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Soul Sessions w/ Eric Roberson

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Word of Mouth Promotions and Cleveland365.com present “McCafe’s Soul Sessions” hosted by singer Eric Roberson. Music was provided by DJ Kratedigga.

A number of local entertainers and socialites were in attendance including the The Funny Sound, Michelle Watts (TV20), Bravo, and designer Jevon Terrance.

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Opening of Allure Nightclub

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The Gentlemans Social Club premiered the opening of Allure (formerly The Underground). A number of local entrepreneurs, celebs, and socialites were in attendance including Darnell Jackson of the Cleveland Cavaliers, Steve Sanders, and AllStarz Barbershop.

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Lux @ Lust (Hosted by Delonte West)

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Word of Mouth Promotions and Cleveland365.com held their annual nightlife event hosted by Cleveland Cavaliers guard, Delonte West. Music was provided by DJ K-Nyce.

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Winter Icebreaker & Bowling Party

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RICH CLASS presented their all ages bowling party and winter icebreaker at Freeway Lanes in Wickliffe, Ohio. The event was hosted by Loren with music by DJ YOMI YOM & DJ CHUCK.

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NABSP Leadership Forum: LRMR Marketing

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Monday, February 1st, The Cleveland Chapter of the National Association of Black Sports Professionals presented their February professional development leadership forum in association with Fox Sports Ohio.

The event featured guest speakers, Maverick Carter & Randy Mims of LRMR Marketing. It was held at Bridges Restaurant in Quicken Loans Arena.

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“Party Your Fat Away”

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Miesha Wilson and NuLife Fitness along with a number of other local partners held a fitness party, “Party Your Fat Away,” at the NuLife Superior location. A number of free and exciting activities including pole dancing lessons, zumba, line dancing, and massages were provided for all who attended.

Music was provided by DJ Steph Floss.

A number of local companies and individuals were in attendance including Palmeros Luxe Studio, Be Studios, Chef Eric Wells, Camile Janei Spa, Girlfriendz Got You Faded, Bangs Salon and others.

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Homegrown Xplosion 3: Legends of Industry

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Friday, January 29th, Urgency Records and Baruch Design present “Homegrown Xplosion 3: Legends of Industry” featuring performances by Tina Farmer, The Mack Singers, Lucretia Bolden, Eva Marie Sims, Carolyn Kirkwood & Roshalle Woods, Reverend Oliver Morris, Michelle Moore James and the Weeden Family Singers.

Michael Dotson was the special guest host.

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Arnold Hines Birthday Party

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Sponsored by Ultimat Vodka, local event planner Arnold Hines held his 41st birthday party at The House of Blues’ Foundation Room. Music was provided by DJ Mick Boogie.

A number of celebs, socialites, entrepreneurs, and executives were in attendance including Shaq, LeBron James, Samanta Brinson, Blessed Label Clothing, Councilman Zach Reed, Eighty81.com, Frenchie Bush, Samantha Oblander, Alton Tinker, Donna Dabbs, and others.


The JettSet presents American Gangsters

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Sunday, January 24th, The JettSet, (Sunni Dallas, Shonte Sanders & Lucretta Watson), presented their American Gangsters party. A number of local trendsetters, socialites were in attendance.

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Noire After Dark

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Sunday, January 17th, Word of Mouth Promotions held its annual black attire event, “Noire After Dark,” sponsored by Hennessy Black. A number of local professionals, socialites, and entrepreneurs were in attendance at this elegant affair held at Sushi Rock Beachwood.

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Our Favorite Pictures

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We really enjoy photography and great photos. Here’s a few of our favorite pics of some of Cleveland’s young and upcoming artists/talent. All pics taken by our publisher, Jay Bobo.

Also, here’s a few links of our favorite local photographers…Herb Bias, Donnie Pagel, Dawn, and Jose.

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CCYD General Body Meeting

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On December 9th, the general body of Cuyahoga County Young Democrats (CCYD) held a meeting at LaBoca Restaurant. Councilman Matt Zone addressed the CCYD members and discussed forward thinking leadership connecting to forward thinking young professionals.

A number of local leaders were in attendance including Councilmen Terrell Pruitt, Eugene Miller, Matt Zone, and others.

