noreply@blogger.com (Candy Samples)Thu, 24 Oct 2024 04:54:02 -0700Blogger http://www.blogger.com84125http://samplemycandy.blogspot.com/en-usyesThe Queen from Astoria, Queens, Candy Samples talks about music, politics and her favorite recipes in this podcast.The Queen from Astoria, Queens, Candy Samples talks about music, politics and her favorite recipes in this podcast.Candy Samplescandy@samplemycandy.comCandy Sampleshttp://samplemycandy.blogspot.com/2012/11/green-bean-casserole-official-samples.htmlSat, 17 Nov 2012 08:21:00 -0800tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-495612694164508815.post-150315176387908802It's that time of year again and Tony, one of The Candy Show listeners asked if I would post my famous Green Bean Casserole recipe so you may all enjoy! This is a double recipe, so feel free to cut in half for a smaller crowd. Happy Thanksgiving, y'all! xoxo, CS Green Bean CasseroleServes 10-122 16-20oz bags frozen green beans thawed2 cans Cream of Mushroom Soup1 – 2 teaspoons 0candy@samplemycandy.com (Candy Samples)http://samplemycandy.blogspot.com/2012/08/episode-25-c-j-camp-startlight.htmlThu, 23 Aug 2012 02:32:00 -0700tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-495612694164508815.post-1653263457681597869Y'all, C-J. joined me on Monday to tape a very special podcast.  We talk about Camp Starlight, a camp for young people affected by HIV/AIDS and Mr. C-J. is going there for his 4th year to be a camp counselor. There's a quick and easy way to help Camp Starlight. Donate to Camp Starlight's team page for the Portland AIDS Walk.  Money the team raises goes directly to camp for next year. 0candy@samplemycandy.com (Candy Samples)http://samplemycandy.blogspot.com/2012/07/coming-soon.htmlMon, 23 Jul 2012 16:39:00 -0700tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-495612694164508815.post-5606892907441388384 Y'all are gonna eat this up! Coming August 3 to iTunes and Amazon!0candy@samplemycandy.com (Candy Samples)http://samplemycandy.blogspot.com/2012/07/have-you-made-your-reservations.htmlMon, 23 Jul 2012 16:38:00 -0700tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-495612694164508815.post-2446134725734052125 Y'all come on down to The Duplex for two fun-filled evenings! Call 212 255-5438 for reservations! xoxo,Candy 0candy@samplemycandy.com (Candy Samples)http://samplemycandy.blogspot.com/2012/07/camp-starlight-needs-you.htmlTue, 17 Jul 2012 19:10:00 -0700tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-495612694164508815.post-4645962199295654068Camp Starlight, in Portland, OR has always counted on CandyWrappers for donations to their summer camp for children affected by HIV/AIDS.  I got their most recent list of supplies, and thought I would let y'all know what they still need! Get out your Oriental Trading catalogs...Costco cards...Amazon Free Shipping accounts and go to town! I'll find out where folks can send donation do 0candy@samplemycandy.com (Candy Samples)http://samplemycandy.blogspot.com/2012/07/sweet-taste-of-candy-new-show.htmlFri, 6 Jul 2012 10:42:00 -0700tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-495612694164508815.post-2050180514294525956Folks, The Duplex has been booked for TWO NIGHTS for my new show and release party for the brand new single, "Bear Season", hitting iTunes and Amazon on August 3!  Y'all come on down to The Duplex Cabaret Theatre in the heart of Greenwich Village on August 3 & August 10 @ 7PM for a fun evening of song.  Jesse Sklar will join me on guitar! xoxo, Candy For reservations, click below0candy@samplemycandy.com (Candy Samples)http://samplemycandy.blogspot.com/2012/07/candy-show-season-6-episode-21.htmlFri, 6 Jul 2012 10:38:00 -0700tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-495612694164508815.post-7854246276741888990Y'all, Brian Maschka joins me for a discussion about his new project, as Artistic Director for The Fresh Fruit Festival, running July 14 - 29 in NYC!  Y'all come check it out! The Fresh Fruit Festival (link to homepage)0candy@samplemycandy.com (Candy Samples)http://samplemycandy.blogspot.com/2012/06/pride-on-broadway-new-yorks-finest-drag.htmlThu, 21 Jun 2012 09:48:00 -0700tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-495612694164508815.post-5842196708170935349 Pride On Broadway: New York's Finest Drag Queens Hosted by Va Gina Velvet Come see New York's fiercest and fab-est drag queens as they put their own unique spin on showtunes. Have a drink and get your Pride on! Song Stylings from The Groove Factory Headline Performance by Candy Samples Y'all, it's Pride Weekend in NYC!  