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Amrita Singh, Business Owner and Designer

Fashion Jeweler Amrita Singh

What's gold and shiny and worn out [to parties]? If you answered Amrita Singh's jewelry, you're correct. At only 29 years-old and just three years in business, Amrita Singh Jewelry has caught the attention of the stars and fashion magazines, from Jennifer Lopez to Elle magazine. Amrita's success was somewhat accidental, when her interests in jewelry making fused with art and travel. The result? A collection inspired by the Mughal era of India, with bangles, earrings, necklaces, and rings made from wood, clay, metals, and semi-precious stones. Find out what drives Amrita to success and creativity in this week's Young & Professional Profile…


 
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Zareen Malik

Zareen Malik of Texas Muslim Women's Foundation
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Confessions of a Slacker

Confessions of a Slacker
You know you shouldn't do it. But sometimes it's a pain to go to work 5 days out of the week; and sometimes you need to be a little, let's say, creative to get your boss to give you the day off. What was your best excuse to get out of work? We want to know. And don't worry, we won't tell on you. We'll just use it on our next lazy day and be very appreciative of the tip. Submit your professional confessional here.

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December 7

Singer Sachal Vasandani performs at Sweet Rhythm NYC
when 8:00 pm (EST); 2 sets 8 & 10
where Sweet Rhythm, 88 Seventh Ave. So (@ Bleecker) in New York City, NY
price $15
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Singer Sachal Vasandani performs original music in New York at one of the city's top clubs, Sweet Rhythm.

This special concert is being produced by Gail Boyd Artist Management. more info on Sachal @ www.sachalvasandani.com

A State of Mind - North Korean Documentary
when 7:30 pm (PST); 1 hour, 33 minutes
where UltraStar Cinemas 7510 Hazard Center Drive San Diego, CA 92108 in San Diego, CA
price $8/9 online/door
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A San Diego Asian Film Foundation screening. A STATE OF MIND follows two North Korean schoolgirls and their families in the lead up to the Mass Games – the biggest and most elaborate human performance on earth –and reveals North Korean culture.

December 16

commotion 2
when 12:00 am (PST); 5 hours
where space180 in San Francisco, CA
price $2
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commotion 2 is a crafts expo at Kearny Street Workshop. Come and mingle with other like-minded artists in the community and sell your wares!


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