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The National Dominican Day Parade in New York City is a parade organized by people of Dominican heritage in the city. The event started in 1982 as a local celebration with concerts and cultural events in the Washington Heights section of Manhattan. Organized by Dominican American community leaders, the parade is held annually in August on 6th Avenue.

Similar parades to celebrate the culture of the Dominican Republic are also held every year in Haverstraw, New York, Paterson, New Jersey, Boston, Lawrence, Massachusetts, Philadelphia, Providence, Rhode Island, and along the Grand Concourse in The Bronx.

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Here is our latest Peace Day Sizzle reel, thank you Andrew Garropo for creating it, along with input from VP Austin Tang, Emily Post & John Henningson. 

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Other important stories and events:

1.    Ann-Margaret Carrozza, a well-known lawyer for the TV Show, Dr. Phil, Good Morning America, ET…creates her LIVE SHOW, “The Laws of Your Money” on Sunday 6/30 at 10:30 am on CBS 880AM. Ann has asked me to be her cohost and field callers’ questions about estate planning and asset protection issues. If any of you want to send me your legal planning questions ahead of time, she will be sure to answer you via email or on the show! Paul.sladkus1@gmail.com  Visit Ann on Facebook www.myelderlawattorney.com

2.    Speaking at our September 21^st, Times Square Events is Michel Labreche. Here is an interview with Michel. 

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Also, update, our September 21, 2024, Times Square, Celebration of those living in Peace & Climate Week, is going to be historic. So hold onto the date and join us. Here is our latest sponsor/donor deck should you know anyone who can benefit from the marketing at our event.

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We also are in final edit of our movie Woodstock Forever: Peace, Love & HOPE to be released this year. www.woodstockforever.com.   

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A pride parade (also known as pride event, pride festival, pride march, or pride protest) is an event celebrating lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) social and self-acceptance, achievements, legal rights, and pride. The events sometimes also serve as demonstrations for legal rights such as same-sex marriage. Most occur annually throughout the Western world, while some take place every June to commemorate the 1969 Stonewall riots in New York City, which was a pivotal moment in modern LGBT social movements.^[1][2][3] The parades seek to create community and honor the history of the movement.^[1][4] In 1970, pride and protest marches were held in Chicago, Los Angeles, New York City and San Francisco around the first anniversary of Stonewall.^[5] The events became annual and grew internationally.^[6][7][8] In 2019, New York and the world celebrated the largest international Pride celebration in history: Stonewall 50 – WorldPride NYC 2019, produced by Heritage of Pride commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Stonewall Riots, with five million attending in Manhattan alone.^[9

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The Hollywood Christmas Parade Is A Welcome Tradition On The CW

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Sometimes you can go home again, which for The CW came in the form of The 91^st Hollywood Christmas Parade. It aired on the broadcast network Friday, December 15.

A Tinseltown staple for over nine decades, The Hollywood Christmas Parade, in simple terms, is an indelibly American tradition. More specifically, it is a celebration of life, which is synonymous with love and support, and fun and escape. It is a gathering of like-minded individuals, all co-existing within a celebratory and charitable community spirit. It is a reminder, via The CW and producer Associated Television International, that tradition still matters (even following a reported shift in viewer preference and behavior). And, The Hollywood Christmas Parade is another reason why the linear broadcast model can still be beneficial.

Based on the fast affiliate ratings from Nielsen, an additional 164,000 viewers tuned in versus the network’s week-ago time period average. That was an increase of a hefty 43 percent.

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Historically…

The Hollywood Christmas parade began in 1928 under the name, The Santa Claus Lane Parade. Excluding 1942 to 1944, when World War II broke out, and during the pandemic in 2020, it has run every year. The parade was the idea of businessman Harry Blaine and the Hollywood Boulevard Association, and the plan at the inception was to draw more holiday season shoppers to the area, which was being promoted as the “world’s largest department store.”

The first Grand Marshal of The Hollywood Christmas Parade was veteran comedian Joe E. Brown in 1932.

In 1946, western star and singer Gene Autry was inspired to co-write the holiday classic Here Comes Santa Claus (Right Down Santa Claus Lane) after riding his horse in the parade where crowds of spectators chanted those very words.

