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Calling all 7th and 8th graders to have fun at the Merry Monster Mash at the Agricenter go to International on Thursday, October 30 from 6-8 pm. Snacks,452.5121 beverages andor a cool favor will be included with your ticket. You can also register to win fantastic prizes, including a guitar autographed by Taylor Swift. to purchase yourMerry tickets today! Monster Mash There are a limited number of tickets available so callThursday, October 30 www.merrymarketplace.com 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Agricenter International $20 per person Moms, drop off your tween at the “Merry Monster Mash” and join us for an evening of cocktails and shopping at our Girls Night Out event, “Tapas for TAPA.” Browse leisurely through all the hottest and hippest finds or stop by one of our spa stations for a little bit of “me” time. It’s an evening you both can enjoy! 2 OCTOBER ‘08 www.m-teen.com What’s Inside... STAFF Editor/Publisher Letter from the Editor/Shout-Outs! ................3 KAREN LEHMAN ALABASTER Macy’s Teen Board.........................................4 October M-Teen’sM-Teen’s Stellar Star.....................................5 Assistant Editor Teens About Town..........................................6 HEATHER HOLMES YoungMind - Da Star of Da City......................7 Editorial Assistant Nutrition/The Chatterbox...............................8 NATALIE HIGDON at Best of Beauty...............................................9 Assistant Photographers Miss Cordova Pageant ........................... 10-11 EMILY SIEGLER Ella David Salon Makeover...........................12 Justine Model Search..................................13 Contributors DR. KARIN GUBIN, LESLIE SHILLING, IRIS Christyn’s Sweet 16 Party ..................... 14-15 MOSAH, PAULA BEGOUN, TRAN BUI Shop For A Cause.........................................16 R.L. 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Account Executives Advertising Sales M-Teen staffers covered the Miss Cordova Pageant, Macy's DEBBIE HOSHALL Teen Board Fashion Show, Justine Magazine Model Search I what to give a shout-out [email protected] and Christyn's Sweet 16 Party. to my all my gurlz from NIKKI STACKS Wilby [email protected] high school in waterbury We are also proud to announce a new monthly feature, Shanequia M-Teen's Stellar Star, sponsored by Southeast Urology Network, which will regularly highlight the accomplishments i wanna say hey to my of a local talented teen. friend recee. ur the best! alicia S. One of my favorite quotes comes from this month's "Stellar Star," Brittany Flaherty. When asked, "What has been your Hey everyone! Visit my biggest career accomplishment so far?" Brittany answered, "I Drew Seeley site at would have to say my biggest accomplishment is having so www.drewseeleyfans.blogspot.com many opportunities to perform and grow as an artist. Having a Lila trophy or a title doesn't matter. You will get what you deserve if you put hard work and determination into your craft." Hall a' Ween Extravaganza Love it, Brittany.....you go! Saturday, October 18, 2008 at 8:30pm PERFORMANCE BY M1Militia BEST COSTUME PRIZES! Premiere Palace Ballroom 629 Monroe Karen Memphis, TN [email protected] QUESTIONS? 901.489.2166 Shock a' Fella Entertainment The Intern Diaries M-TEEN BACK ISSUES-LIMITED AVAILABILITYAVAILABILITY Meet M-Teen's newest intern, Rhodes College freshman Elle Linebarier! Elle will be dishing on allll of MAILING FEE $5.00 PER COPY her latest thoughts, experiences and advice in each issue. Stay tuned for next month's installment!nt! The days are getting shorter, the teachers are getting harder and football is in full swing...this couldould SUBSCRIPTION BY REQUEST only mean one thing--FALL IS OFFICIALLY HERE! 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M-Teen caught up with the ultra-busy starlet-in- What has been your biggest career training to get the scoop on accomplishment so far? what it's like to really have I would have to say my biggest accomplishment is what it takes. having so many opportunities to perform and grow as an artist. Having a trophy or a title doesn't matter. You How long have you been a triple threat? will get what you deserve if you put hard work and I have been dancing for 14 years, singing for 10 years, determination into your craft. and I've been receiving acting training within the last five years. Describe yourself in three words. Strong, driven and anxious! Wow! So which talent is your fave? Honestly, I can not pick just one! Combining singing, What is the most important thing to remember dancing and acting into one show is what makes me when you're trying to make it big? feel complete. Learning to understand that when situations don't turn out the way you want, you have to accept it and move If you could pick one all-time "dream role," on. Follow your instincts, don't try to please others. You what would it be? know what's best for yourself. If you really want One of my dream roles is to play Charity in "Sweet something, put your soul in it. Don't expect to get Charity." Gwen Verdon originally played the part of handed a job without hard work. But overall, be Charity when it opened on Broadway in 1966. Gwen professional and stay humble. You want to be easy to Verdon is an outstanding performer! work with, because nobody enjoys working with a "diva. Let's talk role models: which celebrity do you How do you just relax and chill? admire most? I love to hang out with my friends, and have fun. I try My favorite celebrity is Madonna. She is an amazing to make down time for myself to relax, or else I get performer, and she's lasted years, without fail, in the very stressed & cranky. entertainment Industry. For someone to last that long, they must have a thick skin. What advice do you have for teens hoping to follow in your fame-bound footsteps? My advice would be to stay strong, and learn to handle criticism in a professional manner. Learn to block out comparing yourself to others, because it can psych you out. Focus on yourself and improving your craft. But most importantly, do not let anyoneany bring you down, or M-Teen's Stellar Star is sponsored by Southeast Urology Network Dr.