Shanelle's Starting SomethingShanelle's Starting Somethinghttp://www.shanellegabriel.com/blog/2012-02-10T17:10:07ZSquarespaceSound & Style x Reebok Classics (Femcee Battle!)http://www.shanellegabriel.com/blog/2012/2/10/sound-style-x-reebok-classics-femcee-battle.htmlShanelle Gabriel2012-02-10T16:43:45Z2012-02-10T16:43:45ZBlack History Month: Debunking the 10 biggest myths about Black History (by www.theGrio.com)http://www.shanellegabriel.com/blog/2012/2/3/black-history-month-debunking-the-10-biggest-myths-about-bla.htmlShanelle Gabriel2012-02-03T11:32:07Z2012-02-03T11:32:07ZNYC! Come eat & drink & dance while raising money for Lupus!http://www.shanellegabriel.com/blog/2012/1/29/nyc-come-eat-drink-dance-while-raising-money-for-lupus.htmlShanelle Gabriel2012-01-29T12:20:21Z2012-01-29T12:20:21Z"Don't Quit": The poem that got me through many a hard time...http://www.shanellegabriel.com/blog/2012/1/29/dont-quit-the-poem-that-got-me-through-many-a-hard-time.htmlShanelle Gabriel2012-01-29T12:15:52Z2012-01-29T12:15:52ZJanuary Updates! [Shows in NYC & Atlantic City, Article, NYC Workshops)http://www.shanellegabriel.com/blog/2012/1/11/january-updates-shows-in-nyc-atlantic-city-article-nyc-works.htmlShanelle Gabriel2012-01-11T13:01:39Z2012-01-11T13:01:39Z Happy New Year!

I know we're a week in but I wanted to make sure I had some news for you all regarding January's happenings! After a month of planning and re-evaluating where I want to be in 2012, I've got a lot in the works: new music/ poetry, videos, service projects, shows, and more that will be revealed in time! I don't want to overwhelm you so here's what's going on in the next few weeks:

 

Live Performance in NYC - Friday, January 13th @ 6PM

MUSIC, FOOD, FUN and ME :) .... and at the same time you get to learn about the BLK ProjeK and its mission to create economic development opportunities that address food justice, environmental justice and public and mental health. I'll be performing Friday at The BLK Project's Welcome Party & Fundraiser @ Museum of Motherhood:

401 East 84th St (between 1st Ave and York, lower level Dunhill Building), New York, NY 

Also performing: The Paxtons, OHBO! Niyre. Tickets are $35/ VIP $60. 

 

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Live Performance in Atlantic City, NJ - Monday, January 16th @ 5PM

It's a blessing to have been asked to be the guest of honor at The Greater Atlantic City Dr. Martin Luther King Day Of Stars, a free music, poetry and from the heart tribute and festival celebrating the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. It will take place at The Shore Mall in Cardiff, New Jersey. The event begins at 12pm, but I'll be pretty much closing out the night. IT'S FREE! 

 

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Feature Article at Kansas State University 

 I was featured in a great article in the Kansas State University Collegian after my performance there last month. I thought I'd share! (Thank you, Jakki Thompson, for writing such a great article! And thank you K-State for welcoming me to "The Little Apple", Manhattan, KS.) 

Check it out: http://www.kstatecollegian.com/news/spoken-word-artist-shares-poetry-with-students-in-personal-performance-1.2673010#.TtVFaHNFFUk 

 

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Winter Workshop on Performing in NYC 

 

Through Urban Word NYC, I am teaching a Youth Winter Workshop Performance Series called "Lyrical Melodies" on performing work that blends genres. Whether you sing and rap, spit poetry and sing, or dance and monologue, this workshop is for you! It's every Tuesday from now till February 14th at the Urban Word Main Office (242 W. 27th St. Suite 3A, New York, NY 10001) from 4:30PM to 6:30PM. Free! 

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Well, till next time, stay warm and stay blessed! See you on Twitter! 

Shanelle Gabriel

www.twitter.com/ShanelleG

]]>Anti-Lace Front PSA (Video)http://www.shanellegabriel.com/blog/2011/12/26/anti-lace-front-psa-video.htmlShanelle Gabriel2011-12-26T14:00:43Z2011-12-26T14:00:43ZHilarious!!! (Especially the "I'm someone's Soror" line!) LOL. Don't let that be you!

]]>HS Seniors & College Freshman! Apply for The J. Marjory Jackson Performing Arts Scholarshiphttp://www.shanellegabriel.com/blog/2011/12/21/hs-seniors-college-freshman-apply-for-the-j-marjory-jackson.htmlShanelle Gabriel2011-12-21T14:53:45Z2011-12-21T14:53:45ZShanelle's Christmas Wish Listhttp://www.shanellegabriel.com/blog/2011/12/14/shanelles-christmas-wish-list.htmlShanelle Gabriel2011-12-14T14:24:49Z2011-12-14T14:24:49ZEvery year I do a birthday wish list and a Christmas wish list. While on most occassions, I end up buying them for myself, I always think what people want tells you a little about who they are. So here I am! Santa, I swear I've been a good girl! lol

1. RUNNING GEAR- As some of you know, I've been REALLY into running as my choice method of exercise. I'm even running in the NYC Half Marathon in March with Team Life Without Lupus in support of the S.L.E. Foundation. However, I realized quickly that serious running requires more than just some sweats and kicks. So some great gifts would be compression clothing (which holds in warmth but wicks away sweat), warm athletic gloves (the ones that allow me to use a touch-screen device), and running socks with extra cushioning around the toes and heels which keep feet warm and dry. See...A lot goes into this. 

 

2. iPHONE 4S or DROID RAZR for VZW- I still haven't decided between the two (although my iPod has been acting up as of late.) I'm not a techie, I just want a new phone that works well and can do cool stuff. So if someone offers me either of these phones, I'm sure I'll just be happy with it. lol

 

3. STARBUCKS GIFT CARD- I call Starbucks my "office." It's where I get work done, use the free wi-fi, have quick meetings, not to mention enjoy a tall soy chai tea latte or soy caramel machiatto (extra caramel). A gift card to offset this regular $5 expense would be much appreciated.
 

4. STUDIO TIME- Any help with getting my album done is greatly appreciated. Sessions can run me anywhere from $120 and up so contributions are dope. :)

 

5. A Nice Luxurious Queen-Size Bed Comforter Set: Lord knows how much I love my bed, so anything to add to its plushness and warmth would be much loved and appreciated. I love earth-tones (pale greens, chocolate browns, etc). :)
 

]]>Michael Jackson Tribute- Beyonce & Ne-Yo Videohttp://www.shanellegabriel.com/blog/2011/12/14/michael-jackson-tribute-beyonce-ne-yo-video.htmlShanelle Gabriel2011-12-14T12:23:39Z2011-12-14T12:23:39Z

I'm slowly becoming a huge Bey fan...Don't fight me. lol

 

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]]>5 Reasons Why Kansas State University is FLY:http://www.shanellegabriel.com/blog/2011/11/16/5-reasons-why-kansas-state-university-is-fly.htmlShanelle Gabriel2011-11-16T12:56:00Z2011-11-16T12:56:00Z