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Star Wars "Attacks" the November 2011 Great Allentown Comic Con
October 10, 2011 by Brian Pate
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STAR WARS "ATTACKS" THE GACC: CHEWBACCA, YODA, R2D2, AND REBEL LEGION TO ATTEND NOVEMBER 19-20th GACC MEGA SHOW EVENT!
Actors Peter Mayhew and Tom Kane, Star Wars fan groups The Rebel and 501st Legions, and the R2D2 Builders of the Lehigh Valley – Join the Great Allentown Comic Con! November 19-20th Mega Show Guest Lineup.
Allentown PA, October 1st — Iconic Star Wars actor Peter Mayhew (Chewbacca) to headline a galactic sized group of Star Wars themed guests that includes Clone Wars voice actor Tom Kane (Yoda) in addition to an R2D2 droid unit, numerous Jedi, Imperial Storm troopers, bounty hunters, and other fan favorite Star Wars characters of the 501st and Rebel Legions.
Peter Mayhew is of course best known for playing the Wookie Chewbacca in four of the major Star Wars films, a role the 7' 2" English actor was, put simply, born to play. In the years following the films Peter has moved to the United States, become a citizen, and most recently begun writing children's novels with his wife Angie Mayhew.
Tom Kane has spend nearly three decades doing voice work, often times as the narrating voice that helps propel a story and draw listeners into the world being described. Currently he plays the part of Yoda on Star Wars: The Clone Wars, while of course also providing the narration voice work for the same each episode. In addition to Star Wars, Tom has also worked on the popular children's cartoon The Power Puff girls, and most recently provide voice work for The Smurfs movie…as of course "Narrator Smurf"
"We are of course pleased to announce that Echo Base of The Rebel Legion will be joining Garrison Carida® of the 501st Legion in attending the November 2011 Mega Show of the Lehigh Valley's largest pop culture extravaganza – The Great Allentown Comic Con!" – Christopher D. Wertz, Show Founder and Promoter. "After the great response fans had for the 501st at our first show in 2010, it was an easy decision to expand and include the "good-guys" for our first multi-day extravaganza event."
In an effort to show support to the mission both Garrison Carida® and the Rebel Legion have of providing free toys to sick and injured children, we will be accepting unopened Star Wars toys and figure donations all weekend at the show. Members of both Legions will be at the show Saturday November 19th ONLY, so be sure to plan accordingly.
The November show will have a very Sci-fi theme, with a strong Star Trek presence in fellow attending guests and NY Times bestselling authors Peter David and Michal Jan Friedman of Crazy 8 Press. Additional guests are also being planned, and should be announced in coming weeks for more information visit us online at www.allentowncomiccon.com.
About The Great Allentown Comic Con! – The Largest Pop-Culture Comic Convention in the Lehigh Valley. Founded in 2010, by Riverside Comics; The Great Allentown Comic Con (GACC) is already one of the fastest growing Fan-focused events in the comics industry. Currently located in the 10,000 sq ft Showroom of the Merchants Square Mall in Allentown PA, the GACC is dedicated to producing celebrations of comics and popular culture by providing unique access to talented artists and a family-friendly experience for fans. The show motto "Get UR Geek On!" represents in part the recognition of the diverse and unique nature of our fans, and our commitment to providing events where they can come express themselves freely.
MegaCon Announces Initial 2012 Guest Lineup Including Kate Mulgrew
August 23, 2011 by Brian Pate
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MegaCon, the largest comic book, anime, gaming and multi media event in the Southeast, is pleased to make its initial announcement of guests. MegaCon will take place February 17th – 19th, 2012 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL.
MegaCon is proud to announce the appearance of Kate Mulgrew who played Captain Kathryn Janeway from the TV series Star Trek: Voyager
Comic book guests include: Tony Bedard, Dennis Calero, Nick Cardy, Frank Cho, Amanda Conner, Daxiong, Dan DiDio, Chuck Dixon, Paul Gulacy, Cully Hamner, Phil Hester, Rob Hunter, Dan Jurgens, Barbara Kesel, Pablo Marcos, Phil Noto, Jimmy Palmiotti, Dan Parent, Paul Pelletier, Brandon Peterson, Stephane Roux, Frank Tieri, Tim Townsend, Billy Tucci, Ethan Van Sciver, Zeb Wells
Media guests include stars from Star Trek, Warehouse 13, Vampire Diaries, Star Wars, Babylon 5, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Stargate, Robot Chicken and Ghost Hunters International. These stars include: Kate Mulgrew, Brent Spiner, Eddie McClintok, Sal Runbinek, Tia Carrere, David Anders, Joseph Morgan, Laura Cohan, David Prowse, Daniel Logan, Richard LeParmetier, Peter Mayhew, Valerie Perrine, Bruce Boxleitner, Stephen Furst, Peter Jurasik, Corin Nemec, Tony Amendola, Paul McGillion, Scott Tepperman, and Nicholas Brendon.
Live Music on all three days by popular Celtic Band: Emerald Rose.
Other events include: children events provided by the Skiffytown Heroes, paint and take room, RPG gaming events, anime events, LAN room, belly dancing, Indy Film Festival, movie trailers screening room, Saturday evening dance, late night adult only dance, and professional panel room.
The MegaCon guest list is constantly growing. Check www.MegaConvention.com frequently for more updates.
MegaCon 2012
Orange County Convention Center
Orlando, Florida
February 17th – 19th, 2012
Contact Info: firstname.lastname@example.com or www.megaconvention.com
Wizard World Chicago Comic Con Presents "Kid's Day" on Sunday, August 14, 2011
August 9, 2011 by Brian Pate
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Kids Rule at Wizard World Chicago Comic Con on Sunday, August 14
Kids Adventure Passport Quest, "Wow! Wow! Wubbzy!®, Face Painting, Balloon Creations, Kids Costume Contest, 'My Favorite Giant' Reading Just a Few of the All-Day Activities at Wizard World Digital Booth
NEW YORK and ROSEMONT, Ill., August 8, 2011 – It's an all-day kid's extravaganza as Wizard World Chicago Comic Con presents "Kid's Day" on Sunday, August 14, at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center. Kid-friendly activities include meeting (and taking pictures with) characters like the lovable "Wow! Wow! Wubbzy!® from the Nickelodeon® series, Disney® princesses, favorite superheroes and "The Defuser," plus face painting, balloon art, the impossibly cute Kids Costume Contest and a special reading of "My Favorite Giant" by author Peter Mayhew, well-known for having portrayed "Chewbacca" in STAR WARS.
Kids can stop by the Wizard World Digital Booth and pick up a free Wizard World Kids Adventure Passport, to complete activities all over Chicago Comic Con and get a prize at the end of their journey. Parents can look for the "Kid-Friendly" button on activities, vendors, booths and sessions throughout the convention center.
Some of the special programming for kids includes learning "How to be a Hero" with Jarrett Crippen, a.k.a. "The Defuser" from "Who Wants to be a Superhero" (noon); a "Draw Like a Superhero" session with Eisner Award winners Franco Aureliani and Art Baltazar (1 p.m.); the Costume Contest (2 p.m.); and "My Favorite Giant" reading (3 p.m.).
Kids can also take their best shot at STAR WARS' "Jar Jar Binks" with a Nerf blaster rifle at the 501st Legion Midwest Garrison's "Shoot-Jar Jar" Game, with all donations benefiting the Make-A-Wish Foundation.
For more information, parents and kids can visit www.wizardworldkids.com.
Wizard World Chicago Comic Con is the seventh stop on Wizard World's 2011 North American tour. Hours are Thursday, August 11, 5 – 9 p.m.; Friday, August 12, noon – 8 p.m.; Saturday, August 13, 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.; and Sunday, August 14, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Kids 10 and under are admitted free (up to two per paid adult admission). Tickets are available in advance online at http://www.wizardworld.com/
Chicago Comic Con brings together thousands of fans of all ages and dozens of celebrities and industry professionals to celebrate the best in pop-fi, pop culture, movies, graphic novels, comics, toys, video gaming, television, sci-fi, gaming, original art, collectibles, contests and more. Some of the superstar guests include Patrick Stewart, Bruce Campbell, Christopher Lloyd, Morena Baccarin, Felicia Day, Academy Award Winner® Lou Gossett Jr. and James Marsters.
About Wizard World:
Wizard World produces Comic Cons and pop culture conventions across North America that celebrate graphic novels, comic books, movies, TV shows, gaming, technology, toys and social networking. The events often feature celebrities from movies and TV, artists and writers, and events such as premieres, gaming tournaments, panels, and costume contests. Wizard World also produces Wizard World Digital, an online publication covering new and upcoming products and talents in the pop culture world, and is distributed on a weekly basis to online and iPad users worldwide.
The full event schedule can be found at www.wizardworld.com.
