Saturday, February 11, 2012

[For Immediate Release]Who's The King of The Kitchen?] YOU Decide at Men's Cook-Off #5 Saturday, February 18th 2012

Who Will Be Crowned "Top Chef?"

Philadelphia Based Small Business and Chefs from the tri-state area join forces to whip up their best dishes while supporting Prostate Cancer Awareness.
(February 8th, 2012 - Philadelphia, PA) Join GVMT & Associates for Men's Cook-Off #5 February 18th 2012, at the Ukrainian Gymnasium (801 8th Street 8th & Brown, 19123) located in the Northern Liberties. The evening’s competition is being hosted by Mr. Chike Evans of The Steven Knight Show (http://thestevenknightshow.webs.com/). Men's Cook-Off #5 is also a call to action for Prostate Cancer Awareness (PCA) and is supporting Prostate Health International (PHI), a division of the Foundation for Breast & Prostate Health (FBPH) (http://fbph.com). "I would like to do whatever I can to ensure diseases such as Breast and Prostate Cancer are no longer prevalent in our communities. The best way to do that is by making people aware, knowledgeable, focus on recovery and by supporting organizations such as FBPH. I would like to see a future without these cancers in our lives." - Gregory Brown of GVMT & Associates. Proceeds from Men's Cook-Off #5 will be donated to Prostate Health International.

Chefs, Cooks and Barbecue Pit Warriors will be preparing their signature dishes and competing in five different categories ranging from entrees to desserts. These creations will be voted on by the attendees, the winners will be crowned "Top Chef", and rewarded cash and prizes up to $3,500. Share in the excitement with Danny Parker of the annual Real Men Cook, David Simms of Philadelphia's Eatible Delights Catering, Brian Moody of the annual Philly's Men are Cookin', Baltimore's Own Overseer Gordon Biggers and more great cooks for a night full of Prostate Cancer Awareness, entertainment and good food. Not only will the Men's Cook-Off #5 guests enjoy the dishes of their favorite chefs, they will be entertained by comedian Tee Macaroni, VIP's will have selected seating and served by our hostess.

GVMT & Associates, the chefs and the organizers are pleased to support PHI and the importance of providing prostate cancer awareness to the men in our communities. Gregory Brown has been able to fight off the possibility of getting prostate cancer by becoming knowledgeable and doing what he needs to do to know his status by getting screened. PHI is a local supporter of prostate cancer awareness and they tirelessly provide awareness programs to our communities. They annually coordinate the Gary Papa Run on Father’s Day (http://garypaparun.com). The beloved Gary Papa, a 6ABC Sportscaster was also a board member of FBPH, becoming their spokesman in subsequent years. "We pledge to continue Gary’s mission to conquer this disease by promoting prostate cancer awareness and education as well as free screening for this disease for men in the Delaware Valley." - Prostate Health International

Who: GVMT & Associates Men's Cook-Off #5
What: Benefiting Prostate Cancer Awareness
When: Saturday, February 18th 2012
Where: Ukrainian Gymnasium 801 N. 8th Street (8th and Brown) Philadelphia, PA 19123
Why: 5th Annual Cook-Off Competition showcasing the best cuisine and highlighting the importance of Prostate Cancer Awareness

For more information, to purchase tickets and to donate visit:
http://gvmtassociates.eventbrite.com.

Follow all of the cooking and competing fun on Facebook
http://facebook.com/GVMTASSOCIATES and Twitter
http://twitter.com/GVMTAssociates

For press and media inquires contact:
gvmtandassociates@gmail.com
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Choo-Choo! Philly Attempts World Record Soul-Train Line To Honor Don Corneliusat the Philadelphia Museum of Art, 4 p.m., Monday, February 13th 2012

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 10, 2012
CONTACT:
Sheila Simmons,
215-983-6880
Sheila.a.simmons@gmail.com
Manwell Glenn
215-400-1771
Mannglenn@gmail.com


PHILLY ATTEMPTS WORLD-RECORD SOUL-TRAIN LINE TO HONOR DON CORNELIUS
Organizers urge city officials, labor leaders, region’s residents and Philly music lovers to get on board!

(PHILADELPHIA) – Philadelphia is set to honor the man behind the “hippest trip in America,” with an attempt at the Philadelphia Museum of Art, 4 p.m., Monday, Feb. 13, at breaking the world record for largest Soul Train line. Expected to attend: Mayor Michael Nutter, Kenny Gamble, Sheriff Jewell Williams and Councilwoman Cindy Bass.
Radio One and event organizers envision the occasion as a way to commemorate the passing of Soul Train creator Don Cornelius -- as well as offer a time for local Soul Train fans to gather, express ‘Philadelphia love’ and honor the city’s own special place in soul music history.

