IWON http://ak.imgfarm.com/images/fwp/smileyblog/smileybuzz_150x96.gif Get the scoop on the latest fun and wacky stuff online - from a host of writers who are just not quite right. Plus, updates on new smileys, avatars, ecards and more from SmileyCentral.com. en-us Sat, 07 Nov 2009 23:55:09 EST Sat, 07 Nov 2009 23:55:09 EST http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Zwinky Prom 2009 Theme Revealed! http://prdcontent1.staff.iwon.com/bl/view_article/id/1032.html Hey Zwinksters! Before I announce this year's Zwinky Prom Theme, I just want to give a shoutout to everyone who submitted theme ideas. It was a difficult choice, especially since there were a boatload of really creative ideas and you were so passionate about your ideas. We love the passion! Keep it coming!<br> <br> Those of you who're following us on <a href="http://twitter.com/zwinkyblog" target="_blank">Twitter</a> have already heard the news from <a href="http://profile.zwinky.com/zwinkyprofile/main.jhtml?username=ms_information" target="_blank">Ms. Information</a>. So I don't keep the rest of you waiting and without any further adieu, I'm very excited to announce that this year's prom theme is <b>Around the World!</b>.<br> <br> We think this year's theme and all the new fashions coming to <b><a href="http://home.zwinky.com/zwinkyhome/main.jhtml?room=boutique6&launch=chat"target="_blank">Z Avenue</a></b> this week have something to offer everyone! <p><center><img src="http://ak.imgfarm.com/images/zwinkyblog/prom09b.jpg"width="250"></center> <br><br>(We've even slipped in a little something that all you fellow rabid <b><i>Twilight</b></i> fans will appreciate). But that's all we'll reveal for now, you'll have to wait or try to figure out the locations yourselves. And of course, keep coming back and make sure you join us on <a href="http://twitter.com/ZwinkyBlog"target="_blank">Twitter</a> to get more details!<br> <br> So in the meantime, book your flights, dig out your passports, find a date, and start planning your styles with an eye toward adding some international flavor. Zwinky's Prom Around the World is right around the corner! Hey Zwinksters! Before I announce this year's Zwinky Prom Theme, I just want to give a shoutout to everyone who submitted theme ideas. It was a difficult choice, especially since there were a boatload of really creative ideas and you were so passionate about your ideas. We love the passion! Keep it coming!<br> <br> Those of you who're following us on <a href="http://twitter.com/zwinkyblog" target="_blank">Twitter</a> have already heard the news from <a href="http://profile.zwinky.com/zwinkyprofile/main.jhtml?username=ms_information" target="_blank">Ms. Information</a>. So I don't keep the rest of you waiting and without any further adieu, I'm very excited to announce that this year's prom theme is <b>Around the World!</b>.<br> <br> We think this year's theme and all the new fashions coming to <b><a href="http://home.zwinky.com/zwinkyhome/main.jhtml?room=boutique6&launch=chat"target="_blank">Z Avenue</a></b> this week have something to offer everyone! <p><center><img src="http://ak.imgfarm.com/images/zwinkyblog/prom09b.jpg"width="250"></center> <br><br>(We've even slipped in a little something that all you fellow rabid <b><i>Twilight</b></i> fans will appreciate). But that's all we'll reveal for now, you'll have to wait or try to figure out the locations yourselves. And of course, keep coming back and make sure you join us on <a href="http://twitter.com/ZwinkyBlog"target="_blank">Twitter</a> to get more details!