The VIPP Report: Midwest Entertainment News: Lil Wayne & Drake in concert in Ohio

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The VIPP Report: Drake and Lil Wayne will be in concert in Cincinnati, Ohio. The two hip hop superstars decided to co-headline a tour. The 31 city tour will cross the United States and will make a stop at Riverbend Music Center on Friday, August 15th. Tickets go on sale this Friday, June 20th at 10:00 a.m.

The Drake vs Lil Wayne tour ticket prices are pretty reasonable ranging from $35.00 to $125.50. You can purchase them at ticketmaster.com, riverbend.org or by calling 800-745-3000.

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The VIPP Report: Gladys Knight will make a stop in Kentucky at The Louisville Palace

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The VIPP Report: The Midnight train from Georgia will make a story in Louisville.  The Empress of Soul, Gladys Knight will be in concert at the Louisville Palace on Friday, September 12th at 8:00 p.m.
The seven-time Grammy Award winner got her start in the church performing gospel music at the age of four. She along with her brother, sister and two cousins, in 1959 The Pips were born. In 1962, the group was renamed Gladys Knight & The Pips. Now, you can see Knight starring in the syndicated sitcom, “The First Family” where she plays the mother of the President. Her film credits include “I Can Do Bad All By Myself”.
Tickets for Gladys Knight starts at $39.99. You can purchase them at the Louisville Palace Theatre Box Office and ticketmaster.com.If you have a story idea send it to TheVIPPReport@vippcommunications.com.  You can also follow us on @VIPPComm. 

The VIPP Report: Donnie McClurkin, Dorina Clark Cole and Anita Wilson perform at the kick-off of the 64th Annual Women’s International Convention

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The VIPP Report: As part of the 64th Annual Women’s International Convention/Crusade there will be a gospel explosion tonight at the KFC Yum! Center. The pre-convention concert welcomes Pastor Donnie McClurkin, Dorinda Clark Cole and Anita Wilson. The concert is $20 for adults and $10 for children. The event is scheduled for 7:00 p.m.

The Church of God in Christ, Inc (COGIC) will hold their convention May 26-30 in Louisville at two venues, The Galt House and the KFC Yum! Center. Some 10,000 people will be town over the next five days.

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The VIPP Report: Sculptor Ed Hamilton’s latest project unveiled of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

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The VIPP Report: I wanted to share with you some exclusive photos of Sculptor Ed Hamilton at work. I watched Hamilton carefully work his way up and down the piece carefully defining creases in the sleeve of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr’s jacket to Hamilton looking him in the eyes as if they were talking. To see a visionary in the arts create the likeness of another visionary in the civil rights movement was truly a historic moment. I even caught him closing his eyes as if he was trying to remember Dr. King and his image. Hamilton had this determination in his eyes that everything had to be perfect before he sent it to be bronzed. This weekend his vision came to life.

The City of Newport News commissioned the Louisville artist to create “The Unfinished March”. It’s a bas relief of Dr. King along with the men, women and children walking along side of the civil right leader is located at the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Plaza at 25th and Jefferson Avenue.

Hamilton says “I’m truly humbled and honored that the City of Newport News asked me to recreate a moment in Civil Rights that marked a significant piece of history. People from all over the world will be able to see how I captured Dr. King and other civil right leaders walk for freedom, justice and opportunity. When you walk away, I want it to give you a sense of pride and hope for the future.”

Other works Hamilton has designed is the 16th President of the United States and Kentucky native Abraham Lincoln with the Lincoln Memorial which is located along the Ohio River in downtown Louisville. He’s known for but not limited to is The Booker T. Washington Memorial in Hampton, VA, Spirit of Freedom in Washington D.C., Joe Louis Memorial in Detroit, MI and the Amistad Memorial in New Haven, CT.
Hamilton has an autobiography, “The Birth of An Artist: A Journey of Discovery” (Chicago Spectrum Press). The book outlines his journey from hopeful art student in Louisville, Kentucky to nationally acclaimed sculptor.

