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PMF HOSTS DAY-LONG CONFERENCE TO RECRUIT AFRICAN AMERICAN STUDENTS TO ATTEND MEDICAL SCHOOL AND PRACTICE IN THE OAKLAND/SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA AND NORTHERN CA

pretcetera — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 15:47:03 +0000

Pre-med, University/College & Post-baccalaureate Students and High School Seniors Invited to Take Part Saturday, Feb. 18th
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OAKLAND/SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA/NORTHERN CALIFORNIA:
The Physicians Medical Forum (PMF) aims to increase the number of African American physicians, residents and medical students in the Oakland/San Francisco Bay and Northern California, while helping to improve the delivery of culturally competent medical care to better meet the health care needs of African Americans and community at-large. To that end, on February 18th, the non-profit organization will host its annual “Doctors on Board Program—a day-long, tuition-free, information-filled series of seminars, workshops and case studies to encourage the increase of black students attending medical school.
2012-01-24

J’LA CHIC PRODUCTIONS’ CLASSIC SOUL CABARET SERIES MAKES ITSELF AT HOME IN THE RRAZZ ROOM

pretcetera — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 20:55:07 +0000

Entertainment Series Debuts Feb. 1st – 8:00 pm | Press Welcome!
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SAN FRANCISCO, CA – J’LaChic Productions is excited to announce that it will move its ongoing Classic Soul Cabaret series to The Rrazz Room, located inside San Francisco’s luxurious Hotel Nikko, commencing with an exhilarating debut performance Wednesday, February 1, 2012 at 8:00 p.m. The show will feature the Top Shelf Classic Soul Quartet. Produced by JohnnyT (Trotman), the series aims to preserve the arts and keep alive the rich heritage of ethnic gospel, soul, and R&B music via its uniquely staged choreographed cabaret productions.
2012-01-12

HIGHLY-ANTICIPATED ANTHOLOGY “GUMBO FOR THE SOUL: MEN OF HONOR” NOW AVAILABLE

pretcetera — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 20:46:35 +0000

Fourth in Award-winning Anthology Series Benefits ‘Project Fatherhood’
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Compiled by Bruce George, CEO of Bruce George Media and co-founder of the award-winning “Russell Simmons’ HBO/Def Poetry Jam,” and Beverly Black Johnson, proud mom, founder of Gumbo for the Soul Publications, and community activist, “Gumbo for the Soul: Men of Honor” is an assemblage of savory literary offerings honoring men and supporting the fight against prostate cancer. Proceeds from this Special Cancer Awareness Edition will benefit Project Fatherhood.
2012-01-11

EAST BAY CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS Presents Award-winning One-man Show

pretcetera — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 20:38:35 +0000

“In Search of My Father…Walkin’ Talkin’ Bill Hawkins“
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RICHMOND, CA—East Bay Center for the Performing Arts presents “In Search of My Father…Walkin’ Talkin’ Bill Hawkins,” an award-winning, autobiographical solo show–written and performed by W. Allen Taylor, with original direction by Ellen Sebastian Chang. Taylor brings his extraordinary acting talents to six weekend performances Feb. 18 through March 4, 2012. Among other nods, ”In Search of My Father…” received the San Francisco Bay Area Theatre Critics’ Circle Award for “Best Solo Performance” of 2006.
2011-12-20

Dr. Raye Mitchell, Social Entrepreneur & Expert on Training Women and Girls as Global Leaders, Releases New Book

pretcetera — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 16:57:57 +0000

~ San Francisco Bay Area Book Signing Appearances Announced ~
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OAKLAND, CA – The San Francisco Bay Area’s much-admired attorney-turned-social entrepreneur is excited to announce the publication of her new book “The Evolution of Brilliance: Voices Celebrating the Global Importance of Women.” The exceptional literary offering—due to be released November 22, 2011—is an anthology of quotes from phenomenal women whose words of wit, insight, and wisdom have touched many lives. In -advance of her 2012 national book tour, Mitchell announces her end-of-year, San Francisco Bay Area book signing appearances.
2011-11-17

