The Pink Event® 2013 Celebrates Women History Month!

Tomorrow marks the first day of March and Women's History Month. This is a great time to learn about women (past and present) who have helped improve quality of life for all of us. In fact, Women's History Month is the reason The Pink Event holds its ultimate girls' day out in March (plus, we all need a fun break from winter blues!).

In honor of this awesome month, we wanted to highlight a few local-area female heroes:

Maimah Karmo, founder of The Pink Event's charity partner Tigerlily Foundation, is an incredible inspiration. She was diagnosed with breast cancer at 32, and has detailed to us the incredible journey she has been on from the disease. Based in Reston, Va., the nonprofit organization is dedicated to educating, advocating for, and providing hands-on services and support to young women (ages 15 to 40) who are affected by breast cancer.

One feature at The Pink Event 2013 (March 10; 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. in Columbia, Md.) that we think you’ll love is our exclusive book signing for Maimah’s new book, “Fearless: Awakening to My Life’s Purpose through Breast Cancer.”

New Report: More Young Ladies Have Advanced Breast Cancer

Okay ladies, we have to get serious for a minute. You might not have seen it but there was a new report out today that showed a rising rate of advanced breast cancer in young women (ages 25 to 39) in recent decades.

The report found that between 1976 and 2009, the rate of metastatic breast cancer (which spreads to distant organs like bones or the brain) in this age group had increased by roughly 2 percent each year, according to a story in Yahoo! News.

It's a small increase but it means about 1.4 more cases per 100,000 people over the time period with no signs of slowing down. In other words, young women are facing advanced breast cancer in numbers they hadn't in the past.

This is near and dear to The Pink Event® 2013. Our annual women-focused expo---held on March 10 (12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.) at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Columbia, Md.---promotes breast cancer and domestic violence awareness. 

The Pink Event® 2013 Sponsor Series: Get Energized by Jams from The Carlton Smith Music Group

We won't deny it--we love to groove to the music in the midst of our shopping trips. Whether it's in the grocery aisle or fitting room, good music lift our spirits, evokes positive emotions, and, more importantly, hones our sale-finding instincts!

So we're psyched that The Carlton Smith Music Group will be the official live DJ at The Pink Event® 2013 on March 10 (12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.). Founder Mike Smith will play the top hits and keep the energy levels high during our ultimate girls' day out at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Columbia, Md.

Tigerlily Foundation Founder Maimah Karmo on Her New Book (Exclusive Signing at The Pink Event® 2013)!

The Pink Event® 2013 is proud to have Tigerlily Foundation as its charity partner to fulfill our expo’s mission of promoting breast cancer and domestic violence awareness.

Based in Reston, Va., the nonprofit organization is dedicated to educating, advocating for, and providing hands-on services and support to young women (ages 15 to 40) who are affected by breast cancer.

One feature at The Pink Event 2013 (March 10; 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. in Columbia, Md.) that we think you’ll love is our exclusive book signing for Tigerlily Founder Maimah Karmo’s new book, “Fearless: Awakening to My Life’s Purpose through Breast Cancer.”

This book tells Maimah’s story, starting with her life in her native country of Liberia, fleeing to America as a refugee, building her life and then watching it fall apart after being diagnosed with breast cancer. Initially angry, hurt, and scared, Maimah’s story shows how she grew to see her illness as a blessing. Through it all, she rediscovered her strength, self, and purpose.

We asked Maimah about her new book and what attendees can hear about it at the book signing.

The Pink Event® 2013 Sponsor Series: Check Out Jaha Hair Studio, LLC at Winter Mixer & The Pink Event

 

It's getting close ladies.  The Pink Event® 2013 (March 10, from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.) is about two weeks away from gracing the DoubleTree by Hilton in Columbia, Md.

But if you can't wait until then for networking with other fabulous ladies and fun, then check out an awesome winter mixer happening this weekend by Pink Event exhibitor Jaha Hair Studio, LLC.

"Nurturing the Natural You Winter Mixer" comes to The Society Lounge in Silver Spring, Md. this Sunday (February 23) from 12:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

The Pink Event® 2013 Sponsor Series: Perfect the Photobomb at Pixilated Photobooth

In less than 18 days, the ultimate girls' day out will hit the swanky ballroom of the DoubleTree by Hilton in Columbia, Md. The Pink Event® 2013 (March 10, from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.) is your day for fun---with its women-focused shopping, motivational talks, door prizes, and signature "swag bags" for the first 75 attendees.

And we want attendees of  to commemorate their fabulous experience by stopping by the Pixilated Photobooth for a free photograph. Whether you're photobombing (unexpectedly jumping in a photo before it's taken), hamming it up, or shining your flashy whites, we want the silliest and happiest photos to highlight our great event.

