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Photo Pop Philly’s Winter Wonderland Debuts

Special Holiday-Themed Philadelphia Phillies Motion Capture

Experience

PHILADELPHIA, PA (December 2019)

— After major success this past summer,

Photo Pop Philly

is back this holiday season! The first ever holiday installment of the pop-up opened in November and includes more interactive art than ever before. Photo Pop is ready for guests to immerse themselves in the joyful enchantment of Winter Wonderland. Over

15 local Philadelphia artists

, some new and some returning, have presented ideas of what “Winter Wonderland” means to them in the exhibit which includes over 30 installations and murals.

Photo Pop Philly proudly announced its newest partner, the

Phillies

, this past month. Photo Pop\’s Operations and Technology Director, Andrew Stapp, created an amazing motion capture experience for guests to enjoy that incorporates the latest partnership. With this installation, guests can participate in an interactive winter experience that makes you feel like you’re right in front of Citizens Bank Park. \”When I created the motion capture experience, I envisioned guests enjoying the best part of winter; the snow! Merging snowmen and baseball together was a no brainer,\” explained Stapp. Stapp is also the owner of

Xplore VR Studios

, a Virtual Reality/Augmented Reality development studio.

The Phillies Snowmen aren\’t the only new additions popping up for December. In Photo Pop’s newly designed motion capture room, guests can dance as all kinds of holiday characters in various winter settings.

With the addition of this Phillies themed motion capture experience, the winter season is sure to be a home run at Winter Wonderland. As the oldest, continuous, one-name, one-city franchise in American professional sports, Photo Pop is proud to be partnering with a team that has such strong roots in Philadelphia.

Photo Pop Philly is open to the public from now until January 5th. General admission tickets are on sale now at

PhotoPopPhilly.com

. Connect with Photo Pop by visiting their

website

and following along on

Instagram

,

Twitter

, and

Facebook

. For media inquiries, please contact

Molly@PhillyPRGirl.com

.

ABOUT PHOTO POP PHILLY

Photo Pop Philly is an interactive art exhibit that strives to design thought-provoking and wholesome experiences weaving art, pop culture and seasonal celebrations together.  Guests can escape reality, have fun, and express themselves, all while taking one-of-a-kind photos. It’s the first of its kind in Philadelphia. Winter Wonderland is Photo Pop’s third exhibit.

Fan-Favorite Broadway Shows in 2020 at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino

Tickets go on sale December 13

at

HardRockHotelAtlanticCity.com

and

Ticketmaster.com

or 800-745-3000

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J.

(December 9, 2019)

– Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City and Nederlander Worldwide Entertainment announced today a 2020 partnership to co-present three fan-favorite Broadway shows that will take place at the Sound Waves Theatre inside the resort destination.

The announcement follows a successful summer premiere of the Tony®, Grammy® and Olivier® Award-winning hit musical

Jersey Boys

that will now return by popular demand to Hard Rock Atlantic City as one of three featured productions in the 2020 season. The lineup of shows also includes

Jim Steinman’s

Bat Out of Hell

,

and

Chicago

, the longest-running American musical in Broadway history.

“Hard Rock Atlantic City could not be more thrilled to partner with Nederlander Worldwide Entertainment for the second consecutive year, collaboratively bringing more renowned Broadway shows to the iconic Atlantic City Boardwalk in 2020,” says Joe Lupo president of Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City. “

Jersey Boys

is coming back to town by popular demand, along with

Bat Out of Hell: The Musical,

and

Chicago

, all of which speak favorably to our brand and customers.”

“We are proud and excited to partner with Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City to present a new series of Broadway-styled shows,” says Robert Nederlander Jr., President and CEO of Nederlander Worldwide Entertainment. “Hard Rock and Broadway are two great entertainment brands that together promise a unique experience for audiences of all ages. Combining popular shows, historic memorabilia, world-class restaurants and more makes Sound Waves in Atlantic City a new entertainment destination for local audiences and regional visitors.”

Tickets go on sale December 13 at

HardRockHotelAtlanticCity.com

and

Ticketmaster.com

or 800-745-3000. The 2020 shows include:

JIM STEINMAN’S

BAT OUT OF HELL – THE MUSICAL

March 27 – April 5, 2020

Bat Out Of Hell – The Musical

wowed critics and public alike when it played limited seasons at Manchester Opera House, London Coliseum and London’s Dominion Theatre from 2017 – 2019. The musical also ran successfully in Canada, Germany and at New York’s City Centre last summer.

Bat Out Of Hell – The Musical

won the Radio 2 Audience Award for Best Musical at the Evening Standard Awards and was nominated for 8 WhatsOnStage Awards, including Best New Musical.

Bat Out Of Hell

became one of the best-selling albums in history, selling over 50 million copies worldwide.  16 years later, Steinman scored again with

Bat Out Of Hell II: Back Into Hell

, which contained the massive hit “I Would Do Anything For Love (But I Won’t Do That).”

