V 101.9's Public Service Announcements
If you have an event or program that you would like to see listed on V1019.com contact: Beatrice Thompson, News & Public Affairs Director-WBAV 101.9 FM at (704) 227-8708, (704) 227-8985 (fax) or email: bthompson@v1019.com or send them to 1520 South Blvd, Suite 300, Charlotte, NC 28203.
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CANCER MATTERS RESOURCE GUIDE
If you or someone you know is touched by Cancer, you need information that is current and easy to use. The “Cancer Matters Resource Guide” is a FREE directory of cancer care resources in the Charlotte area. Published by Cancer Matters, an independent cancer support organization, and United Healthcare, the guide includes local oncology physicians, home health care, family support groups and much more. The “Cancer Matters Resource Guide” is available at many local doctors offices and online at www.MyCancerHub.com.
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PEEP SCHOLARSHIPS OPEN FOR APPLICANTS
--The Pride Entrepreneur Education Program (PEEP) scholarships for 2008 are open for students to apply. Special consideration will be given to students at Phillip O.Berry Academy of Technology and West Charlotte High School and other individuals seeking specialized training.
Final decisions about 2008 scholarships will be made by July 30, 2008. For more information & applications, contact Pauline Feimster @ (704) 375-9553.
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SCHOLARSHIP FOR CHARLOTTE-MECKLENBURG STUDENTS
Jan. 2008—May 2008
The Edna R. Anthony Scholarship is being offered by BECA, Inc., an organization striving for excellence in the community by partnering with non-profit organizations. The organization will award scholarships to qualifying Charlotte Mecklenburg students. Deadline for applications is May 30, 2008. To apply for the scholarship, high school seniors should visit: www.womenofBECA.com or www.scholarshipplus.com/charmeck or ask their school guidance counselor for an application. For more information students may also call (704) 236-6067.
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THE POWER TO END STROKE
-- You have the Power to End Stroke!! The health campaign is an education and awareness effort that embraces and celebrates the culture, energy, creativity and lifestyles of African Americans. It unites African Americans to make an impact on the high incidence of stroke within the community. For more information on how you can get involved, contact Regina Fleenor, American Heart Association/American Stroke Association @ (704) 940-4018 or regina.fleenor@heart.org.
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LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEER COACHES
March –TFN
Xtreme Youth Sports of the Carolinas is a non-profit family owned organization located in Lake Wylie, S.C. The organization is looking for volunteer coaches for this season in Football, Basketball, Soccer, Baseball, Fishing & other sports. Children participating range in ages from 6—15 years. For more information on the organization or to volunteer, call Jack Evans at (803) 831-9549 or (704)491-1481.
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2008 POP CELEBRATION & PANEL DISCUSSION
***WBAV COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP***
May 15 (Thursday)
A panel discussion on “Race Matters: Politics” will highlight the 2008 celebration of People of Prominence, or POP—an annual affair to benefit the Charlotte Post Foundation.
The event will be held at Grand Central in Central Avenue, starting with a social hour at 6pm. Immediately following will come political insights from the panel of well-known community leaders from Charlotte and the Triangle. The event will be moderated by WBAV 101.9FM News & Public Affairs Director Beatrice Thompson.
The Charlotte Post Foundation promotes quality education for secondary and college level African-American students in the Charlotte area. Each year the foundation recognizes the top African-American seniors in the Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools and awards them scholarships to the institutions of their choice. For more information on tickets go to www.ez-tixx.com or www.charlottepost.com or contact Ellison Clary @ (704) 344-0893.
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COMMUNITY LINK FUNDRAISING BREAKFAST
May 16 (Friday)
Community Link invites you to their signature Fundraising Breakfast on Friday, May 16th at 7:30am at the Westin Hotel to hear former San Antonio Mayor & U.S. Secretary of HUD Henry Cisneros. Community Link provides services for Travelers Aid, Casework Services, Supportive & Rental housing programs & homeownership programs. For ticket information to this fundraiser, call (704) 943-9506.
