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Before we get to the new of the newz, let us all remember this Thursday as it commemorates the 7th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks in NYC, Wash DC and Philly. Hopefully one day we will all get the truth of what really happened. But we all probably would be dead and gone to our afterplaces before the real truth rears. Ya feel us?

And we are still waiting for yawl who are or know someone who is STL-LICIOUS. Just send us a pic and a brief bio at outtown62221@yahoo.com and we will post you or them on our site!

And thanks to all who voted for OUTTOWN as Best Blog in the Riverfront Times 2008 Poll. In this year of voting in the national Presidential elections, we hope this was a motivator to keep the votes going. Hopefully we will have a chance this go round to win (last year it was Mayor Slay’s blog and the year before that was some heavy set brotha with a hip-hop blog whose name escapes us) . We will find out by Sept 25 when that special RFT issue is on newsstands.

And now to the newz:

2008 Democratic VP nominee Senator Joe Biden was making a campaign swing through Missouri Tuesday just one day after the Republican presidential ticket of John McCain and Sarah Palin held a rally in the Kansas City suburb of Lee's Summit.
At a town-hall forum at a Columbia fitness and recreation center, Biden cast McCain as a recent convert to the Barack Obama change theme who nonetheless remains out of touch with the economic uncertainties facing many families.
Later Tuesday, during a visit to Mehlville High School in a middle-class area of St. Louis County, Biden noted that Republicans are trying to portray Democrats as the party of big taxes, even though President Bush has racked up hundreds of billions of dollars of debt every year of his administration. A big crowd gathered in the south St. Louis County of Mehlville to hear from Delaware Senator Joe Biden, who's the bottom half of the Democratic presidential ticket.
There were an estimated 1,500 attending the town hall forum in the Mehlville High School gymnasium.

Some taxpayers in the district called to complain about a political event at a public school. However, school administrators say the event occurred after school let out and the Obama/Biden campaign is paying to use the facility.

The exact cost hasn't been determined yet, since the workers setting it up and taking it down have yet to tally their final hours. Biden was making his first visit to Missouri since being selected as Obama's running mate Missouri is a historic bellwether state, voting for every winning presidential candidate except one in the past century. Columbia is the site of the University of Missouri's flagship campus and is a traditional Democratic bastion in the center of Missouri. But Republicans have been making gains in Columbia's home of Boone County, transforming it into a particularly hot battleground.

Biden and Palin are to debate Oct. 2 at Washington University in St. Louis.


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The three finalists vying to become St. Louis Public Schools' eighth superintendent in a little over five years would all bring extensive administrative experience to the job.

But only one, former Providence, R.I., superintendent Donnie Evans (ABOVE), has put in full-time service at the top of a school district.

Another of finalists, Eric Becoats, served as co-interim superintendent of the Guildford County schools in Greensboro, N.C. until Monday — when that district's new superintendent took the helm.

The third finalist, Kelvin Adams, would bring familiarity with St. Louis and its schools to the job.
Adams, now the chief of staff for the Recovery School District of New Orleans, served as the executive director for human resources for the St. Louis schools in 2006-07.

All three candidates fielded questions from the public at a forum Tuesday at Vashon High School, 3035 Cass Avenue. The Vashon forum will cap a day of meeting teachers, administrators and students across the district.

We will see wassup here cuz its already allegations that some of the candidates have been doing some NUNYA biz while in office.

Funeral services have been set for Kirkwood’s longtime mayor, Mike Swoboda. Services will be at 4 p.m. Thursday at Kirkwood’s First Presbyterian Church. Swoboda died Saturday. He was shot in the head in February when disgruntled resident Charles "Cookie" Thornton burst into a city council meeting and began firing. Two police officers, two council members and the public works director died in the rampage. Police shot and killed Thornton. Swoboda appeared to be improving before recent setbacks. Kirkwood’s current mayor, Art McDonnell, said Swoboda’s death was caused in part by the shooting and in part by his struggle with cancer.

St. Louis Rams coach Scott Linehan had high hopes for a turnaround this season. Instead, the Rams looked like last year’s 3-win team, or even worse, with a dismal showing in their 38-3 opening loss at Philadelphia.“We’re going to have to play a whole lot better,” Linehan said Monday. “We can’t expect to win any game if we play like that.”The Rams were manhandled in all phases of the most lopsided opening loss in the franchise’s 71-year history, leaving coaches with a comprehensive list of areas needing improvement for this week’s home opener against the Super Bowl champion Giants.The offense mustered only 166 yards while going 0-for-11 on third down conversions, and was on the field for only 45 plays. New offensive coordinator Al Saunders noted that should have been closer to a play total for the first half, although he had expected a tough day against the Eagles’ pressure defense. On those third downs, they needed to convert an average of 10 yards.


Linehan emphasized in a team meeting Monday that it was only one game and that the Eagles’ play was “nearly flawless.” But he also said he didn’t mince words about the awful performance, also blaming himself.“You have to keep the perspective that it is one game,” Linehan said. “But you have to call it like it is. I told them the accountability factor has to be high across the board, we have to all look at ourselves.“We basically played on the wrong side of the field the whole game.”

Next week, they’ll be a bit short-handed in her home opener with the Super Bowl Camps New York Giants at the Edward Jones Dome, Wide receiver Drew Bennett fractured his left foot in the opening series and will be out at least a month, and defensive end Leonard Little and guard Jacob Bell both have hamstring strains.Without Bennett on the field, Torry Holt faced constant double-teaming and totaled one catch for 9 yards. Entering the season, Holt’s 753 catches led all NFL receivers this decade.“Yeah, I’d double Torry,” Linehan said. “He’s the one guy on our roster who has any catches.”Linehan and Haslett disagreed with knee-jerk media assessments that the Rams appeared flat and lacked emotion.“I think we lacked our ability to execute and I think you get enthusiasm through execution,” Linehan said. “They are into this season and they know we didn’t pass Test 1 of 16.”

In related news, The St. Louis Rams originally drafted wide receiver Eddie Kennison in the first round of the 1996 NFL Draft. The 35-year-old Kennison returned to the Rams Tuesday after signing a one-year deal with the club. The team's need for a pass catcher grew when the Rams lost Drew Bennett for a month with a foot injury.

Major league batting leader Albert Pujols may be headed to reconstructive elbow surgery that could sideline him into next season. Or he might not.
A day after the St. Louis slugger told KSDK television that he was considering having the operation, the Cardinals said it's not clear whether surgery is needed. General manager John Mozeliak was caught off guard by Pujols' remarks.
"You never deal in absolutes, but there are no plans for surgery at this time," Mozeliak said after the Cardinals' 4-3 win over the Cubs. "It's resolved."
Pujols has been playing with a torn ligament since 2003, but the Cardinals said in a statement on Tuesday that management, Pujols and his representatives agree that the injury "does not appear to be season-threatening nor do they have a clear indication that it will or will not require future surgery."