<br> <br> So in the meantime, book your flights, dig out your passports, find a date, and start planning your styles with an eye toward adding some international flavor. Zwinky's Prom Around the World is right around the corner! Mon, 18 May 2009 15:24:00 EDT Bill http://prdcontent1.staff.iwon.com/bl/view_article/id/1032.html Zwinky Zwinky Updates on Twitter? It Must Be The Holidays!!! http://prdcontent1.staff.iwon.com/bl/view_article/id/879.html Hey there, Zwinksters! I've recent started to use <a href="http://www.twitter.com" target="_blank">Twitter</a> to post updates about what the Zwinky Team is up to and announce when new features have been launched. But I'm curious about what portion of the Zwinky community even uses Twitter, or knows what it is, for that matter.<br> <br> So, please satisfy my curiosity by taking a sec to answer the following poll:<br> <br><CENTER> <embed allowScriptAccess="never" saveEmbedTags="true" src="http://www.polldaddy.com/poll.swf" FlashVars="p=1208334" quality="high" wmode="transparent" bgcolor="&#035;ffffff" width="252" height="300" name="beta3" salign="tl" scale="autoscale" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" pluginspage="http://www.macromedia.com/go/getflashplayer" ></embed></CENTER> <br> And here's a sample of some of my Tweets! Feel free to <b><i>follow</i></b> me by clicking the link below the widget.<br> <br><CENTER> <div style="width:350px;text-align:center"><embed src="http://twitter.com/flash/twitter_badge.swf" flashvars="color1=3342489&type=user&id=14719851" quality="high" width="252" height="252" name="twitter_badge" align="middle" allowScriptAccess="always" wmode="transparent" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" pluginspage="http://www.macromedia.com/go/getflashplayer" /><br><a style="font-size: 11px; color: #330099; text-decoration: none" href="http://twitter.com/Zwinky_MisterE" target="_blank">follow Mister E at http://twitter.com</a></div></CENTER> Hey there, Zwinksters! I've recent started to use <a href="http://www.twitter.com" target="_blank">Twitter</a> to post updates about what the Zwinky Team is up to and announce when new features have been launched. But I'm curious about what portion of the Zwinky community even uses Twitter, or knows what it is, for that matter.<br> <br> So, please satisfy my curiosity by taking a sec to answer the following poll:<br> <br><CENTER> <embed allowScriptAccess="never" saveEmbedTags="true" src="http://www.polldaddy.com/poll.swf" FlashVars="p=1208334" quality="high" wmode="transparent" bgcolor="&#035;ffffff" width="252" height="300" name="beta3" salign="tl" scale="autoscale" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" pluginspage="http://www.macromedia.com/go/getflashplayer" ></embed></CENTER> <br> And here's a sample of some of my Tweets! Feel free to <b><i>follow</i></b> me by clicking the link below the widget.<br> <br><CENTER> <div style="width:350px;text-align:center"><embed src="http://twitter.com/flash/twitter_badge.swf" flashvars="color1=3342489&type=user&id=14719851" quality="high" width="252" height="252" name="twitter_badge" align="middle" allowScriptAccess="always" wmode="transparent" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" pluginspage="http://www.macromedia.com/go/getflashplayer" /><br><a style="font-size: 11px; color: #330099; text-decoration: none" href="http://twitter.com/Zwinky_MisterE" target="_blank">follow Mister E at http://twitter.com</a></div></CENTER> Sat, 27 Dec 2008 00:01:00 EST Bill http://prdcontent1.staff.iwon.com/bl/view_article/id/879.html Zwinky 'Tis the Season for Festive FunFest ... http://prdcontent1.staff.iwon.com/bl/view_article/id/876.html <i>...fa fa fa fa fa, fa fa fa fa.</i> Too much alliteration?!? Okay, maybe. But we're still <b>psyched</b> for the change of season in Zwinktopia and are happy to kick it off with <b><i>Festive FunFest!</i></b><br> <br> <CENTER> <img src="http://ak.imgfarm.com/images/zwinkyblog/funfest.jpg"> </CENTER><br> Please go check out the many redecorated rooms in Zwinktopia and enjoy all the soothing seasonal tunes. And, of course, if you haven't already visited <b><i>Deck the Halls</i></b>, go there now to get the latest seasonal clothes and room decorations to show off your holiday spirit.