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A look back at the two previous Atlanta Super Bowls

Edit Atlanta Journal 24 May 2016
“The ball was just sitting there, begging, ‘Pick me up, man, ’ ” Dallas safety James Washington said of his 46-yard fumble return in the third quarter that tied the score and shifted momentum to the Cowboys ... “The Tapestry of Nations” show was produced by Disney and featured Phil Collins, Toni Braxton, Christina Aguilera, Enrique Iglesias and Edward James Olmos....

Literature based movies for high school algebra, math lessons, type 2 writing

Edit The Examiner 17 May 2016
Many schools use Collins Writing Program's Five Types of Writing which cover informal and formal writing types ... "A Beautiful Mind" (from the book by Sylvia Nasar and James Knight Professor of Business, Columbia University) This film has one of the best plot twists in literature based movies ... Lou Diamond Phillips and Edward James Olmos star in true story of educator Jaime Escalante who teaches calculus to Latino kids in inner city L.A ... ....

Help Letter Carriers Stamp Out Hunger This Saturday, May 14 (International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers)

Edit Public Technologies 12 May 2016
(Source. International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers). The IAM is joining the National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC) to help collect donated food in more than 10,000 communities across the country. The 24th annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive is set for Saturday, May 14, 2016 ... This year's spokesperson, respected actor Edward James Olmos, explains how easy it is to help in a short public service announcement....

Stamp Out Hunger® Food Drive is this Saturday (Iowa Federation of Labor, AFL-CIO)

Edit Public Technologies 12 May 2016
(Source. Iowa Federation of Labor, AFL-CIO). The 24th annual Letter Carriers' Stamp Out HungerFood Drive is this Saturday, May 14 ... territories and the District of Columbia. Participating in the food drive couldn't be easier ... Award-winning actor Edward James Olmos is this year's national spokesperson, the star of food drive-promoting public service announcements (PSAs) for TV and radio in English and Spanish ... (noodl. 33528346) ....

8 ways to make this weekend the best ever in N.J.

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MEADOWLANDS BATTLE FOR THE BEST BURGER

Not a seafood person? Then head to the Meadowlands for their Battle for the Best Burger competition. Fans can drop into the "Backyard" of The Meadowlands at 6 p.m. and sample the burgers being presented by the food trucks, restaurants, and home cookers. The winner will walk away with $1,000 if they impress the judges and spectators (entrants must pay a $100 entry fee to compete).  Free (except for burger purchases). Saturday, 6 - 10 p.m. 1 Racetrack Drive, East Rutherford. 201-THE-BIGM.

steampunk-worlds-fair.jpgThe Steampunk World's Fair takes place this weekend in Piscataway -- dressing up is highly recommended. Aristide Economopoulos

STEAMPUNK WORLD'S FAIR

Gentlemen get your mustaches waxed and top hats dusted off. The Steampunk World's Fair, one of the largest steampunk gatherings in the world, invades Piscataway Friday to Sunday. The festival will take place at two locations: The Radisson of Piscataway and The Embassy Suites of Piscataway. The weekend promises a wild display of costume and fashion, as well as dance, film, music and comedy. There will also be plenty of photo ops with costumed attendees and workers. $35-$100. Friday, 3 p.m. - 12 a.m., Saturday, 10 a.m. - 12 a.m., and Sunday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. The Radisson, 21 Kingsbridge Rd, Piscataway. 732-980-0400. Embassy Suites, 121 Centennial Ave, Piscataway. 732-980-0500.

