Caseco Bluetooth Beanies !

Posted on July 6, 2016 by loiswhitmanhess

There may be a heat wave out there, but if I don’t remember to tell you about these Caseco beanies now, I just might forget when the weather gets cold.

I found this company at CE Week, a recent trade show. I couldn’t believe my eyes. These cute little wool hats with Bluetooth speakers built into the fabric. You can listen to music or even talk on your cell. You will hear everything for six hours. Then you need to recharge the built-in batteries. Fifty-five styles to choose from. Here are a few. Available on Amazon.

My Work With Breakthrough Miami

Posted on July 6, 2016 by loiswhitmanhess

For the last few days, I have been diligently working to get editorial coverage for Breakthrough Miami, an academic enrichment program for promising students from low-income homes in the Miami-Dade County communities.

I thought I would share my activities with you because I am so proud of what Breakthough Miami has been doing in the world of tech.

The students are participating in a three week summer program, called Project Growlight, at FIU College of Communication, Architecture + The Arts (CARTA) Miami Beach Urban Studios (MBUS) on Lincoln Road, one of the largest art/design-oriented 3D printing centers in the United States. The students work with faculty and students from FIU’s Department of Architecture on design projects similar to those that first-year college students pursue.

David Rifkind, Associate Professor and Associate Dean of Students, College of Communication, Architecture + the Arts Florida International University and the Coordinator for Project Growlight, said, “This program introduces the students to digital modeling and 3D printing. They use software applications that allow them to create items in 3D and print them in plastic. Using Makerbot 3D printers, the students made models of kiosks and benches, and full-size cups. They were taught to think creatively and develop critical problem solving skills.”

Project Growlight, was created by Elissa Vanaver, CEO, Breakthrough Miami and John Stuart, AIA, Associate Dean for Cultural and Community Engagement, FIU College of Communication, Architecture + The Arts and Executive Director, Miami Beach Urban Studios.

Breakthrough Miami is 25 years old this year and nearly 1,300 middle and high-school students benefit from the school-year and summer programs the organization runs across the county. Saturday and summer programs operate year-round on the campuses of Ransom Everglades, Miami Country Day, Palmer Trinity, Carrollton and Gulliver and the University of Miami

The pilot for Project Growlight has been funded by the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, with matching funds from Philanthropy Miami.

I will let you know my progress.

For Inquiring Minds

Posted on July 5, 2016 by loiswhitmanhess

You never know where and when you are going to hear about a popular app. At lunch today, at the Vegan restaurant, Candles Cafe, two friends (top right and center right) Nito and Carlos told me about Quora.

I don’t remember exactly why they even mentioned it, but I’m glad they did. This app will help me with a lot of unanswered questions. Over 500,000 people use it all the time, according to Wikipedia.

Quora is a question-and-answer website. You ask a question and you get an answer by a group of users. You get to pick 10 plus categories of interest and even get to view “trending” topics. That means you get to see the most popular questions.

I decided to ask my first question. As you can see, I’m waiting for my answer.

More info on Quora.

If you try Quora, let me know. My friends claim they are learning new things all the time.

Staying Afloat

Posted on July 4, 2016 by loiswhitmanhess

Kingii

This seems too good to be true.

Kingii is a wristband that helps you to stay afloat. All you have to do is pull the lever and an inflation bag keeps you afloat.

I am so sad that this wasn’t invented long ago. How many lives could have been saved? I would like to try this myself.

It’s $80 on Amazon. The Kingii can be used over and over just by replacing the CO2 cartridge inside.

The company warns, “The Kingii Wearable provides additional buoyancy, but cannot replace a life vest.”

Tom Agapiades, Founder and President, said he invented the Kingii Wearable because he had a very good friend who died from drowning. “Even the most experienced swimmer can experience a water emergency, and my friend paid the price for being unprepared. The Kingii is the smallest inflatable in the world but should not replace a life vest.”

I would love to see every child wearing one when swimming or playing near water. Anxious to hear from those that tested this product. We all really want this to work.

For Sale

Posted on July 3, 2016 by loiswhitmanhess

I love it when I see others help others. Why can’t it always be like that? Happy July 4th.

Photos by Eliot Hess

Eliot and I want to sell some of our furniture to the highest bidder. Email me at loisw@hwhpr.com. Cash and carry.

Facebook Senior Moments

Posted on July 2, 2016 by loiswhitmanhess

Happy birthday Olivia de Havilland

Happy Birthday Mel Brooks

Dick Van Dyke At 90

Happy Anniversary To The First TV Commercial

The first TV commercial made its debut on NBC 75 years ago today. You can watch it in the attached video. It was a 10-second spot for Bulova, a watch and jewelry company.

Gary Arlen Reminds The DigiDame Generation “It’s Howdy Doody Time.”

Introducing The Open Ontology Project

Posted on July 1, 2016 by loiswhitmanhess

I am about to embark on a PR campaign to introduce the Open Ontology Project. It’s going to be a very important step in education. I may have told a few of you about it before.

I would like your opinion. I called on The Draw Shop, an animated whiteboard video agency, to explain this concept to the masses. Click on the link, and use the password to see the explanation. I think I’m about to wow you.

Go to https://vimeo.com/172797630
And use password: context

I hope you understand what we are trying to accomplish. This is going to change how we transition from The Information Age To The knowledge Age. If you would like to be a part of it, let me know.

Eliot Steps Down

Posted on June 30, 2016 by loiswhitmanhess

Congratulations to Eliot Hess who received this trophy in honor of his 30 year service to 301East62ndSt Owners Corp.

It was a night to remember. After 30 years, Eliot is no longer a member of the board of directors at 301 East 62nd St. For most of those years, Eliot was president of our coop. Tonight, at the annual meeting, he resigned. We are selling our NYC coop. He received a wonderful memento commemorating all of the years served. Thank you coop board for the beautiful inscription and for all of the memories.

Linda Goldstein

Posted on June 29, 2016 by loiswhitmanhess

I really don’t feel like writing much tonight. We received news today that our friend, Linda Goldstein, died. Last October she was dancing at her daughter, Sara’s, wedding and today she is gone. She recently found out that she had brain cancer. It didn’t take long for it to overcome her.

Her husband, Neil, is our attorney. They have been very important people in our lives. Tonight I am thinking about all of the good times we had together. She was just an absolute joy. This is just devastating.