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Ben Romans Wishes TOL a Happy 2nd Birthday!
Thanks Ben!!
Email your birthday wishes to theoneloverocks@gmail.com[more...]
Watch Invisible Children's Lobby Days Live Feed (June 22nd&23rd)
Click here to see how Invisible Children is making a difference and bringing the longest running war in Africa to an end.[more...]
Invisible Children's How It Ends
Government of the people, by the people, for the people is still a relevant notion. How it Ends is proof of that. We cannot overstate the need for intervention from our leaders to stop Joseph Kony's terror. Just this week the Lord's Resistance Army abducted 135 Congolese, including children. We're done with excuses- we want an end to this senseless conflict.
Lobby Days is the crossroads for Africa's longest-running war. Watch this video to learn about why you are vital to the enactment of the LRA Disarmament and Northern Uganda Recovery Act of 2009.
Or refuse the benefits of a democratic political system. It's your call.
LEARN ABOUT HOW IT ENDS & SIGN UP [more...]
TOL Blogger, FF5's Chap Stique Donates to Relay For Life!
YOU Can Join a Movement That Will Make History... Don't Sleep Through a Revolution
Lobby Days is where the magic happens. And by magic, we mean the practical and powerful means of advocacy. Invisible Children’s message is strong, but they need your voice to amplify it on Capitol Hill.
Last week, Senators Russ Feingold (D-WI), Sam Brownback (R-KS) and Representatives Jim McGovern (D-MA), Brad Miller (D-NC) and Ed Royce (R-CA) introduced the LRA Disarmament and Northern Uganda Recovery Act of 2009 to help end LRA violence in northern Uganda and neighboring countries. The bipartisan act would require the Obama Administration to develop a strategy within 120 days to "apprehend or otherwise remove Joseph Kony from the battlefield." The bill also authorizes funding for humanitarian assistance in LRA-affected areas, as well as additional funds for recovery efforts in northern Uganda.
And the timing is impeccable as Lobby Days is approaching. Your attendance is crucial to rallying support for this legislation. You (yes, you) have a unique chance to convince your leaders that this conflict deserves notice from the world and inaction is no longer an option. So sign up, and if you can't make it to DC, give and help support the rescue efforts.
LEARN ABOUT HOW IT ENDS & SIGN UP
GIVE TO THE RESCUE EFFORTS
While we're on the topic, point your browser to our How it Ends site. It's chalk-full of new speakers and content. Don't resist the advocacy, it's just too strong.
In case you missed it - IC founders/filmmakers, Jason, Bobby and Laren, were on Larry King Live to share their experience from The Rescue and give the masses something to talk about - How it Ends.
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Look For The "Pink Truck" in Nashville This Week!
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Join TOL’s “It Starts at Home Nashville” on June 12th!
“It Starts at Home” is a letter writing campaign and house party in one! The One Lovers are getting together to party and demand action to end the longest running war in Africa. As we discuss the current situation in Northern Uganda, TOLers will write letters to government leaders and express the overwhelming concern for these child abductees. Please join us!!! We will have snacks for you and all you have to do is write a letter! Also, a list of senators and representatives will be available and if you can’t make it then PLEASE email us for a list in your city. If you can make it to “It Starts at home, email us at theoneloverocks@gmail.com for the exact location.
What do you need to do before this event?
1st - WATCH the movie
2nd – Check out the website
3rd – Click here to get your Invisible Children gear!
If you can’t make it to Nashville then join the virtual party at justin.tv/theonelove @ 6p June 12th
For more information, please watch the webchat with Jade and Haley or email us at theoneloverocks@gmail.com[more...]
Invisible Children Founders and Pete Wentz on Larry King Live
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What’s Wrong With This Picture?
EVERYTHING. Children should not be forced to fight in a war.
Please click here to learn about how you can help bring the longest running war in Africa to an end.[more...]
Stand in Solidarity for Invisible Children with Pete Wentz
Since becoming a dad, I've been thinking about the kind of world my kid is going to grow up in. What kind of man is he going to become? I'm lucky enough to spend my life in front of kids who honestly care what I have to say, and I think this generation has a bad rap. You can be a hipster, a scenester, a goth or a prep -- and someone's got something to say about you. But I never lost hope in us, because we're still standing on the shoulders of great leaders, we've got the resources, the knowledge, and the iPhone to do anything. The only generation to ever change America's course -- I mean really break the chain, were the youth. Every decade saw it: the radicals, the revolutionaries, the punk rock kids, the kids who lit shit on fire, (seriously, watch the Weather Underground). They were the only ones with the balls to think they could change things. And they did.[more...]
Emery CD Release Invisible Children Benefit Show
Emery are releasing their latest album ‘In Shallow Seas We Sail’ and to celebrate the launch, they’ll be having a CD Release show in Nashville, TN at Rocketown on June 2nd! The awesome lineup includes an acoustic set by The Almost (Aaron Gillespie played a huge role in the Rescue of Orlando during our Rescue Campaign April 25th), Aaron Sprinkle, The Becoming, and Kiros. All proceeds from the show will go to Invisible Children. Invisible Children will have merchandise available, and reps out there- so come hang! It’s going to be a great night- come out, enjoy music, and learn about how you can get involved in Lobby Days this June 22nd and 23rd! See you in Nashville!
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Become a Supporter of Invisible Children
1st – WATCH the movie
2nd - Check out the website
3rd - Tune in, IC’s iReport [more...]
"Almost" by TOL Blogger Ruth Collins
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Subscribe to the Invisible Children Podcast
May 28: One Goal CF Video
May 27: Become a CF Advocate
What is the Mission of Invisible Children?
1st – WATCH the movie
2nd - Check out the website
3rd - Tune in, IC’s iReport [more...]
Find your local CFF Chapter
Click on the map to find your local Cystic Fibrosis Foundation chapter![more...]
May 26: Milestones to a Cure PSA
May 22: The Face of Cystic Fibrosis
May 21: 65_Red Roses Hot Doc
Redefining the traditional scope of documentary film in an electronic age, 65_RedRoses leaves viewers with a new appreciation of life and the digital world. This personal and touching journey takes an unflinching look into the lives of Eva Markvoort and her two online friends who are all battling Cystic Fibrosis.
Unable to meet in person because of the spread of infections and super bugs, the girls have become each other's lifelines through the Internet, providing unconditional love, support and understanding long after visiting hours are over. Now at a critical turning point in their lives, the film travels the distance the friends cannot go themselves, capturing the compelling and often heartbreaking realities they face, just trying to take each breath. You can read Eva's blog here.[more...]
Happy Birthday, Tub-O!!!
One of our bloggers has a birthday today and we want him to know how much we appreciate his support for The One Love! Happy Birthday to Isaac “Tub-O” Deitz !
http://www.youtube.com/user/tubopopcorn
May 20: Giants Players Golf for CF
The Shaun O'Hara Foundation will be hosting its first event, a golf outing at Liberty National in Jersey City today. All proceeds will go to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Shaun O'Hara, Jeff Feagles, Eli Manning and many more Giants players will be in attendance.
For more information on the event, contact Jim Ruh.[more...]
NEW Family Force 5 Remix Album!
Hey TOLers!
We wanted to let you know Family Force 5 has a new remix album that comes out today! Chap Stique, one of our long time supporters and bloggers, is a member of FF5 - so congrats Chappy! We’ve heard a lot of great things about “Dance Or Die With A Vengeance” – some awesome tracks remixed by some great people (Cobra Starship, The Secret Handshake, Relient K and a ton more!) Take a listen: http://www.myspace.com/familyforce5
You guys can check out the new album on iTunes NOW! OR you can road trip it to Wal-Mart and/or Best Buy to get the hard copy.[more...]
May 19: CFF PSA with Shaun O'Hara
May 15: Great Strides History
Since the first Great Strides Walk in 1989, more than $180 million has been raised to support the vital research and care programs of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Tens of thousands of people across the United States take part in the walk each year. If you are unable to attend the walk this year, you can click here to donate to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation's cause.[more...]
Emery CD Release Benefit Show for Invisible Children
Emery are releasing their latest album ‘In Shallow Seas We Sail’ and to celebrate the launch, they’ll be having a CD Release show in Nashville, TN at Rocketown on June 2nd! The awesome lineup includes an acoustic set by The Almost (Aaron Gillespie played a huge role in the Rescue of Orlando during our Rescue Campaign April 25th), Aaron Sprinkle, The Becoming, and Kiros. All proceeds from the show will go to Invisible Children. We’ll have merchandise available, and reps out there- so come hang! It’s going to be a great night- come out, enjoy music, and learn about how you can get involved in Lobby Days this June 22nd and 23rd! See you in Nashville!
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May 14: Great Strides PSA with Tim Connolly
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Update on Science from the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
"Because of your efforts we were able to make "great strides" in our research in 2008. We are very excited about the progress in the development in two pills we are calling the "potentiator" and the "corrector". The research conducted last year validated that we are on the right path the developing new therapies that treat the basic defect in CF.
This drug is working its way through our drug trials and is showing great promise! A CF patient in West Tennessee has been participating in this drug trial and has already seen a 25% improvement in lung function, all thanks to one pill! That is something patients have never had, a drug that actually improves lung function! Early 2009 will be a pivotal time in the testing of the "potentiator" as it moves toward final FDA approval.
On March 25, 2009, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation announced a drug we are calling the "corrector"- it will treat the faulty gene and its protein production in cystic fibrosis patients. This drug is also showing great progress in the drug trials.
The studies of these drugs and their possible combination are very promising in the development of what could be a major control for CF." -The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation[more...]
Betty Crocker is Stirring Up Wishes
Get involved and make a difference for your local Make-A-Wish® chapter. Betty Crocker® is granting 12 Wishes in 12 Weeks to Make-A-Wish® children. Click here to vote for the Make-A-Wish chapter you would like to receive a wish to grant to a Make-A-Wish kid. It’s a sweet way to make a child’s dream come true. Share the power of a wish®! Click here to learn more about Stirring Up Wishes.[more...]
Robin Hood Foundation Raises Millions
The Robin Hood Foundation raised $72.7 million last night at its New York gala dinner. In lieu of the current recession, the charity accumulated a record sum for one night. Read more about the celebrities that attended the event and performers Aretha Franklin and the Black Eyed Peas.[more...]
WALK WITH US FOR CYSTIC FIBROSIS!
The One Love will be joining our own singer/songwriter and TOL blogger Bethany Kokoski on Saturday May 16 at the Nashville Zoo at Grassmere to participate in the Great Strides Walk to raise money to cure Cystic Fibrosis. Bethany and her sister have both been diagnosed with the disease and The One Love team will be supporting Bethany's team fundraising goals in conjunction with this event!
There are two ways YOU can help!
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May 12: Cure Finders
Cure Finders is the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation's school fundraising programs for grades K-12. It provides students with the opportunity to compete with one another to see who can raise the most money in their school to help support CF research and care. If you are interested in starting this program at your school, grab a teacher and go here.[more...]
Give To Charity, Meet NO DOUBT
You can bid on a chance to meet NO DOUBT and a portion of the proceeds go to the following charities-
ALS Orange County Chapter: www.alsaoc.org
charity: water: www.charitywater.org
Doctors Without Borders: www.doctorswithoutborders.org
Children’s Hospital of Orange County: www.choc.org[more...]
May 11: The Face of Cystic Fibrosis
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May 8: Mother's Day E-Card
Mother's Day is almost here! Send her an e-card and donate to the at the same time! There are four beautiful card designs to choose from, personalize, and email to the special Mom in your life.[more...]
May 7: Milestones to a Cure
To keep pace with the rapidly increasing opportunities in CF research, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation launched the Milestones to a Cure major gifts campaign. The goal of the campaign is to raise $175 million by 2010 to build on the Foundation's successful Therapeutics Development Program. It will also make sure new therapies are developed as quickly as possible. Click here for more information or email Cff.org.[more...]
