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February 13, 2013High Tea with High Heels is a proud tradition of the Trumpet Awards that combines the elegance of high tea, high heels and high fashion to create a truly unique event honoring a select group of distinguished Women. Guests enjoyed a proper tea, an exclusive fashion show and entertainment at the Hyatt Atlanta, January 25. 2013 HONOREES Ms. Daphne Williams Adderly -Entrepreneur – Nassau, Bahamas Ms. Albertha Williams Bartlett, Esquire – Attorney with the Attorney General’s Office -Bahamas Ms. Cleretta Blackmon -Mobile Beacon -Mobile, Alabama Ms. Jacqui Caffey -Institute of Protocol -Atlanta, Georgia Ms. Janice Colbert -Capitol City Bank -Atlanta, Georgia Ms. April Kelly-Drummond -Denny’s, Inc -Spartanburg, South Carolina Ms. Nellie Dunaway Duke – West Georgia Women’s Forum -Atlanta, Georgia Ms. Vanessa Foster – Anheuser – Busch -St. Louis, Missouri Ms. Connie Harper – Cleveland Call & Post -Cleveland, Ohio Ms. Sharmeen Hawkins – President & CEO SOAR Hospitality Group, LLC – Atlanta, Georgia Ms. Kimberly Holland – Sports Management Firm – (Icon Management Inc.) – Atlanta, Georgia Mrs. Ruth Hopkins – Pasadena Journal News – Pasadena, California Ms. Jennifer Jackson – Central City Productions – Chicago, Illinois Ms. Sonya Jenkins – Entertainment Journalist – Atlanta, Georgia Dr. Angela Jamison Johnson – J & J Family Dentistry – Atlanta, Georgia Ms. Janet Williams-Kemp – Accountant – Nassau, Bahamas Ms. Ethelyn Lundy – Interior and Architectural Designer – Palos Verdes Estates, California Dr. Veronica McIver – Dentist – Nassau, Bahamas Ms. Candy Moore – Wells Fargo & Company – Atlanta, Georgia Ms. Brenda Morrow – Chick-fil-A, Inc. – Atlanta, Georgia Ms. Dottie Peoples – National- International Recording Artist – Atlanta, Georgia Ms. Elaine Pinder – Entrepreneur – Nassau, Bahamas Dr. Valerie Montgomery Rice – Dean – EVP Morehouse School of Medicine Ms. Cheryl …
Posted in Photos | Leave a commentTHE 14th ANNUAL SUPER BOWL GOSPEL CELEBRATION
February 8, 2013FANTASIA, DONNIE MCCLURKIN, MARVIN WINANS, BISHOP PAUL S. MORTON AND MORE JOINED HOSTS SHERRI SHEPHERD AND KIRK FRANKLIN FOR GOSPEL CELEBRATION The 14th Annual Super Bowl Gospel Celebration kicked off Super Bowl Weekend at the University of New Orleans, Lakefront Arena on February 1, 2013. The show was hosted by Emmy Award-winning co-host of ABC’s “The View,” Sherri Shepherd, and seven-time Grammy Award-winning gospel artist Kirk Franklin. The evening was full of great performances, memorable moments and appearances by NFL players and special guests, all on one stage to celebrate the love of faith, gospel music and football. The show, sponsored by American Family Insurance and Toyota, airs in national syndication over broadcast television stations during February 2013. The evening kicked off with this year’s NFL “Players’ Choice” — hip-hop Christian artist Lecrae — with a sensational performance of “Tell The World” that brought the audience to their feet. Lecrae, personally chosen by top NFL Players, also performed his song “I Know” later in the evening. Bishop Paul S. Morton gave a soul-stirring performance of “Let It Rain.” Myron Butler turned the arena into a praise party with a foot-stomping performance of “Set Me Free.” Grammy Award-winning artist and American Idol winner Fantasia performed a heart-warming rendition of the Sam Cooke classic “A Change Is Gonna Come” with her mother, Diane Barber. They also left the audience anointed with an awe-inspiring performance of “Nobody Greater.” Perhaps the most memorable event of the night was a special appearance by Ray Lewis of the newly crowned Super Bowl XLVII champions — Baltimore Ravens — who was honored with the prestigious “Lifetime Of Inspiration” Award. The award honored Lewis for his faith-filled determination to overcome trials and tribulations on and off the field, while recognizing him for his remarkable football career. Ray Lewis, …
Posted in Movie News | Leave a commentBRAMER LEON COUTURE
