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WHEN: Tuesday, March 25, 7pm
WHERE: Carolina Ale House at Brier Creek
WHY: The weather's getting nice! 

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"Chicago Style" Steppin Party & Class after Womens Empowerment 2008 Raleigh-Durham, NC
THIS SATURDAY 3.29.08 8PM Advanced tickets just $15 online (BUY NOW ) | (WATCH VIDEO)
Carolina Steppers Connection teams up with The NeoSemantic Online News for a steppin party - The Grown & The Sexy - Dance Like No One's Watching, a Chicago Style Steppin event with free beginners class and hors d'oeuvres. Workshops (beginners & intermediate...free to ticket holders) taught by Chicago's own and nationally known steppin instructor, SteppinB WHEN: Saturday, March 29th 08:00 to 10pm Free Dance Lessons for Ticket Holders 09:30 to 11:30pm Heavy Hors' Dourves for Ticket Holders 10:30 - 2:00am - Dance Like No One's Watching TICKETS: $15 Online by 3-28 @6pm Purchase Online Tickets Here with Paypal: http://www.neosemantics.com/buytix.html DRESS CODE: Chic & Classy Business Attire WHERE: Hilton RTP, 4810 Page Creek Lane, Durham, NC 27703 HOTEL ROOMS: $100, contact us for details www.neosemantics@gmail.com WEBSITE: http://www.neosemantics.com/steppers.html   Advanced tickets just $15 online (BUY NOW ) | (WATCH VIDEO) Event sponsored by EAC Solutions (Web Design, Brand Marketing, and Strategy Consulting) proceeds go to Heroes for the American Red Cross
Meet Brian Patterson aka SteppinB, The "Chicago Style" Steppin Instructor PO BOX 7004, Torrance, California 90504 Visit Web Site Here
TRAINING:  1998-1999 Local South Side Classes• Chicago, Illinois - etiquette and teaching techniques               EXPERIENCE:  2001-Present     Instructor Steppin B's Workshop Provide lessons for men and women on basics, advanced and floor etiquette for both group and individual students Group classes: Mondays, Thursdays & Fridays averaging 60 students per class Provide technical lessons for Assistant Instructors Create basic drill routines for practice, presentations, and contests Prepare students to participate on television stepping shows Prepare students to participate in steppin competitions   2003 & 2004    Instructor                 Festival at Sea and Weekend at Sea Cruises Provide group lessons on the basics and floor etiquette  2007    Instructor     Moonlight Cruise Position No. 9 Provide group lessons on the basics and floor etiquette  1999-2001 Assistant Instructor Assisted various Stepping instructors on basic, advanced and floor etiquette, utilizing both the eight and six counts.     PERSONAL ACHIEVEMENTS:  2006- present: maintains the largest weekly class in the Nation 2005:  V103 Worlds Largest Stepper Contest 1st Place Winner of Trio Category Advance Class Couple to 1st Place Win in Beginners Category  2005: Qal Care (Houston, TX) Master Stepper Competition 1stPlace Winner 2004: Featured in R. Kelly's "Happy People " Music Video 2004: V103 Worlds Largest Stepper Contest .3rd Place Winner 2004: V103 Worlds Largest Stepper Contest. Advance 2Couples to Beginner Finals 2004: Milwaukee's Largest Stepper Contest 1st Place Winner  Advance Class Couple to 1st Place Win in Beginners Category 2003: 1st Annual Stepper Compete 1st Place Winner of Trio Category 2002: Salaam Productions 2nd Place Winner of Instructors Category 2001 & 2002: Mr. G's Stepper's Contest 1st Place Winner of Couples Category 1999 & 2000: V103 World Largest Steppers Contest Finalist in Three Categories 1999 – 2003: Numerous Smaller Competitions 1st Place in various Categories    NEOSEMANTICS.COM INTERVIEW Why did you first start SteppinB Workshop? SteppinB: Steppin' B's Workshop was started in the south suburbs of Chicago for people who didn't want to travel to the city for classes.  Since that time it has become a nationwide endeavor. Why did you decide upon this Workshop strategy?  Has your strategy changed since the beginning, if so why? SteppinB: I devised my current workshop strategy to service various skill levels at the same time during a two hour setting.  This style of teaching has remained the same over the years with minor changes to appeal to all ages. How are you unique or different from other instructors? SteppinB: My uniqueness stems from the understanding I acquired while I was a student.  I realized that not everyone will learn the same way; therefore, I use different techniques to make the student understand. That can vary from my choice of words, type of music, or even tone of voice.  No one is left behind and I ensure that everyone learns something, even if it's just improving on what they already know.  Students who didn't quite understand instruction from others will understand Steppin B. What is your goal in spreading steppin as an art form? SteppinB: That will depend on the goal and mission of that particular group.  Steppin B's Workshop's goal is to introduce this dance to communities who have not had the exposure to Steppin.   What type of person attends a SteppinB Workshop? SteppinB: Usually, the age group is mid 30 - mid 50's in the average weekly workshops.   This particular age group can appreciate Steppin music and is looking for something to do at social events so that they are not sitting.   What should customers expect in the years to come? SteppinB: We've introduced this dance to 4 new cities and 2 new organizations.  Making Steppin' a world renowned dance is the goal, whether it be for exercise, health, entertainment, or just casual dancing.  Also, expect Volume 2 of the Instructional DVD in late Summer of 2008.   What else do you want your loyal customers to know? SteppinB: Chicago Steppin' is a dance, embrace it for whatever you choose, whenever.  It takes time and practice to really get it.

