PRWeb: Society African American Interests http://www.prweb.com Latest news releases for Society African American Interests from PRWeb en PRWeb Distribution Newswire http://www.prweb.com/images_v4/prweb_logo_hv2.jpg http://www.prweb.com 200 46 xml@emediawire.com xml@emediawire.com Holiday Folk Fair International Partners With Hunger Task Force http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3167554.htm The 66th annual Holiday Folk Fair International, America’s premiere multi-cultural festival that will be held Fri., Nov. 20 – Sun., Nov. 22, 2009, at the Wisconsin Exposition Center at State Fair Park in West Allis, Wis., is partnering with Hunger task Force in Milwaukee to collect non-perishable food items. (PRWeb Nov 7, 2009)

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]]> Plus-size Songstress Sherrie Keys Shares Music Vision http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3169134.htm Singer Sherrie Keys outlines her music vision. Her newly-launched label, Chubby Girl Records celebrates and embraces gifted gospel music artists who just happen to be pleasingly plump. (PRWeb Nov 7, 2009)

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]]> Spirit In The Arts At California Institute Of Integral Studies Presents “Metamorphisis: New Works By Abba Yahudah,” November 6-December 18, 2009 http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3164884.htm The paintings of renowned Jamaican-born artist, Abba Yahuda, will be on display at the California Institute of Integral Studies’ (CIIS) Minna Street Center from November 6 through December 18, 2009. A reception party will take place on Friday, November 20 from 7pm-11pm. (PRWeb Nov 6, 2009)

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]]> Melissa Evans, a Self-Made Millionaire by Age 31, Authors New Book for Entrepreneurs http://www.prweb.com/releases/entrepreneur/business/prweb3155084.htm Melissa Evans, a self-made millionaire by 31, will soon be releasing a new book entitled, "Full Circle." The book is the ideal resource for anyone who wants to start, improve or expand a business while gaining more enjoyment in life. (PRWeb Nov 5, 2009)

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]]> BET’s Frankie and Neffe Kick Off the “We Are Family” Nationwide Tour http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3152814.htm With the success of BET’s reality TV series “Frankie and Neffe”, the mother-daughter duo announces a 20 city tour around the U.S. to share their life altering experiences. (PRWeb Nov 4, 2009)

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]]> Mr. Brewman's Premium Southern Sweet Tea is Now Shipping the Finest the South has to Offer...To Your Door http://www.prweb.com/releases/MrBrewmans/SweetTea/prweb3143114.htm With the New WebSite, www.MrBrewmans.com, what used to only be a Southern indulgence has been unlocked and made available to the entire United States. No more frustration at not being able to find the right stuff because your North or West of the Mason-Dixon line. It's about time that Ezekial's dream became a reality and people of all shapes and sizes be able to enjoy Premium Southern Sweet Tea, no matter their locale. (PRWeb Nov 2, 2009)

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]]> Don L. Rondeau Joins HSTV Channel Editorial Advisory Board http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/10/prweb3050154.htm Total Security Services International President and CEO Don Rondeau Joins HSTV Channel Editorial. Mr. Rondeau's expertise spans a broad and distinguished career in the area of critical infrastructure protection. (PRWeb Oct 30, 2009)

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]]> More Than 250 West Philadelphia Men, Women and Children are Expected to Attend Wellness for Life Event http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/10/prweb3134794.htm Keystone Mercy Health Plan and Bible Way Baptist Church host day-long program to promote wellness and administer health screenings. (PRWeb Oct 30, 2009)

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]]> UNCF Member Colleges and Universities to Meet Prospective Students at CollegeWeekLive, the Free Online College Fair, November 4th-7th http://www.prweb.com/releases/CollegeWeekLive/UNCF/prweb3130194.htm UNCF Leaders to Speak on Scholarships at www.CollegeWeekLive.com (PRWeb Oct 30, 2009)

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]]> Meharry Medical College Receives $21.4 Million NIH Research Grant, Largest in Its History http://www.prweb.com/releases/Meharry_Medical_College/NIH_Research_Grant/prweb3132564.htm The funds will benefit the entire institution and will be used to establish the Meharry Clinical and Translational Research Center (MeTRC) to further health disparities research already underway. (PRWeb Oct 30, 2009)

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]]> Women's Bar Association of Illinois Presents 2009 Women With Vision Awards http://www.prweb.com/releases/WBAI/Women-With-Vision-Awards/prweb3134054.htm The Women's Bar Association of Illinois (http://www.wbaillinois.org/) (WBAI) proudly hosts its 68th Annual Joint Professional Reception and 2009 Women With Vision Awards on Thursday, November 5, 2009 at the Hotel Allegro in Chicago. (PRWeb Oct 30, 2009)

