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Christian Music World Gets a New Voice
“You don't always have to know what you want to be when you're in college, for me it was just being a mom and being happy in Houston then ...and then....God gave me music.”
“She would sing all of the time when she was a young girl, I am so proud of her today.”
Music is an expensive industry if you want to do it correctly and El-Hakam wasn’t about to take on the load of something so special and not give it the proper attention and effort it deserved. She researched studios, producers, mastering, mass disk production, sales, cover art, photography, marketing materials, you name it she became an expert or found the best to do it with her. Putting a budget together she then turned to her friends, family, church family and strangers to help fund this new and exciting project. She turned to a funding website so folks could chip in no matter where in the world they lived. She had this to say about this process,
“These are hard times but when you get enough people that care and believe that it can happen it will. And at $15 or so a pop, the price of a CD, and a ton of support you can accomplish anything.”
While working on the funding El-Hakam was knee deep in the search for a producer. Seems a difficult task since she wasn’t even sure which city she would record the album in, Nashville or Houston. Ultimately she knew she needed to get out of her daily life to be able to really buckle down and make a great album. After finding the perfect producer in Marshall Altman (http://marshallaltman.com/) it seemed Nashville was the place to be. With the support of one of the most amazing husbands on the planet and both sets of parents their parents stepping up to take care of the four little people the beginning of this dream could finally happen.
Needless to say, the project fully funded and is in the top twenty-five of highest funded indie albums on KickStarter to date. When God gives you a dream He makes sure you can do it. So now it’s off to promote this new worship album so keep an eye out for Rebekah Maddux El-Hakam at your church or have your worship leader get in touch with her and bring her to your church. It will be an experience you won’t soon forget.
Radiant You is available on iTunes The album is mastered for iTunes. The highest quality of mastering an album can get!
Will be on CCLI, Christian Copyright Licensing International, soon so if you’re a worship leader you will soon be able to use her songs for your church services.
Also look for Rebekah to be featured as the “New Artist to Watch” on www.NewReleaseTuesday.com this November.
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Divas of Dereon!
Divas of DereonHouse of Deréon Media Center is hosting an extravagant drag contest. On October 25, 2012, 15 of the most “dragalicious” entertainers in Texas will compete for the title of “Miss Diva of Dereon 2012.”
The Divas of Deréon Drag Contest is an exclusive event that was created to help bring unity back to Houston’s gay, lesbian, bi-sexual, and transgender (GLBT) community. Divas of Deréon Drag Contest will celebrate the most talented female illusionists in Texas.
A portion of the proceeds generated will benefit local charities such AIDS Foundation Houston and Bering Omega Community Service.
Divas of Deréon Drag Contest producer, Aaron Courtland, wanted to provide a unique and elegant forum for female illusionists to display their many talents. “This isn’t your backwoods, hole-in-the-wall drag show,” said Courtland. He tells contestants to channel their “inner diva” and bring their “A” game.
The Divas of Dereon Drag Contest will be emceed by the 2012 Miss Gay Texas winner Kara Dion and her twin, 2001 Miss Gay Texas winner Tara Dion. There will also be special surprise performances by Kara & Tara Dion as well as extraordinary characters from event entertainers Puppet Pizzazz.
Responsible for selecting Miss Diva of Deréon 2012 are local celebrity judges, Joy Sewing, ShopGirl Fashion blogger and fashion editor for the Houston Chronicle, television personality Erica Rose, and Travis Cal, designer & stylist to the stars.
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Breast Health Summit
The Breast Health Collaborative of Texas is getting set to host the 8th Annual Breast Health Summit, a two-day conference dedicated to improving access to breast health care in Texas. It is open to anyone with an interest in breast health care. Registration is open through October 24 and is available online at www.BHCTexas.org.
The Summit includes educational sessions structured around the theme of “Educate. Advocate. Navigate.” as well as several special events:
- 2nd Annual Dorothy Gibbons Trekker Award, Oct. 25, 9:00 a.m.: This year’s award winner is Regina Rogers, Founder and Chair of Julie Rogers “Gift of Life” Program in Beaumont. The Trekker Award is given to one extraordinary individual who has moved mountains to educate, navigate, and/or advocate improving access to breast care for all Texans. Dorothy Gibbons, inaugural Trekker Award recipient and CEO & Co-Founder of The Rose, will present the award to Norma Sampson, Executive Director of Julie Rogers “Gift of Life” Program, who will accept the award on Regina’s behalf.
- Keynote Address, Oct. 25, 9:30 a.m.: Dr. Harold P. Freeman, pioneer of patient navigation and CEO, President, & Founder of the Harold P. Freeman Patient Navigation Institute in New York, will deliver the keynote talk entitled Breast Health Disparities and Navigation: A Means to an End.
