They finally got it right, baby!
Tech Review by Bruce Braunstein
After decades of trying, and millions of man-hours of frustration, they finally got it right. Nuance Corporation has got the nuance down. The "Holy Grail" has been achieved -- speech recognition finally works the way it was supposed to! The software that does it: Dragon NaturallySpeaking Version 10.
For decades I have been futzing around with various versions of speech recognition programs. I tried IBM's Via Voice. I tried earlier versions of Dragon. Each time I have given up in frustration. But finally, version 10 works the way you want it to.
I'm using the product right now to write this review, sitting at my desk talking to it as I would talk to a person. The text is coming out almost perfectly. Of course, some editing is required, but the editing is easy and almost painless. You can go back, highlight words and correct them. Not only that, they've improved the speed of the program as well. Now, words appear on the screen almost as soon as you speak them.
The preferred edition allows you to use a Bluetooth headset so you can walk around the room and dictate. Also, you can dictate into a wave or MP3 recorder. These files can be uploaded to the computer. Dragon will analyze the files and type them up for you. The productivity benefit of this product is enormous.
The hardest part in writing is getting the first draft down. Now, getting your first draft down can be fun. The thought and care that went into the program will really make your life easier. As a writer, no longer can you use writers block as an excuse. With Dragon you can simply talk out your ideas.
As a writer I find the most important thing is to get your ideas down quickly, then edit them later. If you confuse the editorial and the creative processes you will get writers block. This can stymie you. Using a program like NaturallySpeaking takes you one step closer to getting the work on paper. It removes a level of frustration. You don't have to worry about spelling. You don't have to worry about typing. You don't have to worry about the technical difficulties of writing. You just need to concentrate on the content.
One of the features I like most is the program's ability to sense when a sentence is over, and automatically insert a period and a capitol letter at the beginning of the next sentence. Little details like that make the program easy to use.
After you dictate it's important that you go back and reread your work carefully. Even though words are correctly spelled sometimes, a similar word can be substituted for the one you meant to use. Sometimes sentences are not broken at the correct spot. And sometimes your words just need to be rewritten. In short, you have to be careful editing your work later. It's much easier to go back, edit and review than it is to type it up in the first place.
Dragon's latest version works seamlessly with Microsoft Word. You can use all the features of the program with ease.
Here are some suggestions for future versions of the program. I would really like to be able to save a wav file or MP3 file from what I say to the computer. The program should have a recorder feature that lets me export and save the .WAV or .MP3 file. As an alternative, you can record your text into an audio editor such as Audacity, export it as a wav file, then process the text in batch mode.
Another suggestion: a kids training program for reading text, so pre-teen children could use this program to help with their homework. Voice recognition software could be a help or a handicap. It would be like having a calculator when they are doing math. It would be a great tool for students — provided they learn how to write by hand as well.
A third suggestion: screenplay formatting macros built into the program, for automatically formatting dialogue and action by voice.
Finally, I think the next version should update the DragonPad word processor that comes with it. It hasn’t been updated in years and could stand a revision. One problem is that if you set a font and then go to a new paragraph, the font you set up is lost and it reverts back to the default. Thus, for any real work, you have to use Microsoft Word. Fortunately, Dragon works flawlessly with Word.
In the end, I'm having a blast with this program. I think it's great. It's something I have looked forward to my whole life, and I think they finally have gotten it together in a great program. Check it out for yourself at http://www.nuance.com/.
Wednesday, September 24, 2008
Monday, September 22, 2008
SEP 27: 26th AMERICAN WINE AND FOOD FESTIVAL RETURNS TO UNIVERSAL STUDIOS BACKLOT
Featured Event Listing posted by Don Rose
***update: Saturday's event is now SOLD OUT, but tickets are still available for the Friday evening “Red Hot @ Red Seven” party***
The AWFF's annual food and wine extravaganza is a Best Bet of The LA Report, one of our Top Ten Annual LA Events. After an extremely successful 25th anniversary festival weekend last year, another fantastic soiree is expected this month. Once again, the world’s top chefs and fine wine and spirit purveyors will join in celebrating the 26th year of the American Wine & Food Festival.
On September 27, 2008, a line up of today’s most prominent chefs will converge upon Universal Studios in Los Angeles for a culinary celebration at the American Wine & Food Festival. A star-studded gathering of internationally celebrated chefs and fine wine and spirit purveyors will serve in honor of the occasion.
The American Wine & Food Festival is open to the public and features live music, a silent auction and an epicurean feast prepared by an array of the world’s greatest chefs. More details and a link to buy tickets are at: www.awff.org/tickets.html. Must be 21 years or older.
Event Beneficiary: Meals On Wheels
Since its inception in 1982, the Puck-Lazaroff Charitable Foundation has supported the American Wine & Food Festival, raising more than $14 million for the Los Angeles Chapter of Meals On Wheels. This organization serves thousands of meals each day to Los Angeles’ homebound, senior and disabled citizens.
Tickets and Ticket Packages
In addition to $300 individual tickets, the Festival offers special Patron and Corporate packages. For all ticket inquiries please call Joan Wrede at(310) 574-3663.
