Access205- #1 Entertainment Guide in Birmingham: Orchestra Noir Returns to the Magic City

The Magic City welcomes Orchestra Noir, The Atlanta African-American Orchestra!  This exciting performance is scheduled for Friday, February 17th, 2023 at the Alabama Theater, located at 1817 3rd Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35203.

Orchestra Noir has high-energy reviews with audiences saying, “You will not be disappointed in the musical experience of this all-black symphony!”  With previous performances throughout the southeast, the magical sounds being played are infused with all genres of blues, classical, hip-hop, and jazz; definitely a treat for the city of Birmingham.  Directed by the conductor, composer, and arranger, Jason Ikeem Rodgers the Orchestra Noir performance has received numerous awards such as Best of Atlanta:  Classical Meets Contemporary.  Attendees are encouraged to have a good time; dance, relax, and sing to the melodic tunes.
Tickets to attend this must-see event can be purchased on Ticketmaster with prices ranging from $29 – $89 (and up.)  Don’t miss out on attending, click on the link here to purchase online.

Orchestra Noir was founded in 2016 by Maestro Jason Ikeem Rodgers. Through orchestral performance, Orchestra Noir celebrates the cultural achievements of African-American music pioneers across all genres of music including classical, jazz, blues, hip-hop, and R&B. Orchestra Noir has witnessed a meteoric rise to be one of the most talked about orchestras in the nation, as it continues to successfully bring orchestral music to a diverse audience in grand and spectacular fashion.

Awarded ‘Best of Atlanta: Classical Meets Contemporary’ by Atlanta Magazine, Orchestra Noir has worked on projects with global brands such as Time Warner, NBC Universal, Atlantic Records, Lionsgate, YouTube Music, BET, OWN Network, the Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon and countless more. In addition, Orchestra Noir has worked with international hip-hop stars 2Chainz, Migos, and 9x Grammy Award-winning super-producer Bryan-Michael Cox. Orchestra Noir has been covered in prominent media publications such as The Atlanta-Journal Constitution, Atlanta Magazine, Good Day Atlanta, CBS Radio, The Atlanta Modern-Luxury, Birmingham Times, and many more.

Hosea Helps Historic Pivot For 2021 Holiday Events

Hosea Helps, Inc., in its 50th year of service, kicks off its 2021 Holiday Festival of Services with the Great Turkey Drop-off, followed by the Annual Thanksgiving Event. This year’s holiday events will be another historic first for the organization battling against the covid-19 pandemic. They will hold the annual Thanksgiving and Christmas food distributions one week before the holiday to better provide for families in need. This pivot allows them to distribute all of the fixings for a delicious holiday meal in time for families to prepare and serve on the actual holiday. The Thanksgiving drive-thru food distribution will take place on November 19, 2021, from 11:00 am – 4:00 pm in the Blue Lot across from the Georgia World Congress Center’s C building off Northside Drive, entering on Maple Street. By doing the holiday food distribution a week in advance, they’re empowering families by giving them time to prepare and enjoy a scrumptious home-cooked meal on Thanksgiving Day – No more frozen turkeys on the holiday!

This historic holiday event will be a two-fold holiday giving extravaganza. This is the first time in history that Hosea Helps will be receiving in-kind donations and distributing food boxes and supplies simultaneously. This year, Hosea Helps is working with a world-renowned service organization, which they will announce early next week, to kick off the 2021 Holiday Food Drive. This extraordinary group of volunteers will lead the charge in donating poultry, canned goods, pantry items, and household supplies. In addition, volunteers will be working both sides of the giving spectrum by accepting food drive donations from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm and helping to distribute food boxes and supplies to families on the other side. Hosea Helps has never had so many volunteers that they could receive and distribute donations at the same time.

