Friday, March 29, 2013

Hollywood Records Signs Disney Star Bella Thorne

RCN America learned today that the beautiful Bella Thorne fifteen years of age signed a record deal with Hollywood Records. Bella Thorne stars as the fashionable, adventurous, aspiring dancer CeCe Jones, one half of the comedic duo of young dancers trying to dance her way to stardom, in the new Disney Channel series "Shake It Up."

A three-time nominee and 2009 winner of a Young Artists Award, Thorne had a recurring role on HBO's hit drama "Big Love" playing Bill Paxton’s free-spirited daughter Tancy (Teenie) Henrickson. Her other television credits include the role of Christian Slater's daughter on NBC's "My Own Worst Enemy," Billy Baldwin's daughter on ABC's "Dirty Sexy Money" and Cheryl Hines' daughter on "In The Motherhood." She guest-starred on Disney Channel's Emmy-winning comedy series "Wizards of Waverly Place," "Entourage," "Little Monk," "October Road" and "The O.C."

On the big screen, Thorne starred in the psychological thriller "Forget Me Not" and in the yet to be released coming-of-age story "Raspberry Magic."

She is also the voice of one of the young Ant Kids in "Ant Bully," the video game based on the box-office hit "The Ant Bully."

Thorne has appeared in more than 60 commercials worldwide and was the youngest ever spokesperson for Texas Instruments. She was also featured in hundreds of national and international print advertising campaigns and editorial fashion spreads.

Born October 8, 1997 in Pembroke Pines, Florida, Thorne is the youngest of four siblings, who are all actors. Thorne is an avid supporter of The Nomad Organization which provides education, food and medical supplies to children in Africa; the Humane Society and the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Her interests include dancing, playing soccer, spending time with her family and playing with her two dogs (Cocker Spaniel and wolf-hybrid), six cats and a turtle.

We congratulate Bella on this exciting news that will sure to mean big things for this young fifteen year old Actress.
What are your thoughts on the news about Hollywood Records signing Bella Thorne to their roster?

Savannah Jayde Volunteers At Los Angeles Mission Easter Celebration

Actress Savannah Jayde with Actor Brandon Tyler Russell.
Los Angeles, California - Actress Savannah Jayde took time out of her day to volunteer at Los Angeles Mission Easter Celebration at the Los Angeles Mission on March 29, 2013 in Los Angeles, California. It's great to see Savannah volunteering her time at the Los Angeles Mission Easter Celebration today. Jayde was joined by Actor Brandon Tyler Russell, David Dreier, Actor Stephen Collins and Pro skateboader Ryan Sheckler.

Thank you for volunteering your time to a worthily cause.

About Los Angeles Mission:

The Los Angeles Mission exists to provide help, hope and opportunity to men, women and children in need.

Core Values – Distinctiveness of the Los Angeles Mission

We believe that all services provided to those in need should be done so in love, offering hope, mercy and compassion.

We believe that personal spiritual transformation occurs from strong Christian discipleship, equipping and training.

We believe that addictions can be overcome through prayer, medical treatment and deep, abiding, healthy relationships.

We believe that homelessness is a temporary condition that, when desired, can be overcome with personal healing, educational assistance, housing and employment.

Vision Statement
The Los Angeles Mission strives to be a world leader among Missions that provide for the poor, restore the addicted and eliminate homelessness.

We see each individual as a spiritual person of worth and dignity and worthy of assistance in their journey. Our vision is to see individuals and families set free from addictions and homelessness, transformed by God to become physically and spiritually healthy; educationally equipped to participate in society and sustain housing; and encouraged to create relationships of love and service to others. 
We seek to help those who have been abused and neglected to find a better life. We seek to help those who have become addicted to understand their addictions, to expect physical healing and to live in ways that are healthy to soul, mind and body. 
To fulfill this vision we:

Provide residential and non-residential Christian discipleship programs designed to address addictions and abuse by offering spiritual and physical tools to overcome addiction and live healthy, productive lives.
Give tangible help including gift-in-kind donations of food, clothing and shelter to those who are homeless or in jeopardy of becoming homeless. We provide and partner to offer emergency, transitional and permanent supportive housing.

