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Pixel Outflow Studios and Kimberly West Styling host Photo Walk 2019: Photography, Fashion, and Creative Art
Pixel Outflow Studios is an international multi-media company based in Birmingham, Alabama. The owner, Stanley Parrish is a multidisciplinary editorial and portrait photographer, graphic designer and well-known videographer.
To kick-off the new season, Stanley will host his annual Photo Walk 2019 street-style, photography series in collaboration with Kimberly West, Fashion Editor, and Stylist.
The event is free admission for models, digital influencers, or media personalities seeking professional photos. Photo Walk 2019 will be an afternoon of photography, fashion, and creative art!
Registration can be made on Facebook or through Eventbrite underneath the name Photo Walk 2019.
For more information contact Stanley Parrish at info@pixeloutflowstudios.com or Kimberly West at (205) 202-1166.
About Stanley Parrish:
Stanley Parrish is a multidisciplinary portrait photographer, wedding photographer, graphic designer and videographer based in Birmingham, Alabama. Stanley graduated from the University of Alabama with a BA in Fine Arts and Graphic Design. He has over fifteen years of experience working in visual media. See his commercial/fashion website at www.stanleyparrish.com
Art is his first love. He loves creating illustrations, logos, advertising design, marketing materials, flyers, posters and more! His goal is to help small businesses and business professional’s builder better and effective brands by offering creative graphic design solutions and professional photography services.
About Kimberly West:
Kimberly West is an on-air television personality, consultant, and digital influencer. She holds both a B.S. in Apparel Merchandising, M.S. degree in the field of Family Consumer Sciences and graduate level coursework in Public Relations For Digital Media. Kimberly has represented several lifestyle-related brands on news stations such as ABC 2 WMAR, Fox 45 Baltimore, ABC 33/40 – Talk of Alabama, WBAL – TV 11, and much more.
In addition, she has a retail background working for companies such as Talbots, Victoria’s Secrets, New York & Company, and Parisian Department Store. Kimberly West has been featured on numerous sites such as Entrepreneur.com and received awards/nominations. She was also the official Style Expert for the local Baltimore based news series with ABC 2 WMAR, Scandal Shopping!
VERNA GATES, AUTHOR OF 100 THINGS TO DO IN BIRMINGHAM BEFORE YOU DIE, TO HOLD BOOK TALK AT MOODY CITY PARK
100 Things to Do in Birmingham Before You Die, which is the ultimate bucket list of things to do in Birmingham and the surrounding area.
Featured Photo from Bham Now
The author, Verna Gates, has a presentation at Moody City Park on Thursday, April 22 from 10 to 11 a.m.
What: Author presentation for 100 Things to Do in Birmingham Before You Die
When: Thursday, April 25 from 10 to 11 a.m.
Where: Moody City Park, 640 Park Avenue, Moody, AL 35004
Admission: Free and open to the public
Local author Verna Gates will talk about her book 100 Things to Do in Birmingham Before You Die at Moody City Park, 640 Park Avenue, Moody, AL 35004 on Thursday, April 25 from 10 to 11 a.m. Admission is free and open to the public.
It was called the Magic City – a bright, shiny new boomtown following the misery of the Civil War. Birmingham was teething on steel as a brash Wild West town with gambling, shootouts, and famous madams. When the steel died down, banking and medical industries settled it into a sophisticated city with a famed culinary scene, a broad entertainment district, and striking natural beauty. The colorful past remains in a juke joint, quirky museums and a mining trail turning into a greenway. The city changed the country with its notorious struggle, preserved in churches, parks, and the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute. The city is experiencing a new boom in the restoration of its historic downtown, craft beer scene, up and coming new chefs, and an explosion of music venues. The Magic is back. 100 Things to Do in Birmingham Before You Die is your guide to discovering that magic!
Whether you’re a local to Birmingham and are looking for new things to do and places to go or you are tourist planning a trip, this book will serve as the perfect guide.
About the Book
100 Things to Do in Birmingham Before You Die
ISBN 9781681060934
Softcover 5.5 x 8.5 inches
160 pages
$16.00
About the Author
For the past five years, Verna Gates has worked with Alabama Tourism to bring international, national and regional journalists to her beloved home state of Alabama as a contract press trip coordinator. She delights in showing people the famous, quirky and fascinating places from fine dining to hidden gems. Verna also works as a commentator for Troy Public Radio and produces and voices features and travel stories. In 2009, she was awarded a lifetime achievement award from the National Federation of Presswomen, the Communicator of Achievement Award. She has won numerous national awards for her articles. Her career began as one of the original 50 employees of CNN who worked to launch the network and has also reported for TIME Magazine and Reuters International News Service.