SUMMIT SPRING STREET FESTIVAL

The weather is finally nice enough for everyone to enjoy a good street fair. Summit's downtown will be lined with food vendors and artisans and crafts for fair-goers to browse and enjoy. There will also be music filling the air from local musicians, and the young ones can enjoy the games that'll be scattered about the grounds. Free. Saturday, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. 374 Springfield Avenue, Summit.

monmouth-park-opens-70th-season-of-horse-racing-f10df111974e5120.jpgThis May 4, 2015, image provided by Equi-Photo shows thoroughbreds on the track at Monmouth Park in Oceanport, N.J. The park re-opens this weekend.Bill Denver/Equi-Photo via AP

MONMOUTH PARK OPENS FOR 2016 SEASON

The New Jersey institution that is Monmouth Park will open for its new season on Saturday. The park will have live horse racing at starting 12:50 p.m. (with gates opening at 11:30 a.m.). One can also enter to win one of 50 VIP season and parking passes for the season. Outside of racing there will be a ton of events at the park this season including the Jersey Shore Food Truck Festival (May 28-30), the 46th Annual Irish Festival (June 12), the Wine and Chocolate Festival (June 25-26), the Surf & Turf Seafood Festival (July 16-17), the Italian Festival (August 6), and the BBQ and Craft Beer Festival (September 3-5).  Admission: $5-$7, Parking: $5-$10. Saturday, 11:30 a.m. 175 Oceanport Avenue, Oceanport. 732-571-5580.

ATLANTIC CITY BOARDWALK CON

The 'con' season never ends, and for good reason -- there are shows like the Atlantic City Boardwalk Con. The con, happening Friday May 13 to Sunday May 15, will presenting some seriously huge stars for panels including Rosario Dawson ("Daredevil"), "Teen Wolf's" Tyler Hoechlin, Edward James Olmos ("Battlestar Galactica," "Miami Vice"), "Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.'s" Ming Na Wen, and "The Flash's" Teddy Sears. "Breaking Bad" alum R.J. Mitte and Giancarlo Esposito will be taking part in a special panel dedicated to the seminal AMC series. Outside of appearances, there will a special Star Trek exhibit, a number of Wonder Woman exhibits, and -- natch -- cosplay. $13-$115. Friday, 10 a.m. - 7 p.m., Saturday, 10 a.m. - 7 p.m., and Sunday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. 2301 Boardwalk, Atlantic City. 609-348-7000.

COMEDY AT THE CONVENTION HALL

OH! The Dice Man will perform in Asbury Park on Saturday as a part of the Monster Energy Outbreak Comedy Tour. 2016 has been a killer year for the comedian, having an integral part in the HBO series "Vinyl," and his Showtime series, aptly titled, "Dice." He will perform at the legendary Paramount Theatre, located in Convention Hall. $19.10-$97. Saturday, May 14 at 7 p.m. 1300 Ocean Avenue, Asbury Park. 732-897-6500.

A SOULFUL DANCE PARTY

If you aren't into comedy and are looking to dance, there's a great show across the way inside Convention Hall on Sunday. Remember Jones' Soul Revue and Dance Party will be having a record release party for the album, "Ladies and Gentlemen, Remember Jones." The show will feature a 20-piece soul orchestra, as well as cameos from Asbury luminaries such as Emily Grove, Rick Barry and Arlan Feiles. $15 (advance), $18 doors. Saturday, 8 p.m. 1300 Ocean Avenue, Asbury Park.

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Andrew "Dice" Clay, Monmouth Park's opening day, and food festivals headline a busy weekend in the Garden State ... Free ... The con, happening Friday May 13 to Sunday May 15, will presenting some seriously huge stars for panels including Rosario Dawson ("Daredevil"), "Teen Wolf's" Tyler Hoechlin, Edward James Olmos ("Battlestar Galactica," "Miami Vice"), "Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.'s" Ming Na Wen, and "The Flash's" Teddy Sears....

Donate nonperishable food in your mailbox as part of the Letter Carriers' Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive on Saturday (City of North Port, FL)

Edit Public Technologies 11 May 2016
(Source. City of North Port, FL). North Port residents are encouraged to leave nonperishable food items next to their mailboxes on Saturday, May 14 as part of the United States Postal Services' annual food drive ... Award-winning actor Edward James Olmos is this year's national spokesperson, the star of food drive-promoting public service announcements (PSAs) for TV and radio in English and Spanish ... Visit stampyourgood.com to learn more....