The world-record commemoration was sparked on Facebook, where interest in organizing such an attempt in Philadelphia went viral, at the same time WRNB radio personality Dyana Williams began organizing a similar tribute on-air and in the market . The current record – of 211 people -- is held by a group of high school students, staff and alumni in Berkley, Calif. "Philadelphia, The City of Brotherly Love and Sisterly Affection is a grand music mecca, as well as the birthplace of the Soul Train theme written by the legendary duo of Gamble & Huff,” Dyana Williams, Co-Host of Soulful Sunday 100.3 WRNB-FM Radio One. “With the World's Largest Soul Train Line this coming Monday, we will honor the legacy and indelible cultural impression left on billions by Don Cornelius and Soul Train!”

“Considering how Philly responded to events like Live Aid, Unity Day, Million Woman March, Welcome America and our normal annual events, I thought 211 – we can do that,” said radio host Manwell Glenn, on whose Facebook page the idea took hatch. “It’s Soul Train and Don Cornelius. Everybody wants to get involved.” Unlike recent spontaneous and flash-mob Soul Train lines in Chicago and New York respectively, Philadelphia’s effort is designed and organized to make a statement: There is no better place for world-wide recognition of soul music appreciation than the City of Brotherly love. Williams and WRNB successfully organizing “the World LArtge3st Line Dance at the Art Museum during the Welcome America Festivities.

Radio One and organizers also envision the event as an occasion for Philadelphia – a city struggling with rising homicides and school budget cuts – to express their love for the city. They plan to reach out to public officials, labor leaders and community representatives to “Get on Board” for soul music, for Don Cornelius, for Philadelphia.
The fee to apply to Guinness World Records(TM), which accepted the group’s application on Tue., Feb. 7, was promptly pledged by a group of sponsors consisting of Community Marking Concepts (CMC), Isshoes Shoe Store, Sheila Simmons, Teenagers In Charge, Manwell Glenn and Bob Turner’s Hair Gallery. Other services are being provided by Prestige Concepts LLC, PARENT POWER and Renaissance Mann Inc. “CMC is glad to lend our support to this effort to honor Don Cornelius and generate good will for the great people of the City of Philadelphia,” said Phoebe Coles, a partner at CMC. --END-

Wednesday, November 9, 2011

Showcasing Talents, Still Making The Donuts and Supporting Our Future In Philadelphia Thursday, November 10th 2011


Still Making The Donuts and Supporting Our Future


Philadelphia’s Small Business Community Continues To Network & Shine
Presenting Great Products For Your Shopping Pleasure


[For Immediate Release] (November 3rd 2011 Philadelphia, PA) The Seventh Annual I’m Still Here Networking Mixer and Holiday Shopping Night will be held on Thursday, November 10th, 2011 at Omega Optical in one of the most notable and tallest buildings in the City Of Philadelphia, The Comcast Center (1701 JFK Boulevard Philadelphia, PA 19103). The I’m Still Here Networking Mixer was created as a way to continually introduce the concept of direct marketing, public relations and edgy grassroots promotions to the “Taste-Makers” of the tri-state area. The idea relates to the ability to provide venue awareness, product identity, and economic growth and support in the Philadelphia social and business professional network.

Donate to the Omega Optical Scholarship Foundation when you arrive and enter to win a Kiehl’s gift basket door prize (valued at $150). Purchase a raffle ticket and become eligible to win a designer hand bag, books, t-shirts, tote bags, and many more exclusive items. Proceeds benefiting the Omega Optical Scholarship Foundation a 501 (3)(c) non-profit organization providing financial assistance to Philadelphia college students. Omega Optical is also providing our guests with exclusive discounts up to 25% off the purchase of any frame or sunglasses. To RSVP, Donate and the latest updates visit: http://mixerseven.eventbrite.com

Come and enjoy the delectable dishes of Eatible Delights Catering and taste Jin-Ja Sips. Connect with friends and our Market Place Presenters: B+B Fashions, Realty Mark Absolute, Investing50.com, Traci Lynn Jewelry, Sabah By Design, Necessary Accessory, Debonair Extraordinaire, Amin Fashions, Bountiful Design Productions, Blues Babe Foundation, Jr. Music Executive, Khemist, Promo Est., The Foundation Insight Studios and LIMU Business. Special Invited Guests include: Anthony Henderson – Celebrity Fashion Stylist, Baba T. Renfrow – Distante & Synergy, Mike Jerrick – FOX 29 Good Day Philly, The Lovely Ladies of 3BG Marketing Solutions and Phoenix PR, Anton Moore – B.E.T, Tuesday Gordon – Joan Shepp, Stacy Wilson – Flygirrl, Exponent Entertainment, Robert Mendelsohn – Philadelphia Tribune and YOU!

