Showing posts with label NYC. Show all posts
Showing posts with label NYC. Show all posts
Saturday, February 4, 2012
Oooops, I Did It Again!
Here's the vid of me at the latest NYC Animal Care and Control Board of Directors meeting (They may not let me in anymore, between this and the last time)...
Wednesday, November 2, 2011
Mayor Mike Bloomberg is a Piece of Shit
I really don't want to write these things.
I swear, I have so much effin' things to do - day gig, a wife, ten month old baby at home, two dogs, animal rescue, comedy "career" - I really don't have the time.
But I'm compelled to...
Cause our Mayor, Bloomberg, is a sack of shit.
He's always been arrogant and dismissive, that's his MO when dealing with any criticism. Usually, I don't make a big deal about it, because I figure, eh, what's the use.
But now I figure if I can change one person's point of view about him, I have to do it (okay, I have to change more than one...at least like seven...yeah, seven).
As many of you know, a carriage horse died in the street several days ago in NYC. Bloomberg, as usual, not only didn't seem the least bit sorry about it, he didn't offer the usual platitudes of any investigation forthcoming, no, he seemed, well, arrogant and dismissive. Here are his money (irony intended) quotes from the article....
Days after a carriage horse collapsed and died in Midtown, Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg on Wednesday dismissed calls for a ban on the carriage industry, saying he could not imagine why “anybody wants to destroy something that is part of New York’s heritage and that tourists love.”
“I have no idea what goes through their minds,” the mayor said of opponents of horse-drawn carriages.
“The horses here are supervised by the health department, the A.S.P.C.A.,” he said. “They’re well taken care of. And most of them wouldn’t be alive if they didn’t have a job.”
First of all, he's mentioned the tourist aspect several times - There isn't a tourist in the freaking world who comes here simply to ride the horse drawn carriages...sure, maybe some have it on their "to do" list while here, but not a single one isn't going to come to NY because they can't ride a horse.
Secondly, he has no idea what's on the minds of opponents? If that statement is true, then he's even more of an asshole than I thought. I mean, I can understand how he can object to us thinking the way we do, but to be so devoid of empathy is quite frankly scary.
The next sentence I pasted here is worthy of a reprint (even though I just pasted it a few lines up)...
"The horses here are supervised by the health department, the A.S.P.C.A.,” he said. “They’re well taken care of. And most of them wouldn’t be alive if they didn’t have a job.”
Why is that sentence worthy of a reprint? This came out yesterday.
They are "well taken care of?" Oh, really?
Apparently, this horse, Charlie as he was named, was just checked out by Dept of Health vets (I assume they have vets) in June. Meanwhile, as per the ASPCA's necropsy report, indications are that "Charlie was not a healthy horse and was likely suffering from pain due to pronounced chronic ulceration of the stomach and a fractured tooth."
When Bloomberg was asked about Charlie's death again, he responded, "Like everyone, eventually they die...some die on the streets."
I hope someone eulogizes him the same way.
RIP Charlie
Harris Bloom
Founder/President
http://www.stewietotherescue.org/
I swear, I have so much effin' things to do - day gig, a wife, ten month old baby at home, two dogs, animal rescue, comedy "career" - I really don't have the time.
But I'm compelled to...
Cause our Mayor, Bloomberg, is a sack of shit.
He's always been arrogant and dismissive, that's his MO when dealing with any criticism. Usually, I don't make a big deal about it, because I figure, eh, what's the use.
But now I figure if I can change one person's point of view about him, I have to do it (okay, I have to change more than one...at least like seven...yeah, seven).
As many of you know, a carriage horse died in the street several days ago in NYC. Bloomberg, as usual, not only didn't seem the least bit sorry about it, he didn't offer the usual platitudes of any investigation forthcoming, no, he seemed, well, arrogant and dismissive. Here are his money (irony intended) quotes from the article....
Days after a carriage horse collapsed and died in Midtown, Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg on Wednesday dismissed calls for a ban on the carriage industry, saying he could not imagine why “anybody wants to destroy something that is part of New York’s heritage and that tourists love.”
“I have no idea what goes through their minds,” the mayor said of opponents of horse-drawn carriages.
“The horses here are supervised by the health department, the A.S.P.C.A.,” he said. “They’re well taken care of. And most of them wouldn’t be alive if they didn’t have a job.”
