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Its Hump day so its time for OUTTOWN and we wanna be sure we get this edition out cuz we don’t want our fans to go exinct like the Polar Bear always is. LOL

OK herre;s whassup this week:


Whassup with the rumor that the St. Louis Rams organization may get sold? Well for now, the rumor is not true. According to St. Louis Rams new managing owner, Dale "Chip" Rosenbloom, he stressed this Tuesday that he has every intention of keeping the Rams in St. Louis despite a report from Yahoo! Sports that the team is up for sale. Yahoo! reported that Eddie DeBartolo, former owner of the San Francisco 49ers, has had preliminary discussions with an intermediary about buying the Rams. Yahoo! reports that at least two other groups have had talks about purchasing the Rams franchise, according to an NFL owner familiar with the situation. Rosenbloom said the death of his mother, longtime owner Georgia Frontiere, four months ago caused immediate speculation that the team would be sold. Not only was the selling point speculated, but if they were sold, would they stay in St. Louis? According to reports, the St. Louis rams, which is worth more than $900 million, is opted to be in ST. Louis until 2015, 20 years after signing from Los Angeles to St. Louis (1995). The Rams lease agreement with the St. Louis Convention & Visitors Commission (CVC) requires the Edward Jones Dome rank among the top eight stadiums in the 32-team NFL on the Dome's 20th birthday in 2015. If first-tier status is not met, the Rams lease would switch to year-to-year terms a decade ahead of schedule and the team would have the option to leave St. Louis.

St. Louis go tin the national newz this week as the My Space suicide incident involving a young girl, Meagen Meier, l went to criminal court in Los Angeles where My Space is created. The mother of a teen who hanged herself after being spurned by a fake boy on MySpace is "thrilled" that a federal grand jury indicted her neighbor for her role in the creation of the profile."I'm thrilled," Tina Meier told FOX News on Friday. "She should have faced criminal charges from the very beginning, and unfortunately the state of Missouri did not have any laws that could convict Lori Drew (until this week) ."Drew, of Dardenne Prairie near St. Louis, was charged with one count of conspiracy and three counts of accessing protected computers without authorization to obtain information to inflict emotional distress on Tina's 13-year-old daughter, Megan. Drew faces five years in prison on each count. Responding to the suicide of a Missouri teenager who was teased over the Internet, state lawmakers Friday gave final approval to a bill making cyber-harassment illegal. The measure updates state laws to keep pace with technology by removing the requirement that the communication be written or over the telephone. Supporters say the bill will cover harassment from computers, text messages and other electronic devices.The measure now goes to Republican Gov. Matt Blunt for his signature. This I’m sure will be the cornerstone of Internet crime for sure but the controversy is whether the hoax caused her death or was she already in a mental state of depression before the incident occurred. The debate we are sure will continue on.

Wassup with the Ghost Student at gateway? St. Louis school officials are investigating the case of a reported phantom student who received grades and attendance marks even though he no longer attended the schoolThe unidentified teen was counted as a student at Gateway High School, but had reportedly been living in Oklahoma for part of this year, even though he reportedly received passing grades, including two Bs, and was marked present for nearly 60 days. District administrators did not provide much more information, but sources have told news sources that the student had returned to Gateway in March.Investigators spent the day at the high school, trying to figure out whether a computer glitch, a hacker or simply operator error caused what they're calling a "very embarrassing event."The student allegedly left Gateway in December 2007, moved to Oklahoma and then returned to Gateway earlier this year.The grades showed up on what's called a progress report, meaning final grades were still to come. We know one thing for certain that is going to be ghost---someone job that was responsible for this! ....................................................................A teenaged girl was hit by a Metrolink train his week. On Monday she was hit at the Richmond Heights/Galleria stop before 9:00 a.m. Witnesses say the girl, who appeared to be in her late teens, was carrying a bookbag and listening to music. Police say she never saw it coming. The girl stepped in front of the train, the operator pulled the emergency brake, but was unable to avoid hitting her. She ended up under the platform of the train that was heading south, toward the Brentwood stop. Passengers say all they could see was her bookbag on the platform. The passengers were kept on the train until first responders could check the girl’s condition.Some of them prayed, others were even crying. But the victim was alive and they were able to pull her out. Witnesses say she was conscious, but injured when she was transported to the hospital.Witnesses tell us she didn't say anything, but her eyes were open and she was moving. Police don’t think her injuries are life threatening.She also suffered visible cuts. Police says there’s a safety message to be learned – be alert when around MetroLink platforms. As of press time, police have not released her age or identity.

