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The new flamingo that was introduced is made of [[fiberglass]]<ref>http://www.csmonitor.com/layout/set/text/World/Global-News/2009/1127/baltimore-at-city-hall-this-fall-talk-was-of-flamingogate</ref>. Dixon was present at is unveiling<ref>http://www.calendarlive.com/bal-md.ci.cityhall20nov20,0,6709760.story</ref>. |
The new flamingo that was introduced is made of [[fiberglass]]<ref>http://www.csmonitor.com/layout/set/text/World/Global-News/2009/1127/baltimore-at-city-hall-this-fall-talk-was-of-flamingogate</ref>. Dixon was present at is unveiling<ref>http://www.calendarlive.com/bal-md.ci.cityhall20nov20,0,6709760.story</ref>. |
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Denise Whiting owner of Cafe Hon trademarked Hon in reference to her merchandise and the use of Hon in advertising in reference to a baltimore Hon, She did this to protect her business from being exploited by those who are out to try and make money and don't actually appreciate what Hon means. Hon furniture company trademarked the term Hon in reference to furniture. The only thing trademarking does is prevents other companies from using Hon in their advertising and prevents people from producing "hon merchandise" without permission from Denise. This does not mean she is making money as she has every right to give an artist or company permission and not ask for compensation of any kind. There are currently several companies and artists that use hon with Denise's permission and she does not charge any royalties. Also the story, that claimed that Denise charged a non profit organization $25 to use Hon, is false. She did not personally charge the non profit she simply asked them to donate $25 to a charity that she supports. Denise Whiting made no personal gain from this transaction. |
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Revision as of 22:45, 15 December 2010
| Cafe Hon | |
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 Cafe Hon, with the semi-legal flamingo | |
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| Restaurant information | |
| Established | 1992 |
| Owner(s) | Denise Whiting |
| Street address | 1002 West 36th Street |
| City | Baltimore |
| State | Maryland |
| Postal/ZIP Code | 21211-2415 |
| Country | United States |
| Website | http://www.cafehon.com/ |
Cafe Hon is a restaurant in the Hampden area of Baltimore, Maryland. The establishment is well-known for a large flamingo sculpture that rests on the fire escape of the building above the location from where it operates[1]
The cafe is also the site of an annual HonFest every June featuring a Baltimorese contest[2].
History
Cafe Hon opened in 1992 by Denise Whiting. One year later, it won the "Baltimore's Best Hon" Award[3].
In 2002, the iconic flamingo sculpture was introduced above the restaurant[4]. The original flamingo was made of wire and cloth[5].
Following the Sheila Dixon trial, Elaine Pollack, known as "Juror no. 11" during the trial, came under fire as it was later learned that she was present during the unveiling of the second flamingo along with Dixon[6][7]. This was one of Dixon's last public appearances before her resignation[8].
Controversies
Flamingo
In October 2009, the city of Baltimore announced the Cafe Hon had to either get a permit for the flamingo at a cost of $1300 for the first year and $800 each year thereafter or to take it down[9]. The issue was that the flamingo protruded into the public right-of-way[10]. The bird was temporarily removed while this case was being disputed.
Whiting stated that the flamingo was "hibernating" during its time of absence, and was determined to fight the city[11]. During this time, many citizens of Baltimore protested the city's decision to order the flamingo removed. Whiting and the city finally reached an agreement, in which the permit fee would be at least $400 a year[12], and the flamingo returned[13]
The new flamingo that was introduced is made of fiberglass[14]. Dixon was present at is unveiling[15].
Denise Whiting owner of Cafe Hon trademarked Hon in reference to her merchandise and the use of Hon in advertising in reference to a baltimore Hon, She did this to protect her business from being exploited by those who are out to try and make money and don't actually appreciate what Hon means. Hon furniture company trademarked the term Hon in reference to furniture. The only thing trademarking does is prevents other companies from using Hon in their advertising and prevents people from producing "hon merchandise" without permission from Denise. This does not mean she is making money as she has every right to give an artist or company permission and not ask for compensation of any kind. There are currently several companies and artists that use hon with Denise's permission and she does not charge any royalties. Also the story, that claimed that Denise charged a non profit organization $25 to use Hon, is false. She did not personally charge the non profit she simply asked them to donate $25 to a charity that she supports. Denise Whiting made no personal gain from this transaction.
External links
References
- ^ http://www.sfexaminer.com/local/ap/large-pink-flamingo-returns-to-baltimore-nest-66418837.html
- ^ http://books.google.com/books?id=SsMUCl5j8X4C&pg=PA51&dq=%22cafe+hon%22&lr=&as_brr=3&ie=ISO-8859-1&output=html&cd=13
- ^ http://www.nytimes.com/1998/06/10/us/baltimore-journal-as-city-buffs-its-image-it-keeps-a-place-for-hons.html?pagewanted=1
- ^ http://www.upi.com/Odd_News/2009/10/13/UPI-NewsTrack-Quirks-in-the-News/UPI-58071255469146/
- ^ http://wbal.com/apps/news/templates/story.aspx?articleid=38086&zoneid=2
- ^ http://www.latimes.com/news/health/bal-md.vozzella02dec02,2,6651486.story
- ^ http://www.calendarlive.com/bal-md.vozzella02dec02,0,6147395.story
- ^ http://articles.baltimoresun.com/2010-01-07/news/bal-md.quotes07jan07_1_dixon-aide-sheila-dixon-mayor
- ^ http://wjz.com/local/cafe.hon.flamingo.2.1244674.html
- ^ http://www.usatoday.com/NEWS/usaedition/2009-10-28-states28_ST_U.htm
- ^ http://wbal.com/apps/news/templates/story.aspx?articleid=38086&zoneid=2
- ^ http://www.usatoday.com/NEWS/usaedition/2009-10-28-states28_ST_U.htm
- ^ http://wbal.com/apps/news/templates/story.aspx?articleid=38512&zoneid=3
- ^ http://www.csmonitor.com/layout/set/text/World/Global-News/2009/1127/baltimore-at-city-hall-this-fall-talk-was-of-flamingogate
- ^ http://www.calendarlive.com/bal-md.ci.cityhall20nov20,0,6709760.story