OUT 398--STL-TIDBITZ AND MORE!

Hola amigos! Its Hump Day. Ma’atology here one more time for ya this week on OUTTOWN. Things are still rattlin and rollin in the STL area from the weather, politics, sports and entertainment. There was no way I was gonna be able to mail in this blog and stick a Forever stamp on it this week. LOL
Herre’s what was and is goin on this week.

Now that the Missouri area is tryin to calm her nerves on the series of aftershocks, tornadoes were blowin through the State. On Tuesday tornado-ravaged areas of Missouri, Arkansas and several other states are still picking up from the weekend's killer twisters. The National Weather Service said the twisters killed 27 people Saturday and Sunday in the Plains and the Southeast. A tornado warning was issued for southern Shelby County in northeast Missouri on Tuesday after one was spotted there. There were no immediate reports of injuries or damage. Eight of tvictims in Oklahoma and Missouri died in cars (THE WORST PLACE TO BE ), troubling experts who say the inside of a vehicle is one of the worst places to be during a twister. One of those killed was gospel singer -songwriter Joyce "Dottie" Rambo when the bus she was in ran off a road in southwest Missouri and struck an embankment. Rambo, 74, of Nashville, Tenn., died in the crash about two miles east of Mount Vernon on Interstate 44, Rambo was on her way to a Mother's Day performance in North Richland Hills, Texas, according to her Web site.

Is it us, or did I just see some gas stations on the East Side have 3.99 a gallon on their marquees?????

Lemme repeat. Is it us, or did I just see some gas stations on the East Side have 3.99 a gallon on their marquees?????

Even before polls closed in West Virginia, where Obama lost to Clinton, he was campaigning in Missouri, a battleground between the two parties in recent elections. He spoke at an economic town-hall event at a clothing manufacturing plant in Cape Girardeau County, home to many working-class voters. Obama lost the county to Clinton in the Feb. 5 primary, even though he narrowly carried the state. Campaign aides said the event underscores two key Obama goals. He wants to start wooing the white, blue-collar workers who favored Clinton in many states and who may be receptive to McCain’s appeal to independent, moderately conservative voters this fall. And he sees the economy as a crucial issue, and one in which he hopes to tie McCain to the Bush administration’s unpopularity. To see some of his speech, go to http://youtube.com/watch?v=lGm8vT7sIhg......................................

There were several unrelated shootings goin on the STL area that is worth mentioning. Five people died Monday after a day of violence in St. Louis.in three separate shootings. Two died during a robbery at Rock Bottom Wholesale on Howard shortly after noon, one being Jivabhai Patel, owner of the business and an employee. Another employee, a 24-year-old woman, was shot in the legs and is in stable condition. Police say three men demanded money before shooting (two of the men have been captured as of this writing) Minutes later, two people were shot to death on Gano near Fairground Park. The fifth victim was killed Monday night on Grand near the site of the first shooting...................................... What was up with the security up at Lambert Airport loafin on the job as a homeless man snuck pass them and got on a regional jet e to sleep last Wednesday? The man, Dan Coruni, slipped past security guards at a perimeter check point while guards were inspecting a vehicle. Well cuz of the act, security changes are underway at Lambert Airport after a homeless man made his way onto a plane Wednesday morning and fell asleep. Two security guards have been suspended and Coruni, has been charged with a misdemeanor for slipping past security and onto an airplane No passengers were onboard at the time. But check this out, the Lambert police chief is called this incident a "hiccup" in the system. A hiccup? More like a choke! With all the security measures goin on these days with planes, it took a homeless man to topple down their UNfoolproof system. And besides, the guy didn’t do any harm, he just wanted to get some zzzs and do it in luxury. TMP!

And What’s up with someone pretending to be the FBI in Union, MO?

Look like the Centene project is back on a go. After three years of controversy over Centene Corp.'s plans to build an expanded headquarters, the Clayton Board of Aldermen Tuesday took the first steps toward officially reviving a more than $200 million proposal that promises hundreds of new jobs. Phase 1 will be a 24-story office and retail tower with a large public plaza at Hanley Road and Carondelet Avenue and a parking garage along Forsyth. Phase 2, will be a 14-story office and retail tower on the site of the Library Limited building at Hanley and Forsyth. This 200 million dollar project was put on hold twice (we guess the third time was NOT the charm) . The first time was in 2005, after Centene won approval from Clayton for the project but the proposal was derailed in a court challenge by some property owners to the city's use of eminent domain to take their land. The second was lat year when the company to become part of Ballpark Village(via former Cardinals prez mark Lamping who has now resigned via STL Mayor Francis Slay) beside the new Busch Stadium in downtown St. Louis, but that plan fell through in March.

Alton has been getting in the newz these days. The first was the bomb scare at Alton High School and subsequent cop surveillance of the school last month, then the fight-turn-to shooting with two Alton residents this month and the third was the killing of West Alton’s James Williams who died from a Tasering after a St. Charles County, Missouri Sheriff's deputy tried to break up a fight with he and his sister and shocked him with a Taser. Allegedly, the deputy used his Taser after Wilson started threatening the officer and coming at him. Wilson lost consciousness and deputies' efforts to revive him were unsuccessful. As of this writing, the deputy is on administrative leave pending the outcome of a departmental investigation. Why do we at OUTTOWN get the feeling that the investigation will show that the force that was used was necessary and the argument would be they thought he had a gun?................................St. Louis police released a surveillance camera photo (WHICH WE ARE SURE YAWL HAVE SEEN ON THE NEWZ BY NOW) of a woman they say is a person of interest in the case of the baby left in a trash bin on Monday night. The woman is believed to be in her 20s and was wearing a white jacket, blue jeans and a headband, possibly wearing eyeglasses. She is considered a “person of interest” in the case, police said.Police have been searching for the mother of a baby found wrapped in a blanket under some branches and leaves in a garbage bin in an alley in the 5700 block of Waterman. She was found by a resident who was throwing away lawn waste.The female person of interest was last seen on the DeBaliviere Metro Link platform on Monday evening. Anyone with information on the identity of the person of interest, or any who has information that may be helpful in identifying the mother of the abandoned infant, is asked to contact the St. Louis Police Child Abuse Unit at 444-5817 or Crimestoppers at 866-371-TIPS (8477)................................................

What was up with the Holiday Inn parking lot burglars in South County this week. Were they trying to do the Robin Hood thing? Well, it didn’t work,. They both got arrested soon after and as of this writing the other two are still on the lam.