Meanwhile, Puhols homered for the third straight game to erase an early three-run deficit In Tuesday’s win against the Cubs. The Cardinals started the night 4 1/2 games behind Milwaukee in the wild-card race. Now they are 3 ½ games behind. With 19 more games left, we will see if the Cards could at least win their division.

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A high-profile antitrust lawyer said he plans to file a lawsuit this week aimed at blocking InBev’s $52 billion buyout of Anheuser-Busch Companies Inc.
San Francisco lawyer Joseph Alioto Jr. said he plans to file suit Wednesday in federal court in St. Louis, calling the deal “bad news for the beer industry.” Alioto is alleging the Belgian company’s planned acquisition of the St. Louis brewing icon and maker of Budweiser beer will harm consumers by leading to higher prices for beer and diminishing competition.

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Charges have been filed against three teens accused of shoplifting, attempted carjacking and leading police on a chase in St. Louis County. Joseph King, 17, has been charged with second-degree attempted robbery and stealing $500 or more. King is being held on $15,000 bond.

Jeremy Grant, 17, has been charged with stealing $500 or more and is being held on $10,000 bond. Jonathan Brown, 17, has been charged with stealing $500 or more and resisting arrest and is being held on $10,000 bond. The fourth suspect who was taken into custody is a juvenile and is in family court custody. The fifth suspect is still on the loose.

All of the suspects are allegedly involved in an incident that happened on last Tuesday night. According to police, the incident began when the suspects stole jeans from the JC Penny store at the South County Mall. When St. Louis County police arrived, the five suspects ran to a Jeep in the mall parking lot. It was later determined that the Jeep was stolen.

The suspects jumped out of the Jeep, leaving the stolen vehicle and jeans behind.
Police say two of the suspects then tried to carjack a man in another store parking lot. One of the suspects punched the victim in the face, but they were unable to steal his vehicle. Those two suspects ran from the scene, but were caught by police.

The other two suspects ran to the 3200 block of Bainburry Court where they stole a minivan. Police spotted the van on I-55 headed toward St. Louis. The suspects crashed the van and then fled the scene of the accident. They were caught by St. Louis police.

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Does anyone know if East St. Louis native gold medalist Dawn Harper was a part of the 150 2008 Olympians who made the celebration on Oprah Winfrey’s show on Monday?

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A judge on Friday banned a local attorney from a Glen Carbon park after police charged the man with asking people whether he could tickle their children.Glen Carbon Police charged Charles R. Douglas, who has a law practice in Glen Carbon, with four misdemeanor counts of disorderly conduct. He is accused of talking to people at Miner Park about wanting to tickle children.Douglas, 58, told a reporter that for years he has done a "tickle monster" routine with children and that it's "a joking thing that I do." He said he enjoys seeing children laugh and smile, and never touches a child without permission from a parent.

Douglas said the charges are "the most ridiculous thing I've ever seen." He said he's considering lawsuits against the police and against the people who made reports to police.After the charges were filed, Madison County Associate Judge Steve Stobbs ordered that Douglas not enter Miner Park. Douglas said he goes to the park to walk, for exercise.Douglas said he was booked Friday and released with a notice to appear in court later.
Uh, dont he have better things to do, like hear cases?


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STL fans of "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition" can tune in to watch two St. Louis area s get made over. The show typically awards new homes to needy families, but in St. Louis, producers chose two beneficiaries. The Martirez family in Shrewsbury will see their new home today. And SamMalek, who was born with cerebral palsy, was chosen for a small business makeover for his More Than Coffee shop at 14240 Manchester Road, east of Highway 141. The episode that features the demolishing and rebuilding of his shop will air in November.

Congrats to two vet radio personalities whose been in the STL biz for 20 years. Clear Channel’s Tony Scott(PICTURED), who has been a dee-jay for Majic 104.9 (nee Majic 108) for 2-0 years told a packed crowd Saturday at its 30th Anniversary celebration at the Starlight Room that he recently signed a contract extension for four more years to be the host of the long-running Tony Scott Show (nee the Breakfast Crew) and said to the crowd that he would retire here in ST. Louis and “get on Tammie Holland (his co-host) nerves for four more years.” (FOR PICS OF THIS EVENT GO TO OUT 462 ) The other 20 year personality is Charlie Brennan who is radio host of his namesake show on KMOX (and panelist on the KETC talk shoe, “DonnyBrook.” On KMOX’s website he taklked on how he got the gig: In 1988, I was making $12,500 per annum working for WNTN Radio in suburban Boston… One day, my dad paid a visit to my Boston apartment. Viewing my kitchen chairs, which I had purchased at Medimart, he sat down on my couch, which I had rescued from the curb, and lit a cigarette.“You can’t live like this forever,” he said. Shortly thereafter, I sent out 75 letters and tapes to the top talk and news radio stations in the nation…Around August, I got two nibbles. One was from a radio station owned by Merv Griffin in Hartford. The other was from KMOX in St. Louis. I only knew of KMOX because my college roommate from Baltimore listened to Cards games on KMOX. In addition, KMOX’s gigantic ratings always caught my eye in industry publications. “We like your tape, said Bob Osborne, KMOX’s Program Director. “But we want to hear a full hour interview. Send another tape and call me in a few days.” And the rest as they say is history.

As Nelly’s long awaited 5th CD, Brass Knuckles” is released next Tuesday, more rumors about the hit STL native rapper brews up. The latest is a supposed hookup that Nelly had with signer/actress Solonge Knowles when both were in the STL during the Labor day weekend. According to MediaTakeOut.com Nelly and Solange Knowles reportedly "hung out". Solange was in St. Louis promoting her new album (at Six Flags concert) and Nelly was in town with family. But the two managed to have a secret rendezvous. The insider explained, "Solange was only in town for one night and she made sure to give Nelly a call ... and then they hung out." Of course, no one knows what happened when the two of them hung out.