Birmingham’s Biggest Easter Egg Hunt and Breakfast with the Easter Bunny at the Birmingham Zoo
April is here and the time has come to celebrate Easter with an Eggstravaganza plus Breakfast with the Easter Bunny! Hop on over to Birmingham’s biggest Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 20 from 10am-12: 30 pm at the Birmingham Zoo. Come a little earlier for a scrumptious breakfast with your favorite bunny at either 8 am or 9:30 am!
Just in time for spring, our rain or shine event is sure to be endless fun for the whole family with egg hunts for children and adults! More than 10,000 eggs will be hidden throughout Henley Park for a colossal scavenger hunt. Guests, young and old, will love adventuring through the park and playground in search of colorful eggs for a chance to win a variety of prizes.
Our Eggstravaganza event hosts two egg hunts for children, as well as a special egg hunt for adults only. Children who collect 10 eggs will receive a cute bunny plush! All children’s hunts are free for Zoo members and included in admission for non-members.
Adult Egg Hunt winners will pick from a variety of exclusive prizes provided by area businesses, special Zoo tours, and memberships all valued at $50 or more. Our Adult Egg Hunt is $25 to participate.
Can’t wait until 10 am to celebrate with us? Book your seat now at our early morning Breakfast with the Easter Bunny! Sure to be a highlight of the day, the event will host two times at 8 am and 9:30 am and will be held in the Zoo’s Nourish205 restaurant. Enjoy a scrumptious scrambled egg, pancakes and sausage breakfast with orange juice and coffee followed by a visit from the Easter Bunny! All children receive a special holiday gift upon arrival.
Breakfast with the Easter Bunny member pricing is $25 for adults, $20 for kids, and non-members are $30 for adults and $25 for kids (tax not included). The pricing includes Zoo admission, Unlimited Ride Wristband, breakfast, holiday craft, animal greeting, and a visit and photo op with the Easter Bunny.
Celebrate Easter at the Zoo! Guests can purchase tickets to our Adult Egg Hunt and Breakfast with the Easter Bunny at www.birminghamzoo.com/events
Egg Hunt Schedule
10am-11 am – Ages 0-12 on Henley Park
11:15 am – Adult egg hunt at Trails of Africa playground
11:30 am-12:30pm – Ages 0-12 on Henley Park
Prize List area businesses providing prizes for the Adult Egg Hunt. *More to come*
Alabama Theatre
Aviate
Big Bad Breakfast
Cowfish Sushi Burger Bar
DoubleTree by Hilton
Full Moon Bar-B-Que
Kendra Scott
McWane Center
Mountain Brook Creamery
Red Diamond
Shipt
Top Golf
ESSENCE 25th Anniversary Festival Night-by-Night Performance Line Up Unveiled
The ESSENCE Festival® presented by Coca-Cola, the world’s largest cultural, entertainment and empowerment experience and largest celebration of global Black culture, is set to bring the 90’s heat with special performances that celebrate the 25th anniversary of some of the top albums of the decade. The Festival also just announced the official night-by-night performance line up for its concert series taking place July 5th, 6thand 7th at the Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans.
With hits that remain timeless, the 90’s era of R&B and hip-hop music significantly impacted our global culture – setting musical trends and a standard of excellence that made space for artists to thrive as creators, visionaries, and entrepreneurs. By spotlighting some of the era’s most forward-looking, game-changing albums that are also celebrating their 25th anniversaries, the celebration will reach beyond nostalgia to the new school—with special performances to elevate the groundbreaking sounds that continue to influence the most popular, chart-topping artists of today.
“We are celebrating our 25th anniversary with an extraordinary, multigenerational, cultural celebration featuring nearly 100 Black artists who know that the ESSENCE Festival is ‘home,’” said Michelle Ebanks, CEO of ESSENCE Communications. “Through an imaginative slate of 25th anniversary curations and a fresh take on our night-by-night line-up, this year’s milestone Festival will creatively represent some of our culture’s most important and influential bodies of work – past, present and future. We are excited to place the spotlight on the music that captivated and inspired our global communities—all re-imagined exclusively for the ‘only-at-ESSENCE’ Festival stages.”
Each “25th” set will be curated and performed by the original artists, including Mary J. Blige’s My Life, Nas’ Illmatic, Brandy’s Brandy, Scarface’s Diary, Big Daddy Kane’s Daddy’s Home,
Da Brat’s Funkdafied, Slick Rick’s Behind Bars and Brownstone’s From the Bottom Up.
- Kicking off Friday night are marquee performances from some of music’s biggest acts including Missy Elliott, RBRM (Ronnie, Bobby, Ricky, Mike) and more; opening night will also include a 25th anniversary set presented by Doug E. Fresh that will feature Brandy, Ledisi, and Sheila E., MC Lyte, Morris Day, Former Members of New Power Generation, among others.