Another Nelly is making a name for themselves in St. Louis. Well, this one spells their name Nellie and it’s a female caught after 40 years after escaping a mental hospital in STL. Bradley, now 77, may stand trail for a murder in 1969. Bradley was arrested two days after a man eating lunch in a St. Louis tavern was killed in a random shooting in 1969. Six days after she was committed to the St. Louis State Hospital, she escaped. Bradley was arrested in Chicago last week, where she was using her maiden name, Nellie Ballenger. She was apparently tracked through her Social Security number, which she used to apply for welfare.Under the name Ballenger, Bradley spent 10 years in prison in Illinois for shooting two people, both of whom survived, in a department store. The shooting was very like the one in Missouri -- a woman becoming enraged, pulling out a gun and firing at random.The Missouri case was reopened when a judge decided to take a look at old open files. Damn, she was a fa sho a bad mama jama. But where is the statute of limitations fit in this case? I mean, she’s almost 80. What can she do now? She needs to be rehabilitated. Not executed....................................................Looks like the Missouri House is getting a taste of summer fever as both House and Senate cannot agree on yea or nay on several hot topics such as voter IDs, the scrap law, immigration and expanding health care(and getting State rep. Jamilla Nahsheed up in arms up in the House!) . What makes it interesting is this is the last week for them before they break for the summer and return in November . Man talk about some serious filibustin, more like cockblockin. What’s really going on?..........................................Speaking of politicians look like there’s been an email war of sorts between Missouri Gov. Matt Blunt and Attorney General Jay Nixon these days up in Jeff City. Blunt’s staff has targeted Attorney General Jay Nixon’s office, in a not-too-subtle attempt to broaden the controversy over the preservation of state emails. Blunt chief of staff Trish Vincent blasted Nixon in a statement Tuesday, saying that he’s been resisting the turning over of his staff e-mails and backup tapes sought by the governor in an open-records request made in March. The statement comes a day after an independent investigation team set up by Nixon filed suit against the governor, alleging that current or former members of the governor’s administration had destroyed e-mails and ordered the destruction of backup tapes. Is this Watergate all over again? Or is this a game of mud in the sling cat now that Nixon put in his bid for Governor after Blunt spoke earlier of this of not running for reelection? Or is it cuz Blunt an elephant and Nixon is a Donkey. Hmmmm..............................................................The body of Keith Fietsam was found Sunday by family and friends who were out searching the shorelines of the Missouri river. The 37-year-old Winfield man had been missing since a canoe tipped over on last Tuesday. Missouri Water Patrol officials say the body of Fietsam was a passenger in a canoe Tuesday when the canoe was caught in a strong current and capsized. The other man, Leo Geringer, swam to shore and called for help. The search for Fietsam included search dogs and recovery boats.

May 16 will be Saturday and that’s when several students, professors and community members at Wash U are expected to protest the honorary degree that will be given to Phyllis Schlafly. More than 30 students representing Washington University's graduate and undergraduate schools met on Monday to begin planning a protest of the University's decision to award an honorary doctorate of humane letters from the College of Arts & Sciences and the Law School (and is an alumni of both) .They are protesting the fact that Schlafly is a leader of the national conservative movement since the 1960s and are against her stances on marital rape, abortion and the role of women in society to speak out. The students involved with the effort are looking to find a way to reverse the University's decision to award Schlafly a degree or, if that proves impossible, to make a statement of protest during the commencement exercises. As an honorary degree recipient, Schlafly will not address graduates, she will only be awarded the degree. Schlafly is one of six scheduled to receive an honorary doctorate at commencement. Well we will see what happens, but more than likely, she will receive the degree as police we are sure will be at hand for any one being unruly.

STL Cards manager Tony Larussa got ejected from an away gam e with the the Milwaukee Brewers this week. LaRussa, as well as catcher Yadier Molina were both ejected in the bottom of the fifth inning for arguing balls and strikes. After being ejected, Molina left his shin guards, chest protector and gloves at home plate. You cant win em all Tony.

And speaking of sports and winning, whats the rumor goin around that Rams player Torry holt may leave the Rams after his contract expires in 2010? Holt's made some recent comments about him becoming a Carolina Panther after his contract with e rams expire and him becoming a free agent. Holt was at a golf outing in North Carolina just after his brother Terrence signed with the Carolina Panthers.
"I wanted to send in my resignation to the Rams and see if I could join him," Torry joked. "I'm excited, but I'm also a little jealous because I've always wanted an opportunity to come back home." Holt is from Greensboro, NC and was a star at NC State. Well as they say, speak it in the air and it may fall down truth. It may be evident especially it was clearly evident that Holt has had had a rocky relationship with head coach Scott Linehan (remember the cussin out he gave to Linehan last season during the Rams losing streak?) and the firing of fellow receiver Isaac Bruce this offseason we are sure didn’t help matters. Hmm.

It looks like Missouri native David Cook may just win the 7th season of American Idol. As of this writing, Cook was in the Top 3 with fellow competitors David Archuletta and Syesha Mercado and would be waiting if he and another contestant will be in the finals next week (we are willing to bet he will at least make the Top 2). Last Friday, Cook was met by hundreds of fans packed downtown Kansas City to get a glimpse of Cook. The Blue Springs native (which is a sattellite city to Kansas City, Mo) performed a few songs for the crowd downtown, who cheered wildly for him. Gov. Matt Blunt named Friday David Cook Day for Missouri. Cook also received a key to the city of Blue Springs. He also performed during the Royals game at Kauffman Stadium. American idol fans in the Missouri area will get a chance to see cook as he tours with the other nine finalists in the American Idol Pop Tart Tour as it hits St. Louis on July 18 at the Scottrade Center and Kansas City August 29 at the Sprint Center.

Olympic star and East St. Louis native Jackie Joyner-Kersee is gearing up for health in her hometown. Her namesake center in East St. Louis is currently preparing for its inaugural 2008 Metro Saint Louis Double Dutch Day Competition, set for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, May 8. The competition is intended to help reduce racial disparities in health and childhood obesity. St. Louis Public Schools and East St. Louis School District No. 189 may send at least two teams of four students and two alternates. Winners will advance to a state-wide competition. Also she will be in twon for two fundraisers . the first is the 5th Annual Mary Ruth Joyner Mother’s Day Luncheon and Fashion Show , from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 10 at the center. The second is the Olympic star bringing awareness to asthma (that she has lived with since college) with an inaugural Jackie Joyner-Kersee Rise Above Asthma Walk. The one-mile and 5k walk will jump off at 8:15 a.m. Sunday, May 18 in Forest Park. Also, summer day camp at the center runs June 8 to August 9, 7 a.m. to noon, Monday through Friday. Donations to the center/foundation should be sent to: Jackie Joyner-Kersee Foundation, 101 Jackie Joyner-Kersee Circle, East St. Louis, IL., 62204. Anyone interested in events or activities may visit jackiejoyner-kerseefoudation.org or call (618) 274-5437. We don’t know bout yawl but wouldn’t she be perfect to host a reality series called “America’s Next Top Track Star? LOL

Superstar golfer TIGER Woods will return to St. Louis for a professional golf tournament this fall to defend his title in September at the BMW Championship, which will be held at Bellerive Country Club in Ladue. Appearing by video teleconference for BMW Championship Media Day at Bellerive Country Club, Woods explained he is still recovering from surgery on his left knee. And while he recently started knocking a dimpled ball around, he still can't unbutton his shirt and take a real cut. Woods has not been in town to play golf since the ill-fated World Golf Championship-American Express Championship at Bellerive in 2001. That tournament was cancelled in midweek due to the events of Sept. 11, a development that left everyone demoralized. Two days later after the tournament was officially canceled, Woods said he "stole" a Buick and drove 18 hours nonstop back to his Florida home. Woods also said that he expects to be fit to play at th eMemorial Tourney in Ohio on May 29 and in the US Open in June.

