Save the date for one of the Peninsula's premiere summer arts and entertainment festivals, returning to Burlingame Avenue on August 20-21, 2016.
Burlingame On the Avenue will fill the streets of downtown Burlingame with hundreds of unique artisans displaying hand-crafted products, delicious foods and beverages, and exciting performances.
Burlingame On the Avenue is proud to once again offer three entertainment stages throughout the festival which boast a variety of unique musical and dance performances.
The expanded, interactive Children's Playland area will be open to children of all ages, offering family friendly rides, carnival style games and much more.
"Burlingame On the Avenue" is hosted by the Burlingame Chamber of Commerce and is free to the community. The festival runs from 10am-6pm on Saturday, August 20th and Sunday, August 21st. For additional information, visit http://www.burlingamechamber.org or call 650-344-1725.
Wednesday, March 23, 2016
Friday, March 18, 2016
Orchid Prints Paired With Matching Live Orchids at This Year's Pacific Orchid Exposition
Past met present at the front
entrance area of this year's Pacific Orchid Exposition, as Arader Galleries
provided beautiful nineteenth-century orchid prints and watercolors to line the
entryway.
Each painting was accompanied by
matching live orchids and each were a distinct species--not hybrids. The displays were the perfect interpretation of this
year's show theme, "A Legacy of Orchids," which explored the history
of these amazing plants. Orchids fascinated audiences hundreds of years ago
just as they still do today. POE attendees were able to see in person just how
well each artist captured the flowers' likeness.
Paphiopedilum lawrenceanum hyeanum and chamberlainianum
Odontoglossum crispum
Paphiopedilum charlesworthii
Paphiopedilum venustum
Friday, March 4, 2016
The Larose Group/PR Magic Receives 2016 "Best of San Mateo" Award
The Larose
Group, also known as PR Magic, has been selected for the 2016 "Best of San
Mateo" award in the category of Public Relations and Publicity by the San
Mateo Award Program.
The Larose Group/PR Magic has been in operation for over 25
years and publicizes numerous companies, non-profit organizations and events
throughout the San Francisco Bay Area.
The PR Agency has worked with important Peninsula clients over
the years, including the San Mateo Public Library, the Downtown San Mateo
Association, Episcopal Senior Communities including St. Paul's Towers, San
Francisco Towers and Webster House, the Peninsula Youth Ballet, the Lifemark
Group, the Burlingame Chamber of Commerce, the San Mateo Harvest Festival and
the College of San Mateo's Jazz on the
Hill event.
"We are thrilled to be recognized for this award,"
said Frances Larose, CEO of the Larose Group. "San Mateo is such a
thriving community full of innovative businesses. To be named as the best in
the PR and Publicity sector is truly an honor for our company."
Each year the San Mateo Award Program identifies companies that
they believe have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local
community and business category. These are local companies that enhance the
positive image of small business through service to their customers and the
greater community.
Winners are determined based on information gathered both
internally from the San Mateo Award Program and data provided by third parties.
About the Larose Group/PR Magic
The Larose Group/PR Magic is a full service PR Firm located on
the San Francisco Peninsula. It specializes in publicizing small to mid-size
businesses and offers services in public relations, advertising, marketing,
promotions, social media and event planning. For additional information, please
visit www.prmagic.com or email info@prmagic.com
About the San Mateo Award Program
The San Mateo Award Program is an annual awards program honoring
the achievements and accomplishments of local businesses throughout the San
Mateo Area. Recognition is given to those companies that have shown the ability
to use their best practices and implemented programs to generate competitive
advantages and long term value.
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Wednesday, February 17, 2016
PR Magic Welcomes LOCZIdesign as New Client!
Welcoming the LOCZIdesign Group!
The Larose Group/PR Magic is delighted to begin work with a new client, San Francisco-based interior design company LOCZIdesign. LOCZI's mission is to create spaces that balance and inspire, with a focus on fulfilling each client's specific needs and aesthetic vision.
LOCZIdesign was started by Paige Loczi in 2005. The firm's unique and innovative approach has continued to surprise designers and clients alike. Their studio (shown below) with its revolving art and event space offers continual inspiration within the design community.
