September 5, 2013: Fashion Week PR Nightmare, Dolly Parton to Open Hotel, New App to Stream Live Events on TV

1. FASHION WEEK PR NIGHTMARE: Today's fashion week presentation from David Tlale may prove to be interesting after People's Revolution head Kelly Cutrone notified reporters her firm would not be attending "as we have not been paid. Racked.com: "Agencies like People's Revolution not only promote designers' shows, they also plan the seating chart, run the list, help people to their places (and make sure the right people are sitting in the right seats), assist backstage and make sure the show is timed properly and starts and ends in tandem with the music and lights, among many other things. This memo doesn't mean that the David Tlale show is cancelled, but it does mean that the fashion house's team is undoubtedly scrambling right now to make sure it can staff tomorrow's show properly."  http://bit.ly/14r4lw1

2. NEW APP TO STREAM LIVE EVENTS ON TV: TechCrunch: "Livestream is introducing a whole new app for Roku streaming devices that will enable viewers to watch its live events and archived on-demand videos from their big-screen TVs. The new app is actually Livestream’s first attempt to bring its live channels and on-demand archives to a connected TV device." http://tcrn.ch/13i7sJo

3. DETAILS LAUNCHES 'TECH & TASTEMAKERS' SUMMIT: Men's fashion magazine Details held its first 'Tech & Tastemakers' conference, a move into the live-events arena that can serve as a source of revenue for print publications. Women's Wear Daily: "Conferences serve many purposes, to sell some tickets, for one, and these went for $80 a pop. But with this one, Details also gave some of its advertisers an elevated platform to promote their brands, live and in person. Appearing on the last panel were executives from Puma, Armani Exchange, and Saks Fifth Avenue." http://bit.ly/1aS7WL9

4. BIZBASH ACQUIRES VENUE BOOKING SERVICE: BizBash Media has acquired the assets of Pogby’s ImBookin.com venue booking Web site for an undisclosed amount. The site, which currently serves consumers and businesses for general online booking opportunities, will be revamped to allow event organizers to book smaller venues online and with short notice. Initially, the service will focus on the New York market, with plans to expand.

5. DOLLY PARTON TO OPEN HOTEL, FAMILY-FRIENDLY ROLLER COASTER: Dollywood, the theme park of country music icon Dolly Parton, has plans for a new 300-room DreamMore resort adjacent to the park as well as a dual-launch roller coaster designed to accommodate some children as young as four years old. The resort is expected to open in late 2015. Travel Mole: "It will have a variety of room choices, including a 2,200-square-foot Dolly's Suite Dreams celebrity suite, as well as an indoor and outdoor pool complex, a spa, an amphitheater, and a full-service restaurant with a wrap-around veranda overlooking the mountains." http://bit.ly/15FVSEI

* LOCAL NEWS *

BOSTON:  Prince Pasta, which has roots in Boston, is hosting 100th anniversary events this year. The festivities included a North End celebration on Wednesday, and a food truck will hit the streets to dole out free pasta every Wednesday in September. Why Wednesdays? The company's slogan is "In the North End of Boston, Wednesday is Prince spaghetti day." The Boston Globe: http://b.globe.com/19gkpUM

On Monday, four local bands will participate in the first Cleantech Battle of the Bands at the Cyclorama. The event is hosted by the New England Clean Energy Council and EnerNOC.

CHICAGO:  Magnolia Bakery, which offers catering, has several fall dessert specials. Offerings include Chicago Bears cupcakes, mini apple pies, and honey cake.

The charitable sports league Live to Support will host its third annual block party on September 15. To take place near the Piano Man, the event will include food and drinks, big-screen coverage of the Bears game, and a bags tournament.

Unleashed, a benefit for Canine Therapy Corps, is October 4 at River East Art Center. The evening features cocktails, snacks, musical performances, a silent auction, and a showcase called "CTC Dogs Got Talent."

The Chicago International Film Festival is October 10 to 24.

DALLAS:  Wyndham Jade has named Lili Larson to its sales force to assist the national and state association market looking for convention housing, registration solutions, and site selection services.

LAS VEGAS:  There's a new 50,000-square-foot venue coming to the Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, with an opening slated for later this year. Called the Chelsea, the event and performance space will hold more than 3,000 and be available for a range of events.

Riviera Hotel & Casino announced a new general manager, Rob Kunkle.

LONDON:  Barbican, the conference and arts venue, has reopened following a renovation and announced it has achieved AIM Gold venue accreditation.

LOS ANGELES:  Tickets for the fourth annual Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic, Los Angeles, will go on sale September 10. The event will return to Will Rogers State Historic Park on October 5.

Culina, Modern Italian at the Four Seasons Los Angeles at Beverly Hills has announced a new series of monthly wine dinners, to be held through December, with wineries from Italy and California. Each will bring its high-end selection of regional wines, and guests can dine with the winery representative and Culina wine director Chris Bradford.

Sunset Safari, an after-hours wildlife fest at the L.A. Zoo for Safari Club donors hosted by the Greater Los Angeles Zoo Association, is September 28.

Noah Gonzalez is leaving his post with Puma for H&M, where he'll head head celebrity relations and serve as West Coast spokesperson.

Local event listings from Masterplanner: http://www.masterplanneronline.com/losangeles

MIAMI/SOUTH FLORIDA:  James Beard Foundation's Taste America tour comes to Miami September 20 at the Ancient Spanish Monastery. The Taste Miami event includes a cocktail reception from "Miami's next generation of rising stars" and dinner from host chef Norman Van Aken and other culinary masters.

NEW YORK:  Nokia Music and Sony Music Entertainment will provide free music following shows at Webster Hall for fans who interact with the near field communication-equipped posters, displays, and stickers.

Melvin’s Juice Box, an organic juice bar, will open a second location at Dream Downtown this fall. It will serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Local event listings from Masterplanner: http://www.masterplanneronline.com/newyork

ORLANDO:  Visit Orlando has named Fred Shea senior vice president of convention sales and services.

SAN FRANCISCO:  Apple just sent out invites to an event September 10 at the company's Cupertino HQ; given the colorful invite, Apple is said to be unveiling multiple new iPhone devices, including a low-cost option with different color casings. TechCrunch: http://tcrn.ch/19fb9jQ

TORONTO:  The Liberty Entertainment Group will host the red-carpet gala for the premiere of Kristin Wiig's new film, Hateship Loveship, at C Lounge on Friday night. An after-party hosted by Gansevoort Hotel Group will have a Las Vegas theme, replete with showgirls and a mock casino.

The fifth annual Bovet 1822 and Artists for Peace and Justice Festival Lunch, presented by Roots Canada, is scheduled for Sunday. There will be performances from Daniel Lanois, Michael Bolton, and more; sponsors include Audi and Skyy Vodka.

WASHINGTON:  El Centro D.F. will open a second location in Georgetown on Friday. The Mexican eatery from Richard Sandoval will have more than 270 types of tequila and mezcal and seat 59 guests on the first level, 99 guests on the second, and 55 on a patio.

Diversified Business Communications selected Arlington-based InGo as its social marketing partner. Starting in September, InGo will provide the events and exhibition firm with social marketing and analytics services.

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With contributions from Jenny Berg in Chicago, Alesandra Dubin in Los Angeles, Mitra Sorrells in Orlando, and Beth Kormanik, Lauren Matthews, and Anna Sekula in New York.

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