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Happy Birthday to us!

Happy Birthday to us! Blackweekly.com is celebrating its 3rd year enriching the greater Los Angeles African American community, and we wanted to thank our loyal readers for making it possible. While similar transient sites have come and gone, Blackweekly.com has solidified its position as a leader in quality social events, and informing our readers about the best of what LA has to offer. To celebrate this significant achievement, we are planning an Anniversary Bash at the end of January and we'd love to see you there!

Of course, if you know us, we're not going to throw just any routine, been-there-done-that party for our anniversary. No way - what would be the fun of that? Because of our strong belief in our community, we're adopting the Harlem Renaissance as our theme this year. In that watershed decade, black intellectuals like W. E. B. Du Bois and Alain LeRoy Locke, crucial writers such as Langston Hughes, Countee Cullen, and Zora Neale Hurston, and influential painters like Hale Woodruff and Edward Burra redefined not only black art, but created a movement that was felt the world over.

And we believe Los Angeles has all the potential to usher in another great era in African American culture, and we want to do whatever we can to inspire our community to make it happen. In just three short years, we have acquired over 7000 local members, making it one of the most popular website
destinations for entertainment, business, and community events.

We're also giving black businesses access to our market of professionals, the median of which has an average age between 32-45, an annual income of $63,000, two children, and who use the internet between 8 - 12 hours weekly. 78% of Blackweekly.com members are college graduates with 36% holding master degrees. They tend to eat out a minimum of 3 times/ week, and go to the movies at least once. This demographic is the fastest growing segment onthe Internet, and we cater to these intelligent, discriminating professionals.

Blackweekly.com's commitment to innovation and the perpetual informing of our readers has led to the introduction of New Features that will premier Jan 15, 2003.

Political Insider Column by: Wilbur Babb, Jr. M.P.A., currently presides over Local Government Affairs for the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA). In this stimulating new column, Wilbur reports on government, politics, and topics of concern to our communities, as well as adding insights and analysis from an "insider's perspective". Wilbur has a unique way of making politics exciting, while explaining current events in relationship to political history. A former special assistant to former Assembly Speaker Willie L. Brown Jr., Wilbur's career has had increasing responsibility serving as legislative assistant, consultant, and mapping strategist for various politicians, organizations, and political campaigns. On a grassroots level, he has demonstrated a genuine commitment to equal voting access by managing voter registration campaigns targeting high school seniors. He has also developed a mentor program for young African-American boys in grade school, all while serving on various boards and commissions of the UCLA Alumni Association.

Fitness Coaching Column by: "Body by Gwen" At the tender age of 38 with the rock hard Abs of a 25 year old, fitness guru Gwen Bolden will bring her unique high intensity training philosophy to Blackweekly.com. This fiery native of Portland, Oregon has over 12 years of experience and training, and trains a clientele that reads like a who's who list of top entertainers and professional athletes. As a Fitness coach her goal is to inspire others to fulfill their personal goals, and her informative new monthly column will feature fitness tips and nutritional guidance with a unique emotional and spiritual touch. "Body by Gwen" will also feature a question of the month, where Blackweekly.com members can receive "one on one" advice from Gwen.

Business of the month: - Spotlights local businesses that boast great services and have earned superlative reputations.

Community News and Local Press releases: This forum allows members to submit press releases and media advisories on events, news, and other information of interest to our subscribers./ members, helping us keep each other informed.

Bachelors of the Month: Who said a good man is hard to find? Starting Jan 15, 2003, you can find them on Blackweekly.com. This new feature will showcase 4 sexy bachelors each month. Members will vote for "Bachelor of the Month", and in December the 11 winners will compete for "Bachelor of the Year".

Model of the Month: Allows members to download screensavers of each month's local model.

Full Access: Your backstage pass to LA's hottest private parties and events featuring photos and interviews. We give you information and access to the inner-circle of Hollywood and beyond.

In keeping with our commitment to our communities, there are involvement and sponsorship opportunities available with the website and our special events - please feel free to contact us at events@blackweekly.com for more details.

If you or someone you know would like to be considered for Bachelors or Model of the Month, please email us at members@blackweekly.com