1st Ceremony of the Covenant of Mayors

First Ceremony of the Covenant of Mayors 
www.eusew.eu

The European Commission would like to invite you to the First Ceremony of the Covenant of Mayors, which will take place during the EU Sustainable Energy Week (EUSEW) 2009. This landmark event will take place in the Hemicycle of the European Parliament on 10th February at 14.00 hrs, and will be hosted by the European Commission, the European Parliament and the Committee of the Regions.

 

About the First Ceremony of the Covenant of Mayors

·          A valuable high-level networking opportunity for you: This high-level event is invitation only , reserved for signatory mayors and their delegations, cities that have expressed their interest in joining the Covenant of Mayors, as well as a restricted number of local and regional energy actors.

·         The programme is highly complementary to the ManagEnergy Annual Conference Plenary event which takes place in the Charlemagne Building, Brussels on 11th February 2009 , where key operational issues to the Covenant of Mayor vision will be discussed, such as new financing instruments for local and regional energy efficiency initiatives and technical issues such as methodologies for monitoring CO₂ emissions relevant to development and implementation of municipal sustainable energy plans under the Covenant of Mayors.

·         The Covenant of Mayors First Ceremony programme will include:

o        Welcome speech by Commissioner Piebalgs

o        Speeches from President Van Den Brande of the Committee of the Regions, and President Maystadt from the European Investment Bank

o        Ceremony of Recognition of Covenant Cities, including the unveiling of the Covenant of Mayors Book of Signatures

o        A full programme can be found on the EUSEW website

Registration

This prestigious event is "upon invitation only". All invited attendees can register via the EUSEW website

A limited number of places will be available for Spectators. All spectators interested to attend the event are also invited to register via the EUSEW website. Registants will be authorised to enter the venue only if they have received an official invitation from the Organisers. Note - this email is NOT an official invitation. Please, do not forget to print the official invitation and the confirmation of your registration and bring them with you to the event.

Please Note - this email is NOT an official invitation.

To register to request your invitation for the First Ceremony of the Covenant of Mayors , go to the EUSEW website  and follow the instructions (you will be required to open a user account if you have not done so already) - or follow the instructions on How to Register on the ManagEnergy website. Once you have registered you will receive the official invitation which will serve as your entry permit to access the European Parliament building.

We would be delighted if you could join us in the European Parliament on Tuesday 10^th February at 14.00 hrs for this landmark event.

Yours sincerely

ManagEnergy Service Team
A service of the European Commission Directorate-General for Energy and Transport

TYRA BANKS and ASHTON KUTCHER ABC new Reality Show Event

TYRA BANKS and ASHTON KUTCHER ABC new Reality Show Event

New York City, Saturday January 10th 2009 at 11pm
Direct from the new ABC reality show True Beauty produced by America's Next Top Model producer Tyra Banks along with Ashton Kutcher, model Laura Leigh of the cast will be making a guest appearance this Saturday night at club lord JE Englebert  Prime nightclub in New York City to celebrate the new hit show. True Beauty is hosted by former TRL host Vanessa Minnillo, who also serve as a judge along with former model Cheryl Tiegs and former Top Model judge Nole Marin. Music will be by DJ ZONE

True Beauty has just premiered this past Monday January 5th and was a smash success. The TV reality show features 6 women and 4 men living together in a Los Angeles mansion under the impression that they are competing in a beauty pageant like reality competition series in which they will be judged solely on their physical beauty.

However, unbeknownst to them, the contestants will also be getting judged on their "inner beauty" and are put through scenarios that will make them reveal different aspects of their inner character.

Each episode features the judges monitoring the contestants, critiquing their behaviors, and ultimately eliminating one contestant. The contestants will only be told the truth about the competition as they watch a montage of their show behavior after their eliminations.

The contestant who shows that they are the most beautiful contestant -- on both the inside and out -- will be crowned the winner and receive an undisclosed cash prize as well as a spot in People magazine's 2009 "100 Most Beautiful People" issue.

