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100 Monkeys Head East

May 8, 2009

For those of you who have been really jealous of those on the West Coast and their various opportunities to hear 100 Monkeys play, be jealous no more. The band has a bunch of East Coast gigs coming up. The first batch is in and around the Philadelphia area where Jackson is currently filming The Last Airbender.

May 16 2009 10:00P
Kenny’s Southampton
May 17 2009 3:00P
Kung Fu Necktie – ALL AGES Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
May 17 2009 9:00P
Kung Fu Necktie Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
May 23 2009 1:00P
Kenny’s – ALL AGES Southampton, Pennsylvania
May 23 2009 9:00P
Kenny’s Southampton, Pennsylvania

The good news is that at least one show is open to all ages, so under 21’s no worries there. Some other shows involve a cover minimum. Jackson also hinted in the video below that perhaps more are in the works. He name dropped Texas and NYC as well as how the band has gotten fans to help them obtain a few gigs.

See the band’s MySpace for full details.

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Rob’s Birthday Overseas

May 8, 2009

Twilight fans all celebrate in different ways. The Indonesian Twilight fans, 2,800 on their websites, are holding a birthday bash for Rob. Even though Rob is probably not coming, they are going all out anyway.

Check out both Twilight Indonesia and Twilight Nusantara

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Eye Con This Weekend

May 8, 2009

Possibly Twilight’s most underadvertised convention happens this weekend and there are still tickets available.  Guests include Peter Facinelli, Kellan Lutz, Jackson Rathbone (with 100 Monkeys), and Edi Gathegi.

You can buy both weekend and event only passes. So, if you are looking to check out 100 Monkeys this is a great opportunity to see Jackson and the band.

So, if you are in the Orlando, Florida area you may want to check this out.

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Peter Facinelli In Charity Poker Tournament

May 8, 2009

It’s no secret that Peter Facinelli is an avid poker player. He appeared on the program Celebrity Poker Showdown during the height of the Texas Hold ‘Em fad that swept the country a few years back.

He’s even organized a tournament with his wife, Jennie Garth to support the American Red Cross.

Well this weekend Peter is playing in a charity tournament organized by Jason Alexander, famous for Seinfeld and the director of Jackson Rathbone’s recent Criminal Minds episode. If you’re in the LA area why not show Peter your support and donate to a worthy cause.

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Melissa Rosenberg Gives Thumbs Up to Slade

May 8, 2009

Melissa Rosenberg updated her Facebook page regarding Eclipse director David Slade.

“Finally got to spend some time with our new director for Eclipse, David Slade. And I gotta say, he’s great. Very smart, funny, creative. I already knew he was a really talented and visual filmmaker, but now I know he’s terrific to work with as well. Collaborative and, most important (from a writer’s point of view) smart about story, character and emotional arcs. He gets it. And he’s going to make Eclipse into a fantastic movie. So relax Eclipse fans! We’re in good hands.”

Via HGE

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Little Ashes:Not a Critic Favorite

May 7, 2009

Well whether it’s the New York, LA, or London Times, Little Ashes does not seem to delight critics. They only thing they seemed to delight in regarding the movie were some really snarky one-liners about the merits (or lack thereof) of the film.


Reelz Channel summed up some of the more unique commentary here.

You can’t will them all, at least How To Be (which will be on On Demand in June–ty Jenny)was better received. If you are a How To Be fan you can snag some wallpapers over at Twilight UK.

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Summer School In Forks: Mother’s Day Promo

May 7, 2009

This just in from Summer School in Forks:

MOTHER’S DAY REGISTRATION PROMOTION

SSIF is proud to announce a special registration price available for one week.  What a perfect Mother’s Day Present!

Between May 7 and May 13, newly-registered and paid attendees* can receive the promotional price of
BUY ONE, GET ONE HALF OFF!
This makes the total price of registration for two attendees only $375!  That’s a $125 savings from the current price.  It’s our lowest registration price to date!
Register and PAY by May 13 to qualify!*
*Attendees having already paid are not eligible for this promotion.
*After filling out a registration form, an invoice will be sent showing the promotional price.
Promotional registrants will be entered in the “Every 50th wins an Ipod” promotion.
No price reduction on “Texas BBQ with Kaleb” Luncheon.

The Hillywood Players are coming to SSIF!

You know them from the wonderfully-produced videos on their youtube channel.  Now meet them in person!  Not only will you learn about how they create their remarkable movie paradies, but you can learn their “Twilight Parady Dance” straight from their video!
And if you are voted King or Queen of our Real Forks Prom,
you’ll get to dance the royalty dance with your choice of:
Edward, Bella, Alice, or Jasper!
Register now for the chance to hang out with the Hillywood Players!
www.TheHillywoodShow.com
www.Myspace.com/TheHillywoodShow

NEW PROM-ONLY TICKET SPECIAL
Want to attend just THE REAL FORKS PROM but not the other events?
Now you can!
A limited supply* of PROM-ONLY tickets are available for $50 each.
This ticket allows you entry to The Real Forks Prom on Saturday, June 27, 2009.
Enjoy all the bands, watch the crowning of the Prom King & Queen, learn the “Twilight Parady Dance” from The Hillywood Players, and have a great time!
To purchase Prom-Only Tickets, please send an email with names of each prom guest to [email protected].  You will be sent a Paypal invoice.
*Tickets sold on a first-come, first-served basis.  While supplies last.