 

To learn more about Ed Hamilton and his works contact VIPP Communications at 502-582-7716 or by email info@vippcommunications.com.

(Click link to see photos of the Hamilton working on “The Unfinished March”)

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The VIPP Report: New Edition will perform at the KFC Yum! Center

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The VIPP Report: If you missed the members of New Edition (Bell Biv Devoe) during Derby at the 100 Black Men annual gala you now have another chance to see them. On Sunday, July 6th New Edition returns to the KFC Yum! Center. Tickets go on sale this Friday (May 9th). The concert is scheduled to take place at 7:00 p.m. Tickets for the Sunday, July 6th concert start at $46.50.
The last time the whole group performed in Louisville was in February 2012. They will feature Doug E. Fresh. He also attended Derby this year. He was at the Grand Gala serving as the co-host.
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The VIPP Report: Maxwell will make a stop in Louisville and tickets go on sale this Friday

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The VIPP Report: Neo-soul artist Maxwell will be performing at the Louisville Palace on Tuesday, July 22nd at 8:00 p.m.. The last time the he was in Louisville he had no problem filling the 2,700 seat venue and this time will be no different even with the concert on a Tuesday.

Maxwell signed with Columbia Records in 1994. To date he’s released four albums, one live and three studio albums. The double platinum artist will sing some of his biggest hits “Pretty Wings”, “Love You”, “Lifetime”, and “Fortunate”.
Tickets range from $39.50 to $125.00. If you have story idea send it to TheVIPPReport@vippcommunications.com. You can also follow us on Twitter @VIPPComm.

 

The VIPP Report: Countdown to the Kentucky Derby

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The VIPP Report:  We just nine days away from the 140th Kentucky Derby held in Louisville on the first Saturday in May. The race will take place at the historic Churchill Downs.  The VIPP Report will attend events and will post.  To get real-time celebrity-sightings, inside some of the biggest events during Derby follow us on Twitter @VIPPComm.  If you have a story idea and/or would like to advertise contact us at TheVIPPReport@vippcommunications.com.

The VIPP Report: R. Kelly & Tamara Braxton will perform at the KFC Yum! Center

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The VIPP Report:  R&B senasation R. Kelly returns to Louisville and he will bring along Grammy-nominated artist Tamar Braxton with him.  Kelly is calling it the Black Panties Tour entitled after his latest album.  The concert is Sunday, May 11th at the KFC Yum! Center.  Kelly is one of the most successful R&B artists of all time.  He has released 12 solo studio albums and sold nearly 100 million albums worldwide, making him one of the most successful R&B male artists in the industry. 

Tickets for the show start at $52. You can purchase them at the KFC Yum! Center Box Office and all Ticketmaster outlets. 

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The VIPP Report: We are 27 days away from the Kentucky Derby

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The VIPP Report:  We are now only 27 days away from the 140th running of the Kentucky Derby.  If you have a story idea and/or would like to advertise please contact us at TheVIPPReport@vippcommunications.com.  follow us on Twitter @VIPPComm.  #FirstSaturdayinMay

The VIPP Report: Lil Boosie in concert Kentucky Derby weekend

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The VIPP Report:  Hip hop artist Lil Boosie will “zoom” into Louisville on Friday, May 2nd at Broadbent Arena.  This is one of the first concerts for the artist since his release from a prison on March 5th.  His most notable song “Zoom” stayed on the Billboard Top 100 chart for several weeks thanks to his loyal fans. 

If you plan to attend this concert, you must be over 21 years of age to enter.  General admission tickets start at $50. 

If you have a Kentucky Derby event you want to promote contact our advertising division at TheVIPPReport@vippcommunications.com.  Follow us on Twitter @VIPPComm. 