Did yawl peep out Tony Scott, Tammie Holland and Arika Parr of the Tony Scott Show on Fox 2 last week on a segment celebrity Deal or Dud hosted by Fox 2 personality Elliot Weiler. IOf you are not familiar, the segment takes local celebs and have them test out products to see if they work or not. Well, the Tony Scott Show personalities were testing a $15 sound amplifier called Listen-Up. It's supposed to turn ordinary hearing into extraordinary hearing by amplifying the sounds in a room. They put Tony's co-hosts on one side of the room, asked them to whisper, then asked Tony if he could hear them. He could! But when we added some music for background noise, Tony says he could make out that a conversation was going on, but he couldn't distinguish precise words. Scott said that the product was half deal and half dud. Well, at least they didn’t make Tony do the Perfect Pushup test like they did Mayor Francis Slay a few weeks back. LOL..............................Speaking of radio personalities and radio, there is a new country station broadcast on the radiowaves—KZQZ AM a radio station broadcasting at 1430 kHz on the AM band in St. Louis. It took the place of WIL-FM which ended in March (The classic country format continues on sister station 1510 WXOZ in Highland, Illinois.)

Did you also know that legendary country singer Eddy Arnold, who died recently, did radio in the early 1950s in St. Louis?

Looks like the Casinos werent so lucky in the St Louis area last month. According to figures from Missouri and Illinois regulators. Gamblers spent $85.1 million in St. Louis' six casinos (Casino Queen, President casino, Lumiere Place, Ameristar, Argosy Casino and Harrah’s) That's up 3.2 percent from the same month last year, the fourth straight month of gains. But specifically each casino has taken a hit no more than 20 percent off profits. The growth continues to be driven by the half-billion-dollar Lumière Place casino downtown, which opened in December. But while Lumière has helped grow the market, it has taken business from competitors. Harrah's in Maryland Heights was off 15.5 percent for the month, and the Illinois smoking ban continues to hurt the Casino Queen in East St. Louis and the Argosy Casino-Alton. Ameristar Casino in St. Charles, however, posted its first revenue gain since Lumière opened, a small increase. Ameristar continued to lead the market, accounting for nearly 30 percent of all gambling in St. Louis. It was followed by Harrah's at 27 percent, then Casino Queen and Lumière, each with about 15 percent market share, then Argosy and the President Casino, which spent one weekend closed for flooding. Every casino saw business fall from March to April, but several blamed that on March having five weekends this year as well as the smoking ban in Illinois.

Did yawl hear that a white student will be valedictorian at the historically black male Morehouse College in Atlanata? Yep (History has been made for sure ) Joshua Packwood (4.0 GPA), of Kansas City, Mo,, made history as the first white valedictorian in the 141-year history of Morehouse.Packwood certainly wasn't the school's first white student, but he eventually became an "unlikely ambassador for the school." He was voted dorm president as a freshman and was a Rhodes scholar finalist. He was popular and nicknamed "Tom Cruise," perhaps before there was any debate whether this was a compliment or an insult. The 22-year-old Missourian will graduate with a 4.0 GPA and a degree in economics, told The Atlanta Journal-Constitution that he is happy that he chose Morehouse over such universities as Columbia, Yale and Stanford. Is it us, or do I sense that he is the future of what African American progress will be aka affirmative action,? Remember THE BOARD OF REGENTS VS BAKKE 1978? Hmmm.

FOX TV has picked up "The Inn," starring Niecy Nash and Jerry O'Connell, from creator Abraham Higginbotham. The multi-camera comedy revolving around the less-than-glamorous staffers at a glamorous New York City hotel. The show's ensemble cast also includes Brando Eaton, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Jolene Purdy and Molly Stanton. Jason Bateman helmed the pilot. Abraham Higginbotham, Peter Principato, Paul Young, Brian Dobbins, Carolyn Bernstein and Howard T. Owens are the executive producers for 20th Century Fox Television, Principato-Young Entertainment and Reveille. Nash, if you don’t know, was born in L.A. but spent most of her childhood in St. Louis, Missouri.

Grammy-award winning Country singer Gretchen Wilson has set aside her guitar for a GED. The Pochahantas, Ill native(which is a city in Bond County, near Madison County) dropped out of school after the eighth grade, when she was 15-years-old, and plans to take the test by the end of the summer. Wilson told People magazine that she feels like she's missing out on basic knowledge and that "there was stuff other people know that I don't." How odd, I suffer from that as well. She also mentioned that she wants to be able to help her daughter Grace once her work gets a little more complex. For now, she's fine, or at least I think so since Grace is 6-years-old."I don't want to be ignorant in my daughter's eyes," Wilson added Gretchen herself dropped out of the 9th grade at age 15 to work as a cook and bartender in rural Illinois. In 2008, she completed the GED program. She is currently on a promotional tour for her recently released third album, One of the Boys...................................Happy belated congrats to “This Bitch is Crazy” author Traci Foster who had her baby, Darion Jr.(Hmm, we wonder who’s the daddy? LOL)

And speaking of babies, I am sure STL actress Shawn Guy Pitts has had her baby. Does anyone know what she had?



STL rapper Hakeem tha Dream, had auditions for his bangin debut single, Thick Wit Monday at Lush and part of the video will be shot at Club Society this Saturday .......................................Whatsup with this new club called The Venue located on Skinker and MLK? And lastly, OUTTOWN thought Soundz no longer spun at the Loft, but if our eyes are deceiving us, he was the special DJ (or shall we say MP3-J) for the event Cocktail Dresses and Kufflink Nights at the LOFT. Hmmm, whats really goin with that there?

IN THE MIA (MISSING IN ACTION) FILE—What ever happened to photographer and socialite Demond Meek? MIA FOUND the second half of stlonfire.com—Darryl Luckett who was on the Crown Valley Winery trip on St. Genevieve last Saturday.

BLIND BITZ. Which mover and shaker was rumored to be dead but is still alive? (Hint . It’s not STL rapper Dutch Jackson. This mover and shaker is part of a STL promotions team whose portion of their “club” name can be synonymous to a particular number or a sporting term)

BLIND BITZ…. OPENED WIDE—Apparently someone named Ms. STL got the correct answer of last week’s BLIND BITZ about the STL star who got the boot from a venue after cussin out one of the clientele. They asked what prize they get….well, we didn’t think about that part yet. LOL But what’s interesting was after we responded to them about their choice, they said that they did not attend the venue but the description that we gave suited who they guessed cuz it fit what they would have done. Wow!