Grammy Award nominated East St. Louis native singer/producer Akon may be in trouble yet again while on stage. A second "fan-throwing" scandal was caught on tape throwing two female concertgoers at a show in Guyana, South America on Saturday, August 30. The R'n'B artist was videotaped performing on stage in a black t-shirt and dark-colored skirt. Enthusiastically asking concertgoers to follow in his move, he even danced with one of his male fans onstage. In between his performances, Akon took his shirt off and tried to "crowdsurf to a camera stand about 100 yards off stage. He finally got there, dancing with two young female fans and two male fans. It was during that time that he grabbed one of the female fans and pushed her into the crowd as she tried to hold his hand. He then grabbed the other lady who tried to embrace him from behind and tossed her into the crowd. Getting physically aggressive with concertgoer, indeed, isn't something new for Akon. He has on Wednesday, Sept 3 made an appearance for a brief hearing at Fishkill Town Court to ask a judge to grant his request for a jury trial in relation with his earlier fan-tossing case where he faces criminal charges. He's slated to be back in court on December 1. Akon is yet to comment on the incident. In April last year, Akon caused controversy when he simulated sex with a 15-year-old girl at a club in Trinidad and Tobago. Meanwhile, Akon has hit back at claims he assaulted two female fans at a concert last month and released video footage of the event to prove he is innocent. Edited footage of a gig in South America appeared to show Akon star striking two women while he crowd-surfed. But Akon's publicist has released a new tape of the Guyana concert, taken from another angle, which shows a different side to the story. I guess its all about “reasonable” doubt for sure.


To see the video yourself go to


http://www.mediatakeout.com/2008/26389-shocking_video_akon_elbows_girl_in_the_face_during_concert.html\





Adopted St Louisan Niecey Nash’s new sitcom, “Do Not Disturb,” which also stars Jerry O’Connell, about the goings on at a swanky NYC hotel, premieres tonite on Fox 8:30 p.m. CST) But the critics haven’t been too kind especially USA Today who said “the real shame is that the show is wasting some talented performers, not only Nash and O'Connell (who has been more appealing elsewhere), but also The Class' Jesse Tyler Ferguson — stuck in a role and a show that has no class to speak of. And that's disturbing.” OUCH. Oh well, they said the same ish about classic comedies such as “Married with Children,” and that ran for 11 seasons. Well, as they say, you gotta judge for yourself. We in the STL are rooting for ya Niece!

And speaking of STL artists, yet another STL act can add Billboard charts to their resume along side Chuck Berry, Fontella Bass, and Nelly to name a few. St. Louis rockers Ludo’s “You’re Awful, I Love You” CD at long last, has cracked the Billboard 200, at No. 166. The new milestone comes as the band’s debut Def Jam/Island single “Love Me Dead” continues its long climb up Billboard’s Modern Rock Tracks chart, where it’s in the top ten. Congrats to the band who will be a part of Pointfest on Sept. 20 at Verizon Wireless Amphitheater.

Café Soul is returning to their home stage. The popular monthly open mike event which is hosted by STL singer Coco Soul (in the middle) is returning to Lucas House for its September show on the 19th. For the past two months. The event was moved to the bigger Lumen when folk complained of it not being enough room to move. Well, when they moved they had its very successful 2nd year anniversary party in July. But most folk complained of the acoustics in the venue. After one more month at Lumen in August and a not-so-great turnout as the July event caused the Café Soul crew to return back to Lucas House.. Now, Cafe Soul is back at the more intimate and appropriate Lucas School House at 8 p.m. Sept. 19. Admission is $10.






Congrats are in store for three STL stars who jumped or will be jumping the broom this month.

One was STL fashion designer Passion Bragg-Crawford, who said ‘I DO” last Saturday at St. Nicholas church in downtown St. Louis.

Upcoming is the wedding of Konnection’s “Wordsmith” Perkins who will say his vows with his fiancee’ next Wednesday in the Bahamas where they will also have their honeymoon.

And the big papparazzi wedding was Atty Jeannie Roberts of the business tycoon Roberts Brothers brood, got married last weekend in the Bahamas (one of her bridesmaids was TV actress Keisha Knight Pulliam) . She and her hubby are honeymooning in Negril.

Hoodstar Mocha Latte is currently getting word that she may be one of the ones selected in this year’s Black Who’s Who. Also, if yawl were tuning into 104.1 personality Boogei D’s radio show Tuesday she called up on his show when the question was asked, “What Should You do if Your Man Cheats?” Well Mocha pretty much said, to not pay attention to him, ignore him, cuz he expects for you to get upset, or mad.” Hmmm. We guess she’s going by experience but it was def interesting gab.

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Happy B-daze goes out to Precision’s Rob Kirk who will be celebrating his born day at Posh in the CWW this Saturday right after his co-sponsor duties with Singlesvibe at the Winery Trip in St. Genevieve.

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There were a few sightings of some STL celebs last week which we thought you might find interesting or ho-hum. First sighting was Atty. Wayman Smith who was at the Walgeeen’s on Clayton Road sitting near the picture booth talking to a lady who was using the picture computer. The other sighting was DJ Soundz getting gas at a BP station in Belleville and he sat in his van with a female for awhile before he got gas. Don’t know what that was all about, but hey……

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And lastly, big ups to Tony Scott Show personality Tammie Holland who referenced our blog OUTTOWN during her Inside Report last week on the St. Lunatics and their new fashion line. When asked on why she used us, she said she credited us cuz it was one of slow days and she had to get some scoop for the air. Well, we take it how we get it. LOL.

WORDZ to the WHYZ at the MTV 2008 Music Awards.

Why did the MTV folk have MTV personality Sway reporting from a helicopter? ….. Why did red carpet host Kim Stolz rudely interrupt guest red carpet host singer Taylor Swift to interview T.I. came on the carpet to perform? Why did T-Pain ride on the red carpet on an elephant? Why was Fatman Scoop wearing a white tee, red satin underwear and flip flops to the awards? Why were the performances of Katy Perry, LL Cool J and Lupe Fiasco were interrupted with commercial breaks? ….Why was Christina Applegate lip synching and was looking like a techno Rihanna?....Why was Jamie Foxx talking loud and not funny?.....Why did they “comedian” Russell Brand (and we put comedian in quotes) to host the show? And why did Jordin Sparks get pissed with the host for ripping Jonas Brothers for having virginity promise rings? Why was Lil Waynes pants sagging down to the point of falling down and holding his crotch throughout the performance? Why did they have those useless VMA Alerts during the commercials? Why didn’t Best New Artist winners Tokio didn’t wanna thank their record company?....Why did Britney get a standing ovation? And why was she the big winner? And why did they have so many stage problems like not giving Demi Moore her mike on time when she got on stage? Why was paris Hilton looking in the wrong camera? Why weren’t the dancers who won the dance battle not performing on stage which was their prize?....Why didn’t Chris Brown and Neyo perform? …. Why did Kanye’s finale performance seem more like an afterthought? Why weren’t there any 25th anniversary tributes (or at least a surprise from Madonna)? Why did they make folk think Paramore was performing via satellite somewhere and they were actually there? Why was T.I. lip-synching? Why did the host say that he and LL Cool J were shopping for lingerie to try on with each other? Why was the post show cut short (just 10 minutes in)?
And lastly, why was this year’s show BOOOOOOOOOOOOOOORING?