May 6: 65 Roses
Mary G. Weiss became a volunteer for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation in 1965 after learning that her three little boys had CF. Her duty was to call every civic club, social and service organization seeking financial support for CF research. Mary's 4-year-old son, Richard, listened closely to his mother as she made each call. After several calls, Richard came into the room and told his Mom, "I know what you are working for." Mary was dumbstruck because Richard did not know what she was doing, nor did he know that he had cystic fibrosis. With some trepidation, Mary asked, "What am I working for, Richard?" He answered, "You are working for 65 Roses." Mary was speechless.
He could not see the tears running down Mary's cheeks as she stammered, "Yes Richard, I'm working for 65 Roses."
Since 1965, the term "65 Roses" has been used by children of all ages to describe their disease. But, making it easier to say does not make CF any easier to live with. The "65 Roses" story has captured the hearts and emotions of all who have heard it. The rose, appropriately the ancient symbol of love, has become a symbol of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.[more...]
Oprah Comes To The Rescue For Invisible Children
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May 5: Let's Walk For Cystic Fibrosis!
The One Love will be joining our own singer/songwriter and TOL blogger Bethany Kokoski on Saturday May 16 at the Nashville Zoo at Grassmere to participate in the Great Strides Walk to raise money to cure Cystic Fibrosis. Bethany and her sister have both been diagnosed with the disease and The One Love team will be supporting Bethany's team fundraising goals in conjunction with this event!
There are two ways YOU can help!
1. Donate money!
If you would like to donate money toward our team goal, you can visit Bethany's page here. Then, CLICK TO DONATE.
2. Join the One Love's team!
Go here and click on JOIN MY TEAM.
We also ask that each member of our team make a minimum $10 donation to our team goal. Raising awareness is always a plus, but in order to make true strides in the fight for this cure, money is needed to fund research!!
The Web site also has lots of useful, easy-to-use features to help your fund-raising efforts, including fund-raising tips, tools to monitor your progress, and easy ways to invite people to make online donations to support your goal! Be sure to explore the Great Strides Page today to learn more and start fund-raising! If you have any questions, email theoneloverocks@gmail.com.
Joining our GREAT STRIDES team is a simple and effective way for you to show your support for this important cause. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of those with CF! Once again, thank you for supporting the mission of the CF Foundation, and welcome to our team! Remember, every little bit counts!
Tell your friends and family! Also, check out the Great Strides Page for information on walks in other areas![more...]
May 4: What is Cystic Fibrosis?
Cystic Fibrosis is an inherited chronic disease that affects the lungs and digestive system of about 70,000 worldwide. In the 1950s, few children with the disease lived to attend elementary school. Today, advances in research and medical treatments have further enhanced and extended life for children and adults with CF. Many people with the disease can now expect to live into their 30s, 40s, and beyond.
This month is the Great Strides Walk for Cystic Fibrosis! Check back often for updates on our progress![more...]
Check out the new blog regarding Invisible Children and #therescue on William Beckett’s site
Twitter #therescue to add your tweets to the Invisible Children board[more...]
IT'S CYSTIC FIBROSIS MONTH!
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Invisible Children on CNN.com
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April 30: National Autism Speaks Event Calendar
Just because Autism Awareness Month is almost over, it doesn't mean that you still can't volunteer! Walk Now for Autism and many other events will be occurring all over the country for the rest of the year. Click here for the entire list. Or, send us an email for opportunities in your city.[more...]
New photos!
Check out the new photos in the photos section here!
April 29: "Footprints" by the National Alliance for Autism Research and T.J. Maxx
This month, the National Alliance for Autism Research and nationwide retailer T.J. Maxx will partner for the "Footprints" fundraising and awareness program. At any T.J. Maxx location, there are Autism Speaks puzzle pieces available for a donation of $1. All proceeds benefit Autism Speaks. There will also be an online auctions of celebrity-decorated and autographed wooden puzzles. Visit tjmaxx.com for more information.[more...]
TOL Blogger Isaac Deitz's Top Ten Dance-Off
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April 28: Faces and Voices of Autism Photo Exhibition
The "Faces and Voices of Autism" exhibit offers a unique view into the world of children with autism. The exhibit features individual photographs of children, each accompanied by a short story from the perspective of a person in that child’s life. The exhibit offers an opportunity to learn about autism in a way that is deeper and more meaningful than facts and statistics alone. It will be held from April 19-May 3 at the Mall at Chestnut Hill in Chestnut, MA.[more...]
April 28: Rick Seibold's CD Release!
Check out Rick Seibold’s “New York” EP on iTunes April 28th!
The CD release show for Rick Seibold's new record, "New York," featuring Lindsey Jones and Andy Osenga. The good new is that even though the door is $5, you get a free cd for coming! FREE CD FOR COMING!!
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April 27: Student Initiatives of Autism Speaks
April 24: Rock 'til it Stops- Cleveland, Ohio
Autism Speaks celebrates the 50th Anniversary of Motown with a special one-night-only concert to raise money for local and national research, education and outreach initiatives.
The evening will include a special musical performance by Motown's own Funk Brothers ? the best kept secret in the history of pop music and the backbeat of hits by Diana Ross & The Supremes, Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, Smokey Robinson and more. This unheralded group of musicians has played on more number-one hits than the Beach Boys, the Rolling Stones, Elvis and the Beatles combined ? they are known as the greatest hit machine in the history of popular music. For more information, click here.[more...]
Invisible Children Final Cut: The Movie
Learn about Invisible Children and the story of three young filmmakers motivated by the unseen war in Northern Uganda, Invisible Children was created with a singular mission: To use the power of stories to change lives around the world. See how you can be involved in The Rescue of Joseph Kony?s Child Soldiers. To find a screening in your city of Invisible Children Final Cut: The Movie, click here.
AUTISM: THE MUSICAL
In 1980, autism was a relatively rare disorder, diagnosed in one in 10,000 children in the United States. Now it is one in 150.
AUTISM: THE MUSICAL counters todays bleak statistics with one womans optimistic pledge to lead a group of autistic children in defying diagnosed expectations by writing, rehearsing and performing their own full-length musical.
Following five Los Angeles children over the course of six months, director Tricia Regan captures the struggles and triumphs of their family lives and observes how this musical production gives these performers a comfort zone in which they can explore their creative sides.
Both on and off stage, AUTISM: THE MUSICAL is a call-to-arms, bringing attention to a modern-day epidemic, all the while celebrating the way the human spirit can overcome any challenge.
To order the dvd, click here.[more...]
Let's Walk For Cystic Fibrosis!
The One Love will be joining our own singer/songwriter and TOL blogger Bethany Kokoski on Saturday May 16 at the Nashville Zoo at Grassmere to participate in the Great Strides Walk to raise money to cure Cystic Fibrosis. Bethany and her sister have both been diagnosed with the disease and The One Love team will be supporting Bethany's team fundraising goals in conjunction with this event!
There are two ways YOU can help!
1. Donate money!
If you would like to donate money toward our team goal, you can visit Bethany's page here. Then, CLICK TO DONATE.
2. Join the One Love's team!
Go here and click on JOIN MY TEAM.
We also ask that each member of our team make a minimum $10 donation to our team goal. Raising awareness is always a plus, but in order to make true strides in the fight for this cure, money is needed to fund research!!
The Web site also has lots of useful, easy-to-use features to help your fund-raising efforts, including fund-raising tips, tools to monitor your progress, and easy ways to invite people to make online donations to support your goal! Be sure to explore the Great Strides Page today to learn more and start fund-raising! If you have any questions, email theoneloverocks@gmail.com.
Joining our GREAT STRIDES team is a simple and effective way for you to show your support for this important cause. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of those with CF! Once again, thank you for supporting the mission of the CF Foundation, and welcome to our team! Remember, every little bit counts!
Tell your friends and family! Also, check out the Great Strides Page for information on walks in other areas![more...]
April 22nd: EARTH DAY!!!
This year, the Earth Day Network is focusing on 4 ways to take action.
1) Help Create a Million Acts of Green! Recycle, plant a tree, or change your light bulbs and add it to list to become one of the billion worldwide members of The Green Generation.
2) Make the No Coal Call Demand a moratorium on coal fired power plants by calling your member of Congress at 202-224-3121.
3) Bring Healthy Food to Our Schools Many school lunches lack nutritional quality and are distinctly unappetizing. Join the Earth Day Network to bring food that is healthy for the mind, body, and environment into schools.
4) Join Earth Day on Campus Organize an event on your campus for Earth Day or find an existing event here.[more...]
TOL celebrates Earth Day!
This Wednesday is Earth Day! If you have any tips on being green, send them to us at: theoneloverocks@gmail.com Here are a few tips from the TOL Crew's Fave Idol Contestants!
Jade wants you to vote for Adam this week and every week! Caroline however is probably screaming at the computer right now saying "No! Vote for Kris!...Then when he gets kicked off...vote for Adam!" Then we have poor Haley who is trying to find a reason to go on after her beloved Scott was voted off. Here's something for all of our obsessed TOLers!
GO IDOL EARTH!
Center for Autism Research's Public Gallery
The Center for Autism Research at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia invited the public to attend the grand opening of an art gallery featuring original works of art by autistic children. The gallery includes over fifty pieces, and many of the artists will be in attendance. It is tonight from 6:00-7:30 at 3535 Market Street on the 8th floor and there is no charge to enter.[more...]
Celebrate National Volunteer Week with Ralph Lauren!
To honor Autism Speaks and its volunteers, Polo Ralph Lauren is offering 15 percent off all online purchases and is donating 15 percent of sales to Autism Speaks- now through April 25.[more...]
April 21: New Autism Speaks PSA
Win a Plane Ticket for Participating in Great Strides 2009!
Register for Great Strides 2009 for a chance to win a pair of American Airlines tickets!
1) Raise the most money online
2) Become a team leader and register the most walkers
Plant a Seed of Gratitude with Sprinkles!
Autism News Update
New studies in pregnant mice using antibodies against fetal brains made by the mothers of autistic children show that immune cells can cross the placenta and trigger neurobehavioral changes similar to autism in the mouse pups.
A report on the research from investigators at the Johns Hopkins Children's Center published online in the Journal of Neuroimmunology expands on a 2008 report from the same team showing that mothers of autistic children tested positive for fetal brain antibodies. Antibodies are proteins the body naturally makes to attack foreign tissues, viruses or bacteria. Because a growing fetus is not "rejected" by the mother's immune system even though some of its DNA is "foreign" (from the father), scientists have long suspected that some combination of maternal and fetal biological protection is at work. The new research from Hopkins, however, suggests that the protective system is not perfect and that antibodies are not only made but are re-circulated back to the fetus through the placenta, possibly triggering inflammation in the brain and leading to a cascade of neurological changes resulting in neurodevelopmental disorders, such as autism.
Despite this new evidence, the researchers warn against over-interpreting the results, saying prenatal exposure to maternal antibodies is likely only one of several factors implicated in autism.[more...]
TOL Celebrates "Earth Week"
This Wednesday is Earth Day! If you have any tips on being green, send them to us at: theoneloverocks@gmail.com Here are a few tips from the TOL Crew's Fave Idol Contestants!
Jade wants you to vote for Adam this week and every week! Caroline however is probably screaming at the computer right now saying "No! Vote for Kris!...Then when he gets kicked off...vote for Adam!" Then we have poor Haley who is trying to find a reason to go on after her beloved Scott was voted off. Here's something for all of our obsessed TOLers!
GO IDOL EARTH!
April 17: Autism Speaks University of Maryland 1st Annual "Fear the Turtle, Find a Cure 5K Race/3K Walk"
On April 18, the 1st annual Autism SpeaksU ?Fear the Turtle, Find a Cure 5K Race/3K Walk? presented by Sigma Delta Tau and Sigma Phi Epsilon will take place at the University of Maryland-College Park. Join us for this year's event, which will feature a competitive 5K Run and family-friendly 3K Walk, autism information, family fun, entertainment and much more. Celebrity Grand Marshall will be Gary Williams, Head Coach of the University of Maryland Men's Basketball Team. For more information and to register, click here.[more...]
Happy Birthday Rick!!!
Ask.com Helps Those with Autism
In an effort to raise awareness, Ask.com, a search engine and operating business of IAC announced that they will feature autism skins for users to display on their Ask.com homepage.
