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Kurt Carr & The Kurt Carr Singers

The Cultural Programming Advisory Board & UD Gospel Choir present…

Gospelrama 2013
A Night of Celebration and Praise
featuring

Kurt Carr & The Kurt Carr Singers

Thursday, April 11, 2013| 7pm

Doors open @ 6:15pm

Mitchell Hall
University of Delaware

Tickets on sale at UD Box Offices (302-831-4012) & Ticketmaster outlets

For more information: 302-831-2991

Gospel Rama


Snack $avings @DollarTree

Hello Friends, I hope you are having a terrific Tuesday!

Recently, I read an article that had suggestions on the products that you should and should not buy at your local Dollar Stores.  I agreed that buying party supplies and paper products was a good idea and with not buying toys which may contain high levels of lead.  Purchasing cleaning supplies saves money, but I only buy name brands because some of the others are watered down which makes them a waste of money.

The only statement in the article that I did not agree with was that food items should never be purchased.  Granted there are some items in a Dollar/99 Cents store that shouldn’t be purchased because of it’s obvious non-compliance with FDA’s regulations, however, there are a lot of products that I would and have bought at Dollar Tree stores.

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The state of the economy has forced us all to be more frugal but my sons are trying to eat me out of house and home!  They are always snacking and can easily polish off a large bag of chips in one sitting…wonder where they got that from (lol).  Therefore, I am always on the hunt, usually with coupons in hand, in search of snacks that they will eat and be satisfied without breaking the bank.

That’s where Dollar Tree comes in, and it has always been my “go to” store for snacks, even when the boys were small, it was the place to stop before going to the movies.   Not all products are sold in all stores and I was surprised with what I found in their freezer section, taking note that packaging was clearly marked Made in the USA, (The Bronx, NY, Altoona, PA, Pennsauken, NJ and Rancho Cucamonga, CA).   There are many name brand products made specifically for non-grocery type stores as evidenced by their sizes, however, the quality remains the same and manufacturer’s coupons are accepted.

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Turkey Creek Snacks – Pork Rinds/Chicharron (for me)

Pennysticks Brand Pretzels

David Sunflower Seeds

Utz Onion and Garlic Potato Chips

Popcorn Indiana Sea Salt Popcorn

Luigi’s Italian Ice

Baker Best Soft Pretzels

Golden Krust Jamaican Patties

Sapphire Teriyaki Noodles and Vegetables

Our Foods Orange and Teriyaki Chicken

Do you shop at dollar stores, and if so, what do you buy?

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Thank you Jennifer and Christine at store # 3730, Beaver Brook Plaza, New Castle, DE, for a pleasant shopping experience.  The shelves were fully stocked and the store was very well maintained!

BTW – don’t forget to complete the customer survey on the back of the receipt to enter their sweepstakes!

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~~ ALL OPINIONS ARE SOLELY MY OWN  – I WAS NOT CONTACTED BY DOLLAR TREE NOR ANY  PRODUCT MANUFACTURER FOR AN ENDORSEMENT ~~


National Entrepreneurship Week Delaware 2013

CELEBRATE 

National Entrepreneurship Week
Delaware 2013

CODE Conference 

Saturday, February 23, 2013

Chase Center on the Riverfront

8:00am – 2:00pm 

Thinking about starting a business? 

Already in business but looking for help? 
Want to understand social media?

   

THEN DON’T MISS THIS! 

 

Speakers   Breakout Sessions   Exhibits 
Continental Breakfast & Light Lunch 
Free Resources   Free Parking 
DOOR PRIZES 

 

FREE but REGISTRATION REQUIRED!

 Click here to register or

toll-free 877.307.6858

CODE is a state-wide coalition organized in 2007 to support the Delaware small business
 community. 
 Its mission is to guide the small business community and the public to resources,
 organizations and companies that can provide the information, skill development,
 knowledge and support needed for small business development.
CODE is a program managed by DFLI  with support from Chase
 

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OOTD – Before and After Church

Hello Friends and Happy Sunny Sunday

This morning’s church service was blessed with a sermon by a visiting minister from Wilmington, and visiting guests from a small neighboring church in Middletown.  A great way to start off the week and I am looking forward to an even more blessed work week, I hope it’s the same for you!

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Black and White Peplum Dress – Ross // Red Blazer – Closet Staple // Black Pumps – Mossimo via Target // Purse – Closet Staple // Necklack – Mark via Avon // Ring – Icings

After Church

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Comfy Capris – Rainbow Shops // Top – Delaware State University Bookstore

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Linking up today with Sunday Style at Plane Pretty & MoMoMod hop over and meet some bloggers.

Have a fantabulous afternoon – Smooches


Product Review – eShakti

“eShakti-We Design – You Customize”

I am doing this review for eShakti, an international fashion design company in India that sells ready-to-wear and customized women’s clothing.  eShakti specializes in affordable custom made clothing for women in sizes 0-36W.  They have been featured in Vogue, Glamour and O Magazines and now include design teams in New York and California.   In an effort to reach a wider audience they have contacted several bloggers including myself to review an item of clothing from their stock.

I chose this ready-to-wear blue stripe dress and am not only in love with the color but also in how it fits my body frame.  It is an all-season knit dress, so today I added a thrifted denim bolero jacket and black patent leather pumps.

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The scoop neck, cap sleeves and side zipper has it fitting me to a “T”, it’s a very nice cut.  After wearing, I machine washed on delicate and hung to dry with no problems, it kept it’s shape and only needs a cool iron to remove the wrinkles.

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eShakti has a large selection of clothing and their shipping is 7-9 business days including custom clothing, however, certain styles sell out quickly including this one.

