Meet 'Arrow' Star Caity Lotz At Wizard World Comic Con Fan Fest Chicago

 

#PopPundit @aaronsagers   It is a big nerdy world out there with no end to the amount of news and tidbits that get our fanboy and fangirl hearts pumping faster than The Flash on a caffeine high. With that said, we compiled our top moments from the past week in geek that you should definitely be talking about. Wizard World's own professional nerd Aaron Sagers has David Tennant, Star Wars, Power Rangers and more in this week's Pop Pundit   . Read more   ...    #conlife     Whether watching a favorite show, taking in a movie, chatting with friends about the hottest song or just enjoying the world of pop culture, fans everywhere are living the #conlife. Let us know about it by adding #conlife to your social media anytime! Here are some of our favorites from the past few days: @GroovyBruce   leads a Conga Line in Cleveland   ... Photographer puts Marvel superheroes in not-so-super situations   ... New 'Batman: Arkham Knight' Trailer Drops   ... ‘Avengers: Age of Ultron’ Poster Assembles Familiar Faces, New Foes   .. Lego Will Arnett   ?... Are you ready for the return of the DuckTales   ?... Viola Davis will be playing Amanda Waller   in 'Suicide Squad'... @BillyBoydActor   makes LOTR fan's Make-A-Wish come true, and then some... 'Daredevil' Teaser   Debuted Wednesday... Stan Lee: real life superhero   to autistic N.Y.C. 8-year-old... Ice-T's — ahem — different 'Dora' impression   ...   #geeklynews   Check out the latest edition of Wizard World's weekly video feature   Geekly News hosted by Billy Patterson!   #wizardworld   Meet 'Arrow' Star Caity Lotz At Wizard World Comic Con Fan Fest Chicago Caity Lotz   , who stars as "Sara Lance/Black Canary" on the hit series "Arrow," will appear at Wizard World Comic Con Fan Fest Chicago Saturday and Sunday, March 7-8. Lotz, also recognized for her role as "Stephanie" on "Mad Men," has also had top billing in the thriller The Pact as well as key roles in Battle of the Year opposite Josh Holloway and MTV's "Death Valley." Also a talented dancer, Lotz appeared with Lady Gaga and Avril Lavigne. See her in her return to Wizard World at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont next month.       Fans Can Submit Comics To CGC and CCS At Wizard World Comic Con Ever wonder how much your comics are really worth? Condition can make a difference of thousands of dollars in the value of a book. The first step is having the book graded, and Wizard World Comic Con attendees have a one-stop shop in respected industry leader CGC   , which will be accepting submissions for regular processing on all service levels. Learn more here   ...       Convention Exclusive: Stan Lee Most Popular Funko POP Figurine at Wizard World According to our friends at ConventionExclusive.com   , the Stan Lee Funko POP figurine is the biggest hit at Wizard World and other pop culture conventions across the country. Here are the top five: 1. Stan Lee 2. Deadpool 3. Harley Quinn 4. Disney Princesses 5. Loki Stop by the Convention Exclusive booth at Wizard World Comic Con Fan Fest (Booth #301). Learn more here   ...       2015 SCHEDULE   ADMISSION   VIP ADMISSION

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Rediscover "The People's Palace" at Chicago Cultural Center Spring Open House, March 6

 

 

REDISCOVER “THE PEOPLE’S PALACE” AT CHICAGO CULTURAL CENTER SPRING OPEN HOUSE, MARCH 6

FREE Chicago Cultural Center Spring Open House offers art, music and more – including a preview of Archibald Motley: Jazz Age Modernist exhibit, WinterDance featuring Charleston and 1920s jazz

  

The Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) will offer a sampling of its FREE (except where noted) spring-summer visual and performing arts programming at the Chicago Cultural Center Spring Open House on Friday, March 6. The public is invited to rediscover “The People’s Palace” and enjoy art, music and more. Building hours will be extended 9 a.m.–9 p.m. to accommodate a full day of events and exhibitions featuring visual artists Alison Ruttan, Ian Weaver, Richard Hunt, Faheem Majeed & Jeremiah Huselbos-Spofford, Adebukola Bodunrin & Mahwish Chishty and Archibald Motley – as part of a preview of the Archibald Motley: Jazz Age Modernist exhibition – plus performances by DJ Mike Dunn, Akvavit Theatre, Storybox Improv Theatre, Cock & Bull Theatre and The Galaxie & The Lake Shore Four – as part of a bonus Chicago WinterDance featuring Charleston lessons and live 1920s jazz music.

