Uptown! Girls Night Out!

UPTOWN IS A WRAP!

2010-05-17T20:52:00.000-07:00

The Uptown Girls Night Out was a success!!! Thanks to all the vendors, volunteers, shoppers and sponsors! We did it for House of Mercy Educational Resource Center... IT IS A WRAP!!!

Calling all Children...Calling all Children!!!

2010-04-17T10:05:00.000-07:00

Mother's Day is May 9th.

Why not surprise Mom with a ticket to Uptown Girls Night Out Shopping and Pamper Soiree Benefit? She can shop, nosh, nibble, sip and get pampered.

SPA-bulous the FABulous Womens Day Spa will be there with pamper offerings

mini mani's in the Cosmo Corner, wax and lash bar and MAC makeup/makeovers in the Beauty Lounge, relaxing chair massage .

Afterwards, take Mom out on the town . Explore the new UPTOWN District Night Life. Take Mom to dinner at many of the fine restaraunts located in the heart of Uptown. Pican, Hibiscus, Z-Bar and Cafe,Ozuma's or MUA just to name a few. Make it a day into evening Mom will never forget! She will thank you and besides that she's worth it! right?

get HER ticket now at eventbrite.com

now carry on...

New Bath Creation and "Scent"sation coming UPTOWN!

2010-04-17T09:57:00.000-07:00

delicious skin! the bath and body company will be bringin it UPTOWN. The launch of two new Scentsational fragrances, "The Pink Martini" and "The Cosmopolitan."Also in their arsenal of divine fragrances and bath treats is the newest product offering, Bubbling Bath Salts. Check your Uptown goody bag, you dont want to miss out on this !

The Baddest Bag

2010-04-16T17:12:00.001-07:00

Think you have seen the baddest bag (handbags that is)? Well, "the Baddest Bag" will be Uptown bringing you the latest in style and sass, ultra chic finds with their FAB U LOUS bags and accessories. Nicci Butler, entrepreneur of "the baddest Bag"will be on hand along with her team to help you make your selections. You aint seen nothin yet! they are bad!

chocolate, cheesecake, candy, appetizers oh my!

2010-04-16T16:56:00.000-07:00

Uptown will feature decadent chocolates from Edible Love Chocolates of Berkeley, Melt in your mouth cheesecakes from Diamonds Heavenly Cheescakes, THE PINK Candy Buffet spotlighing some of your favorite candies like watermelon flavored "red vines",pink gummi bears, salt water taffy and as a treat the candy buffet will have a chocolate fountain with fresh strawberries from the farm and wonderful dried fruits like mango, papaya, pineapple, yogurt covered raisins yum! Plus appetizers , fruit and veggies, dips and POP Chips , popped not fried or baked... and of course the best artisan cheese this side of the mountains!!!dont believe us? then you better get your uptown hat and coat and c'mon down to see for yourself!
Remember this is all for the wonderful charity House of Mercy Educational Resource Center!
shop, nosh, nibble and sip. One night only! May 15, 2010 Uptown Body and Fender 401 26th Street in the heart of the UPTOWN district of Downtown Oakland...
If you cant make it send in a donation visit http://www.homercy.org.
Want to treat mom to a day of shopping and pampering. Buy MOM a ticket and bring her Uptown as a belated Mother's Day treat! we'll see you there
xoxo
the sassy glams

WELCOME!!

2010-04-16T16:29:00.000-07:00

Welcome to our newest uptown vendors ! YAY!!

Glitz and Glamour~ purveyors of sassy stylish sandals

and

Energy Cocktails

we're talkin local....

Its going to be an affair to remember.

Shopping is good...Shopping for Charity...better!

(note: photos are a representation only)

Advance Tickets Are NOW ON SALE!

2010-04-16T16:23:00.000-07:00

Okay recession fashionista's advance tickets for Uptown Girls Night Out Shopping and Pamper Soiree Benefit are now on sale at eventbrite.com

Tickets are going fast so get yours today... $20 with uptown goody bag

$15 without uptown goody bag

See you there!

Say "Man o los"

2010-03-31T13:10:00.000-07:00

Strut your stuff , smile and make pretty on the PINK Carpet ...UPTOWN! Th hottest most talked about shopping event to hit the Town (Oakland) YAY AREA! so come nosh, nibble, sip and shop Saturday May 15, 2010 Uptown Body and Fender, 401 26th Street in the new UPTOWN district of Downtown Oakland.. now say cheeeeeeeeeeessssse!!!!!

TICKETS NOW ON SALE !!!!