The Great Turkey Drop-off will take place on November 11, 2021, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. Hosea’s corporate donors, Publix Supermarkets and Kroger, along with donations from the philanthropic community, including Simon Guobadia, will deliver turkeys to the new Hosea Headquarters located at 2545 Forrest Hills Drive, SW Atlanta, GA 30315 for distribution during this seasons Festival of Services that include Thanksgiving, Christmas, MLK Day.

“We are so excited and grateful that these volunteers committed to partnering with us to help meet the rising demand for food and supplies for families in need during the holidays. The after-effects of Covid and the shortages in the supply chain have caused a decrease in the availability of turkeys this year, ultimately driving the costs up too high for us to buy in large quantities. That’s why this year’s Great Turkey Drop-off  by our corporate sponsors and the donation drive by our volunteers is so important. We hope that these donations will help us fill the gap between our supply and the community need.”, says Elizabeth Omilami, CEO of Hosea Helps.

Participating families must register for the 11/19/21 Thanksgiving food distribution on the Hosea Helps website at www.4hosea.org to receive groceries and supplies prior to the event. For more information on Hosea Helps and its programs, visit the website or follow on social media @4Hosea. 

 

Hosea Helps Hosts The 2021 Great Turkey Drop Off on Thursday, Nov 11, 2021

 

WHO: Hosea Helps, Inc., in its 50th year of service, kicks off its 2021 Holiday Festival of Services with the Great Turkey Drop-off, followed by the Annual Thanksgiving Event. The Thanksgiving drive-thru food distribution will take place on November 19, 2021, from 11:00 am – 4:00 pm in the Blue Lot across from the Georgia World Congress Center’s C building off Northside Drive, entering on Maple Street. 

WHAT: Hosea’s corporate donors, Publix Supermarkets and Kroger, along with donations from the philanthropic community, including Simon Guobadia, will deliver turkeys to the new Hosea Headquarters located at 2545 Forrest Hills Drive, SW Atlanta, GA 30315 for distribution during this seasons Festival of Services that include Thanksgiving, Christmas, MLK Day.

 

WHEN:The Great Turkey Drop-off will take place on November 11, 2021, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. 

 

WHERE: 2545 Forrest Hills Drive, SW Atlanta, GA 30315 at 10am on the dock of Hosea Helps Headquarters

Atlanta To Host It’s First Prom for Entrepreneurs: The R.J. Pierce Law Group presents The First Trademark Soirée

On Aug. 30, 2019, Attorney Rosezena J. Pierce, and her company R.J. Pierce Law Group, P.C. will be hosting the First Trademark Soiree. The Objective for the Trademark Soirée is to allow attendees a chance to celebrate their victories as Entrepreneurs in business in a formal setting. This event will be an Entrepreneur’s Prom for small business owners with a Classic Red Carpet, Black Tie Affair, Cocktail Reception, fine dining and a fireside chat with established CEOs. Doors open at 6:30 pm and the Soirée begins at 7 pm.

CEO, Monique Rodriquez, and COO, Melvin Rodriquez of Mielle Organics will be our special Keynote Speakers. They have built a multi-million dollar brand and have a story to share with every entrepreneur of humble beginnings and how they are still prospering through the Grace of God.

R.J. Pierce Law Group, P.C. has hit 500 (Now over 600) trademarks and is celebrating with other Bizpreneurs. We will also crown a Trademark King & Queen in our award ceremony and dance the night away. Grab your tickets now because this one of a kind Black Tie Affair will sell out.

Link in bio to grab your tickets HERE.

For Sponsorship Opportunities and Media request please contact Publicist, Milan Mobley at info@umanagementpr.com

BRONNER BROS. BEAUTY SHOW RETURNS TO ATLANTA WITH FOCUS ON CONNECTION, COMMUNITY & CREATIVITY

Following its record-breaking attendance in New Orleans, the BRONNER BROS.® BEAUTY SHOW (BB Show) returns to the Georgia World Congress Center on August 17-19, 2019 in Atlanta, GA. The nation’s largest trade event for multicultural beauty professionals, the Show features over 100 classes, 300 exhibitors and three days of shopping, fun, and entertainment.

