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    Philly Spotlight: IHOUSE BRAZILIAN BARBECUE Recap

    This past Saturday I was invited to partake of a Brazilian BBQ at International House Philadelphia @ihousephilly – what I love even more than smoked and seasoned meats, is the fact that now that I live in West Philly, IHouse (37th & Chestnut Streets) is part of my neighborhood! Every year the IHouse Board chooses a country to celebrate with a series of events. This year in honor of The 2014 FIFA World Cup they chose Brazil.  You may recall Tinsel & Tine’s win an IHouse membership contest held in May was part of the Colors of Brazil Gala, previous to that was a Carnivàle and other assorted happenings, the…

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    International House Philadelphia MEMBERSHIP GIVEAWAY!

    If you live in Philly and have any interest in multi-culturalism, artistic and diverse programming and various film offerings, then you know about and have probably seen something at International House Philadelphia. Founded in 1910,  the mission of I House is to maintain a diverse and welcoming community for scholars from around the world, while introducing them to the American experience; to broaden the horizons of its residents and the Greater Philadelphia community through high quality international arts and humanities programs; and to encourage understanding, respect, and cooperation among the people of all nations. Tinsel & Tine is giving away a 1 year Individual Membership to International House (a Value…

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    DJ Reezey Review/Interview: RIO 2 Director Carlos Saldanha

    Rio 2: Family Fun That’ll Make You Laugh, Dance & Think!  Carlos Saldanhas’ love for family is eye-poppingly evident in Rio 2  By Tinsel & Tine Blog Contributor: Rashaun “DJ Reezey” Williams  Take my word for it, Carlos Saldanha’s Rio 2 is certain to make your family do 3 things: laugh, dance and think! (Featuring the voices of : Jesse Eisenberg, Anne Hathaway, Kristin Chenoweth, Jamie Foxx & Miguel Ferrer). In a colorful, 3D film about protecting the Amazon, Tulio Monteiro and Linda Gunderson are brave “tree huggers” working to protect endangered species and their habitats. In their time working as environmentalists, the couple saved and domesticated two bright blue birds,…