Lady Von Private Shopping Event at Jimmy Choo Raises Funds for Spelman College

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The Lady Von Scholarship Fund is currently working to endow a $50,000 scholarship at Spelman College in Atlanta, Georgia. On October 13, 2011  DC fasionistas participated in a private shopping event at Jimmy Choo, purchasing more than $43,000 in luxury Choo items. “This scholarship fund empowers young women  at Spelman College to add study abroad [...]

Die Hard Fans Flock to Real Housewives Live Tour Atlanta

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On October 15, 2011 the Real Housewives Live Tour took place in Georgia at Atlanta’s Cobb Energy Performing Arts Center. New York’s Alex McCord, New Jersey’s Melissa Gorga,Miami’s Marysol Patton and Atlanta’s Nene Leakes arrived in good spirits ready to greet anxious fans. Melissa Gorga’s husband Joe and Marysols husband   Philippe came out to support their leading ladies. Alex [...]

NY Based PR Firm 135th Street Agency Celebrates 5th Annual BBQ in Atlanta

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NYC-based marketing/PR firm the 135th Street Agency kicked off BET Hip Hop Awards Week with its 5th Annual BBQ – now in Atlanta for the first time. On a beautiful starry night, 400 VIPs packed Piedmont Park’s Magnolia Hall, including event co-hosts Fonzworth Bentley and Kelly G (BET’s EVP, Music Programming), along with featured DJs [...]

23rd Annual Bank of America Atlanta Football Classic Delivers Major Impact on the Atlanta Community

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More than 59,370 fans were on hand at the GA Dome to watch a new historic rivalry commence between Florida A&M and Southern University. The Bank of America Atlanta Football Classic, on Saturday, September 24, 2011, brought tens of thousands of fans and alumnus to Atlanta for a weekend unmatched among HBCU classics. Annually the [...]

The 2011 State of Black Gay America Summit Empowers and Raises Awareness

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On September 3rd, the State of Black Gay America (SBGA) Summit was held in Atlanta, Ga during Atlanta’s Black Gay Pride Weekend Celebration. The SBGA Summit provides an opportunity for local and national leaders to meet with members of the LGBT community in an effort to engage in an information sharing session designed to stimulate discussion [...]

Diversity Affluence 2nd Annual Awards Brunch Shines Bright in the Hamptons

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More than 120 guests attended the 2nd annual Diversity Affluence Brunch in the Hamptons on Sunday, which honored a trio of media and entertainment pioneers. Honorable Rodney Hood, Steven Kinder, Andrea Hoffman, Keisha Vaughn, Laurence Boschetto, Jennifer Comiteau, Noel Hankin (Photo Credit: Margot Jordan) The event was created by Diversity Affluence, the New York-based consultancy specializing [...]

Sisters of Today & Tomorrow Honors Rising Tennis Stars, the Park Sisters During Film Screening

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On August 5,  the Sisters of Today & Tomorrow (SOT) in conjunction with the  Auburn Avenue Research Library (AARL) on African American Culture & History, presented the “Black Girl Project”, a film documentary examining contemporary issues faced by African American young women in New York City. Mikayla & Alycia; Back: Carla Morrison, Founder/Executive Director of [...]

Dekalb County Commissioner Lee May’s 4th Annual Family Fun Day A Success

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On August 7,  DeKalb County Commissioner Lee May and Project A.R.M, Inc. held their 4th Annual DeKalb County Back to School Family Fun Day at the Bransby Outdoor YMCA Center at Rock Chapel in Lithonia, GA. For the 4th consecutive year Dekalb county residents enjoyed a day filled with entertainment, food, and fun; along with important health topics [...]

Mayor Kasim Reed Hosts Successful Entrepreneurship Forum, Tyler Perry and Ofelia de la Valette Serve as Keynote Speakers

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On Friday, July 29, 2011 at the Woodruff Arts Center Mayor Kasim Reed, The White House Office Business Council and The White House  Office of Public Engagement held an Urban Entrepreneurship Forum. Tyler Perry, founder of Tyler Perry Studios, and Ofelia de la Valette,  founder and owner of Dance 101, served as the keynote speakers [...]

Divas MPH Continues to Take The Lead on Women’s Health Issues With the Launch of Two Free Health Initiatives

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For most of us, summer can be a busy time of traveling, exploring and making the most of our vacation time but Divas MPH of Washington D.C. is encouraging women to take some time out this summer to nurture their minds, bodies and souls with the launch of – not one – but two free [...]

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