Trivial
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Today's trivia takes the form of a photo. Can you tell where this picture, which shows how to get out of town, was snapped? Hint: It's somewhere a lot of snow-shocked people in the northeast U.S. and Canada would like to be right now. (Answer somewhere below.)
(Photo by Carol Horne)
Atlantic City is springing back to life
Perhaps spurred by the success of the HBO series "Boardwalk Empire," Atlantic City, N.J., is making a comeback in grand style with the slogan "Always Turned On." Here is a sampling of 2011 events:“[heart] by Atlantic City” weekend, Feb. 12-14
Visitors can enjoy an indulgent weekend dedicated to love with highlights including achampagne and spirits tasting hosted by Master Pastry Chef Jacques Torres and “A Crash Course in Love” hosted by VH1’s "Tough Love" talent Steve and Joann Ward. Events will take place at Caesars Entertainment four Atlantic City properties – Harrah’s Resort, Caesars, Showboat, & Bally’s.Visit www.heartac.com.
Valentine’s Day Group Wedding Ceremony, Feb. 14
Couples looking to tie the knot on this iconic day can take part in a free Valentine’s Day group wedding, civil union and vow renewal ceremony presented by the Atlantic City Convention & Visitors Authority. The ceremony will take place in the Ballroom at Boardwalk Hall on Monday, Feb. 14, at 2 p.m. and will include a champagne toast, wedding cake and photo opportunities. For more information or to pre-register, visit www.atlanticcitynj.com.
Atlantic City Restaurant Week, Feb. 27 - March 5
More than 70 of the area’s best restaurants will offer special three-course prix fixe menus for only $15.11 per person for lunch and $33.11 per person for dinner at this third annual event. Visit www.acrestaurantweek.com.
Atlantic City Beer Festival, April 1-2
This sixth annual event will host over 75 brewers and breweries from around the world. Participants will have food, live music, entertainment, guest speakers and plenty of beer. Tickets are $50 at the door or $45 per session in advance. Visit www.celebrationofthesuds.com.
Pizza Slaughter Fest Competition, May 14
Tony Boloney’s, an Atlantic City original that hails turn-of-the-century Atlantic City style pizza and bad-a** grub will host the second annual Pizza Slaughter Fest beginning at noon. at 300 Oriental Ave. Activities will include eating contests, live entertainment, face painting and temporary tattoo stations for kids. Visit www.tonyboloneys.com.
Summer Solstice Parade, June
Celebrating the longest day of the year, this parade brings local artists, businesses, organizations, street performers and spectators together on the Atlantic City Boardwalk. Visit www.acsolsticeparade.com.
International Nights, July-August
Free music from around the world with International Nights will be featured at Kennedy Plaza on the Boardwalk.The event takes place every Wednesday in July and August beginning at 7 p.m. Visit www.acfpl.org.
Atlantic City Airshow “Thunder Over The Boardwalk”, Aug. 17
Called the largest air show on the east coast, the ninth annual Airshow includes parachute teams, fly-bys and formations performed by military and civilian pilots. The show takes place on the beach and Boardwalk. FoVisit www.atlanticcityairshow.com.
Out in AC, October
This three-day GLBT weekend features concerts, comedians, special events, and after-hours parties at Caesars Entertainment properties including Harrah’s Resort, Bally’s, Caesars and Showboat.Visit http://www.harrahs.com/getoutinac/.
Savor Borgata - An Evening with Borgata Chefs, November
Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa offers an evening with the property’s lineup of award-winning chefs. Participants can sample menu items that showcase wines and spirits of Europe’s French, Spanish and Italian regions, as well as a beer garden with pairings that complement the Mediterranean atmosphere of the evening. Tickets are $100 general admission. Visit www.theborgata.com.
Holiday Celebrations, December
The city will host parades, tree lightings and gift-giving drives, as well as a Kwanza celebration at the Free Public Library and a “Running of the Santas” pub crawl sponsored by Tropicana Casino & Resort. Visit www.atlanticcitynj.com.
Pampering pets -- and their 'parents' too
The historic Hermosa Inn in Paradise Valley, Ariz., named one of Condé Nast Traveler’s top small resorts in the world -- has a Pet Package that includes a one-night stay, a treat for a dog and fruit and bottled water for its owner, an hourlong in-room canine massage, an in-room spa treatment for the canine's owner, a dog walk plus dog movie, breakfast in bed for dog and owner, and a dog bed and bowl. The package starts from $599 per night. Call 800-241-1210 or visit www.hermosainn.com.Fascinating fact
What time is it in Alaska? Well, the state is in a time zone one hour behind the U.S. West Coast and four hours behind the eastern states. Ah, but there's an exception: The fartherst western islands of the state's Aleutian chain are an additional hour behind. Got that?
How'd you like to win a $30,000 safari?
The Tourism Board of the central African nation of Zambia is launching a worldwide contest to come up with a new slogan and logo that will brand Zambia as a must-see tourist destination. The contest is open to anyone over 18 years old. Just come up with a snappy slogan or a great logo design for Zambia Tourism. The prize for each winner is a 15-day, $30,000 trip for two to Zambia. The contest launched today and closes on Feb. 25. The contest can be followed on Facebook (Zambia Tourism) and on Twitter . For more information visit the competition page of Zambia Tourism.
Trivial answer
Visitors to the Caribbean, where there is no snow, may have recognized the sign pictured high above as being in Grand Cayman island, specifically Rum Point.
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