CALENDAR OF EVENTS
METROPOLITAN INTERNATIONAL JAZZ FESTIVAL
Saturday, September 1
Show Place Arena, 14900 Pennsylvania Avenue,
Upper Marlboro, MD
The 2nd Annual Metropolitan International Jazz
Festival will feature some of the brightest
names in contemporary jazz and R&B.
Saturday, September 1, 2007, 7:00 PM
Nick Colionne
Bobby Caldwell
Marion Meadows
Jeff Lorber
Peabo Bryson
Norman Brown
Cost: $45-$85 / (202) 397-SEAT (7328)
LIVE! ON WOODROW WILSON
PLAZA featuring VISIONS OF JAZZ (soul)
Tuesday, September 4, 12:00pm
Woodrow Wilson Plaza, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue,
NW Washington, DC
“Live on Woodrow Wilson Plaza” features
free downtown concert series at Woodrow Wilson
Plaza. Now in its seventh season, the Live!
Downtown Concert Series is Washington’s
most spectacular free daily out door lunchtime
concert series, featuring the best local and
international talent Washington has ever seen.
Free!
MUSIQ SOULCHILD
(neo-soul)
Wednesday, September 5, 7:00pm
Location: Rams Head Live- Power Plant,
20 Market Place, Baltimore, MD
“The Luvanmusiq Tour”! Grammy-nominated
soul singer and songwriter Musiq Soulchild has
his own unique sound - a distinctly modern melding
of 70s soul, classic funk grooves, and hip-hop
swagger. The multi-platinum artist's latest
album, LUVANMUSIQ, released on Atlantic Records,
recently debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200,
fueled by the hit single, "B.U.D.D.Y."
Cost: $35 / (410) 727-5151 or www.ramsheadlive.com
LIVE! ON WOODROW WILSON
PLAZA featuring ONE NIGHT STAND (reggae)
Thursday, September 6, 12:00pm
Woodrow Wilson Plaza, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue,
NW Washington, DC
“Live on Woodrow Wilson Plaza” features
free downtown concert series at Woodrow Wilson
Plaza. Now in its seventh season, the Live!
Downtown Concert Series is Washington’s
most spectacular free daily out door lunchtime
concert series, featuring the best local and
international talent Washington has ever seen.
Free! / (202) 674-7023
JAZZY SUMMER NIGHTS featuring
FRANK MCCOMB
Thursday, September 6, 5:30pm
Hopkins Plaza, 2 Hopkins Place, (Hopkins &
Baltimore Street), Baltimore, MD
VMG, Inc. & Hennessy present Jazzy Summer
Nights with the finest free outdoor concerts
in the area! The Vibe…The Music…The
People. Every first Thursday on the month through
September. Featured artist for September is
smooth vocalist Frank McComb.
Cost: Free!
BRIAN CULBERTSON * STEVE COLE * AVERAGE WHITE
BAND (smooth jazz/r&b)
Thursday, September 6, 8:00pm
Location: Wolf Trap-Filene Center, 1551
Trap Road, Vienna, VA
This jazz musician brings soulful sounds to
the Filene Center joined by a more than average
R&B funk band.
Cost: $40, $22 lawn / (703) 218-6500
MUSIQ SOULCHILD (neo-soul)
Thursday, September 6, 8:00pm
Location: Warner Theatre, 1299 Pennsylvania
Avenue, NW Washington, DC
“The Luvanmusiq Tour”! Grammy-nominated
soul singer and songwriter Musiq Soulchild has
his own unique sound - a distinctly modern melding
of 70s soul, classic funk grooves, and hip-hop
swagger. The multi-platinum artist's latest
album, LUVANMUSIQ, released on Atlantic Records,
recently debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200,
fueled by the hit single, "B.U.D.D.Y."
Cost: $39.50 / (202) 397-SEAT (7328) or www.ticketmaster.com
NAJEE (sax/smooth jazz)
Thursday, September 6 - Sunday, September 9
Location: Blues Alley, 1073 Wisconsin
Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20007
Two shows: 8PM & 10PM.
Cost: $50 / (202) 337-4141
2ND ANNUAL MULTICULTURAL WEEKEND CELEBRATION
Saturday, September 8 - Sunday, September 9
St. Margaret of Scotland Catholic Church, 408
Addison Road South, Seat Pleasant, MD
Multicultural performances plus food and worship
service.
For info call 301-412-5008.
THERON JOHNSON TO HOLD
VOICE WORKSHOP
September 8, 2007
Saturday, September 8, 10:00am
Location: Studio 51, Inc., 51 Jewell Road,,
Dunkirk, MD 20754
Theron Johnson, a Workshop Facilitator, Vocal
Coach, and Choir and Ensemble Director and head
of Imagery Music, LLC, has the keys to help
vocalists not only sing correctly, but sound
better. Johnson will be providing insight into
the vocal chords and proper singing methods
at her private vocal technique workshop. This
event is open to Experienced Singers, Church
and Community Choir Directors, Soloists, Ensemble
and Background Singers, Praise Teams, and Recording
Artists.
NATIONAL BLACK FAMILY REUNION CELEBRATION
Saturday, September 8 - Sunday, September 9
Location: Washington National Mall, Washington,
DC
The Black Family Reunion Celebration is two-day
cultural event that is recognized as the largest,
most significant family event in the nation,
attracting more than 500,000 people each year.
