Team Panic Button plans to storm the Summer Outdoor Retailer Trade Show next week, walking the red carpet on behalf of two new clients, HERA Women’s Cancer Foundation and Liberty Bottleworks.

We look forward to connecting with some of our favorite writers and editors at the Salt Palace, and hope to put our best foot forward at Montrail’s Wasatch Wobble on Thursday morning. (That might be tough—it’s an early gun after what’s sure to be a late night at the Industry Party.)

What events are you planning to attend at OR? Or more importantly – what are you wearing?

Need to get in the mood? Try a belly-laugh with Teva’s unlikely mascot, The Naturist.  (Over here, we’re big fans of Liz Ferrin, Teva, and laughter.)

The Naturist

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It’s been a busy summer for the Panic Button crew. We ticked one half-marathon and are readying for another; we’ve gotten our asanas kicked in yoga immersion trainings; and we’ve stormed Park City’s mountain bike trails for rolling lunch meetings.

It’s not all playtime, though…we’ve also welcomed new clients, including HERA Women’s Cancer Foundation. HERA funds the detection, treatment, and prevention of ovarian cancer through popular events such as its annual Climb 4 Life.

We’re also excited to announce the opening of Panic Button Media’s Moab office. We love living in Park City (it’s hard not to when an after-work mountain bike ride is followed by a free concert at the Newpark Town Center or dinner at Shabu) but we’re excited to explore the desert, too, whether that means capturing cool video, sharing untold stories, or simply spending more time in Bluff with Hank and the DesignBuildBLUFF students.

What are your summer plans?

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With its classic lines and flattering cut, the Jackie O dress from Black Halo is #1 on our wish list–and we’re not alone! Celebrities are stocking up on Black Halo’s sophisticated styles, too. Scarlett Johansson wore the Jackie O to promote Iron Man 2, and Kelly Ripa, Lauren Conrad, Tyra Banks, and Jenny McCarthy have also claimed the frock as a fave. It comes in black, neutrals, or punchy summer shades, and–best of all–it’s available at  Mary Jane’s Boutique here in Park City & at the St. Louis store as well…

Kelly Ripa Wears Black Halo's Jackie O Dress. Photo courtesy of www.Kaboodle.com.

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Newpark Town Center kicks off its Free Thursday Night Concert Series on June 24 at the Newpark Amphitheater. Featuring nationally-recognized musicians such as Joshua James, the 2010 line-up is the biggest yet.

NEWPARK FREE THURSDAY NIGHT CONCERT SCHEDULE
June 24: New Familiars
July 1: Abraxas
July 8: The Clumsy Lovers
July 15: Stonefed
July 22: Hoots and Hellmouth
July 29: Fat Soul
August 5: The Speedbumps
August 12: An Evening with Joshua James
August 19: Uncle Luscious
August 26: Bonepony

The Newpark Amphitheater is conveniently located in Kimball Junction, off highway 224, in the heart of the Newpark Town Center. Newpark welcomes concert-goers to bring coolers and enjoy picnics with their families and friends, but discourages glass. All concerts begin at 6:00 pm.

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Between winning Celebrity Apprentice and his cameo appearance American Idol, the Poison frontman has been everywhere lately, and each time we’ve seen him, he’s been sporting a Team Diva designer cowboy hat.

Check out Bret wearing Team Diva’s handmade Roman Cross hat during his recent surprise appearance on American Idol….Then, get down to Mary Jane’s to pick up a Team Diva hat of your own.

Bret Rocking his Team Diva Hat

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John Doe, legendary punk musician (he founded LA-based “X” and went on to perform in the folk and country genres as well), recently turned heads in Boise, where he was filming a pilot for his new television show, “John Doe, American Music.”

The show visits a different region each episode, getting to the heart of what makes that area’s sound so unique–from zydeco to techno, tex-mex to blues.

What’s even better? Our friends at Wide Eye Productions in Boise came up with the idea - and are shopping it around as we speak.

Check out this preview, and we’ll keep you posted on which network or cable channel swoops up this authentic, groovy look at our musical roots.

http://wideeye.tv/videofiles/JohnDoeAmericanMusicteaser.html

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How about mixing a down home “sport” with a swanky environment?  That’s what you’ll find at Park City’s newest nightlife option, Jupiter Bowl.  Nestled in the growing community known as Newpark Resort at Park City’s Kimball Junction, Jupiter Bowl recently opened its doors to satisfied patrons.  Check it out 7 days a week for an impressive menu (devoid of cheap nachos:), cocktails and 7-10 splits.

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The Eccles Center was host to Robert Kennedy Jr. last week who spoke about the hazards and impact of mercury on global, national and local ecosystems ~ and individuals’ health.

The presentation was preceded by the documentary “The Cove: Mercury Rising,” which explores the hazards of mercury in fish.  Thank you to the Salt Lake Film Center & Park City Performing Arts Foundation for bringing in such a prolific speaker.  It’s highly likely that many of us in the audience will be getting the mercury levels checked in our blood. http://www.waterkeeper.org/ and http://www.thecovemovie.com/ for more on what you can do to protect yourself and our surroundings.

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In 2007, John Wells began to dream of living off the grid in a sustainable living home in the Texas desert.  He said goodbye to his home in New York and purchased land in Texas with the goal of building an alternative energy home and laboratory.  Wells derived inspiration from a home built by DesignBuildBLUFF, a non-profit, student-powered organization that builds sustainable living homes for Native Americans. DBB is one of our favorite clients — and we love seeing how its good intentions and creativity positively influence and inspire so many. John Wells is a perfect example.

You can follow Wells’ progress on his blog  www.thefieldlab.blogspot.com

To learn more about DesignBuildBLUFF and their upcoming projects, check out designbuildbluff.org.

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The journey of a lifetime has begun for Paralympian Chris Waddell. In less than 24 hours, he will begin climbing the 19,340-foot Mount Kilimanjaro. Prior to leaving for Africa, CBS caught up with Chris during his training in Crested Butte, Colorado:

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