Now in its 73rd year, the Show’s theme is “Connect. Create. Grow.” to promote a sense of connection and community among diverse beauty professionals. More than 30,000 salon and barber professionals, students, influencers and beauty enthusiasts are expected. “Bronner Bros. is proud to be the only family-owned brand with an event platform that keeps multicultural pros at the forefront of the industry,” said James Bronner, Bronner Bros. SVP and Show Director. “Our return to Atlanta marks another chapter in keeping stylist connected and empowered while also nurturing the next generation of talent.”

Competitions are a major attraction throughout the three-day event. For the first time, the BB Show will present “Hair Battle: Salon vs. Salon.” Six professional salon teams will battle for a $10,000 cash prize on Sunday, August 18th at 9:00 p.m. Groups will be led by Que Barnes (Riverdale, GA), Tammie Bethelmy (Pinson, AL), Terrance Davidson (Atlanta, GA), Latonya Darnell (Hearne, TX), Ashley Payne (Winston-Salem, NC), and Dr. Karen Stacks (Orangeburg, SC). “The Salon vs. Salon competition will be the ultimate display of what happens when stylists join forces to achieve a common goal,” Bronner added. “From transformative cuts and color to reimaging the art of showmanship – each group will rep for their hometown and bring a special flavor to the stage. We’re excited to see the power of collaboration at work!”

Other competitions include the Andis Total Look Barbering, Andis Student Barbering, Champion of Weave sponsored by GlamourTRESS, Creative Student Rising Star sponsored by Atlanta Barber & Beauty Supply (ABBS), and the legendary Fantasy Hair event. In addition to classes and competitions, show highlights include: • The “Cut Party” – Sponsored by Kirkpro, one of the most electric, innovative displays of hair artistry returns on Saturday at 8:00 p.m. Arrive early for door prizes and giveaways.

• Daily Expert Panels – Six (6) panel discussions on topics ranging from hair loss and maintaining your health behind-the-chair to financial wellness and entrepreneurship.

Times vary. • Beauty Job Fair – Beauty Cast Network provides access to top beauty industry employers and resources. licensed professionals, students, and educators should bring updated resumes and arrive interview-ready. Saturday and Sunday on main show floor. • Cash & Carry Shopping – Product demos and experiential sessions featuring the newest products, salon services, styling tools, and equipment. Wholesale deals and discounts available each day. • “Beauty Over Brunch” – Celebrate women in business with special guest celebrities in attendance. Expect candid talks with black beauty’s most influential voices and deal-makers. Registration required. • Sunday Service – Bishop Dale C. Bronner will share uplifting words of encouragement to kickstart day two of the show. Special musical guest is Kelsie Broughton.

Open to all on Sunday at 8:30 a.m. The Bronner Bros. Beauty Show began in the basement of Atlanta’s Butler Street YMCA with a focus on hair care for black women. It has since grown to become the only cosmetology trade event dedicated to all things multicultural beauty.

According to Nielsen, African-Americans spend nine times more on beauty and grooming products than the general market. Black women, in particular, spend an estimated $7.5 billion annually on beauty products. “It’s easy to get lost in the glamour of the beauty industry. But we’re committed to keeping our community connected,” commented Erika Respress, Bronner Bros. Show Manager. “We never want to lose sight of Mr. Bronner’s founding principles and will do our best to keep the Show educational, inspiring, and true to the culture.”

Talia Oliver Announces Special Event In NOLA During Essence Festival Weekend

Atlanta entrepreneur Talia Oliver will be bringing big names to New Orleans during the Essence Festival weekend, for a party with a purpose about emotional intelligence and mental health issues. The headlining event, titled “The Essence of Emotional Intelligence: Demonstrating How To Foster Healthy Friendships, Romantic Relationships and Business Partnerships”, will be held on Friday, July 5th at the historic Carver Theater in New Orleans. Two amazing ladies — Randi Rossario Maples and Tamisha Monet — will be joining Talia in a panel discussion about the importance of having emotional intelligence, while building various relationships in this digital age we are living in.