IN THE MIA FILE. Where is STL fashion designer Navish?

BLIND BITZ. Which mover and shaker got ripped on a gossip website for being a goldigger and a whore? (Hint. It is not a movers and shaker who part of a promotions company and their name can be seen with a part of the word that describes an embedded system for reading electronic books. The website has city branches to its national website and St. Louis is one of them.)

EVENT-BITZ
CheresseInk Presents Subzero Vodka Bar’s 4th Anniversary, ed. Sept. 10, 308 N Euclid, $10 Donation suggested for National Multiple Sclerosis Society . To RSVP : subzeroanniversary@cheresseink.com

Stress Free Fridays, September 12, 5pm-UNTIL, Club Situation (clubsituation@att.net)2950 Derhake (Halls Ferry and Parker Road)Florissant, MO 630331-314-830-3810 **SPECIAL NOTE: The $5.00 dollar cover charge begins at7pm...EARLY ARRIVAL IS HIGHLY SUGGESTED...DRESS CODE STRICTLY ENFORCED...NO SNEAKERS, JEANS, BASEBALL CAPS ORSWEATWEAR...Join us this Friday, September 12, 2008 as Stress FreeFridays visits the newest venue to open in North County, ClubSituation...enjoy thirst-quenching 2 for 1 drinks (until 6:30pm), a deliciousHappy Hour food buffet (while it lasts) and a truly vibrantand relaxing atmosphere...the Resident DJ's (DJOriginal and Lady Ice-T) will be performing all of your favorite music for your listening and dancing pleasure...Ample parking is available... Do not hear about the great fun that you missed when you can be a part of the festivities...stop by and start your well deserved weekend in style...leave your stresses at the doorstep and be prepared to network as you never know who will be in attendance...bring your business cards and a friend...if you are celebrating something special in your life, email Mario at wayne_mario@yahoo.com or Mark Anthony at maj_826@yahoo.com and let us know so that we can recognize you...**Please RSVP and let us know if you plan to attend so that there will be an adequate amount of complimentary food available for your enjoyment...Visit our website: www.stressfreefridays.ning.com

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LADIES NIGHT at the Sky Box "We Are The Sky Box Promoters"What: Club PartyHost: Spectrum Promotions & B. Free PaparazziStart Time: Friday, September 12 at 9:30pm: Sky Box Sports Bar & Grill.

To see more details and RSVP, follow the link below:http://www.facebook.com/n/?event.php&eid=25264157766

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Living legend Liza Minnelli is coming to the ST. Louis area, well sort of, more like St. Charles, to perform for the celebration of a school’s new center. An entertainer famed for her Oscar-, Tony- and Grammy-winning performances, Minnelli will open the new Lindenwood Center for the Fine & Performing Arts with a solo concert at 7:30 p.m. on Sept. 11 and 12. Her concert will include some of her biggest hits - "All That Jazz," "Cabaret," "New York, New York" - as well as a tribute to her godmother, the late Kay Thompson. An actress and singer who came from St. Louis, Thompson is probably best known as the author of the "Eloise" books about a little girl who lives in the Plaza HotelThe Lindenwood Center, 2300 West Clay Avenue in St. Charles, is a $32-million addition to Lindenwood University. Tickets for "Liza Minnelli in Concert" go on sale Monday at telecharge.com (800-447-7400). The cost $125 to $200; tickets for most shows will range from $25-$75. For information about all the Lindenwood programs, including schedules and ticket prices, call the box office (636-949-4433) or visit http://www.lindenwoodcenter.com/ online.

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STRAY DOG THEATRE PRESENTS THE SAINT LOUIS PREMIERE OF PAUL RUDNICK'S REGRETS ONLY In a Park Avenue penthouse high above Manhattan, we meet a prominent attorney, his deliriously social wife, and one of the world's most successful designer's. Add a daughter's wedding plans, some major gowns, and stir! A Topical Comedy of Upper-Class Manners that explores the politics of marriage, friendships, and the powers-that-be. DIRECTED BY: GARY F. BELL SEPTEMBER 11 - SEPTEMBER 27, 2008 THURSDAY - SATURDAY AT 8 PM - SATURDAY 9/27 at 2 PM and 8 PM $20 FOR ADULTS / $18 FOR SENIORS & STUDENTS 10 PERFORMANCES AT TOWER GROVE ABBEY2336 TENNESSEE AVE. / SAINT LOUIS, MO 63104 For Tickets and InformationCALL: 314-865-1995 http://www.straydogtheatre.org/
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Super Jam for Grownfolks is takin’ over Forest Park next weekend. The Dazz Band, The Bar-Kays as well as local acts with Café Soul and a whole host of other folks will be lighting up the stage. More exciting than the lineup is that the best in St. Louis soulfood will be in the park as well. It kicks off at 3 p.m. next Saturday, (Sept. 13) in Forest Park in Langenberg Field next to the Dwight Davis Tennis Center.
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Ted Baker London Trunk Show, at Moris fashions, Saturday, September 13th, 200811am to 8pm Enjoy drinks and appetizers throughout the day compliments of Pearl Vodkaand Free gifts with purchase (while supplies last) from Ted Baker London &Pearl Vodka! Plus enjoy 20% off all other in-stock items throughout the store! Trunk Show will feature items from Ted Baker London not available in storelike Suits, Dress Shirts, Sports Shirts and much more. It will also includeitems from Ted Baker's exclusive Global collection! Hurry in for this one time opportunity to buy these amazing products. Please RSVP to 314.361.6800 or http://us.mc366.mail.yahoo.com/mc/compose?to=info@morisfashions.com



Singlesvibe and Precision present Taste of Success Wine Trip 2, Sat. Sept 13, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tix $40 include bus trip, food and drinks to the Winery. Info: 314.769.1060 or 314.518.3294***

EVENT SPOTLIGHT

Rapper David Banner will perform Sept. 13 at Society nightclub. Doors open at 9 p.m. for the concert.For more information call 314-625-4686 or 314-621-4114.


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MOCHA's CORNER

GOT Lyrics and Best Damn Fridays Period are ON HIATUS.......................Ladies Night OUT Thursdays at Dante's hosted by Mocha Latte . Ladies Free Admission and Drinks til Midnite………….. Pick up an Evening Whirl on Mondays and check out Mocha Latte’s column COFFEE TALK!