“The Spring Open House welcomes residents and visitors of all ages to explore or rediscover the Chicago Cultural Center, one of the city’s crown jewels,” said Michelle T. Boone, Commissioner of the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events. “As is the case every day, the Chicago Cultural Center presents a wide range of free programming on March 6, and the building will be filled with live entertainment and memorable cultural experiences – including a preview of the breathtaking Archibald Motley exhibition, the first retrospective of the American artist’s paintings in two decades.”

For a preview of the ongoing renovation work in Randolph Square and other spaces around the building, including restoration of original mosaic tile floors, the public is invited to join two different Building Tours at 1:15 p.m. (with volunteer docent guide) and 4 p.m. (with Tim Samuelson, Cultural Historian).

Completed in 1897 as Chicago’s first central public library, the Beaux Arts building is home to two magnificent art glass domes, including the world’s largest Tiffany dome. The Chicago Cultural Center is the nation's first and most comprehensive free municipal cultural venue, presenting hundreds of free concerts, dance and theater performances, films, lectures, art exhibitions and family events each year.

CHICAGO CULTURAL CENTER SPRING OPEN HOUSE – SCHEDULE
Friday, March 6 (9 a.m.–9 p.m.)

9 a.m.–9 p.m.  Stand Up for Landmarks! Protests, Posters & Pictures, Landmark Chicago Gallery

9 a.m.–9 p.m.  Alison Ruttan: if all you have is a hammer, everything looks like a nail, Michigan Avenue Galleries

10 a.m.–9 p.m.  Ian Weaver: Black Knights’ Archive, Chapter One: Migration, Chicago Rooms

10 a.m.–9 p.m.  Richard Hunt: Sixty Years of Sculpture, Exhibit Hall

11 a.m.  Juicebox with Storybox Improv Theatre, Preston Bradley Hall

Noon  Wired Fridays with DJ Mike Dunn, Randolph Square

12:15 p.m.  University of Chicago – First Friday Lecture Series: We Must Not Be Afraid to Be Free: The Trials of George Anastaplo, Claudia Cassidy Theater

1–5 p.m.  Open Studio with Faheem Majeed & Jeremiah Huselbos-Spofford, Garland Gallery

1:15 p.m.  Building Tour with Volunteer Docent Guide, Randolph Lobby

2 p.m.  Film Screening: “The Show Must Go On: An Intimate Portrait of The Flying Wallendas,” Claudia Cassidy Theater

3–5 p.m.  Meet the Artists with Adebukola Bodunrin & Mahwish Chishty, Artist Studio

4 p.m.  Building Tour with Tim Samuelson, Cultural Historian, Randolph Lobby

5:30–9 p.m.  Archibald Motley: Jazz Age Modernist – Preview, Sidney R. Yates Gallery

6 p.m.  Archibald Motley: Jazz Age Modernist – Lecture by Dr. Richard J. Powell, Curator, Claudia Cassidy Theater

7:30–9 p.m.  Chicago WinterDance featuring 1920s Charleston and jazz with The Galaxie & The Lake Shore Four, Preston Bradley Hall

7:30 p.m.  Akvavit Theatre: “Blue Planet” by Andri Snær Magnason, $15 via akvavittheatre.org, NOTE LOCATION: Storefront Theater (66 E. Randolph St.)

8 p.m.  Cock & Bull Theatre: “Voyage,” Dance Studio

The Chicago Cultural Center (78 E. Washington St.) offers free entertainment and cultural experiences for residents and visitors year-round. For more information on arts programming and special events at the Chicago Cultural Center presented by the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events and its partners, visit chicagoculturalcenter.org or join the conversation on Facebook (Chicago Cultural Center) and Twitter, @ChiCulturCenter.

The Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) is dedicated to enriching Chicago’s artistic vitality and cultural vibrancy. This includes fostering the development of Chicago’s non-profit arts sector, independent working artists and for-profit arts businesses; providing a framework to guide the City’s future cultural and economic growth, via the 2012 Chicago Cultural Plan; marketing the City’s cultural assets to a worldwide audience; and presenting high-quality, free and affordable cultural programs for residents and visitors.

             
 

March Classes at RayKo (San Francisco,CA)

 

Hey RayKo Fans! There are some exciting workshops this month at RayKo! Start your Spring off right with one of our new photography classes:  Digital Negative to Albumen Studio Fashion Photography and Digital Process Alternative Techniques for the Photographic Darkroom   We also have spaces in these March classes: Hand Processing for Color Film Plastic Camera Class Photoshop: Laptop Users Only Digital Photo, Level 1 Photoshop, Level 1 iPhone Shooting and Processing Scanning & Image Workflow Plastic Camera to Tintype  Wet Plate: In Camera Most of our classes include lab passes that give access to our facilities outside of class meetings. If you register one week before a class starts you will receive $25 off the regular price. If these classes don't fit your schedule, RayKo always offers one-on-one tutoring in a variety of subjects and techniques. Thanks always for your support! Audrey Jones Workshops Coordinator Image by Olivia Browning YOUTH CLASSES AT RAYKO New Section of Summer Camp added on June 15th-19th. This week long class is the perfect way to introduce kids to both digital and darkroom photography. Click here for more info.  Other youth workshops include: Darkroom For Youth  Parent/Child Photography Workshop image by Calafia Sanchez Touze Summer Camper 2014 Like Tweet Forward to Friend Copyright Rayko Photo Center © 2014, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: 428 Third Street, San Francisco, CA 94107

Shaw's Schaumburg Hosts Princesses & Pirates Brunch (Illinois)

 

PRINCESSES AND PIRATES BRUNCH MAKES A RETURN  Back by popular demand, Shaw's Crab House is hosting another most magical Princesses and Pirates Brunch this March. On Sunday, March 15th from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., kids and their parents are invited to Shaw's Schaumburg for a meet-and-greet with their favorite princesses and pirates and a delicious, kid-friendly buffet with shellfish and seafood, traditional breakfast items, and a decadent sweets table. The brunch costs $52 for adult and is free for kids 12 and younger. For more information, please visit www.shawscrabhouse.com .   Shaw's Crab House, a Lettuce Entertain You restaurant, features a 1940s-style take on the seafood dining experience, with retro leather banquets, polished wood floors, and Art Deco touches. The Oyster Bar provides a more casual setting for diners and serves up live music five nights a week at the Chicago location. Shaw's- The King of Crab! For more info, call 312.527.2722 (Chicago) or 847.517.2722 (Schaumburg), visit the website at www.shawscrabhouse.com , tweet with The Shaw's Mermaid at www.twitter.com/shellyfromshaws,or keep up on Facebook at www.facebook.com/shawcrabhouse and www.facebook.com/ShawsCrabHouseSchaumburg.   SHAW'S CRAB HOUSE 1900 E. Higgins Road Schaumburg, IL  60173 847.517.2722  www.shawscrabhouse.com

SENZA Hotel Captures the Essence of Napa Valley Through Arts (California)

At SENZA, guests will encounter an assortment of elegant modern art pieces. With artists from all over the world, no one piece of art is the same, and each has been carefully chosen to cater to the sophisticated traveler offering luxury in a relaxed atmosphere enabling a one of a kind wine country experience.

Artist Zad Roumaya’s work, Baccus, is described as a whimsical human figure abstraction, which exhibits a sense of humor as well as the human condition. Going forward with a similar imaginative feel, guests encounter a bed of tar roses in front of SENZA’s historic Parker Mansion. The artist of the piece Tar Roses, Dennis Oppenheim was an American conceptual artist, performance artist, earth artist, sculptor and photographer, and really encapsulated what it means to be an artist. 

