Circle City Classic 2017

LEGENDARY GRAMMY AWARD WINNER STEPHANIE MILLS, WILL DOWNING, S.O.S. BAND AND MIDNIGHT STAR TO PERFORM AT THE CABARET
Affordable Tickets are Available
The Circle City Classic® Cabaret will take place on September 22, 2017 in the Indiana Farmers Coliseum at the Indiana State Fairgrounds. This year’s lineup includes Stephanie Mills, Will Downing, S.O.S. Band and Midnight Star. “Due to a favorable partnership this year with the Indiana State Fairgrounds, IBE is excited about its ability to offer more affordable tickets for the show. It is a wonderful opportunity to provide a concert to our community with four of our favorite R&B bands with tickets starting as low as $25.00,” said IBE President & CEO Tanya Bell. Cabaret tickets go on sale Wednesday, August 9, 2017.
Shuttle service to and from the Indiana State Fairgrounds will be provided to transport downtown guests for $5.00. To secure shuttle service, ticket buyers should visit http://bit.ly/GateTenCabaretParking.  Additional parking lots are the Fairgrounds will also be open for parking.
CIRCLE CITY CLASSIC® Cabaret 
PERFORMERS: Stephanie Mills, Will Downing, S.O.S. Band, and Midnight Star
DATE: Friday, September 22, 2017
TIME: 7:00 pm
LOCATION:  Indiana State Fairgrounds
1202 E. 38th St., Indianapolis, Indiana 46205
TICKETS: Tickets start at $25.00! VIP floor tickets are $100.00 (limited availability) and non-floor seats are $25.00, $35.00 or $50.00! Tickets go on sale Wednesday, August 9, 2017 at Ticketmaster.com (800.745.3000), the IBE Box Office (317.925.2702) and the Indiana Farmers Coliseum Box Office (317.762.0126).

To purchase CABARET tickets please click HERE!
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ABOUT INDIANA BLACK EXPO: Indiana Black Expo, Inc. is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization with twelve chapter affiliates in the State of Indiana. IBE hosts Summer Celebration and the Circle City Classic®, its annual fundraisers, which fund several year round programs, including The College and Scholarship Fair, State of Our Black Youth Initiative, Statewide Education Conference, Parent Leadership Academy, OpportunIndy Initiative, Tech Zone, Youth Leadership Summit and Youth Media Institute.

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“My Life, My Vibe” August 2017

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Happy August Everyone,

As you’ve probably noticed over the years, my team and I tack themes along to each month letting you know what to expect when it comes to content and conversations that pertain to the entrepreneurship empowerment, lifestyle trends, art/cultural events, community workshops and small business start-ups. I love to see people prosper and live out their best life. So in light of this month’s theme, “The Good Life” you’ll be seeing a lot of fresh content that you have been asking for.

With summer in full swing, it’s impossible not to focus at least a little bit on refreshing treats that you can make in the comfort of your own kitchen. Like homemade lobster rolls, delicious fruit bowls followed by delicious cocktails to cool you off on a hot day (chime in my head Peach Margarita). Plus your Motivational Mondays, Wellness Wednesday and “Things We Are Lovely Lately. So go out and catch life with some gratitude this season….we look forward to seeing you out in the community …stay tuned and be inspired…many blessings!

We look forward to being of continued service to you and I hope you will enjoy the benefits of our new co-op networking community. Please let us know what you’re doing in your business and community, your feedback is very important to us! Positive Mind…Positive Vibe…Positive Life

What do you plan on doing new this month?

XOXO

“C”

Monthly Affirmation:

“The Good Life Project”~ Take Action

Monthly Challenge:

Tap Into YOUR Source of Energy

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The Evolution Society LLC

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“My Life, My Vibe” July 2017

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Hello All,

It’s Time For a Blogcation! ~ I could have been crafty and set up a week’s worth of posts to post daily, but that didn’t seem very likely…. Time For A Blogcation!

I need to free up my mind and energy so I can focus on the truly important things in my life. As I always say “Life first, blogging second”. Time to walk the walk.

But don’t worry you can always check out our previous weekly posts on Motivational Mondays, Wellness Wednesday and “Things We Are Lovely Lately. So go out and catch life with some gratitude this season….we look forward to seeing you out in the community…stay tuned and be inspired…many blessings!