February 6, 2013I was thrilled to wear designs by BRAMER LEON COUTURE when I was honored at the “High Tea with High Heels” Pre-Trumpet Awards event at the Hyatt January 25 and again at the Trumpet Awards January 26. It doesn’t take much to fall in love with a Bramer Leon Couture design and that’s just what happened when I saw the red & black, sassy but classy two-piece ensemble that I chose to be honored in at the “High Tea with High Heels” affair. I felt butterflies (must have been the sleeves). The very next day I donned one of Bramer Leon’s glamorous, shimmery stunners for the Trumpet Awards, and I must say, I stood out on the red carpet – feeling like I was a true star instead of an entertainment reporter. For more about Atlanta-based fashion designer Bramer Leon and his designs, click on the link at the bottom of the page. Bramer Leon Couture – Fashion at its FINEST!! Sonya Jenkins Fashions by BRAMER LEON COUTURE – DLSPhotography Twitter – @BramerLCouture For More Info on BRAMER LEON COUTURE: http://bramerleoncouture.wix.com/bramer-leon
Posted in Music & Film | Leave a commentRay Lewis Goes Out A Winner
February 5, 2013______________________________________________________________________________ RAY LEWIS – Seven-time All-Pro and 12-time Pro Bowl selection ______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________
Posted in Fashion | Leave a commentSuper Bowl 2013 Halftime Show: TV Review
February 5, 2013Continuing in the vein of Madonna in 2012, Beyonce steered the Super Bowl halftime show away from dad rock to embrace girl power. Forget the clash between the 49ers and the Ravens. Speculation in the run-up to Super Bowl Sunday was all about Beyonce. Would the sizzling human volcano erupt with 12 minutes of booty-popping, hip-thrusting, hair-flipping hoochie-mama fabulousness? Or did being a wife and mother, an Obama intimate and a Serious Artist mean Queen Bey would tone down the sexual heat and shift into pop-gospel goddess mode? Would hubby Jay-Z make a “Crazy in Love” cameo? And would Destiny’s Child reunite on the Superdome stage? Well, despite advance denials designed to keep us guessing, it surprised nobody that the R&B vocal trio did indeed reconvene, to the joy of ‘90s nostalgists across the country who were more than ready for this jelly. Jay-Z stayed home, perhaps feeding the rumor mill that he is holding out for the 2014 Super Bowl gig in New York. But most importantly, the Bey-boss uncorked a whole mess of molten lava. Madonna smashed ratings records with her 2012 halftime show by amping up the theatricality and enlisting a backup crew of younger, hipper flavors in the old girl’s tireless bid to stay relevant. So Beyonce had a tough act to follow. But she pulled together a slick, hits-laden performance that combined the tightly choreographed spectacle of Madge’s show with her own thoroughbred vocal pyrotechnics. After her lipsyncing controversy at the Presidential Inauguration in January, Beyonce appeared to be singing live at the Super Bowl. However, given the physical exertion of her dance routines and the fact that canned tracks are commonly used in halftime shows, some audio assist was quite possibly employed. But when an entertainer has this much command, who cares? Ever since …
Posted in Celebrity Profile | Leave a commentTRUMPET AWARDS 2013
February 5, 2013The 2013 Trumpet Awards, co-hosted by comedian and actor Rickey Smiley and actress Essence Atkins was held at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre in Atlanta on Saturday, January 26. 2013 Trumpet Awards Honorees included Chaka Khan – Legend Award; Debra Martin Chase – Entertainment Award; Michael McMillan – Community Service Award; Alonzo & Tracy Mourning – Humanitarian Award; Mayor Kasim Reed – Public Service Award; Charlie Wilson – Lifetime Achievement Award; Edward T. Welburn Jr. – Corporate Award. Celebrity presenters included David & Tamela Mann, Dr. Steve Perry, Tika Sumpter, Derek Luke, Verdine White and Eva Marcille. Performances during the Trumpet Awards included Fantasia, Jennifer Holliday, Luke James, Avant, R&B Divas: Faith Evans, Keke Wyatt, Nicci Gilbert, Syleena Johnson, Monifah, Tamela Mann, Raheem DeVaughn and more. Celebrities, honorees, VIPs and sponsors walked the Trumpet Awards Red Carpet. The awards ceremony is the highlight of the Trumpet Awards Foundation’s many events that salute and honor African-American achievement. http://trumpetfoundation.org/ TRUMPET AWARDS RED CARPET & MORE The official Trumpet Awards Ceremony post-awards celebration, Soulful Ending featured live entertainment, and opportunities for celebrities, sponsors and VIP guests to mix and mingle. With soul food, soul music and soul stirring entertainment, the Soulful Ending concluded this celebratory evening in grand style. RED CARPET VIDEO: Read About Trumpet Awards Creator, Xernona Clayton – http://trumpetfoundation.org/about/xernona-clayton/ http://trumpetfoundation.org/
