Issue January 18 2012

JOB ANNOUNCEMENTS at Plumas National Forest  >> Read more

Local Health Organization Looking for 300 African American Mothers and Daughters Wanting to Alleviate Type 2 Diabetes. We need your participation in the African American Women’s Health Legacy project. >> Read more

Hearts for the Arts Fundraiser:
an event to fund access to the arts for all Sacramento students. Join
us to help connect Sacramento’s youth to the arts on Wed-2/8 from
6-9 pm.  Artists, community leaders and local heroes are being
invited to produce a heart-themed piece of art or embellish a basic
valentine with their own flair. These “heart-works” will be
auctioned off at the Hearts for the Arts Reception  Read more

WERE YOU THERE! The California Legislative Black Caucus presented the Civil Rights Leadership Awards Breakfast on
January 11, 2012 at the Holiday Inn in Sacramento, California. This an
annual MLK Celebration program held in Sacramento, honoring the life
and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. In addition to celebrating
the legacy of Dr. King, several individuals were honored and
acknowledged who have continued Dr. King’s commitment to work for
the betterment of African Americans and others throughout the great
state of California.  The morning program was vibrant and
fulfilling with a host of guests and dignitaries, entertainment, and
speakers/presenter. Read more and see more photos

Do you have a question concerning your hair? Keeping Your Hair Moisturized
With hundreds of hair care products on the market, making the right
purchase choice can be confusing. But caring for ethnic hair comes with
its own challenges. African-American hair is more prone to breakage and
dryness — especially in the winter. It may look tough, but it’s
actually more fragile than Caucasian hair. The dry weather of winter
can cause damage and you need to follow certain winter hair care tips
to control damage. Read more

Ali: The Greatest – A fine art exhibition and tribute to boxing legend Muhammad Ali’s 70th Birthday from 1/12-1/28 at Evolve The Gallery in Sacramento. Read more

Money Women Lunch and A Movie: If
you are a woman who is looking to improve or share your best financial
tips, this lunch is for you. You will have the opportunity to network
with other women, sharing financial knowledge for investing, debt
reconciliation, and real estate. You want to be here. Not only will
learn great financial tips you will be able to view a movie at the
wonderful and beautiful IMAX Theatre.  Read more

Business Update: Learn more about business news, activities and projects taking place at the Sacramento Black Chamber of Commerce
 – read more

The MX’R Lounge for Urban Professionals

January 20

Friday Nights, “The MX’R Lounge”,
for Urban Professionals, 35 and over come together for a party mixer,
exchange information, games, music, and food.  Taking place this
Fri-1/20 from 9 am to 2 pm inside NewMoon River Inn, 8201 Freeport Blvd
in Sacramento.  Hosted by Neketia Brown, Spokes Model of
Sacculturalhub.com.  Neketia will announce raffle prizes before 11
am which will include a gas card or 7-day condo stay – your choice of
Hawaii, Tahoe, or  Vegas.   Read more.

Sacramento Regional Inclusion & Diversity Conference

January 26

SMUD
invites you to the 1st annual Sacramento Reginal Inclusion and
Diversity Conference.  Taking place on Thurs-1/26 from 8 am to 4
pm at Arden Hills Resort Club and Spa, 1220 Arden Hills Lane, in
Sacramento.  Attend a showcase of panelist as they share
cross-cultural business inclusion approaches.  Read more.

B-Smoove Birthday Bash

January 26

Live
at Antigua Ultra Lounge its The Casino Royal Party and Red Carpet
arrivals starting at 8 pm to 11 pm.  Followed by a special
performance by Jali and Curtis Young.  Hosted by Big Al from 102.5
along with DJ Craig G and DJ Supe who will be spinning. Come enjoy a
Smoove Night and celebrate B-Smoove, Freeway Rick Ross, Swiff and JDK
Birthday Bash! Read more

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Moneywise Empowerment Tour

January 28

“Moneywise Empowerment Tour” visits Sacramento with national financial experts
to speak at FREE Program at Center of Praise Ministries in Sacramento
on Sat-1/28.  The Moneywise Empowerment Seminar will feature live
entertainment and a free lunch for attendees.  Space is limited
and attendees are encouraged to register now. Read more

GospelFest 2012: Reach Out and Praise

February 4

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Recycling Fundraising Drive/Campaign 

February 11-12

The
Black United Fund’s E-Waste Recycling Fundraising Drive/Campaign will
take place on Sat-2/11 and Sun-2/12 from 10 am to 3 pm. The collection
company is All Green Electronics, which dismantles all of the
electronics it collects at local sites and locations in the US and does
not transport e-waste to developing nations. Please save your worn-out
computer towers, laptops, monitors, televisions, and cell phones to
drop off at the Black United Fund office, 4104 44th Street, Sacramento,
CA 95820.  Read more

Book Launch Celebration & Gala 

February 17

Don’t
miss an “Evening with Lisa Nichols Celebrating The Unbreakable Spirit
Gala Reception and Book Launch ~ Best Selling Authors Lisa Nichols and
Loretta (La-Rue’) Duncan-Fowler.  Hosted by Radio Host, Tommie
Goss of V101.1FM & The Gospel Express. Live entertainment by
Boshieto Productions – LSB.  This a Red Carpet event is to
celebrate the release of (“The Unbreakable Spirit Rising Above
The Impossible”) by Ms. Lisa Nichols and Co-Author Ms. La-Rue’.
Taking place at the Le Rivage Luxury Hotel & Spa, 4800 Riverside
Blvd in Sacramento on Fri-2/17 from 6 pm to 10 pm.  Check out the
interview with one of the coauthors – Sacramento Native, Loretta LaRue’
Duncan-Fowler.   Read more

CONCERT

February 18

Chucho Valdes and the Afro-Cuban Messengers at the Mondavi Center at UC Davis.  Read
more

India Arie performing live in Stockton

February 18

Don’t miss India Arie performing live at the Bob Hope Theatre in Stockton, California.   Read more

2012 BET Honors Airs on Cable T.V.

February 13

Though Mariah Carey, Dr. Maya Angelou, Stevie Wonder, Spike Lee and Beverly Kearney are set to be honored at the 2012 BET Honors
— its the night’s performers who’ll be singing their praises. Newly
engaged diva Aretha Franklin, Patti LaBelle, and Common, are confirmed
to take the stage. tars of the upcoming film “Red Tails,” Cuba Gooding
Jr. and Terrence Howard, will make an appearance alongside iconic
actress, Cicely Tyson. Young starlet Willow Smith will also participate
in the night’s festivities — undoubtedly paying tribute to Mariah
Carey or Stevie Wonder.  Read
more

Annual Crab Feed

February 25, 2012

SAVE
THE DATE!  Annual Crab Feed presented by the Sacramento
Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.  Read
more

Comedy Show

March 24

Spend
a night of comedy with Anjelah Johnson as seen on Comedy
Central.  Mark your calendars for Sat-3/24 at the Sacramento
Community Center Theater.. Read more.

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Summer Vacation: Party in Palm Springs

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Gang and Drug Prevention: “ThugExposed.org”

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News from Fortune School

Kindergarten
enrollment is now open 2012-2013.  K-4 enrollment at new
school, William Lee College Prep in Sacramento, California. 
Come to an enrollment meeting to learn more about this tuition-free,
college preparatory public school system.

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more

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INVOLVED NOW

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See
what’s happening at the Crocker
Art Museum

The
Crocker Art Museum’s Thursdays ‘til 9
concert series Playlist
heads outdoors to the shady comfort of the E. Kendell Davis Courtyard
for a full season of jazz this summer. Read
more

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