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January 7, 2014
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Arizona, Kingman
Event Date: August 14 thru 17, 2014
2014 International Route 66 Festival secures Grand Canyon Skywalk as title
sponsor, Kingman, AZ
Kingman, AZ - Two of the Southwest’s major tourist destinations, Hualapai Tourism, operators of Grand Canyon
West®, home of the Skywalk®, and the Route 66 International Festival, have announced that they are joining
forces to host a multi-day Festival in August, 2014. The Festival will be hosted in Kingman, Arizona, August 14 thru
17, 2014. Events planned include vintage car, motorcycle, and travel trailer shows, a conference on transforming
Route 66 into America’s 1st All Electric Highway with solar charging stations all along Route 66, golf and bowling
tournaments, the Route 66 Authors, Artists and Collector’s Exhibit, a VW bug fest, film festival, sock hop, concerts,
barbeques and wine & rum tastings. Authors, artists, vintage and contemporary car, truck and motorcycle owners,
music lovers, crafters and collectors are all attracted to the mystique of the famous highway and they attend the
annual International Festival by the thousands, hosted by a different city along the Route each year (2013 was
Joplin, MO). www.Kingman66Fest.com.
Media Contact: Mike Wagner Email: 4realmike@gmail.com Phone: 928-275-121
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January 7, 2014
Arizona, Marana
Event Date: April 12 & 13, 2014
Second Annual Marana Bluegrass Festival, Marana, Arizona, April 12 - 13,
2014
Marana, Arizona - The 2014 Marana Bluegrass Festival will be held in down town Marana on Saturday and
Sunday, April 12 and 13. Like the 2013 Festival, this festival will feature the bands of Arizona bands as well as
National Headliner guitarist Dan Crary. Dan will be performing solo as the close out performance on Saturday, and
will be joining his friends Greg Morton and Peter McLauglin for a Guitar Summit on both Saturday and
Sunday. Don’t miss these shows – three amigos, all championship level guitarists – flat picking at its best. In
addition to Dan Crary and the Guitar Summit, the festival’s Arizona bands include Run Boy Run, the Sonoran
Dogs, Crucial County, 2 Lazy 2 Ranch - plus several yet to be named. Admission: $12 Sat.-$12 Sun; weekend
pass: $20 for those 13 years and older. Free RV dry camping with a weekend pass and free tent camping on
grass. www.MaranaFestival.com
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January 7, 2014
Austria
Event Date: April 19-26 & November 8-15, 2014
A Taste of Austria - Cooking in Vienna
Tuckahoe, New York - The Viennese Cuisine is a result of the pleasure-loving lifestyle of the Viennese, who love to
eat and therefore cook well. You too can experience this traditional Viennese cuisine, paired with local wines &
highlighted with Austrian art by joining Herzerl Tours with A Taste of Austria, April 19-26 & November 8-15, 2014.
Spend a full week trying your own hand cooking at the well-known Viennese culinary venues and indulging in
eating and drinking at the Viennese restaurants that are a must for “culinarians.” Here is an example of the
Viennese food experiences that are included in the tours: the Haute-Cuisine Restaurant Vestibül. This was once
the carriage vestibule of the emperor's court theater. Today the dining room is an explosion of marble with
Corinthian marble columns, coffered arcades and grand silver chandeliers - a restaurant where history meets
culinary refinement with an excellent non-traditional Viennese cuisine. Tour Price: $2,475.00 per person, land only,
double occupancy; tour price is based on a group of 10 participants. Details: www.herzerltours.com/Culinfrtours.html
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California
Event Date: through February 15, 2014
Alcatraz Exhibits Make Monumental Move to Hyatt Regency Santa Clara
San Francisco, CA - Together with Alcatraz Cruises, Hyatt Regency Santa Clara will be the new, temporary home
of the Alcatraz: Life on the Rock and Alcatraz: The Last Day exhibits. Alcatraz: Life on the Rock is an exhibit that
showcases Alcatraz Island’s fascinating history and infamous inmates. Specific installations include “How Do You
Know Alcatraz?” which offers a compelling introduction, complete with a model of the island and a look at The
Rock’s place in history and in movies. Alcatraz: The Last Day photo exhibition is a collection by Life Magazine
photographer Leigh Wiener. The 3,000 square foot exhibits are free and open to the public (24 hours/day, seven
days/week) at the Hyatt Regency Santa Clara, 5101 Great America Parkway, Santa Clara, California. This
comprehensive exhibit is an ideal way for families, students and visitors alike to get a real feel for the history of and
the fascination with Alcatraz. The exhibits run through February 15, 2014.