First of all, he's mentioned the tourist aspect several times - There isn't a tourist in the freaking world who comes here simply to ride the horse drawn carriages...sure, maybe some have it on their "to do" list while here, but not a single one isn't going to come to NY because they can't ride a horse.
Secondly, he has no idea what's on the minds of opponents? If that statement is true, then he's even more of an asshole than I thought. I mean, I can understand how he can object to us thinking the way we do, but to be so devoid of empathy is quite frankly scary.
The next sentence I pasted here is worthy of a reprint (even though I just pasted it a few lines up)...
"The horses here are supervised by the health department, the A.S.P.C.A.,” he said. “They’re well taken care of. And most of them wouldn’t be alive if they didn’t have a job.”
Why is that sentence worthy of a reprint? This came out yesterday.
They are "well taken care of?" Oh, really?
Apparently, this horse, Charlie as he was named, was just checked out by Dept of Health vets (I assume they have vets) in June. Meanwhile, as per the ASPCA's necropsy report, indications are that "Charlie was not a healthy horse and was likely suffering from pain due to pronounced chronic ulceration of the stomach and a fractured tooth."
When Bloomberg was asked about Charlie's death again, he responded, "Like everyone, eventually they die...some die on the streets."
I hope someone eulogizes him the same way.
Harris Bloom
Founder/President
http://www.stewietotherescue.org/
Thursday, February 3, 2011
Spider-Man isn't the only hero in NYC....
Good Morning,
I might be overstating things, but I think that everyone enjoys a hero story. I think hero stories appeals to the kid in each of us. They remind us of a time where things weren't so convoluted and the world wasn't interpreted as so shady. I think the only ones who don't like the hero, are the villains, but I think that's just how it goes.
Anyhow, I happened to find a video on youtube that I thought was really cool. This time it involves two dogs (one of which is the hero of the story), which are revealed to be family. I'm a sucker for stories like this. Check it out for yourself right HERE.
What'd you think? Pretty cool, right? All he needs is a cool costume. Maybe even a cape. Maybe not. Not sure if he could work the cape or not.
Speaking of heroes and such, you yourself can be a hero to a needy animal by attending our upcoming comedy fundraiser which will be happening at Gotham Comedy Club in NYC on Wed. Feb. 23rd. Show starts at 8pm and features a super-powered comedic line-up the likes you haven't seen before (perhaps an overstatement, but they are all incredibly funny).
Note the following flier for all the info:
Be there or be square. Be a hero to a needy animal!
TTYS,
Stewie
www.stewietotherescue.org
I might be overstating things, but I think that everyone enjoys a hero story. I think hero stories appeals to the kid in each of us. They remind us of a time where things weren't so convoluted and the world wasn't interpreted as so shady. I think the only ones who don't like the hero, are the villains, but I think that's just how it goes.
Anyhow, I happened to find a video on youtube that I thought was really cool. This time it involves two dogs (one of which is the hero of the story), which are revealed to be family. I'm a sucker for stories like this. Check it out for yourself right HERE.
What'd you think? Pretty cool, right? All he needs is a cool costume. Maybe even a cape. Maybe not. Not sure if he could work the cape or not.
Speaking of heroes and such, you yourself can be a hero to a needy animal by attending our upcoming comedy fundraiser which will be happening at Gotham Comedy Club in NYC on Wed. Feb. 23rd. Show starts at 8pm and features a super-powered comedic line-up the likes you haven't seen before (perhaps an overstatement, but they are all incredibly funny).
Note the following flier for all the info:
Be there or be square. Be a hero to a needy animal!
TTYS,
Stewie
www.stewietotherescue.org
Sunday, January 2, 2011
A Call to Arms....
Am I really up at 9 a.m. on Sunday? What?!? Its probably because I slept the majority of Saturday after a fun New Year's Eve. Well anyway, good morning, fine readers.
Every morning I try to deliver the best in terms of this blog and sometimes everything flows amazingly and other times my fuzzy, under caffeinated brain struggles. Today, I'm kind of in the middle, but I do have something simple to bring forth.
I know I've mentioned how much our supporters mean to us. You do. Incredibly important. Without you, there is no us. Its that simple.
That being said, I thought about reaching out to people who have "In's" with certain businesses, service companies, etc, and wanted to illuminate another way you can help us in our mission....by sponsoring our events or donating products/services to our raffles.