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3RD ANNUAL SERVANT LEADERSHIP AWARDS
May 16 (Friday)
You are invited to the 3rd Annual Servant Leadership Awards, Friday, May 16th at 6:30pm the Hilton Executive Center, 5624 West Park Drive. The event, sponsored by Chapel of Christ the King, honors community leaders who contribute to the efforts in support of Optimist Park & Villa Heights Community. This year’s honorees include: Sue Coonen—community volunteer; Anne Davant—retiree & former Director of Volunteer Services of Crisis Assistance Ministry; Anthony Foxx—Charlotte City Councilmember & HELP (Helping Empower Local People)—the consortium of 50 area churches. For ticket information, contact John Burton @ (704) 605-5153 or (704) 334-3097.
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WADDELL COMMUNITY YARD SALE
May 17 (Saturday)
Students & staff of Waddell High School in Charlotte invite you to their Community Yard Sale Saturday, May 17th from 7am—1pm. All proceeds raised form table registrations will provide $1,000.00 scholarships for 2-4 students to any college or university. E.E. Waddell is located on Nations Ford Road. For information call (980) 343-6769.
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FREE FUTURE READY EDUCATORS CONFERENCE
May 17 (Saturday)
The Greater Charlotte Alliance of Black School Educators will host a “Future Ready Educators”—Conference for High School Students, Saturday, May 17th from 8am—1pm at Crown Point Elementary School – Sam Newell Road, Matthews. Teacher Cadet Candidates, AVID Students & future teachers are invited to learn more about how to prepare for a successful future in their chosen career.
The conference is FREE to all participants. For additional information contact Ann Marie Clinton @ (980) 343-6288 or a.clinton@cms.k12.nc.us.
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4TH ANNUAL SILENT AUCTION & DINNER
May 17 (Saturday)
You can support Jay M.Robinson High School for their 4th Annual Silent Auction & Dinner on Saturday, May 17th. See the greatest display of NASCAR memorabilia in a silent & live auction format. The event is hosted by the Jay M. Robinson High School PTSO, Athletic & Band Boosters, and is aligned with the NASCAR Nextel All Star Challenge. The Dinner will be held from 10:00am—1:00pm at Carrabba’s Italian Grill – well before the race at Lowes Motor Speedway. For more details on this fundraiser, contact Melissa Young at (704) 793-1434 or Dave Parisi at (704) 788-4500 or dparisi@cabarrus.k12.nc.us.
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ANNUAL MAY FESTIVAL
May 17 (Saturday)
The Belmont Center Branch Library’s Annual May Festival is set for Saturday, May 17 from 10am—2pm. Entertainment, games, raffles & door prizes. WBAV 101.9FM Midday host, “Chirl Girl” will emcee the event. Come out to meet authors, including Cheryl Mayfield Brown, author of “Cooking to keep Him”. For directions & more details, call (704) 336-2470.
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1ST ANNUAL SMITHVILLE COMMUNITY FESTIVAL
May 17th (Saturday)
The historic Smithville community in Cornelius is hosting its 1st Annual Smithville Community Festival. The event takes place on Saturday, May 17th from Noon—9:00pm, at the SmithvilleCommunity Center—19412 S. Hill Street, Cornelius.
The event is a fundraiser for the Smithville community summer camp. For more information on vendors, Call Milton Howard @ (704) 392-3225.
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ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT PANEL DISCUSSION
May 17 (Saturday)
United BlackNificient Afrikan Descendants of Slaves in America presents a panel discussion on economic empowerment, Empowerment Bill of rights and more. Saturday, May 17th 2pm—5:30pm @ the Freedom Regional Library, 1230 Alleghany Street (off Freedom Drive). The event is free & open to the public. For more details, contact Amirah Muhammad Azadi @ ubadosia4rar@hotmail.com.
