Mary C. Thompson Workshop & Scholarship Luncheon
Saturday, June 19th – Cleveland Council of Black Nurses presents “The Annual Mary C. Thompson Workshop & Scholarship Luncheon: ‘Mental Health in Minorities: Living Beyond the Diagnosis.” The keynote speaker for the event was Toni Johnson, MD (Department of Psychiatry, MetroHealth Medical Center).
A number of community leaders were in attendance including Councilman Zach Reed.
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COSE Minority Business Resources Reception
COSE is inviting you to a special reception to learn more about your needs as a minority business owner. There will be food, drinks, and the opportunity to network with your colleagues. Meet the professional and friendly staff of COSE and learn more about how a COSE membership can benefit your business. Mark your calendar and join us for a special evening designed around you.
Click here for more information about this special event.
Fundraiser: Denzel to Europe
Young scholar, Denzel Gregory, was recently chosen because of his excellent academics to rep the USA as a student ambassador in six different countries in Europe this summer. Though this is an excellent opportunity, Denzel’s mom (a single mother of three) has to raise more than $7,000 for her son to take part in this chance of a lifetime.
Beech Street PR, Enya PR, The Unit Band and Bangs Salon will hold a fundraising effort for Denzel at 7 p.m. Sunday, March 21 at Allure, 75 Public Square. For just $10 you could help change a young scholars life.
Robin Thicke Concert
Robin Thicke presented a special evening of his soulful and sultry tunes at the House of Blues. His plus hour long set kept the packed crowd’s full attention, even demanding an encore performance at the night’s end.
All pictures are courtesy of the House of Blues – Cleveland.
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Red Carpet Sundays
Eighty81.com held their long running weekly hip-hop night, Red Carpet Sundays, at the View Nightclub. A number of young trendsetters and socialites were in attendance including Memories LLC and Darnell Jackson (Cleveland Cavaliers). Music was provided by DJ Steph Floss.
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“Everybody Hates Cease” Mixtape Release Party
Local artist Black Ceas held his “Everybody Loves Cease” mixtape release party. A number of Glenville & Cleveland Heights HS alum were in attendance including Ted Ginn Jr. (Miami Dolphins) and Donte Whitner (Buffalo Bills), as well as Cleveland Cavaliers, JJ Hickson & Delonte West.
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8th Annual Minority Men’s Health Fair 2010
Feel free to learn more about the upcoming 8th Annual Minority Men’s Health Fair 2010 brought to you by Cleveland Clinic. Click here for more information on how you can attend and help out with this outstanding community event.
Why NuLife? / “Party Your Fat Away”
NuLife Fitness Camp is definitely at the top of the local field when it comes to utilizing the latest in online video and photos to reach their existing and prospective client bases.
Be on the lookout for their upcoming “Party Your Fat Away” at their Superior (Downtown) location. Find more info here.
SOUP Lunch
Wednesday, January 20th, Jay will be speaking at The Key Club at Marriott Downtown Cleveland as a part of the Society of Urban Professionals (SOUP) January luncheon.
He’ll be talking about some of Canvas’ upcoming partnerships and programs. He’ll also be sharing a number of free and low-cost resources that entrepreneurs and urban professionals can utilize to improve their overall brand awareness and lead generation.
Other speakers have included Basheer Jones (Radio-One), Stanley Miller (President, NAACP), Tom Waltermire (CEO, Team NEO), Dan B Hurwitz (CEO, DDR), and City Commissioner Peter Lawson Jones among others.
Find out more at The SOUP Network.
The Best Thanksgiving Parties in Cleveland (2009)
Here are our recommendations for the top nightlife events this upcoming Thanksgiving weekend in Cleveland. Each event entry includes standard information about the venue, location, and event promoter.
NOTE: All events start around 9-10pm, but local Clevelanders are renowned for not showing up to a party until a little after midnight so keep that in mind. Have fun, be safe!
Local Promoters: Contact us at info (at) canvascleveland (dot) com to add you event today.
