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Looking for some tips on how to become a better parent? Then you might want to check out a forum on Thursday night in Harlem featuring motivational speaker Les Brown. The event is called “Success Principles for Power Parenting and Mentoring.”

Brown came from very humble beginnings in Miami was adopted by a single mother along with his twin brother when they were six weeks old. His career has been diverse, including jobs as a radio DJ, community activist, county supervisor in California, and television show host. For many years, he has been a motivational speaker, addressing a variety of topics, including the power of positive parenting.

Thursday’s talk will be held at the Harlem Children’s Zone, 35 E. 125th St., in Manhattan. Doors open at 5 p.m and the program begins at 6 p.m. Seating is limited, so a response is suggested, but not mandatory. Call 917-532-5011 to RSVP or drop an email to info@proudpoppa.net. Admission is free and you’re asked to bring a young adult to hear the message.

 


This entry was posted on Monday, October 1st, 2007 at 2:53 pm by Gayle T. Williams.
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