November 22nd, 2013
Social Media Breakfast Syracuse #10 Panel: Kimberley McCoy, Rachel Boucher, Matthew De Bellas and Sarah Massett (with moderator Patrick Finlon, left).
This kind of collaboration is encouraging.
We finally got to attend a Social Media Breakfast here in town. The group had its latest meeting at Syracuse Stage on Thursday, and the focus was how arts organizations engage online. Participants included representatives from The Red House, The Everson Museum, CNY Arts and Art Rage.
The discussion ranged from generating unique content and boosting awareness to using “gamification” (rewards) and data collection methods to gain new followers/supporters.
What was most impressive is that you didn’t have to be a savvy social media manager or represent an art venue to pick up pearls of wisdom from this conversation. Quick, power-packed, yet very filling, it was like breakfast for your head.
Tags: Art, Art Rage Gallery, CNY Arts, Everson Museum, Facebook, Google +, Patrick Finlon, SMBSYR#10, Social Media Breakfast, Syracuse Stage, The Redhouse, twitter
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November 21st, 2013
Thanks to Kofi Jacque, aka One Black Voice (at the former OnaJava), who was an early supporter of the SIF venture.
Tags: 2013, folk, Guitar, Kofi Jacque, Music, OnaJava Cafe, One Black Voice, Throwback Thursday
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November 20th, 2013
“Creating When We Were Wanderers required actors to excavate and mine their personal experiences…” Ryan Johnson-Travis, Director
Corcoran, Obeng and Jordan: Three of the seven ladies who took the stage to discuss race and gender at CFAC tonight.
Bravo to director and actor Ryan Johnson-Travis. The theater man continues to write, direct and produce some creative stage work along the Connective Corridor Arts District. His latest conception, “When We Were Wanderers” closed tonight to a packed house at the Community Folk Art Center’s Black Box Theater. The play touched on a plethora of emotions, and honestly explored race and gender from a female perspective.
Later this weekend brothers will grace the stage at CFAC for the CNY Mocha Men production by Me’Shae Brooks Rolling. The Mocha Men event will focus on financial literacy.
Tags: 2013, Acting, Candienne Obeng, CFAC, Connective Corridor, Kierra Jordan, Nicole Corcoran, Ryan Johnson-Travis, Syracuse University, Theater, We Were Wanderers
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November 20th, 2013
We saw a poll this morning online and were not surprised that data showed Chick Fil-A is the most desired fast food franchise here in Central New York. Another one of our favorites is Danny Meyer’s Shake Shack. Shake Shack is not a franchise, but would be a great addition to Armory Square or the Connective Corridor.
Tags: 2013, Business, Chick-fil-A, Connective Corridor, Food, Shake Shack, Syracuse, Syracuse Demographics, Washington DC
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November 16th, 2013
“Ideas are not inventions, they are discoveries.”- Leah Busque
Judge of Style
This is a post about canines and couture. After attending the Leatherstocking Cluster Fall Dog Show on Friday, we were not only impressed by the breeds and the training, but also by the style exhibited by the breeders and owners. Most participants were impeccably attired in designer gear, and some looked ready for runways themselves. From our conversations with judges and others, this chic fashion sense has always been a part of these shows. Maybe if the breeders don’t look good, the dogs won’t look (so) good.
Clean Cut
Creative Uniformity
Best in Glow
Pattern Recognition: The Country Gentleman
Tags: 2013, Fashion, NYS Fairgrounds, Salt City Cluster Fall Dog Show
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November 16th, 2013
Moe was the Best in Show winner at Ring 1 at the NYS Fairgrounds on Friday.
We have to thank Jen from Niagara Falls, who talked to us about the rules and regulations for dog show competitions. Also Jan Paulk gave us some insight into what the judges look for during the contests. Moe (pictured above) was born in Russia and will celebrate his fourth birthday on December 12, 2013 (not pictured, his son Pickles).
Moe is examined by AKC Judge Jan Paulk.
Prancing to victory
Tags: 2013, Animals, NYS Fairgrounds, Salt City Cluster Fall Dog Show, Sports
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November 16th, 2013
Poison Ivy from Rochester is prepped at the Leatherstocking Cluster Dog Show on Friday.
Tags: 2013, AKC, American Kennel Club, Animals, Central New York Kennel Club, NYS Fairgrounds, Salt City Cluster Fall Dog Show, Syracuse
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November 16th, 2013
Here is a short video re-mix from the Blowin’ In The Wind show at the area’s newest concert venue, DestiNY USA’s Canyon.
Tags: 2013, Blowin' in the Wind, Destiny USA, Michael Joe Jackson, Music
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November 14th, 2013
Millwood on the attack (from 2003) during a Salty Dogs game at Liverpool Stadium.
The Syracuse Silver Knights announced today that former Syracuse Salty Dog and Baltimore Blast player and champion Machel Millwood will be joining their squad, and re-uniting with former teammate and now coach Tommy Tanner. Millwood was a crowd favorite when he kicked off his pro career with the Salty Dogs a decade ago. He is best remembered for his hustle and heavy footed, thunderous shots on goal.
Hopefully, the younger players on the squad will glean from Millwood’s championship experience.
Tags: 2013, Machel Millwood, MISL, Soccer, Sports, Syracuse Salty Dogs, Syracuse Silver Knights, Throwback Thursday, USL A-League
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November 14th, 2013
Here is a photo of Brooklyn Nets Center/Forward Andray Blatche from his days as a Henninger High School star.
Tags: 2013, Andray Blatche, Basketball, Henninger High, High School Sports, NBA, Sports, Syracuse, The Brooklyn Nets, Throwback Thursday
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