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PhxSoul.com's Weekend Wrap-Up for May 17-19 - Soulful Events in the Phoenix Area

If you are looking for something to do in the Valley of the Sun this weekend, check out PhxSoul.com's recommended list of community and nightlife events below.

• May 17-19: Charlie Murphy with Special Guest Freez at Stand Up Live in Phoenix

• May 18: 100 Black Men of Phoenix Scholarship Golf Tournament

• May 18: Heart & Soul AZ Challenge 5k Walk/Run in Tempe

• May 18: Woman-to-Woman Brunch & Beyond in Phoenix

• May 18: International Natural Hair Meetup Day in Tempe

• May 18: Youth Malcolm X Day Program at Mesa Public Library

• May 18: Meeting Creativity Show, Networking Event in Phoenix

• May 18: Delta Sigma Theta to Host Rock the Red III in Phoenix

• May 18: Spoken Word Showcase featuring Dwele, Bilal LIVE at Celebrity Theatre

• May 19: Roslyn Williams Hosts "Life Matters Today" Radio Show on KXXT 1010 AM

• May 19: Roll Bounce Sundays Adult Skate Session at Great Skate Glendale

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Gospel Mic Speaks - Open Mic Night on May 31 in Glendale

Gospel Mic Speaks

Open Mic Night

Friday, May 31
6:30 PM

Prophetic Vision Ministries
5830 N. 59th Ave.
Glendale, AZ

Event subject to change without notice.

Annual Women’s Day on May 26 at Tanner Chapel AME Church in Phoenix

The Women of the Historic Tanner Chapel AME Church, 20 S. 8th Street, Phoenix will celebrate their Annual Women’s Day, Sunday, May 26 at 7:45 and 10:45 a.m.

The theme is “Letting Go and Going Forward, Philippians 3:12-14.

The guest speakers are First Lady Michele Thomas, Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church and Rev. Sharmaine Fort, Berean Church, respectively.

The Women will also host two workshops on Saturday, May 25 from 8:00 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. at 700 E. Jefferson Street, 3rd Floor.

The topics are Spiritual and Legal Health presented by Rev. Sharmaine Fort and Dean Shirley Mays, respectively, concluding with lunch.

Please contact the church office if you are interested in attending the workshops at 602-253-8426.

Events subject to change without notice.

"Work Hard, Play Hard" Final Fridays Social Hour on May 31 at MINT Ultra Lounge in Scottsdale

First Class Socialite presents

"Work Hard, Play Hard" Final Fridays Social Hour

Date: May 31; 5PM - 9PM

Location: MINT Ultra Lounge - 7373 E. Camelback Road, Scottsdale, AZ

 

Every last Friday of each month - Music, drinks, food, and the Valley's young professionals. May we are hosting in conjunction with National Black MBA Association - Phoenix.

 

No Cover - get your bracelets at table for drink specials. Half off drinks and $2 off appetizers to 7. $5 Wells, Wine, and Champagne until 9PM.

Event subject to change without notice.

Phoenix Carnival “Cultural Heat Wave” on May 25-26! Join the Memorial Day Weekend Festivities!

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In 2012, the first-ever Trinidad & Tobago Caribbean style Carnival took place in the Valley of the Sun with hundreds chipping in the streets.

Once again, the people of Arizona will be treated to Phoenix Carnival “Cultural Heat Wave.” The two days of festivities and revelry will commence on Saturday, May 25 and continue until Sunday, May 26 on Memorial Day weekend.

Presented by CAPAZ - The Caribbean American Phoenix Carnival Cultural Association of Arizona, this year’s costumed masquerade parade will be staged on the streets of downtown Phoenix on Sunday, May 26. Steelpan bands, music trucks and DJs will provide music for the costumed revelers including local personalities from City and State from 11:00 am.

Although, there will not be a dedicated J’Ouvert as such in the pre-dawn hours, mud mas, ole mas and tee shirt bands will be accommodated in the parade.

A new event in the form of a Kiddies (Junior) Carnival costume parade will be included in the Carnival calendar. This takes place on May 25 at Wesley Bolin Plaza along 1700 W. Washington Street from 1:00pm.      
 