For the stage musical, the legendary and award-winning Jim Steinman has incorporated iconic songs from the Bat Out Of Hell albums, including “You Took The Words Right Out Of My Mouth,” “Bat Out Of Hell,” “I Would Do Anything For Love (But I Won’t Do That)” and “Two Out Of Three Ain’t Bad,” as well as two previously unreleased songs, “What Part of My Body Hurts the Most” and “Not Allowed to Love.”

In

Bat Out Of Hell – The Musical

, the electrifying rock songs of Mr. Steinman propel an epic story of rebellious youth and passion as Strat, the immortal leader of The Lost, has fallen in love with Raven, the beautiful daughter of the tyrannical ruler Falco.

Bat Out Of Hell – The Musical

is produced by David Sonenberg, Michael Cohl and Tony Smith features book, music, and lyrics by Jim Steinman, direction by Jay Scheib, additional choreography by Xena Gushthart, with musical supervision and additional arrangements by Michael Reed, set  & costume design by Jon Bausor, original costume design by Meentje Nielson, lighting design by Patrick Woodroffe, video design by Finn Ross, sound design by Gareth Owen and orchestration by Steve Sidwell

Jim Steinman’s

Bat Out of Hell

– The Musical plays Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City, March 27 – April 5, 2020. Performances are Monday at 8PM; Wednesday at 8PM; Thursday at 2PM and 8PM; Friday at 8PM; Saturday at 2PM and 8PM; and Sunday at 3PM. Tickets $34 – $104 for Monday – Friday performances, and $44 – $124 Saturday and Sunday performances. For more information, visit

BatOutOfHellMusical.com

or

hardrockhotelatlanticcity.com

. For theatre groups of 10 or more, call (609)449-6037 or email

boxoffice@hrhcac.com

.

JERSEY BOYS

June 16 – 28, 2020

Jersey Boys

is “working their way back” to Atlantic City with a return to Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City after a sold-out run last summer.

Jersey Boys

is the winner of the 2006 Best Musical Tony Award®, the 2006 Grammy Award® for Best Musical Show Album, the 2009 Olivier Award for Best New Musical and the 2010 Helpmann Award for Best Musical (Australia). Directed by two-time Tony

®

Award-winner Des McAnuff,

Jersey Boys

is written by Academy Award-winner Marshall Brickman and Rick Elice, with music by Bob Gaudio, lyrics by Bob Crewe and choreography by Sergio Trujillo.

Jersey Boys

is the behind-the-music story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons.  They were just four guys from Jersey, until they sang their very first note. They had a sound nobody had ever heard… and the radio just couldn’t get enough of. But while their harmonies were perfect on stage, off stage it was a very different story – a story that has made them an international sensation all over again. The show features all their hits including “Sherry,” “Big Girls Don’t Cry,” “Oh What A Night,” “Walk Like A Man,” “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You” and “Working My Way Back To You.”

The

Jersey Boys

design and production team comprises Klara Zieglerova (Scenic Design), Jess Goldstein (Costume Design), Howell Binkley (winner of the 2006 Tony

®

Award for his Lighting Design of

Jersey Boys

), Steve Canyon Kennedy (Sound Design), Michael Clark (Projections Design), Charles LaPointe (Wig and Hair Design), Steve Orich (Orchestrations) and Ron Melrose (Music Supervision, Vocal/Dance Arrangements & Incidental Music).

Jersey Boys

is produced by Dodger Theatricals, Joseph J. Grano, Tamara and Kevin Kinsella, Pelican Group, with Latitude Link, Rick Steiner, and NETworks Presentations.

Jersey Boys

plays Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City June 16 – 28, 2020. Performances are Monday at 8PM; Tuesday at 8PM; Wednesday at 8PM; Thursday at 2PM and 8PM; Friday at 8PM; Saturday at 2PM and 8PM; and Sunday at 3PM. Tickets $44 – $124 for Monday – Friday performances, and $54 – $144 Saturday and Sunday performances. For more information, visit

JerseyBoysTour.com

or

hardrockhotelatlanticcity.com

. For theatre groups of 20 or more, call (609)449-6037 or email

boxoffice@hrhcac.com

.

CHICAGO

August 4 – 16, 2020

With a legendary book by Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse, music by John Kander and lyrics by Fred Ebb,

Chicago

is now the #1 longest-running American musical in Broadway history –and it still shows no sign of ever slowing down! There’s never been a better time to experience

Chicago

, Broadway’s razzle-dazzle smash. This triumphant hit musical is the recipient of six Tony Awards®, two Olivier Awards, a Grammy®, thousands of standing ovations and now the #1 longest-running American Musical in Broadway history.

Chicago

has everything that makes Broadway great: a universal tale of fame, fortune and all that jazz; one show-stopping song after another; and the most astonishing dancing you\’ve ever seen. It’s no surprise that

Chicago

has wowed audiences from Mexico City to Moscow, from Sao Paulo to South Africa. And now it’s coming to Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City!

