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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Opens in Bristol, Connecticut Following Dramatic Hotel Makeover

DoubleTree by Hilton, Hilton Worldwide's fastest growing full-service brand, today announced the opening of its newest hotel in Bristol, Connecticut. Formerly a Clarion hotel, the DoubleTree by Hilton Bristol, Connecticut opens following a 13-month and more than $20 million renovation led by internationally-renowned design firm Parker-Torres Design LLC. The property will continue to be directed by the hotel's seasoned management team, led by longtime general manager, Lynn Dell, and new director of sales, Mark Lombardi, who brings with him a decade of experience in the hospitality industry. The hotel is owned by Bristol Hotel, LLC and managed by Prestige Hospitality Group, LLC. (more...)

Ovation Announces Original Programming and Development Slates

At its New York Upfront presentation for the press today, Ovation, America's only arts network, unveiled nine new original series scheduled to premiere this summer and fall. (more...)

National Geographic Channel to Launch New Brand Campaign

On the heels of National Geographic Channel's (NGC) record-setting first quarter, and its highest-rated new series premiere with the recent hit Brain Games, Chief Marketing Officer Courteney Monroe today announced a new, aggressive consumer brand campaign aimed at re-energizing and expanding the National Geographic Channel brand. (more...)

J.Crew Opens New Atlanta Store in Trendy Westside Provisions District

Westside Provisions District, Atlanta's destination for boutique shopping and popular dining in West Midtown, welcomed retailer J.Crew to its growing repertoire of A-list retailers. Joining other national newcomers Steven Alan, Jack Spade and Everything But Water, J.Crew has signed a lease at the District and will open in 2013. (more...)

SLCL Celebrates Black History

St. Louis County Library continues its year–long Black History Celebration with a variety of programs and activities throughout the summer months. The line-up includes a performance by Kim Massie, thought-provoking discussions about current racial issues, musical revues, children's programming and an authors and artists expo. All programs are free and open to the public. (more...)

SLCL Presents Crime Fiction Author Alex Grecian, 5/30

The St. Louis County Library Foundation is pleased to present acclaimed crime fiction author Alex Grecian for a discussion and signing of his latest thriller "The Black Country" on Thursday, May 30, at 7:00 p.m. at Library Headquarters, 1640 S. Lindbergh Blvd. (more...)

Razer Launches Atrox Arcade Stick With Support From Fighting Game Community

Razer, the world leader in high-performance gaming hardware, software and systems, today announced the Razer Atrox Arcade Stick for Xbox 360, the final product following an extensive beta testing program. (more...)

Center for Puppetry Arts to Present TRUE STORY OF THE 3 LITTLE PIGS BY A. WOLF, 5/28-6/9

Paul Mesner Puppets brings an entertaining children's book to life in The True Story of the 3 Little Pigs by A. Wolf at the Center for Puppetry Arts in Kansas City, MO. (more...)

New Book Tells Eye-Witness Story in ACCIDENTAL ASSASSIN

When Jack Ruby murdered Lee Harvey Oswald, the world exploded with theories of a widespread conspiracy. When the Warren Commission reported on the tragic weekend in Dallas, Texas, that began with Oswald's assassination of President John F. Kennedy, those conspiracy claims were re-doubled. (more...)

Targus Announces USB 3.0 Docking Stations

Targus Inc., maker of top-selling laptop cases, today announced its line of award-winning Universal USB 3.0 Docking Stations are now universally compatible with Intel based PC laptops and Mac computers plus Windows 7 & 8 Pro tablets. Based on new driver technology by DisplayLink, the leading provider of USB Graphics technology, existing Targus USB 3.0 Docking Stations now enable complete desktop flexibility and connectivity via a single USB cable for ultimate convenience. (more...)

Nat'l Geographic to Re-Air 1956 Classic AMERICANS ON EVEREST, 5/24

Fifty years ago this month, a team of expert climbers became the first Americans to summit Mt. Everest, the world's tallest mountain, in an expedition sponsored in part by the National Geographic Society. Two years after this historic climb, National Geographic released its first-ever television special, Americans on Everest, which followed this group of brave climbers from base camp to the top of the world. To mark the anniversary this month, the National Geographic Channel will air this classic special, narrated by the legendary Orson Welles, on Friday, May 24, at 8 p.m. ET/PT during the weekly Night of Exploration programming block. (more...)