Prior to the parade are several pre-Carnival events including The Caribbean Flag Party on May 24th at The Brick, An All-White Party, also on May 25th culminating with the Las Lap Party on Sunday night (May 26th) at the Ocean 7 Night Club, Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale.

In addition, there will be a Carnival Oasis at the Wesley Bolin Plaza, 1700 W. Washington Avenue, with food vendors with their traditional Caribbean dishes from pelau, roti, pastries to Caribbean spices and chutneys, arts and crafts, pulsating rhythms in soca, calypso and reggae. Other features at “the village” include a Cool Down at the Beverage Garden and a Children’s Zone with face painting and games.

CAPAZ is the driving force behind the Carnival and is a registered non-profit, tax-exempt organization working diligently with community leaders, businesses and the Caribbean Community to establish support for At-Risk-Youth programs.

For more information, call 480-525-4627 or email phoenixcarnival@gmail.com.

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The Caribbean Carnival Start-Up on May 25 at Spanish Fly Mexican Beach Club in Scottsdale - Memorial Day Weekend

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The Caribbean Carnival Start-Up!!

ARISE' The Ultimate Morning Fete to Hit 'Phoenix Carnival 2013'
Memorial Day Weekend

Saturday Morning
May 25

6AM - 12PM

Spanish Fly Mexican Beach Club
4341 N. 75th St.
Scottsdale, AZ

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Meeting Creativity Show, Networking Event to Launch on May 18 in Phoenix

Don't miss the debut of "Meeting Creativity," a show for creative minds to come together and network, on May 18 from 6-10 pm at Buds Glass Joint in the downtown arts district, 1021 N. 1st Street, Phoenix.

The event will feature a live painter, live spoken word artist, and live musical act - all local. At the end of the night, the live painter will be raffling off the work that is done that night, and space will be available for people who are not performing to exhibit and sell their original art work, regardless of medium.

Cover is $5 in advance of the show, and $7 at the door.

For more information, contact Ursula Kay Vos at (602)796-3284 or ursulakayvos@gmail.com.

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Nominations Being Sought for 2013 Community Leadership Awards - Due May 31

In an era that has been buffeted by scandals, labor conflicts, and individual misconduct in sports, it is important to continue to recognize and honor those individuals and organizations, which are making a significant positive contribution to our communities. Linking Sports & Communities LLC (LSC) is a Phoenix-based 501 (c)(3) non-profit, which encourages Arizona student athletes ages 12-18 to stay in school, lead healthy lifestyles and be financially responsible.  In its 10th year, LSC will again be presenting its Community Leadership Awards to worthy nominees in Arizona.

LSC is currently soliciting nominations of individuals, organizations and students (ages 12-18) who have put service to others above personal gain, demonstrated courage and, in other ways, served as outstanding role models. Previous winners have included community leaders, such as Jerry Colangelo, Luis Gonzalez, Jim Bruner, Shane and Andrea Doan, Michael Bankston, and organizations, such as Arizona Special Olympics and Future for Kids. The 2013 selectees will be recognized later this year at Phoenix International Raceway on November 7.

Nominations are due by MAY 31, 2013. Additional information and forms can be obtained at www.linkingsports.org or by emailing info@linkingsports.org.

Black Girls Code Is Going to Cannes; Short Film Directed by Native Arizonan Shanice Johnson

Black Girls Code is an amazing movement spearheaded by the pioneer Kimberly Bryant.

This is an organization based towards pushing forth the notion that yes, little girls of color can code too. They can invent, build and create. They can move a nation and they can change the world. Through workshops on coding, science and app building, Black Girls Code is creating a new set of pioneers.

Directed by emerging Arizona director, Shanice M. Johnson, CEO of Malakai Creative LLC – this short film of 15 minutes was made to inspire and to educate the world about how BLACKGIRLSCODE IS BUILDING CHANGE-MAKERS. The film was scored by Bronze Candidate,  a Phoenix producer and member of  Shining Soul.

“Being a black woman in the fields of post-production I often find myself feeling isolated quite often,” said Shanice when asked about how she came to the idea for the documentary.

“Finding out about BlackGirlsCode for me was like finding out that I had a group of long lost little sisters, change-makers who also wanted to go forth in the fields of STEM.”