Whether you\’re looking for your first Broadway musical, whether you\’ve seen the Academy Award®-winning film and want to experience the show live on stage or whether you\’ve seen it before and want to recapture the magic,

Chicago

always delivers!

Chicago

plays Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City August 4 – 16, 2020. Performances are Monday at 8PM; Tuesday at 8PM; Wednesday at 8PM; Thursday at 2PM and 8PM; Friday at 8PM; Saturday at 2PM and 8PM; and Sunday at 3PM. Tickets $44 – $114 for Monday – Friday performances, and $54 – $124 Saturday and Sunday performances. For more information, visit

chicagothemusical.com/ustour

or

http://hardrockhotelatlanticcity.com

. For theatre groups of 10 or more, call (609)449-6037 or email

boxoffice@hrhcac.com

.

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Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City

Set on 17 acres, with the legendary Atlantic City Boardwalk as its backdrop, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City has become Atlantic City’s go-to entertainment destination, boasting 2,200 slots, 120 table games, more than 20 first-class restaurants and lounges, and world-class entertainment, including Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena, the beachside Sound Waves and Howie Mandel’s Comedy Club. The hotel and casino also features the iconic Hard Rock Cafe, overlooking the Atlantic City Boardwalk, showcasing a brand new elevated menu and state-of-the-art stage, allowing for an amplified level of service and entertainment. Along with an endless array of upscale amenities, including world-class shopping and the brand’s signature full-service Rock Spa® and Salon, featuring 31 treatment rooms, the new, music-inspired property offers lavish guest rooms and suites, with stunning views of the city and Atlantic Ocean. From family vacations and business trips to weddings, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City offers an unparalleled experience. Each of the hotel’s guest rooms and suites radiates a contemporary style, including Hard Rock’s signature The Sound of Your Stay® music amenity program, which allows guests to set the mood with complimentary vinyl records or jam out on a Fender guitar in the privacy of their own room. Hotel guests can enjoy high speed, property-wide Wi-Fi, 24-Hour In-Room Dining, towel and chair service at Hard Rock Beach or at the indoor pool, and access to Body Rock® Fitness Center. For more information and to book your stay, please visit

hardrockhotelatlanticcity.com

.

Nederlander Worldwide Entertainment

Founded in 2000, Nederlander Worldwide Entertainment is part of the Nederlander family of companies which has been a leader in the live entertainment industry for 107 years. Nederlander Worldwide Entertainment is focused on the expansion of the Broadway and Nederlander entertainment brands into new and emerging markets globally.  Today, NWE develops, manages, and operates theatres worldwide including the upcoming 2,000-seat SIIC Broadway Theatre in Shanghai; produces Broadway and related shows in domestic and international markets, such as the Broadway-bound musical

Shimmer

; and undertakes cultural and education initiatives, such as Graduate Certificate in Performing Arts Enterprise, established in partnership with Boston University’s Metropolitan College.

6 Reasons Why Men Hire Escorts

(Gloucestercitynews.net)(Dec. 10, 2019)–One of the most common reasons why men hire escorts is because they are not getting sexual satisfaction in their current relationship. However, there are other reasons, and you will be surprised that they are not all about sex. Here are some of the reasons why men hire escorts.

Partners don\’t make them sexually satisfied

Let\’s start first with the most popular reason, which is their partner doesn\’t meet their sexual needs. Men usually have high libidos, and although they love their partners, if they are not

satisfied with their sex life, it could cause them to look for sexual satisfaction elsewhere. It doesn\’t necessarily mean that they no longer love their partners, but they are looking for a way to achieve their sexual fantasies without any strings attached.

London escorts

are professional in what they do. They will provide their service for business, and they will be discreet, so there will be no calling or texting afterwards unless you initiate the communication with them.

One woman is not enough

Some guys are not content having sex with only one woman. No matter how much they love their partners and how attractive they are, they are still looking to experience sex with other women. It doesn\’t mean that all men are like this. As mentioned, there are some who are, and they want variety when it comes to sexual partners and experiences.

They want a deeper connection

Hiring an escort isn\’t always about sex. Sometimes, men want intimacy, which is more on the emotional side. These men and their partners may not have an intimate relationship as before because of various reasons, including tiredness from work and household chores, and taking care of the kids. They need someone that they can talk to and who will listen to them, and this is one of the reasons why some men hire an escort.

It\’s a convenient way to have company

Men have their sexual needs to satisfy, and this is true with those who travel a lot. Instead of having a relationship in every country they go to, which can be a hassle, they go for a professional escort service because of its convenience. Once they leave the city or state, they don\’t have to worry about anything like maintaining a relationship, since it\’s purely business.

The partner becomes more of a mother

In the first stage of the relationship, things may be running smoothly, and there\’s sweetness all over. However, as time passes by, things gradually change. That once sweet partner is now nagging about everything, including small issues. Men can get frustrated over this, and this might push them to look for an escort who will not nag at them during the duration of the service.

