Google Me : the Social Phenomenon

Google Me , the Movie



A documentary by Jim Killeen
Starring 7 guys named Jim Killeen

http://www.googlemethemovie.com/

"It all started when I Googled my name," said Killeen of his movie. And who in today's day and age hasn't engaged in just such an activity in a moment of idle "webbing." The difference here that the filmmaker actually followed up on his findings by not only contacting his namesakes but also traveling to whatever remote location called for to meet and interview the subjects of his search.

http://www.googlemethemovie.com/

Famed Obama 'Hope' poster artist losing hope

Famed Obama 'Hope' poster artist losing hope

By Aamer Madhani, National Journal

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ynews_excl/ynews_excl_pl3712

The artist whose poster of Barack Obama became a rallying image during the hope-and-change election of 2008 says he understands why so many people have lost faith.

In an exclusive interview with National Journal on Thursday, Shepard Fairey expressed his disappointment with the president -- a malaise that seems representative of many Democrats who had great expectations for Obama.

more:

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ynews_excl/ynews_excl_pl3712

the Bridgehampton Polo Club

the Bridgehampton Polo Club

And yes I went to the Hamptons for a Polo Event. It's been a while but the Bridgehampton Polo Club for the Mercedes Benz Challenge seemed like a good spot to get reacquainted with the sport. I was accompanied by the Tri-States own ArtChick most of you know her as a club photographer extraordinaire and she is now one of the hottest wedding photographers money can buy.

For Artchick it was her first time in the Hamptons. She really seemed to enjoyed photographing the horses and the event from behind the scenes. She dug right in with her usual vigor and at one point we almost interjected our self into the match and were quite relieved not to get stomped on . Artchick held her ground and got some amazing shots in all the ensuing kaos.

We opted out of the VIP festivities and decided on the more traditional tail gate. I dawned my yellow summer afternoon cocktail jacket and personified the picture of Hamptons society circuit.The traditional Divot stomping at half-time with spectators wander all over was a hoot and gives you a good feeling of the vastness of the size of the field. It's fun and a great opportunity to meet people .

the Great Falls of Paterson

the Great Falls of Paterson

I visited the Great Falls ,it s actually very easy to get to , just head down Route 4 west till it turns into Broadway ,just keep going til you cant go any farther ,then make a right and you are there.

Lets retrace the steps Alexander Hamilton took in 1778, when he visited the breathtaking falls and was impressed by its huge potential for industry. As Secretary of Treasury, he selected the site of the nation's first planned industrial city, which he called a "national manufactory." In 1791, Hamilton helped found the Society for the Establishment of Useful Manufactures (S.U.M.), state-chartered private corporation to fulfill this vision. The town of Paterson was founded by the society and named after New Jersey Governor William Paterson in appreciation of his efforts to promote the society.

The falls became the nucleus for a burgeoning mill industry ie.. silk city, with construction of numerous canals known as raceways. In 1793, the falls was the site of the first water-powered cotton spinning mill in New Jersey. In 1812, it was the site of the state's first continuous roll paper mill. Other products whose construction used the falls as a power source include the Rogers Locomotive Works (1832), the gun that won the west the Colt revolver (1837),and the USS Holland (SS-1) (1898).

After the years of declin the area fell into disuse .In 1971, the Great Falls Preservation and Development Corporation were established to restore and redevelop the historic mill buildings and raceways.On June 6, 1976, President Ford designated the Falls and its surrounding area as a National Natural Landmark.

The International DJ Expo is the World’s largest annual gathering of Professional DJs.

The International DJ Expo is the World’s largest annual gathering of Professional DJs.

Learn from over 25 educational seminars & hands-on technology workshops presented by our hand-picked selection of industry creatives and, successful DJs, Remixers & Producers.

• Over 100 booths from the world’s Top Manufacturers featuring the very latest cutting-edge technology in audio, lighting, studio and specialty products.

• Establish invaluable contacts by day, networking with the industry’s top professionals & the leaders in music-technology products.

• Unforgettable special nighttime showcases, parties and sponsored events from top industry brands including Pioneer, Promo Only and others (TBA).

• Buy DJ Equipment, Accessories & Supplies at special deals you won’t find anywhere else.

• Exclusive giveaways galore, including the Ultimate DJ System.

The Parties

Monday, August 16

Mobile Kick-Off Party - Night of Champions

The Casbah @ Trump Taj Mahal

8-10 pm Hosted by Mike Walter of Elite Entertainment and featuring a talented lineup of previous “DJ of the Year” winners.Plus, Black Hole Recordings Artist JES

* Free for all Full Expo & Special Event Badgeholders

DENON DJ PARTY

The Casbah @ Trump Taj Mahal

10 pm ’til ? Presenting World-Renowned VJ Roonie G rocking the video, plus Giveaways Galore from Denon DJ * Free for all Full Expo & Special Event Badgeholders

Tuesday, August 17

Promo Only/Pioneer Party

House of Blues (801 Boardwalk)

8 pm ’til ? Featuring Mike Posner, Kelly Rowland, Shaggy, Salt-N-Pepa, Judy Torres, Alexis Jordan, Auburn, Jessica Jarrell, Jump Smokers, Kaci Battaglia, Tiffany Dunn & Tino Coury.