From there, her journey went forth. What started out as a simple creative and inspired inclination turned into an amazing collaborative project. Produced by Janet Robinson, SCC Professor - this short film was originally created for the FOCUS Forward competition in August 2012, and has quickly expanded into a 15-minute piece that has in fact been accepted into the Cannes Film Festival (SHORT FILM CORNER - May 2013).

“This short film can in NO WAY cover the immense amount of change that Kimberly Bryant and Black Girls Code has made within the world thus far," says the Malakai Creative website pertaining to BlackGirlsCode. "We will however continue to push forth the mantra of innovation, the mantra of bridging the digital divide.

“Going to Cannes as apart of the Short Film Corner is an honor. But this isn’t the end," says Shanice when asked about future documentary plans. "We’re currently developing a web-series and a feature.”

Needless to say, this short film is the start of a prolific documentary journey with Kimberly Bryant and BlackGirlsCode.

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Pharoahe Monch LIVE on June 19 at Club Red in Tempe - Buy Your Tickets Here!

Pharoahe Monch LIVE

Club Red
2155 E. University Dr
Tempe, AZ, 85281

June 19
8 PM

Pharoahe Monch, throughout his storied career, has always chosen to attempt to reach the souls of Hip-Hop folk with high caliber lyricism over a wide variety of music inspired by some of the greatest musicians of all time.

Click here to buy your tickets:

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Achievements in Global Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Philanthropy to Be Honored at 2013 Positively Powerful Woman Awards on June 21 in Phoenix

Arizona women achieving success in their fields will be honored at the Sixth Annual Positively Powerful Woman Awards on June 21 at the Ritz Carlton in Phoenix. The awards presentation and luncheon takes place at 11:30 am followed by a unique dialog on the subjects during the Conversation on Leadership Summit immediately following the awards program from 2:30-6 pm.

“I believe all people have the capacity to be positively powerful,” says Dr. Joel Martin, author and renowned international trainer, speaker and coach. “Through the awards, I honor women servant leaders making significant impacts on the lives of others. My goal is to empower all people to go for their highest aspirations because of the examples set by these amazing role models,” says Martin. Dr. Martin is the founder and creator of the annual Positively Powerful Woman Awards program.

The awards program and summit will include a recipient panel discussion, speakers and transformational action learning focused on enhancing personal, professional and business development. They, along with each of the previous 16 award recipients, will be highlighted as shining examples of women making a difference in their respective areas. Registration is $75.

Event information including sponsorship opportunities be found at ppw2013awards.eventbrite.com. 

The 2013 Positively Powerful Woman Award recipients are:

• Global Leadership: Jackie Thompson, Community Affairs & Grassroots, Southwest Airlines
• STEMM Leadership: Dr. RaShonda Flint, Director of TRiO SSS STEM, ASU West Campus
• Philanthropic Leadership: Debbie Gaby, President, Sleep America
• Nonprofit Leadership: Patricia Hibbeler, CEO, Phoenix Indian Center
• Entrepreneurial Leadership: Kimber Lanning, Founder and Executive Director, Local First Arizona
• Educational Leadership: Shirley Mays, Dean & Professor of Law, Phoenix School of Law
• Corporate Leadership: Marian Yim, Shareholder, Wong Fujii Carter, PC

2013 corporate sponsors include: Southwest Airlines, Southwest Gas, Henkel, National Bank of Arizona, Arizona State University, and KGPR. Sponsorship information at ppw2013sponsor.eventbrite.com.

Dr. Joel P. Martin is considered “a genuine genius in her approach to personal transformation.”

She is a training designer, facilitator and executive coach, speaker and author.

She has worked with hundreds of individuals in Fortune 500 companies, nonprofit and entrepreneurial organizations across many industries in the U.S, South Africa, France, the U.K., Latvia, Finland, Malaysia, Russia and China. Her company, Triad West Inc., specializes in diversity and inclusion, leadership, alignment and breakthrough performance. Dr. Martin serves as a commissioner on the Human Relations Commission, City of Scottsdale, a board member of ABHOW (American Baptist Homes of the West) and the director of Education and Training for the annual FraserNet PowerNetworking Conference.

