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June 19th, 2013
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VIPP Communications: Derek Anderson talks about his book Stamina with Roland Martin
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Louisville native Derek Anderson appeared on the Tom Joyner Morning Show talking about his new book Stamina
June 18th, 2013
This morning former NBA and University of Kentucky star Derek Anderson was on the Tom Joyner Morning Show. Roland Martin conducted the interview about his book Stamina. Here’s a link of the interview in case you missed it.
http://listen.reachmediainc.com/files/061813ROLANDMARTIN.mp3
If you would like to setup an interview, invite Anderson to a book signing or to be a guest speaker at your next event contact Sherlene Shanklin at sshanklin@derekandersonworks.com.
June 14th, 2013
By Sherlene Shanklin
Louisville has been in the spotlight due to collegiate sports reigning supreme and putting the city in the national and international spotlight but on Friday night R&B will be the talk of this town. Date night for many couples will be a tough choice to make based on the two concerts being held in downtown Louisville. At the KFC Yum Center, Mary J Blige will be in concert with KEM opening the show. The multi-Grammy Award winner will sing songs some of her biggest hits from songs and albums like “What’s The411″, “Share My World”, “My Life”, and her new single “Don’t Mind”. The concert starts at 8:00 p.m.
Then just down Main Street we head to the Kentucky Center where the legendary high energy band Earth, Wind & Fire will be in concert. Their tour Now, Then & Forever will leave fans standing throughout the concert singing along to hits like “Shining Star”, “Getaway”, and “September”. The concert begins at 7:30pm.
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VIPP Communications: Former U of L Cardinal will host a golf scramble to help area youth
June 11th, 2013
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FROM THE BASKETBALL COURT TO THE GOLF COURSE FORMER UNIVERSITY OF LOUISVILLE STARS SUPPORT A FORMER TEAMMATE WHO’S WORKING TO KEEP YOUTH ON THE RIGHT PATH OF SUCCESS
Ellis Myles’ Golf Scramble to benefit AAU team
June 9, 2013
(Louisville, KY) Join Ellis Myles and other Louisville Sport Greats to benefit the Louisville Magic AAU Basketball team. The golf scramble is Monday, July 1st at the Cardinal Club in Simpsonville, KY. Tee time is at 8:00 a.m. followed by lunch and a silent auction.
Ellis has asked some of his former teammates to come out and support his efforts to help other young men follow their dreams.
The following will join Ellis for a day of golf, fun and some friendly competition: Reece Gaines, Perrin Johnson, Luke Whitehead, Muhammad Lasege, Wiley Brown, Larry O’Bannon, Hajj Turner, Nazr Muhammad, Alhaji Muhammad, Tony Williams, Edgar Sosa, Preston Knowles, and Jerry Smith.
Ellis says “It’s important to give back and when I put the callout to my close friends and teammates they did not hesitate to say they would participate. Basketball was a great foundation for us and now we want to give back. Now, it’s going to be interesting to see us on a golf course instead of a basketball court. You need to come out and see how this will play out. This should be a great time.”
The Louisville Magic, AAU team is a 501c3 organization that provides Louisville, KY and surrounding area young men with a positive, enjoyable environment within which they will enhance their basketball skills and knowledge and develop self-discipline, self-confidence, and good sportsmanship. Through the encouragement and understanding of positive role models and based on the guiding principles of empowerment, performance, and motivation, young men will learn to cope with everyday stressors, and to overcome negative temptations, maturing into tomorrow’s family and community leaders.
If you would like to play on July 1st at the Cardinal Club. It’s $150 per golf and $500 for a team of four. To sign up your team call Jim Hunter at 502-814-5710. We would like to thank Mainstreet Wealth Management for being this year’s presenting sponsor. A portion of your expense is tax deductible.
If you would like to setup an interview with Ellis Myles, please contact Sherlene Shanklin with VIPP Communications at 502-295-0435 or by email at sshanklin@vippcommunications.com.
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VIPP Communications News: Former NBA & UK Bball Star Will Appear On CNN Father’s Day
June 10th, 2013
The CNN interview with Derek L Anderson Sr .and Don Lemon will air Sunday, June 16th at 6:30 p.m. Derek would like to thank everyone for their support.
