Plunge Festival Gets A Facelift for 2011

PlungeFest, The Free Winter Festival Surrounding the MSP Polar Bear Plunge, is Expanding to Include Six Zones of Frigid Fun; Highlights Include Entertainment by Jersey Shore’s DJ Pauly D in the Rams Head Ice Lodge, Mickey Harris’ Monster Garage, Robert Andrew Tuscan Spa Retreat and More

Baltimore, MD – PlungeFest – the free winter festival surrounding the MSP Polar Bear Plunge – has something for everyone in 2011, offering six different Zones of frigid fun that allow festival-goers to choose their Plunge Day experience on Saturday, January 29 at Sandy Point State Park.

Highlights of this expanded festival, which runs from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. on Jan. 29, include an appearance by DJ Pauly D – of MTV’s Jersey Shore – who will be headlining the Rams Head Ice Lodge, which is returning for its second year; the new Chesapeake Bayhawks Arctic Lacrosse Zone, featuring autograph sessions and demos; and the Robert Andrew Tuscan Spa Retreat where the Robert Andrew team will bring a dose of pampering to the beach.

Details from each of the zones of frigid fun are:

Robert Andrew Tuscan Spa Retreat: Who doesn’t need a little pampering now and then? Robert Andrew Salon & Spa is offering a multitude of services at the Plunge, with all proceeds benefiting SOMD. This includes mini-consultations with Dr. Jeffrey Horowitz, a board certified plastic surgeon, Micro Dermabrasion with Dr. Stacey Tieff, 10-minute mini massages, hair cuts, hand dips, teeth whitening and lip treatments. A variety of other vendors will also be inside this spa tent, all focused on beauty, fitness, health and wellness.

Mickey Harris Monster Garage: Internationally renowned airbrush artist Mickey Harris will custom paint a 2011 Harley-Davidson Street Glide, donated by Harley Davidson of Annapolis. Watch as he and Straight Line Autobody transform this Street Glide into a work of art!

Rams Head Ice Lodge: Headliner DJ Pauly D will entertain the crowd with a pre- and post-Plunge DJ set, and a variety of local acts will round out this full day of entertainment. With food and non-alcoholic beverages for sale in the tent and an assortment of vendors, it’s a can’t-miss spot on Plunge Day.

Chesapeake Bayhawks Arctic Lacrosse Zone: Because not all Plungers are polar bears, the Bayhawks teamed up with Plunge organizers to create a tent full of all-things lacrosse. With major national lacrosse brands represented, autograph signings by Bayhawks players, demos, and a presence by numerous youth lacrosse organizations, this zone is one-stop shopping for lacrosse players and fans.

Carnival FunFest: This popular festival tent is back for a 4th year, with a fantastic kids’ area, boardwalk-style carnival games, a variety of food vendors, crafters and other displays.

Pure Boardshop’s X-Games Tent: It’s X-Games on the Bay! Pure Boardship is helping to create an unforgettable experience in this brand-new Plunge venue, which includes Maryland’s best skate shops and their associated riders doing demos, the Banshee Bungee from Jackass 3D and awesome givewaways.

Admission to all PlungeFest activities is absolutely free to Plunge participants and spectators alike. Polar Express shuttle buses are also available at no cost, traveling to and from Sandy Point State Park from the Naval Academy Stadium, Anne Arundel Community College and Kent Island High School on the Eastern Shore. The day-long festival also includes fan favorites like the spirited costume contest, a live remote by 98 Rock, the early morning Plunge by talent from WBAL-TV11, 98 Rock and WBAL-AM, among others. Those wishing to participate in the Plunge can do so at either 1 p.m. or 3 p.m. and need only contribute $50 in pledges. For that donation, all participants will receive a commemorative event sweatshirt and photo gift. Online registration is available at plungemd.com. Anyone wishing for a more up-close and personal experience with either DJ Pauly D or Ravens QB Joe Flacco (or both) can consider the Ultimate VIP Package, which, for a $500 contribution earns the donor a Meet & Greet with Pauly D, and for $1,000 with both Pauly D and Flacco. The MSP Polar Bear Plunge has raised over $16 million for Special Olympics Maryland in its 14-year history, and nearly 60,000 people have braved the bitter waters of the Chesapeake Bay. This year marks the 15-year anniversary of this celebrated event, and organizers expect as many as 12,000 men, women and children to once again grin and “bear” it for the athletes of Special Olympics Maryland.

12th January, 2011 - Posted by Andrew - No Comments

PHAROS of FORM

Stylists from Robert Andrew participated in a hands-on training program with Heather Fritz from Sebastian on Monday September 20, 2010. Texture and volume were the keys to creating “Pharos of Form,” the latest collection from Sebastian International.

Several cuts were showcased from the collection. They included a mid –length “bob” inspired shape, as well as a longer look. Both shapes had volume, texture, and movement; reflecting the influence of all the latest looks in fashion for the fall.

The longer shape is cut dry after the hair has been shampooed and conditioned with Sebastian Volupt to add body and volume from the inside out. “cutting the hair dry allows the stylist to see how the hair is responding, as well as were to apply texture to enhance the overall results,” says Brian Washburn Artistic Director for Robert Andrew Salons and Spa.

The Pharos of Form from Sebastian offers several cuts with several styling options to give you multiple looks for any event or occasion this season!