SUNDAY-ONLY EVENTS TICKET SPECIAL
Enjoy the SSIF vendor area, the Twilight Art Gallery, the Graduation Breakfast with commencement speech by MTV’s Larry Carroll, and the SSIF Auction benefiting Forks High School…just $50 per ticket.*
To purchase Sunday-Only Tickets, please send an email with names of guests to [email protected].  You will be sent a Paypal invoice.
*Tickets sold on a first-come, first-served basis.  While supplies last.

LARRY CARROLL TO MC THE REAL FORKS PROM
Meet MTV’s Mr. Twilight Tuesdays when he is our Master of Ceremonies at the Real Forks Prom.   We are sad that Sam Cushion (twirock.com) won’t be joining us for this, but we want to wish him and his wife congratulations on their new baby who is to be born during SSIF!!  And, of course, you don’t want to miss Larry’s commencement speech at our Graduation Breakfast Sunday.

SPECIAL TWILIGHT MOVIE SCREENING
Ever get tired of not being able to scream and swoon when Edward first appears on screen?  Ever wish the other people in the movie theatre would stop shh-ing you when you quote every movie line?
Well, now’s your chance to get crazy at our
Fans-only, all-out, get-crazy Twilight Movie Screening.
Right after our bonfire at La Push, we will return to Forks High School for an anything goes Twilight viewing!
Cat calls, wolf whistles, even RIFFING (think MST 3000) in the comfort of this fan-only event.  The Forks High School ASB will be on hand selling drinks and snacks.

REMINDERS
Register for the “Texas BBQ with Kaleb” Luncheon and be eligible to win an autographed photo of Robert Pattinson.  Don’t miss Kaleb’s Keynote presentation:
“Bitten by Twilight”

Sign up to play in the first ever
“Bella Swan Memorial Volleyball Tournament”
Choose your team:
Stupid Shiny Volvo Owners
Irritable Grizzlies
Vol(leyball)-Turi
Newborns
Select yours when registering!

IMPORTANT WAIVER FORMS
Attendees under 18 must submit a completed and notarized Parental permission form.

Anyone participating in the “Bella Swan Memorial Volleyball Tournament” must complete two waiver forms.

DON’T FORGET TO REGISTER AND PAY NOW FOR SSIF…YOU COULD WIN AN IPOD NANO!!
SEE YOU IN FORKS

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Catherine Hardwicke To Receive Award

May 7, 2009

According to the Hollywood reporter Catherine Hardwicke is among good company including Jennifer Aniston, Holly Hunter, and Elizabeth Banks. All of these women are to receive recognition from Women in Film (WIF).

“Women in Film is thrilled to honor these extraordinarily versatile women who truly represent the new paradigm of Hollywood,” WIF/LA president Jane Fleming said. “Each of them has succeeded wildly by having the courage to work in all areas of the entertainment industry, transitioning between film and television, comedy and drama, studio and independent projects, both in front of and behind the camera.”

Get the whole story here.

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Twilight Dollars Taking a Slight Dip

May 7, 2009

Starting summer 2008 largely fueled by the Breaking Dawn release and the Twilight filming, licensed merchandise drove in record sales even in this slumping economy for Hot Topic, Borders, and others. This week the Blu-ray went into wide release including the delux collectors edition.

Given that the Twilight movie came out in November, it had to happen sometime. Sales look like they are finally falling off on the Twilight merchandising craze that started just a little more than a year ago.

According to Forbes:

“ Hot Topic has escaped much of the sales turmoil other retailers have faced amid the consumer spending drop-off. But analysts have speculated that much of the retailer’s sales outperformance is temporary due to the apparel license for the “Twilight” movie.

In a recorded sales call, the company said “Twilight” merchandise had less prominence in Hot Topic stores and thus fell “considerably” as a percentage of the total business.”

Hot Topic isn’t alone.  Warner music, who put out the soundtrack,  is also feeling the pinch.

“The world’s third largest music company posted a net loss of $68 million, or 45 cents a share in its fiscal second quarter ended March 31 compared with a year-earlier loss of $37 million, or 25 cents a share.”

Could it be that the Twilight merchandising has finally met its saturation point, or are people just taking a breather until New Moon hits?

Anyway for a bit of shameless commercialism on our part, check out the Lexicon shop (a few featured designs in this post).  It’s a little too later for Mother’s Day merchandise on time arrival, but gift certificates are always an option. If you have a Twi-Guy start thinking ahead for Father’s Day.


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What Makes Twilight Accessible?

May 7, 2009

The Deadbolt does a run down of just what make the Twilight Saga so accessible and relatable to so many people:

“Why has the Stephenie Meyer based Twilight Saga become such a global phenomenon? Why have so many female fans flocked to the town of Forks in the Twilight setting? Based on the volume of Twilight related articles hitting the internet and the levels of online Twilight and New Moon discussion, it’s obvious the Twilight franchise is the most popular big screen adaptation series out there.”

They come up four key reasons to answer this question. Do you agree?

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