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News Release - For Immediate Release

02/09/2012 13:30:00

Orlando, Florida

Valentine's Day is fast approaching! Treat your listeners, viewers, or readers to a sweet & savvy "Dear Michelle Valentine" advice segment featuring Michelle Valentine, B.A. Psychology. With over 10,000 social media fans & followers, Michelle Valentine offers relationship advice and blogs about romantic restaurants, travel, movies, books, gifts, and more!

Known as "Orlando's Oprah", the TV host, published author, and advice columnist (columns appeared in Orlando Sentinel, Orlando Weekly, many more - and currently runs in the Orlando Woman Newspaper) has appeared hundreds of times on national and local media (FOX TV, PBS TV, BBC radio, WTKS radio, WXXL radio, local ABC/NBC/CBS news, Good Day Orlando, and many more).

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Getting In Shape For The New Year?

01/06/2012 17:08:00

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Getting In Shape For The New Year?

Romantic Recipe: Vegetarian Alfredo

01/06/2012 16:58:00

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Romantic Recipe: Vegetarian Alfredo

Boyfriend Getting Cold Feet About Moving In Together?

01/06/2012 16:39:00

Dear Michelle Valentine,

My boyfriend of two years and I are supposed to be moving in together in February; however, instead of being excited about it… I am becoming increasingly nervous over the situation. I wish I could say that I was the one getting cold feet but, unfortunately, this is not the case. The whole “moving in together” thing was his idea and I have been nothing but optimistic about our future residence…. that is… until now. Whenever I bring up the move to him (which is not very often as I don’t intend to nag him) he seems to change the subject or say, “Whatever is meant to happen will happen,” or, “Whatever I choose…I hope I make the right decision.”

I don’t know what he means when he says such things but every time I ask him to clarify he changes the subject. The big “move” is a month away and I am at a loss as to what I should be doing. I love him very much and I have planned my whole life around this move with him. What do you think is going on with him? What do you suggest I do?

Please help!

Nicole

Winter Park, Florida

Well readers, what would YOUR advice be? What would YOU do? Have you ever lived with someone before marriage? How did it work out? Do you know of someone that had been in this similar situation? Please post your comments below...

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Sexless Marriages and Relationships - normal???

11/08/2011 18:59:00

Had to read the recent article in Everyday Health about "Sexless Marriages and Relationships" and if they're normal. The article states that "as many as 40 million Americans in romantic relationships scant on sex — and some of them are perfectly happy with it."

This reminds me of the character in the TV show, Frasier, where Niles seems to be unattracted to his wife. Their relationship is based more as friends than lovers. At one point, you are led to believe Niles married Maris for her money (yet in one episode it is revealed he truly loves her)... and yet, he is completely attracted to another woman (and has no problem with his displays of attraction towards her). Mostly, the viewers are led to believe they have a sexless marriage. Is Niles truly happy? It seems he is content, but not "over the top" happy in his marriage.

In my intense, full-day coaching sessions for couples, I find that men contact me for Couples Coaching due to lack of sex in the relationship, whereas the women contact me for Couples Coaching due to lack of communication in the relationship. I help both individuals learn to communicate - which in turn creates a happier, sexier marriage!

Realistically, a sexless marriage or relationship can only be normal if they both think it is, and they are both happy about it.

Win 2 Free Tickets to "Journey To Arabia"!

08/18/2011 20:24:00

You and all your friends are invited! Get kissed by a real camel, watch belly-dancers, see an exotic movie, eat Mediterranean foods, have a cocktail, and more fun under the stars - happening this Saturday night, August 20, at the Orlando Science Center! Science meets the arts!... and I have 2 FREE TICKETS to give away!

If you loved the exotic "Sex and the City 2" movie featuring Carrie, Samantha, Charlotte, and Miranda as they traveled to Arabia - or if you enjoyed the "Prince of Persia" movie (I certainly enjoyed watching the hot Prince) - then here's an event you DON'T want to miss!

I'm giving away 2 FREE TICKETS to this special event! How can you join me and my friends this Saturday night? Simply post your comment (here on my blog) why you want to attend Orlando Science Center's "Cocktails & Cosmos" - "Journey of Arabia". Comments must be posted by NOON tomorrow, Friday, August 19. You may post as many unique comments as you wish. My staff and I will personally choose the best-answer winner and notify winner by email before midnight tomorrow, Friday.

(photo to the right is me on a camel in Cairo, Egypt)

*Don't cry if you don't win! Please come out and join me and my friends for a night you will always remember! Tickets are only $13. Call (407) 514-2000 or Purchase tickets online now!

