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By Lue Dowdy, WSS News Commentator | LUE Productions

I love going to comedy events or listening to audio of comedy shows. Comedy has been around for years and has always been a source of inspiration by infusing humorous content into film, theater, radio, television, and more.

In my opinion comedy is a form of medicine, like they say laughter is good for the soul. Please meet a very funny comedian doing her stand up show all over SOCAL, KYMEDIENNE.

Kymedienne has always had a funny sense of humor and there has always been something very special about her. In 1998, Kymedienne started to notice the people around her were always laughing at the witty and funny things she’d say or do. She would encounter different people and situations and would humor people from all walks of life; that is when she decided to pursue a professional career in comedy. ”Kymedienne the Fluff Puff” was born.

She began her comedy career in 2006, when she attended the Ontario Improv Comedy Class.  Her comedy instructors Johnny Dam and Gary Cannon helped her immensely. With their help and comedic guidance, she performed at the Ontario Improv in front of 300 people. The audience received her well. Kymedienne realized that her true passion in life was comedy.

Kymedinne has a fun playful way with the audience and audiences love her. She is fantastically entertaining, bubbly and very confident. She has a dramatic stage presence filled with laughter and high energy. Kymedienne is a natural born entertainer, who knows exactly how to take control of a room and take command of an audience and she does it all with laughter. Kymedienne has performed for many of the hottest comedy clubs in and around greater Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco Bay Area and Las Vegas. Here are just of few of the major clubs where she has graced the stage: Ontario Improv, Laugh Factory, Comedy Store, Comedy Union, The J Spot, Flappers Comedy Club, The Ice House, Ha Ha Comedy Club, Pechanga, Win River Casino and Downtown Comedy Club she also has hosted Antelope Valley Gay Pride and 20% LA Works Festival

In 2008 Kymedienne started her acting career. She has one of the highest rated episodes on the Tru TV Network, with her staring role on Operation Repo. Her many television credits include: Real Husband of Hollywood, Mike and Molly, Rake, True Blood, Total Blackout, Tosh.O, The Doctors, 1000 Ways To Die and We The People With Gloria Allred. Kymedinne’s film credits include: Scout starring Danny Glover, Road to Redemption starting Akon, Last Cry, and Face of Evil.

A highlight for Kymedinne came when she was asked to appear in the music video “One”, by ‘Take 6’, the Grammy award winning Christian R&B singing group. The video featured Brian McKnight, Lil’ Fizz (of B2K) and Mr. Stevie Wonder.

In 2010 Kymedienne entered the world of Radio Broadcasting as Co-Host on “The Truth w/ Cocoa Brown Radio Show”, on Hollywood Outlaw Radio. Due to the success of the show, Kymedinne was appointed Guest Relations Manager for Cocobub Media Productions.

In 2013 Kymedienne stared in these four hysterical webisode Shorts, all of which she created, wrote and produced: For Real, Bill Collector, You a Pigeon, Ain’t Got Money For That. Kymedienne continues to write and produce brand new material as well as perform stand up comedy, which will always be her first love.

By Lue Dowdy | LUE Productions

Calling all my old school music lovers. The Bromatics along with a few other amazing acts will be hitting the stage on Saturday, July 1, at 6:30 p.m. at the Haven City Rancho Market, located at 8443 Haven Avenue in Rancho Cucamonga.

Get ready as Stone Gas Entertainment Production presents the Inland Empire’s Old School 70’s Summer Jam featuring the BROMATICS-Performing Motown Hits. There will be Special performances by: The Five Tempting Men; The SoulTones -Harold Melvins Blue Notes; Melodik-singing the hits of the Marvelettes; and Kim Caffey-A Gladys Knight Tribute.

Doors Open at 5:00 p.m., and the red carpet will be provided and hosted by LUE PRODUCTIONS. We are looking forward to seeing you there with your dancing shoes on!

You may purchase your tickets on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/inland-empires-old-school-70s-summer-jam-tickets-634369806167?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

By Lou K Coleman

Thinking you got all the time in the world to get your act together. Well, you don’t! If Jesus came on the scene saying, “Repent for the Kingdom of God is at Hand” why would you think that you got all the time in the world to get your act together? I tell you; the times of ignorance God overlooked, but now He commands all people everywhere to repent…” [Acts 17:30-31]. Don’t be foolish, repent before it is too late, because contempt against the Lord is a very serious verdict. The consequences are eternal and will not be reversed.