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]]> Coast 2 Coast Mixtapes Releases Volume 100 of the Most Downloaded Mixtape Series in the World http://www.prweb.com/releases/coast2coastmixtapevol100/djdramadjnoodles/prweb3135354.htm Coast 2 Coast Mixtapes teams up with DJ Drama and DJ Noodles to release Coast 2 Coast Mixtape Vol. 100. With over 100 official mixtapes released hosted by major artists and djs, the company proves to be the strongest force in the mixtape and music promotion industry. (PRWeb Oct 30, 2009)

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]]> Author Darcel Turner of Dana Dances on Paper Presents Dana Dances On Stage: A WON Woman Show http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/10/prweb3128744.htm Turner to perform in a one-woman stage adaptation of her semi-autobiographical novel (PRWeb Oct 30, 2009)

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]]> GEWO TV Converts Pay-Per-View To Free Wedding/Special Event Viewing http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/10/prweb3081544.htm The Weddings On-Demand/Special Events business component allows families and friends who are separated geographically to reconnect and share important events together through video and interactive text chat. (PRWeb Oct 29, 2009)

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]]> National Parenting Publications Awards (NAPPA) Announces Winners of 2009 Children's Products Competition http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/10/prweb3121254.htm 19-year-old NAPPA competition highlights children's toys, games, music, software and more judged "Best Bang for the Buck." (PRWeb Oct 29, 2009)

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]]> FM Group Breaks into US Market Since its European Launch in 2004, the FM Group Has Enjoyed Global Success as One of the... http://www.prweb.com/releases/FM_Group_Breaks_Into_US/MLM-Busness-opportunity/prweb3086474.htm Since its European launch in 2004, the FM Group has enjoyed global success as one of the world's fastest-growing fragrance merchants. The company began expanding within its first year, and now has representatives in nearly 30 countries. They have built a solid reputation for premium quality, diverse selection, impeccable service, and affordable value. This year, the FM Group is pleased to announce the introduction of their premium scents into the US market. Based on market analysis, the company is confident that their pattern of global success will continue in the States. (PRWeb Oct 28, 2009)

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]]> Rally Planned for Black Woman Facing 15 Years in Prison for Cutting Line at Walmart http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/10/prweb3075364.htm A Black college student faces 15 years in prison for cutting line at Walmart. Dr. Boyce Watkins and other African American leaders have set up a national movement and rally in her defense. (PRWeb Oct 28, 2009)

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]]> Personal Trainer Who Produced Star Studded Events Featuring Michael Jackson & Queen Latifah, Now Creates Childhood Obesity Prevention & Awareness http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/10/prweb3115574.htm Personal trainer Vincent Ferguson started Body Sculpt of NY, Inc. a health and fitness not-for-profit organization to fight childhood obesity. In the 1990s Ferguson's organization focused on producing the Children's Choice Awards, where children get to vote and present awards to their celebrity role model. Now Ferguson has proactively joined the fight against obesity by creating the Walk-A-Thon for Children's Health and the semi annual Children's Sports & Fitness Expo. (PRWeb Oct 28, 2009)

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]]> Oladapo E. Adejumo Writes The Foundation of Christianity Made Visible http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/10/prweb3108614.htm Nigerian Christian Oladapo E.Adejumo writes The Foundation of Christianity Made Visible (PRWeb Oct 27, 2009)

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]]> Music & Style Diva Tinu 'Steps' Into The Spotlight With New Single & Music Video 'Shoeholic' http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/10/prweb3098824.htm Pop/Word Music Sophomore Album, Addicted, To Be Released October 27th with Launch of National "Shoeholic" Contest (PRWeb Oct 26, 2009)

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]]> Torn Apart by Deportation: From New York to Jamaica, Families Struggle to Stay Together http://www.prweb.com/releases/colorlines-magazine/deportation/prweb3096704.htm ColorLines magazine went on the road from New York to Jamaica this summer to investigate the collateral effects of deportation on immigrant communities. The resulting Torn Apart article series and multimedia project is being released today at www.colorlines.com/tornapart. (PRWeb Oct 23, 2009)

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]]> 66th Annual Holiday Folk Fair International Scheduled http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/10/prweb3080914.htm The 66th annual Holiday Folk Fair International, America’s premiere multi-cultural festival, will be held Fri., Nov. 20 – Sun., Nov. 22, 2009, at the Wisconsin Exposition Center at State Fair Park in West Allis, Wis. The three-day event features an assortment of ethnic foods, music and dance performances, ethnic cultural displays, arts and crafts displays, and educational exhibits and demonstrations. (PRWeb Oct 22, 2009)