<br> <br> Lastly, from all of us on the Zwinky Team, have a safe, fun holiday season! We look forward to an awesome 2009 for the entire Zwinky community. <i>...fa fa fa fa fa, fa fa fa fa.</i> Too much alliteration?!? Okay, maybe. But we're still <b>psyched</b> for the change of season in Zwinktopia and are happy to kick it off with <b><i>Festive FunFest!</i></b><br> <br> <CENTER> <img src="http://ak.imgfarm.com/images/zwinkyblog/funfest.jpg"> </CENTER><br> Please go check out the many redecorated rooms in Zwinktopia and enjoy all the soothing seasonal tunes. And, of course, if you haven't already visited <b><i>Deck the Halls</i></b>, go there now to get the latest seasonal clothes and room decorations to show off your holiday spirit.<br> <br> Lastly, from all of us on the Zwinky Team, have a safe, fun holiday season! We look forward to an awesome 2009 for the entire Zwinky community. Thu, 18 Dec 2008 10:40:00 EST Bill http://prdcontent1.staff.iwon.com/bl/view_article/id/876.html Zwinky PopStar Guitar rocks Zwinky http://prdcontent1.staff.iwon.com/bl/view_article/id/821.html Get ready to rock, Zwinksters! <b><i>PopStar Guitar</i></b>, a new <b><i>XS Games</i></b> title coming soon to a <i>Wii</i> or <i>Playstation 2</i> near you, is on the scene in Lexi Hall. Go now to check out the trailer and learn more about this exciting game that hits store shelves on Nov. 18th! <p> While you're at it, why not get into character? I'm still trying to decide...<b><i>angry, clinging-to-his-youth '80s Glam PopStar</i></b>?<BR> <BR> <CENTER> <img src="http://ak.imgfarm.com/images/zwinkyblog/glamrock.jpg"> <BR></CENTER><BR> Or <b><i>brooding, wannabe-toughguy Boy Band PopStar</i></b>?<BR> <BR> <CENTER> <img src="http://ak.imgfarm.com/images/zwinkyblog/boyband.jpg"> <BR></CENTER><BR> By the way, you won't be able to get the guitar prop for much longer. So, go to <b><i>The Skeleton's Closet</b></i> now to get yours before the Clearance Sale ends! Get ready to rock, Zwinksters! <b><i>PopStar Guitar</i></b>, a new <b><i>XS Games</i></b> title coming soon to a <i>Wii</i> or <i>Playstation 2</i> near you, is on the scene in Lexi Hall. Go now to check out the trailer and learn more about this exciting game that hits store shelves on Nov. 18th! <p> While you're at it, why not get into character? I'm still trying to decide...<b><i>angry, clinging-to-his-youth '80s Glam PopStar</i></b>?<BR> <BR> <CENTER> <img src="http://ak.imgfarm.com/images/zwinkyblog/glamrock.jpg"> <BR></CENTER><BR> Or <b><i>brooding, wannabe-toughguy Boy Band PopStar</i></b>?<BR> <BR> <CENTER> <img src="http://ak.imgfarm.com/images/zwinkyblog/boyband.jpg"> <BR></CENTER><BR> By the way, you won't be able to get the guitar prop for much longer. So, go to <b><i>The Skeleton's Closet</b></i> now to get yours before the Clearance Sale ends! Tue, 11 Nov 2008 01:30:00 EST Bill http://prdcontent1.staff.iwon.com/bl/view_article/id/821.html Entertainment Buzz Zwinky Drag Your Bones to the Skeleton's Closet!! http://prdcontent1.staff.iwon.com/bl/view_article/id/802.html It's that time of year again. To get you in the spooky spirit for the upcoming <i><b>Shocktoberfest</i></b>, we've opened <i><b>The Skeleton's Closet</i></b>.<BR> <BR> <CENTER> <img src="http://ak.imgfarm.com/images/zwinkyblog/skeleton.jpg"> </CENTER><BR> There's an awesome mix of costumes that'll be sure to tickle your inner goofball or scare the begeezus out of your fellow fright-lovers. Personally, I'm still torn... possessed zombie, can of beans or uber-peppy drag cheerleader? Decisions, decisions! <br> <BR> Also, make sure you pick up some Halloween decorations to get your room ready for the season. <br><br> Meanwhile, we're still busy remodeling one of your favorite Zwinktopia locations for the big <i><b>Shocktoberfest</i></b> event, set to begin on Tuesday, Oct. 28th.