WATCH A TRAILER OF THE MOVIE BELOW:

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ARABIA

Now playing in select IMAX® and IMAX 3D Theatres from two-time Academy Award® nominated producers MacGillivray Freeman Films.Discover an extraordinary culture. Explore the ancient tombs of a lost ...

Arabia

The giant-screen film Arabia is a thought-provoking learning experience about a land steeped in myth and mystery. In the film unfolds the story of an extreme desert environment that, through its people’s thirst for knowledge, the riches of global trade and a deep devotion to faith, has become one of the most powerful, yet least understood, regions on Earth today. Audiences will ride the dunes with a camel caravan, dive into the treasure-laden Red Sea, explore the ruins of a towering lost city, hurtle back into the Islamic golden age of invention, join three million Muslims on the hajj pilgrimage, and get to know the young Arabians transforming tomorrow’s world. The result is a surprising and illuminating journey that not only unveils an oft-hidden world full of discovery - but also serves as a bridge between two cultures that have long misunderstood one another.

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GENERAL INFO:

Saturday, August 20, 2011, 7 p.m.- 11 p.m.

Cocktails & Cosmos

Orlando Science Center

777 East Princeton Street, Orlando, FL 32803

(407) 514-2000

http://www.osc.org

BUY TICKETS ONLINE NOW!

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Featured Partners:

Hamzah Jamjoom
Hamzah Jamjoom, a passionate young Saudi Arabian film student returns to his home country in Arabia to take an eye-opening journey through its past, present and diverse geography. Born and raised in Jeddah, Hamzah came to the U.S. at the age of 17, accompanying his college-age sister. Now 24, and approaching the end of his own film studies at Chicago‟s DePaul University, his driving dream is to join a youthful generation of scientists, thinkers and innovators in Saudi Arabia who he believes will fulfill on the potential for a new Golden Age for his country.

Meet Bahia Shrine Camel - Sir Gus

Following the loss of Bahia’s original famed kissing camel, Sir Gus, the Camel Herders Club began the tough task of finding a replacement. A visit on January 8 to the ranch in Marion County was headed by Noble Bill Green and an initial down payment was made on the baby Camel pending a check up by a veterinarian. Sir Gus Jr. was given a clean bill of health and it was soon determined that he was sure to become a star with the Bahia Shriners. On January 11, 2003, the future star was picked up for his trip to Orlando and the rest is history. When he is not attending events, Sir Gus resides at the Central Florida Zoo, where is with his caretakers. Gus is not home all alone though. His favorite roommate is a donkey and he shares space with a bunch of goats. He is loved by children and known for his big juicy kisses he gives to audiences.

Bahia is located in Orlando, FL, and has exclusive jurisdiction over the counties of Lake, Orange, Osceola, Seminole, Sumter, and Volusia. It currently has approximately 2,300 members, 8 Shrine Clubs, 23 Uniformed Units, and 19 Social Clubs. In 1951, the first attempt was made to organize a Shrine Center in Orlando when A. J. Thomas, Sr., and a delegation from Lake County Shrine Club presented a petition to the Imperial Council then in session in New York City.

Red Moon Henna

Ron Jaffe, performing as Red Moon Henna and Body Art, has been providing authentic henna body art to the Central Florida area as a professional, since 2006. What started as a chance meeting with henna while on a trip to Morocco in 1987, developed into a passion when, in 1996, he was introduced to a local henna artist from India who taught him the basics of the art form. He continued to develop his henna mix and study traditional and contemporary henna patterns used in the many areas where henna is indigenous. His henna mix is all natural, with no chemicals or additives, and contains only fresh henna powder, lemon juice, sugar and essential oils. Today, Ron can be found at art and music festivals, private parties and special and corporate events both, in and out of Florida. For more information, please visit: www.redmoonhenna.com

DJ Khalil

Arabic dj in Florida always serve the Arab community in all their festivals , parties, reunions. One of the most event was in 2010 as Arabic DJ in Florida helped organize and performed at the AMERICAN ARAB FESTIVAL OF ORLANDO in lake Eola, the festival had more than 10,000 people That showed up from the American and Arab community. We also provide event planning services for all kind of events. For more information, please call 321.961.5276.

The Orlando Bellydance Performance Company

The Orlando Bellydance Performance Company is a multi-award winning dance ensemble and is recognized as one of the premier Middle Eastern Dance performance companies in the United States. Founded in 2002 by professional dancer/instructor/choreographer, Suspira, the group specializes in authentic Arabian dances and other global dance forms including Polynesian, Samba, Bollywood and Gypsy/Romani. Suspira is also the founder and director of the Orlando Bellydance Academy where students of all ages can learn the exotic artform of Bellydance. For more information, please visit: www.orlandobellydance.com

Dr. Sandy Shugart

In addition to serving as Valencia College’s fourth president, Dr. Sandy Shugart has had an active life in the arts and music. He is a published poet and songwriter and has performed in acoustic and folk-rock venues for years, in California, Texas, the mid-west, and Canada. In recent years he has combined his musical life as a singer-songwriter with his speaking life as an academic, weaving songs and poems into his speeches. Sandy has completed three recording projects over the past ten years and has a fourth ready for release this fall available through cdbaby.com or direct from Flat Foot Records.

