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Wednesday, April 13, 2011 Wellness Wednesday Guests Kim Carruthers Pilates Instructor Increasing concern about America’s childhood obesity problem inspired Kim Carruthers to begin her non-profit program Pilates in the ‘Hood. The program is currently featured in many of Los Angeles’ urban elementary schools and Boys and Girls Clubs. Pilates in the ‘Hood recently partnered with the L.A. Care Health Plan, a community accountable health insurance plan. The program seeks to bring health and awareness to inner cities communities. Kim started her career as a professional dancer, performing with Alvin Ailey and other New York City based dance companies. Kim obtained Pilates certification at The Pilates Studio 1997. A graduate of The Healing Arts College, Kimberley is a certified and licensed massage therapist and has been certified with the American Council on Exercise since 1997. Pilates in the Hood Women, Men, Youth Free Childcare Provided All Classes Are Free Mondays 6 p.m., Thursdays 5:30 p.m. (1 Hour Classes)

Wednesday, April 13, 2011 Supervisor Mark Ridley-Thomas Mark Ridley-Thomas has represented the nearly 2.3 million people of the Second District on the Los Angeles County  Board of Supervisors since December 2008. During his first year in office, he shepherded through an agreement with the University of California to provide medical services at the new Martin Luther King Jr. Hospital, scheduled to open in late 2012. He also persuaded the Metropolitan Transportation Authority to fund a light rail system from Crenshaw Boulevard to Los Angeles International Airport and move up the opening from 2029 to as early as 2016. Together, the hospital and rail projects will generate more than $2 billion in spending and create over 16,000 jobs. Ridley-Thomas is the first African American man ever to serve on the Los Angeles Board of Supervisors. His district  includes Carson, Compton, Culver City, Gardena, Hawthorne, Inglewood and Lynwood, portions or all of 10 Los Angeles Ci

Monday, April 11, 2011 Adisa and Sakkara Thomas-Anderson Queens Historical Society, an innovator in America’s multicultural education explosion has emerged as a leader in presenting programs that assert the rich royal heritage of African Americans. The Society’s signature play, "Queens of the Nile, Now", written by founder, Sakkara Ingrid Thomas, focuses on the respected role of women by men in ancient African matrilineal societies as an example for boys and girls today. The success of this royal history pageant led to the evolution of QHS’ Crown Jewels Program. This vibrant repertoire includes performances, storytelling, demonstrations and school field trips, including The Festival of

Monday, April 11, 2011 Each year Black Writer's on Tour gives exposure to over 300 African-American authors and writers, increases their book sales, and motivates, and develops aspiring new writers and authors.  In addition to the authors there will be exhibitors, panel discussions, and more! BLACK WRITERS ON TOUR 2011 Saturday, April 16, 2011 9:00am to 4:00pm Carson Community Center 801 E. Carson Street Carson, California 90746 Contact Dr. Rosie Mulligan 1425 W. Manchester Ave. Ste. B Los Angeles, CA 90047 (323) 750-3592 drrosie@aol.com http://www.blackwritersontour.com/

Friday, April 8, 2011 African-American Sketch Comedy Troupe to Present ‘Slow Children Crossing’ Beginning April 10 Presented by critically acclaimed comedic writer Ralph Farquhar, group promises high and low brow political humor that’s inappropriate for all BUY TICKETS The African-American sketch comedy troupe will present Slow Children Crossing, a high and low brow, political, satirical, scatological, and musical show beginning April 10 for six weeks at King King in Hollywood (7 p.m., 6555 Hollywood Boulevard). Mixing multi-media with live sketches the group creates a party-like atmosphere as they lampoon everyone from Libyan President Muammar Qaddafi to U.S. President Barack Obama. Consisting of two men, three women, including Bret Butler (Adult Swim’s “Sealab:2021”), L.A. theatre veteran Alem Sapp (“How High”), Destini Meshack (BET’s “Played by Fame”), Tiffany Thomas (“The Boondocks”), and Saudia Rashed (“The New Guy”), Slow Children Crossing is being presented by acclaimed writer and filmmaker Ralph

Friday, March 25, 2011 4:30 AM Open phone Friday.

HALO was founded by husband and wife team - Dr. La Grande Mason, Jr. and Sonja Mason - who have been married for over 35 years and have 5 children together.  The Masons are locally and nationally recognized as stedfast contributors of the Healthy Marriage Initiative. For more than 25 years their efforts and programs have helped hundreds of couples from all walks of life to successfully prepare and keep their marriages. Website: http://lahalo.org/ Event Presenting the 9th Annual Black Marriage Day Awards & Kick-Off Rally Saturday March 26th, 2011 10:00AM - 12:00PM L.A. Museum of African American Art 3rd Floor in Macys, Crenshaw-Baldwin Hills Plaza Free

Friday, March 25, 2011 Mahogany Hair Revolution salon is celebrating Women’s History Month with their Beautiful Inside and Out Mixer on Sunday, March 27th from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm. A free event open to the public, the theme for the mixer is “Springing Forward To A More Beautiful You" and is an event where So Cal where women can gather to learn how to better rock their personal style and develop a healthier lifestyle. Although admission is free, attendees must RSVP by calling (323) 963-8184. The free event will feature complimentary food and beverages, beauty and fashion vendors and three dynamic speakers who are experts in their field – Actress and Talk Show Host, Kim Coles, Dr. Kari, Trichologist and stylist to the stars and Dr. Minnie Claiborne, Therapist and Personal Development Coach. About Dr. Kari Mahogany Hair Revolution is owned by wunderkind Trichologist (hair and scalp expert), natural hair guru Dr. Kari.  Featured by Essence.com, BET and a regular columnist for “Healthier You Magazine,” Dr. Kari

Friday, March 25, 2011 Wendy Gladney Author, motivational speaker, talk-show host, entrepreneur, philanthropist and mother of two – just to name a few; Wendy Gladney is living proof that attitude is everything. As a child, Wendy was abandoned by her mother and sexually abused by her father. However, a firm believer that we all must do the best with what life hands us, Wendy has gone from “victim” to “victorious” and shares how to embrace happiness, experience joy, and live a fulfilled life without hatred. From her experiences, Wendy has written two books. Her first, “Healing Without Hate: How to Forgive to Live,” provides uplifting strategies to overcome obstacles and find personal fulfillment. The topic of “Forgiveness” is also the center of Wendy’s second book, “The Preacher’s Daughter: A Memory.” Wendy’s success with both books has sent her on many speaking engagements. Topics include: rising above abuse and abandonment, bi-racial understanding, overcoming adversity, cancer, divorce, single

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