In 1978, the annual event was renamed The Hollywood Christmas Parade, which coincided with a shift to its scheduling from Thanksgiving Eve to the Sunday after Thanksgiving.

This year, the emphasis of the parade was widened in focus to communities in celebration of the unsung heroes that have made a positive impact.

“We thought it was more important than ever to emphasize the community spirit,” said Laura McKenzie, who co-hosted with Dean Cain, Erik Estrada, former talk show host Montel Williams, and Elizabeth Stanton (World’s Funniest Animals).

“These are particularly trying times and we must stand together and honor all the people who have committed acts of bravery or self-sacrifice, but have not been celebrated or recognized,” noted McKenzie. “This parade truly defines a unified spirit and positive hope for the future. It is a time to come together and simply celebrate.”

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Flash to the present, and the annual Hollywood Christmas Parade, which benefited the Marine Toys for Tots charity, took place on Sunday, November 26 and ran for three miles along Hollywood Boulevard, Orange Street, Vine Street, and Sunset Boulevard. This year, U.S. Army Col. Paris D. Davis had the honor of being the Grand Marshal for Hollywood Christmas Parade.

“I am honored and very grateful to be chosen as Grand Marshal of the Hollywood Christmas Parade,” said Col. Paris D. Davis in a statement. “I am especially pleased that this wonderful annual tradition raises awareness of the important work that Marine Toys for Tots are doing to bring gifts and holiday cheer to those less fortunate.”

On March 3, 2023, Col. Davis received the Medal of Honor for his actions on June, 18 1965 during the Vietnam War when he led a group of South Vietnamese forces and American soldiers during a nighttime raid and rescued several injured soldiers on the battlefield (while suffering several gunshot wounds himself). The Medal of Honor, created during Abraham Lincoln’s presidency, is our country’s highest military award, recognizing gallantry above and beyond the call of duty.

“The parade also brings goodwill to people from all walks of life throughout the world,” added Col. Davis. “It’s a good reminder about what America stands for, who we are, and all that we can accomplish when we come together.”

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Marine Toys for Tots

Founded in 1947, Marine Toys for Tots delivers, through a new toy at Christmas, a message of hope to less fortunate youngsters that will assist them in becoming “responsible, productive, and patriotic citizens.” It began as a charitable event in Los Angeles and, in 2022, raised a reported (and unprecedented) 24.4 million toys, books and games, among other items, to a reported 9.9 million children.

In recent years, Marine Toys for Tots has expanded to support children and families in need throughout the year.

“We have been with The Hollywood Christmas Parade for about a decade now, and it is extremely beneficial for us in exposing our brand and our mission,” said General James B. Laster, CEO of the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation. “The Toys for Tots program started in Christmas of 1947 when a group of reserve marines in Los Angeles got together and decided they wanted to do something to help economically disadvantaged children and their community. Many of those children were war orphans. When the word got out, it started spreading and by 1948 almost all reserve units had a similar program.”

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In an interesting footnote, Bill Hendricks, who worked in the film industry, was the commander of the reserve unit that started Marine Toys for Tots. After he met the legendary Walt Disney and told him about the initiative behind the program, it was Disney who came up with the name Toys for Tots and the three little train cars in the logo.

There are two arms of the Marine Toys for Tots. The first is the Marine Core Reserves, who do the so-called “heavy lifting” during the holiday season. The second is the foundation that works year-round to oversee the logistics and the fundraising. Once General Laster took over the foundation in January 2020, the year-round literacy program was expanded to include the charity arm outside of just Christmas.

“Our new theme is a ‘year-round force for good,’ which includes a foster child program,” noted General Laster. “And The Hollywood Christmas Parade is a wonderful venue to educate and inform the American people and the public about what we do.”

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The 91st Annual Hollywood Christmas Parade

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An estimated 5,000 participants were in attendance for the annual parade festivities to witness a roster of celebrities, parade performers, bands, cars, colorful floats, equestrians, and larger-than-life character balloons. Among the celebrities and dignitaries at the parade were Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass; singer Dwight Yoakum; the pop group Aly & AJ; actors Brandon Routh, Ming-Na Wen, Denise Richards, Chris Kattan, Deidre Hall, Taytana Ali, Ernie Hudson, Andrew Walker and Craig Robinson; and singer and dancer Paula Abdul, who was awarded the Humanitarian of the Year Award.