 

The VIPP Report: John Legend will be at Horseshoe Casino Southern Indiana

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ImageThe VIPP Report: It’s the “All of Me Tour” featuring singer-songwriter and nine-time Grammy Award winner John Legend will be in concert at Horseshoe Casino located in Southern Indiana.   The concert is scheduled for Thursday, April 10th in “The Showroom”.  Legend says this is unlike any tour he’s done before.  Fans can expect an intimate, raw and unplugged show. 

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The VIPP Report: Countdown to the 140th Running of the Kentucky Derby

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The VIPP Report:  We are 49 days away! If you would like to advertise your Kentucky Derby event(s) contact us at TheVIPPReport@vippcommunications.com.

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The VIPP Report: Digital Black of Playa remembers Stephan “Static Major” Garrett

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The VIPP Report:  In a raw interview with Louisville native Ben “Digital Black” Bush of Playa he opens up to Sherlene Shanklin of WHAS11 and owner of the The VIPP Report about Stephan “Static Major” Garrett.  Bush talks about the call he received from Static’s wife six years ago today.

Below is a link for your review.  If you have a story idea send it to TheVIPPReport@vippcommunications.com.  You can also follow us on Twitter @VIPPComm.  You can follow Sherlene Shanklin at @Sherlenemediapr.

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The VIPP Report: Countdown to the Kentucky Derby

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The VIPP Report:  We are 80 days away from the 140th running of the Kentucky Oaks on Friday, May 2nd and Kentucky Derby on Saturday, May 3rd in Louisville, KY at the historic Churchill Downs.

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The VIPP Report: Gospel artist Marvin Sapp on tour to help promote school choice in urban communities

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The VIPP Report: Dove & BET award winning gospel artist Marvin Sapp is currently on his “School of Choice Tour”. The 11-city free tour is in Louisville, KY tonight. Sapp along with Sunday Best season two contestant and RCA Inspiration label mate Latice Crawford and the Doctor of Comedy Henn Sapp will be at Christ Temple Christian Life Center.

Sapp will share his inspirational story of his late wife Dr. Malinda Sapp who had a vision to take inner city children from great to greater through education. Sapp says he’s excited about partnering with the Black Alliance for Educational Options Partner (BAEO) again, helping to promote school choice to urban communities. Their hope during the tour is to make parents aware of their options when it comes to public education.

After Louisville’s show, The “Marvin Sap School of Choice Tour” heads to Nashville, TN on the 12th, followed by Chattanooga, TN on the 13th and Atlanta, GA on Friday night, February 14th.

If you have a story send it to TheVIPPReport@vippcommunications.com. You can also follow us on Twitter @VIPPComm.

The VIPP Report: Grace at The Race announces Kirk Franklin, Amy Grant & Tamela Mann in concert during Kentucky Derby weekend

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The VIPP Report:  Kirk Franklin and the Family will be in Louisville during Kentucky Derby weekend.  It’s the 2nd Annual Grace at The Race featuring Tamela Mann, Amy Grant and Franklin.  The concert will be held on Thursday, May 1st at the Kentucky Center for the Arts in downtown Louisville.  The fly jock Tom Joyner will be the emcee for the evening.

Grace at The Race is an annual Pre-Derby event that will honor three individuals from the corporate, sports and entertainment sectors for their commitment and contributions to community service and raises funds for local and national non-profit organizations that have a focus on at risk children.

“Grace at The Race” will be held on Thursday, May 1st at the Galt House for dinner from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. followed by the concert.  If you would like to have dinner prior to the concert, there will be a “Grace at The Race” dinner which includes a concert ticket.  For both events tickets are $125.00 before March 1st and $150.00 after that date.  During the dinner local gospel artist Cynthia Williams will be featured.

If you would like to just attend the concert you purchase single tickets before March 1st for only $67.00, after March 1st, tickets are $77.00. For group sales call 502-417-1624.

For additional information on “Grace at The Race”, please visit http://www.graceattherace.com.

If you have a Kentucky Derby event you would like to promote contact our advertising dept. at TheVIPPReport@vippcommunications.com.  Follow us on Twitter @VIPPComm for real-time coverage.

