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Peppermint Soiree
Category: Lifestyle Written by Debbie Norrell
On Aug. 28, at the Marriott City Center, the first Peppermint Soiree-Summer Breeze was held. The Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, (Pittsburgh Alumnae Chapter) and Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity joined forces for an evening of fun and madness. There was something for everyone, jazz in one ballroom, line dancing and a DJ in the ballroom down the hall and food stations, silent auctions and vendors in between.
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| THESE JACKETS ARE OUR FAVORITES—Stanford White and Dewitt Walton (event co-chairs).
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The vendors came from as far as Atlanta, Washington, D.C., and as close as Ohio. More than 700 people enjoyed the evening and for many it was a reunion or old home week.
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About that car...BMW 335d—it’s a diesel
Category: Lifestyle Written by NNPA News Service
by Frank S. Washington
DETROIT (NNPA)—I just wrapped up a one-week test drive of one of the slickest low profile sedans around—the BMW 335d.
Most important is that “d” stands for diesel. And despite the rather low grade U.S. reputation of oil burners as they are called in this country, my admiration for diesel engines grows every time I drive one.
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| The 335d Sedan features BMW Advanced Diesel technology with BluePerformance for maximum output.
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In the case of the BMW 335d, it adheres to the Munich-based automaker’s brand image of powerfully precise and responsive premium priced automobiles.
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First Church of COGIC 61st annual Holy Convocation
Category: Lifestyle Written by Courier Newsroom
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| FULL HOUSE—First Church of God In Christ, 2502 Centre Ave., Hill District, held its 61st annual convocation Aug. 22. The congregation gave its appreciation to leader Rev. James M. Foster and first lady Martha Foster. The church was packed as people came from far and near with charitable gifts of love and devotion as they worshipped the Holy Father.
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Bush, Griggs honored by Bettis Foundation
Category: Lifestyle Written by Ashley G. Woodson
The fifth birthday of Jerome Bettis’ “Caring for Kids Event” was held Sept. 16 at Heinz Field. It honored Esther L. Bush, president and CEO of the Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh and Judith R. Griggs, Ph.D, of Duquesne University.
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| PROUD HONOREES—President and CEO Esther Bush of the Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh, left, Jerome Bettis of the Bus Stops Here Foundation and Judith R. Griggs, Ph.D, of Duquesne University.
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Sportscaster Alby Oxenreiter of WPXI was the emcee for the evening with entertainment provided by deejay Stephan (Broadus) of the New Pittsburgh Courier. The event is hosted each year by the “Bus Stops Here” Foundation, an organization dedicated to improving the overall quality of life for troubled and underprivileged children. Through health and wellness camps, computer literacy classes and reading programs, they provide at-risk youths with resources to learn to distinguish between healthy and unhealthy choices.
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Church Circuit
Category: Lifestyle Written by Courier Newsroom
Women’s conference
SEPT. 23—Bidwell Presbyterian Church, 1025 Liverpool St., Manchester, will host the 2010 Women’s Conference at 7 p.m. The conference will run through Sept. 25 and feature Evangelist Lisa Thorpe, Min. Adrienne Blanton and Rev. B. DeNeice Welch. There will worship and workshops. The cost is $20-$25. For more information, call 412-231-4663.
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