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Two for One; an Urban Drama
written by Deborah Starling-Pollard
The story tells of two brothers caught in the urban struggle faced by all young African American males across our nation. The lack of options for young Black males, specifically in areas of employment and self enhancement has caused a state of hopelessness and increased gun violence in the neighborhoods in which they live.
This production is a call to action for communities most greatly impacted by what has been labeled a “Black issue’ by mainstream society. Click here for more »
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Soul Line Dancing in the Park Sunday August 10, 2008 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm (Immediately after the jazz concert – Weather permitting) Where: Highland Park – Upper Level At the park entrance near the fountain What: Practice and learn the newest line dances We will do the easiest dances first Free and open to the public
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2008 Reservoir of Jazz Season
Sundays, 5 - 7 p.m. Runs August 3 - 31, 2008
Highland Park - Highland Avenue & Reservoir Drive
This summer you can once again relax on the lawn at Highland Park to the sounds of jazz performed by Pittsburgh’s finest musicians. Residents of the tri-state area look forward to the month of August each year to witness this showcase of the area’s extraordinary talent of jazz at the ever-popular Reservoir of Jazz series. Sponsored by Highland Park Community Club, State Representative Joe Preston, BNY Mellon Jazz, DUQ 90.5 FM, New Pittsburgh Courier and Reynolds on Bryant.
2008 Schedule
August 03 - Jimmy Ponder
August 10 - Don Aliquo
August 17 - Tribute to Stanley & Tommy Turrentine
(concert presented in cooperation with MCG Jazz)
August 24 - Opek
August 31 - David Pellow
For more information, call 412-255-8975.
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Do you want to be a part of Pittsburgh’s History? Pittsburgh Public Theater is looking for volunteers to spread the word about their upcoming production of August Wilson’s, Radio Golf. Set in the Hill District, August Wilson’s final play is the exceptionally timely tale of an African-American candidate about to change the face of politics. Be a part of theatrical history as The Public becomes one of only three theaters in the world to complete August Wilson’s 10-play cycle! All we need you to do is talk about the show and pass out flyers to your church, social groups, and your favorite restaurants and stores. All volunteers will receive two tickets to see Radio Golf as well as a backstage tour of the set and an opportunity to meet the cast. If interested, please contact Becky at 412.316.8200 ext. 704 or rrickard@ppt.org. Opportunities are limited and on a first come, first serve basis.
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Wilkinsburg Borough Council In conjunction with
Jazz Workship, Inc Proudly Presents Jazz in the Park
(Penn Avenue Parklet) Tuesdays 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
July 1 Shawnee Lake - Songstress
July 8 Nelson Harrison - Jazz Quartet
July 15 Philip Russell & Friends - Gospel
July 22 Eugene Ludwig - Jazz Trio
July 29 Al Dowe & Etta Cox - Jazz & Song
August 5 Tony Campbell - Jazz Quartet
August 12 New Show Band - Funk/Soul
August 19 Gerald Haymon - Jazz Quartet
August 26 Jazz Workshop - Big Band
Bring a chair, a friend, your family for an enjoyable night out in the Parklet on Penn Avenue Tuesdays in June, July and August. In case of rain, the program will move to Dunamis Baptist Church (751 Wallace Avenue). Jazz Workshop, Inc. is partly funded by MCAI, RAD The Heinz Endowments, PCA, DCED, The Grable Foundation, PPA and Private Donations
For additional information, 412-731-3080 or 412-244-0480 (Jazz Workshop) 412-244-4900, ext. 101 (Wilkinsburg Borough)Vanessa McCarthy-Johnson Council Member, Second Ward716 Lamar AvenueWilkinsburg, PA 15221412-867-5882
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Review by Sheila B.
The title question could be deemed a parody given the significant number of women who ask the same question, often in discouraging attempts to find a good man. Balanced responses and productive relationship concepts associated with finding Ms. or Mr. Right were addressed at the community forum sponsored by the Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated-Lambda Lambda Zeta Chapter (Z-HOPE) in collaboration with The Coalition for Fathering Families. The forum was held at the Bloomfield/Garfield Activity Center on April 29th and featured a presentation by Clinical Therapist, David Burton, a panel discussion and an open floor dialogue on effectively building relationships. “Relationships are in a state of epidemic. We have to go deeper to answer the question and first look within. A good man or woman is easy to find if we find ourselves first,” says Burton. He suggested that people approach finding a mate similar to the steps in finding a job. Do a thorough self analysis to create a “relationship resume” then put it out on the market to find a good match. Questions were presented to the group on relationship vision, values and commitment. The discussion picked up heat as men and women debated over the importance of appearance and making assumptions. Click here for more »
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The Soul Show, WYEP, 91.3fm
The Soul Show with Stephen Chatman and Mike Canton
Saturday’s from 2 PM—5 PM
The Soul Show is a unique concept that was conceived to provide listeners with a blend of funk, R&B, disco, ballads, jazz and other music from the 60’s through the 80’s. The show also provides its listeners with information on the artists from those periods, and gives updates on their current status. There is also unique humor and weird trivia added to jog the listeners memories on “what was I doing at that time?”, “who was I with?”, etc.
The Soul Show is a fantastic voyage back down memory lane with the funkiest DJs on the radio, Stephen Chatman, and his partner, Michael Canton. If it was played back in the day, they’ll find it and play it again.
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We had a GREAT old school time last night at Blackout this Thursday (April 24th) at the Hard Rock Cafe’…that night however it was transformed into the Hard Rock “Black” Cafe’ as we turned the place out! DJ Nate the Phat Barber on the 1’s and 2’s and Laptop 
was taking us from Salt n’ Pepa’s push it to Michael Jackson’s P.Y.T. (Pretty Young Thing). The Soul Pitt Scramble Board was jumping with lines of folks trying to win a prize and we had 3 winners in the new “Name that Old School Song”. Thanks to all of the sponsors who supported this event. The roof was on fire and we didn’t need any water. Weaves were sweated out, bald fades were glistening and people who hadn’t danced like that in years were on the floor. Thanks for coming out and for those that had a hard time getting up for work the next morning – Hey, at least it was worth it! Click here for the pics
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Smooth Jazz Fridays - First Friday of the Month Event! from 9PM - 2AM
Featuring: The Variety Band & DJ DK
Admission: $10
Complimentary Buffet * Drink specials * Over 30 crowd
Holiday Inn Select
100 Lytton Avenue
412-682-6200
No Jeans Please - For more information call 412-734-8470
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JazzLive - Presented by: Trust Education and Community Engagement Department. JazzLive is a year-round FREE live jazz series taking place at The Cabaret at Theater Square, Backstage Bar, and Katz Plaza*. Open to the public, this popular Pittsburgh Cultural Trust music series showcases some of the region’s finest jazz musicians every Tuesday from 5pm - 11pm in the heart of the Cultural District. Dining and drinks are available at the Backstage Bar.
Click here for the complete line up for 2008
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ONE TO ONE with Kevin Amos, Sundays 6AM-Noon, EST http://www.wrct.org/
“One to One” is a Sunday morning tradition for Pittsburgh radio listeners. The program is aired on the Internet at http://www.wrct.org/ to a worldwide audience Sundays from 6AM-Noon EST. Locally the program airs on frequency 88.3 FM on WRCT, the student-run station at Carnegie-Mellon University. The program has run weekly for the past 10 years. Kevin Amos has been a community volunteer at the station since 1982. The program focuses on music of the African Diaspora with emphasis on the African-American musical experience.
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