African American News
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The Wine Concierge Hosts Black Women Winemakers: the Changing Landscape of Maryland Wine Brunch
This event is not your average wine tasting and brunch - it's a celebration of Maryland's explosive growth in the wine industry, with over 100 wineries and vineyards making their mark in the past decade. But what truly sets this event apart is the spotlight on Black wine producers, who have historically been underrepresented in the industry. - March 21, 2024 - The Wine Concierge
Legal Services for Children Awarded $2 Million in MacKenzie Scott’s Yield Giving Open Call
Today, MacKenzie Scott’s Yield Giving announced Legal Services for Children as one of the Yield Giving Open Call’s awardees working with people and in places experiencing the greatest need in the United States. Legal Services for Children (LSC) is a Bay Area nonprofit providing free representation to children and youth who require legal assistance to stabilize their lives and realize their full potential. - March 19, 2024 - Legal Services for Children
Pashen Health: Transforming Medical Weight Loss, Direct Primary Care, and IV Hydration Therapy in Safety Harbor, Florida
At Pashen Health, their mission is to provide exceptional care marked by quality, compassion, and a commitment to health awareness. They empower patients to take charge of their well-being, offering attentive, unrushed appointments with a focus on the latest medical practices. Their approach prioritizes dignity and integrity, ensuring each patient receives personalized care and support from their dedicated team. - March 09, 2024 - Pashen Health
Housing Authority of Plainfield Presents Black History Month Event with Proceeds Benefiting Scholarships in the Plainfield Community
The Housing Authority of Plainfield (HAP) celebrated Black History Month with residents and the greater Plainfield community on Friday, March 1 at Richmond Towers. The event was sponsored by The Plainfield Culture and Heritage Foundation, HAP, Premier Community Development Corporation, and the... - March 07, 2024 - The Housing Authority of Plainfield
Black Women’s Roundtable Announces 13th Annual Women of Power National Summit, March 13 – 17; Theme: "Owning Our Power: Participate, Protect, Preserve and Promote!"
Summit Will Include Release of 8th Annual BWR Power of the Sister Vote Poll in Partnership with Essence Ventures, Annual Gathering Featuring Black Women’s Power Table Discussions with Congressional and Executive Branch Leaders; Power Building & Organizing Sessions and Black Women’s Roundtable "Day of Action" on Capitol Hill & Annual Take it to the Top National Entrepreneurship Challenge - February 29, 2024 - NCBCP
"Black to the Future," a Black History Month Celebration of South Florida Black Founders Takes Place on Tuesday February 27 in Miami
As Black History Month comes to a close, the local South Florida Chapters of Startup Grind and Founders Live are joining forces to host "Black To The Future: Black Prosperity & Progress," a dynamic celebration of Black achievements and contributions. Scheduled to take place on February 27, this event celebrates South Florida Black Founders. - February 25, 2024 - Startup Grind Fort Lauderdale
1 of 5,034 Wu-Tang Affiliates, Shyheim Calls for Parole Justice in New York
Today, Shyheim, The Wu-Tang Clan affiliate and founder of the Rugged Road to Recovery, announced his support for parole justice legislation pending in New York State’s legislature to bring home elders from prison like those who mentored him while he was incarcerated. Specifically, Shyheim is... - February 18, 2024 - Release Aging People in Prison (RAPP)
The Clifton House Appoints Joël Diaz as Director of Programs
The Clifton House is delighted to announce Joël Diaz has been appointed as the organization’s first Director of Programs. Dedicated to the legacy of National Book Award Winning poet Lucille Clifton and her artist-activist husband Fred Clifton, the organization is a haven for the... - February 14, 2024 - The Clifton House
Brent Jones Historic 4-Album “Quadruple Release”