www.alcatrazcruises.com/exhibit/index.html
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January 7, 2014
Colorado
Event Date: June, 2014
Strawberry Days Festival in Glenwood Springs, Colorado, Offers Legendary
Family Fun
Glenwood Springs, Colorado - For history and fun that is legendary, festival-goers worldwide attend Strawberry
Days in Glenwood Springs, Colorado. In 2014, Strawberry Days will celebrate its 117th year with the traditional
offerings and free admission that have made it one of the most popular festivals in the state. Visitors enjoy free
strawberries and ice cream, an old-fashioned parade down the town’s main street, a fine art and handmade crafts
fair, world-class music on the main stage, a beer garden, food court and carnival. There is also a FamilyFest area
complete with kids’ activities like jugglers, face painters, spin art, games and another entertainment stage with kidfriendly entertainment. In addition, events like the Miss Strawberry Days contest, Little Miss Strawberry
Princesses and Glenwood Idol Talent Show give the festival hometown flair. The 2014 Fine Art and Craft Show will
run Friday, June 20 from 12 noon until 8 p.m., Saturday, June 21 from 10 a.m. until 8 p.m. and Sunday, June 22
from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. at Sayre “Strawberry” Park on Grand Ave. in Glenwood Springs.
www.strawberrydays.com
Media Contact: Marianne Virgili, President & CEO Glenwood Springs Chamber Resort Association 970-945-5002
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January 7, 2014
Connecticut, Hamden
Event Date: through January 26th, 2014
Eli Whitney Museum will open a celebration: The Erector Set at 100,
Hamden, Connecticut
One hundred years ago, a 29 year old brought a product to market that would become an American icon and
redefine the Holiday Season. Thanks to a grant from the Connecticut Humanities as part of its year-long CT at
Work initiative, the Eli Whitney Museum will open a celebration: The Erector Set at 100. The exhibition features a
timeline of the Erector Set’s evolution and connections to major events of the 20th century. There are Erector Sets
with familiar and unfamiliar pieces and samples of advertising that show Gilbert as one of the early masters of
brand management. There are motors pulleys and gears. Visitors can try their hand at mastering movement. There
are nuts and bolts and girders for visitors to construct a Gilbert box girder to contribute to a skyscraper that will
climb 25 feet over the course of the exhibition. There is a practical beauty in this toy that still works a half-century
past its most glorious days. Both exhibits are on display through January 26th, 2014. Admission free; donations are
welcome.
Details: www.eliwhitney.org/museum/exhibitions/erector-set-100. www.eliwhitney.org
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January 7, 2014
Europe/South America
Wine Tours to Europe & South America during Harvest Time 2014
New Haven, Connecticut - Wine Lovers Tours is blending in some new wine tours for 2014: Italy's magnificent Lake
Country, the gardens and wineries of England and Brazil during the extended Mardi Gras festivities. Brazil's wine
industry is a sleeping giant that is causing wine lovers to take notice. The major wine area is near Uruguay and
similar to other South American countries, it benefited from an influx of European immigrants, primarily Italian. After
visiting the Valley of Wine, the group will spend 2 days in Rio. The all-inclusive wine tours feature VIP winery visits,
cuisine & culture. Wine Lovers Tours has over 30 years' experience organizing and leading wine tours to the
world's most popular wine destinations. www.wineloverstours.com.
Media Contact: Vin Marottoli Email: info@wineloverstours.com Phone: (203) 469-4218
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Florida, Fort Lauderdale
Event Dates: January 23 - April 10, 2014
Concerts Under the Stars at Bonnet House Museum & Gardens, Fort
Lauderdale, Florida
Bonnet House Museum & Gardens kicks off its 18th season of the Young Artist Music on Thursday, January 23rd
at 7pm with a performance by the University of Miami’s Frost Opera Theater. "We are delighted to offer the Fort
Lauderdale community what we consider to be one of the best events in town," said CEO Karen Beard. The
season continues on February 13th, 2013 with Florida Atlantic University Latin Vocal Ensemble. On March 13th the
Lynn University String Quartet performs and for the fourth and final performance on April 10th, Florida Grand
Opera’s rising stars will perform. Individual tickets range from $35 - $45 per performance and series tickets from
$120 - $160. Wine, dessert and coffee are donated by Whole Foods Market this year and are included in the price.
The Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale graphic design honors class designs their posters each year, with this year’s
winner being Paul Tran. Everyone can enjoy an evening under the stars like no other. What started as community
outreach has become one of their most treasured programs with this special 18th anniversary series. For more
information or to purchase tickets, call (954) 703-2614 or visit www.bonnethouse.org/music-series
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January 7, 2014
Florida
Event Date: January 16-25, 2014
The 14th Annual Tampa Bay Black Heritage Festival Includes Live
Entertainment, Cultural Events, Seminars and More
Tampa, FL - The 2014 Tampa Bay Black Heritage Festival is the premiere destination hot-spot leading up to the
Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday Weekend. This lively, 10-day celebration will be held Jan.16-25, with the weekend
Music Fest taking place Jan.18-19 at Curtis Hixon Park in Downtown Tampa. The Music Fest kicks-off with
Throwback Saturday featuring classic acts that are sure to entertain all generations. The Fest also features Jazz
Sunday with R&B and soulful group Pieces of a Dream whose hits include “Keep It Smooth" and "Baby It's Your
Turn Now.” Also included in the line-up is Urban and Smooth Jazz artist Nick Colionne with popular songs including
“The Windy Dance” and “Wes Before Dawn.“ The feel-good tunes of the weekend are sure to have attendees
jamming all day. “Like” TBBHF on Facebook www.Facebook.com/TBBHF for updates as additional national
recording artists and events are added to the weekend lineup. The Music Fest will also feature local and regional
recording artists, food and craft vendors, celebrated authors, authentic cuisine and much more.
www.TampaBlackHeritage.org or contact Ruby Jackson at 1-888-224-1733 x3143 or at
info@tampablackheritage.org.
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January 7, 2014
Georgia, Athens
Event Date: January 31-Feb. 2, 2014
Get ready for the 5th Annual Athens Wine Weekend at the Classic Center in
downtown Athens, Georgia.
Mark your calendars for the fifth annual Athens Wine Weekend, scheduled for Friday through Sunday, January 31Feb. 2, 2014, at The Classic Center in downtown Athens. A benefit for The Classic Center Cultural Foundation, the
weekend kicks off with a special reception Friday evening. Featured chefs will conduct an in-house presentation of
Amuse-Bouche, a sampling of each chef’s cooking artistry, all paired with the perfect wine. The Saturday afternoon
Grand Tasting showcases hundreds of wines from around the world and includes seminars by national and
international wine experts. Topping off the day is the six-course Gourmet Dinner featuring dazzling presentations,
expertly complemented by a wine selected specifically for each course. There are several ticketing options
available, including a discounted package that includes deluxe hotel
accommodations. Visit www.AthensWineWeekend.com or call 706.357.4444 for ticket information.
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January 7, 2014
Maryland
Event Dates: June 9, 2013 – June 9, 2014
First Exhibition Ever on a Woman: Elizabeth Bonaparte, The Grace Kelly of
1812 Era
Baltimore, Maryland - The Maryland Historical Society presents Woman of Two Worlds:” Elizabeth Patterson
Bonaparte and Her Quest for an Imperial Legacy, an exhibition that brings 1812 Baltimore vividly to life. With
hundreds of objects and reams of documents, the Maryland Historical Society is the official keeper of Elizabeth’s
memories. On view from June 9, 2013 – June 9, 2014, the exhibit marks the first time the Maryland Historical
Society has featured a exhibition exclusively devoted to a historical female figure. Elizabeth Patterson Bonaparte
was one of the femme fatales of the War of 1812 generation. As a gorgeous 18-year-old, Elizabeth set the
gossipmongers atwitter with her revealing empire dresses at society events. Her marriage to Napoleon Bonaparte’s
younger brother Jerome became an international drama. Even at ninety-four, Elizabeth was still making news as
one of America’s richest and most beautiful women. Museum hours, 201 W. Monument Street, Baltimore, are
Wednesday through Sunday 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission is $9 for adults. www.mdhs.org, 410-685-3750.
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January 7, 2014
North Carolina
Event Date: May 3, 2014
Spring Craft Fair Presented by the Coastal Carolina Artists and Crafters
Guild, Jacksonville, NC, May 3, 2014
Jacksonville, North Carolina - On Saturday, May 3, 2014 the Coastal Carolina Artist and Crafters Guild presents
the Spring Craft Fair in Jacksonville, NC. The event will be held inside the American Legion Building located at 146
Broadhurst Road, Jacksonville, NC. Hours are 9am to 4pm. The Holiday Craft Fair showcases the amazing talent
of artist and crafters near and far. Shoppers will find unique handmade items and support small business owners
selling American made items. In conjunction with the Holiday Craft Fair there will be a Car Art contest featuring art
made of, on, or out of car parts for cash prizes. All mediums accepted. The CCAC Guild donates a portion of the
proceeds from the event to the Onslow Shiner and the American Legion Auxiliary. For more information and
applications please visit http://ccacguild.org, email: ccacguild@yahoo.com or call 910-938-7077.
