Bay Area Events
Releasing - the Health Edition of the Power Broker magazine
From: Monday, August 9, 2010 at 1:41PM
To: Friday, August 13, 2010 at 1:41PM
Contact: Gypsy Gallardo | phone: 727-420-2819 | email: kevmardan@msn.com | website: www.powerbrokermagazine.com
August 9th thru 13th – RELEASING – The Health Edition of the Power Broker magazine with feature articles ranging from controversial to insightful, and from celebratory to serious, including fun features like “How Jennifer Hudson Did It (Diet, Faith, Exercise & Focus)”, and eye-opening articles like “I’m HIV Positive & Here’s Why I Want Everyone to Know It (a Personal Perspective from one bay area leader). This issue covers the people and organizations making a difference! Click here for a 1-page preview; and click here for advertising rates.
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"Madea" Coming to Tampa Bay
Thursday, September 30, 2010 from 7:30PM to 10:30PM
Location: 4202 East Fowler Ave. in Tampa
Price: $55.00-$65.00
Contact: USF Sun Dome | website: www.gousfbulls.com
Madea has been cracking up audiences across the country ever since playwright and comedian Tyler Perry brought her to the stage. Now, see what madcap happenings occur when she presides over a family gathering. Click here to purchase tickets.
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Carlos Santana in Concert
Saturday, July 31, 2010 from 7:30PM to 10:30PM
Location: 1-800-Ask-Gary Amphitheatre , 4802 US 301 No. in Tampa
Price: $25.00
Contact: phone: 813-740-2446 | website: www.livenation.com
Come see the legendary Carlos Santana in concert with special guest Steve Winwood.
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Jannus Live’s Latin Concert series featuring Group Mania
Saturday, July 31, 2010 from 8:00PM to 11:00PM
Location: 16 2nd St. No. in St. Pete
Price: $22.00 advance/$25.00 day of show
Contact: Jannus Live | website: http://www.jannuslive.com/
The second show in Jannus Live’s Latin Concert series features one of the most energetic and charismatic groups of the last two decades: Puerto Rico’s aptly named Grupo Mania. The group dazzles audiences with slick choreography, vibrant singing and, of course, the rhythms: merengue, salsa, and even bits of R&B and hip-hop.
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13th Annual Celebrate Sinatra Party
From: Saturday, July 31, 2010 at 9:00PM
To: Sunday, August 1, 2010 at 1:00AM
Location: Ritz Ybor, 1503 E 7th Ave. in Tampa
Price: $50pp before 07/27/$60pp after 07/27
Contact: website: www.celebratesinatra.com
Enjoy complimentary signature V6 Vodka martinis during 1st hour, a cash bar, hord d'oeuvres by Bernini, a cigar bar, and valet parking. Black tie optional.
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13th Annual Celebrate Sinatra
From: Saturday, July 31, 2010 at 9:00PM
To: Sunday, August 1, 2010 at 1:00AM
Location: Ritz Ybor, 1503 East 7th Ave. in Tampa
Contact: phone: 813-251-0500 | email: ken@KenWalters.com
Join us for an evening that includes a Cash bar, passed hors d'oeuvres by Bernini and dancing to the great American standards performed by Joe Stagi's 13 piece full Big Band Orchestra and the vocal stylings of Tom Tiratto on the main stage. Lisa Casalino and Paul Phillips with the Latin Lovers will perform in the Copa Room. We will also have a cigar bar. A portion of the proceeds to benefit Tampa Latin Chamber. Make reservations here.
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The Chef's Lecture Series
From: Saturday, July 31, 2010 at 10:00PM
To: Sunday, August 1, 2010 at 12:00AM
Location: 10016 Cross Creek Blvd. in New Tampa
Price: $20.00
Contact: Urban Culinary Cuisine Cafe | Rose M. Saxton | phone: 813-994-3800 | email: UrbanJazzCafe@tampabay.rr.com | website: www.UrbanCulinaryCuisine.com
Join Executive Chef John Saxton at his "Chef's Lecture Series" as he takes you on a culinary journey as you explore "The Sensual Side of Foods" Learn to view foods from a totally sensual perspective.
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National Black Business Month (August 2010)
From: Sunday, August 1, 2010 at 6:00PM
To: Tuesday, August 31, 2010 at 6:00PM
Location: Nationally
Price: None
Contact: The Virtual Chamber of Commerce | James C. Robinson Jr. | phone: 727-637-5988 | email: jc@h-cm.net | website: http://www.thevirtualchamberofcommerce.com/
Go out and support Black Business. This is a great initiative and we have an opportunity in Florida to act as a collective unit. Let's raise awareness for black businesses in a time where unemployment is nearly 30%.
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Learn About Government from the Inside Out
Monday, August 2, 2010 from 12:00AM to 12:00AM
Contact: City of Clearwater | phone: 727-562-4681 | website: www.myclearwater.com
Applications are being accepted for the ninth annual Citizen's Academy, Clearwater 101, a ten-week program providing citizens with a hands-on learning experience about the people, equipment and infrastructure it takes to run Pinellas County's second-largest city. The program will be Tuesday evenings from 6 to 8:30P., September 7 to November 9 and is open to all Clearwater residents. Applications must be received no later than Aug. 2, 2010.