Grammy & Stellar Award winner Brent Jones kicks off 2024 with the release of 4 Brand-New Albums - "Quadruple Release" - featuring the leadoff single "Live Your Best Life!" Mass Choir Album "Live Your Best Life!" (Feb 12) Praise & Worship Album... - February 12, 2024 - JDI Entertainment
Mikeze Labs Launches Interactive Educational Platform to Address Rollback of Black History in Schools
Mikeze Labs today announced the launch of an interactive black history educational platform named Blackclass.org. This Atlanta based tech company said it is imperative to address the needs of students who are being impacted by the rollback of Black History in schools nationwide. “The... - February 10, 2024 - Black Class LLC
ZuCot Gallery's Onaje Henderson Featured in Our America: In The Black on Hulu
ZuCot Gallery featured on "Our America: In The Black," a collaborative effort between Microsoft, ABC Owned Television Stations, and Hulu. - February 09, 2024 - Zucot Fine Art Gallery
National Coalition on Black Civic Participation Launches Phase II of Its Unity 2024 “Power of the Ballot” National Campaign, Organizing 3-Day, 5-City GOTV Tour Across SC
The Unity ’24 Power of the Ballot Tour Leaves a Resounding Impact Focusing on Increasing Voter Turnout in Black Communities in South Carolina, in partnership with A. Philip Randolph Institute (APRI), National Action Network (NAN), South Carolina Black Women’s Roundtable, #WinWithBlackWomen and other partners. - February 07, 2024 - NCBCP
New Book "Black Lives, American Love," Tells Stories from the Frontlines of America’s Racial Conflicts
Right on time for Black History month, comes a new book of essays, Black Lives, American Love, by cultural anthropologist D.B. Maroon. Black Lives, American Love is a powerful first-person account of how racial conflicts and rising white nationalism play out in the lives of individuals and... - February 04, 2024 - DB Maroon
Men Having Babies Adds Atlanta to Its 2024 Conference Lineup in Collaboration with Black and Southern LGBTQ+ Organizations
On February 23-25, 2024, the nonprofit Men Having Babies (MHB) is teaming with the LGBTQ Institute and additional regional nonprofits to bring to Atlanta its internationally acclaimed Surrogacy Conference & Gay Parenting Expo. It will be MHB’s fifth United States destination, joining long-running conferences in New York, Fort Lauderdale, Chicago, and San Francisco, as well as Brussels and Berlin in Europe. - February 03, 2024 - Men Having Babies
Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center Receives a $30K Grant from the National Endowment for the Arts to Tour Its Black History Quilting Exhibition
Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center (MACC) is pleased to announce that it has received a $30,000 grant from the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) in support of its Home, Heart, Heritage quilting project. Funding from the NEA will facilitate a 2-year, multi-state tour of the MACC’s themed quilts, which celebrate Black History. - February 01, 2024 - Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center
Renee Spearman ft. Kim Burrell is #1 on Billboard
"Tap Into It" tops Gospel Airplay and Mediabase Charts - February 01, 2024 - JDI Entertainment
Speakers at Newtown Event Shared Personal Experience and Success Attributable to Having a Business Mentor
SCORE Manasota contributes to the economic development of entrepreneurs in Newtown Sarasota. - January 30, 2024 - SCORE Manasota
St. Luke’s United Methodist Church Will Host Indiana Historical Society’s Traveling Exhibit Local Speech, Global Reach
St. Luke’s United Methodist Church, Indy North campus invites guests to explore the legacies of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Sen. Robert F. Kennedy when it hosts Local Speech, Global Reach, one of the Indiana Historical Society’s (IHS’s) traveling exhibits. The exhibit will be on display from February 1, 2024, through February 29, 2024 at the North Indy Campus located at 100 W. 86th Street, Indianapolis, Indiana 46260 during normal business hours. - January 28, 2024 - St Luke's United Methodist Church
