[soulciti distro] for 05.15.08

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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MAY 15 | AUSTIN/TRAVIS COUNTY 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 | 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 15 | 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 15 | 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 15 | 3 JAZZ CD RELEASE PARTY
Please join 3 JAZZ from 9:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. at the Elephant Room located at 315 Congress Ave, for their CD release show. They will celebrate the musical paths traveled this far. Featured guests include trombonist Mitch Butler, Austin Project Alumna Stephanie Lang, Guitarist Bruce Saunders, and saxophonist Philippe Vieux. Your support is greatly appreciated!

FMI: web

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MAY 16 | 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 16 | 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 17 | KEYS OF LIFE PRESENTS DUETS: AN AFTERNOON OF CLASSICAL PIANO
Miss Daphne McDole and the students of Keys of Life would like to extend an invitation for you to join them for an afternoon of classical piano music at their Spring Recital entitled Duets. The afternoon will be special in that for the first time - the students will be paired together on 2 different pianos performing at the same time. The Recital will feature the music of classical masters such as Mozart, Clementi, Beethoven and Tchaikovosky.

Duets is scheduled for Saturday, May 17 at 3p in the King-Seabrook Chapel on the campus of Huston-Tillotson University and is FREE and open to the public.

FMI: web | tel: 217.474.8839

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MAY 17 | BOOK SIGNING WITH RENOWNED AUTHOR BEVERLY JENKINS
Book Signing with romance author Beverly Jenkins on May 17th, from 2-6p. Join Mitchie's Gallery as we welcome renowned romance author Beverly Jenkins for an afternoon of book discussions and signing of her latest book entitled JEWEL. Tell us about your favorite Beverly Jenkins' book. Ms. Jenkins fans come early to get a great seat and bring your old copies for her books to sign. Join us for this fun afternoon filled with wonderful door prizes, sparkling beverages and cheeses from around the world.

FMI: web | tel: 323.6901

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MAY 17 | 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 17 | AFRICAN-AMERICAN MEN AND BOYS CONFERENCE
The 9th African-American Men and Boys Conference will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at LBJ High School located at 7309 Lazy Creek Drive. The theme for this conference is "Keep Your Eyes on the Prize". Free admission, lunch, door prizes, entertainment, and educational information. The conference is open to all ages, grades, and ethnic groups. Please join us so we can ensure that no child is left behind.

FMI: web | tel: 585.6696

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MAY 17 | 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 17 | THE STUDIO SOPHISTICATED LADIES NIGHT
Please join us for Ladies Night at The Studio. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Dallas Swing Dance Club Party starts @ 9pm. No cover for ladies until 11:00 p.m. Gents $5 until 11:00 p.m. Two lucky ladies will win $100 each. Ladies may register for The Studio Cruise to Cancun and the winner will be picked May 24th. The House DJ plays the best in R & B and Top 40. Drink specials include $2 Cosmos and Martinis.

FMI: web | tel: 467.7900

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MAY 18 | AGAPE PRESENTS MEN OF STANDARD IN A FREE CONCERT
Come join the Agape Family of Churches for a FREE uplifting gospel concert from Men of Standard. Sunday, May 18th at 6pm at the Agape South campus, 6215 Manchaca. Click to visit the website and listen to Men of Standards hit track I Will.

FMI: web

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MAY 18 | AFRICAN AMERICAN BONE MARROW AND ORGAN DONOR REGISTRY DRIVE
Holy Cross Catholic Church will have an organ donor registry drive, bone marrow drive, and blood drive from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at 1610 East 11th Street.

FMI: emaili

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MAY 18 | LISA J. & FRIENDS REPPIN-THEIR BLOCK THA BIG THROW DOWN
Salons Stylist and Barbers from Austin, Waco, San Antonio, Temple, Killeen, Hearne and Houston! All showcasing the latest trendy styles and cuts. Please contact us for vendor booth info.

FMI: web | tel: 236.8883

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MAY 18 | BIG HAIR THROW DOWN AFTER PARTY
After the biggest hair show to hit central Texas this year - we will party the rest of the night away at the Monarch Event Center with Dj Quan mixing the best in hip hop, r&b, and old school. Cover is just $5, Hair show VIPs are free. Immediately following the hair show. Call for pre-sale tickets.

