FIRST OFF THANKS TO THOSE OF YOU WHO VOTED FOR MY BLOG OUTTOWN (www.maatspear.blogspot.com) for Best Blog for this year's Best Of St. Louis Poll. I along with the rest of you who voted will find out in the paper's on Sept 27 on results. Fingers crossed.Also, be lookin out in in the last Wednesday of this month for my cover story with Brian Stemmons, doorman and owner of Frontline Protection and his take on the STL club scene in my story, "VIp Check: A Doorman's P.O.V. of the STL Club Scene."
AND NOW ON TO THE BLOG:
THE KINGDOM STARS OSCAR AWARD® WINNER JAMIE FOXX
AND AN ALL-STAR CAST
Oscar® winner Jamie Foxx stars in a thriller right out of today’s headlines about the explosive clash that happens when Middle East meets West in The Kingdom, directed by Peter Berg. Foxx is joined by an extraordinary cast -- Oscar® winner Chris Cooper (Adaptation, Breach) and Golden Globe winners Jennifer Garner (Daredevil, Catch and Release) and Jason Bateman (Smokin’ Aces, The Break-Up).
Universal Pictures will release The Kingdom nationwide on Friday, September 28.
Foxx portrays whip-smart FBI Special Agent Ronald Fleury, who has just received the assignment of his career: assemble a team to go to Riyadh to hunt down and capture the terrorist mastermind behind a deadly attack on Americans working in Saudi Arabia. The feds have only one week to infiltrate and cripple a cell bent on jihad to western society.
No training could prepare Fleury and his team for the disorienting culture shock they face once inside this scorching foreign land—a byzantine maze of profiteering politicians and storefront terrorists. Bound by handlers who refuse to play ball with the U.S., the agents quickly find the local law enforcement more hindrance than help and soon grow uncertain of anybody’s allegiance.
But when a sympathetic Saudi police captain helps them navigate Riyadh politics and investigate the true cause of the attack, Fleury finds an unexpected comrade-in-arms. In their lightning fast attempt to crack the case, the partners’ search leads them straight to the killers’ front door. Now in a fight for their own lives, two teams on opposite sides of the war on terror won’t stop until vengeance is found in The Kingdom.
The filmmakers knew when they were searching for an action star to play the head of an elite FBI task force, they should turn to Oscar® winner Jamie Foxx. Mann handed the screenplay to Foxx on the set of Miami Vice. The actor responded to Fleury’s pain at losing an old friend in the bombing…and his desire for revenge.
Notes Foxx, “Fleury has to deal with the fact that his views on the war on terror change completely when someone he and his family love and admire loses his life. Death has been brought to his doorstep, and he must decide how to deal with it.”
Producer Mann commends, “Jamie can project himself so thoroughly into characters and identities. He’s absolutely credible to me as somebody in the FBI—there is a seriousness of intent that these folks have.”
Producer Stuber was in agreement. During his time at Universal, Stuber oversaw several projects in which Foxx would star. From Ray to Jarhead and Miami Vice, the filmmaker had worked with Foxx and pursued him for the starring role in The Kingdom.
To prepare for their roles, Foxx, Cooper, Garner and Bateman trained with real FBI agents at bomb classes in Los Angeles. They learned the basics of high and low explosives, use of guns, finger printing and methods for collecting forensic information. It was also a practical experience where they observed the personalities of the agents.
“For the real guys, dealing with explosive and threats was just another day in the office. They joked and kept things light. I brought that attitude to my role as FBI Special Agent Ron Fleury,” Foxx confides.
Movie info and photo courtesy of http://www.rozstevensonpr.com/
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STL-TIDBITZ.The top chiefs in the city are getting their share of newz this week. First, the STL Fire Chief Promotions controversy is heatin up even more this week. Now the boss to Fire Chief Sherman George Public Safety Director Sam Simon (not Mayor Francis Slay as I reported last week who was boss to Simon) George's immediate boss at City Hall, quit to become head of campus security at St. Louis University. Just days ago, Simon threatened George with disciplinary action if he didn’t promote African Americans in the fire department based upon the court ruling that the tests that were administered to the firefighters were not racially based. The deadline is Sept 14 (this Friday) and Simon took a hike from having to do a disciplinary act to George of George didn’t make the deadline. To make matters even more stranger, Slay hired veteran aide Charles Bryson as a replacement, putting one of his most trusted advisers at the helm of a delicate situation. And Bryson is African American. Can we say the race card is being used by white people. Probably so. To have Bryson to fire George if need be, then the blow wouldn’t cause potential unrest with blacks inside and outside of the department. This is getting crazy for real…...............The other was St. Louis Police chief Joe Mowka who, at this printing, will hear form his peers if he has the trust of them to lead them. On Wednesday, the executive board of the St. Louis Police Officers Association is asking its 1200 members to vote.A general membership meeting will take place Wednesday night at 7 p.m. Officers will have a chance to discuss the measure on understaffing, no two cops per car (which stemmed in part from the tragic killing of rookie cop Norvelle Brown) and underpay…….....Speaking of cops, the small town of St. George is getting its share of 15 minutes of fame when a young St. Louis man, Brett Darrow, who videotaped a police officer Sgt. James Kuehnlein’s angry taunts during a traffic stop, and later posting the footage on the Internet where thousands of viewers have watched it, said he wants the officer fired. It has been reported that St. George is a traffic stop and this I’m sure will get people talking about police conduct (having Darrow hits make sit even more interesting) . I wonder what would have happened if Darrow was African American? ………………..Looks like Rams player Orlando Pace will be out for the season after tearing up his rotary cup in his right shoulder in last Sunday;s game. Pace is having his share of injuries within the last few seasons, just last season, he was recouperating from calf and hamstring and tricep injuries……………….Now that Illinois has become the 22nd state to ban indoor smoking from public places and workplaces, and goes into effect Jan1, 2008, talk on radio programs is what will the new casino Queen do with gamblers who smoke? That will be a big problem if gamblers got a good hand and they get a tobacco fit……………………..