For every week in the month of April, Ask.com will feature a new homepage theme for Autism Awareness Month, designed to educate Ask.com users about autism. Ask.com will donate $.50 to Autism Speaks, the nation's largest autism science and advocacy organization dedicated to funding research into the causes, prevention, treatments and a cure for autism.
"Consumers don't have to spend a dime to support this important cause. Simply choose one of the Ask.com skins designed especially for this initiative, and we'll make a donation - it's that easy," said Jim Safka, Chief Executive Officer of Ask.com. "Autism Speaks is doing remarkable work to unearth the causes of autism and find a cure, and has given hope to millions of families. We are proud to support their efforts.[more...]
April 15: Autism Tributes
Do you know someone with Autism? There is a part of the Autism Speaks website that hosts web pages dedicated by family members or friends in tribute to their loved ones. Each page tells the story of a special person and provides the opportunity to make an online donation to the mission of Autism Speaks. Click here to register a page for someone dear to you or to sponsor a participant.[more...]
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ONE LOVE BLOGGERS...
We would like to wish a very Happy Birthday to bloggers Caroline, Chris Stahl, & Andrew of Have You Heard!
To Caroline,
We hope that your birthday is as great as your love for Spring Awakening, Robots, Barry Manilow, & Daniel Bedingfield put together. Shine on, you karaoke superstar! Tell @razorlight we say 'sup?'
To Stahl,
We hope your birthday consists of only the best of meals: Chicken Harvest soup from O'Charley's, an Art Salad from the Cafe, a Gyro Platter from Hani's, & a nice big slice of Chocolate Tuxedo Cake! Hopefully things on your birthday will go great, go smooth, & go straight.
To Andrew,
The One Love sends some pig squeals your way. We hope that your birthday is as posi as you are! We would've purchased you an English Bulldog, but we hear they're incredibly hard to find in Nashville. B T Dubs, you rock! Chyeahhhhh![more...]
CHECK OUT AUTISM SPEAKS ON FACEBOOK & TWITTER!
Click the picture bellow to become a fan of Autism Speaks on Facebook!
Click the picture bellow to follow Autism Speaks on twitter!
[more...]Yoko Ono's Promise on Autism Awareness Day
Yoko explains the mural?s white clouds on blue sky, already missing some pieces: ?Once the solution for autism is discovered, we will see the sky shimmering in its original beauty, with no holes.?
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10 Things Every Child with Autism Wishes You Knew
1. I am first and foremost a child
2. My sensory perceptions are disordered
3. Distinguish between ?won?t? and ?can?t?
4. I am a concrete thinker
5. Be patient with my limited vocabulary
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Autism Speaks: Find Your Local Chapter!
Click the map to find your local Autism Speaks chapter!
Volunteers and local community efforts are an important part of Autism Speaks, forming the grassroots foundation of the organization. Programs and initiatives may vary among the communities but they all depend on dedicated volunteers.[more...]
HEROES for Autism!
Tickets are available through the Autism Speaks website at www.autismspeaks.org with VIP tickets that allow photo opportunities and other amenities for $200 and general admission for $70. Visit http://www.heroesforautism.com/ for more information or contact Emma Petievich at epetievich@autismspeaks.org with questions.[more...]
First Walks of Spring Season Raise Nearly $755,000
The 2009 Walk Now for Autism spring season kicked off this past weekend in South Florida, with three events taking place in Jensen Beach, West Palm Beach and Key Biscayne. More than 17,000 people participated, raising nearly $755,000.[more...]
Watch the Jonas Brothers talk about Autism Speaks
April 9: Your Local Autism Speaks Chapter
Volunteers and local community efforts are an important part of Autism Speaks, forming the grassroots foundation of the organization. If you are interested in volunteering with Autism Speaks, you can find your local chapter here.[more...]
April 8: Walk Now for Autism!
Autism Speaks' Walk Now for Autism is North America's largest grassroots autism walk program and signature fundraising and awareness event. Join us at one of our walks across the United States, Canada or the United Kingdom. To find a walk near you, click here.
The One Love participated in this walk last year! Check out the photos.[more...]
April 7: Autism Speaks' Project of the Month
This month, Autism Speaks is focusing on genetic research. Genetic research is important because in the future it will allow us to detect children at risk for autism at birth. The Autism Genome Project is researching the genes in the body that indicate a susceptibility to autism, the combination of genes that work together to increase susceptibility, and which genes interact with the environment to increase susceptibility. Understanding the genes that contribute to autism is also one way of discovering the biological basis of autism, which is critical for developing medical treatments. To donate the Autism Genome Project, click here.[more...]
Paint For Autism
Paint for Autism!
Third Coast Clay Ceramic Studios in Middle Tennessee will be hosting two events in the month of April to help raise donations and to increase awareness about autism. A portion of the proceeds from both events will be donated to the Tennessee Walk Now for Autism.
The One Lovers of Nashville will be participating in the following event.
Third Coast Clay Studios at: The Factory in Franklin Friday, April 17th 6:00 - 9:00 pm
If you would like to join our group at this event, email us(theoneloverocks@gmail.com) by this Thursday, Apr 9, letting us know you want to be a part of our team! Spots are limited and the cost of the event varies depending on the item you choose to paint and should range about $12 and up. All costs will be your responsibility, but remember all proceeds will go toward Autism Speaks! We'd love to have all of our Middle TN TOL supporters out to participate in this event. So far, bloggers on board are: Jade, Rick Seibold, Jaime from Have You Heard and Infamous Apparel, Caroline and Jessica with more to come![more...]
Friday Night at Jade's
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Mission of Autism Speaks
What is Autism?
Happy Birthday Nate!
Happy Birthday Nate... from all of us here at TheOneLove!
May this year be filled with lots of success in your songwriting, and may your belly be full of Skyline Chili!
If you ever get the pleasure of treating Nate to a meal at the classy joint, otherwise known as Skyline Chili, make sure you order him a Chili 3-way, a side of garlic toast, and a Diet Coke to drink.
Happy Birthday Nate... hope your birthday rocks as much as your eagle shirts!!
♥
The One Love[more...]
..he told me she had Autism.. Check Evan Farmer?s Blog!
There are those few moments in life when everything you thought you understood about yourself gets turned on it's head. One of those moments happend to me the day I met Michelle King, front person for the band Flame. (Click the name to go to their site!) My good friend and now business partner David owns a recording studio in upstate New York. It's the kind of recording studio you see pictured on the front cover of Mix magazine (in fact I think it has graced several covers) One day while I was there doing voice overs for While You Were Out, he played me some music he was producing from a band called Flame. He made a BIG point to tell me that the tracks were raw, just recorded live from beginning to end (unlike the punched-in produced music style today), and he wanted my opinion. I listened to a cover of Rocketman sung by this soulful female voice. For the first time I understood what that song was about - I used to think it was just about 1970's drug use or something, but her interpretation told a different story. One about being on the road, loneliness, isolation, the hang ups of success, losing your bearings, and not feeling grounded. It was really amazing. I was impressed but, then again David's a talented musician (world class drummer) himself, and a tremendous producer, so I assumed he was trying to impress me with his chops. Then he slid a brochure over to me with a picture of the band. My eyes were immediately drawn to the crutches, wheelchairs, the faces of down syndrome, and... the smiles on all of their faces. David said, "This is the band I just played you." Every single member had a significant disability crossing the range of conditions you'd imagine you'd find at a special needs center - precisely where this band was formed. On her way into the studio at this moment happened to be Michelle - the lead singer and guitarist. She looked like any other person, so I asked David privately what disability she had and David said,"...her GIFT was music." Pressing, he told me she had Autism[more...]
April 2: World Autism Awareness Day
April 1: Autism Awareness Month with Jade and Natalie!
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Let's walk for Cystic Fibrosis!
The One Love will be joining our own singer/songwriter and TOL blogger Bethany Kokoski on Saturday May 16 at the Nashville Zoo at Grassmere to participate in the Great Strides Walk to raise money to cure Cystic Fibrosis. Bethany and her sister both suffer from the disease and The One Love team will be supporting Bethany's team fundraising goals in conjunction with this event!
There are two ways?YOU can help!
1. Donate money!
If you would like to donate money toward our team goal, you can visit Bethany's page here. Then, CLICK TO DONATE.
2. Join the One Love's team!
Go here and click on JOIN MY TEAM.
We also ask that each member of our team make a minimum $10 donation to our team goal. Raising awareness is always a plus, but in order to make true strides in the fight for this cure, money is needed to fund research!!
The Web site also has lots of useful, easy-to-use features to help your fund-raising efforts, including fund-raising tips, tools to monitor your progress, and easy ways to invite people to make online donations to support your goal! Be sure to explore the Great Strides Page today to learn more and start fund-raising! If you have any questions, email theoneloverocks@gmail.com.
Joining our GREAT STRIDES team is a simple and effective way for you to show your support for this important cause. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of those with CF! Once again, thank you for supporting the mission of the CF Foundation, and welcome to our team! Remember, every little bit counts!
Tell your friends and family! Also, check out the Great Strides Page for information on walks in other areas![more...]
Curing Autism Now 5K Race/3K Walk (Penn State University)
On April 4, the 4th annual ?We Are ? Curing Autism Now 5K Race/3K Walk? presented by Beta Sigma Beta, Pi Beta Phi & Sigma Delta Tau will take center stage in State College, Penn.
Since 2006, over 3500 participants have come out and helped raise nearly $450,000. This year's efforts should help bring us well over $600,000 raised in four short years. Join us for this year's event, which will feature a competitive 5K Run, a family-friendly 3K Walk, autism information, family fun, entertainment and much more.
For more information and to register:
Click here![more...]
March 31: Where can I volunteer in... GRAND RAPIDS, MI?
The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is hosting their largest national fund-raising event this year in Michigan on May 16 at the Calder Plaza, beginning at 9 A.M. To register to take steps to cure Cystic Fibrosis, click here.
Autism Speaks will be hosting their largest walk this year at the Palace of Auburn Hills on October 11, 2009. To register for the walk and begin raising money, click here or email semichigan@autismspeaks.org![more...]
March 30: Where can I volunteer in... MIDDLEVILLE, MI?
Grand Rapid's Tour de Cure will be on June 20 this year. Recreational and avid cyclists alike can enjoy a scenic ride through the beautiful countryside of the Yankee Springs Recreational Area in and around Gun Lake.
To register, click here.[more...]
March 29: Need more places to volunteer in... NEW YORK, NY?
The Crohn's Colitis Foundation of America's largest event will take place in New York on June 4, 2009. Take Steps For Crohn's & Colitis is a 2-3 mile walk and festival dedicated to finding cures for digestive diseases. The festivities begin at 5 P.M. and the walk begins at 7 P.M. To register, email the Take Steps Walk Director, Kymberlee Setterberg: ksetterberg@ccfa.org.
Walk Now For Autism hosted by Autism Speaks will be held on June 14, 2009 at the South Street Seaport in New York. To register to walk, click here.[more...]
March 29: Where can I volunteer in... UNIVERSITY PARK, PA?
The Out of the Darkness Community Walk is a 3-5 mile scenic walk taking place in more than 200 communities across the country sponsored by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. This year, it will be held in University Park on May 29, 2009. For more information and to register to walk, click here.[more...]
March 28: Where can I volunteer in... NEW YORK, NY?
The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is hosting their largest national fund-raising event this year in New York on May 3 at Brooklyn Marine Park and May 17 at the Manhattan Battery Park, beginning at 9 A.M. To register to take steps to cure Cystic Fibrosis, click here.
The American Diabetes Association's annual cycling event will be held in New York on June 14, 2009 at Morningside Park. To register for the Tour de Cure, click here.[more...]
March 27: Where can I volunteer in... NASHVILLE, TN?
Autism Speaks will be hosting their largest walk this year in Nashville on October 17, 2009 at the Nashville Superspeedway. To register for the walk and begin raising money, click here or email tennessee@autismspeaks.org![more...]
TOL invaded RCKTWN... & We've got pictures to prove it!