We look forward to being of continued service to you and I hope you will enjoy the benefits of our new co-op networking community. Please let us know what you’re doing in your business and community, your feedback is very important to us! Positive Mind…Positive Vibe…Positive Life

What do you plan on doing new this month?

XOXO

“C”

My Sista’s Business… Walker & Company

Walker & Company Empowers Women to Embrace Their FORM with New Hair Care Line for Women

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By In Her Shoes Contributor: Brianna Arps, @briannaarps

The folks that gave us Bevel have some huge news to announce — Walker & Company has just launched its first women’s hair care line named FORM.

Building off the company’s mission, founder and CEO Tristan Walker alluded to the fact that developing a wide assortment of premium products for women was always a top priority.

“Since the company’s inception, we’ve been working to bring this collection to life as part of our commitment to making health and beauty simple for people of color,” he stated. “We understand the huge opportunity in this vastly underserved market and have a proven track record of bringing health and beauty products to market that both fill a void, and more importantly, work.”

Unlike other systems designed to treat our various hair textures, according to Walker & Company FORM takes a more “personal approach” towards helping women identify a customized hair care regimen by first offering online consultations.

Once the survey is complete, FORM clients are matched with specific products and offered helpful instructions to enhance their experience.

But that’s not it — if interested, users are also invited to physically send in a hair sample that is then analyzed to ensure each recommended FORM product will suit their unique needs. Yes, this covers everything from split ends to shrinkage. So fancy!

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FORM’s lineup from left to right: Detoxing Shampoo, Gentle Shampoo, Moisturizing Conditioner, Restorative Conditioner, 3-in-1 Leave-In Lotion, Elongating Curl Creme, Defining Curl Gel, Hydrating Style Creme, Shielding Heat Serum and Moisture-Sealing Pomade.

The entire FORM collection includes ten products that start at $22, with the most expensive retailing for $32. For those especially worried about ingredients, you’ll be happy to note each item is formulated without sulfates, parabens and phthalates to continuously improve your hair health over time. And do you see this gorgeous packaging?

While you can’t make a purchase in stores yet, make sure to visit FormBeauty.com to learn more!

Summer Celebration Highlight – Purchase your Tickets Today!

Johnny Gill honors Babyface at his Induction into Songwriters’ Hall of Fame
Both Will Perform During Music Heritage Festival Series
Get Your Tickets Today!
Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds
inducted into the Songwriters
Hall of Fame
Congrats to Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds on being inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame last week.  Babyface along with the brilliant singer Fantasia will perform for Indiana Black Expo’s Music Heritage Festival II on July 15th at Bankers Life Fieldhouse.  Chante Moore rounds out the line up to what will be a soulful night. Doors open at 6:30 pm.
Johnny Gill (pictured upper right with Babyface) was on hand to honor “Babyface” because he worked with all him on his debut album Rub You the Right Way.
Johnny Gill headlines our Music Heritage Festival I FREE Concert at American Legion Mall, July 14th at  6:00 pm.  Gill will be joined by Atlantic Starr and Zapp Band

PURCHASE TICKETS HERE

Kenny "Babyface" Edmonds singing My My My
Indiana Black Expo Inc. | 3145 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis, IN 46208

“Things I’m Lovin Lately” June 2017

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KeraCare Thermal Wonder™ Cream Cleansing Shampoo is made with fresh homemade botanical extracts, this sulfate-free conditioning shampoo gently cleanses your hair and scalp of dirt, debris, and flakes without stripping the natural oils. This Cleansing Shampoo significantly enhances the moisture level of dry hair and scalp with natural Non-GMO moisturizers like Moringa, Marula and Sugar Beet Root Extract-Betaine. KeraCare Thermal Wonder™ Cream Cleansing Shampoo includes vitamins, menthol and natural ingredients like Aloe Vera and Green Tea.

 

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Wear, return, repeat.

 

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Wish.com

If you are into bargain shopping for great deals on Internet sites, then you have most likely heard of Wish.com and may have been wondering, “Is Wish legit?”

In today’s Internet age that fosters international connections, it’s easier than ever to find hot deals on great-looking clothes and accessories made cheaply.

 

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Rachel Stewart

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Handmade jewelry and handbags

 

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Look It Actually Has a flower In It!!!