So repent, and turn from all your transgressions, so that iniquity will not be your ruin. For why should you die, O house of Israel? For I have no pleasure in the death of one who dies,” says the Lord. Therefore, turn and live! [Ezekiel 18:30-32]. For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord” [Romans 6:23].

Then I heard a loud voice say, Court is now in session! And the Almighty, King of Kings, Lord of Lords, the Prince of Peace, the Judge, God the Father steps up to the throne. Stunned silence fills the courtroom. Mouths are agape. And I saw the dead, small and great, standing before God, and books were opened. The trials begin. The testimony of the witnesses is clear and irrefutable. You are found guilty on all charges. You are sentenced to everlasting punishment. [Revelation 21:12-15]. Depart from me, you cursed, into the eternal fire prepared for the devil and his angels. [Matthew 25:41]. Bailiff, take them away! Cast the worthless servant into the outer darkness. In that place where there are weeping and gnashing of teeth. [Matthew 25:30] I tell you, it would have been better for you to enter life crippled than with two hands to go to hell to the unquenchable fire, where the worm does not die, and the fire is not quenched. [Mark 9:43,48].

Court is now adjourned.

The poor man died and was carried by the angels to Abraham’s side. The rich man also died and was buried, and in Hades, being in torment, he lifted up his eyes and saw Abraham far off and Lazarus at his side. And he called out, ‘Father Abraham, have mercy on me, and send Lazarus to dip the end of his finger in water and cool my tongue, for I am in anguish in this flame.’” [Luke 16:22-24]

And another angel, a third, followed them, saying with a loud voice, “If anyone worships the beast and its image and receives a mark on his forehead or on his hand, he also will drink the wine of God’s wrath, poured full strength into the cup of his anger, and he will be tormented with fire and sulfur in the presence of the holy angels and in the presence of the Lamb. And the smoke of their torment goes up forever and ever, and they have no rest, day or night, these worshipers of the beast and its image, and whoever receives the mark of its name. [Revelation 14:9-11].

I tell you, still don’t get it, wisdom is the principal thing; therefore, get wisdom: and with all thy getting get understanding. [Proverbs 4:7].

By Lue Dowdy

It was a fabulous evening. This past Saturday, The Assistance League of San Bernardino hosted their 61st annual Headdress Ball which took place at the National Orange Show. This year’s theme was, ‘ANYTHING CAN HAPPEN IF YOU LET IT’ from the 1964 Mary Poppins Musical Film.

As the only African American model, Mrs. Scott truly represented for the culture and for First 5 San Bernardino. Wearing an extravagant headdress, that lit up showcasing the lovely London sky, the Queen did not miss a beat as she cat walked across the stage in her red heels and satin red gloves with matching sash showcasing the First 5 logo. Her headdress weighed over 20 pounds and was designed by SAM CHIEM. Mrs. Scott even showed off a few dance moves while her backup dancers from Author Murray Dance Studio cut a rug behind her. The choreography of the dancers was conducted by Choreographer, DREW RODRIQUEZ. LUCRETIA DOWDY and TRACI HOMAN of First 5 San Bernardino assisted in coordinating all her rehearsals and getting her ready for the big day.

A live auction was conducted by San Bernardino Councilman, DAMON ALEXANDER from the 7th Ward. Congratulations to FELICIA ALEXANDER as she’ll be stepping into position as the new president for the Assistance league of San Bernardino. Felicia will be the first African American Woman to hold the position. Yep, we’re breaking barriers.

The Assistance League of San Bernardino is an all-volunteer, nonprofit organization that is committed to providing free service for children with San Bernardino.

Congratulations, Karen Scott on a job well done.

BIO of KAREN SCOTT:

Karen Scott is the Executive Director of the Children and Families Commission – First 5 San Bernardino (F5SB), serving all of San Bernardino County.  F5SB is a funding organization that supports services and systems of care for children prenatal through age 5, by investing revenue received from Prop 10, a tobacco tax initiative in California. Investments are aligned with a locally adopted strategic plan and are made upon approval by a 7-member Commission, which includes a San Bernardino County Board Supervisor, the Associate County Executive Officer, and the Director of the Department of Public Health.

Ms.  Scott’s education and background is in Public Administration and Administration of Justice, and she has worked in the realm of Human Services for San Bernardino County since 1978.  She has served as the Executive Director of First 5 San Bernardino for more than 15 years, leading the organization’s efforts to promote, support and enhance the health and early development of children, prenatal through age five, though coordinated and comprehensive systems of care that strengthen children, families, and communities, ensuring children are safe, healthy, and ready to enter and succeed in school and in life.