If you see your picture, and want us to tag you on Facebook or myspace, email me at: cathy[at]theonelove[dot]org[more...]
March 27: Where can I volunteer in... NEW YORK, NY?
Autism Speaks' annual Walk Now For Autism will be held at South Street Seaport on June 16, 2009. Click here for more information.
The Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America's annual Take Steps Walk will be held at South Street Seaport as well on June 6, 2009. For more information on this event, click here!
The American Diabetes Association's annual Tour De Cure bike ride will be held at Morningside Park on June 14, 2006. For more information on this event, click here!
Click more, to read other opportunities in your area.[more...]
Nashville: Do you have Talent?
March 28th, 2009//Saturday
Talent Show
Doors at 6
Show at 7
Want to be in the show?
email rtintern@rocketown.org
and
Let them know what you want to do and how long it takes!
There is no fee to sign up.[more...]
Stop The Traffik: March On Mars
FACT:
Cadbury is part of a growing list of companies making a traffik free chocolate bar
Since STOP THE TRAFFIK's chocolate campaign started 2 years ago, you can now buy traffik free chocolate from Verkade, Swiss Noir and Cadbury. Click here to read more!
FACT:
YOU made a difference
FACT:
Mars need to live up to their promises and do the same
Click here to read more on the failed promises of the chocolate industry!
Read on...[more...]
March 24: Where can I volunteer in... NASHVILLE, TN?
The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is hosting their largest national fund-raising event this year in Nashville and Murfreesboro. Great Strides will begin at 9:00 A.M. at the Avenues in Murfreesboro. In Nashville, Great Strides will take place on May 16 at the Nashville Grassmere Zoo. For more information and to register to walk, click here.
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TWITTER.com/THEONELOVE
Are you following us??[more...]
March 20: Where can I volunteer in... MASSACHUSETTS?
The Crohn's Colitis Foundation of America's largest event will take place on June 6, 2009. Take Steps For Crohn's & Colitis is a national evening walk and celebration dedicated to finding cures for digestive diseases. To RSVP, email Marianne Gibson: mgibson@ccfa.org.
Walk Now For Autism hosted by Autism Speaks will be held on October 18, 2009 in Suffolk Downs, East Boston. To register to walk, click here.[more...]
ONE LOVE TEES ARE HERE!
If you'd like to purchase a One Love Tee, we are selling them for $10, plus $5.95 S&H.
We have them in the following colors:
Purple Shirt, Green Font
Black Shirt, Yellow Font
The shirts look like this, but in different colors:
Email me at:
cathy{at]theonelove[dot]org if you're interested in purchasing one!
All proceeds go to charity!
The sizes are limited (first come first serve) so be sure to get yours as soon as possible!
Holla![more...]
March 19: Where can I volunteer in... MASSACHUSETTS?
Hey Boston One Lovers! The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is hosting their largest national fund-raising event on May 17, 2009, Great Strides. It will begin at 11:00 A.M. in Artesani Park on Soldier's Field Road. For more information and to register to walk, click here.
The American Diabetes Association's Tour De Cure will be held on May 31, 2009 at Gloucester High School in Gloucester, MA. The Tour De Cure is a series of fund-raising cycling events held nationwide to benefit the American Diabetes Association. To help prevent and cure diabetes by joining the walk, click here.[more...]
March Happenings...
ISAAC SHOWING SOME (ONE) LOVE AROUND THE WORLD!
Isaac posted this picture in his blog, and we loved it so much that we wanted to share it with you all!
Here he is, in his One Love tee... IN SCOTLAND!!!
Check out Isaac's blog! Click here![more...]
Live From RCKTWN: Jaime, Matt & Friends
Last one for the night!
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Live From RCKTWN: Have You Heard, Ignite, Jade, Cassie & Cathy
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Live From RCKTWN: Andrew (Have You Heard) & Kazadi
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Live From RCKTWN: Jordan & Eff
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Live From RCKTWN: Jade, Cathy & Alec of Ignite Apparel
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Live From RCKTWN: Concert Guests!
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Live From RCKTWN: Cathy, Courtney & Haley with Special Guests!
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Live From RCKTWN: Jamie from Have You Heard & Carter!
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March On Mars
IN MARCH...
fighting for the rights of trafficked, enslaved children takes a leap forward
IN MARCH...
we need your help
IN MARCH...
we MARCH ON MARS
Read more at www.marchonmars.org on Mars and the chocolate industry?s failure to bring an end to the trafficking of children in the cocoa industry.
Enquiries: info@stopthetraffik.org[more...]
World Autism Awareness Day: April 2nd!
April 2 is World Autism Awareness Day (WAAD).
Make a difference ? bring compassion and hope to families around the globe who are affected by autism by participating in WAAD at home and in your community.
-Take a virtual Walk with Wubbzy on the Web and raise much needed funds while raising awareness about autism
-Host a meeting at your public library or distribute materials on community bulletin boards. See all of the creative ways you can celebrate the day by visiting www.worldautismawarenessday.org
-Or, make a general donation and help Autism Speaks to continue shining a bright light on autism around the world.
For more ideas, visit the World Autism Awareness Day website.[more...]
RCKTWN Outdoor Block Party- March 14!
This Saturday, support RCKTWN and join the One Love at the Block Party! Come at 4 to eat barbecue, and 5 for A Plea For Purging's CD release, The Glorious Unseen featuring Chad Johnson, Alert The Sky's last show, Alcina, Guard Your Steps, and Modern Hell. The One Love will have a booth so stop by to see us!
CADBURY GOES TRAFFIK FREE
Let's celebrate the amazing news that by the end of summer 2009, Cadbury's Dairy Milk bars can be part of our diet again!
We congratulate Cadbury on their commitment to justice and now look to their policy being adopted across their entire product range.
Cadbury's decision demonstrates the power of ordinary consumers in bringing change and freedom. Two years ago, STOP THE TRAFFIK met with Cadbury and was told that a fairtrade Cadbury's bar was impossible and impracticable.
This is a victory for every person who has complained, campaigned and spread the message. But most of all, it is a victory for every child held in exploitative labour on West African cocoa farms. It is important to remember though that all exploited children will not be free until Mars, Nestle, Lindt, Hershey and all the others have put human rights before profit and make similar announcements.
STOP THE TRAFFIK has been calling for individual companies to take responsibility for the chocolate they sell and asking for it to be traffik free. This is a very significant step in our campaign.
If you've been part of this, e-mail it to your local press and tell them of the campaigning you did.
Together we will STOP THE TRAFFIK[more...]
Nashville!
The Autism Awareness Night with the Nashville Predators on March 24th.
Please come out and join us celebrate the Preds success and help with the a portion of the proceeeds for every ticket sold going to Autism Research. Drop by the South entrance and learn more on how you can help spread the word about the effects of Autism and what you can do to help us in this fight. See you there!
Love,
TheOneLove[more...]
Featured Additions to the One Love!
The One Love has a few new featured bloggers! Meet Phil Smith, The Crash Moderns, Have You Heard, and Bethany![more...]
One Love Birthdays!
A big Happy Birthday goes out to Chris Koon! Hope your birthday is wonderful.
Be sure to send him some happy birthday wishes!
All Our Love,
TheOneLove[more...]
RCKTWN-this Saturday!
Come to RCKTWN this Saturday to celebrate their 6th anniversary! For more information, call the event hotline 615.483.4000.[more...]
AFSP Month: Support For Survivors
Losing a loved one to suicide can be one of the hardest experiences of a person's life, and talking about it can be almost as difficult. For many survivors, a very important part of the healing process is the support they get through sharing their grief with other survivors. There are support groups all over the country that provide a safe and comfortable place for survivors to share their experiences and begin the healing process. Click here to find a support group in your state.[more...]
Photos from FLIPSIDE!
Check out the latest photos from FLIPSIDE: a Benefit Concert for Suicide Prevention![more...]
Autographed Guitar From EMI's Post Grammy Party!
Autographed Guitar From EMI's post-Grammy? Event To Be Available for Auction
Proceeds To Benefit Stand Up for a Cure
Gibson Melody Maker Guitar Signed By Artists Including Grammy Winners and Nominees Coldplay, Katy Perry, Lady Antebellum, Flex, Herbie Hancock, Jaguares, Trace Adkins, Keith Urban and More Offered for Auction at charitybuzz.com[more...]
A Message From Cathy Zoi of Repower America
Dear One Lovers,
America spoke and Washington listened. With President Obama's signature on economic recovery legislation yesterday, America made the largest investment in clean energy and green jobs in our history.
Now we need to build on this momentum. I've recorded a special message to say thank you, and share our strategy going forward.
Read on...[more...]
RCKTWN's 6th Anniversary Celebration!
Event Hotline: 615.483.4000 Location: 6th Avenue South Nashville, TN 37203[more...]
AFSP Month: Warning Signs of Suicide
"We knew he was suffering from depressive illness. What we didn't realize was how dangerous it was. We wish we had gotten him treatment, although we realize that it may not have helped him. All we know for sure is that we didn't try and that's something we'll just have to live with."
Read more from Caroline[more...]
AFSP Month: For everyone that's not in the US...
The A in AFSP may stand for ?American? ? but suicide is an issue all over the world. Since many of you One Lovers are not in the USA, the AFSP sent me this site to share:
Befrienders.org
Befrienders is an international directory and resource for people seeking emotional help, or help for a friend or family member. Check out that site to find out how you can find help ? or provide help ? in your home country![more...]
AFSP Month: Suicide Prevention Hotline
For those of you in the New York City area, be sure to come out and show your support for Suicide Prevention tonight at The Canal Room!
The One Love will be on site, selling merchandise to benefit ASFP.
Do you need to talk to someone? Are you worried about someone you know? From immediate suicidal crisis to information about mental health, crisis centers in the Suicide Prevention Lifeline network are equipped to take a wide range of calls. Some of the reasons to call 1-800-273-TALK are listed below.
Visit the Suicide Prevention Lifeline for more information, or dial 1-800-273-TALK (toll free in the USA) to call the network today.
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Flipside: TONIGHT!
Join Rich Girls, TOL's ATOMIC TOM and The Crash Moderns TONIGHT at the Canal Room NYC at FLIPSIDE, to benefit The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. The One Love will be on site as well! Stop by our table and say hello!
Coming to the show? Click here to connect with other fans and let us know you're coming![more...]
AFSP Month: Out of the Darkness Walks
Every year, the AFSP holds Out of the Darkness fundraiser walks. These annual walks raise money and awareness for mental health research, suicide prevention in schools, conferences and support groups for survivors, and local suicide prevention programs.
This year, there will be one overnight walk (held in Chicago, IL on June 27-28), and there are dozens of local community walks. Find more information about Out of the Darkness events here.[more...]
AFSP Month: Prayers for Bobby
According to the Massachusetts 2006 Youth Risk Survey, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning (LGBTQ) youth are up to four times more likely to attempt suicide than their heterosexual peers. LGBTQ youth from a rejecting family/household are up to nine times more likely to attempt suicide than their heterosexual peers.
Read more from Caroline...[more...]
AFSP- Get Involved- February 6
How can you get involved with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention? Find your local chapter and contact the moderator here...[more...]
Wear RED this Friday!
The One Love wants you to WEAR RED this Fri to support the fight against heart disease in women! Visit http://www.goredforwomen.com Send us pics of you wearing red tomorrow!! theoneloverocks@gmail.com[more...]
Find us! Follow us! Friend us!
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See you on the Flipside!
FLIPSIDE: A Benefit Concert for Suicide Prevention
NEW YORK, NY - On Thursday, February 12, 2009, Rebel Spirit Music and The One Love present FLIPSIDE, a benefit concert for suicide prevention and awareness at The Canal Room in New York city. Hosted by Z100's DJ Niko and featuring live performances from Atomic Tom, The Crash Moderns and Rich Girls, FLIPSIDE will direct all proceeds to The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.
Read More...[more...]
AFSP Month: A Message from Caroline
"We knew he was suffering from depressive illness. What we didn't realize was how dangerous it was. We wish we had gotten him treatment, although we realize that it may not have helped him. All we know for sure is that we didn't try and that's something we'll just have to live with."
