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Shades of Beauty Expo for women of all colors

August 11, 2016 at 5:07PM
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Princess Tiana in the movie “The Princess and the Frog.” (The Minnesota Star Tribune)

Girl power

The Shades of Beauty Expo will bring women of all colors together for an afternoon of self-love and empowerment. Experts will give tips on beauty and fashion. Walk through the health and beauty products trade mart for ideas on how to give your style an update. A panel discussion will tackle the hot topic of society's definition of beauty. Can't find a sitter? The Kids Corner solves that problem with Zumba activities to keep them busy. Princess Tiana will make an appearance for story time. (Noon-6 p.m. Sat. $5-$15. St. Paul RiverCentre, 175 W. Kellogg Blvd., St. Paul. 651-265-4800, shadesofbeautymn.com.)

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