Four Seasons Invites Guests To Stunning Holiday Celebrations, Perfect For Family And Friends To Gather And Make Memories
Christmas and Chinese New Year are important times of celebration across the Lion City. It is also a time when the city comes alive with numerous fun activities at many key attractions to rally young and young-at-heart together. One can revel in the spectacular Christmas light up and Christmas villages on Orchard Road just at the door step of Four Seasons Hotel Singaporeor feel the energy of colorful Chingay Parade during the Chinese New Year season that celebrates harmony in Singapore as well as with the city’s friends from abroad. Children below five years of age also enjoy complimentary dining when staying with Four Seasons Hotel Singapore and kid-friendly amenities such as kid-sized bathrobes and bedroom slippers, a soft toy and age appropriate amenities.
Christmas
in the City
Stay
in the heart of the city just steps away from the excitement of the
island’s longest Christmas street light-up, complete with
photo booths, Christmas villages for fun games and great al
fresco dining, as well as unbeatable year-end shopping sales in malls
dressed up in the season’s best.
Make
time to savour the delectable Christmas-inspired lunch and dinners at
One-Ninety, a Modern Asian Brasserie at Four Seasons Hotel
Singapore too. Tuck into entrées in a garden-like ambience and
enjoy favourites such as traditional oven-roasted turkey with
chestnut stuffing and grilled winter vegetables, and Asian-spiced
glazed ham with lemongrass, pineapple raisin sauce among others; end
with a decadent desserts such as tropical coconut mousse and calypso
mango yule log, Valrhona chocolate pot de crème, assorted macarons
and chocolate pralines all made in-house by the pastry brigade led by
Pastry Chef Audrey Yee, a Four Seasons veteran and graduate of
the renowned Le Cordon Bleu School in London.
Evening Will Feature Live Music by Katy Vernon and PJ Harvey Film A Dog Called Money
The Sound Unseen Film+Music Festival (November 12 – 17, 2019) celebrates 20 years of film, music, and art in the Twin Cities. The opening night event includes a live music performance by Katy Vernon on the Walker Cinema Stage starting at 6:30 pm and a postshow reception in the main lobby. (Visit Sound Unseen for the full schedule of events and locations.)
Walker Arts Center logo (edited)
In
the fall of 1999, Sound Unseen introduced itself as a unique, cutting
edge “films-on-music” festival in Minneapolis. Formulated as a
cultural organization dedicated to the role of film and music as a
conduit of powerful ideas and diverse viewpoints. Its mission is to
foster a greater appreciation of cinema, to bridge cultures, create
and expand community, provide cultural exchange, networking
opportunities and educational outreach through regular interaction
with great films, filmmakers, musicians and artists.
The Sound Unseen Film+Music Festival logo
Since
its inception, It has established itself as one of the premiere niche
festivals in the country, but more importantly as a vital part of the
regional cultural scene. Now in its 19th year, the festival has
expanded to include year-round programming, unique pop-up events, and
special screenings including world and regional premieres.
Named
“One of the 25 Coolest Film Festivals In The World” by Moviemaker
Magazine
in 2016, the “Best Winter Film Festival” by the Star
Tribune
2012, and the “Best of the Fests 2010” from Mpls/St
Paul Magazine,
Sound Unseen continues its tenure as the region’s premiere
films-on-music festival. While bringing the best in documentaries,
short films, and music videos it also showcases rare concert footage,
interactive panels, and live music events. As part of its year-round
presence, Sound Unseen offers a successful monthly screening series
and special events throughout the Twin Cities. This diversity in
content is one of the things that separates Sound Unseen from the
typical outdoor mega concerts and film festivals.
Sound
Unseen has received press coverage in all major local media including
The
Star Tribune, Pioneer Press, City Pages, Vita.mn, Secrets of the
City, Walker Art blog, TC Daily Planet, Northland News, Growler
Magazine, MinnPost; local radio stations The Current, KQRS, MPR,
Radio K and television news including NBC, FOX, and CBS. National
media mentions have included Rolling Stone, Paste Magazine, USA
Today, Music Film Web blog, The Playlist,
and AIF
Independent magazine of New York.
Screenshot from PJ Harvey Film A Dog Called Money, directed by Seamus Murphy
Alternative-music
icon PJ
Harvey’s
ninth studio album, 2016’s The
Hope Six Demolition Project,
was created through a unique process that blended travelogue,
photography, performance art, and now a documentary feature. It began
when Harvey, looking to develop a new set of politically tinged songs
that would also evoke a tangible sense of place, decided to accompany
award-winning photojournalist and filmmaker Seamus
Murphy
as he travelled on assignments to war-torn regions in Afghanistan and
Kosovo, as well as to the poor, mostly black neighborhoods of
Washington, DC. As Murphy filmed, Harvey personally interacted with
the members of the different communities and wrote her impressions in
a diary, crafting song lyrics and melodies based on the stories she
uncovered. Back in London, Harvey and her band experimented with
these new songs during a live sound installation called “Recording
in Progress”
at the distinguished
Somerset House,
generating an album’s worth of material entirely within a
glass-walled recording studio, with members of the public invited to
watch. Chronicling the entire project, and even including a handful
of songs not on the final album, A
Dog Called Money is
Murphy’s inspiring, expressionistic document of this unprecedented
collaborative experiment. 2019, Ireland/UK, DCP, 90 min. —Clinton
McClung, Seattle International Film Festival
Sound
Unseen Opening Night
Tuesday, November 12
Live Music:
Katy Vernon, 6:30pm
Screening: A
Dog Called Money, 7pm
Walker
Cinema, $20 ($15 Walker members, students, and seniors)
November 15 Concert Featuring Music Inspired by Rome Includes Carnegie Hall Perspectives Artist Mezzo-Soprano Joyce DiDonato as Soloist
November 16 Features an All-Prokofiev Program
This November, Music Director Riccardo Muti and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra return to Carnegie Hall for two concerts in Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage. The first evening, on Friday, November 15 at 8:00 p.m., features music inspired by Rome, including Berlioz’s La mort de Cléopâtre, written in 1829 as a bid for a Prix de Rome, with Perspectives artist mezzo-soprano Joyce DiDonato; Bizet’s rarely performed symphonic poem Roma; and Respighi’s Pines of Rome, one of three symphonic poems written by the Italian composer about different aspects of the Eternal City. Maestro Muti and the Orchestra return on the following night, Saturday, November 16 at 8:00 p.m., with an all-Prokofiev program featuring selections from Romeo and Juliet and Symphony No. 3.
The concert on November 15 is part of the Carnegie Hall Live broadcast and digital series with a live radio broadcast on WQXR 105.9 FM in New York and online at wqxr.org and carnegiehall.org/wqxr. Produced by WQXR and Carnegie Hall and co-hosted by WQXR’s Jeff Spurgeon and Clemency Burton-Hill, Carnegie Hall Live broadcasts include behind-the-scenes access to the artists and broadcast team, connecting national and international fans to the music and to each other. Riccardo Muti and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra last performed at Carnegie Hall in February 2018. Bank of America is the Proud Season Sponsor of Carnegie Hall.
This performance is also part of Joyce DiDonato’s Perspectives series at Carnegie Hall with concerts and events throughout the 2019–2020 season that highlight her full range of vocal artistry, as well as her work as an educator. (For more information on upcoming Perspectives performances, please visit: www.carnegiehall.org/didonato.
Program
Information
Friday,
November 15, 2019 at 8:00 p.m.
Chicago
Symphony Orchestra
Riccardo
Muti, Music Director and Conductor
Joyce
DiDonato, Mezzo-Soprano
Stern
Auditorium / Perelman Stage
Georges
Bizet Roma
Hector
Berlioz La Mort De Cléopâtre
Ottorino
Respighi Pines Of Rome
Public
support for Carnegie Hall Live on WQXR is provided by the National
Endowment for the Arts.
Perspectives:
Joyce DiDonato
Saturday,
November 16, 2019 at 8:00 p.m.
Chicago
Symphony Orchestra
Riccardo
Muti, Music Director and Conductor
Stern
Auditorium / Perelman Stage
Sergei
Prokofiev Selections From Romeo And Juliet
Sergei
Prokofiev Symphony No. 3 In C Minor, Op. 44
Born
in Naples, Italy, Riccardo Muti is one of the preeminent conductors
of our day. In 2010, when he became the tenth music director of the
Chicago Symphony Orchestra (CSO), he had more than forty years of
experience at the helm of Maggio Musicale Fiorentino
(1968–80), the Philharmonia Orchestra (1973–82), The
Philadelphia Orchestra (1980–92), and Teatro alla Scala
(1986–2005).
Photo of Riccardo Muti by Todd Rosenberg Photography
Mr.
Muti studied piano under Vincenzo Vitale at the Conservatory of
San Pietro a Majella in his hometown of Naples, graduating with
distinction. After he won the Guido Cantelli Conducting
Competition—by unanimous vote of the jury—in Milan in 1967,
his career developed quickly. In 1968, he became principal conductor
of Florence’s Maggio Musicale, a position that he held until
1980.
Herbert
von Karajan invited him to conduct at the Salzburg Festival in
Austria in 1971, and Mr. Muti has maintained a close relationship
with the summer festival and with its great orchestra, the Vienna
Philharmonic, for more than 45 years. When he conducted the
orchestra’s 150th anniversary concert in 1992, he was presented
with the Golden Ring, a special sign of esteem and affection,
and in 2001, his outstanding artistic contributions to the orchestra
were further recognized with the Otto Nicolai Gold Medal. He
is also a recipient of a silver medal from the Salzburg Mozarteum
for his contribution to the music of Mozart and the Golden Johann
Strauss Award by the Johann Strauss Society of Vienna. He
is an honorary member of Vienna’s Gesellschaft der Musikfreunde
(Society of the Friends of Music), the Vienna Hofmusikkapelle,
the Vienna Philharmonic, and the Vienna State Opera.
Mr.
Muti succeeded Otto Klemperer as chief conductor and music
director of London’s Philharmonia Orchestra in 1973, holding
that position until 1982. From 1980 to 1992, he was music director of
The Philadelphia Orchestra, and, in 1986, he became music
director of Milan’s Teatro alla Scala. During his 19-year
tenure, Muti conducted operatic and symphonic repertoire ranging from
the baroque to the contemporary, also leading hundreds of concerts
with the Filarmonica della Scala and touring the world with
both the opera company and the orchestra. His tenure as music
director, the longest of any in La Scala’s history, culminated in
the triumphant reopening of the restored opera house with Antonio
Salieri’s Europa riconosciuta, originally
commissioned for La Scala’s inaugural performance in 1778.
Riccardo
Muti’s vast catalog of recordings, numbering in the hundreds,
ranges from the traditional symphonic and operatic repertoires to
contemporary works. He also has written three books, Verdi,
l’italiano and Riccardo Muti: An Autobiography: First the
Music, Then the Words, both of which have been published in
several languages, as well as Infinity Between the Notes: My
Journey Into Music, published May 2019 and available in Italian.
Chicago symphony orchestra logo
During
his time with the CSO, Mr. Muti has won over audiences in greater
Chicago and across the globe through his music making as well as his
demonstrated commitment to sharing classical music. His first annual
free concert as CSO music director attracted more than 25,000 people
to Chicago’s Millennium Park. He regularly invites
subscribers, students, seniors, and people of low incomes to attend,
at no charge, his CSO rehearsals. Mr. Muti’s commitment to artistic
excellence and to creating a strong bond between an orchestra and its
communities continues to bring the Chicago Symphony Orchestra to ever
higher levels of achievement and renown.
Editorial Credit: Coach / Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
Coach
and Macy’s today announce
that the global fashion brand will debut as the first-ever luxury
fashion house to participate in the historic Macy’s Thanksgiving
Day Parade®. The event will bring together two iconic American
brands with a shared New York legacy via a new float set to debut in
the annual holiday spectacle.
Coach Logo (PRNewsfoto/Coach)
With
more than 50 million viewers across the country and more than 3.5
million spectators lining up along the streets of New York City each
year, the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade is a national icon
that has grown into a world-famous holiday event. Since 1924, the
Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade has marked the official start
of the holiday season. Growing in size and scale, the Parade proudly
marches down a more than 2-mile route in New York City with more than
8,000 participants in tow including Macy’s colleagues, their
families, celebrities, athletes, clowns and dance groups, all
spreading holiday cheer. Featuring fabulous floats and America’s best
marching bands, the signature of the Parade continues to be the
world-famous helium balloons.
Coach To Debut As First Luxury Fashion Brand In Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
Led
by Coach’s mascot, the beloved dinosaur Rexy, the house’s
glittering float will feature a carnival-style reimagining of New
York City. Titled “Rexy in the City,” the float will
boldly kick-off the holiday season with the house’s unique spirit of
optimism, playfulness and inclusivity.
