National recording artists, Soul Circus Cowboys, will perform on July 10th during a benefit at Big Belly Burgers in Brandon, Florida for the families of two Tampa fallen Police Officers.

Lead singer, Billy McKnight, of Soul Circus Cowboys stated, “This is the time for our community to not only commemorate the lives of two superior Police Officers, but also to provide financial support for their loved ones in need. We invite everyone to come out, enjoy some fellowship, listen to some great music and help out the families.”

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Walk-trough the dropzone (Sebastian Florida)

SKYDIVING!!! You’ve heard the word, seen pictures of parachutes, and perhaps seen people in free fall. To almost everyone it looks like fun, but the thought of leaping out of an airplane inhibits many from trying it. For those that have always wanted to fly like a bird, to experience flight in its truest form, SKYDIVING is it!

See Florida’s Treasure Coast as even the area’s millionaires do not. Head three hours north of Miami for a panoramic freefall that includes birds-eye views of the Atlantic Ocean and Sebastian Inlet. Take your first jump ever or train for team competition at Skydive Sebastian – immodestly billed the “World’s Most Scenic Drop Zone.” The facilities serve as the main campus for Skydive University, which operates a Super Otter and two Twin Otters and teaches everyone from beginners to the most advanced competition divers. Train for your first tandem, then take the plunge from 10,000 feet.

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Judyth Piazza chats with Forrest Fyr, Author of Poet Tree ‘Forever Memories’ (Click here to Listen)

Born in Haverhill, MA and raised in Bradford, MA Forrest Fyr had spent his early years listening to music and imagining a world full of unicorns and dragons. He started writing poetry in the late 1980’s and established himself as a poet in 1991 with the creation of over one hundred poems during the year of his high school graduation. Since that time, Forrest has written over 400 individual poems.Forrest attended University of Massachusetts in Lowell, MA between 1994-1996 where he studied chemical engineering, while working full time with a semi-conductor manufacturer. After becoming burnt out he soon became a financial planner in southern New Hampshire and educated himself within the life insurance industry for 5 years before his health declined in 2004. Throughout this time span Forrest continued to write poetry, engaging in different methods of writing, but continued his unique style of recording when he wrote each poem.

Forrest. left college before earning his degree. It took quite a toll on him to work and study at the same time. It finally did catch up with him while working in the insurance field where he became more ill. After some time he discovered that he was sexually abused as a child and was groomed by two adults. This in turn led to the arrest of one individual. After coming to the conclusion that he was not going to suffer any longer he decided to move on and publish his works. Forrest wanted to start over and erase some of the memories that haunted his past so he got out of the hometown area in which he grew up. He lives with his fiancee, his Jack Russell Terrier Orion, several cats and a cockatail named Faith.

http://www.forrestfyr.com/ 

The American Perspective is a cutting edge radio program that is full of inspiration and information. It`s intended to help people succeed in life. Each week the American Perspective features celebrity guests from around the nation such as Zig Ziglar, Yolanda King, Maya Angelou, Billy D. Williams, Tony Little, Mark Victor Hansen, Dave Ramsey and many many more.

“It`s the next generation of Inter-tainment” 

For More Information: judy@thesop.orgSource: The Student Operated Press

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Students of the Unusual heads to San Diego Comic-Con

Haven Distributors, the alternative comic distributor, has invited the creators of the independent horror-adventure series Students of the Unusual to be guests at this year’s San Diego Comic-Con July 21-25th. They will be joined by Mike Kingston of the best wrestling comic in publication “Headlocked” and Chuck Sellner of Visionary Comics!

Terry Cronin of 3 Boys Productions and creator of Students of the Unusual says “We’ll be promoting Students of the Unusual and our new television show “Adventure Chefs” (www.adventure-chefs.com) And we will also be promoting our new hard-boiled detective novel “The Skinvestigator:Tramp Stamp”"

They will also be handing out a unique collectible by golden age great Allen Bellman-his first new comic work in 50 years! Students of the Unusual continues to break media boundaries and capitalize on bringing the comic book to wider audiences. Cronin says ‘Stop by and say howdy!”

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Come join the fun for the firework Festivities – All Day – Parade 8:30 am – 9 p.m. Fireworks

Sebastian
Saturday July 3, 2010
The annual parade marches off in the morning down Indian River Drive, ending at Riverview Park with an all-day event featuring crafters and food vendors. Fireworks to follow in the evening.