2010-03-31T13:08:00.000-07:00

Greetings
all you sassy uptown gals!
Tickets for the Uptown Girls Night Out Event are now live and on sale at Eventbrite.com

Kiss but dont tell!

2010-03-12T14:20:00.001-08:00

Thank you to Kiss Nail Art for their generous donations for the Uptown Swag/gift/goody bags!

Can you say Cheddar?

2010-03-12T14:01:00.000-08:00

We are pleased that Cabot Creamery makers of the "worlds best cheese" has graciously donated some of their wonderful cheese for the uptown event. Cabot Creamery Co op is located in Vermont with over 90 years of making artisan cheese. Thank you to their sales rep Carol Hacker for making this happen!

More Vendors! YAAAAAYYY!!!

2010-03-12T13:54:00.000-08:00

The Skin Doctor will feature body oils and natural bath and body products

Toottalus will bring gift baskets and one of a kind watches and bracelets to the party.

Lets get this Uptown Shopping Party Started!!!! YAY!

Can you say TORRID??

2010-02-27T14:15:00.001-08:00

Shout outs to Becky Meza and Torrid for their most generous goody bag donations.

Thank you to 100% Pure Cosmetics

2010-02-27T14:10:00.001-08:00

we'd like to send out a great big old thank you to Daisy and staff at 100% Pure Cosmetics located in the Town for their most generous donations for our swanky uptown goody bags. YAY!

ISHA Couture will be in the House...Uptown!

2010-02-27T14:02:00.000-08:00

We are pleased to announce that ISHA Couture will be joining us as a vendor at the Uptown Girls Night Out Shopping and Pamper Soiree. Featuring trendy and cutting edge plus size fashions and Beauty Bar. Get your beauty makeover...Uptown with ISHA Couture.May 15, 2010.

Uptown..whats it all about?

2010-02-16T13:18:00.000-08:00

Its about shopping for a cause...shopping for charity. Helping a local educational non-profit build on an already strong foundation. Its about giving back... to the community...to the kids... to a wonderful neighbor, friend, teacher, concerned citizen who out of the kindness of her heart decided to make a difference in youngsters lives. Its about a commitment to insure our future... the children of our village will be confident, educated and can stand strong among their peers as role models in their own right. its about all the possibilities. Its about making sure the best summer program around will continue in the community, for all kids, parents and neighbors.

Its a village thing and we all have to do our part... so yes, we're going Uptown...we're going to introduce new small indie businesses and emerging designers and boutiques to the community

You and your friends are going to support them.,shop with them, make friends with them... we are all going to benefit from going Uptown.. and when its all said and done,the youngsters of House of Mercy Educational Resource Center will say two very important words, "Thank you!" they will know because of our efforts ,working together to promote, to help, to support their program is the key to moving upward and beyond. And it benefits all of us ,you and me, the youngsters, the community, the town, the nation...all of us! "each one, reach one, each one,teach one."

So onward and Uptown we shall go.

Save the date, May 15, 2010. we're shopping for this cause!

See you Uptown!

Uptown Raffle and Gift Bag Partners

2010-02-03T22:05:00.000-08:00

O.P.I.

Coty Perfume presents SJP Lovely Samples

Pureology

more coming ...stay tuned

Uptown Vendors

2010-02-03T21:37:00.000-08:00

Senses and Scents

Spabulous

Celebration Favors

Gianni, Inc

delicious skin! the bath and body company

And more to come... stay tuned

The Return of Elegance.. an Uptown review

2010-01-31T19:34:00.000-08:00

A Return to Elegance
The dot.com companies are suffering, business casual has turned into weekend casual and sloppy dressers have crossed the line too many times. Wall Street is rethinking the dress code, yacht and country clubs are hiring me to rewrite their dress code, party dresses for little girls are in and women are ready to look feminine again!

I've never been an advocate of slavishly following fashion however, wonderful things are happening. With the Return to Elegance, clothing is becoming more luxurious, dinner parties more lavish, men more dashing and women more feminine.

So, it is out with those clunky heels and old lady shoes and it is in with the low cleavage and slender heels. I'm speaking about shoes here men, not dresses. Pant suits are out, skirts and dresses are in . It is out with the dark, harsh colors in nail polish and lipstick and in with light and approachable looks. Femininity is back! It is out with the stodgy rep ties in heavy fabrics and in with the light weight silk ties in patterns so irresistible that I can't resist touching. It is out with the Docker pants and in with the pleated dress trouser.

So, if you have more " dash than cash "......