Utilize a virtual network of connected relationships where persons are cared for and supported by mentors and friends using internet communications and cutting-edge technology.

Support and encourage literacy, education and training for employment as the equipping means for self support and stabilization. We work to assist those for whom a self-sustaining lifestyle is beyond their abilities.
Advocate for a future where homeless individuals are loved and cared for while at the same time expected to work towards self-sustaining futures.

Teach persons to live in healthy, supportive relationships, which provide for spiritual, emotional and physical support with personal accountability.

Create opportunities for donors and volunteers to experience making a personal difference in the lives of the people who seek help from the Mission.

Empower our staff and partners to participate side by side in collaboration of support for those in need.
Aspire to provide an environment in which staff, students, alumni, donors and volunteers are not afraid to have fun. We foster the ability to choose an attitude of laughter, joy and greatness,  and desire living life to its fullest every day.

Please check out Los Angeles Mission website by clicking here.
Pro skateboader Ryan Sheckler
Pro skateboader Ryan Sheckler





















 David Dreier
Actor Stephen Collins
Actor Brandon Tyler Russell
Pro skateboarder Ryan Sheckler with Actress Savannah Jayde.
 Photographs are credited to David Livingston/Getty Images

Article BY: David Mills
Entertainment Editor
RCN America

Jennifer Hawkins & Briden Star Marquee First Birthday

Sydney, Australia - Twenty nine year old Model Jennifer Hawkins and Briden Star looked beautiful as they
attended Marquee First Birthday at the Star on March 29, 2013 in Sydney, Australia.

Jennifer Hawkins born December 22, 1983 5' 11" is an Australian beauty queen, model and television presenter best known as Miss Universe 2004. She is the face of Australian department store Myer.

Miss Universe Olivia Culpo & Miss USA Nana Meriwether Attend Auction For Hurricane Sandy Relief

New York City, New York - Miss Universe Olivia Culpo & Miss USA Nana Meriwether looked gorgeous as they attended an auction dinner for Hurricane Sandy Relief at Philippe Chow on March 28, 2013 in New York City.

About Olivia Culpo:
Olivia Culpo born on May 8, 1992 is an American beauty pageant titleholder who won the Miss USA 2012 and Miss Universe 2012 pageant, representing her home state of Rhode Island. She previously won the 2012 Miss Rhode Island USA competition, which was the first pageant she entered. She attended Boston University up until she won Miss USA 2012 and is currently not enrolled in school. She was crowned Miss Universe 2012 in Las Vegas; she is the first winner from the USA to obtain the crown since Brook Lee in 1997.

Miss USA 2012
Culpo competed in the Miss USA 2012 competition on June 3, 2012, representing the state of Rhode Island. She won the title of Miss USA. She was crowned by the outgoing titleholder Alyssa Campanella, Miss USA 2011. On July 6, 2012, the city of Cranston, Rhode Island held a special homecoming celebration honoring Culpo for her pageant win. A story time program was held at the Cranston Public Library at which Culpo read The Giving

Yosemite Today

Yosemite Falls and Yosemite Valley at 8:13 this morning.

Yosemite Weather Today: Mostly sunny, with a high near 56. East wind 5 to 10 mph becoming west southwest in the morning. Winds could gust as high as 15 mph.
Tonight A 20 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 33. West southwest wind 5 to 10 mph becoming light and variable in the evening.


Nathan Kress Paramount Pictures' "G.I. Joe: Retaliation" Hollywood Premiere

Hollywood, California - Twenty year old Actor Nathan Kress kept things casual as he walked the red
carpet for Paramount Pictures' "G.I. Joe: Retaliation" Hollywood Premiere at TCL Chinese Theatre on March 28, 2013 in Hollywood, California.

