The National Museum of Language in College Park, MD is curating an exhibit on the role of the War of 1812 in the development of American English. (Thanks to the Visual Thesaurus for the tip) The role of the museum is to promote a better understanding of language and its role in history, contemporary affairs, […]
Continue ReadingRecipe: Mallow-Topped Sweet Potatoes
November 05, 2009
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. Kraft, the world’s second largest food and beverage company is one of the world’s most trusted food brands. For over fifty years, Kraft’s Jet-Puffed Marshmallows have been a part of traditional American cooking as a key ingredient in seasonal sweet potato recipes. Add some sweetness to your Thanksgiving side dishes with this classic holiday food. Prep Time: […]
Continue ReadingFor the Love of Words …
October 16, 2009
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. Here at Addison Whitney, the Verbal Branding Department is geared up and ready for National Dictionary Day celebrated on October 16th, 2009! This day in history has been dubbed Dictionary Day in honor of the birthday of Noah Webster, Father of the Dictionary. How do you plan on spending this National Holiday? Here are […]
Continue ReadingSwim at your Own Risk
July 30, 2009
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. Shark Week Returns Summer vacation is drawing to a close, and the start of a new school year is just around the corner. Hopefully you have been able to take a nice, relaxing trip to the beach … and survive. The time has come again for the annual terrifying, yet thrilling, Shark Week on […]
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July 23, 2009
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. Attention all Sweet Tea Lovers …McAlister’s Deli has heard your demand! July 23, 2009 has been dubbed FREE TEA DAY. On this day, participating McAlister’s Deli locations (participation may vary) will be giving away free tea. Obviously there is a ‘one per guest limit,’ and the offer is not valid for catering orders or […]
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April 15, 2009
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Continue ReadingAW Helping Hands Spring 2009 Event
March 25, 2009
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. On Saturday, March 7th, AW Helping Hands participated in the 1st Annual Extreme Mission Makeover at the Charlotte Rescue Mission. The Charlotte Rescue Mission helps individuals caught in the cycle of poverty, homelessness, and chemical addictions. Click here to learn more about this organization. The goals for the Extreme Mission Makeover were to repurpose […]
Continue ReadingSuper Bowl Brands: GoDaddy
February 01, 2009
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. Move over Janet Jackson, your wardrobe malfunction isn’t the only risqué entry in the Super Bowl history books. GoDaddy.com, the world’s largest online domain name registrar, will run one 30 second advertisement during the 2009 Super Bowl that will be sure to catch your eye—if it airs. GoDaddy has a losing record against the […]
Continue ReadingSuper Bowl Brands: Audi
January 31, 2009
Does Audi Have Another Winner? Last year, Audi’s Super Bowl spot featured its R8 sport car in a spoof of “The Godfather.” Audi saw quite the ROI on this 60 second spot, earning Audi a second place finish in “total buzz” after the game and successfully drove traffic to Audi’s website. Audi’s 2008 ad featured […]
Continue ReadingSuper Bowl Brands: Pepsi
January 30, 2009
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. PepsiCo has initiated some intense renovations since the end of its 40-year relationship with Ad agency BBDO. With several of its beverage brands undergoing facelifts, Pepsi may use Super Bowl 44 as a bit of a debutante ball. Pepsi Cola, famous for using comical celebrity endorsements in its super bowl spots, will likely put […]
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