- Tea with Advocates, Oct. 26, 2:30 p.m.: Following sessions and workshops on health policy advocacy, elected representatives and health policy advocates will sit down in an informal tea with Summit attendees to discuss how easy it is to become involved at any level. Elected officials who have RSVP’d include State Representative Sarah Davis, State Representative Ana Hernandez Luna, Harris County Judge Ed Emmett & Mrs. Gwen Emmett, Houston City Council Member Ellen Cohen, Houston City Council Member Melissa Noriega, and representatives from the offices of Houston Mayor Annise Parker, Houston Mayor Pro-Tem & City Council Member Ed Gonzalez, and Harris County Commissioner Jack Morman.
For More Information Visit: www.BHCTexas.org
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Texas Ren Fest Leaves the Past Behind
The Texas Renaissance Festival, the nation's largest and most acclaimed festival of its kind, and His Royal Highness The King announce the release of the Royal App, available for Android and iPhone users. Festival fans will find a variety of features designed to help them enjoy all of the offerings of The Kingdom during the 38th annual season.
On the Royal App, guests can find a map of the festival grounds, entertainment schedule and a complete list of shoppes and vendors. Craving a turkey leg? By using the search bar in the Royal App's Food section users can find where they are being sold, as well as any other food, beverage or restaurant. The Royal App also allows users to search and locate their favorite rides and games.
This festival season, guests need not worry about separating from their group. Users of the Royal App can utilize the handy Friend Finder, where they can create and join groups that will show the location of each member. With the Friend Finder guests can keep a close eye on that new pirate matey of theirs and make sure he or she doesn't beat them to the Sea Devil Tavern and steal all their booty!
Another great feature found on the Royal App is the GPS locator. This feature allows users to save the location of their "horse and carriage" in the parking lot or their campground site. Gone are the days of aimlessly wandering, wondering where your car or family is located.
The app is available now and free to download on both iPhone and Android devices, just search: Texas Renaissance Festival MyPark App. For more information about the Texas Renaissance Festival, please visit www.texrenfest.com.
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About Texas Renaissance Festival: The Texas Renaissance Festival is the Nation's largest and most acclaimed Renaissance theme park where the sights, sounds, tastes and beauty of the 16th Century come alive for eight magically-themed weekends. The Texas Renaissance Festival welcomes nearly half a million guests annually and features nearly 500 costumed performers on 17 stages; 400 shoppes including international food purveyors, unique artisans, merchants and craft vendors; human-powered rides; an abundance of strolling performers and the Royal Finale at dusk.
The Festival received the 2010 and 2011 Merchant Circle "Circle of Excellence" award and was recognized by H Texas Magazine as the "Best Alternative Wedding Location" in the 2012 Best of H Texas issue.
The Festival is held Saturdays, Sundays and Thanksgiving Friday. The Texas Renaissance Festival is located 50 miles northwest of Houston on more than 55 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds on FM 1774, between Magnolia and Plantersville, Texas. Parking is free. For more information, visit www.texrenfest.com, follow us on Facebook and Twitter or download our mobile app for iPhone and Android devices. |
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Deserving DISHIE Makeover Contest
Every once and a while DISH likes to do a give back. Partnering with really great local businesses helps increase our creative flow and now is one of those times.
Thanks to Azur West Salon and Make-up/Skin Care Specialist Jenrty Kelley DISH is doing a DISH MAKEOVER GIVE AWAY!!!
We would like you to write in and nominate the person you feel most deserves a complete hair and make up transformation. Someone who really deserves a day of pampering and a new look!
Is there a mother or teacher at your child's school that is always giving to others? Is there a co-worker who is forever, selflessly giving to their family and will neglect themselves in the process? Maybe someone you volunteer with that goes above and beyond the call of duty and has more than earned some relaxation time.
We want to hear from you! Please send your nomination and the story to DishContest@gmail.com
The top 3 nominees will be published and chosen by YOU so make your story compelling!
The winner will receive:
* Shu Uemura Hair Ceremony that includes a deep conditioning and hair building treatment and a 30 minute scalp and neck massage. ($60 value)
* A complete hair transformation, cut and color that best fits their skin tone, face shape and lifestyle. (Up to $350 value)
* A consultation and professional make-up application by Jentry Kelley herself ($100 value)
* Be highlighted in DISH-Houston.com as our Deserving DISH! We will tell the city just how awesome your nominee is so they can inspire all of us to be a little better every day!
DISH has partnered with Azur West and Make-Up Artist/Skin Care Specialist Jentry Kelley to completely make over the deserving nominee!
Azur West
Jentry Kelley
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