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CBS News
27-06-2025
- Entertainment
- CBS News
The World's Largest Rubber Duck returns, good food, and fireworks
The weekend is here, and if you're still looking to make some plans, we've got you covered with plenty of good food, tunes, and drinks! Barbecue and Bands Festival A new food festival is coming to town: the Barbecue and Bands Festival starts today at the Monroeville Convention Center. Of course, there will be plenty of ribs, pulled pork, and sides to try out from award-winning grilles. There will also be live music, including America's number one Earth, Wind, & Fire tribute band playing through Sunday night. The festival is rain or shine, and you can get tickets at this link. World Square Festival Also kicking off today is the World Square Festival in Downtown Pittsburgh. This year, the event that celebrates Pittsburgh's international communities features businesses, artists, vendors, food, and performers from all across the area. The fun is happening in the Benedum lot at the intersection of Seventh Street and Penn Avenue. It's free to attend and starts at 4 p.m. on Friday and runs through Sunday at 6 p.m. The full schedule of events can be found on their website. Taco and Tequila Festival Saturday night in Washington County at EQT Park, the home of the Washington Wild Things, is the Taco and Tequila Festival. Grab your crew and enjoy a night out kicking it with your favorite throwback artists like Lil Jon, Paul Wall, and Twista while getting some of the region's best chef-inspired taco vendors throughout the festival. Of course, you can wash down those tacos with some margaritas and tequila. Gates open for general admission at 2:30 p.m., and you can buy tickets right here. Boom on the Bridge If you're looking for somewhere to get the 4th of July holiday started early, you can head out to Beaver County's Boom on the Bridge. It's on Saturday in downtown Bridgewater near the Rochester-Bridgewater Bridge and Bridge Street. There will be live music, family fun, food vendors, and a fireworks show to end the night. It goes from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. and it's free to attend. The full schedule and details can be found at this link. Pittsburgh Pickers Vintage Market If you're into vintage items, make sure your calendar is clear on Sunday. Pittsburgh Pickers Vintage Market is taking place at the Highline along E. Carson Street. You'll be able to shop for local vintage goods, enjoy food and drink from Burgher's Brewing, and listen to music from local artists. It runs from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. on Sunday, and you can check out the event details on Facebook. Pride in the Park On Sunday, you can celebrate the end of Pride Month with Pride in Park at Dormont Park. There will be food trucks, vendors, drinks, music, and more. It's free to attend and gets started at 1 p.m. on Sunday. Learn more on Facebook. World's Largest Rubber Duck Migrates to Idlewild Finally, if you missed it back in 2013, you have another chance to see the world's largest rubber duck! Beginning today and through Sunday in Ligonier, the duck is posing for your selfies at Idlewild and Soak Zone. Standing six stories tall and weighing more than 15 tons, the duck will be joined by her slightly smaller offspring, who is a mere 10 feet tall. There is also a lot of fun planned for this weekend at Idlewild, including a "Shake Your Tail Feather" dance party, a foam fest, a quack track interactive walkthrough, and of course, plenty of selfie opportunities. Get tickets right here.
