Today brings a nice mix of seriousness and froth—from Martin Luther King to Kim Kardashian. But you work in the event business, so you're used to it, no? Let us know what you're seeing out there: [email protected].
—Chad Kaydo, BizBash editor in chief
BIZBASH CALL SHEET — #86 — Wednesday, 08.24.11
Compiled today by Chad Kaydo and Jana Schiowitz in New York
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* INCOMING *
1. M.L.K. EVENTS BEGIN: From BizBash news editor Courtney Thompson: The first official gala of the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial dedication week takes place tonight at the National Building Building Museum, with tapped vendors including Hargrove, Showcall, Andre Wells, Amaryllis, DC Rental, Perfect Settings, CES Security, and Susan Davis International. The "Honoring Global Leaders for Peace International Salute" gala will draw both invited and ticketed guests.
GEP is handling logistics, and according to president Marty MacKay, "While we'd be remiss to not take care of the corporate sponsors that are in many cases writing out big checks, we had to remember that this is a memorial for the people. As much as possible, there has been a desire to make sure that there is access to the public for all of the official events this week."
Six of the week's events are taking place at the convention center, and IEP a PRG Company is providing all lighting, sound, and video. The company has five semi-trucks of lighting gear for Saturday's Celebration Dream gala. "The event has two separate stages, so the room plays in two different directions," said Mark D'Alessandro of IEP. "The lighting systems had to play nice together, and fit the styles of both mini-events—an awards show and concert."
More behind-the-scenes details:
http://bit.ly/q8KXpp
A delay is possible, affecting Sunday's dedication of the memorial
as Hurricane Irene approaches the East Coast, the Park Service reported yesterday. NBC:
http://bit.ly/mYJ4TI
2. KARDASHIAN WEDDING PHOTOS: People magazine is out with photos from Kim Kardashian's wedding today, but doesn't seem to be posting the full story online.
http://bit.ly/qsPvlL
3. "GLEE" FASHION VIDEO: The promotional video for Fashion's Night Out, with the TV show's cast singing David Bowie's "Fashion," debuted last night. You can see it on Vogue.com:
http://bit.ly/r4F3Mb
4. MAGIC WRAPPING: From west coast editor Alice Dubin, reporting from Las Vegas: The massive fashion trade show Magic wraps today at the Las Vegas and Mandalay Bay convention centers. On tap for the last day are the FN Platform booth awards, a D.I.Y. accessories activity with the folks behind BurdaStyle.com, and a discussion from fashion bloggers. More on the social marketing and technology strategies behind the show:
http://bit.ly/qKpbKb
5. APPLE CELEBRATES 100: Apple is planning a three-day party to celebrate the opening of its 100th overseas store in Hong Kong, which is expected to open in October. Mac Daily News:
http://bit.ly/r6XoPK
* LOCAL NEWS *
BOSTON: The Downtown Plymouth Waterfront Festival is Saturday, featuring more than 100 local artisans.
CHICAGO: Popular yogurt shop Berry Chill shuttered earlier this year, but owner Michael Farrah launches his new business‚ a food truck known as Yogurt Society‚ Wednesday. The truck will travel to corporate outings and special events. Crains Chicago Business:
http://bit.ly/nfYFS4
Pilsen hosts more block parties than any other Chicago neighborhood, according to Red Eye. Other block-party fun facts: Planners who want to rent Jumping Jacks must go to the city department of cultural affairs and special events. The city will send out a crew to set up the inflatable playgrounds, and most rentals are free.
http://trib.in/o02o3x
More news about 900's Night Out, which is shaping up to be the most buzzed-about happening for Fashion's Night Out in Chicago. V.I.P. guests will get access to a Tzar-sponsored lounge with Grey Goose cocktails, passed apps, and swag bags. The V.I.P. lounge has a sizable host committee that includes Kevin Aeh, shopping editor of Time Out Chicago, and Candace Jordan, society reporter for The Chicago Tribune.
LAS VEGAS: Rio Spa & Salon at the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino hosted its second annual Locks of Love "Cut-A-Thon" last week, collecting 61 ponytails to benefit the organization.
http://bit.ly/9FQFDu
In its fifth year, Las Vegas Restaurant Week will extend to two weeks, August 29 to September 11. Thirteen restaurants at various Caesars Entertainment resorts will prepare specially designed menus at a discounted price, and a portion of each bill will go to Three Square Food Bank.
Chateau Nightclub & Gardens has announced that the opening for the club's rooftop gardens has been postponed due to construction delays. With the postponement came the announcement that a concert by Thirty Seconds to Mars has been cancelled.