MEN: a few great ties and to ensure the best possible choice, bring the jacket with you when shopping. Throw out those boring socks and splurge on the wonderful new looks in subtle patterns and colors. No white or loud patterns in socks. Cuff links, tie pins and suspenders are in for a truly dashing look.

WOMEN: More feminine styling in business suits, sheer stockings (Hanes Silk Reflections make a great choice), softer fabrics in dresses and glamorous evening dresses are back.

Dress to be memorable. Dress to conquer the world and strike a profile for profit. When I say that clothing can make you look good, what I'm really saying is that it makes you look authoritative, powerful, rich, reliable, responsible, friendly and other traits that are meaningful to you and others in business and social situations.

from the article by gloria starr

Chocolate diamonds anyone?

2010-01-19T18:13:00.000-08:00

These are to die for.. fabulous...glamorous...will we have any UPTOWN? dont know yet!

did you see these FAB GUCCI Boots???

2010-01-19T18:09:00.000-08:00

We're UPTOWN all the way

2010-01-09T20:19:00.000-08:00

The name has changed but the aim is the same.
Shopping for charity while celebrating the style, the clothes, the shoes, the jewelry and the glamour the 4 gal pals evoke in the Sex and the City 2 the movie...
remember its really all about the clothes and shoes!

Will we see this in the new movie?

2010-01-06T15:35:00.000-08:00

simply gorgeous!

SJP-NYC launch coincides with SATC2 premiere!

2010-01-06T15:14:00.000-08:00

Striving to capture the essence of SJP's (thats Sarah Jessica Parker) alter ego Carrie Bradshaw of Sex and the City fame, Coty announces the launch of SJP-NYC. based on Carrie Bradshaw's closet,this new fragrance is in large part due to people's impressions of seeing Carrie Bradshaw walk down the street and what feelings that evokes for her and for them, a sense of freedom and possibilities, a love for the city around her and of course fashion.
(excerpt from beauty packaging article by Dinapoli of Coty)

Vendor Spotlight... SPA-bulous!

2009-12-31T17:55:00.000-08:00

SPA-bulous

"Let us relax your body~ renew your spirit ~ rejuvenate your mind ~ revitalize your skin and most of all.... restore your well being!"

The SPA-bulous Pamper and Beauty Bar will be in full effect at the SATC2 goes Uptown event. Brought to you by the Fabulous DIVA of Ahhh!

Ms Valarie Espinoza-Ross, Owner, CMT, LST. Stop by and let the magic begin... UPTOWN, Saturday May 15, 2010! For more information go to their website at www.spa-bulous.com

FAB U LOUS! Diva!!

Vendor Spotlight...Celebration Favors

2009-12-30T15:10:00.000-08:00

Celebration Favors and gifts from delicious skin! will launch at the Uptown girls night out event on May 15, 2010! From simple and classic to out of the box unique. These hand prepared favors are a must for any celebration. Using the finest ingredients and eco- friendly packaging with just the right adornments. For weddings, anniversaries, baby and bridal showers, christenings, birthdays and more. Check out the website offerings at http://www.naturallydeliciousskin.com/ and dont forget to stop by their table for your free celebration favor!

Vendor Profile..GIANNA, Inc.

2009-12-30T14:51:00.000-08:00

Coming UPTOWN...

Gianna, Inc. a local indie eco-friendly fair trade gift and decor boutique.Beautiful gifts for home, for him, for her handcrafted by women and men artisans from India, Laos and Thailand. Scarves from Gianna, Inc. have been featured in I-Village, eco-fashion, Hyphen and People magazine!Please check out their website to get info. www.weargianna.com.

just love it!!!

UPTOWN...the conversation...everywhere...

2009-12-26T09:10:00.000-08:00

greetings all you fashionistas,

the conversation is all about the Sex and the City 2 goes Uptown girls night out shopping and pamper soiree benefit May 15, 2010. Its on ning, twitter, facebook and we're going to be blogging about everything fashion, pampering, shopping, style, music and more for the next 5 months. Check out the new Uptown social network, uptowngirlsnight.ning. become part of the conversation.Tell your friends and family. spread the word...like wildfires the conversation is catching on....Its going to be everywhere.... you tell it...I tell it... we all tell it... shopping for labels and showing love for the non-profit House of Mercy Educational Resource Center in east Oakland...UPTOWN will be the conversation..spread that love all around!

"UPTOWN GIRLS NIGHT" on TWITTER!

2009-11-07T09:34:00.000-08:00

Hey Fashionistas,

Follow the goings on and get current updates about the most fabulous fun filled event to hit the town ever! yeah we goin' UPTOWN!