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
LIST: Summer 2025 outdoor events, activities in Albuquerque
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Summer 2025 officially begins on June 20, and if you are looking to get outdoors, there are plenty of events and activities available in family-friendly events featuring live music, food and drink vendors, handcrafted items for sale, and other activities. June 14: Heights Summerfest, North Domingo Baca Park, 5-10 p.m. July 19: Route 66 Summerfest, Nob Hill, 5-10 p.m. Aug. 2: Westside Summerfest, Ventana Ranch Community Park, 5-10 p.m. Rail Yards Market The Rail Yards Market features local vendors selling food, drinks, crafts, art, flowers, plants, and more. May-October every Sunday: Albuquerque Rail Yard, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Downtown Growers' Market Features local produce, handcrafted wellness products, art, hot prepared foods, music, and entertainment. Now-Nov. 8 on Sundays: Robinson Park, 8 a.m.-noonPerformances by T.I., Lil Jon, Fat Joe, Ginuwine, Chingy, and the Ying Yang Twins. Booths selling tacos, nachos, margaritas, tequilas, beer, and more. June 21: Balloon Fiesta Park, Noon to 10 p.m. Summertime in Old Town 2025 Live music will be performed on the gazebo. Now through July 26 at Old Town Plaza. Fridays from 7-9 p.m., Saturdays from 1-3 p.m. and 7-9 p.m., and 1-3 p.m. on Sundays. Freedom 4th Celebrate Independence Day with fireworks and live music performances, including national headliner Hunter Hayes. Local vendors will be on site selling food and drinks. July 4: Balloon Fiesta Park, 3 to 10 p.m. Night Walks at the Botanic Garden A guided tour through the Botanic Garden in search of night-blooming plants, nocturnal animals, and night pollinators. July 8 and *Aug. 12: ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. *Aug. 12 event is adults bunches and products for sale alongside booths selling art, crafts, alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, and food. The event also features live music and educational activities and exhibits. July 26: Balloon Fiesta Park, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Albuquerque Isotopes Watch the Albuquerque Isotopes play baseball at Rio Grande Credit Union Field at Isotopes Park. See schedule for home games taking place through Sept. a New Mexico United match at Rio Grande Credit Union Field at Isotopes Park. See schedule for home games taking place through Oct. 24. ABQ Trolley Co. Tour Hop on the open-air trolley for a tour of the Duke City. See schedule for tours running throughout the year. The City of Albuquerque maintains several outdoor recreation facilities and spaces. Below you will find a list of activities offered in the city: Biking, hiking and walking trails Fishing areas Swimming pools Softball and baseball fields Basketball courts Pickleball courts Tennis courts Golf courses Disc Golf Skate park BMX pump track Disc golf Shooting range Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Associated Press
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
BESLA Closes Out 2025 Mid-Year Conference in Atlanta with Honors for Matt Barnes and Lil Jon
Atlanta, GA June 09, 2025 --( )-- The Black Entertainment and Sports Lawyers Association (BESLA) successfully hosted its 2025 Mid-Year Conference in Atlanta from May 29-31, bringing together top legal minds, entertainment executives, creatives, and athletes for three days of transformative dialogue, dynamic programming, and industry connection. Under the theme 'Bridging the Gap: Advocacy, Artistry & Access,' the conference drew hundreds of attendees from across the country, all eager to explore the critical intersections of law, creativity, and equity in entertainment and sports. This year's gathering featured interactive panel discussions, fireside chats, networking opportunities, and new actor and television writing workshops, providing an enriching, cross-disciplinary experience for both legal and creative professionals. May 29, the first day of the conference, was officially declared BESLA Day in Fulton County by Fulton County Commissioners Moraima 'Mo' Ivory and Marvin Arrington Jr., who were in attendance to present the proclamation and recognize BESLA's contributions to the legal and creative communities. BESLA proudly honored two cultural trailblazers whose work embodies leadership and influence: • Grammy Award-winning artist, producer, and philanthropist Lil Jon received the Beacon of Industry Award and joined a fireside chat discussing his expansive career, business ventures, and his advocacy for mental health and community development. • NBA Champion, entrepreneur, and media personality Matt Barnes was presented with the Power Player Award during a special program at Georgia State University College of Law. He participated in an engaging conversation highlighting his transition from athlete to business leader and advocate. 'This year's conference was a true celebration of what happens when advocacy meets artistry and access,' said Allison Hobbs, BESLA Board Member and Chair of the 2025 Mid-Year Conference. 