Come check out this free show put on by The New York 0candy@samplemycandy.com (Candy Samples)http://samplemycandy.blogspot.com/2012/03/join-candy-for-aids-walk-may-20-2012.htmlFri, 23 Mar 2012 09:50:00 -0700tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-495612694164508815.post-9215305638076073998Y'all, I need every one of you fabulous listeners to help me raise some cash for GMHC as I prepare to walk in the 2012 AIDS Walk.I also would love to see some of your smiling faces walk with my CandyWrappers team!Click HERE to make a donation or to register to be a part of the team!Keep using your "Powers For Good" and let's make a difference in this world we live in.Hugs and Hershey Kisses,Candy0candy@samplemycandy.com (Candy Samples)http://samplemycandy.blogspot.com/2012/03/my-friend-melissa-is-using-her-powers.htmlWed, 14 Mar 2012 17:03:00 -0700tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-495612694164508815.post-7010898423953903394My friend Melissa is taking part in the walk for Multiple Sclerosis, in honor of her mother, who has been battling this for many years.Won't you join me in supporting Melissa, a big Candy fan, to help raise money to fight this disease? The walk will take place on Sunday, April 29. Congrats, Melissa and keep using your Powers For Good!Melissa's SiteHugs and Hershey Kisses,Candy0candy@samplemycandy.com (Candy Samples)http://samplemycandy.blogspot.com/2012/02/candy-show-season-6-episode-6.htmlMon, 27 Feb 2012 15:56:00 -0800tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-495612694164508815.post-5793220039352128840The amazing Ian Horst joined me for a fascinating discussion on the Occupy movement. Ian is also a top notch blogger and y'all should check his blog out -- The Cahokian.We all have the power to make a difference!Hugs and Hershey Kisses,Candy0candy@samplemycandy.com (Candy Samples)http://samplemycandy.blogspot.com/2011/11/got-talent-grand-finale-on-tuesday.htmlSun, 27 Nov 2011 08:29:00 -0800tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-495612694164508815.post-5800578051205285424Hello Darlings!I hope everyone has recovered from their Thanksgiving holiday! I had a fabulous time and now it's time to gear up for QSAC's Got Talent Finale, Tuesday, November 29 @ 7PM at The Midtown Theatre in Times Square.For NYC audiences --- go to www.qsac.com/talent to purchase tickets online. Candy fans can use the discount code CANDY for 1/2 off tickets!For those of you who aren't in 0candy@samplemycandy.com (Candy Samples)http://samplemycandy.blogspot.com/2011/11/episode-16-weve-partied-now-we-help-our.htmlThu, 10 Nov 2011 16:09:00 -0800tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-495612694164508815.post-6766933777604655531Darlings,What a wonderful birthday weekend with my pals Drew & Billy and my new friends Rudy and Tanqueray (aka Smokey Eyes, aka Tangerine, aka Tangela --- Jump! Jump!) --- fantabulous NYC celebration with cake by Kyndell Johnson, Halloween and Alan's birthday dinner to wrap up the two week extravaganza!Now on to business! Your girl Candy is in the semi-finals for QSAC's Got Talent 2. 0candy@samplemycandy.com (Candy Samples)http://samplemycandy.blogspot.com/2011/10/qsac-got-talent-semi-finals-pre-voting.htmlFri, 21 Oct 2011 06:00:00 -0700tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-495612694164508815.post-7028720766287803447Hello My Darlings,I have made it to the Semi-Finals in QSAC’s “Got Talent”! I’m super-excited to be a part of this talent contest/fundraiser for such a well-deserving non-profit.For those of you that don’t know, QSAC provides services for people with autism in the NYC and Long Island areas. Some of their services include a preschool, day school, day habilitation, in-home services, group homes 0candy@samplemycandy.com (Candy Samples)http://samplemycandy.blogspot.com/2011/10/vote-for-candy-in-got-talent.htmlFri, 7 Oct 2011 09:34:00 -0700tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-495612694164508815.post-6857379105313070254QSAC’s “Got Talent” 2011 FundraiserA vote for Candy is a vote for QSAC!Quarterfinals – 10/11/11PRELIMINARY AUDITIONS: YouTube links will be reviewed by a committee of industry professionals. The acts selected to move forward to the live auditions will be based on their talent, ability, look, style.QUARTERFINALS: The quarterfinals will be broken down into three Tuesday nights (10/11/11, 10/25/11, 0candy@samplemycandy.com (Candy Samples)http://samplemycandy.blogspot.com/2011/07/episode-10-camp-starlight.htmlSat, 30 Jul 2011 08:26:00 -0700tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-495612694164508815.post-4123231466831794254Episode 10 of The Candy Show is up on iTunes. It's a free download and I really want y'all to take note of this episode! :-)C-J., a huge Candy supporter, spends his time each summer volunteering at Camp Starlight in Portland, OR, helping children affected by HIV/AIDS. They need your support! The camp runs on donations and here's a list of things they need to make it a success this summer:• Tie0candy@samplemycandy.com (Candy Samples)http://samplemycandy.blogspot.com/2011/06/penny-mclean-lady-bump-1975.htmlFri, 17 Jun 2011 13:10:00 -0700tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-495612694164508815.post-2810591346205687149Suggested YouTube viewing from Episode 7! Enjoy!0candy@samplemycandy.com (Candy