To see the animated event evite go to http://www.jenyc.com/lauraleigh

To preview coming attractions to show you can go to http://www.abc.go.com/primetime/truebeauty/index?pn=index

Prime 511 W28th Street,
(Between 10th and 11th avenues)
New York City

For all press inquires and media passes
Please email RJ Romero of Manhattan Media
At manhattanmedia212@gmail.com

IABC EuroComm: Regional Conference Cuts Costs to Crack Credit Crunch

Regional Conference Cuts Costs to Crack Credit Crunch

January 8, 2009 - In a fast changing world, building new networks and developing new skills has never been more important. But getting value for money is equally important as companies and consultants continue to tighten their belts.

As the world faces fresh economic challenges, IABC Eurocomm 2009 offers vital networking and development opportunities with some of Europe and the Middle East's leading communication professionals.

 

"When times are tough, networking and development is an inspired investment," comments Rob Briggs, IABC Europe and Middle East Chairman. "As a not-for-profit network, IABC partners with sponsors and hosts to keep costs to an absolute minimum."

 

"We have been very fortunate to partner with the Università della Svizzera italiana (University of Lugano)," Rob continues. "It is through their support and Hugin Group (www.hugingroup.com), MetaDesign (www.metadesign.ch),Wide Circle (www.widecircle.eu) and World Television (www.unit.net) that we're able to keep costs as low as €550 when the average conference registration is over €1,300."

 

EuroComm 2009's prestigious speakers have been drawn from communications professionals and academics from across Europe and the Middle East.  They include:

• Nick Van Praag, Director of External Relations, UNHCR,
• Professor Cees van Riel, Managing Director of the Reputation Institute, and
• Clare Woodcraft, Director of Regional Communications, Middle East, Caspian and South Asia for Shell Exploration & Production

Plenary sessions during the two-day event will feature results from the IABC Research Foundation project on information overload, the latest developments in social media, and career prospects in turbulent times.  Break-out sessions will cover case studies on branding, lobbying, marketing communications, and measurement methods.

 

The varied programme includes topics such as:

 

• Employee Engagement - 'Creating an aligned workforce through professional employee communication' (Professor Cees van Riel, Managing Director, Reputation Institute)
  
  
• Career Management - 'Key success factors for a career in communications (Gerry Murray, Director, Wide Circle; Dr. Francesco Lurati, Academic Director Executive MScom Program, USI, Switzerland; Sandra Macleod, Group Chief Executive, Echo Research, UK; and Todd Civardi, Managing Director, Foster Crouch, International Executive Search Consultants, UK)
  
  
• Communication Challenges - 'Sex up your life: Europe's largest erotic company goes mainstream' (Assia Tschernookoff, Head of Communication, Beate Uhse)
  

"Right now, networking conferences like EuroComm are invaluable," Rob adds. "New networks can help uncover the hidden job market and unadvertised consulting projects. Plus professional development can boost your worth to companies and clients alike."

 

"The University offers excellent facilities and a relaxed atmosphere, giving conference participants ample opportunity to network and share experiences with communications professionals from across Europe and the Middle East," he concludes. "With plenty of valuable networking opportunities and respected speakers from Dubai, Germany, the Netherlands, Russia, the UK plus many more, EuroComm 2009 promises to be an outstanding investment for the year ahead."

For more information, and to reserve a place, visit http://www.eurocomm2009.com/

For more information about IABC in Europe and the Middle East, visit http://europe.iabc.com/

 

For more information about IABC globally, see www.iabc.com

 

 

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Notes to editors

 

At just EUR 550 (EUR 750 for non-members), IABC EuroComm 2009 offers a conference experience that is affordable and high in value, providing new thinking and insights into the challenges facing communicators today. 

 

EuroComm 2009 is supported by both the Swiss (SPRG) and Italian (FERPi) national public relations associations. Sponsors include Hugin Group (www.hugingroup.com), MetaDesign (www.metadesign.ch),Wide Circle (www.widecircle.eu) and World Television (www.unit.net).

 

Established in 1970, IABC is one of the few communications associations that works across borders to serve public relations and communications professionals in all sectors. The IABC Europe and Middle East Region (http://europe.iabc.com/) is one of IABC's most active regions, with membership increasing steadily by 20 percent per year to reach the present level of nearly 700 members. 

