NAMD The Black Professionals News Volume 10 Issue 10
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NAMD The Black Professionals News Volume 10 Issue 10
SPONSORED BY THE NATIONAL ALLIANCE OF MARKET DEVELOPERS, Inc. NAMD The Black Professionals News Volume 10 Issue 10 www.namdphiladelphia.com November 2010 2 The Black Professionals News • November 2010 R&B Icons WILL DOWNING & ANGELA WINBUSH “SWEET SEXY SOUL TOUR” KESWICK THEATRE An AEG Live Venue Fri., Dec. 3, 8 PM For information 215-843-2027 Advertise In The Black Professionals News Call 267 - 244 - 3860 email: earlharvey@aol.com The Keswick will be accepting gently-used coats for the annual Keswick Theatre coat drive at this show to benefit the less-fortunate during the holiday season. Tickets are $46.50 and are available via Phone-Charge (215-572-7650), at the box office Mon.-Sat. noon-6PM. and online www.keswicktheatre.com A Fight for the Cause Foundation’s 3rd Annual Fundraiser Event Supporting Autistic Children Ly n n e C a rt e r, Ex ec u t iv e D i r e cto r Ho norary Chairperson Ema n u e l S t e w a rd Honore es Mi tc h e l l A l l e n , Tra i n e r Friday, November 19, 2010 The Hyatt Regency Hotel Butch Lewis, Sports and Entertai n m e nt Promoter 201 S. Christopher Columbus Blvd. Grand Ballro om Philadelphia, PA Sam Staten, Jr., Busin ess Ma nag e r 6:00 PM…. Tickets $100 00 Each A Fight for the Cause Foundation’s philanthropic endeavor is to provide support to children and families affected by autism. Each year more children are diagnosed with autism than diabetes, aids, and cancer combined. POAC, a non-profit organization, provides invaluable support and assistance not only to children and families struggling with autism, but also to professionals who treat and teach them. Please join us and the boxing community in an event to remember. Little by little, and person by person, we c a n make a difference. In the world of boxing, one punch can knock out the opponent and leave him or her on the mat. We need your help and support to throw a “Heavyweight Punch” in the fight against Autism. Together we can fight back. Please complete the lower portion and return to: A Fight for the Cause Foundation The Vernon House, 6445 Greene Street, #A202, Philadelphia, PA 19119 Phone: 215-965-4427 Name _____________________________________________________________ Address ___________________________________________________________ City, State, Zip ______________________________________________________ ____ Tickets @ $100.00 each Check enclosed for : ____________________ Tickets will be held at door under nam e of ___________________________________________ _________ Unable to attend - donation enclosed. Make check payable to - A Fight for the Cause Foundation The Vernon House, 6445 Greene Street, #A202, Philadelphia, PA 19119 The Black Professionals News • November 2010 3 Advertise In The Black Professionals News Call 267 - 244 - 3860 email: earlharvey@aol.com Chef's Wanted Philly’s Men Are Cookin’ is a unique fundraiser that showcases the culinary talents of The Ivy Legacy Foundation (TILF), the volunteer and professional chefs , who prepare 501(c)(3) charitable arm of Rho Theta Omega and serve their signature dishes for attendees to Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. is enjoy. While Philadelphia is known for hosting celebrating the 19th annual Philly’s Men wonderful events that highlight the culinary arts, Are Cookin'. Philly’s Men Are Cookin’ is the only local event of its kind that is overwhelmingly attended by an affluent and influential African-American population. Chef registration for this event is now open at: www.surveymonkey.com/s/MTFKJPQ. For information, chefs@ivylegacy.org. To receive online edition of The Black Professionals News email your request to earlharvey aol.com 4 The Black Professionals News • November 2010 Councilwoman Donna Reed Miller and Temple University Increase Diabetes Awareness November 14th 2010 as World Diabetes Day, and encourages all Philadelphians to participate in the Believe in Blue Campaign. Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine started Philadelphia’s World Diabetes Day and the Believe in Blue Campaign in 2008 in collaboration with many of Philadelphia’s iconic landmarks that use blue lighting to raise awareness of the need for urgency in the Councilwoman Donna Reed Miller introduced a resolution on behalf diagnosis, treatment, education and prevention of diabetes. The globally recognized logo for World Diabetes is a blue circle. The Temple University’s School of Podiatric Medicine; recognizing color blue symbolizes the sky that unites all nations and signifies the unity of the global diabetes community in response to the diabetes pandemic; and the circle symbolizes life and health. The International Diabetes Federation and World Health Organization, along with the United Nations, recognize diabetes as a non-communicable pandemic disease that threatens to overwhelm healthcare systems, and emerge as a serious barrier to economic development. Diabetes is a chronic, progressive condition that affects approximately 285 million people worldwide. It is the 4th leading cause of global death by disease with 2 people developing