…Well at least those smokers and all of Illinois will get their refund checks from Ameren within the month of September. The $1 billion in payouts were negotiated behind closed doors after public outcry forced lawmakers, utility officials and others to address concerns over high power bills………………..STL comedian Lavelle Crawford is in the Top Three finalists of the show Last Comic Standing last Wedsneday. The show will air this Wednesday at 8 p.m. on NBC. Lets hope Crawford can make it all the way to the Top Two. The show's two-hour live season finale will air on Wednesday, September 19 at 9PM ET/PT. The winner will receive a grand prize package that includes a talent contract deal with NBC, a Bravo half-hour comedy special and $250,000...................................... According to New York magazine, an unlucky Baby Phat employee misspelled Kimora Lee Simmon's name as "Kimmora" under the logo for her KLS couture line party onlast Friday night. Not to be messy - but someone had to do it - a New York magazine writer pointed out the error to Kimora when she arrived on the red carpet. At first, Kimora expressed surprise, "Where?!" she said, turning around. Then she tried to play it off, saying, "I'll be Kimmy-mora for tonight. It's fine, it's no big deal. It’s just an extra 'm' — it stands for 'million.'" But, deep inside, Kimora was surely steaming with rage. A staffer close to the diva says the error will probably cost someone his job…...................STL ‘s adopted son Ike Turner is going to have his relaity show soon. Its going to be with the ex-wife he accused of trying to poison him. I can just imagine what the show will be like (Can you imagine COPS meets Being Bobby brown?)……………… Could someone tell me if my pics are in the new issue of Alive Magazine during the magazine’s fashion week a couple of weeks ago? For all of you Woodie Award/Black rep fans, this year's annual award fundrasier was shleved this year and wil be back again next year.(The PR statement was the committeee used all of its funds for last year's the 30th Annual Black Rep celebration for the reason why it was shelved)........…................ A Centreville teenager, Lance Smith, 15, was charged Tuesday with two counts of aggravated discharge of a firearm and one count of unlawful use of a weapon for allegedly firing a gun into Alternative High School and Crisis Center in Alorton school last Friday. The shooting took place while students were on school grounds, but no students were in the classroom at the time of the shooting………………My father’s security company, Professional Security has landed a contract to guard the Katherine Dunham’s Museum on 10th Street and Pennsylvania (aka Katherine Dunham Place). There will be new construction taking place starting Oct. 1………………Did anyone go to the St. Louis Art fair in Clayton last weekend?..... Has anyone peeped out the new hot spot Lush on Olive (I hear they got a killer oxygen bar)?................................SIUE has enrolled the largest fall freshman class in its history, according to Scott Belobrajdic, SIUE's assistant vice chancellor for Enrollment Management . Belobrajdic released the fall numbers Friday, noting that 1,829 first-time freshmen had enrolled for fall, up from 1,764 last year, representing the fourth consecutive year of growth in new students enrolled at SIUE………Whats up with some thundercats getting arrested at the Dub Magazine Auto Show and having the cops to make arrests at America’s Center? Speaking of the Auto Show, at the After party, I hear STL based rapper Huey, who was one of the performers at the Auto show along with Bone Thugs and Lil Scrappy, turned it out at Spruills after the Dub Auto Show. Anyone go? I’m curious if he talked about his beef with Nelly and the whole New St. Lou movement….............Speaking of parties, my girl Mocha Latte’s Sunday Night Shindig turned it out once again as her event was one of the after parties for the Dub Show (Spruills was the official one), but if I heard correctly, the Shindig had the most “capacitied” crowd. In the house were Krayzie Bone of Bone Thugs and STL’s Lil Scrappy ……………... Actor and activist Hill Harper will be the keynote speaker at this years’ Salute to Excellence in Education Scholarship and Awards Banquet put on by the St. Louis American. It will be at the America;s center. So if you got $85 bones you can check out the speech…………………St. Louis was repped in Jet Magazine in its August 27 issue as the 2008 Jet Model Search came to the STL and Tony Scott and the Breakfast Crew was pictured with STL model hopefuls Marshawn Watson and Kendra Christian............................. And speaking of the Breakfast Crew, much love to Tammie Holland and the Breakfast Crew this week who talked about my blog OUTTOWN as far as my pics of her as the Best Dressed female at Nelly’s Black and White Gala at the Chase. . You can check it out by going to Majic 104.9’s website http://www.kmjm.com/pages/tammiesinsider.html and check out what Ms. Holland had to say about my blog (oh and my bad about spelling your name Tammi. LOL) The shout out in both places increased my hits over 300 percent! Thank you!..............As the Jena 6 sentencing gets near (Sept. 20), Rev Jesse Jackson and Al Sharpton are callin for a march at the small Louisiana town to protest the sentencing date. Anyone from the STL area going?.FOR MOR EINFO ON THE TRIP TO JENA GO TO http://www.naacp.org/get-involved/activism/alerts/110aa-2007-7-20/index.htm.......................
