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"1 out of 4: How to Avoid the Other 3 Weirdos with Online Dating" Workshop Today in Scottsdale

1 out of 4: How to Avoid the Other 3 Weirdos with Online Dating

Date: Thursday, May 24th, 2012 at 6:30pm

Location: Microsoft Store (Scottsdale Fashion Square)
7014 E Camelback Rd Scottsdale, AZ

Register online at http://normalsinglesonline.eventbrite.com

According the recent studies, 1 out of every 4 committed relationships begins on an online dating site.  However, we all know that there are some serious crazies posting fake photos and lies on their online dating profiles.

So how do you meet normal singles online while avoiding the weirdos?  Join Christine Pembleton for this COMPLIMENTARY workshop and learn the best strategies for meeting singles online.

During this workshop, you will learn:

• Why some women spend years searching for the right guy while others meet more men than they can handle.
• The 5 Things You Need on Your Online Profile to Attract Normal People
• How to Select Men to Date from the Men who Message You Online
• How to Start a Natural Relationship with Someone You’ve Met Online

And more!

Please Note: To register, a seat deposit is required.  Your seat deposit will be returned when you come to the event. Register today at http://normalsinglesonline.eventbrite.com

Def Jam Recording Artist Leon Timbo, Phoenix's Own Nik West Performing LIVE on May 26 in Mesa

Def Jam recording artist Leon Timbo will make his first stop in the Valley along with Phoenix native Nik West and band this Saturday at Julie's Chicken and Waffles in Mesa.

Leon Timbo has been blazing the airways with his soulful, inspirational tunes for the past two years sharing stages with lights of Babyface and Tyrese Gibson.

The night will be filled with live music, soul food and dancing.

$10 general admission; $15 with appetizer

For more info go to www.lighthousecafelive.com.

Event subject to change without notice

PhxSoul.com Memorial Day Weekend Wrap-Up for the Phoenix Area - May 25-28 Will Be Great!!

In years past, Memorial Day weekend was a time for people to take it easy and enjoy three days off from work.

But after reviewing the Memorial Day 2012 weekend line-up of comedy shows, concerts, activities, and fundraisers, it appears that there will be no time for rest and relaxation in the Valley of the Sun!

Check out PhxSoul.com's list of events from May 25-28:

• May 25: George Clinton & Parliament Funkadelic LIVE at Talking Stick Resort

• May 25-26: Comedian Tiffany Haddish at Stand Up Scottsdale

• May 25-27: 2012 Phoenix Caribbean Carnival to Set the Valley of the Sun on Fire Memorial Day Weekend

• May 26: 2012 Metropolitan Sun Section NCNW Man of Valor Award Ceremony in Tempe

• May 26: Comedian Pierre Edwards Performs at Michael's Cafe in Phoenix

• May 26: BlackPoet Ventures Celebrates Miles Davis' B-Day With Special "Cool Like That" Showcase in Phoenix

• May 26: Def Jam Recording Artist Leon Timbo, Phoenix's Own Nik West Performing LIVE in Mesa

• May 26-27: Comedian Lil Duval at Stand Up Live in Phoenix

• May 27: Smokey Robinson LIVE at Talking Stick Resort

• May 27: Soul Bowl Sundays with DJ Ced Ceballos in Phoenix

• May 27: Roll Bounce Sundays Adult Skate Session at Great Skate in Glendale

• May 27: HomeBase Poetry Open Mic and After Party in Downtown Phoenix

If you want to see what's poppin' in the Phoenix area for the rest of the year, check out our Calendars below:

• PhxSoul.com Community Calendar

• PhxSoul.com Nightclub Calendar

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Events listed above are subject to change without notice.

AKAs Sponsor a Soul Food Dinner for Global Poverty on June 10 at Michael's Cafe in Phoenix

The Delta Beta Omega (DBO) Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. (AKA), in conjunction with Phoenix AKArama, is sponsoring a soul food dinner on Sunday, June 10th, 2:00 – 6:00 pm at Michael’s Café, 5025 North 7th Avenue, Phoenix.

The event is being held to support Global Poverty, an AKA international initiative, whose mission is to end hunger, poverty, and care for the earth in a sustainable manner.

Ten percent (10%) of the proceeds (not including tax) will go to Global Poverty.

If you have questions, contact AKA – DBO on 1-877-AKA-1908.

Bring your family, friends and a big appetite! See you at Michael’s!

