BIZBASH CALL SHEET — #447 — Thursday, 02.14.13
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Compiled today by Beth Kormanik in New York
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1. STATE DINING TIPS: What should dinner guests expect on the menu at future State Department events? Well, new Secretary of State John Kerry hates celery and doesn't drink coffee. Washington Post: “He particularly enjoys scallops. ... You’ll also do well with lamb chops, sheperd’s pie, simple salad, clam chowder, chocolate desserts, ice cream. Apple juice, water, Zinfandel wine, Sauv Blanc." http://wapo.st/Ymf7zJ
2. PARTY DOWN: It could have been the effect of the blizzard shuffling the schedule, or just a reflection of the times, but Fashion Week felt calmer this year, insiders say. New York Times: "The consensus was that this Fashion Week (with notable absences on the party lineup) had been unusually sedate. 'We had too much of too much for too many years,' said Giovanna Battaglia, a stylist, who wore a Balenciaga top with netting that branzini could swim through. 'Instead of going so big, people want to be more intimate and reserved. It’s a natural swing.'” http://nyti.ms/XBKdGQ
3. WATER BREAK: Instead of focusing on his State of the Union rebuttal, people have been poking fun at Senator Marco Rubio's mid-speech sip of water. The awkward lunge for his water bottle was the talk of social media, and welcome news for Poland Spring, the company who received the primetime plug. Politico: "On Wednesday, the company posted a photo of one of its water bottles staring into a mirror lined with Broadway lights with the caption, 'Reflecting on our cameo. What a night!'” http://politi.co/12MiK99
4. CONDOM CAB UPDATE: Trojan had claimed it cleared the red tape for its condom-topped taxi promotion, but the New York Taxi and Limousine Commission claims it hasn't approved it, or even heard of it. Trojan ran afoul of city regulations this summer when it drew long lines for a vibrator giveaway. AdAge: "'Our legal department is in the process of reaching out directly to the appropriate people at the brand, and they'll be suitably notified that they would be at risk if they were to run afoul of our regulations,' said Allan Fromberg, deputy commissioner for public affairs at the TLC." http://bit.ly/12KhkvY
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* INTERNAL NEWS *
Chad Kaydo, the editor in chief of BizBash, and Howard Givner, the executive director of the Event Leadership Institute, announced today the launch of the Event Innovation Forum-South Florida at the BizBash IdeaFest on April 10 at the Fort Lauderdale Convention Center. bizba.sh/Ytbpoa
* LOCAL NEWS *
BOSTON: To help locals steer clear of the wintertime blues, Back Deck is rolling out a Summertime Cookout menu. The menu items feed groups of 10 or more and include platters of grilled burgers and hot dogs, kabobs, and clambake-style fare. There are also buckets and pitchers of sangria and ginger Arnold Palmers.
CHICAGO: The Bubble Ball, a benefit for Between Friends, will be March 9 at the River East Art Center.
The Celebrate Yourself Healthy gala is March 9 at Germania Place. Hosted by Shea Vaughn, founder of the Healthy Initiative Program, the red-carpet event will fete 40 Chicagoans who recently completed the initiative's 90-day "Breakthrough" program.
Search Foundation raised $55,000 at its fund-raiser at the Chicago Marriott last month to help event industry professionals facing catastrophic occurrences.
LAS VEGAS: Sbe announced it will break ground on SLS Las Vegas, with a planned opening in fall 2014.
Sports Illustrated hosted a publicity event for its annual swimsuit issue at Caesars Palace Wednesday, bringing the architecture of the Octavius Tower to life with state-of-the-art projectors, advanced 3-D technology, and animation mapped to the contours of the building; the live 3-D display showcased images from the 2013 edition. A red-carpet event at Caesars’ Garden of the Gods pool oasis was hosted by model Chrissy Teigen.
LOS ANGELES: The 39th annual Block Party fund-raiser expects 3,500 guests to attend the culinary event featuring more than 50 restaurants and caterers. The theme is A Salute to Television, set within the “New York” back lot of Paramount Studios in Hollywood July 13.
The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County is turning 100 this year and will host the Centennial Year kick-off party February 23.
Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar at L.A. Live is teaming up with hockey's Los Angeles Kings to co-host the Royal Feast on March 10 with a goal to raise $150,000 for the Kings Care Foundation.
Local event listings from Masterplanner: http://masterplanneronline.com/losangeles
MIAMI/SOUTH FLORIDA: Miami Metropolitan International Fashion Week announced luxury automobile dealership Prestige Imports as a sponsor. It will display vehicles including a 2013 Audi and a 2013 Lamborghini at the show. Fashion Week is April 24 to 27 at Soho Studios in Wynwood.
NEW YORK: The 2013 Alpha Awards, honoring those who have contributed to the success of nonprofit organization Alpha Workshops, will be May 13 at the Prince George Ballroom. Individual tickets cost $175 and sponsorships from $500 to $50,000 are available. The Alpha Workshops provides H.I.V.-positive individuals with training and employment opportunities within the interior design industry.
Local event listings from Masterplanner: http://masterplanneronline.com/newyork
ORLANDO: Bikefest will bring more than 200,000 bikers from throughout the U.S. to Lake County April 26 to 28. The event will include live music, a Ms. Bikefest contest, a bike show, motorcycle demonstrations, stunt riding, food, and vendors. Downtown Leesburg is open to motorcycles only during the festivities.
WASHINGTON: Washington Post: "Executives at Hilton Worldwide are negotiating a deal with developers of CityCenterDC to build a 370-room Conrad hotel downtown." http://wapo.st/12JpzrY
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With contributions from Jenny Berg in Chicago, Alesandra Dubin in Los Angeles, Mitra Sorrells in Orlando, and Beth Kormanik, Joana Mangune, Lauren Matthews, and Anna Sekula in New York.
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