Ryan Lochte is Grilling ‘em!

27 year team USA swimmer and old world record breaker Ryan Lochte is creating quite the stir, and it’s not due to his recent gold medal he won at the Summer Games in London on Saturday in the 400m individual medley. Lochte is turning heads with his SWAG!

The Rochester, NY born and Port Orange, FL native has been leaving his mark on the poolside by showing everyone how much of a sneaker junky he is and by flashing his customized diamond incrusted grill.

When Lochte won gold in the 400m individual medley, beating Michael Phelps, who finished fourth, he wasn’t able to rock both gold medal and grill on the podium. He was banned from wearing it on the actual medal stand. ESPN's Wayne Drehs reported that "Lochte told me he tried to wear his grill on the podium only to have an Olympics official tell him if he did so he wouldn't get his gold." He however later compromised and instead put  in the his red, white and blue American Flag inspired blinged out teeth for photo ops afterward.

Lochte won silver with the US 4x100m freestyle team, losing out to the French team with a 47.74 split, a full second slower than the French finishing swimmer Yannick Agnel and 0.6s slower than teammate Phelps. Lochte placed fourth in the 200 freestyle race.

Lochte at the 2007 World Aquatics Championship

DIY Recharge Station

In 30mins and under $5 you can have a clutter free and stylish electronic Recharge Station!

Get the step by step instructions at Tasha Chawner.com!

15 Wardrobe Tips

Here are 10 tips on how to hide your tummy!

1. Avoid all over baggy clothing.

2. Avoid banded waist tops.

3. Do not tuck in shirts.

4. Don’t forget that ruching is your friend!

5. Try an outfit consisting of a tunic and leggings.

6. Medium rise jeans are the best to avoid the “muffin top” look.

7. Opt for layers with thin long fabrics.

8. Try a fitted jacket as opposed to a boxier one.

9. Monochromatic colors can help slim down a look.

10. Shape wear is the new girdle.

Read the full article and more at Fabulous After 40

5 Wardrobe Tips for Thick, Curvy Chicks

1. Blazers are your besties

2. Slip on a shift

3. Use Belts to Define Your Waistline

4. Make Sure You’re Supported

5. Keep an eye peeled for V-Necks

Read the full article and more at The Fashion Bomb Daily

Mama B's Freebies Worked for Me!

Look what I got in the mail just the other day!

Make sure you get your freebies every Friday at Mama B's Freebie's

Schnucks Drive Time Deal: $5.50 Chicken Dinner (Today 7/27 ONLY 3-7pm)

Head on over and get your Schnucks Drive Time Deal Coupon!

For just $5.50 you get:

(1) Tyson Breaded Chicken (25.5-29 oz pkg)
6 ears of Colorado Sweet Corn (in-husk)
(1) 2 liter Coke product

Either print the coupon or show the coupon on your phone to score the deal! This coupon is valid TODAY (7/27) ONLY from 3-7pm.

Thanks Carrie at King Size Savings



Get deals like this, freebies and more by visiting
Mama B's Freebie Friday's

Trend: The velvet manicure

 

Ciaté, the geniuses behind the caviar manicure, is releasing another textured mani set sure to be on every fashionista’s wish list this fall. The “Velvet” manicure follows a similar formula as its caviar predecessor, but instead of sprinkling your nails with tiny beads, you embellish them with a flurry of velvet flecks

Source: The Fashion Bomb Daily

Check out The Fashion Camp for a great DIY of the stylish manicure!

POW Triva Night

POW (Professional Organization of Women) 2^nd Annual Trivia Night

Saturday August 4^th 7pm-10pm

St. Ann of Normandy Catholic Church

7530 Natural Bridge Road, Normandy MO 63121

POW gives members a rare opportunity to have senior level leaders reach out to mold and shape younger professional African American women.  

On Saturday August 4, POW will host its’ second annual trivia night to benefit the POW Scholarship Fund

Tickets are $20 per person

Light refreshments will be provided but guest are welcomed to bring their own food and beverages.

Kick Ball All Star!!

August 11- 12 at Busch Stadium

Join  the Authentic Women’s Kick Ball League August 11th -12th 2012 to view or compete in GGA's 1st ever All Star weekend. These women have worked so hard and dedicated so much of their life to this sport and its their time to shine!  You don't want to miss this, people from all over the St. Louis metropolitan will be in attendance to check out the real meaning of women's kickball!

Winners  will receive a Gold Medal, a loaded gift bag full of sponsor giveaways, the option to play in our Sunday's All Star game along with a contracted spot on our up and coming reality  hit, Kicks & Cocktails!

