What’s Up at Hue-Man in August?

On August 2, 2008 by D. Bell

Monday, August 4th – 6 PM

William E. Strickland- Making the Impossible Possible MB

Visionary, Genius, Humanitarian are words used to describe William E. Strickland, a man in the business of saving lives. One of the most captivating people you’ll ever meet, his moving and inspirational story will literally have YOU wanting to do more…wanting to be a part of something bigger. Understand how you too can become a part of the national social solution while fulfilling your own dreams and aspirations. Join us on August 4th at 6p.m.

Tuesday, August 5th 1-3 PM. NOTE THE TIMErev. run

Rev Run and Justine Simmons-Take Back Your Family
Did we say functional Reality Show? YES. You heard that right. Everyone told Rev Run that his show “Run’s House” would fail because it was not base enough. He proved them wrong and instead, even in these times of shallow materialism and fragmented families, Rev Run and Justine Simmons have inspired millions of viewers to take back their families. Come and hear their proven principles on raising a family. He’s off on the road with Kidd Rock at 3 PM so note the signing time….just because he wanted to be here at Hue-Man, so show some love.

Saturday, August, 9th -2-4 PM
Salim Washington-Clawing at the Limits of Cool
This is the story of the heated, turbulent collaboration between Miles Davis and John Coltrane that would change the future of jazz and American history as a whole. 20 b&w photos throughout. A LIVE BAND will take you down memory lane and have you tapping your feet to the music of two great Jazz musicians.

Thursday, August 14th – 6PM
Will Towsend–Blueprint to the Ism

ARE YOU LOOKING FOR LOVE? Then this is the event for you! Will Towsend is an expert on dating and love and these series of speed dating exercises are intended to help match you with the man/woman of your dreams. Filled with lots of insight on love and lots of fun to boot this is a wonderful way to meet new people. You must register for this event and fill out a questionnaire.

Friday August 15th - 6PM
Janet Hubert of Fresh Prince of Bel Air

Janet Hubert- starred as Vivian Banks on the sitcom The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air from 1990 to 1993. She also was the original Tantomile in the first Broadway run of Cats. Janet reportedly left the show due to a violation of contract that resulted when she became pregnant; the pregnancy and birth of her character Vivian’s child Nicky Banks was worked into the plot to accommodate the situation. Motherhood for Janet was is her most important role and she has gone on to create a fabulous concept of animation for children of color JG and the BC Kids. Come and join us as we showcase this amazing work.

Saturday, August 16th6PM

Wendell Hanes- 30/30 Career

Want to make 30 grand in 30 seconds? Let Wendell Hanes tell you how. Wendell Hanes has scored over six hundred commercials, promos, and show themes in his decade long career. He has worked with every major advertising client you can think of, from McDonalds to Pepsi to Mercedes Benz to Nike. His work has earned him a prestigious Cannes Lion, a Clio, an Addy, and an Andy. He remains one of the most prolific music composers in the industry.

Monday, August 18th- 6PM

Khalilah Ali-Fighting Weight
Khaliah Ali,The daughter of Muhammad Ali shares her success at overcoming obesity through Lap-Band surgery–a minimally invasive, reversible, and extremely effective choice for drastically overweight people. Fighting Weight: How I Achieved Healthy Weight Loss with “Banding,” a new Procedure that eliminates hunger-forever!
Tuesday, August 19th 6PM
Tracey Moore-Spirited Actor

Acting Coach and Film Director Tracey Moore has coached some of the best known names in the movie business and has helped others such as Busta Rhymes, Eve and Nelly transition from one art form to the next. She has directed some of your favorite commercials for Coco-Cola, Snapple and Nike to name a few. So film hopefuls and Hollywood dreamers, this is your chance. Tracey will also join Mel Jackson Acting Workshop on August 24th as a special guest. See other Hue-Man events below for details.

Wednesday, August 20th 6PM
Marvelyn Brown-Naked Truth
This could NEVER happen to me is the biggest misnomer facing young adults with regards to HIV infection. Ask Marvelyn Brown. The Naked Truth” is a surprisingly hopeful story of how a straight, non-promiscuous, everyday girl contracted HIV and how she manages to stay upbeat, inspired, and more positive about life than ever before.

Thursday, August 21st 6PM

Stephen Carter- Palace Council

USA Today” hailed Carter’s last novel as the perfect summer read. Now the bestselling author of “New England White” and “Emperor Of Ocean Park ” is back with a gripping political thriller set in the era of Watergate and Vietnam.

Friday, August 22, 6PM

Joyce Burnett-Adam’s Belle

Adam’s Belle is the memoir of Isable Washington, a life long Harlem resident who was the wife of Adam Clayton Powell. Her roller coaster life takes us from birth to her 100 year dash as a Belle. Along with her sister Fredi (who starred in Imitation of Life) the two sisters put a roar in the roaring twenties.
Saturday, August 23 4PM
Kenny Hall-Billy and Me

Kenny Hall once sang with the Delfonics. So how did this man born and raised in New Jersey and who sang doowop end up forming a friendship with Billy Carter…yes..the late president’s “redneck” brother. This is story of an unlikely friendship between Hall and Carter and one that dispells the notion that Billy Carter was a “redneck”…in fact Hall contends far from it. The two met while Carter was an Account Executive for American Express.

Tuesday, August 26th 6PM-

Phyllis Montana-LebLanc-Not Just the Levees Broke Hurricane Katrina survivor LeBlanc–featured in Spike Lee’s acclaimed HBO documentary “When the Levees Broke”–offers an astounding and poignant account of her struggle to survive one of the nation’s worst disasters.

Friday, August 29th 6PM
Tuesday P. Brooks-What to Do When Things Don’t Change.

There are times when we feel stuck in our cocoons “of becoming” yet God is at work in our lives, Dont give up hope, dont give up the fight, your destiny awaits you.

August 30th 2PM
First Voices Series
Hue-Man’s popular series for first time authors. Are we likely to discover the next E.Lynn Harris or Terrie McMillan? My guess is yes, but why not join us, take a listen, and then you can decide if we have found the new VOICE.

CALLING ALL DREAMERS
In September Hue-Man will begin conducting a nine part series for KIDS using Kevin Caroll’s “What’s Your Rubber Ball” Book. Only ten boys ages 5-10. Sign up today!

MORE HUEMAN EVENTS!

Every Sunday from 4-7 PM, join Mel Jackson and Q as they conduct an ACTING workshop for Hollywood hopefuls.

August 25th 6 PM – 360 Degrees of Hue-Manity Open Mic

Join us for this very special open mic! Come sit in and participate in the hottest literary poetry reading around.

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