Where?... you say!!!

TWITTER

our Tweet name is uptowngirlsnight

O.P.I. makes a serious donation!

2009-10-30T00:11:00.000-07:00

Great news! O.P. I. has generously sent us goodies (their FABULOUS Nail lacquer) for our gift bags! So ladies get ready this is only the beginning. O.P.I We thank you ever so much (formal thankyous will be going out to O.P.I this weekend) This is going to be the most talked about event of the new year! remember you will be shopping for a great cause... the continuing educational enrichment of our kids!

Make a Statement! the hottest essentials will be Uptown!

2009-10-26T23:04:00.000-07:00

the sheath dress

the statement earring

the feminine blouse

the wild very berry lips

the one of a kind jewelry

the chic handbag

the essential accessories

the baddest jeans that move with you and actually fit!

the best makeup

the most decadent bath and body stuff

the best pamper experience

the best tasting cocktails

the most delectable dessert tastings ever!

the essential girl gift bag

and more..

from local indie designers, boutiques and manufacturers

one night only

one location

with a commitment to a deserving and worthwhile cause

come on UPTOWN and be part of this exciting night of shopping and pampering!

shopping for a cause

2009-10-26T22:48:00.000-07:00

Shopping is good!

Shopping for a good cause...

even better!

WANTED: Fashion and Beauty Exhibitors!

2009-10-21T11:33:00.000-07:00

Want to reach savvy shoppers ?

Want to increase your sales?

How about expanding your customer base?

Want to raise product/services awareness?

If you are a local (northern california) indie retailer/designer of clothing, accessories, jewelry, makeup etc. OR if you market services for women such as personal shopping, personal organization,own a salon or other services geared to women, this is the event for you.

You will be placed on a preferred exhibitor list specifically for this event.

naturallydeliciousskin@yahoo.com or spabulousinfo@yahoo.com

Recession +Fashionista = Recessionista

2009-10-21T11:11:00.000-07:00

In spite of or because of the economic recession, SATC 2 will touch on this in the new movie set to premiere May 28, 2010 so sources say. soooo lets celebrate beauty and fashion Sex and the City style! You can be stylish in this recession just like our fav SATC ladies !

Ticket prices will be very reasonable (tbd) we promise! Receive fab Gift Bags, nosh at our candy and dessert bars, sip on complimentary cocktails, shop with local indie businesses and the best part is you will be shopping for a good cause...charity(House of Mercy Educational Resource Center's Summer Enrichment Program)

So save the date May 15, 2010

The UPTOWN Lady

2009-10-19T19:45:00.001-07:00

The Uptown Lady look is all about flawless tailoring and serious luxury. a seductive pencil skirt with a thin glossy belt. Classic French style jacket updated with contrasting stitching(thank you Coco Chanel) the iconic sheath (thank you First Lady Michelle Obama) Gold hardware on a bad bag adds just the right amount of sparkle. Style+ Sophistication= Substance that is sassy and glamourous! If this isnt in your closet and you dont get it for the Holidays... never fear Come on Uptown to the shopping soiree of the year... May 15, 2010. Come fabulous, shop as a recessionista, nosh on incredible edibles, get your pamper on, enjoy complimentary cocktails, win exceptionally fantastic raffle prizes while being socially reponsible for the education of our children.

About House of Mercy Summer Enrichment Program

2009-10-16T22:56:00.000-07:00

Greetings all,

Here is some info about House of Mercy Educational Resource Center's Summer Enrichment Program...

Classes
House of Mercy Educational Resource Center provides summer enrichment and academic intervention classes. Our program emphasizes visual and performing arts as a means to engage students in the back to basics curriculum.

Stories Through Images ~ Scrapbooking

Designed to engage all students—Standard English Learners, and Second Language Learners, to write from personal experiences, create vignettes of memorable childhood episodes, connect writing to photos, and to produce a scrapbook. They will create a 24-page, 8 X 8, keep sake album. Students will share their cultural stories and traditions through writing and photos with their families and our community.

Beginning Music Theory
Basics of music theory-Learn the building blocks of music-the language of what you hear. This includes Rhythms-Meter-Chord/Scale Structure-Melodic & Rhythmic Dictation. "How to look at a song on paper and understand what you see." And much more...

Reading Book Club
Students read aloud, and are read to from a variety of multicultural, high-interest short stories, picture books, poetry, and anthologies. Themes range from friendship, growing up, self-esteem, success, and family. Students write reflections and discuss the main ideas, message, and response to literature. Options include, drawing, drama, cartooning, and interactive writing. Students can check out books of their choice from the HOMERCY Library for the duration of the summer. Certificates, bookmarks and other rewards are given for participation. Whether your child is an auditory, visual, or kinesthetic learner, our teachers will find a strategy that will motivate your child to read.

