ORLANDO, Fla., May 6, 2004 (PRIMEZONE) -- Raven Moon Entertainment, Inc. (OTCBB:RVNM) is pleased to join Wal-Mart to bring hope to hundreds of sick children who will soon experience the joy of an early holiday season when Kids Wish Network brings its extraordinary Holiday of Hope event to Maimonides Medical Center on May 12th. "Gina D", star of "Gina D's Kids Club", will join other celebrities who will appear for the children.
These special young patients can expect to enjoy a lively evening of fun, gifts, entertainment, celebrity guests, and a delightfully welcome reprieve from medical treatment. This spectacular event would not be possible without the generosity of presenting sponsor, Wal-Mart.
Kids Wish Network's Holiday of Hope was developed to bring pediatric patients comfort and cheer when they need it the most. The organization holds this special event nationwide throughout the year for hospitalized children who may not live to enjoy commonly celebrated holidays. This remarkable celebration allows these courageous kids to momentarily forget about the pain of stinging needles and the anxiety of being in a strange place, separated from their families. Many local area community businesses have graciously come together to donate their time and services to help make this day extra special for the kids and their families. Kids Wish Network staff, volunteers, and special guests, will distribute more than $70,000 worth of toys to the youngsters and their often forgotten siblings; toys that promise to bring smiles to lots of little faces for a couple of very precious hours. Joining in the evening's fun will be pop princess, JoJo, who, along with the talented LaLa from MTV, will help pass out gifts to the kids. Gina D., star of the new, Gina D's Kids Club show that will begin airing in September, will be giving out some of her famously lovable Cuddle Bug plush toys, as seen on NBC's Weekend Today Show.
Giants fans will be thrilled to see some of their favorite players in person, while The Brooklyn Cyclones' mascots, Sandy the Seagull and Pee Wee, are certain to hit a home run when they stop by to visit. New York Islander's Sparky the Dragon's appearance is sure to score just as big with hockey fans, young and old! In addition to these special visitors, the kids can expect to meet some other surprise guests as well.
Kids Wish Network is a nationally recognized non-profit organization dedicated to infusing hope, creating happy memories, and improving the quality of life for children. If you know a child between the ages of 3 and 18 who may be in need of its wish granting services, please call (813) 891-9374 or toll free at (888) 918-9004. You can also visit its web site at www.kidswishnetwork.org
About "Gina D's Kids Club":
"Gina D's Kids Club" has been hailed by educational leaders such as Mary Beth Leidman, Ed.D, Indiana University of Pennsylvania as a viable vehicle in the development of the self-image, social, math, and reading skills in young children. The main character, Gina D, is a fun loving and positive role model who connects with her 2 to 5 year-old aged audience in the same familiarity that children associate with their mothers. Children are not only educated but are entertained by a cast of whimsical characters and special guests which include Simon Wannabe, Mister Pockets, Miss Muffin, Pierre D'Artist, TV Ted, Doggy Brown, The Transistor Sisters, Mr. Bicycle Man and The Cuddle Bugs. "Gina D's Kids Club" is fun, educational, and contains all new original music. The program teaches kids positive messages, and has lovable characters. It is the perfect place for children to make new friends, as they are learning and having fun. Gina D's Kids Club is a place where every kid belongs.
"Gina D's Kids Club" is the best new children's educational program since Sesame Street which satisfies stations FCC requirements," stated Dr. Janice K. Battenberg, Educational Child Psychologist, Ball State University.
Raven Moon Entertainment is offering 17 half-hour episodes of "Gina D's Kids Club" which will be offered to television stations nationwide through BKS Entertainment this September.
For more information on BKS Entertainment visit www.bksent.com.
Company executives will be attending meetings with toy companies and executives at the Licensing Show in New York this June.
For information on Raven Moon Entertainment and "Gina D's Kids Club" visit www.ravenmoon.net. For Raven Moon Entertainment, Inc. investor information call Marc Jablon at (407) 877-5952.
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