The holidays are almost upon us, but for Amazon, the deals don’t stop on December 25. Generous sales on tech (most live now) will run until ...
The holidays are almost upon us, but for Amazon, the deals don’t stop on December 25. Generous sales on tech (most live now) will run until January 6, including Amazon Devices, Alexa Voice Service products, and streaming/game subscriptions.
These deals are perfect for a last-minute gift guide or belated Christmas present ideas – especially for the tech lover.
The Echo products easily connect to create multi-room music capabilities, sync calendars and to-do lists, and even link with a Fire TV Stick to create a surround sound theater experience, making Amazon Devices a stress-free gift option.
AMAZON DEVICE DEALS: (Now until 12/29)
Echo Dot with Clock: Save $25, just $34.99
Echo Dot: Save $25, just $24.99
Echo Show 8: Save $50, just $79.99
Echo Show 5: Save $30, just $59.99
Echo Input: Save $25, just $9.99
Echo: Save $20, just $79.99
Fire TV Stick 4K with Alexa Voice Remote: Save $15, just $34.99
ALEXA VOICE SERVICE DEALS: (Now until 12/30)
Bose QC35ii Headphones with Alexa voice control: Save $50, just $299
Bose Homespeaker 500 with Alexa voice control: Save $100, just $299
DIGITAL/APP/GAME DEALS: (12/23 – 1/6)
Showtime: 50% off subscription price for the first 3 months
Sega Classics: $4.99 (reduced from $14.99) *Note Fire TV only
Boomerang: 50% off subscription price for the first 3 months
If you have a budding artist, a crafter, fiber arts lover or just want to delve into one of your favorite hobbies or discover a hidden talen...
If you have a budding artist, a crafter, fiber arts lover or just want to delve into one of your favorite hobbies or discover a hidden talent, check out these books.
Add some yarn and needles to the fiber arts books, some paints and brushes for the art/drawing books or create a starter kit with some beads for the Jewelry titles for a fantastic and well-rounded gift.
BOOKS FOR ART & DRAWING
HOW TO DRAW WITHOUT TALENT (North Light Books; Nov. 26, 2019) — Want to draw but don't think you have the talent? This book is for you--no experience or formal training required! Danny Gregory, co-founder of the popular online Sketchbook Skool, shows you how to get started making art for pleasure with fun, easy lessons. Get started fast with just a pen and paper, learn to see your subject with new eyes, and enjoy the creative process.
DRAW GREAT CHARACTERS by Beverly Johnson (Search Press Ltd; Oct. 31, 2019) — is packed with scores of fun exercises that will really motivate young beginner artists who are just getting interested in drawing for animation, comic book art, or just for pleasure. In a series of beginner-friendly exercises, she explores how to conceptualize wonderful, convincing characters and shows how to translate ideas into great professional-looking drawings.
PLAYING WITH PAINTS—WATERCOLOR: 100 Prompts, Projects and Playful Activities by Sara Funduk (North Light Books; Dec. 10, 2019) — Get creative expressing yourself with watercolor paint by focusing on having fun and getting to know this versatile medium. More than 100 lessons help those who have never picked up a paintbrush before enjoy the pleasure of watercolor.
PLAYING WITH PAINTS—ACRYLICS: 100 Prompts, Projects and Playful Activities by Courtney Burden (North Light Books; July 2, 2019) — Break the rules and explore acrylic paint in a free and fun way. This book encourages you to get over the fear of the blank canvas and the anxiety over the outcome so you can focus on the process of painting and the pure joy of creating. Whether you're a novice who doesn't know how to get started or a classical painter looking to try something new, you will benefit from the activities in this book, which range from quick, messy and expressive exercises to relaxing and meditative paintings.
BOOKS FOR JEWELRY MAKING
50 BEADED BRACELETS: Step-by-Step Techniques for Beautiful Beadwork Designs by Tammy Honaman (Interweave; July 2, 2019) — Discover Beadwork magazine's most popular designs! This gorgeous guide is a must-have for aspiring and experienced jewelry artists alike. Featuring projects for all skill levels, 50 Beaded Bracelets showcases the top techniques and styles from one of the country's most beloved beading magazines.
50 BEADED EARRINGS: Step-by-Step Techniques for Beautiful Beadwork Designs by Tammy Honaman (Interweave; Dec. 10, 2019) — In this ultimate collection, the team at Interweave has pulled together your favorite must-stitch earring designs into one essential resource, which features: Bite-sized projects that allow you to learn new beadweaving techniques without a huge time commitment; Fully illustrated step-by-step instructions for projects that range from beginner-friendly to expertly designed; and more
NEW WIRE CROCHET JEWELRY: 17 Elegant Invisible Spool Snitting Designs by Yael Falk (Interweave; Dec 10, 2019) — Wire Crochet Jewelry is your new, must-have guide to creating smart, sophisticated designs jewelry with hook and wire. Beautiful crochet jewelry can be made of thread or yarn, of course, but you really expand your options when you learn to crochet with wire and beads.
BOOKS FOR KNITTING/FIBER ARTS
KNITS FROM THE GREENHOUSE: Knitting Patters for Plant-Based Fibers by Cornelia Bartlette (Interweave; November 19, 2019) — The properties of plant-based yarns--cotton, linen, hemp, and others--are unique, naturally. They don't behave the same as wool yarns; to show off their best characteristics you need the right project. Knits from the Greenhouse is here to help you cultivate these fibers into beautiful finished designs.
