Author Archive for MKH
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The Fades on Blu-ray and DVD Today!
Posted by MKH on February 21, 2012
I’ve done a number of articles about British Television. I like it. As you may have seen, many British shows have been remade for American Television. This was mostly due to the fact that available technology prevented these shows from being aired in the States. We’re beyond that now with BBC America available on a number of cable and satellite networks. So I want to make you aware of another show that should get some of your attention: The Fades.
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Lalah Hathaway Live at J&R on Tuesday February 28th
Posted by MKH on February 21, 2012
R&B recording artist Lalah Hathaway will be appearing live at J&R for a special performance and signing of her latest album “Where It All Begins”. Ms. Hathaway’s music career began in 1990 with her self-titled album Lalah Hathaway and has showed no signs of slowing down. A gifted pianist and vocalist, her combination of Jazz, R&B, and Pop garnered her early recognition as a rising star. Though it was her rich voice that attracted critics and fans alike to her music.
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J&R Unboxed: Panasonic DMCFZ150 – Enter to Win!
Posted by MKH on February 20, 2012
We used it! We reviewed it! Now, you can win it!
Panasonic has never been shy about producing excellent electronics no matter what the category. In the field of digital cameras they consistently win award after award. The DMC-FZ150 is no exception to this Panasonic rule. This 12-Megapixel Hybrid Digital Camera is full featured and rugged. With the ability to shoot in FULLHD it can serve as a great camcorder in a pinch. Check out the unboxed video below and enter to win!
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J&R Jr. Grand Opening — Kidstravanganza Recap
Posted by MKH on February 17, 2012
What a whirlwind this past weekend was for us here at J&R. J&R Jr. opened with quite a bang as hundreds of families flooded our new boutique. There was great music from Laurie Berkner, The Dirty Sock Funtime Band, Farmer Jason, and Dan Zanes. Ted Hills joined us for an excellent book reading and we had a few Princesses grace us with their royal presence. Kids and parents alike were mesmerized by The Amazing Max and his extremely entertaining combination of Magic and Comedy.
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J&R Jr. Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and Vendor Reception
Posted by MKH on February 16, 2012
February 13 was a big day for us at 1 Ann Street. We had celebrated the Grand Opening of J&R Jr. with a terrific two day Kidstravaganza and now it was time to put on the suits for our Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. Manhattan Borough President Scott Stringer presented J&R Jr. Executive Vice President Jason Friedman with a Proclamation from the Mayor’s Office recognizing J&R Jr Day.
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J&R President’s Day Commercial 2012
Posted by MKH on February 15, 2012
Washington and Lincoln have nothing on us this President’s Day! Check out the savings in our commercial! Coupon is valid in store & online from Feb. 16th - 21st.
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Whitney Houston 1963 – 2012
Posted by MKH on February 13, 2012
Whitney Houston, one of the greatest singers of the last two decades died suddenly this past weekend at the age of 48. Her career took off in 1985 with the release of her self-titled album Whitney Houston. At the time of its debut it was the biggest selling release by a female artist in music history. Houston would go on to release ten albums that all reached diamond, gold, platinum, and multi-platinum status. She is the only artist to have seven consecutive Billboard 100 No.1 hit songs.
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Savannah Outen Performing Live at J&R Jr.
Posted by MKH on February 9, 2012
Singer / Songwriter Savannah Outen will be appearing Live at J&R Jr. 5pm on Valentine’s Day to perform her single “No Place Like Here” from the Zhu Zhu Pets – Quest for Zhu Soundtrack. Purchase a copy of the Zhu Zhu Pets – Quest for Zhu Soundtrack and receive a free poster with Activity Book.
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Don Cornelius 1936 – 2012
Posted by MKH on February 1, 2012
Donald Cortez Cornelius (1936 – 2012) creator of the long running music / dance show Soul Train was found dead in his Sherman Oaks, CA home early this morning. He was 75. Beginning his career as a radio announcer, “Don” wanted to produce a show akin to American Bandstand geared towards the African-American community.
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J&R Jr. Grand Opening: February 11 – 12
Posted by MKH on January 31, 2012
The day is close at hand! You’ve been hearing about it for months, and we’ve been hard at work bringing color, music, and magic to the J&R Jr. store on the 2nd Floor of 1 Park Row.
On February 11, the new boutique — which will provide the best in baby gear, kids electronics, toys, developmental classes and so much more — will open with a FREE two day KIDSTRAVAGANZA, featuring the top names in kids music, as well as magicians, princesses, balloons, food & more. It will be a weekend NOT to be missed.
