BuzzOn: Ethnic Party Supplies
May 30, 2008
The Afro Party House strives to boost the self esteem of African American children by offering characters with which they can identify.
The Afro Party House introduced a new line of party supplies exclusively for the Afrocentric consumer. “The vibrant designs offered on our products are a reflection of our rich African American heritage,” says Michelle Baptiste, President and Founder of The Afro Party House.
Video: Student Teacher Brawl Atlanta
May 30, 2008
Nearing the end of school, its expected fights may break out. But what happens when its between a teacher and a student. Atlanta shocked over student teach brawl.
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J.L. King Release “Top 10 Signs of “Down Low” Behavior and More
May 30, 2008
ON THE ‘DOWN LOW’ AUTHOR RELEASES SEQUEL DVD: THE TOP 10 SIGNS OF ‘DOWN LOW’ BEHAVIOR AND MORE…
Atlanta, GA – J.L. King, New York Times best selling author of On the Down Low: A Journey into the Lives of ‘Straight’ Black Men Who Sleep with Men releases the sequel DVD, The Top 10 Signs of ‘Down Low’ Behavior and More…. The DVD not only provides answers to that never ending question, “What are the signs of a man on the Down Low?” — it also provides practical information on how women, and men can make better decisions about sex, relationships, and HIV/AIDS awareness in our communities.
American Airlines Collaborates with Michael Baisden to Highlight African American Professionals
May 30, 2008
Each month, host Michael Baisden will interview guests selected by American Airlines for their outstanding achievements
Fort Worth, TX – American Airlines today begins a new series of radio profiles of successful African-American business people. Called, “American Airlines Living Your Dream,” the series is a collaboration with The Michael Baisden Show, which airs weekdays from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. EDT on the ABC Radio Network.
Angie Stone to Headline SOPAC’s Annual Spring Benefit Gala
May 30, 2008
ANNUAL SPRING BENEFIT GALA, A NIGHT OF VINTAGE SOUL, AT SOPAC ON JUNE 7 FEATURING ANGIE STONE, PHOEBE SNOW AND RYAN SHAW
South Orange, NJ – For its annual spring fundraiser gala, SOPAC (South Orange Performing Arts Center) will host a spectacular event on June 7 featuring three incredible artists who are each part of a vintage soul revival. Whereas last year SOPAC toasted jazz and the legendary Nancy Wilson, this year SOPAC salutes American soul music with Angie Stone, Phoebe Snow and Ryan Shaw, all Grammy Award-recognized artists. A.J. Calloway, a host of the long-running entertainment program, “Extra,” and a member of SOPAC’s Board of Advisors, will emcee the grand event.
Linking to movies leads to $4 million in fines
May 30, 2008
Even though every movie ever made is available online for free, better not link to it. Two more sites have been fined some $4 million for enabling copyright infringement by linking to illegal movies and TV shows. The MPAA hails the judgments as a victory, even if the sites weren’t hosting the copyrighted material themselves.
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Beverly Hills Cop 4 is a Go! But Brett Ratner is Directing!
May 30, 2008
Oh god, why movie gods, why? On the heels of the successful revival of the Indiana Jones franchise, Paramount has set in motion a fourth installment of Beverly Hills Cop, with Eddie Murphy on board to once again portray Axel Foley, reports Variety. Brett Ratner (Rush Hour, X-Men: The Last Stand) is in negotiations to direct
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Clinton Claims to Lead in “Every Poll”
May 30, 2008
Hillary casts wide net of exaggeration…BILLINGS, MONT. — During an evening rally in Montana’s largest city Tuesday night, Hillary Clinton explained to the crowd why she should be the Democratic Party’s nominee, but what ensued was a list of overstatements and exaggerations as she made her case. “You have to ask yourself, who is the stronger candidate? And based on every analysis, of every bit of research and every poll that has been taken and every state that a Democrat has to win, I am the stronger candidate against John McCain in the fall,” she said.
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Rupert Murdoch Says Obama Will Win..Almost Endorses
May 30, 2008
Carlsbad, CA — At the “All Things Digital” conference sponsored by the Wall Street Journal. Rupert Murdoch — Chairman of News Corp, new WSJ owner, and longtime torchbearer for conservative politics — said this about Barack Obama: “He is a rock star. I love what he is saying about education. I think he will win and I am anxious to meet him.”
MeetUp: Living Atlanta Style at Stone Mountain Park Family Soul Fest
May 30, 2008
Don’t Stay In ~~ Go Out with Friends and Start
Living Atlanta Style
We will join KISS 104.1 where you’ll enjoy a day of family fun with live entertainment and field challenges for kids and adults alike. The day culminates with Stone Mountain Park’s 25th Anniversary Laser Show Spectacular.
When: Saturday, Jun 7, 2008, 12:00 PM
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About Living Atlanta Style: We take social networking to the next level, enjoying events from Atlanta and beyond as a unique group who loves the culture of the city. Don’t stay in – meetup with new friends and start Living Atlanta Style.