Chic Event Furniture Rental

Always fresh and innovative, Chíc is a leading provider of high-end rental furniture for social, corporate, and special events since 2007. Chíc strives to produce an array of stylish inventory to satisfy the different needs of the market by forecasting new products, configurations, and colors inspired by the European designs of Chíc shareholders. For more information, please visit: www.chiceventfurniture.com

Tony's Deli

“Where something special is being prepared in our kitchen for you!” Since 1977, Tony’s Deli has been Orlando's first and highly acclaimed Middle Eastern deli. Tony’s uses only the finest and freshest ingredients in their healthy and flavorful cuisine. Their menu includes a wide variety of traditional fare, but that is only the beginning. At Tony's, they are always preparing new dishes and have daily specialties. You can expect to be pleasantly surprised each time you visit Tony’s Deli!

Espresso Events

Espresso Events is Celebrating our 15th year serving the Orlando & Central Florida areas. Espresso Events provides full service espresso bars, coffee cupping bars, tea bars, Frozen Drink Bars on site. Serving events of all kinds; trade shows and expositions, conventions and banquets. Whatever your event, our event coordinator will consult with you on tailoring the right espresso or specialty bar for your needs. It is our pleasure to work with you and lift the level of your event with an elegant espresso, or specialty bar. For more information, please visit: www.espressoeventsorlando.com

Ember Orlando

Ember is reminiscent of the easy-going social taverns seen all over Europe and the Mediterranean. Open air seating. Drinks. Delicious menu options. Ember is a cared for environment where you can gather for an evening and get lost in the experience. For more information, please visit: www.emberorlando.com.

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WHAT IS "COCKTAILS & COSMOS"?

Cocktails & Cosmos will allow our guests the opportunity to socialize and engage in an array cultural and scientific offerings that stem from our Central Florida community. Now in its seventh year, Cocktails and Cosmos has set out to engage Orlando’s socialites in the excitement and cultural relevance that Orlando Science Center brings to its nightlife. Planned on a quarterly basis, this event will be a high energy, eclectic social venue that provides a variety of music, cuisine and cultural values merging through live performances and unique exhibits. From Science of the Circus to Science of the Senses we are consistently looking for new ways to awe our eclectic crowd of patrons, traditional event concepts merge with Orlando’s own unique culture.Would you like to join us for an event where Science meets the arts? More info...

Romantic Dining in New Smyrna Beach, Florida

08/10/2011 20:42:00

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Doc's Advice About Breasts

07/30/2011 20:17:00

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Michelle Valentine - Dr. Prevell and breast implants

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Romantic MOVIE of the week: Mr. Popper's Penguins

06/25/2011 09:16:00

Did you know? Penguins are romantic creatures... during courting, the male presents the female with pebbles as gifts... the male and female are very devoted to each other... they are mates for life... and the male takes precious care of the baby egg. That's a lot of love!

While the new movie, "Mr. Popper's Penguins", by Twentieth Century Fox is promoted as a family comedy, I believe it is a romantic comedy! First of all, it's silly fun - and laughter is always appreciated when it comes to romance. Second of all, funny guy Jim Carrey (whom I have a serious crush on) was awkwardly romantic in trying to woo back his ex-wife. Plus, if you love adorable animals in movies, this one is definitely for you! You will fall in love with each penguin. Each has their own name, ideal to match their unique personality. If you visit the official movie website, you can click on each penguin to find out more about their endearing personalities. Be sure to tell me which was you favorite penguin, and why! Girls, you may get a little teary-eyed towards the end of the movie, so have your handkerchief ready. Hint, hint guys: get ready to put your arm around your girl when she gets teary-eyed.

Overall, for a good-time, very fun, very silly, and romantic movie, I rate it 4 out of 5 hearts.

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MR. POPPER’S PENGUINS

Family comedy

Release: June 17, 2011

Director: Mark Waters

Screenplay by: Sean Anders & John Morris and Jared Stern

Based upon the novel by: Richard Atwater and Florence Atwater

Producer: John Davis

Cast: Jim Carrey, Carla Gugino, and Angela Lansbury

The summer movie season’s first live-action family comedy event stars Jim Carrey, whose chilly relationship with his family heats up after he inherits six adorable, lovable and mischievous penguins.