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DANCING & DRUMMING EXTRAVAGANZA
May 17 (Saturday)
Come out for a talent Extravaganza!! The Kabaka Dancers & Drummers invites you to enjoy dancing & drumming by its members, who range in age from 7 to 67 years. The event will be held at the Parish Life Center of Our Lady of Consolation, 1235 Badger Court (off Statesville Ave.) in Charlotte. Various talent groups from Charlotte & the surrounding areas are scheduled to perform. Funds will support educational and cultural enrichment programs offered by the community group. For ticket information, call (704) 299-7432 or (704) 641-3108.
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4TH ANNUAL JACAL GALA
May 17 (Saturday)
The Fourth Annual Jamaican American Cultural Association Gala will be held on Saturday, May 17th 7pm—1am. All proceeds will benefit educational support services for children in Jamaica & the Charlotte area. For more details, call Hubert Ferguson @ (704) 786-4284or go to www.Jacal.com.
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"STICKS TO BRICKS" DARFUR FUNDRAISING DINNER
*****COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP******
May 17 ( Saturday)
You can help to build a school in the African nation of Sudan, to assist the victims of genocide in the Darfur region. Saturday, May 17th the “Sticks to Bricks” Fundraising Dinner will be held at the Levine Museum of the New South. Art exhibits, music, dining & more. Your tax deductible contribution will be used to assist in the construction of an educational facility for refugees. For more information on the event, go to www.stickstobricks.com or call (704)443-7834.
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JOURNEY THRU THE AFRICAN AMERICAN EXPERIENCE SPRING CONCERT
May 18 (Sunday)
The Charlotte Contemporary Ensemble’s Spring 2008 Concert will be held on Sunday, May18TH @ 5:00M at Dana Auditorium, Queens College 1900 Selwyn Avenue in Charlotte. This year’s concert is entitled:”A Journey thru the African-American Experience. For ticket information, call (704) 645-7132.
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MECK DEC 2008
May 20 (Tuesday)
May 20th is recognized as “Meck Dec: Day in Mecklenburg—the day the North Carolina County declared its independence from the British—before the 1776 declaration. On May 20th, South Tryon Street will be closed between Trade & 4th street from 11:30am—2pm. For more information call (704) 336-4400.
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3RD ANNUAL "HATITUDE" LUNCHEON
May 23 (Friday)
May is Older American’s Month & the Stratford Richardson YMCA invites you to its 3rd Annual “Hattitude” Luncheon. The event takes place at the YMCA – 1946 West Boulevard from 11:00am—2:00pm. $20.00 includes lunch, fashion show & participation in the Hat Contest. For more information, call (704) 716-4800.
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28TH ANNUAL SCOTT-ITES FACULTY/ STUDENT REUNION
May 23—25 (Friday, Saturday, Sunday)
The Rock Hill Chapter of the Scott-ites Club will host it 28th Annual Faculty/Student Reunion during the weekend of May 23—25. A parade will be held on Saturday the 24 @ 11:00am. The Scott-ites Club is a non-profit organization that preserves the memory of the former Emmett Scott High School in Rock Hill, S.C. For more details on the planned events, call Johnnie McCoy at (803) 329-0521.
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RUN FOR PEACE AT HOME
May 31 (Saturday)
The Charlotte Run for Peace at Home—an event whose proceeds benefit victims of domestic violence—will beheld on Saturday, May 31, 2008 at McAlpine Creek Greenway, 5715 Monroe Road. Starting at 9:00am, with a men’s 5K race, followed at 9:30am by the Women’s 5K, then an Awards ceremony will be held at 10:15am. For details go to www.charlotterunforpeace.com.
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4TH ANNUAL BACHELOR AUCTION
May 31 (Saturday)
Deltas of Charlotte presents its 4th Annual Bachelor Auction—A Taste of Charlotte. Saturday, May 31st, 7:30pm, at Spirit Square. A reception will begin to 6:00pm. For more information contact Antoinette Cody (704) 281-2765.
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WALK FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE
June 1 (Sunday)
On June 1st, teams from all walks of life will gather to raise money for the youth leadership development programs of the Charlotte Coalition for Social Justice.
The 1.5 mile route thru historic Fourth Ward begins & ends at Gateway Village @ 800 West Trade Street. Registration begins @ 1:00pm; walk begins @ 2:00pm.