Samples)http://samplemycandy.blogspot.com/2011/06/candy-show-season-5-episode-7.htmlFri, 17 Jun 2011 13:06:00 -0700tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-495612694164508815.post-756551521504551739This episode of The Candy Show featured our listener, Jesse P. and his efforts to raise money for Saddle Up LA. I hope you will consider giving a donation on his behalf!Saddle Up LA – An AIDS horseback Trail Ride and Country BBQ to to be held on Saturday, July 9, 2011 in the Majestic Griffith Park Mountains (Los Angeles). Benefits The Life Group LA. www.thelifegroupla.org/ This is their 6th 0candy@samplemycandy.com (Candy Samples)http://samplemycandy.blogspot.com/2011/04/use-your-powers-for-good.htmlTue, 12 Apr 2011 09:40:00 -0700tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-495612694164508815.post-559023527252912605Hello All:I've been absent in my blogging, but wanted to remind you to use your powers for good and help me raise money for a well-deserving organization, QSAC (Quality Services for the Autism Community).They provide services for children, adults and families dealing with autism. This weekend is their annual 5-K walk/run, and I've got a special link for you to donate to their cause!If I can get 50candy@samplemycandy.com (Candy Samples)http://samplemycandy.blogspot.com/2010/07/candy-is-back-and-needs-your-help.htmlWed, 14 Jul 2010 18:14:00 -0700tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-495612694164508815.post-4532775414476598015Hey Y'all,Sorry for the not blogging more, but it's been one hell of a year! My last post was about Camp Starlight, and my pals there in Portland still need your help. Check out my Facebook page or just drop them a quick donation in the mail. Checks should be made out to CAP (Cascade AIDS Project), 208 SW Fifth Ave., Ste. 800, Portland, OR 97204I challenge 20 folks to make a donation of just $0candy@samplemycandy.com (Candy Samples)http://samplemycandy.blogspot.com/2010/03/episode-3-camp-starlight-feature.htmlFri, 5 Mar 2010 05:37:00 -0800tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-495612694164508815.post-264402891120173841Y'all,I am so happy to announce that Episode 3 of The Candy Show is up on iTunes! Y'all really should check out this podcast. My dear friend C-J. joins me to talk about his experience working as a volunteer councelor for Camp Starlight, a camp for young people affected by HIV/AIDS. This Portland-based camp provides services free of charge for all campers and it's an amazing experience for the 0candy@samplemycandy.com (Candy Samples)http://samplemycandy.blogspot.com/2010/02/candy-show-season-4.htmlThu, 25 Feb 2010 07:58:00 -0800tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-495612694164508815.post-8250987885850175143Folks, Candyland Studios is hoppin' right now! I'm proud to announce that The Candy Show is in its 4th fabulous season. We've just released episode 2, with Alan Parker giving his special Fashion Week edition of Alan-Style. Fashion, RuPaul's Drag Race and some Gary Busey updates...what more does a girl on the go need?!Subscribe on iTunes! It's FREE!!!!Hugs and Hershey Kisses to you all!!!!Candy0candy@samplemycandy.com (Candy Samples)http://samplemycandy.blogspot.com/2010/02/its-purim-yall.htmlThu, 25 Feb 2010 07:48:00 -0800tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-495612694164508815.post-7009949815790688078NEW YORK - Folies-Esthere, the annual downtown Purim costume extravaganza featuring seduction, sedition, scandal and celebration returns on February 27 for one night at 272 W. 10th Street in New York City.Dress in costume and join King Ahasuerus and Queen Vashti (played by Candy Samples) for a dissolute evening at the Royal Palace, navigate Haman's treachery and the Vashti Vixens, and enjoy music1candy@samplemycandy.com (Candy Samples)http://samplemycandy.blogspot.com/2009/06/back-in-business.htmlFri, 26 Jun 2009 11:30:00 -0700tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-495612694164508815.post-4292589809883394619Hello My Sweets,I've been away from the blog, but I just want to say thanks for tuning in to The Candy Show, Season 3. I've had to take a little time off earlier this year, but I want y'all to know Candy is back in business.I'm proud to announce that I've joined the Thursday night company of fabulous gals at Lavish Lounge. Host Mimi Imfurst and the girls have all been wonderful, and I look 0candy@samplemycandy.com (Candy Samples)http://samplemycandy.blogspot.com/2009/02/season-3-of-candy-show.htmlTue, 24 Feb 2009 06:25:00 -0800tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-495612694164508815.post-3277911225026498785Y'all, I've just uploaded the Season 3 premiere of The Candy Show to iTunes! Y'all check it out. For those who haven't subscribed, check this afternoon on iTunes. And if you haven't subscribed, you should!Join me this week for an Oscar fashion re-cap with the wildly talented Alan Parker.Y'all be sweet,Candy1candy@samplemycandy.com (Candy Samples)