Delta Sigma Theta to Host Rock the Red III on May 18 in Phoenix

DELTA SIGMA THETA SORORITY, INC.
PHOENIX METROPOLITAN ALUMNAE CHAPTER

ROCK THE RED III

Saturday, May 18
8PM-1AM

DJ, Dancing, Pool
Meet New People/Have Fun/Share Laughter while supporting Your Community!

Travis L. Williams American Legion
1624 E. Broadway Road PHX 85040
(MAJOR CROSS STREETS: 16th Street and Broadway Road)

ONLY $10
* MUST BE 21 OR OVER *

Proceeds support our Scholarship and Community Service efforts.

For more information, send an e-mail to info@dstphoenixalumnae.org or call 623.777.9DST!

Event subject to change without notice.

Justin Timberlake's 20/20 Experience World Tour to Stop at US Airways Center in Phoenix on December 2

One of this generation’s most-celebrated entertainers, Justin Timberlake, announced that he will kick off The 20/20 Experience World Tour starting this year on October 31.

After dominating the global charts with the release of his acclaimed new album, The 20/20 Experience, Timberlake will bring his electrifying live shows to fans with a worldwide tour that will run through 2014.

The 20/20 Experience World Tour will come to US Airways Center in Phoenix on December 2. Tickets go on sale to the public on May 17.

For the latest information regarding pre-sale and on-sale dates, please visit www.justintimberlake.com or www.livenation.com.

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Heart & Soul AZ Challenge 5k Walk/Run Year-End Finale on May 18 at Kiwanis Park in Tempe

“Stomping Out Obesity in Our Communities” is the Year-End Series Finale of the Heart & Soul AZ Challenge 5k Run/Walk event and will be held at Kiwanis Park in Tempe, AZ on May 18.

This event will culminate the series of three 90-Day Challenges and 5k Walk/Runs that began in August 2012. Chase Bank will present monetary prizes to Series Champions and gifts will be presented to all race participants. There will be music, fun activities and vendors available. Start time for the first race will begin 7:00a.m. Early bird registration is $10.00 and $20.00 on race day.

Obesity remains a challenge for most Americans. Sixty-eight percent of all Americans are overweight or obese, over one-third are obese and the prevalence has steadily increased among men and women of all ages, racial/ethnic groups and educational levels. One in four Arizonans are overweight or obese. According to the American Medical Association, when you take into account reduced productivity, increased absenteeism, and increased healthcare costs due to preventable illness, the cost per year of poor employee nutrition averages out to about $1,474 per employee.

The Heart & Soul AZ Challenge is a collaborative effort of Tanner Community Development Corporation, Greater Phoenix Black Nurses Association and St. Luke’s Health Initiatives that assists churches and their congregations to get physically active, focus on good nutrition and begin to live healthier lifestyles. Challenge participants were asked to be physically active for at least 30 minutes (adults) or 60 minutes (youth) a day, five-six days a week for 90 consecutive days. Each challenge ended with a timed, 5k Walk/Run on a USATF certified course and participants were able to connect with each other as well as improve their 5k endurance and speed. Throughout the challenge, a five-point physical assessment from a certified fitness professional recorded weight, body fat percentage, body mass index, basal metabolic rate, and hydration percentage. A Certified Health Coach publishes a health newsletter for participants, answers questions and assists in starting wellness programs in churches and schools throughout the Valley.

Subject: Heart & Soul AZ Challenge 5K Run/Walk Year-End Finale
Date: May 18, 2013
Time: 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Location: Kiwanis Park, 6111 All-America Way, Tempe, AZ 85283
Contact: Bette Vargas
Office: 602.253.6904
Cell: 623.221.9003
Email: info@tcdccorp.org

Register online at tcdccorp.org.

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HomeBase Poetry Open Mic, I Am Jones’ CD Release on May 26 in Phoenix - Memorial Day Weekend

Memorial Day Weekend

HomeBase Poetry Open Mic and I Am Jones’ CD release

Sunday, May 26

Renaissance Hotel
Downtown Phoenix
50 E. Adams

6pm registration
7pm-10pm Open Mic

10pm until after party with Chi-Town’s own MEL-ROB

Click on the flyer below for more info

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Accounting Career Awareness Program - Summer Residency Program at ASU on June 23-27

Accounting Career Awareness Program (ACAP)

A Summer Residency Program hosted at Arizona State University

June 23-27

The National Association of Black Accountants – Phoenix Chapter is hosting its 6th annual Phoenix Accounting Career Awareness Program (“ACAP”) for high school students interested in a field in accounting or business-related fields.