The festival celebrates the enduring strengths
and traditional values of the African American
family. Some of the themed pavilions include
the Children’s Pavilion, Health Pavilion,
Sports & Fitness Pavilion, Education Pavilion,
Economic Empowerment Pavilion, Spirituality
Pavilion, Women’s Health and Day Spa Pavilion,
Fathers, Sons & Brothers Pavilion, Family
Values and the National Council of Negro Women’s
Pavilion. It is a fun-filled weekend with live
music, ethnic foods and a International Arts
and Crafts Marketplace.
Saturday, September 8. 2007
R&B Concert featuring ENVOGUE
Sunday, September 9. 2007
Gospel Concert featuring: Byron Cage, Myron
Butler & Levi, Dorinda Clark-Cole, and Darlene
McCoy.
Free! / (202) 383-9130
SILVER SPRING JAZZ FESTIVAL
Saturday, September 8, 2:00pm
Silver Plaza, Fenton Street and Ellsworth
Drive, Downtown Silver Spring, MD
The 4th Annual Silver Spring Jazz Festival will
star Arturo Sandoval. Also in the line up are
legendary vocalist Ethel Ennis, smooth jazz
wunderkind Marcus Johnson, Frederic Yonnet and
his jazz harmonica, and Dani Cortaza, a new
young jazz guitarist.
Free! / 301-565-7300
MAYSA (r&b/jazz)
Saturday, September 8, 6:30pm
Location: Rams Head Tavern, 33 West Street,
Annapolis, MD
Baltimore-born and -raised jazz-soul singer/songwriter
Maysa Leak embarked on a singing career at an
early age; by the age of 6 she had already determined
that she was going to be a singer, and spent
her elementary and high school days performing
in choir and musical theater productions. She
is truly one of the most authentic vocal artists
of our time, a 21st century Sade but with her
own twist on modern day soul. Two shows: 6:30pm
& 9:30pm.
Cost: $30 / (410) 268-4545
3RD ANNUAL MEDIA COOK OFF featuring G. GARVIN
Saturday, September 8, 7:00pm
Frederick Douglass-Isaac Meyers Maritime, Park
& Museum, 1471 Thames Street,, Baltimore,
MD 21231
The Association of Black Media Workers annual
student scholarship fundraiser will be the event
of the year. Comcast and TV One present the
3rd Annual Media Cook Off featuring renowned
chef, author, television personality,and restaurant
owner G. Garvin. Entertainment, a silent auction,
and culinary creations all inspired by G. Garvin
and his cook book, "Turn Up The Heat."
There will be local celebrities, a tour of the
historic museum, and much much more......Proceeds
benefit the DeWayne Wickham Scholarship Fund.
For more info call Kimberly Stokes @ 301.440.4459
or email at kimberly_stokes@cable..comcast.com
or Carolyn Z. Powers @ 410.493.0117 or email
at carolynpowersesq@aol.com.
DECADES PARTY" HOSTED BY J. ANTHONY BROWN
September 8, 2007
Saturday, September 8, 7:00pm
Location: Washington Convention Center,
801 Mount Vernon Place, NW Washington, DC 20001
Join us for the 2nd Annual Decades Party"
hosted by J. Anthony Brown for one of the biggest
party of the year. Pull out those Bell Bottoms,
Afro Wigs, and Platform shoes for the annual
Decades party! There will be contests for best
dressed, hand dancing, stepping and more! Proceeds
to benefit GWUL’ss health and aging programs!
Cost: $45
ADAMS MORGAN DAY FESTIVAL
September 9 - 10, 2007
Adams Morgan Area, 18th Street NW, Columbia
Road, Belmonst Street, Columbia Road
This culturally diverse event will include,
live entertainment, food and arts and crafts--we're
also looking for volunteers check out the website--www.adamsmorgandayfestival.com
DUKE ELLINGTON JAZZ FESTIVAL
September 9 - 18, 2007
Location: Various locations in Washington,
DC area
This year festival-goers will be treated to
a robust and diverse array of more than 100
performances and programs throughout Washington,
DC. Amazing performances by prestigious NEA
Jazz Masters David Baker, Paquito D’Rivera,
Jimmy Heath, Slide Hampton, Hank Jones, James
Moody, Dr. Billy Taylor and Clark Terry, who
all played with Gillespie over the years. NEA
Chairman Dana Gioia will announce the 2008 Jazz
Masters Award winners. Jones and Terry will
be honored with a Duke Ellington Jazz Festival
Lifetime Achievement Award.
Check website for a complete listing and free
event information.
For tickets (202) 397-SEAT (7328) or www.ticketmaster.com
2007 SIGNATURE BRIDAL
EXPO
September 9, 2007
Location: Florian Hall, 13701 Old Jericho
Park Road,, Bowie, MD 20720
Meet a variety of professionals who can provide
everything you need for your wedding from the
invitations to the honeymoon. Avoid the big
bridal show crowds. This wedding showcase will
be unique, intimate, and fun – onsite
services, and groom’s lounge! You’ll
have an opportunity to see ideas, discuss your
needs, sample food, and receive specials and
discounts towards your wedding.
Register online to recieve admission ticket
discounts.
Exhibitor Opportunities Available. For more
information, contact Kwanza Graham at 301-326-6171.
REGINA CARTER QUINTET (jazz)
September 9, 2007
Location: Rams Head Tavern, 33 West Street,
Annapolis, MD
Regina Carter’s immersion in music began
at the age of two when she took up piano, followed
by violin at the age of four. Forever indebted
to the Suzuki method of music teaching, the
approach freed her from the rigid restraints
of solely reading music and opened her to the
wonders of improvisation. Though her original
focus was classical music, with the hope of
being a soloist with a major symphony, the pull
of Detroit’s rich soul music legacy and
the discovery of jazz broadened her horizons.