Due to international breaking news the interview had to be pushed back but Father’s Day seems to fitting. If you would like to setup an interview an interview and/or to have Derek speak at your next event contact Sherlene Shanklin at sshanklin@derekandersonworks.c
Hollywood Comes to Minneapolis, Minnesota
June 6th, 2013
A popular show on a national network will be in your city later this week to tape their show about food trucks. To find out where Team Slide Show will be parked and to talk to the team members so residents of Minneapolis, Minnesota can come out and taste what the food truck specializes in when it comes to sliders. Please contact Sherlene Shanklin at ivypromotions@att.net or call 502-295-0435 to get access to the food truck. Fans of the show will be excited to know that they are stopping in Minneapolis and who knows they might see themselves on one of the upcoming episodes. We would love to do an interview to help get the word out.
May 30th, 2013
By Sherlene Shanklin
Louisville youth will get a special treat on Thursday because Olympic Gold Medalist, WNBA star and former U of L Cardinal Angel McCoughtry will be attend the “Full STEAM Ahead” Family Engagement event. Fresh off her international team’s (Fenerbahce) championship victory to win the Turkish Cup, the Atlanta Dream star McCoughtry will visit the Louisville Central Community Center, Inc. (LCCC) to congratulate youth for successfully completing the organization’s education and fine arts programs. The event will be held on Thursday, May 30th from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the LCCC campus located at 1300 W. Muhammad Ali Blvd. McCoughtry will greet the crowd of 100 parents and students with remarks about the importance of education, a key area of interest for her Angel McCoughtry Dream Foundation.
Angel is also in Louisville to help LCCC promote the new eLearn Olympics initiative, an interactive, web-based portal for JCPS students, design to boost academic skills in reading and math. eLearn Olympics provide students and parents opportunities for enrollment, access to academic competition, Olympic-type medals, prizes, celebrations and related human interest stories. The program also provides other incentives such as opportunities to learn and earn through community service. This Gheens Foundation supported initiative helps students reach their highest potential as they face more challenging academic standards. McCoughtry has a section on the eLearn Olympics website, called “Ask Angel”. Students can go on and ask the Olympian questions and the former U of L Cardinal will answer their questions. The section will also give advice, and tips to motivate our future academic and athletic champions. To enroll your child in eLearn Olympics, go to their website www.elearnolympics.com. You can also follow them on twitter @elearnolympics
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Kentucky businesswoman is making a big impression on star-studded events around the U.S.
May 28th, 2013
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KENTUCKY BUSINESS ADDS ANOTHER STAR-STUDDED EVENT TO THEIR RESUME
May 25, 2013
Fresh off the Kentucky Derby and the Oscars, DB Bourbon Candy has hit a trifecta when it comes to events. A member of the Emmy® Gifting Committee approached Robyn Stuart, owner of the DB Bourbon Candy while attending an Oscar event and invited her to be a part of the Emmy® Awards.
Stuart and her team are currently preparing for the The 39th Annual PSW Emmy® Awards be held June 15th, 2013 at the Red Rock Casino and Resort in Las Vegas. Some of the celebrities attending include: Kelsey Grammer, Ceelo Green, Selena Gomez, Dennis Haysbert, Dennis Quaid, Ernie Hudson, Rob Kardashian, Jenny McCarthy, Adam Baldwin, and Sammy Hagar to name a few on the long list of celebrity guests.
DB Bourbon Candy, based in Frankfort, KY started in 2002 when Stuart’s mother Johnnye Smallwood Cunningham created the original candy recipe during the holidays. When she passed away Robyn continued the family tradition but decided that she wanted to share the bourbon filled treats with the public by starting her own business.
Today, the business has expanded the taste buds of bourbon candy lovers into cheesecakes, and dripping fruits like pineapple, strawberries and grapes into chocolate just to name a few. 2013 has put Stuart in a whirlwind of invitations, appearances and networking opportunities for herself and her business.
Four Roses Bourbon and DB Bourbon Candy have created a partnership to make sure both are represented in premiere events around the U.S. They worked together to execute the Oscars and now they will support Stuart and her team for the Emmys.
