Author: Damita M-S

I am the Founder/Publisher of a digital magazine called Ujima, located in Austin, Texas. We highlight our "everyday heroes." Ujima focuses on the "everyday hero" in our Black community. We promote, inspire and educate through writing positive stories. I also love art, dogs, photography, journaling, blogging and wine.
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WALLER CREEK CONSERVANCY ANNOUNCES CREEK SHOW 2017 PROGRAMMING AND ARTISTS Six Austin-Based Design Teams Light Up the Night November 10-18

Waller Creek Conservancy announces the return of Creek Show taking place November 10-18, 2017. Free and open to the public, explore six luminescent, site-specific art installations along Waller Creek between 5th and 8th Streets, all created by local talent. Celebrate Austin Art Month Friday, November 10, with the public opening of the show including a live DJ on the creek. Participate in hands-on, family-friendly activities … Continue reading WALLER CREEK CONSERVANCY ANNOUNCES CREEK SHOW 2017 PROGRAMMING AND ARTISTS Six Austin-Based Design Teams Light Up the Night November 10-18

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Safety Tips for your Fur Baby during Halloween

If you are a pet parent you are always concerned about your fur baby being safe during the holiday season. They are sometimes overwhelmed by new people, noise and all the stimulation that comes with it. Tomorrow is Halloween. Some furbies are use to dressing up and being among the chaos but even with that, as a pet parent you have to keep them safe. … Continue reading Safety Tips for your Fur Baby during Halloween

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Uniting the East Austin Community Through Giving Fourth Annual Free East Austin Community Festival Held Saturday, Nov. 4

What started out as the question, “Why is there tension between long time East Austin neighbors and newcomers?” was born the idea for the East Austin Community Festival. Now in its fourth year, event organizers see the necessity of neighbors coming together and building positive relationships. The festival is free and will be held on Saturday, November 4 from 12 noon – 6 p.m. at … Continue reading Uniting the East Austin Community Through Giving Fourth Annual Free East Austin Community Festival Held Saturday, Nov. 4

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“DIVERSI”-TEA Luncheon and Hat Fashion Show

DIVERSI-TEA!–LUNCH AND LEARN CARVER MUSEUM TEA PARTY AND HAT FASHION SHOW BRING A FRIEND, MAKE NEW FRIENDS, AND WEAR YOUR FAVORITE HAT! The George Washington Carver Museum’s “DIVERSI”-TEA Luncheon and Hat Fashion Show was created to bring together Central Texans from every walk of life, every race, and every culture to have an open, and honest dialogue in a relaxed atmosphere, while enjoying an entertaining and … Continue reading “DIVERSI”-TEA Luncheon and Hat Fashion Show

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