Art
Students work with chalk on canvas while learning the fundamentals of drawing. The goal for the program is to design a silk-screened T-Shirt with a powerful message of self-determination and motivation.

A La Carte Cooking
Students will learn about nutrition, gain culinary skills, prepare mini-meals and vegetarian dishes under the direction of a mother/son team (an aspiring, award winning chef.) Students will receive hands-on guidance to create healthy, tasty meals, as options to fast-food, quick-fix meals. Students will learn table etiquette and social skills taught by a prominent educator and executive director of an educational non-profit in the Bay Area.

Conversational French
Learning a second or third language is an avenue to explore other cultures nationally and internationally. Our qualified language teacher with 13+ years experience give the students an introduction to conversational French and through games, music, drama, art, and speaking. Students use technology for re-enforcement.

Virtual Economics 101
Students study the 9 Principles of Economics. The goal is to learn these principles now, and gain the knowledge and skills needed to make informed economic decisions. This 101 course provides the fundamental structure for life as students began to make choices based on benefit/cost analysis in all aspects of their lives.

House of Mercy Educational Resource Center2829 38th AvenueOakland, California 94619Phone: (510) 536-8900Email: mailto:Starlight@coolexample.com
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2009. House of Mercy Educational Resource Center. All rights reserved.

Looking for vendors in all the right places!

2009-10-11T17:30:00.000-07:00

we are currently reviewing our list of potential vendors to participate in Sex and the City 2 goes Uptown Event. If you are an indie vendor of beauty, fashion, accessories, desserts or beverages, This will be THE event of 2010! Be a part of it! and help out a worthy cause in the process. email us at naturallydeliciousskin@yahoo.com or spabulousinfo@yahoo.com. we are looking forward to hearing from you indie nation!!

just doing what we have to do so the kids can do what they need to do!

Going UPTOWN!

2009-10-11T17:04:00.000-07:00

We'd like to give shout outs, kudos and a great BIG Thank you to Giovanna, Owner of Uptown Body and Fender in Oakland for allowing us to host our "Sex and the City2 goes Uptown" shopping and pamper soiree benefit May 15, 2010.

AND... if you need body and fender work done, this is the place to go. Woman owned and operated.excellent work, reasonably priced.Located at 401 26th Street, downtown Oakland phone 510-251-8009 . Open M-F.

Shopping for Charity

2009-09-29T17:48:00.000-07:00

House of Mercy Educational Resource Center's Summer Enrichment Program is the catalyst behind the Sex and the City 2 shopping and pamper soiree.Funding is needed to continue the program and that is why we at delicious skin and pink diamondz events are stepping up to the plate to host this upcoming event.

A little about House of Mercy Educational Resource Center...

This wonderful non-profit educational organizaton provides free summer programs for youngsters ages 6 to 15 in East Oakland. Offering classes in music theory, art, reading, scrapbooking, A la Carte cooking, virtual economics, social etiquette, games such as chess and monopoly, conversational french and focusing on teaching youngsters problem solving skills and life strategies, while building confidence, offering encouragement, support and motivation.Free lunches daily! Ms. Arva Campbell, M.S. is the Executive Director. for more information or to make donations go to http://www.homercy.org/

"my son attended Ms Arva's enrichment program this past summer and was so excited to go every morning. He loves art and music and what he learned was amazing.He was able to create amazing art with pastels, to learn how to read music and to top it off learned how to make sushi! He is 6 years old and relished the thought of attending this summer program and was so disappointed when it ended". Keleigh Ento-Miles parent

Celebrating Sex and the City 2 ~ Uptown!

2009-09-27T23:17:00.000-07:00

The SATC2 movie will premier May 28th and in that spirit, delicious skin! the bath and body company and pink diamondz events (a division of Spa-bulous) will host the hottest shopping party UPTOWN, where ladies can uber pamper themselves, check out fabulous finds in beauty, fashion ,sweets! and more while supporting local grown...

In the spirit of of SATC2 , celebrate beauty and fashion, enjoy sweet treats at the dessert bar, complimentary cocktail sampling, fabulous goody boxes, shopping to benefit one of our fav non-profits House of Mercy Educational Resource Center's Summer Enrichment Program.

So gather your gal pals, sister friends, moms and glammoms(thats grandmothers with style) and join us Uptown. One night only! more details as they become available.