They aren’t the magnets, but it is one of many ways to show your support for Obama 2012 Presidential Re-Election efforts. Click here to get your bumper sticker for free or shop here for other support options. I love this site, I went shopping for a few hours to get Obama gear. You … Continue reading »
Fashion Mood Board
While reading my Lucky mag this week, I saw that Lucky editors are accepting Pinterest mood board submissions from readers and in return you get a shopping list from a Lucky editor. Here is my board http://pinterest.com/harlemsmama/fashion-mood/ Sent it in to pinterest@luckymag.com and am waiting to see what they come up with. It … Continue reading »
DON’T LET THE MAN GET YOU DOWN: Voter ID law breakdown
Not only is this year’s election important because of the candidates running and their platforms, but also because – for the first time in US history – state governments are implementing new voter identification laws that have new hurdles for those desiring to exercise their right to vote. Before every presidential election, you always hear … Continue reading »
City Girl goes Country
I grew up in the city. I love the urban jungle and the constant movement of city life. I have always felt at home in any city I visited as long as it had a few essentials. Those essentials include a shopping district (with clothes that I would actually wear), a coffee shop every few … Continue reading »
Memorial Day 2012
I’m sitting here texting my mother as she is in our nation’s capital tonight and wondering what type of veteran memorials will be happening in Philly tomorrow. I knew that this weekend was big for beach-goers, but Philly had some big events as well. Opening weekend at the Barnes Foundation The long awaited Barnes Foundation … Continue reading »
Jay-Z Proves his Love to Philly with a Two Day Made In America Music Festival
There’s nothing like starting a week in the city with a Monday morning press conference featuring Jay-Z and Mayor Nutter announcing a two day concert in the city of Philadelphia at the end of the summer season. Made In America Teaser Video Made In America, one of my favorite songs from the Watch the Throne … Continue reading »
Free events in Philly this weekend
If you are in Philly looking for a low cost or free event this weekend, try the following: Saturday, April 29 Healthy Kids Day 2012 Ten local YMCA centers will host Healthy Kids Day 2012 from 10 am – 2 pm. This event is aimed at getting children interested in being active and exercising all … Continue reading »