Each member of the LOCZIdesign team brings their expertise and critical eye to every project. Paige, the founder and creative director, is a visionary with the ability to connect different elements, take risks and ultimately arrive at a unique and inspiring product. Catrina is LOCZIdesign's senior project manager; she is the analytical and technical expert of the group, who ensures that all materials are installed properly. Mike, the operations director, manages the business side of the firm, using a structured approach to find solutions and streamline the process. Associate designer Margo has a creative eye and is especially gifted in designing custom pieces and utilizing new and innovative products. Nina, a designer, is an expert in spacial planning who works through problems and smooths bumps in the road with her can-do attitude. Lastly, Mennlay is the blogger and social media maven for LOCZIdesign who connects the group with the community.
We could not be more thrilled to work with such a talented and passionate group of people. Their renovations and designs constantly blow us away (check out some before-and-after pictures of some of the projects on their website!). We are excited to bring more media attention and exposure to LOCZIdesign so that the entire San Francisco Bay Area can be as impressed with this firm as we are!
Head over to LOCZIdesign's website to take a look at some of their fantastic work!
Thursday, December 3, 2015
San Jose Harvest Festival Delights Shoppers Over Black Friday Weekend
The San Jose Harvest Festival, which took place November 27-29 this year at the San Jose Convention Center, brought in large crowds eager to shop with their families after Thanksgiving. The festival took place on Black Friday weekend, encouraging Christmas shoppers to buy from small businesses and local artisans instead of flocking to major malls.
The Harvest Festival, one of the top rated craft shows in
the United States, featured over 24,000 handmade items. Attendees were able to
meet the makers face to face while browsing unique art, jewelry, clothing,
toys, home decor, and more. On Saturday, November 28, the San Jose Harvest
Festival was specially featured by KTVU Fox 2 News. For three and a half hours,
KTVU toured the area, interviewing vendors and granting viewers an inside look
at the Harvest Festival's diverse handmade crafts, art, and specialty foods.
KTVU highlighted a number of vendors, including Bruce Lanham
Scrimshaw, which specializes in beautiful engravings in swordfish bone. Another
shop, Cherry Country from Oregon, showed off delicious dried fruit, jams, and
chocolate covered cherries. KTVU also spoke to Frank Vigneri of Candle Opera,
who displayed his beautifully designed candle holders created from thin wood
veneer. Personalized home decor and ornaments were available from Mosaics by
Sharice, a new vendor to the Harvest Festival, and Mississippi Miracle Clay even
gave the KTVU reporter an on-air facial using their unique southern face mask.
The Harvest Festival wasn't only about the products for
sale, though. Le Jazz Hot Trio supplied lively music for the Festival, delighting
attendees and continuing a tradition of fine French Gypsy Jazz. James Garner's
Tribute to Johnny Cash also charmed audiences, faithfully recreating Cash's
biggest hits. Sausages, salads, sandwiches, coffees, and more were available
for attendees to enjoy a delicious lunch while enjoying the entertainment.
For more information about the Harvest Festival, visit http://harvestfestival.com/
Friday, September 4, 2015
Pleasanton Harvest Festival to Open at the Alameda County Fairgrounds

The
Harvest Festival is a one-of-a-kind event that offers shoppers the chance to
browse thousands of American handmade arts and crafts, including original art,
clothing, blown glass, ceramics, photography, specialty foods and more. Guests can
visit hundreds of booths, getting their purchases personalized and meeting the
artists who individually made each product.
For
the first time ever, the Harvest Festival will offer a free admission to the
first 100 people in line each day, so be sure to get there early!
Throughout
the weekend there is fabulous, continual live entertainment at the outdoor
stage. John Park will be performing his popular "Funny Waiter" show
where he spins plates and has the audience participating in his hilarious
tricks, and the Hot Rods Band will get the crowd on their feet and dancing with
their tribute to early rock and roll hits of the 50's and 60's. Plus, strolling
entertainers wander the grounds, entertaining and interacting with festival attendees.