Media Contact: Laura Voss, Email: ccacguild@yahoo.com, Phone: 910-938-7077
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January 7, 2014
Oregon
Event Date: July 3 - 6, 2014
Portland, Oregon's Waterfront Blues Festival Grows More and More
Sensational
Portland, Oregon - Imagine relaxing on the grassy banks of the sparkling Willamette River, viewing the glacial
peaks of Mt. Hood and the stunning Portland skyline … thrilling to the best blues in the world … while smiling at the
thought you are helping to fight hunger. That’s the magic of the Waterfront Blues Festival in Portland, Oregon, held
July 3 - 6, 2014. It’s the largest blues festival west of the Mississippi, attracting fans from throughout the world. Yet
it’s owned by Oregon Food Bank, a charitable nonprofit, and is OFB’s biggest annual fundraiser. Enjoy more than
100 performances, four stages, workshops, blues cruises, dances and after-hour concerts. Highlights include: July
4: Blues Hall-of-Famer Joe Louis Walker, March Fourth Marching Band, Too Slim & the Taildraggers and
spectacular July 4th fireworks. July 5: Eric Burdon & the Animals, Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe, Hot 8 Brass Band.
July 6: John Hiatt & the Combo, North Mississippi Allstars, and Zydeco Swamp Romp with Chubby Carrier, Horace
Trahan. www.waterfrontbluesfest.com, 503-282-0555
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Pennsylvania, Pittsburgh
Event Dates: February 1, 2014 and March 30, 2014
Kente Arts Alliance Continues its Africa Calling Concert Series, Pittsburgh,
PA
Pittsburgh, PA – On Saturday, February 1, 2014 and Sunday March 30, 2014, Kente Arts Alliance presents the
final two segments of its Africa Calling Concert Series with the New York-based Asase Yaa African American
Dance Theatre and legendary South African trumpeter Hugh Masekela (“Grazing in the Grass”). The Asase Yaa
African-American Dance Theatre consists of seasoned musicians, dancers and vocalists with training in various
disciplines. Their performances bring joy to audiences through exciting, colorful, athletic and energetic
presentations. The company has traveled to various countries including: Ghana, Guinea, Japan, Korea, France, the
Netherlands and Iceland. Both performances will be held at the New Hazlett Theater, 6 Allegheny Square East,
Pittsburgh, PA. Tickets for both concerts can be purchased on-line at ShowClix.com or by calling 1888.71.TICKETS. Group tickets can be purchased by calling Kente Arts Alliance at 412.322.0292. (Only available
for the Asase Yaa concert). For further information: www.kentearts.org
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ALASKA
Event Dates: March through May, 2014
Alaska Sea Adventures
Alaska Sea Adventures Offers Herring Extravaganzas - Spring Awakening and Spawning in Southeast
Alaska
Alaska Sea Adventures of Petersburg, Alaska has announced its Spring Herring Extravaganza trips for 2014. An
83-foot luxury expedition cruiser, the Northern Song will travel throughout remote coves and fjords in SE Alaska
during four trips from March to early May. Herring is a keystone species in the Last Frontier and this is a rare
opportunity for photographers and nature enthusiasts to see bald eagles, whales, seals, sea lions and various
seabirds feasting on the calorie rich herring spawn. Petersburg to Sitka Spring Repositioning Trip, March 20-24,
2014; Special Sitka Sound Herring Spawn/Eagles and Whales, March 27-April 4, 2014; Spring Photography,
Exploring SE Alaska! Eagles and Whales, April 6-14, 2014; Hoonah Sound Herring Spawn Event, April 18-25,
2014; Seymour Canal Herring Spawn Event, April 27-May 4, 2014. Trip Details & Rates:
www.yachtalaska.com/pages/trips/springtrips.html
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ARIZONA, KINGMAN
Event Date: August 14 thru 17, 2014
New! 2014 International Route 66 Festival
Two of the Southwest’s major tourist destinations, Hualapai Tourism, operators of Grand Canyon West®, home of
the Skywalk®, and the Route 66 International Festival, have announced that they are joining forces to host a multiday Festival in August, 2014. The Festival will be hosted in Kingman, Arizona, August 14 thru 17, 2014. Events
planned include vintage car, motorcycle, and travel trailer shows, a conference on transforming Route 66 into
America’s 1st All Electric Highway with solar charging stations all along Route 66, golf and bowling tournaments,
the Route 66 Authors, Artists and Collector’s Exhibit, a VW bug fest, film festival, sock hop, concerts, barbeques
and wine & rum tastings. Authors, artists, vintage and contemporary car, truck and motorcycle owners, music
lovers, crafters and collectors are all attracted to the mystique of the famous highway and they attend the annual
International Festival by the thousands, hosted by a different city along the Route each year (2013 was Joplin,
MO). www.Kingman66Fest.com.