The VIPP Report: Jamaica Jazz and Blues Festival

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The VIPP Report:  The Jamaica Jazz and Blues Festival announced their concert lineup.  Multi-Grammy award winning star Chaka Khan is scheduled to perform.  Khan’s catalog is so extensive with mega hits “Through the Fire” and “I Feel for You”.

Other artists performing will be Crystal Gayle, Toni Braxton, Chrisette Michele and Aaron Neville.

The Jamaica Jazz and Blues Festival is from Thursday, January 30th through February 1st at the Trelawny Multi-purpose Stadium.  For additional information visit www.jamaicajazzandblues.com.

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We are 95 days away from the 140th running of the Kentucky Derby

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The VIPP Report: Mocha Minute, the new water cooler for professionals

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LaSonya Berry, President/CEO of McPherson, Berry & Associates, Inc. (McPherson|Berry) was launched on January 10th, an interactive chat amongst professionals who only have a few minutes to spare in a workday.  It’s called “Mocha Minute™”.   The new online water cooler is designed for executives, leaders, managers, business students and professionals.  Mocha Minute™ will initiate the dialogue to promote social learning and provide thought provoking discussion.  The idea is to be able to do it within an allotted time you take a 15 minute break in your workplace.  The new type of online water chat will only take a few minutes of your time but provide you invaluable information from leaders you rarely have access to in the workplace.

LaSonya Berry, CEO of McPherson|Berry says “I was very happy with the execution of the first “Mocha Minute”.  Within the 15-minute break we were able to open the dialogue and answer questions from professionals interested in training, hiring and leadership coaching.  This is a great start for the monthly chat.  I encourage you to participate in the February online discussion.”

The next Mocha Minute will be Friday, February 14th at 11:00 a.m. (EST).  Grab your mocha, latte, coffee, tea or water and take a minute out of your busy schedule to chat online about important business matters with Mocha Minute™.  The online break will give you an outlet to discuss all things business from the latest trends, workforce challenges, industry news, HR, career/management concerns and power tips. We invite you to engage in the conversation.

Mocha Minute™ will take place every 2nd Friday of each month at 11:00 a.m. We invite you to engage in the discussion.  Follow us on Twitter @McPhersonBerry to get real-time responses.

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The VIPP Report: Mary J. Blige’s father remains in critical condition after being stabbed

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The VIPP Report: Multi-platinum R & B/Soul artist Mary J. Blige’s father is currently in critical condition in a  Michigan hospital.  Police say 63 year old Thomas Blige was allegedly stabbed by his ex-girlfriend.  The incident happened around 7:00 a.m. Thursday morning in Blige’s apartment.  The suspect is currently in a Calhoun County jail charged with attempted murder and she is expected to be arraigned Friday.  
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The VIPP Report: We are 100 days away from the Kentucky Derby

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The VIPP Report: We are just 100 days away from the fastest two minutes in sports. Countdown to the Kentucky Derby.  If you have an event you would like to promote contact our advertising dept. by emailing TheVIPPReport@vippcommunications.com.

VIPP Communications’ president creates a new blog “The VIPP Report”

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Countdown to Derby 140

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We are just 103 days away from the Kentucky Derby.  The VIPP Report will have exclusive stories about events in Louisville.  To advertise your business and/or event contact us at TheVIPPReport@vippcommunications.com. 

The VIPP Report: Former WNBA legend & Louisville native Kym Hampton appears on new reality show

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The VIPP Report: Louisville native, former WNBA star and current New York Liberty Fan Development Leader Kym Hampton can add reality show star to her resume.  She will be apart of “Mom’s Got Game” starting tonight, January 18th at 10:00 p.m. on the OWN Network.