Two shows: 5pm & 8:30pm.
Cost: $35 / (410) 268-4545
CIRQUE DREAMS: JUNGLE FANTASY
September 11 - 16, 2007
Tuesday, September 11 - Sunday, September 16
Location: Warner Theatre, 1299 Pennsylvania
Avenue, NW Washington, DC
In the ongoing tradition of spectacular touring
shows, Neil Goldberg and Cirque Productions
have once again reinvented the circus with European
flair, imaginative theatrics and astounding
acrobatics. Cirque Dreams: Jungle Fantasy is
an all-new adventure into a magical forest of
soaring aerialists, spine bending contortionists,
vine swinging characters, strong men and balancers
from around the world. The entire family will
be amazed by the unpredictable feats, puppeteering,
costumes and spectacle in Cirque Dreams: Jungle
Fantasy .
“Dazzling…A fantastical tale in
an enchanted jungle.” – USA Today
Cost: $37-$49.50 / (202) 397-SEAT (7328)
LIVE! ON WOODROW WILSON
PLAZA featuring LIZ BRIONES (jazz vocals)
Wednesday, September 12, 12:00pm
Woodrow Wilson Plaza, 1300 Pennsylvania
Avenue, Washington, DC
Live on Woodrow Wilson Plaza” features
free downtown concert series at Woodrow Wilson
Plaza. Now in its seventh season, the Live!
Downtown Concert Series is Washington’s
most spectacular free daily out door lunchtime
concert series, featuring the best local and
international talent Washington has ever seen.
Free! / (202) 674-7023
AN EVENING with MAYA ANGELOU
September 13, 2007
Thursday, September 13, 7:00am
Location: New Psalmist Baptist Church,
4501 1/2 Old Frederick Road, Baltimore, MD
Come hear and see living legend Maya Angelou!
Cost: $60-$150 (VIP) / (410) 945-3000
MACY GRAY & THE BRAND NEW HEAVIES
September 13, 2007
Thursday, September 13, 8:00pm
Location: Lyric Opera House, 140 West
Mt. Royal Avenue, Baltimore, MD
The Big and Heavy tour! Macy Gray is a Grammy
Award winning American R&B, soul, and neo
soul singer, songwriter, record producer, and
actress known for her raspy voice and a singing
style. She has released numerous albums and
has appeared in the several movies including
Training Day, Spiderman and Idlewild. Macy Gray
is back after nearly four years with her album
BIG, a dynamic new effort that spotlights those
classic pipes in a variety of stylistic settings!
The Brand New Heavies are Simon Bartholomew,
Jan Kincaid, Andrew Levy, and since October
2005, N'Dea Davenport has been back with the
group! Pioneers of the London acid jazz scene,
the Brand New Heavies translated their love
for the funk grooves of the 1970s into a sophisticated
sound which carried the torch for classic soul
in an era dominated by hip-hop.
Cost: $ 30-$60 / 410-547-SEAT
BLUES AT THE BEACH
September 14 - 17, 2007
Beachstreet Pavilion at 17th Street, (17th Street
Park), Virginia Beach, VA
Featuring national, regional, and local Blues
entertainers! You won’t be “singing
the blues” at this casual yet spirited
festival that fills the oceanfront air with
the riveting sounds of one of the most cherished
musical styles of all time! Blues at the Beach
brings together the best local, regional, and
national Blues performers for a celebration
of sight, sound, and music that comes from the
soul! Learn musical techniques for playing blues
music at workshops offered Saturday and Sunday,
right in the park at 17th Street! See website
for more details.
SCULPTURE FOR THE SOUL
September 14 - October 14, 2007
Friday, September 14 - Sunday, October 14
Galerie Myrtis- Capitol Hill, 500 Ninth Street,
SE Washington, DC 20003
“Sculpture for the Soul” is an exhibition
featuring the work of artist, Lynda Smith-Bugge.
Influenced by Henry Moore’s abstract sculpture,
she manipulates the wood with such subtle prowess
that the viewer is drawn into the natural textures
and rhythms of the wood’s surface. Through
the woodworking process, Smith-Bugge re-forms
a broken tree branch into geometric forms which
highlight and honor the evocative and organic
shapes provided by nature.
Opening reception: Friday, September 14th from
6:00 to 8:00 pm
Artist’sTalk: Sunday, September 16, from
3:00 to 5:00 pm
For more information call 202-548-7575
SPYRO GYRA (smooth jazz)
September 14, 2007
Location: Rams Head Tavern, 33 West Street,
Annapolis, MD
"Aside from one of the most amazing live
shows in instrumental music and killer, killer
songs, Spyro Gyra endures as an audience favorite
because they created an original style that
sounded like nothing that came before it."
Two shows: 7pm & 10pm.
Cost: $32.50 / (410) 268-4545
ISAIAH D. THOMAS & ELEMENTS OF PRAISE 2ND
LIVE CD/DVD RECORDING
September 14, 2007
Greater Saint John, 11425 Old Marlboro Pike,,
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
To purchase tickets, please visit www.isaiahdthomas.com
or www.gospeletickets.com
MACY GRAY * THE BRAND NEW HEAVIES
Friday, September 14, 8:00pm
Location: Constitution Hall, 18th &
C Streets, NW Washington, DC 20006
The Big and Heavy tour! Macy Gray is a Grammy
Award winning American R&B, soul, and neo
soul singer, songwriter, record producer, and
actress known for her raspy voice and a singing
style. She has released numerous albums and
has appeared in the several movies including
Training Day, Spiderman and Idlewild. Macy Gray
is back after nearly four years with her album
BIG, a dynamic new effort that spotlights those
classic pipes in a variety of stylistic settings!