<BR> <BR> Well? What are you waiting for? Go get your costumes now! It's that time of year again. To get you in the spooky spirit for the upcoming <i><b>Shocktoberfest</i></b>, we've opened <i><b>The Skeleton's Closet</i></b>.<BR> <BR> <CENTER> <img src="http://ak.imgfarm.com/images/zwinkyblog/skeleton.jpg"> </CENTER><BR> There's an awesome mix of costumes that'll be sure to tickle your inner goofball or scare the begeezus out of your fellow fright-lovers. Personally, I'm still torn... possessed zombie, can of beans or uber-peppy drag cheerleader? Decisions, decisions! <br> <BR> Also, make sure you pick up some Halloween decorations to get your room ready for the season. <br><br> Meanwhile, we're still busy remodeling one of your favorite Zwinktopia locations for the big <i><b>Shocktoberfest</i></b> event, set to begin on Tuesday, Oct. 28th.<BR> <BR> Well? What are you waiting for? Go get your costumes now! Fri, 17 Oct 2008 03:55:00 EDT Bill http://prdcontent1.staff.iwon.com/bl/view_article/id/802.html Zwinky Hannah Montana & Miley Cyrus Arrive in Zwinktopia! http://prdcontent1.staff.iwon.com/bl/view_article/id/764.html Hey, Zwinksters! Hannah Montana and Miley Cyrus are in Zwinktopia!<br> <br> Be sure to stop at Stage Z to learn more about the upcoming <i><b>Hannah Montana and Miley Cyrus Best of Both Worlds Concert</i></b> DVD. While you're there, be sure to grab some <strong>free, new Hannah Montana gear</strong> at the kiosk in the lobby.<BR> <BR> After you check out the trailer and clips from the DVD, go ahead and visit the <a target="_blank" href="http://profile.zwinky.com/zwinkyprofile/main.jhtml?username=best_of_both_worlds_">Hannah/Miley profile page</a> and add them as friends.<BR> <BR> Hmmm...cool videos and free gear. That really is the best of both worlds!<br> <br><center> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.zwinky.com"> <img src="http://ak.imgfarm.com/images/zwinkyblog/HannahMontana.jpg" width="300" height="378" class="style1"></a></center> Hey, Zwinksters! Hannah Montana and Miley Cyrus are in Zwinktopia!<br> <br> Be sure to stop at Stage Z to learn more about the upcoming <i><b>Hannah Montana and Miley Cyrus Best of Both Worlds Concert</i></b> DVD. While you're there, be sure to grab some <strong>free, new Hannah Montana gear</strong> at the kiosk in the lobby.<BR> <BR> After you check out the trailer and clips from the DVD, go ahead and visit the <a target="_blank" href="http://profile.zwinky.com/zwinkyprofile/main.jhtml?username=best_of_both_worlds_">Hannah/Miley profile page</a> and add them as friends.<BR> <BR> Hmmm...cool videos and free gear. That really is the best of both worlds!<br> <br><center> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.zwinky.com"> <img src="http://ak.imgfarm.com/images/zwinkyblog/HannahMontana.jpg" width="300" height="378" class="style1"></a></center> Tue, 12 Aug 2008 16:41:00 EDT Bill http://prdcontent1.staff.iwon.com/bl/view_article/id/764.html Entertainment Buzz Zwinky Zwinky Wants You... http://prdcontent1.staff.iwon.com/bl/view_article/id/737.html <img src="http://ak.imgfarm.com/images/zwinkyblog/pointing_zwinky.jpg" align="left"> ...to join its team for the summer. Yes, <strong>we're hiring summer interns</strong>! If you're interested in a chance to work with <a href="http://profile.zwinky.com/zwinkyprofile/main.jhtml?username=missanastasia" target="_blank">Miss Anastasia</a>, <a href="http://profile.zwinky.com/zwinkyprofile/main.jhtml?username=misscosmopolitan" target="_blank">Miss Cosmopolitan</a>, <a href="http://profile.zwinky.com/zwinkyprofile/main.jhtml?username=mrfoxtrot" target="_blank">Mr. Foxtrot</a>, and <a href="http://profile.zwinky.com/zwinkyprofile/main.jhtml?username=mistere" target="_blank">me</a>, you can find the job description <a href="http://www.askcareers.com/iacsam/jobboard/JobDetails.aspx?__ID=*A4795188423EA826" target="_blank">here</a>. <em>Summer interns must live in the Westchester, NY area and be at least 16 years old.