And lastly, OUTTOWnN would like to give its heartfelt memories to the victims, heroes and sheroes of 9/11.
MIA (MISSING IN ACTION) FILE—What ever happened to actor/model Sherrick “King James” Powell?
And lastly, OUTTOWnN would like to give its heartfelt memories to the victims, heroes and sheroes of 9/11.
MIA (MISSING IN ACTION) FILE—What ever happened to actor/model Sherrick “King James” Powell?
MIA FOUND—Terrie. Last week, I asked what happend to Harold Guy and Terrie of Vision group and Terri((e) responded to me via email. She writes:
Hey Luv,
I am so glad someone is checkin' for me. (LOL) I hope this email fines you well.
1st. I am not nor have I ever been a part of The Vision Group. TGPR (THE TAYLOR GROUP) and The Vision Group partnered to create a couple of events.
1st. I am not nor have I ever been a part of The Vision Group. TGPR (THE TAYLOR GROUP) and The Vision Group partnered to create a couple of events.
2rd. ( And most important) I have had my nose to the grind stone working on a new publication, (I believe you meet members of my editorial team at Nelly's Gala) EDGE Magazine. EDGE will be launching this October with one of the hottest launch parties. You know how I do!
Wordz to the Whyz on MTV Awards. Why did rapper Lil Mama look like a ghetto Strawberry Shortcake with a pacifier?....Why did MTV cut from the performances in the suites before and after commercials?....Why did the crowd of celebs look like they didn’t know ho wto react when they saw Britney Spears’ lax performance on the show? Why did Dr. Dre look like He-man?....Why was Nicole S. of the Pussy cat Girls tryin to conjure up Vanity of Vanity 6 with her performance?.....Why does MTV vee-jay Jon Norris go overboard with the blonde tinted hair?....Why did the camera get a close up of Ashanti mouthing every word of Rhianna’s performance of Umbrella?....Why did Nelly present Alicia keys with a cup of beer in his hand?......Why did Kanye West’s suit look like the old koot form the Monoploy game?....And why was on every performance almost in the suites?.....Why did they have Miss Teen USA contestant South Carolina on there parodying her speech on there? ….Why did comedienne Sarah Silverman go overboard with her jokes about Britney?....Why did Justin Timberlake feel on his own ass during his performance with Timbaland?....And speaking of Timbaland, why does it seem Timbaland has crossed over too much in the pop and rock world?....Why wasn’t there many awards given out this year? Why did actor Shia Labeuf leak out the new title to the movie Indian Jones and wasn’t supposed to?.... Why did 50 Cent dis Beyonce by not kissing her when she leaned over to get a kiss from him when she won her award?...Why was Alicia keys almost bursting out of her leather jumpsuit?....Why was Jamie Foxx clowning out too much on stage with Jennifer Garner?.....Why was Timbaland shouting out to Diddy that he was ready to go his after party after his performance was over? And the question of the evening….Why were Pam Anderson’s exes Kid Rock and Tommy Lee fighting during commercial?
FIDDY-KANYE-BITZ. As far as the whole Fiddy and Kanye record battle on Sept 11 televised on Tuesday on 106 and park, I must say that Kanye won hands down in the challenge if the show was any indication. It looked like Fiddy didn’t know how to react after Kanye’s mentor Jay Z came out to perform a snippet of “Encore” after one of Kanye’s performances (All he could do was make the Rock-fella sign and then did a playful “get out o f here’ hand gesture). Even though the rivalry is all in fun, it was quite breath stopping to see if Fiddy or Kanye were gonna do anything out of character. I just feel for the country star Kenny Chesney's camp whose new album was released along with the two rappers!
EVENT-IDBITZ. Stress Free Fridays--Friday, September 14, 2007 5pm Maryland House@Brennan's (info@durangocigars.com)> 4659-A Maryland Avenue> St. Louis, Missouri 63108> 314-361-9444.