Karen has been married to James Scott for more than 40 years and they share 4 adult children and 6 grandchildren.

For more information about First 5 San Bernardino please visit website at www.First5Sanbernardino.org

By Lou K Coleman

Playing among us in real life and ain’t nobody paying attention. Everybody just doing their own thang. Well let me put you on game, before you get your head took off by these cats.

The “Sneak Attack Platoons” [Satan and his minions] is going to lead you into strange pastures where smiling faces will greet you, but in reality, they are awaiting an opportunity to cut your throat and kill you. That’s right! The “Sneak Attach Platoons [Satan and His Minion] wants to destroy and kill you and all of your off springs. So Wake Up and Grid your Loins, [in preparation] because if you don’t you are going to be destroyed. For there is no shame in their game. I tell you the Truth, the Whole Truth and nothing but the Truth, so help me God!

The Sneak Attach Platoons are out to get you! It’s Crunch Time! Crunch time for all human race to Wake Up! The world is telling us what the Bible warned was coming – Prepare for Armageddon! For we are heading for the climax event in this world, the Battle of Armageddon, which the Bible warned was going to take place in the very end times, and the WORLD IS NOW EVEN WARNING of this impending war. “Prepare for Armageddon: China’s warning to the world – A message from President Xi Jinping that is getting louder by the day.

Awake from your slumber and grid your loins! A treacherous time is before us. War and the nations gathering for more war. Economic woes, massive inflation, crime on all sides, wickedness everywhere, natural disasters, famine, etc., etc. We are living in a time like no other before us, and yet just as in the days of Noah and Lot, people continue to ‘eat and drink’ and live as if nothing is going to happen. Wake up! Your salvation draweth nigh!

By Lue Dowdy | LUE Productions

Who does not love old-school music? It is something about them classics that still hits just right. Let me take a moment to introduce you to The Bromatics. The Bromatics are an Old-School R&B singing group Based in Southern California, Inland Empire to be exact.

Currently managed by STONEGAS ENTERTAINMENT, The Bromatics are singing, snapping, sliding, and spinning their way right into the hearts of many. The group was founded in 2017 and includes current members: Bill Vincent (The Doctor), Melvin Smith (Melly Mel), Robert Harris (Iceman), Victor Andrade (Magic) and Henry Andrade (Smokey). The group has performed throughout southern California at various venues.

Below is a listing of past gigs, future, gigs and five things you should know about this dynamic group.

Past Events: Private Anniversary party (Mel’s)-Temecula August 2021, The Canyon (Montclair) April 2022, The Lemon Festival-Upland June 2022, The Stuffed Potato-Anaheim-Sept 2022, The Adelanto Festival—Adelanto-October 2022, The Stuffed Potato-November 2022, Private Christmas party- Temecula December 2022, Private Christmas Party-Long Beach December 2022, Oak Mountain Winery-Temecula-Feb 2023

Upcoming Events:

The Fine Arts Theatre-Beverly Hills, 8556 Wilshire Blvd, Beverly Hills 90211 Saturday, April 29, 2023

The Mother’s Day Brunch-Haven City Market Place,8443 Haven Ave, Rancho Cucamonga 91370 Sunday, May 14, 2023

The Five (5) things you should know about the Bromatics:

1. The group performs an exciting show filled with great Old School 70’s songs, creative choreography, and sharp dress attire.
2. The group is professional on and off stage.
3. The Bromatics have a solid personal following.
4. The group is interested in all forums of musical entertainment including Jazz Festivals, Soul Cruises, and Casinos.
5. They’re committed to expanding their brand, shows and overall appeal.

For more information on booking inquiries please visit their website at www.BROMATIC.com

By Lue Dowdy | LUE Productions

Join the committee for the upcoming San Bernardino MLK Day Parade and Extravaganza. The next meeting is this on Thursday, November 10 at 6:30 p.m. at 555 N. Arrowhead Avenue in San Bernardino. We hope you can make it. Parade details can be located on the Southern California Black Chamber of Commerce website at Blackchamberofcommerce.org.

By Lue Dowdy | LUE Productions

Join the Southern California Black Chamber of Commerce-Inland Cities East along with Youth Build Inland Empire for the 3rd Annual MLK Day Parade and Extravaganza scheduled to take place on Monday, January 16, 2023.

The theme is, “Living the Dream”. It takes a community to build a community! The parade will be held on the Westside of San Bernardino in the 6th Ward overseen by Councilwoman Kimberly Calvin. The parade route will be announced soon. The day will be entertaining, educational, and fun. There will be vendors, entertainment, music, networking, food, a car & bike show, an art walk, and of course a parade.