Men feel unnoticed

When men feel that they are not prioritized, they might seek attention from other women, including escorts. They will be their escort\’s priority while they are together, so they will feel wanted and important, which is something that they might want from their partners.

Professional escorts will have their clients as their priority, and they will do everything that they can to satisfy their needs.

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Dionne Warwick joins Peace Starts With Me Rally

New York, NY — Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award and Six-time Grammy winning singer Dionne Warwick has just been added to the list of performers for the most celebrated peace rally in the U.S., “Peace Starts

With Me” December 28th at the Prudential Center. Featuring Grammy award winning talent including Grammy award winning Gospel star Hezekiah Walker, Grammy winning artist Yolanda Adams, and a 2000 Voice Choir made up of local singers from across the Tri-State Area under the direction of Emmy Award winning producer A. Curtis Farrow.  The entertainment will be rounded out by Gospel sensations Kim Burrell, Joanne Rosario Condrey, an Orchestra, dancers and much more. The Peace Starts With Me rallies, gather thousands of people from a wide variety of national, racial, and religious backgrounds to stand united for peace.

Co-sponsored by Family Federation for World Peace and Unification (FFWPU) and the American Clergy Leadership Conference (ACLC), the Peace Starts With Me rallies have been an enormous success since their inception in 2017 at Madison Square Garden featuring Hezekiah Walker. The second stop on the tour was Nassau Coliseum in Long Island, New York with Grammy award winner Yolanda Adams and Citizen Way.  The third stop was in Los Angeles at the City of Refuge mega church home of Bishop Noel Jones, and in June the Peace Starts with Me Rally took MGM Grand in Las Vegas by storm. At every Rally the thousands in attendance were treated to a keynote address by the Mother of Peace Dr. Hak Ja Han Moon.

The last stop for 2019 is Saturday, December 28th at 3:00pm at the Prudential Center in Newark, NJ.  This rally for peace is a free event and all are welcome.  This event has inspired clergy from around the world to join in.

This is an event you don’t want to miss. For your free tickets, go to

www.peacestartswithme.com

.

It’s not too late to join the 2000 voice Choir for Peace, go to

www.voicesforpeacechoir.com

or call 973-643-6262 for more information.

DIONNE WARWICK

Dionne Warwick is one of the most charted female vocalists of all time, with 56 of her singles making the Billboard Hot 100. She was just awarded Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award and has garnered six Grammys over the course of her illustrious career. Her voice and music are recognizable to fans young and old.

BISHOP HEZEKIAH WALKER

Bishop Hezekiah Walker has two Grammy Awards, as well as numerous Stellar, Dove, Vision, Soul Train, and Gospel Music Workshop of America (GMWA) Awards. Hezekiah was recently inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame, continuing to uplift the masses from far and wide with inspirational songs that focus on maintaining faith and overcoming life’s daunting moments. Hezekiah actively pastors the thriving Love Fellowship Church, which he founded in his native Brooklyn, New York.

YOLANDA ADAMS

After twelve albums, five Grammys and performing for several U. S. presidents, she still wows audiences all over the world, ever since her 1988 debut album, “Just As I Am.”  Yolanda Adams is renowned for pioneering the blend of modern gospel music infused with soul and jazz.  In addition to being a gospel superstar, she has reigned on radio airwaves for more than ten years as the host of her own show, “The Yolanda Adams Morning Show,” which has been heard in over sixty markets nationally.

KIM BURRELL

Pastor Kim Burrell is a Grammy Award-nominated and Stellar Award-winning singer known for her dynamic, distinctive and captivating voice. Her passion is for ministry and music. A native of Houston, Kim has performed in notable venues and ministries around the world. Her prayer is that she would be used as a vessel of change; that her spirit-filled singing and preaching will touch the lives of many.

JOANN ROSARIO CONDREY

was first introduced to gospel audiences by Fred Hammond with her debut album More More More. Since then, Joann has become a wife, mother, international bilingual worship leader, and pastor. Joann pastors RainFire Church in Douglasville Georgia with her husband, Cory “Coco Brother” Condrey, and is passionate about helping people grow in their relationship with Jesus.

DR. HAK JA HAN MOON

Dr. Hak Ja Han Moon, affectionately known as the “Mother of Peace.” For the past three years, she has been on a worldwide “Peace Starts With Me” speaking tour, calling every individual to become a co-creator of a lasting peaceful world, starting with themselves. The heart and soul of Dr. Moon’s, and her late husband Rev. Sun Myung Moon’s, lifelong ministry, spanning more than 50 years, is the ideal of the family as the cornerstone of world peace.

