#BAGLADIESLIVE WEEKEND: WHAT YOU DIDN'T DO

This was before the sweat ...

This theme of this weekend should've been "blood, sweat and tears" literally. I rose to the challenge of working out twice in one day among other things. Here's a glimpse ...#BagLadiesLIVE Weekend.

Grip the Mat claims to take yoga into kick-ass creative spaces combined with a social experience. Saturday night's Grip The Mat Silent Soul & Spirits definitely did that and by "that" I mean kicked my ass. 

#BAGLADIESLIVE WEEKEND: JUST ANOTHER #LABORDAY IN THE OFFICE, WATCH FOR YOURSELF ...

Cranking out recaps, meeting deadlines for upcoming features, getting my mane tamed, putting #heelstothewheels ...Just another "Labor Day" in in the office. Press play and see for yourself ...

WEEKEND UPDATE: GIRL TALK, CHESS CHALLENGE IN DC AND THE GRAMMY'S

Pictured with Life Coach and Author, Demetria Lucas

Trying to stay warm by snapping selfies

Although enduring seriously cold temperatures in the DMV, nothing could keep me from joining my Color Comm gals this weekend. Color Comm is a organization for women of color in communications. Color Comm is great for many reasons one of which they host fab events. Friday was  brutally cold and after a week which included snow, ice and frigid temps that although common place surely in New York and Chicago, not so much in Washington, DC. I'm screaming, "out with ole man winter and in with spring." Although I wanted to do otherwise, I pulled myself together and hung out for an intimate private happy hour at the Fairmont Hotel in Washington, DC and featuring Life Coach and Author, Demetria Lucas aka "A Belle In Brooklyn" most recently known for her BravoTV show, Blood, Sweat and Heels airing now. I've had Demetria on my show before as a live on-air guest (click here to listen OnDemand), yet I had never met Demetria personally so I made good on the opportunity to do so Friday after she offered up some good dish on everything from relationships, how to meet men and now being a reality tv star. It was Question and Answer as a lot of my buds had juicy questions of which Demetria responded with equally juicy answers. Girl talk never gets old even on a frigid Friday nite when all you really wanna do is bundle up under the covers and hibernate.

Pictured with my Kids

My kids dictated most of my weekend schedule which included a chess tournament hosted by Chess Challenge in DC which is a group promoting academic, social and leadership development amongst youth in DC via chess. Although I haven't a clue how to play chess, it doesn't matter because cheering my kids on in anything, gives me life. I love the efforts on behalf of Chess Challenge in DC and my kids coach who instructs them weekly at Clubhouse #14 of the Boys and Girls Club of America. My son won one game, my daughter zip but in my eyes they are winners nonetheless. We'll get 'em next time!

And I wouldn't be doing the weekend justice without providing you my top 5 Grammy moments. I spent most of my time on Twitter while watching and the commentary had me in tears. All jokes aside, the buzz about Jay Z and Beyonce performing together is why I watched although after they performed, I seriously considered changing the channel. But alas, I actually watched The Grammy's in it's entirety. MY TOP 5:

Robin Thicke performing with Chicago - Say what you will but I LOVE Chicago! Download some of their old stuff and don't forget to thank me later

Photo Cred: redcarpet-fashionawards.com 

Pink banging that Johanna Johnson red dress out on the red carpet - Her bawdy is sick and the fit and cut just looked amazing on her against the contrast of her blonde hair. 

Pharrell, Stevie Wonder and Daft Punk - I mean anything with Stevie Wonder is just …I would've preferred to hear from Stevie more. And did you notice he missed his cue at the start of the song?

Cyndi Lauper - My 9 yr. old daughter asking upon seeing her take the stage, "is that the girl who sang the song in Goonies?"

Jay Z and Beyonce - I mean their opening performance was one thing but was I not the only one who loved Jay's acknowledgment of God blessing him with his Mrs. Carter?

Leave me a comment and share your fave moments from last nite's Grammy's?