August 11-14, 2011 – Chicago Comic Con
September 24-25, 2011 – Los Angeles Comic Con
October 22-23, 2011 – Mid-Ohio Comic Con
November 11-13, 2011 – Austin Comic Con
January 28-29, 2012 – New Orleans Comic Con
March 24-25, 2012 – Toronto Comic Con
April 28-29, 2012 – Anaheim Comic Con
May 19-20, 2012 – Big Apple Comic Con
June 1-3, 2012 – Philadelphia Comic Con
October 2012 – New England Comic Con
December 8-9, 2012 – Miami Comic Con
Stan Lee Extends Appearance at Albuquerque Comic Expo 2011
June 21, 2011 by Brian Pate
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ALBUQUERQUE, NM – June 20th, 2011 Due to overwhelming demand from the public, and the support of thousands of dedicated fans, the Albuquerque Comic Expo is pleased to announce that Stan Lee will be extending his appearance through Sunday, June 26th. Mr. Lee will continue his signing appearance that was originally scheduled for Saturday, June 25th only through Sunday, allowing the public a better chance of meeting the comic book legend.
Stan Lee is the Founder, Chairman and Chief Creative Officer of POW! Entertainment, LLC. Stan Lee's famous co-creations include Spider-Man, The Incredible Hulk, X-Men, The Fantastic Four and Iron Man among many others. Lee, known to millions as the man who's Super Heroes propelled Marvel Comics to its preeminent position in the comic book industry, first became publisher of Marvel Comics in 1972.
The Albuquerque Comic Expo is the Southwest's premier comic book, pop culture, and entertainment convention. Mr. Lee will join a host of other comic book professionals and celebrities, such as LeVar Burton and Marina Sirtis (Star Trek), Peter Mayhew and Jeremy Bulloch (Star Wars), Lloyd Kaufman (Toxic Avenger), and Nicholas Brendon (Buffy the Vampire Slayer).
The Albuquerque Comic Expo takes place June 24th, 25th, and 26th at the Albuquerque Convention Center. For more information, visit the Expo's website at www.abqcomicexpo.com.
Wizard World Philadelphia Comic Con 2011 Programming Announced
June 2, 2011 by Brian Pate
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'Green Lantern' Panels, Bruce Campbell, Billy Dee Williams, 'Batman' Q&As, 'Kids' Day,' 'Buffyfests' Highlight Wizard World Philadelphia Comic Con Programming
Julie Benz, Adam Baldwin, Margot Kidder Q&A's, Evening 'Zombie Beach Party,' 'Terminator' Panel, 'Wizard School,' and Costume Contests Also On Tap For June 17-19 at Pennsylvania Convention Center
NEW YORK and PHILADELPHIA, June 2, 2011 – Wizard World Philadelphia Comic Con today announced its diverse programming schedule, featuring unique celebrity Q&A's, music, film screenings and discussions, artist schools, contests and more for the event, set for Friday through Sunday, June 17-19 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center.
Some of the highlights include:
- "Buffyfests" with "Buffy: The Vampire Slayer" stars Nicholas Brendon, Kelly Donovan, Mercedes McNab and Clare Kramer
- "Green Lantern" franchise discussions with featured creators like Ethan Van Sciver, Carlos Pacheco, Shane Davies, Todd Klein and others
- Rare Q&A sessions with Margot Kidder ("Lois Lane" from the SUPERMAN movies), Julie Benz ("Dexter," "No Ordinary Family), Bruce Campbell ("Burn Notice," ARMY OF DARKNESS), and Adam Baldwin (SERENITY, "Firefly")
- "Stargate Universe" Q&A with the beautiful tandem of Alaina Huffman and Julia Benson
- "Kids' Day" program with face painting, balloons, other fun activities specially designed for children
- Popular panels with Billy Dee Williams and the "Dynamic Duo," Adam West and Burt Ward of "Batman" fame
- Sessions featuring stars of other huge multiplatform franchises such as STAR WARS (Jake Lloyd, Peter Mayhew, Daniel Logan), TERMINATOR (Michael Biehn, Kristanna Loken), "The Incredible Hulk" (Lou Ferrigno) and "The Walking Dead" (Chandler Riggs, Iron E. Singleton, Addy Miller)
- Wizard Art School and Q&A's featuring leading creators like Bill Sienkiewicz, Greg Horn, Humberto Ramos, Mike Grell, Francisco Herrera and others
- The popular adult costume contest and fun kids costume contest with great prizes
Unless noted, Philadelphia Comic Con programming will take place in the designated panel rooms at the Pennsylvania Convention Center, and is included with admission to the event. Seating for panels is strictly limited and available on a first come first serve basis and each room will be cleared between panels. The full schedule is below:
Lou Ferrigno Q&A
Have your questions ready for the original Incredible Hulk Lou Ferrigno, or risk getting crushed. Don't say we didn't warn you. (Room B)
Margot Kidder Q&A
With a career spanning over forty years, and with countless roles on both the big and small screens, acting veteran Margot Kidder (Superman; Sisters; "Smallville") makes a rare appearance at Philadelphia Comic Con to share her secrets to longevity in Hollywood. (Room B)
Exposed: The Secrets Of Professional Wrestling
Ted DiBiase, Virgil and Dawn Marie give fans the low down on what's real and what's not in the world of professional wrestling. (Room B)
Independent Filmmaking With Dan Fogler
Hollywood actor Dan Fogler (Balls of Fury; Fanboys; Kung Fu Panda) and his producing partner Thomas Sullivan will discuss making films outside of the mainstream Hollywood system, as well as the difficulties and freedoms of producing independent works. (Room B)
Claudia Christian Q&A
"Babylon 5" beauty Claudia Christian shares the secrets to her multi-faceted success, and previews a sneak peek of her new Showtime series "Look." (Room A)
Terminator Panel With Michael Biehn And Kristanna Loken
Michael Biehn (Terminator) and Kristanna Loken (Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines) team up to talk about their respective roles as Sgt. Kyle Reese and T-X in the blockbuster movie trilogy. (Room A)
Jonathan Tiersten Performance
Actor and musician Jonathan Tiersten -from the 80′s classic Horror film Sleepaway Camp, and his latest movie The Perfect House – will be performing his latest CD called We'll See, which is featured in the film The Perfect House. Q&A will follow. (Room A)
Buffyfest Q&A With Nicholas Brendon And Kelly Donovan
"Buffy The Vampire Slayer" star Nicholas Brendon (Xander Harris) sits down with his on and off-screen twin brother Kelly Donovan to take fan questions about life during and after the pop culture phenomenon. (Room A)
Digital Comics and the New Publishing Model (Room B)
Borders is failing and Comixology is trending. What does this mean for the future of comics? Get advice on formatting, marketing, publishing and more from creators who've successfully made the crossover from web to print. (Room B)
Star Wars Q&A With Jake Lloyd, Peter Mayhew And Daniel Logan
The stars behind Anakin Skywalker, Chewbacca and Boba Fett take fan questions and discuss their thoughts on the evolution of one of the highest grossing film franchises in history. (Room A)
Mike Grell Q&A
The legendary comic icon behind classic Legion of Super-Heroes Tales and Warlord talks about his tips of the trade and shares his secrets from making it in comics. (Room B)
Billy Dee Williams Q&A
"Lando" lands at Philadelphia Comic Con! Don't miss it as the coolest man in STAR WARS history sits down to take fan questions. (Room A)
Breaking Into Comics With Humberto Ramos, Francisco Herrera And Edgar Segura
Fan favorites Humberto Ramos (Wonder Woman; Astonishing X-Men), Francisco Herrera and Edgar Segura (Superman/Batman) team up to give out their tips on refining your art, pitching to publishers, and any other sound advice they can think of about working in comics. (Room B)
Smurfology 101
This year "The Smurfs" animated series will be celebrating its 30th Anniversary with a new feature film to be released later this summer. The loveable blue gnomes are preparing to Smurf their way into the pop culture landscape yet again! Follow the world's leading Smurfologist Matt Murray as he traces the Smurfs roots from character concepts for an unproduced Belgian short film, to global TV superstars and beyond. Includes special glimpses from Murray's upcoming book The World of Smurfs, due from Abrams Image in August. (Room C)
Boondock Saints Q&A With Norman Reedus And Sean Patrick Flanery
The pair known as Murphy and Connor MacManus in The Boondock Saints I and II reteam for a special Q&A session where they will share the details behind the movies, their careers, and everything you never got to see onscreen. (Room A)
Green Lantern Panel Part I
Some of the minds behind Green Lantern team up to discuss the writing and sketching processes behind one of comics' most popular series. Featuring artists Ethan Van Sciver, Carlos Pachecho, Prentis Rollins and writer Tony Bedard. (Room B)
Julie Benz Q&A
As a star of hit shows like "Buffy the Vampire Slayer," "Dexter" and "No Ordinary Family," Benz talks to fans about her extensive career, ups and downs in the industry and her thoughts on the new generation of sci-fi and fantasy on television. (Room A)
Digital Art School W/ Greg Horn
Superstar Marvel and DC artist Greg Horn (Blackest Night covers) leads a discussion on digital art and
takes you through his creative process. (Room B)
Batman And Robin Q&A With Adam West And Burt Ward
The original '60s Dynamic Duo reteams for this one-of-a-kind Q&A, where Batman and Robin drop their masks and talk about their lady co-stars, the villains they faced and the wild nights after the show! (Room A)
Wizard Art School With Bill Sienkiewicz
Join Eisner Award winning artist Bill Sienkiewicz (Batman: The Widening Gyre covers), as he gives an insiders' look at his art processes, and gives advice on his personal do's and don'ts of the trade to new creators interested in sequential storytelling. (Room B)
