The Summer of All Sorts

Back -- sorry about this Blogville madness, we bloggers have all taken holidays at the same time, more like we have too much work to handle but I'm always a comment away you know ;o) HINT HINT.

I have All Sorts of things for you today, in no particular order:

DIMPLES' PRE-NYSC ENCOUNTER COMING SOON

Yes, Dimples is in Nigeria (for those of you who didn't know) and has sent me a detailed account of her NYSC Registration and all. It is going to be a laugh so come back soon and watch this space.....

THANKS TO SUPPORTERS

I have to say, apart from my fellow bloggers, a lot of non-bloggers have contributed to the info I put on my blog, even down to my pops - hehe. Yes oh, he sent me something, i'll add later but many thanks go out to:

• Bizzle
• Wands
• Baby M.
• GoldMine

Thanks guys, without you, this blog would be this - BlankPage so MANY THANKS!

J-FACTOR ON SATURDAY, SEPT 29TH

As a proud Christian, I am happy to see our own version of the X-Factor. "So You Think You Can Sing; Have you got the J-Factor?"

1. Confirmed Judges:

* Michelle Mckinney Hammond.
* Pastor Shola Adeaga.
* Manager of 4 Konerz aka DJ Elnino

2. Final Round Auditions

Date: Saturday 1st September 2007
Time: 12 noon till 9pm @ Jesus House Centre

3. Winner's Prize: Sponsored Holiday To Any Destination In Europe *

Go to http://www.jfactor.org.uk/ or email info@jfactor.org.uk YUP!!

HAVE I SEEN ANYONE BLONDER? I THINK NOT - MISS TEEN USA ANSWERS QUESTION

TONIGHT - GRADE CHARITY SHOW

A night of comedy, music, fashion, food, dance and giving (charity link)

London's finest rappers: Vichizzle/Surrender/La Saga Street Dancers/Singers such as Spoilt4Choice and all the way from Nigeria, 6-TEAM!! And a Fashion show by FAB

VENUE: Jesus House (address - JesusHouse.org.uk)

BAG BORROW OR STEAL

Interesting -- site where you can borrow or rent the Latest Authentic Designer Handbags Purses Jewelry and Accessories! http://www.bagborroworsteal.com/

WHEN THE REST OF YOU FORGET NOLLYWOOD, MONA'S LOVE STILL STANDS

Is this a revolution? NOLLYWOOD TV ON DEMAND?! http://www.nollywoodtv.co.uk/

Testimonial -- "I sit down in my living room and choose from over 200 films and start watching immediately. It's got to be the best thing to happen to African Home entertainment!"

It is applicable to viewers in the UK I think, a grreat idea, why didn't I think of it first! :o)

LABOR WEEKEND LINE UP

Note, I spelt my labour as "labor" as this applies to those in yankers hehehe. There is a lot of stuff going on this weekend e.g. The Ultimate Naija Soiree in Atlanta tonight.

More info here...

Part-time job vacancies in DC for college students

Employment Opportunity:

Part-time employment opportunity for college students is available with the Office of Protection Services. Gallery Attendants will interact with visitors by answering questions, giving directions, distributing hand-outs, providing basic instructions on security regulations and maintaining surveillance of gallery safety.

Interested students should apply today by sending a resume, current transcript, and letter from the college confirming current enrollment to:

Smithsonian Institution Office of Protection Services

Gallery Attendant

P.O. Box 23793

Washington, DC 20026-3793

For further information on this message contact: Patricia Lee, OPS, 202-633-5646 (Non-VoIP Users) x-35646 (VoIP Users) or leepk@si.edu .

WATCH YOUR FAVOURITE CELEBS AFTER THEIR NIGHT OUT ON TMZ

This site is so cool, no more paparazzis taking over, now we have authentic video coverage live and direct - TMX Vid

TMZ on TV starting September 10th

HAVE YOU HEARD OF BUKKA.ORG?

Bukka™ is a research and educational trust registered as a charity in the UK (charity number 11079963). We rely on donations from founder members and friends and receive no government or corporate sponsorship. Founded in 2003, our main concern has been the developing world city; our focus to date has been Lagos. We have sought to read the city through cultural artefacts and codes that cumulatevely unravel a city that is often read as a chaotic agglomeration that defies orthodox urbanism. It is bukka's ambition to influence not only architects and designers, but crucially those who make policy in the urban development context.

Bukka™ is a ‘think tank’ that aims to create a transcultural investigation into the potential optimisation of the way cities work in developing countries. The word ‘bukka™’ comes from the roadside restaurant in Nigeria .....read more

FINALLY, MY FAV PICTURES OF THE WEEK

Taye Diggs - Oh no he didn't!

My friend when she was younger - LOL (yahooze)