Randi Rossario is a media mogul, author, life and empowerment coach, and the owner of Oh So Radio, an internet/app based radio station based in Metro-Detroit. She uses her platform to help others on a daily basis, delivering encouragement and wisdom through her morning videos. Randi currently has a combined social media following of over 250 thousand people, with a weekly reach of over 5 million accounts per week.

Tamisha Monet is a certified life coach, having received her certification from the reputable Tony Gaskins Life Coaching Academy. She has a plethora of spiritual gifts that she accesses regularly through her work as a certified Astrologer and Master Reiki Practitioner.

Other guest speakers will include Atlanta entrepreneur Christopher Williams, who recently became the youngest black franchise owner will be telling his story about how he raised over $250,000 and went from homeless to franchise owner in just a year. Atlanta entrepreneur Taylor Deathridge, owner of the only one-stop-shop beauty loft in ATL will be interviewed live about having it all; the dream career, the fairytale love story while balancing a huge life-changing struggle.

Talia will be partnering with A Bella La Femme Society to give away three scholarships to three very lucky attendees. A Bella LaFemme Society is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana that provides collegiate minority women with scholarships to promote mental wellness. The mental wellness scholarships may be utilized at the desire of the recipients. ABLS is also committed to serving the community across the state of Louisiana by providing free self-defense and gun safety courses, Heels & Steels ®. The courses are structured to empower, alleviate hardships, and to build resourceful sisterhoods in their communities.

Not only will this event be filled with food for thought, but a lot of delicious food will also be prepared and served by Chef Sell (@SellsCajunCooking on Instagram). His mouthwatering Cajun chicken and seafood alfredo have been nominated for Best Pasta in Atlanta by Terrapin Brewery.

 

Please join us Fri. Jul. 5th, 2019 at 3 P.M. at the Carver Theater (2101 Orleans Avenue, New Orleans, LA) for an afternoon of good discussion, good company, and a great time.

About Talia Oliver 

Having served as one of the original writers at The Shade Room and a contributor for The Singers Room, Talia went on to create the burgeoning media platform “The Closet Ratchet” which has become the voice of the intellectual and spiritual yet “closeted” ratchet people who utilize social media. In addition, Talia is a published author, a small business owner and an inspirational speaker to young mothers and entrepreneurs. For more information, contact Talia Oliver at (470)292-1811 or taliaoliver716@gmail.com

Atlanta Radio Personality and NFL Widow Jae Nash Releases “Girl Power: Uncensored

V103.3 radio personality Jae Nash is releasing a collection of women’s stories into a book titled “Girl Power: Uncensored.” 
The compilation shares the struggles of real women, who have faced very real obstacles. Unfortunately, while most of their stories are not uncommon, they are also some of the hardest things to discuss; which is “Girl Power: Uncensored” serves as a testament that most women can relate to.
“Over a year ago, I envisioned taking Girl Power Hour, the radio platform that I built to tell women’s stories and turn them into a book. I knew God wanted me to heal through some pretty jacked up things that I experienced in my life. Excuse the lack of a better word, but this book is Uncensored, right? Girl Power Uncensored is not for the weak or judgmental. It’s merely a compilation of stories told by women FOR women in hopes that you can relate and be inspired to live your truth.” – Jae Nash
In the book, Jae Nash shares the story of how she met and lost her NFL husband Damien Nash, former running back for the Denver Broncos before he passed away in 2006.
About Jae Nash

A radio personality for Atlanta’s V-103, “The People’s Station,” Jae Nash has over a decade of experience in media and entertainment. She’s not just a radio personality, but also a television host, actress, reality star,  entrepreneur, and marketing professional.