A. CURTIS FARROW

A choir director since the age of nine, Mr. Farrow was named as one of the most influential men in Gospel music. In 2014 Mr. Farrow fulfilled a long-time dream to break the Guinness World Record for World\’s Largest Gospel Choir by organizing and leading 1171 voices. In 2017 Mr. Farrow amassed a 3000 Voice Choir for Peace at Madison Square Garden. For the twentieth year Mr. Farrow brought his directing and producing talents to McDonald’s Gospelfest 2019 and has received 14 Emmy nominations and won two Emmy awards for producing the McDonald’s Gospelfest television specials for the past nineteen years. Mr. Farrow was responsible for the organization, planning and execution of the home going services for the Late Whitney Houston, the Queen, Aretha Franklin, watched by millions around the world.

Mount Holly Township Hosts 2019 Holiday Tree Lighting

Mount Holly, NJ

– Come celebrate the most wonderful time of the year at Mount Holly’s Annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony on Friday, December 6, 2019 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Mount Holly’s downtown district will be transformed into a Winter Wonderland for this family-friendly event, sponsored by Mount Holly Township.  This event is free and open to the public.

The celebration will feature live performances from a variety of acts, including but not limited to the Lumberton school of music, Mount Holly Township School children’s choir, Dansation School of Dance and more.

Santa, Mrs. Claus and their elves will also make an appearance, helping to light the township’s Holiday Tree, located at the intersection of Washington and High Streets, with more than 3,000 lights. Once the tree is lit, all will be invited to have their pictures taken with Santa and Mrs. Claus.

WHAT:

Mount Holly Township’s Annual Holiday Tree Lighting and Celebration

WHEN:

Friday, December 6, 2019 –

rain or shine

6 to 9 p.m.

WHERE:

Downtown Mount Holly

High Street and Washington Street

DETAILS:

Several roads will be closed throughout the evening’s event to accommodate pedestrian foot traffic. Road closures begin at 5:00 p.m., and include: High Street from Rancocas/Garden to Washington Street; and Mill Street from Pine to Park Drive. Alternate routes will be made available, and Mount Holly Police Officers will be onsite to direct traffic around the closures, and will provide members of the media guidance as to where they should park.

Media will have access to closed roads – Pine Street/Mill Street to Washington Street/Park Drive – and will be allowed to pull right into the event for easy loading/unloading and use of equipment. Please note: free, designated Media parking will be available in municipal lots – ideal lot location is the far back municipal lot, one block away from tree lighting location.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:

5:00 p.m. – Roads Close (High St. from Garden to Mill/Washington & Mill Street at the T)

6:00 p.m. – Announcements, words from our Sponsors

6:00 p.m. – RCBC Chamber Choir

6:35 p.m. – Dansations School of Dance

6:45 p.m. – Santa and Mrs. Claus Arrive

7:00 p.m. – Tree Lighting with Santa Claus (Free Hot Chocolate and cookies, while supplies last)***Sponsored by The Woman’s League

7:00PM – The Bolongos

7:30PM – Mount Holly Township School Children’s Choir

7:00 – 9:00 p.m. – Take a picture with Santa and Mrs. Claus

8:45 p.m. – Last Chance to see Santa

9:00 p.m. – Event Ends

Now That\’s The Christmas Spirit!

By CNBNews.net Staff

(GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ)(Dec. 5, 2019)——With all

the turmoil in the world it is nice to hear some good news now and then. Kelli Sharp, (nee Pfeffer)recently shared just such a tale with CNBNews about her family, friends and perfect strangers helping her get the Christmas Spirit.

Kelli, resides on Market Street with her husband Brett and their children. Kelli is a 1998 graduate of Gloucester High. This past summer the Sharp family lost all of their Christmas decorations they had stored in their basement because of the severe flooding on that street in June.

Sharp said, \”I, along with many members of my immediate family,

have lived, in Gloucester City our entire life. In June my immediate family and I where one of the residents on Market Street affected by the flood. We lost everything in our basement. That included all my Christmas decorations and I do mean all. I have added to my collection year after year. My children would say our house looked like a winter wonderland.\”

\”With not having decorations not even a tree I really was not feeling the Christmas spirit this year.

My brother took to Facebook on Nov 30.

My aunt, Connie Devoe, reached out to a local organization called \”The Helpers.\”

That same night my brother showed up with a truck full of Christmas stuff. Stockings, lights, garland a tree. Decorations for the inside and outside of my house.\”

\”I was overwhelmed with the generosity.

I can\’t thank everyone enough who helped us this year. It meant so much to me and my family.

We spent this past Sunday decorating.\”

\”There is so much sadness and death in the world. Somedays that is all you hear about on the television or radio. The people who helped us have instilled my trust and confidence in the human race.\”

\”On behalf of my family I would like to publicly thank my brother John Pfeffer, my aunt Connie DeVoe and \”The Helpers\” including Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Spotts and Terey and Jean Ayres. Hopefully I have not forgotten anyone if so please forgive me. I have included some photos of the new decorations. \”

EDITOR\’S NOTE: If you have a Christmas tale you like to share send it to CNBNews1@gmail.com

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Parade of Lights is  Just Around the Corner

PHILADELPHIA PA–\’

Tis the season to get festive with family! Hosted by

CBS 3

anchor

Jan Carabeo

,

Parade of Lights

is coming up this Saturday, December 7. Spend the afternoon decorating seasonal crafts like a gingerbread boat in Santa\’s Workshop on the Water* or a fractal tree in

River Alive!