Weekend Update is back for the new year! What is it you ask? A theme, a weekly update during which I regale you with my weekend activities which includes what's happening and where you wanna be (or wish you were).
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LABOR DAY: Ideas On How To Spend Without Having To ...Spend

As much as we'd all like to hit the road jack, it's not feasible for everyone. So Bag Ladies has a few cool ideas from Madame Myra's weekly Top 10. So if you don't already have plans, perhaps you might after reading this. And if all else fails, forget the cuddling and instead, drown your sorrows about the fact that you are stuck at home by hitting the malls, stores and boutiques for hella discounts and bargains. Have a great and safe Labor Day Weekend! We'll chat with ya Tuesday ...7p EST only on bagladiesradio.com

1. Pull a recipe from a famous restaurant off the Web — try CopyKat.com or RecipeGoldmine.com — and make your own version of a five-star meal together.

2. Have him over for game night. Mad Gab, Uno, and Twister can all be played with just two people.

3. Buy all the fixings for tacos and make your own at home. You need only a handful of ingredients: tomato, avocado, meat, cheese, shells. Download Latin songs onto your iPod to set a festive mood.

4. Head to a casino with $20 in change and play the slot machines. They often serve free cocktails on the casino floor.

5. Have dinner at a bar during happy hour. There are usually drink specials, and you might also score free appetizers (or at least a gratis bowl of chips). Plus, cozying up on bar stools can feel more intimate than sitting across from each other at a table.

6. Teach each other to play your favorite video games, then place a sexy wager (whoever wins gets treated to a full-body massage that night, for example) before going head-to-head.

7. Belt out some tunes at your local karaoke bar. Sing with the crowd in the bar area for free or rent a private room, which usually runs about $6 to $15 an hour. They typically have anything from Celine Dion’s “My Heart Will Go On” to Kanye West’s “Love Lockdown.”

8. Go roller skating at a local rink. General admission is usually around $10, including the skate rentals. Even if you suck, you can still have a blast falling on your asses.

9. Plan a date in reverse. Meet for brunch (breakfast is usually cheaper than dinner), then hit an afternoon movie for the matinee price. Finally, make your way back home and spend the rest of the day in bed together.

Wassup with your weekend?

Some of Bag Ladies pics for Where to go ...Where to be! You just might see me!

Click the pics for locations and further details.

Chocolate & Bubbles at co co. sala, WDC
Unique Happy Hour
M-Fri, 4 - 7p
Drink Specials
Prosecco with three types of our house-made chocolate 9
"Diletto" Strawberry Basil & Balsamic Cocktail 8
Pineapple White Sangria 8

GENESIS Girls Night Out: Chapter II Shopping Event
Indulge yourself with an evening of beauty which includes: manicures, pedicures, massages, makeup bar, and much more
Friday, July 24th
The Westin National Harbor
6 - 11p

Fashionista Flea Market
Saturday, July 25th

10 - 3p
James Madison Middle School - Upper Marlboro, MD
Apparel, Accessories, Make-up Bar and more!



Capital Hip Hop Soul Fest!
Marvin Gaye Park, Washington, DC
Saturday, July 25th - FREE, 11 - 7p
- Vendor Mktplace
- Food
- Great lineup!
- Fashion Show



Noveau Riche
Glowsticks, Facepainting and more!

Saturday, July 25th
DC9 - 1940 9th St NW, WDC
Doors open: 9p






-- Lady Erin

On The Scene This Weekend w/ Bag Ladies ...

Catch Bag Ladies if you can. Between, parties, fashion swaps, cocktails, wine tastings and more ...we'll see you here and there and everywhere this weekend. Click the pics below for further details ...