“Designed
and constructed by the artists of Macy’s Parade Studio, Coach’s ‘Rexy
in the City’ float is a dazzling marvel of engineering, artistry, and
animation that will bring a new level of whimsy to our Parade line-up
this year,” said Susan Tercero, executive producer of Macy’s
Thanksgiving Day Parade. “On Thanksgiving Day, Rexy, the
fearless fashion dino will capture the imagination and hearts of
millions as she makes her glittering way down the streets of
Manhattan.“
In
addition to Coach‘s float debut in the 93rd Annual Macy’s
Thanksgiving Day Parade, the partnership will also include an
exclusive Rexy-themed collection featuring leathergoods, footwear,
t-shirts and accessories, launching November 15 at select
Macy’s stores nationwide and macys.com.
Unleashed
by Coach creative director Stuart Vevers in 2015, Rexy has
appeared in Coach collections ever since, as well as on the runway.
Seen on Coach ready-to-wear worn by global face of Coach menswear
Michael B. Jordan, Kate Moss, Selena Gomez, Zoe
Kravitz and more, she is the symbol of the house’s playful spirit
and courageous attitude. Her glittering float in the Macy’s
Thanksgiving Day Parade will be her biggest, boldest appearance to
date.
Coach
is a global design house of modern luxury leather goods, apparel,
footwear, fragrance, eyewear and a full range of lifestyle
accessories. Founded in 1941, Coach has a longstanding reputation
built on quality craftsmanship and is defined by its confident New
York style. The brand approaches design with a modern vision,
reimagining luxury for today with an authenticity and innovation that
is uniquely Coach. Coach products are available in approximately 55
countries through its network of directly operated stores, travel
retail shops and sales to wholesale customers and independent third
party distributors, as well as through coach.com.
(Coach is a Tapestry, Inc. brand. Tapestry is publicly
listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker TPR.)
“As
an iconic American brand, we are proud for Coach to be the first
luxury fashion house to have a float in the 93-year history of the
Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade,” said Joshua Schulman, chief
executive officer and brand president of Coach. “We can think
of no better way to kick-off the holiday season than to participate
in this great American tradition. This project not only underscores
our important partnership with Macy’s, but also speaks to the future
of the traditional wholesale business model, evolving from
distribution into meaningful brand storytelling.“
“We
are excited to see our valued and long-standing partnership with
Coach extend to the world-famous line-up of the Macy’s Thanksgiving
Day Parade this year,” said Jeff Gennette, chairman and
chief executive officer of Macy’s, Inc. “As we kick-off the
holiday season, the new float and Rexy-themed collection will be a
great showcase for the Coach brand and promises to bring a dynamic
new element to the Parade and must-have exclusive product to our
stores.”
The
93rd Annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade airs nationwide on
NBC-TV, on Thursday, November 28, 2019 from 9:00 AM – 12:00
PM, in all time zones. For more information on the Macy’s Parade
please visit www.macys.com/parade.
Programming Launches With Talk on Museum’s Latest Book, “We Return Fighting: World War I and the Shaping of Modern Black Identity”
Programming Lineup Features Secretary Lonnie G. Bunch III, Susan Rice, Beverly Guy-Sheftall and Treva Lindsay
To
commemorate the
upcoming
Veterans
Day and
the centennial of World
War I,
the Smithsonian’s
National
Museum of African American History and Culture
has announced a public program on the museum’s latest book, We
Return Fighting: World War I and the Shaping of Modern Black
Identity,
Thursday,
Nov. 7.
Guest curator Krewasky
Salter will
join Howard
University Professor Greg Carr
for a one-on-one discussion on the WWI experience told through the
lens of African American soldiers, military families, women, anti-war
advocates and public intellectuals who played a vital role in WWI and
how they hoped to live out post-Civil War expectations of full
citizenship upon returning home. The
discussion
is free and open to the public. More information about the book and
the upcoming WWI exhibition is available on the museum’s
website.
The
book event is the highlight of an lively November programming
schedule that also features a program on African American feminism
with Beverly Guy-Sheftall and Treva Lindsay, an
intimate conversation with former National Security Adviser to
President Obama and U.S. ambassador to the United NationsSusan Rice and an interactive program on how economic and
social inequities negatively affect the health of communities of
color in the latest installment of the program series, A
Seat at the Table.
All
programs held in the museum’s Oprah
Winfrey Theater will
stream live on the
museum’s
Ustream channel at ustream.tv.
November
Programming
Lectures
& Discussion: Is Womanist To Feminist As Purple Is To Lavender?:
African American Women Writers and Scholars Discuss Feminism
Inspired
by Alice Walker’s expression on feminism, Is Womanist To
Feminist As Purple Is To Lavender? African American Women Writers and
Scholars Discuss Feminism refers to a quotation taken from her
seminal anthology of essays, In Search of Our Mothers’
Gardens: Womanist Prose. In the piece, Walker gave name to
the idea of the importance of theorizing feminism from an African
American perspective. Through performance and discussion, the program
will explore feminism and womanism in contemporary African American
women’s intellectual and literary thought featuring Beverly
Guy-Sheftall, a pioneering veteran of the field of African
American feminism, and Treva Lindsey, a leading representative
of the contemporary generation of feminist scholars. Before and after
the discussion, two dynamic poetry performers, Holly Bass and
Venus Thrash, will explore feminism creatively. The program
will end with an audience Q&A and book signing. Admission is
free; however, registration is required at
https://nmaahc.si.edu/event/upcoming.
A
Seat at the Table: Racial Disparities and Health
Sunday,
Nov. 3; 6:45 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. (Heritage Hall)
The
museum will host a thought-provoking conversation on racial
disparities in health outcomes in this latest installment of the A
Seat at the Table program series. Cindy George of Texas
Medical Center’s TMC Pulse magazine will moderate a
discussion between National Medical Association Director Martin
Hamlette and University of Maryland Professor Craig Fryer
about how economic and social inequities negatively impact the health
outcomes of communities of color. After the presentation, audience
participants will have the opportunity to share their stories and
ideas on ways of improving their health and the health of their
communities. A Seat at the Table is an interactive program for
participants to consider challenging questions about race, identity
and economic justice over a family-style meal. To purchase tickets
and to learn about the latest installment of A Seat at the Table,
visit https://nmaahc.si.edu/event/upcoming.
Lectures
& Discussion: We Return Fighting: World War I and the Shaping of
Modern Black Identity
Photo Courtesy of the National Museum of African American History and Culture)
Ahead
of Veterans Day, the museum will host a public program on the
its latest book: We Return Fighting: World War I and the Shaping
of Modern Black Identity. Through essays and photos, the book
tells the stories of how black soldiers fought a war abroad and came
home to combat racial injustices in the United States. Copies of the
book will be available in Heritage Hall. For ticket
information and more details on the book event, visit
https://nmaahc.si.edu/event/upcoming.
Cinema
at NMAAHC: WAVES
Sunday,
Nov. 10; 2 p.m. (Oprah Winfrey Theater)
The
museum will host a special screening of the movie Waves.
The film, starring Sterling K. Brown and Lucas Hedge,
is set against the vibrant landscape of South Florida. Waves
traces the epic emotional journey of a suburban African American
family—led by a well-intentioned but domineering father—as they
navigate love, forgiveness and coming together in the aftermath of a
loss. For ticket information and more details on the book event,
visit https://nmaahc.si.edu/event/upcoming.
Cultural
Expressions: Mindful Eating for the Holiday
To
kick-off the holiday season, the museum will host a panel discussion
on how we all can eat healthier during the holidays. With
Thanksgiving around the corner, many Americans gather with friends
and family to feast on good food. Foods enjoyed by African Americans
traditionally represent an important cultural touchstone during the
holidays. However, many dishes, while delicious, are not always the
healthiest choices. In this program, nutritionists and food
historians will discuss the history behind favorite holiday foods and
how to adapt recipes using more healthful ingredients. For ticket
information and more details on the book event, visit
https://nmaahc.si.edu/event/upcoming.
Birthright
Citizens: A History of Race & Rights in Antebellum America
Saturday,
Nov. 16; noon (Robert F. Smith Family History Center, Level 2)
Special
guest Martha S. Jones will discuss how African Americans
fought for their legal rights through the courts, conventions and the
legislative process from her award-winning book Birthright
Citizens: A History of Race & Rights in Antebellum America.
With a focus on 19th-century Baltimore, Birthright Citizens
uses archival records and new scholarly research to uncover how free
blacks influenced the terms of citizenship for all Americans. Jones
is the Society of Black Alumni Presidential Professor and a
professor of history at Johns Hopkins University. To register
for the event, email familyhistorycenter@si.edu.
December
Programming
Tough
Love: Conversation Between Susan Rice and Lonnie G. Bunch III
Susan
Rice, former national security adviser and U.S. ambassador to the
United Nations, will discuss her recently published memoir, Tough
Love. Smithsonian Secretary Lonnie G. Bunch III will be in
conversation with Rice for an hour, focusing on the challenges that
Rice faced while leading the National Security Agency during the
Obama administration, along with pivotal moments in her storied
career. Books will be available for sale and signing courtesy of
Smithsonian Enterprises. For ticket information and more
details on the book event, visit
https://nmaahc.si.edu/event/upcoming.
Explore The Wonder Of The Season With New Brands, Experiences And Services To Make Shopping Easy In-Store And Online at macys.com
As The Holiday Gift Destination, Macy’s Offers A Festive Assortment Of The Perfect Gifts For The Whole Family
Macy’s Puts Holiday In The Palm Of Each Shopper’s Hand With Store Maps And Style Inspiration Directly From Its Award-Winning App
This
year, Macy’s makes navigating
holiday shopping even easier with a seasonally curated assortment of
the best gifts in-store and online, brands that will deck the halls
and keep guests happy, plus services to make picking out the perfect
gift more convenient than ever. From finding a new fragrance or
creating a one-of-a-kind piece of jewelry to using technology to
refresh any space for entertaining, what’s new at Macy’s this
holiday has everyone covered.
In-Store
Exclusives
Take
on the role of Santa and head into your local Macy’s for unique and
custom experiences to make shopping for gifts fun and convenient.
Find the best gift in fashion, beauty, home and toys this holiday season at Macy’s. (Photo: Business Wire)
The
Fragrance Bar
The
holidays are the perfect time to gift a new scent, and Macy’s new
Fragrance
Bar allows customers to find their favorite. The
Fragrance Bar’s interactive screens activate when shoppers engage
with them by picking up a fragrance bottle, scent stick, or simply
touching it. From there, customers can learn all about the selected
fragrance, including scent notes, information about the perfumer and
customer reviews, and each product has a QR code enabled for product
purchase, allowing them to scan and pay through Macy’s mobile app,
and pick up in-store. Visit Macy’s fragrance hub online to take a
quiz to uncover your perfect scent match, learn about the newest
scents of the season, and more.
Macy’s Fragrance Bar: Find the best gift in fashion, beauty, home and toys this holiday season at Macy’s. (Photo: Business Wire)
Create
Your Own Jewelry
For
the most luxe, one-of-a-kind gift this holiday season, visit stores
to experience Macy’s newly launched “Create Your Own”
jewelry program. Shoppers work with a Macy’s colleague to
choose gemstones, diamonds, metals, shapes, settings and more via
in-store tablets. Options for men and women include incredible
engagement rings, wedding bands, necklaces, earrings, bracelets and
charms. Once the design is complete, the final, personalized piece
will be delivered to the customer’s home or local store in seven
days, making thoughtful gifting simple this holiday season.
Holiday
Lane for Trim and Toys
Discover
the wonder of the holidays by visiting Macy’s
Holiday Lane Toy
and Trim
Pop-Ups,
to shop a festive assortment of Christmas décor and toy gifts. These
independent store fronts in select locations will make spirits bright
by showcasing some of the season’s most popular toys, glistening
ornaments and classic decorations, plus beautiful wreath adornments
and lush garlands to make this year’s holiday a memorable one.
Additionally,
customers can shop both trim and toys in more than 500 Macy’s
stores across the country, featuring exclusive items from F.A.O.
Schwarz, plus a well-rounded assortment from popular
brands including Barbie®, Hot Wheels®,
Fisher Price®, Board Games, L.O.L. Dolls, PAW Patrol®
and Lego®.
Virtual
Reality in Furniture
Give
yourself the ultimate seasonal splurge and purchase a new piece of
furniture just in time for holiday entertaining. With Macy’s
“See Your Space IRL” technology, shoppers can
virtually see each piece in their home through the in-store VR
experience. Now available in 140 stores nationwide, virtual reality
technology allows customers to ensure that their purchase will
elevate their next holiday gathering, whether they’re looking to
buy a comfy couch for the whole family or an apartment-sized dining
table. There are thousands of products to choose from, including new
additions, such as rugs, upholstery and lighting. Starting
mid-November, shoppers’ favorite Customize It feature will now be
available in a VR experience. Choose from an assortment of different
fabrics and colors to design a truly unique piece of furniture.