Wanting to truly encapsulate and showcase various pieces of art, guests will find the pieces spread out through the property whether they are headed to one of our 41 guest rooms and suites, or the outdoor pool with cabanas and spectacular vineyard views. Aiming to compliment our guest’s getaway we invite them to relax and take advantage of the many amenities SENZA has to offer.

SENZA wants guests to unwind, and get inspired. They have an impressive collection curated by Virginia Shore, Shore Art Advisory and Patricia Meadows. Additionally, SENZA is owned by Napa power couple, Craig and Kathryn Hall who also own HALL Napa Valley. Kathryn is most known across the globe as being appointed United States Ambassador to Austria during the Clinton Administration. Each property and the Hall’s are nothing short of fabulous!
 

Jarrett Payton Foundation's 2015 "Strike Against Bullying" Celebrity Bowling Event Set for March 5 at Kings Bowl in Rosemont (Illinois)

 

Jarrett Payton Foundation’s 2015 “Strike Against Bullying” Celebrity Bowling Event Set for March 5 at Kings Bowl in Rosemont   Rosemont, Ill.  – The Jarrett Payton Foundation is set to host its first ever “Strike Against Bullying Celebrity Bowling Event” Thursday March 5, 2015 at Kings Bowl, located at 5505 Park Place in Rosemont. This event is expected to grow into an annual gathering where celebrities and the general public come together for a night of great bowling, delicious food and festivities to support a great cause. Proceeds from the event will help fund Jarrett Payton Foundation programs, which include Project: No Bull and the Jarrett Payton Leadership Academy. The Jarrett Payton Foundation’s mission is to positively impact the lives of children and adolescents by creating and providing programs that develop leadership skills and enrich their lives. In support of this mission, Jarrett travels to schools around Chicagoland to spread his anti-bullying message and the Foundation puts on numerous events a year to support this cause. Jarrett will be joined by celebrity guests George McCaskey, Charles “Peanut” Tillman, Jerry Azumah, Rashied Davis, Peggy Kusinski, Ryan Baker, Dionne Miller, John Garcia, David Haugh, David Kaplan, Jim Cornelison, Israel Idonije and Chris Boden, to name a few. In addition to ticket sales and donations, this event is made possible by the generous support of sponsors. Current sponsor commitments include: Associated Agencies, Isi Midwest, LG-PR, Metlife, Millenia Metals, PowerForward DuPage, Tat Cave, Serafin & Associates, Inc, and Sprovieri’s. Limited sponsorships, which include a lane of six bowlers, are still available for this event. Those interested in a sponsorship can learn more on the event page at http://jarrettpayton.org/events   .  “Helping people is my passion and I am beyond grateful that my foundation gives me the opportunity to help kids that were bullied just like I was,” said Payton. “This cause means a lot to me and I hope that we can gather a lot of people to come out in support of something so important for children today." Ticket prices are $50 for General Admission and $100 for VIP. VIP tickets include VIP Reception with Meet and Greet and food. Both General Admission and VIP tickets include: two drink tickets, pizza, upper viewing deck to watch the bowling, and access to celebrity bowlers. Registration for the “Strike Against Bullying Celebrity Bowling Event” is open to the public and can be completed at http://jarrettpayton.org/event/strike-against-bullying/   . About The Jarrett Payton Foundation The Jarrett Payton Foundation is a 501(c)(3) whose mission is to positively impact the lives of children and adolescents by creating and providing programs that develop leadership skills and enrich their lives. The two main programs of The Jarrett Payton Foundation, Project No Bull and The Jarrett Payton Leadership Academy, are dedicated to spreading the sentiment Jarrett’s father repeated to him time and time again: “We are all more similar than we are all different.” For more information, visit http://www.JarrettPayton.org.     About Kings Bowl of America, LLC Kings Bowl first opened its doors in 2002 in the heart of Boston’s Back Bay. From the start, Kings has focused on rekindling the fun and escape of bowling by creating a memorable entertainment experience, emphasizing good food, cold beer, creative cocktails and great music.  Each Kings location features upscale, retro-inspired décor and executive-chef designed menus brought to life by “best-in-industry” service. With varied entertainment options, themed nights and state-of-the-art audio visual equipment, Kings sets itself apart as an unparalleled social scene for all occasions. Whether one is looking to host an unforgettable party, share a superb meal or catch tonight’s big game, Kings is committed to insuring that when you leave, you’ll be planning to return soon to Kings, “The Classy Bowling Joint”! For more information, visit http://www.kingsbowlamerica.com   .

