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Starbucks Songs?

For all of you Starbucks fans who enjoy listening to tunes while you sip your super duper triple skim lattes-—good news. The company known for its coffee is expanding its’ empire to include a record label and it has already signed a major name. Paul McCartney was just introduced as the first artist signed to Starbucks Corporation’s new record label. Earlier this month the company announced it was partnering with Concord Music Group to launch the Los Angeles-based Hear Music label. Insiders say the McCartney announcement is another major step for Starbucks to spin part of its consumer popularity into … Continue reading →

2006 Fammy Awards (part 2)

And now for the top five movies … Dancing in at the number five spot is Happy Feet (PG), a delightfully amusing cartoon with a great soundtrack. Mambo the Emperor Penguin can’t sing, even though ALL penguins are supposed to sing. But he can tap dance. Ostracized as the cause of a current famine, Mambo and his friends set off to find the real reason the colony is starving. The message is the celebration of the individual, and it’s effective. Akeelah and the Bee (PG for language) – In fourth place is this delightful film of self-reliance, perseverance, and the … Continue reading →

My Inner-City Story: 3 Types of Teachers

I have been living, tutoring, teaching and working with families in the inner city now for ten years. I have seen many teachers come and go. I have seen teachers come in to “rescue” the poor inner city children and I see teachers who feel like they can really make a difference. And they soon discover that they can’t–at least no with that attitude. But I’m getting ahead of myself. Let me start with a disclaimer. I know that in one sense my inner city experience is unique. It’s unique even than other parts of New York. But there is … Continue reading →

Freebies: TGI Fridays Appetizer & Popcorn at AMC Theatres

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Here are a few freebies you might want to use to treat the mother in your life, or another special someone! Today’s freebies make way for a whole day of fun–dinner and a movie! Enjoy! TGI Fridays FREE Appetizer TGI Fridays is a fun place for the whole family to eat. Did you know that the potato skin appetizer originated at TGI Fridays? All the other restaurants might mimic it, but they had the idea first. Speaking of appetizers… Enjoy one free appetizer valued up to $8 with a minimum food purchase of $15. Simply print this coupon and bring … Continue reading →