EVENT SPOTLIGHT
SO DIVERSE presents the following: Come help me celebrate my friend Rob Kirk birthday and my best friend/business partner Deidria Bowden going away party! This is definitely going be a night to remember! We have two of the hottest DJ'S in the Lou on the 1s and 2s-DJ Reminise and DJ Enoch! SEE YOU THERE!! Where:609 Lounge (609 Eastgate-Delmar Loop) When: Saturday, September 15, 2007 Time: 8pm-2am $5 Cover. VIRGOS FREE ALL NIGHT! LADIES FREE BEFORE 10:30PM KITCHEN WILL BE OPEN UNTIL 12 MIDNIGHT
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NEO MEETS SOUL Special Edition Part II, from Sept 21, 9 p.m. at Panama Reds,1909 Locust, $3 Absolut Vodka $5 Remy martin Coignac drinks, $10 Admission For more info call 314.495.0922
For more info email at to sodiverse@yahoo.com
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For more info email at to sodiverse@yahoo.com
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SHAREE GALVIN'S CORNER
Absolut Sundays at Club 609 on Eastgate, with DJ Nappy needles and other special guest dee-jays, Doors at 7 p.m. networking at 9:30 p.m.Ladies free all night. Fellaz $5 after 9:30 p.m.
The Sunday Night Shindig w Mocha Latte Sundays at 9 p..m. Lucky’s (Tucker and Washington). Ladies Free/Free Food.
SLO DOWN presents Flirtatious Fridays at Club 314, Hwy 270 and St. Charles Rock Road (in the Econo Hotel Lodge behind Ryan’s. Ladies free til 10;30 p.m. For Vip and b-day party info call 314. 479.6283
Funny First and Second Saturdays Comedy with Darius Bradford at the Plaza on Broadway.
The Sunday Night Shindig w Mocha Latte Sundays at 9 p..m. Lucky’s (Tucker and Washington). Ladies Free/Free Food.
SLO DOWN presents Flirtatious Fridays at Club 314, Hwy 270 and St. Charles Rock Road (in the Econo Hotel Lodge behind Ryan’s. Ladies free til 10;30 p.m. For Vip and b-day party info call 314. 479.6283
Funny First and Second Saturdays Comedy with Darius Bradford at the Plaza on Broadway.
Club Denim abnd Mocha Latte Present the Official Balck Men Magzaine Model Search, Friday, Oct. 12 from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. at 6635 Delmar (Delmar Loop) . Registration and Interview is free. Judged by Black Men Editor in Chief Marcus Blassingame. Winner will receive a layout in the Black Men Magazine, all expense trip to L.a. or NYC for a photo shoot with $500 spending money, $500 Gift Certificate to Club Denim Clothing Store. To register for competition, call 314. 725. 7773. After Party at cCub Society hosted by video girl Shannon (from Usher and R Kelly's “Same Girl” videio) . For more info and tickets call 314.725.7773
Pick up an Evening Whirl and check out Mocha Latte’s column COFFEE TALK!
For more info on these events, contact her at sgalvin26@yahoo.com
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It's that time once again to come out to The Boulevard St. Louis and "B" SEEN as we begin to fall into those colder days just around the corner! Our last "B" SEEN event for 2007 will be September 19, 2007 from 5:30-8:30pm. Please make sure to e-mail bseen@cheresseink.com and to bring your suggested $10 Donation for the Habitat for Humanity Organization affliated with us on this event! Intersection of Hwy 40 and Brentwood Blvd.
Bill Beene’s Backyard Bash, an end of the Summer Soiree Fri.,Sept 21, 7 p.m. at the Central West Bed and Breakfast , 4045 Washington , $10 For more info 314.750. 3643
1800 Tequila and Inkosi DS presents “CASINO ROYALE” BENEFIT FOR F.I.R.E. FEATURING MUSICAL GUEST CARL THOMAS– For one night, 1800 Tequila and Inkosi DS will transform The Loft, located at 3112 Olive, into an unmatchable first class gaming site while aiding Firefighters Institute for Racial Equality (F.I.R.E.) Charitable Fund in awareness and contributions. On Thursday, September 27, 2007, at 9:00 p.m., “Casino Royale” will be unveiled. Celebrity guest, drink specials and a live performance by Grammy nominated R&B sensation Carl Thomas will compliment an evening of networking, dancing and gaming. F.I.R.E. Charitable Fund will be honored for their commitment and service within the St. Louis community. In addition, a formal check presentation will take place to support their continued efforts. For advanced tickets call Metrotix at (314) 534-1111. For additional info, (314) 361-3984
It's that time once again to come out to The Boulevard St. Louis and "B" SEEN as we begin to fall into those colder days just around the corner! Our last "B" SEEN event for 2007 will be September 19, 2007 from 5:30-8:30pm. Please make sure to e-mail bseen@cheresseink.com and to bring your suggested $10 Donation for the Habitat for Humanity Organization affliated with us on this event! Intersection of Hwy 40 and Brentwood Blvd.