MOCHA's EVENT SPOTLIGHT

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Mocha's daughter need yawl help. ST LOUIS CHARTER SCHOOL is having a fundraiser. You can shop online athttp://www.mrfundraising.com/store/brochures.php?sID=cha4822 The group receives profit from the sale and the seller will receive prize credits. Enter the seller ID below to begin.Seller: sydney cowinsSeller ID: cha4822Thank you for your support.If the link above does not work, please use the following link and enter the seller ID: http://www.mrfundraising.com/store/index.php

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MOCHA'S TALENT 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; and featured artist on Russell Simmons’ Def Poetry Jam 2007 HEAR HIM SHARE HIS LIFE at WWW.MYSPACE.COM/TEVSMITH
Contact Mocha Lattte if you want to book him.

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FOX FILES

The Robert Plant & Alison Krauss concert at the Fox Theatre on June 19th has been RESCHEDULED to September 24th. Update: Due to a change in schedules, the previously announced planned additional September 25th performance will not be added and the filming of the performances will now not take place. Tickets for the June 19th performance will be honored at the September 24th show. If you have purchased tickets to the June 19th performance and are unable to attend on September 24th, please contact MetroTix at 314/534-1111.


FOX SPOTLIGHT

Tickets for R&B singer Maxwell’s 8 p.m. Oct. 15 concert at the Fox Theatre, first tipped here in this space, go on sale at 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 13. The long missing-in-action singer’s tour is meant to tide fans over while they continue waiting for his upcoming “Black Summers’ Nights” trilogy. Jasmine Sullivan of “Need U Bad” fame will open the show. Tickets are $39.50-$69.50, available at MetroTix outlets, http://www.metrotix.com/, 314-534-1111, and at the box office


DAVID BYRNE “Songs of David Byrne And Brian Eno” Saturday, October 18 • 8PM Fox Theatre $52.50 A limited number of Gold Circle Seats are also available.
Fox Concerts & The Pageant present CARDINALS Featuring Ryan Adams, Neal Casal, Chris Feinstein, Jon Graboff & Brad Pemberton Friday, October 3 • 8:30PM LIVE at the Fox Theatre! $35 & $30

An Evening with JACKSON BROWNE Sunday, October 19 • 7:30PM LIVE at the Fox Theatre! $57.50, $52.50, $ 47.50, $42.50 A limited number of Gold Circle seats are also available .

KETC / CHANNEL 9 presents CHRIS BOTTI Saturday, September 13 • 8 pm At the Fabulous Fox Theatre! (UPDATE:CONCERT POSTPONED UNTIL 2009!)




NEW:” THE AUSTRALIAN PINK FLOYD SHOW PERFORMS
PINK FLOYD’S ‘THE WALL’

FOR THE FIRST TIME IN MORE THAN 25 YEARS, PINK FLOYD’S LEGENDARY ROCK OPERA ‘THE WALL’ TO BE PERFORMED LIVE IN ITS ENTIRETY!

Friday, November 7 • 8 pm &
Saturday, November 8 • 8 pm
LIVE at the Fox Theatre!
$49.50, $44.50, & 39.50
Concert preview on KETC/Channel 9
On sale date to be announced soon

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THE 2008 EDITION OF THE RADIO CITY CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR SPONSORED BY AMERENUE AND PRESENTED BY DANCE ST. LOUIS RETURNS TO THE FOX THEATRE DECEMBER 11-28, 2008! SINGLE TICKETS ON SALE SEPTEMBER 27 AT 10AM! ST. LOUIS, MO / September 2, 2008 – Fox Associates have announced that tickets for the much anticipated return engagement of the RADIO CITY CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR starring the Rockettes will go on sale to the public on Saturday, September 27. Members of the world-famous Rockettes will be on hand to greet ticket buyers at the Fox Theatre box office at 10am. All MetroTix outlets, charge by phone at 314/534-1111 and http://www.metrotix.com/ will also open at that time. Ticket prices range from $29.50-$69.50 depending on performance date and seat location; a performance schedule is attached. Sponsored by AmerenUE, Dance St. Louis will present this return engagement of the Radio City Christmas Spectacular for 38 dazzling performances. Orders for groups of 15 or more may be placed by calling 314/535-2900. For more information, visit http://www.fabulousfox.com/.
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FOX SPOTLIGHT

THE U.S. Bank Broadway Series Shows and Specials: Oprah Winfrey presents THE COLOR PURPLE, October 21-November 2, 2008; Curtain times for the U.S. Bank Broadway Series presentation are Tuesdays through Fridays at 8 p.m.; Saturdays at 2 & 8 p.m.; Sunday, October 26 at 2 & 7:30 p.m.; and Sunday, November 2 at 2 p.m. There is also a weekday matinee on Thursday, October 30 at 1 p.m.

Nominated for eleven Tony Awards®, including Best Musical, THE COLOR PURPLE opened on December 1, 2006 at the Broadway Theatre where it ran for over two record-breaking years. It is based on the classic Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Alice Walker and the moving film by Steven Spielberg. It is the unforgettable and inspiring story of a woman named Celie, who finds the strength to triumph over adversity, and discover her unique voice in the world. With a joyous GRAMMY®-nominated score featuring gospel, jazz, pop and the blues, THE COLOR PURPLE is about hope and the healing power of love. Michael Kuchwara, the Associated Press described THE COLOR PURPLE as “a roof-raising story of triumph.” And Richard Corliss of TIME Magazine said, “[it is] a soaring, epic tale. It made a joyful noise in my heart.” Elysa Gardner from USA Today raved, “Pure heart! It celebrates the inspiring relationships of faith and love, a Broadway hit!”

As on Broadway, the first North American Tour of THE COLOR PURPLE is directed by Gary Griffin. THE COLOR PURPLE features a libretto by Pulitzer Prize-winner Marsha Norman, music and lyrics by Grammy Award®-winning composers/lyricists Brenda Russell, Allee Willis and Stephen Bray, and choreography by Donald Byrd. The original creative team of Tony Award®-winner John Lee Beatty (sets), Paul Tazewell (costumes), Tony Award®-winner Brian MacDevitt (lighting), Jon Weston (sound), Jonathan Tunick (orchestrations) and Kevin Stites (Music Supervisor) was reunited for the tour. The first North American Tour is produced by Oprah Winfrey, Scott Sanders, Roy Furman, Quincy Jones, Creative Battery, Anna Fantaci & Cheryl Lachowicz, Independent Presenters Network, Lowy Family Group, Stephanie McClelland, Gary Winnick, Jan Kallish, Nederlander Presentations, Inc., Bob and Harvey Weinstein, Andrew Asnes & Adam Zotovich and Todd Johnson. The original cast recording is available on EMI/Angel Records, and THE COLOR PURPLE: A Memory Book of the Broadway Musical (Avalon/Carroll & Graf) is available in bookstores now. Ariel Investments is a proud sponsor of THE COLOR PURPLE.

