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We need to talk to our children !

Given the times that we are experiencing in America as Black and Brown people we need to have honest discussions with our children about racism, prejudice and the ugly history of America that is not being taught in their schools.

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Gele Day 2016

Gele Day 2016 came in like a lion and continues to roar! July 16th, 2016 marked the 5 year anniversary of Gele Day! The Queens once again took over the 63rd street beach and raised the level of consciousness. The annual event grows bigger every year and seems to get more action packed as well! […]

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Love DIA Couture Celebrates 6 Years

This evening I had the opportunity to celebrate the 6 year anniversary with Love Dia Couture. The company was founded and is spearheaded by Delcia Norwood a wonderful young business woman in Chicago.  The event served as a showcase for entrepreneurs in the Chicagoland area which just so happened to be all female this year. […]

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Black Mall Gala

July 8th marked the Black Mall’s first Gala whose purpose was to honor the top Black Businesses in Chicago. The event was hosted at the Africa International House located at 6200 South Drexel. The Black Mall serves as a gateway to Black Businesses. When discussing supporting Black Businesses I always hear where do you go […]

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The Rise of Spoken Word Returns

You rise when you lift others up, that’s the philosophy of Just Mic’s  The Rise of Spoken Word Returns event. People were definitely lifted up in more ways than one.  Just Mic and Missy Taylor were the hosts of the event however we experienced multiple artists sharing the stage as host. The job of each […]

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International Maverick “This Lil Light”

Chicago’s very own International Maverick just dropped his latest visual “This Lil Light.” His latest hit is self produced  and Directed by Work Nowitzki. One thing we like about International Maverick is that he is consistent with his craft. When his work isn’t right in front of you can  rest assured he is creating new […]

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Frankiem Mitchell (Kiem Nicoli) Performs at Soul Restoration

When a King holds court, everyone listens. Check out the powerful performances of Frankiem Mitchell (Kiem Nicoli)

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Red Storm Features at “Talk to Me Mondays” Hosted by 3BM

Red Storm swept into Talk To Me Mondays and delivered a power packed performance. This brothas testimonial was powerful! He is a shining example of how the arts can be used to not only entertain but transform lives! Check out the video share with others and definitely follow his work! 

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If we want our communities to change

Just had a thought, sometimes it seems we put more responsibility on law enforcement and government officials to keep our immediate neighborhoods safe. Many of us knowingly ignore those who are participating in criminal activity but expect someone else to do something about it. At what point do we take responsibility for our own communities? […]

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Activity does not always equal productivity.

We live in a world of busy people, countless numbers of people are multi- tasking everyday in an effort to get ahead. I personally am always on the go, running here, there and everywhere. We can become so busy simply doing something that the something that we are busy doing is not always getting us […]

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