Bill Beene’s Backyard Bash, an end of the Summer Soiree Fri.,Sept 21, 7 p.m. at the Central West Bed and Breakfast , 4045 Washington , $10 For more info 314.750. 3643
1800 Tequila and Inkosi DS presents “CASINO ROYALE” BENEFIT FOR F.I.R.E. FEATURING MUSICAL GUEST CARL THOMAS– For one night, 1800 Tequila and Inkosi DS will transform The Loft, located at 3112 Olive, into an unmatchable first class gaming site while aiding Firefighters Institute for Racial Equality (F.I.R.E.) Charitable Fund in awareness and contributions. On Thursday, September 27, 2007, at 9:00 p.m., “Casino Royale” will be unveiled. Celebrity guest, drink specials and a live performance by Grammy nominated R&B sensation Carl Thomas will compliment an evening of networking, dancing and gaming. F.I.R.E. Charitable Fund will be honored for their commitment and service within the St. Louis community. In addition, a formal check presentation will take place to support their continued efforts. For advanced tickets call Metrotix at (314) 534-1111. For additional info, (314) 361-3984
EVENT SPOTLIGHT
Sip in Style at The Third Annual St. Louis Wine Festival
Presented by Van Kampen Investments
Going strong over the past two years, The St. Louis Wine Festival is back to tantalize your taste buds once again. Last year, over 8,000 people attended the festival held at Forest Park’s beautiful Grand Basin at the foot of Art Hill. This year, the creators of this festival, inPLAY EVENTS, expects to take the festival to a higher level. The weekend festival will feature over 100 Missouri, domestic and international wines from more than 20 wine exhibitors, along with local area restaurants presenting selections from their menus. Once again, St. Louis’ finest local musical talent will be performing including: Kim Massie, Girls Night Out and The Ralph Butler Band. Judging from the level of last year’s attendance, it looks like this may be a great start to another golden St. Louis tradition.
For the third year in a row, Van Kampen Investments returns as the festival’s title sponsor and is committed to supporting the St. Louis Wine Festival through 2009. This high end festival accomplishes its goal of taking the fear out of wine for the novice wine consumer and introducing new wine varieties to the experienced wine buyer while charging a nominal entrance fee.
Top St. Louis restaurants will make their best dishes available for purchase. The festival’s Seminar Stage will feature a full working kitchen for “celebrity” chefs to demonstrate their culinary magic. The stage will also host wine seminars, presented by local and international experts. All of the wines featured at the festival will be available for purchase onsite through the festival’s retail partner, The Wine and Cheese Place (fulfillment of orders will be made by shipping or pickup at one of their five retail outlets). Something new and exciting this year is the addition of a car sponsor: Autohaus of Clayton is stepping up to the pedal, showcasing several newly released 2007 BMW’s and Mini Cooper’s at the festival entrance.
The festival will be Saturday, September 29th (Noon-8pm) and Sunday, September 30th (Noon-6pm). Tickets are $25 at the door for adults ($20 in advance), $15 for Designated Driver ($10 in advance). Patrons under 21 are free when accompanied by an adult. Adult tickets include a souvenir wine glass, 10 tasting tickets (a booklet for 10 additional tickets is $5), wine taster’s program guide and access to all demonstrations, seminars and musical entertainment. Tickets can be purchased at the festival entrance, by calling 888-210-0074 or online at www.stlouiswinefestival.com (last day to order online is September 16, 2007).
Gateway Classic Saturday. Saturday, September 29thMike Shannon's Outfield - 620 Market St.9 pm - 3 am Ladies $5 til 10:30Witness the criteria of St. Louis’ progressive nightlife as STYLISHLY HOT returns for its fifth installment. The ambiance for the evening is provided by Mike Shannon’s Outfield so celebrate the arrival of fall with a party just for you. Calling all socialites, urbanites, fashionistas and professionals craving an experience less ordinary. Attire: Fly & FashionableDJ Reminise Hip-Hop R&BValet Parking & Bottle Service Available
Singlesvibe.com and Something Blue present Oktobetfest Wine Trip at St. Genievieve, Oct. 6 , 11 am- 7 p.m. For tickets and more info call 314..480.9545
SYGU GROUP SUGGESTS Thursdays at the Missouri History Museum: Kick-Off Party Thursday 9/20/07, corner of Debalivere and Lindell 6pm-10pm Free to attend
Presented by Van Kampen Investments
Going strong over the past two years, The St. Louis Wine Festival is back to tantalize your taste buds once again. Last year, over 8,000 people attended the festival held at Forest Park’s beautiful Grand Basin at the foot of Art Hill. This year, the creators of this festival, inPLAY EVENTS, expects to take the festival to a higher level. The weekend festival will feature over 100 Missouri, domestic and international wines from more than 20 wine exhibitors, along with local area restaurants presenting selections from their menus. Once again, St. Louis’ finest local musical talent will be performing including: Kim Massie, Girls Night Out and The Ralph Butler Band. Judging from the level of last year’s attendance, it looks like this may be a great start to another golden St. Louis tradition.
For the third year in a row, Van Kampen Investments returns as the festival’s title sponsor and is committed to supporting the St. Louis Wine Festival through 2009. This high end festival accomplishes its goal of taking the fear out of wine for the novice wine consumer and introducing new wine varieties to the experienced wine buyer while charging a nominal entrance fee.
Top St. Louis restaurants will make their best dishes available for purchase. The festival’s Seminar Stage will feature a full working kitchen for “celebrity” chefs to demonstrate their culinary magic. The stage will also host wine seminars, presented by local and international experts. All of the wines featured at the festival will be available for purchase onsite through the festival’s retail partner, The Wine and Cheese Place (fulfillment of orders will be made by shipping or pickup at one of their five retail outlets). Something new and exciting this year is the addition of a car sponsor: Autohaus of Clayton is stepping up to the pedal, showcasing several newly released 2007 BMW’s and Mini Cooper’s at the festival entrance.