Speaking of teens, a 13 year old kid is in custody after causing a near melee at the annual Annie Malone Parade Sunday when he fired a gun into the crowd. Police say several people were trampled and a pregnant woman was injured when she fell. Luckily no one was struck by the gunfire They now believe this started with a fight between two groups of teens. Though one juvenile is in custody, investigators are still looking for more witnesses in this case. Anyone with information is asked to call St. Louis police at 444-2593 or 444-2545.Despite the incident, the parade kept going and organizers say this parade had the biggest turnout yet with almost 100,000 attending. We were on the platform stage on 9th and Market and the melee happened close to 15th and Market. All we saw was a big blob of people moving forward as they cops ran to the scene. One sista we talked to said the cops at first looked at the teens fight not doing anything, but when shots rang out they started to move. Hmmmm.
The following are the winners at the Parade--Automobile Division 1. Kustom Corvettes 2. HOT 104.1 FM 3. Time 4 Fun

Floats Division 1. Fair St. Louis 2. Michael's Catering Services 3. Confluence Academy

Drill Team Division 1. Arrowpoint Elementary 2. Over the Hill Drill Team - Omaha, Nebraska 3. Medinah Temple - Most Worshipful Prince Hall, The Grand Lodge of Missouri

Drum & bugle corps - junior & high school division 1. Riverview Gardens High School Marching Rams 2. University City High School Marching Band 3. Roosevelt High School Band......................................................

While the Annie Malone Parade was going on, Busch Stadium had a game as the Cards were playing the Tampa Bay rays. Before the game, The Cardinals honored the legendary Stan Musial. With family members and city officials on hand, Musial basked in a sun that shined as illustrious as his Hall of Fame career. St. Louis city officials dubbed Sunday as "Stan Musial Day." "I'd like to thank the people of St. Louis," Musial said as he addressed the crowd. "They're the greatest fans around." Cardinals broadcaster Mike Shannon introduced Musial to the crowd before a tribute video was played to the near-capacity crowd. Cardinals chairman Bill DeWitt briefly addressed the crowd as well..........................................

And who was the guy that had a bullhorn Sunday before The Cardinals/Annie Malone Parade who was inside of the parking garage next to Kiener plaza saying, ‘This is the Lord, Tampa Bay are going to win over the Cardinals.?”


The Missouri house passed the scrap law. Missouri lawmaker approved a measure making it easier for law enforcement to track scrap metal dealers that have been plundering copper and aluminum. The catch however is, if the scrap metal is more than 50 lbs!.......................

Police are searching for three suspects in the Monday night shooting of a Medstar Ambulance worker on 25th street exit near I-64 in east St, Louis who was transporting one of two brothers wounded in a shooting. The worker, who is in his early 20s, was airlifted to St. Louis University Hospital. The two brothers, whose names also were being withheld, were being treated at Kenneth Hall Regional Hospital, where East St Louis police had secured the perimeter. The ambulance worker was listed to be in serious condition. He was hit in the left arm, and the bullet traveled through and into his chest. No conditions were available on the brothers, who know the shooters. Herb Simmons, manager of Medstar Ambulance, said the driver, has been with the company for a couple months. Illinois State Police were assisting in the investigation. The ambulance was not followed by police because police didn't realize the suspects were hiding, Hammonds said. As of press time, Medstar is considering a review of the paramedic procedures. What’s tripped out about this incident was, the guy that got shot, Simmons, just graduated from college and was just hired with Medstar and filled in for an employee during that shift cuz the employee wanted to go to a graduation. Whoa!