Bruce Campbell Q&A
Best known for his roles on the big screen in cult classics such as Army of Darkness and Evil Dead, or as Sam Axe in the hit television show "Burn Notice," Bruce Campbell has proven to be a force to be reckoned with both on-screen and behind-the-scenes as an actor, director and author. Don't miss an opportunity to ask him questions when he makes a rare appearance at Philadelphia Comic Con. (Room A)
Costume Contest
Get your best costume together and come on down to Wizard World's Philadelphia Comic Con costume contest for fun prizes and some of the craziest outfits you'll see this weekend. (Room A)
SPECIAL FILM SCREENING – TBD (Room C)
Official Wizard World Zombie Beach Party
After the show, the party continues at The Zombie Beach Party! Professional makeup artists will transform you into a zombie for the night ($10 face painting fee), then let loose and party with DJ Kiltboy and Dave Ghoul. The Slotcars and The Sharkskins will also take the stage, and don't miss out on the prizes for the most creative zombies of the night. Wizard World Comic Con attendees are free with wristband; guest tickets are $10. (Trocadero Theatre – 1003 Arch Street )
Free Felix The Cat Prints
Visit Don Oriolo -CEO of Felix the Cat Productions- to pick up your free autographed Felix the Cat print. (Booth TBD)
Buffyfest Q&A With Mercedes McNab And Clare Kramer
Join the ladies known as Harmony and Glory on the hit TV show "Buffy the Vampire Slayer," as they discuss their days on the show and dish about what went on behind-the-scenes of the show that just won't die. (Room A)
Walking Dead Q&A With Chandler Riggs, Iron E. Singleton And Addy Miller
AMC's ambitious horror series based on Robert Kirkman's ultra-hot zombie series from Image, now comes to life from director Frank Darabont ("The Green Mile")! Check out this amazing preview of behind-the-scenes footage and extended clips along with a Q&A with some of the show's stars. (Room A)
Green Lantern Panel Part II
Green Lantern artists Shane Davis and Tyler Kirkham and writer Todd Klein continue the Green Lantern discussion in part II of the series, sharing the storytelling processes behind some of your favorite comic minds. (Room B)
Stargate Universe Q&A With Alaina Huffman And Julia Benson (Room A)
Alaina Huffman and Julia Benson take to the stage to spill on their days as the leading ladies Tamara Johansen and Vanessa James from the wildly popular sci-fi series "Stargate Universe." (Room A)
Kids' Day Program – TBD (Room B)
Adam Baldwin Q&A
With roles on sci-fi classics such as Serenity, "Firefly," "The X-Files" and "Angel," Adam Baldwin's extensive résumé speaks for itself. Don't miss his Wizard World Comic Con debut, where he will sit down to answer fan questions and share his favorite moments from the shows we've all come to love. (Room A)
Kids' Costume Contest
Bring kids 10 and under for this special event with fun prizes just for families and the youngsters. (Room B)
Sound Of Musical Interlude With Ethan Van Sciver
The halls are alive with the sound of…"music." Ethan Van Sciver (Flash: Rebirth) invites you to spend the hour trapped in a small room discussing cannibalism, Wolverine, deviancy and all manner of filth and disease through the art of song. Not since Liberace has anyone tickled the ivories with such aplomb. Well, Richard Marx was good… but Ethan is good too! Come and see! (Room B)
Philadelphia Comic Con is the sixth stop on Wizard World's 2011 North American tour. Hours are Friday, June 17, noon – 8 p.m., Saturday, June 18, 10 a.m. – 7 p.m., and Sunday, June 19, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Tickets are available in advance online at http://www.wizardworld.com/philadelphia.html at a savings over tickets purchased at the door. Advance adult single-day tickets are priced at $25 ($35 on site); three-day weekend tickets are $45 ($55 on site), and tickets are free for children age 10 and under when accompanied by a paid adult (limit two children per adult). VIP packages with special entry and exclusive items are also available on a limited basis.
About Wizard World:
Wizard World produces Comic Cons and pop culture conventions across North America that celebrate graphic novels, comic books, movies, TV shows, gaming, technology, toys and social networking. The events often feature celebrities from movies and TV, artists and writers, and events such as premieres, gaming tournaments, panels, and costume contests. Wizard World also produces Wizard World Digital, an online publication covering new and upcoming products and talents in the pop culture world, and is distributed on a weekly basis to online and iPad users worldwide.
For the most recent event information please visit www.wizardworld.com and become a Philadelphia Comic Con Fan on Facebook.
June 17-19 – Philadelphia Comic Con
August 11-14 – Chicago Comic Con
September 17-18 – New England Comic Con
September 24-25 – Los Angeles Comic Con
October 22-23 – Mid-Ohio Comic Con
October 28-30 – Central Canada Comic Con (C4)
November 11-13 – Austin Comic Con
January 28-29, 2012 – New Orleans Comic Con
March 23-25, 2012 – Toronto Comic Con
April 27-29, 2012 – Anaheim Comic Con
December 8-9, 2012 – Miami Comic Con
Albuquerque Comic Expo (June 2011)
April 7, 2011 by Greg-ACE
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Featuring a special appearance by comic book legend Stan Lee!
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Wizard World Toronto Comic Con 2011 Programming Announced
March 9, 2011 by Brian Pate
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'Buffyfest,' 'Star Wars,' 'BSG,' Julie Benz, Billy Dee Williams, Scott Thompson Panels Plus Fan Groups Parade Highlight Wizard World Toronto Comic Con Programming
'Secrets of Pro Wrestling,' Wizard Spotlights, 'Wizard School' and Costume Contests Also On Tap For March 18-20 at Direct Energy Centre
TORONTO, March 8, 2011 – Wizard World Toronto Comic Con today announced its diverse programming schedule, featuring unique celebrity Q&A's, parades, artist schools and more for the event, set for Friday, Saturday and Sunday, March 18-20 at the Direct Energy Centre.
Some of the highlights include:
Rare Q&A panels with Scott Thompson and Julie Benz, as well as popular Comic Con guest Billy Dee Williams
"Battlestar Galactica" panels featuring stars Aaron Douglas and Kate Vernon
STAR WARS sessions with Ray Park (Darth Maul), Daniel Logan (Boba Fett), Jake Lloyd (Anakin Skywalker), Peter Mayhew (original Chewbacca) and Jeremy Bulloch (original Boba Fett)
"Buffyfest" Q&As with Nicholas Brendon, Clare Kramer, Mercedes McNab and Mark Metcalf
Troopers, knights, Ghostbusters and other groups take over the Direct Energy Centre floor with a parade of fan groups
Wizard Art School and Q&A's featuring leading artists like Mitch Breitweiser, Michael Golden, Bill Sienkiewicz, Mike Grell, Phil Jimenez, Greg Horn and others
The popular adult costume contest and fun kids costume contest with great prizes
Toronto Comic Con programming will take place in Room A and Room B at the Direct Energy Centre, and is included with admission to the event. Seating for panels is strictly limited and available on a first come first serve basis and each room will be cleared between panels. The full schedule is below, as well as linked at http://www.wizardworld.com/programming-toronto.html:
Exposed: Secrets Of Professional Wrestling
Ted DiBiase and Virgil give fans the low down on what's real and what's not in the world of professional wrestling. (Room B)
Aaron Douglas Q&A
Best known for his role on "Battlestar Galactica" as Chief Galen Tyrol, Douglas can now be seen on "Hellcats" on The CW, and here he answers all of your questions during this exclusive Wizard World Toronto Comic Con session. (Room A)
Constellation Awards Preview (room A)
Claudia Christian Q&A
"Babylon 5" beauty Claudia Christian shares the secrets to her multi-faceted success, and previews a sneak peek of her new Showtime series "Look." (Room A)
Julie Benz Q&A
As a star of hit shows like "Buffy the Vampire Slayer," "Dexter" and "No Ordinary Family," Benz talks to fans about her extensive career, ups and downs in the industry and her thoughts on the new generation of sci-fi and fantasy on television. (Room A)
Francis Manapul Q&A
Francis Manapul (The Flash) gives his advice on the do's and don'ts of the trade to new creators interested in becoming professional comic artists. (Room B)
Billy Dee Williams Q&A
Lando lands at Toronto Comic Con! The coolest man in Star Wars history sits down to take fan questions. (Room A)
Who Wants To Be On A Reality Show?! Hosted by Jarrett "The Defuser" Crippen
Have you ever wanted to be on a reality show? Are you curious as to what the producers are looking for? Come get inside tips about reality shows and what it takes to win from the winner of Stan Lee's "Who Wants to be a Superhero?" Season II. The Defuser (Jarrett Crippen) will talk about and answer questions regarding the audition process, competition, living conditions and other topics related to his show and reality shows in general. (Room B)
Buffyfest Q&A With Nicholas Brendon
Buffy's Xander Harris sits down to take fan questions about life during and after the pop culture phenomenon. (Room A)
Mitch Breitweiser Q&A
Mitch Breitweiser (Captain America; Fantastic Four) discusses his drawing style and his part in the neoclassical illustration movement. (Room B)
Groups Of The Con Parade
Join troopers, knights, Ghostbusters and more, as they parade around the convention floor.