When: 8:30 am-Parade begins. 9 p.m.-Fireworks

Where: Indian River Drive &; Riverview Park-the park is located at the intersection of US Highway 1 and Route 512, Sebastian, FL

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Judyth Piazza chats with Jane Faraco, Executive Chef at STAX Restaurant, Vero Beach, Florida (Click here to listen)

Executive Chef Jane Faraco, husband Chef Jim along with son-in-law Josh Niebels are stacked for success.

The trio recently opened STAX, located at 1931 Old Dixie Highway, which was the former site of The Undertow Restaurant on April 22 with the intent to immerse themselves in the urban downtown area of Vero Beach, Florida.

After the Faracos sold their New Hope, PA restaurant Havana and retired to Vero Beach, the couple knew that they still had something to give to the community.

“I got the concept for STAX after watching Emeril and his ability to stack and layer flavors. This is one of the things that makes STAX unique,” said Jane.

STAX is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.

STAX Restaurant

1931 Old Dixie Highway

Vero Beach, FL 32960

(772) 770-0977

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The Comedy Zone – June 2010

Chris Cope
Chris started his Stand Up comedy career in Gainesville, Florida.  Chris has quickly moved up as a powerful force in the comedy scene today.  His rural upbringing only adds a colorful flavor to a show that is vibrant with images. Chris brings his life experiences to the stage that is not only hilarious but something that all audiences can relate to.

In a business, were nicknames can be a cliché, Chris more than lives up to his name.  Chris is not only the big portion in size, but also in the size of the laughs he delivers at every show. His enduring “Boy Next Door” charm, guarantees audiences of all ages will be in for a laugh filled evening of fun. Chris’s high speed energy and wit keeps an on audience on the edge of their seats during the entire show.

Shaun Jones
Shaun’s act covers a wide range of subjects: from good relationships gone bad; living with bad credit; the strip club experience; black and white people in heaven; trips to the Bahamas; and the night club scene. Shaun’s greatest strength is his ability to travel to any town or city and win over every crowd.

Like an accomplished chef, Shaun’s comedy performances combine a cup of truth, a spoonful of originality and a double twist of humor. When Shaun takes the stage, he mixes his talents before the audience, bakes his show just right and serves up a unique dish to satisfy everyone’s laughter appetite. Shaun has performed at comedy clubs, in Georgia, Texas, South Carolina, Alabama, New Jersey, Ohio, Florida, Tennessee, Mississippi, and The Bahamas.

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Attention ” Residents of the Treasure Coast, as a result of Groucho`s Comedy Club opening at its newest location at Club Med, Sandpiper, 4500 S.E. Pine Valley Street, Pt. St. Lucie the entire Treasure Coast is now under a laugh advisory. If you find yourself at Groucho`s Comedy Club without proper cover, hold onto your funny bone and hunker down, one of Groucho`s fabulously fun staff will be with you shortly.

Groucho`s Comedy Club has featured such guests as Larry the Cable Guy, Michael Linslow, and Carrot Top just to name a few. We always try to get top notch performers. I want to make sure that when you leave Groucho`s, you leave with a smile on your face, ” said Larry Silver, owner.

Groucho`s offers a warm and friendly atmosphere that will leave you feeling like you`re a part of the golden age of comedy. The walls are covered with the Kings of classic comedy such as Groucho Marx, Abbott and Castillo, Laurel and Hardy, and little I love Lucy sprinkled in for good measure. Its candle lit atmosphere and quaint surroundings make it the perfect place for an evening filled with smiles.

Silver said he has lived in Stuart for the past 28 years. When I first came to the Treasure Coast I got my big brake in show business and landed a gig starting up a hotdog stand. You might ask yourself what a hotdog stand has to do with show business. What happened was that I overheard someone mention that the Barn Theatre in Stuart was holding auditions. So after trying out, it quickly became my newest hobby. I began doing professional theatre, commercials, open mic nights as well as numerous talent shows. ”

After several shows, Silver began to gain his confidence and decided to try his hand at directing and producing his own show. That was the spark that led to Groucho`s Comedy Club becoming a reality.

Groucho`s Comedy Club is currently the longest run comedy showcase on the Treasure Coast. Groucho`s has featured comics such as Steven Juliano Moore, Nick Arandes, as well as Jim Wiggins from The Last Comic Standing.

For more information, call 772-419-0302 or check them out on the web at www.grouchoscomedy.com.