Former Kirkwood Mayor Mike Swaboda went back at home from the St. John’s Mercy Medical center this week after fracturing his skull in a fall at his home. Family friend Tom Noonan said Swoboda, 69, was doing well and would continue home-based physical therapy at his home in Kirkwood. Noonan said Swoboda was expected to make a full recovery...........................................

Its back to the drawing board on the mother who abandoned her newborn in a dumpster in the CWE. St. Louis police thought they had a good clue recently in looking for the person who abandoned a newborn baby boy in a dumpster in the central west end. But investigators have ruled out a woman they thought could possibly be the mother of the child. Police released surveillance video of a woman at the Debaliviere Metrolink station. She was seen there 30 minutes before the newborn baby boy was discovered in a dumpster on waterman on the night of May 5th. Police said a call came in about the identity of the woman and detectives immediately contacted her. She’s been ruled out as a suspect. Police believe the abandoned infant may be from the St. Louis area and police are continuing an active investigation and urges anyone with information on the baby's identity or the mother's identity to call St. Louis police or crime stoppers.

The Clemens Chapel is under ruins—literally. Parts of the Clemens chapel and adjacent mansion-- located at 1849 Cass Avenue—collapsed last Friday due to saturation from rain. The roof on the mansion and chapel became so saturated with rain that part of the chapel caved in. Building inspectors found the wrong mortar was being used for the tuckpointing and stopped the project since the owners failed to get a work permit. The work alerted historic preservationists, who then contacted the city.Anthony Coffin, a board member with Revitalize St. Louis, said he and many others do not blame Mother Nature, but they simply hope someone finally preserves what is left of the important piece of local history.The original owner, James Clemens, was a wealthy businessman and a relative of famed author, Mark Twain. (whose real name was Sam Clemens who was born in Florida, Mo. Part of Monroe County, Missouri) James Clemens called St. Louis home in the mid-1800's. His property changed hanged many times over the years.

The Riverfront Times had an indeopth article last week about the upcoming investigation of Patty Wente, general manager of KWMU (90.7) as well as the station. The University of Missouri system office in Columbia is conducting a review of public radio station KWMU's operations and finances following a financial audit that raised some red flags about a lack of spending controls on company credit cards.News of the university investigation reached employees of the National Public Radio broadcaster on April 14 in an e-mail from UMSL Chancellor Thomas George. Sources inside KWMU contend that an investigation into the station and its general manager, Patty Wente, is long overdue. During her nineteen-year tenure, employees claim the 51-year-old Wente has orchestrated misleading fundraising drives, assigned staff to personal work, and ruled with a "reign of terror" in which employees felt threatened to bring concerns to the university. Reign of terror? Man seem like she made Hitler look like Bambi!



Wassup with the Brentwood exit ? Hope MODOT hurry and build the overpass. We cant get to Galleria on time! LOL.

The new electronic variable speed limit signs on the Missouri side of Interstate 270 will start changing during the morning rush starting tomorrow Thursday. Officials said the signs change speed in five-miles-per-hour increments and can only be changed every five minutes. The signs will flash for five seconds, before the speed limit changes. The slowest speed will be 40 miles-per-hour and the fastest speed will be 60 miles-per-hour...........................................




Looks like State Rep Connie Johnson has to remove herself from the ballot. A judged ruled Johnson does not meet the residency requirements to run for Senate in the 5th District.................................


What was up with the bomb threat at the St. Louis Zoo last weekend? We wonder if the animals were alerted instinctively?



