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This weekend, November 15, 16 and 17, Megan Hilty, the multi-talented star of NBC's Smash and Sean Saves the World, will take the Houston Symphony stage to pay special tribute to the tunes made famous by stars like Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Etta James and Dolly Parton. Along with vocalist Aaron Lazar, Hilty will perform cherished songs like 'The Lady is a Tramp,' 'The Best is Yet to Come' and '9 to 5.' The show wouldn't be complete without beloved classics 'Diamonds Are a Girl's Best Friend' and 'New York, New York,' as well as popular songs of Cole Porter, Harold Arlen and music from Ms. Hilty's upcoming album.

What would you do when your life is bombarded with a series of bad decisions and bad luck? That is what author Jim Walters went through. His life is full of confusion, and sometimes, situations are simply out of his control. In 'There Is No 'I' in Lucky,' he shares his story with a rich amount of humor and honesty.

On November 15, 16 and 17, Megan Hilty, the multi-talented star of NBC's Smash and Sean Saves the World, will take the Houston Symphony stage to pay special tribute to the tunes made famous by stars like Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Etta James and Dolly Parton. Along with vocalist Aaron Lazar, Hilty will perform cherished songs like "The Lady is a Tramp," "The Best is Yet to Come" and "9 to 5." The show wouldn't be complete without beloved classics "Diamonds Are a Girl's Best Friend" and "New York, New York," as well as popular songs of Cole Porter, Harold Arlen and music from Ms. Hilty's upcoming album.

Barnes & Noble, Inc. (NYSE:BKS), one of the nation's largest booksellers and the leading retailer of content, digital media and educational products, today announced that Barnes & Noble stores nationwide will host a free Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Hard Luck release party today, November 5.

Barnes & Noble, Inc. (NYSE:BKS), one of the nation's largest booksellers and the leading retailer of content, digital media and educational products, today announced that Barnes & Noble stores nationwide will host a free Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Hard Luck release party on Tuesday, November 5.

Today, only half of American children get the recommended amount of exercise 1, so it's more important than ever to take action and encourage kids to get out and get moving. The Quaker Oats Company, a subsidiary of PepsiCo, Inc., has a trusted 135 year heritage and understands the importance of helping to fuel healthy habits like eating nourishing foods and participating in physical activity. That is why Quaker and Fuel Up to Play 60, the nation's largest in-school wellness program, are proud to introduce the Make Your Move Video Contest.

Disney Channel kicks off its annual month-long 'Fa-la-la-lidays' programming event FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 29 with a special one-hour crossover of the hit comedies 'Good Luck Charlie' and 'Jessie,' featuring an original holiday song performed by 'Jessie' star (Debby Ryan). The month brimming with winter-themed episodes also includes a music-filled episode of 'Austin & Ally' -- featuring a duet with Austin (Ross Lynch) and Ally (Laura Marano) -- a 'Liv and Maddie' episode in which Liv (Dove Cameron) sings a classic holiday song, new episodes of 'A.N.T. Farm,' 'Dog With A Blog' and 'Wander Over Yonder' and favorite holiday movies including 'Good Luck Charlie, It's Christmas!,' 'Disney's A Christmas Carol,' 'The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause' and 'Santa Buddies.'

Peyton Manning and the Denver Broncos travel to Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Ind., to take on Andrew Luck and the Indianapolis Colts as Manning, who spent 13 years as the Colts quarterback, returns to Indianapolis for the first time on Sunday Night Football.

Hard Luck Sings The Blues, a modern comedy by Jay Huling, opens this weekend at the Washington County Playhouse Dinner Theater in Hagerstown, MD. Directed by Terry Moore, this modern comedy tells the story of Heinz, a.k.a. "Hard Luck" (Adam Blackstock), an awkward, self-conscious man who will do practically anything to impress the girl of his dreams, Linda (Amanda Cummings), on a date

In her 2012 autobiography 'In Transit: A 365-Day Transition from the Corporate World to You-Are-on-Your-Own-and-Good-Luck-with-That!' (published by iUniverse) author Gisele Aubin shares her experience of turning her career around in order to create a more fulfilling life.