$25,000 Premier Patron- A preferred Festival Table, seating for twelve (12)- Two (2) invitations to the coveted Sunday Chefs Grand Tasting Dinner at Spago Beverly Hills- Saturday Festival limousine service for twelve (12), roundtrip from the Hollywood and Highland Renaissance Hotel (please call 310-574-3663 for reservations)- Twelve (12) invitations to the Saturday “Wolfgang & Friends in the Kitchen” demonstration (early 4:30pm admisson)- Twelve (12) invitations to the Friday evening “Red Hot @ Red Seven” party- Prominent full-page ad placement in the Festival program book- Recognition in the Festival program book- Corporate or Individual Signage at the Festival, if desired- Your support will provide 3,830 hot, nutritious meals to the homebound in Los Angeles.
$15,000 Distinguished Patron- A preferred Festival Table, seating for ten (10)- Six (6) invitations to the Saturday “Wolfgang and Friends in the Kitchen” demonstration (early 4:30pm admisson)- Six (6) invitations to the Friday evening “Red Hot @ Red Seven” party- A full-page ad in the Festival program book- Recognition in the Festival program book- Corporate or Individual Signage at the Festival, if desired- Your support will provide 2,170 hot, nutritious meals to the homebound in Los Angeles.
$10,000 Supporting Patron- A preferred Festival Table, seating for ten (10)- Four (4) invitations to the Saturday “Wolfgang and Friends in the Kitchen” demonstration (early 4:30pm admisson)- Four (4) invitations to the Friday evening “Red Hot @ Red Seven” party- One half-page ad in the Festival program book- Recognition in the Festival program book- Your support will provide 1,350 hot, nutritious meals to the homebound in Los Angeles.
$5,000 Festival Patron- A VIP Festival Table, seating for ten (10)- Two (2) invitations to the Saturday “Wolfgang and Friends in the Kitchen” demonstration (early 4:30pm admisson)- Two (2) invitations to the Friday evening “Red Hot @ Red Seven” party- Recognition in the Festival program book- Your support will provide 500 hot, nutritious meals to the homebound in Los Angeles.
$3,500 Table Patron- A Reserved Festival Table, seating for ten (10)- Recognition in the Festival program book- Your support will provide 165 hot, nutritious meals to the homebound in Los Angeles.
$2,500 Sponsor-a-Chef - Sponsor the chef of your choice. Your name or company name will appear on professionally-designed signage at the chef‘s Festival station- Two (2) invitations to the Saturday “Wolfgang and Friends in the Kitchen” demonstration (early 4:30pm admisson)- Two (2) invitations to the Friday evening “Red Hot @ Red Seven” party- Festival Table reservations for two (2)- Recognition in the Festival program book
$1,000 Festival Friends- Two (2) invitations to the Saturday “Wolfgang and Friends in the Kitchen” demonstration (early 4:30pm admisson)- Festival Table reservations for two (2)- Recognition in the Festival program book- Your support will provide 100 hot, nutritious meals to the homebound in Los Angeles
***update: Saturday's event is now SOLD OUT, but tickets are still available for the Friday evening “Red Hot @ Red Seven” party***
The AWFF's annual food and wine extravaganza is a Best Bet of The LA Report, one of our Top Ten Annual LA Events. After an extremely successful 25th anniversary festival weekend last year, another fantastic soiree is expected this month. Once again, the world’s top chefs and fine wine and spirit purveyors will join in celebrating the 26th year of the American Wine & Food Festival.
On September 27, 2008, a line up of today’s most prominent chefs will converge upon Universal Studios in Los Angeles for a culinary celebration at the American Wine & Food Festival. A star-studded gathering of internationally celebrated chefs and fine wine and spirit purveyors will serve in honor of the occasion.
The American Wine & Food Festival is open to the public and features live music, a silent auction and an epicurean feast prepared by an array of the world’s greatest chefs. More details and a link to buy tickets are at: www.awff.org/tickets.html. Must be 21 years or older.
Event Beneficiary: Meals On Wheels
Since its inception in 1982, the Puck-Lazaroff Charitable Foundation has supported the American Wine & Food Festival, raising more than $14 million for the Los Angeles Chapter of Meals On Wheels. This organization serves thousands of meals each day to Los Angeles’ homebound, senior and disabled citizens.
Tickets and Ticket Packages
In addition to $300 individual tickets, the Festival offers special Patron and Corporate packages. For all ticket inquiries please call Joan Wrede at(310) 574-3663.
$25,000 Premier Patron- A preferred Festival Table, seating for twelve (12)- Two (2) invitations to the coveted Sunday Chefs Grand Tasting Dinner at Spago Beverly Hills- Saturday Festival limousine service for twelve (12), roundtrip from the Hollywood and Highland Renaissance Hotel (please call 310-574-3663 for reservations)- Twelve (12) invitations to the Saturday “Wolfgang & Friends in the Kitchen” demonstration (early 4:30pm admisson)- Twelve (12) invitations to the Friday evening “Red Hot @ Red Seven” party- Prominent full-page ad placement in the Festival program book- Recognition in the Festival program book- Corporate or Individual Signage at the Festival, if desired- Your support will provide 3,830 hot, nutritious meals to the homebound in Los Angeles.
$15,000 Distinguished Patron- A preferred Festival Table, seating for ten (10)- Six (6) invitations to the Saturday “Wolfgang and Friends in the Kitchen” demonstration (early 4:30pm admisson)- Six (6) invitations to the Friday evening “Red Hot @ Red Seven” party- A full-page ad in the Festival program book- Recognition in the Festival program book- Corporate or Individual Signage at the Festival, if desired- Your support will provide 2,170 hot, nutritious meals to the homebound in Los Angeles.