100 KNITS: Interweave’s Ultimate Pattern Collection by Interweave Editors (Interweave; October 2, 2019) — Page after page of knitting patterns are at your fingertips with 100 Knits, giving you a nearly endless supply of projects you'll be excited to cast on. From hats to shawls, cardigans to tanks and tees, explore a massive variety of Interweave's most popular knitting patterns all in one source! In this ultimate knitting pattern collection you'll discover:
THE KNITTER’S DICTIONARY: Knitting Know-How from A-to-Z by Kate Atherley (Interweave; Sept 2018) - From "alt" to "yrn," knitting patterns have a unique language of abbreviations and knitting techniques. The Knitter's Dictionary is your comprehensive resource to understanding the language of knitting in a quick-reference guide that no knitting bag should be without. For beginner and skilled knitters alike, the Knitter's Dictionary puts an expert knitting instructor in the palm of your hands to help you navigate any pattern.
MY STITCHES: A Knitter’s Journal (Interweave Editors; Dec. 24, 2019) — Journal your way through your knitting projects! The act of knitting is a deeply personal and creative one. With long lengths of yarn, needles, and pattern in hand, we spend hours, weeks, months, and even years making for ourselves and loved ones. Whether alone or with friends, around those moments and projects a great deal of life happens, too.
To get a peek into the world of the Downton Abbey, I attended a pop-up experience for the Downton Abbey film at Amazon Books. It was so posh...
To get a peek into the world of the Downton Abbey, I attended a pop-up experience for the Downton Abbey film at Amazon Books. It was so posh!
Note: I was invited as media to this event and will receive the Downton Abbey Movie Blu-ray for review. Any personal views expressed are always 100% my own.
There was so much to do during the Downton Abbey/ Amazon Book Pop-Up Experience. Of course I made sure to do all.the.things. including:
Taking photos with the staff in Downton Abbey historical costumes.....
Checking out some of the Downton Abbey decor and guest takeaways inside the pop-up.....
Getting a personalized bookmark.....with my name handwritten in calligraphy!
and at the end getting a gift bag with Republic Of Tea and other Downton Abbey film prizes.
The whole experience gave me a very cool peek into living during the Downton Abbey time period. While the pop up experience is over, I can still experience life in the Downton Abbey world now that the film will be available on Blu-ray, DVD and On Demand
Downton Abbey | Trailer | Own it 11/26 on Digital, 12/17 on Blu-ray & DVD
DOWNTON ABBEY, welcomes fans back for a spectacular homecoming on Digital November 26, 2019 and on Blu-ray™, DVD and On Demand on December 17, 2019 from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment.
With a broad variety of bonus features, including exclusive conversations with the cast, deleted scenes and a series recap that whisks audiences away to a world of grandeur.
The motion picture will also be available in a Deluxe Limited Edition, featuring the Blu-ray Disc, DVD, and Digital Code, presented in exclusive packaging along with a collectible photo book and recipe cards. Available only while supplies last, this special offering is the must-own gift for any Downton Abbey fan or to add to your own collection.
Based on Carnival Films’ Emmy® award-winning television series, the feature DOWNTON ABBEY sees the original cast return, alongside a host of newcomers. The film chronicles the Crawley family one year after the conclusion of the series, as they prepare for the most important moment of their lives: an impending visit from the Royal Family.
Join the glitz, glamour and spectacle as the special visit unleashes scandal, romance and intrigue on the fan-favorite family and its staff members.
BLU-RAY, DVD & DIGITAL BONUS FEATURES:
Deleted Scenes
Cast Conversations – Exclusive roundtable interviews with the cast.
Upstairs Cast
Downstairs Cast
The Royal Visit – A look at how the royal visit proved to be an ambitious event both on and behind the camera.
True to the Twenties – Fans of DOWNTON ABBEY are charmed by the sheer grandeur of the aristocracy in the early 20th century. Learn how DOWNTON ABBEY maintains a reputation of being true to the time period.
Welcome to Downton Abbey – A behind-the-scenes look at the grandeur of Highclere Castle and how it serves as a cornerstone in the Downton Abbey franchise.
The Brilliance of Julian Fellowes – Writer Julian Fellowes has created a story and beloved characters that resonate with people across the world. This piece celebrates Julian’s brilliant creativity and reveals his approach to bringing Downton Abbey to the big screen.
Downton Abbey Series Recap* – Whether you’re new or just need a refresher, this series recap will catch you up on the story so far.
Feature Commentary with Director Michael Engle
The film comes from the series screenwriter and producer Julian Fellowes, and producers Gareth Neame and Liz Trubridge.
To learn more, visit - www.uni.pictures/DowntonAbbey
Looking for pulse-pounding thriller? Then watch NIGHT HUNTER, now available on Digital, On Demand and Blu-ray/ DVD October from Paramount Ho...
Looking for pulse-pounding thriller? Then watch NIGHT HUNTER, now available on Digital, On Demand and Blu-ray/ DVD October from Paramount Home Entertainment.
Note: I received product sample for review purpose. Personal views expressed are 100% my own.
I received the Night Hunter Blu-ray and was surprised how much I enjoy the film. At first I thought it would be the basic cop versus villains story-line but Night Hunter offered some great twist that took this film to another level.
So here are 3 Reasons to Watch Night Hunter
Team Dark Duo
The semi team up of Henry Cavill and Ben Kingsley really worked for the story-line. While it wasn't a buddy partnership, the fact that they both wanted to catch the villain made the story-line interesting. While Cavill character detective Marshall was dark, Ben Kingsley as the vigilante judge really caught your attention. You'll be amazed how much you enjoy a dark side of bad cop and badder judge.