Winkylux Flower Lip Balm

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Bestselling lip stain! This balm stain applies on clear then reacts with your skin’s pH levels, uniquely creating the perfect shade of pink lips just for you. Each Flower Balm contains a real chrysanthemum in the color of your choice. Not to mention, it’s coconut scented, giving it an aroma so enticing you’ll want to wear it every day.

 

Indiana Black Expo Announces New Talk Show

Indiana Black Expo Announces New Talk Show
Set to Debut on June 25, 2017 on WHMB TV40,
The Expo Show Will Highlight Critical Issues Impacting the Community
INDIANAPOLIS – Indiana Black Expo announced today that it will launch a new talk show, The Expo Show, hosted by IBE President & CEO Tanya Bell.  Set to launch on Sunday, June 25, 2017 at 2:30 PM, each 30 minute episode will inform viewers about critical issues impacting the community.  The show will also share initiatives and programs of IBE that happen beyond its major fundraisers throughout the year.  Radio personality and Youth Media Institute Director Tony Lamont will oversee the program as senior executive producer.  The show is produced by local middle and high school students in IBE’s Youth Media Institute and it will be taped at IBE’s headquarters in the YMI Studio.
The First Two Episodes
The first episode will tackle the issue of violence and highlight information about IBE’s I Am Your Brother. I Am Your Sister. Conflict Resolution Initiative that launched on June 12, 2017.  Guests include Pastor Denell Howard, Founder of Evolve and Mr. Greg Meriweather, Founder of Black on Black Network.  The second episode that will air on Sunday, July 2, 2017 will discuss featured workshops and topics at the Indiana University’s Education Conference presented by the Indiana Civil Rights Commission.  The Education Conference will take place on Thursday, July 13th at the Indiana Convention Center.  The conference currently has 670+ educators and administrators registered from across the state of Indiana.  Guests for the show include Commissioner Teresa Lubbers with the Indiana Commission for Higher Education and Shawn Bush, Director of Student Services with MSD Lawrence Township.
“We are floored with excitement to have our youth in our YMI program produce a television show that informs the community on critical issues impacting our families as well as IBE year-round programs and initiatives,” said IBE President & CEO Tanya Bell.
“We’re ecstatic to have “The Expo Show” as a part of WHMB TV40’s “local line-up”. This show will be a big part of our station’s mission to serve and impact the Indianapolis community.  When you have powerhouse hosts like IBE President Tanya Bell and radio legend Tony Lamont, you can expect a good show with great chemistry!” Vaughn works to develop local programs at TV40 and serves as host of the station’s community affairs show, “Inside Indy”.
About Indiana Black Expo, Inc.
Indiana Black Expo, Inc. is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) statewide organization with 12 chapter affiliates.  The mission of IBE is to serve as a voice and vehicle for the social and economic advancement of African-Americans.  IBE is known for its two major fundraisers, Summer Celebration and Circle City Classic®.  IBE provides year round youth and family programs, including its Indiana College & Scholarship Fair, Summer Internship Program, Circle City Classic® Scholarship Fund, State of Our Black Youth Report and Initiative, Parent Leadership Academy, Youth Media Institute, Statewide Anti-Tobacco Initiative, Education Conference, Youth Leadership Summit, Employment Opportunity Fair, and Minority Business Conference.  IBE is currently responsible for the implementation of OpportunIndy as part of former President Barack Obama’s My Brother’s Keeper Program.
WHMB TV40
WHMB TV-40, the flagship station of LeSEA Broadcasting, is a full power television station serving the Indianapolis, Indiana market. Having signed on the air in 1972, we take pride in the fact that WHMB is the longest continuously-operated Christian television station in the nation. In 1997 WHMB was honored by the National Religious Broadcasters as the “Television Station of the Year” Our slogan “Worry FREE TV” holds true to our programming and commercials as we deliver the best in Christian, family and sporting entertainment. WHMB has broadcast High School Sports for over 20 years, and typically produces and broadcasts over 80 games a year. Our station tower is located in the northwest section of the city with our broadcast signal reaching over one million households throughout central Indiana.
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Black Music Month SNLG Song of the Night — AM 1310: The Light

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Jay Z Did A Good Thing…

As Jay Z and Beyonce welcome twins according to Beyonce’s dad on Twitter today, Jay Z is also doing something great for other dads on this Father’s Day, he is bailing out dads who can’t afford bail. He says, “As a father with a growing family, it’s the least I can do, but philanthropy is not…

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