Single tickets for THE COLOR PURPLE go on sale Sunday, September 7 at noon at the Fox Theatre box office, online through http://www.metrotix.com/, MetroTix charge by phone at 314/534-1111 and all MetroTix outlets. Orders for groups of 20 or more may be placed by calling 314/535-2900. Ticket prices range from $27-$68 depending on performance date and seat location. For more information, visit http://www.fabulousfox.com/. THE COLOR PURPLE is a U.S. Bank Broadway Series presentation and sponsored by American Airlines.

Upcoming: SWEENEY TODD, November 14-16, 2008CATS, November 28-30, 2008 LEGALLY BLONDE the Musical, January 20-February 1, 2009 ! ; The Rep presents SPRING AWAKENING, February 10-22, 2009; CIRQUE DREAMS JUNGLE FANTASY, March 17-29, 2009; Dance St. Louis presents STOMP, April 3-5, 2009HAIRSPRAY, April 24-26, 2009Dance St. Louis presents RIVERDANCE, May 1-3, 2009; A CHORUS LINE, May 12-24, 2009RENT, June 2-7, 2009MARY POPPINS, AUGUST 13-30, 2009; THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, September 23-October 17, 2009

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Look for deadpan comedic legend Bob Newhart to be on the Sheldon Concert Hall stage Sept. 19 to benefit the National Children's Cancer Society. Tenor Michael Amante will open Newhart's show, which is titled "Up Close and Personal." The Dana Brown Charitable Trust will receive the group's Corporate Philanthropy Award at the event. For info: http://www.nationalchildrenscancersociety.org/

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Glavon presents solo art exhibit septembERoTiCA on Saturday, September 20, 2008, so SAVE THE DATE!!! the collection of work is entitled "acSEXories" and i'm sure you'll have a good time as you experience this sensual seduction through fine art, spoken word and music!!! THE SPACE320-22 N. Vandeventer (Lindell & Vandeventer; caddy corner from Rally's :)St. Louis, MO 63108 6-8PM; Opening ReceptionLive music and spoken word immediately following$10 admission kdp@glavon.com, myspace.com/KDPimpn or http://glavon.com/wGo.cfm for more info.
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Fall Asian Couture and Cultural Event, Saturday, September 27, 2008 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM, Show begins at 8:00 PM Hosted by Mandarin Lounge 44 Maryland Plaza. You are invited to join us for a unique evening of fashion featuring Asian designers from the U.S. This program will include talented Asian-American fashion designers whose designs will include evening and formal dresses, urban wear, and traditional barongs. A silent auction will also be included with proceeds benefiting the Aure Foundation and partnership program with Gawad Kalinga, www.gawadkalinga.org. Appetizers will be offered and a cash bar. General admission $15 at the door, $10 in advance; VIPs $50. For more information or to RSVP, please call 314.726.3117

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.“A Little Bit of Jazz with your Breakfast" & a Speechless Auction. The purpose of this fundraiser is to honor, recognize and raise funds to lighten the burden of low income women who are newly diagnosed with breast cancer or cervical cancer. Sat., October 11, 2008, 10:00 AM - 1:30 PM, Holiday Inn—Airport, 4505 Woodson Road St. Louis, MO 63134 $20 per ticket. For more information please contact a member of Geri’s Heart or Roxanna Parker at 314.646.0819

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SpokenVizions PresentsŠThe 1st Annual POETS AGAINST LUPUS Benefit Concert. Join SpokenVizions Entertainment Group, LLC on Saturday, October 18th, 2008 as we bring awareness and culture to you with a night of poetry, music, and Lupus information. Featuring some of the hottest poets in St. Louis. Floyd Boykin Jr. Ms. NterpretationChill Da Player El ThoughtQueeniBee Derek BrownBrother Ting SymmetryXplicit What do you know about Lupus? ³Lupus is a chronic, autoimmune disease which causes inflammation of various parts of the body, especially the skin, joints, blood and kidneys.² - Lupus FoundationLocation: Legacy Books & Café, 5249 Delmar Blvd (check address)Doors open at 6:30 PM. Show time is 7pm (PROMPTLY).
Tickets available starting on September 7th, 2008at http://www.spokenvizions.com/.
Tickets are $10 at the door. $5 of each ticket sold will be donation to the Missouri Chapter of the Lupus Fundation Of America. For more information, please e-mail us at lupus@spokenvizions.com or call us at 314-517-8764. Also, we are running an internet campaign to raise money. Visit www.firstgiving.com/spokenvizions and make your donation today. Sponsored by Legacy Books & Café, First Civilization, Hot Box Virtual Club STL, and The Midi Room.

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CABARET ST. LOUIS

Cabaret St. Louis is coming in October. The inaugural Cabaret St. Louis fall lineup will include Fran Landesman, Steve Ross, Sylvia McNair, Lee Lessack and Tony Sandler. Performances will be held at The Sheldon, Kranzberg Arts Center, The Gaslight Theatre plus additional venues. All shows begin at 8 p.m. Tickets for Cabaret St. Louis fall season go on sale Tuesday, September 2 at 10 a.m. at all MetroTix locations.

FRAN LANDESMAN returns to her roots October 22-25 at The Gaslight Theatre. The legendary proprietess of Gaslight Square’s Crystal Palace presented such artists as Barbra Streisand, The Smothers Brothers and Elaine May. But outside of St. Louis, Ms. Landesman is most well known for her own songs and shows. Spring Can Hang You Up The Most and The Ballad Of The Sad Young Man became standards and were recorded by Elle Fitzgerald, Barbra Streisand and Sarah Vaughn. Fifty years later, accompanied by her son Myles, and around the corner from the old Crystal Palace, this top songwriter and cultural icon will treat St. Louis to an evening of storytelling and song. Tickets for Fran Landesman are $35.

The smartest of the smart set and St. Louis favorite, STEVE ROSS, returns with his latest work, “To Wit: Ross on Wry – Funny Songs Throughout The Ages,” October 1-4 at the new Kranzberg Arts Center in Grand Center. Ross is no stranger to St. Louis, as he has performed many times at The Grand Center Cabaret, Cabaret in The Savoy Room and St. Louis Muny. After Ross’s 2004 St. Louis appearance, Chuck Lavazzi of KDHX Radio wrote, “The fact is, Mr. Ross has a breezy elegance on stage that’s reminiscent of Fred Astaire, Noel Coward, Cole Porter and, above all, the late and much lamented Bobby Short.” Tickets for Steve Ross are $40.