$10,000 Supporting Patron- A preferred Festival Table, seating for ten (10)- Four (4) invitations to the Saturday “Wolfgang and Friends in the Kitchen” demonstration (early 4:30pm admisson)- Four (4) invitations to the Friday evening “Red Hot @ Red Seven” party- One half-page ad in the Festival program book- Recognition in the Festival program book- Your support will provide 1,350 hot, nutritious meals to the homebound in Los Angeles.
$5,000 Festival Patron- A VIP Festival Table, seating for ten (10)- Two (2) invitations to the Saturday “Wolfgang and Friends in the Kitchen” demonstration (early 4:30pm admisson)- Two (2) invitations to the Friday evening “Red Hot @ Red Seven” party- Recognition in the Festival program book- Your support will provide 500 hot, nutritious meals to the homebound in Los Angeles.
$3,500 Table Patron- A Reserved Festival Table, seating for ten (10)- Recognition in the Festival program book- Your support will provide 165 hot, nutritious meals to the homebound in Los Angeles.
$2,500 Sponsor-a-Chef - Sponsor the chef of your choice. Your name or company name will appear on professionally-designed signage at the chef‘s Festival station- Two (2) invitations to the Saturday “Wolfgang and Friends in the Kitchen” demonstration (early 4:30pm admisson)- Two (2) invitations to the Friday evening “Red Hot @ Red Seven” party- Festival Table reservations for two (2)- Recognition in the Festival program book
$1,000 Festival Friends- Two (2) invitations to the Saturday “Wolfgang and Friends in the Kitchen” demonstration (early 4:30pm admisson)- Festival Table reservations for two (2)- Recognition in the Festival program book- Your support will provide 100 hot, nutritious meals to the homebound in Los Angeles
SEP 25: 7th Annual Precious Cheese Italian FEAST OF SAN GENNARO Returns to LA with PRIMA NOTTE Gala; Feast of San Gennaro Then Continues All Weekend
Prima Notte kickoff event features a galaxy of stars, including Jimmy Kimmel, Adam Carolla, Jerry Vale, Danny Devito, Rhea Perlman, Seth Green, Dr. Drew, Deana Martin and more, all for a great cause this Thursday, September 25th in Hollywood
The San Gennaro Foundation kicks off October’s Italian Heritage Month, a celebration of everything it means to be Italian, with their annual street festival in honor of Italian culture. Now in its seventh year, the Precious® Cheese Italian Feast of San Gennaro, Los Angeles will once again take over Hawthorn Ave. (between Highland and Orange) in Hollywood.
“I am thrilled to be hosting our seventh annual Feast of San Gennaro,” Jimmy Kimmel said. “Look for me there; I’ll be the one with my head buried in a sack of zeppoles.” The fun-filled weekend commences Thursday, September 25th with the opening night gala, Prima Notte 2008, which raises funds for The San Gennaro Foundation’s charitable programs benefiting underprivileged children, families and homeless in Los Angeles.
Tickets for the opening night gala are available online at www.feastofla.org and are $100 each for open seating, or $2,000 for a reserved table for ten guests.
WHO: Hosts Jimmy Kimmel and Adam Carolla honoring Jerry Vale and Robert Barbera, Publisher of L’Italo-Americano Newspaper. Performances by Cristina Fontanelli, Joey Gian, Tony O, Alfio, Deana Martin and the Pat Longo Orchestra. Additional guests include Danny Devito (“It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia”), Rhea Perlman (“Cheers”), Rocco DiSpirito (“Dancing with the Stars”), Jennifer Esposito (“Samantha Who?”), Seth Green (“Family Guy”), Dr. Drew Pinsky (“Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew”), Kristen Alfonso (“Days of Our Lives”), Joe Mascolo (“Days of Our Lives”), Matthew Borlenghi (“The Bold and the Beautiful”) and many more.
WHAT: Prima Notte is a star-studded fundraising gala and auction featuring some of the city’s most prominent Italian-Americans and dignitaries who join together to support the San Gennaro Foundation.
Continuing in their commitment to honor prominent Italian-Americans in the community, The San Gennaro Foundation will pay tribute to legendary singer Jerry Vale and publisher Robert Barbera. Music legend Jerry Vale will receive the San Gennaro Foundation “Italian Heritage Award” and Robert Barbera, publisher of the L’Italo-Americano Newspaper, celebrating its 100th anniversary, will receive the San Gennaro Foundation "Humanitarian Award." Master of Ceremonies Mark DeCarlo will introduce special performances by Cristina Fontanelli, Joey Gian, Tony O, Alfio, Deana Martin and the Pat Longo Orchestra.
The evening’s charity auction will feature: roundtrip airfare from the US to Italy; luxury vacations to New York City and Miami’s South Beach, VIP package to Jimmy Kimmel Live!; golfer’s vacation to Arizona’s Sonaron High Desert; autographed poster and tickets to Dancing with the Stars; autographed guitars from Madonna, Paul McCartney and the Rolling Stones; and autographed NFL helmets from Peyton and Eli Manning and Brett Favre, among many more great prizes.
WHERE: 1651 N. Highland Ave. Hollywood, CA 90028 (1 block S. of Hollywood & Highland)
WHEN: Thursday, September 25, 2008 from 5-10 pm
4:30 pm Press Check-in
5:00 pm Red Carpet Arrivals
6:00 pm Mark DeCarlo’s Welcome to Prima Notte
SEP 26-28: FEAST OF SAN GENNARO Community festival celebrates Italian culture with three days of music, food, wine, rides and games open to the public
Inspired by the 78-year old New York City tradition, the Feast celebrates Italian culture, entertainment and cuisine, and throughout the weekend will feature great food, music, genealogy research, a Kid’s Corner, bocce, bingo, carnival rides, games and more.