Breitling Unveils New Jet Team American Tour Chronomat 44 Blacksteel Limited Edition Watch

 

 

Limited Edition Timepiece will commemorate the Breitling Jet Team’s First American Tour!

 

  To celebrate the historic first tour of the Breitling Jet Team in North America, Breitling is pleased to unveil the Breitling Jet Team American Tour Chronomat 44 Blacksteel timepiece. In a limited edition of 500 pieces, the new watch has a sleek blacksteel case, onyx black dial, and distinct yellow accents, which mirrors the colors of the Breitling Jet Team’s fleet of L-39 C Albatros Jets. The eye-catching piece befits the world-famous Jet Team, who are known for their precision flying and breathtaking performances. The prestigious aerobatic display team is the first and largest of its kind; comprised of seven L-39 C Albatros jets that can reach speeds of up to 565 mph and 8G acceleration.

 

“The Breitling Jet Team American Tour Chronomat 44 Blacksteel is so special because it reflects what the Breitling Jet Team is about: precision, speed and adrenaline,” said Breitling USA President Thierry Prissert. “The Chronomat is one our most popular models, and the first one that housed Breitling’s in-house movement, so it was a natural fit to do a Chronomat for the Jet Team, who embody Breitling’s spirit of adventure and audacity, as well as our passion for aviation.”

 

The Breitling Jet Team American Tour Chronomat 44 Blacksteel timepiece features the Breitling Jet Team logo on the dial, while the caseback features the Breitling Jet Team American Tour logo in vibrant color with the limited edition numbering. This sleek yet sporty watch is equipped with Breitling’s in-house chronometer-certified Manufacture Breitling Caliber 01 movement and features an exclusive five-year warranty.  Each watch will be accompanied by a limited edition commemorative Breitling Jet Team American Tour coin, which is only available with watch purchase. The limited edition piece will be available exclusively at Breitling Boutiques and select retailers we well as select Air Shows that the Jet Team will perform at throughout North America on the Tour.

 

“The Breitling Jet Team is thrilled to be sharing our passion for flight with North American audiences,” said Breitling Jet Team Leader Jacques Bothelin. “For us that means every performance must be breathtaking; it should convey precision, a mastery of flight, and style. Those same characteristics are embodied in the Breitling Jet Team American Tour Chronomat 44 Blacksteel timepiece.

 

The Breitling Jet Team American tour, which spans 20 airshows throughout the U.S. and Canada in 2015, kicks off at one of the country’s most famous air shows, Sun n’ Fun International Fly-In & Expo, beginning April 21. The team will then make their way up the East Coast, across the Midwest, and down the West Coast. Stops include New York’s Beth Page Air Show at Jones Beach, The Lakefront Milwaukee Air & Water Show, Boeing Seafair Air Show in Seattle, and the National Championship Air Races in Reno. The Breitling Jet Team’s full schedule is available at: http://www.breitling-jet-team.com

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Breitling has deep rooted and privileged ties to aviation that have spanned the brand’s history. Notably, Breitling equipped WWII propeller-driven fighter planes cockpits with on-board chronographs for the Royal Air Force in the 1930’s. In 1952, they launched the legendary Navitimer wrist chronograph featuring a circular slide rule, which could perform all navigation-related calculation and has been continuously manufactured for over 60 years – the world’s oldest and most iconic mechanical chronograph still in production. Additionally, Breitling has enjoyed longstanding collaborations with some of the world’s greatest flight teams, including the U.S. Navy Blue Angles and U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds, as well as the famous Frecce Tricolori Italian elite flight team, for whom Breitling developed the original Chronomat in 1984. 

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