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CALIFORNIA, BODEGA (SONOMA COUNTY)
Annual Event Date: last weekend in August
Bodega Seafood, Art & Wine Festival
It may be held on a rough and tumble ranch, but don’t be fooled by its bucolic surroundings. The Bodega Seafood,
Art & Wine Festival, held the last weekend in August each year, is no country bumpkin event. Despite its rural digs
this festival aims to provide a top quality experience for attendees. The festival draws top quality artisans from all
over the country. The Festival offers a plethora of unique food items. The Wine and Microbrewed Beer Tasting is a
huge draw and each year brings in approximately 45 companies from all over northern California. It is the
entertainment, however, which really makes this festival rock.
Web: www.winecountryfestivals.com
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CALIFORNIA, MARIPOSA (CENTRAL VALLEY)
Annual Event Date: September
New! "Blazin Hog" Competition, BBQ & Zydeco Music Festival
Get your BBQ teams together, pack your dancin' shoes and make plans for what will be the tastiest event
of the season.
The Annual "Blazin Hog" Competition, BBQ & Zydeco Music Festival takes place in Mariposa, California, at the
Mariposa Fairgrounds (40 miles from Yosemite National Park). The music stage is alive with well known Zydeco
recording artists for toe-tapping dancing pleasure. Enjoy a huge shaded dance floor while you move your feet to
the sounds of the Blues Box Bayou Band, Mark St. Mary and his Louisiana Band and the local favorite, Colorado
Road. The competition will be open to all teams from the private and corporate sector. BBQ contestants will be
competing for $500 cash prizes!
Web: www.blazinhog.com, Email: info@blazinhog.com, Phone: (209) 966-3994
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COLORADO, GLENWOOD SPRINGS
Event Date: June, 2014
Strawberry Days Festival
Strawberry Days Festival in Glenwood Springs, Colorado, Offers Legendary Family Fun
For history and fun that is legendary, festival-goers worldwide attend Strawberry Days in Glenwood Springs,
Colorado. In 2014, Strawberry Days will celebrate its 117th year with the traditional offerings and free admission
that have made it one of the most popular festivals in the state. Visitors enjoy free strawberries and ice cream, an
old-fashioned parade down the town’s main street, a fine art and handmade crafts fair, world-class music on the
main stage, a beer garden, food court and carnival. There is also a FamilyFest area complete with kids’ activities
like jugglers, face painters, spin art, games and another entertainment stage with kid-friendly entertainment. In
addition, events like the Miss Strawberry Days contest, Little Miss Strawberry Princesses and Glenwood Idol Talent
Show give the festival hometown flair. www.strawberrydays.com
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CONNECTICUT, HAMDEN
Event Date: Through January 26th, 2014
Eli Whitney Museum
Eli Whitney Museum will open a celebration: The Erector Set at 100, Hamden, Connecticut
One hundred years ago, a 29 year old brought a product to market that would become an American icon and
redefine the Holiday Season. Thanks to a grant from the Connecticut Humanities as part of its year-long CT at
Work initiative, the Eli Whitney Museum will open a celebration: The Erector Set at 100. The exhibition features a
timeline of the Erector Set’s evolution and connections to major events of the 20th century. There are Erector Sets
with familiar and unfamiliar pieces and samples of advertising that show Gilbert as one of the early masters of
brand management. There are motors pulleys and gears. Visitors can try their hand at mastering movement. There
are nuts and bolts and girders for visitors to construct a Gilbert box girder to contribute to a skyscraper that will
climb 25 feet over the course of the exhibition. There is a practical beauty in this toy that still works a half-century
past its most glorious days. Admission free; donations are welcome. Details:
www.eliwhitney.org/museum/exhibitions/erector-set-100. www.eliwhitney.org
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FLORIDA, FORT LAUDERDALE
Event Dates: January 23 - April 10, 2014
New! Bonnet House Museum & Gardens
Concerts Under the Stars at Bonnet House Museum & Gardens, Fort Lauderdale
Bonnet House Museum & Gardens kicks off its 18th season of the Young Artist Music on Thursday, January 23rd
at 7pm with a performance by the University of Miami’s Frost Opera Theater. The season continues on February
13th, 2013 with Florida Atlantic University Latin Vocal Ensemble. On March 13th the Lynn University String Quartet
performs and for the fourth and final performance on April 10th, Florida Grand Opera’s rising stars will
perform. Wine, dessert and coffee are donated by Whole Foods Market this year and are included in the price.