EVENT-IDBITZ The Black Rep, the country’s largest and premier professional, African-American theatre company will continue its 31st Season with HARLEM DUET by Djanet Sears, thru May 18, 2008 at the Grandel Theatre, 3610 Grandel Square in St. Louis, Missouri. To reserve your seat please call (314) 534-3810 or visit http://www.theblackrep.org/. Ticket Pricing and Specials: Single tickets range from $33 to $43. Student rush tickets (30 minutes prior to curtain) are $10 with valid I.D. The Black Rep continues its Target “Next Generation Family Series” this season where young people ages 8 -18 are admitted free with the purchase of an adult ticket on Thursday evenings and at all Saturday matinee performances. Limit one child per adult. In addition, the popular Friday night $20 RUSH HOUR ticket special will be available for Harlem duet on May 16.
Come to The Black Rep’s Box Office at the Grandel Theatre, 3610 Grandel Square between 6 and 7 pm and pick up your ticket to Harlem Duet for just twenty bucks. To reserve your seat please call (314) 534-3810 or visit http://www.theblackrep.org/.Performance Schedule, Wednesday and Thursday Previews at 7:00 p.m.Thursday performances at 7:00 p.m.Friday and Saturday performances at 8:00 p.m.Saturday and Sunday matinee performances at 3:00 p.m........................................................

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Host: The Power Couple, Inc.
Type: Causes - Fundraiser
Time and Place Date: Thursday, May 15, 2008
Time: 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Location: The Gramophone
Street: 4243 Manchester (The Grove)
City/Town: Saint Louis, MO
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Contact Info Phone: 3143684232
Email: carri@powercoupleinc.com Join us for a night of live music, food, networking, fun, and much more. Support Mike Roberts Jr. as he runs for State Representative for District 64. Mike Roberts Jr is a fixture in our community let's show him he has our support!$10 Cover................................................................




SYNERGY Productions LLC invites you to enjoy a summer evening on Mandarin's rooftop patio on Friday May 16 as Orlando Pace hosts the Suite Life: Art of Luxury party. Music by DJ Big D. To RSVP, please reply to this email. synergystlouis@yahoo.com

Cheresse Ink presents A night with Brody Jenner of the reality show, “Keeping Up with the Kardsashians,” Friday. May 16, at Home Nightclub at Ameristar casino, in St. Charles., Doors open at 10 p.m. For more info call 636.910.1333

MAY IS CELEBRATION MONTH AT “THE POT ” * May 17 th to May 31 st $15.00 off for Military * Happy Hour 5 to 7 pm, weekdays * Wine School May 20th $15 dollars off for 15 days--This special program is for our friends and neighbors in the Military. From Armed Forces Day (5/17) weekend to Memorial Day (5/31), our Military friends and neighbors get $15.00 off when they order the Big Night Out four course dinner. Just bring your Military ID or CAC and tell your server. Thanks for all that you do. Call us at 314-725-4141. For more info email Mike at mike@meltingpotstl.com Or call 314-725-4141

AFTER HOURS presents""DECEPTION"" on Thursday, May 15 at 9:00pm. Event: "DECEPTION" "Shhhhh....."What: Club Party Host: After Hours Entertainment
When: Thursday, May 15 at 9:00pm Where: "St. Louis' Best Kept Secret" Renowned D.J. / Dance Floor / Plush VIP Seating / Drink Specials / and of course....THIS IS A NO COVER EVENT. To find out... AND NOT BE LEFT OUT.... you MUST RSVP by MAY 12 @ 12pm. The location will ONLY be revealed to those who RSVP. Email us at: deception.afterhours@gmail.com

to RSVP *NOTE: Include "RSVP" in the subject line.

The 7th Annual Art on the Square in downtown Belleville, Belleville Public SquareIntersection of Highway 159 & Main St. Belleville, IL 62220 May 16 - 18, 2008 Friday: Show Open to the Public 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.; An Affair on the Square, Private Partyfor Art Cash patrons, sponsors and VIP guests. 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Courthouse Plaza Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. ; Sunday: 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Awards Brunch 8:30 a.m. Bellcourt Court Manor Information Phone: 800-677-9255




LME presnets “Ladies Night” Saturday May 17th, 2008
Ladies Night @ 609 One Posh Party @ Secret Location
(RSVP to info@lme-stl.com)

EVENT SPOTLIGHT

Power Couple inc's Carri and Keith Griffin






Host: Power Couple, Inc & LME
Type: Party - Night of Mayhem
Time and Place Start Time: Saturday, May 17, 2008 at 9:00pm
End Time: Sunday, May 18, 2008 at 1:30am
Location: RSVP and we'll tell you....
City/Town: Saint Louis, MO This is an exclusive event for the Fashion Forward, Sexy, Movers and Shakers of Saint Louis. Imagine what it would be like if Vogue and GQ went out of town for the weekend and their offspring hosted One Posh Party…glamour, flashing lights, red carpet, champagne, and only us…the sexy. See you there.
Contact Info Email: info@powercoupleinc.com OR info@lme-stl.com

LME's Tim Slater (RIGHT)

and LME's Otto Nichols (LEFT)















Host: Power Couple, Inc & LME
Type: Party - Night of Mayhem
Time and Place Start Time: Saturday, May 17, 2008 at 9:00pm
End Time: Sunday, May 18, 2008 at 1:30am
Location: RSVP and we'll tell you....
City/Town: Saint Louis, MO This is an exclusive event for the Fashion Forward, Sexy, Movers and Shakers of Saint Louis. Imagine what it would be like if Vogue and GQ went out of town for the weekend and their offspring hosted One Posh Party…glamour, flashing lights, red carpet, champagne, and only us…the sexy. See you there.
Contact Info Email: info@powercoupleinc.com

OR info@lme-stl.com

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MOCHAS CORNER

GOT Lyrics hosted by Mocha Latte’ every Wednesday night is back on track. Got Lyrics is held at the new location, Van Goghz Martini Bar and Bistro, 3200 Shenandoah Ave. , from 7pm to12am each week. Admission for the event is free before8pm. After 8:00 the cost is minimal; $3.00 for poets and $5.00 for audience. Members of the press are welcome and encouraged to attend opening night........................Ladies Night OUT Thursdays at Dante's hosted by Mocha Latte . Ladies Free Admission and Drinks til Midnite………….. The Best Damn Friday Night Period at the Skybox in the Landing. Doors open at 9 p.m. All free til 10 p.m…………………….Pick up an Evening Whirl on Mondays and check out Mocha Latte’s column COFFEE TALK!SPRING INTO FITNESS...CHECK OUT THE WEBSITE:http://www.mvpfitness.net/

OR CALL 314-831-7505

Please tell them Mocha Latte' referred you.

MOCHA'S SPOTLIGHT

Writer, poet, singer, musician. Te’ V. Smith is a talent worth seeking out! From his humorous and playful yet educational political and social songs to his mind and soul challenging poetry he has amazed crowds from Kentucky to Paris France.An accomplished jazz pianist and soul writer his debut onto the national scene came mid 2007 when he joined the legendary “Roots” for a 5 city tour sharing the gift of word through poetry and song.