Unified Civic Monuments Project: Small Community Has Big Goals to Overcome Racial Divide Through the Power of Public Art
A group in Benton Harbor/St. Joseph, Michigan, is raising $850,000 to build the only collaborative, multi-city monuments honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. - January 28, 2024 - Unified Civic Monuments Project
National and State Organizations Join Forces to Launch Phase II of the NCBCP Unity 2024 “Power of the Ballot” National Campaign to Mobilize Voters for Early Voting in SC
The National Coalition on Black Civic Participation, in Partnership with the A. Philip Randolph Institute, National Action Network and Over 20 Additional Partners–Unveils "Power of the Ballot: We Won't Be Erased!" National Campaign Statewide Tour in South Carolina, Feb. 1 – 3, 2024, for the First in the Nation Democratic Presidential Primary. - January 26, 2024 - NCBCP
Affordable Connectivity Program for Alabama Residents Deadline Feb. 7, 2024 at 11:59 p.m. ET
The Community Action Association of Alabama (CAAA), in collaboration with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is asking all qualified Alabama residents to sign up for the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) before the enrollment deadline of February 7, 2024 at 11:59 p.m. ET. This federal... - January 22, 2024 - Community Action Association of Alabama
Brent Jones Graces Cover of Gospel USA Magazine
New CD "Live Your Best Life!" hits streets on Feb. 2. - January 22, 2024 - JDI Entertainment
NoliQ Launches Its Own Adult, Alcohol-Free, Ready-to-Drink Cocktail Line on MLK Day to Celebrate Its 2nd Anniversary
NoliQ is launching its first ready-to-drink product on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day (January 15, 2024). The new line features three flavors to launch the company’s first non-alcoholic products, championing inclusivity to expand healthy alcohol-free options in the beverage market. This... - January 12, 2024 - NoliQ
Catholic Hip Hop Artist John Levi Releases Highly Anticipated Project Emphasizing Sacred Pillars of Faith
"2 Strikes 2 Pillars," the third album by John Levi, merges faith and culture, exploring Catholic beliefs regarding the Eucharist and Mary. Inspired by Saint John Bosco's vision, this album embodies Christian resilience, amplifying a believer’s voice of hope through hip-hop expression. Released on December 24, 2023, it resonates with those who welcome a deep faith connection through past and present experiences of the faithful. - January 01, 2024 - 4Marks Media
Local Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Chapter to Culminate Century of Service with Centennial Gala
Over 700 guests to gather for a night of celebration, reflection. - December 16, 2023 - Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Xi Omega Chapter
Mental Health Clinician Writes Book Targeting Stigmas and Taboos in the Black Community
Mental Health Clinician Marisha Mathis releases a guide to creating safe spaces for growth and awareness in the Black community. - December 08, 2023 - Marisha Mathis
NCBCP Will Host Their 26th Annual Spirit of Democracy Awards, Celebrating the Diversity of Our Democracy
The National Coalition on Black Civic Participation (NCBCP) will host its 26th Annual Spirit of Democracy Awards, Celebrating the Diversity of Our Democracy, An Elegant Evening Affair, at The Hamilton Washington, DC on Tuesday, December 12, at 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm EST. The event, in its 26th... - December 07, 2023 - NCBCP
Black Men Vote’s Giving Tuesday Fundraiser: a Mission to Empower and Inform
Non-profit Black Men Vote’s Goal is to help Black communities thrive and inform all Black men about the importance of voting. - November 28, 2023 - Black Men Vote
1st Annual Maryland Black Film Festival (MBFF) - Open for Submissions