Peter Mayhew And Jeremy Bulloch Q&A
The original Chewbacca and Boba Fett take fan questions and discuss their thoughts on the evolution of one of the highest grossing film franchises in history. (Room A)
The Hulk Q&A With Jeff Parker And Dale Keown
Two of the minds behind The Hulk team up to discuss the writing and sketching processes behind one of comics' most popular franchises. (Room B)
Jake Lloyd And Daniel Logan Q&A
As the newest and youngest generation of Star Wars icons, Lloyd and Logan discuss their roles as Anakin Skywalker and Boba Fett, and what it was like being the child stars on set. (Room A)
Storytelling With Michael Golden
No matter if you're a writer, artist or a reader of comics, come for this sit-down with one of the most renowned storytellers in the business, Michael Golden, as he tells you a few tricks of the trade that will help you no matter what type of story you tell or enjoy, in whatever medium. It's a rare opportunity to talk with the co-creator of X-Men Rogue, and groundbreaking penciler on such projects as Bucky O'Hare, The 'Nam, Micronauts, G.I. Joe, and much more. (Room B)
Behind The Scenes Of "Danny Husk: The Hollow Planet"
Scott Thompson ("The Kids in the Hall") will take you behind the scenes and into the pages of his newest Frozen Beach graphic novel "Danny Husk: The Hollow Planet." At the Q&A panel, several lucky attendees will win an autographed copy of "Danny Husk: The Hollow Planet," the signed CGC preview of the OGN and a CGC certified autographed photo of Scott Thompson. (Room A)
Bill Sienkiewicz Q&A
Legendary artist Bill Sienkiewicz (Batman: The Widening Gyre covers) gives an insiders' look at his award winning art process. (Room B)
Kid's Costume Contest
Bring any kids 10 and under for this special event with great prizes just for families and the youngsters. (Room A)
Costume Contest: Sponsored By Warner Bros. "Sucker Punch"
Here's your chance to witness some of the craziest outfits you'll see this weekend, and catch a sneak preview of Warner Bros. new film "Sucker Punch." There will be a special "Sucker Punch" category, so get your best costumes together for a chance at a special prize. (Room A)
Battlestar Galactica Q&A With Kate Vernon And Aaron Douglas
Vernon and Douglas talk about their roles as Ellen Tigh and Chief Galen Tyrol, and share what went on behind-the-scenes on the set of the popular sci-fi series "Battle Star Galactica." (Room A)
Between The Lines With Mike Grell
The legendary comic icon behind classic Legion of Super-Heroes Tales and Warlord talks about his tips of the trade and shares his secrets from making it in comics. (Room B)
Chandler Riggs Q&A With Walking Dead Preview
AMC's ambitious horror series, based on Robert Kirkman's ultra-hot zombie series from Image, now comes to life from director Frank Darabont ("The Green Mile")! Check out this amazing preview of behind-the-scenes footage and extended clips along with a Q&A with Chandler Riggs. (Room A)
Buffyfest Q&A With Mercedes Mcnab, Clare Kramer And Mark Metcalf
Join "Buffy the Vampire Slayer's" Harmony, Glory and The Master, as they discuss their days on the hit TV show. (Room B)
Ray Park Q&A
The "X-Men" and "Star Wars: Episode I—The Phantom Menace" star engages fans in this one-of-a-kind Q&A, where he discusses his extensive film biography and his evolution to genre icon. (Room A)
Phil Jimenez: Breaking Into Comics
Have your questions ready because School of Visual Arts instructor and comic pro Phil Jimenez is ready to give fans an interactive tutorial on everything you need to know to draw comics. (Room B)
Groups Of The Con Parade
Join troopers, knights, Ghostbusters and more, as they parade around the convention floor.
Wizard's Digital Art School With Greg Horn
Superstar Marvel and DC artist Greg Horn (Blackest Night covers) leads a discussion on digital art and
takes you through his creative process. (Room A)
Comic Con Costuming With The Rebel Legion
The Rebel Legion costuming group shares their tips, skills and ideas on how to build and improve your comic con costumes. Whether you're a Jedi, Rebel Pilot, Trooper, or Princess, they will share their knowledge on how to make sure your costume is the best. (Room B)
Toronto Comic Con is the third stop on Wizard's 2011 North American tour, which to date has 13 events scheduled. Hours are Friday, March 18, 4 p.m. – 9 p.m.; Saturday, March 19, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., Sunday, March 20, 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. Tickets are available in advance online at www.wizardworld.com/toronto.html at up to a 40% savings over tickets purchased at the door. Advance adult single-day tickets are $25 ($35 on site); three-day weekend tickets are $45 ($55 on site), and tickets are free for children age 10 and under when accompanied by a paid adult (limit two children per adult). VIP packages with special entry and exclusive items are also available.
The Direct Energy Centre is located at Exhibition Place in Toronto. It is Canada's largest facility for conventions, exhibitions and events. Exhibition Place, a 192 acre waterfront campus located in downtown Toronto, is home to a variety of venues including Direct Energy Centre, Allstream Centre, Better Living Centre and the Queen Elizabeth building among various other tenant properties.
About Wizard World, Inc.
In addition to the new online publication Wizard World, the company Wizard World, Inc. (the "Company") is a producer of Comic Cons and pop culture conventions across North America. These events feature celebrities from movies and TV, artists, writers and events such as premieres, gaming tournaments, exhibitors, retailers, panels, and costume contests. The Company began its 2011 Comic Con Tour in New Orleans in January 2011, and has scheduled 12 other Comic Cons in 2011 in large cities such as Anaheim, Philadelphia, New York, Chicago, Austin, and Boston.
For the most recent event information please visit www.wizardworld.com and become a Toronto Comic Con Fan on Facebook.
Mike Carbo's New York Comic Book Marketplace – A Free Admission Show for February 2011
February 11, 2011 by Brian Pate
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Mike Carbo's New York Comic Book Marketplace
Special One Day Free Admission Show
Saturday, February 19, 2011, 10AM – 6PM
Early VIP Admission 9AM-10AM
Hotel Pennsylvania, 401 Seventh Avenue, 18th Floor, New York City
Just in time to thaw out New York City, Mike Carbo will be having a FREE One Day Comic Book Show to warm the hearts of all comic loving fans!
Come and meet some of your favorite artists and comic book legends such as Bill Sienkiewicz, Dick Ayers, Irwin Hasen, Michael Golden, Mark Texeira, Sean Chen, Rudy Nebres, Bill Tucci, Larry Hama and many more. Discover up and coming new artists and independent publishers. All of the artists are happy to meet and greet comic book lovers, sign autographs, and many will even draw sketches of their favorite characters.
For all those Star Wars fans come and meet Peter Mayhew, the one and only Chewbacca! Geoffrey Holder from the 007 Live and Let Die film will also be in attendance to meet with fans and sign autographs.
Over 100 dealer tables will be filled with comics old and new, toys, posters, trading cards, videos, and related pop-culture collectibles. This is an opportunity no true fan should miss!
Bring your children and help introduce a whole new generation to the fun filled, awe inspiring world of comics.
INFORMATION: Contact Mike Carbo 201-892-1212, email@example.com
Carrie Fisher to Headline Star Wars Presence at C2E2
March 29, 2010 by Brian Pate
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Star Warsâ"¢ Fans will Feel the Force at C2E2
Carrie Fisher to Headline Star Wars Presence, Which Will Include Celebrity Appearances, Autographs, Exclusives and More
Norwalk, CT, March 26, 2010: Months before Star Wars Celebration V comes to Orlando, fans can feel the Force at Reed Exhibitions' Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo (C2E2), at McCormick Place, April 16-18, 2010 in downtown Chicago. There's a whole galaxy of fun on the exhibit hall floor, including celebrities, autographs and an exclusive collectible t-shirt that can only be found at the show – as well as a special appearance by Carrie Fisher, who portrayed Princess Leia Organa in the original Star Wars trilogy. In addition, Reed Exhibitions is producing Star Wars Celebration V – in cooperation with Lucasfilm – at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida from August 12-15.
Special Star Wars C2E2 guests include:
Carrie Fisher (Princess Leia Organa) A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi
(Scheduled for Saturday & Sunday only)
Ray Park (Darth Maul) The Phantom Menace
Daniel Logan (Young Boba Fett) Attack of the Clones
Amy Allen (Jedi Aayla Secura) Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith
Orli Shoshan (Jedi Shaak Ti) Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith
Peter Mayhew (Chewbacca) A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, Revenge of the Sith
"We are enormously excited to be making this announcement," notes Lance Fensterman, Group Vice President of the Reed Pop Culture Group and Show Manager for C2E2. "I know that this will be a huge attraction for the thousands of Star Wars fans who will be participating in our show. This is an exclusive showcase that can only be found at C2E2 where fans will get a chance to share and participate in official Star Wars activity."
Organizers note that in addition to the opportunity to meet stars, collectors will have the chance to get their hands on an exclusive Celebration V/C2E2 t-shirt that will only be available to those who purchase their tickets for Celebration V at C2E2. The t-shirt gives a nod to both shows. In addition to the celebration on the show floor, there will be activity on stage as well. Lucasfilm's official presentation begins at 1:15pm on Saturday, April 17th in the IGN Theater, with Steve Sansweet exploring the past, present and future of Star Wars – from the 30th anniversary of Star Wars: Episode V The Empire Strikes Back to the exciting weekly animated series Star Wars: The Clone Wars and the upcoming Star Wars Celebration V.
