NATIONAL: The Pink Agenda raised more than $275,000 at its virtual gala, held on Oct. 8. Giuliana Rancic hosted the event, which raised funds for the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. More than 550 guests tuned in, and several celebrities were in attendance including Ryan Seacrest, Taylor Lautner and NBC News anchor Adam Kuperstein.
New York-based Mark Stephen Experiential Agency has launched a new immersive virtual platform. Some of the features include product customization, enhanced animation, realistic modeling, e-commerce and NFT integration, and more.
HOUSTON: Courtyard by Marriott recently opened a new location in Generation Park. The new hotel is five stories and features a 24/7 fitness center, meeting and event space, and The Bistro, a restaurant that serves Starbucks coffee and American cuisine. The brick and stone design is unique to the Redemption Square location.
NEW YORK: The Bank of America Winter Village at Bryant Park is returning for its 20th year on Oct. 29. The village is free to enter, and it will be open until March 6, 2022. The skating rink will be open and guests can book rentals online. About 170 new and returning shops will be there, and Bank of America is spotlighting small businesses this year.
LOS ANGELES: iHeart Media announced its lineup for its fifth annual iHeart Radio Alter Ego, presented by Capital One. Some of the biggest names in alternative music will come together on Jan. 15 at the Forum. Highlighted performers include All Time Low, Coldplay, Imagine Dragons, Twenty One Pilots and more. Tickets go on sale to the general public on Oct. 22.
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