Read more...[more...]
HAPPY BIRTHDAY Shamikah Christina Martinez!!
You all may know her as the fabulous lady behind Ladyhattan Productions who brought to you this little piece of holiday magic, and today she is celebrating her 26th birthday by giving back to the community...and the best part -- YOU'RE ALL INVITED! Join Shamikah and friends for Beating HeARTS TONIGHT with proceeds to benefit the Harlem School of the Arts! Click the banner below for more info!
It's International Cancer Awareness Day!
Join the World Health Organization and the International Union Against Cancer today to increase awareness for the prevention and treatment of cancer. It is well known that cancer is the leading cause of death around the globe, but most are not aware that almost half of all types of cancers can be prevented.
Find out more about how you can get involved ...[more...]
Ruth won the Lottery!
Check out the lottery winner and her new tunes at: myspace.com/ruthcollins! [more...]
Get ready for The Click Five invasion!
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American Foundation for Suicide Prevention - Tax Time!
Tax season has arrived, and it is looming over us all until April 15th. This can be a stressful time, but it's also a time that you can keep giving back. H&R Block has partnered with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention this year to raise money for the foundation, and help take the work out of filing your taxes. Save yourself some stress, and maybe even have a hand in saving a life this tax season. Click here for all of the info.[more...]
FEB FEATURED CHARITY: AMERICAN FOUNDATION FOR SUICIDE PREVENTION
Hey guys!
We hope you learned a lot about "Save Darfur" last month as we featured our first charity for the year. We'd love to hear your comments/feedback/suggestions on our featured charities so please always feel free to email us at:
This month we will be featuring The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. We will be focusing on stories from our bloggers, news from the foundation and The One Love has come together with AFSP, Rebel Spirit Music, and NYC's Canal Room to present FLIPSIDE: A benefit concert benefitting AFSP and featuring Rich Girls and TOL's own Atomic Tom and The Crash Moderns. The event will be held Feb 12 at The Canal Room in NYC. Click here to RSVP now and use this event page to invite all of your friends!
The One Love will be on site selling brand new TOL tees and stickers with 100% of the proceeds benefitting AFSP!
To kick off our Feb awareness campaign, I pass the mic over to Miss Caroline Bocko...
xo, Jade
CLICK MORE TO READ A MESSAGE FROM CAROLINE NOW!![more...]
Coming to the show? Click here to connect with other fans and let us know you're coming![more...]
Head on over to Ruth's Myspace page and check out her brand new song "Country Girl Fairytale"!![more...]
The Click Five at the Somaly Mam Shelter
MTV Exit: THE CLICK FIVE IN CAMBODIA will be airing on MTV Asia (Singapore and Hong Kong) during the following times:
January 24th - 14:00 We've been hearing a lot about this eye opening experience from Ben and the other guys in The Click Five, so be sure to tune in, watch the special, and share your thoughts by sending an email to: theoneloverocks@gmail.com
Coming to the show? Click here to connect with other fans and let us know you're coming![more...]
This month, we are featuring Save Darfur.
Luke White, and possibly some other TOL bloggers and guest bloggers, will be sponsoring the featured charity this month.
CLICK THE "MORE" BUTTON NOW TO READ LUKE'S RECENT BLOGS ABOUT SAVE DARFUR!![more...]
CLICK "MORE" FOR LUKE'S 2008 YEAR IN REVIEW!![more...]
BEN ROMANS
CLICK "MORE" FOR BEN'S 2008 YEAR IN REVIEW!![more...]
Check out one of our favorite episode's...
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xo, you know Jade posted this[more...]
Peace, love and fair trade chocolate,
TOLers[more...]
Side note: Whatever happened to Nate Campany and The Love Moans?
xo, Jade[more...]
BUY THIS, WATCH IT AND DO SOMETHING ABOUT IT!
FIVE THINGS YOU CAN DO NOW TO HELP!
xo, Jade[more...]
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Thanks guys! We love you too!!
Oh, and while we're reliving birthday messages, none of us have gotten this song out of our head yet...
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Here is Jade's list of the Top 5 men she'd like to cook her dinner:
5. Tyler Florence
So...what are we having tonight boys?
xo, Jade[more...]
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Everyone here obviously has a voice, and obviously likes to use it, or at least read what others have to say, so if you are an American, of voting age, and registered, I urge you to get out there and use your voice!
I had a strong opinion, and just wanted to make sure that I wasn't being secretly influenced by the media, celebrities or my friends, so I just spent the last 5 hours reading over it all again. It felt like a college cram session, but I feel more secure in my decision at this point.
I'm realizing at this point that this should have been a blog, so I'm passing it on to Mr. Ben Romans: http://theonelove.org/benromans/blog/show/905/addcomment
JUST VOTE! They give you a sticker!!
xo, Jade[more...]
AMERICA, THE TIME HAS COME...
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Anyone up for a ski trip?
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Save Darfur - How to Take Action - January 30
Take action right now by reviewing the latest action alert. You can receive action alerts via e-mail by joining the Genocide Intervention Network ? it's free![more...]
FLIPSIDE SHOW NYC FEB 12 - Feat ATOMIC TOM and THE CRASH MODERNS - Benefitting American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
In Feb, TOL will be featuring The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention! During the month, TOL bloggers will be sharing their personal stories, the site will be giving you information on suicide and suicide prevention and will be sponsoring a special NYC show to benefit AFSP! Join Rich Girls, TOL's ATOMIC TOM and The Crash Moderns on Thursday, Feb 12 at the Canal Room NYC at FLIPSIDE, to benefit The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. The One Love will be on site as well! Stop by our table and say hello!
Save Darfur - Stand Now! - January 29
Wilson. Roosevelt. Carter. Clinton. Bush.
Armenia. The Holocaust. Cambodia. Rwanda. Bosnia. Darfur.
Let?s ensure that President Obama does not have a similar tragedy attached to his legacy.
Get involved in Darfur from Day One. STAND, the Genocide Intervention Network, the Save Darfur Coalition, and ENOUGH are partnering to let the Obama administration know that this time around, the American public expects the President of the United States to do something about Darfur. This new administration has made promises that they will take action on Darfur and genocide -- let?s help them keep their promises.
Visit standnow.org for more information on how to help.[more...]
Save the date: Tennessee Walk for Autism
Saturday, October 17, 2009
Nashville Superspeedway - Lebanon, TN
Registration for the 2009 Tennessee Walk Now for Autism will be opening soon! Invite your friends, family, and coworkers to join your team or start their own Walk Now for Autism team.
Interested in volunteering or beng part of our Walk Planning Committee?
Contact the Autism Speaks office:
tennessee@autismspeaks.org
(615) 238-1625 phone
Please Join Us For Our Next Walk Planning Meeting:
Sunday, February 8, 2009
2:00 - 3:00 pm
Williamson County Rec Center
1120 Hillsboro Rd, Franklin, TN 37064
Every person who attends will be entered into a drawing for fabulous door prizes. You MUST be present at the meeting to be eligible to win. For more information contact tennessee@autismspeaks.org. Please join us to share you ideas and talents!
Read on...[more...]
Stop the Traffik: Freedom Week
STOP THE TRAFFIK first celebrated Freedom Day on 25 March 2007. It was a day to commemorate the bicentenary of the abolition of the slave trade. A day for everyone to celebrate liberty and commit to bringing that freedom to all men, women and children across the world who are trafficked into slavery.
This year we will celebrate Freedom week during the last week of March. This year we believe that we can roll out even more creative campaign actions and events across the globe, We?ll be announcing ideas and campaign activities in February so put the dates in your diary and watch this space.[more...]
A Message From Stop the Traffik: New Year, New Actions
STOP THE TRAFFIK received an unprecedented amount of support from our global movement in 2008.
To each and every one of you, thank you so much!
NOW ONWARDS AND UPWARDS
In order for us to keep up the good work, we need everyone to keep the momentum going throughout 2009. To help you do this, here are some actions you can get involved with now, with more to follow soon ...
Read how to help...[more...]
RUTH COLLINS - NEW MUSIC
Save Darfur - Get Involved - January 24
Check out this SaveDarfur.org partner site.
Team Darfur is an international coalition of athletes committed to raising awareness about and bringing an end to the crisis in Darfur, Sudan.
With a campaign leading up to the 2008 Summer Olympic Games in Beijing, Team Darfur aimed to educate the global public through the unique voice of elite athletes. Team Darfur brings together the world's Olympic and professional athletes to put international pressure not only on Sudan, but also on those countries that support the policy of inaction in the face of this dire humanitarian crisis.
read more about Team Darfur's efforts ...[more...]
Save Darfur PSA from Luke White
MTV Exit: The Click Five in Cambodia
January 25th - 17:00
We will be sharing your thoughts and emails on the site as they come in![more...]
FLIPSIDE SHOW NYC FEB 12 - Feat ATOMIC TOM and THE CRASH MODERNS - Benefitting American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
In Feb, TOL will be featuring The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention! During the month, TOL bloggers will be sharing their personal stories, the site will be giving you information on suicide and suicide prevention and will be sponsoring a special NYC show to benefit AFSP! Join Rich Girls, TOL's ATOMIC TOM and The Crash Moderns on Thursday, Feb 12 at the Canal Room NYC at FLIPSIDE, to benefit The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. The One Love will be on site as well! Stop by our table and say hello!
Save Darfur - Free Webcast - January 22
WHAT: Webcast on Darfur Policy Expectations for the Obama Administration
WHEN: Today! January 22, 2009 ? 2 p.m. EST to 2:45 p.m. EST
WHERE: Click here!
About the Web Cast:
The new administration presents a real opportunity for the United States to use its tremendous experience in peacemaking to finally resolve the Darfur conflict. A policy letter to the new President from the Save Darfur Coalition and the Enough Project advocating an end to genocide, war, and the crisis in Sudan details a practical plan to bring peace to the region. Our two experts will discuss the plan and their expectations for the new administration: who the key players will be, the likely timetable and level of priority peacemaking in the Sudan will receive.
Read more...[more...]
Save Darfur - Get Involved - January 21
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Save Darfur - Get Involved - January 20
It's a simple way to get involved. Donate.
Find out more about what your dollars can do for the people of Darfur and all the the initiatives SaveDarfur.org is working on.
Your gift will help fund SaveDarfur's crucial awareness and advocacy programs that play a critical role in building the political pressure needed to end the crisis in Darfur.
Fill out the form provided on the page and make your secure, tax-deductible gift now. Donate.[more...]
Save Darfur - Get Involved - January 19
Looking for more ways to get involved? Check out SaveDarfur.org to find events happening near your & see how YOU can be invovled.
Check out this simple search page and find out what's going on near you.
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Save Darfur - Get Involved - January 18
Become familiar with some pending U.S. legislation relating to the crisis in Darfur.
House Resolution 1290: Joining the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees in observance of World Refugee Day and calling on the United States Government, international organizations, and aid groups to take immediate steps to secure urgently needed humanitarian relief for the more than 2,000,000 people displaced by genocide in the Darfur region of Sudan.
Purpose: This resolution:
Calls on the United States Government to continue and strengthen its leadership role in the international community in response to the people of Darfur who have been displaced by genocide, including the most vulnerable populations who endure sexual violence, human trafficking, forced conscription, and exploitation
read more about this resolution & how you can get involved:[more...]
Save Darfur - Get Involved - January 17
Become familiar with some pending U.S. legislation relating to the crisis in Darfur.
H.R. 3844: To establish the United States Commission to Monitor Slavery and its Eradication in Sudan
Purpose: This legislation would create a commission to:
Report on and document existing cases of slavery in Sudan;
Identify those individuals and groups responsible for slavery in Sudan;
read more about this legislation and how YOU can take action:[more...]
A Message from CCFA
National Youth Leadership Council Applications Now Available for College Freshmen and Sophomores.
We are looking for exceptional and highly-motivated student leaders to serve on CCFA's National Youth Leadership Council (NYLC). The NYLC increases awareness of Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis through youth-focused advocacy and fundraising. Youth leaders will become advocates for patients through local and national campaigns. The NYLC also works to create new fundraising opportunities, while supporting and increasing support for existing programs.
