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STYLE & STEEL'S EVENT SCOOP

Hello Loves!

I hope that the New Year is treating you all well! Things are definitely eventful on our end. There are a slew of events that we are currently Planning and or Marketing that you should have on your radars. There’s something for all to enjoy! Much love to all who nominated me for The New Pittsburgh Courier’s Fab 40 Award and to fellow awardees. Hope to see you out and about around town or at one of these upcoming events.

With Style,
Wadria Taylor
CEO
Style & Steel Event Planning

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 2012 (10am-12pm)
August Wilson Monologue Competition Informational and Workshop
Where: August Wilson Center
Attendees will be able to submit applications; ask questions and speak with previous participants about their experience. The top three finalists from each city will travel to NYC for the national finals at the August Wilson Theater on Broadway. Point Park University will award the top three Pittsburgh finalists scholarships of $10,000, $7,000, and $5,000. Eligibility: High School Students Grades 9-12.
For an application, email awmc2011@gmail.com.
For more information: http://truecolorstheatre.org/august-wilson-monologue-competitionFor

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2012
Celebrate Black History Month at “A Taste of Africa”
Where: The Union Project | Highland Park 801 N. Negley Ave
Cost: Tickets are $12 in advance and $15 at the door.
Purchase tickets by calling 412-404-2246 or pay at the door.
On Friday, February 24th (6:00p-11:00p)
Cafe Ola Appetit Presents "A Taste of Africa"
Celebrate Black History Month and embark on a global trek throughout Africa by the ways of food, music, and film.
For more information: http://www.facebook.com/events/164973596944908/?ref=ts

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2012
The New Pittsburgh Courier’s Fab 40 Awards Ceremony
Where: The Fairmont Hotel Downtown
The New Pittsburgh Courier Fab 40 Reception honors 40 of Pittsburgh’s top African-American men and women under 40. “These Fab 40 are the embodiment of determination and dedication to succeed in their field of endeavor. They are today’s promise of a brighter tomorrow,” said Rod Doss, editor & publisher of the Courier.
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MONDAY, APRIL 2nd, 2012
August Wilson Monologue Competition
Where: The August Wilson Center
Applications are still being accepted for the 2012 Pittsburgh August Wilson Monologue Competition. Eligibility: High School Students Grades 9-12. Actor BILL NUNN will hold free coaching lessons for students from local high schools who wish to participate in the competition. Participation is FREE, but students must first register.
For an application, email awmc2011@gmail.com.
For more information: www.truecolorstheatre.org

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 4th, 2012
WSBA Entrepreneur Conference
Where: Clarion Hotel in Greentree
Join the Women’s Small Business Association for a day full of education, professional development and networking opporunties for local entrepreneurs! Get interactive! Bring your laptops and mobile devices to gain “Hands On” experience during the presentation. This year’s Keynote Speaker is Dr. Summer Knight, MD, MBA, author of 35 Winning Strategies from Today’s Leading Entrepreneurs. “Hands On” workshops will be facilitated by Donna Baxter of The Soul Pitt Media and Cassandra Brown of Jireh Mobile. For more information or to register: http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=lgoulfcab&oeidk=a07...

THURSDAY, APRIL 19th, 2012
2nd Annual Glam for the Cure
Where: Olive or Twist Martini Lounge Downtown
Get Glam for a great cause as we kick off Style & Steel’s signature fundraiser event for Susan G. Komen’s Race for the Cure. Guests will enjoy Glamtini's; Fashion Shows of both local designers and boutiques; a Silent Auction; Massages; Jewelry Vendors; Entertainment and more. For a limited time, tickets can be purchased online for $15 and will be $20 at the door. A portion of all event proceeds will be donated to the Pittsburgh Affiliate of the Susan G. Komen Center.
For more information, call 412-208-0249 or email events@styleandsteel.net.

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