PG Chic

Back to it…

PG Chic — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 06:06:38 +0000

Okay, I know it hasn’t been 6 months since I last wrote!! Getting back in the swing of things now…a sister is tired! In the meantime, feel free to follow-up me on twitter. I’ll figure out how to add that to this site soon…and how about a new look, right? [...]

Carol’s Daughter at Macy’s Bowie Town Center

PG Chic — Sat, 20 Sep 2008 22:16:08 +0000

I guess I was still on “vacation” from blogging, so I’m a little late. Did you know that Carol’s Daughter is at the Macy’s at Bowie Town Center? According to the rep, they’ve been there since July. I went to Macy’s to get a few Mac eyeshadows and to replace my eyebrow [...]

Sintia’s Dominican Salon in Prince George’s

PG Chic — Fri, 19 Sep 2008 00:45:39 +0000

There is a new salon, Sintia’s Dominican Salon, in Prince George’s (Landover, MD near FedEx Field) that specializes in Dominican styles. Also, see previous posts on the Dominican styles topic. Also, Dominican styles Part 2 of topic.

Massage Envy in College Park, MD

PG Chic — Thu, 18 Sep 2008 00:40:37 +0000

There is a new Massage Envy opening in College Park, MD (near IKEA). I am familiar with the location in Rockville. The massage packages are set-up like a membership, which is similar to the Suburban Medical Massage Therapy (located in Capitol Heights) membership plans offered.

Marry Your Baby Daddy

PG Chic — Thu, 11 Sep 2008 03:32:26 +0000

I heard about the Marry Your Baby Daddy Web site on the “CNN presents: Black in America” special that aired this summer and I’m finally checking out the site. Essentially, they select 10 unmarried couples with children and give them a free wedding after they go through an intensive serveral week pre-marital counseling course. [...]

Wider Opportunities for Women

PG Chic — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 02:32:53 +0000

I learned about Wider Opportunities for Women (WOW) at the Black Family Reunion on Sunday. This site has a DC Metro Area Self-Sufficiency Calculator (DCMASSC) tool which “helps people move toward self-sufficiency, the ability to meet basic needs without financial help.” The tool also “provides information on available, high-wage, local jobs which do not [...]

New Acting Police Chief, Roberto Hylton

PG Chic — Tue, 09 Sep 2008 00:44:35 +0000

Melvin High retired and the new acting chief is Roberto Hylton. Check out “Acting Prince George’s County Police Chief A Familiar Face” from NBC 4.

Dr. Fish Pedicures at Yvonne Hair, Nails & Tanning Salon

PG Chic — Sat, 06 Sep 2008 16:33:12 +0000

Okay, this is just weird. Has anyone tried a fish pedicure? There is a place in Alexandria, VA (possibly the first in the country) that offers this service, which entails small fish eating the dead skin off of our feet. It’s called a Dr. Fish Pedicure and it costs $35 for 15 [...]

Dominican Hair Styles Offered at Bnatural Salon and Day Spa

PG Chic — Sat, 06 Sep 2008 00:01:45 +0000

Bnatural Salon and Day Spa is newly renovated and celebrating their 5th anniversary this year. It seems like yesterday that they first opened. I have gotten many a pedicure and massage at bnatural, which is located in Bowie Town Center. They now offer Dominican hair styles (if you don’t feel like driving [...]

Eat, Pray, Love

PG Chic — Thu, 04 Sep 2008 01:03:55 +0000

Okay, so I’m way late on this Oprah’s book club selection from last Fall“Eat, Pray, Love” book by Elizabeth Gilbert. But, to my defense, the repeat of the author’s second visit to the show recently aired giving this book new life. The show that recently aired covered the spiritual journeys of people inspired by [...]

Prince George’s County Women’s Journal

PG Chic — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 00:21:22 +0000

Just sharing Prince George’s County Women’s Journal, which is a local edition of The Woman’s Journal, which serves the women of Prince George’s County, MD. From their Web site — “The Women’s Journal has been in existence for over 30 years and offers over 370 editions nationwide. In fact, the Women’s Journal has been rated [...]

Go-Go Performances at My Place Sport Bar and Grill?

PG Chic — Mon, 01 Sep 2008 21:47:13 +0000

Are there go-go performances at My Place Sports Bar and Grill in Mitchellville? I heard that there were, but I keep forgetting to check it out.

Remember Beyonce’s Leopard Print Eyeshadow? Try Color On

PG Chic — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 05:42:09 +0000

You may recall the post last year “Put Your Freakum Face Onâ€ - Beyonceâ€™s Leopard Print Eyeshadow”. Well, if you want instant “professional” eyeshadow including zebra prints, camoflauge, and more traditional looks, check out Color On Professional instant eyeshadow. I saw it on Tyra months ago and just remembered to look at this [...]

Grace’s Restaurant

PG Chic — Sat, 31 May 2008 21:37:40 +0000

I recently met some folks at Grace’s. I had heard before it was supposed to be niceâ€¦the “new spot” to chill. Grace’s is beside the “new” Shopper’s in the Vista Gardens Marketplace Plaza in Bowie, MD. It was kind of an older crowd there, but very tame. I had the chicken wings, [...]

Random Observation: Oprah’s Cha-Cha Slide / Mary J. Blige “Just Fine” Line Dance

PG Chic — Wed, 14 May 2008 05:38:17 +0000

So I was up late catching up on my growing list of Tivo’d shows to watch when I encountered Oprah’s Cha-Cha Slide from Monday’s show with the little nine-year old boy from the McDonald’s Happy Meal commerical. Ladies and gentlemen, it took eight years but mainstream America has just been introduced this lame line [...]

