Celebrations and honors were what this week entailed for me. I started the week off at the Mixtape Comedy Show where The Mama Luke Foundation, led by Hip Hop Pioneer Kangol Kid, teamed up with host Royale Watkins for a show dedicated to support the awareness of Breast Cancer. It was really great to see all the supporters in the building in addition to special guest who came through such as Bowlegged Lou, Tony Rock, and Grandmaster Dee of Whodini. The show was for a purpose and as a bonus a portion of the proceeds from the nights show will be donated to the American Cancer Society.
Category Archives: Entertainment
Celebrating the Sista Within!
There was no better way I could have spent the day than to end Women’s History month by Celebrating the Sista Within at the 5th Annual Sista 2 Sista Youth Summit, Saturday, March 31, 2012 at the St. Francis College in Brooklyn, NY. An empowering filled day of celebrations included engaging workshops, reflective activities which addressed issues that are faced in the lives of youth, and uplifting live entertainment helped make this event a memorable one that will leave a mark in the young girl attendees lives and give them new light as enter the real world!
Leading Ladies with Inspired in New York
Women’s History month is a great time to reflect and honor women who are making their mark in society.While women are continually shattering glass ceiling, it’s always great to have a celebration which honors their contributions in society. On Tuesday, March 13, 2102 Inspired in New York held their Honoree series at Tian at the Riverside in Harlem, New York.
Fashion Frenzy in the City!
Fashion Week has come and gone, but here’s what I captured from it all! On February 11, 2012 Iman Cosmetics gave an informative evening of consultations and conversations with the theme An Iconic Beauty in Every Era at the Hue-Man Bookstore in Harlem, NY. Iman Cosmetics industry experts, Byron Barnes, Make-up Artist to the stars, along with Desiree Reid, General Manager, talked about the evolution of beauty, the Iman product line, and educated the guest on the importance of keeping your skin up to par. Luckily, others can get this invaluable information through Iman’s book entitled, The Beauty of Color: The Ultimate Beauty Guide for Skin of Color. Read the rest of this entry
Stage for Debate: Steve Stoute & William C. Rhoden with Danyel Smith
What better way to kick off Black History Month than to celebrate the progression of Black culture by attending the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture in Harlem, NY for their Inaugural Stage for Debate series where authors Steve Stoute and William C. Rhoden discussed whether or not culture and sports are in a “post-black” moment. Moderated by Danyel Smith, Editor of Billboard magazine, culture critic, and sports enthusiast, this debate opened the minds of the audience to evaluate the progression of Black culture.
A One on One Conversation with Royale Watkins
Listen to my latest adventure as I have a one on one conversation with the talented writer, actor, and comedian Mr. Royale Watkins! Royale gives his story about his career as a stand up comedian and tells of his latest venture as cofounder of the Mixtape Comedy Show where Anthony Anderson and himself host the show every 3rd Sunday in New York City at the Gotham Comedy Club. Read the rest of this entry
A Red Carpet Affair
Lights, camera, action was the theme for this star-studded week! On Monday, December 12, supermodel Beverly Johnson launched her new lifestyle brand at the Millesime- The Carlton Hotel in New York City. Of course a launch party “Super Model” style would not be complete without a surprise fashion show in the mix displaying Ms. Johnson’s brand!
Holiday Pop-up: Give
What better way to beat the holiday crowd than to shop, donate, and mingle with women leaders in the community by attending a Holiday Pop-up in Manhattan. Michelle O Brunch, an organization which celebrates the success of women leaders in the African American community while creating a space for these individuals to continue to connect, empower, and learn from one another, hosted their 2nd Annual Holiday Pop-up: Give this Saturday at the SalonEco at Green Spaces in New York. Read the rest of this entry
Jawn Murray Presents: UNTAPPED
Entertainment Pundit Jawn Murray and EMI Gospel joined efforts to release Jawn Murray Presents: UNTAPPED. The compilation features skyward lauds from 10 chosen gospel artists who were selected from a judging criteria set by EMI Gospel based on feedback from Murray along with celebrity judges including Dr. Bobby Jones (Bobby Jones Gospel), singer and TV talent Lexi, Grammy/Stellar nominee Vashawn Mitchell, and radio host Gerard Bonner (Bonnerfide Radio).
Adventures of All That JAZZ 
