WXYZ-TV Anchor, 'Mom's a Genius' host JoAnne Purtan to also appear at fun, free 'Ladies Night Out' party

WARREN, Mich., Feb. 16, 2016 — (PRNewswire) —  Hollywood in Motown! Michigan's own Shaun Robinson, Emmy Award-winning journalist, former host of Access Hollywood and founder of her own production company, Robinhood Productions, Inc., will meet and greet guests at Art Van Furniture's 'Ladies Night Out' event in Warren (6500 E. 14 Mile Road) on Sunday, February 21. Robinson will be joined by over 25 metro Detroit entrepreneurs featured on WXYZ-TV Channel 7's 'Mom's a Genius' segments with JoAnne Purtan, who will also emcee the free, fun, females-only party from 6 to 9 p.m.

Guests will have the unique opportunity to meet many of the 'mompreneurs' who have been profiled on television, peruse their products and services, and gain inspiration about starting a home-based business. Attendees will enjoy complimentary food and wine, palm readings, and chair massages. The evening will also include a Pinterest craft, photo booth, DJ, dancing and prize giveaways.

Robinson was born in Detroit and calls herself a "Motown gal" on her website. She spent 16 years as co-host of the national entertainment news show, Access Hollywood, before leaving last year to form her production company and follow her passion of empowering young women to live full, productive lives. She is an Emmy Award-winning journalist and recipient of Dove's prestigious Real Beauty Award.

Dress is casual and guests must be at least 21 years of age. Reservations are required and can be made at www.LadiesNightWarren.eventbrite.com. For additional information, visit artvan.com.

About Art Van Furniture
Art Van Furniture is the Midwest's largest furniture retailer and America's largest independent furniture retailer. The company operates 100 stores throughout Michigan, Illinois, Ohio, and Indiana, including freestanding Art Van PureSleep mattress stores, Art Van Flooring stores, and Art Van Furniture franchise locations as well as a full service e-commerce website. Founded in 1959, the company is family-owned and headquartered in Warren, Michigan. Visit artvan.com for more information.

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Art Van Furniture WXYZ-TV Channel 7 Diane Charles,Vice President of Corporate Communications, Art Van Furniture Email Contact (586) 983-3022 office - (586) 850-7332 cell Web: http://www.artvan.com