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Film Review: Halloween Ends

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Director: David Gordon Green

Writer: John Carpenter, Debra Hill, Paul Brad Logan, and Others

Cast: Jamie Lee Curtis, Andi Matichuk, Will Patton, and Rohan Campbell

2018 marked the 40th year since Haddonfield, Illinois was introduced to its very own Boogeyman. It was also the year that said boogeyman, escaped from prison and went on a murderous spree resulting in his disappearance. Four years may have passed but Laurie Strode has been battling this demon most of her life, she knows it’s just a matter of time before evil rises again. This time will be different though, this time will be Laurie’s last battle. This time she will conquer Michael Myers or die trying.

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Disney Publishing Worldwide Celebrates the Launch of Melissa de la Cruz Studio

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Disney Publishing Worldwide, book industry professionals, media, and well-wishers came together for the launch of Melissa de la Cruz (MEL) Studio at a reception held at Versa in New York City with special guests Melissa de la Cruz and Mariko Tamaki, author of one of the first Melissa de la Cruz Studio projects, Anne of Greenville.

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Film Review: SMILE

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Director: Parker Finn Writer: Parker Finn Cast: Sosie Bacon, Jessie T. Usher, Kyle Gallner, Robin Weigert, Caitlin Stasey with Kal Penn, and Rob Morgan

Runtime: 1 hour, 55 mins

Rated R for strong violent content and grisly images, and language.

Dr. Rose Cotter is a workaholic devoted to her profession as a psychiatrist. Opting to work in a county clinic instead of with wealthy clientele, she’d become accustomed to a fast-paced environment where anything can happen. She thought she was prepared for anything, but nothing could prepare her for witnessing the suicide of a patient. After witnessing the horrific death of a young patient she was unable to help, the good Dr. comes face to face with the same affliction. In a race against time, Dr. Cotter must find a cure or meet certain death, with a smile.
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Nubeluz Opens at The Ritz Carlton New York

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On Friday, September 23, Paul & Dayssi Kanavos, with daughter Sophia Kanavos, celebrated the opening of Nubeluz, the newest cocktail destination from award-winning Chef José Andrés, located on the 50th floor of The Ritz Carlton New York, NoMad in the heart of Manhattan at 25 West 28th Street.

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Lang Lang & Friends Gala Concert and Dinner 2022

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On Wednesday, September 21, 2022, the Lang Lang & Friends Gala Concert and Dinner returned to New York City. Founded in 2008 by Lang Lang, the Lang Lang International Music Foundation (LLIMF) strives to educate, inspire, and motivate the next generation of music lovers and performers. Their unique programs encourage music performance at all levels as a means of social and emotional development for today’s youth. By igniting a child’s passion for music, the foundation is helping children worldwide aim for a better future.

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Diner En Blanc Makes A Festive Return To NYC

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Monday nights are rarely exciting but his past Monday we had a night to remember with Diner en Blanc. The annual dinner party made a fabulous return to NYC to celebrate its tenth year in the Big Apple. For those who aren’t in the know, every year thousands of people gather at a secret location for a night of dinner, fashion, art, and beauty. 

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Celebrate Oktoberfest at Clinton Hall

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Enjoy Oktoberfest-ivities and all the flavors of a German Biergarten at Clinton Hall now through Monday, October 17th at their FiDi, W. 36th Street, E. 51st Street, and Williamsburg locations. Oktoberfest staples such as Hot Jumbo Pretzels with mustard marmalade and fondue cheese ($15), Potato Pancakes with sour cream, apple sauce, and chives ($9), and Schweinpops, a slow-roasted pork lollipop creation with amazing craft beer-infused gravy ($16) will be included on their special menu.

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Stephen Goudeau Makes NYFW Debut with Spring/Summer 2023 Collection

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Stephen Goudeau’s Spring/Summer 2023 collection reminded us that fashion should take one on a journey. Making his New York Fashion Week debut, Goudeau, the Dallas-based designer, and label founder, showed his pieces against the backdrop of silhouettes moving across the screen up from the depths of fire and despair to the heights of hope and light.

The collection’s yin and yang are stark and compelling.

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