Tickets are $35 - $45. www.bonnethouse.org/music-series
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FLORIDA, ORLANDO
Annual Event Date: February 8, 2014
Orlando Chili Cook
Orlando Chili Cook off and World Chili Eating Challenge make Orlando One Hot Destination
The Orlando Chili Cook-off is held every February at Festival Park in Orlando. The event features the World Chili
Eating Challenge, delicious chili from chefs from around the country, live musical entertainment and activities for
children. The Orlando Chili Cook-Off is one of Orlando's premier events featuring more than 13,000 attendees
tasting nearly 100,000 samples of chili. The event has raised more than $150,000 for Special Olympics Florida,
and other local charities. The World Chili Eating Challenge features the jaw-dropping eating skills of world's top
competitive eaters as they devour bowls of chili in six-minutes. Web: www.eventsforchangeinc.org, Phone: 407777-8309
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GEORGIA, ATHENS
Event Date: January 31-Feb. 2, 2014
Athens Wine Weekend
Get ready for the 5th Annual Athens Wine Weekend at the Classic Center in downtown Athens, Georgia
Mark your calendars for the fifth annual Athens Wine Weekend, scheduled for Friday through Sunday, January 31Feb. 2, 2014, at The Classic Center in downtown Athens. A benefit for The Classic Center Cultural Foundation, the
weekend kicks off with a special reception Friday evening. Featured chefs will conduct an in-house presentation of
Amuse-Bouche, a sampling of each chef’s cooking artistry, all paired with the perfect wine. The Saturday afternoon
Grand Tasting showcases hundreds of wines from around the world and includes seminars by national and
international wine experts. Topping off the day is the six-course Gourmet Dinner featuring dazzling presentations,
expertly complemented by a wine selected specifically for each course. There are several ticketing options
available, including a discounted package that includes deluxe hotel accommodations. Visit
www.AthensWineWeekend.com or call 706.357.4444 for ticket information.
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IDAHO, HAILEY
Annual Event Date: October 9-12, 2014
New! Trailing of the Sheep Festival
Idaho's Premier Arts & Cultural Event
The Annual Trailing of the Sheep Festival, held October 9-12, 2014, celebrates the history, heritage and cultures
of Idaho's sheep ranching families and honors their contributions to the development of Idaho and the west. The
four-day event includes a Fiber Festival and classes, an authentic Folklife Fair, a multitude of culinary events
featuring lamb, cheese and local foods, storytelling, historical exhibits, multicultural experiences of Scottish,
Basque, Polish and Peruvian dancers and musicians, demonstrations, cooking, fiber and photography workshops,
championship sheepdog trials and the Trailing of the Sheep Parade with 1,500 sheep stepping lively down Main
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Street in Ketchum, Idaho. The Festival was named One of the Top Ten Fall Festivals in the World by MSN Travel.
Web: www.trailingofthesheep.org, Phone: 208-720-0585
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ILLINOIS, BOURBONNAIS
Exploration Station Children's Museum
New Dinosaur Exhibit at Exploration Station, a Children's Museum in Bourbonnais, Illinois
The new Paleontology exhibit at the at the Exploration Station Children's Museum in Bourbonnais, Illinois, includes
a 4’ x 8’ ground level dig site, a Dino Tracks Footprint Display, A Dino Reading Nook, a Build-a-saurus table, and a
Dinoscape Light Box Drawing Table. Children are learning what paleontology is and are role playing the duties of a
paleontologist. Children don work gloves and expedition hats to uncover duckbill and albertosaurus
fossils. Fossils are examined with magnifying glasses and measured for size. Children compare their own feet to
the footprints of five different dinosaurs. The dig area is surrounded by a large mural of the environment that a
dinosaur would have lived in. They can take a break from excavating under the shade of palm trees in the Dino
Reading Nook. Admission is free for members, non-residents $6.00 and residents $4.00. More information is
at www.exploration-station.org or call (815) 933-9905 Ext. 2.
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MARYLAND, BALTIMORE
Event Dates: June 9, 2013 – June 9, 2014
New! Maryland Historical Society
First Exhibition Ever on a Woman- Elizabeth Bonaparte- The Grace Kelly of 1812 Era
The Maryland Historical Society presents Woman of Two Worlds:” Elizabeth Patterson Bonaparte and Her Quest
for an Imperial Legacy, an exhibition that brings 1812 Baltimore vividly to life. With hundreds of objects and reams
of documents, the Maryland Historical Society is the official keeper of Elizabeth’s memories. On view from June 9,
2013 – June 9, 2014, the exhibit marks the first time the Maryland Historical Society has featured a exhibition
exclusively devoted to a historical female figure. Elizabeth Patterson Bonaparte was one of the femme fatales of
the War of 1812 generation. As a gorgeous 18-year-old, Elizabeth set the gossipmongers atwitter with her
revealing empire dresses at society events. Her marriage to Napoleon Bonaparte’s younger brother Jerome
became an international drama. Even at ninety-four, Elizabeth was still making news as one of America’s richest
and most beautiful women. Admission is $9 for adults. www.mdhs.org, 410-685-3750.
