Join the Dallas-Fort Worth Association of Black Journalists as we head north to discuss Radio’s "Rights of Potential Passage" Moderated by media, entertainment, and fashion icon Wendy Schofield Tuesday, March 2, 2010 6:30 pm Frisco ISD Career & Technical Education Center 9889 Wade Boulevard Frisco, Texas 75035 The Performance Rights Act (S. 379 / H.R. 848) has been voted out of House and Senate committees and is now cleared for a final vote in both congressional chambers. There has been much hype as well as misunderstanding of what passage of this bill would mean for radio stations and recording artists in our country. This media forum will bring legitimate voices to the discussion. Panelists invited include members of congress, record label representatives, radio station management personnel/music directors, and recording artists. We will begin with a meet-and-greet at 6:30 pm with the forum starting at 7:00 pm.
UNT’s Distinguished Lecture Series to present Cornel West, renown activist and scholar, Feb. 25
DENTON (UNT), Texas – Cornel West, University of Princeton professor and civil rights activitist, will speak at the University of North Texas as part of the university's Distinguished Lecture Series on Feb. 25 (Thursday).
The New York Times has praised West for his "ferocious moral vision." He burst onto the national scene in 1993 with his bestselling book, Race Matters, an analysis of racism in American democracy. Race Matters has sold more than half a million copies to date. West has published an additional 20 books, including his autobiography, Brother West: Living and Loving out Loud.
West will conduct an informal discussion with students from 5 to 6 p.m. His keynote address will be held from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the Auditorium Building, which is located at 1401 W. Hickory St. He will discuss social justice, activism and civil rights. Students can receive two free tickets with their student IDs; faculty, staff and non-UNT students can purchase tickets for $5; and, general admission tickets are $15.
Tickets for the event can be purchased from the information desk located on the third level of the University Union, which is located at 1155 Union Circle in Denton. The information desk can be reached at 940-565-3805 940-565-3805 .
The Distinguished Lecture Series brings world-class speakers to UNT several times throughout the year. Previous speakers include Suze Orman, Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., Bill Nye and Vicente Fox. For more information visit the Distinguished Lecture Series website or contact Hope Dewberry, director of special projects, at 940-565-4373 940-565-4373 or Hope.Dewberry@unt.edu.
The week comes to an early end full of expectation to what the weekend has in store. You have the desire to satisfy your particular social palette assisted by the tonal sounds you need. You wonder if it can even be achieved on a weekend such as this. You subscribe to the excitement, luxury and anonymity of the social scene denoted for its unspoken stature. You look for a place where the people are like yourself and share in you’re unstated sentiments. You’re the upwardly mobile socialite, the fashion forward urban aficionado… You are the ALL-STAR.
This year, Dallas’ premiere marketing/promotional company along with our friends from around the country, is proud to bring you an All-Star line up of events that are sure to satisfy every sensibility. Three of Dallas’s premiere promotional groups: 26-Stars, the Foundation and V’s Vibe Spot along with Washington DC promotional group, Wylie K and Friends, brings to you the events that strike the cords of maturity, substance, class and style.
Partake in the supreme experience… WHERE YOU ARE THE ONLY ALL-STAR WE NEED!
LINE UP OF EVENTS FRIDAY, 02.12.10 The ALL-STAR "A" List Event Hibashi 13465 Inwood Rd Dallas, TX 75244 with Torii Hunter, Darren McFadden, and Jermain Taylor. If you want me you can find me in the "A"......
VIEW WEB FLYER FOR THIS EVENT HERE http://www.vimeo.com/9012264 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ For The Love Of The Game w/OJ Mayo Chaucer's (West End) 2019 N. Lamar St. Dallas, TX with DJ SOBER (Dallas, Houston, Austin) and CASPER (Washington D.C.) Doors 9pm until 3am
VIEW WEB FLYER BY CLICKING LINK http://www.vimeo.com/9011636
+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Saturday, 02.13.10 Wylie K & Friends | The Foundation | V's Vibe Spot | 26ARK sponsored by KENICHI and I JUST GOT HIT dot COM present "BROWN SUGAR" ALL-STAR Weekend Celebrity DAY PARTY KENICHI 2400 Victory Park LN Dallas, TX (across the street from the W Hotel and American Airline Center) "When did you fall in love with hip-hop?" Join us for an unforgettable QUALITY DAY TIME event at KENICHI before the ALL STAR Weekend festivities at AAC .
VIEW WEB FLYER BY CLICKING THIS LINK http://www.vimeo.com/9010686
+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ THE PLANETS ALIGN with VENUS versus MARS w/LAZ ALONSO & DJ EQUE VICTORY TAVERN 2501 N. Houston St. (Next to The American Airline Arena)
This event is HOSTED by ACTOR Laz Alonso (Avatar, Stomp The Yard, Fast and Furious) and Dj EQue (Houston, LA, NYC) DJ to the QUEEN of Hip-Hop.
