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Happy Holidays

The Nubian Dreams crew wishes all of you Happy Holidays. By this time you have bought your presents, wrapped them and have given them out to all your friends and family. Your thoughtfulness brought smiles to their faces.

Hopefully we will get a change to bring a smile to yours.

We wish you the best in 08.

Nubian Dreams Lounge Sails Off

They always say that the first one is the hardest. Well this was no exception. The weather forecast for the weekend was dire. Snow, rain, and hail. That's the way the news played it up, like it was going to be the blizzard of the year. Well, thank God over 150 special people threw caution to the wind and braved the elements to not only attend the launch of the Nubian Dreams Lounge but also to celebrate the 50th birthday of the Nubian Dreams co-founder, James Saunders.

The evening began with music/video wall showing images of the Carnival Miracle Ship as well as events that James and Laurence have produced over the years. It showed the audience what they could expect onboard the upcoming Nubian Dreams Cruise, which will depart New York City on October 8-16, 2008. It was followed by entertainment hosted by ButtaFlySoul, an amazing talent. Next up followed a full show by the legendary comedienne, Tammy Peay. Although Butta and Tammy met for the first time that night they performed magic together. So much so that they are putting together a special routine for the next Nubian Dreams lounge which is scheduled for Jan. 27, 2008, at the Taj Lounge - 48 W. 21st Street in NYC. More about that later.

The music pumped, first by the secret sounds of DJ Calvin Smith, who in my opinion is one of the most under-rated DJ's in NYC. He was followed by DJ Poison Ivy, who kicked too. She will be back next month as our special guest DJ for the evening. Bringing an end to the 5pm - 10pm party was the legendary DJ Fred Pierce, the longtime partner and friend of James.

Wow...I could write for hours, but I can't right now. In the next few days we will be bring you pictures and videos of the event. Mark your calendars for the next Nubian Dreams Lounge on Sunday, January 27.

Special thanks go out to so many people, but I will just name a few here. To my girl Alexis, our promoter partner, who came out, even though she had so many other personal obligations that she sacrificed to be there. My boy, Greg, who walked in the freezing cold to take care of an emergency for us. Our traveling partner, Jerry T., who picked up some slack and give out the Nubian Dreams promotional material. The staff of Taj Lounge, who welcomed us with open arms. I have worked many venues all over the world and never have I been treated better...not even at Caesars Palace. Next Magazine, for sending their photographer to document this special evening. The event would not have been a success without the audience showing up with a great attitude, wearing the name tags and being open to networking. The women came out in force, too. They especially appreciated the special "Go Magazine" lounge, located on the mezzanine of this wonderful space.

We had long ago decided that we wanted to make the opening event something special and to be free to guests, however we also thought it would be great to offer an opportunity for our guests to give to a worthy organization in need. On Friday evening before the event we thought about MCCNY Homeless Shelter. They do wonderful work housing the homeless teens who have nowhere else to go. We got in touch with the Executive Director. Within one hour they graciously accepted our offer of support and committed to send two volunteers down to collect donations. That night our guests gave generously to the tune of $586.00!!!!!.

As a token of appreciation with the help of two wonderful people, photographer Ripp Bowman, who donated two lovely photo posters from his collection, and the skillful massage art of Mkuno, who donated a 15-minute massage to those who donated $15.00 of more. Thanks guys for caring.Look forward to our upcoming posts with pictures and more commentary.

Nubian Dreams is produced by: JS Marketing Group, LLC Sponsored by:Home Box Office, Next Magazine, Clik Magazine Bleu Magazine, Go Magazine, BGM NewsAffiliates: Sizzle Miami 08, Sizzle Miami Her 08, Gay Happenings, Chocolate City Fest, LGBT Bahia GuideWith our promoter partners around the world.

The Day is Upon Us

The night we have been waiting for is here. Tomorrow as you know is the launch party for the monthly Nubian Dreams Lounge at Taj 48 W. 21st. Street in New York City. Here are the new developments since my last post.

• We are proud to support the MCCNY Homeless Youth Services organization and Sylvia's Place for our first Nubian Dreams event. This group who works with MCC Church to provide much needed shelter for homeless gay and lesbian youth in NYC. These are the kids that no one seems to want. Sylvia's place takes them in. Since tomorrow event is free we will be suggesting a $5.00 donation be given to this worthy organization. Representives will be on hand to gratefully receive it. If you can't make to the event please check out the website and give what you can. Click here to make a donation. You will be blessed. As a extra incentive to give the amazing massuer Mikono will be on hand to give free mini massages at the club to those who give a donation of $15.00 or more to the Homeless Youth Services group.


• Who is Mkono? - one of the most professional massage therapist I have worked with. His personality is calm and comfortable. His hands are magic. Mkono takes his job seriously and treats both men and women with respect and works to get all the kinks out. Mkono will be setting shop up on the Nubian Dreams Cruise. He already has appointments for the cruise. I know why. Contact him to make an appointment soon. If you are at the Nubian Dreams Lounge tomorrow night you will get to try him out. He is donating his skills and giving massages to those who donate $15.00 or more to the Homeless Youth Services. A 15 minute massage you will never forget. Come by and say hello.

and there is more....