Looks like the Belleville man who was badly burned in a home explosion earlier this month is now charged with trying to kill his wife and five year old daughter. So much happened at the home in the 1300 Block of Orchard street the night of May 2: the house where the Smith family lived blew apart; a wife and daughter essentially lost their husband and father, respectively. 44-year old Gary Smith allegedly unhooked the natural gas line from the oven to kill his wife, Darline and their daughter with the fumes. The freshly plowed dirt where the Smith's house used to gives no indication of the madness that unfolded here three Friday's ago. Smith is was charged with two counts of attempted murderin the St. Louis County Jail pending extradition to Belleville at which point his bail will be $750,000. Close to $4000 dollars in donations from a fundraiser and a trust fund are helping; so, too, would some final word from investigators on the explosion. His wife and daughter are staying with family and friends. There's another fundraiser for them Thursday night at the Whistle Stop pub in Swansea. All tips collected will go to Darline Smith and her daughter.


There was a peaceful protest when Phyliss Schlafly got her honorary degree at Wash U last Saturday. All the protestors—who did not belief in her anti-feminist ideology--did was turn their backs as she received her degree. She was one of six honorary members, one of the six was also music impresario and longtime humanitarian Quincy Jones(PICTURED) who was awarded a doctorate of humane letters from Washington University. He was nominated by African American studies Professor Gerald Early, who wrote the liner notes to Jones’ 2001 retrospective boxed set, "Q: The Musical Biography of Quincy Jones." Jones, who is from Chi-town, patted his heart, raised his fist to the sky and blew kisses to the audience in thanks for their wild applause and a standing ovation. He told The Associated Press after yesterday’s ceremony: "I’ve just turned 75, and I feel like I’m just beginning." He said in an interview he’s working to produce three albums and score nine films. But he said his "No. 1 project" is a children’s relief effort in Cambodia through his foundation. Next month, Jones will receive a top honor at the BET Awards in Los Angeles ceremony on June 24 for his humanitarian work.

Another superstar who wore a cap and gown was country singer Gretchen Wilson. Gretchen earned her General Education Development diploma in Tennessee’s Wilson County last week in a cap-and-gown ceremony where Charlie Daniels delivered the commencement speech. "I’m proud of her because she went through the turmoil of getting the diploma at this busy time of her life," Charlie told The Tennessean. "It’s a sign of character to do something because you want to, not because you have to."
It seems rather apropos that Charlie would give the speech the year that Gretchen graduated. He was mentioned in the lyrics of her first hit, "Redneck Woman."


Did the Animal Control folk ever get that deer that was spotted near the Science Center Sunday?


St. Louis Police officer, Marvin Haley, is in critical condition after he was hit by a car at Lambert International Airport. The accident happened around 8: 30 a.m. last Thursday on Lambert Airport Road near the East Terminal. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, Marvin Haley, an 8 year veteran of the police force, was conducting a security detail when a woman driving a maroon car struck the officer’s car and then hit the officer. The woman then veered off the road and hit a tree. Both were transported to area hospitals. The female driver was in surgery. Officer Haley was taken to SSM DePaul Health Center where he is in critical condition. The Missouri State Highway Patrol is investigating.

St. Louis will be repped well at this year’s Verizon Wireless Ampitheater summer concert, Super Jam. Those included are Chingy, Murphy Lee, Jibbs, Nite Owl, Joka, Vic Damone, Hakeem tha Dream, Jus Bleezy, Cat Fight, and Dolla. They will be performing June 21 at the ampitheater. Yo Gotti and Karina are also newly added. Already on the bill are headliners T.I. and Keyshia Cole, along with Webbie, One Chance, Bun B, and Gorilla Zoe. Just last Sunday, Chingy and STl rapper Murphy Lee headlined a May Day hip-hop concert at the Pageant which also included Twista (who we hear kicked it afterward at Spruills) and One Chance.



We hear rapper Shawty Lo did his thang at Society and reality star Brody Jenner had the ladies swooning as he hosted a party at Home nightclub.