4th Annual Latino Book and Family Festival set for Saturday at CSUSB (California State University, San Bernardino)

Edit Public Technologies 27 Apr 2016
(Source. California State University, San Bernardino). The John M. Pfau Library at Cal State San Bernardino, along with Edward James Olmos, Latino Literacy Now and the Santos Manuel Student Union, will present the 4th Annual Latino Book and Family Festival on Saturday, April 30, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m ... Click on the image to view a larger version ... Pfau Library, who, along with his wife, Sue Caballero, is one of the festival's sponsors....

Santa Clara University Hosts First Annual Latino Education Summit (Santa Clara University)

Edit Public Technologies 27 Apr 2016
(Source. Santa Clara University). SANTA CLARA, Calif., April 27, 2016- Santa Clara University hosts the first annual Latino Education Summit on Saturday, April 30, 2016 from 8.30 a.m. to 2.00 p.m ... Silicon Valley ... Featuring actor/director/social activist Edward James Olmos, one of the most prominent Latinos in Hollywood, Latino Thought Makers is a groundbreaking, live series developed to engage, entertain, and educate audiences ... (noodl....

The 24th annual National Association of Letter Carriers’ “Stamp Out Hunger®” Food Drive is on Saturday, May 14. (Iowa Federation of Labor, AFL-CIO)

Edit Public Technologies 25 Apr 2016
(Source. Iowa Federation of Labor, AFL-CIO). On Saturday, May 14, we once again ask that postal customers leave bags of non-perishable food by their mailboxes well before the time their letter carriers make their normal mail pick-up and delivery. Food is then delivered to local food banks-and all food stays local ... Award-winning actor Edward James Olmos (Stand and Deliver, 'Battlestar Galactica') is this year's national spokesperson....

Kate Winslet’s ‘The Dressmaker,’ International Hits Screen as Filmfest DC Celebrates 30 Years (Guest Blog)

Edit The Wrap 23 Apr 2016
The outfits themselves deserve an Oscar nomination. Started by film professor Dr ... Movies with music and justice themes are featured. Also Read ... In the past, the festival had more funding and guests such as Charlize Theron, John Malkovich, Peter Bogdanovich, Gabriel Byrne, Amitabh Bachchan (India’s biggest movie star), Morgan Freeman, Cicely Tyson, Sydney Pollack, Oliver Platt, Edward James Olmos and Kelly McGillis have attended....

4th Annual Latino Book and Family Festival set for April 30 at CSUSB (California State University, San Bernardino)

Edit Public Technologies 22 Apr 2016
(Source. California State University, San Bernardino). The John M. Pfau Library at Cal State San Bernardino, along with Edward James Olmos, Latino Literacy Now and the Santos Manuel Student Union, will present the 4th Annual Latino Book and Family Festival on Saturday, April 30, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m ... Click on the image to view a larger version ... Pfau Library, who, along with his wife, Sue Caballero, is one of the festival's sponsors....

When the Fat Lady Sings

Edit CounterPunch 22 Apr 2016
Sanders lost the popular vote in New York by nearly 250,000. However, CNN reported that as many as 125,000 voters in Brooklyn were removed from the voter rolls. How widespread voting irregularities were elsewhere in the state remains unclear. Buildings–and even entire blocks of voters in Brooklyn–were no longer registered when they came to cast their ballots. Mayor Bill de Blasio has called for an investigation ... Edward James Olmos? Nope ... ....

The Cast Of ‘Selena’ Where Are They Now?

Edit Hollywood 07 Apr 2016
Selena told the story of the short, but magnificent life of Tejano superstar Selena Quintanilla-Perez. It is also responsible for Jennifer Lopez launch into super stardom. But not everyone else in the cast was able to keep up with her momentum. So where is the cast of Selena now? Here are what the eight of the main actors are up to now. 1. Jennifer Lopez - Selena Quintanilla-Perez. Warner Bros ... 2 ... 3 ... Edward James Olmos - Abraham Quintanilla ... ....
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