Interesting Villain(s)
Usually for these types of films we can figure out who the bad guy is and why he's doing all the bad things. But in Night Hunter, the bad guy is both who you think he is and also is not. And that makes such an amazing twist you won't see coming.
Unexpected Twist and Turns
There's lots of unexpected twists with various characters that make you want to watch Night Hunter till the end. Then again to catch all the clues you didn't see the first time.
SYNOPSIS
When police detective Marshall (Henry Cavill) and local vigilante Cooper (Ben Kingsley) arrest a serial killer targeting women, they discover his game has just begun. The hunt is on as the murderer masterminds a series of deadly attacks from behind bars.
Now in a desperate race against time, Marshall and Cooper fight to stay one step ahead of their suspect’s deadly plan.
Also starring Alexandra Daddario (“True Detective”) and Golden Globe winner** Stanley Tucci, NIGHT HUNTER is an action-packed thriller that will shock you at every turn.
The NIGHT HUNTER Blu-ray includes access to a Digital copy of the film.
Lee®, has launched "Shape Illusions", an innovative collection using strategically placed seams, shading and contouring to lift, l...
Lee®, has launched "Shape Illusions", an innovative collection using strategically placed seams, shading and contouring to lift, lengthen, and conceal to flatter every body shape,regardless of size.
Combining the Power of Perception, Science and Design
Shape Illusions harnesses the principles of vision science: what the eye sees and doesn't see. Each piece is designed with a 360° approach: precisely shaded and contoured using patterns created by nano laser technology and constructed with strategic seams, pocket placement, and draping fabrics.
Lee Riders Shape Illusions Side Panel Bootcut Jean - $29.99
Lee Riders Shape Illusions Long Sleeve Sweetheart Neck Pullover Shirt - Plus $24.99
Lee Riders Shape Illusions Button Front Denim Jacket - $35.99
The launch of Shape Illusions demonstrates the Lee® brand's continued commitment to harnessing innovative technology to create products that feature trend-setting design and unsurpassed quality for all ages, body types and across multiple price points.
The Shape Illusions collection features products from size 4 to 24 in bottoms, and XS to XXXL in tops. Bottoms will retail between $25 and $30, with tops priced between $15 and $25. Available under the Lee Riders banner at Walmart stores this fall and online at Walmart.com and Lee.com.
In honor of National Coffee Day (Sunday, September 29), Mr. Coffee® is celebrating with three new coffeemakers: Mr. Coffee® Occasions, Mr. C...
In honor of National Coffee Day (Sunday, September 29), Mr. Coffee® is celebrating with three new coffeemakers: Mr. Coffee® Occasions, Mr. Coffee® HotCup and Mr. Coffee® Dishwashable* 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker.
Enjoy clean great tasting coffee with the Mr. Coffee® Dishwashable* 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker ($39.99-$54.99) featuring an easy to clean dishwashable design.
Brew clean coffee with an easy to clean dishwashable design that allows the top half of the coffeemaker and all parts in contact with coffee and water to be fully cleaned. Simple to take apart and reassemble to the base. Includes Brew Now and Brew Later Options for coffee when you want it and Grab-a-Cup Auto Pause lets you grab a cup before the brew finishes.
Enjoy great taste with less waste with the Mr. Coffee® HotCup($79.99) Pod-Free Single Serve Brewer.
Rediscover the joy of hot, delicious full-bodied coffee at home. Features kettle-heating technology to heat water to the optimal brewing temperature and a unique water flow system and cone-style filtration to extract the richest flavors. Includes an easy measuring coffee scoop and a large 74 oz. illuminated water tank to hold enough water to brew up to 12 cups of coffee. Compatible with #2 paper cone filters to make clean-up a breeze.
Be prepared for any coffee occasion with the Mr. Coffee® Occasions ($199.99-$229.99) All-in-One System
Brew the best of all worlds with one amazing system: full pots of drip coffee, single serve pod beverages, and rich, authentic espresso-based drinks. A built-in milk frothing wand creates a wide range of delicious coffeehouse drinks including rich lattes and cappuccinos. Features a 15-bar espresso pump, 10-cup thermal carafe, removable water reservoir and accommodates travel mugs up to 7" high.
The coffeemakers are available at retailers nationwide including Target, Amazon, Best Buy, Meijer, HEB and Walmart.com.
Nintendo's "Ring Fit Adventure" is a unique video-game that introduces an all-new way to game and stay physically active. ...
Nintendo's "Ring Fit Adventure" is a unique video-game that introduces an all-new way to game and stay physically active.
Ring Fit Adventure includes two new fun Switch accessories that require physical, real-world movements from players. Together using the Ring-Con and Leg Strap, players can jog in place, squat, press and flex to either quest through the game in Adventure mode or play shorter games in Quick Play mode.
Players explore an expansive world, battling enemies along the way using real-life exercises to perform in-game attacks. The Ring-Con and Leg Strap accessories (included with the game) respond to real-world movements, allowing the game to turn them into in-game actions, like jogging in place to move your character through the world using the attached Leg Strap, or squeezing the Ring-Con and turning that strength exercise into powerful attacks.
By playing the game daily, players can regularly work out various parts of their bodies. With additional mini-games and workout routines, Ring Fit Adventure is a fun experience for players of various skill levels and lifestyles.
A closer look at the new experience for Nintendo Switch
Outside of the main adventure, Quick Play mode is a great way to enjoy Ring Fit Adventure in shorter bursts, allowing players to jump in and out of play. This lets everyone enjoy a quick workout in different ways, like taking turns with friends and family attempting the same mini-games to compete for high scores. Mini-games cover a wide range of activities, from breaking boxes with gusts of air triggered by the Ring-Con to shaping pottery by performing squats.