This
year, the Pleasanton Harvest Festival is proud to welcome its new official
charity, the Crown Monarchs Youth Cheer and Dance Team. The Crown Monarchs are
a non-profit competitive cheer team from Brentwood whose purpose is to promote
athletic participation in cheerleading and dance, as well as foster the
physical, mental and moral development of young girls. The organization will
receive half of the proceeds from all shopping bags sold at the event and will
also be hosting the interactive KidZone this year.
The Pleasanton
Harvest Festival® is once again supporting the Alameda County Community Food
Bank by offering $2 off admission to anyone who brings a monetary donation or
non-perishable food items to the show. The Alameda County Community Food Bank
serves 1 in 5 residents living throughout Alameda County and distributes enough
food for 380,000 meals each week.
The
Harvest Festivals were recognized as one of the top craft shows in the United
States by Sunshine Artist Magazine
and are the largest indoor arts and crafts show on the West Coast.
What: The Pleasanton Harvest
Festival®
When: September 18-20, 2015
Where: Alameda County Fairgrounds
(4501 Pleasanton Ave, Pleasanton, CA 94566)
Hours: Friday and Saturday:
10 am – 6pm, Sunday: 10 am – 5pm
Tickets: Adults:
$9, Seniors (62+): $7, Kids 12 & Under: Free (Tickets valid for re-entry)
Info: Call
or visit www.harvestfestival.com
or 800-346-1212
Press: Contact the Larose
Group at 650-548-6700
Wednesday, June 3, 2015
KCSM Presents Jazz on the Hill --FREE concert
KCSM Presents Jazz on the Hill
Local Radio Station Thanks Community for Support with
Free Jazz Festival
On June 6th, KCSM will host Jazz on the Hill at the newly
renovated College of San Mateo campus from 12pm-6pm. Jazz on the Hill is a
non-profit jazz music event which
benefits the college and the community supported radio station, KCSM FM. It is
free to all who attend and this year it will feature two stages designed for
nonstop entertainment and a great lineup of professional Jazz artists,
including Grammy award-winning artist Poncho Sanchez.
Dedicated to enriching the community, there will be a
special "community stage" where talented local middle and high school
students who showcase their talent by covering many genres of jazz from
straight-ahead, blues, Latin, and more.
Jazz on the Hill returned in 2013 after a nine year
hiatus due to the CSM building renovation project. Now, the school is ready for visitors and
eager to show off the campus, architecture and amazing views.
KCSM’s television and radio stations, licensed to the San
Mateo County Community College District, made their broadcast debuts in 1964. KCSM
FM and TV were originally established by the College of San Mateo as training
facilities for radio and TV broadcasters.
Many well-known media personalities were educated at the
College of San Mateo, including tabloid TV reporter Steve Wilson, ESPN
sportscaster, San Francisco Giants announcer, Jon Miller and K101 On-Air Personality,
Jeff Serr. Today, the stations have professional staffs operating full service
public television and radio and continue to serve as learning laboratories for
students enrolled in the College of San Mateo Broadcasting Arts Department.
“This event is our way of thanking the community for the
incredible support they provide year round,” said Dante Betteo, KCSM’s Station
Manager. “We wouldn’t be the unique
radio station we are today if it weren’t for our listeners and supporting
members.”
Jazz on the Hill will feature many of the favorite
components from the previous year, including an area featuring vendor booths,
food trucks, a BMW car raffle, and wine provided by Domenico Winery, located in
San Carlos.
The BMW raffle is being conducted by San Francisco Jazz
with the grand prize being a BMW i3 from BMW of San Francisco.
Tickets for the raffle will be on sale at Jazz on the Hill
and the car will be on-site. For more
info about the raffle, go to www.sfjazzraffle.com.
WHO: KCSM's Jazz on the Hill
WHAT: A free day-long jazz concert
celebration to thank the community for their support of KCSM
91.1 FM.
WHERE: College of San Mateo, 1700 W. Hillsdale
Blvd, San Mateo, CA 94402
The Main Stage will be
located on the lower mezzanine in front of the library steps with breath
taking views of the Bay. The Youth Stage will be located
in CSM's Little Theatre building.
WHEN: Saturday, June 6th, 2015 from 12pm-6pm.
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