DR. JYNONA NORWOOD, JONESTOWN MEMORIAL SERVICES & WALL FOUNDER AND EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, LEADS 33RD ANNUAL OFFICIAL JONESTOWN MEMORIAL SERVICE

pretcetera — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 18:36:20 +0000

Survivors, Families and Friends of Victims and Community Leaders Take Part
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OAKLAND, CA – On Nov. 18, 1978 the world as we knew it was changed forever. 918 adults and 305 children—including 40 infants—lost their lives along with U.S. Congressman Leo Ryan and a United Press International film crew. The place was Peoples Temple in Jonestown, Guyana—that Paradise of Pain founded and led by James Warren “Jim” Jones, forever rendered infamous by its name “Jonestown.”
2011-11-16

AUTHOR DORIS BIBBS SHARES CHILLING STORY OF HER AND SIBLINGS GROWING UP WITH A SCHIZOPHRENIC MOTHER IN MOVING AUTOBIOGRAPHICAL NOVEL “BREAKING THE GLASS CAGE”

pretcetera — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 16:44:08 +0000

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ATLANTA, GA—Nearly everyone has had an occasion to observe some abnormal behaviors of persons who suffer from a mental disorder known as paranoid schizophrenia. When in their presence, we find ourselves feeling uncomfortable and even frightened. Imagine what it must have been like for eight siblings growing up with a loving and caring mother who frequently exhibited signs of delusions, auditory hallucinations, and other symptoms that her children found confusing and downright scary. Author Doris Bibbs shares those puzzling and terrifying experiences in her brilliantly-written autobiographical novel “Breaking the Glass Cage.”
2011-11-10

G.U.R.L.S. ROCK LEADERSHIP PROGRAM UNITES WITH THE CONFIDENCE COALITION; Announces Host Cities for 2012 Leadership Summits for Girls of Color

pretcetera — Tue, 08 Nov 2011 19:34:41 +0000

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The G.U.R.L.S. Rock Leadership Program, an initiative of The Making a New Reality Foundation, founded by Dr. Raye Mitchell, is pleased to announce that it is a proud new member of the Confidence Coalition – a conscientious movement established to mobilize the many organizations, companies and individuals that promote self-esteem and confidence among girls and women. … “In addition to the summits to be held in Northern California/San Francisco Bay Area,” the new host cities will include Boston, Chicago, Houston, Los Angeles, Minneapolis, New Orleans, New York City, and Washington, D.C.”
2011-11-08

SOCIAL ENTREPRENEUR AND BUSINESSWOMAN DR. RAYE MITCHELL HONORED WITH WOMEN’S INITIATIVE’S 2011 WOMAN ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR AWARD

pretcetera — Thu, 20 Oct 2011 16:16:26 +0000

: Dr. Raye Mitchell

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OAKLAND, CA—Annually, the East Bay Women’s Initiative for Self Employment recognizes San Francisco Bay Area women business owners for their respective professional and civic contributions. During its annual regional awards ceremony on Wednesday, October 19,2011, the non-profit organization named Dr. Raye Mitchell the 2011 Woman Entrepreneur of the Year in Alameda County …
2011-10-20

MoAD TAKES SIX

pretcetera — Thu, 20 Oct 2011 02:14:22 +0000

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The Museum of the African Diaspora Celebrates Six Years of Achievement Sat., Oct. 15, 2011 ~ Palace Hotel, SF
SAN FRANCISCO, CA– In celebration of its sixth anniversary, Museum of the African Diaspora (MoAD) will host a black-tie affair that is expected to be a high profile event where corporations and distinguished individuals from all sectors come together to celebrate MoAD’s extraordinary achievements. The evening promises to be very special with celebrated actor/producer Delroy Lindo as Master of Ceremony, and will include dinner, dancing and lively entertainment.
2011-10-15