Other modes like Simple and Set offer additional ways to work out.
“Simple” lets players choose exercises they want to work on, and perform them individually. High scores are recorded so everyone can challenge their personal bests.
“Set” provides linked sequences of different exercises designed around a theme or a particular body part. This mode is a great way to target a muscle group the player wants to focus on, like legs, shoulders, lower body or core.
The game even includes a “Silent” mode for people who live in an upstairs apartment or don’t want to make a lot of noise. By activating this mode, jogging-style exercises are swapped out for ones that are a little quieter, allowing players to keep their legs active without a heavy impact on the floor.
Ring Fit Adventure, which includes the game and Ring-Con and Leg Strap accessories, will launch for Nintendo Switch on Oct. 18 at a suggested retail price of $79.99*.
To learn more about Ring Fit Adventure, visit www.ringfitadventure.nintendo.com
Disney’s “Aladdin,” the thrilling live-action adaptation of the animated classic, is now available on Digital HD, 4K Ultra HD and Movies Any...
Disney’s “Aladdin,” the thrilling live-action adaptation of the animated classic, is now available on Digital HD, 4K Ultra HD and Movies Anywhere, along with the physical release on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray and DVD.
Fans of all ages will enjoy the exciting, humorous tale of the lovable “street rat,” Aladdin (Mena Massoud), courageous and self-determined Princess Jasmine (Naomi Scott) and the larger-than-life Genie (Will Smith) with all-new bonus features.
Extras explore elements of “Aladdin” that audiences adore, from the film’s treasured, iconic award- winning music to its beloved characters and their hilarious antics on and off screen. Viewers get the first look at an all-new song “Desert Moon,” deleted from the final film, written by eight-time Academy Award® winning composer Alan Menken and Oscar®-and Tony Award®-winning songwriters Benj Pasek and Justin Paul (“The Greatest Showman,” “La La Land”).
Features document Guy Ritchie’s joyful, easy-going approach to directing that led to movie magic; Will Smith’s fresh take on the infamous shape-shifting blue entity confined to an oil lamp; Naomi Scott’s powerful performance as the spirited princess who yearns to lead the people of Agrabah; and the indescribable feeling of playing Aladdin chronicled personally by Mena Massoud. Deleted scenes and a blooper reel round out the fun.
Bonus features include*:
DIGITAL PRESELL BONUS:
MAKE WAY FOR PRINCE ALI – Take a look at the gigantic design extravaganza that came together for this scene of Genie-sized proportions.
DIGITAL EXCLUSIVE BONUS:
“SPEECHLESS”: CREATING A NEW SONG FOR JASMINE – Follow the story of Jasmine’s inspirational song “Speechless,” written by Alan Menken, Benj Pasek and Justin Paul especially for this version of “Aladdin.”
BLU-RAY & DIGITAL BONUS:
ALADDIN’S VIDEO JOURNAL: A NEW FANTASTIC POINT OF VIEW - Watch behind-the-scenes moments captured by Mena Massoud (Aladdin) in this fun, fast-paced look at his personal journey.
DELETED SONG – “DESERT MOON” - Experience a moving duet performed by Jasmine and Aladdin, fully shot and edited, with an introduction by Alan Menken.
GUY RITCHIE: A CINEMATIC GENIE - Discover why director Guy Ritchie was the perfect filmmaker to tackle this exhilarating reimagining of a beloved classic.
A FRIEND LIKE GENIE – Discover how Will Smith brings talent, experience and his own personal magic to the iconic role of Genie.
DELETED SCENES
Falling Petals Into OJ
Jafar’s Magic Orrery
Anders’ Gift
Wrong Wishes
Silly Old Fool
Post Yam Jam Debrief
BLOOPERS – Laugh along with the cast and crew in this lighthearted collection of outtakes from the set.
MUSIC VIDEOS
“Speechless” – Music video performed by Naomi Scott
“A Whole New World” – Music video performed by ZAYN and Zhavia Ward
“ A Whole New World” (“Un Mundo Ideal”) – Music video performed by ZAYN and Becky G.
To learn more, visit - www.movies.disney.com/Aladdin-2019
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As the season changes from Summer to Fall/Winter, does your hands appear rough, wrinkled and uneven? Borghese and ManiGlovz have teamed up ...
As the season changes from Summer to Fall/Winter, does your hands appear rough, wrinkled and uneven? Borghese and ManiGlovz have teamed up to give hands the TLC they deserve with an age defying duo to help minimize fine lines and discoloration while also preventing UV damage.
This set features a full-sized Borghese Fango Uniforme Brightening Mud Mask for Face and Body and ManiGlovz, a glove that acts as a UPF 50+ UV blocking protectant to wear while driving and also a shield against the harmful UV and LED rays during gel manicures or the drying lamps during regular manicures.
Borghese Fango Uniforme Brightening Mud Mask for Face and Body
For hands that deserve a round of applause, apply a thick layer of mud to the backs of each hand and let it sit for 5 minutes. Rinse with warm water and a washcloth. A blend of extracts, including Birch Bark Extract, helps even skin tone and smooth skin, while Safflower Oil softens and soothes. Use 1-2 times a week or as needed.
ManiGlovz – UV Protective Manicure Gloves
ManiGlovz, a new statement making fashion accessory, offers a glove that acts as a UPF 50+ UV protective sunblock. These gloves, offered in a myriad of stylish designs, can be used to protect from the harmful UV and LED rays during gel manicures or the drying lamps during regular manicures. With the powerful material that embodies ManiGlovz, they are also perfect to protect hands post laser or cosmetic treatments and great for driving as well.