Say \”cheese!\” for a family photo in our merry Makerspace and take home a holiday LED frame*.

Museum members enjoy special benefits at Parade of Lights, like access to the Member\’s Lounge and an exclusive take-home activity! Read on below to learn more about how you can become a member and take advantage of these perks.

After an afternoon of fun, a parade of local working boats will take to the river illuminated in lights for all to see at 5:15 p.m.

(*additional fees apply)

PARADE OF LIGHTS TICKETS

Mount Holly\’s Holiday Tree Lighting, Celebration Friday

Mount Holly, NJ

– Come celebrate the most wonderful time of the year at Mount Holly’s Annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony on Friday, December 6, 2019 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Mount Holly’s downtown district will be transformed into a Winter Wonderland for this family-friendly event, sponsored by Mount Holly Township.  This event is free and open to the public.

The celebration will feature live performances from a variety of acts, including but not limited to the Lumberton school of music, Mount Holly Township School children’s choir, Dansation School of Dance and more.

Santa, Mrs. Claus and their elves will also make an appearance, helping to light the township’s Holiday Tree, located at the intersection of Washington and High Streets, with more than 3,000 lights. Once the tree is lit, all will be invited to have their pictures taken with Santa and Mrs. Claus.

Several roads will be closed throughout the evening’s event to accommodate pedestrian foot traffic. Road closures begin at 5:00 p.m., and include: High Street from Rancocas/Garden to Washington Street; and Mill Street from Pine to Park Drive. Alternate routes will be made available, and Mount Holly Police Officers will be onsite to direct traffic around the closures, and will provide members of the media guidance as to where they should park.

Media will have access to closed roads – Pine Street/Mill Street to Washington Street/Park Drive – and will be allowed to pull right into the event for easy loading/unloading and use of equipment. Please note: free, designated Media parking will be available in municipal lots – ideal lot location is the far back municipal lot, one block away from tree lighting location.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:

5:00 p.m. – Roads Close (High St. from Garden to Mill/Washington & Mill Street at the T)

6:00 p.m. – Announcements, words from our Sponsors

6:00 p.m. – RCBC Chamber Choir

6:35 p.m. – Dansations School of Dance

6:45 p.m. – Santa and Mrs. Claus Arrive

7:00 p.m. – Tree Lighting with Santa Claus (Free Hot Chocolate and cookies, while supplies last)***Sponsored by The Woman’s League

7:00PM – The Bolongos

7:30PM – Mount Holly Township School Children’s Choir

7:00 – 9:00 p.m. – Take a picture with Santa and Mrs. Claus

8:45 p.m. – Last Chance to see Santa

9:00 p.m. – Event Ends

Winter Offerings Announced  at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City

Atlantic City, N.J. (

December, 2019)

– Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City announced today their winter hotel package, casino promotions, food and beverage events and show-stopping entertainment lineup that guests won’t want to miss.

Hotel

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City will offer a chart-topping

“Winter Escape Package”

starting at $79, which includes an overnight stay (Monday through Thursday), a $60 dining credit to be used at Fresh Harvest Buffet and two tickets to Howie Mandel’s Comedy Club® Monday through Thursday. Book your stay today at

hardrockhotelatlanticcity.com

.

Casino

“Pro Football Pick ‘Em Challenge”

– The $500,000 Pro Football Pick ‘Em Challenge continues into the final stretch in December with $25,000 in weekly prizes. Wild Card Members can select their picks every day, each week for up to seven entries per week (1 entry per day) for the Sunday and Monday games at the Pro Football Pick\’em Kiosks. The winning teams can be viewed on Tuesdays at Wild Card Services or online at

HardRockHotelAtlanticCity.com

. Weekly winners can receive up to $10,000 cash for the most correct picks and 600 random winners will receive $25 in Free Play.

$50,000 Jingle Bell Rock Sweepstakes

– Hard Rock Atlantic City will be hosting a $50,000 Jingle Bell Rock Sweepstakes on Wednesday, December 25 from 6:30 p.m. until 11 p.m. where there will be ten winners of $500 in Free Play or promotional chips given out every 30 minutes.

$100,000 New Year Sweepstakes

– Hard Rock Atlantic City celebrates the countdown to 2020 with a $100,000 New Year Sweepstakes on Monday, December 30 from 12 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. where ten winners of $500 in Free Play or promotional chips will be given out every 30 minutes, followed by an announcement of 20 winners’ names announce at 8 p.m. for their chance to win $1,000 in Free Play or promotional chips.

To participate in casino promotions, players must be a Wild Card Reward Member.