Customers can also use their mobile device to visualize select
furniture pieces in their space via augmented reality technology
through Macy’s app and make a purchase from the convenience of
their phone.
The
Park at Herald Square
At Macy’s iconic 34th Street Flagship, customers can shop the re-imagined men’s store featuring new and exciting products, fashion-forward brands and a curated space highlighting trends called The Park, which completely refreshes every eight to 12 weeks. The newly unveiled 14,500 square foot main floor experience is a lifestyle hotspot for the fashion-conscious, urban customer to be inspired and discover new brands and fashion in a trendy, au courant setting.
Find the best gift in fashion, beauty, home and toys this holiday season at Macy’s. (Photo: Business Wire)
Gifts,
Gifts, Gifts!
Whether you’re shopping for mom, dad or the one and only best friend, Macy’s selection of gift ideas takes the guesswork out of finding the perfect gift.
Find the best gift in fashion, beauty, home and toys this holiday season at Macy’s. (Photo: Business Wire)
New
for the Home
Keep
comfort and coziness top of mind this season with Hotel
Collection’s new line, Hotel
Collection Classic. Created exclusively for Macy’s, the
new line was designed for the traditional customer looking for
elevated luxury expressed in an authentic classic aesthetic. From
rich jacquards and stunning velvets to beautiful embellishments,
Classic offers timeless elegance for the home. The line has a range
of pieces that will impress your holiday houseguests, including
duvets, comforters, shams, coverlets, sheets, bed skirts and
decorative pillows.
In
our increasingly hectic and urbanised world, silence is a precious
commodity, which is why The
Spas at Mandarin Oriental are
‘turning down the volume’ once again with their annual offer of a
night of silence in their spas worldwide on December 11,
2019.
The
multi-award-winning Spas at Mandarin Oriental are havens for
contemplation and discovery. Guided by the Group’s oriental
heritage but influenced by local cultural diversity, Mandarin
Oriental has created distinctive concepts with highly sophisticated
spa offerings. Each Spa at Mandarin Oriental is designed to
offer a complete holistic experience that goes well beyond simply
delivering massages to tired bodies. Highly trained therapists are
thoroughly educated to the Group’s own exacting standards, and all
take pride in delivering a bespoke service to meet guests’ personal
wellness needs.
Experience ‘Silent Night’ at The Spas at Mandarin Oriental on December 11, 2019
On
Silent Night, all the Group’s spas will offer their normal
treatment menu, but after 5pm there will be no talking and no music
within the spa to instill a sense of peace and allow for individuals
to experience contemplation and mindfulness. All communication will
take place in a brief consultation at the beginning of the spa
journey, before the guest changes into their robe.
“A
lot of the value of a spa experience comes from simply disconnecting
from technology and experiencing time for yourself in silence,”
said Jeremy McCarthy, Group Spa Director for Mandarin Oriental Hotel
Group. “During this stressful time of the year, we want to
create a space where people can press the pause button and have some
time to think, meditate, or just take a break from being inundated
with noise.”
Guests
are encouraged to come alone or to bring a loved one with whom they
would like to share an experience of silent connection. This is also
the perfect time to take advantage of the Group’s Digital
Wellness initiative. This provides guests with access to a range
of wellness advice and activities designed to help them disconnect
from technology. Mandarin Oriental has developed a number of
tips and guidelines that can help establish personal boundaries on
the use of technology, clear mental chatter and establish a healthy,
digitally balanced lifestyle.
For
those who wish to immerse themselves more fully, a Digital
Wellness Escape can be booked at all of the Group’s spas. This
1 hour 20-minute experience focuses on grounding both body and mind
through the power of human touch, and is designed to provide a
calming and peaceful respite from the outside world and the stress of
repetitive movements.
“Wellness
experts agree that silence, and the absence of incessant digital
noise, is key to our health and wellbeing,” said Susie Ellis,
Chairman and CEO of the Global Wellness Institute. “What a
perfect time of year to create an opportunity for people to
experience disconnection, silence and stillness along with the health
benefits that result. Mandarin Oriental’s Silent Night should
become a model for all of us to practice throughout the year.”
Guests
can also enjoy additional events in certain locations in honour of
Silent Night, such as Silent Yoga in Bangkok, Guangzhou,
Kuala Lumpur, Munich and Marrakech, Meditation Classes
in Boston, Canouan, Macau and Hong Kong, or Singing Bowl
therapies in Prague and Singapore. Mandarin
Oriental Miami and Canouan will have massages on the beach
to encourage guests to enjoy Silent Night outdoors and
reconnect with nature.
For
more information about ‘Silent Night’, and treatment
reservations, visit www.mandarinoriental.com
Event To Feature Interviews With Northeast Ohio Musicians And Photographer
The
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Library & Archives
celebrates its current project to process over 500 previously
unavailable archival collections and make them available to the
public with a special event on November
7that
7 p.m. EST. The event includes a panel discussion with NEO
Sound donors
and new archival display. The event is free with RSVP
and
takes place in the Fran
and Jules Belkin Theatre
in the
Gill and Tommy LiPuma Center for Creative Arts
on the Cuyahoga
Community College Metro campus
(2809 Woodland Avenue).
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame logo
The
National Archives grants program, carried out through the
National Historical Publications and Records Commission (NHPRC),
awarded a two-year grant to the Rock Hall to fund the accessibility
of these historically important music resources. Included in the
grant project are a number of collections related to NEO Sound,
the Rock Hall’s local music preservation initiative.
Panelists
include longtime musicians and Rock Hall donors Chris Butler
(Waitresses, Tin Huey, 15 60 75) and Marky Ray (terrible
parade, Death on a Stick, Death of Samantha, Jim Rose Circus, New
Salem Witch Hunters), and photographer Dave Treat, who took
some of the earliest images of the legendary Cleveland band the Dead
Boys.
The
evening will conclude with a reception in the Library & Archives
reading room, where attendees can view a new archival display
entitled “Local Music U Want: Northeast Ohio Punk and New
Wave,” showcasing materials donated by the panelists and
made available through the NHPRC grant. “Local Music U Want”
focuses on the unique Northeast Ohio punk and new wave scenes of the
1970s and ‘80s, fueled by the changing post-industrial landscape of
the “Rust Belt.” Unlike other music scenes in the U.S., Northeast
Ohio punk and new wave primarily flew under the radar, allowing the
music to evolve into something more avant-garde and exploratory.
Featured in the exhibit are photos, stickers, flyers, cassette zines
and other promotional materials from the Rock Hall’s NEO Sound
collections on local bands the Dead Boys, Devo, New Salem Witch
Hunters, Death of Samantha, the Waitresses, Pere Ubu, the Styrenes,
Pagans, Tin Huey, and 15 60 75 (The Numbers Band).
The
Library
& Archives is
the most comprehensive repository of materials relating to the
history of rock & roll. Its mission is to collect, preserve, and
provide access to these resources for scholars, educators, students,
journalists, and the general public in order to broaden awareness and
understanding of rock & roll, its roots, and its impact on our
society. Located in Cleveland, the Library & Archives is free and
available for visits by fans, students, outside researchers and the
general public. Scheduled appointments are necessary prior to
visiting the L&A and can be made by calling 216-515-1956 or
emailing library@rockhall.org.
With
55 sailings of enriching discovery, adventure and all-inclusive
luxury, Crystal Yacht Cruises announced today the
comprehensive roster of 2022 and early 2023 itineraries for Crystal
Esprit. A number of new options punctuate the collection of
regionally focused voyages, with dozens of seven- and
eight-night options catering to busy travel schedules or
easily combined into longer adventures. In addition to exploration of
hubs of profound history, featured destinations also capitalize on
the 62-guest Crystal Esprit’s adventurous spirit, with numerous
locales that are ideal for active, outdoor pursuits. Featured are 11
new itineraries in the areas most popular among Crystal yachting
guests, including five in the Greek Isles; four along the
Amalfi Coast and French and Italian rivieras;
the United Arab Emirates; and the Holy Land.
“The
scope of choices available to Crystal yacht guests in 2022 and into
2023 blends some of the world’s most famously captivating
destinations with less visited spots, including harbors not
accessible by larger vessels. We continue to listen to what our
guests want most and are thrilled to add more voyages in those
regions,” said Mark Spillane, Crystal Yacht Cruises’ director
of sales and marketing. “Crystal Esprit was made for
destinations like the Seychelles, the Italian Riviera, the islands of
Greece and Cyprus and Capri – places ideal for exploring in the
carefree atmosphere of a private yacht, with the exceptional onboard
experience and service for which Crystal is celebrated.”
The
Crystal Yacht Cruises experience is consistently lauded by
travelers worldwide and was recently voted “Best Small-Ship
Cruise Line” by the readers of Condé Nast Traveler.
Among the options for Crystal Yacht Cruises guests in 2022 and
2023’s first quarter are:
Exterior View of Crystal Esprit (Courtesy of Crystal Media Centre)
Intensive
Greek Isles discoveries, with a dozen seven- and
eight-night voyages to the ancient icons, UNESCO World Heritage
Sites and white-washed seaside villages in Mykonos and
Santorini in response to guest demand; a morning call to Delos,
allowing guests to explore the UNESCO Site before most other
visitors; Hydra and others, as well as Nydri/Lefkada
and Parga on the western shores of the mainland. Select
itineraries also feature calls to the Peloponnese region and
Corinth Canal and Turkey’s Turquoise Coast in Kas,
Kuşadasi, Bodrum and Kalkan;
Springtime
Mediterranean riviera voyages for the first time in three
years, with six-, seven- and eight-nights, highlighting the glamour
and regal history with overnights in Nice, Monte Carlo, St-Tropez,
Capri and Porto Venere, as well as calls to Cannes,
Corsica, Marina di Carrara, Positano, Portofino and a maiden call
to Otranto, the gateway to the baroque city of Lecce.
At least one overnight on each itinerary allows deeper exploration
beyond the ports and more time for guests to wander the famous
coastlines at their leisure;
Crystal Esprit – Eden Island (Courtesy of Crystal Media Centre)
Musical Director Terence Blanchard Leads Exciting Evening Celebrating the Extraordinary Impact of African Music on Today’s Cultural Landscape
Carnegie Hall announced that pianist, vocalist, and television personality Jon Batiste and breakout New Orleans-based R&B and hip-hop group Tank and The Bangas will join Diaspora Songson Friday, December 6 at 8:00 p.m., for a one-night-only multimedia performance in Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage. Musical Director Terence Blanchard leads this dynamic program featuring his ensemble the E-Collective plus specials guests Vieux Farka Touré (vocals and guitar), Quiana Lynell (vocals), Joshuah Campbell (vocals), Carpenters United Choir, and RAREdancework. The evening shines a spotlight on the remarkably wide-ranging influence that African music has across multiple genres including gospel, blues, jazz, hip-hop, rock, and more. Beyond music and dance, the performance will also feature unique video projection created for the occasion to bring this journey to life.
This
concert is part of Angélique Kidjo’s
Perspectives Series which takes
audiences on a journey of African music and culture throughout the
world. The residency kicked off on October
19 with a sold-out Zankel Hall
performances by Benin International
Musical. In addition to Diaspora
Songs on December
6, upcoming events on the series
include:
Benin-born guitarist Lionel Loueke brings a program inspired by African and traditional jazz to Zankel Hall on Friday, December 13 at 9:00 p.m. Loueke and his trio, along with special guest Brazilian percussionist Cyro Baptista, honor Kidjo in a concert that both celebrates and reinvents many of her marvelous songs.
The series culminates on Saturday, March 14 at 8:00 p.m. in Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage with a special concert marking both Kidjo’s 60th birthday and the anniversary of independence of her native Benin in addition to 16 other West African nations. For this momentous occasion, Kidjo will perform and is joined by a host of stellar guest artists to celebrate her remarkable musical career.
About
the Artists Terence
Blanchard is
a six-time Grammy Award-winning jazz trumpeter, composer and music
educator who in 2019 received an Oscar nomination for best original
score for Spike Lee’s BlacKkKlansman.
Blanchard has been named the first Kenny
Burrell Chair in Jazz Studies at
the UCLA
Herb Alpert School of Music,
which was established to honor Burrell, a legendary jazz guitarist
and composer, as well as the founder and director of jazz studies at
UCLA from 1996 to 2016.