The Borghese + ManiGlovz Limited Edition Set is available for $55 ($72 Value) online at www.Borghese.com and www.ManiGlovz.com
The Animated Classic “Aladdin” joins the Walt Disney Signature Collection on Digital, 4K Ultra HD and Movies Anywhere, as well as 4K Ultra H...
The Animated Classic “Aladdin” joins the Walt Disney Signature Collection on Digital, 4K Ultra HD and Movies Anywhere, as well as 4K Ultra HD and Blu-ray.
The Signature Collection Edition invites every member of the family to join Genie, Aladdin and Jasmine to belt out the unforgettable songs from “Aladdin” — such as “A Whole New World,” “Friend Like Me” and “Prince Ali” — through a new sing-along version.
Other fresh features include a walkdown memory lane with Scott Weinger (speaking voice of Aladdin) as he reflects on his personal journey portraying the diamond in the rough and meeting with the original cast and filmmakers, and one jump into the recording booth during the original recording sessions.
Digital exclusive features legendary animator Eric Goldberg reminiscing about drawing Genie. Also included are hours of classic bonus gems, from hilarious outtakes with the legendary Robin Williams (voice of Genie) to an in-depth discussion with directors John Musker and Ron Clements.
“Aladdin” is the 10th title to join the Walt Disney Signature Collection, which includes groundbreaking films created or inspired by the imagination and legacy of Walt Disney, featuring timeless stories and characters that have touched generations. The film takes its place alongside “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs,” “Beauty and the Beast,” “Pinocchio,” “Bambi,” “The Lion King,” “Lady and the Tramp,” “Peter Pan,” “The Little Mermaid” and “Cinderella.”
BONUS FEATURES ON BLU-RAY & DIGITAL: *
NEW BONUS
Sing Along With the Movie – Sing along to your favorite tunes as you watch the film. With magical on-screen lyrics.
Aladdin on Aladdin – Join the speaking voice of Aladdin, Scott Weinger (“Fuller House”), as he reflects on almost 30 years of being Aladdin.
“Let’s Not Be Too Hasty”: The Voices of “Aladdin” – Take your seat in the recording booth and watch as the voice actors of “Aladdin” work their microphone magic.
Alternate Endings – Enter the realm of “what if” and see just how differently the movie could have ended.
DIGITAL EXCLUSIVE
Drawing Genie – Join prolific animator Eric Goldberg as he draws and reminices about the Genie.
CLASSIC BONUS – Revisit over 40 exciting bonus features from previous releases including:
The Genie Outtakes
“Aladdin”: Creating Broadway Magic
Unboxing “Aladdin”
To learn more, visit - www.movies.disney.com/Aladdin
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This summer make sure to catch one of The Brooklyn Bridge Park Conservancy waterfront fitness classes in Brooklyn Bridge Park photo cre...
This summer make sure to catch one of The Brooklyn Bridge Park Conservancy waterfront fitness classes in Brooklyn Bridge Park
photo credit: Etienne Frossard for Brooklyn Bridge Park Conservancy
New in 2019, The Class by Taryn Toomey will come to Pier 2 Turf. The Class is a music-driven, mat-based practice of self-study through physical conditioning.
Dodge YMCA instructors will present several free outdoor fitness classes all summer long, including Sunset Yoga, Salsa classes, Zumba, Hip Hop Dance Aerobics, Pilates and more. Sunrise Yoga will be presented by Abhaya Yoga. The classes offer a scenic waterfront view and are led by top-notch instructors.
FITNESS & RECREATION SCHEDULE:
The Class with Taryn Toomey: Wednesdays, June 12, July 10, August 7, 7:00 PM, Pier 2 Turf
Broadway Dance with Dodge YMCA: Mondays, June 3 – August 26, 10:00 AM, Pier 2
Hip Hop Dance Aerobics with Dodge YMCA: Fridays, July 12 – August 23, 7:00 PM, Pier 6
Pilates with Dodge YMCA: Tuesdays, June 11 – August 20, 7:00 PM, Pier 3
Salsa with Dodge YMCA: Mondays, June 3 – July 22, 6:30 PM, Pier 6
Sunrise Yoga with Abhaya Yoga: Mondays, June 3 – August 26, 7:30 AM, Pier 6
Sunset Yoga with Dodge YMCA: Wednesdays, June 12 – August 14, 7:00 PM, Pier 3
Zumba with Dodge YMCA: Sundays, June 9 – August 18, 4:30 PM, Pier 2
Take home Long Shot, now available on Digital and on Blu-ray Combo Pack (plus DVD and Digital), DVD, and On Demand from Lionsgate, and laugh...
Take home Long Shot, now available on Digital and on Blu-ray Combo Pack (plus DVD and Digital), DVD, and On Demand from Lionsgate, and laugh along with exclusive featurettes, featuring hilarious behind-the-scenes moments never before seen.
Additionally, the Blu-ray Combo Pack features Dolby Atmos® audio mixed specifically for the home, to place and move audio anywhere in the room, including overhead. Long Shot will be available on Blu-ray™ Combo Pack ($39.99) and DVD ($29.95).
SYNOPSIS
Seth Rogen stars as Fred Flarsky, a hard-partying journalist who’s got it bad for Charlotte Field (Charlize Theron), his first crush turned presidential candidate. After Charlotte hires Fred as a speechwriter, he is a fish out of water on her elite team. But sparks fly as he turns her on to a wild new world of raging parties, secret rendezvous, and hilarious rule-breaking.