- Saturday night is anchored by Mary J. Blige, Nas, H.E.R. and more, with 25th anniversary celebrations by some of the most influential names in hip-hop, including Big Daddy Kane, Scarface, Slick Rick and more.
- Closing night on Sunday will feature a performance by Maze featuring Frankie Beverly with a special tribute to Frankie Beverly delivered by Anthony Hamilton; Jermaine Dupri’s Atlanta-focused curation with performances by Musiq Soulchild, Da Brat, Lil Jon and Dem Franchize Boyz; Teddy Riley’s Legends of Music curation that includes Pharrell Williams, Timbaland, Teyana Taylor, MAJOR., Ro James and more; as well as a NOLA-style bounce performance with Mannie Fresh and Big Freedia.
- Each night will be hosted by Loni Love and will feature music by DJ D-Nice.
The ESSENCE Festival takes place July 4-7, 2019 in New Orleans, LA. You can view the official night-by-night line up here. Single night ticket is on sale now.
For information about ticket sales, accommodations and the latest news about the ESSENCE Festival® visit Essence.com/festival. Join the festival community: Follow us on Twitter @essencefest #EssenceFest and become a fan of Festival on Facebook.
The ESSENCE Festival is sponsored by Coca-Cola, AT&T, Ford, State Farm and Walmart.
The ESSENCE Festival is produced by ESSENCE Communications, Inc. FOR MEDIA INQUIRIES: Please e-mail festivalpress@essence.com.
About ESSENCE Communications Inc.
ESSENCE Communications is the number one media, technology and commerce company dedicated to Black women and inspires a global audience of more than 17 million through diverse storytelling and immersive original content. With a multi-platform presence in publishing, experiential and online, ESSENCE encompasses its signature magazine; digital, video and social platforms; television specials; books; as well as live events, including Black Women in Music, Black Women in Hollywood, Street Style and the ESSENCE Festival. Essence Communications is owned by Essence Ventures, an independent Black-owned, technology-driven company focused on merging content, community, and commerce to meet the evolving cultural and lifestyle needs of people of color.
ZUMBA BLOCK PARTY FOR AUTISM AWARENESS at The Summit Birmingham #TheSummitBham
Grab your cute leggings and get ready to hit the dance floor! The Summit Birmingham will host a Zumba Block Party for Autism Awareness.
If you follow my Instagram Stories account, you know that I am a huge fan of Zumba fitness. It’s a fun way to break a sweat, stay healthy, and dance to Latin music. I normally take Zumba classes at the local YMCA but looking to join the dance party on April 26th from 6:00-9:00 p.m.
Featured Photo from The Summit Birmingham
The event is requesting that everyone wear blue and offer $10 donations in support of the Autism Society of Alabama.
According to the site, “After the fitness experience, be sure to check out Athleta’s After-Party in-store! Bring your friends, bring your spouse, bring your Zumba bestie and help raise money for Autism Awareness!”
Click here to learn more: ZUMBA BLOCK PARTY FOR AUTISM AWARENESS
Be Ever Wonderful: Personal Growth and Mindset
Personal growth is the beginning of having an altered mindset. It’s the ability to say no to unhealthy environments and yes to pure, authentic joy. Growth appears different for each individual and can’t necessarily be categorized.
I think every woman has that moment when life changes internally. Personally, this mental elevation started when there was a desire to read a thought-provoking book or recognize the early morning sunset. For transparency, it would truly surprise most people to know that I’m both fun-loving and very practical. My husband finds humor in my ability to keep our family moving like a machine.
Growing up my dad would play Earth Wind and Fire, Be Ever Wonderful. This song resonates because the last lyrics says, “don’t let the world change your mind. don’t let the world change your mind.” And how often does the world try to change our mind? We drift away from our natural upbringings to marginalize into an unknown path of adulthood.
A few steps towards achieving personal growth is through goal-setting, stepping outside of your comfort zone, and most importantly knowing yourself.
My personal philosophy is to be the author of your own story and “Be Ever Wonderful” in your own sweet way!
Wrap Blouse: New York and Company | Pull-on Pants: New York and Company | Tangerine Heels: Similar Macy’s
Spring Break Fun and Excitement at the Birmingham Zoo
Spring Break is the best time to have fun and enjoy exciting places like the Birmingham Zoo! Join us from March 23-31, for the opening of seasonal favorites and special activities. Guest will enjoy the Children’s Zoo Splash Pads, happenings at the Predator Zone, interact with animals in the Contact Yard and do so much more. Starting Saturday, March 23 will be the return of Giraffe Feedings* and Camel Rides*.