Terence Blanchard is one of today’s foremost jazz composers. Photo Credit: Nitin Vadukul/Courtesy of the artist
Blanchard,
a veteran of Art Blakey’s Jazz
Messengers, is a musical polymath
who launched his solo career as a bandleader in the 1990s. Since then
he has released 20 solo albums, composed more than 60 film scores,
and received 10 major commissions. Among these works are two
critically-acclaimed operas in jazz commissioned by the Opera
Theatre of Saint Louis – Champion
which debuted in 2013, as well as the recently premiered Fire
Shut Up In My Bones based on the
memoir by Charles Blow
(Op-Ed columnist for The New York
Times). Blanchard has also composed
work for Broadway revivals, plays, dance performances, and for
national orchestras, including the Los
Angeles Philharmonic.
In
addition to Blanchard’s recent Oscar nod for the score for
BlacKkKlansman,
he also won his sixth Grammy for the haunting main theme from the
film, “Blut Und Boden (Blood and
Soil),” in the Best
Instrumental Category.
A recipient of the 2019 BMI Icon
Award, Blanchard became a go-to
composer for film beginning in the early 1990s, so much so that
Entertainment Weekly
called Blanchard “central to a
general resurgence of jazz composition for film.”
His credits include Lee classics Do
the Right Thing, Jungle Fever, Malcolm X, 25th Hour as
well as Lee’s 2006 post-Katrina HBO documentary When
the Levees Broke: A Requiem in Four Acts.
Some of Blanchard’s other film credits include Black
or White starring Kevin
Costner and directed by
Mike Binder; the Kasi Lemmons’
films, Eve’s Bayou
and the upcoming Harriet (opening
November 1);
George Lucas’ Red Tails;
and Tim Story’s Barbershop.
His
latest projects include his new album Live,
featuring seven songs recorded live in concert with his current
quintet, the E-Collective.
The album is a powerful musical statement concerning painful American
tragedies from the past and present, and addresses critical issues,
among them the staggering cyclical epidemic of U.S. gun violence. The
album is also an impassioned continuation of the band’s
Grammy-nominated 2015 studio recording, Breathless,
which includes a title track written with the “Eric
Garner ‘I can’t breathe’ NYPD chokehold in mind,”
says Blanchard.
Later
this year Blanchard will also pay tribute to his mentor Art
Blakey with the staging of
“AB-Squared,”
an evening of Blakey’s music. Blakey is also known for developing and
nurturing the next generation of jazz voices – a practice that
Blanchard follows closely.
An
avid music educator, Blanchard served as artistic director of the
Thelonious Monk Institute of Jazz
(now named the Herbie Hancock
Institute of Jazz) from 2000 to
2011. In this role, he presented masterclasses and worked with
students in the areas of artistic development, arranging, composition
and career counseling.
Jon Baptiste. photo by Neil Grabowsky / Montclair Film
Born
into a long lineage of Louisiana musicians, Jon
Batiste is a globally celebrated
musician, educator, bandleader, and television personality whose
musical skill, artistic vision, and exuberant charisma has garnered
him the well-deserved title of “crowned
prince of jazz.” Batiste is
recognized for his originality, jaw-dropping talent, and dapper sense
of style. Batiste effortlessly transitions from commanding the piano
with virtuosic skill to soulfully crooning to wailing on the
“harmonaboard” (a hybrid of a harmonica and keyboard) to curating
unique “social music” experiences all over the world, whether
solo or with his band Stay Human.
This long-awaited book captures the spirit of a legendary institution through the words of those who made it New York’s most vital venue for contemporary art.
This
fall, The Museum of Modern Art will release the first
publication on the history of MoMA PS1, which traces the
institution’s evolution from the 1970s to today through interviews,
ephemera, never-before-seen images, and an extensive exhibition
history. Since 1976, MoMA PS1 in Long Island City, Queens, has been a
crucible for radical experimentation, engaging artists from a range
of disciplines. Structured around interviews with Alanna Heiss,
PS1’s founder and director of more than three decades, MoMA
PS1: A History (published October 22, 2019) offers a
vivid chronicle of the extraordinary history of New York’s premier
venue for contemporary art. The publication also features
contributions by artists and curators who have been closely
associated with PS1—including James Turrell, R. H. Quaytman,
Kevin Beasley, Carolyn Christov-Bakargiev, and Martha
Wilson—supplemented by excerpts from previously unpublished
interviews from the 1970s and statements from numerous figures who
helped shape the institution.
This
publication was edited by Klaus Biesenbach, director of the
Museum of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles, and former director
of MoMA PS1 and Chief Curator at Large, The Museum of Modern Art,
New York; and Bettina Funke, art historian, editor, former
head of publications for Documenta 13, and co-founder of The
Leopard Press.
Tisha Campbell & Tichina Arnold Return As Hosts For The 2nd Year
Ceremony to Air Live for the First Time From the Orleans Arena in Las Vegas, NV on Sunday, November 17, 2019 at 8 PM EST
Chris Brown Leads With 8 Nominations, Followed By Drake With 7 Nods And Beyoncé And Lizzo With 6 Each
Five-Time Grammy Award Winning Producer Duo, Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis Set To Receive The Legend Award
Billboard Gospel Artist Of The Last Decade, Yolanda Adams To Receive Fifth Annual Lady Of Soul Award
BET
Networks has announced the hosts and nominees for the 2019
Soul Train Awards across 12 different categories. The annual
celebration recognizes the best in Soul, R&B and Hip-Hop from
both established industry legends and the next generation of
promising artists. Taking place on November 17, 2019 at the
Orleans Arena in Las Vegas, BET Presents:2019
Soul Train Awards will air LIVE on BET and BET HER at
8PM EST with a one-hour pre-show beginning at 7PM EST, and a post
show directly after.
BET Soul Train Awards logo
Actor,
singer and writer Tisha Campbell (Martin, My Wife &
Kids, Last Man Standing, Outmatched) will once again join actor,
singer, and writer Tichina Arnold (Martin, Everybody Hates
Chris, The Neighborhood, The Last Black Man in San Francisco ) as
host and co-producers of this year’s awards. The iconic best friend
duo, both on the 90’s hit show Martin and in real-life, will
return to the Soul Train Awards stage for the second time,
bringing their dynamic comedy and infectious personalities to this
year’s ceremony.
Tisha Campbell & Tichina Arnold Return As Hosts For The 2nd Year and and co-producers of this year’s awards.
Chris
Brown leads the nominees for this year’s awards, receiving
eight nominations including ‘Best R&B/Soul Male Artist,’
‘Album/Mixtape of the Year,’ ‘The Ashford and Simpson
Songwriters Award’ for “No Guidance” and two nods in the ‘Best
Dance Performance’ category. He is followed by Drake, who
received seven nominations in categories including ‘Rhythm &
Bars,’ ‘Best Dance Performance,’ ‘Best Collaboration,’ and
two nods in the ‘Song of the Year’ category for “No Guidance”
and “Girls Need Love Too Remix.”
Beyoncé
and Lizzo have both received six nominations, each
receiving nods for ‘Best R&B/Soul Female Artist,’ ‘Song of
the Year,’ ‘Video of the Year,’ ‘Best Dance Performance,’
and ‘The Ashford and Simpson Songwriter’s Award.’
Other
nominees include Khalid with five nods, J. Cole who
garnered four nominations, and H.E.R., Ari Lennox, and Summer
Walker, each receiving three nominations.
Esteemed
songwriting duo Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis are set to be
honored with the Legend Award at this year’s show,
recognized for their contributions to R&B music with a career
that’s produced more than 100 gold, platinum, multi-platinum and
diamond albums. The pair have more Billboard Number Ones than any
other songwriting and production team in history, working with
artists such as Janet Jackson, Boyz II Men, Usher, Mary J. Blige,
Mariah Carey, Luther Vandross, George Michael and Earth, Wind
and Fire.
The
fifth annual Lady of Soul Award will be presented to five-time
Grammy Award winning artist and Billboard Magazine’s Gospel Artist
of the last decade Yolanda Adams. With her pioneering blend of
modern gospel that infuses touches of R&B and jazz, Adams has
continued to inspire her fans and transform the musical landscape
with her powerful voice across 13 powerful albums which have earned
her numerous accolades, including the first American Music Award for
Contemporary Gospel Artist and four Gospel Music Association Dove
Awards.
BET
Presents: 2019 Soul Train Awards will feature an exciting lineup
of unforgettable performances including special moments and
appearances by some of the brightest stars in black culture and
entertainment. The annual event is committed to showcasing Soul
Train’s impact on arts of music and dance from the 70s to today.
Internationally,
the “BET Presents: 2019 Soul Train Awards” will simulcast
on BET Africa on November 18, 2019, at 3:00AM CAT; BET
UK on November 19, 2019, at 9PM GMT; and BET France
and BET South Korea on November 20, 2019 at 8:45PM CET
and 9:00PM KST, respectively.
Connie
Orlando, Executive Vice-President, Specials, Music Programming &
Music Strategy at BET will serve as Executive Producer for the BET
Presents: 2019 Soul Train Awards along with Jesse Collins and
Jeannae Rouzan-Clay for Jesse Collins Entertainment.
For
show information, please visit BET.com/SoulTrain,
the official site for BET Presents: 2019 Soul Train Awards.
This
November, Mandarin
Oriental, Washington DCbrings
the best of classic American cuisine paired with an international
flair to D.C.’s Southwest Waterfront with AMITY
& COMMERCEan
American Bistro and Bar.
AMITY & COMMERCE An American Bistro and Bar Opens at Mandarin Oriental, Washington DC
AMITY
& COMMERCE is an inviting space that sets a vibrant tone with
a variety of seating options ideal for conversing with friends and
colleagues. An open kitchen adds to the festive atmosphere. Diners
may choose to enjoy a seat at the 20’ wood-topped COMMERCE bar,
one of the multiple communal tables, a standalone table in the AMITY
dining room, or, weather permitting, on the adjacent patio.
AMITY
& COMMERCE Chef de Cuisine Justin Houghtaling has created a
menu that offers a contemporary twist on classic bistro fare. From
Braised Veal Cheeks, Tamarind Glazed Angus Short Rib, to a
white stew of Braised Veal en Croute, each dish features
appealing ingredients with savory results. Curated signature dishes
rotate daily to complement delicious modern mainstays on a menu that
feels both bold and familiar.
Executive
Pastry Chef Claus Olsen brings his international expertise and
creativity to the gourmet breakfast pastry selection and a
dessert menu that boasts Panna Cotta Raspberry Verrine, Rustic
Apricot Custard Tart, and Strawberry Yogurt Cheesecake.
“Washington,
D.C.’s culinary scene has greatly transformed since we opened over
15 years ago”, said Adriaan Radder, General Manager of Mandarin
Oriental, Washington DC. “We wanted to provide our guests,
neighbors, and D.C. residents with an accessible modern American
Bistro experience and the genuine hospitality that Mandarin Oriental
is renowned for.”
The
Bistro’s name, AMITY & COMMERCE, was inspired by a bit
of American history. Given the hotel’s proximity to the Thomas
Jefferson Memorial, the name pays homage to one of Jefferson’s
most significant acts: the 1778 Treaty of Amity and Commerce
between the United States and France which formalized a
friendly alliance between the two nations. The phrase AMITY &
COMMERCE captures the spirit of the treaty with the bistro serving as
a location to gather for friendly interactions for business and
cultural exchange.
Located
just a stone’s throw from the District’s emerging Southwest
Waterfront and the iconic Jefferson Memorial,AMITY &
COMMERCE an American Bistro and Bar offers classic dishes with
international flair and signature dishes rotating daily. Whether it’s
beginning the day at the signature breakfast buffet or settling in
with friends and colleagues for lunch or dinner, AMITY &
COMMERCE provides an ideal meeting point.
AMITY
& COMMERCE
is open
daily for breakfast 6:30 – 10:30 am (Mon – Fri) & 7 –
10:30am (Sat & Sun), lunch 11:30am – 2:30pm, and dinner 5:30 –
10:30pm. Commerce Bar is open 5:30 – 10:30p.m. For reservations,
please call +1 (202) 787 6148. For more information, please visit
www.mandarinoriental.com/amityandcommerce.
Mandarin Oriental, Washington DC exterior at night
Prominently
placed along the Capital’s revitalised Southwest Waterfront,
Mandarin Oriental, Washington D.C. offers five-star luxury,
refreshed guestrooms, and extensive facilities in a serene
picturesque setting. Just a short walk from the Nation’s most
cherished monuments, the hotel is also close to a number of exciting
restaurants and attractions in the new District Wharf
neighbourhood. The elegant retreat exudes a refined sense of
style with beautifully designed rooms, spacious suites including the
luxurious three-bedroom Presidential Suite, The Forbes
Four-Star Spa, legendary service and exceptional restaurants.
MoMA
PS1 will present the first New York museum exhibition of the work
of visionary feminist and activist artist Niki de Saint Phalle
(American and French, 1930‒2002). On view from April 5 to
September 7, 2020, the exhibition will feature over 100 works
created from the 1970s until the artist’s death, including
sculptures, prints, drawings, jewelry, and archival material.