This wonderful evening of networking and shopping is courtesy of: Omega Optical, Why PR and Marketing, Eatible Delights Catering, Optimized Koncepts, Kiehl’s, Philadelphia Weekly, Jin-Ja, JB Productions, Bountiful Design Productions, Shawn Rivers Photography, Beckett Concepts, Flute Pro Shop, DiMe Universal, Literary Candy Books, Syncrani Styling Network, Black Professionals News, Kidult.com, Ends Hair Design and Day Spa, Entrepreneur Works, Evolutions Consulting, SwurvRadio.com, DJ Truuf and Mix1620.com and many more.

WHAT: The 7th Annual I’m Still Here Networking Mixer and Holiday Shopping Night Proceeds benefiting The Omega Optical Scholarship Foundation
WHEN: Thursday, Nov 10th 2011 6pm-9pm
WHERE: Omega Optical at the Comcast Center 1701 JFK Boulevard Philadelphia, PA 19103

For Press and Media Inquiries Contact: MIXERPR@yahoo.com
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Wednesday, October 12, 2011

"Let's Do Brunch!" #100BusinessGirls Philly Brunch Meetup!



Let's Do Brunch!

Join #100BusinessGirls this Fall at one of our soft launch meetups! Our meetups are networking pow wow's that go beyond exchanging business cards, following on Twitter, or adding to your LinkedIn network.

You will have 2-3 hours of face time discussing hot topics, venting, exchanging information, and really getting know each other beyond the online environment. However tweeting is encouraged thus #100BusinessGirls (Follow @100BusinessGrls)! We will also present what 100 Business Girls is all about and answer any questions you may have.

Our second event will be held in Center City Philadelphia, Sunday, October 30th, 2011 at 1pm. Location will be revealed upon confirmation.

The Business Girl Topic for Discussion will be:

"Branding Yourself and Your Business Online"

Space is extremely limited, so please only RSVP if you are absolutely sure you will attend.

If you have any additional questions, concerns, need to make changes to your RSVP, etc. please contact 100BusinessGirls@gmail.com.

Hope to see you there!

Hosts:

Etophia Lane, The Bizness Girl

Jamillah Yaasmin Johnson, Signature Style Promotions

About #100BusinessGirls

100BusinessGirls is a networking social for socially ambitious and creative entrepreneurs and professionals. Our goal is to enhance our network to increase our networth.



Qream Presents: Pharrell Williams Qream Launch Event Saturday, October 15th Chateau Gardens Grand Opening & Gardens



GRAMMY AWARD WINNING ARTIST PHARRELL WILLIAMS TO INAUGURATE FIRST BUTTERFLY EVENT WITH LAS VEGAS LAUNCH OF QREAM WITH A Q LIQUEUR

Chateau Nightclub & Gardens, the exclusive nightlife destination located at Paris Las Vegas, will introduce a new standard for nightclub entertainment with Butterfly, a multi-sensory nightlife experience unlike any other, landing Saturday, Oct. 15. The party kicks off with the official Las Vegas launch of the new liqueur QREAM WITH A QTM, the ultra-premium cream liqueur available in two flavors, Strawberry Crème and Peach Crème, created by Williams himself, who will host the evening’s celebrations. Grammy Award winning singer/songwriter/producer Pharrell Williams has made history for being one of the most successful and prolific artists to emerge during the last decade. As part of the beat-making duo The Neptunes with Chad Hugo and the alternative rock trio N.E.R.D. with Chad and childhood friend Shae Haley, Pharrell has helped A-List pop stars sell millions of albums and even earn Grammy Awards for the likes of Justin Timberlake, Nelly, and Usher. Known for his unique ability to inspire within the realm of fashion, including founding the popular clothing brands, Billionaire Boys Club and Ice Cream, as well as designing limited edition jewelry and accessories for Louis Vuitton, Pharrell’s signature style received a nod by Esquire magazine in their designation of Pharell as “Best Dressed Man in the World” in 2005.



For Tickets, Table Reservations and General Information visit: http://chateaunightclublv.com/

2nd Annual National Drug Facts Week: Shatter The Myths Hosted In Philadelphia




A HEALTH AWARENESS EVENT FOR TEENS!

THE TRUTH ABOUT DRUGS AND VIOLENCE

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 5TH 2011

(ADULTS ARE ALSO WELCOME)

For a list of the days events click HERE

For more information about National drug Facts Week, visit the websitehttp://drugfactsweek.drugabuse.gov . Thank you for your support in advance. If you have any questions, please contact us.

Association of Women in Forensic Science, Inc. (AWIFS)

Phone: 1-888-494-2112

e-mail: info@awifs.org

website: www.awifs.org