The festival will be Saturday, September 29th (Noon-8pm) and Sunday, September 30th (Noon-6pm). Tickets are $25 at the door for adults ($20 in advance), $15 for Designated Driver ($10 in advance). Patrons under 21 are free when accompanied by an adult. Adult tickets include a souvenir wine glass, 10 tasting tickets (a booklet for 10 additional tickets is $5), wine taster’s program guide and access to all demonstrations, seminars and musical entertainment. Tickets can be purchased at the festival entrance, by calling 888-210-0074 or online at www.stlouiswinefestival.com (last day to order online is September 16, 2007).
Gateway Classic Saturday. Saturday, September 29thMike Shannon's Outfield - 620 Market St.9 pm - 3 am Ladies $5 til 10:30Witness the criteria of St. Louis’ progressive nightlife as STYLISHLY HOT returns for its fifth installment. The ambiance for the evening is provided by Mike Shannon’s Outfield so celebrate the arrival of fall with a party just for you. Calling all socialites, urbanites, fashionistas and professionals craving an experience less ordinary. Attire: Fly & FashionableDJ Reminise Hip-Hop R&BValet Parking & Bottle Service Available
Singlesvibe.com and Something Blue present Oktobetfest Wine Trip at St. Genievieve, Oct. 6 , 11 am- 7 p.m. For tickets and more info call 314..480.9545
SYGU GROUP SUGGESTS Thursdays at the Missouri History Museum: Kick-Off Party Thursday 9/20/07, corner of Debalivere and Lindell 6pm-10pm Free to attend
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THE FOX FILES
Tyler Perry’s What’s Done in the Dark comes to St. Louis for 4 live performances at the Fox Theatre from September 21-Sunday, September 23. Showtimes are Friday, 8 p.m.; Saturday, 3 p.m. & 8 p.m.; and Sunday, 3 p.m. Prices range from $45-$50 depending on performance date and time. Starring the incomparable Mr. Brown (David Mann) and Madea’s daughter Cora (Tamela Mann). Tickets for Tyler Perry’s What’s Done in the Dark are on sale now at the Fox Theatre Box Office and MetroTix outlets. To charge by phone call MetroTix at 314/534-1111 or online at http://www.metrotix.com/. Special prices for groups of 20 or more, call 314/535-2900.
The Sheldon Arts Foundation has announced artists and dates for the 2007-2008 Cabaret in The Savoy Room series. This series will feature the following premier artists including: Steve Ross, Julie Budd, Andrea Marcovicci and KT Sullivan & Mark Nadler. All will perform in the Savoy Room at The Sheldon. Performance times are Thursday & Friday at 8p.m., Saturday at 5p.m. & 9p.m., and Sunday at 2p.m. St. Louis favorite. Past subscribers will receive renewal information in early September with new subscriptions going on sale September 15. On-sale dates for individual shows will be announced later. To charge your subscription by phone please call Cabaret series concierge Mr. Terry Love or his assistant Mr. Luke Thomas at 314/535-1700. For more information, please visit www.TheSheldon.org/cabaret. Cabaret in The Savoy Room is produced by The Sheldon Arts Foundation in association with Fox Associates.
WIDESPREAD PANIC
Date: Tuesday, October 16 at 7 p.m.
Venue: The Fabulous Fox Theatre
Prices: All reserved seats $32.50
On-Sale Information:Tickets on sale at the Fox Box Office, select MetroTix outlets Or by calling 314-534-1111.Order tickets online at www.metrotix.comFor more information, Visit: http://www.widespreadpanic.com/
ANITA BAKER
Friday, October 26 at 8 p.m.
Venue: The Fabulous Fox Theatre
Prices: $55, $50, $45 & $40
On-Sale Information:Tickets on sale at the Fox Box Office, select MetroTix outlets Or by calling 314-534-1111.Order tickets online at http://www.metrotix.com/
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STRAY DOG PRESENTS THE HOT SUMMER MYSTERY SIZZLERSUDDENLY LAST SUMMER AT THE NEW HOME OF STRAY DOG THEATRE:TOWER GROVE ABBEYSEPTEMBER THRU SEPT-22, 2007 THURSDAY - SATURDAY at 8PM(Saturday 9/22 at 2PM only)$18: Adults / $15: Students & SeniorsFOR TICKETS & INFO. CALL: 314-865-1995http://www.straydogtheatre.org/TOWER GROVE ABBEY2336 Tennessee AvenueSaint Louis, MO 63104 Go to http://www.towergroveabbey.org/ for mor einfo.