Cabaret at The Sheldon will host Grammy Winner SYLVIA MCNAIR October 16-17 for two performances only. A beloved performer at Opera Theatre of St. Louis, Ms. McNair has segued from opera to the Great American Songbook, the music with which she feels most at home. Now, instead of singing V'adoro pupille on the stage of the Metropolitan Opera, she's singing Embraceable You to rave reviews. Of McNair's Algonquin Oak Room debut, Rex Reed wrote, "Her phrasing is exemplary. Her modulations are inspired. I could get used to this kind of ecstasy." Tickets for Sylvia McNair are $45.

LEE LESSACK’S lyric baritone vocals and sophisticated yet endearing persona have made him a shining star of the international cabaret scene. His tribute to Johnny Mercer, “Too Marvelous For Words,” runs October 29-November 1 at the Kranzberg Arts Center. As we celebrate the centennial of Mercer, Lessack is the perfect match for this romantic of songwriters. Billboard Magazine calls his singing, "Cabaret romanticism of a high order." Tickets for Lee Lessack are $30.

TONY SANDLER finishes the CSTL Fall season November 13-14 at The Sheldon with “Chevalier-Maurice & Me.” This show is neither caricature nor impersonation, but a heartfelt homage to this widely-admired entertainer. It has been the subject of a PBS special and DVD, and contains the charm and savoir faire that Maurice himself brought to film and stage. Tickets for Tony Sandler are $40.

Tickets for all five Cabaret St. Louis performances go on sale Tuesday, September 2 at 10 a.m. at all MetroTix locations. To charge by phone call 314-534-1111 or online at www.MetroTix.com. Memberships available by calling 314-726-1616. For more information, visit www.cabaretstl.org. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
AUDITION BITZ . 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 instrument, spoken word, dance, 1-3 person stage act. Please contact me at jmproductionsllc@aol.com

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 videographer who 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: .........................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. (NEW)Teddy Blackett needs help with sponsors for his website. He emailed OUTTOWN and he wrote: “ Hey folks As most of you know i have my website up and running, www.bfreepaparazzi.com is still in its infancy stage and appreciate all of your support. One of my goals is to eventually bring St. louis top notch events for FREE (or for as little as possible). To do this i will need major sponsors, and the 1st step is to get my email list full grown.
PLEASE TAKE A SECOND AND GO TO http://www.bfreepaparazzi.com/mailus.html AND SIGN UP. IT TAKES LESS THAN 30 SECONDS (yes i timed it fa real)”>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>



Platinum Projects CEO Dwayne Randle is seeking funds for his triathalon that he is running for Sept 14 in St. Petersberg, Fla. . It is Tri Athlete /Fund Raiser (SWIM 1 mile/BIKE 25 miles /RUN 5 miles) Team In Training (Nations Triathlon ) for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society He is $1,300 short of his goal. He has pledged to raise at least $4,300 to help make a difference in the lives of individuals with leukemia and other blood related cancers.If you woul dliek to donate to the cause, go to the site http://pages.teamintraining.org/gat/nattri08/dwayne or call at 314-566-7660 Cellular. ........................(NEW)ELP St. Vincent Home for Children has agreed to allow S.H.E.R.A.H. to implement the L.O.V.E. Project. The L.O.V.E. project is a 6 week program designed to help young girls tap into their feminine power through a series of activities. The activities include affirmations, journal writing, collage designing, upper body yoga and guided meditation. We will begin the program September 6, 2008 and end on October 18, 2008. The meeting time is from10:00 am-noon. We will not meet on the 11th of October. We are in need of women to volunteer at St. Vincent. There are forms that need to be filled out. Therefore, if you are interested in giving 2 hours a day every Saturday for 6 weeks, love to work with young girls and can maintain a certain level of compassion as well as professionalism, this is a great opportunity for you. Please contact Shante “LIFE” Davis as soon as possible to schedule a meet and greet and to fill out the proper paperwork. nappyhead801@yahoo.com ..................................Believing in Excellence in Education is a 6 week life-skills program for ages 7 though high school designed to empower young people to BEE the best they can be. The program focuses on etiquette/manners, social responsibility, financial responsibility, internet safety, peer pressure and more (see attached flyer). Open Registration and Parent Orientation will be held at Emerson YMCA on Pershall Road (near hwy 270 & West Florissant).Saturday, August 30, 2008 11am-1pm(registration only-special enrollment discount if you register this day)Wednesday, September 3, 2008 5pm-8pm(Registration 5pm-7pm; Mandatory Parent Orientation for everyone 7pm-8pm)Saturday, September 6, 2008 11am-2pm(Registration 11am-1pm; Mandatory Parent Orientation for everyone 1pm-2pm)Classes meet every Wednesday evening for 6 weeks from 6:30pm-8:30pm and ends in the B.E.E. BALL where students will dress up and show off their newly learned skills. The next session begins Wednesday, September 10th at the Emerson YMCA. Attached is the flyer for more information. To register, log onto http://www.beelieve.org/. Please pass along............................................STL Poet Floyd IMPAKT Boykin and his wife Jacquette would like you all to votes for their baby boy Floyd Jr in the Majic 104.9 Baby Idol Cutest Baby Contest! He is listed as "Floyd B" under the "E-J" button. Voting started Monday. Please go to the web site and vote for him to win ( http://www.kmjm.com/pages/babyidol.html..................... G & G Casting is currently scouting talent. Based out of Chicago, G &G was hoping to connect with some folks in St. Louis. If you know of any individuals who are serious about their craft and have experience and/or professional head shots and resumes please let me know. G & G is currently revising their web site, but they do have a basic splash page. I have attached the link as a reference: http://www.gandgcasting.com/ Please direct talent to me, that I may review their material and touch base with each individual before it's forwarded to the Executive Director. If talent sends incomplete or inadequate material directly to G & G it may get discarded. Call or e-mail me with any questions. Talk to you soon!Tamekeyo House630-729-4169...................................................... 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 some interns 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 to those of you who are in search for party and event space. Close to 2,000 square feet of available spacefor your next event, wedding party, baby shower, art exhibition and more. Here at The Space, you willacquire elegance, convenience and wonderful hospitality. 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: Floyd Boykin hs a new GreetingCard Line "POETICBYDESIGN." PoeticByDesign is a greeting card line created to inspire you, motivate you and encourage you in all that you do. The primary focus is to touch the souls of our customers the best way we can...through heartfelt, honest words and sentiments. Now, about the promotion. Currently, if you go online, you can purchase all five cards that are available for only $12. As of today (08-20-2008) you can log on to http://www.poeticbydesign.com/ and purchase ANY single card, your name with be automatically placed into our internet raffle. For each card that you purchase, your name will be placed into the raffle again, which will give you a better chance of winning. If your name is pulled, you will WIN 5 cards of your choice, redeemable anytime before 02-28-2009. So that means, as we produce more cards, you will have your choice of picking between existing and newly published cards. ISN'T THAT GREAT??? This promotion will end on September 30th.We sincerely appreciate your business. If you have any questions, please contact us at info@poeticbydesign.com, or call 314-517-8764.