This FREE program provides an environment that fosters and inspires the growth of young minority students into professionals within the accounting and business-related fields.

Activities of the ACAP program include group projects, networking, presentations and team work.

The final deadline for applying for attendance is May 12, 2013.

Click here for the application and more info:

http://acapphx2013.eventbrite.com

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Shades - The Official Caribbean Carnival Day Fete on May 25 at The Duce in Phoenix

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Shades - The Official Caribbean Carnival Day Fete

The Duce
525 S Central Ave.
Phoenix, AZ

May 25

2-6 pm
Drink specials

For more information, read the flyer below.

Event subject to change without notice.

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Charlie Murphy with Special Guest Freez at Stand Up Live in Phoenix on May 17-19

Charlie Murphy with Special Guest Freez
May 17-19

Stand Up Live
50 W Jefferson St.
Phoenix, AZ

Showtimes:

Fri. 7:30PM & 10:15PM
Sat. 7:00PM & 10:15PM
Sun. 7:00PM

Charlie’s Murphy’s rapid evolution from "Chappelle's Show" cast member to top-billed international comedian, playing to sold-out audiences around the globe, has been remarkable. He has spent the past eight years performing his critically acclaimed stand-up show and solidifying his position in Hollywood as a true acting, writing and producing talent, in his own right. Charlie has toured nationally with the “I’m Rich Bitch” comedy tour, featuring fellow “Chappelle’s Show” cast members Bill Burr and Donnell Rawlings. “Charlie Murphy and Friends” and a co-headlining tour with Mike Epps followed. Next, Murphy co-headlined the 20-city “Maxim/Bud Light Real Men of Comedy Tour” with Joe Rogan and John Heffron. Soon after was the headline tour “I Will Not Apologize” for which Murphy filmed his first DVD special of the same title.

A career spanning 2 decades, his feature films include: Lottery Ticket, Roll Bounce, Chris Rock’s classic hip-hop parody CB4, Spike Lee’s Jungle Fever, Night at the Museum, Harlem Nights and Vampire in Brooklyn, on which Charlie was credited as a writer. 

Buy tickets at StandUpLive.com.

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Bennu Institute of Arizona Seeks Youth Participants for Malcolm X Day Program on May 18 in Mesa

The Bennu Institute of Arizona is seeking youth participants for a poster board (standard school size) or other multi-media entries on the life and influence of Malcolm X for its Malcolm X Day program to be held at the Mesa Public Library on May 18 from 11 AM to 1 PM.

Three prizes will be given for the best poster board or other multi-media presentation accompanying an oral explanation.

The prizes will be $25.00 for an elementary school student, $50.00 for a middle school student, and $100.00 for a high school student via a U.S. Savings Bond.

Participating youth must be a student at an Arizona elementary, middle or high school.

Students must bring their poster board (standard school size) or other multi-media to the event to be judged.

For more information, contact Itibari M. Zulu at 602-316-3820 or jpanafrican@yahoo.com or visit The Bennu Institute of Arizona on Facebook for updates.

Desert's Best Musical Extravaganza 2013 on October 19 at the Yuma County Fairgrounds

The Desert's Best Musical Extravaganza 2013 will be held on October 19 at the Yuma County Fairgrounds, 2520 E. 32nd St., Yuma, AZ.

It will be a family oriented fun-filled day with something for everyone.

During the day, there will be a talent competition with a $1,000 cash prize, self-help and music workshops, as well as carnival rides and a 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament.

In the evening, there will be an action-packed concert featuring contemporary Christian music artist Jimmie Needham, Kirk Franklin's newest group - The Walls Group, God's Small Wonders and several local artists.

This event seeks to give the young and old alike something spectacular and positive to enjoy. The money raised at this event goes to local churches and charity organizations in order to build up positive influences within the communities.

This event will be open to vendors for food, entertainment, and retail type merchandise.

Charter Bus transportation from Phoenix will be available!

For more information, visit desertsbestme.com.

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