The April HBCU Gathering is fast approaching.  The conference is scheduled for April 7, 8 and 9th in Atlanta, Georgia.  There at three tracks at this first of its kind conference: Customer Service at HBCU's campuses: featuring success stories and Mr. Greg Gray one of the nation's dynamic speakers on this subject. Alumni and alumni relations Executive Assistant and/or senior administrative assistant's professional development featuring facilitation from former members of the Center for Creative Leadership. Depending on your track all conference participants will be involved in Mr. Gray's presentations.   Please review the materials and consider coming and or forward the email to other parties who are concerned about alumni relations and alumni association, customer service on our campuses and executive assistants or administrative assistants who are looking forward to upward mobility with the company.    Make your reservations at the Renaissance Hotel in Atlanta at 1-800-468-3571 and state your with the HBCU Gathering group Make your conference registration through at the HBCUgathering website at www.HBCUgathering.com. or review the materials through the attached link and fax your conference registration materials.  For any questions regarding registration you can call Ms. Daniella Cook at 919-423-5140 or Mr. David Hoard at 336-404-3090.   Looking forward to seeing you Atlanta
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MEET Carolinas' Steppers  To introduce, promote, and spread Chicago Style Steppin throughout The East Carolinas' Steppers Connection desires to preserve the elegance and gracefulness associated with the artful dance called Chicago Steppin. By providing quality, upscale "Chicago Style Steppin" instructional workshops and elegant affairs aka Steppers Sets, one is able to experience the elegance of times before.  "Steppin in the Carolinas," is a series of steppin events hosted by CSC throughout North Carolina providing instruction in Chicago Style Steppin.  We specialize in bringing in experienced instructors known for their style, elegance, gracefulness, and preservation of the original Chicago Style.  Each workshop will equip the stepper with the tools to dance with some of Chicago's greatest steppers regardless of their dance level or ability.  Expect to learn the basics, tempo, locating the beat, and focusing on basic beginner patterns.    - TaWanna L. Archia, Founder Carolinas' Steppers Connection

 

 