Sunday is Kids Day at C2E2.. Kids of all ages can learn to draw The Clone Wars characters at the Variant Stage at 1:00pm with Star Wars artists Katie Cook and Grant Gould. Drawing paper and pencils will be provided, or budding artists can bring their own sketchbooks.
Organizers for C2E2 note that tickets for the show continue to sell quickly, and so all fans are encouraged to buy tickets in advance! For more information on guests, tickets, or C2E2 in general, visit www.C2E2.com or check out the show's official blog, MediumAtLarge at www.mediumatlarge.net, or follow C2E2 on Twitter at www.twitter.com/c2e2. For further information about Star Wars Celebration V and to buy tickets, go to www.starwarscelebration.com.
The Pop Culture Group at Reed Exhibitions owns and operates the New York Comic Con (NYCC), the Chicago Comic and Entertainment Expo (C2E2), and the New York Anime Festival (NYAF). New York Comic Con was launched in 2006 and quickly became a dominant presence in the pop culture world of public events. In 2009, 452 companies exhibited at NYCC for a total of 84,000 square feet of paid exhibit space, and it has been ranked by Crain's New York Business as the second-largest annual event in NYC. C2E2, which will debut April 16 – 18 at Chicago's McCormick Place Convention Center, is modeled after NYCC and will provide fans the opportunity to meet and greet their favorite writers, creators, and artists, as well as to see, hear and learn about the latest and greatest in comics, graphic novels, anime, manga, video games, toys, movies, and television. The Pop Culture Group also operates the recently-launched Star Wars Celebration in partnership with the Lucasfilm Ltd. and UFC Fan Expo. Additionally, it holds a strategic partnership with Penny Arcade Expo (PAX) in 2008 and will work closely with PAX on the launch of PAX East in Boston in 2010.
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Michael Golden Makes 1st Texas Appearance in 20 Years at Dallas Comic Con
January 29, 2010 by Brian Pate
Filed under Comic Books, Convention News, Texas
Dallas ComiCon Kicks Up Great Guest List–Michael Golden Added!
First Appearance in Texas in over 20 years!
Dallas, Tx– Everything IS bigger in Texas!…Or so they say, and considering the line-up at this month's Dallas ComiCon, we sure can't deny that old adage–especially since artist/creator Michael Golden is heading to the Lone Star state for his first appearance there in OVER 20 years.
Scheduled for January 30-31 at the Richardson Civic Center, The Dallas ComiCon is fast becoming a true destination for fans of comics, movies, media and more!
"I am also very happy to be returning to my home state and bringing Michael with me," says Renee Witterstaetter of Eva Ink Publishing. "We're looking forward to showing some new items at the event and meeting some new fans and friends. I should even have a preview copy of Michael's new sketchbook, 'MORE Heroes and Villains.' "
With recent work on "Spiderman," "Hulk," and new pieces coming for "Planet of the Apes," "Mouse Templar," and much more, Michael has long been known for his storytelling work on "Spartan X," "Bucky O'Hare," "The 'Nam," "Micronauts," "G.I. Joe," "Doctor Strange," "Star Wars,"….the list goes on and on! In fact, be looking for announcements about his upcoming storytelling class in the near future–in a city near you.
"I'm designing this course to be relevant for writers, artists or anyone interested in crafting an effective tale," says Golden about the upcoming workshop.
To mark his return to Texas in the meantime, Golden will be available both days of the show to sign, and do limited sketching during convention hours. He'll also be debuting three new art prints added to his portfolio just in time for DCC, as well as showcasing two art books "Excess: The Art of Michael Golden," from Vanguard Productions and "Michael Goldens: Heroes and Villains" sketchbook from Eva Ink Publishing.
Joining Golden at the Dallas ComiCon are talented artists and media guests including: Tim Sale, Adam Hughes, Mark Brooks, Peter Mayhew, Sean Patrick Flanery, Daniel Cudmore, Adam West, Todd Nauck, Pat Broderick, Terry Moore, Jim Mahfood, Mike Huddleston, Tom Feister, Matt Sturges, Brian Denham, John Lucas, Bill Williams, Jaime Mendoza, Tone Rodriquez, Josh Howard, James O'Barr, Cat Staggs, Kerry Gammill, Kez Wilson, Joe Eisma, Brent Peeples, Renee Witterstaetter, Brad W. Foster, Allison Sohn, Dirk Strangely, and many more!
So, be sure to check out Artist Alley, then buy and sell your collectibles in the show's huge exhibitor room loaded with more than 100 tables of comics, posters, cards, movies, t-shirts, and more!
The Richardson Civic Center is located at 411 W. Arapaho Rd. Show hours are Saturday 11-6 and Sunday 12-4.
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The fate of the homeless living in Lubbock's Tent City is now in the hands of the city council.
This week Link Ministries, owners of the property, appealed a zoning and planning commission decision not to zone the area as a homeless shelter.
If council doesn't overturn the decision or delay a vote, the people staying there would be forced to leave.
"A couple businesses did say that they didn't want it in their backyard," Les Burrus with Link Ministries said.
Buddy Curry at the Curry Law Firm downtown says he rents property to a diesel company near Tent City. Curry tells us that company and his have seen an increase in thefts at their businesses since the homeless moved to the location off 13th Street and Avenue A.
Curry said they didn't report these offenses to the police and that he knows there's no proof that the people staying in Tent City committed the crimes, but he still believes the homeless' presence at the site is negatively impacting business.
The homeless moved to the new location in March of 2011. Lubbock police tell us that between March 2010 and September 30, 2010, when the homeless weren't at Tent City, there were 120 calls from that area. Since their stay in March to now, police say they've only received 88 calls from the area.
Lubbock councilwoman Karin Gibson is upset that the zoning and planning commission didn't zone the site as a shelter.
"I was just at Tent City and I asked them, where are you going, what are you going to do? Their answer to me was, 'We're back out on the streets.' - which tells me they're right back downtown on Broadway, they're right back down on Main Street and right back down on their door steps," Gibson said.
The council could opt to delay a vote until colder seasons pass. Burrus says they'd be glad to stay there through the winter, but he worries how a stalled decision could affect their plans to fix up the property with restrooms, showers, and other facilities.
"It delays people's willingness to give. It just puts us off 6 months for renovations we'd like to make because they're not going to be permanent. We don't know if this is going to be permanent or not so why invest money in a place that you don't have a lot of security in," Burrus said.
Burrus insists that Tent City is a temporary solution for the homeless as they try to get back on their feet. Since March Burrus says 99 people have stayed at Tent City. Burrus reports 32 people have found new places to stay, 21 are still there, 4 are in jail, and the others have left on their own accord.
Earlier this year the city appointed homelessness committee recommended that faith based organizations take care of the Hub City's homeless rather than passing the responsibilities on to taxpayers.
"They recommended that we let Link Ministries take care of this, and now were taking it away from them," Gibson said.
Link Ministries' appeal is tentatively scheduled to go before the city council on Oct. 27. Burrus encourages people to send their opinions to their elected council members.
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For a taste of Victorian London, see this entry for "BICYCLING" from Dickens's Dictionary of London: An Unconventional Guide, 1888 by Charles Dickens. The more things change, the more they stay the same.
The Los Angeles Department of Transportation Bike Program office released this "Don't block the bike lane" PSA last Thursday.
To serve the controversial Summerhill / Santa Clara Gardens development on the site of the former UC Bay Area Research and Extension Center (BAREC) near Valley Fair Mall, the city of San Jose reconfigured the intersection of Forest Avenue at Winchester Boulevard. The cities removed a signalized crosswalk to improve Level of Service across the read more »
The Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) defines the standards used by road engineers in the United States to install and maintain traffic control devices on all public streets, highways, bikeways, and private roads open to public traffic. "Traffic Control Devices" is engineering jargon for all of the signs, lights, posts, barriers, reflectors, and read more »
California Governor Jerry Brown signed AB 2245 into law yesterday. AB 2245 exempts bicycle lanes from the environmental review requirement in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).


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Don't get it twisted — she earned it. We'll prove it to you from "Genie" to 2013
Tonight, Christina Aguilera will not only perform at The People's Choice Awards 2013 butreceive a special honor called the "People's Voice" award to recognize her achievements in the industry. Nice!
But have the people really spoken to make the pop diva deserving of the award? We take a look back through her career to see why Xtina really IS the PEOPLE'S voice.
1. First Two Singles Go No. 1
The people made their support for Christina clear right away when her first AND second singles both went to No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100; a feat that made her only the third female to do so. The woman to do so before her? None other than Mariah Carey in 1990. "Genie In A Bottle" and"What A Girl Wants" rubbed fans the right way to send her self-titled debut album to No. 1 as well, beating out a new Diddy album that week. The next female to nab two No. 1s out of the gate would come almost a decade later with Lady Gaga.
