Chanting, Ed-die, Ed-die: Mr. B has been hearing for months that Eddie V’s Prime Seafood is the hottest spot in town these days, and we’re not talking temperatures. The bar, the food, the service…V-girl Ashley Lightfoot suggested Mr. B come on over, but asked that he hotfoot-it out by 6:30 p.m. so as not to downgrade the chic, cool factor during evening hours. So while B feasted on the early-bird, seniors special, your $100 gift certificate should get you a prime-time, prime rib slot, says PR pal Lauren Kwedar, who went fishing for this giveaway.
Atlanta Braves chanting: Mr. B is a member of one of those special tribes mentioned in the bible, but if you’re not, J.R. Holland of Colonial Savings is here with your bailout. J.R. is a thoughtful guy —when he left his golf pro position everyone was wondering “What is he thinking!” – and he recommends the book Tribes by Seth Godin for organizations looking to see who is in their tribe. He recommends it so highly that he’s giving away an autographed copy—Seth’s autograph, not J.R.’s.
Woo hoo chanting: After three years and six traffic accidents, daughter MisBehavin’ finally got her first L.A. paycheck. So Mr. B hustled over to see Georgette Lopez-Aguado, the Creative Memories consultant, and ordered the exclusive software to commemorate the occasion. It includes StoryBook Creator Plus Software, the Blush Blooms & Best Buds Digital content CD and the Digital Doodles and Swirls CD. MisBehavin’s check is now available in wallet or poster size and as an invitation to her next check reception party. You can have fun with your own Creative Memories software and get your pictures off your computer and into your life.
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William James Middle School hosted a “Mock Job Fair” for youth ages 11-13 last week. These youth are currently enrolled in the Summer Intensive Program, a special grant-funded initiative sponsored through Fort Worth ISD. This enrichment program focuses on providing 180 students with enhanced learning opportunities in math, science, and language arts. As part of the language arts component, students will participate in developing a career portfolio which includes resume writing, job interviewing communication skills, how to dress for success and labor market information. Far right is Renee Parker-Grubb, aerospace cluster marketing coordinator for Workforce Solutions for Tarrant County.
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Bridal chants: Mr. B has decided wing women aren’t helping so he is skipping dating and going directly to the wedding part. To properly prepare, The City Club’s Best in Bridal is a must-(honey)-do from 2-6 p.m. on Aug. 2. The host has created a ballroom of potential magical memories for your wedding, including free tastings from the best caterers, restaurants and private clubs. There’s B-like giveaways, too, including a honeymoon package, and a MAN CAVE that includes putting green, Wii, beer and bar munchies with baseball and soccer games on TVs. We have two sets of two tickets for the brides and grooms.
Speaking of weddings: In about 72 hours, Alison Pino of the American Red Cross Chisholm Trail Chapter will marry first-year UNTHSC med student Kenton Oenhuizen. During their first couple of lean years, they’ll manage off your Red Cross food and clothing donations.
No bull: Financial planner Jake Richter of EdwardJones rode bulls as a teenager and rode a steer in junior high as an extra in the movie 8 Seconds, which is how long his acting career lasted.
Sneak peek: The 2009 Lone Star International Film Festival in Sundance Square is not until November 11-15, but in its effort to gain footing with distributors, the LSFS has nabbed a FREE advance screening of Julie & Julia July 23 at 7:30 p.m. at the Rave Movie Theatre at Ridgmar Mall. The film stars Meryl Streep and Amy Adams. If you would like to reserve two tickets, visit the Lone Star Film Society website to RSVP. Only those on the RSVP list will be eligible for the 300 seats at the screening.
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Laughing is good for the soul, II: In response to last week’s church bulletin slogans, Britney Watson of Rosenthal Retirement Planning sent this along: “Nothing beats Fort Worth’s Wedgwood Baptist Church -- Once a Wedgie, always a Wedgie.”
Measured answer: Eagle eye Andy Nantz of Mr. Electric was shocked by a Chamber news release
about advertising on its regional map. Andy pointed out the map is probably 28 x 40 inches and not 28 x 40 feet, which might present a folding problem.
Safe driving: Trinity Transport, a third-party logistics provider, is celebrating its 30th anniversary and membership invitation into the Responsible Care Initiative sponsored by the American Chemistry Council for the safe handling and transportation of chemical shipments.
Shhhh: David Berzina, Chamber Executive Vice President Economic Development, says an announcement is coming verrrry soon about an Asian solar panel company taking existing space and bringing 50 well-paying jobs to Fort Worth. He also says the city has had 50 company relocation prospects since January, with 10 actual visits. Six of the 50 are corporate headquarters.
Black gold: G.K. Maenius, Tarrant County Administrator, says the Barnett Shale is this county’s greatest stimulus package. The county already has $4 billion on the property tax books and that’s just from the producing wells.
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Human relations: To build espirit-de-corps, Red Productions film noirs had a paintball war with one of its partner design teams.
Too poor to go on vacation? Sherry Callahan of Harvest Landscape says she can bring your vacation to you. The residential landscaper has done beach and oasis backyard landscapes.
Forked tongues: Renaissance Worthington food and beverage director Robbie Tawil speaks English, Lebanese and Spanish. He says the staff helps keep him correct and fluent in Spanish.
Tongue in cheek: EdwardJones financial planner Bill Fairley was complaining he doesn’t get the face time that other financial planners do in the Newz-E-Letter. So he sent in a tidbit that he has been asked (or he asked?) to serve as vice chair for the Chamber’s West Area Council. “As vice chair, I will be traveling to other countries, attending funerals and making verbal gaffes,” Bill said. “And of course, should anything happen to the chair, I will be prepared to step in.”
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Does insurance cover this? Alleia Spa and Body Contouring office manager Mandy Pounds refers to cellulite as “hail damage.”
Gee, I…: Here’s a clever “tagline” from Deborah Hanson of the Southwest Gastroenterology Clinic, which specializes in digestive needs and colon cancer screenings: “Bottom’s Up!”
Hearty start: The American Heart Association’s young professionals group –Young At Heart -- raised $10,000 for the nonprofit during its first event.
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Times they are a changin’: Mandy Pannell is no more. The Newark Energy worker bee married co-worker Greg Stephenson last month.
Protect and serve: Congrats to Star-Telegram Watchdog columnist Dave Lieber for his multiple awards from the National Society of Newspaper Columnists and rave reviews for Watchdog Nation from the Independent Book Publishers Association.
Biggest loser: Robert Yarbrough of Blue Jean Networks said Ambit Energy’s Elizabeth Oliva saved him $400 in residential electricity costs in June alone. That must be a huge house filled with lots of servers.
2nd biggest losers: That would be Rosenthal Retirement Planning, where a weight-loss competition started in March has had amazing results. Marketing maven Cynthia Stallins is missing 40 pounds and she’s not even the leader in the office. Ironically, Rosenthal still is serving fresh-baked, caramel, chocolate chip cookies all day every day.
Doggone nice: The warehouse in north Fort Worth that temporarily housed the 500 seized Montague County kennel dogs was donated by Chesapeake Energy.
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