2016 Del Mar Racetrack Opening Day Hats Contest

 

More than 300 contestants entered the 22nd annual Opening Day Hats Contest at Del Mar. The Bing Crosby Grand Prize winner was Andria Elam, from the Best Fascinator category. “I spent two months on and off crafting my fascinator from millinery materials,” said Andria, from Bonita. Andria, a frequent attendee at Del Mar but first time entrant, was inspired to enter by her love of fashion and horses.
From left to right:
Funniest/Most Outrageous
Second place winner ROB HANLY of San Marcos.
NADIA DAYZIE of Vista was first place winner with a large green under the sea themed hat.
Most Glamorous
MELISSA ORDAZ of Palmdale was second.
RENEE SALAS of Vista won first place with red rose and polka dot ribbons.
Best Flowers
First place winner TESSA ROBESON of Escondido with bright tropical flowers and gold skeletons drinking tequila.
LAUREN SILVEIRA from Laguna Beach was second.
Best Racing Theme
RACHEL BURTON of San Diego was first place with a starting gate, grandstand and Winner’s Circle collage.
LORI SHELTON of San Diego, 2nd place.
Best Fascinator
Second place winner JANICE ASHTON of Newport Beach.
ANDRIA ELAM of Bonita sported a lilac and turquoise fascinator with curled feathers and purple veiling with a matching floral.

 She received the Bing Crosby Grand Prize which includes a Fairmont Grand Del Mar one-night stay and dinner for two at Addison Restaurant, featuring Chef William Bradley's multi-course tasting menu with wine pairings with a total value of more than $1,000. Also included was a halter from racing’s #1 ranked horse, California Chrome, scheduled to run at Del Mar on July 23. The halter was donated by Chrome’s owners.

 Winners in each category received $300 and $250 Studio Savvy Gift Basket. Second place finishers received $200 and third place, $100. 

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2016 Del Mar Race Track Opening

2016 Del Mar Race Track opened, on a Friday for the first time since the 1970s, this year there was increase in attendance and all-sources handle, but a decrease in on-track handle.
The 42,562 who attended the 10-race card at the seaside racetrack made it the 10th-largest crowd in Del Mar history, but they wagered nearly $400,000 less than last year's Thursday opening-day card. On-track wagering Friday was $3,395,116, compared with $3,791,454 in 2015. All-sources handle, however, was up 6.7% from $15,339,177 in 2015 to $16,374,236.
Tragedy hit the race track so the unfortunate death of Presidential Air in the sixth race.

“LADIES-NIGHT” PUBLIC SCREENING FOR NEW “GHOSTBUSTERS,” FEATURING ALL-FEMALE CAST DIRECTOR PAUL FEIG TO DO Q+A AFTER JULY 15 7PM SHOW

CALENDAR:
WHO: World-Famous TCL Chinese Theatre…
WHAT: Hosts First-Ever LADIES NIGHT screening of GHOSTBUSTERS…
Pre-show Ghostbuster themed-cocktail reception, free movie souvenirs
…free Selfies w/ giant Stay Puft Marshmallow Man in Forecourt
…free popcorn to parties of 4 or more;
WHERE:TCL Chinese Theatre, 6925 Hollywood Blvd.
WHEN: FRIDAY, JULY 15, 7PM Screening, 9PM Q+A w/Paul Feig
TICKETS: www.tclchinesetheatres.com
CURTAINS UP ON “GHOSTBUSTERS” AT WORLD’S BIGGEST IMAX® THEATRE
Ghostbusters makes its long-awaited return, rebooted with a cast of hilarious new characters. Thirty years after the beloved original franchise took the world by storm, director Paul Feig brings his fresh take to the supernatural comedy, joined by some of the funniest actors working today – Melissa McCarthy, Kristen Wiig, Kate McKinnon, Leslie Jones, and Chris Hemsworth. This summer, they’re here to save the world!
Columbia Pictures presents in association with Village Roadshow Pictures, an Ivan Reitman production, Ghostbusters. Starring Melissa McCarthy, Kristen Wiig, Kate McKinnon, Leslie Jones, Charles Dance, Michael Kenneth Williams, and Chris Hemsworth. Directed by Paul Feig. Produced by Ivan Reitman and Amy Pascal. Written by Katie Dippold & Paul Feig. Based on the 1984 film “Ghostbusters,” an Ivan Reitman film, written by Dan Aykroyd and Harold Ramis. Executive Producers are Paul Feig, Jessie Henderson, Dan Aykroyd, Tom Pollock, Joe Medjuck, Ali Bell, and Michele Imperato Stabile. Director of Photography is Robert Yeoman, ASC. Production Designer is Jefferson Sage. Editors are Brent White, ACE and Melissa Bretherton. Visual Effects Supervisor is Peter G. Travers. Special Visual Effects by Sony Pictures Imageworks. Costume Designer is Jeffrey Kurland. Music by Theodore Shapiro. Music Supervision by Erica Weis.
Ghostbusters has been rated PG-13 by the Motion Picture Association of America for supernatural action and some crude humor. The film will be released in theaters nationwide on July 15, 2016.

