New Management for Local Self Storage Facility in Albany, Louisiana

 Local acquisition of Albany Storage Annex is bringing professional self-storage management to the city of Albany. The facility is located at 29653 South Montpelier Road Albany, LA 70711. This facility is comprised of 265 units totaling 25,950 rentable square feet, providing safe and secure climate-controlled and non-climate unit options to the local communities of Albany and Woodhaven.

The ownership group has contracted with Absolute Storage Management (Absolute) to provide professional self-storage management services and the facility is officially under Absolute’s management as of 2/1/2023.

If you would like to speak to their friendly team, please visit their main location at 12134 Louisiana 22 Ponchatoula, LA 70454, contact their office at (985) 507-8979 or visit them online at albanylastorage.com.

Absolute Storage Management

Absolute Storage Management (Absolute) is one of the largest private, third-party self-storage management company in the United States. Founded in 2002, with headquarters in Memphis, TN and regional offices in Tampa, FL; Atlanta, GA; Jackson, MS; Charlotte, NC; and Nashville, TN the company operates over 140 properties in Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Wisconsin.

For further information and news about Absolute Storage Management, please go to the ASM website at www.AboutASM.com. Contact Jasmin Jones at jasmin.jones@absolutemgmt.com. 

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Local Artist Geoffrey C. Smith Has Raised $15,000 for a Charity That Supports Veterans by Selling a Patriotic American Flag Painting

 Local Artist Geoffrey C. Smith has raised $15,000 for a charity that supports veterans by selling a patriotic American flag painting.

Two paintings, which is a stunning representation of the American flag, was sold for $15,000, with all the proceeds going to Leaving a Legacy, an organization that provides support to veterans who have served our country.

“I am extremely proud to be able to support our veterans in this way,” said Geoffrey C. Smith. “As an artist, it’s my privilege to use my work to give back to our community, and supporting our veterans is a cause that is very close to my heart.”

The painting quickly gained attention for its striking beauty, and art collectors from all over the country took notice of the piece. However, Geoffrey C. Smith was determined to use the painting to support a cause that was important to them.

“I wanted to create something that represented the strength and unity of our country, and I couldn’t think of a better way to honor our veterans than by supporting Leaving a Legacy,” said Geoffrey C. Smith. “I’m humbled by the outpouring of support from the community, and I’m grateful that my painting can make a difference in the lives of those who have served our country.”

Leaving a Legacy expressed their appreciation for Geoffrey C. Smith generosity, stating that the funds raised will make a significant impact on the lives of veterans in need.

“We’re incredibly grateful to Geoffrey C. Smith for their support,” said Dee Decker. “The funds raised from the sale of this painting will go a long way in helping us provide vital resources and services to veterans who have sacrifice so much for our country.”

Geoffrey C. Smith hopes that their success will inspire others to use their talents and creativity to support important causes in their communities.

“I believe that as artists, we have a unique opportunity to use our work to make a positive impact on the world,” said Geoffrey C. Smith. “I encourage everyone to consider how they can use their talents to support the causes they care about most.”

Local artist, Geoffrey C. Smith, has dedicated the past 25+ years to collaborating with both local and national charities, championing a range of causes. Smith’s impressive portfolio includes a variety of artistic pieces; however, he is most notably recognized for his iconic Stuart Sailfish, recently published in USA Today, as well as the revered “Lotus, Rise Above” that has found a permanent home in the Vatican.

Geoffrey C. Smith Galleries runs a non-profit called the Art of Nature, Art is a bridge between nature and conservation, each inspires the other. Our mission is to promote an emotional connection and understanding of nature and the environment using the art and voice of Geoffrey C. Smith, we can make a difference in the world.

To learn more about Geoffrey C. Smith and his work, please visit Geoffreysmith.com. To learn more about Leaving a Legacy and their mission, please visit leavinglegaciesfoundation.org.

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Hong Kong – Local premiere of FFFI-funded project “A Light Never Goes Out”

Local premiere of FFFI-funded project “A Light Never Goes Out”

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The following is issued on behalf of the Hong Kong Film Development Council:
      
     The local premiere of a winning film project in the Professional Group of the 5th First Feature Film Initiative (FFFI), “A Light Never Goes Out”, will be held this evening (April 3). The film will be officially released on April 13.
      
     “A Light Never Goes Out” is produced by Saville Chan and directed by Anastasia Tsang, with a screenplay co-written by Tsoi So-man and Tsang. The film stars Sylvia Chang, Simon Yam, Cecilia Choi and Henick Chou. The story is about a wife, being devastated by the loss of her skilled neon sign-making husband, decides to carry on his unfulfilled dream of making neon signs.
      
     The Chairman of the Hong Kong Film Development Council, Dr Wilfred Wong, said, “‘A Light Never Goes Out’ offers a passionate exploration of the beauty and struggles behind keeping Hong Kong’s distinctive neon signs alive.”
      
     He added, “The seven editions of FFFI launched so far have funded a total of 24 winning teams to make their films and have incubated 26 new directors. I hope the Government will continue to support the FFFI through the Film Development Fund (FDF) for nurturing more potential talent in order to help the industry thrive.”
      