Union Row Breezeway - Live jazz, fab food from Eatonville and Organic Mkt

Saturday July, 18th - 1-4p
2125 14th St NW WDC
202-232-1997





Cocktails & Glosses
Saturday, July 18th - 12 - 5p
1430 Rhode Island Ave, NW WDC














FASHION FIGHTS POVERTY HOSTS FASHION SWAP - CONSIGN/SWAP/DONATE


Fashion Fights Poverty (FFP) will host DC's first ever "fashion swap," on Saturday, July 18th from 12noon to 5pm at the Renaissance Mayflower Hotel. To attend event, send RSVP to rsvp@fashionfightspoverty.org

On July 18, head to Belga Cafe's patio for a lesson on how to achieve 'The Perfect Pour with Stella Artois' from 2 p.m. -6 p.m. The cost is $5.00 for a beer, which includes a complementary glass and demonstration/instruction


July 18th, Themed wine tastings at Bardeo. 8 selections are served in courses with an information sheet. Cost: $25. Please call to RSVP (202)244-6750





REGGAE FESTIVAL, July 18 - 19 2009

Join us at the vineyard in July for two great bands, an assortment of artisans, delicious wine tastings and a lot of fun! This festival is a true celebration of all things "summer" with outstanding music, great wines and fun times

$15.00 (21 and older)$10.00 (18-20 years old)Under 18 free with adult. Photo I.D. Required for Wine Tastings
http://www.linganore-wine.com/
GATES OPEN AT 11:00am

Breakfast Club

Sunday, July 19th - 3p - 12a
Bottomless mimosas, waffle toast and great sounds by Black Alley
Upstairs will be open and feature FREE massages, FREE swag, FREE make-up sessions and more! Sponsored by http://www.pamperingjunkies.com/



See you somewhere ...and everywhere! And we'll surely be recapping our weekend on Tuesday's show at 7p EST. Tune into Bag Ladies Reality Radio!

-- Bag Ladies

There Is Something For You Too ...

Never too late for ideas on how you should spend what comes to slow and goes to fast, the weekend! Whether you are a wine enthusiast, Barbie fiend, fashion maven, brunch and mimosa lover or if you are simply being dictated by your kids schedule, there is something for ya this weekend and for Bag Ladies too. Click the pic for details regarding each event. Hope to see ya out and about ...

One of the coolest tix of the Summer for wine enthusiasts! The Food & Wine Festival 2009. Enjoy an evening of talents, tastes and flaves of modern VA. All on the estate of the historic Whitehall Manor in Bluemont, VA. The event runs from Friday, July 10th thru Sunday, July 12th. Packages to suit every taste (and budget) and transpo provided also.

You see this? Now imagine this cute, adorable hot pink VW Beetle studded in Swarovski crystals. May just have to get up close and personal and if that's not enough, how about a specially designed pair of Christian Louboutin's! Where? The Barbie National Convention Saturday, July 11th at the Marriott Wardman Park. Celebrating 50 years ...

Grand opening of Treasury, a new vintage boutique. Music (DJ set), refreshments and most importantly, can someone say SALE! Saturday, July 11th, 3 - 6.

Kool People do Late Breakfast. Bottomless mimosas and waffle toast should be all the lure you need. The weekly Breakfast Club Sunday, July 12th f/ Black Alley.

A delight for the lil ones and nostalgic for you ...Bugs on Broadway. He's surely come a long way hasn't he. July 11th at the Merriweather Post Pavillion - Columbia, MD

-- Bag Ladies

WHATEVER SHALL I DO?

If you are like Bag Ladies and in Washington, DC at the moment then you are just happy that it's not raining. When the weather is good, possibilities for weekend activities are endless. But I can only speak for the moment cause who knows what the rest of the weekend will bring as far as the weather is concerned. But there are many activities worthy of consideration such as ...

Anthony Hamilton and Musiq Soulchild at Constitution Hall

Boy$ Club - Perfect Father's Day Gift

Safeway's Nat'l Capitol BBQ Battle - Yummy!

AFI-Discovery Channel SILVERDOCS Documentary Festival - 9 Lives of former WDC Mayor, Marion Barry being shown this weekend

Alexandria Red Cross Waterfront Festival

Perhaps we'll see you somewhere ...