2. Winning Best New Artist at 2000 Grammy Awards
Nothing really says "we like you" in the music industry like a Grammy Award and Xtina picked up one after just one single. Beating out stiff competition from Britney Spears, Kid Rock, and Macy Gray, the win for Best New Artist shocked no one more than than the singer herself as she shook through a cute, humble and unrehearsed acceptance speech. She has since won three more Grammys for "Lady Marmalade" (in 2002), "Beautiful" (2004), and "Ain't No Other Man" (2007), not to mention a Latin Grammy for her Mi Reflejo album.
3. Earning All-Time Biggest Selling Maxim Cover
Xtina turned into XXXtina for her 2003 Maxim magazine cover featuring her "Dirrty" self stripping down to the bare essentials. The cover soon became the all-time best-selling issue for the men's magazine, proving that fans (i.e., dirty men) were willing to support more than just her record sales.
4. GLAAD Honors Her for "Beautiful"
Before "Born This Way," there was "Beautiful"—the 2002 universal anthem that struck a particular chord with the gay community for its music video. The visual featured a cast of misfits—including a gay male couple—dubbed by Christina "beautiful in every single way." For featuring the couple in such a positive light, The Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD) honored Christina at their 2003 ceremony with a special award.
5. Coke AND Pepsi Endorse Her
It's not easy landing an endorsement deal with two of the biggest brands in the world, but Christina nabbed both Coca-Cola and Pepsi in various points in her career. In her 2000 Coke commercial, she swept a lucky fan off his feet in a contest to meet the pop star. Her dealincluded an additional slot shown in Latin territories with her Mi Reflejo hit "Ven Comingo (Solamente Tu)" (or "Come Over Baby (All I Want Is You)"). Later in 2006, Pepsi snatched the diva for international promos and the U.S. representative for their 2006 FIFA World Cup ads withK-pop star Rain and Arab-pop star Elissa. You're either a Pepsi or a Coke person, but apparently you're an Aguilera fan regardless.
6. Rolling Stone Names Her Youngest "Greatest Singer" Under 30
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Rolling Stone gave Christina a big nod, including her in their list of the 100 Greatest Singers of All Time. While an honor to be just included in the list with a Top 3 consisting of Aretha Franklin, Ray Charles and Elvis, the big-voiced diva was the only artist under the age of 30 at the time of publication. Why? Well Patti LaBelle put it nicely, telling the magazine her James Brown tribute at the 2007 Grammy Awards (above) was "one of the best performances that I've ever seen…I sat and watched it, and at the end, I just involuntarily leapt to my feet. It was amazing."
7. A Voice for the Hungry
Christina has become a voice for the nearly one billion people who don't have enough to eat as an ambassador for the World Food Programme. The Grammy-winner has worked to raise awareness in her role with PSAs and service trips to affected areas like Guatamala and post-earthquake ravaged Haiti in 2010. Her efforts awarded her the George McGovern Leadership Award in 2012 with none other than Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton introducing her.
8. Earns Star on Hollywood Walk Of Fame
Outside Hard Rock Café, you'll find Christina's name eternally in stone on the Hollywood Walk of Fame right next to the great Greta Garbo. Nov. 15 was a special day for Christina; the unveiling of her star and the premiere of her first film Burlesque.
9. Television Decides She is "The Voice"
When you're the only female on a coaching panel for a show called The Voice, people are going to need to believe it. And, luckily, America co-signed! The Voice has been a ratings juggernaut for NBC, pulling in millions more viewers than The X Factor and at times beating American Idolin the ratings.
10. No. 1s in Three Decades
"Moves Like Jagger" was the song of summer 2011 with a whistle hook we couldn't escape. TheMaroon 5/Aguilera collaboration went to No. 1 for four weeks—an impressive feat—but particularly impressive for our girl. With "Jagger," Christina accomplished the rare feat of earning Billboard Hot 100 No. 1s in three different decades with her '90s No. 1 hit "Genie In A Bottle" and three No. 1s in the 00s. Madonna, Michael and Janet Jackson and Stevie Wonder all earned No. 1s across three decades too in their heydays putting in particularly good company.
11. ALMA's "Voice of A Generation" Award
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The American Latino Media Arts (ALMA) Awards honored Aguilera in 2012 with the "Voice of a Generation" award for her multimedia appeal and philanthropic spirit. As her introduction confirms, "As Latinos we are so proud to see how she has become a role model for not only our entire community, but anyone who aspires to make the world a better place." Latin community support? Check!
12. YOU Vote Her Best Music Video of 2012
YOU raised YOUR Voice to vote Xtina's latest visual, "Your Body," as the No. 1 video of 2012! Christina thanked all her "Fighters" and "Unbreakable Flowers" that voted to beat out Katycats, Directioners, Beliebers for the top spot on Fuse's Top 40 Videos of 2012 for a sweet victory to cap off 2012.
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Iowa is not one of the best states to retire in according to Forbes magazine, but Ames is one of the top cities to retire in 2013.
A release from the Ames Chamber and Ames Economic Development Commission said that communities are awarded the Forbes title when they have a cost of living below the national average and a median home price below the current national average. Currently the national median home price is at $186,000, according to the release.
Ames positive attributes listed on Forbes were its ambiance, good air and reasonable cost of living. The fact that it's home to Iowa State is another plus, according to Forbes. And the average home price is $180,000.
The downside --- Cold winters and "lousy state tax climate."
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Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) provides us with an effective model for reducing challenging behaviors, including bullying. As with all behavior situations, we need to remember that focusing on the behaviors—specifically and objectively—is more productive than emphasizing labels such as "bully" or "victim."
Like other behaviors, bullying behavior serves a function for the individual. A functional behavioral assessment (FBA) uses data to identify the probable function and guide the development of the prevention and intervention plan. A school-wide PBIS approach to preventing bullying behavior applies strategies at each of the three tiers of the PBIS model (see diagram below). Prevention and intervention strategies also address the environment, skill building, and staff responses.
Excellent resources for comprehensive information on applying PBIS to decrease bullying can be found in "Reducing the Effectiveness of Bullying Behavior in Schools" [PDF] and "Bully Prevention in Positive Behavior Support" [PDF].
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Security changes to a few Shelby County schools means that some neighbors will lose their homes. All three Montevallo school campuses will have an updated look - complete with new safety features. But those changes are coming at a high price for people living across the street.
Montevallo High School
New building entrance modification for increased safety and security
Office renovation for efficient operation
New nurses station, conference room, teacher workroom, reception and check-in area
Renovation of heating/cooling system
New canopy and sidewalk to Career Tech Center
Renovation of Family and Consumer Science building to include Culinary Arts Center
Renovation of Agriscience department
Renovation of Alice Boyd building
New entrance drive and parking area
New electronic marquee sign on Highway 119
Montevallo Middle School
Purchase property to develop new bus and car rider traffic plans
New traffic entrance and parking area
Separation of bus and car traffic for improved safety
New dedicated turn lanes on Highway 119
Elimination of through-traffic on school property
Retain and upgrade area surrounding George Daily Park
New exterior landscaping
Add signage to Highway 119
New building entrance modification for increased safety and security
New canopy for drop-off/pick-up area
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Renovation of hallways and restrooms
Gymnasium expansion
Additional new bleachers
Renovation of locker room
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Develop new bus and car traffic plan
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ENTERTAINMENT / LUKE BRYAN / ACM CO-HOST: Luke talked about his career and gave us a preview of The Academy of Country Music Awards. The ACM Awards will be hosted by Blake Shelton and Luke Bryan, and will air Sunday, April 6, at 7 p.m. here on NewsChannel 5. You can follow him on Twitter @LukeBryanOnline.
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Voluntary Drug Testing Offered to Teens [1]
A voluntary program launched Monday privately and randomly tests teenagers for drugs, discouraging kids from succumbing to peer pressure....
ACTION, a local group spearheaded by KHTS's Stephanie Weiss, will donate urine testing and optional follow-up services if the drug test comes back positive. The idea is the brainchild of City Councilman and Assistant Saugus High VP Frank Ferry.
In the program, kids who don't take drugs can say, "Dad tests my urine."
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Music, Experimentation and New York Stories Bind NYJFF Lineup
This year's New York Jewish Film Festival takes audiences around the world and back to Gotham with a collection of narrative and documentary features and shorts as diverse as the diaspora they represent.
Behind the Scenes: Peter Kubelka's "Monument Film"
Get a sneak peak at the installation that accompanies Kubelka's highly anticipated new work as it was being set up this weekend in the Furman Gallery, then see Monument Film and Antiphon tonight at 7:00pm and 9:00pm in the Walter Reade Theater. Rush tickets available!
NYFF Daily: Sunday, 10/7
It's shaping up to be a gray day, so let the New York Film Festival add a dash of color with its vibrant Views from the Avant-Garde offerings, conversations with David Chase, Noah Baumbach and Brian De Palma, and a new bunch of Main Slate films.
NYFF Daily: Saturday, 10/6
What's better than hitting the links for another round of golf? The second Saturday of the New York Film Festival. Views from the Avant-Garde, Amour, Passion, our Centerpiece screening of Not Fade Away, and more!
NYFF Daily: Friday, 10/5
TGIF! With a full day of Views from the Avant-Garde offerings, directors Michael Haneke, Olivier Assayas, and Michael Cimino attending screenings, and a midnight creeper to close, the 50th NYFF is poised to kick off a great middle weekend!
