On The Town
Tuesday, 10 April 2012 23:16
What’s The 411’s Andrew Rosario checked outthe New York International Auto Show, one of those signature events in New York City that signals that spring is finally here. The Show offers virtually every make and model vehicle sold in the U.S. under one roof giving consumers the unique opportunity to see everything the auto industry has to offer. What’s The 411’s video gives a glimpse of the autos featured including Mercedes Benz, BMW (motorcycles and hybrid vehicles), Chevrolet Camry, Range Rover, Rolls Royce, Bentley, an Infinti race car, Ford, Acura, Honda motorcycles, and Jeep, just to name a few.
What’s The 411also gives you an up close and personal view of Terrafugia’s Transition, a car that flies or an airplane that drives on the road. Does the Jetsons come to mind? The Transition is one of the most innovative automobiles to date. Cliff Allen, Terrafugia’s Vice President of Sales gives the backstory on the Transition.
In this video, Andrew Rosario also spoke with Christopher Sams, the public relations executive for the New York Auto Show, about the joys and challenges of creating and promoting a great show.
Started in 1900 as North America’s first automotive exhibition, the New York International Automobile Show has grown to be the place where new and innovative automotive ideas get displayed on a national and world stage.
Combined with New York City's energy, and the fact that metro New York is one of the nation's largest markets for new car and truck sales, the New York International Automobile Show is now one of the most important automotive events in the world.
According to the show’s organizers, no other event brings the business, consumer and lifestyle press, Wall Street's financial community, the marketing and advertisers of Madison Avenue, and the nation's largest and most diverse metropolitan population together in such a unique way.
Tuesday, 28 February 2012 00:00 Last Updated on Friday, 06 April 2012 21:29
What’s The 411 (http://www.whatsthe411.com) captured The Positive Community Magazine’s festive celebration saluting, Hal Jackson, the legendary 97 year-old radio pioneer.
The video features an interview with Mr. Jackson against the backdrop of booming music; as well as those extolling Mr. Jackson’s great contributions to our community. Mr. Jackson, the founder of the Talented Teens program, explained that throughout his life, he received great joy helping those who wished to put their dreams into action.
The event organized by Adrian Council, The Positive Community Magazine Founder and Publisher; and Stacie N.C. Grant, Empowerment Specialist & Event Strategist; was held at Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church, which is led by Reverend Dr. Johnny Ray Youngblood.
Featuring the sounds of WBLS-FM Radio DJ, Dr. Bob Lee, the dance party was practically nonstop especially when Soul Line Dance Guru Kenny J and his crew took to floor.
Saturday, 04 February 2012 00:00 Last Updated on Wednesday, 29 February 2012 22:46
Barbara Bullard for What’s The 411 checked into the VIP preview reception for the third annual 2012 Harlem Fine Arts Show, a leading showcase for modern and contemporary African Diasporic art.Held on February 3, at The New York Times Building, the preview reception brought together a diverse group of power brokers, collectors, and art enthusiasts to celebrate the imagination and spirit of the visual arts community.
In this video, we meet Dion Clarke, Founder of the Harlem Fine Arts Show and President of JWD Enterprises; Michelle Lee, Wells Fargo, Regional President for the Northeast; artist Sir Shadow; Cathy Shannon of ENS Gallery Kentucky; artist T. Ellis; Donna Mussenden-Van Der Zee wife of famed photographer Van Der Zee; Andrew Mitchell Co-Founder, Harlem Fine Arts Show; Rachel Cheeks Gabban, Director of Global Diversity, Pepsico; and Charlane Brown Wyans, Professor at Berkeley College and St. Johns University.
A two-day exhibition of more than 100 emerging and established multicultural artists followed on February 11 and 12 at the historic Riverside Church of New York City.
Friday, 30 December 2011 21:35 Last Updated on Wednesday, 29 February 2012 22:49
C. Knox LaSister, an urban planner and real estate attorney, held an opening reception for Homage, a group art exhibit celebrating the work of his mother, Myra Pankey LaSister, and other artists. Renowned artist and illustrator, Al Johnson, curated the exhibit, which was held in a stylish “pop-up” gallery, called Knox Gallery located in a West Harlem townhouse that is awaiting sale. Al is also the Creative Director of Knox Gallery. The event brought out Harlem and New York City art lovers and those who just enjoy a good party, including Congressman Gregory W. Meeks from Queens.
In addition to the joyful paintings of Ms. LaSister, the exhibit featured the work of Ademola Olugebefola, Adger Cowans, Al Johnson, Jennifer Anne Moses, Mary Zee, Omo Misha, Otto Neals and Tomo Mori.
Barbara Bullard conducted the interviews.
