A simple search on Ebay with the keywords Lehman Brothers uncovers a treasure trove of prep-tastic goodies from the “green monster” that include canvas totes, duffles, hats, a Nalgene bottle, and of course our favorites - the Lehman stress ball and the Lehman Brothers Emergency Evacuation Kit! The only thing missing from this splendid smorgasbord is a golden parachute.
So will these fashion items become a new trend for the fall, similar to how Bear Stearn’s apparel became the coveted fashion pieces of the moment back in the spring?
I don’t usually like to play the role of a carnival barker, but I have to say, “get ‘em while they’re hot!” Perfect for a weekend in Nantucket, The Vineyard, or the Hamptons. That stress ball is just begging to be squeezed. For a wonderful collage of Lehman collectibles you can scoop up, click here, or the picture to the right–>
It was not too long ago when Richie Akiva was bullish on the prospects of 1oak “changing the face of nightlife” as he so brashly put it in an interview with New York Magazine. So bullish in fact, that he and his partners Ronnie Madra, Scott Sartiano, and Jeffrey Jah sunk a cool $3 million dollars into the space. But, with the changing of fortunes on Wall street, will their bottle-fueled venture be hurting as the slow-moving train wreck that is wall street keeps grinding down the tracks?
The collapse leaves only two true Investment Banks left standing
This meltdown may very well be the pin-prick that bursts the club price bubble. In the past decade, as New York has been injected with funny money, a bottle culture has permeated clubland, driving the price for a single bottle to upwards of $400. We have often loathed the homogeneous effect of this model and bottle culture. More »
Today’s theme seems to be “Gut Busters”. Though, the one above looks a little more appetizing than the Lehman one Dick Fuld is feeling this morning. This photo is part of “The Full English Breakfast” set on Flickr. It is my favorite Flickr set I have stumbled upon to date.
There will be no more ego-driven tab write ups for the Lehman boys this fall or most people in finance for that matter. Now, I’m not saying that blowing $2k on a table at a place such as Pink Elephant is the WORST idea out there, however, now it won’t even be a possible option for several of the regulars. Our hearts go out to them….at least their 401k’s were intact this summer, so they could get a couple of weekends of models and bottles in clubland (I’ve included some of my favorite documentary photos below). I hope these memories will carry them through the recession.
Where: Caroline's on Broadway, 1626 Broadway, New York, NY (map)
Admission: Ticketed Event
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Theater Resources Unlimited (TRU) proudly announces the two honorees for their 8th annual TRU Love Benefit, which will be held on Sunday, November 8, 2009 from noon to 4pm at Caroline’s on Broadway, 1626 Broadway at 49th Street, NYC. Elysabeth Kleinhans of 59E59 Theatres will receive the TRU “Spirit of Theater” Award for her ongoing generosity towards TRU as well as the off-Broadway producing community in general; and Allan Buchman of Culture Project will be acknowledged with the TRU Humanitarian Award for his dedication to bringing politically and socially conscious works to life in New York theater, and successfully using the arts for social change.
The theme of this year’s benefit is “Opening Doors” in recognition of both the nurturing homes the honorees have provided for the development of new work and new opportunities; and for their dedication to keeping open doors of communication for political and international conversations in New York theater. The event will start with a cocktail hour at noon, followed by a full luncheon. Performances will include representative scenes and songs from shows developed at 59E59 or The Culture Project, including “Gutenberg the Musical”, Prospect Theater’s bluegrass musical” Golden Boy of Blue Ridge”, “Clean Alternatives” with writer Brian Dykstra and “The Exonerated” excerpts performed by celebrity guests. TRU will also present songs from upcoming musicals being developed by TRU producers. Nancy Anderson will perform a song from “Yank!”, the musical debuting off-Broadway in February 2010, and previewing a song from the upcoming Broadway musical “Pure Country”. In addition Brian Dykstra will perform a piece from his play “Clean Alternatives” and Radiotheatre will perform from one of their radio pieces.
The TRU Love “Opening Doors” Benefit will take place Sunday, November 8, 2009, at 12 noon, at Caroline’s on Broadway, 1626 Broadway at 49th Street, NYC, with cocktails and hors d’oeuvres at noon, luncheon at 1pm and performances and awards ceremony starting at 2:15. Tickets are $175 for Premium Patron level seats in the first tier, $150 for Patron level 2nd tier and $100 for general admission. Tickets may be purchased at www.truonline.org/store-new.html. Inquiries may be made by phoning 212/714-7628 or emailing TRUnltd@aol.com.
For more information, visit www.truonline.org or call 212-714-7628.
Where: BARNES & NOBLE, 150 East 86th Street, New York, NY (map)
Admission: Open
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Barnes & Noble will host a book signing in celebration of the national launch of Park Avenue Potluck CELEBRATIONS, authored by members of The Society of Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center and New York Times food columnist Florence Fabricant. A POTLUCK of cider, sweets and other treats for the family celebration will be brought by many of the authors’ favorite purveyors including Eleni’s Cookies, Smithfield, Dean & DeLuca, Taste Caterers, William Poll, Williams-Sonoma, Gristedes, MrsMonogram.com and others.
A percentage of net sales of products in Barnes & Noble stores nationally will support ‘Kids Express’, an individualized program -- funded by The Society of MSKCC – designed to help adult cancer patients communicate with their children about their illness.
Where: La Venue and The Tunnel, 608 west 28th Street, New York, NY (map)
Admission: Ticketed Event
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California wine country is heading east to New York with the Robert Mondavi Discover Wine Tour. Ted Allen, Robert Mondavi Private Selection Brand Ambassador, is thrilled to engage consumers in the Big Apple with live cooking demonstrations at the Tour and to encourage foodies to open up about their food and wine questions. Additionally, guests are invited to join Robert Mondavi Private Selection’s Avram Deitch and other wine experts at the Robert Mondavi Discover Wine tour to learn anything and everything - from wine making to wine pairing.
Where: SVA Theater, 333 23rd st , New York, NY (map)
Admission: Invite Only
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Edward R. Pressman Alan & Gabe Polsky
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First Look Studios
Eva Mendes
special screening of
BAD LIEUTENANT
PORT OF CALL NEW ORLEANS
A FILM BY WERNER HERZOG
screenplay by William Finkelstein
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A simple search on Ebay with the keywords Lehman Brothers uncovers a treasure trove of prep-tastic goodies from the “green monster” that include canvas totes, duffles, hats, a Nalgene bottle, and of course our favorites - the Lehman stress ball and the Lehman Brothers Emergency Evacuation Kit! The only thing missing from this splendid smorgasbord is a golden parachute.
