Old School Special Edition (OSSE) 2012

Join Hip Hop Icon Special Ed Each and Every Friday Night at Privilege Feb. 24 with celebrity guest host Dana Dane!

Mature Crowd. Good Music. Great Atmosphere.

Old School Special Edition (OSSE) is a signature event conceived, developed and organized by Hip Hop legend Special Ed. Each week, OSSE will take partygoers on a musical journey back to the birth of Hip Hop and bring to the stage a few of Special Ed’s friends, some of the industry’s most recognized iconic old school Hip Hop artists who helped pioneer the art form, laying the foundation for Hip Hop to be the multicultural powerhouse that it is today.

This event includes dancing, networking, lounge areas and quality music for a mature and professional crowd. For exclusive invites and more, follow Special Ed on Twitter@SpecialEd, Friend OSSE and “Like” OSSE on Facebook.

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A bi-weekly Chat & Chew to discuss relationships in and open, honest, and uncensored environment. Come join us to talk about RELATIONSHIPS in a friendly and mature setting. Similar to a Barbershop or Hair Salon, nothing is off limits!

Tickets are $10 and a portion of the proceeds will be donated to benefit The Red Pump Project-Charlotte to provide HIV/AIDS awareness and education.

Voice your opinion, enjoy light fare, drink specials, network with new people and support a good cause all at once. See you there!

Feb. 20th Topic
Why Am I Going In Circles? Relationship tips on dating and friendships. How to recognize a great friend or a great lover? Discuss how men and women can identify the differences and build healthy relationships. Our Special Guest Facilitator: CM Writer (Attorney, Author, Speaker, Columnist, and Relationship Blogger)

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GRAMMY Award-Winning composer and R&B Singer Gordon Chambers will be in concert at The Sunset Club in Charlotte on February 16^th presented by the Charlotte Division of Music Cares and the Charlotte Area Association of Black Journalists and proceeds from the live music concert will go to benefit the charity Samaritan’s Feet. The accomplished artist has joined forces with the Barefoot Entertainment Division of Samaritan’s Feet, in order to provide Shoes of Hope for children in need around the world. After receiving esteemed awards for penning hit songs for iconic R&B legends such as Anita Baker, Beyonce, Usher, Whitney Houston, Yolanda Adams and the legendary Patti Labelle, he has released his third solo album, Sincere, and will be in Charlotte as a part of his promotional tour “One Night Only, with Gordon Chambers & Friends”.

WHO: Fundraiser and Concert with Gordon Chamber, Admission is $15.00
WHEN: Thursday, Feb. 16 at 8 p.m.
WHERE: Sunset Club, 1820 South Boulevard Charlotte, NC 28203

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An Exclusive Sample Lounges for Beauty, Makeup and Style Enthusiasts

Flawless Makeup Art presents “Pamper Parlor” on February 22 from 8:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m. at one of the city’s most sought after entertainment venues, Re:Public Nightclub located at 314 N. College Street in Uptown Charlotte. Admission is complimentary. 

As the brainchild of professional makeup artist and owner of Flawless Makeup Art Joy N. Randall, this event will prove to be the pinnacle of fashionable luxury for the discerning woman.  “Pamper Parlor” guests will be treated to hors d’oeuvres, desserts, signature cocktails, and most importantly a rare opportunity to try out some of the hottest makeup brands, beauty products and all things Flawless finds Fabulous. In an upscale lounge setting, attendees will visit stations set up for specific product lines and experience them first hand. Joy Randall and her team of experts will guide guests through everything that’s “in” by applying the makeup and educating each woman about the benefits of the products. Past sample lounges have included Rain Cosmetics, BOOM Cosmetics, and Impact Cosmetics.

Hosted by “T. Strong…The Style Mayvin,” this fashionable evening will also include a 360° Shoe Cam.  If you are an image conscious woman, a professional, socialite or fashionista, this is the perfect event for you.

If you need more information about the “Pamper Parlor,” call 704.975.9526 or email flawlessmakeupart@gmail.com. Media or product sponsorship inquiries, contact Jameka Whitten at Jameka@jswmediagroup.com or 704.261.5290.