“We have been bringing Italian culture to the heart of Hollywood for seven years running,” said Frankie Competelli, President of The San Gennaro Foundation, Los Angeles. “We are thrilled to once again celebrate tradition, family, and great food with the community.”
Surprise celebrity guests will join cooking team Filippo and the Chef, as they demonstrate Italian recipes on the Precious® Cheese Cooking Stage with Precious® Cheese Chef Mark Sciortino.
“Precious Cheese is proud to be presenting sponsor again this year helping to bring authentic Italian culture, entertainment, food and fun to the Los Angeles area,” said Jessica Ruth, spokesperson for Precious Cheese. “The San Gennaro Foundation’s commitment to preserving Italian-American heritage resonates with the Precious Cheese brand and we look forward to continuing to raise funds for the organization and its programs.”
The festival venue is conveniently located across the street from the Hollywood and Highland complex, directly behind the Jimmy Kimmel Live Theater at 1651 N. Highland Ave. Hosted by co-founder Jimmy Kimmel and Adam Carolla, the Feast will be held September 26-28, 2008 from 11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. General admission is $5 and kids under 12 are free. All proceeds benefit the San Gennaro Foundation, established to provide aid to children and families in need in Los Angeles.
For more information about the Precious Cheese Italian Feast of San Gennaro, Los Angeles, please visit www.feastofla.org or call (818) 508-0082.
About Precious Cheese
Precious® Cheese is a brand of Sorrento® Lactalis Commercial, Inc. Founded in 1947, Sorrento produces a wide array of all-natural cheese products, included among the leading brands of mozzarella, ricotta, fresh mozzarella, string and stick cheese sold in the United States. Sorrento also markets a wide variety of specialty cheeses available for retail, food service and industrial customers. More information on Precious Cheese may be found at www.preciouscheese.com.
About The San Gennaro Foundation
The San Gennaro Foundation is a 501(3)c non-profit created by talk show host Jimmy Kimmel, producer Douglas DeLuca, and some of Los Angeles' most prominent Italian-American citizens, to benefit underprivileged children and homeless in Los Angeles, as well as to provide entertainment and cultural enrichment to the community through its non-profit, cultural outreach program. The Foundation’s mission is to uphold the principles established by St. Gennaro, patron saint of Naples who worked tirelessly to help people in need. In addition to fundraising, the group seeks to perpetuate cultural identity and solidarity within the Italian American community. All events are intended to embody the attributes of generosity and goodwill that define the Italian spirit. While some efforts celebrate Italian culture, the Foundation and its programs are not limited to Italian Americans and are supported by diverse individuals.
The San Gennaro Foundation kicks off October’s Italian Heritage Month, a celebration of everything it means to be Italian, with their annual street festival in honor of Italian culture. Now in its seventh year, the Precious® Cheese Italian Feast of San Gennaro, Los Angeles will once again take over Hawthorn Ave. (between Highland and Orange) in Hollywood.
“I am thrilled to be hosting our seventh annual Feast of San Gennaro,” Jimmy Kimmel said. “Look for me there; I’ll be the one with my head buried in a sack of zeppoles.” The fun-filled weekend commences Thursday, September 25th with the opening night gala, Prima Notte 2008, which raises funds for The San Gennaro Foundation’s charitable programs benefiting underprivileged children, families and homeless in Los Angeles.
Tickets for the opening night gala are available online at www.feastofla.org and are $100 each for open seating, or $2,000 for a reserved table for ten guests.
WHO: Hosts Jimmy Kimmel and Adam Carolla honoring Jerry Vale and Robert Barbera, Publisher of L’Italo-Americano Newspaper. Performances by Cristina Fontanelli, Joey Gian, Tony O, Alfio, Deana Martin and the Pat Longo Orchestra. Additional guests include Danny Devito (“It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia”), Rhea Perlman (“Cheers”), Rocco DiSpirito (“Dancing with the Stars”), Jennifer Esposito (“Samantha Who?”), Seth Green (“Family Guy”), Dr. Drew Pinsky (“Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew”), Kristen Alfonso (“Days of Our Lives”), Joe Mascolo (“Days of Our Lives”), Matthew Borlenghi (“The Bold and the Beautiful”) and many more.
WHAT: Prima Notte is a star-studded fundraising gala and auction featuring some of the city’s most prominent Italian-Americans and dignitaries who join together to support the San Gennaro Foundation.
Continuing in their commitment to honor prominent Italian-Americans in the community, The San Gennaro Foundation will pay tribute to legendary singer Jerry Vale and publisher Robert Barbera. Music legend Jerry Vale will receive the San Gennaro Foundation “Italian Heritage Award” and Robert Barbera, publisher of the L’Italo-Americano Newspaper, celebrating its 100th anniversary, will receive the San Gennaro Foundation "Humanitarian Award." Master of Ceremonies Mark DeCarlo will introduce special performances by Cristina Fontanelli, Joey Gian, Tony O, Alfio, Deana Martin and the Pat Longo Orchestra.