Audubon Arizona's 10th Annual Nature Film Festival & Silent Auction on June 6 in Scottsdale

Audubon Arizona's 10th Annual Nature Film Festival & Silent Auction

Wednesday, June 6; 5:30p silent auction; films begin at 7:00p

Harkins Camelview Theatre; 7001 E. Highland Avenue, Scottsdale, AZ 85251

Tickets: $25, after June 1 $30; VIP tickets $100; all ticket prices include picnic supper.

This year's festival features two thrilling, award-winning films:

RAPTOR FORCE - State-of-the-art technology lets you soar with fast, fierce and fascinating birds of prey!

YELLOWSTONE: WINTER - Escape the heat! Witness the cunning and tenacity of wildlife surviving harsh winter conditions in America's greatest national park.

For more information log onto www.audubonfilmfest.eventbrite.com or call 602-468-6470, Ext. 103.

Phoenix's Own Teri Tobin Releases New Single "Love Me"

International Indie Soul Artist Teri Tobin (of Phoenix) has been diligently perfecting her forthcoming sophomore LP, SO GOOD TO ME, and wants to share with you her second new smash-hit single, "Love Me" (produced by award winning, up-and-coming producer, Tall Black Guy). 

The new single, "Love Me," is available on May 22 on (CD Baby, iTunes, Amazon and other major online retailers).

For more information about Teri Tobin, visit www.tobinblakesgroup.com.

BlackPoet Ventures Celebrates Miles Davis' B-Day With Special "Cool Like That" Showcase on May 26 in Phoenix

Raising Funds for June Performance at St. Lou Fringe Festival

Adapted by Rod Ambrose from his autobiography written by poet Quincy Troupe, Cool Like That: A Tribute To Miles Davis – a production of BlackPoet Ventures’ BioRhythMic Series – will return to the Rhythm Room for a special birthday showcase Saturday, May 26. The series creatively utilizes live music, dance, song, visual imagery and spoken word poetry to showcase poetic legends.

In November, Cool Like That played to a sold-out audience at the Rhythm Room in Phoenix. During March, the production was part of the PHX:fringe Festival. In January, the it debuted at the Barbara Morrison Performing Arts Center in Los Angeles and featured legendary jazz vocalist Barbara Morrison, along with Marcus Belgrave – the last living member of Ray Charles’ band – who just played in the Valley in May.

This June, it will debut at the first-ever St. Lou Fringe Festival in St. Louis, MO. Pledges for the St. Louis showcase are being accepted via a Kickstarter campaign on blackpoetventures.com. Pledges and donations also will be accepted at various upcoming Valley events. Deadline for pledges is 11:30 a.m. May 31.

Other artists featured are: spoken-word artists Bakeem Lloyd, Donna Williams and Roosevelt Watts; dancer Cristin Coleman; vocalists Danita Greene and Volina Armstrong; musicians Sean Arleth (musical director), Kristal Ramsey and Lloyd Hardin. Poetry by Camille “So Jazzy” Jenkins also is highlighted.

The Rhythm Room is at 1019 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix 85014. Showtime is at 6pm. Doors at 5pm with a birthday cake and pledge drive mixer. The show contains mature language and themes. Tickets are $15 advance; $20 door. Limited edition Cool Like That t-shirts also will be available. The event is 21 and older. An after party will be at 934 at 934 E. Southern Avenue, Phoenix 85040.

Visit BlackPoetVentures.com for more information or call 480-442-4BPV(278) for more information.

2012 Phoenix Caribbean Carnival to Set the Valley of the Sun on Fire Memorial Day Weekend

The “first-ever” Phoenix Caribbean Carnival will take place in the Valley of the Sun on Memorial Day Weekend, Friday, May 25 through Sunday, May 27.

This year, the people of Arizona will be treated to a version of the traditional Caribbean Carnival, Trinidad and Tobago style presented by the Caribbean American Phoenix Carnival Cultural Association of Arizona (CAPAZ.) This is one of the few such carnival events officially sanctioned by the Government and National Carnival Commission of Trinidad and Tobago.

The dazzling parade and festival with the theme presentation “100 Degrees of Revelry” will feature Stilt Walkers, Steel Bands, Traditional Ole’ Mas, Junior and Senior Masqueraders in colorful garb and masks and Native American Dancers among others.

The parade will assemble at 1st Street and Madison at 6AM and kickoff at 7AM, ending at the Carnival Village at CityScape at 1 E Washington Street approximately 1PM. Heading North on Madison, the parade route turns East on Jefferson, North on 5th Street, West on E Washington Street to Central Avenue and into the Carnival Village at CityScape.