Karen E Mumford Foundation Awards Dinner
The Karen E. Mumford Cancer Foundation held it’s inaugural awards dinner honoring the humanitarian efforts of NFL Buffalo Bills’ Donte Whitner, and Jose C. Feliciano, Partner at Baker and Hostetler LLP, for their achievements in giving back to the Greater Cleveland Community in the area of healthcare.
Award recipients received the Stephanie Tubbs Jones Humanitarian Award. The event was held at The Flying Fig.
A number of local community leaders were in attendance including Judge A. Deane Buchanan (Cleveland Heights Municipal Court), Dr. Edgar Jackson (University Hospitals), and Ohio State Senator Shirley A. Smith.
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Jay-Z / Blueprint 3 Concert
Jay-Z & Roc Nation recently held “The Blueprint 3″ concert tour at CSU Wolstein Center. A number of acts performed including newest Roc Nation signee J.Cole, Memphis Bleek, Wale, and N.E.R.D.
A number of local socialites, celebrities, and entrepreneurs were in attendance including LeBron James, Shaq, LRMR, Young Chris (State Property), Troy Smith (Baltimore Ravens), Johnny Dukes (Hush Money), Blessed Label Clothing, Demetria Francis (Headlines), DJ EV, Robin Prettyman, Frenchye Bush, Eighty81, Crew Camp, Greg Beckham (Beckham’s B&M), and Darnell Jackson (Cleveland Cavaliers).
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STJ Foundation Inaugural Celebration
The inaugural celebration of the Stephanie Tubbs Jones Foundation was recently held in Washington D.C. as part of the 39th Annual Legislative Conference of the Congressional Black Caucas at Oya Lounge.
A number of local politicians and entrepreneurs were on hand including Marc Barnes (Dream/Park), Representative Kendrick Meek (D-FL17), and Andre Showell (BET Networks).
The STJ Foundation thanks Cleveland Clinic, BET Networks, and University Hospitals for their support.
PICTURES: Click here to view the slideshowCongresswoman Marcia L. Fudge
7th Annual Minority Men’s Health Fair
On September 24th, Cleveland Clinic held it’s 7th Annual Minority Men’s Health Fair. A number of key community organizations, celebrities, and physicians were on hand to aid in raising awareness about the health disparities that exist within disenfranchised communities throughout Northeast Ohio.
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Flash Fridays @ XO Prime Steaks
Friday, August 28, FLASH (Fashion Leaders Achieving Social Harmony) along with XO Prime Steaks held their monthly happy hour event for fashion industry professionals and fashion enthusiasts to promote the local fashion industry and encourage social interaction amongst industry professionals.
Pictured above from left to right: Samantha Oblander, Fabiola Galarraga, Zdenko Zovkic (XO), & Frenchye Bush (Cleveland Magazine)
FLASH Fridays offers fashion retailers, stylists, models, students, journalists, photographers, make-up and hair stylists, and fellow fashion addicts an opportunity to mix and mingle with Cleveland’s fellow fashion pro’s while enjoying a complimentary FLASH martini and appetizers. Networking exercises and contests are also held. This event is free of charge.
PICTURES: Click here to view our picture slideshow of this event.
Witness The Turnaround
Sunday, August 16th, Basheer Jones & Secret Society Entertainment presents “Witness The Turnaround” at 1668 Payne Avenue (40th & Payne). The event starts at 7pm.
This event will be held in a three story loft and feature the following:
1. Spoken Word Poetry, Live Band So Electric on the first floor
2. Hip-Hop, R&B, and Neo-Soul Session by DJ Q-Nice
3. Power Networking & Complimentary food
McDonald’s Regional Career Fair & Stepshow
Saturday, July 11th, Cleveland365.com & McDonalds held a Regional Career Fair and Stepshow at the Greater Cleveland Convention Center. Pictured from left to right here are Charita Gadson Young, Kara D. Beverly, Commissioner Peter Lawson Jones, Viveca Malone, and Dr. Bonita Coe.
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Special Event Magic
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