The evening’s charity auction will feature: roundtrip airfare from the US to Italy; luxury vacations to New York City and Miami’s South Beach, VIP package to Jimmy Kimmel Live!; golfer’s vacation to Arizona’s Sonaron High Desert; autographed poster and tickets to Dancing with the Stars; autographed guitars from Madonna, Paul McCartney and the Rolling Stones; and autographed NFL helmets from Peyton and Eli Manning and Brett Favre, among many more great prizes.
WHERE: 1651 N. Highland Ave. Hollywood, CA 90028 (1 block S. of Hollywood & Highland)
WHEN: Thursday, September 25, 2008 from 5-10 pm
4:30 pm Press Check-in
5:00 pm Red Carpet Arrivals
6:00 pm Mark DeCarlo’s Welcome to Prima Notte
SEP 26-28: FEAST OF SAN GENNARO Community festival celebrates Italian culture with three days of music, food, wine, rides and games open to the public
Inspired by the 78-year old New York City tradition, the Feast celebrates Italian culture, entertainment and cuisine, and throughout the weekend will feature great food, music, genealogy research, a Kid’s Corner, bocce, bingo, carnival rides, games and more.
“We have been bringing Italian culture to the heart of Hollywood for seven years running,” said Frankie Competelli, President of The San Gennaro Foundation, Los Angeles. “We are thrilled to once again celebrate tradition, family, and great food with the community.”
Surprise celebrity guests will join cooking team Filippo and the Chef, as they demonstrate Italian recipes on the Precious® Cheese Cooking Stage with Precious® Cheese Chef Mark Sciortino.
“Precious Cheese is proud to be presenting sponsor again this year helping to bring authentic Italian culture, entertainment, food and fun to the Los Angeles area,” said Jessica Ruth, spokesperson for Precious Cheese. “The San Gennaro Foundation’s commitment to preserving Italian-American heritage resonates with the Precious Cheese brand and we look forward to continuing to raise funds for the organization and its programs.”
The festival venue is conveniently located across the street from the Hollywood and Highland complex, directly behind the Jimmy Kimmel Live Theater at 1651 N. Highland Ave. Hosted by co-founder Jimmy Kimmel and Adam Carolla, the Feast will be held September 26-28, 2008 from 11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. General admission is $5 and kids under 12 are free. All proceeds benefit the San Gennaro Foundation, established to provide aid to children and families in need in Los Angeles.
For more information about the Precious Cheese Italian Feast of San Gennaro, Los Angeles, please visit www.feastofla.org or call (818) 508-0082.
About Precious Cheese
Precious® Cheese is a brand of Sorrento® Lactalis Commercial, Inc. Founded in 1947, Sorrento produces a wide array of all-natural cheese products, included among the leading brands of mozzarella, ricotta, fresh mozzarella, string and stick cheese sold in the United States. Sorrento also markets a wide variety of specialty cheeses available for retail, food service and industrial customers. More information on Precious Cheese may be found at www.preciouscheese.com.
About The San Gennaro Foundation
The San Gennaro Foundation is a 501(3)c non-profit created by talk show host Jimmy Kimmel, producer Douglas DeLuca, and some of Los Angeles' most prominent Italian-American citizens, to benefit underprivileged children and homeless in Los Angeles, as well as to provide entertainment and cultural enrichment to the community through its non-profit, cultural outreach program. The Foundation’s mission is to uphold the principles established by St. Gennaro, patron saint of Naples who worked tirelessly to help people in need. In addition to fundraising, the group seeks to perpetuate cultural identity and solidarity within the Italian American community. All events are intended to embody the attributes of generosity and goodwill that define the Italian spirit. While some efforts celebrate Italian culture, the Foundation and its programs are not limited to Italian Americans and are supported by diverse individuals.
Sunday, September 21, 2008
CRAIGSLIST LA POST OF THE DAY: FREE EXPENSIVE ITEMS IN GOOD SHAPE (FRIG, LOVE SEAT, DESK, MORE), SEP 21
Free Expensive Items (SFV / West Hills / Woodland Hills)
Reply to: sale-849927133@craigslist.org
Date: 2008-09-21, 5:42PM PDT
Refrigerator - 20.8 CU Feet. Works perfect and is on now. See how cold it gets. FREE.
Love Seat - No tears or stains. Pillows included. Very hip. FREE.
Glass / Brass piece - Configurable to a variety of styles. Includes all the glass. Very stylish.
Desk - This desk has a pullout keyboard tray, and the top has a spot for monitor, printer, etc.. Works perfect. FREE.
Some other items as well if you want to take a look. Goodwill / Salvation ARMY coming in the morning so hurry. Call Joe @ 1+818+974+5071 Victory & Fallbrook.
ORIGINAL POST link: http://losangeles.craigslist.org/sfv/zip/849927133.html
Reply to: sale-849927133@craigslist.org
Date: 2008-09-21, 5:42PM PDT
Refrigerator - 20.8 CU Feet. Works perfect and is on now. See how cold it gets. FREE.
Love Seat - No tears or stains. Pillows included. Very hip. FREE.
Glass / Brass piece - Configurable to a variety of styles. Includes all the glass. Very stylish.
Desk - This desk has a pullout keyboard tray, and the top has a spot for monitor, printer, etc.. Works perfect. FREE.
Some other items as well if you want to take a look. Goodwill / Salvation ARMY coming in the morning so hurry. Call Joe @ 1+818+974+5071 Victory & Fallbrook.
