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Monday’s Muse—Joie Lee

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Hola!  Welcome to Monday!  Let’s start the week off right with today’s fab muse—Joie Lee.  You may remember her as she starred in the famed 1989 film Do the Right Thing, which was directed by her famous brother Spike Lee.  Aside from acting Joie in her own right is well-known screenwriter and film producer as well.  I always thought that she was such a unique beauty—cinnamon brown skin, bright big eyes and the kinky curls…flawless!  I am happy to have her as an SNC muse :-)

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reCAP—KBB +curlBOX meetup

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Hola!  I hope that your weekend is going great!  Last Thursday evening I had the pleasure of attending the Karen’s Body Beautiful and curlBOX meetup which was held at KBB shop in Brooklyn.  The event was packed inside and out with curlies rockin fab fros, coils, kinks, updos, locs, braids and more!  Take a peek the pics to see just what I am talking about.  Enjoy!

A peek at the line outside of KBB.

Karen (owner of KBB) came out to humbly greet the crowd.

Myleik (curlBOX founder) chatting up the crowd.

KBB products

more products…love the simple packaging!

curlBOX

Natural chicas mingling—the vibe was way cool!

Lovely tresses everywhere!

*All pics were taken with my phone so sorry they aren’t as crisp/clear.  Feel free to use but please credit SNC.  Thanks!

My Fave Photos—Bey’s Tumblr

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Hola peeps!  Sorry as I have been M.I.A. a lot as of late.  I promise once I get a grasp on things posts will resume on the reg, until then I hope that you continue to swing by and enjoy SNC. 

Now on to today’s post—my fave pics from Beyonce’s new Tumblr.  I am sure that you all have seen them somewhere as when she released them almost 2 weeks ago the web went crazy.  I just wanted to share a few that really stood out to me.  I love the pic with her and Solo—nothing like having a sisterly bond.  The second make me do a double take because I need every single ring that she is wearing.  The last photo I adore!  Jay and Bey together are major powerhouses; both are at the top of their game, they have a genuine love and everyone wants a piece of them.  Enjoy!

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Save the Date March 10th & 11th—BK Fashion Week{end} BAG Expo

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Hola!  I hope that your weekend is going great!  The fashionable folks at BK Fashion Week{end} is gearing up for their BAG (Beauty & Accessory Goodies) Expo the weekend of March 10th & 11th.  There will be lots of beauty and accessories vendors, demos and more all of which will be FREE to the public.  This is an awesome way to give back to the community and get the people of the community involved as well.

Also on those days there will be a model casting held for the Spring Collection show—“B Fashion, B Part of It” coming up on March 29th – April 1st.  So spread the word and the love it’s the Brooklyn Way!  I hope to see you there, SNC crew will be in the building :o )

Vintage Shaun Sale!

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Hola peeps!  I received an email about Vintage Shaun’s upcoming blowout sale and almost forgot to share with you guys.  If you are in NYC you should definitely come out this weekend to get your vintage shopping on!  If you don’t know now ya know haha!  Check out the deets…

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http://www.etsy.com/shop/vintageshaun

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Summer ’74—BK Style

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Hola mi gentes!  I hope all is good with ya!  I believe that it was a week or so ago that I shared this link of vintage photos of Brooklyn in the summer of 1974 on my Facebook page.  However I had to pull a few to post here as well for the non-fb peeps :o )  I don’t know I just love looking at old pics from back in the day and comparing them to how times have changed.  I selected these pics because there was a certain something about each of them—everyone depicted and stirred up a feeling that I couldn’t kick.  Although times were hard then and even more so now each pic shows people smiling and enjoying life.  I think now we all see how small the world really is and that everyone is connected in one way or another; it just goes to show that we all can and should get along despite our differences. 

**All pics taken by Danny Lyon.

Kosciusko Public Swimming Pool in the heart of Bed-Stuy, July 1974

Playing softball in Highland Park

Two Latino girls pose in front of graffiti in Lynch Park, Brooklyn

Walking along Bushwick Ave. 

Three girls on Bond Street in Brooklyn.

Boy Scout Leader recruiting among Latino Youths in the Bed-Stuy District.

Children at the beach in Riis Park, Brooklyn

Latin youth at Lynch Park, Brooklyn.

Basketball playground in Brooklyn

RKO Bushwick Theater

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What I’m Diggin Wednesday—J Stynze Entertainment

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Hola peeps!  I shouted him out on our FB page a few weeks ago **again you really need to be a fan if you aren’t**  but you should really check out J Stynze Entertainment.  He has been a partner of SNC since day one, as majority of the fashion show/event pics and videos are done by him that you see here.  Now you can not only see images of SNC but his work as a upcoming photographer and videographer. Be sure to check out his tumblr, YouTube, and Twitter pages for more! 

**Check out the backstage scenes of Robb Scott’s video –”Soprano“.  All exclusive  by J Stynze Entertainment for SNC.  Thank you!!!

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Soul of Brooklyn Week

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Hola peeps!  I hope that all is good with you.  NYC in the summertime is just the best—street fairs, outdoor concerts, block parties, and Mr. Softee!  All of which brings me to the post at hand—Soul of Brooklyn Week.  Art. Fashion. Music. Food.  What more could you want?  Tons of activities are going on so why not check it out.  Enjoy! 

 

 

 

TUESDAY JUNE 21, 2011

Music on Myrtle: Celebrate the Summer Solstice
Presented by Make Music New York
Hosted by: Shantrelle P. Lewis
Location: Myrtle Avenue, Fort Greene, BK
Trains: G to Clinton – Washington Ave.