Highlighting Saint Phalle’s interdisciplinary approach and
engagement with key social and political issues, the exhibition will
focus on works that she created to transform environments,
individuals, and society.
Niki de Saint Phalle at Tarot Garden, Garavicchio, Italy, 1980s. Photographer unknown.
Niki
de Saint Phalle was born in Neuilly-sur-Seine, France and raised
in New York City. In 1948, at age 18, she married the writer Harry
Matthews. They moved to Paris in 1952, and shortly thereafter
Saint Phalle was hospitalized for a nervous breakdown and began
painting as a therapeutic activity. In the late 1950s, Saint Phalle
met artist Jean Tinguely, an important collaborator whom she
married in 1971. She was the only female member of the Nouveau
Réalisme group with Tinguely, Arman, Christo, and Yves Klein,
among others. In 1961, the first solo exhibition of Saint Phalle’s
work was held at Galerie J, Paris. That same year, her work
was included in the exhibition The Art of Assemblage at The
Museum of Modern Art, New York. Saint Phalle was the subject of a
retrospective at the Ulm Museum, Germany, and Centre
Pompidou, Paris in 1980, and at the Kunsthalle Bonn in
1992. In 1994, she moved to California, where she lived until her
death in 2002.
Early
in her career, Saint Phalle pushed against accepted artistic
practices, creating work that used assemblage and performative modes
of production. Collaboration was always central to her work,
including several co-authored sculptures made with the artist Jean
Tinguely. Beginning in the late 1960s, Saint Phalle starting making
large-scale sculptures, which led to an expansion of her practice
into architectural projects, sculpture gardens, books, prints, films,
theater sets, clothing, jewelry, and, famously, her own perfume.
From
this period forward, Saint Phalle also created a series of innovative
works that reflect an ethos of collaboration and engagement with the
politics of social space. Addressing subjects that ranged from
women’s rights to climate change and HIV/AIDS awareness, Saint
Phalle was often at the vanguard in addressing the social and
political issues of her time. Her illustrated book, AIDS: You
Can’t Catch It Holding Hands (1986), written in collaboration
with Dr. Silvio Barandun, worked to destigmatize the disease
and was translated into six languages.
Central
to the exhibition is an examination of Saint Phalle’s large-scale
outdoor sculptures and architectural projects, including three houses
built for Rainer von Diez between 1969 and 1971; Queen
Califia’s Magical Circle, a sculpture park in Escondido, CA;
the monumental sculpture Le Cyclop in Milly-la-Forêt, France;
Golem, a playground in Jerusalem; Noah’s Ark
sculpture park in Jerusalem; and Le Dragon de Knokke, a
children’s playhouse in Belgium.
Kids Will Be Asking for YouTube-Inspired Toy Lines, Compounds and Squishies, Glitz and Glam, Retro Toys and More This Holiday!
The
Toy Insider,
one of the toy industry’s most influential organizations and a
trusted go-to resource for parents and gift-givers, today revealed
the top eight trending toy themes of 2019, giving consumers an inside
look at the hottest categories and hand-picked favorites that are
sure to be bestsellers this holiday season.
The Toy Insider logo.
“Thanks to the immense popularity of unboxing videos on YouTube, we’re seeing that the collectible craze is bigger than ever! So big, in fact, that we launched our first-ever 12 Under $12 list of the year’s tiny trending toys with an affordable price tag!” said Laurie Schacht, Chief Toy Officer, the Toy Insider. “We’re also seeing a resurgence in unplugged play, encouraging kids to nurture their creativity with screen-free toys and games or to get up and moving with cool rides that go way beyond bikes. Plus, toys packed with oozy, squishy, and smooshy fun show no signs of slowing down either.”
The
Toy Insider unveiled
its 14th annual
holiday gift guide last
month, highlighting the most-coveted toys that kids will have on
their holiday wish lists this year. Featuring nearly 350 toys from
more than 120 toy companies across its print and online versions, the
Toy Insider‘s
guide makes it easy for gift-givers to search for the perfect,
age-appropriate gift for any child.
Schacht
and her editorial team of toy experts have more than 75 years of
combined experience covering the toy industry. The team is
well-versed in the hottest toys and trends through attendance at
major toy industry trade shows and events, as well as frequent
briefings with toy companies, retailers and analysts throughout the
year. The independent organization reviews toys all year long to
compile its annual holiday gift guide, along with its Hot 20, STEM 10
and brand-new 12 Under $12 lists. The Toy Insider highlights the
year’s top toy trends based on retail sales and extensive research,
helping consumers and gift-givers find the perfect holiday gifts for
kids.
The
Toy Insider’s 2019 Top Toy Trends:
As
Seen on YouTube:
Kids’
favorite YouTube stars are making their way to the toy box with their
very own toy lines. Kids can get an IRL experience unboxing tons of
fun surprises based on their favorite channels. The
Toy Insider’s Favorites:
Tic Tac Toy XOXO Friends (Blip Toys), FGTeeV Giant TV (Bonkers Toys),
Ryan’s World Super Surprise Safe (Just Play), Ryan’s World 3.5-inch
Ryan’s Racers (Jada Toys), Lamo Ninja Minifigures (Wicked Cool Toys),
Pinkfong Baby Shark Song Puppets (WowWee)
Ready
to Ride:
Scooters,
balance bikes, go-karts, and more! Kids are riding in style this year
in imaginative new ways. These toys encourage kids to get up and
active and ready for adventure! The
Toy Insider’s Favorites:
Rideamals Josie (Pacific Cycle), RealTree UTV (Dynacraft), Neon Ghost
(Yvolution), Rockin Rider Legacy Grow-with-me Pony(Tek
Nek Toys), Wave Catcher (Rollplay), Wild Ones (Razor), Fisher Price
Bounce & Spin Puppy (Mattel), Playdate Sven (Jakks Pacific)
On October 24th, Nordstrom, Inc. opened the doors to its first-ever flagship store for women and children in New York City. Located at 225 West 57th Street, across from the Nordstrom Men’s Store which launched in April 2018, the new store occupies the base of Central Park Tower, the tallest residential building in the world. Customers can shop 320,000 square-feet of retail space across seven-levels in the heart of the city. Nordstrom NYC represents the biggest and best statement (as well as the biggest gamble) of what the brand has to offer.
Nordstrom NYC Level 3 – Designer Women’s Apparel (Connie Zhou) Nordstrom NYC – Comme des Garçons Shop (Connie Zhou)
As
diverse as New York City itself, merchandise includes a curated
offering across all categories. Customers can shop a comprehensive
selection of apparel brands across a broad range of accessible and
aspirational price points, including Dries Van Noten, Givenchy,
Saint Laurent, Vince, Ted Baker London, Madewell, Reformation and
Topshop, complemented by an extensive selection of accessory
brands like Longchamp, Chloe, Valentino, Fendi, Loewe, MCM, Coach
and more.
Honoring
its heritage in shoes dating back to 1901, Nordstrom NYC offers
customers three shoe departments, including one entire
floor dedicated to women’s shoes. The vast shoe selection will
include Gucci, Prada, Christian Louboutin, Golden Goose, Tory
Burch, Birkenstock, UGG, Steve Madden, Nike and more.
Nordstrom NYC Level 2 Christian Louboutin Pop-Up Shop featuring an exclusive 30-piece capsule of footwear, handbags and gift items for men & women (Connie Zhou)
A
testament to the ever-evolving nature of the New York City store, the
first level will be home to a rotating series of installations,
kicking off with a Christian Louboutin pop-up featuring an
exclusive 30-piece capsule of footwear, handbags and gift items
for men & women, inspired by the Palais de la Porte Dorée
Museum near Louboutin’s childhood home in Paris.
True
to its roots in shoes, Nordstrom is launching Perfect Pairs,
an exclusive collaboration with 14 customer favorite brands, and a
diverse group of NYC muses, bringing together the likes of Steve
Madden with model Winnie
Harlow; Cole Haan with
poet and activist Cleo Wade; Nike with
Tennis champion Maria Sharapova; Birkenstock
with celebrity stylist Leslie Fremar; UGG with costume
designer Patricia Field, and more.
Nordstrom NYC Level 5 – Atrium (Connie Zhou)
Olivia
Kim, Nordstrom Vice President of Creative Projects, also brings
the unique Nordstrom offering to life, curating concepts within the
flagship to create a sense of newness and discovery for customers.
Nordstrom NYC Level 3 – Burberry Shop Concept Shop will showcase products from the Autumn/Winter 2019 collection (Connie Zhou)
Beginning with British fashion house Burberry, the exclusive Nordstrom concept shop will showcase products from the Autumn/Winter 2019 collection, housed within a giant, immersive installation spanning five rooms, accented with wood paneled walls and raised theatre style seating, windows for visitors to illustrate or tag with graffiti, and a café featuring Nick Knight‘s Portrait of a Rose print throughout with a menu of British classics available to order.
Kicking
off fall with Nordstrom x Nike (NxN), Nordstrom has developed
the ultimate women’s sneaker boutique with a distinctive view on
style and sport. NxN is the place to find coveted Nike product with a
curated selection of merchandise from the most compelling brands in
fashion. To celebrate the opening, the shop will exclusively launch a
Jordan Air Latitude 720 sneaker with Swarovski and the Nike by
Olivia Kim capsule collection of sneakers and apparel, inspired
by Kim’s NYC-experience during the 90s, launching in-store on October
31.
Nordstrom NYC Level 3 – SPACE featuring brands such as Cecille Bahnsen, Bode, Eckhaus Latta, Jacquemus, Martine Rose, Molly Goddard, and Simone Rocha, as well as exclusives from Tom Wood and Sandy Liang. (Connie Zhou)
The
opening of the New York City flagship brings the exciting in-store
curation of SPACE, a boutique featuring advanced and emerging
designer collections selected by Olivia Kim from brands such as
Cecille Bahnsen, Bode, Eckhaus Latta, Jacquemus, Martine Rose,
Molly Goddard, and Simone Rocha, as well as exclusives
from Tom Wood and Sandy Liang. Unique to the flagship,
SPACE includes the first branded in-store shop from Acne Studios,
and a one-of-a-kind Comme des Garçons shop designed with
artist and furniture designer Marc Hundley.
To celebrate Christmas and New Year, Mandarin Oriental, Parisis offering a special accommodation package with the Galeries Lafayette Champs-Élysées. Available from 22 November 2019 to 8 January 2020, the Festive Shopping Season in Paris package includes a private session with a personal stylist, champagne and other treats for guests. The palace will be the place to be this party season, with festive menus and winter pop-up bar in its garden.
Guests
booking the Festive
Shopping Season in Parisoffer
will receive spa credit, champagne, tasty Christmas treats and VIP
shopping benefits at the Galeries
Lafayette Champs-Élysées.
The famous retailer recently opened a concept store on the ‘world’s
most beautiful avenue’ offering the latest fashion, lifestyle and
beauty collections created by an exciting selection of top designers,
ranging from emerging talents to iconic luxury brands.
A
bottle of champagne, seasonal treats and a scented candle from
Galeries Lafayette Champs-Élysées offered in guests’ room upon
arrival
Private
session with a dedicated fashion stylist at the new Galeries
Lafayette department store on the iconic Champs-Élysées. Also
includes one-way transfer to the store, private shopping session in
its ‘Speakeasy’ VIP lounge with champagne and French chocolates,
and either a beauty treatment or wine tasting at the store, and
hands-free shopping
Forbes Travel Guide (“FTG”), the world-renowned and only global rating system for luxury hotels, restaurants and spas, has unveiled its Verified List for 2019’s World’s Best Hotel Bars, naming Z Bar at The Peninsula Chicago, The Club Bar at The Peninsula Beverly Hills and The Bar at The Peninsula Manila as three of only 45 bars around the world to earn the accolade. This comes on the heels of the Forbes Five-Star Awards announcement in February 2019, in which The Peninsula Hotels achieved Forbes Five-Star status across all ten of its hotels, resulting inThe Peninsula Hotels being the first and only hotel brand to achieve the highest possible FTG rating for all its hotels.
“An
honour of this calibre is truly extraordinary, especially given the
amount of hard work and meticulous attention our team collectively
puts into each of these establishments,” said Carson Glover,
Vice President of Brand Marketing & Communications at The
Peninsula Hotels. “Every detail, from the design and ambiance to
the unparalleled service, to the incredible food and drink offerings,
is carefully curated to provide an exceptional and unforgettable
guest experience.”