Disney Channel stars Raini Rodriguez and Calum Worthy from the hit series 'Austin & Ally' will host 'Monstober,' Disney Channel's month-long Halloween celebration dedicated to all things spooky fun. Beginning TODAY, OCTOBER 1, this year's highlights include the season three premiere of 'Jessie,' premiere of the thrilling series 'Wolfblood,' new 'Gravity Falls' short-form series 'Dipper's Guide to the Unexplained,' an 'ear-raising' episode of the cartoon short 'Mickey Mouse,' and a special one-hour episode of 'Marvel's Ultimate Spider-Man,' guest starring Ross Lynch ('Austin & Ally,' 'Teen Beach Movie'). Popular series 'A.N.T. Farm,' 'Dog With a Blog,' 'Good Luck Charlie,' 'Liv and Maddie,' 'Phineas and Ferb,' 'Shake It Up,' and 'Wander Over Yonder' will feature all-new bone-chilling episodes.

First came the critically acclaimed novel by Amy Tan. Then came the equally praised film. Now comes the stage version of 'The Joy Luck Club,' which is at the Gallo Center for the Arts for one performance only on Friday, October 11, at 8 pm.

In her 2012 autobiography 'In Transit: A 365-Day Transition from the Corporate World to You-Are-on-Your-Own-and-Good-Luck-with-That!' (published by iUniverse) author Gisele Aubin shares her experience of turning her career around in order to create a more fulfilling life.

Disney Channel stars Raini Rodriguez and Calum Worthy from the hit series 'Austin & Ally' will host 'Monstober,' Disney Channel's month-long Halloween celebration dedicated to all things spooky fun. Beginning TUESDAY, OCTOBER 1, this year's highlights include the season three premiere of 'Jessie,' premiere of the thrilling series 'Wolfblood,' new 'Gravity Falls' short-form series 'Dipper's Guide to the Unexplained,' an 'ear-raising' episode of the cartoon short 'Mickey Mouse,' and a special one-hour episode of 'Marvel's Ultimate Spider-Man,' guest starring Ross Lynch ('Austin & Ally,' 'Teen Beach Movie'). Popular series 'A.N.T. Farm,' 'Dog With a Blog,' 'Good Luck Charlie,' 'Liv and Maddie,' 'Phineas and Ferb,' 'Shake It Up,' and 'Wander Over Yonder' will feature all-new bone-chilling episodes.

The Volunteer Pot Luck will be held at Playhouse on Park on September 15th at 4 PM. Beverages will be provided. Dishes brought to the pot luck should be 'ready to serve'. To sign up for bringing a food item (appetizer, side dish, entree, dessert) call 860-523-5900 x10, or email info@playhouseonpark.org.

In James Calderwood's Opal Eggs of Fire, the Nickols father and son team try their luck on opal mining in an attempt to rid themselves of the bank overdraft and save the farm from imminent foreclosure. After finding a bonanza find of good opal, however, they stumble upon prehistoric black opal dinosaur eggs .One which hatches to a hungry very nasty creature capable of bringing about death and destruction. This mind-expanding book takes readers to Kimba, a farming community in Eyre Peninsula, South Australia, where they will gain a deeper understanding of the variances of the rural industry as it depicts the difficulties of living on overdraft during extended periods of drought.

The wait is over for Wimpy Kid fans. The brand new eye-popping lime green cover for the eighth book Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Hard Luck has been revealed today!

As Luck Would Have It (published by Trafford Publishing) is an unsophisticated and candid account of childhood, weaves of joy, sorrows, boyhood antics and a sprinkling of earthy humor.

Singer-songwriter Kelsi Luck, recently signed to a singles deal with eOne, is announcing an exclusive writing collaboration with Claudia Mills, one of the UK's preeminent pop songwriters.