</em><BR> <BR> As a summer intern, you'll be helping the team plan upcoming events and features, help with user outreach, and see what it takes to keep Zwinky humming!<BR> <BR> If you're already on MonsterTRAK or Hotjobs, you can find the postings there <a href="http://www.monstertrak.com/search/jobs/2243931" target="_blank">here</a> and <a href="http://hotjobs.yahoo.com/job-JQU1C67B49G;_ylt=AqTcf8HIvm6HNYbZgjJVgwX6Q6IX" target="_blank">here</a>, respectively.<br> <br> Zwinkies who don't live in the area and/or are under 16, we&#39;ll have an opportunity for you to help with Zwinky, too. Stay tuned! <img src="http://ak.imgfarm.com/images/zwinkyblog/pointing_zwinky.jpg" align="left"> ...to join its team for the summer. Yes, <strong>we're hiring summer interns</strong>! If you're interested in a chance to work with <a href="http://profile.zwinky.com/zwinkyprofile/main.jhtml?username=missanastasia" target="_blank">Miss Anastasia</a>, <a href="http://profile.zwinky.com/zwinkyprofile/main.jhtml?username=misscosmopolitan" target="_blank">Miss Cosmopolitan</a>, <a href="http://profile.zwinky.com/zwinkyprofile/main.jhtml?username=mrfoxtrot" target="_blank">Mr. Foxtrot</a>, and <a href="http://profile.zwinky.com/zwinkyprofile/main.jhtml?username=mistere" target="_blank">me</a>, you can find the job description <a href="http://www.askcareers.com/iacsam/jobboard/JobDetails.aspx?__ID=*A4795188423EA826" target="_blank">here</a>. <em>Summer interns must live in the Westchester, NY area and be at least 16 years old.</em><BR> <BR> As a summer intern, you'll be helping the team plan upcoming events and features, help with user outreach, and see what it takes to keep Zwinky humming!<BR> <BR> If you're already on MonsterTRAK or Hotjobs, you can find the postings there <a href="http://www.monstertrak.com/search/jobs/2243931" target="_blank">here</a> and <a href="http://hotjobs.yahoo.com/job-JQU1C67B49G;_ylt=AqTcf8HIvm6HNYbZgjJVgwX6Q6IX" target="_blank">here</a>, respectively.<br> <br> Zwinkies who don't live in the area and/or are under 16, we&#39;ll have an opportunity for you to help with Zwinky, too. Stay tuned! Sat, 21 Jun 2008 01:36:00 EDT Bill http://prdcontent1.staff.iwon.com/bl/view_article/id/737.html Zwinky Zwinky Gift Cards have arrived! http://prdcontent1.staff.iwon.com/bl/view_article/id/638.html Hey Zwinksters! They're here. Here's a video that <a href="http://profile.zwinky.com/zwinkyprofile/main.jhtml?username=musicnyman">musicnyman</a>, the Zwinky team reporting guru, put together this morning.<br> <br> <center> <object type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="400" height="300" data="http://www.vimeo.com/moogaloop.swf?clip_id=666820&amp;server=www.vimeo.com&amp;fullscreen=1&amp;show_title=1&amp;show_byline=1&amp;show_portrait=0&amp;color="> <param name="quality" value="best" /> <param name="allowfullscreen" value="true" /> <param name="scale" value="showAll" /> <param name="movie" value="http://www.vimeo.com/moogaloop.swf?clip_id=666820&amp;server=www.vimeo.com&amp;fullscreen=1&amp;show_title=1&amp;show_byline=1&amp;show_portrait=0&amp;color=" /></object> </center><br> <p> <a target="_blank" href="http://sites.target.com/site/en/spot/page.jsp?title=store_locator_new"> Run out and get yours now!</a></p> Hey Zwinksters! They're here. Here's a video that <a href="http://profile.zwinky.com/zwinkyprofile/main.jhtml?username=musicnyman">musicnyman</a>, the Zwinky team reporting guru, put together this morning.<br> <br> <center> <object type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="400" height="300" data="http://www.vimeo.com/moogaloop.swf?clip_id=666820&amp;server=www.vimeo.com&amp;fullscreen=1&amp;show_title=1&amp;show_byline=1&amp;show_portrait=0&amp;color="> <param name="quality" value="best" /> <param name="allowfullscreen" value="true" /> <param name="scale" value="showAll" /> <param name="movie" value="http://www.vimeo.com/moogaloop.swf?clip_id=666820&amp;server=www.vimeo.com&amp;fullscreen=1&amp;show_title=1&amp;show_byline=1&amp;show_portrait=0&amp;color=" /></object> </center><br> <p> <a target="_blank" href="http://sites.target.com/site/en/spot/page.jsp?title=store_locator_new"> Run out and get yours now!