Category: Culture

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Stacey Abrams to Speak at Clarence Mitchell Luncheon During NAACP’s 110th National Convention

June 19, 2019

SOURCE: NAACP Today the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) announced that politician, lawyer and author Stacey Abrams will be speaking at the prestigious Clarence Mitchell Luncheon during the NAACP’s 110th Annual Convention in Detroit on July 22. “Stacey Abrams may have become a household name during the 2018 Georgia gubernatorial race but… Read More Stacey Abrams to Speak at Clarence Mitchell Luncheon During NAACP’s 110th National Convention

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Here Are the Winners of the Inaugural Detroit City of Design Competition!

June 17, 2019

Last week, Design Core Detroit announced the winners of the first edition of Detroit City of Design Competition. Design Core Detroit received 26 submissions from local and international design teams. The designers were from 31 UNESCO Cities of Design and were invited to prototype design solutions for Detroit neighborhoods that address safety and walkability. Supported… Read More Here Are the Winners of the Inaugural Detroit City of Design Competition!

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C-SPAN Reveals Detroit History and Highlights Authors on C-SPAN Cities Tour: Exploring the American Story

June 4, 2019

If you are a history buff and you love learning about Detroit’s history, then you may find C-SPAN’s upcoming documentary special of interest. The weekend of June 15 – 16, C-SPAN will feature special programming on Detroit. From discussions on Henry Ford and the Motor City to Detroit’s literary and jazz music scene, a variety… Read More C-SPAN Reveals Detroit History and Highlights Authors on C-SPAN Cities Tour: Exploring the American Story

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NAACP to Host 110th National Convention in Detroit

June 3, 2019

SOURCE: NAACP BALTIMORE — Thousands are expected to gather in Detroit to commemorate the NAACP’s 110th National Convention from July 20-24, 2019. With the theme, “When We Fight, We Win,” the convention will bring together elected officials, members, organizers, faith-leaders, entertainers, and young leaders for workshops and discussions to promote solutions to problems like police brutality,… Read More NAACP to Host 110th National Convention in Detroit

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Warmth Detroit’s Katie Boyce Talks Sustainable Fashion and Worldwide Knit in Public Day

May 24, 2019

Speech Pathologist Katie Boyce has lived in Pleasant Ridge, Michigan with her husband for three years now. She keeps a very busy schedule and often works long hours. To help her find relaxation from her career, she started knitting. “Right now, it’s truly therapeutic for me,” Katie explained to me during our phone conversation. “I’m… Read More Warmth Detroit’s Katie Boyce Talks Sustainable Fashion and Worldwide Knit in Public Day

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Sailors and Marine Show Off Their Michigan Hometown Pride While Serving on the U.S. 7th Fleet

May 22, 2019

Today’s blog post is brought to you by the United States Navy! I’m sharing this story for the men and women from Michigan who are serving aboard the U.S. 7th Fleet. As a wife of an Army Veteran, I proudly support our military, and it is my honor to share this sweet message with all… Read More Sailors and Marine Show Off Their Michigan Hometown Pride While Serving on the U.S. 7th Fleet

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Help Save Endangered Manatees at Harrison Township’s Save the Manatee 5K

April 29, 2019

Every year, a half-hour north of Detroit, more than 1,000 people show up to support a creature that most of them have never seen in person. This week, Harrison Township Supervisor Kenneth Verkest in Michigan and Orange City Mayor Gary Blair in Florida have proclaimed their towns as “Sister Cities” to honor and protect a… Read More Help Save Endangered Manatees at Harrison Township’s Save the Manatee 5K

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Photos from My Visit to “Celebrate India” at the DIA

April 10, 2019

Last Saturday, I attended “Celebrate India” at the Detroit Institute of Art. The event was a beautiful celebration of Indian culture. The event featured art and crafts, dancing, films, henna, literature, music, yoga and more. “Celebrate India” was presented by the DIA and the Friends of Asian Arts and Cultures as part of the Arts… Read More Photos from My Visit to “Celebrate India” at the DIA

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Cooking with Que Shares 8 Simple Tips on Transitioning to a Plant-based Life

March 21, 2019

Veganism isn’t just a fad– it’s a lifestyle. Despite the recent increase in its popularity in the media, plant-based living has been around for a long time. According to The Vegan Society, evidence of people choosing to avoid animal products can be traced back over 2,000 years. Not too long ago, my family made the… Read More Cooking with Que Shares 8 Simple Tips on Transitioning to a Plant-based Life

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How Celebrities & Organizations Are Positively Encouraging Plant-Based Living

March 5, 2019

With the rise of veganism, more people are starting to adopt a plant-based lifestyle for health and spiritual reasons. Many years ago, veganism was thought to be an extreme way of life and you found more negative commentary on the subject than positive. But in today’s time, we are seeing a more positive acceptance of… Read More How Celebrities & Organizations Are Positively Encouraging Plant-Based Living

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When a Black Woman Walks Into a Room

March 5, 2019

Today’s post is a special guest post by Dr. Menah Pratt-Clarke, Vice President for Strategic Affairs and Diversity at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech). She wrote this beautiful essay in honor of Black Women’s History Month. When a Black woman walks into a room, something happens.  For how could it not?  For… Read More When a Black Woman Walks Into a Room

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All of the Beautiful Queens at the Wrapped In Love Headwrap Workshop

February 28, 2019

Last Sunday, I attended the Wrapped In Love headwrapping workshop at the Detroit Public Library. The headwrap group is founded by Love Rose. She stayed busy at the event with wrapping styles for ladies and teaching them how to create styles on their own. Despite how busy the workshop was, Love Rose stayed smiling throughout… Read More All of the Beautiful Queens at the Wrapped In Love Headwrap Workshop

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20 Black History Month Events Happening in Detroit (February 22 – 28)

February 21, 2019

What’s good, friends? We are in the final days of the celebration of Black History Month. Do you have any plans to celebrate with your family and friends? My family and I are going to be attending a few events this weekend and next week, like the African American Read-In at the Southfield Public Library… Read More 20 Black History Month Events Happening in Detroit (February 22 – 28)

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Dilla Youth Day 2019 Youth Performance Show Celebrates Young Performing Artists

February 13, 2019

On Sunday (2/10), Travis and I took the kids to watch the Youth Performances at Dilla Youth Day. Founded by Piper Carter, Dilla Youth Day celebrated its 8th year this past Sunday. The annual youth event was held for the fourth year in a row at the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History.… Read More Dilla Youth Day 2019 Youth Performance Show Celebrates Young Performing Artists

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Bringing Therians The Awakening to Life (Part 2 Interview with B. Van Randall – “The Ghetto Nerd”)

November 30, 2018

By Jennifer Hamra Today’s blog post is the second part to my interview with Detroit writer B. Van Randall.   The Ghetto Nerd aka B. Van Randall– or as his family and friends call him, Van– is the creator and writer of the new graphic novel series Therians The Awakening.  The Detroit writer decided to try… Read More Bringing Therians The Awakening to Life (Part 2 Interview with B. Van Randall – “The Ghetto Nerd”)