Well looks like Nelly’s the long awaited 5th studio album “Brass knuckles’ have been pushed back yet again, from June to August. This has been one of many for the Cd that was suppose dto have been relased last fall after the lackluster song Wadsyaname’ was released (which is not on the new CD by the way). And by way of the charts are going, “Party people” stalled on charts only peaking at #40 on the Hot 100 and #62 on the Hip Hop/R&B Charts. The next single released may be “Stepped On My Js" (featuring Ciara and Jermaine Dupri). In unrelated Nelly news, according to MediaTakeOut, Nelly and Ashanti back together . They just got word that Nelly and Ashanti are now prepared to publicly come out as boyfriend and girlfriend. They spoke EXCLUSIVELY with a person close to Ashanti who told us all about the couple's change of heart. The insider told MediaTakeOut.com, "Ashanti and [Nelly] have been dealing with each other for years, but it was always understood that it wasn't exclusive ... [Nelly] really didn't want it to be exclusive." And according to our insider, it was the lack of exclusivity that had the couple denying the relationship to the public. The insider explained to MediaTakeOut.com, "That wasn't Ashanti's man, so she would have looked silly telling the media that they're together. It was a little complicated, so instead of putting all their business out there, they just refused to talk about it." But now, according to the key insider in Ashanti's camp, things have changed. The tipster told MediaTakeOut.com, "They're both a lot more mature and they're both ready to settle down. Plus they've known and loved each other since forever ... they're even talking marriage and children." Whoa Nelly!

We were listening to 100.3 The Beat last Sunday and heard Hypeman Dwight Stone’s gospel music mix segment prior to the Freeman Bosley Junior Show. Hmmm, is this Crunk For Christ all over again?

Congrats to STL comedian Jesse Taylor who landed a billing on the Princes of Comedy tour with comedians Ali and Will Sylvince. The 20 city tour began this week in Salt Lake City.
No word on whether the tour will reach the STL...................................
Have yawl heard 2004 American Idol contestant Aloha’s new single? Its dope. It is called My Man and it features STL rapper . Ebony Eyez.. To peep it out go to www.myspace.com/starringaloha

Happy B-day goes out to these “S-tauruses”, Jazz diva Mae Wheeler(PICTURED) , adopted STler singer Ron Isley, Majic 104.9 personality Tammie Holland, St. Louis American’s Bill Beene (who we hear turned it out at his party at Posh last weekend) and the Do She comic, Jay Lee.


STL weightlifter Derrick Johnson did not make the Olympic team for China this summer. Bummer.............................................. Two guys from the STL club security team Frontline will be going and coming from the frontlines. We hear that security guy Brandon Troupe is about to hit overseas for the Marines any day now and its head guy Brian Stemmons is coming from overseas during Memorial Day weekend after completing five months in the Air Force.

IN THE MIA(MISSING IN ACTION) FILE. What ever happened to socialite/event host Doug James?

BLIND BITZ.Which performer was propositioned with cash to do an “adult act” with a mover and shaker after their show? (Hint, the performer is not a singer—but still uses a mike and performed with a group, has four letters in their name—the last initial being an ‘M’ and the mover and shaker is a “threepeat” offender on BLIND BITZ and was “one” of the groupies at this show)

EVENT-BITZ

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





The Unity Theatre Ensemble’s production of the Cotton Club Revue will run May 21-25 at the Ivory Theatre (7622 Michigan). For more information, call the Ivory Theatre Box office at (314) 631-8330. Call (314) 355-3586 for reservations and group sales.............................


I AM Boutuique’s Annual Summer Jump Off, Thursday may 22. Free Drinks, music by DJ Needles and much more. 25 percent off clothing. 9 .m.-1 .am. 7700 Delmar Blvd.
Dee lee presents comedian Talent at the House of comedy (formerly Laughs on the Landing), 801 N 2nd Street. May 22-25. For more info call 314.241.5253.