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About Flawless Makeup Art

Joy N. Randall is the Owner and Sole Proprietor of Flawless Makeup Art in Charlotte, NC, and is one of the industry’s best kept secrets! A licensed cosmetologist with more than five years experience, this young lady knows that it’s not always about a product as much as it is about the artist. She has worked for companies such as MAC Cosmetics, L’Oreal and Cover Girl to name a few, and has been published in various magazines such as People and Sophisticates Black Hair with covers to her credit! She has worked with major networks like VH1, BET, and TV One! She was the Key MUA on VH1′s “Fantasia For Real” and shows such as “David Letterman” gracing her resume! She has also worked in film, runway, and red carpet. Basically whatever requires make up, this girl does it! From flawlessly natural to fantasy…she gives it to you mild, spicy, and just plain hot! http://www.joynichellerandall.com/ or http://www.flawlessmakeupart.net/

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Fashion is all about self-expression and what you wear says a lot about you. Before you even introduce yourself to someone, that person has already formed an opinion of you based on your attire. This is one of the many reasons why it is so important to put your best foot forward.

We all have our own ideas of what looks best. Everyone has his or her own personal style, unique flair and follows different trends. Fashion to me, is similar to art, there’s no right or wrong as long as you wear it with confidence. If you want to take it back with denim overalls or acid washed jeans, don’t let anyone stop you from doing so. As long as you feel good wearing it, others will get the same vibe. Whether you’re wearing something that we haven’t seen in decades or something that we have yet to see, wear it with your chin up, a smile and work it out!

Audrey Hepburn wearing a classic "LBD" in the iconic film "Breakfast at Tiffany's"

In the world of fashion things are constantly changing. Although we’ve given up on a lot of trends (at least until they come back in style) one thing is for certain, a little black dress always goes. French designer, Coco Chanel is responsible for the fashion staple. After being featured in Vogue in the early 1920’s, the Little Black Dress was born. The LBD became famous because of its simplicity and was worn by women of different social classes.

When I was growing up, my mom made sure she gave me tons of advice on etiquette and appropriate attire. One tip I will never forget is to always keep a little black dress in my wardrobe. A LBD literally fits any occasion. Little black dresses are classy, sophisticated and versatile. What I love most about the LBD is the variety and the fact that you can match it with any accessory.

The typical LBD is form fitting and short but not too short. Which is perfect for a cocktail event with cute heels and a nice clutch to bring it all together. But if you want to take that same dress to a more conservative event, simply add a classic blazer, closed toe shoes and a briefcase.

Just like any other dress, the fabulous LBD can have the back out, long sleeves, fall below the knee or have an asymmetrical sleeve. Use you own judgment when it comes to the LBD. Wherever you decide to wear it, have fun with it and accessorize to showcase your personality.

The LBD can dressed up or down to fit the occasion. It can be worn to both formal and informal events depending on the outfit you create with it. If you’re invited to an event and you’re not sure what to wear, pull out that LBD, it never goes out of style.

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Written by Pariss M. Coleman, Executive Assistant/PR Coordinator for JSW Media Group.  Pariss primarily blogs about business etiquette and is an aspiring novelist.  Pariss is currently pursing a master’s degree in Interactive Communications. Follow her on Twitter @ParissMichelle.

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Old School Special Edition (OSSE) 2012 Kickoff

Join Hip Hop Icon Special Ed Each and Every Friday Night at Privilege starting Feb. 3rd with celebrity guest host Chubb Rock!

Mature Crowd. Good Music. Great Atmosphere.

Old School Special Edition (OSSE) is a signature event conceived, developed and organized by Hip Hop legend Special Ed. Each week, OSSE will take partygoers on a musical journey back to the birth of Hip Hop and bring to the stage a few of Special Ed’s friends, some of the industry’s most recognized iconic old school Hip Hop artists who helped pioneer the art form, laying the foundation for Hip Hop to be the multicultural powerhouse that it is today.

This event includes dancing, networking, lounge areas and quality music for a mature and professional crowd. For exclusive invites and more, follow Special Ed on Twitter@SpecialEd, Friend OSSE and “Like” OSSE on Facebook.

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A bi-weekly Chat & Chew to discuss relationships in an open, honest, and uncensored environment. Come join us to talk about RELATIONSHIPS in a friendly and mature setting. Similar to a Barbershop or Hair Salon, nothing is off limits!

Tickets are $10 and a portion of the proceeds will be donated to benefit The Red Pump Project-Charlotte to provide HIV/AIDS awareness and education.

Voice your opinion, enjoy light fare, drink specials, network with new people and support a good cause all at once. See you there! To register and purchase tickets, visit http://jswchatandchew.eventbrite.com/.

Feb. 20th Topic

Why Am I Going In Circles? Relationship tips on dating and friendships. How to recognize a great friend or a great lover? Discuss how men and women can identify the differences and build healthy relationships.

Our Special Guest Facilitator: CM Writer (Attorney, Author, Speaker, Columnist, and Relationship Blogger)

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