[soulciti distro] for 05.08.08

MAY 8 | NEO-SOUL LOUNGE & POETRY READING
New night. New place. Same experience. Join us every Thursday for an open mic session at Club Illusion. Sign-up starts at 8:00 p.m. This event is hosted by B. Fran and nationally known poets and artists. The Neo-Soul Lounge stimulates your mind, body and soul. Must be 21 and older, dress code enforced. $6 cover charge.

FMI: web | tel: 844.5491

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MAY 8 | RIDDIM THURSDAYS
For people who enjoy the Caribbean culture with the variety of music and atmosphere, please come out for Riddim Thursdays from 9:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. at Dirty Dog Bar, 505 E. 6th St. DJ Junior Vibes will bring you the "South Beach" vibes with Reggae, R&B, Hip-Hop, Reggaeton, and Soca/Calypso music. Must be 18 to enter. Price is $5. Casual attire.

FMI: email | tel: 786.357.2423

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MAY 8 | THE STUDIO THURSDAY GROOVE
The Studio Thursday Groove is hosted by the hottest dance group in the ATX and offers free Chicago style dance classes. The Thursday Groove also features the best R&B, drink specials, appetizers, and a full menu.

FMI: web | tel: 467.7900

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MAY 8 | ALL U NEED FRIDAYS AT THE STUDIO
Each and every Friday it's All U Need at The Studio. Come party with Austin's #1 Smooth Jazz and R&B Band. Doors open at 6:00 p.m.; All U Need performs from 9:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. No cover before 9:00 p.m.!

The Studio is a club for grown folk, so please dress accordingly. The Studio is located at 5804 N IH-35. On the third Friday of each month, All U Need performs at The Studio in San Antonio.

FMI: web | tel: 789.6285

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MAY 8 | OLD SCHOOL HAPPY HOUR AND FRIDAY NIGHTS AT CLUB BREEZE
Once again, it's going down Friday night at Club Breeze. Doors open at 5:30pm and Old School Happy Hour kicks off with the best in Old School music till 8:30pm with $2 Well and $4 Calls. No cover before 9pm and after 9pm, it's $5 for ladies and $10 for fellas. Doors stay open till 2am. From 9pm till 2am, come listen and dance to the best in R&B, Neo Soul, Old School, and Hip Hop. Age limit as always is 23 and up. Dress code strictly enforced.

FMI: web | tel: 293.2236

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MAY 9 | STORY TIME FOR KIDS AT MITCHIE'S
Join us for a joyful hour of African and African-American folktales every Wednesday and Saturday from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Kids receive refreshments, a FREE gift and 30% off their book purchase. All ages welcome. Story time is FREE and open to the public. Volunteer readers are always welcome.

FMI: web | tel: 323.6901

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MAY 9 | SEXY SATURDAYS AT CLUB BREEZE
That's right, once again, as always, it's Sexy Saturdays at Club Breeze. Doors open at 9pm and stay open till 2am. During this time, come listen and dance to the best in R&B, Neo Soul, Old School, and Hip Hop. Age limit as always is 23 and up. Dress code strictly enforced. Cover is $5 for ladies and $10 for fellas. Kitchen is open all night so get some of the best food that any nightclub in the ATX serves.

FMI: web | tel: 293.2236

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MAY 10 | SEXY SATURDAYS AT CLUB BREEZE
That's right, once again, as always, it's Sexy Saturdays at Club Breeze. Doors open at 9pm and stay open till 2am. During this time, come listen and dance to the best in R&B, Neo Soul, Old School, and Hip Hop. Age limit as always is 23 and up. Dress code strictly enforced. Cover is $5 for ladies and $10 for fellas. Kitchen is open all night so get some of the best food that any nightclub in the ATX serves.

FMI: web | tel: 293.2236

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MAY 11 | A MOTHER'S DAY BRUNCH OR DINNER
A Mother's Day Brunch will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and a
Mother's Day Dinner will be held from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Ciao
Chow Special Event Center, 6019 N I-35. Brunch reservations are $45
singles/ $70 couples in advance or $50 singles /$75 couples at the door.
Children under 12 are free. Children tickets for ages 12 - 17 are $5.
Dinner reservations are $50 singles/ $75 couples in advance or $55
singles /$80 couples at the door. Children under 12 are free. Children
tickets for ages 12 - 17 are $5. The brunch will feature many giveaways
and a chance to win a diamond bracelet. Please visit website to view
menu and obtain more details.

FMI: web | tel: 669.8808

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MAY 11 | WOMEN'S DAY 2008 "WOMEN COME FORTH; LOOSED, HEALED AND BLESS
Metropolitan A.M.E. Church presents "Fountain of Praise" Women's Day
2008 on Sunday, May 11, 10:00 a.m. worship service. Our featured
speaker will be Link Patricia Russell-McCloud, J.D. the 11th National
President and Life Member of NAACP & Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.

FMI: email | tel: 926.0759

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MAY 12 | WORK IT OUT MONDAYS FOR THE LADIES!
Ladies, get ready to work off those unwanted pounds, learn fitness information from a certified fitness trainer, and get your body looking great for 2008!

Join us for a ladies-only weekly low-impact work-outs and materials to make fitness a fun lifestyle! $8 per session. Sisters working things out together at Mitchie’s Gallery from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Please use contact information provided for more information or to RSVP.

FMI: web | tel: 343.0475

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MAY 12 | MISS & LITTLE MISS JUNETEENTH PAGEANT APPLICATIONS
GEAYA is seeking applications for the 2008 Miss & Little Miss Juneteenth
Pageant. Age Divisions are (1) Little Prince & Princess (ages 4-11); (2)
Little Miss Juneteenth (6th - 8th grade); and (3) Miss Juneteenth (9th -
12th grade). Registration deadline is May 12, 2008. Please visit website
for application.

FMI: web | tel: 563.2725

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MAY 13 | AUSTIN/TRAVIS COUNTY HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICE MOBILE VAN
Free screenings for blood pressure, blood sugar, pregnancy, and STDs
will be available at J.D. Conoco located at Loyola and Decker Lane from
1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Free information will also be available on heart
disease, cancer, stroke, and diabetes.

FMI: email | tel: 972.5184

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MAY 13 | BUSINESS CARD EXCHANGE AND NETWORKING FUNCTION
The Ultimate Business Networking Experience, Chill and Grill. If you
missed the last one, you'd better not miss this one! Bring plenty of
business cards and join us at Tuckers Kozy Korner, 1338 East Houston St,
San Antonio, TX for speed networking, cocktails, and good food. An art
exhibit by Milani Art will be on display and door prizes will be
available. There is a $5 participation fee. Please RSVP via phone or
email.

FMI: email | tel: 210.550.2483

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MAY 15 | HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICE MOBILE VAN
Free screenings for blood pressure, blood sugar, pregnancy, and STDs
will be available at HEB located at 7112 Ed Bluestein from 1:00 p.m. to
5:00 p.m. Free information will also be available on heart disease,
cancer, stroke, and diabetes.

FMI: email | tel: 972.5184

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MAY 15 | GET READY TEXAS - IT'S THE HOUSTON BLACK EXPO!
2008 will represent the 5th anniversary of the largest African American
marketing tradeshow in the state of Texas!During the week of May 15 -
18, 2008, make your plans to join thousands of Texans who will converge
upon Houston's George R. Brown Convention Center to enjoy a celebration
of the arts, culture, entertainment, and businesses that characterize
the unique African American experience!

FMI: web | tel: 832.200.0540

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