For Immediate Release: COUNTDOWN: CELEBRITIES HIT THE STAGE FOR WBLS/WLIB/HOT 97'S CIRCLE OF SISTERS EXPLOSIVE WEEKEND OF DYNAMIC STAR POWER AT THE JACOB K. JAVITS CENTER! Celebrities Fantasia, Tyrese, Jennifer Hudson, LaLa Anthony, Tamar Braxton & Vince Herbert, Niecy Nash & Jay Tucker, Rebecca & Terry Crews, Tamela & David Mann, Bevy Smith & Miss Lawrence, Dr. Rachael Ross, Lance Gross, Mary Mary’s Tina Campbell; Chefs Pat Neely, Nikki Shaw, Lisa Fernandez, Melba Wilson, and Madison Cowan share their talents & expertise Casts of Blood, Sweat and Heels, Orange is the New Black & Hollywood Divas Join #COS2014 #CircleofSisters New York, NY (October 1, 2014) – The 10th Anniversary of Circle of Sisters, presented by AARP in association with AT&T and Della Russo, is a weekend not to be missed as it’s the largest EXPO in New York City uniting, motivating and celebrating women of color. The event takes place Saturday, October 4 and Sunday, October 5, 2014 at the Jacob Javits Center, 34th Street and 11th Avenue. “We have singers, entertainers, reality stars, celebrity chefs; fitness, finance, health experts and more,” says Deon Levingston, Vice President/General Manager of Emmis New York. “But, it doesn’t just stop there: we will feature a fashion show, R&B and Gospel Concerts, Cooking & Kids Pavilions and a Man Cave – something for everyone who wants to be entertained!” The main stage will host unique panels with R&B Veterans including Grammy Award- winning Recording Artist Faith Evans, Grammy-nominated R&B Singer-Songwriter, Actor and Author Tyrese Gibson and Grammy winning-artist Johnny Gill; a host of Reality TV stars and a few dashing celebrities couples such as Niecy Nash & Jay Tucker, Rebecca & Terry Crews, and Tamela & David Mann. “It’s our tenth anniversary and it’s all about celebrating and sharing knowledge with our community. Our list of exciting and informative speakers are the best in the business. We will discuss everything from health, finance, and relationships to cooking and even today’s reality TV,” adds Cynthia Smith, Assistant Program Director of WBLS/WLIB. “It’s a community event and our community is able to enjoy a fun-filled weekend that’s still a value.” This year ladies can bring their husbands and boyfriends to hang out in the HOT 97 Man Cave, made HOT by SIG headphones in association with Della Russo, and compete in gaming tournaments, receive men’s health information and screenings, see performances and even hang out for Sunday Football! From the Man Cave to LA Hair’s Expert Kim Kimble, Fashions by Project Runway’s Korto Momolu, Author Zane and Pastor Taffi Dollar, there’s something for all. Saturday night’s R&B concert will feature Faith Evans, Jennifer Hudson, Fantasia, Tyrese, Johnny Gill and Mary Mary and an After Party with Doug E. Fresh. Sunday kicks off with a worship service with Bishop Hezekiah Walker, follow by the State of Black America: It’s A Journey for Black Men panel featuring NYC Police Chief Philip Banks, III, Hill Harper, Havoc and Roland S. Martin. See Fashion Queens Bevy Smith & Miss Lawrence dish on styles and trends, and end #COS2014 with singer-songwriter Tank performing at our Annual Fashion Show, followed by the Gospel Explosion, presented by McDonalds GoseplFest 2015, featuring Kierra Sheard, VaShawn Mitchell, JJ Hairston and more. The cooking pavilion, brought to you by Healthfirst, will welcome Bobby Brown and his new BBQ sauce, Bravo’s “Top Chef” Lisa Fernandez, Celebrity Chef and Restaurateur Pat Neely, Food Network’s “Chopped” Danielle Saunders, teen chef Alexandria Brooks of Food Network's “Chopped” Teen Tournament, NY’s own Melba Wilson, who has appeared on Food Network and specializes in comfort food, and Celebrity Baker Aliyyah Baylor, owner of Make My Cake in Harlem. For a full line up of events, visit: www.circleofsisters.com. Circle of Sisters is produced and sponsored by WBLS, WLIB and HOT 97. WBLS (107.5 FM) is New York City’s Urban Adult contemporary FM station, which boasts The Steve Harvey Morning Show. WLIB (1190 AM) is New York’s “Praise and Inspiration” station, which hosts The Yolanda Adams Morning Show and Bishop Hezekiah Walker’s Afternoon Praise. WQHT (HOT 97) is the #1 station for Hip Hop and R&B! The stations’ corporate ownership is Emmis Communications. Sponsors include: AARP, AT&T, Della Russo, COBA, Fidelis Care, GoSmart Mobile, Healthfirst, NY 529 Saving Program, HealthPlus Amerigroup, McDonalds Gosepl Fest 2015, MetroPlus Health Plan, SIG Headphones and Morgan Stanley. Tickets purchased in advance to the Expo are $10, and $15 at the door. Children under 10 are admitted free with any one adult admission purchase. Those wanting to purchase tickets in advance can visit: www.circleofsisters.com. ### .