Z
Bar at The Peninsula Chicago
Z Bar Terrace at The Peninsula Chicago (Photo Credit: The Peninsula Hotels)
Located
above Chicago’s iconic Michigan Avenue, The Peninsula Chicago’s
recently-opened rooftop lounge, Z Bar, boasts expansive city
views, an array of distinctive, globally-inspired cocktails,
boldly-flavored food and the latest tunes from around the world.
After being transported to The Peninsula Chicago’s rooftop terrace
via dedicated elevators cloaked in lush forest artistry, guests can
enjoy an expansive indoor-outdoor space including a rooftop terrace,
the perfect place to experience a sophisticated take on Chicago’s
rooftop scene.
Z Bar, The Peninsula Chicago (Photo Credit: www.forbes.com/)
The
Club Bar at The Peninsula Beverly Hills
The Club Bar at The Peninsula Beverly Hills (Photo Credit: The Peninsula Hotels)
Reminiscent
of an elegant gentleman’s club, with beautiful California
birch-paneled walls and gleaming brass details and sconces, The
Club Bar offers guests premium drinks and gourmet small bites.
Luxury leather chairs surround the crackling fireplace, creating an
authentic yet timeless atmosphere. The Club Bar’s drink list includes
rare single-malt whiskies, scotches, tequilas and cognacs, as well as
a comprehensive selection of wines by the glass, along with the
hotel’s private-label Keller The Peninsula Sonoma Pinot Noir.
The Club Bar, The Peninsula Beverly Hills (Photo Credit: www.forbes.com/)
The
Bar at The Peninsula Manila
The Bar at The Peninsula Manila (Photo Credit: The Peninsula Hotels)
Just
a few steps from Salon de Ning and a short walk from the
famous Lobby, The Bar at The Peninsula Manila echoes the dimly
lit bars of Cuba, and is the ideal setting to enjoy the signature
Batangas Old Fashioned, or savor a malt whisky in an intimate space.
The plush armchairs and leather couches encourage intimate
conversation among guests. The Bar, boasting predominant colors of
cobalt blue and dark brown, is inspired by the character of an old
school gentleman who enjoys a flavorful cigar and a crisp drink.
Forbes
Travel Guide’s The
Verified List for 2019’s World’s Best Hotel Barsrecognizes
45 distinguished bars, across 13 countries, and represents hotel bars
that performed exceptionally on standards related to the quality of
their beverage programme, their presentation and their luxurious
service.
Each
hotel bar was meticulously inspected and scored using criteria such
as elements of luxury standards, which reflect sumptuous comfort,
choices and conveniences, including a special level of attention to
details, and also food and beverage quality standards, which play an
important part in the guest experience. Bars must also demonstrate
the technical aptitude of their staff, such as their ability to
listen to guests’ individual preferences and to deliver beverages
at correct temperatures.
“We’ve
seen hotel bars evolve enormously in our 60-plus years of operating
Forbes Travel Guide, hence the focus of our fourth Verified List,”
said Filip Boyen, CEO of Forbes Travel Guide. “Hotel bars are
now destinations in their own right and have the ability to transform
a hotel experience. We congratulate all of the bars on the list,
which were vetted and verified based on the most rigorous standards.
They not only scored highly, but also provided the most luxurious
experience for hotel and local guests alike.”
The
Verified List throws a spotlight on amazing hotel bars in China,
France, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Morocco, the Philippines, Portugal,
Singapore, Switzerland, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom
and the United States.
Incorporated
in 1866 and listed on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong (00045), The
Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels, Limited (HSH) is the holding
company of a Group which is engaged in the ownership, development and
management of prestigious hotel, commercial and residential
properties in key locations in Asia, the United States and Europe, as
well as the provision of tourism and leisure, club management and
other services. The Peninsula Hotels portfolio comprises The
Peninsula Hong Kong, The Peninsula Shanghai, The Peninsula
Beijing, The Peninsula Tokyo, The Peninsula New York, The Peninsula
Chicago, The Peninsula Beverly Hills, The Peninsula Paris, The
Peninsula Bangkok, and The Peninsula Manila. Projects
under development include The Peninsula London, The Peninsula
Istanbul and The Peninsula Yangon. The property portfolio
of the Group includes The Repulse Bay Complex, The Peak Tower
and St. John’s Building in Hong Kong; The Landmark in Ho
Chi Minh City, Vietnam; and 21 avenue Kléber in Paris,
France. The clubs and services portfolio of the Group includes
The Peak Tram in Hong Kong; Thai Country Club in Bangkok,
Thailand; Quail Lodge & Golf Club in Carmel, California;
Peninsula Clubs and Consultancy Services, Peninsula
Merchandising, and Tai Pan Laundry in Hong Kong.
Forbes
Travel Guide is the only global rating system for luxury hotels,
restaurants and spas. Our anonymous professional inspectors evaluate
based on up to 900 objective standards, with an emphasis on
exceptional service, to help discerning travelers select the world’s
best luxury experiences. The only way to get a Five-Star,
Four-Star or Recommended rating is by earning it through our
independent inspection process. For more information about Forbes
Travel Guide, please visit forbestravelguide.com.
Celebrating the remarkable collection of drawings recently donated to the Walker Arts Center by longtime patrons Miriam and Erwin Kelen, The Expressionist Figure: The Miriam And Erwin Kelen Collection Of Drawings, explores the expressive potential of the human body. Richly varied in theme and style, the works on paper span more than a century of artistic experimentation. Featuring portraiture, social satire, erotica, and fantasy in mediums ranging from crayon, ink, and graphite to watercolor, pastel, and collage, the Kelens’ works are joined by a select group of related drawings and sculpture from the Walker’s current holdings. As a whole, The Expressionist Figure: The Miriam And Erwin Kelen Collection Of Drawings is not only a display of virtuoso artworks but also a testament to the pleasure of building a collection and the rewards of sharing it.
Among
the artists in the exhibition are Max Beckmann, Louise Bourgeois,
Chuck Close, Willem de Kooning, Edgar Degas, Jim Denomie, Otto Dix,
Marlene Dumas, Arshile Gorky, George Grosz, David Hockney, Jasper
Johns, William Kentridge, Ernst Ludwig Kirchner, Paul Klee, Gustav
Klimt, René Magritte, Henri Matisse, Kerry James Marshall, Joan
Miró, Claes Oldenburg, Pablo Picasso, Rowan Pope, Egon Schiele, Kara
Walker and Andy Warhol.
Christian Rohlfs Kniender Akt (Kneeling Nude) ca. 1916–18 watercolor, gouache on paper 19 3/8 x 16 in. Private collection
The Expressionist Figure: The Miriam and Erwin Kelen Collection of Drawings, Curated by Joan Rothfuss, guest curator, Visual Arts, is on view November 17, 2019 through April 19, 2020.
Park Celebrates Milestone In 2020 With Pre-K Child’s Imagination Season Pass, Return of Gazillion Bubbles Show
Dollywoodcommemorates its 35th anniversary season in 2020 with a gorgeous
new festival, a calendar packed full of must-see events, and new and
returning entertainment offerings featuring some of the greatest
performers from around the world.
Every
member of the family should have their 2020 Dollywood season pass
early, because it’s going to be an anniversary celebration no one
will want to miss.
Dollywood’s Mystery Mine Roll
Dollywood’s
35th Anniversary Season begins on March 14, 2020
with Festival of Nations (March 14-April 20). The epic
stage production of Namaste India and Ole!
headline the festival. Namaste India provides
guests a journey across India via the myriad dance forms for which
the country is known, and Ole!features the
self-proclaimed “Gypsy Kings of Comedy.” Popular returning
acts are Drumstruck, JigJam and the Invaders Steel
Orchestra. International food favorites pair well with the
diverse entertainment offerings for an escape around the world in the
heart of the Smokies.
Dollywood’s
“budding” new event, the Flower & Food Festival (May
8-June 14), features brilliant splashes of spring color with
numerous vibrant displays of expertly-manicured flowers and plants
created by tremendously-talented horticulturists. This springtime
event is blooming with fun and discovery around each corner thanks to
a number of iconic displays.
Advertising photos for Dollywood Splash Country’s River Rush, a new water roller coaster. Photo by Steven Bridges http://www.stevenbridges.com
In
partnership with the internationally-acclaimed Mosaicultures
flower sculpting team, Dollywood creates living,
larger-than-life sculptures including a butterfly umbrella, a
depiction of Dolly Parton’s mother quilting the Coat
of Many Colors, various animal scenes and beautiful environmental
imaginations. Interactive displays also are found throughout the
area. A stunning visual element greets guests on Showstreet,
as hundreds of colorful umbrellas are suspended above the pathway
creating a dazzling “Umbrella Sky.”
Dollywood’s Splash Country – The Cascades
In
addition to the beautiful flowers and landscaping, a wide-selection
of culinary creations that take inspiration from spring in the
Smokies will delight guests’ taste buds. Featured items
include spring beef over crispy potatoes, heirloom tomato and feta
cheese galette, savory lime chicken legs over rice pilaf, and caprese
skewers with a balsamic reduction. Refreshing specialty drink options
include pink watermelon lemonade slushy, rose lemon spritzer and
fresh violet slushy.
Retailer Announces Plans to Help Customers Get an Early Start on Holiday Shopping
Walmart prepares customers for six fewer shopping days between Thanksgiving and Christmas with early deals, new and expanded shopping services, more top gifts and fun in stores all season long
Walmart
will help customers make the most of this year’s
shortened holiday season by offering them more savings, more ways to
shop, more top gifts to shop for and more fun in stores than ever
before.
“Customers
count on Walmart for the best prices every day, and the holiday
season is no exception. Our price leadership is strong, and growing,
and we’re excited to deliver savings for all of our holiday
shoppers,” said Steve Bratspies, executive vice president and
chief merchandising officer, Walmart U.S. “Saving our customers
time is also paramount at this time of year, especially with fewer
days to get ready for big family meals, parties and gift giving.
We’re making sure this season is the easiest yet for our customers
with nine tech-enabled ways to shop for everyone on their list –
when and how they want.”
More
Savings: Early and Ongoing Deals Throughout the Season
Beginning
Oct.
25
at midnight ET, Walmart is launching holiday savings – earlier than
ever – with its Early
Deals Drop on
Walmart.com.
Customers
can get a jumpstart on their holiday shopping with deals on top items
in electronics, gaming, toys, home and sporting goods while supplies
last. Some top deals include the BouncePro
7-Foot My First Trampoline for
$99 (a $25 savings), the Farberware
3.2 Quart Digital Oil- Less Fryer for
$39 (a $30 savings) and a VIZIO
55-inch Class M-Series Quantum 4K Ultra HDR Smart TV
for $398 (a $100 savings).
Farberware 3.2 Quart Digital Oil- Less Fryer
BouncePro 7-Foot My First Trampoline
Customers
can continue to expect great savings from Walmart on their everyday
shopping needs and gifts – both in stores and online – all season
long. In addition, Walmart.com
will offer Deal Drops throughout the season for extra savings
on some of the hottest holiday items.
More
Shopping Conveniences: Customers Have Nine Tech-Enabled Ways to Shop
Walmart
is making it easier than ever for customers to shop for everyone on
their list with the introduction of new features and expanded
shopping services. This holiday season, the retailer is offering nine
ways to shop – more than ever before – to help customers save
time and money, including:
Gift Finder: New this year, customers can search for gifts on Walmart.com with Gift Finder, which provides gift options for 40 different types of gift recipients. Customers provide information based on the recipient and their price range and are served up personalized recommendations so they can choose the best gift for anyone on their list, even the hardest to shop for.
Scannable Toy Catalog: For the first time, customers with iOS devices can use their phones to shop for the hottest toys of the season right from the pages of Walmart’s seasonal toy catalog. Dropping Nov. 1, this new digitized experience lets customers scan and shop hundreds of toys, including more than 150 exclusives, through the Walmart app.
Free NextDay Delivery*: New this holiday season, customers can order from up to hundreds of thousands of eligible items and have them delivered to their house the very next day without a membership fee.
Expanded Check Out With Me: Check Out With Meis now available in all Walmart Supercenters, allowing customers to avoid lines at the register and check out with an associate right where they are shopping, like in Santaland in the garden center, the electronics department or near the registers.
Expanded DotCom Store: The DotCom Store, which is also now available in all Walmart Supercenters, lets customers work with associates to place an online order right from the store if the customer cannot find the item they’re shopping for. Items are then sent directly to the customer’s home or to their nearest Walmart store for Pickup.
The Biggest Night in Latin Music® to air live on the Univision Network Nov. 14 from 8–11 p.m. ET/PT (7 p.m. Central)
The Latin Recording Academy® today announced that three-time Latin GRAMMY® winner, 2006 Latin Recording Academy Person of the Year™, and two-time GRAMMY® winner Ricky Martin will host the 20th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards® alongside internationally renowned actresses Roselyn Sánchez and Paz Vega. The 20th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards will be broadcast live on Univision from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on Nov. 14 from 8-11 p.m. ET/PT (7 p.m. Central). (A very limited number of tickets for the 20th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards are still available for purchase at www.axs.com.)