Free food & beverages. For details contact coordinator Beth Walker @ (704) 535-9220.
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FEDERAL CONTRACTS FAIR
June 2 (Monday)
Come to a Federal Contracts Fair for North Carolina’s Small Businesses. Talk one-on-one with federal agencies and industry officials to address your business’s needs. The event is Monday, June 2 from 9am-12 noon at the HarrisConferenceCenter in Charlotte. The workshop will focus on competitive contract opportunities available to small businesses. PLEASE RSVP BY FRIDAY, MAY 23RD.
For more information, contact Katie Landi at (202) 224-3154. The event is sponsored by the office of Senator Richard Burr.
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TASTE OF CHARLOTTE
June 6 & 7 (Friday & Saturday)
Taste of Charlotte will be on Tryon Street on Friday June 6th and Saturday, June 7th from 11am-11pm. Sunday hours are 11am-6pm. The fun, family culinary event showcases the food varieties of restaurants across Charlotte. From 6th Street @ North Tryon to MLK (2nd street) & South Tryon will be closed. Streets will reopen by midnight Sunday, June 8th.
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11TH ANNUAL SPARTANBURG, SC HEALTH AWARENESS DAY
June 7 (Saturday)
The 11th Annual Community Health Awareness Day will be held at Mt.MoriahPrimitiveBaptistChurch on Saturday, June 7, 2008 at the church—445 S. Church Street in Spartanburg, S.C. A Health Walk will start at 8:00am. The event will include health screenings, health resources, combined with fun, food and entertainment. Everything is free. For more information contact Sonja Patterson at (864) 706-4435.
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THE BLACK HEALTH EMPOWERMENT TOUR
*********JUNE 14: SAVE THE DATE**********
The Black Health Empowerment tour is coming to Charlotte. The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, in cooperation with Congressman Mel Watt invites you to be a part of an event to explore healthy living, celebrate family and strengthen community during a day featuring:
--Upbeat Health & wellness sessions for women, men & seniors
--FREE health screenings….fitness & cooking demonstrations…fun workshops & activities for children & youth
--The Men’s Zone (Honoring Father’s Day)
FREE Admission—Breakfast and Lunch provided—Pre-register to win great prizes
It’s Saturday, June 14, 2008 from 9:00am—3:30pm at the Stratford Richardson YMCA, 1946 West Boulevard.
Register by phone at 1-888-3532437 or online at www.bheptour.org.
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JUNETEENTH 2008- IN SAILISBURY
June 14 (Saturday)
The Salisbury celebration – Juneteenth 2008 will be held on Saturday, June 14th at the Kelsey Scott Park. The event, celebrated since 1993, is sponsored by the First Legacy Credit Union & Food Lion. The event is free & open to the public. For more information on the festival, contact Sherry Hawthorne at (704) 637-6528.
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CHURCH ANNOUNCEMENTS
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FREE AEROBICS CLASSES
March–TFN
Full Experience Ministries is pleased to announce FREE Aerobics classes. The classes are open to the public. Every fitness level can participate in classes including hi-lo aerobics and kickboxing offered every Monday and Tuesday night at 6:30pm at 2945 Derita Avenue in Charlotte. For additional information on the Full Experience exercise classes, contact Brandi Jackson at (704) 948-8626 or go to www.thefullexperience.net.
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SPRING REVIVAL
May 6 (Tuesday)
Gethsemane Church, 1637 Squire Road in Rock Hill will hold its Spring Revival—every Tuesday in the month of May. May 6: Pastor J. Glenn Gerald-Gethsemane Bapt./Charlotte….. May 13th: Pastor Pete Ross, St. Luke #2 Bapt. Church-Sharon, S.C……. May 20th: Pasto John T. McCoy, Nazareth Bapt. Church/rock Hill…… May 27th: Pastor Herbert C. Crump, Freedom Temple Ministry/Rock Hill. Praise thru song provided by various choirs. For directions and more information, call (803) 325-1888.