Hampton says the show is about family, love, basketbal, real life issues, good times and you know me its comedy driven.  I was able to get in touch with Hampton.  I wanted to know more about the show and her role.  Hampton tells me “the show is about my girl Pamela McGee who is highly accomplished and SUPER strong-willed.  Pam is trying to help her son (NBA star JaVale McGee) stay on the straight and narrow as a rich, young celebrity.  Back in the day, we battled on the court uring college and our professional years.  We were tough down lowbut morphed into GLAMAZONS after the game.  Life took us on our separate journeys but has now has circled back.  I feel like this is our time to focus on us again…we just have to convince Pam!”

Hampton played basketball at Iroquois High School in Louisville then went onto Arizona State University on a full scholarship.  After her collegiate career she was drafted 4th overall in the 1997 WNBA draft by the New York Liberty.  Kym played in the league’s inaugural game and scored the first basket.  She started every game of her three seasons.  She also played in Spain, Italy, Japan and France.

Hampton is an original Cover Girl model for Queen Latifah’s Queen Collection.  You can catch her from time to time still on the basketball court, not playing but singing the National Athem.  She used her theatre degree from Arizona State to be apart of several films and television shows such as the “Cosby Show”, “Thrown Down” hosted by Bobby Flay, “JuWanna Mann” and “She Hate Me”.

Hampton says you don’t want to miss it because its guaranteed to make you laugh.  “Mom’s Got Game” airs tonight at 10:00 p.m. on the OWN Network.  Hampton will be tweeting live so you can follow her @KymHampton.

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Louisville QB Teddy Bridgewater announces that he will forgo his senior year and enter the NFL draft

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University of Louisville releases a statement in regards to QB Teddy Bridgewater entering the 2014 NFL Draft.

University of Louisville junior quarterback Teddy Bridgewater has decided to forgo his final year of collegiate eligibility, and make himself available for the 2014 NFL Draft. “After discussing all the options with my family and the coaching staff, I have decided to forgo my senior season and declare for the NFL Draft,” Bridgewater said. “This was an extremely difficult decision for me. I can’t express how much my time at Louisville has meant to me. These past three years have allowed me to mature as a person and leave the university as better person and with my degree in hand, which was one of my goals. I will cherish every moment on the field and off the field, and every bond that I built. I will forever represent the university with the utmost pride and respect. I want to extend a special thank you to my teammates, Tom Jurich, all the academic staff and professors, the coaching staff, support staff, students and the Cardinals’ fan base.

“I didn’t know much about Louisville when I made the decision to attend, but in the end, it was one of the best decisions I could have ever made.”

Bridgewater made the decision following an outstanding 2013 season, which was capped by a standout performance in the 2013 Russell Athletic Bowl, where he completed 35-of-45 passes for a career-high 447 yards and three touchdowns.

Bridgewater won 27 games in his three years as the starting quarterback for Louisville, including 12 wins in 2013, which tied a school record. Bridgewater threw for 3,970 yards and 31 touchdowns in 2013, while completing 71 percent of his passes.

In leading the Cardinals to a 12-1 record, Bridgewater developed into one of the best quarterbacks in the nation. He opened the season by tying his career high with five touchdown passes in a 49-7 win over Ohio and four more in wins over Eastern Kentucky and FIU. He recorded seven 300-yard passing games and was a second team All-American Athletic Conference selection this season.

In 39 career games at Louisville, Bridgewater threw for 9,817 yards, which is third most in the UofL annals, while his 72 career touchdown passes also ranks as third best in school history. He completed a school-record 68.3 percent of his passes and had just 24 interceptions in 1,142 career pass attempts.

The Miami, Fla., native was the 2012 BIG EAST Offensive Player of the Year and a first team all-league selection after throwing for 3,719 yards and 27 touchdowns in guiding the Cardinals to an 11-2 record and a win over fourth-ranked Florida in the Sugar Bowl. In earning Most Valuable Player accolades in the win over the Gators, Bridgewater went 20-of-32 for 266 yards and two scores in a win over Florida.

The Cardinals have three returning quarterbacks on the roster in redshirt freshman Will Gardner, freshman Kyle Bolin, and junior Brett Nelson.

