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(Free-Press-Release.com) March 31, 2008 -- Author Lisa Umina will inspire students and other invited guests as she introduces her latest book “Milo and the Green Wagon – A Life Lesson to Give,” beginning at noon April 19 at St. Augustine, 2486 W. 14th Street, Cleveland. Umina is partnering with St. Augustine’s to advocate and bring awareness to the Fight Against Hunger. Open to the public and special invitation have been invited to the session, scheduled to run until 3 p.m.

The “ACT” (Action Changes Things) theme of her new book is something Umina believes can motivate others. In the story, the adorable Milo character finds a wagon in the garbage, fixes it up and then uses it to collect food for the hungry, something Umina did as a child with her brother, David. The heartwarming tale teaches children about

generosity, selflessness, love and respect for all people no matter what their stature in life. Umina’s live ACT with Milo reinforces the idea that each person has gifts and talents to share. The author said one of her aspirations with the new book is to spark interest in ACT Mission food drives.

During the event, Sister Corita Ambro is scheduled to talk about hunger and the needs of the community and will give a tour of the Hunger Center. According to a recent report released by The Center for Community Solutions, the basic need for food is on the rise in Cleveland and the suburbs of Cuyahoga County at the same time that government funding is being reduced.

As a surprise gesture of faith and assistance for Sister Corita, Umina asked invited guests to bring

food to “Fill the Wagon,” just as in the Milo story. All donated items will help stock Hunger Center shelves. (GOOD PHOTO OPPORTUNITY)
Umina will autograph copies of “Milo and the Green Wagon” and donate $5 to the Hunger Center for every book sold.
REPORTERS AND PHOTOGRAPHERS ARE WELCOME TO COVER THIS UNIQUE EVENT TO HELP THE HUNGRY

Contact - Lisa Umina at (216) 255-6756 or lisa@halopublishing.com. Umina is a native of Northeast Ohio and attended St. Barnabas Catholic School and Nordonia High School. She has published two other books in the Milo series and established Halo Publishing International, with offices in Independence, Ohio and Mexico City, Mexico. Visit www.halopublishing.com for additional information.