The
Latin Recording Academy is an international, membership-based
organization comprised of Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking recording
artists, musicians, songwriters, producers, and other creative and
technical recording professionals. The organization is dedicated to
improving the quality of life and cultural condition for Latin music
and its makers.
Martin,
who will host for the first time, has been a part of The Latin
Recording Academy’s history since the inaugural Latin GRAMMY
Awards in 2000, where he was nominated for two awards and delivered
one of the most memorable performances to date. Sánchez joins as a
host for the fourth time, after hosting the 16th, 17th, and 18th
Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards. Vega will host the show for the first
time.
Ricky Martin ( Image Courtesy of The Latin Recording Academy)
Ricky
Martin is one of the leading international Latin
multifaceted artists in the world beloved by fans worldwide for his
instinctive understanding of rhythm, passion for performing, and
equal compassion for giving. One of the best-selling international
and Latin artists of all time, Martin has sold more than 95 million
albums and continues to perform to sold-out stadium and arena
audiences throughout the world.
Besides
his worldwide musical success, Martin is dedicated to the efforts of
the Ricky Martin Foundation, an organization that advocates
for the well-being of children around the globe in critical areas
such as social justice, education, and health. After the catastrophic
hurricanes Irma and Maria in Puerto Rico in 2017, the Ricky Martin
Foundation organized the Puerto Rico Relief Fund with an
initial goal to raise $6 million in aid. To date, the fund has raised
nearly $5 million. More than 50,000 donors have contributed,
including individuals worldwide, celebrity endorsers, partnering
organizations, and large corporations.
“Professional pictures must appeal to mass interest and mass interest does not always embrace the things that ought to be known. On the other hand, the amateur has no necessity for appealing to mass interest. He is free to reproduce and record any action his fancy or fancy of a friend may dictate.”
— Hiram Percy Maxim, editor Amateur Cinema League, December 1926i
Home movies. Pierce family. USA. 1958-63. Digital preservation of 16mm film. Courtesy the Museum of Modern Art
Home
movies are a form of personal filmmaking made to entertain intimate
audiences of family and friends at private screenings. Since the
introduction of small-gauge, portable cameras in 1922 heralded the
unofficial birth of amateur moviemaking, the many thousands of reels
of non-theatrical film shot by individuals around the world amounts
to perhaps the largest body of work on film produced in the twentieth
century. Commonly orphaned by those who made them, sold for stock
footage and used as documentation, less attention has been given to
what home movies represent as an alternative to theatrical film and
what they share with the work of avant-garde filmmakers.
Home movies. Jarret family. USA. 1958-67. Digital preservation of Standard 8mm film. Courtesy the Museum of Modern Art.
The
Yoshiko and Akio Morita Galleries host Private Lives Public
Spaces (October 21, 2019 – July 01, 2020), the
Museum’s first large-scale exhibition of home movies and amateur
films drawn exclusively from its collection. This gallery
presentation of largely unseen, privately produced works will explore
the connection between artist’s cinema, amateur movies, and family
filmmaking since the 1923 introduction of small-gauge film stock
heralded the unofficial birth of affordable home moviemaking. The
Museum’s archival holdings of the genre represent a remarkable
range of creativity by artists, celebrities, world travelers, and the
public at large. This presentation of moving image work offers a
renewed perspective on the creative strategies that amateur
filmmaking shares with experimental and avant-garde cinema of the
20th century. In conjunction with the gallery installation, MoMA’s
Department of Education will stage a Home Movie Day
comprising three Library of Congress National Film Registry
programs.
“Like the amateur still photographer, the amateur film-maker can devote himself to capturing the poetry and beauty of places and events and, since he is using a movie camera, he can explore the vast world of the beauty of movement.” — Maya Deren, “Amateur Versus Professional” Film Culture 1965iii
Home movies. Jarret family. USA. 1958-67. Digital preservation of Standard 8mm film. Courtesy the Museum of Modern Art.
Organized
by Ron Magliozzi, Curator, Brittany Shaw, Curatorial
Assistant, Katie Trainor, Collections Manager, Peter
Williamson, Preservation Officer, and Ashley Swinnerton,
Collection Specialist, Department of Film
Featuring
works dating from 1907 to 1996, Private Lives Public
Spaces is the Museum’s first major exhibition of home
movies and amateur films drawn exclusively from its collection.
Democratic, personal, and unregulated, this “people’s cinema”
is viewed as a precursor to social media, and MoMA’s installation
is predicated on the expanded opportunities for display provided by
digital media and the fresh appreciation that viewers bring to
self-expression in present-day moving image culture.
Yayoi Kusama Joins the 93rd Annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade® With the Debut of the “Love Flies Up to the Sky” Balloon
Yayoi Kusama joins the Parade’s illustrious Blue Sky Gallery – a series of balloons which highlight inflatable artworks by some of the world’s most renowned contemporary artists; the new high-flying art coincides with an exhibition of Kusama’s new work at the celebrated David Zwirner Gallery in New York City
This
Thanksgiving, the world’s most renowned female contemporary artist
will take her iconic art to new heights as Yayoi Kusama joins
the legendary Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade®. On
Thursday, November 28, 2019, Kusama’s Love Flies Up to the
Sky balloon will debut in the annual holiday spectacle in front
of more than 3.5 million spectators and more than 50 million viewers
nationwide, as the latest entry in the Parade’s Blue Sky Gallery
series, which invites celebrated contemporary artists to
contribute artworks to the high-flying lineup.
Photo Credits: Yayoi Kusama, the world-renowned artist, joins the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade’s Blue Sky Gallery series of balloons designed by contemporary artists with the introduction of her creation “Love Flies Up to the Sky” this November. (Photo: Business Wire)
The
Love Flies Up to the Sky balloon was developed by the artist from
face motifs that appear in her My Eternal Soul series of
paintings–a body of work that she began in 2009. Vibrant and
animated, the paintings embody Kusama’s innovative exploration of
form and revolve around a tension between abstraction and figuration.
The artist’s signature dots — which recur throughout her practice
— also feature prominently in the Macy’s Parade balloon design.
“In
2005, we began featuring inflatable artworks by the world’s most
renowned contemporary artists in the Macy’s Parade lineup with the
hope of bringing fine art to the masses and making it more
accessible,” said Susan Tercero, executive producer of Macy’s
Thanksgiving Day Parade. “This year the world’s most popular
living female artist, the iconic Yayoi Kusama, joins the Parade’s
acclaimed Blue Sky Gallery series of balloons, making these creations
a collection of high-flying art worthy of museums around the world.
We can’t wait for millions to enjoy the hypnotic, colorful and
whimsical beauty of Love Flies Up to the Sky this Thanksgiving.”
Yayoi Kusama, the latest invited artist to light up the Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade. Photo Credit: Yayoi Kusama
Contemporary
artist Yayoi Kusama was born in Matsumoto, Japan in 1929 and
has been creating art for more than eight decades. During her lengthy
career her work has transcended two of the most important art
movements of the second half of the twentieth century: pop and
minimalism. Today, she is the world’s best-selling female artist
and holds the record for the highest price paid at auction for a work
by a living female artist. According to a recent review of museum
attendance by The Art Newspaper, she is also the world’s
most popular artist. From 2012-2018, Yayoi Kusama had over 55
solo shows and exhibitions at more than 45 art institutions
worldwide, covering more than 23 countries and breaking longtime
attendance records. Over 6 million visitors have attended these
exhibitions, many often waiting more than two hours to enter the
exhibition and experience Kusama’s transformative work. The North
American Tour of Yayoi Kusama: Infinity Mirrors, which
traveled from 2017-2019 to six institutions, had over 599,800
visitors.
Collection Features 20 Products Across All Categories And 33 Gift Sets For Everyone On This Year’s Shopping List
This
holiday, M·A·C Cosmetics plays with a classic symbol of the
celebratory season with its Starring You
Collection,
taking the twinkling star in all-new directions – on packaging, in
a glittering lineup of products and kits, and in dazzling new looks.
More than just the inspiration behind shimmering hues, the star is
YOU. A legendary lineup for eyes, lips and face encourages
everyone to create, make a name for themselves and claim center
stage.
LUCKY STARS LIP GLOSS KIT ($44 VALUE)
“Upon
working with the Starring You collection, the first word that came to
my mind was ‘opulent,’” said Fatima Thomas, M·A·C Senior
Artist. “The finishes are reflective, varying from moderate
frost to high-beam metallic, and apply smoothly. The colour palette
is sophisticated and urbane. After the predominantly fiery coppers
and rusts of SS19, it’s refreshing to create looks with rich plums,
pinots, irons and garnets laced with sparkle.“
KISS OF STARS LIPSTICK / STARRING YOU
In the new collection, stars are born this holiday season. All-new glitter-coated Kiss Of Stars Lipstick serves subtle glam or full-on glitz with creamy, eye-catching shimmer in six shades. Newly returned Spellbinder Shadow is another must-have, with magnetically charged ionized pigments that cling to eye lids. Four deep velvety shades provide intense, dimensional color payoff. For Pro-worthy application, Thomas suggests starting with a layer of Prep + Prime 24-Hour Extend Eye Base, then spritzing Prep + Prime Fix + onto a brush loaded with Spellbinder Shadow before patting onto lids.
The Museum of Modern Art announced Engineer, Agitator, Constructor: The Artist Reinvented, a major exhibition that will present the political engagement, fearless and groundbreaking visual experimentation, and utopian aspirations of artists in the early 20th century. On view in The Robert B. Menschel Galleries from May 10 through September 12, 2020, Engineer, Agitator, Constructor will showcase the activities of historical avant-gardes, including galvanizing works of Dada, Bauhaus, De Stijl, Futurism, and Russian Constructivism, and highlights such figures as Aleksandr Rodchenko, Lyubov Popova, John Heartfield, and Hannah Höch.
Drawn from the Museum’s outstanding holdings from this period, the exhibition will mark a recent acquisition of more than 300 works from the Merrill C. Berman Collection, one of the most significant collections of early 20th-century works on paper in private hands. Engineer, Agitator, Constructor: The Artist Reinvented is organized by Jodi Hauptman, Senior Curator, Department of Drawings and Prints, MoMA, and Adrian Sudhalter, Consulting Curator, with Jane Cavalier, Curatorial Assistant, Department of Drawings and Prints, MoMA.
Hannah Höch, German (1889–1978). Collage (Dada). c. 1922. Original collage: cut-and-pasted papers, printed papers, ink (postmark), and postage stamp on board, 9 3/4 × 13″ (24.8 × 33 cm). The Museum of Modern Art, New York. The Merrill C. Berman Collection
The
historic acquisition in 2018 from the legendary
Merrill C. Berman Collection transformed MoMA’s holdings
of early 20th-century avant-garde art from Soviet Russia; Weimar
Germany; the newly constituted Poland, Hungary, and Czechoslovakia;
the Netherlands; and Italy, securing the Museum’s position as the
unmatched repository of art of this period. Containing both
individual masterworks and rare contextual material, the Berman
Collection at MoMA offers standout strength and
unparalleled depth in its area. With its capacity to fill gaps and
diversify modernism’s narratives, this acquisition is particularly
urgent at this moment of the Museum’s expansion, offering exciting
opportunities to share new and compelling stories, including those
that are explicitly political, of the early 20th century.
John (born Helmut Herzfelde) Heartfield (German, 1891–1968). The Hand Has Five Fingers (5 Finger hat die Hand). 1928. Lithograph, 38 1/2 × 29 1/4″ (97.8 × 74.3 cm). The Museum of Modern Art, New York. The Merrill C. Berman CollectionContinue reading →
The Luxury Handbag Authority Launches A Revolutionary Tool Designed To Instantly Reveal Your Handbag’s Current Resale Value
Rebag,
the destination for buying and selling luxury handbags, has launched
a revolutionary tool that instantly reveals the resale value of any
bag that you’re eyeing, or already have in your closet: Clair by
Rebag, the Comprehensive Luxury Appraisal Index for Resale.
ReBag logo
It’s
hard to imagine ever falling out of love, but the reality is, we’ve
all got unwanted baggage. Want to know the real value of your
handbag? Just ask Clair.
The
first of its kind, and five years in the making, Clair is a
powerful proprietary software which allows Rebag to generate a highly
accurate offer in an instant and empowers consumers to make the most
of every luxury handbag purchase. Clair determines the value of any
handbag across a list of more than 50 brands and 10,000 bags. It
offers consumers an exact and fully automated price that Rebag is
currently willing to pay to acquire that item.