With a strong following on the poetry/spoken word circuit Mr. Smith is sure to continue to push the envelope, raise the bar and change lives.
Other credits include: The Washington Post’ 100 most influential writers of the next generation 1997 ; Guest youth poet at le deil with Saul Williams and Ani Difranco 2000; featured on BET’s Lyric Café 2006; guest performer for Floetry’ “Floetry remix Tour” 2007; andfeatured artist on Russell Simmons’ Def Poetry Jam 2007HEAR HIM SHARE HIS LIFE at WWW.MYSPACE.COM/TEVSMITH

Contact Mocha Lattte if you want to book him.For more info on these events, contact Miss Latte at 314.646.9917 or sgalvin26@yahoo.com

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FOX FILES

Please be advised that Sheryl Crow’s May 22nd concert date at the Fox Theatre has been CANCELLED..








Go, Diego, Go LIVE! The Great Jaguar Rescue 5 performances at the Fabulous Fox Theatre! Saturday, May 31 at 11am, 2pm & 5pm ; Sunday, June 1 at 2pm & $43, $33, $28, $24, $20 & $15At the Fox Box Office, MetroTix outlets or by calling 314/534-1111Order tickets online at http://www.metrotix.com/.................................SHERYL CROW with special guest SHAWN MULLINSThursday, May 22 • 8 p.m.Fabulous Fox Theatre$50, $45VIP ............................................ERYKAH BADU with THE ROOTS NEW AMERYKAH TOUR Thursday, May 29 – 8 p.m. Fox Theatre $59 $49 $38............................... MAMMA MIA!, the smash hit musical based on the songs of ABBA, makes a triumphant return to the Fox Theatre for one week only, June 3-8 as a special offering of the U.S. Bank Broadway series. Curtain times are Tuesday through Friday at 8 p.m., Saturday at 2 and 8 p.m., and Sunday at 2 and 7:30 p.m. This marks the musical’s fifth engagement at the Fabulous Fox proving to be a St. Louis favorite! Tickets for MAMMA MIA! range from $25 to $69 depending on performance date and seat location. Tickets go on sale April 27 at the Fox Theatre box office and all MetroTix locations. To charge by phone, call MetroTix at 314/534-1111 or order on-line at http://www.metrotix.com/. Groups of 20 or more can call Fox Group Sales at 314/535-2900 for special rates on select performances. MAMMA MIA! is a special offering of the U.S. Bank Broadway Series and sponsored by American Airlines...................................................................KETC / CHANNEL 9 presentsWillie NelsonWith Special Guest James HunterSaturday, June 14 • 7:30 pmAt the Fabulous Fox Theatre!$53, $48, $43, $38Tickets go on sale Saturday, April 12 at 10 am!...................................................................RETURN TO FOREVERwith Chick Corea, Stanley Clarke, Al Di Meola, Lenny WhiteBack together again for the first time in over 25 years!Tuesday, June 17 • 8 p.m.Fabulous Fox Theatre$74.50, $64.50, $49.50, $44.50, $39.50VIP Packages also availableTickets are on sale now.Miles Davis’ electric bands in the late ‘60s served as inspiration for several pioneering jazz fusion bands, including Tony Williams’ Lifetime, Herbie Hancock’s Headhunters, John McLaughlin’s Mahavishnu Orchestra, Joe Zawinul and Wayne Shorter’s Weather Report and Chick Corea’s legendary Return to Forever. Formed in 1971, Return to Forever is known for improvising complex compositions and melding the jazz tradition with rock music. Though the lifespan of the band was only from 1972 to 1977, Return to Forever has been heralded as one of the most innovative bands in jazz history. The highly anticipated return of Return to Forever gives original fans and a new generation of listeners a chance to experience their unparalleled pure sound live..............................................................ROBERT PLANT AND ALISON KRAUSSFeaturing T Bone BurnettThursday, June 19 • 8pmFabulous Fox Theatre$67.50, $57.50 & $47.50Tickets are on sale nowRecipients of the 2007 Grammy award for Best Pop Collaboration with Vocals, for the track “Gone Gone Gone (Done Moved On)”, ROBERT PLANT and ALISON KRAUSS – along with Raising Sand producer and band leader T Bone Burnett – are creating a show that will feature songs from their collaborative release, as well as from the artists’ extensive career discographies.Band members for the tour include Jay Bellerose (drums) and Dennis Crouch (bass) – both of whom played on Raising Sand – as well as Buddy Miller (guitar) and Stuart Duncan (fiddle, mandolin and other instruments). Burnett will play guitar and 6-string bass, as well as perform several songs. For more information, go to http://www.robertplantalisonkrauss.com/. ……. ALREADY ANNOUNCED

ON SALE FRIDAY, MAY 16 AT 10AM!
ONLY AT METROTIX.COM & 314-534-1111

TOM WAITS
Glitter and Doom Tour
Thursday, June 26 • 8 p.m.
Fabulous Fox Theatre
$102.50, $90, $70
2 ticket limit per order
Melissa Etheridge The Revival Tour 2008 Fox Theatre Monday, August 11 • 8 p.m. On-Sale Information: Tickets on sale this Saturday, May 3 at 10am! Purchase tickets at the Fox Box Office, MetroTix outlets or by calling 314/534-1111. Order tickets online at http://www.metrotix.com/. ............................................. ON SALE MONDAY, MAY 19 AT 10AM!

GLADYS KNIGHT
&
AL GREEN
Sunday, July 13 • 7:30 p.m.
Fabulous Fox Theatre
$124.50, $64.50, $54.50, $44.50, & $34.50

On-Sale Information:
Tickets on sale Monday, May 19 at 10am!
Purchase tickets at the Fox Box Office, MetroTix outlets
or by calling 314/534-1111.
Order tickets online at www.metrotix.com.

2008-2009 U.S. Bank Broadway Series Shows and Specials: (Subscription Season in Bold) Oprah Winfrey presents THE COLOR PURPLE, October 21-November 2, 2008 SWEENEY TODD, November 14-16, 2008CATS, November 28-30, 2008LEGALLY BLONDE the Musical, January 20-February 1, 2009The Rep presents SPRING AWAKENING, February 10-22, 2009CIRQUE DREAMS JUNGLE FANTASY, March 17-29, 2009Dance St. Louis presents STOMP, April 3-5, 2009HAIRSPRAY, April 24-26, 2009Dance St. Louis presents RIVERDANCE, May 1-3, 2009A CHORUS LINE, May 12-24, 2009RENT, June 2-7, 2009MARY POPPINS, AUGUST 13-30, 2009THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, September 23-October 17, 2009
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McDonald's® of St. Louis and Metro East and The Annie Malone Children and Family Service present the annual May Day Parade will take place on Sunday, May 18th at 1PM. The route for the parade is along Market Street beginning at 20th and ending at 7th Street. The McDonald's May Day Bluesfest is immediately following the parade at Kiener Plaza presented by Café Soul and McDonald's at Kiener Plaza For more information on the McDonald's May Day Bluesfest, please log on to www.mcdonaldsStl.com/com

Rap acts Chingy, Twista, UNK, and Murphy Lee have been added to the Big Beat May Day Fest, coming to the Pageant at 8 p.m. May 18. One Chance, Big Kuntry King, Teyana Taylor, and Sean Garrett are also on the bill. Tickets are $15, on sale now, available through Ticketmaster and at the Pageant box office.