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]]> New Thinking, New Models, New Approaches Lead to Improved High School Graduation Rates, Increased Opportunities For Students Often Left Behind http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/10/prweb3088354.htm Big Picture Learning Focuses on “Disruptive Innovation” to Offer Tangible High School, Postsecondary Chances to At-Risk Students (PRWeb Oct 22, 2009)

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]]> Creative Edge Public Relations presents 4th Annual Where Hip Hop Meets Couture http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/10/prweb3081524.htm Creative Edge Public Relations presents its 4th Annual Where Hip Hop Meets Couture Artist Showcase featuring hip hop performances from San Quinn, Erk tha Jerk, Jacka, Evenodds, and Paper Route. Fashion designers presented in the show are: Ed Hardy, Red Monkey, Cezer, Toby Tyler, Grace Mae Collection and Sean John model Tracey Dukes will be featured on the runway all set on the steps of the Historic rotunda of San Francisco's City Hall. Portion of the proceeds benefits Glide United Methodist Church. (PRWeb Oct 22, 2009)

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]]> New Line of Champagne Diamond Jewelry is Big on Style http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/10/prweb3086714.htm The Stars For Africa Signature Collection by Masica Diamonds features jewelry made with some of the largest natural color champagne diamonds found anywhere. (PRWeb Oct 22, 2009)

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]]> The Corporate Whistleblower Center Goes After California Banks Who Overcharged Californians When They Recovered Their Repo'd Car Or Truck http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/10/prweb3076824.htm The Corporate Whistleblower Initiates A Campaign In California For Victims Who had their car Repo'd and were given a notice about how much it would cost to get (redeem) their car back. The group is saying," we are informed that the offending California banks were doing this to California victims from October of 2005 to January of 2009. We think this could affect 10,000's of Californians." Victims, or individuals wishing more information can contact the Corporate Whistleblower Center at 866-714-6466, or contact the group via their web site at Http://CorporateWhistleblowerCenter.Com/ (PRWeb Oct 20, 2009)

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]]> Agnes Pareyio Named Kenya Director For V-Day, The Worldwide Movement to End Violence Against Women and Girls http://www.prweb.com/releases/vday/Agnes_Pareyio/prweb3064074.htm Agnes Pareyio, the internationally recognized leader dedicated to ending female genital mutilation (FGM) in Kenya, has been named Kenya Director for V-Day (http://www.vday.org), the global activist movement to end violence against women and girls. (PRWeb Oct 20, 2009)

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]]> Save Darfur: Success of Administration's Sudan Policy Will Depend on Implementation http://www.prweb.com/releases/Save_Darfur/Sudan_policy/prweb3073064.htm Sustained Presidential Leadership Is Essential (PRWeb Oct 20, 2009)

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]]> New Book: The Sudden Death Of Michael Jackson: The Medical Facts About The Causes Of Death, Now Available http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/10/prweb3011464.htm Michael Jackson Died Using Drugs To Treat Alcoholism-Induced Insomnia And Anxiety, First Book To Uncover What Happened During Michael Jackson's Final Hours (PRWeb Oct 20, 2009)

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]]> TheLoop21.com Re-Launches with a New Look and Features http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/10/prweb3071954.htm TheLoop21.com has re-launched with a new look and new features. The re-designed homepage offers greater interactivity, a streamlined look and better access to multimedia content. The timing is significant as rumors swirl of financial difficulties at other publications targeting African-Americans such as Ebony and Vibe.com. This is the first major re-design of TheLoop21.com since its launch in August 2008. (PRWeb Oct 20, 2009)

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]]> Learn How To Cut Hair With 'Clipper Cutting Techniques for Black Men' Instructional DVD Series http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/10/prweb3065214.htm Learn from the "Best Hairstylist in Hollywood." Mr. Charles McCoy shows how to cut hair with barber clippers (http://www.videoshelf.com/clipper_cutting.htm). He demonstrates today's most popular hair styles for black men, including styles sported by trend-setting celebrities and the classics that never go out of fashion. (PRWeb Oct 17, 2009)

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]]> That Bird Has My Wings: The Autobiography of an Innocent Man on Death Row by Jarvis Jay Masters http://www.prweb.com/releases/autobiography/deathrow/prweb3057984.htm "The journey of finding freedom while waiting on death row was essentially all about reclaiming that inner-goodness." (PRWeb Oct 16, 2009)