The Brand New Heavies are Simon Bartholomew,
Jan Kincaid, Andrew Levy, and since October
2005, N'Dea Davenport has been back with the
group! Pioneers of the London acid jazz scene,
the Brand New Heavies translated their love
for the funk grooves of the 1970s into a sophisticated
sound which carried the torch for classic soul
in an era dominated by hip-hop.
Cost: $53 / (202) 397-SEAT (7328) or www.ticketmaster.com
ETHIOPIAN EXPO
September 15 - 16, 2007
Saturday, September 15
Location: Capital Hilton, 1001 16th Street,
NW Washington, DC
Ethiopian Expo is an annual event which is designed
to promote the business and cultural activities
of the Ethiopian community in the Diaspora.
It is a big and unique expo, where business
owners and professionals come together to experience
the new business traditions. Ethiopian Expo
is the event devoted to the communities and
is dedicated to crossing bridge of business
communities. This is a perfect opportunity to
network with the Ethiopian community from around
the world. I strongly recommend that any one
connected with Ethiopian communities and businesses
to attend this annual event.
Call (202) 387-9302 for exact time and ticket
info.
SPECIAL BLENDZ AT RIVERFRONT RAMBLE
September 15 - 16, 2007
Saturday, September 15
Location: Barry Bridge Park; Chester,
PA
Special Blendz will be performing R&B. The
featured artist will be The Temptations Review
featuring Dennis Edwards. Join us for music,
fireworks, food, and fun. Remember to bring
a sweater/jacket as the riverfront can get chilly
in the evening. See you there!
BALTIMORE COUNTY AFRICAN-AMERICAN CULTURAL FESTIVAL
featuring REGINA BELLE * PIECES OF A DREAM
September 15, 2007
Saturday, September 15, 10:00am
Location: Towson Courthouse Plaza, 400
Washington Avenue, Towson, MD
Baltimore County will play host to the Annual
African American Cultural Festival. While many
ethnic festivals recall and celebrate old traditions,
this Festival promises to be something that
is much more important. Learn about Baltimore
County's Historical African American Communities,
Buffalo Soldiers, plus enjoy children's entertainment
stage, informational booths, health screenings,
food, arts, and crafts, carnival games/clowns,
Gospel music and much more!
Free! / (410) 887-5557 or www.aaculturalfestival.com
STAUNTON AFRICAN AMERICAN FESTIVAL
September 15 - 16, 2007
Saturday, September 15 - Sunday, September 16
Location: Gypsy Hill Park, One Churchville
Avenue, Staunton, VA
Staunton's Annual African American Festival
features music, food, arts, crafts and fun for
everyone. All events are under the big tent.
Join us Sunday morning for worship, and Sunday
afternoon for the Gospel Extravaganza!
Cost: Free! / (540) 886-3040
CUSTOMER APPRECIATION BBQ & BAZAAR
September 15, 2007
Saturday, September 15, 11:00am
Essence Entertainment Group, 2400 Arlington
Blvd, Arlington, VA 22204
“In appreciation for your business”.
Come and join the fun Free Food, Giveaways,
50/50 Raffle, Games, Massages, Beauty treatments,
Vendors and more! Vending opportunities available.
Directions:
From: 395North and South take exit 8A Washington
blvd follow Washington blvd approx 1⁄2
miles to Second St exit follow Second St. approx
2/3 of a mile turn right at 2nd traffic light
(filmier St.) make third right on to service
road follow to 2400.
From :Glebe Road North make right onto Walter
Reed Dr. which becomes Fillmore St make right
onto Arlington Blvd Service Road.- Service road
is before traffic light follow to 2400.
From: 50 West and East take Fillmore St. make
immediate left on to Service Road (Arlington
Blvd) follow to 2400.
GIFT FOR LIFE BLOCK WALK
September 15, 2007
Baltimore City Dept. of Recreation & Parks
(Easterwood Park), 1530 Bentalou Street, Baltimore,
MD
Sisters Network Baltimore Chapter will host
its 5th annual Gift for Life Block Walk. This
innovative and unique program allows breast
cancer survivors to canvas door-to-door in the
African American community and distribute breast
health education information, a resource list
and pink ribbons. The registration fee is $15
(includes a t-shirt and lunch).
AUTUMN SMOOTH JAZZ starring PAUL TAYLOR * LEELA
JAMES * BOB BALDWIN
Saturday, September 15, 8:00pm
Location: Lyric Opera House, 140 West
Mt. Royal Avenue, Baltimore, MD
The unstoppable phenomenon of saxophonist Paul
Taylor reached a fever pitch with Steppin’
Out,” the irrepressible title track from
his Top Ten Billboard Contemporary Jazz album.
It became Radio & Records’ third biggest
genre airplay cut of the year. Taylor’s
energetic, free-spirited playing style on “Nightlife”
perfectly reflects the “clean slate vibe”
he has in approaching the writing and recording
process.
One listen to Leela James' nostalgic debut,
"A Change is Gonna Come," and it's
evident that she is a pupil and a conduit of
Classic Soul! The Los Angeles songbird's emotive
vocals and ardent lyrics belie her youth and
her diminutive appearance. Judging by her fervor
and indelible talent, the industry has been
blessed with another dignitary who not only
evokes soul but understands and abides by it!