The Power Couple presents The Urban Hang Suite, Thursday, May 22 at F15een, 1900 Locust Ave. 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. This will be the start of a perfect crescendo leading into the Memorial Day Weekend. Join us as we transform the F15teen Lounge into The URBAN Hang Suite for one night only. This evening will be an accumulation of the vibe, the sounds, the essence, the very best in the people that make an Urban Hang Suite everything that it can be and everything that it will be on this evening. "So if you don't know then I'll say it, so don't ever wonder" The Urban Hang Suite is going to be the place to be. For more info go to info@lme-stl.com or info@powercoupleinc.com

SOUL STYLZ presents FRAMES hOSTED By: Precision Entertainment, 1824 Magazine, SYGU, SoDiverse, After Hour Entertainment, The Konnection, Someth' n blue, DJ Reminise & SinglesVibe.comJ Buck's Restaurant Downtown} OutSide Area1000 Clark Ave St. Louis, MO 63102 9:00PM- UNTIL 05.24.08 Memorial Day Weekend21+ } EARLY ARRIVAL IS STRONGLY SUGGESTED } ATTIRE: Relaxed {This Event Requires FRAMES for General admission price}GENERAL ADMISSION: $10VIP: $15*Valet Parking*................................................


EVENT SPOTLIGHT

St. Louis top urban promoters have teamed up for the official start of
summer,Memorial Day Weekend 2008. MPAC, 1st Friday-St. Louis, Koncepts, and Freetime, LLC have come together to produce three exclusive events Friday, May 23rd Sunday, May 25th.

The weekend will bring together an eclectic mix of celebrities, national
artists, sports and entertainment icons and city's elite party goers.
Expect anything and be prepared for everything as we'll have a variety of
special guest hosts and exclusive live performances by the industry's top
entertainers. This is definitely a holiday weekend you don't want to miss!

"Flaunt Your Taste" at the Loft, hosted by Terrence co-host of BET’s of 106 and Park , Friday, May 23, 8 p.m.


“All Black Affair” at Lumen, hosted by R&B singer Amerie, Sat. May 24 8 p.m. Saturday, May 24


Elevate Your Nightlife/NBA playoffs at Skybox in the Laclede landing, Sunday, May 25 hosted by Rams LB Will Witherspoon. 7 p.m.




So come alone, come with friends, come to party, and come to make the
memories of a lifetime. Ticket prices will increase as the event gets
closer, so purchase your tickets early!

For VIP tables, please contact info@koncepts-stl.com.
Current Price: $15 (Early Bird Special - Only 100 early bird tickets will
be sold PER EVENT)
Future Price: $20
Go to http://www.stlmemorialday.com/

to purchase advance tickets. This one will sell out fast!

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SYGU Group presents Teese 08, Sunday May 25 at the Old Rock House, 1200 S 7th Street. All women free with graphic tee til 11 p.m. For more info go to www.sygugroup.com/

SOLACE w/76kiD, A Spoken Word Showcase of the hottest Artist from STL fused with a mixing session (Neo soul, Hip Hop) spun by 76kiD all night long!
(You’ve seen these Spoken Word Artist at Café Soul, Got Lyrics, & Sol Therapy)
Sat. May 24 10 p.m.Where: Nubia Café 5860 Delmar Blvd. (Just East of Pageant)
Complimentary Wine & Cheese to be served….Advance Tickets(On Sale 5/13): $3 Door: $5 For more information: Call: 314-387-7157 Email: mailto:76kidpromotions@gmail.com

Web: www.myspace.com/76promotions

Starting Friday May 30th, Saturday May 31st, and Sunday June 1st, a > change in the landscape of metropolitan St. Louis will begin. The St. Louis Metro Police Dept presents "The Weekend of Reconciliation". Friday will kick off the weekend with a youth oriented "State of Emergency" panel discussion. Incorporated in to this evening, with the help of Hot 104.1 will be the finals of a hip hop/rap contest hosted by Dynasty Productions. This event will be housed at the Lindbergh campus of Shalom (Church City Of Peace) 5491 N.Highway 67, Florissant, MO 63034.


Saturday will be the implementation of education. We will host workshops and classes at satellite sites throughout St. Louis City, County, and East St. Louis, all united via video conferencing. Saturday evening will encompass an evening of basketball at Harris-Stowe University. There will be a group of games played by local all stars and "not so all stars" alike. >


The weekend will culminate on Sunday with the most outrageous, powerful, and > magnanimous gathering of black men that the Midwest has ever seen. We will unite 20,000 black men at the Robert's building on Kingshighway, and march the old Annie Malone parade route ending in Tandy park. After the parade, we will be blessed with speakers, leaders, and fellowship the type unheard of in St. Louis to introduce the plans of "A Call to Oneness". . For more info please contact Erich Morris at (314)653-2300. http://www.myspace.com/acalltooneness

or

http://www.myspace.com/acalltooneness

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The Mckinley Bridge Grand Opening Celebration/Bike Trail; Saturday, June 07, 2008. The Great Rivers Greenway District and the Metro East Park and Recreation District will jointly celebrate the grand opening of the McKinley Bridge Bikeway and Brance Street Trestle on June 7, from 11 am until 2 pm. Both organizations share credit for improving bicycle and pedestrian access across the bridge. See website for more events on that day.Cost: Free Website: www.greatrivers.info


My Daddy is a DJ produced and starring Tony J TheTraffic Man written and directed by Henry Davis, kickin off Father’s Day weekend, Friday June 13 at the Central Visual and Performing Arts High School, 3125 Kingshighway, $15 door $10 w.student ID doors open at 5 p.m., show starts at 7 p.m. For more info call 314.306.7740. Special guests include Hakeem Da Dream, Da Fam, Thyck Clyck, Gangsta Grits, MC, Rucka Puff. Nikko Smith and Jibbs...................................................