While serving on the NYLC, members will develop valuable leadership skills and prepare for even larger roles as advocates for people with Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis.
Learn more about the NYLC, or download an application. Applicants should be college freshmen or sophomores. Our application deadline has been extended to January 30, 2009.
Read more...[more...]
Save Darfur - Get Involved - January 16
Become familiar with some pending U.S. legislation relating to the crisis in Darfur.
House Resolution 1462: Condemning ongoing sales of arms to belligerents in Sudan, including the Government of Sudan, and calling for both a cessation of such sales and an expansion of the United Nations embargo on arms sales to Sudan
Purpose: This resolution expresses the sense of Congress that:
The United States supports United Nations Security Council Resolutions 1556 and 1591, which impose an arms embargo on all belligerents in Darfur;
All United Nations member states should immediately cease all arms sales to the Government of Sudan;
read more about this resolution & see what you can do:[more...]
Save Darfur - Get Involved - January 15
Become familiar with some pending U.S. legislation relating to the crisis in Darfur.
H. Con. Res. 423: Calling for a comprehensive strategy to address the crisis in Darfur, Sudan, and condemning the ongoing assaults and obstruction by the Khartoum regime.
Purpose: This resolution:
Urges the President, the UN Secretary-General, the African Union and other key members of the international community should pursue a comprehensive solution to the Darfur crisis;
Read more about this resolution:[more...]
A Couple of Links Shared by Ben Romans:
Zehr sent this:
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Save Darfur - Get Involved - January 14
Here are some helpful tips for students on ways to get involved through your school.
Students across the country are joining together to help the people of Darfur. Young people have historically played a leading role in the fight for social justice; and the movement to end the genocide in Darfur has been no different.
Here, you will find ideas and resources below to mobilize your campus to help end the violence in Darfur.
Read more about getting your school involved:[more...]
Save Darfur - Get Involved - January 13
Become familiar with some pending U.S. legislation relating to the crisis in Darfur.
State and Foreign Operations Appropriations Act, 2009
Purpose: This legislation will establish funding levels for foreign assistance programs, including Darfur-related programs, for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2009. Save Darfur is requesting that the following funding be provided:
$414 million for the U.S. Contribution to the UN-African Union Mission in Darfur (UNAMID). This amount, which matches the Administration?s request, is needed to support the UN-AU peacekeepers currently deployed in Darfur, and speed the deployment of additional forces.
Read more about this act:[more...]
Save Darfur - Get Involved - January 12
Find your local Save Darfur group. Join the group and see what people in your area are doing to make a difference in Darfur and bring awareness to the cause.[more...]
Save Darfur - Get Involved - January 11
Be a voice for Darfur - Send a postcard to Obama.
Join Save Darfur in urging President-elect Obama to make Darfur a priority from day one in his term in office. Check out the site and send a postcard to Obama.[more...]
Save Darfur - Get Involved - January 10
A peace surge for Sudan is currently in 47th place in Change.org Ideas for Change in America contest. SaveDarfur.org knows that millions of Americans care about the people of Darfur - and they are asking to hear your voices! By January 15 they want to make sure that it is in the top 10 ideas - so we need your help getting the word out![more...]
Save Darfur - Get Involved - January 9
Silence the weapons of war. Help end physical and sexual violence against women in Darfur.
What: An Advocacy Night to End Violence Against Women in Darfur
Who: Women and Men Across the United States
Where: Local Communities, Including Yours!
When: 8:00 p.m. Eastern/7:00 p.m. Central, February 11, 2009
Contact: women@savedarfur.org
Click "more" to read more about how YOU can get involved and sign up to host a screening.[more...]
JAN 2009 FEATURED CHARITY: SAVE DARFUR
Hey guys and gals,
Welcome to 2009! This year, we plan on pushing the limits with TOL. We want to raise more awareness and money than ever! In order to bring you closer to our supported charities and our bloggers we will be featuring one charitable organization each month. Each month, the organization featured will be sponsored by one or more of your favorite TOL bloggers. They will provide you with personal blogs pertaining to their charity, tips on ways you can help, information about the organization and its activities etc. We will also be finding a new way each month to raise money for the featured charity. This may be done through special TOL live performances...around the WORLD...online auctions and donations.
TOL's 2008 Recap: Luke White
Check out Luke's thoughts on the year that was 2008, and his hopes and dreams for 2009!
TOL'S 2008 Recap: Ben Romans
Hey guys!
During the next week we will be posting lists from some of your fave TOL bloggers about their faves of the past year. Stay tuned...
Chap Stique, Tub-O and FF5 Release The RRS DVD!!
I know that many of you have been waiting for this for a long time...hmmm...Cathy...and it's finally here!! Filmed and produced by our own Isaac "Tub-O" Dietz and starring our own Chap Stique, we just don't think it gets much better than this!
Nate Campany and The Serenade: THE ESTELLA SESSIONS
Another amazing TOL tip for fighting breast cancer: EARLY DETECTION
"[We're] so happy we found [you]..."
It's no secret that the TOL staff is head over heels for Josiah, so today, on the anniversay of the day of his birth, we want to take a moment to wish him the best! In 2009, Josiah Bell will become a household name and we will all say we knew him when....when name-dropping outside of his sold out show that we will be jammin to from the parking lot!
Chap Stique and the gang wish you a Very Merry Christmas!!
"The L Train doesn't go to the North Pole"
Christmas Present
Click to download a FREE mini-album of exclusive Christmas songs by One Love bloggers: Farrah, The Wellingtons, and Nate Campany!
Happy Holidays from all of us here at The One Love![more...]
Happy Belated Birthday!
We'd like to wish a very happy belated birthday to our rocking blogger, Jade!
Hope this year is the best yet!
Peace & <3,
TheOneLove[more...]
Project Paper Doll still underway
The second year of Project Paper Doll, a celebrity driven auction of original artwork, has been a huge success once again. The auction is still underway for the last round of bidding, and ends December 17th. The first two groups of Paper Dolls brought in over $15,000 for the Monroe Carell Jr. Children?s Hospital at Vanderbilt.
Fifty-nine wooden paper dolls were turned into ?one-of-a-kind? pieces of art by artists and celebrities from around the country. Those participating include Kenny Chesney, Keith Urban, Jessica Simpson, Carrot Top, Christina Aguilera, Dierks Bentley, Reba McEntire, Jimmy Buffett, Dale Earnhardt Jr., Willie Nelson, George Strait, and Jordin Sparks to name a few.
Fans and collectors can log onto eBay now, at www.ebay.com/paperdolls, to bid on the paper dolls.
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Family Force 5 is Going on the AP Tour 2009!!!!!
2009 TOUR ANNOUNCEMENT
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Be A Voice For Darfur
Help put an end to genocide in Darfur! Add your voice now by sending a postcard and educating your friends about Saving Darfur. Visit www.addyourvoice.org for more information.[more...]
TODAY is World AIDS Day!
World AIDS Day 2008 marks the 20th anniversary of bringing attention to the AIDS epidemic on a global scale. There are events going on worldwide in support of this cause. Find out more about the campaign HERE.
So what can you do?
In addition to wearing your red ribbon today in support of the World AIDS Day message, Starbucks has made it easy this year.
Starbucks announced on the 27th that the (STARBUCKS)RED EXCLUSIVE beverages will be available in participating stores in the U.S. and Canada stores between November 27 and January 2. For each purchase of these beverages?Peppermint Mocha Twist, Gingersnap Latte and Espresso Truffle?Starbucks will contribute five cents to The Global Fund, which invests in AIDS programs in Africa.
In honor of the 20th World AIDS Day on Dec. 1, Starbucks will contribute five cents from every hand-crafted beverage sold that day at participating stores in the U.S. and Canada to increase awareness of AIDS in Africa.
The multi-year partnership with (RED)? is part of the Starbucks? Shared Planet? commitment to community involvement. Starbucks will launch a new online (STARBUCKS)RED Community, and held a major celebration of the partnership on Friday, November 28 in Times Square. The event brought together celebrities like Mario Batali, Peter Sarsgaard, Annabella Sciorra and Helena Christensen to kick off the partnership.
To learn more about Starbucks partnership with (RED)? and to join the fight to help save lives in Africa, visit www.starbucks.com/RED. Please visit a participating Starbucks store and purchase a (STARBUCKS)RED EXCLUSIVE beverage in support of the Global Fund, and get your picture taken inside the famous (RED)? logo.
"Since we announced our partnership with (RED) I have been honored by the enthusiasm of our partners and customers who recognize their daily coffee routine could directly support communities in Africa," said Howard Schultz, Starbucks chairman, president and ceo. "Now more than ever, it is important to continue to be a responsible global company. We have a deep partnership with coffee growing regions in Africa and are proud to partner with our customers to contribute toward an AIDS-free Africa."
Support the cause and join the Starbucks goes (RED) for World AIDS Day! Facebook group HERE.
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NATE CAMPANY AND THE SERENADE
THE ESTELLA SESSIONS: DAY 1
GLOBAL WARMING 101
I can't speak directly about this yet, but it's on its way and I'm making everyone I know watch it and do something about it.
HAPPY THANKSGIVING
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We Have a Merch Store!
Yes! Finally! We're so excited to announce that we have partnered with Zazzle and have launched our own merch store. You can check it out now at www.theonelove.org/merch.[more...]
TC5 TO HEADLINE MTV EXIT SHOWS IN ASIA!
We are very happy to announce that The Click Five will be performing live in Asia in December to help promote MTV's initiative to help end human trafficking and exploitation at the MTV Exit concerts December 7 in Angkor Wat, Cambodia; December 12 in Phnom Phen, Cambodia; and December 14 in Bangkok, Thailand. Stay tuned for more details on how you can attend and for more information on this important social issue, please visit www.mtvexit.com.[more...]
TOL Participates in the 1st Annual Autism Speaks Walk in Nashville, TN
Better late than never...
Middle TN TOLers participated in the 1st annual Autism Speaks Walk at the Nashville International Raceway in Sept. Check out the fun as we walk around the track!
We found a man to cook us dinner!
Happy Belated Birthday from: Chap Stique, Article A, Honor Society, Cassie, Lauren and Chris Stahl
Okay, we received this video for our birthday, and it wasn't belated. But, through the magic of our jam-packed computers, we misplaced it for a short time. But, we've found it and want to share one of our fave bday vids of the year!!
A TOL PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT
Today is National Men Cook Dinner Day!
4. Patrick Stump
3. Bobby Flay
2. David Cook
1. Jamie Oliver
Ben tried to write rock n roll song...
...but this happened instead...
Dear America, Please use your voice!
After reading blog after blog on other sites from my favorite bloggers urging me to vote for one person, or another, or at all, I definetley had to take a moment and put up our public service announcement as well.
BEN ROMANS GIVES BIRTH
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Fight Breast Cancer Now! Oct 23 - Easy Tip No.23
Lather Soap for Hope
Fight Breast Cancer Now! Oct 22 - Easy Tip No.22
This year Kraft Mac & Cheese is donating $100,000 to Susan G. Komen for the Cure Know Your Risk
? Talk to your family about your family health history
? Talk to your doctor about your personal risk of breast cancer
Make Healthy Lifestyle Choices
? Maintaining a healthy weight
? Adding exercise into your routine
? Limiting alcohol intake
These are just a few tips from KRAFT. Find out more and how you can donate to Susan G. Komen for the Cure here[more...]
Fight Breast Cancer Now! Oct 21 - Easy Tip No. 21
EA and Target Support Breast Cancer Charity With Madden 'Pink' ?October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and Electronic Arts Inc. is supporting charitable efforts by releasing a limited-edition version of Madden NFL 09 that displays a pink ribbon logo in support of breast cancer awareness. Proceeds from "Madden NFL Pink" will support the Deanna Favre HOPE Foundation.?