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“Change can be good, particularly for The CW, which under the new leadership of the Nexstar Media Group has shifted to a platform populated primarily with already produced international content,” noted Robert Russo, President and CEO of RNR Media Consulting. “But that is not to say you should forget tradition, which in the case of The Hollywood Christmas Parade is a reminder of the value of feel-good and inspirational programming content.”

The Hollywood Christmas Parade culminated with the appearance of the Jolly Old Elf himself, Santa Claus, and his reindeer, ushering in the holiday season. As always, it reminds us of the value and importance of the positive community spirit for support and encouragement. Kindness and helping one another is something to celebrate!

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• 2023 American Idol Finalist & International Teen Music Sensation – “Stefan Benz”
• Industry Socialite and Pop Music Star – “Lika O”
• Boston Singer-Songwriter – ”Emilia Vaughn” 
• Slovakian Heiress and Popstar – “Sarah Caroline” 
• Teen Singer-Songwriter – “Bella Delle”
• iHeartRadio Los Angeles DJ – “DJ TyeHollywood”

The Vision: A New York City Spectacle
The partnership aims to establish a parade that encapsulates the magic and unity of New York City, creating a path from Columbus Circle to One Times Square. This event is envisioned to be a city-wide celebration, embracing families, communities, and the vibrant spirit of New York.

 “The Times Square Alliance is proud to work with Wonderama to host this exciting Halloween spectacular at the Crossroads of the World,” said Tom Harris, President of the Times Square Alliance. “Times Square continues to be a site of celebration for New York City, and we are eager to welcome kids and families at the culmination of next year’s grand parade.”

 Edward Mermelstein, Commissioner for International Affairs for the Mayor’s Office of the City of New York, stated, “As the home to the largest diplomatic community and celebrated as the most diverse city in the world, New York City epitomizes unity in diversity. This ambitious vision for the 2024 Wonderama Times Square Halloween Parade resonates with our city’s spirit of inclusivity, global collaboration, and boundless creativity. Together, we not only celebrate traditions but create new ones that reflect our city’s rich tapestry of cultures. Here’s to an event that will undoubtedly become a hallmark of New York’s vibrant legacy!”

And while you celebrate with us in the “Square”, check out the amazing “Dia De Dos Muertos” (Day Of The Dead) display of statues coordinated by the New York City Department of Transportation, the Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs and Times Square Arts.   You will be able to see the giant “El Charro Negro de Altixco” created by artist Gildardo Lozada.  (It is rumored that you can ask this “man in black” for a favor, but he may take your soul in return!)

 October 31st Press Event: A Glimpse of the Grandeur
This press event serves as a teaser to the grand parade, showcasing the potential and grandiosity of next year’s celebration. The event will highlight the Mayor’s Office For International Affairs, New York City’s “Dia De Dos Muertos” art exhibit in Times Square, as One Times Square transforms its iconic digital sign into the Wonderama Halloween Wonderwall.

A Year-long Celebration of Times Square:
Leading up to the grand parade in 2024, the trio of Wonderama, Times Square Alliance, and One Times Square will curate 52 weeks of unparalleled family events and entertainment, spotlighting Times Square as the heart of the city and the crossroads of the world. This continuous celebration ensures that the energy and enthusiasm of the city are felt throughout the year.

Goal: A “New” New York Tradition
This collaboration promises to birth a new tradition in New York, drawing families from all around the globe. The partnership eagerly anticipates the involvement of One Times Square in this year’s press event and looks forward to hosting the festivities for the Wonderama Times Square Halloween Parade in 2024.

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About Wonderama: Wonderama is a cross-platform media and entertainment lifestyle program that marries positive social impact with great TV. Building upon the legacy of the iconic “Wonderama” kids variety show that aired on U.S. television for over four decades, we create original and “curated” content that seeks to entertain, educate and inspire kids and families in this expanding market. Wonderama’s core mission is to encourage kids to aspire to their dreams. The goal of every program is to let kids know “to never lose your sense of wonder” and to inspire the belief in themselves to say, “hey – I can do that too!”
The new Wonderama is now in production of its eighth full season of original programming. The show airs 52 weeks a year, currently broadcasting to over 91 million U.S. homes, is syndicated internationally, and is bastioned by a social media influencer network of over 85mm followers and subscribers. With its headquarters located at the heart of New York City’s iconic Times Square, Wonderama TV broadcasts programming from the crossroads of the world.  Website: www.wonderamatv.com

