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Miss Black Collegiate USA Scholarship Pageant

April 18th, 2012

Adrienne

Inner Beauty Solutions, Inc. presents the 1st Annual Miss Black Collegiate USA Scholarship Pageant ™.

This scholarship program is “designed to assist young women of African ancestry with the ability to pursue and/or continue to receive a higher education,” It also helps young ladies develop and maintain “healthy self-esteem”, believe in themselves, and “stay the course in the face of adversity.”

Miss Black Collegiate USA Scholarship Pageant ™ will take place on Saturday, June 23, 2012 and will be hosted by Towanda Braxton, judged by Andre Carter, Traci Braxton, Evelyn Braxton, Rich McKeown and entertained by the legendary artist Jessica Care Moore and Trina Braxton. Read more...

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Ladies to Legends Tea Time: Lamik Celebrates Women’s History Month

March 14th, 2012

Adrienne

March is Women’s History Month. What better way to celebrate all of our “female greatness”than to pay homage to women who inspire and exude success.

Lamik Beauty is doing just that with their Ladies to Legends Tea Time event!

On Saturday, March 31, 2012, the eco-friendly beauty brand will “honor and celebrate the lives of women, from all walks of life, whose individual and collective contributions have enriched our lives.”

Ladies to Legends Tea Time will take place at Lamik’s Houston, Texas location, 2610 Greenbrier. Hats & garden party attire is requested. Read more...

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Tags: Encouragement, featured, On the Scene

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Stems & Stilettos 2012: Supporting National Women & Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day

February 23rd, 2012

Adrienne

On March 10, 2012 Aniz Inc., author Skyy Banks and Urban Vine Wines will host the 2nd annual Stems & Stilettos, a wine tasting/fundraiser in conjunction with National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day.

Atlanta, Georgia ranks 8th among the nation’s metro areas in its ratio of HIV infections to overall population. The State of Georgia ranks 2nd in the rate of HIV infections for teens ages 13-19 as well.”

In a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere, Stems and Stilettos is a perfect event to raise both funds and awareness for National Women & Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day. Read more...

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CBWW Hosts 4th Annual Family Health & Beauty Expo – Atlanta

November 2nd, 2011

Adrienne

The Center for Black Women’s Wellness (CBWW) is hosing its 4th Annual Family Health & Beauty Expo in Atlanta, Georgia on Saturday, November 5th from 11:00am – 3:00pm at TWELVE Hotel.

This event is FREE to the public and will be fun for the entire family!

There will be free health screening, giveaways, healthy cooking demonstrations, beauty makeovers, interactive health forums, and a natural hair fashion show!

Come out and learn more about your health, enhance your beauty, and enjoy the natural hair fashion show. You never know what familiar face you might see walking the runway! Read more...

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Tags: Atlanta Events, Beauty, On the Scene

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Female Success Factor Hosts Second Installment in Atlanta

October 17th, 2011

Adrienne

Female Success Factor: A Celebration of Successful Women Living Their Dreams makes its second installment on Saturday, October 22, 2011 in Atlanta.

This free seminar, held at Atlanta History Center, is said to be “a life changing event.”

Featuring distinguished panelists, Female Success Factor will help attendees “discover the power of networking” and self branding.

I attended Female Success Factor in March; it was truly inspirational and informative. I’m sure you won’t want to miss this one!

For more information and to RSVP for Female Success Factor click HERE. Read more...

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Tags: Atlanta Events, Encouragement, Life in Atlanta

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The Help VIP Reception & Screening - Atlanta

What I Think About “The Help”

August 2nd, 2011

Adrienne

Last night I, and about 200 others, attended a VIP reception & screening for the upcoming movie The Help.

Starring Viola Davis & co-starring Octavia Spencer, The Help travels back to the 1960′s to tell the stories of two African American maids living in Jackson, Mississippi.

The film, which was adapted from the book The Help, showcases the emotions of the troubled past and gives viewers an insight into unexplored minds.

I’m sure you are wondering, “did you like the movie?” Well, I LOVED IT! Read more...

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Tags: Atlanta Events

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A Belle in Brooklyn Book Signing – Atlanta

June 20th, 2011

Adrienne

Demetria L. Lucas, Relationship Editor for Essence Magazine, or Belle as she is popularly known, held a book signing for her new published work, A Belle in Brooklyn: The Go-to Girl for Advice on Living Your Best Single Life, on Saturday, June 18, 2011.

In true supporter fashion, ladies of all ages made their was to Downtown Atlanta to catch a glimpse the chicly dressed author.

After greeting fans, wearing their cutest cocktail attire, Demetria read an excerpt from her book. While hanging on to the authors every word, listeners laughed and, after the glimpse was done, wondered what would happen next. Read more...

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The Diva Lounge Celebrates Fearless Female Entrepreneurs

May 24th, 2011

Adrienne

Glam Bar Salon played host to the Diva Lounge as they celebrated successful female entrepreneurs on Monday, May 23, 2011.

This dainty pink salon, located in Castleberry Hill in Atlanta, was packed with beauty brands and guests willing to tip their hats to a number of influential self-starters.

The celebration was set to tune by DJ Traci Steele while attendees enjoyed complimentary nail & lash services, beverages, & refreshments. Female “movers & shakers” such as Lisa Price, creator of Carol’s Daughter, Terri J. Vaughn, actress, and Nicole Garner, founder of the Garner Circle, were recognized throughout the evening. Read more...

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Female Success Factor: Women Inspiring Women

March 28th, 2011

Adrienne

On Saturday, March 26th, Steed Society Inc, in conjunction with Rolling Out, hosted Female Success Factor: A Celebration of Women Living Their Dreams.

Comprised of some of Atlanta’s most influential decision makers in the entertainment, legal, and public relations industry, this event was women inspiring women at its finest.

Set in the auditorium of the Atlanta History Center, this panel discussion covered topics such as career development, following your dreams, & maintaining femineity while demanding respect in the work place. Each panel member, Ebony Steele, of the Rickey Smiley Morning Show, Nicole Garner, of The Garner Circle, Shanti Das, CEO of Press Reset Entertainment, & Sheri Riley, of Glue Inc. (to name a few), candidly shared their career & life stories to an attentive crowd. Read more...

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Female Success Factor: A Celebration of Successful Women Living Their Dreams

March 24th, 2011

Adrienne

“In honor of National Women’s History Month, Steed Society, Inc., in conjunction with Rolling Out Magazine presents Female Success Factor: A Celebration of Successful Women Living Their Dreams.

Female Success Factor will feature a dynamic group of female entrepreneurs, corporate executives, entertainers and innovators who will set the stage for a day of inspiration, motivation and intimate panel conversation on Saturday, March 26, 2011, from 12:00pm to 4:00pm at the Atlanta History Center. Read more...

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Tags: Atlanta Events, Career Development, Encouragement

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