For more info click HERE

Meek Mills at the Pageant

Meek Mills at the Pageant

Thursday, August 16, 2012

Doors open at 6:30 pm / Show: 7:30 pm

General Admission $30.00 | Reserved Balcony $30.00

Buy Tickets Online

Maybach Music’s own Meek Mil is bringing his dreams and nightmares to St. Louis! Meek Mill's forthcoming album Dreams & Nightmares is set to drop August 28.

Give Money to Your School with Your Diapers!

Earn money for charity while saving the planet!

The Huggies Brand Brigade will allow you to collect plastic diaper packaging for recycling or upcycling.

Here’s how it works:

1. Sign up at TerraCycle.net to get a prepaid shipping label
2. Stuff your box full of diaper packaging (all brands are good!) and drop it off at a UPS location.
3. The more you recycle the more a charity or school in your area will benefit!



Beat the Heat!

With record breaking temps and a sevier drought everyone is looking for ways to stay cool! Take a much needed cool dip in one of St. Louis City pools for free!

The outdoor city pools in St. Louis City will open on June 11 and will remain open through August 17. Entry into the pools is free for St. Louis City residents.

Outdoor Pools:

●        Chambers                     noon – 6:00 p.m.                                    7 days/week

●        Fairgrounds                   noon – 6:00 p.m.                                    7 days/week

●        Marquette                     noon – 7:00 p.m.                                    7 days/week

Indoor Pools

●        Wohl                            noon – 5:00 p.m.                                    Mon-Sat

●        Tandy                           noon – 5:00 p.m.                                    Mon-Fri

●        12th & Park                   noon – 5:30 p.m.                                    Mon-Fri

●        Cherokee                      noon – 5:00 p.m.                                    Mon-Sat

City pools also offer free swimming lessons and water aerobics classes:

Water Aerobics

●        Wohl                            8:30 – 10:00 a.m.                                   Mon, Wed & Fri

                                                 6:30 –   8:30 p.m.                                   Tues & Thurs

                                                 7:30 –   9:00 p.m.                                   Mon & Wed

●        Tandy                           8:30 -  10:00 a.m.                                   Tue, Thurs & Fri

6:00 -    7:30 p.m.                                  Mon, Wed & Fri

●        12th & Park                  8:00  - 10:00 a.m. & 5:00 – 6:30 p.m.      Mon, Wed & Fri

●        Cherokee                      8:30  - 10:30 a.m.                                   Mon, Wed & Fri

Swim Lessons

●        All Outdoor Pools       12:00 – 12:45 p.m                                 Tues, Thurs & Sat

●        Wohl                            12:00 – 12:45 p.m.                                 Mon, Wed & Fri

●        Tandy                           12:00 – 12:45 p.m.                                 Tues & Thurs

●        12th & Park                   12:00 – 12:45 p.m.                                 Tues & Thurs

●        Cherokee                      12:00 – 12:45 p.m.                                 Tues & Thurs

Get your Boogie on at the Zoo!

Check out the FREE  Series Jungle Boogie at the St. Louis Zoo Friday evenings, May 25 – August 31, 2012 5-8 p.m. during North Star Summer Zoo
August 3 American Idle (country/pop variety)
August 10 Cumberland Gap Band (bluegrass)
August 17 Griffin & the Gargoyles (variety and top 40 hits)
August 24 GalaxyRed (variety/dance)
August 31 Dirty Muggs (pop, rock, funk, soul & more!)

The Art of the Head Wrap Lunch & Learn Workshop

Get your tickets here or contact 314.643.6067.

Imani Aisha Creations presents

The Art of the Head Wrap

Lunch and Learn Workshop

Saturday August 25th

Join in for this fun and interactive occasion.

Come learn different techniques and styles.

Learn historical aspects of scarf adornments from across the world.

Bring a friend, 2 yards of fabric/scarf/sarong or longer for your personal use.

Lunch is provided by Tam Tam African Restaurant.

The Ladies are also collecting scarves to be donated to Women Living with Cancer.

Check out The Muny Summer Season!

 

Be sure to check out Pirates! (or, Gilbert & Sullivan Plunder'd) and The King and I at the Muny for their summer season.

Get tickets and more information HERE

The Muny premiere of

Pirates! (or, Gilbert & Sullivan Plunder'd)

July 30 - August 5

 

The King and I

August 6 - 12



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Craig Blac 11th Annual Community Cuts for Kids

Craig Blac 11th Annual Community Cuts for Kids

Saturday August 12th 2pm-6pm

Community Cuts for Kids is a family even, there will be entertainment, health screenings, local celebrities, and a brand new custom built computer from Computers R Us will be given away at each Community Cuts location.

3 convenient locations

The Monsanto YMCA

The Boys and Girls Club of Greater St. Louis

The Lessie Bates Neighborhood House

Haircuts and Hair Styles for school aged children 5yrs to 18yrs

(Hair must be washed to receive cut or styling)

Barbers, Stylists, and Volunteers are needed! Call 314-514-5762 or Email