“With
more and more consumers contemplating the resale value of their
luxury purchases, we’ve created a taxonomy that provides a more
transparent way for consumers to shop more wisely,” says
Charles Gorra, Founder and CEO of Rebag. “We’ve spent years
gathering data and analyzing the luxury handbag market. Clair is our
way of sharing that knowledge with the world – and it’s only the
beginning.”
In
an industry where pricing is notoriously shrouded in mystery, Clair
is an easy-to-use appraisal index as well as universal codes and
condition grades to serve as a common pricing reference for resellers
worldwide. This industry-wide framework lifts the opaque curtain
currently on the handbag resale market, allowing consumers to make
smart decisions on their purchases, know the value of their purchase
upfront and view handbags as a new investment category. Clair was
created for everyone, not just those who shop and sell at Rebag. The
tool reduces the time it takes to normally receive a price quote,
eliminating the friction and hesitation consumers often feel when it
comes to resale.
Clair
by Rebag makes it possible to instantly check the value of luxury
handbags in three easy steps: through the Rebag website or app,
navigate to the Clair portal to select the handbag’s brand, model,
style, and size, then tell Clair a bit more about the color and
condition, and it will instantly generate your handbag’s resale
value.
Receiving
an appraisal from Clair doesn’t lock consumers in to buy or sell
through Rebag; in fact, it only opens more possibilities. Once
customers have seen the future of their handbag, they can decide to
hold onto the investment for posterity, consign it, sell/trade it in
through Rebag or even buy more of them – the options are endless.
Clair
by Rebag wilas officially unveiled on October 24th and is
accessible for all consumers via the mobile app or website.
For more information on Clair by Rebag visit www.rebag.com/clair.
The Marcus Hotels & Resorts Hosts Something For Everyone At This Year’s Can’t-Miss Festivities
Soon the banisters of the AAA Four Diamond Pfister Hotel and the AAA Four Diamond Hilton Milwaukee City Center (509 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203, (414) 271-7250) will be adorned with tinsel and evergreen boughs as the festive spirit of the holiday season returns to treasured Milwaukee traditions and celebrations. Guests from near and far have the opportunity to experience a variety of classic holiday merriment, as well as new and creative events to ring in this special time of year.
The Pfister Hotel logo
The
Pfister Hotel,
located in Milwaukee, Wis., was recently
recognized
as a Top
Hotel in the Midwest by
Condé
Nast Traveler readers
in
the 2019 edition of Condé
Nast Traveler’s annual Readers’ Choice Awards***.
More than 125 years old, the iconic hotel is known for its gracious
service, timeless elegance and the finest in exceptional hospitality.
As Milwaukee’s distinguished luxury hotel, The Pfister has created
many exceptional programs, including an internationally recognized
Artist-in-Residence
program now
in its 11th year, Pfister
“Narrator” program
that chronicles the daily life and spirt of the hotel, and its
cherished Afternoon
Tea,
featuring its very own Tea
Butler.
The Pfister is also home to the largest
Victorian art collection
of any hotel in the world. This is the third consecutive year the
property has been named a Top Hotel in the Midwest by Condé Nast
Traveler readers.
Top
“Can’t Miss” Holiday Events at The Pfister Hotel:
The
annual tree lighting ceremony in the lobby of The
Pfister Hotel
is one of Milwaukee’s most beloved and anticipated traditions.
Featuring an 18-foot, LED-lit holiday tree, the jolly event
includes complimentary hot cocoa, tasty holiday treats, music, and
more. Parents are invited to bring their cameras, as Santa
and Mrs.
Claus will
be arriving at 5:20 p.m. on a Milwaukee
Fire Department fire truck
to greet guests and pose for photos. Guests are encouraged to write
letters to Santa and drop them in Santa’s special mailbox, which
he will take back with him to the North Pole. The tree lighting
ceremony will take place promptly at 5:30 p.m.; the other
activities continue until 6:30 p.m. To support those in need during
the holiday season, The Pfister Hotel will collect non-perishable
food items for Hunger
Task Force,
and encourages guests to bring donation items. This
event is free and open to the public. Enjoy complimentary parking
with any purchase.
Experience
and enjoy the majestic holiday ambiance of The Pfister Hotel
Lobby while shopping for gifts created by over 60
local artists and vendors. Curated by the talented Renee Bebaeu,
The Pfister Holiday Marketplace is the ideal place to find
the perfect gifts for everyone on your list, all while taking in
the sights and sounds of local art and music. Located in The
Pfister Lobby, entry into the marketplace is free.
Breakfast
With Santa–
Saturdays
and Sundays, December 7, 8, 14, 15
and 21,
22, 2019
| Two times available each day, from
8:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.,
as well as 11:30
a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Back
by popular demand, The Pfister Breakfast Buffet with Santa
is a holiday tradition that creates lifelong memories for the
entire family. Guests have the opportunity to share a festive
breakfast spread with Santa and his elves in the festive Pfister
ballroom. In addition to photos with Santa, which are highly
encouraged, each child will receive a special gift and will be able
to make crafts while penning a hand-written letter to Santa.
Smaller seating groups for each date will ensure that everyone has
an exceptional experience. For reservations call 877.704.5340 or
414.935.5950. Pricing: $49 Adults, $29 Children 3-10 years-old, 2
and under free (tax and gratuity are not included). Credit card
guarantee required. 48-hour cancellation notice required or full
amount is charged.
Afternoon
Tea at The Pfister
Friday
through Sunday Weekly until May 3, 2020 | Seating available at 12:30
p.m., 1:00 p.m., 1:30 p.m., or 2:00 p.m.As
winter rolls in, cozy up with tea at The Pfister’s beloved 23rd
floor lounge, Blu.
Guests will enjoy a spectacular view of the city and tableside tea
blending, presented in all-silver service by the one and only
Pfister Tea Butler.
Enjoy learning about each tea’s origin, unique flavors, effects on
mood and health, as well as blending options and perfect pairings.
House-made traditional sandwiches and pastries are also served.
Afternoon
Tea at The Pfister sells
out quickly, so make your reservation today. For
reservations, call 414.935.5950 or email
CustomerCare@marcushotels.com.
Reservations
and credit card guarantee required. 48-hour cancellation notice
required or full amount is charged.
Thanksgiving Bountiful Brunch at The Pfister Thursday, November 28, 2019 | 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.Dine in the breathtaking atmosphere of the Pfister Grand Ballroom, the perfect setting for your family’s elegant and cheerful Thanksgiving celebration. Indulge in an array of fresh seafood on sculpted ice, a harvest of fresh salads and starters, an Artisan Wisconsin cheese station, freshly baked treats from the Grand Pastry table and chefs preparing organic eggs, pastas and succulently carved meats on site, not to mention all the traditional trimmings. Guests can extend the holiday experience with an overnight stay on Wednesday, November 27 or Thursday, November 28 for a special rate of $109 per night plus tax with the purchase of brunch. For reservations, call 877.704.5340 or 414.935.5950. Pricing: $69 Adults, $27 Children 3-10 years-old, 2 and under free (tax and gratuity are not included). Credit card guarantee required. 48-hour cancellation notice required or full amount is charged.
Exhibition Brings Together Some 150 Works That the Forward-Looking Art Critic, Dealer, and Collector Championed, Admired, and Collected
The
Museum of Modern Art announces Félix Fénéon: The
Anarchist and the Avant-Garde—From Signac to Matisse and Beyond,
the first exhibition devoted to the influential French art critic,
editor, publisher, dealer, and collector Félix Fénéon
(1861–1944), on view from March 22 through July 25, 2020.
Though largely unknown today and always discreetly behind the scenes
in his own era, Fénéon played a key role in the careers of leading
artists from Georges Seurat and Paul Signac to Pierre
Bonnard and Henri Matisse, each of whom is featured
prominently in the exhibition. Félix Fénéon: The Anarchist
and the Avant-Garde—From Signac to Matisse and Beyond traces
Fénéon’s career through approximately 150 works that highlight
his initiatives to help artists via his reviews, exhibitions, and
acquisitions; his commitment to anarchism; his literary engagements;
and his contributions to the recognition of non-Western art. Bringing
together a selection of major works that Fénéon admired,
championed, and collected, alongside contemporary letters, documents,
and photographs, the exhibition underscores the tremendous impact he
had on the development of modernism in the late 19th and early 20th
centuries.
The centerpiece of the exhibition is Paul Signac’s Opus 217. Against the Enamel of a Background Rhythmic with Beats and Angles, Tones, and Tints, Portrait of M. Félix Fénéon in 1890 (1890) – an icon of Neo-Impressionism and a masterpiece in MoMA‘s collection. In this dramatic portrait, Signac pays homage to Fénéon’s distinctive profile and goatee, dandyish attire, and generous but enigmatic personality. The spiral patterns in the background set into motion the scientific color theories that Signac and the Neo-Impressionists used to develop the technique of Pointillism, which involved applying tiny dabs of color that mix in the eye of the viewer. It was a young Fénéon who had coined the term “Neo-Impressionism” a few years earlier, in 1886, to recognize the new style pioneered by Seurat and Signac. Over the next five decades, he would continue to be their most ardent, lifelong champion.
The
exhibition unfolds across several galleries organized as distinct
chapters in Fénéon’s multifaceted career. While working as a
clerk in the War Office in Paris, Fénéon was secretly active in
anarchist circles, and after the bombing of a Parisian restaurant in
1894 he was arrested, imprisoned, and tried on suspicion of
conspiracy. Paintings, photographs, and prints will attest to the
tumult of the period and the anarchist fervor within the artistic and
literary circles in which Fénéon moved. After his acquittal, Fénéon
worked as editor-in-chief of La Revue Blanche, a leading
journal of art, literature, and politics. He became a champion of the
artists most closely allied with the publication, including Pierre
Bonnard, Edouard Vuillard, and Félix Vallotton, who were
known as the Nabis. One of the highlights of the exhibition is
Vallotton’s Félix Fénéon at La Revue Blanche (1896), a
luminous canvas depicting the revered editor hunched over a stack of
manuscripts he is editing by lamplight.
Georges-Pierre Seurat. Study for “A Sunday on La Grande Jatte”. 1884. Oil on canvas. 27 3/4 x 41″ (70.5 x 104.1 cm). The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York. Bequest of Sam A. Lewisohn, 1951Continue reading →
Company Is Halfway To Meeting Its Pledge Goal Of $5M To Support Various Community Organizations
On the eve of the company opening its newest flagship store in New York City (57th Street and Broadway), Nordstrom is proud to announce its continued commitment to supporting the local New York City community through its new partnership with Good+Foundation, a leading nonprofit that works to dismantle multi-generational poverty by pairing donations of goods with innovative services to help low-income families.
Last
year, Nordstrom announced its commitment to give $5 million dollars
to the community of New York City by the end of 2020 through a
combination of enterprise investments and grants. Good+Foundation
is the newest addition to the portfolio, receiving a community grant
of $250,000 to support programmatic work across all five boroughs of
New York. This work will include helping deliver essential items like
cribs, diapers and strollers as well as providing access to family
services like job training, couples counseling and parenting classes
with the long term goal of creating a healthier, safer environment
for parents and children. Nordstrom will also be supporting the
foundation through its 2019 NYC in-store holiday campaign and
more.
“We
believe one of our most important responsibilities as a company is
giving back to the diverse communities where we live and work,”
said Jamie Nordstrom, president of stores. “As we celebrate
the opening of Nordstrom NYC, our Manhattan Flagship store, we are
thrilled to be partnering with Good+Foundation to help improve the
lives of thousands of local children and families.”
Founded
in 2001 in New York City, Good+Foundation partners with
approximately 75 innovative anti-poverty programs in the country,
including 30 partners across all five boroughs. The organization’s
goal is to incentivize parental enrollment and participation in
programs like job training, anger management, healthy relationships
and addressing trauma to improve the outcome for families. With an
annual donation of over $7 million worth of products, Good+Foundation
has earned a 4-star rating on Charity Navigator for the sixth
consecutive year as well as accreditation by the Better Business
Bureau‘sWise Giving Alliance for transparency, efficiency
and operations.
“Good+Foundation
is proud to be part of the philanthropic investment Nordstrom is
making to New York City,” says Jessica Seinfeld,
Good+Foundation president and founder. “Nordstrom is
committed to improving the lives of children and families, and
through this partnership, thousands more fathers and mothers will
receive essential goods like strollers, car seats, diapers and
clothes when they achieve milestones like getting a GED or completing
a parenting class.“
Each
year, Nordstrom donates millions of dollars to hundreds of nonprofit
organizations across the U.S. and Canada,
with the majority of giving focused on organizations and programs
that empower youth, support children and care for families. In 2018,
Nordstrom supported more than 600 organizations and $12M
in
the communities where the company does business. Additional
information on Nordstrom’s charitable giving efforts can be found at
NordstromCares.com.
