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Fundraiser for ReLaunch of The Legendary IBWC by Yo Yo

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Yo Yo is calling all community leaders to come out and support the relaunch of her legendary organization, Intelligent Black Women's Coalition (IBWC). She is hosting a fundraiser this Saturday, Feb. 2nd at the Game Sports Bar Restaurant and Lounge located at 5630 W. Manchester Blvd., Los Angeles, CA from 5PM- 9PM. Here are the words from the legend herself on Facebook: " Yes we are back and with purpose. The STOP Champaign is designed to target your inner city youth ages 11 to 25. stop the abusive behavior and self destruction that is at an all time high in Los Angeles urban communities. No one has taken a look at the self destruction of our youth and it is out of control. The facial piecing and tattooing, the sexual promiscuity among young girls... The list goes on... Yet we are about to begin some awareness first, that we care.. And we see the cries for help and we are here to help.! Provide resources ... It's way to much to type... Those that want to get i

It's Tax Time!!! Get some extra $$$ with referral

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It is that time of year again! That's right,  time to report all those earnings and wages to good ole Uncle Sam. If you are in search of a professional and efficient tax preparer, contact Vina Thomas at JB Tax Consultants at (562) 728-5960 . Appointment slots are filling fast so make yours now. E-Filing starts on January 30th. Tax prep fees are $150 for individuals* Mobile tax prep is available.Please call for Corporation and Self Employment tax preparation. Receive $20 for each referral, so definitely bring a friend or two...or a couple. Happy Filing! *Depending on number of forms filed

HONORING AZAAN KAMAU-WORD: A CELEBRATION OF LITERARY PUBLISHING GENIUS & VENDOR FAIR

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GLOVER LANE PRESS PRESENTS: "WORD: A CELEBRATION OF LITERARY PUBLISHING GENIUS & VENDOR FAIR" On January 19, 2013, leaders in literary, publishing and the media will gather for a powerful celebration of the written word at the estate of Pat Lamis , activist, icon and founder of Womynz Brunch Bunch, a Long Beach based community gathering for women. The event will honor the legacy of publishing mogul, Azaan Kamau, who has successfully launched and supported the careers of some 60 writers. Professionals from every corner of the publishing and literary industry will come together to dialogue on what it takes to be a successful writer, author and publisher. "Almost 20 years ago, I started writing articles, poetry and stories for the greats of my time. I worked with literary geniuses like Stanley Bennett Clay, Stephanie Dakara Wynne, Ifalade TaShia Asanti and many others. It was their encouragement that pushed me to start my own publishing company and li

DJ Tla Storm is Calling all Female DJ's in Los Angeles!!!

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Looking for female DJ's in the Los Angeles  area, who are UN-established  and would like to work on a continuous basis to get her name out on the party cicuit. Must have your own equipment or working towards purchasing a dj set-up, work with all types of races, musical genres, ethnic groups, ages and sexual orientations, and willing to work under an already established DJ. If you fit this profile, please call (323) 596-1822 or email femaledjz@gmail.com with your name and information.

URGENT - YOUR SUPPORT IS NEEDED TO SAVE ONE OF L.A.'S STRONGEST YOUTH CENTERS

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  From Youth Justice Coalition WE ARE ASKING YOU TO TAKE ACTION IMMEDIATELY TO SAVE THE PICO YOUTH AND FAMILY CENTER - ONE OF L.A.'S MOST POWERFUL, CREATIVE AND TRANSFORMATIVE YOUTH CENTERS.  PLEASE READ THE STATEMENT BELOW AND SIGN THE PETITION. > Please sign a petition to help protect the Pico Youth and Family Center, a small grassroots organization that is working to transform the lives of young people of color and providing them with an alternative to the streets in Santa Monica. The organization is being targeted by a small group of officials in Santa Monica City Hall that are opposed to the organization’s model of transformation that includes youth leadership development, community organizing and advocacy. Please send this petition out to your list and help deliver a message to Santa Monica to preserve PYFC. > Click here for the Petition to all of the City Council Members and the City Manager > Go

Peace First recognizes young leaders of change; Nominate/Apply Now!

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Peace First recognizes "young people between the ages of 8-22 for their compassion, courage, and ability to create collaborative change." Check it out:  http://www.peacefirst. org/prize/ Winners receive a $50,000 prize and participate in a two-year fellowship. Here's more info:  http://www.peacefirst. org/prize/fellowship   Nominate or Apply Now!    Be the change you want to see in the world!        

CITY OF LOS ANGELES NEEDS POLLWORKERS FOR THE 2013 MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS

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City Clerk June Lagmay announced today that the Office of the City Clerk - Election Division is in need of approximately 3,000 additional pollworkers to staff polls for the 2013 Municipal Elections on March 5, 2013 and May 21, 2013.  The Election Division expects to place a total of 6,240 pollworkers to work these two elections and will place these pollworkers at polling locations in the jurisdiction of the City of Los Angeles, the Los Angeles Unified School District, and/or the Los Angeles Community College District. Pollworkers play an integral part in meeting voters’ needs by ensuring their neighbors have the opportunity to vote locally in their communities, an essential right and responsibility of American democracy. Pollworkers earn stipends for each election day they work.  Inspectors receive a $100 stipend and are paid an additional $25 for attending a mandatory training class and another $50 for picking up and dropping off polling place supplies and voting equipm

Free Workshop: Create Your 2013 Vision Board

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"Create Your 2013 Vision Board" Workshop! Hosted by: Spectrum Life Design Education Bring a friend and a few magazines. We'll supply paper, art supplies, scissors, glue sticks, light snacks, great people, awesome coaches, jamming music...and fun! Tuition: Free! Tuesday, January 8, 2013 | 7:00pm-9:30pm Beverly Garland | 4222 Vineland Avenue, North Hollywood RSVP on Facebook  http://on.fb.me/100VqV5 Or EventBrite: 2013VisionBoardWorkshop.Eventbrite.com