 About The Times Square Alliance: The Times Square Alliance works to improve and promote Times Square – cultivating the creativity, energy and edge that have made the area an icon of entertainment, culture and urban life for over a century. Founded in 1992, the Alliance keeps the neighborhood clean and safe, promotes local businesses, manages area improvements and produces major annual events with partners including New Year’s Eve, Solstice in Times Square and Taste of Times Square. As the custodians of Times Square, the Alliance works every day to improve the quality of life for the neighborhood residents and businesses while driving economic growth in New York City. TSQ.org

 About Jamestown’s One Times Square:  One Times Square is a 26-story building located in the heart of Times Square in New York City and was built as the headquarters of The New York Times in 1904. Home to the New Year’s Eve ball drop, the globally-recognized building has been central to New Year’s Eve traditions celebrated around the world since 1907. By virtue of its location and wide exposure, advertising space at One Times Square is highly coveted and among the most valuable signage in the world.
One Times Square’s $500 million redevelopment is transforming the home of the iconic New Year’s Eve Ball into a modern day visitors center, a globally recognized landmark at the intersection of art, technology and entertainment. The redevelopment, which will open much of the building’s interior to the public for the first time in decades, includes the creation of a viewing deck, museum experience, and 12 floors of technology-enabled brand activations. www.onetimessquare.com

Thanks Errol Rappaport, Goodwill Ambassador for Wonderama and Pause the World for Peace for sharing this Press Release with Good News.

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“Network” (1976)

Program Director: Take 2, cue Howard.

Beale: I don’t have to tell you things are bad. Everybody knows things are bad. It’s a depression. Everybody’s out of work or scared of losing their job. The dollar buys a nickel’s worth; banks are going bust; shopkeepers keep a gun under the counter; punks are running wild in the street, and there’s nobody anywhere who seems to know what to do, and there’s no end to it.

We know the air is unfit to breathe and our food is unfit to eat. And we sit watching our TVs while some local newscaster tells us that today we had fifteen homicides and sixty-three violent crimes, as if that’s the way it’s supposed to be!

We all know things are bad — worse than bad — they’re crazy.

It’s like everything everywhere is going crazy, so we don’t go out any more. We sit in the house, and slowly the world we’re living in is getting smaller, and all we say is, “Please, at least leave us alone in our living rooms. Let me have my toaster and my TV and my steel-belted radials, and I won’t say anything. Just leave us alone.”

Well, I’m not going to leave you alone.

I want you to get mad!

I don’t want you to protest. I don’t want you to riot. I don’t want you to write to your Congressman, because I wouldn’t know what to tell you to write. I don’t know what to do about the depression and the inflation and the Russians and the crime in the street.

All I know is that first, you’ve got to get mad.

You’ve gotta say, “I’m a human being, goddammit! My life has value!”

So, I want you to get up now. I want all of you to get up out of your chairs. I want you to get up right now and go to the window, open it, and stick your head out and yell,

“I’m as mad as hell,

and I’m not going to take this anymore!!”

Prada Marfa neighbors

Greetings from The Highway!

Driving along US 90 in West Texas this year near the Prada Marfa store, I came across this on the Marfa-Van Horn section of the highway.

It is a “Tethered Radar Balloon” that I was wondering might be part of the Blue Origin Rocket Base, 100 miles or so North of there.

I did not notice this last year and being so close to the road, I would not have missed it.

It was visible for many miles and

I don’t think it was traffic control for the Parade Marfa Store,

which was about 10-15 miles down the road.

Not sure if this is similar to what “Creating News Now” (CNN) is reporting over Montana.

“Anderson, The Sky Is Falling, The Sky Is Falling” or “The Russians Are Coming! The Russians Are Coming!’

Lookout, that Green Comet might be “The Blob” (1958) about to strike Earth!!! 

I think we all need to watch the 1976 movie classic, “Network” and the 2020 docudrama, “The Social Dilemma” and then ask ourselves how manipulated we’ve become. Honestly, I’m not sure if truth exists anymore…at least in media.

Ted

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