Black Rep Kicks-Off Season 31, The StoryTellers!The Black Rep’s 31st Season will open with BOESMAN AND LENA by Athol Fugard September 12 – 23 at the Edison Theatre at Washington University followed by a weekend of performances at the Orthwein Theatre at Mary Institute Country Day School (MICDS). Single tickets are $35, a $5 discount is available for students and seniors. Student rush tickets (30 minutes prior to curtain) are $17.50. Subscriptions for all six shows range from $140 to $218.75 and are on sale now. To reserve your seat please call (314) 534-3810 or visit www.theblackrep.org. 2007 Performance ScheduleWednesday and Thursday Previews at 7:00 p.m.Thursday at 7:00 p.m.Friday and Saturday at 8:00 p.m.Sunday matinee at 3:00 p.m.
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Festival 2007 Presents 2nd Annual Sushi Eating contest at St. Louis Wasabi Sushi Bar on Washington Ave. between Tucker and 13th Street, Sunday. Sept 30. 3 p.m.-8 p.m. Gifts, live entertainment, free food, free drinks and Japanese drum showcase. For more info, contact Jacque Land The Platinum Group 314-231-3500 or jacqueland2@cs.com
Aure Foundation and Utopia Salon and Spa Feature Fall Starlight Party –A Fall Fashion Show to benefit the Aure Foundation Mandarin Lounge-Central West End 44 Maryland Plaza, St. Louis, MO 63108, Friday, October 12, 2007 Doors Open at 7:00 PMShow starts at 7:30 PM Enjoy a variety of appetizers, drink specials, and a Fall Fashion Show with designers KayOss Designs, Michael Tomlinson and Bella Veninga. Prices are $25 for general admission, $65 for VIP admission and Sponsors at $150. For more information, please call 314/534-9251 or send an e-mail to AureFoundation@yahoo.com.
Aure Foundation and Utopia Salon and Spa Feature Fall Starlight Party –A Fall Fashion Show to benefit the Aure Foundation Mandarin Lounge-Central West End 44 Maryland Plaza, St. Louis, MO 63108, Friday, October 12, 2007 Doors Open at 7:00 PMShow starts at 7:30 PM Enjoy a variety of appetizers, drink specials, and a Fall Fashion Show with designers KayOss Designs, Michael Tomlinson and Bella Veninga. Prices are $25 for general admission, $65 for VIP admission and Sponsors at $150. For more information, please call 314/534-9251 or send an e-mail to AureFoundation@yahoo.com.
HELP-BITZ. Shante LIFE Davis is offering tutoring services for the youth for grades 1-12. If you are aware of anyone who is in need of some extra educational support, please feel free to contact her or give them her contact information. Shante "LIFE" Davis(314) 418-9803................
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J-Kwon -has a new label deal and we are looking for some interns to work on the new label HOOD HOP MUSICgraphic designers street team female street team club street team models internet teams (e-blasting,bloggers, writers)We are looking for the best. So instead of just grabbing the person that says they are the best, we are looking for people to SHOW us they are the best at what they do. The bread-winners will be put on payroll with a permanent job with the company. If you think you will be the next hottest publicist, model, A&R, sponsorship writer,....whatever it is that you do..then get at us! If you can do mixtape covers, ad covers, posters, willing to do street team work and be apart of this new label contact me directly at http://us.f366.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=kanecc@tmail.com RIGHT NOW!!
ONGOING BITZ. Urban Causal Fridays hosted by Bishop V-luv, Happy Hour at Spruills, 1101 N. Jefferson. Free from 6p.m.-9p.m. (2 for 1) Free food 9 p.m.-11p.m. Drink specials until midnite. Party 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. Ladies free til 11 p.m. for more info call 314.574.9601 or 314.625.4595 or go to www.myspace.com/URBANCASUALFRIDAYS
Seven Summer Saturdays. Saturday Nights @ Posh (408 N. Euclid) Limited Time Only thru 9/15 Experience the indoor/outdoor vibe of Posh while the weather still allows. Seven Summer Saturdays will be held for seven consecutive Saturdays and that's it. When they're gone, they're gone. So make the most of the rest of your Summer and meet us on Saturdays at Posh at 9pm Party til 1:30am No Cover Posh - 408 N. Euclid in the Central West End. DJ Kue spinning Hip-Hop and Old SchoolIntelligent Dress Code Enforced. Jack Daniel’s, Gentleman Jack and Jack Daniel's Single Barrel Drink Specials All Night!
Mellow Mondays at the Main Ingredient, 3960 Chouteau on Vandeventer. For more info, call 314.229.7952.Absolut $2 Tuesdays on Another Level at the Loft , 3112 Olive. Ladies Free till 11p.m. hosted by Darius Bradford and Craig Blac. For more info, call 314/392-3938
JB Ent and Creative Mortgage present Toastin Tuesday every Thursday at Dolce, 200. N. Broadway 10 p.m. to 3 a.am., Ladies free before 11 p.m., $10, dress code enforced. For more info go to www.myspace.com/STLTOASTINTUESDAYS
J’var, JE and Maxxed Out Entertainment Presents……The all new Lyric Lounge every Wednesday @ Laughs on the Landing, 801 N. 2nd Street……..Featuring Poets, R&B, Neo Soul, Jazz and Funk artist weekly……Singers and poetry slam enthusiast gather weekly to present a unique blend of spoken word poetry and music from local and not so local artist…….Doors open @ 8 show starts @ 9…..$100 weekly cash prize to the hottest lyricist….live band …..door prizes….giveaways…….all for only $5 at the door For more info, call 314. 241.5233 or go to http://www.laughsonthelanding.com/
CERTIFIED WEDNESDAYS feat. DJ’s Charlie Chan and Stan da Man, Wednesday at R Bar 4054 Chouteau, just west of Vandeventer, ladies free before 11 p.m., Fellas 5 dollars. Dress relaxed For more info, go to http://www.sygugroup.com/or its www.myspace.com/sygu4
Whos' Who Wednesdays at Posh, 408 . N. Euclid Happy Hour 6 p.m.-8p.m. free food and drink specials .
