I have not always been a“Star Trek”fan. I wasn’t born yet when the original series aired. I remember my older sister watching“The Next Generation”all the time when I was a kid, but I was too young to appreciate it. And since I didn’t care about“TNG,”I certainly didn’t bother to watch“Deep Space Nine”or“Voyager.”

Often regarded as pioneers of psychedelic/space rock and futuristic live shows (which include lights and pictures), English quartet Nektar was one of the most influential bands of the 1970s. Its chief output includes some of the most adored records of the genre. In 2000, after a 20-year hiatus, the band re-formed and began recording again, demonstrating that its creativity is as strong as ever.

One of the nicest things you can say about the town of Hershey, Pa.—rightly anointed“The Sweetest Place on Earth”—is that your favorite attractions rarely change. Oh, there is minor tweaking here and there, and there were some major changes during the 75th anniversary of the world-class Hotel Hershey a few years back; but on the whole, you can count on returning to the same family-oriented attractions year after year.

Contact: Anthony Martin, 920-457-2273WAUTOMA, Wisc., Aug. 15, 2011 /Christian Newswire/ -- 25 years to the day - Wisconsin based escape artist and evangelist Anthony Martin will return to the jail that earned him the title of"King of Escapists"by Ripley's Believe It Or Not. This special anniversary escape attempt will be on August 22, at 1:30 P.M. The event will take place at the old Waushara County Jail, which is located at 221 South St. Marie Street in Wautoma, Wisconsin.Martin'Source: Ambassador In Chains

Contact: Josiah Williams, Publicist, WinePress Publishing, 360-802-9758, josiah@winepresspublishing.comENUMCLAW, Wash., Aug. 15, 2011 /Christian Newswire/ -- As the United States approaches the tenth anniversary of the September 11, 2001, attacks, Jack Smith releases biblical evidence for who he believes was really behind the tragedy."Satan uses Islam as a'cloak'to hide behind,"he states."And the Bible predicts the rise of Islam."The author has studied Bible prophecy for some Source: WinePress Publishing

Contact: Josiah Williams, Publicist, WinePress Publishing, 360-802-9758, Josiah@winepresspublishing.comENUMCLAW, Wash., Aug. 15, 2011 /Christian Newswire/ -- Clark Burbidge's"A Piece of Silver"presents the Christmas story in a new way, taking readers beyond the typical Nativity scenes. This new children's book from WinePress Publishing features a homeless boy named Daniel, who takes refuge in a Bethlehem stable and witnesses the birth of the Savior. Wanting to present the child with Source: WinePress Publishing

Contact: Chelsea Boone, RR Communications PR Representative, 310-860-7592NASHVILLE, Aug. 14, 2011 /Christian Newswire/ -- Suing the Devil, the highly-acclaimed film that has kept audiences and critics on the edge of their seats this summer, opens in select theaters nationwide on August 26, 2011.The film, which won 5-Dove Seal from the Dove Foundation, has been pre-screening to thousands of standing-room crowds in venues across the U.S. and the world."It's a landmark achievement in f Source: RR Communications

Jewish Feasts Proclaim God's Heart to HumanityRose Publishing launches new DVD, leader guide for understanding the significance of the Feasts of the BibleContact: Don Otis, 719-275-7775, interviews@veritasincorporated.com; www.rose-publishing.comTORRANCE, Calif., Aug. 12, 2011 /Christian Newswire/ -- What do the feasts of the Bible have to do with the coming Messiah? The seven feasts of Israel lay out the redemptive program of God. They show God's intended appointment sc Source: Veritas Communications

Contact: Sloan Skinner, Christianity Today, 630-260-6200 ext 4207CAROL STREAM, Ill., Aug. 12, 2011 /Christian Newswire/ -- SmallGroups.com, a ministry of Christianity Today, has released the newest issue of its free digital magazine (digizine). This issue, entitled"Troubleshooting: Solutions to common problems in small-group life,"explores how to maintain group harmony in the face of several of types of conflict.Featured is an article by Les Parrott, who sheds light on his experien Source: Christianity Today International

She is not in the Kodak Theatre, and Simon Cowell is not dishing out insults. Regardless, Ambler’s Claire O’Neill is an Idol.

Aug. 15 debuts a new line of products from Kerusso -- the leader in Christian-themed apparel and accessories -- based on the upcoming Sherwood Pictures film COURAGEOUS.As with FIREPROOF, the No. 1 indy film of 2008, Kerusso is the official apparel partner for COURAGEOUS.Contact: Monique Sondag, 214-536-4319, Monique@Lovell-Fairchild.com; Kerusso.comBERRYVILLE, Ark., Aug. 11, 2011 /Christian Newswire/ -- On Aug. 15, Kerusso -- the No. 1 provider of Christian-themed apparel and gift Source: Lovell-Fairchild Communications

Tickets Are On Sale Now for the Biggest Christian Music Event in Florida, Featuring Concerts by Switchfoot, Casting Crowns, Relient K and MoreGuests Can Also Enjoy an All-New Fan Zone, Complete with Autograph Sessions, Band Merchandise and Live Performances by Emerging Christian ArtistsContact: Universal Orlando Resort Public Relations, 407-363-8220ORLANDO, Fla., Aug. 11, 2011 /Christian Newswire/ -- On September 9 and 10, Rock the Universe 2011 -- Florida's biggest Christian musi Source: Universal Orlando Resort

Some of my favorite memories from when I was younger are the trips I took to Hersheypark. My mom or dad, my long-time friend, Jordan Fash, and I would pile into our car and take off. Eleven-year-old Jordan would spend the ride trying to convince 10-year-old me to go on all the big roller coasters with him, such as the daunting Fahrenheit ride, Great Bear and Storm Runner.

Last weekend Melissa, Alli, Sammy, Grandpa, Grandma and I all went to Hersheypark. Before we drove there, Sammy and Melissa had a miserable morning because they both felt sick.

Contact: Amy Contrada, 781-890-6001, Comments@AmyContrada.comWALTHAM, Mass., Aug. 10, 2011 /Christian Newswire/ -- The newly released book"Mitt Romney's Deception"by Massachusetts researcher and activist Amy Contrada is a thorough history of the former Governor's shocking (but under-reported) record on"gay rights"and"gay marriage"in Massachusetts.The book details Romney's promises to homosexual activists, his resulting promotion of"gay rights"and unconstitutional im Source: ALC Publishing LLC