As part of the annual Make Music New York festivities, musicians will grace the streets, shops, and restaurants of Myrtle Avenue. Live music will be featured at Move with Grace, Five Spot, SoCo, Brooklyn Stone Boutique, Cake Joy, Kiini Ibura, and Sans Souci. Please visit soulofbrooklyn.com for exact performance times.

WEDNESDAY JUNE 22, 2011

Rip the Runway: Brooklyn’s Fashion Outdoors
Presented by MoCADA
Hosted by: Renee Collymore
Location: MoCADA, 80 Hanson Pl. Fort Greene, BK 11217
Trains: C to Lafayette Ave, G to Fulton Street or trains at Atlantic Ave/Pacific St. Station
Time: 6PM – 8PM; FREE

Get ready for models rocking designs from Brooklyn’s hottest young designers. Watch as they take on an outdoor catwalk in the heart of Fort Greene, Brooklyn. See the latest designs and enjoy free refreshments as DJ Trauma provides the soundtrack to an evening of fashion.

THURSDAY JUNE 23, 2011

Brooklyn Shops Brooklyn
Presented by The Shops of Lewis Avenue (SoLA)
Hosted by: Dist. Leader Robert Cornegy, Jr.
Location: Lewis Avenue, Bed-Stuy, BK (between Decatur Street & Halsey Street)
TraIns: A or C Train to Utica Ave.
Time: 7PM – 10PM; FREE

Join SoLA for an evening of shopping, food, and live entertainment. Special offerings and discounts will be available at The Shops of Lewis Avenue, in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn. Participating businesses include: Little Red Boutique, House of Art, Peaches, and Therapy Wine Bar.

FRIDAY JUNE 24, 2011

SoLA Summer Solstice
Presented by The Shops of Lewis Avenue (SoLA)
Location: Akwaaba Mansion, 347 MacDonough Street, Bed-Stuy, BK
Trains: A, C to Utica Ave.
Time: 6:30PM – 9:30PM $30 Before June 19; $40 After

Join SoLA for the 2nd Annual celebration of the Sun Season in the courtyard of the Akwaaba Mansion Bed and Breakfast. Gather with neighbors as you enjoy five courses of locally prepared food paired with summer wines. Advance ticket sales only. For more information, visit http://www.shopsoflewisave.com.

Brooklyn Shorts
Presented by ActNow Foundation & Media MVMT
Hosted by: Latrice Monique Walker, Esq.
Location: Common Grounds, 376 Tompkins Avenue, Bed-Stuy, BK
Trains: A, C to Nostrand Ave.
Time: 8PM – 10:30PM

ActNow and Media MVMT have curated an outdoor screening of short films by Brooklyn’s most cutting edge filmmakers. Enjoy refreshments and films under the stars.

SATURDAY JUNE 25, 2011

Fort Greene Festival featuring Mos Def
Location: Fort Greene Park
Trains: B, D, N, Q, R to DeKalb Ave.
Time: 12PM – 10PM; FREE

Taking place in historic Fort Greene Park, this year’s Fort Greene Festival headlines Mos Def, alongside a line up of live musical performances, and a taste of Brooklyn’s diverse culture and cuisine. Bring a blanket, bring your friends, and enjoy a full day of food, shopping, and live music in Fort Greene Park.

HCX Summer: Film Screening: When the Drum is Beating

DATE / TIME: Saturday, June 25th/ 7-10pm
LOCATION: FiveMyles Gallery, 558 St Johns Place, Brooklyn, NY 11238: Google Map take the 2, 3, 4,or 5 to Franklin Avenue.
ADMISSION: Free

Please join us for a screening of When the Drum is Beating (2011), a film by Whitney Dow. The film follows one of Haiti’s most celebrated bands, Septentrional, weaving together the lives of the band members and Haitian history up to the earthquake of January 2010. A more comprehensive picture of today’s Haiti is painted by deconstructing the context of the Haitian music scene against the backdrop of corrupt regimes and subsequent economic strife. Yet, in the end the film is a brilliant celebration of Haitian perseverance and music.
As part of this special warm up for our fall Haitian film festival that is quickly approaching, we’ll be cooling down with rum punch, cola lakaye (Haitian cola), and paté. So come out, kick back and enjoy the first film screening of the Haiti Cultural Exchange Film Festival. Seating is limited; please RSVP to regine@haiticulturalx.org.

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Save the Date….Tweet Your Face Off w/The Style & Beauty Doctor

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Hola peeps! If you aren’t busy this Saturday, Jan 29th then you should roll out to the Tweet Your Face Off Social Networking Party.  It is being hosted by Nasilele Photography and The Style and Beauty Doctor.  It seems like it will be lots of fun with make-up, photography and drinks!  What more can you ask for on a Saturday evening.  Click any of the links for more details.  See you there!

Saturday, January 29, 2011 from 6-10PM
307 Hancock Street, Brooklyn, NY 11216
RSVP at hello@tweetyourfaceoff.com

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Save the Date—Saturday Style Session at Karen’s Body Beautiful

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Shot_08_054Hola! Welcome to the middle of the week!  Just wanted to fill you in that on Saturday, Jan 22nd Karen’s Body Beautiful will be having another “Saturday Style Sessions”.  If you are local or will be in the NYC area check  it out;  this event is great for transitioners, newly naturals, and curious onlookers.  From 1pm -3pm you can engage in conversations about hairstyles, hair care and steps to get started.

I think that this is a great way to meet other naturals and an even better support system for those that feel alone in their natural hair journey.  The admission is only $25 which includes a gift bag and 15% off of your purchase that day.  Please click here for more details. Hope to see you there!

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