KA ZARR Entertainment, an award-winning film production company, announced today the launch of the Maryland Black Film Festival (MBFF), the first film festival in Maryland dedicated exclusively to showcasing films that highlight the people of color experience. The festival will be held March 9-10, 2024, kicking off day at the historic Old Greenbelt Theater, Greenbelt, MD with public screening of selected indie films by our panel of judges. - November 25, 2023 - KA ZARR Entertainment
Elevate Jacksonville Launches "Thousand Lights Club" to Illuminate the Futures of Duval County's Youth
Elevate Jacksonville, a prominent non-profit dedicated to enriching the lives of urban youth in Duval County, is excited to announce the launch of its "Thousand Lights Club." This campaign offers a remarkable opportunity for individuals and organizations to make a profound impact on the... - November 19, 2023 - Elevate Jacksonville
Award-Winning Gospel Singer, Kim Person, Cracks Top 10 on Billboard Top Gospel Albums Chart with "Speak Life and Live" EP
Announcement celebrating the current EP "Speak Life and Live" lands a Top 10 on Billboard Top Gospel Album chart. - November 10, 2023 - Kim Person/KLP Entreprises
Shabach Enterprise Takes Houston by Storm with the Inaugural Fade To Black Arts Festival
Embark on a week-long arts journey, celebrating creativity, talent, and culture. Immerse yourself in a captivating festival of music, art, and performance. - November 06, 2023 - Fade To Black Arts Festival
Conversations in Color a Black-Led Nonprofit Fostering a Sense of Community
Healing conversations and community engagement can foster thriving, connected and vibrant Black communities that have long been impacted by systemic disparities. The sense of strong social ties and a feeling of belonging can greatly impact the emotional wellness of residents in Black neighborhoods. - November 03, 2023 - Conversations in Color
AAHGS Holds National Genealogy Conference, Oct. 18-21, 2023
The Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society (AAHGS) held its Annual Genealogy Conference on October 18 – 21, 2023. This year’s conference was held virtually and was entitled, “Hiding in Plain Sight: Recovering the erased stories of our ancestors in the United States and... - October 28, 2023 - AAHGS
AAHGS Announces Their 2023 Book Award Winners
On October 19, 2023 the Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society (AAHGS) announced their 2023 International Book Award Winners. AAHGS held its Virtual Awards Ceremony during the AAHGS Annual Conference which took place on October 18 – 21, 2023. During that ceremony, the 2023... - October 28, 2023 - AAHGS
AAHGS Announces Dr. Henry Louis Gates, Jr. as 2023 James Dent Walker Awardee
The Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society (AAHGS) is excited to announce their 2023 National Awardee of the James Dent Walker Award, Dr. Henry Louis Gates, Jr. - October 25, 2023 - AAHGS
Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society (AAHGS) Announces Their 2023 National Awardees
The Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society (AAHGS) is excited to announce their 2023 National Awardees. - October 25, 2023 - AAHGS
MODArts Dance Collective (MADC) Announces Its 2023 Move to Change Dance Festival Presenting Artists
MODArts Dance Collective (MADC) announces its 2023 Move to Change Dance Festival Presenting Artists. Move to Change uses dance as a form of social justice and arts activism through the lens of BIPOC choreographers and dance filmmakers. This hybrid festival consists of live performance and dance films in two different programs over the two day festival. This year’s theme is the word "community" and how groups of people with a common goal or interest can shift the paradigm of a neighborhood. - October 24, 2023 - MODArts Dance Collective, Inc.
Rosemarie K. Witter (RKW) Foundation, Inc. Commemorates 11th Anniversary with Fashion Extravaganza in Aid of Lupus
Style with a purpose. Join Rosemarie K. Witter (RKW) Foundation, Inc. at the MWW Fashion Extravaganza Lupus Fundraiser on October 15th, 4pm-8pm, at Bayview House, Captain Bills. Let's celebrate fashion, compassion, and the fight against Lupus together. Enjoy discount coupons, exclusive perks, and a promotional bag. - October 13, 2023 - Rosemarie K. Witter Foundation, Inc.