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LeBron James 25th B-Day Celebration

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Wednesday, December 30th, LeBron James celebrated his 25th birthday with friends and family at Barroom in Cleveland. A number of local and out of town celebs were in attendance including Akon, Terrell Owens, Drake, Fabolous, Adrienne Bailon, Shaq, Josh Cribbs, Donte Whitner, Larry Johnson, the Cleveland Cavaliers, and others.

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Leopard, Lipstick & Leather

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Sunday, December 20th, The JettSet, (Sunni Dallas, Shonte Sanders, Joni Marie & Lucretta Watson), presented their Leopard, Lipstick, & Leather event at Bodega on Coventry.

A number of local trendsetters, socialites were in attendance including Gabe Crenshaw, Ivory & Jimmi (I.Stylez), Charity Burton, Donnie & Cam (Legendary Iconz), Hush Money Management, and others.

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Battle of the Frats: Alpha’s Vs. Que’s

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Saturday, December 12th, The Basheer Jones Foundation presented their first annual “Battle of the Frats: Alphas Vs. Que’s.” All proceeds of the event benefit scholarships for Northeast Ohio students.

Sponsors for the event included KeyBank, McDonalds, American Redcross, Army, and Red Bull.


Style Lounge Fall Collection Fashion Show

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Friday, December 11th, Style Lounge along with Sugar Footwear held their “Fall-Winter 2009 Collection” fashion show. The event was hosted by Bijou Star with sounds provided by DJ Angelo.

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Toys for Tots w/ Zach Reed

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Councilman Zach Reed along with Terry Travis (Cleveland365) and Thione Niang (GiveOne) held their annual Toys for Tots party with the United States Marine Corps at The Blind Pig in Downtown Cleveland. Music was provided by DJ Q-Nice.

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Friday Night Flights

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Friday, December 4th, Eighty81 held their Friday Night Flights event at Dream Nightclub. Music was provided by DJ Steph Floss & Arkitect.

A number of local celebrities were in attendance including rapper, Chip Tha Ripper as well as JJ Hickson and Darnell Jackson of the Cavaliers.

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Post-Thanksgiving Party @ Lust

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Saturday, November 28th, Cleveland365 & Word of Mouth held their weekly Lux at Lust Nightclub party. A number of celebs, socialites, and entrepreneurs were in attendance including Sheree (Real Housewives of Atlanta), Delonte West (Cavaliers), Demetria Francis (Headlines by De’Franco), Eighty81, Terreia Whitsett, and others.

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79th & St. Clair March for Peace

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Activist and speaker, Basheer Jones along with a number of local organizations, activists, students, and community leaders held a peace march within the 79th & St. Clair neighborhood. Alpha Phi Alpha Inc, Sigma Gamma Rho, B.R.I.C.K., Councilmen TJ Dow, DJ Q-Nice, and a number of others were all in attendance.

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Taya Prior-Pullins B-Day Party [FIXED]

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Saturday, November 21st, Taya Prior-Pullins‘ celebrated her birthday with fiance, Arnold Hines, and friends at Lust Ultralounge. A number of local celebrities and socialites were in attendance including Shaq, JJ Hickson (Cavaliers), Danielle & Patrice (TuffLuv), Attorney Jason Ralls, Councilman Zach Reed, and others.

Music was provided by DJ K-Nyce & Step One.

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Tianna Rhymes’ 16th B-Day Party [UPDATED]

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Saturday, November 21st, Demetria Francis celebrated the 16th birthday of her daughter, Tianna Rhymes, at a special loft party held at the 40th & Payne Lofts.

Bijou Star (Z107.9) and Headlines by De’Franco staff were in attendance.

Music was provided by DJ Majette.

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Opening of Dream Nightclub

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Eighty81.com presented an amazing launch of their Friday Night Flights nightlife event series as well as a celebration of the opening of Dream Nightclub (formerly the Metropolis). Music was provided by DJ Steph Floss & Arkitect.

A number of local athletes and socialites were in attendance including members of the Cleveland Browns and Cavaliers.

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Red Carpet Sundays

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Sunday, November 8th, Eighty81.com held their long running Red Carpet Sundays nightlife series at The View Nightclub. A number of local athletes, celebrities, and socialites were on hand including Blessed Label Clothing, Darnell Jackson, Delonte West, Mo & Keisha Williams, Edith & Dre Williams, and others.

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