1. BEST FOOD TRUCKS IN AMERICA: The Daily Meal has named the 101 best food trucks in the country, considering not only food but also the Facebook and Twitter followings. Los Angeles is the city with the most winners, at 16, followed by San Francisco at 11 and New York at 10. The overall winner? New York's Red Hook Lobster Truck. http://bit.ly/17G4GAP
2. N.F.L.'S NEW ENTRY POLICY BANS PURSES, BAGS: A new policy forbids fans from bringing in bags and purses to N.F.L. games this season. The un-fan-friendly policy bans backpacks, fanny bags, seat cushions, and purses larger than a clutch. One exception: Fans may bring one clear plastic bag, which N.F.L. teams will be selling with team logos. CBS Sports: "This will make the job of checking items much more efficient and effective," said N.F.L. vice president and chief security officer Jeffrey Miller. "We will be able to deliver a better and quicker experience at the gates and also provide a safer environment. We appreciate our fans' cooperation." http://cbsprt.co/13FbNoV
3. ART BASEL BRINGS IN THE BUYERS: Art Basel—the original, in Switzerland—is under way with its typical who's who in the contemporary art world. New York Times: "As large and lively as ever, with 304 galleries exhibiting from 39 countries, Art Basel is still a magnet for big-money collectors and museum directors. Among those at the invitation-only opening on Tuesday were New York financiers like Donald B. Marron and Leon Black, the Miami collectors Donald and Mera Rubell, and the Russian oligarch Roman A. Abramovich. Also seen perusing booths was Richard Armstrong, who runs the Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation; Alain Seban, president of the Pompidou Center in Paris; and Nicholas Serota, director of the Tate in London." http://nyti.ms/11Aow8n
* INDUSTRY NEWS *
A report from the Center for Exhibition Industry Research showed steady growth for the industry based on first quarter data. Net square feet, the number of exhibitors, and real revenues increased, while attendance dipped slightly, which the organization attributed to lower government employee participation. www.ceir.org
GenieConnect recently launched MeetingsConnect, a meeting management app created to make one-to-one meeting programs at events more efficient.
* LOCAL NEWS *
BOSTON: The Boston Harbor Hotel's "Summer in the City" entertainment series launched on Thursday. The series will offer more than 50 nights of live waterfront entertainment with theme nights such as "Rat Pack Mondays" and "Country Pop Wednesdays."
CHICAGO: The Strawberry Festival will take place in Long Grove June 21-23. With 40,000 expected visitors, the three-day event will offer rides, face painting, vendor tents, and outdoor activities.
BNP Media announced its acquisition of Converting Influence and Converters Expo, at the Lambeau Atrium in Green Bay, Wisconsin.
Tommy Hilfiger's Surf Shack Bus Tour will stop at Chicago's North Beach June 29-30. The mobile pop-up shop, modeled on a classic beachside surf shack, will sell artist-designed surfboards and a capsule collection.
8000 Miles Chinese & Japanese restaurant will open in Roselle on June 18. The venue will have a semiprivate dining area.
Michael Shannon and Billy Dec will co-host a Man of Steel benefit screening on June 22. The evening will include a screening of the film at the AMC Lowes 600 North Michigan and a reception at Rockit Bar & Grill, and proceeds will benefit A Red Orchid Theatre.
LAS VEGAS: Las Vegas Review-Journal: "Restaurants and catering companies drew the largest crowds of chatty mouths and hungry stomachs at Wednesday’s Business Expo 2013, hosted by the Las Vegas Metro Chamber of Commerce." http://bit.ly/11KHDAx
LOS ANGELES: IMG and AVP have inked a deal to add two IMG-produced events: the Manhattan Beach Open August 23-25 and the Atlantic City Beach Volleyball Tournament September 6-8.
Local event listings from Masterplanner: http://www.masterplanneronline.com/losangeles
MIAMI/SOUTH FLORIDA: The 2013 American Black Film Festival is June 19-23. Sponsor American Airlines will create a terminal experience at the registration center.
Cabana, a high-end beachwear trade show, will launch July 20–22 in a tent on the beach between the W Hotel and the Setai in Miami Beach. Apparel News: http://bit.ly/1539Mkj
NEW YORK: Ovando, a floral design and event production company, celebrated its 10th anniversary June 5 and is featuring limited-edition floral arrangements and home fragrances.
The Film Society of Lincoln Center announced the lineup for Latinbeat July 12-21. The work will come from new and veteran filmmakers including Santiago Loza, Ernesto Diaz, and Michael Wahrman.
Hudson Terrace hosted the first Reach for the Stars event Wednesday to benefit research for the International Rett Syndrome Foundation. The night included a cocktail reception with performances by DJ Hesta Prynn and musician Randy Levine along with a live auction with M.C. Elyse Luray.
Local event listings from Masterplanner: http://www.masterplanneronline.com/newyork
ORLANDO: Lakeridge Winery will hold its 23rd annual festival June 21-23 where more than 80 crafters will show their artwork. Complimentary winery tours and tastings will be held along with the annual stomping of the grapes.
TORONTO: The Fort York National Historic Site will host the War of 1812 Festival this weekend. Guests will be able to tour War of 1812 encampments and taste period food.
WASHINGTON: In a summertime promotion for its new Washington Nationals affinity check card, PNC Bank is offering customers a chance to throw out the first pitch at a Washington Nationals game vs. the Philadelphia Phillies August 9. Washington Business Journal: http://bit.ly/11iAzbm
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With contributions from Jenny Berg in Chicago, Alesandra Dubin in Los Angeles, Mitra Sorrells in Orlando, and Haley Holton, Beth Kormanik, Lauren Matthews, and Anna Sekula in New York.
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