Keyboardist/ Producer/Arranger Bob Baldwin's
learned piano from his father, Robert Baldwin,
Sr., (also an accomplished jazz pianist), at
age four. In addition, he had private lessons
in Classical and Jazz Standards. Bob's musical
influences range from Oscar Peterson, Herbie
Hancock and Miles Davis to Stevie Wonder, Aretha
Franklin and Marvin Gaye. His group, the Baldwin/Orlo
Project, performed at the legendary Bottom Line
in New York City leading to his first his first
album and eventually to his two-album deal with
Atlantic Jazz Records.
Cost: $47-$65 / (410) 547-SEAT (7328)
NATIONAL BLACK LUV FESTIVAL
Sunday, September 16, 12:00pm
Location: 4th & Pennsylvania Avenue,
NW Washington, DC
The Black L.U.V. (love, unity & vision)
Festival was established by artists in the historic
U street community who continue to be dedicated
to social change. This FREE one-day multi-cultural
outdoor event, dedicated to upliftment, has
used the cultural arts as a vehicle to inform
and enlighten communities of the Nation’s
Capital. The Black L.U.V. (love, unity &
vision) Festival informs and enlightens communities
on social injustice, gentrification, healthcare
and educational issues that disproportionately
affect poor people in general and black people
in particular in our communities and neighborhoods.
The festival features musicians, poets, and
community activists grace the main stage along
with food vendors and community organizations
on this spectacular day of unity.
Free! / 202-547-2459
BLUEBIRD BLUES FESTIVAL
Sunday, September 16, 12:30pm
Prince George’s Community College, 301
Largo Road, Largo, MD
Fantastic daylong fest featuring diverse music
from Piedmont folk to Chicago soul. Legendary
performers live on two stages plus children’s
activities, food, vendors and more.
Free! / 301-322-0853 or www.pgcc.edu
NATIONAL COUNCIL OF NEGRO WOMEN M/B CRAB FEAST/FISH
FRY
Sunday, September 16, 2:00pm
Ardmore Recreational Center, 9222 Ardwick Ardmore
Road, Springdale, MD
NCNW M/B is kicking off the year with our 6th
Annual Crabfeast and Fish Fry! Join us for an
afternoon of fun, friendship, fellowship and
networking. Menu includes: Cole Slaw, Baked
Beans, Corn-on-the-cob, Hotdogs, Beverages,
and more! Proceeds to Support our Community
Outreach Projects.
$40 / Children under 6 yrs. $15.00 / 301-367-0892
or 301-220-1079
LADIES OF THE GOSPEL featuring DEBBIE SCOTT
September 16, 2007
Location: American Legion Hall, Dundalk
(Baltimore, MD)
Join Doresa Harvey at the “Ladies of the
Gospel” concert, featuring Immeasurable
and Psalmist Debbie Scott. Enjoy inspirational
sounds, fellowship and more!
For more information call 410-531-3020.
STEVIE WONDER
Sunday, September 16, 7:30pm
Location: Pier Six Concert Pavilion, 731
Eastern Avenue, Baltimore, MD
Stevie Wonder is a much-beloved American icon
and an indisputable genius not only of R&B
but popular music in general. Much like his
inspiration, Ray Charles, Wonder had a voracious
appetite for many different kinds of music,
and refused to confine himself to any one sound
or style. His best records were a richly eclectic
brew of soul, funk, rock & roll, sophisticated
Broadway style pop, jazz, reggae, and African
elements -- and they weren't just stylistic
exercises.
Cost: $52-$92 / Ticketmaster locations.
PANEL DISCUSSION-'UNFINISHED BUSINESS: RACIAL
EQUALITY IN AMERICAN HISTORY'
Monday, September 17, 7:00pm
McGowan Theater at the National Archives, 700
Pennsylvania Street, NW Washington, DC
Join Archivist of the United States Allen Weinstein
as he moderates a panel discussion featuring
John Hope Franklin, distinguished historian
and lifelong civil rights activist; Lonnie Bunch,
Director of the National Museum of African American
History and Culture; and Michael J. Klarman,
Professor of Law and History at the University
of Virginia as they discuss Klarman’s
book, "Unfinished Business: Racial Equality
in American History," the newest volume
from Oxford’s Inalienable Rights series.
Klarman offers a succinct account of racial
equality and civil rights throughout American
history, arguing that we have made less progress
than we like to think and that court decisions
tend to reflect the racial mores of the times.
A book signing will follow the program.
Free! / 202-357-5000
3RD ANNUAL "MORE THAN A GAME" GOLF
TOURNAMENT
Tuesday, September 18, 7:00am
Location: The Woodlands Golf Course, Baltimore
County, MD
The National Great Blacks In Wax Museum hosts
its 3rd Annual "More Than A Game Golf Tournament"
$125/per golfer / Sponsorships available.
contact: Mia Conyer - Manager of Special Events
- 410.563.7809 x111 for more info.
WHATEVER SHE WANTS (play)
September 18 - 23, 2007
Tuesday, September 18 - Sunday, September 23
Location: Warner Theatre, 1299 Pennsylvania
Avenue, NW Washington, DC
Starring Vivica A. Fox, Boris Kodjoe, Richard
Roundtree, Tamala Jones and Little G from SILK.
For those who are looking for the secret formula
to get the man or woman of your dreams, look
no further than “Whatever She Wants”.
Love, companionship, trust, loyalty and friendship
aren’t the only things that women want,
but it’s what every man and woman wants
in a relationship. “Whatever She Wants”
looks to give its audiences their own personal
fantasy mixed with fire and desire, laced with
a dose of everyday drama, as only men and their
women can serve up. “Whatever She Wants”
is the seventh in a series of hugely successful
musical stage plays from Award Winning dynamic
writing and producing duo – Je’Caryous
Johnson and Gary Guidry under the helm of their
company - I’m Ready Productions.