Cheresse Ink The leading ladies of Sports Illustrated 2008 edition: Jessica Gomes, Quiana Grant & Jarah Mariano host HOME! At Ameristar casino in St. Charles, Thursday may 22 For more info go to visit http://www.cheresseink.com/GetINK.cfm?u=maatspear@yahoo.com


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



"Stress Free Fridays--Memorial Day Weekend Kick-Off" on Friday, May 23 at 5:00pm. "Kick-off your Memorial Day Weekend and the summer season with Stress Free Fridays as we visit the rooftop of Mandarin...are you ready?". Event: Stress Free Fridays--Memorial Day Weekend Kick-Off "Stress Free Fridays...where the sophisticated professionals convene..."Where: Mandarin (http://www.mandarinlounge.net/) To see more details and RSVP, follow the link below:http://www.facebook.com/n/?event.php&eid=13012034705

EVENT SPOTLIGHT

St. Louis top urban promoters have teamed up for the official start ofsummer, 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. (CLICK ON FLIER FOR MORE DETAILS)

The weekend will bring together an eclectic mix of celebrities, nationalartists, sports and entertainment icons and city's elite party goers.Expect anything and be prepared for everything as we'll have a variety ofspecial 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 24Elevate 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 thememories of a lifetime. Ticket prices will increase as the event getscloser, 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 willbe sold PER EVENT)Future Price: $20Go to http://www.stlmemorialday.com/
to purchase advance tickets. This one will sell out fast!+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

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

Hotbox Virtual club STL presents HBO Def Poetry Jam’s Sunni Patterson, Saturday, May 24, Doors at 8 p[.m., Show at 8:30 p.m. $10 Admission Info: 314- 995-9570,

www.sunnipatterson.com or

www.myspace.com/thehotboxvirtualclubstl


SOUL STYLZ presents FRAMES hosted By: Precision Entertainment, 1824 Magazine, SYGU, SoDiverse, After Hour Entertainment, The Konnection, Somethi n blue, DJ Reminise & SinglesVibe.comJ Buck's Restaurant Downtown} OutSide Area1000 Clark Ave St. Louis, MO 63102 9:00PM- UNTIL May .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*................................................




The Bikers Plus present In the Club Pre-Memorial Day bash at The Loft, 3112 olive St., Sunday, May 25. Ladies 2 for 1 until 11:30 p.m. Dress Code enforced. Dj Cuddy on the 1s and 2s . For more info call 314.766.7034...............................

The 2008 Miss Missouri Continental Pageant, Sunday,. May 25, 9 p.m. at The Trade (new spot next to the Complex Nightclub) , 3515 Chouteau Ave. $10 Cover For more info go to http://www.complexnightclub.com/




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/

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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……………………. Loose cannon Weekend May 30-June1; B0Day Bash at Skybox May 30; All White Party at Club Society May 31 and Private Pool Party June 1. For more info on tickcts call 314.646.9917


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 ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

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 presents Willie Nelson with Special Guest James HunterSaturday, June 14 • 7:30 pm at 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 KRAUSS Featuring T Bone Burnett Thursday, June 19 • 8pmFabulous Fox Theatre$67.50, $57.50 & $47.50Tickets are on sale now. Recipients 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 ANNOUNCEDON SALE FRIDAY, MAY 16 AT 10AM!ONLY AT METROTIX.COM & 314-534-1111TOM WAITSGlitter and Doom TourThursday, June 26 • 8 p.m.Fabulous Fox Theatre$102.50, $90, $702 ticket limit per orderMelissa 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 GREENSunday, July 13 • 7:30 p.m.Fabulous Fox Theatre$124.50, $64.50, $54.50, $44.50, & $34.50On-Sale Information:Tickets on sale Monday, May 19 at 10am!Purchase tickets at the Fox Box Office, MetroTix outletsor by calling 314/534-1111.Order tickets online at http://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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The Black Rep, the country’s largest and premier professional African-American theatre company will close its 31st Season with SARAFINA! The Music of Liberation by Mbogeni Ngema, May 28 - June 29, 2008 at the Grandel Theatre, 3610 Grandel Square in St. Louis, Missouri. Reserve your seats by please calling (314) 534-3810 or visit http://www.theblackrep.org/.

This Tony Award nominated musical is set in South Africa during the Soweto riots of 1976 and is told through the eyes of Sarafina, an ambitious schoolgirl actress-activist. SARAFINA! burns with the raw truth about life under apartheid that was not published or televised because of the government’s censorship of news coverage.