VIEW WEB FLYER BY CLICKING LINK http://www.vimeo.com/8955524
What happens when koffee and kompany meet tall dark and handsome? A one night stand with Lamman Rucker of "Why Did I Get Married", the hit TV show "Meet The Browns" and the highly anticipated sequel ""Why Did I Get Married, Too"
Join Koffe Day Spa, Lammand and his friends for the soft launch of his natural beauty line inspired skin care line FORPLAI and partnership with koffee and kompany. Be the the first Lamman's exlusive line. Custom gift-wrapping available.
General Public shopping hours ONLY 3:30pm-6:00pm $25 gift bag available for pre-registered shoppers.
VIP shop til you drop with Lamman ($175) 6:30pm-8:00pm(closed to the public)
8:30pm-Until(closed to the public) Private nightcap w/Lamman Rucker (celebrities only)
In 2009 I found myself loving my city in ways I didn't think possible. There are so many great people here who are reaching out to meet each other and do great things. 2010 is starting out the same way. Due to the tragic circumstances in Haiti a group of us have pledged to assist with events and fundraisers to keep awareness in the forefront about the needs of the people there. Today its being kicked off with a donation drive in Arlington today that is being spearheaded by SpotLight's Urban Magazine and my twitter friend Tanijoy. Other upcoming events can be found on my blog and the facebook page Love To Haiti. 100% of all donations will be given to Yele.org which is headed by Haitian native son Wyclef Jean.
Today: Arlington Haiti Donation Drive SpotLight's Urban Magazine will have a Clothing Drive for Haiti TODAY from 12 to 4pm at 2215 S. Cooper Street at the Party City parking lot on the corner of Cooper and Pioneer in Arlington, TX
01.18 Power To The People @ Kush 01.23 IConscious Poetry Open MIC and Showcase @ Texas Caribbean Foods 01.29 Hip Hop For Haiti @ House of Blues 02.05 Happy Hour 4 Haiti @ Zubar sponsored by the Brown Sugar Collective
Organizations collaborating on events are V's Vibe Spot, People's Lunch Counter, The Marcus Graham Project, The Foundation, 26Ark and a host of others.
FRIDAY, JANUARY 8th We invite you to take a step up...
THE ECHELON BEAUTIFUL BLISS
An evening of Class, Style, & Substance.
AM/PM LOUNGE (MOSIAC LOFTS BLDG) 300 North Akard Street Dallas, TX 75201 (214) 969-5550
Doors @ 9pm
The week comes to an end & you want the perfect spot to reconnect with friends, exchange, & enjoy the beautiful sights of the city accompanied by sexy sounds to escape the daily conundrums of the 9 to 5 life while being in the company of fashionable professionals.
You are the upwardly mobile, forward thinker, urban dweller, the good life aficionado...you walk at the level of The Upper Echelon.
Friday, JANUARY 8 @ AM/PM Lounge is your destination.
PARTAKE OF:: A SUPREME EVENING | 9pm – 2am |
THE MUSICAL CONDUCTOR DJ JAY*CLIPP provides a soundtrack of sexy sounds and choice music.
DRESS CODE: Your attire should be synonymous w/classy, stylish, & sexy.
(No overly baggy clothing, hoodies, sneakers or fitted caps.) ||DRESS CODE ENFORCED||
Singer, songwriter & producer Geno Young performs at the Dallas premiere of "Still Bill" the movie. Geno is currently working on his sophomore album "Ear Hustlin’" to be released early 2010.
Come out and support Women Called Moses Coalition & Outreach Inc. fundraiser to assist families of domestic violence by sharing a night of music with the viewing of “Still Bill The Movie” . In addition to the music there will be the opportunity to give back by making monetary donation to assist this group(WCM) of dynamic people in their support of helping people in need in our Dallas/Ft. Worth community. WCM will have staff on site with information about their organization and services. WCM was recently featured on Essence.com during it’s Domestic Violence Month (Oct). Please visit www.womencalledmoses.org for more information or to make a donation if you are unable to attend this event. We will also have a special guest performing some the hits of Bill Withers prior to the screening so make sure you get there early so you can make your donation, secure a seat and enjoy an incredible performance.
You know the Music. Now meet the Man. STILL BILL is an intimate portrait of soul legend Bill Withers, best known for his classics “Ain’t No Sunshine,” “Lean On Me,” “Lovely Day,” “Grandma’s Hands,” and “Just the Two of Us.” With his soulful delivery and warm, heartfelt sincerity, Withers has written the songs that have – and always will – resonate deeply within the fabric of our times.
Still Bill Dallas Screening 12.03.09 Date: December 3, 2009 Time: 7:00 PM Venue: Studio Movie Grill Location: 11170 N. Central Expressway Dallas, TX, 75243 Ticket Price: free
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