Stuart says “I would have never thought in a million years that I would be able to be a part of the Emmys, Oscars and the Kentucky Derby all in the same year. I haven’t had much time to sit back and think about the accomplishments because like my mother would say, you are only as good as your last event, so that’s why I try so hard because I want to make my mom, grandmother, and family proud of me. To travel to Las Vegas as the only Kentucky business really makes this special because when my team and I attended the Oscar Gifting Suite we were a huge hit. They wanted to talk to us about Kentucky, the Derby and how huge our state is for basketball and bourbon. This has been truly a great year for DB Bourbon Candy.”
DB Bourbon Candy have been a part of some of the biggest events like the Oscars, Barbara Steinsand Fundraiser, Chris Everett Tennis Charity event, Patricia Barnstable-Brown Derby Gala, The Grand Gala, the Kentucky NFL Hall of Fame and the Soul Train Awards to name a few.
If you would like to place an order and/or be a sponsor please contact DB Bourbon Candy at 859-612-9550. You can also visit their website by logging onto www.dbbourboncandy.com.
If you would like to setup an interview with Stuart, please contact Sherlene Shanklin, VIPP Communications at 502-582-7716 office/502-295-0435 cell or by email at sshanklin@vippcommunications.com.
The 39th Annual PSW Emmy® Awards be held June 15th, 2013 at the Red Rock Casino and Resort in Las Vegas and will be televised to nearly 10 million homes in Santa Barbara, San Diego and Las Vegas. The Emmy® is the preeminent Award that recognizes achievement in the professional television industry. The Pacific Southwest Region holds its annual gala to award the talent and ability in the composition, creation and performance of works which strive to improve the quality of television in Southern California and Nevada.
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DB Bourbon Candy, LLC is a successful home business located in Frankfort, KY. While there are many candy companies and makers of bourbon balls in Kentucky, DB Bourbon Candy is the only African American owned company of its kind in the state. Both the candy and the bourbon are unique to Kentucky; approximately 95% of the bourbon in the United States is distilled in Kentucky.
Kentucky Derby 2013
May 27th, 2013TheSlice at St. Augustine in Louisville, KY
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Jody Watley in Louisville for a free concert at 4th Street Live
May 24th, 2013
By Sherlene Shanklin: There’s a lot of events going on this weekend but this is a must attend event. Grammy award Pop and R&B star Jody Watley will be in concert. It’s the Free District Rhythms Concert Series held on Sunday, May 26th at Fourth Street Live. The former Shalamar artist went solo and created hits like “Don’t You Want Me”, “Real Love”, “Everything” and “I’m Looking For A New Love”. The free concert will begin at 6 p.m. If you are under the age of 18, you must be acompanied by a legal guardian until 9 p.m. After 9 p.m. all patrons must be over 21 to enter the event.
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New England Patriot WR Deion Branch will host his annual Skills & Drills Football Camp
May 21st, 2013
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NEW ENGLAND PATRIOT WIDE RECEIVER & FORMER UNIVERSITY OF LOUISVILLE CARDINAL DEION BRANCH WILL HOST HIS ANNUAL FOOTBALL CAMP IN LOUISVILLE
May 21, 2013
(Louisville, KY) Super Bowl 39 MVP New England Patriots WR and former U of L Cardinal Deion Branch will host his 4th Annual Skills & Drills Football Camp Saturday, June 1st at St. Xavier, (St. X) High School, 1609 Poplar Level Road. Registration is from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. The camp will run from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The camp is $50, which includes a camp shirt, lunch, goodie bag and personal instruction from Branch and some of his former Cardinal teammates. The football camp is for youth ages 7 to 16. Parents please make sure your youth are dressed appropriately for the camp. You can register online, go to www.deionbranchfoundation.org and fill out the online registration form.
Branch’s camp will give youth an opportunity to learn basic football techniques while promoting fitness and sportsmanship. This eye-opening experience will give your child a real chance to see if they like the sport and how a NFL champion dedicates a large part of their life to prepare. Branch says “It’s not just about the games you see on Sundays, it’s the day in and day out preparation that gets you to Sunday’s game. Even in the off season, we have to work on certain skill sets and staying fit. It’s a fulltime job and I want the kids in this camp to see what they are facing when you have to play a sport whether its high school, collegiate and/or professional. We make the camp fun but we will push your child so they can understand the commitment they are obligating themselves too and how they need to juggle athletics and academics”.