diabetes every 10 seconds; and in Philadelphia the diagnosis of diabetes is 5 % above the national average. According to the American Diabetes Association, 25 percent of African Americans between the ages of 65 and 74 are diagnosed with diabetes; with one in four African American women over 55 years of age diagnosed with the disease. If left uncontrolled, it can lead to a number of serious and sometimes life-threatening complications, including blindness, kidney disease, heart disease, stroke, nerve damage, and loss of limb and death. www.diabetes.org A Call to Action in the Fight Against AIDS Philadelphia has the 6th largest HIV/AIDS epidemic in the country. The city's HIV infection rates are five times the national average, and higher than New York City's. Seventy percent of new infections are among African Americans. To respond to Philadelphia's alarming HIV/AIDS infection rates, Mayor Nutter's Office of Faith-Based Initiatives and Brown University Medical School have convened the Interfaith Health Action Alliance of Philadelphia. IHAAP is a coalition of local faith-based organizations that seek to reduce health disparities in Philadelphia, particularly HIV/AIDS disparities. IHAAP's interdisciplinary leadership team includes Reverend Dr. Alyn E. Waller of Enon Tabernacle, Reverend Dr. Marguerite Handy from the Mayor's Office of Faith-Based Initiatives, Dr. Amy Nunn of Brown University Medical School, State Senator Vincent Hughes, Bishop Richard F. Norris of the African Methodist Episcopal Church, and Imam Abdul-Malik Ali of Masjidut-Taqwa. From November 8-14, 2010, IHAAPs' pastors and imams will launch a citywide week of activities related to HIV/AIDS, including preaching, prayer, education, and HIV testing. lease contact Dr. Amy Nunn at amy_nunn@brown.edu, phone 617-824-0293, or Reverend Dr. Marguerite E. Handy at marguerite.e.handy@phila.gov, phone 215-686-3903. The Black Professionals News • November 2010 5 6 The Black Professionals News • November 2010 The Black Professionals News • November 2010 7 8 The Black Professionals News • November 2010 The Black Professionals News • November 2010 9 PHILLY YOUNG PROFESSIONALS GROUP SYNERGY TO HOST FUNDRAISER FOR PHILABUNDANCE & STOP HUNGER On Friday, November 12, 2010 from 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m., SYNERGY, a charitable networking initiative, will tackle hunger with a benefit for Philabundance & Stop Hunger NOW at The Comcast Center, 1701 John F. Kennedy Blvd. The goal is to heighten awareness to the growing epidemic of hunger which affects “900,000 low-income residents of the Delaware Valley” according to Philabundance’s website. This premier networking fundraiser will also collaborate with WhyPR as they host their sixth annual "I’m Still Here Networking Mixer and Holiday Shopping Night" to bring together young professionals, political activists, and community leaders to spend an evening to Stamp Out Hunger. The event will commence with opening remarks by the co-founders of Synergy, Baba Taiye Renfrow, Randy Robinson, and Dr. Chuck Williams and executive representatives for Philabundance & Stop Hunger NOW. Synergy’s purpose is to help youth in serious need of support and services, and they believe that this can be accomplished by raising awareness and funds for non-profit organizations which provide such support and services. Each month a different cause benefiting youth is featured. After expenses are paid, 80% of the proceeds go directly to the featured charities and causes. The group was founded by Baba Taiye Renfrow, Randy Robinson and Dr. Chuck Williams nearly eight months ago. Past events have received media coverage and have been highly successful and raised thousands of dollars for various organizations. Most recently, the group was highlighted by Daily News, Tribune, 6ABC, and Fox 29 for their support of The Sunshine Foundation, which allowed a young girl to live her dream of going to Disney World. PhilaBundance: http://www.philabundance.org/ Stop Hunger Now http://www.stophungernow.org/site/PageServer Atlantic City Electric Holds Energy Assistance Summit Atlantic City Electric recently hosted more than 100 social service agency representatives from southern New Jersey, at a daylong, interactive Energy Assistance Summit at the Atlantic City Convention Center in Atlantic City, New Jersey. The summit gave service providers valuable information to better assist low-income utility customers, many of whom have difficulty paying their energy bills. “The summit provided an avenue through which Atlantic City Electric will continue to strengthen its partnerships with the social service agencies that help our customers on a regular basis,” said Charlie Wimberg, Atlantic City Electric Vice President. “These enhanced partnerships will help to improve Photo Caption: Left to Right: Robert Revelle, Atlantic City Electric Region Vice President; Alita Corbett, Atlantic City Electric Customer and Community Relations Manager; Dr. Richard Perniciaro, Atlantic Cape Community College, Dean of Facilities, Planning and Research our service to our customers.” While there are programs that help customers learn to use energy wisely and obtain financial assistance to pay energy