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The NAACP Beverly Hills/Hollywood Branch hosts 23rd Annual NAACP Theatre Awards

    (Los Angeles) Celebrities came out in true Hollywood fashion in support of their peers at The NAACP Theatre Awards held on November 11, 2013 at the Saban Theater, formerly known as the Fox Wilshire in Beverly Hills. The prestigious star-studded gala is produced for the purpose of honoring thespians among the best in […]

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Loretta Devine and Vanessa Williams Honoree's of 23rd NAACP Theatre Awards

The Beverly Hills/Hollywood NAACP Branch presents the 23rd Annual NAACP Theatre Awards. The prestigious star-studded gala is produced for the purpose of honoring thespians among the best in the field of entertainment. Co-hosts, Actress LisaRaye McCoy and Comedians Tommy Miles (Nephew Tommy)& Kym Whitley and esteemed celebrity presenters will pay homage to honorees:Loretta Devine, Vanessa Williams, Peter Wise, Dr. Maxine M. Anderson and Dr.

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Tesoro Winery in Temecula Honors Veteran's Complimentary Wine Tasting

TEMECULA, NOVEMBER 8, 2013 – Tesoro Winery owner, Colonel Carl “Buzz” Olson, US Army (Ret),  honors U.S. Military (active, inactive, or retired), with a complimentary tasting of its Patriot Wines brand of wine on Veteran’s Day, Monday, November 11, 2013, from 1-5 p.m. at Tesoro’s Old Town Temecula tasting room. All U.S. Military, whether active, inactive, or retired,

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TV One Premieres 12 Years A Slave: A TV One Special with Cathy Hughes

On Saturday, November 9  TV One will premieres 12 Years A Slave: A TV One Special with Cathy Hughes at 7 PM/ET.  This one hour program features a discussion with the film’s director Steve McQueen and cast members Chiwetel Ejiofor, Lupita Nyong’o and Alfre Woodard.  Set in pre-Civil War era America, 12 Years A Slave is based on the true story of

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America's First Black Female Impressionist, Sylvia Traymore Recalls Her Saturday Night Live Experience

(Via Press Release) Washington, D.C. – When Sylvia Traymore watched acclaimed actress Kerry Washington impersonate several characters in a comedic sketch on a recent episode of Saturday Night Life (SNL), a deep sense of overwhelm overtook her. As the first black female impressionist to emerge on the entertainment scene back in the late ’70’s and early 80’s, she vividly

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The International House of Blues Foundation Awards $2,500 to Elementary School Drumming Program

  Via Press Release –SAN DIEGO (November 4, 2013) – The International House of Blues Foundation (IHOBF) has awarded Perry Elementary School a $2,500 grant in support of their 5th grade drumming program as of the 2013 Action for the Arts Grants.  The school will receive their new instruments on Monday, November 4. “IHOBF is dedicated

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Recording Artist Ledisi: Releases "The Truth" & Rocks the Stage at 2013 BLACK GIRLS ROCK!

(New York, NY–October 31, 2013) – Grammy nominated singer and Verve recording artist Ledisi is excited to announce the release of her fifth major studio release The Truth.  The album, which will be in-stores February 11th, is filled not only with Ledisi’s trademark soaring ballads but also a generous collection of up-tempo, beat-driven celebrations of

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San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival: 10th Year Anniversary

  It’s the big top of all wine events in Southern California.  None can top the San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival, coming November 18 through  November 24. This spectacular event is an international showcase of the world’s great wines and spirits, chefs and culinary personalities and gourmet foods. Over 200 beverage companies are pouring, 70 restaurants are

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