NEW: Please join us for "One Mic" at Filterbar. "One Mic" is an open mic poetry reading experience hosted by MK Stallings every Thursday night. One Mic features Live Funk - Jazz Performed by the Soul Thump Chronicles every Thursday Night from 7:00pm - midnight.Cover charge is $5 and the doors open at 5:00pmSo join us at Filterbar located at 309-13 Belt @ Pershing st. louis, mo 63112, you will not be disappointed! For more details or reservations call 314-361-5277or visit us online at www.troystl.com
JE ENT and M.O.E. present tHERs days every Thursday at Laughs on the Landing, 801 N. And Street and Washington, ladies free til midnite…$5 after) Giveways, complimentary messages, drink specials. For more info, call 314.276.8676 or 314.766.0172
Its Your Birthday Fridays at the Dime Slot Hosted by Bishop V-Luv. Get in free every week in the month of your birthday http://www.dimeslotstl.com/http://www.allstarstl.com/for more info.
Femme Fridays presents Rappers Delight, feat. local artists, Club 747, 1624 Delmar, 10 p.m. for more info email JMPRODUCTIONSLLC@aol.com
UC ME Radio with Murphy lee, Kyjuan and comdeian Darius Bradford, 6 p.m. , Sundays on 100.3 The Beat.
NEW: Bosley and Associates Traffic Law Centers . Suspensions, Speeding. Revocations. DWI. Point Problems. Accidents. Frison ‘s Flea Market, 7025 St. Charles Rock Rd., Fri-Sunday 9 am-5 p.m. or Big Top Flea Market, 367 Chambers Road. For more info, call 314.621.1744
If you want to get on Vanita Applebum's hot new entertainment newsletter, email her at www.myspace.com/vanitaapplebum
Mingle and Mix Mondays , Mingle 4p.m. (Bring Ya Laptods and Biz Cards) Drink Specials, $1 off Appetizers and Mix with DJ Sir Thurl (8p.m. -1 a.m.) FREE before 9 p.m. $3-$5 Cover after 9 p.m. at the ST. Louis Happy Hour Bar and Grill inside PArker Plaza, 12948 Halls Ferry at Parker Rd.
Majic 104.9's BJ the DJ is personally inviting you to the Saturday to a straight up Old School Party...no imitation...nolimitation! The house party will be live at the new Broadway Nite Club on New Hallsferry and West Florissant!For more info contact Gina Foster at 314.712.1083 or go to http://www.divaeventplanning.com/
Check out blog http://www.sistersnineties.blogspot.com/for local literary group Sister’s Nineties Afrocentric literary activities for the family and youngsters.
Check out Lachrisa Crenshaw’s spa products at http://www.warmspirit.org/esuite/home/chriscspirit,or call her at (314)401-0710
For body painting, makeup, face painting wigs and other special effects, contactJessica Dana at http://www.jessicadana.com/or go to www.myspace.com/jessicadada13
For all of your STL club event plans, AD SPACE and pics,go to http://www.stlouis-online.com/, http://www.indalou.com/ or http://www.stlonfire.com/
KDHX Radio’s Chuck Lavazzi has a podcast calledSTAGE LEFT which he talks about CD reviews, news and the world of stage, screen, cabaret and related places.Go to it directly at http://tinyurl.com/zrqd7
Check out STLdee-jay Enoch online with his own radio playlist.The Flow: Music Lounge. Peep it out at http://www.flowink.com/player-popup.html or go to his myspace page www.myspace/enochisreal.
STL videographer Dana Christian has a hot website where people can send their professional music videos films to get exposed. Itis http://www.spitflix.com/.
Popular DJ Enoch has just posted a new episode on his podcast. the title is Knocturnal Sunshine Episode: Knocturnal Sunshine #214. You can hear it at http://knocradio.podOmatic.com/
BIG TAH Presents...2 FlyTuesdays, The Main Ingredient, 3860 Chouteau. Play Spades- Dominoes-Shoot Pool- Throw Darts- Listen To Good Music- & Mingle. Come On Out Each & Every Tuesday- Make 2 Fly Tuesday's Your Tuesday Night Spot! 8p- 1a; 2-1 Drink Specials All Night; Ladies Free Unitl 10:30 ; $5 cover. For more info. contact Big Tah at bigtah06@hotmail.com
Well that be it for me. Hit me up at maatspear@yahoo.com if you got some ish, pub or juice for me to report on!
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