Dish-Houston

Beyonce deserved a little retail therapy after the busy week she had. 

The 31-year-old singer, whose net worth is estimated to be $300 million, must have given shoppers quite the surprise when she breezed into Target department store in Houston, Texas a day ahead of her scheduled concert.

Beyonce must have a closet full of accessories, but was in the mood for more as she made a beeline for the hats.

The entertainer, who's been on a relentless pace for her Mrs. Carter Show world tour, was seen trying on a few selections including a couple of wide-brimmed versions.

Her fabulous wig was loose and tousled around her shoulders, and she didn't seem to care if it got messy from the constant trying on of chapeaux.

It's widely known that Target is one of Beyonce's favorite stores and has staged publicity events with the chain for previous albums.

If you're interested in getting into shape like Beyonce and feel her energy there are some amazing workout classes that happen weekly at the House of Dereon Media Center, famously owned by Beyonce herself and her family. First is Zubma Fitness with Crystal Wall. She has lost over 40 pounds and is inspiring people all over to be healthier and make better life choices!

The second is Nightclub Cardio where exercise meets entertainment. Joy Winkler and Forest Petis take your workouts from boring to high energy fun teaching you the latest in dance moves to the hottest hits. People are losing weight, gaining confidence and increasing their joy through this class according to the website. Defiantly worth a try!  

After Monday's concert in Houston, Beyonce will perform in Chicago, Illinois, St. Paul, Minnesota and Detroit, Michigan before heading on to Canada...but who's to say, she might show up to one of these classes. After all, they do happen on Monday nights and they are before her concert time....

RARE 1973 PHONE CHAT GIVES INCITE INTO THE BIRTH OF STAR TREK

Former Houston radio and television personality Scott Arthur was spring cleaning recently when he came across a telephone interview he did with the “Father” of Star Trek in 1973.

“It’s 40 years ago almost to the day.”Scott said. “I was a young DJ at WARM radio in Scranton, Pennsylvania. Mr. Roddenberry was scheduled to speak at a local college and I got his phone number and set up an interview to promote the event in advance.” said the Texas Radio Hall of Famer.

To put this in context, the original Star Trek series (Star Trek TOS) ran 79 episodes on NBC from 1966-1969 and then was canceled. The interview took place about the time determined “Trekkies” began a nationwide campaign petitioning the network to bring the series back to TV. It seems the show began to build a cult following after it aired in prime time and was banished to “re-run land”. The network chiefs felt the series and the concept had no future … that was 12 feature films and 5 separate TV series ago. This multi-million dollar franchise also includes Star Trek comics, merchandise, novels and even games.

“Before I began rolling tape ….he told me that the TV set was going to be the center of our lives. He said, your TV will have a typewriter in front of it – and open up the world to you. Just a glimpse of his genius and vision.” said Scott. “With all the hype of the new Trek Movie – this is fun to listen to. He shares how they invented the Spock character and was told to hide him, what the woman’s lib movement forced him to do  … and what inspired the Transporter.”

Listen to the entire interview here: 

It's also Friday the 13th week! =) coincidence?? DISH thinks not!

Anywho...enough with our DOWN With Love thoughts Here are some fun things for you and your sweetie to do this weekend.

You can start tonight with Chai Exchange's first ever event! Get your business cards ready because South Asian Chamber of Commerce is unraveling a series of networking events called Chai Exchange.They are partnering with South Asian Bar Association to bring Sheriff ADRIAN GARCIA, District Attorney PAT LYKOS, and Police Chief HAROLD HURTT for conversation over chai and light refreshments. Become a member now for $75 and get into all Chai Exchange events free. Non-Members--$25.

Then head over to So Vino for the monthly SoSip Mixology 101 | Classic Cocktails: Sidecar!
Officially declared SoVino's Girls' Night Out with SoVino resident bartender Carlos Ballon. Join him as he continues to increase our prowess in mixology. The pouring starts at 8:30 pm, so don't be late!
Grab your girlfriends for a night of fun, light bites and a Sidecar. $10.  Reserve your space at  713...or sovinowines@gmail.com.  SoSip occurs every 2nd Tuesday of the month.

Here's a fun thing to do while you are waiting for the passing of the economic stimulus bill.
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