Renaissance House: A Retreat for Writers and Other Artists in historic Oak Bluffs, Martha's Vineyard celebrates July 4th at 4pm with a free pot luck picnic and group reading of Frederick Douglass's famous speech 'What Does The Fourth of July Mean to a Negro?' on the Little Bridge on State Beach in Oak Bluffs. 'The year is 1852, slavery of black people is still in effect. In Rochester, NY, Frederick Douglass is invited to speak about what the fourth of July means for slaves. He is in a bind. He praises the American founding fathers yet, he must condemn slavery,' explained Abigail McGrath, founder of Renaissance House. 'Remember, Douglass had escaped from slavery. In the speech, he tells the audience that they have gathered to celebrate the Fourth of July, but he reminds them, without being bitter, that the nation is young, and, like a young child, it is still impressionable and capable of positive changes.' Fred Collins, a longtime cultural advocate in Oak Bluffs, will start the readings. The program will continue with members from the audience reciting passages from Frederick Douglass' historic speech. The will also be a pot luck dinner, where people are invited to share their favorite dishes. 'Renaissance House is located in Oak Bluffs, an historic black community. It was inspired by cousins Helene Johnson and Dorothy West, writers from the Harlem Renaissance,' said McGrath. 'To celebrate the Fourth of July, it is important for Renaissance House to explore the words of writer Frederick Douglass on his thoughts of this important American holiday.' Renaissance House Retreat provides writers and artists with a subsidized retreat away from life's responsibilities and the space in which to create new works of art. Renaissance House is one of the few retreats designed for issue-oriented writers, writers of color and writers of social justice.' Renaissance House Fellows for 2013 include Afaa Michael Weaver, Pushcart Award-winning poet, playwright and director of the Zora Neale Hurston Literary Center at Simmons College. In addition, Renaissance House holds a weekly salon series that is free to the public and is sponsored by the Helene Johnson and Dorothy West Foundation For Artists In Need. It is held at 31 Pennacook Avenue in Oak Bluffs. Dessert is served after each salon. From July to August, the Renaissance House Salon Series will host a free memoir writing workshop with Susan Klein on Mondays and on Tuesdays there will be guest speakers. The Renaissance House Salon Series schedule is: 7:30 PM Monday, July 8, Susan Klein, Memoir Writing 7:30 PM Tuesday, July 9, Shana Mahaffey, Surviving as a Writer 7:30 PM Monday, July 15, Susan Klein, Memoir Writing 7:30 PM Tuesday, July 16, Holly Nadler, How To Blossom From the Shadow Of Your Husband 7:30 PM Monday, July 22, Susan Klein, Memoir Writing 7:30 PM Tuesday, July 23, Cynthia Riggs, Mysterious Matters 7:30 PM Monday, July 29, Susan Klein, Memoir Writing 7:30 PM Tuesday, July 30, Jessica Harris, Food As Thought 7:30 PM Monday, August 5, Susan Klein, Memoir Writing 7:30 PM Tuesday, August 6, TBA The Renaissance House Salon Series and July 4 programs are free and open to the public. Please RSVP for a reservation. For more information call Renaissance House at 917-747-0367.

Isle of Capri Casinos, Inc. (NASDAQ:ISLE) and Nemacolin Woodlands Resort announced today that Lady Luck Casino Nemacolin opened to the public at noon today to enthusiastic crowds. Lady Luck Casino Nemacolin, which is located approximately 70 miles south of Pittsburgh, created over 350 construction jobs, received approximately 2500 job applications and hired over 500 employees.

FAYETTE COUNTY, Pa., July 1, 2013 - Isle of Capri Casinos, Inc. (NASDAQ: ISLE) and Nemacolin Woodlands Resort announced today that Lady Luck Casino Nemacolin opened to the public at noon today to enthusiastic crowds. Lady Luck Casino Nemacolin, which is located approximately 70 miles south of Pittsburgh, created over 350 construction jobs, received approximately 2500 job applications and hired over 500 employees.

The Ann Richards School for Young Women Leaders, a unique all-girls school founded to educate young women, sent Tony nominee Holland Taylor an adorable video wishing her luck this weekend at the 2013 awards. Check it out below!

Part of the challenge of presenting a classic musical like GUYS AND DOLLS is trying to keep something that everyone is familiar with coming across like a stale piece of bread. Since its Broadway premiere in 1950, nearly every high school drama department and community theater has taken the shot at the Frank Loesser-penned musical for nearly six decades. 'Luck Be A Lady' has become a calling card for Las Vegas and many artists including duets by Frank Sinatra and Chrissie Hynde of the Pretenders and Dee Snider and Clay Aiken have tried their hand at the song.

The Sugar-daddy Theatre Company's production of LADY LUCK is a pretty bleak affair. Relentlessly nihilistic, the play is set in Cape Town's seedy underbelly, a world in which exotic dancers mingle with mobsters and where loan sharks circle their unfortunate prey.