Sparks fly between comedy superstar Seth Rogen (Knocked Up, This Is the End) and Academy Award® winner Charlize Theron (2003, Best Actress, Monster)
Also starring O’Shea Jackson, Jr. (Straight Outta Compton), Andy Serkis (Black Panter, Planet of the Apes), June Diane Raphael (TV’s “Grace and Frankie,” TV’s “New Girl”), Lisa Kudrow (TV’s “Friends”), with Bob Odenkirk (TV’s “Breaking Bad,” TV’s “Better Call Saul”), and Alexander Skarsgård (TV’s “Big Little Lies,” TV’s “True Blood”).
From the celebrated team of Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg, creators of outrageous comedy hits including Sausage Party and Neighbors franchise, director Jonathan Levine, and co-written for the screen by Dan Sterling and Liz Hannah, screenwriter of the Academy Award®-nominated The Post (2017, Best Picture).
BLU-RAY / DVD/ DIGITAL SPECIAL FEATURES
“All’s Fair in Love & Politics: Making Long Shot” Featurette
“Seven Minutes in Heaven: Seth + Charlize Uncensored” Featurette
“Secret Weapons” Featurette
“Epic Flarsky Falls” Featurette
“Prime Minister Steward O-Rama” Featurette
“Hanging with Boyz II Men” Featurette
“Just Kinda Crushing It!” Featurette
“The First Mister: A Portrait” Featurette
“An Imperfect Union” Featurette
“Love & Politics” Featurette
“Friends Like These” Featurette
To learn more, visit - www.lionsgate.com/movies/long-shot
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Tackling the issues of women in a male dominated industry isn't an easy thing. But after attending a screening for Mindy Kaling's LA...
Tackling the issues of women in a male dominated industry isn't an easy thing. But after attending a screening for Mindy Kaling's LATE NIGHT, I have to say the film does it smoothly with both story telling and great fashion!
Note: I was invited as media to the screening. Any personal views expressed are always 100% my own.
Learn more about this Amazon Studios film, now in theaters nationwide.
The Idea Behind "Late Night" Story-line
Late Night - Featurette: Women in Comedy | Amazon Studios
Much like the character Katherine Newberry in Late Show, actor, writer and producer Mindy Kaling is an entertainment industry pioneer. Now, Mindy has channeled her own career experiences into her first feature screenplay, which takes a behind-the scenes look at the world of television comedy.
As a college intern, Kaling got an up-close-and-personal view of late-night comedy on “Late Night With Conan O’Brien.” She decided this male-dominated world would be a natural backdrop for a film, with one important “what if.”
“So much of television, in particular late night, is about exceptionalism,” says Kaling. “Sadly, there hasn’t been a female late-night talk show host on any big network since Joan Rivers’ show in the 1980s, which lasted less than a year. During award seasons I can’t help but notice how few women there are even on any of their staffs. In our story, Katherine was able to rise up through the ranks and become the exception to the rule.”
Choosing Emma Thompson
Kaling imagined a female stand-up whose blazing intellect, unstoppable energy and provocative humor would provide young women interested in comedy with a role model.
As it happens, her own personal hero, Academy Award-winning actress and writer Emma Thompson, began performing as a sketch comedian and quickly segued into what she has called “militant feminist” stand-up comedy. Before becoming a world-renowned dramatic actress, Thompson hosted a comedy-variety television show in the U.K.
Knowing Thompson would be perfect for the role, Kaling tailored it specifically for her.
Like Kaling, Thompson is a writer as well as an actor and is famously the only person ever to receive Oscars for both, winning Best Adapted Screenplay for Sense and Sensibility and Best Actress for Howards End. “Emma Thompson is my favorite living actor,” says Kaling. “She’s one of the rare movie stars who can be hilarious but is also incredible at drama. For this role, she had to do both. I had my agents send it to her and she wrote back saying, ‘We have to make this movie!’”
Emma Thompson as Katherine Newberry
Thompson says, “I was astonished and honored that she had written it with me in mind. The quality of the script is extraordinary".
Thompson believes the film accurately conveys women’s standing in the world of comedy. Pointing to the examples of brilliant comediennes like Victoria Wood, French and Saunders, Lily Tomlin, Carol Burnett, Rita Rudner, Tina Fey and more, Thompson says she has trouble understanding why she still hears people says women aren’t funny.
The Fashion of "Late Night"
Costume designer Mitchell Travers and production designer Elizabeth J. Jones agreed on a precise look for Katherine’s wardrobe, one based on the Art Deco details already planned for the set.
“We looked at iconic women in comedy to see what worked for them and arrived at a menswear-inspired silhouette,” Travers recalls. “Emma is someone who loves to come in and get her feet wet in the fitting room, so I gave her a sandbox to play in. We had lots of options for her to try out, and she would throw on a jacket and try a bit in the mirror.
If it worked, we expanded on it. The cool thing about the menswear of that era is all the little elements that could then be incorporated into the sets, the furniture, the drapes, the backgrounds.”
In general, Thompson’s wardrobe is very safe, notes Travers. She is clad in old standards in conservative navy, charcoal and cream. “Then toward the middle of the film, we wanted it to feel like maybe somebody is styling her and bringing her up to date. It starts to get more interesting and we get into greens and reds that would have been foreign to her at the beginning of our film.”
Kaling is a well-known fashionista, and Molly’s wardrobe also evolves over time, going from suburban casual to a much more exciting and glamorous look, says Travers, reflecting the aspiring writer’s growing confidence.
“She starts to feel like she is a woman wielding power in the workplace,” he explains. “Suddenly, she doesn’t have to obey as many rules. Mindy loves clothing and the two of us can talk about it forever. It’s great to work with someone so knowledgeable about designers, the cut of a garment, the fabric. She was really involved, which was a blessing, because we could work in tandem.”