The Pocketbook Monologues (aka the black Vagina Monologues) Presented by Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Omicron Theta Omega Chapter, Sunday, June 22, 2008 at 6:00 PM at the Sheldon Concert Hall, 3648 Washington Boulevard, Saint Louis, MO 63108. Single Tickets On sale Thursday, May 01, 2008 at 9:00 AM Ticket Prices$35 general For more info call 314.533.9900 or go to http://www.sheldonconcerthall.org/calendar.asp

AUDITION BITZ (NEW) .McDonald’s R&B Soul Search at the Loft, 3112 Olive Blvd, Open Auditions May 17 and May 24 from noon to 4 p.m., must be 21 years old and up, Winner receives a record deal with Sony Records. The Competition dates are May 30, June 6 and June 13 at 7 p.m. at The Loft and the finale is June 27 at the Loft with a Sony records A7R Rep as guest judge. For more info go to http://www.mcdonaldsstl.com....................................................It's Just Me April. I'm looking for all kinds of talent for a promotional live show to be held at a cafe in Indianapolis Indiana. If you sing R&B,Soul,Jazz,Gospel, Neo Soul,Country,Blues,Rap,Rock what ever. If you play any kind of insturment,spoken word, dance, 1-3 person stage act. Please contact me at jmproductionsllc@aol.com.............................................St. Louis Filmmakers Showcase - July 19-24, 2008 Cinema St. Louis is proud to announce that submissions for the 8thannual 2008 St. Louis Filmmakers Showcase. Deadline for submissions isMay 31, 2008. Click here http://cinemastlouis.org/showcase.html for an Adobe PDF of the official submission application and entry rules. A Word document can be supplied upon request.

JOB-ITZ City Light is a gospel video production company that continues to grow on and on and on!!!!!!!!!!!! We are currently looking for a professional independent videographerwho is experienced in filming, creative and skilled in editing with alove for video and eager to learn with an ability to travel. We are also looking for an additional shooter and PA's free to travel and an interest in assisting on the following: 100 Black Men National Conference........July 2008 Orland, FL (In Disney) Essence Music Festival ......................June 2008 New Orleans, LA(Only filming City Lights client's participation on stage and workshops) NAACP National Conference..................June 2008 City TBA Urban League National Conference..........August 2008 City TBA Live Gospel Music Video.........................October, 2008 Durham, NC Church musical service............................October, 2008 Durham, NC Gospel Music Video .............................. September, 2008 Durham, NC (2) Gospel Music Video................................Date TBA Denver, CO All PA's travel and hotel fully paid with possibly 1 to 2 meals per work day Camera operator hourly pay per work hour along with travel and hotel fully paid. Skilled students and ladies are encouraged to apply!!!!!!!!!!!!! All interested please reply to this email stlfilmwire@kdhx.org and put or leave Employment in Subject Line! no phone calls please! Thank You for your interest in working with City Lights!!!!!!!!!!!
HELP-BITZ.
HELP CALL TO ONENESS MEETINGS. DO NOT MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY to play your God given part. There are plenty of ways for you to be involved. There are over 25 different, but vital committees that we have to fill. We also are in need of Marshalls for the weekend and participants in the march. We need ideas for implementation. But mainly, WE NEED YOU!!! Take a look at the info, and plan on being at our next "Call to Oneness" meeting this and every> Thursday at 7:PM at the Lindbergh campus of the Shalom Church (City of> Peace) 5491 N.Highway 67, Florissant, MO. For more info on > that, please contact Erich Morris at (314)653-2300......................................ArtsINTERsection, Metro Theatre Company’s exciting arts education program returns to New City School, 5209 Waterman Avenue, June 9 – 27, 2008. ArtsINTERsection offers a preschool program for children ages 4 – 5 and school age children ages 9 -11. “At ArtsINTERsection kids can expect to have a busy day exploring theater, music, visual art and movement led by a staff of experienced, professional teaching artists with loads of individual attention in a caring environment where every child feels successful,” said Emily Petkewich, Director of Education Metro Theater Company. Four and Five year olds will explore creative drama and music in the morning and visual art and outdoor play in the afternoon. This unique program is great way to get preschoolers ready for their fall school experience! Six through 11 year olds explore acting and improvisation, creative movement, a creativity lab and visual art. Each week brings new creative challenges! Children may attend one, two or all three weeks of the program. Before and after care is also offered by New City School for an additional fee. Tuition is $230 per week, parents who register prior to May 1, 2008 receive an early bird rate of $210 per week. For more information or to register visit http://www.metrotheatercompany.org/ or call (314) 997-6777……………………………………………….Stray Dog Theatre Hop into spring dance classes for children taught by Sheila Rabbitt - professional teacher/choreographer http://www.sheilarabbittanddancers.org/ Come learn beginning modern and jazz dance in a positive environment where children will not only learn steps but create their own dances. Great for kids just starting out and those with some experience! Tuesdays and Thursdays 4:45-5:45 pm 4:45-5:45 pm Children 6-9 Children 10-12 Cost $48 for 8 week session Class size is limited. Early registration suggested. Please call Sheila Rabbitt at (314) 898-0374 to register. LOCATION Tower Grove Abbey 2336 Tennessee Avenue..................................... Stray Dog Theatare 2008 SUMMER ON STAGEChildren’s Theatre Arts Camps for Kindergarten – 5th Grade* Join Stray Dog Theatre’s ARTS IN MIND for a summer season of theatre camps.Camps are taught by theatre professionals and offer a variety of hands-on fun and education, culminating in a week’s end play for friends and family. Snacks and materials are provided. Space is limited, so make your reservation today. Come join the fun! TIME9:00am – 12:00noon LOCATION Tower Grove Abbey, 2336 Tennessee Avenue, Saint Louis, MO 63104 COST $100 per child, per week (Check, Money Order, or Credit Card)CONTACT Call for information and registration (314) 276-9039 and http://www.towergroveabbey.org/ .......................................Kobalt Books has just inked a movie-production dealwith Factor Media Group/Applecrate Films/OmniquestMedia to develop the true life story of Rev. BurtonBarr Jr. and his autobiography, “The HoodlumPreacher”, into a feature film. The publisher, KobaltBooks, is currently looking to raise development fundsfor this film. Potential investors will come on asmanaging members of the company thatproduces thefilm.For More Investment Info, Contact:Cedric Mixon at 314-503-5462........................................Shante LIFE Davis is offering tutoring services forthe youth for grades 1-12. If you are aware of anyonewho is in need of some extra educational support,please feel free to contact her or give them hercontact information. Shante "LIFE" Davis(314)418-9803................STL rapper/producer J-Kwon-has a new label deal and we are looking for someinterns to work on the new label HOOD HOP MUSICgraphicdesigners street team female street team club streetteam models internet teams (e-blasting,bloggers,writers)We are looking for the best. So instead ofjust 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 onpayroll with a permanent job with the company. If youthink 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, adcovers, posters, willing to do street team work and beapart of this new label contact me directly at kanecc@tmail.com…………………………..Joel P. E. King, owner of JPEK CreativeWorks LLC and The Space, wants to make an offer tothose of you who are in search for party and eventspace. Close to 2,000 square feet of available spacefor your next event, wedding party, baby shower, artexhibition and more. Here at The Space, you willacquire elegance, convenience and wonderfulhospitality. The Space located at 320-24 N.Vandeventer (off Lindell Blvd. in SLU area) Contact:314.494.5976 or 314.494.9095................Saint Louis has a new STREET TEAM. STL Promotions Professional Staff ,On time reporting with Pictures Electronic Marketing:E-Cards, E-Blast, Website Presence, Guerilla Marketing Techniques, Service Street, Radio, College, and Mixtape DJs, Special Events, Telephone Conferences,Retail, Market Visits, Professional Marketing Strategy for Saint Louis, Premium Product Placement, Exposure every day and every night at every event Our machine operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week!!!! We will exceed your expectations!!! Contact us at 314-750-6806................