EVENT DETAILS Hilton Raleigh-Durham at Research Triangle Park 4810 Page Creek Lane, Durham, NC 27703 (map) Time   Saturday, March 29th 08:00 to 10pm Free Dance Lessons 09:30 to 11:30pm Heavy Hors' Dourves 10:30 - 2:00am - Dance Like No One's Watching! Tix: Purchase Here :http://www.neosemantics.com/buytix.html Dress Code: Chic & Classy Business Attire Contact  WebDesign@EACsolutions.com Tickets & Details: http://www.neosemantics.com/steppers.html   Chicago Style Steppin Event in RDU - Carolinas' Steppers Connection teams up with NeoSemantic Online News -Neosemantics.com proceeds go to the Heroes for the American Red Cross campaign
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What is Steppin? Steppin is quickly becoming one of the most popular African American dance forms throughout the West Coast and Midwest and is affectionately referred by several names throughout the country. The dance is based on a six or eight count step with a universal appeal which is slowly becoming a household name in many African-American communities. Steppin originated in Chicago's African-American communities during the 1950's and 1960's. It evolved from various dances such as the bop, the catwalk, and other dances that utilize striding, gliding, dipping, and bopping to African-American big band's music. Steppin is not just a dance; it's an art form and a way of life. This dance is taken very seriously by many Chicago natives. Steppin is an essential and important part of African American history. It is the embodiment of Chicago tradition with its Jazz, Blues, Hip Hop, Funk, R&B, and all such art forms intertwined. Steppin should be preserved, revered, and honored because of its longevity. This beautiful dance is filled with flair, drama, style, dress, music, excitement, unity, partnership, communication. More importantly, it is a part of our history. You must experience it to understand it. Come see what the hype is about. The dance is addictive and good for your emotional and physical health. Steppin is tradition, history, art, culture, lifestyle, excitement, entertainment, music, fashion, sound, unity, and much, much more packaged in the form of an energetic and dynamic dance. **Information compiled and paraphrased by Dan Land of Steppers Express.**     Become an American Red Cross Hero!  Around the world, around the nation, around the corner – there is a place where people help others in need. When people will give whatever they can to feed and clothe victims of an unimaginable disaster a world away or a state away Where business owners and community organizations raise funds to help provide food and shelter for thousands of people who have lost their homes and livelihoods whether they be in Southeast Asia, Florida or down the street Where a person will choose to leave the comfort of her own bed on a cold night to bring warmth and comfort and hope to a neighbor she may not know and may never see again   That place is Durham, NC, and those kind people are generous residents and the trained and compassionate volunteers of the Central North Carolina Chapter of the American Red Cross. The Red Cross is ready to respond to the emergency needs of each and every community, no matter how large or small the disaster.   For more than 90 years our local Red Cross chapter has provided our communities with heroes; volunteers who saved lives and helped countless families survive and recover from disasters. Now we are asking you to be a HERO for the American Red Cross by participating in our chapter's 2008 HEROES campaign.   To become a HERO for the American Red Cross, you or your organization agrees to raise a minimum of $1,000 through any legal means you choose.  You or a representative of your organization will be recognized in a full-page newspaper advertisement that will appear during of the campaign.   If you are interested in becoming a Hero, please email gonyeaudn@usa.redcross.org . A representative of the Central North Carolina Chapter will contact you to discuss your business or organization's participation in this humanitarian effort.   Sign up for Volunteer Center of Durham's 13th Annual The Great Human Race on Sat, March 29th at 9:30am. This is a 5K run or walk offered as a fundraising event to all Triangle nonprofit and public agencies. Register to run or walk in this year's race and you can help your favorite agency continue its good work in our local community. On the day of the race, all participants should plan to arrive at the Durham Bulls Athletic Park between 8:30am and 9:00am, rain or shine. Opening ceremonies begin at 9:15am. Door prizes will be drawn du ring opening ceremonies. The competitive run/walk portion of the race begins at 9:30 and the nonprofit walk begins at 9:35am. Everyone is invited to the celebration at the conclusion of the race -- refreshments will be served and awards for runners will be presented. Contact Tammy Dorfman, Special Projects Coordinator, at (919) 688-8977 x23 or race@thevolunteercenter.org with any questions about the race.   Radio One of Raleigh presents Women's Empowerment 2008 Site: www.womensempowermentexpo.com This fabulous event has become a tradition for women of the Triangle. For an entire day woman are dazzled with an amazing fashion show, a vendor pavilion, informative seminars, and unforgettable performances by national recording artists and celebrity autograph sessions. WE 2008 is a high energy, high profile event that targets African American women of all ages. Now in its 14th year, Women's Empowerment has been uplifting, empowering and entertaining women, while educating and engaging them in discussions about issues that affect them. The 2008 Keynote Speaker is the National Recording Artist Patti LaBelle! Women's Empowerment 2008 promises to educate, enlighten and entertain audiences of all ages. WE 2008 is an experience not to be missed! For information on the March 29, 2008 at RBC Center, go HERE.

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