-- Bag Ladies - Tune into Bag Ladies Radio Monday at 7p EST for official details regarding Thursday June 25th's stellar event!

How do you determine your weekend activities? What is your criteria?

It's Friday, the end of the work week and if you're like Bag Ladies, you started planning your weekend on Monday, the beginning of the work week :-). How do you gauge which events or activities might be the best ones and/or the ones you want to attend. Do you check with your pals and take a poll of what they are doing? Do you check to see if the events have garnered any exposure ...are they mentioned online or in the paper? Are folks blogging about the events or are they generating a buzz? Might there be any folks of interest in attendance? And is it cost-effective? Such a tedious effort ...

Well look no further than right here cause Bag Ladies will keep you in the know. If Bag Ladies is gonna be in attendance, then trust that it's a place you wanna be. If you are following our blog, why not follow us around town too. Problem solved ...

Where you will run into us:

Fashionista Flea Market
The ultimate and affordable shopping experience featuring stylish handbags, clothing, shoes, jewelry and accessories!

When: Saturday, May 30th
Time: 9a - 2p
Where: Upper Marlboro, MD

Click Fashionista Flea Market for further details

and ...

Premium Selective Affairs ...
THE YOUNG & THE GUESTLIST Hosted by Model & Actress Denyse Lawton and Sponsored by Hennessy BLACK

Meet the New power players this Saturday while the city's industry elite come out to play.
When: Saturday, May 30th
Time: 9p - 3a
Where: Station 9 Restaurant & Lounge, WDC

For more details, visit Premium Selective Affairs

and ...

The hottest wine festival of ths season ...
When: Saturday, May 30th - Sunday, May 31st
Time: 11a - 6p
Where: Bull Run Regional Park

Visit http://www.atwproductions.com/index.php?pr=vvhome for more info. and details ...

and yet another ...

The Breakfast Club
Join the club ...

When: Sunday, May 31st
Time: 3p - 12a
Where: Indulj - 1208 U Street NW, WDC

Ask the bartender for the signature Red Mimosa ...

Bag Ladies keeps it moving. Can you keep up?

See ya on the scene!

-- Lady Erin

Bring the weekend back ...

The weather was too good in the Washington, DC metro area not to enjoy and embark on various activites. One such activity or event that this lady attended on behalf of Bag Ladies, was the Omar show on Friday. If you are familiar w/ Omar then his name says it all. If not, he is a British soul artist out of the UK, (http://www.myspace.com/omarlyefook). I was first introduced to his music about 7 years ago and fell in love immediately. I've had the pleasure of seeing him live a couple times before and as I told a friend, there are few things sexier than watching that man perform. His stage presence, that voice, that accent. Ooooh, it does it for me! I had the nerve to get some hugs and kisses too. I was putty in his hands. But Friday's event was a kick-off of the Soul Britannia Party series so hopefully this show is the first of many.

I had the pleasure of of visiting the Warehouse&Loft, a venue I had never before been to. It is in the warehouse district and basically just that but the layout was totally in tune w/ the vibe of the show. The VIP area inparticular was full of overstuffed chaises, an abundance of candlelight, dim lighting and an open bar. Tone (promoter) did his thing and exhausted everything in an effort to pull off what was an awesome show. Pics will be posted in the next couple of days so please be on the lookout.

Additional weekend highlights:

Cherry Blossom Festival ...there are few events as significant in the WDC area then the annual Cherry Blossom Festival. Not only are the blossoms amazing but the fest totally validates the fact that Spring is coming. It definitely is an event not to be missed.

PRINCE!!!

If the one cd I've listened to thus far, is any indication of how good or great rather this Prince release is, then WOW! And Target has it going on as they have exclusive rights so Target is the only place you can get LotusFlow3r which consists of three albums. The one I heard was a perfect blend of uptempo and slowtempo and featured Prince doing what he does best. What do you think?

Lady Erin ...signing off.