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National Night Out
Tuesday, August 3, 2010 from 6:00PM to 8:00PM
Location: Salvation Army Fellowship Hall, 3800 9th Ave. No. in St. Pete
Price: Free
Contact: Donna Law | phone: 727-459-8549 | email: lawholdingsinc1@yahoo.com
National Night Out is a yearly festival where neighbors reconnect with one another. We are giving crime and drugs a going away party in the neighborhood. Everyone is invited to join us at this event.
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Show Your Support for President Obama
Wednesday, August 4, 2010
Pull out your campaign shirts and any other items you have left from the campaign. On August 4, President Obama's birthday, we are asking all that support him to show your support by wearing your Obama shirt or at least a red, white, and blue ribbon or clothing.
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FMSDC's 27th Annual Business Opportunity Fair and Conference
From: Wednesday, August 4, 2010 at 9:00AM
To: Saturday, August 7, 2010 at 4:00PM
Location: Disney’s Contemporary Resort in Lake Buena Vista
Contact: phone: 407-404-6700 | email: willie@fmsdc.org | website: www.fmsdc.org
Millions of dollars in extraordinary business opportunities are expected to generate from the Florida Minority Supplier Development Council’s Business Opportunity Fair and Conference. The highlight of the event is FMSDC’s Trade Fair – the largest and most successful trade fair in the Southeast United States. This year’s Business Opportunity Fair and Conference will provide more than 1,000 attendees with networking opportunities, a business-to-business exchange, seminars, receptions an awards banquet and a golf tournament. Register online.
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14th Annual Nat'l Sales Network Conference & Career Fair
From: Wednesday, August 4, 2010 at 12:39PM
To: Saturday, August 7, 2010 at 12:39PM
Location: Hilton Bonnet Creek Resort in Orlando
Invest in Your Future And Reinvent Yourself. NSN is bringing together a wide variety of industry leaders to focus on real solutions for professional development and career success. Speakers will include Dr. Randal Pinkett, Carla Harris, Kaplan Mobray, Dr. Michele Callahan, Simon Bailey and Valorie Burton.
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American Idols Live Tour - Season 9
Wednesday, August 4, 2010 from 7:30PM to 10:30PM
Location: St. Pete Times Forum, 401 Channelside Dr. in Tampa
Contact: phone: 813-301-6500 | website: http://www.americanidol.com
The Top 10 finalists, including Bay Area's own Michael Lynche, will take the stage live in Tampa. Tickets are on sale now.
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DARE to be UNcommon Conference/Revival
Thursday, August 5, 2010 from 7:30PM to 9:30PM
Location: Shekinah Glory Church Of God In Christ, 223 South 78th St. in Tampa
Contact: Mrs. Michon Shaw | phone: 813-629-0112 | email: FirstLady@SGChurch.net | website: http://www.sgchurch.net/
Join us for the Dare to be UNcommon Conference/Revival with Evangelist, Dr. Karmen Gadsden. Toipics include "Money in the Real World" Education, Etiquette, and MORE!! Breakfast & Lunch School Supplies will be provided.
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FRCC Annual Convening
From: Friday, August 6, 2010
To: Saturday, August 7, 2010
Location: Sonesta Hotel, 60 S Ivanhoe Blvd. in Orlando
Price: $25.00, register by July 21
Florida Rights Restoration Coalition members, community grassroots organizations, service providers for formerly convicted persons, and people with past felony convictions are urged to attend this important meeting. We want to hear your voice as we develop a strategic advocacy plan for automatic civil rights restoration for all Florida citizens. Register here.
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Big Daddy Kane in Concert
Friday, August 6, 2010 from 7:00PM to 10:00PM
Location: Jannus Live, 16 2nd St. No. in St. Pete
Price: $15.00
Contact: phone: 727-896-2276 | website: http://www.jannuslive.com/
It’s time for another Old Skool First Friday. Jannus Live welcomes iconic rapper Big Daddy Kane. He’s widely regarded as one of the most influential and skilled MCs in rap history. Not only can BDK spit rhymes in rapid-fire fashion, but he’s an electrifying entertainer with an array of slick dance moves.
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Girls Just Wanna Have Fun Weekend
From: Friday, August 6, 2010 at 7:00PM
To: Saturday, August 7, 2010 at 11:00AM
Location: Hilton, 400 Mandalay Ave. in Clearwater Beach
Contact: Palm Harbor Chamber of Commerce | phone: 727-784-4287 | email: phcc@palmharborcc.org
Pamper Me Party, Fashion Show, and Breakfast! Experience fun, fantasy, surprises, and camaraderie with the Featured Door Prize of a 2-night stay at the Hilton Clearwater Beach! A portion of the proceeds benefit the Greater Palm Harbor Area Chamber of Commerce Foundation, Inc. which supports educational, community, and cultural programs.
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Seven x7 Prayer & Planning Meeting
Saturday, August 7, 2010 from 7:00AM to 9:00AM
Location: Mt. Zion Progressive MB Church, 955 20th St. So. in St. Pete
Contact: phone: 727-894-4311 vmb.807
Please join us for prayer and fellowship.
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Heart’s Breath 2010 Flute Extravaganza
Saturday, August 7, 2010 from 9:00AM to 4:00PM
Location: Weedon Island Preserve, 1800 Weedon Drive N.E. in St. Petersburg
Contact: Pinellas County | phone: 727-453-6500
Come to a fun-filled celebration at the Heart’s Breath 2010 Flute Extravaganza. This 7th annual celebration features the art and music of the Native American culture, sure to captivate visitors of all ages. Participate in a silent auction or shop for Native American-themed items and hand-made flutes. Learn the basics of indigenous flute playing.
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