Prior to the parade on the morning of May 27th, there will be several pre-Carnival events and parties. Friday the 25th of May the public can join us at THE BRICK ” ( located inside Arizona Center) for the “Flag Party” Downtown Phoenix from 9PM. COME REPRESENT YOUR COUNTRY!!

Saturday May 26th has three events: Carnival Village which will feature live entertainment, food, arts and crafts, FREE to the public from 10AM at CityScape; “Island Fantasies Pool Party” at Hotel Indigo in Scottsdale from 3PM, $10 at the door; “The All White Party” at CityScape Downtown PHX featuring local DJs and entertainment from 9PM, FREE to the public.

Sunday morning May 27th begins with the Carnival Parade at 7AM. Carnival Village continues at CityScape until 4PM. Sunday evening is the “Las’ Lap” party at Ocean 7 Nightclub, Scottsdale, AZ from 9PM. $10 at the door.

For more information, view the video below or visit phoenixcaribbeancarnival.blogspot.com.

Note: Mrs. PhxSoul.com was born and raised in St. Croix of the U.S. Virgin Islands - she can't wait to "wuk up" (dance) at this festival!

Events subject to change without notice.

2012 Valley of the Sun Juneteenth Celebration on June 16 in Phoenix

The 2012 Valley of the Sun Juneteenth Festival & Heritage Celebration will include several guest speakers against the backdrop of music & dance, sports activities, entertainment and vendors booths.

If you are an entertainer or vendor, visit the Juneteenth Website to find out how you can participate.

If you are new to the Valley and are suffering from culture shock, Juneteenth will give you the chance to mingle and network with thousands of African Americans and people of all races.

Saturday, June 16
5-10 pm
South Mountain Community College
Phoenix, Arizona

Come and enjoy Food, Crafts, Storytelling, Raffles, Step Teams, Choirs, MUSIC, MUSIC and more MUSIC! Kidz Korner: Games, Face Painting, and MUCH MORE!

For more information, visit vosjuneteenth.com.

Research Volunteers Needed - Women Who Were Born between 1946 and 1964

Nicole Ransom, a graduate student at Arizona State University, is conducting an independent study on women who were born between 1946 and 1964 (baby boomers).

Ransom is researching successful aging and inter-generational contact. Ransom is trying to find out if providing kinship care or caring for older parents or being involved in other ways with youth, has an impact of the "successful aging" of baby boomer women.

If you are interested in participating, please read the flyer below for Ransom's contact information.

Greater Phoenix Black Chamber of Commerce to Host “CASH MOB” on June 5 at Get Sassy Beauty Supply in Chandler

Submitted by Channel Powe, Membership Director

Description: A cash mob is a group of people who assemble at a local business and all buy items from that business. The purpose of these mobs is to support both the local businesses and the overall community. They may also serve a secondary purpose in providing social opportunities.

The Greater Phoenix Black Chamber of Commerce is asking that all participants spend a minimum of $15. This is a fun way to circulate dollars with our local small businesses, while having a great time.

ALL are welcome to join the Greater Phoenix Black Chamber of Commerce.

RSVP: info@phoenixblackchamber.com or 602.307.5200.

When: June 5, 2012

Time: 6:00pm

Where: Get Sassy Beauty Supply, 1368 N. Arizona Ave. Suite 114 Chandler, Az. 85225

Arizona House Candidate Reginald Bolding Selected to Phoenix Business Journal’s Forty Under 40

Reginald Bolding, state house candidate in Legislature District 27, was selected to Phoenix Business Journal’s Class of 2012 Forty Under 40.

“I am honored to be selected to Phoenix Business Journal’s Forty under 40,” said Bolding. “I will continue to work hard to ensure we have stronger schools and job opportunities for those in my community and across the state. My district is looking for new young leadership to work tirelessly for changes and I plan to actively fight to fill this void.”

Bolding is a Clinical Instructor at Arizona State University in the Mary Lou Fulton Teacher’s College. Bolding is also the Founder and President of Future Leaders of Arizona, Inc. He currently sits on the Community Development Review Committee for the City of Phoenix and is finishing his doctoral degree in Education Policy and Administration at Arizona State University.

He graduated from ASU with a Master’s in Education and received his B.S. in Criminal Justice and International Security from the University of Cincinnati. Bolding, a Teach For America Alum, moved to Arizona to teach in south Phoenix (District 27) after turning down a full ride law school scholarship several years ago.

