This summer has been memorable and it's nearly over! What have you done to enjoy yourself? Much I hope. These times are special and life is indeed too short to not live and enjoy the people around you. Stay positive and be thankful for the small blessings.
The midpoint of season has arrived and that means we're prepping for an active next few months. For those of you that have been wondering...rest assured the FPO 2nd Anniversary Party will take place later this month - August 31st is the date! In this August Newsletter enjoy new topics to reference and the latest happenings.
Have you mentioned us? Forward our e-mails to someone you know. Your friends can join our member list and we're also on Facebook (Search for "Tee Alford")! 
We have an ever-growing viewership that is very diverse due to member referrals and event partnerships. Small business owners, professionals and everyday folks can check out the list of resources contained in the Biz Directory & eClassified Ads. Options for how you can advertise to our audience can be found on the Biz Marketing page.
Content wanted! The goal is to always post valuable information for different groups and individuals that connect to our network. Please forward your insightful news stories, job announcements, press bulletins, and community events from your area to: staff@FunkyPeopleonline.com. (Remember to include the writer/publisher/web link credits for verification of content suggestions, where applicable.)
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// African Festival of the Arts (Chi) // National Book Festival // NY Ethnic Art Festival //
// Hot Air Balloon Festival-CAN // IT Training for 18-24yo // Fireworks Competition //
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Labor Day Weekend-Aug 31st: We've done it twice and now it's back again... 
Tee Alford & Funky People Online in partnership with Sundae Philadelphia; bring you the Labor Day Sundae Block Party-Anniversary. Reunite with old friends and meet new people for a full afternoon and evening of food, cocktails & dance vibes. Children are welcome. Music by Tee Alford & guests - we're pulling out the 8-track player for this one. Bring your music engergy. Bubble House Cafe Restaurant, 3404 Sansom St., University of Pennsylvania Campus, Philadelphia, PA; Sun. Aug 31, 2008 - 4pm until 12midnite. View the pics from last year! More details forthcoming....
Congrats to our latest winners - Judah Jenkins of White Plains, NY Kietta Baker of Bloomfield, NJ Foluke' Bennett and Courtney Muhammad of Philadelphia, PA , all won tix to see British Soul Sensation Omar at NYCs S.O.B.s this week. Two weeks ago Anita Green of Newark, NJ and Sharon Zink of Brooklyn, NY were lucky winners of Sonny Rollins ticket giveaway! This week another group of our members will win FREE CD Albums! Who will it be?
**CD GIVEAWAY** Be one of the first 15 people with the correct answer to the question below, and win a special advanced copy of the album by Darien, "If These Walls Could Talk". Darien's neo soul and dance material have been in rotation on our web radio site since April [view feature], and his new CD is scheduled for release this Fall. Ready.....
Can you name both the NYC club venue and the featured band of the first FPO Anniversary Concert Party? Send the correct answer with your full name and contact info to: tixgiveaway@funkypeopleonline.com. {Need a hint? Read the Aug '07 video credits or check out the photos}
~ART & MUSIC ALBUMS~ A new set of art works have been loaded into our Arftorm Gallery Photo Wall. A local artist, Mizzouri, has partnered with Funky People Online to present some of her works for our members. Check out some inspiring pieces or inquire about purchasing one that you like! Also, listen and enjoy some our favorite music in the Music Room. Now hear new CDs by Lalah Hathaway, Liv Warfield, Paola Jean, Hil St. Soul, Dwele and Darien at your leisure.
Soul Music is Universal >> Hear our global webcast with a variety of music artists you may or may not know. This is not the same old "commercial radio stuff". Set your web browsers any day, anytime - 24/7, to www.FunkyPeopleRadio.net to enjoy a "family-friendly", "workplace-friendly" groove. Refer to the radio home page for show times, replays and formats.
Freedom, NYCs #1 Dance Classics Party sails around Manhattan on Sunday August 21, 2008 aboard The Temptress yacht. Rock with DJs Herbert, Cosi & Marc Smooth for the Freedom "Summer Boat Boogie"! Get tickets online or refer to the Freedom Party site for info. The legendary Friday party at the Canal Room still continues every week!
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IF YOU PLAN TO PARTICIPATE - There's not much time left....
Paintball IV Trip: This is our annual outdoor adventure activity for everyone in the spirit of good fun and competition! 
Invite your friends or colleagues, take cover and duck or you'll be a nice target for the opposing team. The deadline is Friday September, 5, 2008 {Sign up here}
Las Vegas Getaway Weekend: Oct 9-13, 2008. Can you believe air prices are actually going down? Grab a flight now - you have no excuse for missing our October weekend getaway to Vegas. Meet, play and relax with our travel group, members and friends of the Funky People network. Like all of our previous trips - it's sure to be a great time (Trip details page here). No room reservations will be taken after Friday September, 5, 2008.
Rest in Peace Bernie Mac & Isaac Hayes. Thanks for the joy & laughs you've given us!
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