Cost: $35.50-$52.50 / (202) 397-SEAT (7328)
100 BLACK MEN CELEBRATION
September 20, 2007
Thursday, September 20, 9:00am
Location: Drew Freeman Middle School,
2600 Brooks Drive Suitland, MD
The 1st Annual 100 Black Men Celebration features
an empowerment program designed to bring attention
to the youth of the community with successful
leaders and businessmen who came from the community
or same upbringings and through dedication and
hard work transitioned themselves into the careers
they always wanted to pursue. This event will
assist with developing many needed skills and
networking support to build a child's mind into
seeing that anything is possible.
Free! / 301-817-0900 ext. 233
DISCUSSION - FROM PROTEST TO POWER: A CONVERSATION
ON THE CONGRESSIONAL BLACK CAUCUS
September 20, 2007
Thursday, September 20, 7:00pm
Location: McGowan Theater at the National
Archives, 700 Pennsylvania Street, NW Washington,
DC
Congressman James Clyburn, Majority Whip of
the U.S. House of Representatives, and other
members of the Congressional Black Caucus, join
moderators Lonnie Bunch, Founding Director of
the National Museum of African American History
and Culture, and Archivist of the United States,
Allen Weinstein, for a discussion of the past,
present, and future of the Caucus.
Free! / 202-357-5000
LIVE! ON WOODROW WILSON PLAZA featuring CHANGAMIRE
(jazz vocals)
Friday, September 21, 12:00pm
Woodrow Wilson Plaza, 1300 Pennsylvania
Avenue, Washington, DC
“Live on Woodrow Wilson Plaza” features
free downtown concert series at Woodrow Wilson
Plaza. Now in its seventh season, the Live!
Downtown Concert Series is Washington’s
most spectacular free daily out door lunchtime
concert series, featuring the best local and
international talent Washington has ever seen.
Free! / (202) 674-7023
A GOSPEL EVOLUTION: A MUSICAL PROGRAM EXPLORING
THE MANIFESTATION OF MUSIC IN DIASPORIC CULTURES
September 21, 2007
Friday, September 21, 4:00pm
Location: George Washington Masonic National
Memorial, 101 Callahan Drive, Alexandria, VA
The Society for the Preservation of Black Heritage
in collaboration with the Alexandria Black History
Museum will present its first annual “Gospel
Evolution” fund-raising program. Each
year the program will explore the similarities
of Gospel music and its impact on the varied
cultures of Alexandria. The cultural traditions
of African descent represented throughout the
African Diaspora (Caribbean and Latin American
countries) will be part of the yearly exploration
of the gospel music tradition.
(703) 838-4356 or oha.alexandriava.gov…
NATION'S CAPITAL WALK FOR LITERACY '07
Saturday, September 22, 9:00am
Location: Tech World Plaza, 9th and K
Street, NW Washington, DC
Join the University of the District of Columbia
State Education Agency for the 7th Annual Walk
for Literacy. All proceeds support literacy
programs in the District.
$20 registration fee / For more information,
visit www.literacydc.org
INDE PEN SERIES
September 22, 2007
Book Signing
09/22/07 - "Inde Pen Series", Karibu
Books in Iverson Mall, 3817 Branch Ave., Hillcrest
Heights, MD 20748, 2pm - 4pm. For more
information call: Alvin Singh at 301-899-3730.
"LOCK-IN" (play)
September 22, 2007
Saturday, September 22, 4:00pm
Location: Atlas Performing Arts Center,
1333 H Stree, NW Washington, DC
"LOCK-IN" The Heated, Heartwarming,
Hilarious Stage Play! One outrageous pastor,
a stripper and a group of opinionated churchgoers
find themselves locked inside the church one
Sunday morning. Seizing the opportunity to share
their hearts on internal and social issues,
much heated, heartwarming and often hilarious
dialogue ensues. Displayed with an even measure
of excitement and drama, LOCK-IN is sure to
capture hearts from the very start. LOCK-IN
features a phenomenal cast ensemble with spirited
singing and dancing!
"REBIRTH OF COOL: THE IVY EXPERIENCE"
Saturday, September 22, 6:00pm
Embassy Suites Hotel, 1900 Diagonal Road,,
Alexandria, VA 22314
Phi Nu Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority,
Incorporated
hosts its 4TH Annual Jazz Event & Charity
Auction.
Join us for "Rebirth of Cool: The Ivy Experience"
featuring live jazz from Common Ground. Semi-Formal
Attire
Tickets: $45.00 / Payment deadline September
1st)
Embrace the experience:
An ambiance filled with fusion and modern jazz
sensations,
delectable culinary delights, and a dance floor
designed to keep you
out of your seat. This year`s auction features
a variety of items
donated from minority and female-owned businesses,
so don't forget
your checkbook! *All auction proceeds to benefit
Phi Nu Omega
community programs and charitable donations.
To purchase tickets, please contact any member
of Phi Nu Omega.
To donate an auction item, or for more information,
please contact
Toyia Younger at ToyiaY@aol.com.
FUNK FEST WITH CAMEO & MORRIS DAY &
THE TIME
September 22, 2007
Saturday, September 22, 8:00pm
Location: Lyric Opera House, 140 West
Mt. Royal Avenue, Baltimore, MD
For one night only, join us for some classic
old sounds as Cameo, Morris Day and The Time
perform. Throughout the 1970’s and 1980’s,
Cameo, led by ex-Julliard student, Larry Blackmon,
remained a mainstay. Influencing younger generations
of R & B and hip hop acts, Cameo had several
of the top selling albums in the 1980’s.