Maryland's First Black Film Festival Launched
KA ZARR Entertainment, an award-winning film production company, announced today the launch of the Maryland Black Film Festival (MBFF), the first film festival in Maryland dedicated exclusively to showcasing films that highlight the Black experience. The festival will be held March 4, 2024 in Greenbelt, MD. - October 01, 2023 - KA ZARR Entertainment
Photo Fair Offers Chance to Hold History in Your Hand
Rare, original photos – some 150+ years old – will be featured at Boston event Sept. 30 - September 21, 2023 - The Daguerreian Society
Lather Green Unveils Aloe & Manuka Honey Skincare Collection: Where Skincare Meets Healthcare
Lather Green, the skincare brand founded by two Licensed Pharmacists, announces an exciting new development - the Aloe & Manuka Honey Skincare Collection. Uniting the powerhouse duo of Aloe Vera and Manuka honey, this transformative line challenges conventional skincare norms, propelling self-care into the realm of healthcare. Discover how Lather Green's innovative fusion captivates conscious consumers and aims to sets a new standard for skincare. - September 15, 2023 - Lather Green
Rory Sparrow, Former NBA Player and Executive, Launches the Sparrow Foundation Institute
Former NBA player and accomplished executive Rory Sparrow has announced the establishment of the Sparrow Foundation Institute (SFI), a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing clean energy initiatives, promoting sustainability, and empowering underserved communities through education and workforce development. Leveraging his extensive experience in both the sports and corporate worlds, Rory Sparrow is determined to create a lasting impact on communities in need. - September 12, 2023 - Sparrow Foundation Institute
Comms Noire Empowers Health Communicators to Drive Change in Marginalized Communities
Comms Noire presents "Catching Tones," an educational event uniting prominent thought leaders in health communications. The goal is to provide attendees with valuable insights, strategies, and resources that can empower them to create a measurable and positive social impact within black, brown, and BIPOC communities. - September 10, 2023 - Comms Noire
New Bar in Midtown Houston Brings R&B and Hip Hop Vibes to the 25 and Up Crowd
A vibrant addition to the Midtown Houston scene is set to make its grand entrance as Rhythm Bar opens its doors this Labor Day Weekend. Rhythm Bar aims to cater to the acute tastes of the 25 and up demographic, bringing together the best of R&B and Hip Hop in a beautifully renovated historic... - August 29, 2023 - Rhythm Bar
Black Business Association Presents Black Business Day Empowerment Fair in Partnership with U.S. Bank, KJLH, and the County and City of LA
In partnership with U.S. Bank, KJLH 102.3 FM, L.A. County Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell, Supervisorial District 2, and L.A. City Councilwoman Heather Hutt, Council District 10, the Black Business Association is excited to host a celebration of achievement, resilience, and community collaboration is... - August 17, 2023 - Black Business Association
Introducing Cultured Health: Empowering Wellness Through Cultural Connection
Cultured Health, formerly known as Culturd, is proud to announce its transformative evolution from an innovative platform to a groundbreaking movement in the health and wellness industry. Founded by husband-and-wife team Sue-Ellen Anderson-Haynes, RDN, and Michael Haynes, Cultured Health was inspired by their profound belief in the power of nutrition and cultural connections to drive positive health outcomes. - August 16, 2023 - Cultured Health
Lawrence "LAW" Watford's New Movie Shadow Acting Has Only One Agenda: Honesty
LAW Watford seems to have an affinity for making movies about socially relevant events, but while his previous projects explored the highly charged political subject of race, with Shadow Acting the filmmaker turns his attention to another front of the culture wars - the gender war. - August 15, 2023 - Lawville Solutions
ZeroWater and CEHN Join Forces to Support “Climate Change & Children’s Health Month”
This July, ZeroWater is proud to support the Children's Environmental Health Network (CEHN) in their mission to protect children from environmental health risks. As part of Plastic Free July and Climate Change & Children's Health Month, CEHN is leading community conversations on the... - July 28, 2023 - ZeroWater
Maryland Jury Awards $20.3 Million Against Drugstore Giant Rite Aid in False Imprisonment, Assault & Battery Case
A Maryland jury has delivered a verdict against Rite Aid for more than $20 million due to injuries sustained by a young Black woman who was held against her will by a Rite Aid pharmacist while acting in his employee capacity. The verdict includes punitive damages against Rite Aid for $20 million... - July 26, 2023 - Lawrence Whittaker PC