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BLACK FAMILY MONTH AT GREEN OAK
May 11—June 15 (Mother’s Day—Father’s Day)
It’s Black Family Month again at Green Oak Missionary Baptist Church of Charlotte. The church invites the Charlotte community to come celebrate from May 11th, Mothers Day through June 15th, Father’s Day 2008. Every week, the church will explore and highlight various aspects of faith, history, politics, the family & the community. Join us each Sunday for 11:00am service at the church—1505 Kennon Street. To learn more about Black Family Month, contact Stephanie Berwald at (704) 408-7836 or Rev. Bro. Kojo Nantambu (980) 343-5544 or (704) 599-8904.
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CELEBRATE CHURCH ANNIVERSARY
May 18 (Sunday)
The First Resurrection Church of God in Statesville, N.C. will be celebrating their Church Anniversary on Sunday, May 18th @ 11:00am with their pastor, Lonnie E. Gray. At 4:00pm, Pastor Barbara Imes from Lily’s Chapel in Statesville will bring the afternoon message. The church is located at 1010 Shelton Ave. in Statesville.
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THE CASSELL SINGERS 2008 CONCERT
May 18 (Sunday)
St. Stephens African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church presents the Cassell Singers 2008 Concert on Sunday, May 18th @ 4:00pm. The church is located at 201 West Franklin Boulevard in Gastonia. For information call (704) 861-2005.
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MEMORIAL BENEFIT CONCERT
May 18 (Sunday)
A Memorial benefit concert honoring Glenn Edward Burleigh, African-American sacred music composer. Concert features the Glenn Burleigh Concert Choir of Greensboro & the Friendship Missionary Church Mass Choir. Sunday, May 18th, 5:00pm @ Friendship Missionary Baptist Church, 3400 Beatties Ford Road. For information call (704) 391-6624.
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CONFERENCE 2008- THE LATTER HOUSE GLORY
May 20- 23 (Tuesday- Friday)
Helps Ministries of Deliverance presents “Conference 2008—the Latter House Glory”, Tuesday May 20th thru Friday, May 23rd @ 7:00pm nightly, with Pastor Sandra W. Forney, 2248 East Greenbriar Road in Statesville, N.C. For more information and directions, call (704) 873-5943.
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SEMINAR ON LIVING TRUSTS & LIVING WILLS
May 21 (Wednesday)
The Gold Hill Missionary Baptist Church in Stanley, N.C. invites you to a seminar concerning living trusts, and last wills & testament differences. The church is located at 7447 Old Plank Road in Stanley. For more information, contact Gold Hill Missionary Baptist Church at (704)827-7966 or Sonya Sturdivant at (704)962-1964.
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NEW ZION ANNUAL BUILDING FUND PROGRAM
May 25 (Sunday)
Annual Building Fund Program for the New Zion Missionary Baptist Church, featuring the Church Gospel Chorus in Concert, will take place Sunday, May 25th at 6:00pm, at the church, 217 W. Todd Lane in Charlotte. For directions call (704) 399-4915.
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HALLELUJAH CHORUS 62ND ANNIVERSARY
May 30, June 1 (Friday, Sunday)
The Hallelujah Chorus of Union Bethel A.M.E. Zion Church will be celebrating their 62nd Anniversary on Friday, May 30, 2008 @ 7:00pm and Sunday, June 1, 2008 at 2:30pm. The church is located at 20736 Catawba Avenue in Cornelius, N.C.
For directions call (704) 892-1921.
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2ND USHER BANQUET
June 7 (Saturday)
You are invited to come celebrate the 2nd Annual Sandy River Baptist Association Usher Banquet. It takes place Saturday, June 7, 2008 @ 6:00pm at the Chester Armory in Chester, S.C. The speaker for the event is the Rev. Donnie Dye of Zion Pilgrim Baptist Church. Tickets must be purchased in advance. For more information, contact Bessie Dixon, President at (803) 377-3661, Charleen Land, Chairman at (803)385-2839 or David Saunders, Treasurer at (803) 581-8110.
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