ORIGINAL POST link: http://losangeles.craigslist.org/sfv/zip/849927133.html
SEP 21: EMMYS; A BRONX TALE (LAST SHOWS, WADSWORTH); YOGA FEST, LMU; INTL DAY OF PEACE, GRIFFITH PARK; OBAMA PARTIES; EMERGING CINEMATOGRAPHERS, DGA
Here is a list of selected events recommended by The LA Report for September 21, 2008 (Happy Fall Equinox!):
The 60th annual EMMY AWARDS takes place at 5PM
at NOKIA LIVE downtown LA (the Emmys' new venue, replacing the Shrine).
Broadcast live to the East Coast on ABC, 8pm. Big favorite: AMC's hit "Mad Men."
"A BRONX TALE" starring its creator CHAZZ PALMINTERI
is having its LAST PERFORMANCES TODAY
at the WADSWORTH THEATRE in Brentwood.
Want some free and healthy fun in the Marina/SouthBay area?
Go to the all-day YOGA EVENT at LMU (Loyola Marymount University).
FREE exhibits (around 100 in all) on Alumni Mall, from 9am to 7pm --
plus a GLOBAL MALA benefit just north of the exhibits, with talks, etc.
Take Lincoln Blvd; just south of Jefferson, go East on LMU DRIVE
and talk to the info kiosk to get directions to the on-campus event and a map.
International Day of Peace - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The International Day of Peace is on September 21st of each year and calls for a full day of peace and ceasefire throughout the world.
One of the big events in LA runs today from 11 to 5pm at GRIFFITH PARK
near the Merry Go Round, and involves Jane Goodall.
HOSTED BY KEELY AND PIERCE BROSNAN. Join the festivities: live music, arts and crafts, celebrity speakers and more! The local "Hot Moms Club" will host an "EcoFabulous" fashion show featuring celebrity moms and the latest in green fashion and peace accessories. There will be music by Cord with Rami Jaffee of the Foo Fighters; Leather Souls; Foshay High School Band; Danza Xochipilli; and Tumi Ansa and the Bottom Tree Band. This event is free and open to the public.
EMERGING CINEMATOGRAPHERS at the DGA. ECA Awards 9/21
The Emerging Cinematographer Awards will be held on Sunday, September 21, 2008 at the Directors Guild of America. The afternoon begins at 5 p.m. with the Awards presentations and Screening program, followed immediately by a cocktail reception. For further info and ticket prices, please visit www.cameraguild.com or www.ecawards.net
If you are in a volunteer/politics mood, try one of the LA OBAMA PARTIES.
Most start at 2pm. Goal: talk to voters in "swing states" and bend their ear about Obama.
So if you like talking to swingers, find a party in your area: www.barackobama.com
Friday, September 19, 2008
SEP18-20: Debbie Durkin's MAIN EVENT RED CARPET LOUNGE, PLATFORM MEDIA GROUP and LOS ANGELES CONFIDENTIAL present the Celebrity Green Gifting Chateau
The three day Chateau welcomes celebrities, VIPs and media to celebrate Sunday's Primetime Emmys, while benefiting the Environmental Media Association and The Creative Coalition
Featured Event Listing compiled by Don Rose
Durkin Entertainment Group continues its successful series of events co-located with major awards and festivals (for example, the Oscars and Sundance) with its Celebrity Green Gifting Chateau, which celebrates the 60th Primetime Emmys being held Sunday in Los Angeles. Honoring the 2008 Emmy nominees, presenters, and past winners on September 18-20 at a private, multimillion dollar Beverly Hills Estate, the Celebrity Green Gifting Chateau partners with Los Angeles Confidential magazine and Platform Media Group to produce a 100% sustainable, private, charity event that keeps on giving.
Some of the companies/services featured at the three day Chateau event include:
Brazilian Best Hotels/Kiaroa Eco Luxury Resort trips
Organic To Go Chefs
Solar/Hybrid Cruise Cars shuttling Celebrities/Media/VIP guests
PURE Eco-Designer furniture
Salah of Beverly Hills designer gowns
Global Health and wellness products
Lamborghini jewelry, sunglasses, and watches
Dick DeLaCruz designer golf putters
Good Attitude environmental cleaning products
Day Spa beauty services with organic skincare products
Bronzetique spray tanning, which will pamper guests each day
Eco-fashions
Eldergods Organic Skin Care line (see full story below)
and
Celebrity Portraiture Studio by Wire Image photographer Michael Bezjian where guests can sit for a portrait while learning more about Going Green.
Another highlight of the event involves the Environmental Media Association (EMA), which will be collecting cell phones for recycling. Cell phones contain toxic parts and must be properly recycled. A portion of the proceeds from recycling will go to help fund EMA's programs. Eco-conscious guests can bring in old cell phones and help raise money for the environment. A percentage of Sponsor proceeds will be donated to the EMA.
Another charity element of the Chateau is the Celebrity Poker Challenge hosted by NewPoker.com to benefit The Creative Coalition, which will take place on Friday, Sep. 19 from 9PM -1AM, dealt by The Dealer Dolls. Fabulous prizes await some lucky players.
RELATED STORY: Eldergods Inc. Launches Organic Skin Care Line at Celebrity Green Gifting Chateau
Make-up Artist creates liquid moisturizers with matte finish for face and body
Eldergods Inc.'s new line of liquid moisturizers, including Nectar and Etiquette, will be featured products at this year's Emmy Awards at Debbie Durkin's Main Event Red Carpet Lounge and Green Suite/Celebrity Green Gifting Chateau produced by Durkin Entertainment.