Saturday, 24 December 2011 14:16 Last Updated on Saturday, 24 December 2011 15:27
NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal dropped into a Barnes & Noble in New York City to sign copies of his new book, SHAQ UNCUT.
Hundreds of people lined up to get a signed copy of his book and some even brought basketballs for his signature.
Wednesday, 07 December 2011 00:00 Last Updated on Friday, 30 December 2011 00:01
http://whatsthe411.com was in the mix when Indique Hair launched its Studio Collection THE PERFECT 10, just in time for the holidays. And, the ladies didn’t let a little rain (actually a lot of rain) keep them away from the celebration. They were lined up in the rain outside of Indique Hair’s flagship store in SoHo for a few hours because the promotional giveaways were off the chain! The first 10 women on line won a Perfect 10: 10 piece clip-inset in PURE Wavy or BOUNCE Relaxed Straight (retail value $175 to $229)!
The event, sponsored by Ericka Dotson of Indique Hair and hosted by Danielle Gray of The Style and Beauty Doctor and Bag Ladies Radio, included:
- In-store consultations with Indique Pro Stylist Tiffany Peterson,
- Exclusive giveaways,
- Generous discount on select items, and
- A few ladies were chosen to enter Indique Hair’s exclusive Holiday Makeover Lounge!
And, if that wasn’t all, someone won a pair of Indique BLINK Mink lashes and two people won two (2) tubes of Limited Edition BOUNCE MYSTERÉ Curl and an install by Indique Pro-Stylists among other prizes. And, two tubes are enough to cover a full head.
When Indique Hair throws a party, you want to be in the house!
Wednesday, 07 December 2011 00:00 Last Updated on Tuesday, 03 January 2012 14:17
The Krimson movement made a stop in Brooklyn with the Krimson By Kwame Bows in Brooklyn. Kwame Jackson, Entrepreneur and The Apprentice First Season Runner-up, gave us the “411” on his new line of executive neckwear, which includes classic long ties and his latest style addition, Krimson bowties! The affair featured holiday cocktails and a festive trunk show at a location in downtown Brooklyn. And, we might add that the ladies were really rockin’ the ties! Could this be a fashion trend in the making?
Wednesday, 07 December 2011 00:00 Last Updated on Tuesday, 13 December 2011 22:10
The winners of What's The 411 Networks' 2011 Holiday Giveaway are Stephanie Frizzel, Rachel Sapin, and Bridget Thoreson. Stephanie, Rachel, and Bridget won a 30-Day Unlimited MetroCard to get their holiday shopping on! Woo-hoo!
Unfortunately, Rachel isn't in the video because she was tied up with school (she is doing graduate studies in journalism).
This holiday sweepstakes was held on Facebook. The winners were randomly selected by a Facebook contest app. The contest was open to those who "Liked" What's The 411 Networks' Facebook page between October 27, 2011 and November 30, 2011. The winners were chosen on December 1, 2011.
Like What's The 411's Facebook page at WhatIsThe411 and be counted among our growing list of fans! You never know when you may win some freebies. So Like WhatIsThe411.
Congratulations ladies!
Thursday, 10 November 2011 00:00 Last Updated on Tuesday, 13 December 2011 22:11
Redemption, Inc., a nonprofit youth-education and community empowerment organization, celebrated theArt of Legacy at its annual fundraising gala on Thursday, November 10, 2011, at Brooklyn Borough Hall, 209 Joralemon Street, Brooklyn, NY.
The theme, theArt of Legacy, honored people who have left a legacy for their children or for others to live by. The honorees included: Dr. Una Clarke, former NYC Councilmember, 40th District, Brooklyn, New York; Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke, Member of Congress, NY-11th Congressional District; Charles Grannum, D.M.D, Cosmetic Dentist; Colvin Grannum, President and CEO, Bedford Stuyvesant Restoration Corporation, Inc.; Jeffrey Grannum,Managing Agent for Flagstaff Clapham Group Real Estate Co. and Retired Director of Labor Relations, NYC Transit; Vera Moore, President and CEO, Vera Moore Cosmetics; and Consuela Helms, National Vice President, Product Development and Training, Vera Moore Cosmetics.
Also featured in the video are: Honorable Major R. Owens, former Member of U.S. Congress and Distinguished Professor, Medgar Evers College of the City University of New York (CUNY); NYC Councilmember Jumaane Williams; and Tiffany Tucker, President and Founder, Redemption, Inc.
Wednesday, 26 October 2011 00:00 Last Updated on Friday, 16 December 2011 00:15
What's The 411 (http://www.whatsthe411.com) attended a Libby Ross Foundation Breast Cancer Awareness month event. The Libby Ross Foundation presented several singer-songwriters at a mini-concert, the Songwriters Beat, in Manhattan in an effort to raise awareness about breast cancer and to raise money for breast cancer research.