The limited edition Madden 09 Pink sells for $49.99-59.99 at Target stores.[more...]Fight Breast Cancer Now! Oct 20 - Easy Tip No.20
Sony Style Supports Breast Cancer Awareness Month Sony Style will be donating money from their breast cancer initiative this year to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation in connection with the following products:
? VGN-SR190EEJ/C VAIO? SR Series notebook bundle
? HDR-TG1 Handycam? camcorder
? NWZ-E436FPNK Walkman? Video MP3 Player
The donation is activated immediately to support the finest and most promising research project around the world.
More than 85 cents to each dollar donated to BCRF goes directly to breast cancer research and awareness programs.
Fight Breast Cancer Now! Oct 19 - Easy Tip No.19
Stone Mountain?s Breast Cancer Awareness Tote ?Stone Mountain handbags are held in high regard for the quality of workmanship, use of the finest leathers, superb style (both traditional and cutting edge), and for the kind of durability that permits customers to wear with pride 20-year old handbags that always look new and fashionable. Stone Mountain never goes out of style, its enduring designs mean timeless fashion for the most discerning women of any era.?
Stone Mountain is donating 50% from the sale of each special edition tote to the The National Breast Cancer Coalition Fund.
The limited edition Breast Cancer Awareness Tote sells for $39.95 online at stonemountainhandbags.com. It?s good style for a cause![more...]
Fight Breast Cancer Now! Oct 18 - Easy Tip No.18
Better Homes and Gardens? Breast Cancer Cookbook- Limited Edition This 640 paged cookbook has a 64-page pink section dedicated to healthy recipes and lifestyle suggestions to reduce the risk of breast cancer. Also includes Better Homes and Gardens? traditional red plaid cookbook with more than 1,200 recipes and 700 photos. Features hints and tips, easy-to-read cooking charts and nutrition and exchange information.
The limited edition Breast Cancer Cookbook sells for $29.95 online at bedbathandbeyond.com. Improve your own health while supporting an amazing cause![more...]
Fight Breast Cancer Now! Oct 17 - Easy Tip No.17
Pink PedEgg released to support Breast Cancer Month
This special edition Pink PedEgg sports the Breast Cancer awareness ribbon and $50,000 of the proceeds will be donated to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation.
The limited edition Pink PedEgg sells for $10 online at pinkpedegg.com or in your local drugstore.
Make a difference in your feet and in the lives of others![more...]
The First Annual TOL Awards!!!
So, we've been around for a year and had some pretty memorable blogs. We're up to about 700 total entries on the site and we're just wondering which ones continue to stick out in your mind? Are they ones that make you laugh, cry, think? We wanna know!
After one year, I think it's time for some awards!!
Send us an email with your choices for the following: (Please include the blog URL next to each category.)
Funniest blog:
The blog that made you cry bc you were sad:
The blog that made you cry bc you were happy:
Most emo blog:
Most thought-provoking blog:
The blog that made the least sense:
Blog with the best picture content:
Blog with the best video content:
Most educational blog:
The blog that best defines the mission of The One Love:
Send your nominations to: theoneloverocks@gmail.com
All nominations must be received by Saturday Nov 1. Winners will be announced Monday Nov 10.
Click here to find a list of all blog entries during the last year![more...]
Thank You Malaysia...and our TOL friends around the world!!
Thanks to Sylvia and her friends for making us these amazing birthday cards!
Also, thanks for all of the birthday wishes via video, blogs, email, Myspace messages etc. We are so blessed to have each and every one of you visit this site every day! Thanks to you, we have increasd our traffic by 600% in the past 30 days...now that's something to celebrate!!
We love you! TOL
Oh, and we just can't get enough of this one...
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To commemorate Breast Cancer Awareness Month, M&M's has created special packs of pink M&M'S? Chocolate Candies. The special pink blend represents the company's continued support of Susan G. Komen for the Cure? and its promise to save lives and end breast cancer forever. It's a sweet, simple way to cheer patients, friends and loved ones.
Click here to find out other ways M&M's is helping including their pink ribbon race car, selling pink ribbon merch in their stores and their $1 MILLION donation to The Susan G. Komen Foundation!
Okay, not only is this an opportunity for me to pull a Pete Wentz and post pics of myself in a cute new tee and an opp to post a bulletin gushing about my love for one of my fave artists, but it's also an opp to tell you guys about an amazing new charitable organization that reminds us a lot of our mission here at The One Love. Bryce Avary (aka The Rocket Summer) has started a new clothing line called Call It Captivate. Much like the way our TOL bloggers choose the charity which they would like the proceeds from their ad revenue to be donated to, when you purchase a tee from Call It Captivate, even when purchasing on the road, you can choose the charity which you would like the proceeds from your purchase to be donated!
Recently, I picked up this snazzy tee at a TRS show in ATL and chose to donate the proceeds from my purchase to The American Cancer Society, which of course funds breast cancer research!
Click here to shop now!
Click here for a list of charities that are supported.
Oh, and we also recommend that you watch this video, it might just change your perspective...
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Check out these super-cute, super-comfy pink ribbon flip flops! They not only raise awareness everytime someone comments on your pink painted toenails, but $2 from every purchase is donated to breast cancer research!
Click the pic below to get yours now!!
This month, Yankee Candle Co. is offering a line of breast cancer awareness items, with $1 from the purchase of each item going toward breast cancer reasearch.
Click here to shop now!
Visit Zazzle.com/pinkribbon to create your own snazzy zazzly tee with one of their super trendy pink ribbon designs. 20% of the net sales from the tees goes to support breast cancer awareness causes.
Thanks to my good friend and one of our newest bloggers Amber for our tip today!
During the month of October, Pampered Chef, through their Help Whip Cancer Promotion, is offering a number of pink kitchen products! $1 from the sale of each product will be donated to The American Cancer Society.
Also, please take the time to check out Amber's blog and her story about her two grandmothers' fight with cancer.
Click the banner below to order place your order for pink kitchen gadgets...my order is coming!!
xo, Jade[more...]
If you're looking for something sweet, 7-11 is offering a special Pink Ribbon Doughnut this month, with proceeds going to the Susan G Komen Foundation.
xo, Jade[more...]
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Fight Breast Cancer Now! Oct 16 - Easy Tip No. 16
Team up w/M&M's and Support the Cause!!
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Fight Breast Cancer Now! Oct 15 - Easy Tip No. 15
Do You Feel?
Fight Breast Cancer Now! Oct 14 - Easy Tip No. 14
This tip is dedicated to The One Love's number one shoe addict Cathy!
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Fight Breast Cancer Now! Oct 13 - Easy Tip No. 13
We love candles!!
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Fight Breast Cancer Now! Oct 12 - Easy Tip No. 12
Create your own tee with your own message about fighting breast cancer!
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Fight Breast Cancer Now! Oct 11 - Easy Tip No. 11
What's cookin'?
Fight Breast Cancer Now! Oct 10 - Easy Tip No. 10
WE LOVE DOUGHNUTS!!!!!
Fight Breast Cancer Now! Oct 9 - Simple Tip No. 9
We love chocolate...especially Dove chocolates!! This month, Mars Snackfood US has donated $1 million to the Susan G Komen Foundation.
To commemorate their doantion, this month when you buy DOVE Promises of Hope chocolates, you will be able to read words from breast cancer survivors within the wrapper.
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Tub-O and his Friend Tub-O Wish Us a Happy Birthday!!
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Welcome our newest bloggers -- Article A!!
We are so super duper freakin' excited to have one of our fave bands Article A blogging on our site! Check out their birthday video below...
Fight Breast Cancer Now! Oct 8 - Simple Tip No. 8
Spice up your wardrobe!
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Fight Breast Cancer Now! Oct 7 - Simple Tip No. 7
Touch your boobies![more...]
Ode to The One Love
You HAVE to see this...
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Happy Happy Bday Lauren!!
Oh Lauren, you've only been around here for a few weeks but we feel like we've known you forever. Remember when we first bonded at the TOL Rox NYC numero uno? Remember how you danced on tables that night at the Peculiar Pub and ended up falling asleep with your face in your cheeseburger at the Kellogg's Diner? This is why The One Love loves you![more...]
Fight Breast Cancer Now! Oct 6 - Simple Tip No. 6
Click to Cure!
That's right, by visiting The Breast Cancer Site.com you will be giving money that goes directly toward paying for mammograms! Prevention and early detection are crucial in this fight and it's good to know that your efforts will be going directly toward doing so!
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO US!!!!
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Fight Breast Cancer Now! Oct 5 - Simple Tip No. 5
Taking a flight soon? Some of your frequently flown airlines are joining the fight! Find out how you can help them...
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Follow us on Facebook!
Fight Breast Cancer Now! Oct 4- Simple Tip No. 4
What girl can resist shoe shopping?[more...]
Fight Breast Cancer Now! Oct 3 - Simple Tip No. 3
Wear a pink ribbon![more...]
Fight Breast Cancer Now! Oct 2 - Simple Tip No. 2
Do your part. It's easy! Add the Facebook Pink Ribbon app NOW![more...]
Fight Breast Cancer Now! Oct 1 - Simple Tip No. 1
October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month! As a blogger supporting The American Cancer Society I am going take the next 31 days and give you guys 31 easy tips on ways YOU can help win the fight against breast cancer. xo, Jade[more...]
For all you Boston One Lovers...
Be sure to check this out:[more...]
TOL is Throwing a Party NYC!!
Ok, well it's more of a "get together"...we give all of our money to charity and don't exactly have extra to rent the place out...but it's our fave hang out and we want to see everyone there!! Some of your fave TOL bloggers will be hangin' at Angels and Kings on Tues, Sept 30 and you need to be there too![more...]
YouTube.com/theoneloverocks
Are you a viewer? Probably not since Jade has been hoarding TOL vids on her camera forever, but she just found a spare day and has up loading a ton of new vids and is still uploading more!![more...]
Thank you, thank you, thank you!!
Thank you for your support of the Inaugural Tennessee Walk Now for Autism! On Saturday, over 2,000 people came together at Nashville Superspeedway and raised over $190,000 for autism research, family services, awareness, and advocacy. Without each of you[more...]
Belated One Love Birthday Wishes!
All of us here at The One Love would like to wish The One Love's very own Seth Anderson of Love Arcade, a very happy belated birthday!
Everyone be sure to wish Seth a happy birthday!
Happy Birthday Seth! Hope your birthday rocks![more...]
The One Love and Autism Speaks Need your Help!
Help our Nashville One Lovers support Nate and Brad's charity, Autism Speaks, this weekend by making a small donation. Remember, every little bit counts![more...]
Please Welcome Our Newest Bloggers...
The Wellingtons!
Join us by giving our newest bloggers, The Wellingtons a warm welcome! We're very excited to have them on board! Make sure you check out their myspace page here!
Check out their blogs in the future, and be sure to leave lots of comments![more...]
We need you!
For all of you that will be in the Nashville, TN area on September the 13th... We would love for you to come out and show your support for The One Love and Autism Speaks.
The Inaugural Tennessee Walk Now For Autism will be held on Saturday, September 13, 2008 at Nashville Superspeedway. Make sure you come out and walk with our Nashville One Love Bloggers. If you cannot make it out, you can make a donation. More information on how to donate is coming soon.
For more information, email: cathy@theonelove.org
We can't wait to see you there![more...]
Come See Kutless Play Revelation Generation This Weekend
Kutless is playing at this year’s Revelation Generation in Frenchtown, New Jersey this weekend ( Click here to check out the site) and they'd love to see a huge crowd! The show has already sold nearly 9,000 tickets and they expect to see over 20,000 fans in total! AND THEY WANT TO SEE YOU IN THE CROWD!
Nearly 20 acts will be spread across three stages during the two days of the festival (yes, that’s right… TWO DAYS).
Here’s the Friday Night LineUp:[more...]
NYCTV's New Yorker of the week is...
Our very own Shamikah Martinez is NYCTV's New Yorker of the week!
Click here to watch her on TV!
Make sure you send some comments about the show to: tsny@tv.nyc.gov to show your support!
Congratulations Shamkikah![more...]
A One Love Birthday In the House!!
We would like to wish a very happy birthday to our very own Luke White, of AtomicTom! We hope your birthday is as wonderful as you are!
Make sure that you wish Luke a happy birthday!