The Message Behind "Late Night"
The themes Late Night explores are timely and important, Apfelbaum continues, but it is also an aspirational comedy. “As viewers we want Molly to succeed, we want Katherine to succeed, even though they’re both very flawed,” she says. “Katherine learns so much from Molly about being open and trusting her instincts. Molly learns about skill and hard work and earning your spot at the table from Katherine. They really do need each other in this very interesting way.”
Late Night also has a serious message about the importance of women supporting each other, Ganatra adds. “We can be our own worst enemies and hold each other back more than any man,”says the director. “Or we can be our biggest champions. The problem with being a groundbreaker is that the ground is really hard! The whole point is making it easier for the next person and the next generation.”
SYNOPSIS
Katherine Newbury (Emma Thompson) is a pioneer and legendary host on the late-night talk-show circuit. When she’s accused of being a “woman who hates women,” she puts affirmative action on the to-do list, and—presto!—Molly (Mindy Kaling) is hired as the one woman in Katherine’s all-male writers’ room.
But Molly might be too little too late, as the formidable Katherine also faces the reality of low ratings and a network that wants to replace her. Molly, wanting to prove she’s not simply a diversity hire who’s disrupting the comfort of the brotherhood, is determined to help Katherine by revitalizing her show and career—and possibly effect even bigger change at the same time.
Late Night - Final Trailer | Amazon Studios
Starring Emma Thompson, Mindy Kaling, Max Casella, Hugh Dancy, John Lithgow, Denis O’Hare, Reid Scott and Amy Ryan
Directed by Nisha Ganatra
Written by, Produced by and Starring Mindy Kaling
Movie enthusiasts and horror fans alike can watch "US" again and again to unravel its darkest secrets when the global sensation ar...
Movie enthusiasts and horror fans alike can watch "US" again and again to unravel its darkest secrets when the global sensation arrives on Digital on June 4, 2019, as well as on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, DVD and On Demand on June 18, 2019.
Academy Award® winner Jordan Peele follows the success of his blockbuster hit, GET OUT, with the masterfully executed and viscerally terrifying US. Fans around the world can now untether the truth with more than 50 minutes of bonus features delving deep into the mind of Jordan Peele, his filmmaking process and the symbolism behind US.
Learn more about the key themes and imagery from "US" as they get unpacked and explained in bonus content such as The Duality of US featurette, where Jordan Peele talks in-depth about many of the ideas behind the film.
SYNOPSIS
Doppelgängers. Hands Across America. The Nutcracker. Rabbits. 11:11. "US" features incredible must-see performances from Academy Award® winner Lupita Nyong’o (Black Panther, 12 Years a Slave), Winston Duke (Black Panther), Emmy® winner Elisabeth Moss (“The Handmaid’s Tale,” “Mad Men”) and Tim Heidecker (The Comedy, “Tim & Eric’s Bedtime Stories”).
Set along the North California coastline, Adelaide Wilson (Nyong’o) reluctantly returns to her beachside childhood home with her family and finds that she is haunted by unresolved trauma from her past along with a string of eerie coincidences. As darkness falls after a tense day at the beach, the Wilsons discover four figures standing in their driveway. They soon realize this is only the beginning of their troubles as they find that the four figures are terrifying and uncanny opponents: doppelgängers of themselves.
EXCLUSIVE BONUS FEATURE ON 4K ULTRA HD, BLU-RAYTM & DIGITAL:
Scene Explorations - The making of three iconic scenes from the film including the Tyler house massacre, Jason’s abduction and Adelaide’s underground flashback.
Seven Second Massacre
It's a Trap
I Just Want My Little Girl Back
BONUS FEATURES on 4K ULTRA HD, BLU-RAYTM, DVD & DIGITAL:
The Duality of US - Jordan Peele goes in-depth on some of the key themes and imagery in US – including Doppelgängers, Hands Across America, The Nutcracker dance scene, rabbits and the infamous 11:11 coincidence.
The Monsters Within US - Examine how the great cast were able to find their characters, whether they were playing one of the Wilsons or their sinister doppelgängers.
Tethered Together: Making US Twice - Making of a movie is hard. Making a movie where all the main cast play dual roles can be downright mind-bending. In this piece, filmmakers, cast, and crew discuss some of the technical challenges to making the film, as well as some of the design choices for the characters.
Redefining a Genre: Jordan Peele's Brand of Horror - In the space of two films, Jordan Peele has set himself apart as an invaluable artistic voice. Hear cast and filmmakers highlight what makes him so unique, as well as Jordan's own thoughts on his inspirations and the relationship between horror and comedy.
Becoming Red - Using behind-the-scenes footage from between takes, we take a closer look at Lupita Nyong'o's intense and mesmerizing performance as "Red."
Deleted Scenes
I Am Not Even Near You
Rabbit Season
That's Badass
Driftwood
The P is Silent
I Wanna Go Home
We're All Dying – Hilarious outtakes from the conversation between Winston Duke and Tim Heidecker on the beach.
As Above, So Below: Grand Pas de Deux - An extended version of the dance sequence from the film, cutting between adolescent Adelaide at her recital to Red in the Underpass.
US Movie Trailer | Own it 6/4 on Digital, 6/18 on 4K, Blu-ray & DVD
The film will be available on 4K Ultra HD in a combo pack (4K Ultra HD+ Blu-rayTM + Digital). Bonus features on the 4K Ultra HD will all be delivered in stunning 4K resolution.
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Amazon Studios has released a hilarious video clip for LATE NIGHT releasing in theaters nationwide on June 7, 2019. Late Night takes on whit...
