This has be this years' CHRISTMAS STORY to warm hearts and stir emotions. Jury selection starts Dec. 21 at 10AM at Van Nuys Court House. GOLIATH will be present but not called as a witness, (he has a hard time not putting both paws on the Bible.)

Studio City, CA -- (ReleaseWire) -- 12/20/2010 -- A legal battle of biblical proportions starts Tuesday, December 21, 2010 at 10AM at the Van Nuys Court House in California, just four days before Christmas.

Leonard Buschel, the Founder of Writers In Treatment, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and his faithful, valuable Assistance Dog, GOLIATH, are fighting to save their home and the Writers In Treatment headquarters from a vicious retaliatory eviction.

GOLIATH is a five pound black Chihuahua, Department of Animal Services certified Assistance dog with a Canine Good Citizen Award from the American Kennel Club in Washington D.C.

The persecutor is Lynn Tollakson, the owner of Hoffman Plaza and several other rental properties. Ms. Tollakson and her attorney, Marvin Tachner have vowed to go to any length to remove Mr. Buschel and GOLIATH at any cost, regardless of Federal Givernment Code, Section 12955, Subdivisions (a), (c) and (f).

The California Department of Fair Employment and Housing and HUD are investigating Ms. Tollakson to bring charges against her for discrimination. Persons with disabilities and entitled to reasonable consideration regarding housing.

This has be this years' CHRISTMAS STORY to warm hearts and stir emotions. Jury selection starts Dec. 21 at 10AM at Van Nuys Court House. GOLIATH will be present but not called as a witness, (he has a hard time not putting both paws on the Bible.)

This David vs. Goliath tale, or shoudld we say, 'tail', is being turned upside down. This time GOLIATH is sure to prevail. STAY TUNED.

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Los Angeles, CA -- (ReleaseWire) -- 09/13/2010 -- On the heels of a groundbreaking 2009 event, Writers In Treatment (http://www.writersintreatment.org) is proud to announce the highly anticipated return of the REEL RECOVERY FILM FESTIVAL. Oct. 26-30, in Los Angeles. Dec 15-16 in Nashville.

Whether you are a novelist, screenwriter, cinefile, addict or the other 2% of the population, this year's REEL RECOVERY FILM FESTIVAL will not only change the way attendees view addiction and recovery, but also will identify and celebrate some of the creative minds that are currently redefining how the masses can learn and grow from addiction and recovery. Leave your anonymity at the door and be prepared to share an honest experience with a healthy mix of entertainment icons, addiction and recovery experts, top therapists and total strangers with one thing in common – an appreciation for the journey through addiction and the lessons learned as a result.

While last year's festival left an indelible mark on the community by featuring a rare opportunity to hear both Ben Stiller and Jerry Stahl discuss "Permanent Midnight", this year's festival will be taking things a bit further by featuring four New York City biopic classics (Pollack, Basquiat, Basketball Diaries and Ciao! Manhattan) with several surprise guests set to participate in post-screening discussions. Packed with various perspectives and vastly differing schools of thought, these discussions are certain to get to the core of the topic and not safely dance around the issues. It is this sometimes uncomfortable dynamic which ensures an unforgettable experience for all those in attendance.

The Betty Ford Center is hosting OPENING NIGHT on Tuesday, Oct. 26th with a 25th Anniversary screening of the "The Honour of All", the extraordinary film about the Alkali Lake Indian Tribe in British Columbia, Canada. The film shows how a reservation suffering a 100% alcoholism rate, then achieves an 80% sobriety rate which they have maintained to this day. Elders from Alkali Lake will be present and lead a traditional drum circle ceremony around several square blocks in Hollywood, CA.

SPECIAL screening of the 2002 cult classic, "SHUT YER DIRTY LITTLE MOUTH!" to honor author and film star, Glenn Shadix. (April 15, 1952 - Sept. 7, 2010)

Twin Town Treatment, Lee McCormick, Malibu Horizon and Recovery Now TV are sponsoring the REEL RECOVERY FILM FESTIVAL~2010 with sponsorship opportunities still available.

