New 187ml Glass Bottles Perfect For Casual, Single Serve Enjoyment

7th National Advertising Campaign & Largest Retail Promotion Ever

Full text of the release is available at: http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2962838

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Caption: Canandaigua Wine Company is the popular and premium wine company of Constellation Wines, a division of Constellation Brands, Inc. enjoyment.

Photo #2. NEWSCOM: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050602/LATH085

Caption: Arbor Mist Minis: new 187ml glass bottles perfect for casual, single serve enjoyment.

Contact: Lisa Farrell of Canandaigua Wine Company, +1-585-396-7184, Lisa.Farrell@cwine.com

6. Krispy Kreme Celebrates Doughnut Day

Stop by Krispy Kreme for a free doughnut of your choice on Friday, June 3rd, 2005

Full text of the release is available at: http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2960635

An accompanying high-resolution photo is available at: NEWSCOM: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050601/NYW070

Caption: Krispy Kreme celebrates National Doughnut Day.

Contact: Kendra Borowski, +1-212-242-9353, x 160, kendra@laforce-stevens.com for Krispy Kreme Doughnuts, Inc.

7. Fundue Foods Introduces Fundue Fountain, the Home Version of the Popular Chocolate Dipping Machines

Full text of the release is available at: http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2961861

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Caption: The new Fundue Fountain is a high quality affordable home version of the popular chocolate dipping machines.

Contact: Larry Goldman, +1-818-380-8045, or Christine Oppenheim, +1-818-380-8029, both of LMNO Productions, for Fundue Foods

8. 'FRENCH WOMEN DON'T GET FAT' Exceeds One Million Copies in Print

Best-selling Book Becomes a Cause Celebre

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Photo #1 NEWSCOM: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050602/LATH082-a

Caption: Author, Mireille Guiliano.

Photo #2 NEWSCOM: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050602/LATH082-b

Caption: "French Women Don't Get Fat" - Book cover jacket.

Contact: Sheila O'Shea, Publicity Manager, Alfred A. Knopf, +1-212-572-2151, soshea@randomhouse.com

9. It's Stars, Stripes and Big-Name Stars in Philadelphia for Fourth of July; Elton John, Patti LaBelle, Dave Matthews, Will Smith, Sarah McLachlan and Stevie Wonder Are Among Those Performing in America's Birthplace Over the Weekend

Full text of the release is available at: http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2961857

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Caption: Fireworks blazing over the Philadelphia Museum of Art are just part of the Fourth of July tradition in Philadelphia. The city's 2005 Independence Day weekend celebration, taking place from July 1-4, promises to be one of the most momentous in history, with long-established patriotic remembrances and large-scale music events, including free performances by Elton John, Patti LaBelle, Dave Matthews, Will Smith, Bon Jovi, Stevie Wonder, the Philadelphia Orchestra and dozens of other artists.

Contact: Cara Schneider, Greater Philadelphia Tourism Marketing Corporation, +1-215-599-0789, +1-215-206-2034 (cell), cara@gptmc.com

10. Procter & Gamble and Warner Bros. Pictures Announce 'Sisterhood' Between New Movie and Popular Teen Web Site

The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants and beinggirl.com Help Girls Address Self-Esteem, Relationships and Growing Up

Full text of the release is available at: http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2961152

An accompanying high-resolution photo is available at: NEWSCOM: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050601/NYW118

Caption: Masiela Lusha, of the hit series "The George Lopez Show," interviews Blake Lively, star of the new movie, The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants, at the Los Angeles premiere last night on behalf of P&G's beinggirl.com, a sponsor of the film along with Herbal Essences(R)and Thermacare(R).

Contact: Michelle Vaeth, PROCTER & GAMBLE, +1-513-634-4977, vaeth.mj@pg.com; Stacy Ivers, WARNER BROS. PICTURES, +1-818-954-6228, stacy.ivers@warnerbros.com

11. Hollywood Elite in Need of 'Bodyguards' Call on Midwestern Company to Protect Valuable Assets

Full text of the release is available at: http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2960087

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Caption: Chris Rock signs a Schutt Sports helmet at premiere of "The Longest Yard."

Contact: Danielle Hugger for Schutt Sports, +1-314-982-7738

12. TV Land Honors the Life of Iconic Hollywood Actor Eddie Albert

Full text of the release is available at: http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2959008

An accompanying high-resolution photo is available at: NEWSCOM: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050527/NYF093

Caption: Eddie Albert.

Contact: Rachel Lizerbram of TV Land & Nick at Nite, +1-212-846-4412; or Lindsey Schiff-Abrams of MTV Networks, +1-310-752-8082

13. Linens 'n Things Teams with Decorator Nate Berkus to Launch Exclusive Collection

Full text of the release is available at: http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2962134

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Caption: Linens 'n Things teams with decorator Nate Berkus to launch exclusive collection.

For any photo usage, please credit photo as follows: Photo Credit/Fernando Bengoechea.

Contact: Madonna Marenda of Hill & Knowlton, +1-312-255-3143, MMarenda@hillandknowlton.com

14. Ener1 Group Sponsors 2005 Ferrari North America 360 Challenge Series

Technology Investment Group Partners With Prestigious Race Series

Full text of the release is available at: http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2962030

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Caption: The Ener1 Group #8 Ferrari 360 Challenge competing in Las Vegas.

Contact: Regan Morgan, Ener1 Group, +1-954-202-4442, or +1-954-288-3006

15. Debra Lee to Become CEO Successor to BET Founder & CEO Robert Johnson Effective June 2

Full text of the release is available at: http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2962022

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Caption: Black Entertainment Television (BET) has named Debra L. Lee as its new President and CEO, succeeding BET founder Robert L. Johnson, who will retire from the cable network in January 2006. Lee, a 19-year veteran of BET, had been the network's President and Chief Operating Officer prior to her promotion. BET is the nation's leading network providing programming for the African-American audience.

Contact: Michael Lewellen of BET, +1-202-608-2003, or michael.lewellen@bet.net

16. Mickey Welcomes ASIMO to Disneyland's 50th Anniversary; Honda's Humanoid Robot Has New 'Home' Inside Park

- All-New Robotics Stage Show Opens as Part of Park's Milestone Celebration -

Full text of the release is available at: http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2961556

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Caption: Mickey Mouse today (Wednesday, June 1) welcomed Honda's ASIMO, the world's most advanced humanoid robot, to its new home at Disneyland. Guests visiting the park's popular "Innoventions" attraction can now see ASIMO (Advanced Step in Innovative Mobility) in an all-new live science show, Say 'Hello' to Honda's ASIMO, opening June 2 as part of the park's 50th Anniversary celebration.

Contact: Carrie Ecklund of Honda, +1-310-783-3299; or Joe Aguirre of Disneyland Resort, +1-714-781-4500

17. British-Style Scenic Charter Tours Set to Hit Las Vegas Strip

Investment Banker Banking on London Bus Company, Unveils Double- Decker Buses for Historical Tours

Full text of the release is available at: http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2958860

An accompanying high-resolution photo is available at: NEWSCOM: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050527/LAF015

Caption: An authentic British double-decker bus on Fremont Street in Las Vegas, bringing another novelty from around the world to the Entertainment Capital of the World. Scenic charters are set to begin in July, pending TSA approval. The charter bus service will offer live guides narrating the history of Las Vegas to passengers while traveling from downtown to the South Las Vegas Strip.

Contact: Stephen Miller of Preferred Public Relations & Marketing, +1-702-254-5704, Stephen@preferredpublicrelations.com, for London Transport Corporation

PRNewswire -- June 3

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