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]]> Good Hair in America's Next Natural Model http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/10/prweb3049594.htm Now that Chris Rock has shown us one part of Black women's hair care in his movie Good Hair, America can watch how the other part is styling their tresses in a pageant called America's Next Natural Model, organized by Going-Natural.com. (PRWeb Oct 15, 2009)

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]]> The US Drug Watchdog Intensifies Its National Initiative Related To The Very Popular Birth Control Pills Called Yaz And Yasmin & Side Effects http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/10/prweb3044794.htm The US Drug Watchdog is doing everything possible to alert women who are using the birth control pills called Yaz, or Yasmin about potentially severe side effects.The group is saying, "we are talking about heart attacks, strokes, blood clotting, and other potentially extremely serious medical side effects from the use of these drugs. We are asking all young women to share this press release with their friends, or girl friends who may be using Yaz, or Yasmin." If an individual has suffered any medical side effects after taking the birth control drugs called Yaz, or Yasmin, they should call the US Drug Watchdog Immediately at 866-714-6466, or contact the group via its web site at Http://USDrugWatchdog.Com (PRWeb Oct 14, 2009)

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]]> Women Can't do Anything Water.org Campaign: No Water Access Means No Opportunity for Women http://www.prweb.com/releases/water/crisis/prweb3048564.htm In just one day, more than 200 million hours of women's time is consumed for the most basic of human needs - collecting water for domestic use. This lost productivity is greater than the combined number of hours worked in a week by employees at Wal*Mart, United Parcel Service, McDonald's, IBM, Target and Kroger, according to Gary White, co-founder of Water.org, who co-founded the organization with actor Matt Damon. Water.org is launching the 'Women Can't Do Anything' campaign to bring the issue into the open and encourage people to help solve it. (PRWeb Oct 14, 2009)

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]]> Reggae is NOT Dead http://www.prweb.com/releases/TCOOO/Reggae/prweb2943924.htm The pre-release for "18 Karat Reggae: Stepping out of Babylon" is now available for digital downloads. Fans of Reggae and Dancehall music do not need to wait for the official release date of November 17th to get their hands on the latest release in the classic reggae series. (PRWeb Oct 13, 2009)

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]]> Third Annual Women's Conference on Spirit, Mind, and Body Health Taking Place October 24 in Largo, MD http://www.prweb.com/releases/TEA_Conference/Gertie_Loretta_Hurley/prweb3017354.htm Many people envision what they would do to help others if they had a lot of money. But, how many will take what little they have and start without the trappings of large sums of money? That's exactly what Rev. Dr. Gertie Loretta Hurley (http://www.teasmbh.org/about%20us.html) did to establish TEA (Taking Effective Action)® for Spirit, Mind, and Body Health, a spiritually and medically based health awareness program (http://www.teasmbh.org/).TEA's third Annual Women's Conference on Spirit, Mind, and Body Health takes place Saturday, October 24 in Largo, Maryland. (PRWeb Oct 13, 2009)

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]]> Black Economic Council Hosts Urban Economic Conference to Empower Through Recession http://www.prweb.com/releases/blackeconomiccouncil/urbaneconomicconference/prweb3030764.htm The Black Economic Council hosts their 4th Annual Urban Economic Conference in Oakland, California on October 15th with an assembly of corporate and community leaders, national experts, authors and speakers to focus on economic recovery for the black community through development, self improvement and networking effectively. (PRWeb Oct 13, 2009)

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]]> Mill Square Group Strengthens Luxury Branding Expertise Linda Passaro Joins Innovative Marketing Team http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/10/prweb3015904.htm Linda Malias Passaro joins Mill Square Group strengthening the company's luxury branding expertise. Linda has 20 years of branding experience with global companies such as DeBeers, Longines, and Montblanc. The Mill Square Group was founded in 2001 by CEO Margaret Young to help companies better leverage their existing brand equity and assets in new, untapped market segments. Mill Square is recognized for creating innovative cross-touch point, diverse and multicultural marketing, and customer loyalty programs for Fortune 500 companies. (PRWeb Oct 13, 2009)

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]]> RPGSHOW.com Free Wig Contest Could Put You "Ahead" of the Rest http://www.prweb.com/releases/rpgshow/full_lace_wigs/prweb3030604.htm In celebration of their third anniversary, RPGSHOW.com has been giving away free wigs via an online contest. Due to the contest's overwhelming success, they are now extending their Free Lace Wig Wearing Campaign into November, and will be awarding eight additional lace wigs valued over $350 each. (PRWeb Oct 13, 2009)

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