Carver Center Honors 2012 Community Recognition Awards Dinner on June 2 in Phoenix

Carver Center Honors 2012 Community Recognition Awards Dinner

Saturday, June 2, 2012
5:30-8:00 pm

George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural
415 E. Grant Street, Phoenix, Arizona 85004

Ticket cost $40

2012 Honorees

Emerging Youth Leader Award
Chanel Thomas

Science Leader Award
Aaron Grissum

Arts and Education Leader Award
Dr. Camilla A. Westenberg
Kenneth Hill
Larry Wilson

Lifetime Achievement Award
Dr. Eugene Grigsby—Arts
Georgie Goode—Education
Coy Payne—Civil Justice

Civil Justice Leader Award
Judge Michelle King-Lu Sang
Andrew (A.J.) Miller   

Your attendance at this event will ensure that the honorees receive the recognition they so richly deserve.

Please RSVP at gwcmccphnx@qwestoffice.net
Contact number 602-254-7516
GWCMCC Dinner Committee, Norma Ford

Event subject to change without notice.

Inaugural Women’s Summer Sizzle Basketball Tournament on June 2 in Glendale

Inaugural Women’s Summer Sizzle Basketball Tournament

June 2, 2012
 
Heritage Elementary
6805 N. 125th Ave
Glendale, AZ 85307
Crossroads: 125th Ave & Glendale
              
Time: 8am- 7pm

Entry Fee: $2.00 Adults
$1.00 Students
Children 5 and under are free
 
Team Fee: $125.00
Double Elimination
 
Come out and watch the highflying talent of Arizona’s Women’s Basketball. What makes this tourney so special…. it’s a mix of women ages 15 - up. We are looking for the best talent in the valley!
 
The tournament will consist of 8-16 teams. Each team is guaranteed two games! All games will be officiated by AIA referees. Awards will be given to all players and coaches for their participation. The deadline for registration is due May 30, 2012.
 
A championship trophy will be given to the 1st place team. In addition, 2nd - 4th place awards will be given to the respective teams. An MVP Award will be given to the best players of the tournament nominated and selected by the tourney coaches and sponsors.
 
For info or to register Contact Ali at 602.391.1291 or Tang at 602.794.5664

3rd Annual SABA Shootout on June 30 in Glendale - Cash, Other Prizes for Winning Team

3rd Annual SABA Shootout June 30th
 
Where:  Heritage Elementary
6805 N. 125th Ave
Glendale, AZ 85307
Crossroads: 125th Ave & Glendale
 
When: June 30th     
Time: 8am- 7pm
 
Entry Fee: $2.00 Adults  $1.00 Students
Children 5 and under are free
 
Team Fee: $300.00
Double Elimination 
Prize: Winning team Receive $1000.00 Cash + t-shirts + TROPHY
Tournament MVP
 
More info or REGISTRATION:
Call Ali @ 602.391.1291 or Tang @  602.794.5664

Smokey Robinson LIVE at Talking Stick Resort on May 27

Talking Stick Resort welcomes a true musical legend, the incomparable Smokey Robinson to the Salt River Grand Ballroom Room on May 27 at 8:00pm.

This beloved superstar, one of the founding voices of the Motown era, continues to thrill audiences the world over. A generation of fans will be delighted to hear classics like “Cruisin,” “Tracks of My Tears” and what is considered one of the best ballads of all time, “Ooh Baby Baby.”

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to see one of America’s greatest entertainers only at Talking Stick Resort!

For tickets, visit www.talkingstickresort.com.

George Clinton & Parliament Funkadelic LIVE at Talking Stick Resort on May 25

Talking Stick Resort is the place to be when funk, soul and rock collide in a colossal concert by George Clinton and Parliament Funkadelic. This iconic group takes the Showroom stage on Friday, May 25, kicking off what’s sure to be an incredible Memorial Day weekend.

George Clinton and Parliament-Funkdadelic created a completely new sound in the 1960s by blending soul, funk and acid rock. They revolutionized the R&B scene and built a fan base that spans generations. In 1997, they were inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Since then, the band has been ranked among Rolling Stone’s “100 Greatest Artists of All Time” and Spin Magazine’s “50 Greatest Bands of All Time.”

Fun, energetic and always lively, George Clinton and Parliament-Funkadelic will bring the Memorial Day Weekend party to Talking Stick Resort. For tickets, call the Box Office at 480-850-7734 or click on the link below.

For tickets, visit www.talkingstickresort.com.