'We are proud to provide a space where legal professionals, creatives, and changemakers can come together to learn, grow, and empower one another.' A key highlight of the conference was a timely panel examining the evolving landscape of collegiate athletics in light of the pending House v. NCAA settlement. Experts Donald Woodard, Traci Bransford, Darrell Thompson, and Mason Ashe led an in-depth discussion on what the $2.8 billion proposed settlement could mean for student-athletes, institutions, and legal practitioners. Prominent entertainment attorneys Janine Morris-Meggets, Aziza Bowser, and Roy Turner led a panel about protecting child performers and shared legal perspectives and best practices for safeguarding young talent, while decorated actor and musician Tristan 'Mack' Wilds lent his insights and experience as a successful former child performer who is still in the business today. To view photos from the 2025 Mid-Year Conference, visit: Photo Gallery. For more information about BESLA and upcoming events, visit About BESLA The Black Entertainment and Sports Lawyers Association (BESLA) is a nationally recognized leader in legal education and professional development for lawyers and professionals in the entertainment, sports, and related industries. Through premier programming, scholarships, and mentorship, BESLA remains committed to advancing diversity, access, and excellence in entertainment law. BESLA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Contact Information: DT Communications Deven Trowers 510-220-7860 Contact via Email Read the full story here: BESLA Closes Out 2025 Mid-Year Conference in Atlanta with Honors for Matt Barnes and Lil Jon Press Release Distributed by
American Military News
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- American Military News
CeeLo Green stirs controversy for wearing Confederate flag
CeeLo Green is the latest musician to turn the Confederate flag into a fashion statement. The singer and rapper donned a Confederate flag hoodie in an Instagram post shared on Thursday. He captioned the picture with the hashtags, 'soul,' 'rebel.' In response, hundreds of his fans expressed their distaste for his choice of clothing. 'Love you lo, but you bout to get unfollowed,' one commenter wrote under the post. 'You could've kept this one to yourself, unc,' another fan wrote. The Goodie Mob member's other two posts on Thursday included a picture of him with the African American flag and the American flag. Green is certainly not the first Atlanta artist to wear the Confederate flag, which has long symbolized white supremacy. Some have described it as an act of rebellion. The flag is prominently featured in the cover art for Lil Jon & the Eastside Boyz's 2001 album 'Put Yo Hood Up.' Lil Jon also wore the flag in the video for 'Bia' Bia'.' At the time, Lil Jon told The Atlanta Journal-Constitution that he wanted to slight supporters of the flag while also celebrating his Southern heritage. 'For me to wear that flag is like me going out with their daughters,' Lil Jon told the AJC's A. Scott Walton in 2001. 'We're Southern-born and raised. The flag is part of us. We just look at it as being proud to say we're from the South.' André 3000 wore the flag on his belt buckle in the video for OutKast's 2000 hit 'Ms. Jackson.' 'I wear the belt for southern pride and to rebel, I don't take the confederate flag that serious as far as the racial part is concerned,' he told Vibe magazine at the time. Other Atlanta rappers like Ludacris and Pastor Troy have also worn the flag. Kanye West, who was born in Atlanta but raised in Chicago, is perhaps the most notable example of a Black artist endorsing the flag. Along with wearing the flag, the rapper also sold merchandise with the Civil War-era image in 2013, stating that he 'took the Confederate flag and made it my flag.' Reps for CeeLo Green could not be immediately reached for more information. ___ © 2025 The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Yeah! Lil Jon is coming to the Jersey Shore for Z100 Memorial Day weekend show at Jenks
What, Lil Jon is coming to the Jersey Shore this Memorial Day weekend? Yeah! Jon, hip-hop producer and star of the 'What!?' gifs, will perform the morning of Friday, May 23, at the Z100 Jumpstart to Summer show at Jenkinson's Boardwalk in Point Pleasant Beach. Jon's hits include 'Turn Down for What' with DJ Snake and 'Yeah!' with Usher. Zara Larsson and Dasha will also perform, and Disco Fries, Oneduo, and Pyro Tiger will play deejay sets. The show will be broadcast on the Z100 Morning Show with Elvis Duran and crew. The free show begins at 7 a.m. and the music starts at 10 a.m. Visit for a chance to win for 'cut the line passes' or more information. Elsewhere, the WFAN Boomer and Gio Kickoff to Summer show is set for 6 to 11 a.m. Friday at D'Jais, 1801 Ocean Ave., Belmar. Morning jocks Boomer Esiason and Gregg Giannotti will host, and country music star Chris Lane will perform. Visit for more info. The Boss, classic rock and more at 107.1 and 99.7 FM from Neptune, is having its 2025 Summer Blast Off at 6 a.m. Friday at the Crab's Claw Inn on Route 35 in Lavallette. They'll have Jersey music legends John Easdale and Peter Wood of Dramarama playing, as well as Phillip Phillips, Jimmy and the Parrots, Mike Rocket, the Captain and O'Neil, and Joe Nolan's iconic salute to start the summer. Visit for more info. Subscribe to for the latest on the New Jersey music scene. Chris Jordan, a Jersey Shore native, covers entertainment and features for the USA Today Network New Jersey. Contact him at cjordan@ This article originally appeared on Asbury Park Press: Lil Jon plays Jersey Shore, Z100 Memorial Day show