ONGOING BITZ

New. Venuestl.com presents Therapy every Sunday at Lush, 3037 Olive, doors at 10 p.m. (close at 3 a.m.) Ladies free til midnite. Fellas $5 before 11 p.m. ladies $5 after Midnite. $2 martinis til 11:30 p.m. Dress Code enforced. Free B-day parties (limited space). For info call 314.392.7882 or therapystl@gamil.com

NEW. Fred and Harry Inc. presents Champagne Sundays at Sol Lounge, 4241 Lindell, 3:30 p.m. Cocktails $5, Cover $3. For more info go to www.1stfriday-stl.com
NEW. The Head Nodders Ball w DJ Needles Mondays at the Delmar Lounge, 6235 Delmar 11 p.m. to 3 a.m. $3 Cover

Francois cognac and cigar bar presents Evening of Expressions, every Tuesday a blend of culture, spoken word and neo soul, 326 N/ Vanderventer. Free until 9 p.m. $5 after 9 p.m. For more info call Ms. Bell at 314.229.7952 or Alexander at 314.448.2939



Suite Soul Spot, 1st Tuesday of each Month at the Old Rock House, 1200 S 7th Blvd. 9 p.m. 314-588-0505.2 Dollar Tuesdays at The Spot, 8370 N Broadway. $2 to get in and $2 drink specials all niet liong. Doors at 9 p.m. for more info call 314.385.4545




J’var, JE and Maxxed Out Entertainment Present Lyric Lounge every Wednesday @ House of Comedy (formerly Laughs on theLanding), 801 N. 2nd Street Featuring Poets, R&B, NeoSoul, Jazz and Funk artist weekly……Singers and poetryslam enthusiast gather weekly to present a uniqueblend of spoken word poetry and music from local andnot so local artist…….Doors open @ 8 show starts @9…..$100 weekly cash prize to the hottestlyricist….live band …..door prizes….giveaways…….allfor only $5 at the door For more info, call 314.241.5233





Roc-a- Star presents Refreshin with DJ NeedlesThursdays at Xes behind the Drunken Fish, 612. N. 2ndSt. Laceldes Landing. Ladies FREE til 11 p.m..............


Power Couple Inc presents XCLUSIVE THURSDAY'S A place for the business professional looking for the true benefits of an UltraLounge. Join us at Posh Ultra Lounge for a relaxing evening of music, food, and never a cover with drink specials all night. Exclusive Thursdays @ POSH... where the elite meet. Happy Hour at 5 p.m. Ultra Lounge at 9 p.m.



Urban Causal Fridays hosted by Bishop V-luv, HappyHour at Spruills, 1101 N. Jefferson. Free from6p.m.-9p.m. (2 for 1) Free food 9 p.m.-11p.m. Drinkspecials until midnite. Party 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. Ladies free til 11 p.m. for more info call 314.574.9601 or314.625.4595 or go to www.myspace.com/URBANCASUALFRIDAYS

Status Fridays every Friday at Dolce Ladies $5 before 11 p.m. 9 p.m.-3 am



CAFE SOUL, every 3rd Friday of the Month, Lucas House, 1220 Allen at Gravois, Doors 8 p.m., Band 9 p.m. FOR VIP SEATING PLEASE CALL 314-504-7405. GET THERE EARLY! SEATING IS LIMITED!




The Virtual Lounge Expressions, A Christian based open mic every 1st Friday, Cookies jazz and More #20 AllenBlvd. Webster Groves, Mo. Doors open at 8 p.m. Cover $10. For more info go to http://www.thevirtualounge.net/

Tuff On Paper ENT presents Network and ShowcaseSaturdays every first Saturday of each month and LoveYourself Saturdays every third Saturday of each month,9.m.--until at the Spyglass, 255 Union at Lindell $5at the door. first 50 Ladies Free until 11 p.m. First25 ladies get a free drink. 21 and older. Grown andsexy attire. For showcase info hit up www.myspace.com/tuffonpaper.com

or call 314.443.5001


Majic 104.9's BJ the DJ is personally inviting you to the Saturday to a straight up Old School Party...no limitation...no limitation! The house party will belive at the new Broadway Nite Club on New Hallsferryand West Florissant! AND at the new Knockouts! For more info contact Gina Foster at 314.712.1083 or go to http://www.divaeventplanning.com/

Check out Leannett Payne’’s CHOCOLATE BLOG by emailing her at Leannettpayne@yahoo.com!

UC ME Radio with Murphy lee, Kyjuan and comedian Darius Bradford, 6 p.m. Sundays on 100.3 The Beat.


For all your photography needs go to www.lanceomarthurman.com/

The Black Rep's blog, Black Reppin. It can be found on its website, http://www.theblackrep.org/ or directly at http://theblackrep.blogspot.com/

Bosley and Associates Traffic Law Centers .Suspensions, Speeding. Revocations. DWI. PointProblems. Accidents. Frison ‘s Flea Market, 7025 St.Charles Rock Rd., Fri-Sunday 9 am-5 p.m. or Big TopFlea Market, 367 Chambers Road. For more info, call314.621.1744





If you want to get on Vanita Applebum'shot new entertainment newsletter, email her at www.myspace.com/vanitaapplebum

Check out Lisa Rose blogsite on Strong PositiveBlack Sisters at http://www.positivesisters.blogspot.com/

or go to her my space page at www.myspace.com/lisarose08

Check out blog http://www.sistersnineties.blogspot.com/

for local literary group Sister’s Nineties Afrocentric literaryactivities for the family and youngsters.



Check out Lachrisa Crenshaw’s spa products at http://www.warmspirit.org/

or call her at (314)401-0710




Check out Diversity Gallery, for all of your naturalhair and beauty needs as well its café located at 6150Delmar Blvd. in the Delmar loop.For more info call314.721.3361 or email at diversitygallery@netzero.net

For body painting, makeup, face painting wigs andother special effects, contact Jessica Dana at http://www.jessicadana.com/

or go to www.myspace.com/jessicadada13

For all of your STL club event plans, AD SPACE andpics,go to http://www.stlouis-online.com2,%20http/www.indalou.com/ , http://www.stl411.net/

or http://www.stlonfire.com/

Check out STLdee-jay Enoch online with his own radioplaylist.The Flow: Music Lounge. Peep it out at http://www.flowink.com/player-popup.html

or go to his myspace page www.myspace/enochisreal.

For all your STL hip-hop info needs, go to http://www.stlhiphop.com/!

STL videographer Dana Christian has a website where people can send their professional music videos and films to get exposed. Itis http://www.spitflix.com/.

Well that will be it,.Thanks all for your comments and keep em comin. Hit me up at maatspear@yahoo.com

for pub or info you want on OUTTOWN.

AND REMEMBER OUTTOWN IS ERR WEDNESDAY!