     The FFFI is one of the Government’s initiatives to support the film industry. It takes the form of a competition in two groups, the Higher Education Institution Group and the Professional Group. The director of each participating team shall not have previously shot any commercial film of 80 minutes or above. The FDF will provide funding for the winning teams to implement their film proposals and make their first commercial feature films. The winning teams are required to complete the whole film production and sales process, which involve planning, shooting, distribution, and more, in order to acquire knowledge from creation to practical application in making a feature film.

Two Local Tour Guides Bring Puppetry to Nashville

 Puppet City Tours, a new tour operator, continues to expand with a new tour schedule for the Downtown District in Music City. The company brings puppetry, storytelling, and history together for a sightseeing walking tour. Weekly tours start on Thursday, April 6, and will continue through to the end of August. All guests on tour in April and May will receive a free finger puppet for participating on the tour.

“Our tours are now available for bookings as folks start to plan their summer vacations,” said Puppet City Tours Owner and Puppeteer Joshua Sellers. “We are excited to see more and more families who are choosing to visit Nashville and we plan to show them our sights.”

Now through May, guests who book a tour in either April or May will receive a finger puppet to take along with them on tour and back home. Booking reservations are now open on the company’s page at www.puppetcitytours.com.

The summer schedule starting on April 6 will host at least 3 tours weekly on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at 1:00 pm. The weekly tours will continue until the end of August to accommodate families visiting Nashville during summer break from school.

Puppet City Tours features thoughtfully crafted stories based on local history and landmarks. The guide uses puppetry to engage every guest. The puppet actually acts as the local tour guide. The tour is an hour walking tour with several stops that include The Tennessee Capitol, Downtown Presbyterian Church, and the Ryman Auditorium. The tour moves at an easy pace. Puppet City Tours explores the unique stories that Nashville has to offer this summer.

About Puppet City Tours

Puppet City Tours is a sightseeing guided walking tour in Nashville with puppetry and storytelling for tourists and locals. It is owned and operated by Joshua Sellers and Casey Peavey and with experienced local tour guides and professional puppeteers.

For booking availability, private tours, and special events, please visit www.puppetcitytours.com.

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Local nonprofits to host virtual presentation for families about legal guardianships

Ocean Partnership for Children, Ocean County Family Support Organization, Inc.& the Community Health Law Project will host a free legal clinic on Dec. 1st to explain how parents & caregivers of children with disabilities can obtain a guardianship.

Local nonprofits to host guardianship presentation

Local nonprofits to host guardianship presentation

TOMS RIVER, N.J.Nov. 15, 2022PRLog — What is a guardianship and how do you obtain one? What are the legal rights of parents and caregivers of children with disabilities? Three local nonprofits have come together to address these questions and more. Ocean Partnership for Children (OPC) in collaboration with Ocean County Family Support Organization, Inc. and the Community Health Law Project, will be offering a free virtual presentation on Thursday, December 1st at 7pm for families regarding legal guardianships. The virtual presentation will be a legal clinic that explains what a guardianship entails, and the process required to obtain one.

“When parents and caregivers have a child with disabilities, the issue of guardianship is such a big challenge with so many complexities,” said Mary Jo Buchanan, Executive Director of OPC. “We are hoping to address these issues and provide our families with the information necessary to make educated decisions about guardianship.”

Ocean County Family Support Organization, Inc. is OPC’s sister organization. “We focus on the youth/child and Ocean County Family Support Organization provides support to the parents and caregivers of children who have mental health,

substance use, intellectual and developmental challenges,” said Buchanan. “Ocean County Family Support Organization provides critical peer support when it’s needed the most.”

Community Health Law Project provides critical legal services to low-income individuals with disabilities and chronic health conditions. “OPC, Ocean County Family Support Organization, Inc. and Community Health Law Project have come together to help families navigate the journey toward guardianship,” Buchanan added.

Those interested in attending the virtual presentation must RSVP by Tuesday, November 29th by calling 732-380-1012 or sending an email to Neptune@chlp.org.

About Community Health Law Project (CHLP)

The mission of Community Health Law Project (CHLP) is a statewide not-for-profit advocacy and legal service organization which provides legal representation and advocacy services to low-income individuals with disabilities and chronic health conditions, and, in certain issues, to organizations representing their interests, with an emphasis on those most vulnerable and needy. To learn more about Community Health Law Project, visit www.chlp.org.

About Ocean County Family Support Organization, Inc.

Ocean County Family Support Organization, Inc. is a non-profit organization made up of parents and community members whose mission is to ensure that every Ocean County family who have children with emotional, behavioral, mental health, substance use and developmental challenges, is given community-based resources and support in a family-friendly, child-centered, culturally competent manner. To learn more about Ocean County Family Support Organization, visit www.oceanfso.org.

About Ocean Partnership for Children Inc.

Founded in 2005, Ocean Partnership for Children (OPC) is Ocean County’s Care

Management Organization (CMO). Its mission is to enhance the well-being of youth and

their families through natural and community supports. OPC provides care management

services for Ocean County youth up to the age of 21 years who have mental health,

substance use, intellectual and developmental challenges.  OPC strives to keep children and adolescents at home, in school, and in the community by connecting

them to resources that meet their unique needs and help them achieve their goals.

Ocean Partnership for Children is a non-profit organization available at no cost

to all youth and families in Ocean County who meet the eligibility criteria

of the New Jersey Children’s System of Care. To learn more, visit www.oceanpartnership.org or https://www.oceanresourcenet.org.