bills, the goal of the summit was to make sure this information reaches those who need it. www.atlanticcityelectric.com Health Partners to Host Crazy Praise Dance Showcase Local Health Plan Celebrates 25 Years of Building Healthier Communities Health Partners will host the 2nd annual Crazy Praise Dance Showcase and Health Fair, encouraging families to make dance and fitness part of healthy living. Crazy Praise will feature some of Philadelphia’s most talented praise dance groups from five local churches, guest emcee Lonnie Hunter of Praise 103.9 FM, and a special performance by Grammy Award-Winning Artist Israel Houghton & New Breed. The health fair is from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., followed by the dance showcase at 6 p.m. (Doors open for the showcase at 5:15 p.m.) It all takes place at The Baptist Worship Center at 4790 James Street in Philadelphia. "We are very excited to host the second annual Crazy Praise Dance Showcase and Health Fair as part of our 25th anniversary celebration. We chose praise dance because it takes a holistic approach to maintaining good physical health, combining elements of community, spiritual wellbeing and the benefits of being physically active," says William S. George, president and CEO, Health Partners. "The Crazy Praise Dance Showcase is our way of celebrating 25 years of doing what we do best, building healthier communities in the Greater Philadelphia region." Health Partners’ BMI-Mobile will be onsite at the Crazy Praise health fair as part of a campaign to provide 2,500 Body Mass Index (BMI) screenings to the community. Attendees who participate in the BMI screenings will receive Health Partners’ 25th anniversary I KNOW (my BMI) t-shirt, while supplies last. The health fair will also include health information, giveaways and a Kids Zone with a face painter and Health Partners’ kangaroo mascot, Ms. Roo. This event is free, but tickets are required and will not be available at the door. For ticket information, visit www.healthpart.com and click on Crazy Praise Dance Showcase, call 215-991-4351 or email cpds@healthpart.com. 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Vivant Art Collection is proud to celebrate our 3 year anniversary as a premiere cultural arts destination in the City of Philadelphia. Since Vivant Art Collection opened in 2007, the gallery has been a hub for artists, collectors, creative types and professionals, who are enriched by the cultural art on display. Vivant Art Collection is an anchor in historic Old City on Gallery Row and a vibrant mainstay in the arts scene throughout the east coast. On Wednesday November 17th, Vivant will begin celebrating their business success; all are invited to attend a series of high profile Anniversary events held at the gallery. Vivant anniversary events are geared to educate, inspire and engage all in attendance, while providing outlets social entertainment, relaxation and networking. Press & Professionals are cordially invited to attend the events outlined below: • Wine & Jazz Soiree @ Vivant – (Wednesday November 17th / 5-9pm) Join us for an evening of revelry, social relaxation and sophistication. Celebrate the muse behind the arts! Enjoy spell binding jazz, fabulous wine and cultural art. Experience the best of it all at the Wine & Jazz Soiree at Vivant Art Collection. • The Champagne Art Auction – (Thursday November 18th / 5-9pm) Culture. Style. Luxury. Art. Philadelphians with an appetite for the finer things in life have found a new playground! Adorn your surroundings with new beauty. Art enhances the well being of the viewer. • Vivant Salutes! Women in The Arts – (Friday November 19th / 5-9pm) Network with the vanguard of the arts & culture community. Vivant Salutes! is a “Ladies First” spotlight, where diverse leaders and visionaries converge to be honored for supporting the creative arts sector. Vivant showcases their passion as business women & arts lovers. Follow Florcy on Twitter: www.twitter.com/vivantlifestyle Stay up to date on Vivant’s 3 Year Anniversary, visit www.vivantartcollection.com Need a Catering Hall? Ritz Hall Stimulus Package! www.ladybmarketingc.com Earl Harvey & Rhonda Yancy Every Last Friday of The Month Old School Mt. Airy Groove Party PHILLY'S PLATINUM GRILLE Market Square Shopping Plaza 7719 Crittenden Street in Chestnut Hill Philadelphia, PA 19118 When: Every Last Friday of the Month • Time: 9:30 PM - 2 AM featuring Bop, Cha-Cha, Salsa, Line dances, Hip-Hop, and R & B by DJ Derrick Rose Phone: 215-247-2312 for information • Donation $7.00 Bring your family and friends and party to the Sounds of Philadelphia, Free admission the month of your zodiac sign ID required To schedule a birthday party or other celebration contact Earl Harvey via email earlharvey@aol.com or phone 267-244-3860 We offer discounts for Friday and Sunday bookings Call now! Vince Cunningham, 215-324-0647 12 The Black Professionals News • November 2010 Friday, November 19th, 2010 • 7:45-9:30 a.m. Crystal Tea Room Wanamaker Building www.uac.org • www.facebook.com/urbanaffairscoalition Advertise In The Black Professionals News Call 267 - 244 - 3860 email: earlharvey aol.com The Black Professionals News • November 2010 13