In 2005, while working as a make-up artist on a TV series, Susan Hayward, Founder and President of Eldergods Inc., confronted the challenge that led to the creation of her new skin care line. "One of the actresses was suffering from severely dry skin because of acne medication," says Hayward. "She was hesitant to use a moisturizer because it felt heavy on her skin and she was concerned about breakouts. I had to get creative to cover the issue and make her HD camera ready."
That's when she began concept and production of Nectar and Etiquette -- lightweight, fast absorbing, spray on face and body moisturizers that dry matte. Since then, Hayward has used the line on various film, television and advertising shoots.
Julia Valente, a 20-year industry make-up veteran is currently using the line on the set of the TV series Going South. "We're shooting in HD, and the first day that I used Nectar on the lead actress, who has mature skin, the director noticed a difference in the smoothness and suppleness of her skin. With the volume of products available, it's great to have one created by someone who understands the industry, that's natural and organic and that preps the skin as beautifully as Nectar does."
Nectar is for normal to slightly dry skin, with a textured scent. Etiquette is for normal to oily skin, with a lighter, more citrus fragrance. All product ingredients are certified organic, organic or wild harvested. Alcohol, solvent and nut-free, the products are also not tested on animals.
"The majority of face and body moisturizers are either cream or oil-based," says Hayward. "Liquid with a matte finish is a whole new concept in moisturizing. You can use this product and avoid feeling greasy or coated. So it's great for both the industry and the discerning woman who wants one high end yet versatile product."
Nectar and Etiquette can be purchased online at www.eldergodsinc.com or at selected retailers. Make-up artists, hair stylists and wardrobe stylists can apply online for an industry discount card, offering 40% off of online purchases. For more information, please contact Susan Hayward at susan @ eldergodsinc.com or 416-828-2782 .
CONTACT INFORMATION for the Celebrity Green Gifting Chateau
Event Sponsorship/Poker Players: Debbie Durkin, producer: maineventlounge @ gmail.com or call 310-403-8834
Celebrity RSVP/Spa Appts: Carlos Mata, assistant to the producer: josec.mata @ gmail.com
Media/Celebrity Appts: (By invitation only) Henry Eshelman: heshelman @ platformgrp.com
ABOUT DEBBIE DURKIN
Debbie Durkin is a TV/Film Brand Integration Producer whose recent credits include Nat'l Lampoon's Cattle Call, Blades of Glory, Rocky Balboa, The Bonnie Hunt Show, and Sundance Celebrity Swag Hunt. Debbie has been producing live events since 1975 when doing Public Relations for the NFL/ Chicago Bears as the owner of one of the top Modeling & Talent Agencies in Chicago/Beverly Hills for over 20 years. Debbie received the 2007 Appreciation Award from spcaLA Friends for Life where she and her dog are an Animal Assist -Therapy Team. Main Event Red Carpet Lounges and Green Suites have raised over $13K for Charities since 2007. For more information about Debbie Durkin and the events she produces, please visit www.durkinentertainmentgroup.com.
ABOUT EMA
Environmental Media Association is a non-profit 501(c)3 founded in 1989 by Cindy and Alan Horn and Lyn and Norman Lear. EMA's network of environmentally-conscious celebrities, tastemakers, not-for-profit organizations and corporations continues to be one of our greatest assets. From Hollywood royalty to the hottest new celebrities to cutting-edge businesses that work towards environmental change every day, EMA is a powerful force that brings powerful people together on the path to a healthier planet. EMA puts the public in touch with Hollywood's most in-demand environmentalists. www.ema-online.org
ABOUT TCC
The Creative Coalition ( TCC ) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit public charity organized by prominent figures in the creative community for the purpose of bringing together people in the arts and letters in order to learn about pressing issues so they can better inform the community and nation. www.thecreativecoalition.org.
Featured Event Listing compiled by Don Rose
Durkin Entertainment Group continues its successful series of events co-located with major awards and festivals (for example, the Oscars and Sundance) with its Celebrity Green Gifting Chateau, which celebrates the 60th Primetime Emmys being held Sunday in Los Angeles. Honoring the 2008 Emmy nominees, presenters, and past winners on September 18-20 at a private, multimillion dollar Beverly Hills Estate, the Celebrity Green Gifting Chateau partners with Los Angeles Confidential magazine and Platform Media Group to produce a 100% sustainable, private, charity event that keeps on giving.
Some of the companies/services featured at the three day Chateau event include:
Brazilian Best Hotels/Kiaroa Eco Luxury Resort trips
Organic To Go Chefs
Solar/Hybrid Cruise Cars shuttling Celebrities/Media/VIP guests
PURE Eco-Designer furniture
Salah of Beverly Hills designer gowns
Global Health and wellness products
Lamborghini jewelry, sunglasses, and watches
Dick DeLaCruz designer golf putters
Good Attitude environmental cleaning products
Day Spa beauty services with organic skincare products
Bronzetique spray tanning, which will pamper guests each day
Eco-fashions
Eldergods Organic Skin Care line (see full story below)
and
Celebrity Portraiture Studio by Wire Image photographer Michael Bezjian where guests can sit for a portrait while learning more about Going Green.
Another highlight of the event involves the Environmental Media Association (EMA), which will be collecting cell phones for recycling. Cell phones contain toxic parts and must be properly recycled. A portion of the proceeds from recycling will go to help fund EMA's programs. Eco-conscious guests can bring in old cell phones and help raise money for the environment. A percentage of Sponsor proceeds will be donated to the EMA.