Thanks for spreading the love![more...]
Do You Want To Dance?
What's up, everybody?
This is Chap Stique, and I'm writing you with sweaty palms. I'm absolutely ecstatic about releasing the new record. It should be in your local Best Buy (for a sale price of $7.99), Wal Mart, and Hot Topic! It's also up on iTunes.
Thank you guys so much for your support throughout the writing and recording of this album. We can't wait to hear your thoughts about it, and we also can't wait to play these songs live on Dance Rawr Dance II.
Don't forget to check out our friend David Crowder and his new record (it came out today, too)!
We love you guys. Rock it!
Chap Stique[more...]
Congratulations Goes Out to The Click Five!
The Click Five are back from their trip to Asia, and they did not come home empty handed!
Join me in congratulating The Click Five on their big win at the MTV Asia VMA's! They snagged the coveted MTV Knockout Award. This award goes to the band that makes the biggest impact on youth culture! How cool is that!?
The Click Five also had the opportunity to perform at the VMA's, so be sure to check out their performance below...[more...]
We've Got A Birthday in the House!
Today is Chap Stique of Family Force 5's birthday! Make sure you wish him a happy birthday!
Family Force 5 is currently out on Warped Tour, so be sure to check them out if they come through your area!
Happy Birthday Chap Stique!... from everyone here at The One Love![more...]
Family Force 5 Album Hitting Stores August 19th
The time is getting closer and closer! Family Force 5's new album, Dance or Die, will be hitting stores August 19th. Be sure to keep checking www.myspace.com/familyforce5 for more information.[more...]
The Click Five Prepare to Rock the MTV Asia VMA's!!
Watch out, because the boys are headed back to Kuala Lumpur to perform at the MTV Asia Music Awards August 2nd at the Arena of Stars at Genting Highlands.
The show will be hosted by Jared Leto and also performing will be Panic at the Disco, One Republic and Leona Lewis. It should be a great show. If you can't make it in person, make sure you watch it on TV!
For more info, visit mtvasia.com [more...]
Drum Roll Please...
The One Love would like to welcome it's newest blogger: Andria Goodrow.
You can catch Andria out on Warped Tour this summer at the Myspace booth. Be sure to visit her, and give her a big One Love welcome!
Also, make sure you check out Andria's blogs in the near future. Her charity of choice is Boarding for Breast Cancer. You can get more information about her charity on www.b4bc.org[more...]
Stop The Traffik: Chocolate
Stop The Traffik and The One Love needs your help!
The chocolate industry promised in 2001 to end the trafficking of children onto cocoa farms by July 1st 2008. They claim that they have done this but all they have actually done is gather some information about the exploitation of children from half the cocoa areas involved.
WHAT THEY HAVEN'T DONE IS END IT!
THE TRAFFICKING AND EXPLOITATION OF CHILDREN HASN'T BEEN STOPPED
WHAT ARE WE GOING TO DO ABOUT IT?...
Read more to see how you can help![more...]
The One Love on MySpace and Facebook
Want to stay up to date on all things involving The One Love? Be sure to add us on MySpace and Facebook - we'll send you updates on all of our events and promotions.[more...]
Nate Campany Tonight (With Special Appearances by One Love Bloggers) @ Rockwood Music Hall!
For everyone that's in the New York City area, be sure to check out Nate's show tonight. It will be at Rockwood Music Hall, and you might catch some special appearances by fellow One Love Bloggers!
The show starts at 9:30pm tonight, so be sure to make it out... it will be an amazing show. For more information, visit: www.myspace.com/natecampany [more...]
Kutless' New Album Available Now!
The new Kutless album, To Know That You're Alive is now available in stores and online! Make sure to check it out.
For more information, go to www.myspace.com/kutless[more...]
Walk for Autism in New York City
The One Love has set up a team for the Autism Walk in NYC. The walk takes place on Sunday, June 22nd at 10:30am at Southstreet Seaport, and it's a three mile loop around Manhattan. We would love to get a lot of One Love readers to come walk with us.
To sign up as a walker, visit http://www.walknowforautism.org/newyorkcity/team/theonelove. Encourage friends to sign up as well![more...]
National Sexual Assault Online Hotline
The National Sexual Assault Online Hotline, developed by RAINN, is the first secure web-based crisis hotline providing live and anonymous support through an interface as intuitive as instant messaging.[more...]
New Click Five Tour Dates!
The last three dates on the "Modern Minds And Pastimes World Tour 2008" have been added in Japan and Bali. Be advised that these are all clubs and will likely sell out before the show dates so get your tickets in advance to guarantee your entry!
9 JUNE - OSAKA - CLUB QUATTRO
11 JUNE - TOKYO - LIQUID ROOM
17 JUNE - BALI - HARD ROCK CAFE[more...]
Wild Honey's New EP - Now Available on BandBox!
Wild Honey's new EP, This Is What Love Looks Like, is now available exclusively on BandBox. Visit their MySpace page to get it now!
www.myspace.com/wildhoney[more...]
Movement Magazine Interview with Mike Woods
Mike Woods, from the amazingly rockin' band Damone, recently did an interview with Movement Magazine. Check it out online now at www.movementmagazine.com.[more...]
Family Force 5's Blingin' Blogs
TODAY IS THE DAY! Blingin'’ Blogs is here!
What is Blingin'’ Blogs you ask? Why, only the best collection of our most popular, most hype audio blogs of all time and you can buy them on iTunes NOW!
Click here to go straight to iTunes.[more...]
Wild Honey on 9513.com
Wild Honey just did a wonderful exclusive interview with the9513.com - check it out when you get a chance![more...]
Family Force 5 - Dance or Die Medley
"The Dance or Die Medley" is now up on Myspace!
Listen to it right now: http://www.myspace.com/familyforce5[more...]
Tyler Hilton - Live Acoustic Video
Tyler just added a new live acoustic video of him playing "Picture Perfect" from the studio. Check it out here. Don't forget to subscribe to his Youtube Channel for more updates! Look for more videos coming soon.[more...]
TOL on MySpace
The One Love is now officially up and running on MySpace! Add us when you get chance - www.myspace.com/theoneloverocks.[more...]
HelpNate.com
One of our bloggers, Nate Campany, really wants to make a new record and needs your help! He wants 5000 people to be apart of his record by each donating $1. For more information on how you can help, visit www.helpnate.com.[more...]
The One Love Crashes NYC!!
Yes, after three months, The One Love crew is getting together in New York for yet another charity show with music and antics from some of your favorite bloggers. All proceeds from this show will go toward The American Cancer Society.[more...]
Catch our Newest Bloggers, Wild Honey, on "Can You Duet" Tonight!!
Catch Wild Honey on CMT's new reality show, "Can You Duet," tonight at 10p CST![more...]
Nate Campany and Ben Romans - Tonight!
If you're in the NYC area, be sure to go out Rockwood Music Hall tonight (April 10th) for Nate Campany's residency. Ben Romans will be a special guest at the show tonight as well - this is definitely something you don't want to miss![more...]
Check out the premiere of Family Force 5's new video "Never Let Me Go"
Oh yeah baby, it's featured on Myspace videos!
Check it out here and click "Never Let Me Go" in the right column: http://www.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=videos[more...]
Nate Campany and Friends At Rockwood - March 13th
If you're in the New York area, be sure to hit up Nate Campany's show at Rockwood Music Hall on March 13th. Admission is free, but you must be 21+ to get in. There should be a few One Love bloggers joining him as well...it's a show you don't want to miss![more...]
"Never Going Back To OK" - In Stores Now!
The Afters' new record, "Never Going Back To Ok," hit stores on February 26th! Go out and pick it up when you get a chance, or get it now on iTunes by clicking here. Brad and Nate will love you forever if you do :)[more...]
Family Force 5 Auction Raises over $100 for Invisible Children
Thanks for helping Chap Stique raise over $100 for Invisible Children![more...]
Join our friends Stellar Kart for their CD Release Party TONIGHT!!
Hey guys! Our good friends Stellar Kart are holding thier CD Release Party tonight in Franklin, TN which is right down the road from Nashville!
It's at 8:30pm at The Listening Room in Downtown Franklin.
Hope to see you there![more...]
Stop The Traffik Reached One Million Signatures!
Thanks so much to everyone who signed The Stop The Traffik petition! They reached their goal and recently presented all of the signatures to the UN. For more information visit www.stopthetraffik.org.[more...]
Happy Valentine's Day
There's a nice little message from everyone's universal valentine, Ben Romans, on the videos page. Check it out when you get a chance![more...]
Commenting - NOW LIVE!
Just wanted to let you all know that you can now make comments on blogs! Click on the "join" button in the top left corner to sign up and start making comments.[more...]
The Crash Moderns Tour
The Crash Moderns are kicking off their tour tomorrow in Tennessee! They be traveling all over the Southeast, and playing a few dates in Chicago and Texas as well. For more information, visit www.myspace.com/thecrashmoderns.[more...]
Michael Raphael's New Radio Show
Michael Raphael's New Radio Show Premiers tonight at 8:00 pm! He will be hosting this show while showcasing many of his up-and-coming artists in the one hour segement.
Be sure to tune in tonight at 8pm PST on shoutdrive.com![more...]
Hot Vibes Interview with Ben Romans
Ben recently caught up with Hot Vibes magazine to talk about The One Love! Check it out when you get a chance by visiting www.hotvibes.com.[more...]
First Video From TOL Rocks NYC
The first video from TOL show in NYC at The Bitter End has been added to our video section - check it out when you get a chance![more...]
The One Love ROCKS New York - A Success!
We're pleased to announce that TOL show in New York at The Bitter End was a success! We had an absolutely wonderful evening, and raised over $750 for Autism Speaks. Thank you to everyone who came out - we loved seeing you all! Videos and pictures from the show will be coming soon, so keep checking back for updates.[more...]
Nate Campany's Rockwood Music Hall Residency
Nate Campany has just been given a residency at Rockwood Music Hall in NY! There will be new songs, old songs in new ways, and special guests (maybe a few bloggers from TOL). Click the more link more for dates.[more...]
New Click Five Tour Dates
The Click Five have just announced several new tour dates! Even better news...Atomic Tom will be playing on the Jan. 31st date in New York City. For more information, visit www.myspace.com/theclickfive.[more...]
The One Love is ready to rock NY!
We're please to announce that we have finally scheduled The One Love show for New York City! It's going to be on January 21st at The Bitter End. The show will be a songwriters round featuring Ben Romans, Nate Campany, Luke White, Eric Angelo, Kyle Patrick, Ethan Mentzer, and other special guests. To purchase tickets, please click here.[more...]
TOL on Our Digital Music
Our Digital Music did a nice little write up about The One Love. Check it out when you get a chance by visiting www.ourdigitalmusic.com.[more...]
Miracle on Bedford Avenue
Miracle On Bedford Avenue! A holiday tale of MySpace love, fabulous elves, and merriment. Set in Williamsburg Brooklyn, and the North Pole of course. Starring One Love bloggers Ben Romans, Gia Farrell, and Luke White! Watch it now on the videos section.[more...]
The Click Five w/ Damone
Come see The Click Five with very special guests DAMONE. Saturday and Sunday...Jan. 26 & 27 at Bill's Bar / Lansdowne Street in Boston. ALL AGES![more...]
TH Books For Kids Concert
Come out and see Tyler Hilton's TH Books For Kids Concert on December 16th! The show is going to be at 74-200 Rutledge Way in Palm Desert, CA.[more...]
Frank Ciampi's 'Big Top Woman' on sale now!
After 3 years in the making, Frank Ciampi's "Big Top Woman" is now available for purchase. The CD features Ben Romans, Joe Guese and Eric Angelo Espiritu on some of the tracks.
This debut record features 11 tracks of power-pop madness.[more...]
See Videos from The One Love in London
Ben Romans and special guest James Bourne played a Nashville-style songwriter's round at Monkey Chews in London on December 4th in support of The One Love. To see videos from the show visit the videos page.[more...]
Stop The Traffik
People Trafficking the world's fastest growing illegal trade. We have
to act now to stop it.[more...]