The legendary, pimpadelic funkmaster, Morris
Day will perform with his group The Time. Morris
Day has also acted in various movies including
alongside Prince in Purple Rain. The Time, came
out with hits like "Jungle Love" and
"Jerk Out". Also, the Special Lifetime
Achievement Award to Clarence "Skip"
Scarborough will be presented.
Cost: $37-$67 / 410-547-SEAT or www.ticketmaster.com
CONGRESSIONAL BLACK CAUCUS FOUNDATION (CBCF)
LEGISLATIVE CONFERENCE
Wednesday, September 26 - Saturday, September
29
Washington Convention Center, 801 Mount Vernon
Place, NW Washington, DC
The Annual Legislative Conference (ALC) is considered
to be the premier African American conference
on policy issues. The ALC provides the platform
for the 42 African American Members of Congress
to share the progress of their work on legislative
items and also allows for the exchange of ideas
correlated to policy issues that are of critical
concern to their constituents. While the ALC
provides the opportunity for attendees to acquaint
themselves with the 42 Members of the Congressional
Black Caucus (CBC), the ALC is also a time for
people from across the nation to come together
in one place, at one time to focus on the pressing
issues that challenge Black America. During
this conference, people from all walks of life
can be found in the Washington Convention Center.
Anyone who cares about the health, economic,
educational and political state of Black communities
is certain to be present. Other events included
are: the CBCF Chair's Reception, Exhibit Showcase,
Jazz Concert, Gospel Extravaganza, Prayer Breakfast,
Annual Awards Dinner and the CBC Spouses Events.
Free & Pay events / (202) 263-2800
MARK CURRY (comedy)
Wednesday, September 26 - Sunday, September
30
DC Comedy Improv, 1140 Connecticut Avenue, NW
Washington, DC
Perhaps best known for starring in his own hit
television sitcom
"Hangin' With Mr. Cooper," which ran
for five seasons on ABC, and for hosting "Showtime
At The Apollo," comedian, actor, host Mark
Curry is packing the laughs as one of the top
national touring comedy acts. In addition to
his stand-up performances, Mark recently appeared
opposite Kirstie Alley in his recurring role
on Showtime’s hit series "Fat Actress".
Mark also put his golden touch on BET's comedy
talent search show "Coming to the Stage"
With Mark as the host, this series became the
network s number one show.
Call (202) 296-7008
PRINCE GEORGE'S CLASSIC GOLF CLASSIC
Thursday, September 27
Location: Enterprise Golf Course, 2802
Enterprise Road, Mitchellville, MD
Part of the Prince Georges Classic Weekend!
Enjoy a Great Day of Golf for a Wonderful Cause!
Enjoy a great day of golf for a wonderful cause!
Golfers will be treated to a fun-filled day
of food, beverages and prizes. Participate in
the “Closest to the Pin” and “Longest
Drive” challenges for a chance to win
amazing prizes. An awards ceremony will be held
immediately after the tournament. Proceeds from
the Golf Classic will support the First Tee
of Prince George’s County.
See www.princegeorgesclassic.com/schedule.cfm
for details.
AN EVENING WITH ROBERTA FLACK
Thursday, September 27 - Saturday, September
29
Location: Kennedy Center, 2700 F Street,
NW Washington, DC 20566
Celebrated for such chart-topping hits as "Killing
Me Softly," "The First Time Ever I
Saw Your Face," and "Where Is the
Love," four-time Grammy Award–winning
singer/songwriter Roberta Flack returns to her
D.C. roots for an unforgettable concert event.
A graduate of Howard University, she has moved
audiences around the world with her heartfelt
music. Spanning the genres of R&B, jazz,
blues, and pop, her voice is "luscious
and golden," says the New York Times. These
performances are especially meaningful to conductor
Marvin Hamlisch, who has established a close
bond with this music legend. Don't miss all
the songs you love with the artist who created
them.
Cost: $20.00-$85.00 / (202) 467- 4600
BALTIMORE INTERNATIONAL RHYTHM FESTIVAL
Friday, September 28 - Saturday, September 29
St. John's United Methodist Church, corner of
St. Paul Street, Baltimore, MD
The 11th Annual International Rhythm Festival
will feature fantastic workshops on African
and Middle Eastern drumming, African dance,
drum tuning, taketina and much more! Visit the
website for details.
LIVE! ON WOODROW WILSON PLAZA featuring CHUCK
BROWN (go-go)
Friday, September 28, 12:00pm
Woodrow Wilson Plaza, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue,
NW Washington, DC
“Live on Woodrow Wilson Plaza” features
free downtown concert series at Woodrow Wilson
Plaza. Now in its seventh season, the Live!
Downtown Concert Series is Washington’s
most spectacular free daily out door lunchtime
concert series, featuring the best local and
international talent Washington has ever seen.
Free! / (202) 674-7023
BALTIMORE BOOK FESTIVAL
Friday, September 28 - Sunday, September 30
Mount Vernon Place, 600 block North Charles
Street, Baltimore, MD
The Mid-Atlantic's premier celebration of the
literary arts offers well-known authors, local
bookstores, publishers, children's writers,
storytellers, author signings, crafts, refreshments
and entertainment. Featured will be Victoria
Rowell, Tim Gunn, Warren Brown, Rev. Run, Justine
Simmons, Isabel Cruz, Nikki Giovanni, and a
Ladies Night Panel featuring Jen Scheftt, Patricia
Carlin and Amy Dubois Barnett.
Friday, 5-9pm
Saturday 11am-7pm
Sunday 11am-7pm
Free!