 

 

 

Comedian Sommore comes to Louisville on Valentine’s Day

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The VIPP Report:  Valentine’s night will be filled with laughter in Louisville.  “The Diva of Contemporary
Comedy” Sommore will be at the Kentucky Center.  It’s the Standing Ovation Tour featuring the “Queen
of Comedy”, Bill Bellamy and Mark Curry.  The show will be in Friday, February 14th at 7:00 p.m.

Sommore has appeared on Russell Simmons’ Def Comedy Jam, Showtime at the Apollo,
and BET’s Live from L.A. She was also the first female host of BET’s Comicview.
For her national tour various comedians will accompany her like Tommy Davidson, Tony Rock, Curry and Bellamy.

Tickets start at $48.75.  You can purchase tickets at the Kentucky Center Box Office or online at
http://www.kentuckycenter.org/presents.

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TheVIPPReport: 2 Chainz announces Louisville concert in March 2014

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TheVIPPReport:  Save the date of Tuesday, March 4th for 2 Chainz in concert.  Pusha T, and August Alsina will be his special guests. 

The Platimun selling artist is nominated for a Grammy in the Best Rap Song category for the song F***in Problems with ASAP Rocky Drake & Kendrick Lamar.  The Grammy Awards will be held on January 26th at the Staples Center in Los Angeles. 

The “2 Good To Be T.R.U. Tour”, is his largest solo tour to date as well as his first for 2014.  2 Chainz will tour in support of his critically acclaimed album B.O.A.T.S. II: Me Time. Pusha-T and August Alsina will support 2 Chainz by performing at the Louisville concert.

2 Chainz says , “The best way to describe my tour is to reference a quote from Nicco Machiavelli, The Prince, who once said ‘Everyone sees what you appear to be, few experience what you really are.’ 2 G.O.O.D. 2 Be T.R.U.”.

Tickets go on sale this Wednesday, December 18th at 12 Noon.  Tickets are $35.  You can purchase them at ticketmaster.com. 

Again, 2 Chainz will be in Louisville at The Louisville Palace on Tuesday, March 4th.  The show will begin at 8:00 p.m.

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Thicker Than Water Reality Star Jewel Tankard Comes To Louisville

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The VIPP Report: Bravo reality show star Jewel Tankard will be in Louisville later today for a holiday mixer.  The free event will be held at the Holiday Inn East on Hurstbourne Pkwy.  The mixer begins at 6:30 p.m.

I had the opportunity to ask Tankard a few questions prior to her Louisville visit.  The question a lot of people wanted to know is why did she decide to do a reality show?  Jewel says “We wanted to show people that they can fight for their family again, have a successful blended family and that there is no perfect family, so you just need to love your family right where they are.” 

Now since the show has aired several times, I asked Jewel did she regret doing the show and having her life an open book.  “Because I got so comfortable with being vulnerable and authentic, it was more so a mindset of that, it is what it is and I am okay with that. This entire experience brought us closer as a family and I wouldn’t change anything about that because family is very important to me.” 

I always wanted to know if the Bravo stars get an opportunity to see the show prior to their scheduled time and Jewel says yes they do.

The organizers for tonight’s event had to move rooms because the demand has been overwhelming.  They anticipate a great crowd and Jewel says  she’s thrilled to be here. “Extremely excited! I love people and I look forward to sharing with them and loving on them. I am very grateful for everyone’s support and I look forward to hearing from each of them.”

Jewel Tankard is a dynamic speaker and fans will hear her tonight and then at the conclusion of the event there will be a meet and greet.

This Christmas networking event will feature local singers performing, trip giveaways, nutritional samplings, a mini fashion show by Eboni Stephens Model & Video Agency (ESMV).  The entertainment for the evening will be provided by DJ Bruce Wayne, and the soulful sounds of Sheryl Rouse.

This Holiday Mixer is free to the community, with donations welcome at the door on Tuesday, December 10, 2013, at 6:30 pm.   Bring your business card and enjoy the start of this holiday season!