If you're one of these ultra-cool, well connected folks and believe in what we're doing and want to help, please don't hesitate to contact me (Carl Catania) at: stewiepr@gmail.com . It'd be very appreciated.
Also, if you're someone who likes to have a good time and enjoy some spirits, we've got something awesome happening this week. Come on down January 6th at Fiddlesticks in NYC. CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE EVENT.
Anyhow, Sunday has spoken....back to bed.
TTYS,
Stewie
www.stewietotherescue.org
Every morning I try to deliver the best in terms of this blog and sometimes everything flows amazingly and other times my fuzzy, under caffeinated brain struggles. Today, I'm kind of in the middle, but I do have something simple to bring forth.
I know I've mentioned how much our supporters mean to us. You do. Incredibly important. Without you, there is no us. Its that simple.
That being said, I thought about reaching out to people who have "In's" with certain businesses, service companies, etc, and wanted to illuminate another way you can help us in our mission....by sponsoring our events or donating products/services to our raffles.
If you're one of these ultra-cool, well connected folks and believe in what we're doing and want to help, please don't hesitate to contact me (Carl Catania) at: stewiepr@gmail.com . It'd be very appreciated.
Also, if you're someone who likes to have a good time and enjoy some spirits, we've got something awesome happening this week. Come on down January 6th at Fiddlesticks in NYC. CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE EVENT.
Anyhow, Sunday has spoken....back to bed.
TTYS,
Stewie
www.stewietotherescue.org
Sunday, December 26, 2010
Damn it, Santa, not a blizzard!
Morning to all. Hope everyone enjoyed the holidays (and hope you still are if they're still going on for you).
For me, the last two days have consisted of hardcore family get-togethers and eating an abundance of food. Way too much food. Italians don't play.
If you are ever invited to an italian family's house for dinner, pace yourself. Never, ever, clean your plate quickly or you will be subject to berating and peer pressure to have more. Even though I'm italian, I do often overlook this rule and still for whatever reason think I'll get out unscathed. The very definition of insanity. Too much food.
Anyhow, if you've been listening to the weather reports in the NYC area, you'll know that we are theoretically due to get bombarded with a snow storm. Generally, I take weather people's predictions with a grain of salt, but they are barking very hard about this one.
So, with the impending weather, I found a safe guard list to protect your pets from the nasty weather. You can check out the article HERE.
Stay warm and stay safe.
TTYS,
Stewie
www.stewietotherescue.org
For me, the last two days have consisted of hardcore family get-togethers and eating an abundance of food. Way too much food. Italians don't play.
If you are ever invited to an italian family's house for dinner, pace yourself. Never, ever, clean your plate quickly or you will be subject to berating and peer pressure to have more. Even though I'm italian, I do often overlook this rule and still for whatever reason think I'll get out unscathed. The very definition of insanity. Too much food.
Anyhow, if you've been listening to the weather reports in the NYC area, you'll know that we are theoretically due to get bombarded with a snow storm. Generally, I take weather people's predictions with a grain of salt, but they are barking very hard about this one.
So, with the impending weather, I found a safe guard list to protect your pets from the nasty weather. You can check out the article HERE.
Stay warm and stay safe.
TTYS,
Stewie
www.stewietotherescue.org
Friday, December 17, 2010
Holiday Pet Safety...
Good morning and T.G.I.F., everyone.
We've been all enjoying the holiday season, but there are some things that while we're out shopping for gifts, decorating the house, and preparing the awesome food, we might be forgetting. One such thing is safety for our dogs.
I came across this list of some holiday pet safety measures that might be good for a look over. Let's keep our furry friends safe, they'd do the same for us. You can check out safety list by CLICKING HERE.
Also, for those you in the NYC, NJ, CT, or Long Island areas...we've got an amazing show coming up next week. Come celebrate the holidays and help us in continuing in our mission....
TTYS,
- Stewie
www.stewietotherescue.org
We've been all enjoying the holiday season, but there are some things that while we're out shopping for gifts, decorating the house, and preparing the awesome food, we might be forgetting. One such thing is safety for our dogs.
I came across this list of some holiday pet safety measures that might be good for a look over. Let's keep our furry friends safe, they'd do the same for us. You can check out safety list by CLICKING HERE.
Also, for those you in the NYC, NJ, CT, or Long Island areas...we've got an amazing show coming up next week. Come celebrate the holidays and help us in continuing in our mission....
TTYS,
- Stewie
www.stewietotherescue.org
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