The Extravagant Shadows
David Gatten's real-time experiment in (literally) watching paint dry is a beautiful discourse on language and time, and just one of many vibrant and essential offerings in this year's Views from the Avant-Garde.


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In May 1915 Charles Hamilton Sorley crossed to France to serve in the trenches during the First World War. In October of that year he was killed in action at the Battle of Loos. He was twenty years old. He left only 37 complete poems. The one reproduced here is from Marlborough, And Other Poems, a collection published three months after his death. The book became a popular and critical success during the 1920′s and ran through six editions.
When you see millions of the mouthless dead
Across your dreams in pale battalions go,
Say not soft things as other men have said,
That you'll remember. For you need not so.
Give them not praise. For, deaf, how should they know
Nor tears. their blind eyes see not your tears flow.
Nor honour. It is easy to be dead.
Say only this, 'They are dead.' Then add thereto,
'Yet many a better one has died before.'
Then, scanning all the o'ercrowded mass, should you
Perceive one face that you loved heretofore
It is a spook. None wears the face you knew.
Great death has made all his for evermore.
Charles Hamilton Sorley (1895-1915)
There is a distinctly melancholy tone about this poem, and it's always brought to mind by this piece of music composed by Montreal Musician Kevin Dean. It is performed here by Kevin Dean and his uncle, Allan Dean, another highly noted musician. They are accompanied on piano by the talented Marie-Fatima Rudolf.


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Simpson: The Complete Symphonies
7 CD / Hyperion / 2006-11-14Works: Robert Simpson: Symphony no 1; Symphony no 8; Symphony no 2; Symphony no 4; Symphony no 3; Symphony no 5; Symphony no 6; Symphony no 7; Symphony no 9; Discussion on the 9th Symphony by Robert Simpson...
Performers: Koos, Joseph; Simpson, Robert [Composer]
Conductors: Handley, Vernon; Taylor, Matthew
Ensemble: Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra; City of London Sinfonia; Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra; Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
'One of the outstanding recording projects of our time this Hyperion series deserves to stand as a monument while other more superficially glamorous ventures rise...continue...
Simpson: Symphony no 11, etc / Taylor, et al
1 CD / Hyperion / 2004-09-14Works: Robert Simpson: Symphony no 11; Variations on a Theme by Nielsen, for orchestra
Conductors: Taylor, Matthew
Ensemble: City of London Sinfonia
This disc is the grand finale in Hyperion's award-winning series of recordings presenting the symphonies of Robert Simpson - hailed by The Independent as, 'surely...continue...
Simpson: Canzona, etc / Best, Corydon Singers, Quinn, et al
1 CD / Hyperion / 1998-12-01Works: Robert Simpson: Canzona for brass; Media morte in vita sumus, motet for chorus, brass & timpani; Tempi, for chorus; Eppur si muove, for organ
Performers: Quinn, Iain
Conductors: Best, Matthew
Ensemble: Corydon Brass Ensemble; Corydon Singers
Like Beethoven, Robert Simpson generally conceived his music instrumentally rather than vocally. He confessed to being uneasy when faced with the task of word-setting. However,...continue...
Simpson: Symphonies no 1 & 8 / Handley, Royal Philharmonic
1 CD / Hyperion / 1996-12-01Works: Robert Simpson: Symphony no 1; Symphony no 8
Conductors: Handley, Vernon
Ensemble: Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
"Damn it all, you'd think Hyperion would have the grace to slip in at least one less-than-wonderful instalment in their Robert Simpson series...What's on offer...continue...
Simpson: Complete Solo Piano Music / Raymond Clarke
1 CD / Hyperion / 1996-02-01Works: Robert Simpson: Sonata for piano; Variations for piano on a Theme of Haydn; Michael Tippett, His Mystery; Variations for piano on a Theme of Beethoven
Performers: Clarke, Raymond
"I am still reeling from having listened to this disc. Here's a salutary lesson that not all great twentieth-century music needs to have been bred...continue...
Simpson: Symphonies no 3 & 5 / Vernon Handley, Royal PO
1 CD / Hyperion / 1994-12-01Works: Robert Simpson: Symphony no 3; Symphony no 5
Conductors: Handley, Vernon
Ensemble: Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
"The symphonies are gritty, serious and deeply satisfying works of art. They are magnificently performed with exuberance and commitment by Hadley and the Royal Philharmonic...continue...
Simpson: Horn Trio, Horn Quartet / Watkins, Lowbury, et al
1 CD / Hyperion / 1994-09-01Works: Robert Simpson: Trio for horn, violin & piano; Quartet for horn, violin, cello & piano
Performers: Dearnley, Caroline; Green-Armytage, Christopher; Lowbury, Pauline; Watkins, Richard [Horn]
'Another mandatory instalment in Hyperion's magnificent series of Simpson recordings' (CDReview)
'Une interprétation délicate, sensible et chaleureuse' (Répertoire, France...continue...
Simpson: String Quartet no 12, String Quintet /Coull Quartet
1 CD / Hyperion / 1993-11-19Works: Robert Simpson: Quartet for Strings no 12; Quintet for 2 violins, 2 violas & cello
Performers: Bigley, Roger
Ensemble: Coull Quartet
Simpson: String Quartets no 10 & 11 / Coull Quartet
1 CD / Hyperion / 1993-11-12Works: Robert Simpson: Quartet for Strings No 10 "For Peace"; Quartet for Strings No 11
Robert Simpson: String Quartets 14 & 15, Quintet / Vanbrugh Qt
1 CD / Hyperion / 1993-04-01Works: Robert Simpson: Quartet for Strings No 14; Quintet for clarinet, bass clarinet & string trio; Quartet for Strings No 15
Performers: Cross, Fiona; Farrall, Joy
'Yet another deeply impressive Quartet from Robert Simpson. Uniquely invigorating music ... superbly recorded' (Gramophone)
'There is true greatness here' (Hi Fi News)...continue...
Simpson: Symphony no 2, Symphony no 4 / Vernon Handley
1 CD / Hyperion / 1992-11-01Works: Robert Simpson: Symphony no 2; Symphony no 4
Conductors: Handley, Vernon
Ensemble: Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra
Simpson: String Quartets no 1 & 4 / Delmé Quartet
1 CD / Hyperion / 1991-01-01Works: Robert Simpson: Quartet for Strings no 1; Quartet for Strings no 4
Simpson: String Quartets no 2 & 5 / Delmé Quartet
1 CD / Hyperion / 1990-09-01Works: Robert Simpson: Quartet for Strings no 2; Quartet for Strings No 5
Ensemble: Delme String Quartet
'When it comes to recordings of British string quartets there've been few more impressive achievements than Hyperion's Robert Simpson cycle' (BBC Record Review)
'Fans of...continue...
Simpson: String Quartets no 7 & 8 / Delmé String Quartet
1 CD / Hyperion / 1989-10-01Works: Robert Simpson: Quartet for Strings No 7; Quartet for Strings No 8
Simpson: Symphony no 9 / Handley, Bournemouth Sym Orch
1 CD / Hyperion / 1988-11-01Works: Robert Simpson: Symphony no 9; Discussion on the 9th Symphony by Robert Simpson
Conductors: Handley, Vernon
Ensemble: Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra


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the other night, the night before last, i met up with cat for the first time in 49839430 weeks which was very fun. the weather was really nice so we went to the field and talked about obvious things like boys, hairstyles and shoes, and then watched btg and then ate lots of chocolate. and we drew cool stuff, like lions and chubby moustached singers (pictures will follow) and put on crazy make up and took photos and stuff like that. OH and we found this really (well i thought so) cool film about, i can't remember, something like gay christian reform (like wow) and it was only a pound! but we never got round to watching it because A MASSIF MONT BLANC (yes) spider fell from the ceiling and it all went a bit WAAA and then we went to get a drink but there was another spider in the kitchen and aaaa i was scared. so we tried to plan and scare the spiders and catch them but that didn't go well at all. ALORS, we had to move all our stuff and like 49856 duvets upstairs to my room where it was quiet but alas safe. and then we took some more photos. and then we went to sleep on my floor which was actually quite nice / comfy, however APPAZ my clock is too loud but i couldn't hear it. und we talked for a few hours about dogs and then general animals and lost and some people we like and some people we don't like and then it was light outside and we fell asleep and that was a bit like zzzzz.
oh noooooo
yes i think that's enough for today!
hahaa yes and it makes me oh so happy :D
"The Prince gives a ball to-morrow night," murmured the young Student, "and my love will be of the company. If I bring her a red rose she will dance with me till dawn. If I bring her a red rose, I shall hold her in my arms, and she will lean her head upon my shoulder, and her hand will be clasped in mine. But there is no red rose in my garden, so I shall sit lonely, and she will pass me by. She will have no heed of me, and my heart will break."
"The musicians will sit in their gallery," said the young Student, "and play upon their stringed instruments, and my love will dance to the sound of the harp and the violin. She will dance so lightly that her feet will not touch the floor, and the courtiers in their gay dresses will throng round her. But with me she will not dance, for I have no red rose to give her"; and he flung himself down on the grass, and buried his face in his hands, and wept.