For a limited time, you can register and save $25 on your first offer or use coupon code 31BLA778

Thank you Mark & Cleo, owners of The Java House Cafe in Middletown, DE location of this photo shoot.

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Product Review Disclosure:  

Any products which have been gifted or provided free to me for review will be mentioned in the post and are posted only if it is a good fit for De Divah Deals’ aesthetics and content.   Any sponsored giveaways or posts will also be noted as such.


Passion Party-The Ultimate Girls Night In (VIEWER DISCRETION ADVISED)

On Saturday night I rode with my girlfriend downstate to Lewes, DE, she is an Independent Consultant for Passion Parties and had been booked for a 7:00 show.  I had previously attended a party she hosted but this was my first time attending as a non-guest, so I sat in the back and observed.  Most of the ladies all in their early 20’s had never attended a Passion Party and it was hilarious watching their reactions to some of the products.  The hostess had chosen a Hawaiian Theme for the show and had decorated with leis, beach towels, sea shells and served fresh fruits as well as a variety of libations including Jello Shots.  I am not familiar with them so I didn’t know what they contained, however, I do know it was alcohol.  As the night wore on and thanks to the shots and other beverages their laughter increased and intensified.  The ladies were grad students newly married or in long term relationships and all lived in the development so they would walk home safely (Drink Responsibly).

Shawn did an excellent job in keeping them focused throughout her presentation which became a bit more challenging after several Jello Shot toasts.  Overall they had a great “Girls Night In” and the hostess thanked Shawn for what turned out to be a successful party!

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Valentine’s Day is a month away and if you are interested in a Passion Party or would like to order from the catalog, please contact Shawn @ http://passionbyshawn.yourpassionconsultant.com/.

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OOTD – Sunset Saturday

Hello Friends and Happy Sunday – on this the beginning of a new week I hope your day is going well.

Saturday was an eventful day but the most memorable event was the sunset that occurred around 4:45 pm, unfortunately I delayed and missed getting a few shots.  However, if you look closely at these pictures you can catch a glimpse of it over my shoulder in the far background.

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ImageBlack Slacks – closet staple // Animal Print Top – NY & Company // Pashima – Boscov’s //Purse – Charmingly Linda’s Consignment Shop // Shoes – Ross

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Linking up with Plane Pretty – hop on over and meet a new blogger

Have a wonderful afternoon – Smooches!

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OOTD – October Orange

Hello friends and Happy FRI-YAY!!!  The beginning of a new month and the end of Daylight Savings Time so don’t forget to FALL back an hour when setting your clocks Saturday night, you don’t want to show up too early for church – lol.  This is going to be another busy weekend starting Saturday morning at the Dutch Country Farmers Market and then to a Holiday Open House at The Java House Cafe in Middletown.  Sunday morning I will again be up early to go to Chester, PA to do some phone banking for President Obama’s 2012 reelection Campaign.

The color of this shirt was perfect in October for Halloween but it does brighten up a somewhat dreary November Friday.

 

Top – Rugged Wearhouse// Jeans and Boots – closet staples// Shawl – Burlington Coat Factory// Necklace and Earring Set – Jewelrymax.net

Green Bird Ring – Beauty Max

 

HAVE A FANTABULOUS WEEKEND – SMOOCHES!


Sound of Music

Do you remember buying your first 45, Giant 45, how about your first album? Remember Saturday mornings watching Soul Train or American Bandstand, learning the dances then getting money to buy the record…singing the words – loudly… dancing until your sides ached. The smell of the vinyl…the cool designs on the jacket….writing your name on the label so no one stole it..taping a quarter onto the arm of the needle…putting the speakers in the window to blast out to the neighborhood…picking up the needle and playing your favorite part over and over again…having a fit if someone scratched it…using the album cover as a dust pan or other household item? There was nothing like running to the record store to buy that newly released 45 or album…for me those days are gone forever but the memories will last forever.

I found a place to relive some of those memories – Computer Tech located at Spence’s Bazaar Flea Market in Dover. Computer Tech has been in business for over 25 years and the owner, ChaBa Waite is an expert on everything music. When you go inside the barn all those memories come flooding back at the sight of crates and crates of records and albums, the sounds of Motown blasting from large speakers. Everything music and electronic including reel-to-reels, 8-track players, keyboards, monitors, computers, speakers, receivers, floppy disc drives, there are even telephones, answering machines, vacuums and small appliances. People from all over go to Computer Tech to buy, sell, upgrade and have merchandise repaired…looking for a particular record or album, I’m sure it could be found there. Unfortunately just the week before we took turntables and receivers to a recycling center, otherwise they would have found a perfect home at Computer Tech.  After ChaBa scolded me for dumping our equipment she took time to talk to my son about quality speakers and receivers because he has a set up in the basement.

I could spend every Saturday morning at Computer Tech, eyes closed, listening to the music, drifting back to a time of childhood innocence.

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2012 Delaware Auto Show

2012 Delaware Auto Show

EVENT INFORMATION

Dates: Friday, Oct. 5 – Sunday, Oct. 7
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Friday and Sunday; 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Saturday
Location: Chase Center on the Riverfront, Wilm., DE.
Price: Adult – $10, Children under 10 – Free
Parking: Free
Attractions: NEW 2013 models, life-size car cake, sports stars, kids fun zone, and more!

BLACK TIE GALA

Date: Friday, Oct. 5
Time: 7:30 p.m. – 11:30 p.m.
Location: Chase Center on the Riverfront, Wilm., DE.
Cost: $125 for one. $200 for two. Tickets limited.
What: The exclusive formal affair of the 2012 Delaware Auto Show. Join us for amazing food, a live band, open bar and casino room.
Benefits: A portion of the proceeds will benefit The Needy Family Fund.