Proceeds raised during the camp will benefit the Deion Branch Foundation. The Deion Branch Charitable Foundation is a non-profit organization whose mission is to offer support to children’s mental, physical, emotional well-being and for those inflected with meningitis. The DBCF’s mission is to help with research and to find a cure to ease the struggles for children like Deiondre, Deion’s son. The foundation goal is to assist by providing programs and initiatives aimed at improving their quality of life. We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
In April, “Team Branch” participated in the Kentucky Derby Festival’s miniMarathon. They raised thousands of dollars for their foundation. For the first time, the foundation also had organizations submit request for grants. The Deion Branch Foundation awarded five organizations grants ranging from $2,000 to $5,000 for programs and services that cater to the youth in the area.
We would like to thank St. X High School, Papa Johns, WGZB, ESPN Radio Louisville, parents and volunteers for your support. If you would like to be a sponsor and/or donate items for the goodie bags please contact us at 502-295-0435 or 334-507-3632.
To setup an interview with Deion Branch please contact Sherlene Shanklin at 502-295-0435 or by email at sshanklin@vippcommunications.com. To learn more about the 4th Annual Skills & Drills Football Camp and other programs Branch and his foundation participate in go to the Deion Branch Foundation go to www.deionbranchfoundation.org.
Ken Griffey Jr will be at the Race at the Grace in Louisville, KY as a kickoff to Derby events
May 3rd, 2013
Down the Stretch with Sherlene Shanklin: There’s a new Kentucky Derby event that celebrates faith and community service. Grace at the Race will honor individuals from the corporate, sports and entertainment sectors. Honorees have shown commitment and contributions to community service.
This year’s proceeds benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Kentuckiana and the West End School.
This year’s guest include: Ken Griffey Jr., Scottie Pippen, Gary Payton, Julius “Dr. J” Erving, Ralph Sampson, John Calipari, Emil Brolick, Lynn Merritt and Anthony Anderson. Marvin Winans will perform during the event. Grace at the Race will be held Thursday, May 2nd from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Galt House in downtown Louisville.
If you have a Kentucky Derby event send it to me at sshanklin@whas11.com. You can also follow me on Twitter @Sherlenemediapr.
Down the Stretch with Sherlene Shanklin: Taking you inside KY Derby events
May 1st, 2013Follow me as I take you to some of the hottest events during the Kentucky Derby weekend. You can go to www,whas11.com and click on THe411 or the Derby section and look for my blog Down the Stretch with Sherlene Shanklin.
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WORD UP! CAMEO IN CONCERT AT A KY DERBY FESTIVAL EVENT
May 1st, 2013
Down the Stretch with Sherlene Shanklin: Today, you have enjoyed the KDF Winefest, Texas Hold’em Tournament, Ramble for the Roses and the Hole in One Golf Concert. Tonight, it’s the Kentucky Derby Festival Rhythmfest Concert featuring soul/funk group, Cameo. They are known for their hit songs like “Candy”, “Single Life” and “Word Up!” The concert will begin at 9:00 p.m. at the Kroger’s Fest-a-Ville on the Waterfront. All you need is your 2013 Pegasus Pin to enter the concert.
If you have a Kentucky Derby event send it to me at sshanklin@whas11.com You can also follow me on twitter @Sherlenemediapr.
Valerie Simpson will perform at the Silks in the Bluegrass Derby night in Louisville, KY
April 25th, 2013
Down the Stretch with Sherlene Shanklin: If you are still looking for something to do on Derby night, you might want to attend the Silks in the Bluegrass at the Crowne Plaza Hotel. This year the proceeds benefit Operation Open Arms, which finds homes for children while their mothers are in prison and Boys & Girls Haven.
This year’s entertainment is R & B/Soul singer and songwriter Valerie Simpson. Simpson and her late husband Ashford Simpson had hits like “Solid” (As a Rock) and they wrote Chaka Khan’s mega hit “I’m Every Woman”. Miss America 2013 Mallory Hagan will be their special guest. U.S. Senators Mitch McConnell and Rand Paul is expected to attend the event.
