2011 Year of Smiles Calendar Wins Publications Award

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NASHVILLE TN (06/30/2011)(readMedia)-- The 2011 Year of Smiles Celebrity Clown Calendar, a fundraising project benefiting the American Lung Association in Tennessee, has won a 2011 APEX Award for Publication Excellence.

The awards for APEX 2011 are based on excellence in graphic design, editorial content, and the success of the entry – in the opinion of the judges – in achieving overall communications excellence, according to awards sponsor, Communications Concepts. The Year of Smiles Calendar was recognized in the category of One-of-a-Kind Publications, nonprofit division.

The first-year calendar, featured local and national celebrities from Tennessee, in clown makeup, poses, and clown-like scenarios. The participants included CMT's Katie Cook, American Idol alum Bucky Covington, UT Lady Vols Coach Pat Summitt, Jars of Clay lead singer Dan Haseltine, professional wrestling legend Jeff Jarrett, and others.

As the oldest voluntary health organization in the United States, the American Lung Association's mission is to prevent lung disease and promote lung health. From tuberculosis to asthma, from tobacco control to clean indoor and outdoor air, the lung health successes achieved during the American Lung Association's century of service have been gained only through the work of thousands of committed volunteers, dedicated staff and generous supporters.

Calendars may still be purchased by calling 615-329-1151.