“Wear and Carry” Killings

PG Chic — Wed, 14 May 2008 04:36:30 +0000

Check out the recent Washington Post article on the trend of young men in the area carrying guns regularly. I guess the 90s old school term would be that these kids are “strapped”, but whatever you call it, this is ludicrous! See full article - Prince George’s Police Face Trend of Killings ‘for [...]

New Parental Escort Policy at The Blvd. @ Capital Centre

PG Chic — Wed, 14 May 2008 03:37:19 +0000

Effective June 1, 2008, The Blvd. @ Capital Centre will start enforcing a parental escort policy for visitors 16 years old or younger. See frequently asked questions on The Blvd. Web site. My comment…good. My other thought…isn’t there already a juvenile curfew in Prince George’s County that is supposed to be enforced [...]

Video: The Roots ft. Wale & Chrisette Michele - “Rising Up”

PG Chic — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 03:54:18 +0000

Check out new Roots…is that a go-go beat?

Gazette Community Calendar Search

PG Chic — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 04:16:47 +0000

Now that the weather has changed, I need to plan my weekends wisely. My sister told me the latest Gazette has a list of all of the area upcoming community events this Spring/Summer. If you want to search online for local events check out the Community Calendar search on on the Gazette [...]

Read Any Good Books Lately? A New Earth - Eckhart Tolle & Oprah Book Club

PG Chic — Sat, 19 Apr 2008 21:23:38 +0000

So evidently, I am waist deep in “the kool aid” and have unknowingly joined the Oprah cult. I am only half-joking. I’m walking around town toting the bright, orange covered book “A New Earth” by Eckhart Tolle — excited that I finally found the time to read an Oprah book club selection. [...]

Back from Hiatus

PG Chic — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 05:43:02 +0000

Okay, this was admittedly a self-induced hiatus. It’s what some people would call burnout. All jokes aside, a “sista” was tired. (Random pet peeve — The use of “brotha” and “sista” feels so 80s to me! Is that just me?) Well, burnout no more…it’s time to get back on track [...]

Lavar Arrington’s Sideline Sports Bar Review / Game Fridays & Seductive Saturdays

PG Chic — Sat, 22 Mar 2008 15:51:56 +0000

The Washington Post City Guide finally posted a review of Lavar Arrington’s Sideline Sports Bar on Friday (3/21) — editor’s pick. The reporter covered the play-by-play from the menu to the dress code to the “airport-style search” at the door. I have to co-sign on the crab cake review. BTW - Has anyone checked [...]

Keith A. Washington Jailed for Marlo Deliverymen Shooting in Md., Found With Handcuff Key

PG Chic — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 05:58:43 +0000

Last week, Keith A. Washington (former county Prince George’s County corporal and former former Prince George’s County homeland security official) was convicted for involutary manslaughter in the shootings of two Marlo deliverymen in his home last January. The latest news is that correctional officers found a universal handcuff key in Washinton’s shirt pocket a [...]

Obama/Clinton Crucial Tuesday Update

PG Chic — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 05:05:42 +0000

Looks like Sen. Hillary Clinton has defeated Sen. Barack Obama in Rhode Island, Ohio, and Texas (TX called by TV networks and Associated Press a few minutes ago). Obama picked up Vermont. There will be clarity throughout the day with the numbers game - delegates, etc. We’ll see…these are exciting times! Related Links: Clinton Wins [...]

Street Race Tragedy on Indian Head Highway Kills Eight and Injures Six

PG Chic — Mon, 18 Feb 2008 15:53:10 +0000

My heart goes out to the friends and family of those killed in the tragic accident on Saturday morning. This must be a nightmare for the driver of the Crown Victoria who hit the crowd and for those affected by the resulting deaths and serious injuries of loved ones. More information is needed [...]

Prince George’s Little Theater - Barefoot in the Park

PG Chic — Sat, 16 Feb 2008 04:21:06 +0000

If you are looking for some local entertainment, check out Neil Simmon’s Barefoot in the Park at the Prince George’s Little Theater in Bowie, MD. The last two shows are February 22 & 23 at 8pm. This performanace of the play received positive reviews in last week’s Baltimore Sun article, ‘Barefoot’s’ Comic Flights.

Carjacking Down 29% In Prince George’s

PG Chic — Fri, 15 Feb 2008 11:00:01 +0000

Finally, some semi-positive news on the crime front in Prince George’s County. I say “semi” because the numbers are still pretty bad. Carjacking went from 476 in 2007 to 338 in 2008. One is too many, in my opinion. How about striving for zero carjackings? Carjackings are down and homicides [...]

Big Ed’s Urban Flavorz TV

PG Chic — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 11:00:19 +0000

Over the past several years, you may have subscribed to or have been forwarded messages from Bid Ed’s DC-Area listserv (see http://groups.yahoo.com/group/dcarea/). It looks like he has been doing the listserv since 1999…has it been that long? Anyway, someone recently sent me a link to Urban Flavorz TV, which has several clips of [...]

Change Is In the Air

PG Chic — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 03:50:43 +0000

Yes, we can! Both the Obama and Donna Edwards wins give me that feeling of change that I talked about yesterday. Just a short post today. Check out this interesting Marc Fisher column from the Washington Post, “Change Is In the Air, At the Polls” — especially the reference to the [...]

VOTE in Today’s Presidential Primary

PG Chic — Tue, 12 Feb 2008 09:30:07 +0000

I attended a family event this past weekend and it was interesting to listen to the elders engage in the great debate going on in our community…Clinton or Obama? The younger relatives (40 and under) were mostly vying for Obama, but the older relatives had mixed feelings. I heard everything from, “That Obama [...]