</a></p> Wed, 06 Feb 2008 01:33:00 EST Bill http://prdcontent1.staff.iwon.com/bl/view_article/id/638.html Zwinky Zwinky Gift Cards in Target Stores Soon! http://prdcontent1.staff.iwon.com/bl/view_article/id/626.html Hey Zwinksters! By now a few of you have read or heard the announcements of our exciting news. Starting <b><i>Feb 5th</b></i>, you'll be able to purchase <b>Zwinky Gift Cards</b> at your local <a href="http://sites.target.com/site/en/spot/page.jsp?title=store_locator_new&ref=nav%5Fstore%5Flocator" target="_blank">Target</a>! How cool is that?<br> <br> So, those of you who have been pleading for another way to get the ZCard, now you have your chance. When redeemed, Gift Cards add ZBucks directly to your ZCard. CHA-CHING! You can get 1500 ZBucks ($10), 2500 ZBucks ($15), or 5000 ZBucks ($25). No matter the amount, you get access to premium items like shoes with dance moves from Shoebuy or exclusive Z-Loft dorm decor. Or, you can use it to splurge on new looks, a dorm room, and more...The choice is yours!<br> <br> But that's not all. With the <b>$15 and $25</b> cards, you'll also get one of four very cool, new superpowers. Don't bother asking me what they are. I'm going to live up to my name and leave you in suspense. You'll have to get one for yourself to see. But, let me just say that you'll definitely be the envy of all your Zwinky friends!<br> <br> So, start telling your parents, aunts, uncles, brothers, sisters, friends, or even that special someone that this year you don't need chocolates or flowers since <i>nothing</i> will say "Happy Valentine's Day!" better than a <b>Zwinky Gift Card</b>. Or just show yourself a little love and run to your local Target on the 5th and get one for yourself.<br><br> <center> <img src="http://ak.imgfarm.com/images/zwinkyblog/prePaid25_300x428.jpg"> </center> Hey Zwinksters! By now a few of you have read or heard the announcements of our exciting news. Starting <b><i>Feb 5th</b></i>, you'll be able to purchase <b>Zwinky Gift Cards</b> at your local <a href="http://sites.target.com/site/en/spot/page.jsp?title=store_locator_new&ref=nav%5Fstore%5Flocator" target="_blank">Target</a>! How cool is that?<br> <br> So, those of you who have been pleading for another way to get the ZCard, now you have your chance. When redeemed, Gift Cards add ZBucks directly to your ZCard. CHA-CHING! You can get 1500 ZBucks ($10), 2500 ZBucks ($15), or 5000 ZBucks ($25). No matter the amount, you get access to premium items like shoes with dance moves from Shoebuy or exclusive Z-Loft dorm decor. Or, you can use it to splurge on new looks, a dorm room, and more...The choice is yours!<br> <br> But that's not all. With the <b>$15 and $25</b> cards, you'll also get one of four very cool, new superpowers. Don't bother asking me what they are. I'm going to live up to my name and leave you in suspense. You'll have to get one for yourself to see. But, let me just say that you'll definitely be the envy of all your Zwinky friends!<br> <br> So, start telling your parents, aunts, uncles, brothers, sisters, friends, or even that special someone that this year you don't need chocolates or flowers since <i>nothing</i> will say "Happy Valentine's Day!" better than a <b>Zwinky Gift Card</b>. Or just show yourself a little love and run to your local Target on the 5th and get one for yourself.<br><br> <center> <img src="http://ak.imgfarm.com/images/zwinkyblog/prePaid25_300x428.jpg"> </center> Mon, 28 Jan 2008 12:00:00 EST Bill http://prdcontent1.staff.iwon.com/bl/view_article/id/626.html Zwinky