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Comedy Corner: Craig Robinson

November 18, 2011  |  9:00 PM  |  $25.00  |  Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa  |  609.317.1000

Craig Robinson is an American actor and seriously fast-rising star who has had roles in two feature films and a number of television programs. He starred in the box-office smash "Hot Tub Time Machine," and also had roles in "Pineapple Express," "Zack and Miri Make a Porno," and even hosted NBC's 'Last Comic Standing.' He is mostly known however for playing Dunder-Mifflin warehouse manager Darryl Philbin on the hit American version of 'The Office' on NBC. He was bumped up to star status in the fourth season. He also plays a club doorman in the film Knocked Up. Craig appears as a bouncer in the music video for the Red Hot Chili Peppers song "Hump de Bump", in which he acts as a bouncer for a block party and does not let Chris Rock enter. His past television roles have included a security guard on Arrested Development, and a government worker on Friends.

Family Fun: Sundays are Family Fun Days at the Library

November 6 - 27, 2011  |  Dates & Times Below  |  Atlantic City Free Public Library  | acfpl.org

The Atlantic City Free Public Library offers an array of Sunday programs designed for children and their families to enjoy. All programs are free. Children nine years of age or younger must be accompanied by an adult. Please call (609) 345-2269, ext. 3050, for more information.

Day of the Dead Program on Sunday, Nov. 6, at 2 p.m. – Create ceramic skulls adorned with marigold flowers and other symbols representing a loved one. All materials supplied. Accommodates up to 25 participants. This program is for age 5 and older.

Honoring Native American Heritage Month on Sunday, Nov. 13, at 2 p.m. – Enjoy a fun interactive program with your family making and baking a Shrinky Dinks craft with a Native American twist. This program is for age 6 and older.

Totems and Totem Poles on Sunday, Nov. 20, at 2 p.m. – The totem is usually an animal, natural figure or symbol that represents a person or group of related people such as a family. One of the most recognized artworks of Native American culture is the totem pole. In this workshop, participants will view examples of totems in Native American art and then craft their own small totem poles using a variety of materials such as wood, paint and fabrics. All supplies are provided. The program is for age 8 and older.

Make a Holiday Tree Using Pictures from Holiday Cards on Sunday, Nov. 27, at 2 p.m. – Cut, staple and stack pictures to make your own personal tree for the holidays. Cards supplied by instructor or participants can bring their own. All supplies are provided. This program is for age 6 and older.

The Atlantic City Free Public Library is located at 1 N Tennessee Avenue in Atlantic City. Phone 609.432.9202.

Community Spotlight: "Operation Help" for the Holidays

November 19 - 23, 2011  |  Chickie's & Pete's  |  609.653.1400

South Jersey’s premier rock station – 103.7 WMGM Rocks – and it’s highly-popular morning-drive show, The Morning Edge with JoJo & Scotty, are set to kick-off the area’s fourth annual OPERATION HELP campaign, Saturday, Nov. 19, through Wednesday, Nov. 23rd from Chickie’s & Pete’s in Egg Harbor Twp, NJ. The five-day event, which will include almost 50 hours of live broadcasts hosted byMorning Edge personalities JoJo Borsello and Scotty Reilly, is set to be the region’s longest holiday donation-drive, benefiting The Atlantic City Rescue Mission and The Food Bank of South Jersey charities.

Best known for being provocative, unpredictable and funny, The Morning Edge team  will put their talents to good use this Thanksgiving season and camp out for a cause in an RV motor home, provide by Driftwood RV, outside Chickie’s & Pete’s for five days.   JoJo and Scotty will be urging listeners, local business owners and community members to stop by the 103.7 WMGM Rocks’ “Operation Help” tent with food, clothing, toys, furniture and monetary donations, where they will be accepted 24-hours a day.

Continuing to grow its success year after year, last year’s Operation Help campaign provided over 30 18-ft truckloads of clothing, food and toys for local families in need and raised thousands in cash donations.  Past sponsors and regional supporters have included NBC 40, The Press of Atlantic City, Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa, Trump Taj Mahal, Resorts Atlantic City, The Hub and McAllister, as well as area schools, police and fire departments.  The Operation Help initiative was founded by Reilly and Borsello four years ago as a way to give back to local folks who need help – especially during the holidays.

“Scotty & JoJo are known for being funny and a little edgy, but they have earned the reputation for being two of the most community-driven radio personalities in the South Jersey market,” said Vice President of Broadcast Operations, Paul Kelly.  “They’ve spearheaded the Operation Help initiative over the last four years, and WMGM Rocks is now excited to be a part of this great charity event, which benefits two very worthy local charities - The Atlantic City Rescue Mission and The Food Bank of South Jersey.”

The Dining Yenta: The Palm Restaurant Review

Posted on August 12, 2011 by The Dining Yenta

So my hubby and I were coming up with ideas on where to spend our 48th wedding anniversary.  A few of our favorite places came to mind to start, and as we narrowed down the list to a handful of eateries we both kept repeating the same restaurant over and over again... The Palm at the Tropicana Casino & Resort.

After all those years of marriage, we tend to think alike, especially when it comes to eating. I guess our love of food and wine has probably been one of the main things that has kept us going strong all these years. To me, a good meal shared with others, especially your significant other, brings people together.

Not only did we agree on where we would eat, we also decided what we would eat, thanks to The Palm's terrific Summer Lobster Dinner for Two promotion.

Every so often The Palm offers a succulent Jumbo Nova Scotia Lobster Split for Two with melted butter and lemon. It comes with a starter salad, and sides for a pretty reasonable $95 price (not including tax and tip).

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My Thoughts on Pacquiao vs. Marquez

Posted on November 16, 2011 by Brittany A. Rogers

When I was watching the Manny Pacquiao-Juan Manuel Marquez fight Saturday night, I felt like I was watching my favorite hockey team blow a 5-3 lead in the third period by backing off and watching the clock after having played so well throughout the game.
    
When Pacquiao and Marquez met the first time on May 8, 2004 in Las Vegas, NV, they fought a war and the fight was scored a 12-round draw.  In their second bout, on Mar. 15, 2008 in Las Vegas, Pacquiao was awarded a controversial split decision.  In their third bout on Saturday, Pacquiao again won, this time by majority decision.  Certain fighters give other certain fighters a hard time.  It’s as if someone has your number, so to speak.   I think Marquez has Pacquiao’s number and will always give him a tough fight.

When Shane Mosley boxed Pacquiao earlier this year, he exposed Pacquiao in ways that few fans expected.  Mosley fought defensively that night and even though Pacquiao won, he looked uncomfortable.

The third bout between Marquez and Pacquiao was unlike their first two brawls.  Did Mosley’s exposure of Pacquiao cause this fight to be less of a brawl?  Marquez fought a more defensive fight and Pacquiao, perhaps not expecting this, clearly could not adapt.

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