Another charity element of the Chateau is the Celebrity Poker Challenge hosted by NewPoker.com to benefit The Creative Coalition, which will take place on Friday, Sep. 19 from 9PM -1AM, dealt by The Dealer Dolls. Fabulous prizes await some lucky players.
RELATED STORY: Eldergods Inc. Launches Organic Skin Care Line at Celebrity Green Gifting Chateau
Make-up Artist creates liquid moisturizers with matte finish for face and body
Eldergods Inc.'s new line of liquid moisturizers, including Nectar and Etiquette, will be featured products at this year's Emmy Awards at Debbie Durkin's Main Event Red Carpet Lounge and Green Suite/Celebrity Green Gifting Chateau produced by Durkin Entertainment.
In 2005, while working as a make-up artist on a TV series, Susan Hayward, Founder and President of Eldergods Inc., confronted the challenge that led to the creation of her new skin care line. "One of the actresses was suffering from severely dry skin because of acne medication," says Hayward. "She was hesitant to use a moisturizer because it felt heavy on her skin and she was concerned about breakouts. I had to get creative to cover the issue and make her HD camera ready."
That's when she began concept and production of Nectar and Etiquette -- lightweight, fast absorbing, spray on face and body moisturizers that dry matte. Since then, Hayward has used the line on various film, television and advertising shoots.
Julia Valente, a 20-year industry make-up veteran is currently using the line on the set of the TV series Going South. "We're shooting in HD, and the first day that I used Nectar on the lead actress, who has mature skin, the director noticed a difference in the smoothness and suppleness of her skin. With the volume of products available, it's great to have one created by someone who understands the industry, that's natural and organic and that preps the skin as beautifully as Nectar does."
Nectar is for normal to slightly dry skin, with a textured scent. Etiquette is for normal to oily skin, with a lighter, more citrus fragrance. All product ingredients are certified organic, organic or wild harvested. Alcohol, solvent and nut-free, the products are also not tested on animals.
"The majority of face and body moisturizers are either cream or oil-based," says Hayward. "Liquid with a matte finish is a whole new concept in moisturizing. You can use this product and avoid feeling greasy or coated. So it's great for both the industry and the discerning woman who wants one high end yet versatile product."
Nectar and Etiquette can be purchased online at www.eldergodsinc.com or at selected retailers. Make-up artists, hair stylists and wardrobe stylists can apply online for an industry discount card, offering 40% off of online purchases. For more information, please contact Susan Hayward at susan @ eldergodsinc.com or 416-828-2782 .
CONTACT INFORMATION for the Celebrity Green Gifting Chateau
Event Sponsorship/Poker Players: Debbie Durkin, producer: maineventlounge @ gmail.com or call 310-403-8834
Celebrity RSVP/Spa Appts: Carlos Mata, assistant to the producer: josec.mata @ gmail.com
Media/Celebrity Appts: (By invitation only) Henry Eshelman: heshelman @ platformgrp.com
ABOUT DEBBIE DURKIN
Debbie Durkin is a TV/Film Brand Integration Producer whose recent credits include Nat'l Lampoon's Cattle Call, Blades of Glory, Rocky Balboa, The Bonnie Hunt Show, and Sundance Celebrity Swag Hunt. Debbie has been producing live events since 1975 when doing Public Relations for the NFL/ Chicago Bears as the owner of one of the top Modeling & Talent Agencies in Chicago/Beverly Hills for over 20 years. Debbie received the 2007 Appreciation Award from spcaLA Friends for Life where she and her dog are an Animal Assist -Therapy Team. Main Event Red Carpet Lounges and Green Suites have raised over $13K for Charities since 2007. For more information about Debbie Durkin and the events she produces, please visit www.durkinentertainmentgroup.com.
ABOUT EMA
Environmental Media Association is a non-profit 501(c)3 founded in 1989 by Cindy and Alan Horn and Lyn and Norman Lear. EMA's network of environmentally-conscious celebrities, tastemakers, not-for-profit organizations and corporations continues to be one of our greatest assets. From Hollywood royalty to the hottest new celebrities to cutting-edge businesses that work towards environmental change every day, EMA is a powerful force that brings powerful people together on the path to a healthier planet. EMA puts the public in touch with Hollywood's most in-demand environmentalists. www.ema-online.org
ABOUT TCC
The Creative Coalition ( TCC ) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit public charity organized by prominent figures in the creative community for the purpose of bringing together people in the arts and letters in order to learn about pressing issues so they can better inform the community and nation. www.thecreativecoalition.org.
Thursday, September 18, 2008
SEP 27: CHRIS HASTON, NBC PHOTOGRAPHER, TO OPEN SHOW "RIDING WITH MARY" AT THE COMPLEX IN ATWATER VILLAGE
Chris Haston, NBC photographer and boyfriend of Kate Flannery (one of the stars of the popular NBC comedy series "The Office"), has a highly anticipated show opening coming up. Called "Riding with Mary", the show consists of a series of light paintings, as seen in the Lisa Thompson documentary "Riding With Mary" running on Current TV.
Haston's show opens Saturday, September 27 with a kickoff reception 7 pm - 11 pm. The location is in AtwaterVillage at the Complex, 3015 Glendale Blvd, Suite 300, L.A. CA 90039. For more info, go to www.RidingwithMary.com or www.ChrisHaston.com.
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