Plus, Showcase VJs: 2nd Nature, DVDJ Unique & Kris P. * Free to all DJ Expo attendees

MOODSWING360, PROMO ONLY, WILD 102.7 fm AFTERPARTY

@ Mixx The Nightclub, The Borgata Hotel & Casino (1 Borgata Way)

10 pm ’til ? Featuring a live performance by Travie McCoy, singing his #1 song, “Billionaire”

With special guests: Hyper Crush (“Ayo / Keep Up”)

Jump Smokers (Debut Album, “Kings of the Dancefloor,” in stores now)

Gilbere Forte (“Black Chukkas / I Know My Love”) & more

Along with music by Borgata Resident DJs: Riz, Chachi, Roonie G, Enferno, PS1, & Carlos Mélange

* Free For All Full-Expo & Special-Events Badgeholders

Wednesday, August 18

“DJ of the Year Awards”

The Casbah @ Trump Taj Mahal 8-11 pm Sponsored by Men’s Warehouse & Hosted by Mike Walter of Elite Entertainment, the annual party & competition will bestow awards to the best of the best from America’s Mobile Nation. * Free for all Full Expo & Special Event Badgeholders

“FRIENDS OF DJ TIMES” AFTERPARTY

The Ego Lounge @ Taj Casino Floor 11 pm ’til ? DJ Skribble (“America’s Hardest-Working DJ”)

DJ Shiftee (2009 DMC World Champ) Phil “Butcha” Moffa (Vinyl Life & DJ Times)

Spinning the Hits & Guilty Pleasures All Night * Free for all Full Expo & Special Event Badgeholders

note: You Must Be 21-Years Old (and In Possession of a Photo ID) for Admission to All DJ Expo Events. No Exceptions.

photos by ArtChick (http://www.artchick.biz/)

Hall of Fame ,baseball legend Yogi Berra misses Old Timers Day

Hall of Fame ,baseball legend Yogi Berra misses Old Timers Day

Hall of Fame ,baseball legend Yogi Berra, one of the most beloved Yankees, didn’t participate at the Yankees old timers day after taking a fall at his Montclair, NJ, home last night. Sources say that Berra is resting comfortably at home and didn’t feel up to it today. Berra suffered no broken bones but a few bumps and bruises , It was said Berra was disappointed he won’t be able to make the festivities.

http://www.manhattanstyle.com/sports/hall-of-fame-baseball-legend-yogi-berra-misses-old-timers-day/

Berra had had a long running 14 year fued with the “BOSS” George Steinbrenner but he and Steinbrenner had made up , Berra spoke this week of looking forward to Old Timers’ Day and paying tribute to the “BOSS” George Steinbrenner. Berra, 85,a fan favorite always gets one of the loudest ovations at old timers celebrations at the stadium.

Yogi Berra played 18 seasons for the Yankees and managed the team twice. He was a three-time American League MVP and in later years he became know as a baseball philosopher coining phases like “it aint over till it’s over” or “aint over till the fat lady sings”. Once Berra was asked ,”what time was it ?” and he responded with his usually humor “you mean now”

http://www.manhattanstyle.com/sports/hall-of-fame-baseball-legend-yogi-berra-misses-old-timers-day/

Mr. October Reggie Jackson silence says it all

Mr. October Reggie Jackson silence says it all

Mr. October Reggie Jackson a silent pause on the "BOSS" George Steinbrenner death.

http://www.manhattanstyle.com/sports/mr-october-reggie-jackson-surprising-silent-on-the-boss-george-steinbrenner-death/

This weeks passing of George Steinbrenner left one major players of the Yankee 1977,78 Bronx Zoo triumvirate surprising silent.The silence came from non-other than Mr. October ,Reggie Jackson, the baseball player who too many symbolises the very free-spending, championship-winning at all cost ways that the "BOSS" George Steinbrenner would become synonymous with .

Jackson was simply too overcome with emotion to speak. He even cancelled an interview with FOX News Jackson during FOX’s national telecast of the All-Star Game, sitting instead in the box of Angels owner Artie Moreno to watch the game played the night of Steinbrenner’s passing .Jackson then declined many requests for interviews ,finally issuing a statement through the Yankee public relations department late Wednesday. It wasn’t until Old-Timers’ Day on Saturday at Yankee Stadium that Jackson found himself able to speak publicly for the first time since Steinbrenner’s death. Jackson would later explain in an uncharacteristic subdued tone that he had had regular chats with the "BOSS", talking baseball ,and was taken off guard by Steinbrenners death .

Most would remember Mr October for his huge ego aggrandising ways and show boating that he made famous as well as the on field off the field antics between him, Billy Martin, George Steinbrenner . Those teams were consistently beating the many obstacles as well as the team in the opposite dugout. Those late 1970s teams like the city it self were always fighting on multiple fronts, from the office of the meddling owner to the office of the explosive manager to the locker of the attention-starved star. The Bronx would burn ,Son of Sam was on the prowl ,punk rock was on the move,the disco was burning down and the city was on ever shaky financial ground.

Like many others there were certainly low points to be sure, but ultimately the two found the road back to friendship . Jackson said “We were never enemies,” “There are players and owners in history who are tied together. I’m proud to be tied to him. That will never change.” Jackson was happy to overlook the craziness of the back-to-back title years of 1977-78 ,but who in New York wasn't crazy in those days ? So in the end Reggie Jackson's silence said it all and a chapter in Yankee history had come to a close.

http://www.manhattanstyle.com/sports/mr-october-reggie-jackson-surprising-silent-on-the-boss-george-steinbrenner-death/