Author: Kelly N/A

WEST HOLLYWOOD – A celebrity selfie struck gold last Sunday at the 86th Academy Awards when the image was retweeted around the world. The PickUp, West Hollywood’s Free Nighttime Ride, now hosts its own social media selfie contest. The “WeHo PickUp Artist Contest” will run until Saturday, March 15, 2014 and it will be a fun way for PickUp riders to enjoy some creative competition, with a chance to win prizes from local West Hollywood businesses. PickUp riders who board on Friday, March 7; Saturday, March 8; Friday, March 14; or Saturday, March 15 are encouraged to snap a selfie, alone or with friends, on or in front of The PickUp. To enter the contest, upload the photo (make sure it is creative and fit for Facebook’s terms and conditions) to the contest’s Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/WeHoPickUpContest and be sure to include the hashtag #wehopickup. Participants must be 21 years of age; a complete list of contest rules and prizes is posted on the...

West Hollywood, Calif.  – West Hollywood Community Housing Corporation (WHCHC) is thrilled to announce that Actor/Writer/Producer Dan Bucatinsky will serve as Master of Ceremonies for its 2014 Gala celebration, “Changing Lives/Making History,” which will take place on Sat., Mar. 22, 2014 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the London West Hollywood, 1020 N. San Vicente Blvd., West Hollywood. The Gala is WHCHC’s premier fund-raising event. Best known for his role in the ABC drama series Scandal; Bucatinsky won an Emmy Award for Outstanding Guest Actor in a Drama Series in 2013. Bucatinsky was the writer, producer, and star of the 2001 romantic comedy All Over the Guy. He has also appeared in episodes of many television series, including Curb Your Enthusiasm, Weeds, Friends, NYPD Blue, That ’80s Show, Frasier, Will & Grace, and Grey's Anatomy. Bucatinsky will attend “Changing Lives/Making History” with his husband, Screenwriter Don Roos. Bucatinsky will present WHCHC’s “Game Changer Award” to retired Federal Judge Vaughn R Walker, who...

Albuquerque, NM — Albuquerque (ABQ) Studios has announced that 13 hour-long episodes of the drama Hieroglyph, produced by 20th Century Fox TV and Chernin Entertainment, will begin filming at the studio later this month. Set construction is already underway on incredibly detailed sets taking up four of ABQ’s massive soundstages. The new show is a demonstration of the industry’s continued support for New Mexico’s enhanced film incentive program, which last year saw a boost to 30% direct cash rebate for qualified television series. Hieroglyph, starring British actor Reece Ritchie, is a drama set in ancient Egypt, where fantasy and reality are intertwined. It follows a notorious thief who is plucked from prison to serve the Pharaoh, navigating palace intrigue, seductive concubines, criminal underbellies and even a few divine sorcerers. “We wanted to do a show about deceit, sex, intrigue in the court and fantastical goings-on – no better place to set that than ancient Egypt,” said Fox Entertainment Chairman Kevin Reilly. Created by...

Los Angeles, CA - On the Feb. 5 segment of ABC’s The Chew, Lisa Fontanesi, cooking expert and food activist, featured Krazy Ketchup in her meal of not-so-fried chicken and sweet potato fries that has taken her to the finals of the show’s competition to become the next Weight Watchers Chef. Krazy Ketchup, a new all-natural and organic ketchup, uses only 100% certified organic ingredients, contains no processed sugars and is packaged in an easy squeeze bottle. Fontanesi first supported Krazy Ketchup as Program Manager of the Jamie Oliver Food Foundation (JOFF) and used it as a token product on the FoodRevolution Truck. Krazy Ketchup continues to be used by the FoodRevolution Truck as a Jamie Oliver approved product and Fontanesi continues to work with JOFF as the US Program Trainer. “Krazy Ketchup is proud to have been organically endorsed by Lisa Fontanesi and to be aligned with JOFF,” said co-founder Erin Rosen. “Our team wishes her the best of luck in the...

WEST HOLLYWOOD – Legendary actress Jane Fonda and Hollywood heartthrob Dylan McDermott will help kick-off the City of West Hollywood’s One Billion Rising for Justice event on Friday, February 14, 2014 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Sal Guarriello Veterans' Memorial, at the intersection of Holloway Drive and Santa Monica Boulevard. One Billion Rising for Justice is a global day of action in recognition of the 16th anniversary of V-Day, with events planned around the world to spotlight and embrace justice for survivors of gender violence. The City of West Hollywood’s event is the kick-off of One Billion Rising events in Southern California. “This is such a powerful, global campaign — I hope that you will join me for this kickoff event as we rise and dance for justice for the 1 BILLION women who are victims of violence and rape,” said Mayor Abbe Land. “Rise with us to show the world that West Hollywood respects the rights and dignity of...

Los Angeles, CA — Bosch, Caesarstone and Thermador united during Design & Construction Week, February 4-6, 2014 in Las Vegas to showcase inspiring design, a range of kitchen solutions and new products. Over three days, the brands successfully shared their vision of today’s kitchens and aspirational design in one masterfully designed booth conceived by award-winning kitchen designer Mick De Giulio. “The show was a huge success for all three brands and we were proud to be aligned with such reputable and globally recognized partners,” said Sagi Cohen, Caesarstone US CEO. “Mick De Giulio did an outstanding job portraying each brand’s individuality throughout the shared space.” The 4,000 sq. ft. booth hosted a variety of activities, from cooking demos by BSH chef Kyle Jakobi, specialty cocktails by mixologist Jordan Catapano, a special presentation by Mick De Giulio, and a Kitchen of the Year Retrospective with House Beautiful. The natural partnership between Bosch, Caesarstone and Thermador allowed the three brands to present attractive home and kitchen...