Just received some NEED-TO-KNOW-INFO if you haven’t been informed yet. In the News (new worries) Credit Check for Employment Sparks Debate: Applying for a job comes with a certain degree of anxiety: Will they like me? Is my resume spotless? Are my references strong? A growing number of people affected by record joblessness and foreclosure rates in metro Atlanta and nationwide have a new worry: Will bad credit keep me from getting the job? While the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission reviews testimony regarding the use of credit background checks for employment, supporters say the checks are a smart business tool for certain industries and critics counter that the reports unfairly discriminate against minorities and those affected by the recession. >>read more
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November 27: Alter Ego Photoshoot
The Bay Area Alter-Ego Photo Shoot & Reveal Party taking place the weekend beginning November 27, 2010. Reveal Party date & location TBA! Photo Shoot will take place at Jack North Nexus Studio or on location depending on your Alter-Ego concept. >> read more
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Get involved in the community! Volunteer for a Focus Group or join a Work Group. All ages welcome–adults, young adults, and youth. Help us to work with African American and other communities to reduce diseases from tobacco use and smoke. Our goals for the next 3 years will be: a law for smoke-free outdoor dining areas and smoke-free bus stops and light rail stations. For more information, give us a call at 1-888-774-SOUL (7685), or visit us at www.thesolproject.com.
JAZZ ON MONDAYS
JAZZ ON MONDAYS at the Red Lion Inn in Sacramento. Doors open at 7:30 pm. Darlene Tellis and Robert Turner have teamed up to present some the very best of jazz. Darlene has a smooth wide vocal range delivering some of the favorite jazz classics, occassionally throwing in some Whitney Houston, Roberta Flack, show tunes from Gershin, and some pop with a jazzy twist….Robert glides on the keys as a master craftsmen. His rythym is impeccable The most impressive point to be made about Darlene Tellis and Robert Turner and friends, is that they deliver with passion and graceful precision. So now that you know where to go on Monday night in Sacramento, come out to JB’s Lounge located inside the Red Lion Inn. “It’s a nice place to be!” >> read more
December 15 – Dave Koz & Friends
Don’t miss Dave Koz and Friends for “A Smooth Jazz Christmas 2010” with special guests Jonathan butler, Brian Culbertson and Candy Dulfer. Taking place on Wed-12/15 at 7:30 pm a the Radisson Hotel in Sacramento. >>read more
EVERY TUESDAY – “TIMEOUT TUESDAYS”
“Timeout Tuesdays” with Steph Sanders and friends. Comics from clubs, colleges, national and local tv. FREE ADMISSION. EVERY TUESDAY at 8:30 pm at Boston’s Lounge, 9777 Lincoln Village Drive in Rancho Cordova. >>read more
Dec 11– Christmast Pageant & Holiday Bazaar
Don’t miss the Christmas Pageant & Holiday Bazaar on Sat-12/11. Taking place at the Arthur A. Benjamin Health Professions High School, 451 McClatchy Way in Sacramento. Register your child, niece and/or nephew (3 months and up) for the Christmas Pageant. Doors open at 10 am for the Holiday Bazaar. Vendor booths available now. For more info call (916) 647-3223 or e-mail info@littlemisscapitalcity.com >>see more
Make an Appointment to see Real Estate Income Property
Are you interested in receiving a list of available income properties that include: homes, apartments, land, office buildings, shopping centers, and restaurants? Contact Chuck Starks at (916) 206-2485.
December 11-12: Holiday Gift Show
Join us for 25th Annual Holiday Gift Show, 12/11-12/12, from 11am to 6pm at the Oakland Marriott Convention Center, located at 10th & Broadway in Oakland. Admission for the Gift Show is only $5 and children under 12 are free. Holiday Shopping is a fun time for individuals and families! It’s a fabulous and profitable time for creative artist to market and sell their one of a kind specialty items to many jovial holiday shoppers. Come out and enjoy great food, live entertainment and receive tons of prizes, give aways and more. This is a family event for everyone. >> read more
January 14-17: Black Ski Weekend
Don’t miss Black Ski Weekend – Lake Tahoe Winter Jam 2011. Taking place MLK Weekend Jan 14-16, 2011 Last year, over 800 people attended this annual winter getaway. This upcoming event, we expect over 1,000 adventurers from all over the world to represent the LARGEST ski weekend for urban professionals. Make reservations now and get your weekend passes at www.renegadeweekend.com. >>read more
January 23 – Diversity Wedding & Special Events Show
Diversity Wedding & Special Events Show at the Citrus Heights Community Center, 6300 Fountain Square Drive in Citrus Hieghts on January 23, 2011 from 11 am to 4 pm. Interested in vendor booth and sponsorship info call (916) 613-3284. Brides register at www.diversityweddingshow.com.
Feb 2011: Super Bowl Cruise
Join Mydas Touch Entertainment for their 2011 Super Bowl Cruise aboard the Carnival Destiny. Your first stop is downtown Key West, Florida, where there are shops, museums, and lively bistros and bars. From there, you’re off to Cozumel, Mexico, the most beautiful island on the Yucatan. You’ll enjoy the many beaches, coral reefs, and supreme water-sport activities. Best of all you can watch the Super Bowl onboard on the big screen. Call 707-567-3293 for pricing and availability. >>read more. >>see more
WHO’S WHO: Moving Up in Society Local 1000 hires Capitol veteran, NOLICE EDWARDS as Chief of Staff >>read more
Sacramento native, WILLIAM JAHMAL MILLER, has joined the Kaiser Permanente’s National Brand Strategy, Communications & Public Relations team as Communications Manager >>read more
Check out Ginuwine and Sole at the 2010 Soul Train Music Arrivals To air on BET/CENTRIC Sunday, November 28 >>see more photos
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