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MASSACHUSETTS, CLINTON
Museum of Russian Icons
Crossing the Threshold: Traditional Folk Art from the Russian Home at the Museum of Russian Icons in
Clinton, MA
Crossing the Threshold: Traditional Folk Art from the Russian Home is an exhibit of authentic folk art and
contemporary replicas by renowned Russian artisans at the Museum of Russian Icons in Clinton, MA. The artifacts
decode the beliefs and culture of Russian peasants through crafts such as woodcarving, embroidery, basketry,
metalwork, pottery, toy making and tailoring. Besides their unique function, these objects often had a ceremonial
and/or mystical purpose. The objects in "Crossing the Threshold" were used by real people as utilitarian objects,
toys, and clothing. The craftsmanship intrinsic to each elevates them to the level of art. The Museum of Russian
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Icons collection of more than 500 Russian icons and artifacts is the largest of its kind in North America, and one of
the largest private collections outside Russia. http://museumofrussianicons.org/index.php?cID=520
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NEW JERSEY TUCKERTON
Annual Event Date: May 18, 2014
Tuckerton Seaport & Baymen's Museum
Tuckerton Seaport kicks-off each summer with its Barbecue & Bluegrass Festival
The event takes place every May. This year’s festival will not only have the down home sounds of bluegrass and
sweet smell of barbecue, but will feature Todd’s Musical Petting Zoo. From accordion to zither, the Zoo is a fully
interactive, hands-on exhibition for musicians, young and old, novice to professional. Tuckerton Seaport is located
at 120 West Main Street, Tuckerton, NJ, 40 acres of family fun, featuring maritime activities, historic and recreated
buildings, live animals, a boardwalk, miniature golf course and exhibits. Other festivals include Privateers & Pirates
Fest, Baymen’s Seafood & Music Festival, Red Wine & Blues Festival. For info: 609-296-8868 or
www.tuckertonseaport.org.
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PENNSYLVANIA, PITTSBURGH
Event Dates: February 1, 2014 and March 30, 2014
Kente Arts Alliance
Kente Arts Alliance Continues its Africa Calling Concert Series Pittsburgh, PA – On Saturday, February 1,
2014 and Sunday March 30, 2014, Kente Arts Alliance presents the final two segments of its Africa Calling
Concert Series with the New York-based Asase Yaa African American Dance Theatre and legendary South
African trumpeter Hugh Masekela (“Grazing in the Grass”). The Asase Yaa African-American Dance Theatre
consists of seasoned musicians, dancers and vocalists with training in various disciplines. Their performances
bring joy to audiences through exciting, colorful, athletic and energetic presentations. The company has traveled to
various countries including: Ghana, Guinea, Japan, Korea, France, the Netherlands and Iceland. Both
performances will be held at the New Hazlett Theater, 6 Allegheny Square East, Pittsburgh, PA. Tickets for both
concerts can be purchased on-line at ShowClix.com or by calling 1-888.71.TICKETS. For further
information: www.kentearts.org
Media Contact: Gail Austin, Email: gail@kentearts.org, Phone: 412 322 0292
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UTAH, MOAB
Annual Event Date: Late August to Early September
Moab Music Festival
Spectacular sunsets, waterfalls cascading from towering red rock cliffs, stunning vistas of majestic buttes and
peaks, magical views while cruising the Colorado River -- and world-class music in exuberant performances by topflight artists – that’s the Moab Music Festival, and the ultimate travel experience. Now in its 21st year of “music in
concert with the landscape,” the award- winning Moab Music Festival is celebrated for its distinctive programming,
superb performances and intimate concert experiences of chamber music, traditional, jazz, Latin and music of
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living composers in the red rock country of southeastern Utah. The "signature" event is its grotto concert, taking
place in a pristine wilderness grotto 30 miles down the Colorado River, reached only by jet boat. Most of the rest of
the concerts are also in magnificent outdoor settings; on the riverbanks of the Colorado, in area ranches, wonderful
private homes, in town at historic Star Concert Hall, and for those who want even more, there’s a 4 day / 3 night
Musical Raft Trip through Cataract Canyon immediately following the Festival. www.moabmusicfest.org
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WASHINGTON, SEATTLE
Category: Adventure & Tours
Seattle Food Tours capitalizes on Seattle's hot restaurant scene
Seattle Food Tours is excited to announce its newest progressive dining experience, Capitol Hill Social, focusing
on Seattle’s Capitol Hill neighborhood. The Seattle Food Tours’ Capitol Hill Social features five curated restaurants
highlighting Capitol Hill’s Pike/Pine corridor for small groups of 2-12 people. Capitol Hill Social offers locals and
visitors alike a chance to explore Seattle’s hottest restaurant scene with the help of a local expert leading the way,
sharing their insight on the cultural history of the neighborhood, background on the featured restaurants and
choreographing a 5-course progressive dinner where guests enjoy a different course in a different
restaurant. Capitol Hill Social is currently operating Thursday through Sunday, with tours starting at 4:30pm and
taking guests from appetizer to dessert in just 2.5 hours. Tickets cost $69.00 pp + tax with food and wine included.