ABC to Participate in Nielsen's First-Ever Trial to Expand Online Campaign Ratings

Nielsen and ABC today announced the network's participation in Nielsen's first-ever trial to expand its Nielsen Online Campaign RatingsTM solution to mobile. (more...)

Blimp City Bike & Hike Offers Worksman Cycles

Blimp City Bike & Hike ('Blimp City'), an Akron-based bicycle shop, today announces the arrival of its first shipment of cruiser bikes from Worksman Cycles, an iconic brand renowned as one of the nation's oldest bicycle manufacturers and unique as one of the few domestic bicycle companies to produce bikes within the U.S. (more...)

Nintendo Goes Bananas at the L.A. Zoo for Donkey Kong Country Returns 3D

To celebrate the launch of Donkey Kong Country Returns 3D for Nintendo 3DS on May 24, Nintendo is partnering with the Los Angeles Zoo & Botanical Gardens on Memorial Day weekend (May 24-27) to host an event on the L.A. Zoo grounds. The four-day event will feature fun activities for all members of the family, including an interactive experience at the Campo Gorilla Reserve, various demo stations where attendees can play the Donkey Kong Country Returns 3D game and coupon giveaways for $5 off the game at participating GameStop retail stores. For the weekend, the gorilla area will be temporarily renamed the “Donkey Kong Country Returns 3D at Campo Gorilla Reserve.” (more...)

Bidder Pays $610,000 for Coffee with Apple's Tim Cook

A lucky (and wealthy) CharityBuzz bidder has won the chance to have coffee with Apple's CEO Tim Cook - for $610,000. (more...)

SLCL Hosts Children's Author John Rocco, 5/28

The St. Louis County Library Foundation's Reading Garden Event Series presents a special event with children's book writer John Rocco on Tuesday, May 28, 7:00 p.m. at Library Headquarters, 1640 S. Lindbergh Blvd in Ladue. Rocco will read and sign his latest book, "Super Hair-o and the Barber of Doom." (more...)

AfterShokz, Bluetooth Headphones Designer, and P28 Foods Form Partnership

AfterShokz, the brand known for its unique open ear headphones powered by patent pending bone conduction technology, is pleased to announce their strategic partnership with P28 Foods, the leader in healthy bread products and high protein foods. Both Syracuse-based businesses have more than geography in common-the two young and innovative entrepreneurships have a shared mission: creating products that support a healthy lifestyle. (more...)

ABC & Nielsen Partner to Measure Mobile Advertising Campaigns

Nielsen and ABC today announced the network's participation in Nielsen's first-ever trial to expand its Nielsen Online Campaign RatingsTM solution to mobile. Quickly emerging as the standard for online campaign measurement, Nielsen Online Campaign Ratings measures the audience of digital advertising. Incorporating mobile apps will significantly extend the solution's coverage footprint, which currently includes computer and tablet browsers. (more...)

National Geographic to Premiere New Special INSIDE WORLD WAR II, 5/31

A soldier's duty is not to reason why; a soldier's duty is to do or die. Inside World War II is the story of the doing and the dying ... in the defining conflict of the 20th century. From the producers of the critically acclaimed specials Inside 9/11 and Inside the Vietnam War comes a three-hour television event that provides a detailed visual timeline of this complex war, with personal, in-depth stories from veterans who fought in one of the deadliest conflicts in human history. Inside World War II premieres on Friday, May 31, from 7 to 10 p.m. ET/PT. (more...)

Paul French Visits St. Louis County Library, 5/24

FA Cup FinalThe St. Louis County Library Foundation is pleased to present acclaimed historian and China expert Paul French for a discussion and signing of his bestselling true-crime thriller 'Midnight in Peking: How the Murder of a Young Englishwoman Haunted the Last Days of Old China' on Friday, May 24, at 7:00 p.m. at Library Headquarters, 1640 S. Lindbergh Blvd. The program is free and open to the public. Books will be available for purchase at the event from Barnes & Noble. (more...)

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