The Silks in the Bluegrass will be May 4th at the Crowne Plaza. Doors open at 7 p.m. and cocktails begin at 7:30 p.m.
If you have a Kentucky Derby event send it to me at sshanklin@whas11.com. You can also follow me on twitter @sherlenemediapr.
Master P will host a basketball camp in Louisville during Kentucky Derby weekend
April 24th, 2013
By Sherlene Shanklin
I released last week that Master P was headed to the Derby city to party with us for the first Saturday in May. He tells me tonight, that he chose Cole’s Place to hold his birthday party because it was in the proximity of a homicide just one year ago. He wanted to show compassion for the community and that his city of New Orleans is no different than Louisville. He wanted to encourage those in the community to continue to support those businesses.
Master P plans to give back while he’s in Louisville. On Saturday, May 4th, Derby Day It’s the No Limit Forever Compassion Basketball Camp. Master P along with some special guests will be at the Chestnut Street Family YMCA hosting a free camp. It’s for ages 6 to 14. The Compassion Camp is from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Master P says he sees it as an act of caring and challenges others to do the same. He goes on to say that he knows that there’s no save all solutions but to show concern for community is the first step. He hopes to just instill life skills into the young people who are participating in the Derby Day camp.
You may remember, the last time Master P was in Louisville he spoke candidly with the families of homicide victims. I was there when he told them that you can’t continue to be blame others for your actions and don’t let anyone influence you to do wrong. He says you have to take responsibilities for your own actions.
So, parents if you have a child between the ages of 6 and 14 there will be a free basketball camp hosted by Master P on Derby Day from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Chestnut Street Family YMCA.
If you have a Kentucky Derby event send it to me at sshanklin@whas11.com. You can also follow me on twitter @sherlenemediapr.
Robert Griffin III will attend the Grand Gala during KY Derby weekend
April 23rd, 2013
Down the Stretch with Sherlene Shanklin: I’m going to release another celebrity name for the Grand Gala. He won 2011 Heisman Trophy and now he runs the offensive for the Washington Redskins. Robert Griffin III will walk the “Purple carpet” at the Grand Gala held on Friday, May 3rd at 7 p.m. The event will be held at Marriott East in Louisville, KY.
If you have a Kentucky Derby event send it to me at sshanklin@whas11.com. You can also follow me on twitter @sherlenemediapr.
Grand Gala welcomes Shaquille O’Neal to their Kentucky Derby event
April 20th, 2013Down the Stretch with Sherlene Shanklin: I announced earlier today that Jennifer Hudson will be performing at the Grand Gala on Oaks night in Louisville, KY. Now, I can announce one more guest and he used to dominate the boards in the NBA. He’s a four-time NBA Champion, 15-time NBA All-Star and his number was retired by the Los Angeles Lakers. Shaquille “Shaq” O’Neal will be one of the celebrity guest for this year’s Derby event. I reported last week that O’Neal’s comedy tour will be in Louisville at the Palace on May 31st. The Grand Gala will be held on Friday, May 3rd at the Marriott East in Louisville, KY during the Kentucky Derby weekend.
If you have a Kentucky Derby event send it to me at sshanklin@whas11.com. You can also follow me on twitter @sherlenemediapr.
Jennifer Hudson will perform at the Grand Gala during Kentucky Derby weekend
April 20th, 2013By Sherlene Shanklin 
We are exacting two weeks away from Oaks Day. I said earlier this week, that I would make an announcement in regards to Kentucky Derby events. This is an exclusive to The411. One of the most prestigious and star studded Kentucky Derby events is returning and they come out of the gate strong by announcing their entertainment. I’m talking about the Grand Gala. We have seen some of the biggest stars in the entertainment and professional sports industry walk their Red Carpet. I can now tell you that it will be a night for the history books. Academy Award and Grammy Award Winner Jennifer Hudson will be the entertainment for the evening. I have a few more details of the event but you have to follow me to find out who will attend the event Oaks night.
If you have a Kentucky Derby event send it to me at sshanklin@whas11.com. You can also follow me on twitter @sherlenemediapr.