Nathan Karl Kress born November 18, 1992 is an American actor. He is also a professional child model and actor since the age of three, and is best known for his role as Freddie Benson on the Nickelodeon television series iCarly.

Annual luncheon benefits Civil Engineering students


Sacramento, California - Sacramento State’s Civil Engineering Department is hosting the fifth annual Ken

Kerri Endowment Fund Luncheon from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 10, at the Alumni Center.

More than 150 alumni, professionals and engineering community leaders – as well as Sacramento State President Alexander Gonzalez and local dignitaries – are expected to attend. This year’s keynote speaker will be Brian Maroney, Caltrans chief bridge engineer and project manager of the new San Francisco Bay Bridge project.

The cost is $25 per person; the registration deadline is Thursday, April 4. Register for the luncheon by completing a registration form at www.ecs.csus.edu/wcm/ce or by calling (916) 278-6982.

Proceeds from the luncheon help to support the recruitment of promising civil engineering students, undergraduate and graduate student scholarships, faculty research projects, visiting scholars, and laboratory equipment in the program.

Kerri was a professor in the Department of Civil Engineering for nearly 40 years. In 1972, he helped establish the Office of Water Programs, which is recognized as the leading national training program for the operators and managers of water treatment facilities, water distribution systems, wastewater collection systems, and wastewater treatment and reuse facilities.

For more information about attending or sponsoring the luncheon, contact Neysa Bush at 278-6982 or nbush@ecs.csus.edu.

North End Shipyard Spring








North End Shipyard Spring
By Doug Mills
Maritime Editor
RCN America Network


One of the surest signs of spring is when the North End Shipyard starts hauling out the schooners of the Maine Windjammer Fleet.  On Thursday the American Eagle was hauled out for a new coat of paint and it's yearly inspection.

The 92' schooner American Eagle was built in Gloucester, Massachusetts in 1930. For 53 years she was a working member of the famed Gloucester fishing fleet. She is also a National Historic Landmark.

She will spend about a week on the railway at North End Shipyard.  The American Eagle is planning it's first trip of the season on May 17th.










Audrina Patridge "Fire & Ice Gala Presented by Candy Ice Jewelry to benefit Fresh2o - Water For Life."

Hollywood, California - Twenty seven year old TV personality Audrina Patridge looked pretty in a white
top and skirt as she walked the red carpet for Fire & Ice Gala Presented by Candy Ice Jewelry to benefit Fresh2o - Water For Life." at Lexington Social House on March 28, 2013 in Hollywood, California.

Audrina Patridge born May 9, 1985 made her small screen debut in 2005 as the fun and outgoing friend on the cast of the hit MTV series, "The Hills" (2006), a reality show which documents the lives of four young girls trying to make a mark for themselves in the fast pace, energetic city of Los Angeles. "The Hills" (2006) had the highest-rated telecast this year for MTV. It was recently awarded for "Choice TV Reality/ Variety Show" at the 2007 Teen Choice Awards show. The show will begin its fourth season in August 2008. Patridge recently completed production on her first film role, MGM Home Entertainment's Into the Blue 2: The Reef (2009) (V). In the film, Patridge stars opposite Chris Carmack and Laura Vandervoort as "Kelsey", a no-nonsense, beautiful beach babe whose boyfriend caters to her every command. Born the eldest of four children in Downey, California, Audrina has always aspired to become an actress in Hollywood and, as soon as she turned 18, she signed with a small management company in LA. She honed her craft by participating in drama classes and private acting lessons, taking a job at Quixote Studios as she waited for her big break. Living a stone's throw away from the MTV production of "The Hills" (2006), Audrina was spotted sunbathing by the pool and was asked by a producer if she would like to join the cast. She happily accepted her role as the dear friend of Lauren Conrad and Heidi Montag in what was sure to be the beginning of her enticing career. Patridge has been a class act since she was a small child. Her grace and charismatic demeanor fuel her ability to light up the camera. Aside from her captivating film presence, Audrina is an accomplished artist and has been active in many activities such as martial arts, cheerleading, kickboxing and especially dance.