The Huffington Post looks inside the biggest Star Trek convention in the world: "Most of the original crews of the various starships Enterprise (etc.) are here at the lavish hotel Rio, as well as over 20,000 people who not only love these characters but dress like them. It's glorious."
http://huff.to/oTodr7
LOS ANGELES: On Monday, the Los Angeles Board of Public Works denied the Sunset Junction Neighborhood Alliance operating permits for its 2011 street fair because of huge unpaid fees, putting the fate of the three-decade-old event in major jeopardy before it is slated to start on Saturday. Los Angeles Times: "Organizers of the Sunset Junction festival say they have secured firm commitments for the more than $141,000 they need to pay the city before officials will consider issuing permits for the event this weekend. It remains unclear if they will have the funds in hand when the Los Angeles Board of Public works meets again Wednesday."
http://lat.ms/nKDRut
Laura Mendoza, founder of La Artista, will design and create the invitations for Katy Perry's 27th birthday party.
Activision announced that Kanye West will perform at the Call of Duty XP convention, taking place September 2-3.
http://bit.ly/rizWtl
PR and marketing consulting firm Coordinex announced its new full-service event division, Coordinex Entertainment Group, specializing in event planning and production, and concert promotion.
http://bit.ly/rbxVzL
The producer of the Electric Daisy Carnival rave told The Los Angeles Times that his event is being unfairly portrayed by leaders and media, in much the same way early rock 'n' roll was rejected by the establishment.
http://lat.ms/pswn8V
The 185-room Courtyard by Marriott Los Angeles LAX/Century Boulevard hotel has announced the completion of a multimillion dollar comprehensive renovation and redesign, including work on the lobby, guestrooms, and meeting space.
MIAMI/SOUTH FLORIDA: SBE Hospitality's SLS Hotel at South Beach is slated to open in March or April. Philippe Starck is designing the hotel, chef Jose Andres will open a restaurant, and Lenny Kravitz will design a bungalow and penthouse suite.
All tickets for tomorrow's Identity Festival will be honored today in Tampa after the Miami event was cancelled.
NEW YORK: Mercedes-Benz, the official vehicle and presenting sponsor of the U.S. Open Men's Singles Championship, launches the U.S. Open Twitter Rally promotion this morning, with Roger Federer making an appearance at the car company's new store in Manhattan. The tennis star is giving away 20 pairs of tickets to the upcoming tennis tournament (the ticket giveaway's location and time broadcasted via Twitter feed earlier this morning).
In partnership with the C.F.D.A., Nine West has devised a way to raise money for Fashion Targets Breast Cancer that will take advantage of the busy life of a model during the upcoming Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week. The shoe company has enlisted 40 models to wear a limited edition boot whilst traveling from castings, fittings, and post-show parties, and pedometer fitted to the footwear will track the number of steps taken. For every mile, Nine West will donate $1 directly to nonprofit along with a designated donation.
http://bit.ly/q67goF
In other fashion news: Lanvin is hosting a dance-off at its Madison Avenue store, where contestants will mimic moves from the company's last video campaign. Vogue:
http://bit.ly/rnHZnZ
The High Line Chefs Dinner will take place on the High Line for part of the night. Colicchio & Sons is hosting the the indoor portion, with a walk-around tasting dinner. Tickets start at $500.
http://bit.ly/q083TM
Nearby Summit, New Jersey, is hosting the third annual Summit Wine & Food Festival with chefs Wade Burch, Alex Garcia, and Jehangir. There will be tastings, seminars, gala dinners, and cooking demos.
http://bit.ly/HuSck
ORLANDO: Saturday night's Red Chair Affair will include an auction of 75 chairs donated by Ikea and decorated by local arts organizations and corporations. The fund-raiser, which kicks off Orlando's cultural season, will take place at the Bob Carr Performing Arts Center. White Wolf Cafe, Charley's Steak House, Moonfish, and Fishbones are among the restaurants that have donated food for the V.I.P. reception.
TORONTO: Lee's Palace hosted one of a series of international listening parties for the new Red Hot Chili Peppers album, "I'm With You," which streamed live online. Market Wire:
http://mwne.ws/no2K1t
NKPR and Skyy Vodka are hosting the TIFF Cocktail Countdown tomorrow night at a private downtown residence.
YOUR NEWS: What are you doing? Tell us: [email protected].
With contributions from Jenny Berg in Chicago, Alesandra Dubin in Los Angeles, Mitra Sorrells in Orlando, Carla Warrilow in Toronto, and Jana Schiowitz, Anna Sekula, and Courtney Thompson in New York.
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