MARITIME MAGIC
Friday, September 28, 6:00pm
Frederick Douglas-Isaac Myers Maritime Park,
1417 Thames Street, Baltimore, MD 21231
Living Classrooms Premier Benefit Party. Guests
will enjoy casual festive evening under the
stars with great food and drinks provided by
40+ of Baltimore's favorite restaraunts. Maritime
Magic will raise funds to support the innovative
hands-on education, job training, and community
service programs provided by Living Classrooms
Foundation. Tickets $100 per person in advance,
$110 at door. Reserve table.
ALLAN HARRIS: LONG LIVE THE KING: A TRIBUTE
TO NAT KING COLE
Friday, September 28 - Saturday, September 29
Location: Kennedy Center, 2700 F Street,
NW Washington, DC 20566
A "velvet-voiced jazz singer, with music
in his veins" (Variety), Allan Harris has
won praise for projecting the warmth of Tony
Bennett, the rhythm of Frank Sinatra, and the
sly elegance of Nat King Cole. He opens the
2007–2008 jazz season with selections
from his much-anticipated CD Nat King Cole,
Long Live the King, recorded live at the KC
Jazz Club during his January 2005 sold-out concerts.
Celebrating the CD's release, Harris sings such
classic favorites as "L.O.V.E.," "Mona
Lisa," and of course "Unforgettable."
Cost: $25.00 / (202) 467- 4600
BOOK YOUR SUCCESS TOUR
RADIO PROGRAM
September 29,2007
09/29/07 - "Book Your Success Tour"
at the Hyattsville Library, 6530 Adelphi
Road, Hyattsville, MD 20782, 11am –
4 pm. For more information email: Judine
Slaughter at judineandassoc@yahoo.com.
WOMEN'S CONFERENCE
Saturday, September 29, 8:30am
Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church, 1219 New Jersey
Avenue, NW Washington, D.C. 20001
Continental breakfast 8:30am-9:00am, Speaker
for 9/29/07-Minister Janice Steele from Triumph
in Christ, JDS Ministries
Speakers for 9/30/07-8:00am-Dr. Charlene Monk,
New Horizon Christian Faith Chruch
Speaker 09/30/07-11:00am-Dr. Herldleen Russell
MCDONALD'S COLLEGE EXPO
Saturday, September 29, 11:00am
Location: The Historic Carnegie Library,
Washington, D.C.
The McDonald’s Family Restaurants of Greater
Washington, D.C., and Baltimore are inviting
high school students from the metropolitan area
to experience what college life has to offer
at the McDonald’s College Expo. The McDonald's
College Expo will give area students and their
families the opportunity to meet with college
counselors, and explore the many facets that
make up college life, all free-of-charge. Register
at the website: www.mcdonaldseducates.com
Free!
PRINCE GEORGE’S CLASSIC FASHION SHOW &
LUNCHEON
Saturday, September 29, 11:30am
Location: Greenbelt Marriott, 6400 Ivy
Lane, Greenbelt, MD
Featuring Local and National Couture Designers.
Hosted by WHUR on-air-personality and news anchor
for the Steve Harvey Morning Show, Taylor Thomas,
the Prince George’s Classic Fashion Show
& Luncheon is back with a few more special
features. Enjoy a day of socializing, networking,
fashion, food and shopping. This exciting event
brings out some of Prince George's County elite,
from political figures to CEOs. Do not miss
your chance to interact with some of the area's
movers and shakers. More importantly, a portion
of the proceeds will go towards a scholarship
fund for a deserving Prince George's County
student.
See www.princegeorgesclassic.com/schedule.cfm
for details
NATIONAL COUNCIL OF NEGRO WOMEN M/B COLLEGE
EXPO
Saturday, September 29, 1:00pm
University of Maryland College Park, Reckord
Armory, College Park, MD
The purpose of the College Expo is to provide
a multi-faceted, dynamic, and enthusiastic atmosphere
through which middle and high school youth,
as well as parents, grandparents and the general
public, can access higher education tools and
resources. In the legacy of NCNW and to ensure
that no child is left behind, our goal is to
expose our youth to information that will help
them succeed in an increasingly competitive
society.
Free!
THE MORTGAGE BURNING (play)
September 29 - October 8, 2007
Location: The Arena Players, 801 McCulloh
Street, Baltimore, MD
The folks at the mythical St. Peter and Paul
Baptists Church are full of problems in the
absence of their spiritual leader who has suddenly
left to “do the Lord’s work.”
A deacon is robbed, the communion wine has disappeared
and the youth choir is the prime suspect. Play
by Robert Russell.
Cost: $15 / (410) 728-6500
PBMC 2007 MOONLIGHT CRUISE
Saturday, September 29 - Sunday, September 30
Location: Odyssey Ship, 600 Water Street, SW
Washington, DC
Join the Positive Black Men Coalition for their
Moonlight Cruise aboard the luxurious Odyssey!
Two areas of entertainment featuring Familiar
Faces. Hosted by Michel Wright & WPGC.
Cost: $60 / (301) 809-6094
Web: www.positiveblackmencoalition.com/boatrides..html
MCDONALD'S COLLEGE EXPO
Sunday, September 30, 11:00am
Renaissance Harborplace Hotel, 202 E. Pratt
Street, Baltimore, MD
The McDonald’s Family Restaurants of Greater
Washington, D.C., and Baltimore are inviting
high school students from the metropolitan area
to experience what college life has to offer
at the McDonald’s College Expo. The McDonald's
College Expo will give area students and their
families the opportunity to meet with college
counselors, and explore the many facets that
make up college life, all free-of-charge. Register
at the website: www.mcdonaldseducates.com
Free!