Classic Rockers

– A special $20,000 Bingo will take place in Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena on Sunday, December 8 at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. for Wild Card Reward Members who are 55 years of age and older featuring $10,000 in cash prizes during each session.

Classic Rockers can also enjoy a 2-for-1 Buffet or 50% off one Buffet from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. at Fresh Harvest Buffet Monday through Wednesday in December.

Food & Beverage

Christmas Cookie Decorating Class

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Hard Rock Atlantic City’s Executive Pastry Chef is offering up a sweet class for those interested in taking their cookie decorating skills to the next level. Join the event in the Hard Rock Cafe Backstage on Saturday, December 14 at 3 p.m. where you can learn how to prepare cookies inspired by Christmas wreaths, snowflakes, and reindeer themed cookies.

Sign up today at

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Kuro’s Bento Box

– Experience a Taste of Kuro with the Bento Box Special on Sunday and Monday nights through December 23. For $29.99 guests will enjoy a total of five chef curated samplings from each station of the Japanese kitchen, from Tempura to Sushi, plus Miso soup.

Rock Spa® & Salon Specials

Rock Spa® & Salon is offering unforgettable winter specials for those who need to unwind this season including:

“Warm All Over” Stone Massage

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50 minutes – $115, 80 minutes – $175

Melt away the winter blues and ease muscle tension with warm river stones combined with Swedish techniques on strategic points on the spine, back, hands and feet.

“Warm it Up” Wrap Remix – 110 minutes – $192

The ultimate healing experience that warms you up and wraps you in bliss. Enjoy a rhythmic dry brushing, and a detoxifying wrap to nourish your skin. A 50-minute Synchronicity massage and cleansing facial mask completes your experience.

Holiday Survivor Massage – 50 minutes – $95, 80 minutes – $155

Classic light to medium pressure massage offering the perfect escape from daily stress. Long gliding strokes relax the body and ease the mind.

Bath Soak Add-On $25

Warm up your body treatment with a 20-minute soak in our soaking tub. The added benefits of almond and macadamia nut oils leaves skin soft and supple.

“Warm Up” Salt Stone Pedicure – 50 minutes $65

Warm up and slip away into a restful state where repair and restoration can take place. Warm Himalayan salt stones help rebalance and regenerate the mind and body.

New at Rock Spa:

“Forever Young” Facial – 50 minutes $95

Introducing the i-Genesis ritual with Derm Young products. Designed to help promote optimal cell to cell communication to bring out the radiance from within. These natural proprietary ingredients will activate your inner repair system to correct existing damage and prevent future problems for “Forever Young” skin.

On Saturday, December 7, Rock Spa® & Salon will be hosting a “Forever Young” Facial Launch Event

beginning at 10 a.m. Meet DermYoung Founder, Dr. Yang Sui Brooks PhD.

DermYoung is a breakthrough skin care company founded by the skin scientists at Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School’s largest teaching hospital where most of the world’s aesthetic laser technologies are developed.

I-Genesis was quite literally inspired by love when DermYoung founder and skin biologist Dr. Yang Sui Brooks developed it as a gift for her mother.

Schedule a 25-minute, $50 “Forever Young” DermYoung Facial at the launch event and receive a $25 credit toward the purchase of DermYoung retail products.

Book your treatment today by calling (609) 449-5380.

Entertainment

12/2 – 12/5 – Greg Fitzsimmons & Adam Degi – Howie Mandel’s Comedy Club

12/6 – LeAnn Rimes “You and Me and Christmas” Tour – Sound Waves

12/7 – Hallmark Channel Presents Mariah Carey “All I Want For Christmas Is You” – Hard Rock Live @ Etess Arena

12/9 – 12/12 – Dan Naturman & Tom McTiernan – Howie Mandel’s Comedy Club

12/13 – The Cult “A Sonic Temple” – Sound Waves

12/16 – 12/19 – Craig Gass & Joe Fernandez – Howie Mandel’s Comedy Club

12/27 & 12/28 – Jim Breuer – Sound Waves

12/28 – Earth Wind & Fire – Hard Rock Live @ Etess Arena

12/29 & 12/30 – Human Nature – Sound Waves

12/31 – Kool & The Gang  / K.C. & The Sunshine Band New Year’s Eve Party – Hard Rock Live @ Etess Arena

Nightlife

DAER Nightclub

12/6 – Elephante

12/7 – DJ Five

12/13 – IKON

12/14- Deorro

12/20 – Chachi

12/21- DJ VICE

12/27 – Scooter & Lavelle

12/28 – DJ RUKUS

12/31 – Two Friends

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Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City