Read Dream Reachers Featuring Judyth Piazza

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By Robert Paul Reyes

I received a transistor radio for my 9th birthday; I would fall asleep listening to THE Top 40 tunes of the day.

I still listen to music all the time, but today my stereo equipment is more technologically advanced, and I have a zillion options to choose from.

There`s terrestrial radio, satellite radio, an iPod with hundreds of downloaded songs as well as Internet radio.

The SOP Radio Network is the cream of the crop of Internet radio; it features an all-star line-up of radio personalities. The SOP Radio Network aslo streams 24/7 from several websites such as http://www.staugnews.com, http://www.verobeachlocalnews.com, http://www.sebastianlocalnews.com and many more.

First and foremost there`s Judyth Piazza the founder of The SOP and The SOP Radio Network. Among the first crop of Podcasters, Judyth transformed the format that defined the possibilities and potential the Internet presents. Listeners around the world enjoy The SOP Radio Network by cell phone, iPod and, to the delight of her fans, also by way of traditional radio.

THE AMERICAN PERSPECTIVE WITH JUDYTH PIAZZA

The American Perspective is a cutting edge radio program that is full of inspiration and information which airs on several radio stations. It`s intended to help people succeed in life. Each week the American Perspective features celebrity guests from around the nation such as Zig Ziglar, Maya Angelou, Yolanda King, Billy D. Williams, Tony Little, Mark Victor Hansen, Dean Koontz, Dave Ramsey and many many more.

The American Perspective is sponsored by Sedgwick & Cedar 73, which is the nation’s premiere hip-hop clothing line.

Judyth is the “Italian American” Oprah Winfrey of radio, but she never balloons to over 300 pounds, and she always looks great and sounds fantastic.

SOP’s BATTLE OF THE BANDS

“The SOP`s Battle of the Bands features music from well known bands as well as independent artist. It is a helpful tool for bands and/or musicians when they need to market their music. The SOP Battle of the Bands page is just one category to browse on TheSOP.org web page. You can hear one song (usually) of the featured musician and read some press kit info about the artist(s) to aid you in sizing up their project.”

THE MUSICAL OASIS WITH KENNY R

Kenny R`s is the Avatar of Kenrick Rampersad, Connecticut School of Broadcasting Grad and current on air personality at WOKC 100.9 FM & 1570 AM, Okeechobee, Florida. Kenny is a musical scholar and a gentleman, and his SOP programs usually revolve around a theme: Music from Chicago, Powerful women in rock…

JOHN`S DAILY DUMP WITH JOHN DANZ JR.

Up-and-coming in the online radio and news world, John Danz, Jr. promises to both entertain AND inform all with this one easy-to-digest program. Danz gives his own take by recapping all of the best weird stories, and guarantees raucous laughter… or at least a chuckle here and there. Tune into this program for your daily laugh.

HOT COPY WITH DJELLOUL MARBROOK

Djelloul (Del) Marbrook was the editor of six daily newspapers and held editorial posts on several major metropolitan dailies. He is the winner of the 2007 Stan and Tom Wick Poetry Prize of Kent State University whose press published his book, Far From Algiers. Look for his regular podcast, Hot Copy, on this site. If you are serious about journalism, you must listen to this radio program.

PLASTICITY WITH SCOTT BUFIS

Scott Bufis graduated from Flagler College along with his co-hosts Dylan Pembleton and V. Amadeus Hill. Plasticity brings and broadcasts music that transcends genres and breaks the formulaic mold that commercial radio shows that fall into straight from the warm, fuzzy format of the vinyl records. This episode presents hand-picked gems from the decade of synthesizers, strobe lights and pleather pants.

I remember my little transistor radio with nostalgia, but it didn`t kick a** quite like The SOP Radio Network!

The SOP Radio Network is unique, entertaining, informative, and it`s FREE! Check it out!

Other Programs on The SOP Radio Network:

Will Says with Will Roberts

Rise and Walk with Michael Teague

Fitness Made Simple Tip of the Day with John Basedow

Creating Powerful Exuberance with Deremiah CPE

3 AM Show With Scott Bufis, Dylan Pembleton and V. Amadeus Hill

For more information or to submit programming to The SOP Radio Network, please contact Judyth Piazza at judy@thesop.org.

Follow Robert Paul Reyes on Twitter: http://twitter.com/robertpaulreyes

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