Following the imprisonment of her inspirational teacher, Sarafina inspires her classmates to rise up and join her in protest of the racist apartheid government.The young talented cast includes members of the company’s Professional Intern Program and the Summer Performing Arts (SPA) program.

Sarafina! is directed by Ron Himes with choreography by Keith Tyrone and musical direction by Charles Creath.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. To reserve your seat please call (314) 534-3810 or visit http://www.theblackrep.org/.

Performance Schedule, May 28 - June 29, 2008
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.
SUBWAY Noonday Series: Join the director and designers for a lively discussion on Thursday, May 29 at
12:00 p.m., lunch provided by Subway Delmar Loop
Student matinee performances on Wed, June 4 and June 18 at 10:00 a.m.

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Sharon Stevens of KSDK-TV moderates panel on "How the media covers Sen. Barack Obama and the race to the White House" @ YWCA, 2711 Locust, St. Louis MO. 314.531.1115 or www.ywcastlouis.org for more info.‏ 6 p.m. Thursday May 29 FREE..............................................

Better Family Life presents Forces of Nature Dance Theatre and Sankofa Productions in Concert May 30 & 31. For tickets call 314.367.3440 or visit www.betterfamilylife.org.‏

CALL TO ONENESS. 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: http://stlcin.missouri.org/calendar/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 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..................................................(new)/ Wanted: ACIM models/talent and anyone wishing to join ACIMJob description: non-union television commercial / script memorization required Scripts are short -- memorization of scripts required for audition.Client: Southwestern Hearing CentersYou must fit the following stats:2 females, age range 45-65, Caucasian2 males, age range 45-65, Caucasian1male, age range 8-12, Caucasian1 female, age range 8-12, Caucasian
Pay rate for speaking roles: $750 flat (minus 20% agency fee) per personPay rate for non-speaking roles: $550 flat (mins 20% agency fee) per personLength of shoot: approximately 6 hours
Shoot date will either be Thursday, June 19 or Friday, June 20.
Auditions will be held Wednesday, May 21, 2008 from 8:15 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
You will need to take 2 current ACIM 8x10 cards and 2 copies of your resume (if you have one).Please tape not staple your card to the back of your resume.
If you qualify we will give you a copy of the scripts and arrange an audition time.
We will respond first to talent who gives us all of the following information: The talent's first and last name (for talent 17 or younger, parent's first and last name must also be included) age, date of birth, phone number(s), the best time for us to speak with you, and what time frame (for example, 9:00am- Noon) would work best for your audition.
NO TALENT WILL BE ALLOWED TO AUDITION WITHOUT AN APPOINTMENT TIME SET BY ACIM.
Please hit reply, type 'got it' then your name, then hit send to let us know that you have received this email. Please forward this email to anyone who fit the above stats and who you think might like getting involved.ACIM314-361-1312>>>>>>>>>>>>

..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, 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 Theatre 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 http://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..........................

Comedy Nites at Janae’s West 7555 Olive Blvd, hosted by Darius Bradford. 8:30 p.m. 410 Cover. (314)863-7420...............................

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

NEW: Power Stiletto Entertainment Presents "Power Networking Wednesday's"where "powerful" minds meet to do "powerful" things in our community!
Time: 6-11pm
Date: Wednesday May 28th
Attire: Business/Business Casual (Stirctly Enforced)
Admission: Free
Ambiance: Sophisticated and Mature
Attitude: Bring your "A" game and plenty of business cards
Join us as we celebrate the Grand Opening of the In Spot Dessert Bar and Lounge5854 Delmar Boulevard
http://www.inspotlounge.com/This event is also in support of the Saint Louis Susan G. Komen Race for the cure of breast cancer
visit us at http://www.powerstiletto.com/
or email us http://us.f366.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=info@powerstiletto.com

NEW: Fusion with DJ Needles of the Solution, Wednesdays at Posh, 408 N Euclid, 8 p.m. 21 Y.O. and up NO HATS FELLAS. FREE

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!