Mystery Entertainment "Presents" Bus Ride to "Six Flags" - Magic Mountain in California on July 21

Mystery Entertainment "Presents" Bus Ride to "Six Flags" - Magic Mountain in Los Angeles California!!

Saturday, July 21st "2012"!!

Come join "Mystery Entertainment" as we take you and your Family to one of the Best "Theme Parks" in the "World"!!

Mystery Entertainment has several Luxurious Coach Buses that will take you from Phoenix to "Six Flags" in California! And Back!!! On these buses we will provide: Juice/Snacks/Music/movies/ and just a good old time all the way to Californa!! Transportation/Admission in Park (All Included) In Ticket price!!
 
Tickets: $115.00 Per Person (Everything Included)!!
For Kids - 2 yrs or Younger $ 65.00 per Child (For Seat on Bus)!!
Tickets: Must be Purchased by June 15th!!
 
For Tickets, Please Contact: Jairo - 480.236.3768/ Lloyd - 602.910.7932/ Brittney - 480.747.4106/ Kevin - 623.925.8777/ Denise - 602.763.9900/ Khadijah - 602.410.4840/ Mystery Entertainment Office - 623.203.6749 (Ask for Scott)
 
Date: Saturday, July 21st "2012"
Departure: Buses Leaving 5:00am Sharp (Returning Sunday Morning around 3:00am)
Location: Buses leaving from "Desert Ridge" Next to BJ's Restaurant! (Right off the 101 & Tatum)
 
* Tickets on Sale Now!! Don't wait long, seats go fast!!!

Events subject to change.

Talib Kweli LIVE at Club Red on July 21 - Get Your Tickets Now!

Talib Kweli must love peforming in AZ - which is a blessing for pure hip-hop fans like myself!

The highly respected MC is scheduled to rip the Club Red stage in Tempe on July 21! Show starts at 8:30 PM.

I believe this is Kweli's third time coming to Arizona within the last two or three years. Without a doubt, devoted fans will be there in full force!

I've said it before and I'll say it again ... Kweli has put out some brilliant tracks but "The Blast" is my ALL-TIME favorite ish!!

Get your tickets now before this show sells out!

http://www.ticketmaster.com/Talib-Kweli-tickets/artist/806239

Club Red is located 2155 E. University Drive, Tempe and is a standing room only venue.

Event subject to change without notice.

Comedian Mike Epps at Stand Up Live in Phoenix on July 5-8

Comedian Mike Epps will blow up the stage on July 5-8 at Stand Up Live, 50 W. Jefferson St, Phoenix.

Epps has generated an extraordinary amount of buzz among his peers and within the entertainment industry for being one of the funniest comic actors to emerge into the Hollywood scene. He currently stars in his own standup special “Mike Epps Presents,” and is on a national sold out comedy tour, Mike Epps & Friends.

Epps was mostly recently seen starring in the Sony Pictures film “Jumping the Broom.” Known for his quick wit and ability to blend hip hop audiences with comedy, Epps hosted both the 2009 and 2010 BET Hip Hop Awards to rave reviews.

With a career that expands from standup comedy to tv to film to hosting, standup, Mike’s current success is hard earned and well deserved.

Buy your tickets at standuplive.com.

Comedian Lil Duval at Stand Up Live in Phoenix on May 26-27; Enter to Win Tickets!

PhxSoul.com Is Giving Away FIVE Pairs of Tickets to This Weekend's Shows!

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Comedian Lil Duval will hit the stage on May 26-27 at Stand Up Live, 50 W. Jefferson St, Phoenix.

Lil Duval has become a force in comedy since 2001 after performing at the Oakland Bay Area Competition. He was approached by Cedric the Entertainer’s road manager and was invited to perform on the Budweiser tour featuring Cedric and four additional comedians. Powell was then invited by Cedric to perform on his television special Cedric the Entertainer: Starting Lineup.

In 2003, he released the underground comedy DVD Dat Boy Funny, which also featured several upcoming comedians featuring colorful sketch pieces and parodies mocking events in pop culture. The following year, Powell became a regular featured performer on three seasons of BET’s ComicView. Powell released his second DVD Put Your Hands on Me in 2005. That same year he appeared in Three 6 Mafia's independent film, Choices II: The Setup, as well as being featured on various skits of the film's soundtrack.

In addition to stand-up comedy, Powell has appeared in several music videos.

Don't miss these hilarious Memorial Day weekend shows!

Buy your tickets at standuplive.com.

Events subject change without notice.