 

The University of Lugano (Università della Svizzera italiana/USI) was founded in 1996. As a public institution, it is part of the Swiss university system that comprises nine cantonal universities and two Federal Institutes of Technology. It is an academic competence center for communications research and the only Swiss university with a fully-fledged communications faculty and extensive experience in executive education for communication professionals. Students and faculty come from 40 different countries around the world. Benefiting from a unique geographic and cultural location, USI is a distinguished multilingual and multicultural university, with a broad international outlook. www.unisi.ch

For more information, visit www.eurocomm2009.com, email info@eurocomm2009.com or contact:

 

Robert Briggs, IABE EME Chair            

+44 207 653 4786                                            

Rob.briggs@rbc.com                                       

 

Gloria S. Walker, ABC, Conference Chair

+44 7811 175597

gloriawalkerabc@yahoo.com

 

Jennifer Hayes, University of Lugano

+41 58 666 46 05

jennifer.hayes@lu.unisi.ch

More Than 400 New York City Restaurant, Bar and Tavern Workers to Celebrate the 75th Anniversary Of The End Of Prohibation With Free Times Square Party

Empire State PR Francis Klien 646-781-9469 MORE THAN 400 NEW YORK CITY RESTAURANT, BAR AND TAVERN WORKERS TO CELEBRATE THE 75TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE END OF PROHIBATION WITH FREE TIMES SQUARE PARTY New York State Assemblyman Andrew Raia, Paul Hurley, President of United Restaurant and Tavern Owners Association and The Riese Organization announced today a free party for some 400 New York City bartenders, waitresses, chefs, food servers, bar managers, promoters and DJ's on Monday, December 15th to celebrate the 75 years since the end of prohibition. The gala from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. in Times Square at 729 7th Avenue in Manhattan is sponsored by the Riese Organization, which owns more than 100 restaurants and bars in the city, including well-known hot spots and family eating places such as: TGI Friday's, Houlihans, Charlie Os, Dunkin Doughnuts, Hawaiian Tropic, Nedicks, Nathans Famous, Martinis, KFC, Tads Steaks, Lindys, Roy Rogers, Shady Jakes and Tequilaville The Dec. 15th party will resemble a 1920s Roaring 20's speakeasy, with open bar and food menu prepared by world re-known chef David Burke. Party-goers will dress as flappers, zoot-suiters and in other 1920s outfits. Awards will be given to local television personalities. This event is the kickoff for the first ever NYC Bartender's Ball (www.nycbartendersball.com), which is taking place next year to assist local charities and not-for- profit organizations such as Family Residences and Essential Enterprises, (FREE) and City Meals on Wheels. Any member of the hospitality industry attending this complimentary gala must RSVP at info@nycbartendersball.com or call 646-781-9469. The event will bring together workers from nightspots in Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan , Staten Island and the Bronx to remember how the end of Prohibition provided legitimate employment for thousands. The Riese Organization has been doing business in The Big Apple since 1940. The Restauant and Tavern Owners Association is more than 70 years old.

New York City to celebrate 75th anniversary of the Bloody Mary on Red Monday

Tri-State Hospitality Association contact Natalie Smith 646-781-9468 New York City to celebrate 75th anniversary of the Bloody Mary on Red Monday Thousands of bars and taverns in the Big Apple will be celebrating Red Monday for the 75th anniversary of the Bloody Mary. The drink which is an American institution originated in Manhattan by a famous French bartender named Ferdinand Petiot when he came here in 1933. New York State and local officials will proclaim Bloody Mary Day and honor the granddaughter of Petiot with a citation and a Bloody Mary toast on Monday December 1, 2008 at 11:30 a.m. in the middle of Times Square at 1552 Broadway. A year-long celebration will take place throughout the United States with original Bloody Mary themed events. Millions consume Bloody Marys each day. Georgi Vodka and Murphy's Famous Bloody Mary Mix which are two local New York based companies will be handing out Bloody Marys throughout the tri-state area all day in honor of the anniversary. TGI Friday's Restaurants in New York City will be rolling back drink prices to 1933 levels. Martin Silver of Star Industries will join with officials from the Riese Organization which owns over 110 restaurants will be making a special announcement along with a special Bloody Mary that was invented by a local New Yorker, Steven Murphy, for the ceremony. The cocktail was originally called the "Red Snapper" because the term bloody was considered harsh for a drink in the 1930s. When Tabasco sauce was added to the drink the name "Bloody Mary" became a household word. In the 1960s it became popular to serve the cocktail with celery due to a guest at the Ambassador East Hotel in Chicago. --- What: Bloody Mary Celebrates 75th Anniversary in Times Square When: Monday December 1, 2008 at 11:30am Where: 1552 Broadway, Manhattan.