Also tomorrow you will hear the soulful sounds of four DJ legends in NYC. Andre Collins, Fred Pierce, Poison and DJ Calvin will be playing at the Nubian Dreams Lounge. This have never happened before. It will be off the hook.

and even more


Comedian Tammy Peay will be returning to New York City to support her longtime friend James Saunders as we celebrate his birthday. Tammy performed many times during our Black Pride NYC days. You don't want to miss her. Welcome back sistah. Nico the male illusionist will join us and other guest surprises.

Last but not least...welcome back the amazing talents of ButtaFlySoul. Catch him before his TV show comes out. This man is going to be BIG. Come early...doors open at 5pm, Happy Hour from 5pm-8pm, Showtime at 8pm. Dress code applies. See you there.

Wonderful World of Entertainment in NYC

Last week we rushed to see the Color Purple in NYC with Fantasia. When we got to the theater we were met by a huge line. Fantasia had called in sick and half of the sold out house was cancelling. Let me tell you, I am so glad we stayed because the cast was on FIRE. Headed by the talented Montego Glover as Ms. Celie (role of Fantasia) the show took on a life of it's own. Ms. Glover is not only a great singer but an excellent actress as well. We were very impressed and glad we stayed. The music conducted by Ms. Linda Twine was on point and all the performances were spectacular. Sometimes it is great to see a show with understudies because that is their time to shine. I will return to see Fantasia before she leaves in early January. Next time a star cancels in a show on Broadway give the understudy a shot. By the way, if you are coming to the Nubian Dreams Cruise from out of town perhaps you want to make time to see this wonderful show. Chaka Khan is up next.

Now let's go to the movies. Last Friday we had the pleasure of screening a very special movie called Dirty Laundry which was written, directed and produced by Maurice Jamal. It was exceptional. It says the things that many feel. The complexity of the characters and family relationships expload on the screen. Not often have I seen such sensitivity woven so perfectly with comedy & drama. Hats off to the production team and actors. Each one of them performed exceptionally. Go see it the first week it is out in your area. You won't be disappointed. Oh one more thing. The big opening previews in NYC and LA shows what power we have when we work together. My hope is that if this venture is successful which I think it will be that the producers and promoter team will use there power to promote others as others have promoted them. That is where we often fall short. Time will tell. Happy Holidays. Here is the preview.

A Week of Special Moments

This Sunday, Dec. 16th, 2007 from 5pm-10pm for the launch of the Nubian Dreams Lounge we come together to celebrate a very special birthday for a legend, James Saunders III. This is a golden time for James where the wisdom of life comes together. With 30 years of experience developing parties, trips and events for same gender loving people he continues to seek new opportunities. A testament of his contribution can be seen from the thousands of people who have supported him from the barbershop parties to Black Pride to the White Party Moonlight Cruise and now with his new partnership - the Nubian Dreams Cruise & Lounge.

It is with great pride that James & Laurence welcome you to the Nubian Dreams Lounge. Each month will will produce a different kind of experience. The elements of the lounge are entertainment, networking, music, spoken word, comedy, charity and a overall good time. Bring your business cards and a great attitude. It is about more than a party it is a celebration of the life, history and talent of our same gender loving community. It won't be for everyone but all are welcome to the dream.

Several of James talented friends will be on hand to salute James and they are legends. Where else can you see DJ Fred Pierce, Andre Collins, Poison & DJ Calvin on the same night with a guest host like ButtaFlySoul and the hillarious Ms. Tammy Peay, Nico and a few more surprises. A video tribute and a visual preview of the Nubian Dreams Cruise will be showcased throughout the night. Also on hand will be representatives and promoter partners to answer any questions and take your reservations. Come early because it's free and we expect it to be packed. Dress is grown and sexy - club rules not ours. Happy hour is between 5pm-8pm. Showtime is 8pm. 21+ to get in. Taj Lounge 48 W. 21st. Street @6th Ave., NYC

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New York is Popping this Week

We want to thank all of the promoters who have supported us. Professional courtesy is alive and well with some of us. We also want to thank Earl & Jonathan from After Effects at the Ritz every Thursday night at 46th & 9th Ave. in Manhattan. This afterwork event continues to grow. Calvin Clark, we love you. Langston Lounge is still going strong from Thrus - Sunday in Brooklyn at Franklin & Atlantic Ave.

We ask for your support. We are proud to announce our sponsors thus far for the Nubian Dreams Cruise; Bleu Magazine, GBM News, Go Magazine and Next Magazine. This is a wonderful beginning. These media giants will help us get the word out to the people .

Please take a moment and send an email so they know you are watching and appreciate their support. Believe me one letter and email goes along way. Thank you.