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Sygic Combats Distracted Driving with HUD Feature That Lets Drivers Project Navigation Info on to Their Windshield
Bratislava, Slovakia � November 27, 2013 � Sygic today announced a new product to make driving safer as millions of Americans hit the road for the holidays.
Sygic�s Heads-up-Display (HUD) product projects navigation information onto drivers� windshields, so they never have to take their eyes off the road to look down at their navigation software. The product comes at a critical time right before Thanksgiving weekend which, according to National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, is one of the most auto accident-heavy periods of the year. As an added benefit, HUD is available as an in-app purchase for only $4.99 and doesn�t need an expensive add-on product, as the projection can be emitted right from the Sygic GPS Navigation app on any iOS and Android phone or tablet.
Using Sygic�s HUD interface is straightforward: Drivers simply activate the feature from the app�s navigation menu, flip the screen via pop-up menu and place their phone on their dashboard. The specially optimized interface will then reflect clearly on the car�s windshield, displaying navigation information without the need for any expensive accessories. Unlike HUD features or apps that give only partial or gimmicky information to a driver, Sygic�s HUD feature gives them the full Sygic experience, complete with features like live traffic and turn-by-turn voice guidance.
�With tens of millions of Americans driving long distances this Thanksgiving weekend, we felt this was the perfect time to introduce our HUD product to the U.S. drivers will now be able navigate while keeping their attention focused on the road ahead at all times,� Sygic CEO Michal �tencl said. �As we head into the heavy travel season, we hope our HUD will help drivers stay safe on the roads so they can spend more time with their family and friends and less time driving down heavily-trafficked and dangerous winter road conditions.�
Sygic�s HUD continues Sygic�s tradition of providing innovative navigation tools to drivers.
Other Features of Sygic: GPS Navigation include:
� Offline maps that don�t require a cellular data connection
� Turn-by-turn voice-guided GPS navigation
� 3D cities and landscapes
� Voice guidance in more than 40 languages
� Multi-stop routes and Drag & Drop route editing
� Speed limit display and audio warning
� SOS/Help to find assistance nearby
� Interactive map - tap on any street, POI, or photo to choose action
� Robust integration with third party services like Groupon and TripAdvisor to find things like deals, restaurants, hotels, attractions and more
� New speed cameras feature with a constantly-updated database of stationary and mobile speed traps
Unlike other map services, data in Sygic: GPS Navigation is stored on the user�s phone instead of streamed from the Internet, which means that Sygic users don�t have to worry about running up against their cellular data caps by using GPS navigation or getting lost in an area with poor cell reception. When Sygic�s users are online, they now have access to other helpful features like real-time traffic and road incident sharing with other drivers.
Sygic GPS Navigation, now upgraded to version 13.3, is available in the iOS App Store and Google Play, while the HUD feature can be purchased from within the app for $4.99.
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Massapequa Schools Recognize World AIDS Awareness Week
The Massapequa Public Schools HIV/AIDS Advisory Committee wishes to note that World AIDS Awareness Week is recognized from Dec. 3 to 7. As part of this weeklong program, quilt panels from the Names Project will be displayed in the district's three secondary schools, and will also be available for public viewing.
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The MP-H4 is a revolutionary new iron that offers the most forgiveness and playability Mizuno has ever introduced to the better player's market. This iron set features seamless blending of iron type hybrid long irons to half-cavity scoring irons. All irons throughout the set are made with Mizuno's patented Grain Flow Forging process for a soft, solid, consistent feel.
Through use of advanced Computer Animated Design (CAD) simulation, Mizuno engineers created an iron set which consists of three different iron designs that deliver near the legal limit COR and deep COG which deliver long, consistent distance and an easy, high launch, hollow mid irons that offer a medium level COR and very large Sweet Area for controlled distance and forgiveness, and compact half-cavity scoring irons for precision and trajectory control. Each of the three head constructions are seamlessly blended for feel, trajectory, and ball control. The MP-H4 is like no other MP iron Mizuno has ever made before.
- Advanced Hybrid Flow Design from Grain Flow Forged hollow long irons to one piece grain flow forged half cavity scoring irons
- Scientifically designed to optimize sound and feel at impact utilizing Modal Analysis software and Mizuno's Harmonic Impact Technology
- Strategically placed trailing edge bevel allows for a wider sole and deeper COG for easy launch and forgiveness, while delivering Tour confirmed turf interaction
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The Verizon Call Center marked its 5th anniversary in Huntsville Thursday.
A celebration took place at the customer service center.
Since the Center opened in Huntsville in 2007, it has brought in more than 1200 jobs to the area.
Mayor Tommy Battle said the Center has made an economic impact on North Alabama and also helped with recruiting other companies.
"We can say we have a call center here that has an average education level of two years in college per employee. That tells an employer looking at Huntsville, Alabama that there is a very highly skilled population out here and a highly skilled workforce," said Battle.
As part of the celebration, Verizon donated $500 to Crisis Services of North Alabama.
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Wednesday, August 22 @ 7 pm
Socrates Sculpture Park
32-01 Vernon Boulevard
Long Island City, NY 11106
The Korea Society and the Museum of The Moving Image co-present Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter… and Spring—a gorgeously shot feature film that has grossed more in box office receipts than any Korean movie released in United States to date. Directed by phenom Kim Ki-duk, the film is a pastoral poem about the changing seasons and a meditation on the cycle of life. In a tranquil and timeless setting of a temple floating on a lake in a forest, surrounded by mountain spires that cut the monastery off from worldly concerns, an old monk teaches his young disciple the wisdom of Buddha over the many seasons of their lives. In Korean with English subtitles.
For more information, please visit http://www.movingimage.us/
AsianInNY will be holding a model casting and fitting on Sat, 9/01/2012 from 10am - 12pm.
Address: 75 Wall St, New York (rooftop terrace)
We are looking for male and female models of Asian or Mixed descent to participate in our fashion show on Sat 9/22/2012 from 6~10pm. Ages 16-35 please.
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Experience not required, but MUST be confident and reliable!
Female models, bring a pair of black high heels along with your head shot and portfolio.
Compensation: In addition to extensive media exposure, selected models will receive sponsor giftsand an invitation to a private AsianInNY appreciation Party.
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About AsianinNY.com: New York's leader in Asian networking and a multi-cultural sharing site. The goal of AsianInNY is to facilitate connection. We intend to help those living in New York City to find their way, both within their own lives and their communities. We have conducted a lot of fashion shows and created a lot of networking opportunities for everyone who was involved with the production including designers, models, stylists and performers.
The Film Society of Lincoln Center announced today that Ang Lee's "The Life of Pi" will open the 50th New York Film Festival, where it will also make its world premiere. "The Life Of Pi" is the first 3D film to be presented as the opening night gala selection of the New York Film Festival, which runs September 28 through Oct. 14.
This marks the Academy Award-winning director's return to the New York Film Festival, 12 years after "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon," which was the Closing Night Gala presentation in 2000 (the film was also nominated for an Oscar for best film and director in 2001).
The selection of "Life of Pi" puts Ang Lee in good company, with other directors Robert Altman, Pedro Almodóvar and François Truffaut as the only directors to have had more than one film chosen to open NYFF. Ang Lee's film "The Ice Storm" was the opening night gala selection in 1997.
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Once the Musical
The stars talk about their show and favorite NYC hangouts.
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August 23-25, 2012
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AsianInNY, a proud media sponsor for NAAAP, we would like to invite you to join us for the Annual NAAAP Leadership Convention and Diversity Career Fair in New York City!
The NAAAP Convention is an unforgettable three-day gathering of NAAAP members and other Asians seeking career development, leadership training, and professional networking. Presenters include highly accomplished Asians and North America's best leadership and business trainers. There's also a Career Fair with more than 50 diversity-focused companies with job openings for both entry level and experienced professionals. Yes, AsianInNY will be exhibiting!
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Theater: AMC Loews Village 7 (66 3rd Ave. New York, NY 10003)
We will be giving away 15 FREE companion tickets to watch Girlfriend * Boyfriend with us on 8/5 Sunday and here is how:
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What is the Trail behind a Jet?
By Ajay Dasgupta; Illustration by Anup Singh
Soon, the white streak would change into a broken, twisted cloud path. And we were told that it was the fairies' trail.
What causes this white streak?
The white streak is actually a cloud, though the aircraft is a normal jet liner and not a rocket. This white streak is called a 'contrail' or a condensation trail. The engine of a jet aircraft releases after- burners or fumes just like our cars and motorcycles.
These fumes contain a lot of water vapour. At very high altitudes, where the temperature is as low as -38 degree celsius (water freezes at zero degrees), the water vapour freezes into tiny ice crystals almost instantly before evaporating.
A contrail can spread out and form a horizontal sheet of cloud, as winds which blow at high altitudes blow it apart. It disappears eventually when the water vapour evaporates.
Contrail or chemtrail?
The fumes emanating from an aircraft contain several harmful chemicals which pollute the air at high altitudes. So, environmentalists have coined a new term for it - chemtrail or chemical trail. So much for the fairies' trail.
What is the Trail behind a Jet? [5W&H for kids]
By Ajay Dasgupta; Illustration by Anup Singh
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