Romantic Date: AMC Dine-In Theatres

06/13/2011 21:36:00

If you're looking for a romantic (and fun) night out, AMC Dine-In Theatres is your best choice! To start the night off right, grab a fancy martini at MacGuffins... I had a sexy cosmopolitan (a la Carrie from "Sex and the City"), and my sister took a caloric splurge and ordered an Oreo cookie cocktail. The drinks were so yummy, we each ordered a second cocktail, and carried it in the movie theatre to watch "Tron: Legacy". I was invited to this special "media night" at AMC Downtown Disney 24, and we had special photo opps, and lots of schmoozing with other individuals in the media.

AMC Dine-In Theatre at Disney

Pre-Movie Cocktails at MacGuffins

Craig Evans, Allied Advertising

Photo opp!

Be sure to come hungry to AMC Dine-In Theatres! The portions were large... I ordered the appetizer sampler platter, and it was deee-lish! This large platter (great for sharing with your date) had fresh mozarella sticks in a light batter and topped with freshly shaved mozarella cheese; homemade, hearty potato chips; very tasty buffalo wings; mammoth-sized onion rings; and fresh celery sticks with blue cheese dressing. As a girl trying to watch her figure, I opted out of the dessert... what a great dessert menu, and an opportunity to spoon-feed your date during the movie!

Feel pretty stuffed from two cosmos and a pile of chicken wings, I loved the comfort of the big recliner-style chairs! Pure luxury, and first-class all the way! Took another sip of my cosmo, indulged in the fast-action of "Tron: Legacy", and enjoyed the luxurious atmosphere. At a push of the red button, we had our own server. Luxury!

I highly recommend AMC Dine-In Theatresfor a romantic night out! Au revoir!

YUMMY!

First class seating!

Made for romantic snuggling!

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AMC Dine-In Theatres - How It Works - :30 Spot

AMC Dine-In Theatres offers a meal-and-a-movie option and a bar and lounge:

Dine-in Theatres - Six auditoriums offer:

• Casual, in-theatre dining

• Upgraded, comfortable reserved seating

• Table-top dining

• Seat-side service and a personal call button that discreetly alerts a server

• An extensive menu including a wide array of entrees such as an enticing selection of quesadillas, burgers, flatbread pizzas, grilled sandwiches, house specialties, as well as appetizers and deserts

• A wide variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic specialty drinks, beer and wine

• Fork & Screen guests must be at least 18 years old unless accompanied by a parent or guardian

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AMC Theatres presents MacGuffins Bar & Lounge

MacGuffins® Bar & Lounge

• A full-service bar and lounge area inside AMC Downtown Disney 24

• The perfect place to hang out with friends before the show or discuss the movie after it ends

• Named after a term coined by famed filmmaker Alfred Hitchcock

• Features a variety of beer, wine, cocktails and the full Dine-In Theatre menu, including appetizers and desserts

• MacGuffins Bar & Lounge guests must be at least 18 years old; minors accompanied by a parent or guardian (at least 21) are welcome

AMC Dine-In Theatres at AMC Downtown Disney 24 pricing:

Ticket prices range from $6-13, depending on day of week and showtime, for the Dine-in Theatre experience. Menu items start at $6.59-8.99 for appetizers and adult entrees range from $8.59-11.99. Specific pricing information, including value pricing and senior/student pricing, for the Dine-In Theatres at AMC Downtown Disney 24 can be found at www.amctheatres.com/dinein (click on the Downtown Disney 24 link).

AMC Downtown Disney 24 also offers 18 traditional auditoriums featuring stadium seating, the innovative Marketplace concession area and an ETX auditorium. ETX includes a 20-percent larger screen, 3D technology, digital projection and an upgraded sound system. Specifically, the digital projection system produces images at a higher resolution than HD and there are nearly twice as many audio channels compared to typical auditoriums.

In addition to AMC Downtown Disney, AMC features seven existing AMC Dine-In Theatre locations:

• AMC Buckhead – Atlanta

• AMC Studio 30 – Olathe, Kan.

• AMC Mainstreet 6 – Kansas City, Mo.

• AMC Bridgewater Commons 7 - Bridgewater, N.J.

• AMC Menlo Park 12 - Edison, N.J.

• AMC Essex Green 9 – Menlo Park, N.J.

• AMC Grapevine Mills 30 - Grapevine, Texas

For complete pricing information and showtimes, please visit: www.amctheatres.com/dinein

About AMC Entertainment Inc.

AMC Entertainment Inc. delivers distinctive and affordable movie-going experiences in 361 theatres with 5,203 screens across the United States and Canada. The company operates 24 of the 50 highest grossing theatres in the country, including the top three. AMC has propelled industry innovation and continues today by delivering premium sight and sound, enhanced food and beverage and diverse content. www.AMCTheatres.com

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