Set on 17 acres, with the legendary Atlantic City Boardwalk as its backdrop, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City has become Atlantic City’s go-to entertainment destination, boasting 2,200 slots, 120 table games, more than 20 first-class restaurants and lounges, and world-class entertainment, including Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena, the beachside Sound Waves and Howie Mandel’s Comedy Club. The hotel and casino also features the iconic Hard Rock Cafe, overlooking the Atlantic City Boardwalk, showcasing a brand new elevated menu and state-of-the-art stage, allowing for an amplified level of service and entertainment. Along with an endless array of upscale amenities, including world-class shopping and the brand’s signature full-service Rock Spa® and Salon, featuring 31 treatment rooms, the new, music-inspired property offers lavish guest rooms and suites, with stunning views of the city and Atlantic Ocean. From family vacations and business trips to weddings, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City offers an unparalleled experience. Each of the hotel’s guest rooms and suites radiates a contemporary style, including Hard Rock’s signature The Sound of Your Stay® music amenity program, which allows guests to set the mood with complimentary vinyl records or jam out on a Fender guitar in the privacy of their own room. Hotel guests can enjoy high speed, property-wide Wi-Fi, 24-Hour In-Room Dining, towel and chair service at Hard Rock Beach or at the indoor pool, and access to Body Rock® Fitness Center. For more information and to book your stay, please visit

hardrockhotelatlanticcity.com

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About Hard Rock®:

With venues in 76 countries spanning 262 locations that include owned/licensed or managed Hotels, Casinos, Rock Shops® and Cafes – Hard Rock International (HRI) is one of the most globally recognized companies. Beginning with an Eric Clapton guitar, Hard Rock owns the world\’s most valuable collection of music memorabilia at more than 83,000 pieces, which are displayed at its locations around the globe. In 2018, Hard Rock International was recognized as a Forbes Magazine Top Employer for Women and Land Operator of the Year at the Global Gaming Awards. In 2019, Hard Rock International was honored as one of Forbes Magazine’s America’s Best Large Employers, Forbes Magazine’s Top Employers for Women and No. 1 in J.D. Power’s 2019 North America Hotel Guest Satisfaction Study among Upper Upscale Hotel Chains. Hard Rock destinations are located in the world’s greatest international gateway cities, including its two most successful flagship properties in Florida and home to the world’s first Guitar Hotel® in South Florida, where its headquarters are located. The brand is owned by HRI parent entity The Seminole Tribe of Florida. For more information on Hard Rock International visit

www.hardrock.com

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shop.hardrock.com

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CNBNews Entertainment: Jay Mohr Coming to The Hard Rock Casino

JAY MOHR

Saturday, March 14 at 8 p.m.

Sound Waves

**On Sale Friday, December 6 at 10 a.m.**

Tickets: $34.00, $29.00, $24.00

2019 – 2020 ENTERTAINMENT LINEUP

12/2 – 12/5 – Greg Fitzsimmons & Adam Degi – Howie Mandel’s Comedy Club

12/6 – LeAnn Rimes “You and Me and Christmas” Tour – Sound Waves

12/7 – Hallmark Channel Presents Mariah Carey “All I Want For Christmas Is You” – Hard Rock Live @ Etess Arena

12/9 – 12/12 – Dan Naturman & Tom McTiernan – Howie Mandel’s Comedy Club

12/13 – The Cult “A Sonic Temple” – Sound Waves

12/16 – 12/19 – Craig Gass & Joe Fernandez – Howie Mandel’s Comedy Club

12/27 & 12/28 – Jim Breuer – Sound Waves

12/28 – Earth Wind & Fire – Hard Rock Live @ Etess Arena

12/29 & 12/30 – Human Nature – Sound Waves

12/31 – Kool & The Gang  / K.C. & The Sunshine Band New Year’s Eve Party – Hard Rock Live @ Etess Arena

1/6 – 1/9 – Chris Franjola & Richie Holliday – Howie Mandel’s Comedy Club

1/11 – Top Rank Boxing:  Hart Vs Smith – Hard Rock Live @ Etess Arena

1/13 – 1/14 & 1/16 – Tom Cotter & Kerri Louise – Howie Mandel’s Comedy Club

1/18 – Sounds of Philadelphia featuring Russell Thompkins Jr. and The New Stylistics, Harold Melvin’s Blue Notes and The Manhattans – Sound Waves

1/20 – 1/23 – Keifer Thompson & Dale Jones – Howie Mandel’s Comedy Club

1/25 – Marc Anthony

Opus Tour

– Hard Rock Live @ Etess Arena

1/29 – 1/30 – JF Harris – Howie Mandel’s Comedy Club

2/3 – 2/6 – Rich Vos – Howie Mandel’s Comedy Club

2/7 – Sugar Ray – Sound Waves

2/10 – 2/13- Jessica Kirson – Howie Mandel’s Comedy Club

2/15 – Fitz & The Tantrums – Sound Waves

2/22 – Eros Ramazzotti – Hard Rock Live @ Etess Arena

2/22 – Bob Saget – Sound Waves

2/24 – 2/27 – Greg Morton & Ben Moore – Howie Mandel’s Comedy Club

3/14 – Jay Mohr – Sound Waves

4/17 – Ana Gabriel – Hard Rock Live @ Etess Arena

For Tickets, visit

hardrockhotelatlanticcity.com

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