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February 3, 2013 Posted in Spotlight | 1 CommentPumping & Praising with Sheila Washington-Armstrong
February 3, 2013Wellness in the Workplace and in the Church Meet Certified Corporate Wellness Coach, Personal Trainer, and Book Author Sheila Washington-Armstrong. With the high rate of obesity and disease on the rise, this native Los Angeles motivational wellness coach is doing her part to get the message around the world. By targeting the workplace, churches and small to large communities a great impact can be made. Sheila’s approach is simple. NO Dieting, portion size, Move your body (Daily) and have fun!! Sheila believes that it is not a “quick fix” thing but instead Lifestyle management. The culture must demonstrate wellness and whole living in order for it to be truly successful. She has published (2) two books. “Wellness in the Workplace” is a guideline tool to set up an on-site wellness program. “Pumping and Praising” is a 90 day journal to get the Body of Christ on their way to live healthier lives FOREVER. Sheila recommends applying the word of God and using basic practical techniques that enhance success. You can contact Sheila to set up a user friendly wellness program for your company, organization, and or church. Also she will assist with producing on-site health fairs and specialty fitness event. Sheila will coordinate with human resources management and with church leaders. Sheila strongly believes that everyone must be proactive and get educated. Environment is important! It takes team work and deliberate mindsets to make healthy change and to stay committed. In the workplace it is necessary for the leaders (i.e. Ceo’s, managers, supervisors) to set the tone with healthy activities, company health fairs, healthy vending machines and frequent health screenings. In churches, the pastors, leaders and social event planners could also set the tone with wellness activities and to make healthy food choices for all social events. With the “Pumping and Praising 90 day Journal”, Sheila makes reference that the …
Posted in Fitness | Leave a commentTHE 57th PRESIDENTIAL INAUGURATION
February 1, 2013PRESIDENTIAL INAUGURATION 2013 PHOTOS BY DUKE Photo by Rommie Hawkins THE INAUGURAL BALL
Posted in Photos | 1 CommentWIN SUPERBOWL TICKETS, ROUNDTRIP AIRFARE, VIP EXPERIENCE
January 30, 2013NFL TIGHT END VERNON DAVIS OF THE SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS DONATES ALL EXPENSE PAID SUPERBOWL EXPERIENCE TO NET RAFFLE WHO WILL SUPPORT THE VERNON DAVIS FOUNDATION FOR THE ARTS LUCKY WINNER TO RECEIVE TWO TICKETS TO THE SUPERBOWL, ACCESS TO PRE-GAME VIP EVENT AT HOUSE OF BLUES, ROUNDTRIP AIRFARE, HOTEL STAY, A SPENDING ALLOWANCE AND AUTOGRAPHED DAVIS SPORTS MEMORABILIA ENTRY IS ONLY $2.00 WITH A MINIMUM OF 5 TICKETS PURCHASED NFL tight end Vernon Davis of the San Francisco 49ers has donated an all expense paid trip to this year’s Super Bowl to Net Raffle who are supporting The Vernon Davis Foundation for the Arts. The lucky winner will receive two tickets to the Super Bowl game (lower level), two tickets to the NFL Experience, a VIP event pre-game party at the House of Blues hosted by NFL legend Mike Ditka and Archie Manning, round-trip airfare, three night’s hotel stay in the New Orleans famous French Quarter, $500 expense allowance and Vernon Davis autographed memorabilia. This Super Bowl experience will be running on Net Raffle until this Thursday, January 31 at 1 PM EST/ 10 AM PST when the lucky winner will be notified. Davis is an avid painter and fine artist. Last month, Davis opened Gallery 85 in San Jose, California, an art gallery where proceeds from art sales benefit The Vernon Davis Foundation for the Arts. The foundation promotes arts education and art appreciation for at-risk youth and awards college art school scholarships for talented inner-city youth. To enter the raffle go to: http://www.celebritiesforcharity.org/raffle/Vernon-Davis-Big-Game-CFC-Raffle/
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