Pendleton Neighborhood Council Meeting: Monday, July 6, 2009

For more information about location, visit our website here.

My Summer Video Plans...Whats Yours?

Just days before analog television went digital, I decided to get rid of my cable television and opt just the survive on local television and Netflix. Here are the next 5 vids in my Netflix que....any thoughts or suggestions?

Issues 101

Bolt

Batman: Gotham Knight

Serial Mom

Gone Baby Gone

Hyundai's Latest Offer: Cheap Gas!

I guess I missed the boat on this one.

I purchased my Hyundai Elantra over a year ago, but am thinking about upgrading to a new auto with this deal.

CNN reported today that Hyundai has a new promotion which allows new owners to lock in gas prices @ $1.49 for an entire year ---- of a grand cold money.

Things that makes you go hmmmmm.......

Mario Does Cincinnati

Mario Lopez toured Cincinnati today and actually visited the Reds game this evening. He was filming a spot for EXTRA tonight.

Here are some pics that I found on the web....he is too much!

Cincinnati Man Dies of Swine Flu

Well it was inevitable.

It did not take 20 years like Samuel Clemons had predicted, but the length of time was significant.

The Enquirer reported today that the first Ohio death from the swine flu was reported here in Greater Cincinnati in Butler County.

Read the article here.

Street Car Movie Screening @ The Carnegie

Over @ Somewhere Over-The-Rhine are words about a great opportunity to find out more about streetcars around the United States and GM.

I plan to attend and hope to see you there!

Top 10 MJ Tunes

We are all reeling in the aftermath of the loss of the King of Pop last week.

And I have not been immune to the thraw.

I am still composoing a more in-depth post about what the icon meant to me and the rest of the world, but I just wanted to share my top 10 MJ hits.

10. The Girl is Mine

9. Remember The Time

8. Jam

7. Keep It In The Closet

6. Liberian Girl

5. Scream

4. I Want You Back

3. Man In The Mirror

2. P.Y.T.

1. The Way You Makin' Me Feel

Equinox Cincinnati: Pride is not over yet!

I know that this event, which is sponsored by Greater Cincinnati's Gay Chamber of Commerce, is not connected with any of the Pride events that occurred a few weeks ago, but it does give us another reason to let down our hair and paint the town pink!

I just picked up my tickets to become a Host for the event.

For more information about the 3-day event (July 2-5) and a list of venues, check out the event website.

See you there!

Final 3 Days! 1/2 Priced Resumes, Cover Letters, Business Plans and More!

Just a little shameless promo for my company's Summer Stimlas Special, ending June 30, 2009.

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Cincinnati Does Idol

In the latest attempt to capitalize on American Idol and its subsequent "Reality TV" following, Cincinnati's own world renowned Opera Company conducted its first Cincinnati Opera Idol last night.

A few weeks ago 160 eager vocalist tried out for 10 coveted spots and last night those 10 voices shined.

Coincidentally; one of the best voices of the evening was my co-worker, Quarndra Ryan.

Throughout the night the 10 spectacular voices were supposed to be weeded down to 5, but due to a tie in the voting, 6 singers we pushed through to the next round of voting.

And my dear Quarndra made it!

The next round of voting for the first ever Cincinnati Opera Idol will begin Monday where online votes will be counted for at least a week.

Go to http://cincinnatiopera.com/ and watch the top 6 performers and then cast your vote.

Don't worry about forgetting because I will be sending out reminders here, on facebook and twitter.

May the best one win (go Quarndra!)

Ed McMahon Dies @ Age 86

He will definitly be missed.

WWCBD: What Would Chris Brown Do?

People Magazine answered some of the questions that we all had on our minds about the Monday's court appearance of Chris Brown and Rhianna.

More than four months after Chris Brown allegedly assaulted her, Rihanna is expected to break her silence Monday during testimony in a Los Angeles court. The hearing is to determine if there's enough evidence for a trial against Brown.

Here are some answers to frequently asked questions about the case:

What will she say?

Rihanna's lawyer has steadfastly said the singer will comply with prosecutors and tell the truth. Her testimony is expected to mirror a detective's report. Experts say she could be on the stand for approximately two hours, including cross-examination by Brown's attorney. Cameras won't be allowed in the courtroom.

Will Brown be there in person?

Yes, he's required to attend.

But isn't it true that she can't be forced to testify?

Correct. While Rihanna is legally required to appear in court, she could refuse to take the stand and the court cannot threaten her with jail time [as can be done in a non-domestic violence case]. At most, she could be punished with fines or other sanctions, but a judge may be reluctant to do so. Also, prosecutors could decide last-minute not to call her as a witness.

Are the rumors true that she hit him first that night?

It's unknown – and may not soon be known. The detective's report makes no mention that she physically instigated the alleged fight, which the report says was started over a text message Brown received from a previous lover. Lawyers for both Rihanna and Brown had no comment on this question. The judge also may not allow questions to be asked about previous physical fights the couple may have had, which would be seen as outside the scope of a preliminary hearing.

Find out the rest of what People Magazine found out here.

Secrets to Writing the Perfect Resume --- Seminar

Here is information about the first seminar that I am offereing through my small business ION Consultants.

The following is what it is about, but more info can be found at http://ionconsultants.googlepages.com

Searching for a new job, whether you are an entry level candidate or someone with experience, can be a very disheartening experience. With the number of unemployed on the rise, coupled with many employers scaling back its workforce; employers are looking for any reason to discard your resume.

Should your resume be emailed or snail mailed?

Is more than one page okay?

What style of resume is appropriate?

Should a thank-you be handwritten?

At this seminar you will learn how to stand out in a pile of applicants.

You will come out armed with skills to produce a resume that reflects your best self, an engaging
and provocative cover letter, and all the proper follow up.

In this seminar we will examine:

- The resume, both in its hard copy and electronic form - The cover letter - The Thank You
Letter- Any Additional Correspndance

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Camera Woes

I live and die by my cell phone.

I take pictures with it.

I blog with it.

I twitter with it.

Sometimes I even sleep with it (just kidding).

Needless to say, my cell phone keeps me connected in this small world. Especially while I am at work where, even on my breaks, we are unable to check our personal email....yea, know.

Since my phone seem to be the center of my life, the information that it stores can, at some point be irreplaceable.

Like, pictures, from Pride last weekend or the phots I snapped of my brothers high school graduation.

Yesterday, I had what some may call, a crash and lost alot of things stored on cell-y.

Moral of the story.....post more pics to your blog, facebook and fickr accounts!

Top 5 Hottest Single Sexy Stars of The Summer

People Magazine just posted a list of some of the Hottest Single Men of the Summer. Some of them are not my cup of tea, but all are very drinkable.

Here are my personal Top 5


# 5 CHACE CRAWFORD - I have never seen the original Footloose, but he sure does make me want to see the remake.

#4 ROBERT PATTINSON - Twilight hottie and also a major player in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire

#3 DWAYNE JOHNSON - I think I like him better as "The Rock"...but no complaints here.

#2 ADAM LAMBERT - You got robbed my man!

#1 COMMON - Do I need to say more?