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The St. Louis Poetry Slam will be holding a preliminary qualifying round for all interested poets wanting a chance to make the team to go on and represent St. Louis in The National SLAM Competition held later this year. Come out and sign up to make your spot on the team. Rounds starts at 9:45 pm at Legacy Books and Café before the regularly scheduled Open mic.on Fridays. Come out and be a Judge, Audience member, or Competitor (Sign up is at the door. *$5 cover. For more info, call David A. N. Jackson 314 995-9570

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STLGRIND, Brainstorm and the Parker brothers present UPSCALE every Sunday at F15teen at 1900 Locust Street. Doors 7 p.m., Network 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., Evolve from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.Admission $5 after 9 p.m. Ladies Two for one until 11 p.m. Info: 314.588.8899

NEW: Soup Kitchen presents a Taste of Healing every 1st Sunday of the month feat. DJ G and Needles at JMRJ Soul Food Restaurant, 2800 Olive Blvd below the Heritage House 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. $10 Web-site: http://www.myspace.com/alsmile PLEASE FORWARD TO FRIENDS!!

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The Soulition and Absolut present Chocolate Sunday with Dj Needles, 9 p.m. at 609/The U Lounge, 609 Eastgate. Ladies Free til 11 p.m., Ladies $3, fellas $5.
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/ Suite Soul Spot every 1st Tuesday of the Month at Old Rockhouse, 1200 S 7th St., Info: 314.588.0505. NEW. The Head Nodders Ball w DJ Needles Mondays at the Delmar Lounge, 6235 Delmar 11 p.m. to 3 a.m. $3 Cover..........................

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Mondays are Comedy Nites at Janae’s West 7555 Olive Blvd, hosted by Darius Bradford. 8:30 p.m. $10 Cover. (314)863-7420...............................

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NEW: EVERY Tuesday to follow, join 609, Bacardi USA and Precision for the Ultimate Tuesday Happy Hour from 5-8pm weekly. ALL-YOU-CAN-DRINK Bacardi and ABSOLUT for $22 (tax included). Wristbands and cup provided!". 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..............................

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Two Dollar Tease Me Tuesdays Comedy Show at the Twilight Room 8344 North Broadway, St. Louis MO. Call 314.385.4545 for more info.‏ 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 nite long. Doors at 9 p.m. for more info call 314.385.4545..................

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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. Lacledes Landing. Ladies FREE til 11 p.m..............

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Lamar Harris and The L, Wednesdays at 8 p.m. til midnite at Delmar Restaurant and Lounge6235 Delmar Blvd. Free before 10 p.m. 314) 725-6565 ·

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Drama House Thursdays @ The In Spot, 5854a Delmar- Clean Comedy‏ . Doors at 8 p.m., Show at 9 p.m. $5 http://www.inspotlounge.com/

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Milq Da Game presents Destination Thursdays at Club Society. $500 to the sexiest lady. Ladies Free til 11;30p.m. 2 for 1 drinks before 10:30 p.m. for fellas and free drinks for ladies. Info: http://www.societystl.com/

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M5 Entertainment presents Rhythm and rhyme Thursdays every Thursdays. Calling all hip-hop artists, poets, singers. Royal Palace Restaurant and Lounge, 4266 Natural bridge at Lamdin. Sign up by 8:30 p.m.. Show at 9:30 p.m., Admission FREE before 9 p.m., $5 After wards.

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Event: PANACHE "Every Last Friday of The Month"What: Night of MayhemHost: Precision EntertainmentStart Time: 9p.m.-3:00amWhere: XES Night Club (Next to the Drunken Fish on Laclede's Landing)

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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. Drink specials until midnite. Party 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. Ladies free til 11 p.m. for more info call 314.574.9601 or314.625.4595 or go to www.myspace.com/URBANCASUALFRIDAYS

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All Star Inc presents Grown Folks Friday at St. Louis happy Hour bar and Grill, 12948 Halls ferry at Parker Rd., with DJ Sir Thirl. Ladies Free til 11 p.m. FREE Parking. Status Fridays every Friday at Dolce Ladies $5 before 11 p.m. 9 p.m.-3 am

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UPDATE: CAFE SOUL, every 3rd Friday of the Month, Place: Lucas Shcool House , PLEASE CALL 314-504-7405. FOR INFO.

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NEW: DJ Sir Thurl will DJ your birthday party for FREE!!!
Have "The Official Party Starter" DJ Sir Thurl from 100.3 The Beat Aka Mr. Myspace DJ for July Spin at your birthday party FOR FREE!!! All you have to do is call 314.551.9872 for the details or email: wegotthejams@yahoo.com You must be 21 years of age or over to receive this special!
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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/

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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 Halls Ferry and West Florissant! AND at the new Knockouts! For more info contact Gina Foster at 314.712.1083 or go to http://www.divaeventplanning.com/

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Rance John Styles and barbering, located in the luxurious Benton Park Neighborhood, 2909 Jefferson. 314.772.7511 salonr@sbcglobal.net

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*** PIECES OF A DREAM" One of the most critically-acclaimed, powerful independent films of our generation!!! ORDER IT NOW AT http://www.one-wayproductions.com/ orBy calling the Customer Service toll free# at 888-418-8637 Mon.-Fri. between 10am - 5pm (CST) & selecting option #2 (accepting debit/credit cards & checks/money orders) Get the "Pieces Of A Dream" Feature Film DVD / the Music Soundtrack CD individually available for $13 + shipping/handling orGet the "Pieces Of A Dream" Combo Pack (Both the DVD & CD) for $23 + shipping/handling. Fans worldwide are responding and joining the "Conscious" Film Movement!!! Snapping up more than 30,000 copies of the independently produced "conscious" film "PIECES OF A DREAM" DVD & Music Soundtrack CD,since it's worldwide release in December 2007.

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Good Shepherd Infant and Toddler Center, 5990 Page. Now Enrolling. School age children welcome. Info: 314.725.5710

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

Catch all the latest STL entertainment sites, sounds and interviews at http://www.ohhmy.net/

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

For your hip-hop ministry and Christian music services check out Mynista’s website at http://www.reverbnation.com/mynistaakadoctawuzdead?eid=591050_2558942 :

Check out author and activist Keith Boykin’s new website Daily Voice at http://www.thedailyvoice.com/

Hear new music from STL singer Silky Sol at http://www.myspace.com.redafroqueen/ or http://www.redafroqueen.com/

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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/

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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 literary activities 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

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. It is http://www.spitflix.com/.

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