FMI: email | tel: 801.9840

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MAY 18 | INTERNATIONAL AIDS CANDLELIGHT MEMORIAL
The International AIDS Candlelight Memorial is among the world’s oldest movements by civil society for HIV/AIDS remembrance, awareness and community action. The Candlelight Memorial is also an opportunity to educate about AIDS, advocate for policy change, foster partnerships and community dialogue, and improve skills for community mobilization.

Austin will be joining in with an evening of performance, prayer, and commitment ceremonies in Republic Square Park, 422 Guadalupe at 8:00 p.m. Speakers, singers, poem readers, artists, and participants of all kinds, including anyone wanting to make a commitment to a loved one, are welcome to take part. Please send an e-mail by March 31st if you'd like to participate.

FMI: web | tel: 974.6700

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MAY 18 | MEN OF POWER BOOK CLUB - MONTHLY BOOK DISCUSSION
Join host Robert Baugh of the Men of Power Book Club for a monthly discussion on books that unite the community on Sunday May 18th from 3-5p. May's book reading is '100 Amazing Facts About The Negro.' This event is free and open to the public. For more information email Robert Baugh. WARNING: You will get infused by power and knowledge.

FMI: web | tel: 323.6901

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MAY 18 | 2008 WOMEN'S DAY CELEBRATION
Wesley United Methodist Church hosts its 2008 Women's Day Celebration at 10:00 a.m. The theme is "Ordinary Women Doing Extraordinary Things". The featured speaker is Minister Phyllis Drawhorn-Johnson of St John Baptist Church, Grapeville and South Lake, Texas. The first 100 ladies will receive special gifts. Please visit our website to participate in our silent auction for an original oil painting by Deborah Robertsour. Join us and be blessed!

FMI: web | tel: 775.3063

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MAY 19 | 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 19 | AUSTIN/TRAVIS COUNTY HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICE MOBILE VAN
Free screenings for blood pressure, blood sugar, pregnancy, and STDs will be available at Santa Barbara's Church located at 13713 FM 969 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 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 20 | BOOK CLUB
If you're interested in joining the Austin chapter of the Good Book Club, check out our website. We're meeting on May 20 to discuss The Last Street Novel by Omar Tyree.

FMI: web

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MAY 21 | CREATING A TROPICAL PARADISE
Crave the tropical look for your yard or interior of your home? Want to know more about the tropical plant cultivation? Gain knowledge at a free seminar being held from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Zilker Botanical Garden located at 2220 Barton Springs Road. The topics include Perennial Tropical Plants for Central Texas, Tropical Plants for the Interior, How to Grow Ferns, and Integrating Tropicals with Native for a Tropical Look.

FMI: web | tel: 854.9600

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MAY 21 | VOCALIST COMPETITION AUDITIONS
An 8-week live vocal competition will be held at The Parish Room, 214 6th Street, beginning on June 4th. All genres are welcomed. The winner will receive a $2000 cash prized, cruise, and professionally produced track by CurtBeatz Production. Vocalist auditions will be held at 9:00 p.m. on May 21st and May 28th at The Parish Room to determine participants in the competition.

FMI: email | tel: 789.2484

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MAY 22 | AUSTIN/TRAVIS COUNTY HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICE MOBILE VAN
Free screenings for blood pressure, blood sugar, pregnancy, and STDs will be available at Wal-Mart located at L1030 Norwood Park from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 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 22 | AUSTIN WOMAN'S FILM, MUSIC, AND LITERARY FESTIVAL
Running for it's 8th year, The 2008 Austin Woman's Film, Music & Literary Festival formally under the name of Blowin' Up A Spot! Film Festival: A Woman's Perspective is having an open call for female, musicians, filmmakers, actors, workshop presenters, spoken word artists, and screenwriters to submit their work.

The festival will be held May 22-25. The purpose of this event is to increase the awareness of women's art from various ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds. A $500 cash prize will be available for the "Best Of The Fest". Early Deadline for Submission is April 6th with $15 entry fee. Late Deadline for submission is May 3rd with $20 entry fee. All proceeds to benefit the Media Arts & Literacy Institute (MALI). Please visit website for entry forms.

FMI: web

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MAY 22 | J WALKING AT THE LIGHT BAR
Please come out to The Light Bar located at 408 Congress for the Jordan Party. Free entry of you wear a pair of Jordan Shoes. There will also be free Jordan giveaways. $3 cover charge for those without a pair of Jordans. Free cover charge for Ladies all night long. DJ Knowledge in the mixx. Doors open at 9:00 p.m.

FMI: email | tel: 552.6633

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