Guests are invited to feed the lorikeets in the Schaeffer Eye Center Lorikeet Aviary*, take a ride on the Red Diamond Express Train*, spin on the Protective Life Carousel* and zip down the Full Moon Bar-B-Que Wild Slide*. Enjoy watching a Wildlife Show or meet an Ambassador Animal at the UAB at the UAB Callahan Eye Hospital Wildlife Stage. Participate in up-close fun with our sea lions at a Red Diamond Sea Lion Show.
Our All Adventure Wristband* will be available to purchase for access to unlimited rides on the train, carousel, and slide, in addition to one camel ride, one ticket for giraffe feeding and one ticket for lorikeet feeding. Just in time for the warmer weather, guests can soak up the sun while creating lasting memories with a visit to your favorite Zoo!
*All rides and various activities are an additional cost – plus tax and are weather dependent.
SPRING BREAK DAILY ACTIVITIES SCHEDULE: March 23–31
All Adventure Wristbands
Cost: $17 plus tax
Access to unlimited rides on the train, carousel, and slide, in addition to one camel ride, one ticket for giraffe feeding and one ticket for lorikeet feeding.
Camel Rides
Daily
9am – 4:45pm
Cost: $5 plus tax – per rider
Children under the age of 3 MUST be accompanied by an adult and reach over the safety bar.
Weather dependent
Children’s Zoo Splash Pads
Daily
9am – 4:45pm
Weather Dependent
Full Moon BBQ Wild Slide
Daily
9am – 4:45pm
Cost: $3.50 plus tax
Riders must be 4 years of age and 40 inches tall to ride
Protective Life Carousel Rides
Daily
9am – 4:45pm
Cost: $3.50 plus tax
Children under two, receive a free ride on the carousel with a paid accompanying adult.
Children two and older must have a ride ticket.
Red Diamond Express Train Ride
Daily
9am – 4:45pm
Cost: $3.50 plus tax
Children’s Zoo Contact Yard
Daily
10am – 12pm
Goat Walk
Daily
9:30am
Schaeffer Eye Center Lorikeet Aviary
Daily
10am – 4pm
$2 plus tax
Weather dependent
Red Diamond Sea Lion Show
Daily
10am
2pm
Kiwanis Giraffe Encounter
Daily
10am – 3pm
Cost, $3.50 plus tax
Weather dependent
UAB Callahan Eye Hospital Wildlife Show
Daily
11am
Predator Zone Lion Training
Daily
11:30am
3pm
Animal Greetings at the UAB Callahan Eye Hospital Wildlife Stage
Daily
2:30pm
LINKS
Admission Tickets
All Adventure Wristbands *Click March 23 on Ticketing Calendar.
NY&C Closet Online Clothing Rental Subscription Service
Years ago, only a few selected retailers offered shoppers the opportunity to rent clothing pieces. Now, this digital option of building a wardrobe has become popular amongst other companies.
New York & Company offers NY&C Closet which is their online clothing rental service. To get started, you can sign-up for the program and receive approval via email.
From there you build an online closet, have items are delivered to your front door, ship pieces back, and repeat the same process.
The really amazing aspect of their online rental service is that items can be purchased for a discount. It doesn’t get any better than that!
Additional tips for using the NY&C Closet clothing rental service is to add several items to the digital closet, pinpoint and select your favorite items, and be sure to let the company know when pieces are returned. It’s just that easy to look fabulous every day!
I will be trying the service and sharing my online shopping experiences with everyone here!
Weekend Self-Care Activity and Plaid Peplum Top #OOTD or #WIW
The weekends can become pretty hectic. Running errands, cleaning your room, and paying bills. Whew! The word that I’m searching for is called, “adulting.”
At no matter what age, adulting can be super exhausting. But, the reality is that we strive to be successful versions of ourselves. Nobody wants to be the girl who forgot to schedule an oil change.
Despite the spirit of busyness and reality of having limited hours in the day, self-care is a must-do! While cheering for others, we can’t forget to cheer for ourselves.
Simple steps towards practicing self-care involve reading a book, getting a massage, or taking a walk. My favorite self-care activity during the week is listening to music. Another activity that’s on the top of my list is journaling. As a fellow creative, I enjoy organizing my thoughts and keeping lists of what’s important to me. My journals range from words to pictures or keepsakes.
Self-care doesn’t always have to involve elaborate practices or high-ticketed experiences. Some of the most relaxing opportunities involve being present in the moment. How do you practice self-care in your life?
In the photo below, I was attending The Birmingham Home and Garden Show to support my college sister-friend who was a speaker during the event. In the spirit of self-care, I threw on my peplum blouse and captured a meaningful break to enjoy the show!
Plaid Wrap Peplum Top: New York & Company | Matelasse Leather Bag: YSL or replica Amazon
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