Known as a media maven, Jae is the creator and host of Girl Power Hour Radio; syndicated on iHeart Radio, WMRO- Nashville, and ClearOne Radio. She was the host of Sunday Conversations for WJZA 101.1 FM Atlanta’s Smooth Jazz station.

Behind the scenes, Jae worked as the Promotions Director for WJZA 101.1 FM and the Community Relations Director at The Atlanta Voice Newspaper.

Recently, she created the Girl Power Outreach program which aims to touch and inspire young girls around the world. As a girl advocate, Jae wants to extend her network and influence to make a difference in the lives of girls in disadvantaged communities, underdeveloped and developing countries.

Atlanta Beauty Shop Taylord Styles Beauty Loft Spreads Christmas Cheer

On Nov. 23, 2018, Taylord Styles Beauty Loft  (TSBL) the only one-stop-shop beauty salon in Atlanta, took the saying “The most wonderful time of the year” and made plans to make it just that; as they begin to spread Christmas cheer with their community initiative “A Taylord Christmas”. 

A Taylord Christmas was created to help make Christmas brighter for the less fortunate women and children of the Atlanta community.

Owner Taylor Deathridge invites TSBL customers, local businesses and small business owners to participate in spreading the Christmas spirit by donating: Canned Goods, Toiletries, Coats, Gloves, Hats, Water bottles and Toys to the salon until Dec. 20, 2018. Donors can donate any time Tues. through Fri. 9 A.M. to 7 P.M. or Sat. 8 A.M. to 6 P.M.

All donated items will be wrapped with love in beautiful Christmas paper and taken to a local Women’s Shelter, My Sisters House a few days before Christmas.

To partner with TSBL on “A Taylord Christmas” or for media interviews please contact Publicist, Milan Mobley at info@umanagmentpr.com

About Taylord Styles Beauty Loft

Taylor Deathridge is the creator and founder of Taylord Styles Beauty Loft and Taylord Styles brands. Taylord Styles Beauty Loft strives to be your one stop beauty shop! Taylord Styles is just that, “Quality styles tailored to your hair and glamour needs.” The goal is ALL things beauty! For More Information on Taylord Styles, Please visit: https://taylordstyles.com/

ESSENCE.COM EXCLUSIVE: KANDI BURRUSS DENIES PREGNANCY RUMORS

Real Housewives of Atlanta star Kandi Burruss is busy! After recently wrapping up filming scenes for the reality show–along with opening two new restaurant locations, developing a cosmetics line and more–the 42-year old songwriter and mother of two are trying to have another baby with husband Todd Tucker. But as she admits to ESSENCE, the road hasn’t been easy.

“We’re definitely trying to figure out ways to grow our family,” she revealed. “I know a lot of people thought that meant that I was pregnant. But I’m not pregnant. Let’s be clear. I saw that floating around the internet…”

“Unfortunately, it’s not happening…” she said of conceiving a baby. Burruss also shared that fans will see her struggle with fertility on the upcoming season of Real Housewives“So obviously we’re just going to be talking about what that means for our family…”

For more on this ESSENCE.com exclusive, see below:

https://www.essence.com/celebrity/kandi-burruss-denies-pregnancy-rumors

Insecure Star Yvonne Orji’s Official Colgate Total “Totally Ready” Commercial

Colgate Total® has joined forces with popular actress and comedian, Yvonne Orji, to help consumers get and stay Totally Ready just in time for Valentine’s Day. This new “Totally Ready ®” campaign informs consumers that with their whole mouth health—healthy gums, teeth, cheeks, and tongue—they are “Totally Ready ®” for whatever life brings them. The multitalented comedic actress was one of the most talked about breakout stars in 2017.

“I am so excited about this partnership with Colgate Total,” shared Yvonne. “A healthy smile has always been important to me. My healthy smile makes me feel good and, when I feel good, I feel totally ready for whatever comes my way. Last year was a really good year for me. I want to take that and make it bigger and better for 2018. So, not only do I need to be totally ready, I know that I must stay ready.”