We invite you to join our media sponsor, Go Magazine for their 5th anniversary party. Amy and the staff of Go Magazine have been a supporter of the African American LGBT community for 5 years. When James & I ran Black Pride in NYC GO magazine always supported our efforts with ads, storys and more. We want to congratulate them for 5 long hard years of progress and wish them many more. If you are also a supporter, please don't miss this event. Also write some of your favorite manufacturers and encourage them to buy ads from Go...the best Lesbian Magazine in the country. Visit them online at http://www.gomagazine.com/

Tickets for GO Magazine's highly-anticipated 5th Anniversary Extravaganza on December 6 are selling fast! The event features an exclusive performance by The L Word's Leisha Hailey with her hot new band Uh Huh Her. Buy your tickets early, as this event will most definitely sell out! General Admission tickets are $15 and include an hour of complimentary cocktails between 7-8pm. VIP Tickets are $75 and include access to our star-studded VIP lounge. DJs Storm and Susan Levine will keep you dancing all night!Click here to buy tickets!
GO Mag's 5th Anniversary Extravaganza!
Join Kitty for Cake at Webster Hall on Thursday, December 6th!

This weekend, please support these talented brothers and sisters. Sent a positive message that we count! They count too...the studios, distributors, advertisers and other watch very carefully what we do. Most say we don't exist. Let's show them we are here. Check out the Dirty Laundry website designed by Toyce of Prodigal Sun Designs. He also did the Nubian Dreams website for us.

SPECIAL VIEWING new movie "Dirty Laundry," which opens this Friday in New York. , December 7 at 7:45 p.m. at the Clearview Chelsea Theater.

DIRTY LAUNDRY

Special Viewing With Keith Boykin

Clearview Chelsea Theater
West 23rd Street (between 7th & 8th)
New York, NY 10011

Friday, December 7, 2007

7:45 p.m. Showtime

TICKETS

"Dirty Laundry" tickets are now on sale at the movietickets.com website. Click on the link below to buy tickets for the 7:45 show that I will be hosting.

https://www.movietickets.com/purchase.asp?perf_id=495702521

I encourage you to get your tickets early because they're selling fast.

SHOWTIMES

If you can't make it to the 7:45 show, the movie will be showing at other times as well. The showtimes for the movie are 11:00am, 1:45pm, 4:45pm, 7:45 and 10:45pm. To buy tickets for other times, click on the link below.

http://www.movietickets.com/pre_purchase.asp?house_id=109&movie_id=54848&showdate=3

MEDIA ALERT

I will also be on CNN Headline News on Wednesday, Dec. 5 at 5 p.m. EST to talk about the movie and on Rev. Al Sharpton's radio show from 12:30 to 3 p.m. Wednesday as well.

LOS ANGELES SHOWTIMES

The movie will also be open in theaters in Los Angeles on Friday. I just spoke to the Beverly Center Theater and they said the LA showtimes will be announced later today.

Mann Beverly Center Cinemas
(inside Beverly Center Mall)
8522 Beverly Blvd.
West Hollywood, CA 90048

See The New Website

http://www.dirtylaundrythemovie.com/index.htm

Watch The Trailer

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cJG20kWKikU&feature=related

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IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT

Another great Friday night at Broolyn Oasis! The party will be on hiatus for the next two weeks and return on October 21st. Join us then for even more fun and entertainment. For the best in House Music, Classics and Gospel House, come to Oasis at Chocolate Bar, 45 Waverly St., between Park & Flushing Aves. Doors open at 11pm, $5 before 1am, $10 after. Produced by JS & FP


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Bleu Magazine Joins the Nubian Dreams Adventure

Nubian Dreams is proud to present our latest media sponsor Bleu Magazine. This cutting edge magazine joins Go Magazine and GBM News in helping us get the word out about the Nubian Dreams Cruise and the Nubian Dreams Lounge. Welcome aboard Bleu. Here is one of their latest projects....

FACES NY Inc. and Bleu Magazine in collaboration with the High School of Graphic Communications Arts were honored to present the award of excellence to high school senior Carlos Taveras for his design for the 1st Annual World AIDS Day Poster Contest.

With “Keep The Promise” the message is to remind local and national government officials of the commitment to provide funding that will help stem the growing waves of new HIV infections and provide QUALITY health care for those already infected.

Students were asked to create a poster that would relay the message to our society, our government and ourselves. The research and images put into this project encourages all participants to communicate with each other, discuss the issues and provide opportunities to for decision when it comes to HIV/AIDS. “My first concept was children in Rwanda, Africa affected by HIV but my teacher advised me to broaden my scope, HIV/AIDS is a World problem” said Carlos. Young people in the United States are at persistent risk for HIV infection. This risk is especially notable for youth of minority races and ethnicities. Continual HIV prevention outreach and education efforts, including programs on abstinence and on delaying the initiation of sex, are required as new generations replace the generations that benefited from earlier prevention strategies.