Film submission deadline for the festival is midnight on Saturday September 17th, for more information Leonard Buschel 818-762-0461 or visit http://www.writersintreatment.org.

Writers In Treatment is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization grounded in the arts and recovery fields. W.I.T.'s primary purpose is to save lives through promoting and providing 'treatment' as the best first step solution for addiction, alcoholism and other self-destructive behaviors. We also offer educational, prevention and awareness programs through our W.I.T. Author/Outreach Series. For more information: Leonard Buschel 818-762-0461.

Similar to Betty Ford's mission to bring addiction out of the closet twenty-eight years ago, the Writers In Treatment collective will work to bring recovery out of the closet now and forever.

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A WORLD OF FRIGHT: Alcoholism and the Work of Stephen King

Los Angeles, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 04/19/2010 -- Stephen King will be the subject of the controversial lecture, A WORLD OF FRIGHT: Alcoholism and the Work of Stephen King, by Dr. Seth C. Kadish on May 20th, 7:30PM, at Against the Stream Meditation Society at 4300 Melrose Ave. Los Angeles, 90027.

This event follows Stephen King's appearance the night before, at the 15th Annual Los Angeles Public Library Awards Dinner, where he receives The Literary Award for his enormous contributions to literature since 1965.

Drawing on material from The Shining, and Salem's Lot, Dr. Kadish connects the similar behaviors of some of King's characters with alcoholics, addicts and vampires.

As Director of Development for KLEAN West Hollywood, Dr. Seth C. Kadish is the chief architect of a highly successful and innovative dual diagnosis program. Dr. Kadish was Staff Psychologist at California State Prison, counseling maximum-security inmates, and prior to that, worked with probation youth at Penny Lane (where he was named Clinician of the Year 2001). In addition, Dr. Kadish has lectured on forensics, mental health topics and substance abuse issues at conferences, treatment centers and numerous civic organizations.

Attending this seminar are psychologists, Marriage and Family Therapists, social workers, substance abuse counselors, alcoholics, addicts and perhaps even a few vampires. (Beverages being served will be limited to tea and coffee ONLY.)

Admission is $10. The evening is produced by Leonard Buschel and sponsored by KLEAN Treatment Center for the benefit of Writers In Treatment, a 501 (c)(3) non- profit corporation that helps men and women in the writing profession suffering from alcoholism, addiction and other self destructive behaviors get treatment for their disease. Writers In Treatment also produces awareness, educational and prevention programs.

Against the Stream Buddhist Meditation Society is located in a historic building in East Hollywood and was founded by author Noah Levine..

CEU's offered by: Pegasus/Villareal & Associates, Inc.

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What would Buddha do if he was on Celebrity Rehab?

Los Angeles, CA -- (ReleaseWire) -- 01/11/2010 -- Kevin Griffin, author, co-founder of the Buddhist Recovery Network and a leading authority on Buddhism and the 12-Step Recovery Program of Alcoholics Anonymous is giving a lecture at Against The Stream Buddhist Meditation Society on Friday, February 5, 2010 at 7:30pm.

Talk and dessert reception is sponsored by Writers in Treatment

Against the Stream Buddhist Meditation Society is located in a historic building in East Hollywood and was founded by Noah Levine, author of Dharma Punx and Against the Stream: A Buddhist Manual for Spiritual Revolutionaries.

Admission $10. R.S.V.P. info@writersintreatment.org or call 818-762-0461. There will be a desert reception after the talk. Kevin Griffin is the author of "One Breath at a Time: Buddhism and the Twelve Steps", and the new book, "A Burning Desire: Dharma God and the Path of Recovery".

Mr. Griffin has been featured on radio and in many national magazines and newspapers. He lectures on meditation and facilitates workshops worldwide.
One CEU is provided for professionals by Recovery View Online Journal.

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