With the upcoming taping of the highly anticipated third season of the hit cable show in which she co-stars, writing and executive producing her own sitcom, and her role in an upcoming comedy film set to be released in the fall, Orji knows she must be Totally Ready ® in 2018.

As part of this new campaign, Orji will be sharing her “Totally Ready ®” moments on Instagram and will be featured in an upcoming “Totally Ready ®” video that will be featured on Essence.com, one of the leading online destinations for African-American women.

To catch some of Yvonne Orji’s Totally Ready moments, follow @Colgate and @YvonneOrji on Instagram, using #ColgateSmile.

About Colgate Total® Toothpaste

Colgate Total® toothpaste has a formula clinically proven to actively fight germs for 12 hours. It is the only FDA-approved1 and American Dental Association-accepted toothpaste2 to help prevent gingivitis. Colgate Total® toothpaste is also the number one toothpaste recommended most by dentists and hygienists. For more information about Colgate Total® toothpaste, visit www.ColgateTotal.com.

About Colgate-Palmolive

Colgate-Palmolive is a leading global consumer products company, tightly focused on Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care and Pet Nutrition. Colgate sells its products in over 200 countries and territories around the world under such internationally recognized brand names as Colgate, Palmolive, Speed Stick, Lady Speed Stick, Softsoap, Irish Spring, Protex, Sorriso, Kolynos, Elmex, Tom’s of Maine, Sanex, Ajax, Axion, Fabuloso, Soupline and Suavitel, as well as Hill’s Science Diet, Hill’s Prescription Diet and Hill’s Ideal Balance. For more information about Colgate’s global business, visit the Company’s website at http://www.colgatepalmolive.com. To learn more about Colgate Bright Smiles, Bright Futures® oral health education program, please visit http://www.colgatebsbf.com.

About Yvonne Orji

Yvonne Orji is a Nigerian-American actress and comedienne who stars in HBO’s critically acclaimed comedy series Insecure. The show follows the friendship of two modern-day black women and all their uncomfortable experiences and racy tribulations. Yvonne is also a distinguished stand-up comedian. Most recently, she opened for Chris Rock in Atlanta and New York. Yvonne is also known for her inspiring TED Talk, “The Wait is Sexy,” in which she discusses her virginity and decision to wait until marriage. This fall, she will be making her feature film debut in Universal’s Night School alongside Kevin Hart and Tiffany Haddish.

She is also developing a half-hour sitcom based on her life entitled First Gen, that Oprah Winfrey and David Oyelowo are executive producing. The show is a comedy about a Nigerian girl who trades medical school for a career in stand-up comedy and the adventures that ensue after her strict African mother discovers her plans.

“BLESSED LIFE” BY ACTRESS KIM FIELDS IS THE PERFECT STOCKING STUFFER

From “Facts of Life” to “Living Single” to “Dancing with the Stars” to wife and mom, here’s the “Blessed Life” of veteran actress, TV personality, and star, Kim Fields“Blessed Life” is Kim Fields‘ first book and a great gift for any avid reader. Her memoir will inspire, teach, provoke, and make you laugh!

Kim Fields has lived most of her life with people thinking they know her, which is understandable. From her first job on a Mrs. Butterworth syrup commercial at age 7, she has spent 40 years in the public eye. There were 9 years as Dorothy “Tootie” Ramsey on the classic sitcom The Facts of Life, 5 more in her 20s starring as Regine Hunter on the seminal coming-of-age show Living Single, and most recently appearing as herself on Real Housewives of Atlanta and Dancing with the Stars.

“Blessed Life” is a chronicle of living, learning, and ah-ha moments of self-discovery told with humor, transparency, and refreshing honesty by an inspiring woman. The book takes a look into Kim‘s personal life and professional career, from a child in Harlem to a star in Hollywood. She shares more on the most important parts of her life, her faith and her family.