OMG! Don't Miss the $5 Discount for Tickets to The Pink Event® 2013!

 

Okay ladies, admit it. We like to wait until the last minute. Some of us consider the week before Christmas a happy challenge rather than an impending deadline. We love the close-outs, last-day sales, final offers and one-day only opportunities.

So if you're in that category, consider this your ultimate moment. Today is the last day you can get a sweet $5 discount for tickets to The Pink Event® 2013. 

The Pink Event® 2013 Sponsor Series: Eliminate Tax Frustration with Access E-File

With W-2 and 1099 forms flying out of HR offices everywhere, Americans are ensconced in tax season. And with a new health care law and thousands of regulations affecting what your return would look like, you might want a professional opinion to back you up.

Get a sample of what you might need by visiting Access E-File at The Pink Event® 2013 (March 10; 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Columbia, Md.). This Fulton, Md.-based tax preparation and bookkeeping services company offers you year-round tax planning services. 

The Pink Event® 2013 Sponsor Series: Spice Up Your Love Life with Slumber Parties

Happy Valentine's Day ladies! We hope you're having a fantastic day that's full of romance, affection and love. Looking for a few ways to spice up that love life?

Well, we can't get into too many details (we're a more PG-rated blog), but The Pink Event® 2013 is excited to share that Slumber Parties will be a sponsor at our ultimate girls' day out next month.

The Pink Event® 2013 Sponsor Series: Soak In the Luxury with Joyful Bath Co.

There is nothing like a long, luxurious soak in the tub after a full day.

And The Pink Event® 2013 next month has just the sponsor for bath-lovers everywhere who want  what natural bath products from the land and sea.

The Pink Event® 2013 Sponsor Series: Sample Some Tastee Sweets

Happy Mardi Gras! Yes, today is the day for celebrating good eating. And what better way to indulge than with some of the heavenly baked items from Tastee Sweets.

The Pink Event® 2013 Sponsor Series: Get Tips from ImagiNess Style

She is a positive force to be reckoned with, and we're excited that Vanessa Elam, of ImagiNess Style, will be at The at The Pink Event® 2013 next month (March 10) to bring her style tips and flair for attendees.

A lifestyle coach and image consultant, Vanessa will bring her expertise to the ultimate girls' day out expo, providing upbeat tips like ways you can look 10 years younger in 10 minutes. She also has great ideas for living a heart-healthier life in honor of American Heart Month.

The Pink Event® 2013 Sponsor Series: Come See Stella & Dot Jewelry

Ever go through your closet and after three searches, you conclude you have nothing to wear? It happens to us daily. But rather than replace our wardrobe, we've opted to add more accessories in our life that can give a bland black sweater some sexy zest!

Find jewelry and accessories that spice up your outfits by visiting Stella & Dot Jewelry by Jesse Cleavland at at The Pink Event® 2013 next month (March 10). Jesse, an independent stylist, will be at the ultimate girls' day out to help you find a style that fits your fashion preferences.

The Pink Event® 2013 Sponsor Series: Experience Natasha's Just Brittle

Valentine's Day is just around the corner and all women (single or attached) should rejoice at the perfectly good excuse to treat yourself to exquisite candy. And you'll be able to sample some amazing brittle when you see Natasha's Just Brittle at The Pink Event® 2013.

The Pink Fireman to Appear at The Pink Event® 2013

Don’t expect a fire, but do expect to see “The Pink Fireman” at The Pink Event^® next month. The women-focused expo—happening at DoubleTree by Hilton in Columbia, Md., on March 10—is pleased to announce that the head of For 3 Sisters will be on hand to encourage attendees to get checked for breast cancer. 

The Pink Event® 2013 Sponsor Series: Visit Jaha Hair Studio's Nurturing the Natural You

Like a snowflake, we know that you are unique woman---not the same as anyone else. Your hair also has its own special needs and qualities. That's why The Pink Event® 2013 has pulled in Jaha Hair Studio's Nurturing the Natural You experts for our women-focused expo.

The Pink Event® 2013 Sponsor Series: Check Out Scensty Wickless Candles

If you watched the Super Bowl last night as a Ravens fan (go Baltimore!), then you enjoyed the sweet smell of victory over your friends who rooted for other NFL teams (and likely woke up with a whiff of defeat, beer, and nacho cheese).

And if you don't have a signature fragrance to flout among your non-Raven friends, then this Pink Event® 2013 exhibitor can help. Scentsy Wickless Candles independent consultant ReCe Joyner will be at the ultimate girls' day out with tons of samples and products for your nose to peruse.