The committee is actively seeking committee members for specific roles the day of the event.

For questions on how you can participate, please text Lue Dowdy Committee chair at 909-567-1000 or email lue@blackchamberofcommerce.org or Dee Goings Co-chair Dee@blackchamberofcommece.org. To register to participate, visit https://form.jotform.com/212984991808169.

The committee is currently looking for the following: sponsors, food vendors, merchandise vendors, informational vendors, volunteers, classic cars/bikes, floats, entertainment, school bands, step teams, and drill teams! Please visit www.blackchamberofcommerce.org for more details.

By Lue Dowdy | LUE Productions

Calling all lovers of theater and burlesque. LUE Productions’ all ebony burlesque dinner theater shows is coming back to San Bernardino on Sunday, October 30th, and Sunday, December 11th. There will be two amazing shows with two different storylines. Both shows will be fun, exciting, breath taking, and mind-blowing. Lue Productions Ebony Burlesque shows feature a collective of beautiful African American woman expressing themselves through song, dance, comedy and acting.

Make it a date night with your partner or you friends. There will be plenty to do as the evening will consist of vendors, art-walk, and special performances by aerialist, Lanice Jackson from L.A., the crooner Maurice Howard, and poet Johnny Frost.

Cast and crew members include Comedian Mac Rome, Comedian Here is Larry Joe, Kymedienne Jackson, Lue Dowdy, Deeveatva Bourne, Porsche Dillard, Deandre Jackson, Nycce Blingsly, Joy Martin, Lakyshia Reddick, Sherrelle Johnson, Tiffany Picou, Shaman Newell, Krystal Yvonne, Debra Mcglothurn, Erwin Cheri, Ronecia Miller, Yankeka Laster, Dorian Mack, Donte Mack, Kimberly Woods, Robin Mckinnon, Imani Travis and many more.

Our mission: providing platforms for African American woman in artistry to display their gifts and talents, while incorporating live entertainment within the City of San Bernardino for community members to enjoy.

Our vision: to continually showcasing the importance of black theater and why its presence is needed within the performing arts community and throughout the word.

Both productions are fundraisers to help raise proceeds for our nonprofit (LUE Productions community umbrella services) annual community stocking stuffer event for children during the holiday within the City of San Bernardino. Our goal is to giveaway 500 or more stockings filled with goodies.

LUE Productions is a entertainment company based out of the inland empire with over 20 years’ experience in coordinating events, promotions, along with management throughout Southern California and beyond for aspiring artists. We pride ourselves in supporting the performing arts.

Our goal is to provide platforms for the talented while bringing forth quality shows and events for the entire community and our clients to enjoy.

For more information we can be reached at 909.567.1000 or 909.495.0848 email lue.info@yahoo.com lueproductions.org

Where: ASU Fox Theater, 373 W. Court Street, San Bernardino, CA 92401

Ticket info:

Dinner & show – $60.00 each

Show only – $40.00 each

$80 VIP tickets (includes 1 dinner ticket, additional seating in front of stage, souvenir booklet, and event poster

Vendors wanted:

Food – $75

Merch only – 50.00

Information only – $40

By Lue Dowdy | LUE Productions

Congratulations to the first-place winners of LUE Productions Community Umbrella Services Summer Youth Talent Competition and Showcase. These young ladies came ready with fire in their eyes to take the prize. The crowd went wild when they ended the routine with their death drop move to the floor. The team looked amazing all decked out in their emerald green and black uniforms with their sneakers that lit up as they danced. I remember when they came into the auditions, the girls were a little shy and not quite all together. After talking to them, I saw the determination in their eyes and that they really wanted it. These girls worked hard, and it showed. The event took place Saturday, July 30 in the beautiful city of San Bernardino at the San Bernardino Women’s club. Once again congratulations, DDC!

MORE ABOUT THE DANCE COMPANY:

What is the meaning of NLAA DDC?

(Next Level Athletics Association) Dare Dance Company

List Board members and coaches

President/choreographer: Imani Travis

VP/secretary: Ernestine West

General Manager: Sonya Bellamy

Historian/ choreographer: Deja Brown

Assistant Coaches: Nikita Harris & Kayla Mitchell

Why was DDC started?

“DDC” was created to give our young boys and girls an opportunity to develop good work ethics and strive at their talent of dance. DDC is a non-profit organization that provides the youth with dance instruction that builds self-esteem, coordination, leadership skills, and the value of teamwork.