Tools by Gina

"No Burning, No Smoking, Product Steams Off With No Odor"

 One of the best styling tools we ever experienced “Tools by Gina”.

 

 Professional InfraRed Blow Dryer

Professional AC & DC Motor Hair Dryer has an advanced infrared blow technology with ceramic coating for superior conditioning and shine. The professional hair dryer defends hair from heat damage and infuses hair with volume bounce and shine as it dries.
Quality professional motor imported, Durable multi-step switch, Impact and high temperature resistant plastic case, Comfortable and nice outer design Cord guard with hanging loop, cool shout function, for ease of use at home and in the salon. Voltage: 110-125 VAC or 220-240 VAC Frequency: 50/60 Hz Power: 2000-2200 W CE/CETL Approval
Priced at: $229.00 

Infra Red Flat Iron

1.5” Plate Professional Digital Tourmaline Titanium Technology reaches a maximum temperature of 450 degrees Fahrenheit along with digitally adjustable temperature controls. This professional Iron offers unlimited styling choices to take your look from day to night, up-do to loose waves. Plus, flash quick heating will reduce your styling time for quick style changes.
Features:
Touch pad or adjusting temperature with auto shut-off
Variable temperature control:60-230 C (140-450 F)
PTC/MCH heather, fast heat up
2.5 M swivel power cord
110-240 V/ 50-60 Hz
Power: 110W
CE/CETL Approval
Priced: 209.00

 25mm InfraRed Curling Iron

Professional Digital Tourmaline Ceramic Curling Iron creates shiny, long-lasting waves and curls on all hair types and lengths. This stylist-favorite curler is engineered with Tourmaline Ceramic technology, which emits maximum ionic energy and infrared heat to seal in moisture and reduce frizz for glamorously shiny, healthy hair.
Features:
Digital temperature display control: Low- Mid- High
PTC heater, fast heat up
2.5m salon cord with swivel for ease of use
110-240 V/ 50-60 Hz
Power: 25-45 W
CE/CETL Approval
Priced: 199.00 

19mm Clip-Less Curling Iron

 Professional Interchangeable Tourmaline Ceramic Curling Iron with interchangeable barrels allows you to create 8 different looks with 1 tool. The tourmaline, ceramic technology will leave your hair smooth & frizz free.  

 

Features:
Digital temperature display, LCD :100-230 C/(210-450 F)
PTC heater, fast heat up
2.5m salon cord with swivel for ease of use
110-240 V/ 50-60 Hz
Power: 25-45 W
CE/CETL Approval
Priced: 199.00

 Ash by Phenix

 

 Another great product is “Ash by Phenix” Vintage Volume Lifter. The Vintage Volume Lifter is a specifically formulated, dry volume lifter that is pumped into the hair shaft by an atomizer for complete distribution. The scientific formula creates a tremendous amount of volume in the hair. The volumizer components can be re-activated though out the day with a gentle massage and lift of the roots. This specifically formulated product does not leave a wet residue and at over 1 oz of Product, it will be sure to last a while. It comes in a beautiful designed looking perfume bottle.

Alice Through the Looking Glass

Alice Through the Looking Glass" is the sequel to Tim Burton's 2010 "Alice in Wonderland," starring some of the same stars (Mia Wasikowska, Johnny Depp, Anne Hathaway, and Helena Bonham Carter).
The story finds Alice (Mia Wasikowska), now a captain of a merchant ship, being summoned through a mirror to return to Wonderland, where the Mad Hatter (Johnny Depp) isn't well. He thinks his long-departed family is somehow still alive, and must get Alice to believe him and track their whereabouts. Alice's only hope is to travel back in time, which means confronting the all-powerful Time (Sacha Baron Cohen) to steal the chronosphere, which controls past, present and future in Wonderland where she learns about the Hatter's family, the Hightopps, and the beginnings of the fall out between the royal sisters, the White Queen (Anne Hathaway) and the Red Queen (Helena Bonham Carter).
Alice Through the Looking Glass has great visually effects and takes you on a colorful journey.
Director: James Bobin
Writers: Linda Woolverton (screenplay), Lewis Carroll (books)
Producers:Tim Burton, Joe Roth, John G. Scotti, Jennifer Todd, Suzanne Todd
Stars: Mia Wasikowska, Johnny Depp, Helena Bonham Carter, Sacha Baron Cohen, Anne Hathaway

The Boy

Who doesn't like creepy dolls?

Starring: Lauren Cohan, Rupert Evans
On Blu-ray, DVD, and On Demand on May 10, 2016

Cohan plays the role of Greta Evans, a woman that has recently broken free of a physically abusive relationship. She has traveled all the way to England to take a job as a nanny in a remote village.Upon her arrival, Greta meets the owner of the local market, Malcolm (Rupert Evans). He delivers food to the house once a week and she asks if he has met the Heelshire's son, Brahms? Soon after, Ms. Heelshire takes her up to meet Brahms which turns out to be a life-sized doll but Greta plays along since the pay is generous.Ms. Heelshire gives Greta a list of rules that MUST be followed and they leave on a so called vacation leading to their suicide to leave Greta to Brahms. As unexplained events take place Greta’s worst nightmare comes to life, leading her to believe that the doll is actually alive.