XX Women made in south Italy

Good day,

I am glad to inform you about an important artistic event I will take part at from october 31st to november 2nd.
It is sponsored by the italian Institute of Culture in New York, the fine arts academy of Reggio Calabria, the Provence of Reggio Calabria, the Prefecture of Reggio Calabria, the Commune of Reggio Calabria, Women Rose Movement of San Luca, the Presidency of the regional council, the Ministry for the Arts.
Here below a brief description of the project.

Artists are invited to take part at a great artistic event.
All artists will meet each other and live togheter in a B&B from october 31st to november 2nd to discuss about the artistic project, approach the town of San Luca and interpret the essence of the women who live in and collaborate with the Women Rose Movement of San Luca.
The artworks will be exhibited in a group show called "XX Women made in south Italy – Donne create in Italia" in New York and then in Reggio Calabria by the Province Palace.
Through this innovatory artistic event, the region of Calabria wants to communicate to Italy and to the whole world that now San Luca is not the base of \'ndrangheta anymore. It is healing itself and it requires peace. The italian authority has awarded the Women Rose Movement of San Luca and Rosy Canale, its founder and collaborator of the Reggio Calabria Academy as well, with the Giugno Locrese Prize - well known as Paolo Borsellino Prize – which is confered as a sign of admire and gratitude to those italian personalities who offered their engagement, consistency and courage in relation to their political and social action against violence and injustice.
Up to today many of these women have not still realized what is the real meaning of this award. But this made history. The news went round the newspapers, magazines and broadcasters of all over the world.
Beginning of october the "Los Angeles Times" published a wonderful reportage about this Movement and Rosy Canale. And so the "Sole 24 Ore" as well.

The press conference will take place on the 31st of October at 12.00 by the Province palace of Reggio Calabria. Prefect of Reggio, artists and curators will be present at the conference.

For further informations you can visit my website at http://www.nicolabettale.com/?go=user_pages/agenda_user&login=bett&expo_id=52615&section=detail

Message Sent by Ni.Be. Photography

Nightclub boss BIG MAC ATTACK (Philippe Starck, Shvo, Bovis, Douglas Elliman) WANT BEEF??

NYC Nightclub boss has BIG MAC ATTACK. Philippe Starck, Shvo, Bovis and Douglas Elliman all WANT BEEF??

New York City nightclub boss JE Englebert, the co-owner of Prime nightclub and Suzie Wong lounge is again pissed off..

For years, Englebert lived at the pristine "Downtown by Philippe Starck" building at 15 Broad Street in the Wall Street area. When the club owner heard the distinguished designer Philippe Starck, one of the most famous designers in the world had started to design a new building in the Gramercy Park area he jumped on the opportunity to buy in early. He bought another condo this time at the sumptuous "Gramercy Starck" 340 E 23rd Street high rise while it was under pre construction. Englebert figured the new location would be ideal, closer to his hot nightspots in West Chelsea. His elation turned to dismay quickly when the building's management allowed a storefront McDonald's to open. Is a tacky fast food joint the right image for a high end luxury building? Englebert thinks not. "McDonald's is a great American institution but does not belong at Gramercy Starck, a far star building. I've often come home, any time of the day and have found riff raff hanging outside the McDonald's. The sidewalk is littered with McDonald's wrappers. Plus the space reeks, you can smell burger grease."

Englebert has consulted a high priced lawyer and will be suing the building's sales, owners and management including Michael Shvo Real Estate, developer Bovis Lend Lease and Douglas Elliman Property Management for allowing this most unwelcome tenant to set-up shop. Englebert says "I have solid evidence that the building reps portrayed this as a high end building at the time of sale then allowing McDonald's in without disclosing this to any of the buildings buyers. The management was not acting in the best interest of the building by letting them in the commercial space. It was a shady move! If I knew about Mc Donald's before I closed on the unit I would have never bought there. All my neighbors are upset." Englebert has a lot of tenants behind him and is planning a class action suit.


Media already speaking about this:

Follow Suit By Braden Keil todays NY Post
Happy Meal Anyone??


Media Advisory, Media Alert
Contact: RJ ROMERO of Manhattan Media
Email: manhattanmedia212@gmail.com