Amazon Studios has released a hilarious video clip for LATE NIGHT releasing in theaters nationwide on June 7, 2019. Late Night takes on white privilege, entitlement, and a culture veering toward crassness and conservatism.
Challenging the limitations placed on women in power, the film delivers a sophisticated comedy that champions a new order centering the strengths of women and diverse voices.
Late Night - Clip: How Would You Describe Molly? | Amazon Studios
Molly (Mindy Kaling) hilariously tries to save her boss Katherine (Emma Thompson) from a series of questions at a dinner party in this scene from Late Night.
SYNOPSIS
Late Night - Official Trailer #2 | Amazon Studios
Katherine Newbury (Emma Thompson) is a pioneer and legendary host on the late-night talk-show circuit. When she’s accused of being a “woman who hates women,” she puts affirmative action on the to-do list, and—presto!—Molly (Mindy Kaling) is hired as the one woman in Katherine’s all-male writers’ room.
But Molly might be too little too late, as the formidable Katherine also faces the reality of low ratings and a network that wants to replace her. Molly, wanting to prove she’s not simply a diversity hire who’s disrupting the comfort of the brotherhood, is determined to help Katherine by revitalizing her show and career—and possibly effect even bigger change at the same time.
Starring Emma Thompson, Mindy Kaling, Max Casella, Hugh Dancy, John Lithgow, Denis O’Hare, Reid Scott and Amy Ryan
During a press preview, I had my first look at Nina Footwear "Daybreaks", the new vegan shoe collection with colorful trendy aesth...
During a press preview, I had my first look at Nina Footwear "Daybreaks", the new vegan shoe collection with colorful trendy aesthetic and unique fun details.
Note: I was invited as media to this event. Any personal views expressed are always 100% my own.
The Daybreaks footwear styles feature intensely-hued foot bed sandals and espadrilles with comfort features and modern vegan materials. Daybreaks are light and soft, with memory foam padding, arch support, molded insoles, and flexible bottoms.
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Whether following a vegetarian, flexitarian, vegan diet or just looking to make healthier choices, Chipotle's customizable menu allows c...
Whether following a vegetarian, flexitarian, vegan diet or just looking to make healthier choices, Chipotle's customizable menu allows customers to select the meatless items that best fit their needs.
Chipotle recently announced its "Plant-Powered" Lifestyle Bowl options, which include a new preconfigured organic plant-based protein "Vegan" bowl as well as a "Vegetarian" bowl that includes guacamole.
Plant-Powered bowls are the first extensions in the brand's Lifestyle Bowl offering, which launched earlier this year with Keto, Paleo, Whole30 and double protein diet-approved menu options.
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In 2014, Chipotle introduced its vegan protein option, Sofritas®. Made from certified organic soybeans grown domestically, the protein is then shredded and smothered in a blend of spices including poblano pepper, cumin and of course, chipotle chile, creating a delicious alternative to traditional meat without skimping on flavor.
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Do you want to increase your self-confidence and attractiveness? According to to psychologist Dr. Diana Kirschner, author of the bestselling...
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Searching for a new healthy treat? Then try Talenti Organic, a collection of artisanal gelatos made with all organic ingredients. This new r...
Searching for a new healthy treat? Then try Talenti Organic, a collection of artisanal gelatos made with all organic ingredients. This new range of gelato offers a certified organic option in four delicious flavors:
Talenti Organic Ginger Matcha Gelato is made with green tea and ginger steeped in organic cream, blended with Japanese Matcha.
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Talenti Organic Chocolate Mousse Gelato is made with organic dark chocolate gelato whipped with egg for a fluffy texture, swirled with fudge.
Talenti Organic Brown Butter Caramel Gelato is made with organic caramel gelato swirled with buttery dulce de leche.
Additionally, Talenti is expanding its Crafted with Less Sugar line with a delicious new option:
Talenti Crafted with Less Sugar Lemon Bar Gelato — steeped in lemon zest with tangy lemon curd and shortbread bits, sweetened with monk fruit juice.
The five new flavors are available in grocery stores nationwide. The suggested retail price for the Organic range is $5.49-$6.49 per pint, and Talenti Crafted with Less Sugar Lemon Bar Gelato is $4.49-$5.49 per pint.
With these new additions, consumers have 40 total gelato and sorbetto flavors to select from the Talenti portfolio.
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Looking for a different way to get fit? Fitness Boxing, a Nintendo Switch boxing-themed game exclusive, has features that make working out f...
Looking for a different way to get fit? Fitness Boxing, a Nintendo Switch boxing-themed game exclusive, has features that make working out fun and interactive.
Note: I was invited as media to this event and received Fitness Boxing game for review purpose. Any personal views expressed are always 100% my own.
To get a first look at the Fitness Boxing ($49.99) game features, I attended a media preview at Nintendo NY Store where personal trainer Niki of SugarySixPack took us through a boxing workout.
In the Fitness Boxing game, you choose boxing-based workouts that goes along with instrumental popular music. While gripping the Nintendo Switch Joy-Con controllers, you punch, weave and squat using the built-in motion controls to get your whole body into the workout.
Daily training ranges from 10-40 minutes and offers both Normal and Fast mode( low- and high-intensity options). The game estimates your approximate body mass index (BMI) and daily calories burned so you can track your progress. As you move toward reaching your goals, you can earn more songs and will also have the opportunity to engage with more challenging training circuits.
With two-player mode, you can team up with a friend or family member to play in tandem or face off in a virtual boxing ring.
Fitness Boxing - Overview Trailer - Nintendo Switch
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