Reservations may be made at the Seattle Food Tours www.seattlefoodtours.com.
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WASHINGTON, SEATTLE
Event Date: January 4, 2014
New! Highline Historical Society
New Exhibit at the Highline Historical Society, Hope in Hard Times: The Story of Washington State During
the Great Depression
Highline Historical Society of Burien, WA, is hosting an exhibit, Hope in Hard Times: The Story of Washington State
During the Great Depression, until January 4, 2014, at the “Pop-up Museum” (216 SW 153rd Street in Burien, WA).
This exhibit shows how our parents and grandparents got through the most challenging economic era in American
history – the 1930s – something many of them never recovered from. Featuring nostalgic exhibits of the era, the
exhibit is accompanied by a local film festival, a series of workshops for dealing with the various issues of an aging
generation (genealogy, caring for your personal treasures, passing your business down, etc.) and performances of
Old Time Radio shows. Free admission. Bring a non-perishable item for the food bank.
Visit www.wahopeinhardtimes.net or call Cyndi at 206-246-6354.
Media Contact: Cyndi Upthegrove, Email: cyndiu@comcast.net, Phone: 206-246-6354
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AUSTRIA
Event Date: April 19-26 & November 8-15, 2014
Herzerl Tours
A Taste of Austria - Cooking in Vienna
Tuckahoe, New York - The Viennese Cuisine is a result of the pleasure-loving lifestyle of the Viennese, who love to
eat and therefore cook well. You too can experience this traditional Viennese cuisine, paired with local wines &
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highlighted with Austrian art by joining Herzerl Tours with A Taste of Austria, April 19-26 & November 8-15, 2014.
Spend a full week trying your own hand cooking at the well-known Viennese culinary venues and indulging in
eating and drinking at the Viennese restaurants that are a must for “culinarians.” Tour Price: $2,475.00 per person,
land only, double occupancy; tour price is based on a group of 10 participants.
Details: www.herzerltours.com/Culinfr-tours.html
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CANADA, ALBERTA, CALGARY
Annual Event Date: August
Globalfest
Since the debut in 2003, GlobalFest has produced a world-class multicultural festival and an international fireworks
festival for Calgary and the surrounding area. Since the debut in 2003, GlobalFest has produced a world-class
multicultural festival and an international fireworks festival for Calgary and the surrounding area. GlobalFest is
unique in the world and offers an inclusive cultural experience meant to promote engagement, understanding, and
cooperation in the community. Through the amazing support of our many partners and volunteers, Globalfest is
able to put on this event every August and has become one of Calgary’s most beloved summer festivals.
Web: www.globalfest.ca
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ARIZONA, KINGMAN
Event Date: August 14 thru 17, 2014
New! 2014 International Route 66 Festival
Two of the Southwest’s major tourist destinations, Hualapai Tourism, operators of Grand Canyon West®, home of
the Skywalk®, and the Route 66 International Festival, have announced that they are joining forces to host a multiday Festival in August, 2014. The Festival will be hosted in Kingman, Arizona, August 14 thru 17, 2014. Events
planned include vintage car, motorcycle, and travel trailer shows, a conference on transforming Route 66 into
America’s 1st All Electric Highway with solar charging stations all along Route 66, golf and bowling tournaments,
the Route 66 Authors, Artists and Collector’s Exhibit, a VW bug fest, film festival, sock hop, concerts, barbeques
and wine & rum tastings. Authors, artists, vintage and contemporary car, truck and motorcycle owners, music
lovers, crafters and collectors are all attracted to the mystique of the famous highway and they attend the annual
International Festival by the thousands, hosted by a different city along the Route each year (2013 was Joplin,
MO). www.Kingman66Fest.com.
Media Contact: Mike Wagner Email: 4realmike@gmail.com Phone: 928-275-121
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