30th September, 2010 - Posted by Andrew - No Comments

Free Personal Skin Analysis With Lydia Sarfati

On Wednesday, August 5,  Lydia Sarfati, internationally recognized skin care expert and President and Founder of Repêchage, will be on-hand at the Robert Andrew Express Facial Bar for free consultations. Known as “The Queen of Seaweed,” Ms. Sarfati has been quoted in Vogue, In Style, Glamour and the New York Times, and featured on CNN, CBS and FOX. Appointments can be booked for: Deep Moisture Repair Hydra Moisture Mask ($25), Eye Contour Treatment- ($25 -regularly priced at $45!) and Rejuvenating Seaweed Treatment Mask- $55

When: Wednesday Aug. 5

Time: 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Where: Robert Andrew Salon & Spa

RSVP: 410-721-3533 or 301-261-3844

PLUS- $25 credit redeemable toward the purchase of any three Repêchage products on the day of the event.

Ms. Sarfati is the creator of the world-renowned Four Layer Facial and has more than 30 years of experience as an esthestician, spa owner, manufacturer, consultant and is the author of Success at Your Fingertips: How to Succeed in the Skin Care Business.

For your convenience, please call to pre-book your consultation time.

3rd August, 2009 - Posted by Andrew - No Comments

Personalized Creative Design with Chris Baran

All of our stylists were recently inspired by spending the day with Chris Baran, Artistic Director and Educational Consultant with REDKEN 5th AVENUE NYC.  He has won many awards including Canadian Hairdresser of the Year and a North American Hair Styling Award (NAHA). His ability to translate the latest trends into usable looks for our guests is unequaled.

Our stylists were able to see the latest techniques that are used to achieve modern looks on many different textures of hair. The finished looks were supported by some exciting new products from REDKEN: Satin Wear 02 and Blown Away 09. The shine and heat protection from these two products gives great control and style memory to the hair.

Color can take any hairstyle to the next level. An exciting new technique called “Kryptonite” was used to enhance the shapes that were created earlier. This versatile placement of the highlights will work with many different shapes and textures. The star-like pattern can be enhanced with several “sparks” of color from underneath, to give it a more dramatic look.

Continuing education is just one way Robert Andrew ensures that you get the highest quality cuts and colors from our stylists!

29th July, 2009 - Posted by Andrew - 1 Comment

Treat Me Right

Being proactive with the health and condition of your hair can save you inches of suffering and hours of frustration.

First, you need to be using products that are formulated for your specific needs.

Is your hair color treated, dry, frizzy, fine or damaged? Seek out a shampoo for color-treated hair and a conditioner made to help smooth the cuticle (outer layer) of the hair.

Once a week, or every five shampoos, is a great time to treat yourself (and your hair) to an intensive at-home treatment.

Remember, you can get too much of a good thing. Using a treatment every time you shampoo, can lead to overload! Over moisturized hair looks and reacts like dry hair. Follow your stylist’s recommendations and don’t over do it.

Protect your color-treated hair from fading before it starts.

Color fades an average of about 26% in four to six weeks. Refuse to fade away! Just like your skin, your hair needs protection from damaging UV rays. Apply a sunscreen (they make them for hair now) and work through the hair. Remember to reapply after several hours. Once is NOT enough. Your daily shampoo should protect from chlorine and UV rays. Look for ingredients like tocopherol (vitamin E) and PABA free sunscreens.

Utilizing a color enhancing shampoo and conditioner once every third shampoo, can be your saving grace. Here’s the ticket – they can be custom blended at professional salons.  Ask us for more details!

This post was written by Brian, artistic director at iSalon.

13th July, 2009 - Posted by Andrew - No Comments

Robert Andrew Salon and Spa Customer Feedback

We love to hear from our clients!  For us, it’s all about creating an amazing experience each time our clients visit us.  Let us know how we’re doing and how we could make your time here with us even better! Leave a comment here, or contact us through our website if you have something to say about Robert Andrew.

Here’s what some of our clients have recently told us:

“I came in for a color correction.  It was great – this is the only salon that I will let touch my hair now.  Jeanine was very friendly and informed me of everything I was getting done and what I needed at my next appointment.  She is so amazing – thank you for fixing my hair!”
-Kaylin

“I drive one hour to come to Robert Andrew…thank you for such a beautiful and professionally run Salon.  I always recommend you to many people!”
-Joyce

“I had an excellent facial.  My face feels so clean and polished.  I have been seeing Melanie since 2004 – she is so sweet and professional and does such a wonderful job with her gentle hands.”

“Jen is, as always, a delight to be around as well as a terrific stylist.  She can read my mind and understands my shortcomings when it comes to styling my hair by myself.  Always a pleasure to be at Robert Andrew!”
-Nancy

9th June, 2009 - Posted by Andrew - No Comments

The Secret to Packing Light

Last weekend I went on a trip to visit some friends and the airline I flew with charged me for checking a bag!  Apparently this is becoming more and more common amongst the airlines, but seriously, how is a girl to survive on a carry-on alone!?  My shoes take up one bag by themselves!  So now when I travel I either have to cough up the extra $25 to check a bag or sacrifice fashion and pack less.

Then I discovered the secret to packing light – they’re called SwitchFlops. You can pack a week’s worth of shoe styles in the space it takes to pack one pair of shoes.  Pack one pair of SwitchFlops and bring as many of the interchangeable straps you want to match all your outfits (and if you’re truly addicted like me you’ll buy outfits to match some of the cute straps).  The idea is really quite ingenious.  There are several different styles of SwitchFlops including the traditional flip flop and a dressier kitten heel.  Both offer endless style possibilities with just a quick switch of the straps.

Robert Andrew has these shoes in their boutique so you can try them on and see all the different straps first hand.  It might make taking just a carry-on an option for my next trip!

5th June, 2009 - Posted by Andrew - No Comments