“There comes a time in every woman’s life when enough is enough. It can be about career, finances, relationships, self-love, or even a lack of direction. One day, you find yourself asking – if not now, then when?”
“African American women are natural caretakers. We spend our lives giving to our children, our jobs, our relationships and even sometimes our parents. But, when do we give to ourselves? We can give so much that instead of our cup running over, we find ourselves giving from an empty cup.” Continue reading “AUSTIN WOMEN EMPOWERING AFRICAN AMERICAN WOMEN IN 15 CITIES”
African American Cultural Heritage District Board Forms
L – R (clockwise) Rev. Freddie Dixon, architect Emily Little, business owner Adrian Neely, attorney James Nortey, museum curator Bernadette Phifer, artist Lisa Byrd.
Nearly 30 years after the idea first came to light, Austin’s African American cultural heritage district is closer to becoming a reality. Last week a group of business owners, community leaders and cultural and arts professionals officially established the organization known as the African American Cultural Heritage District (AACHD).
“The organization plans toserve as a catalyst for projects and activities that are dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents and small businesses of Central East Austin,” says Adrian Neely, board chair, “while preserving and protecting the cultural legacy of Austin’s historically Black community.”
“We appreciate the support of visionaries in the community and staff from the City of Austin, especially Deputy City Manager Michael McDonald,” adds Neely.
In the late 1980s a group of concerned citizens and activists offered a plan for the revitalization of E. 11th and 12th streets that included the creation of a cultural arts center and heritage district. Since the 80s many other community members have worked to create a community-based economic engine to preserve and protect the vitality of African American culture in Austin. Continue reading “African American Cultural Heritage District Board Forms”
Ujima Magazine is introducing a new foodie blog written and tasted by Kevin DJ Flexx Fletcher. This blog was created purely for entertainment because DJ Flexx loves food and wants to share his experiences with the community. Ujima will share his food voyage as he visits all the different spots in Austin and wherever he may go. Enjoy! Texas Steak Out is sort of the … Continue reading New Foodie Blog: Austin Eats Visits TEXAS STEAK OUT!
By Naomi Richard (July 8, 2013) New York, NY—Over 540,000 attendees from around the globe descended upon New Orleans this Fourth of July weekend for the 19th annual ESSENCE Festival, making 2013 the largest in the event’s 19 year history. With an expanded cultural focus and renewed emphasis on family, the 2013 ESSENCE Festival celebrated its community of ESSENCE readers with an exciting … Continue reading OVER 540,000 ATTENDEES DESCEND UPON NEW ORLEANS OVER FOURTH OF JULY WEEKEND FOR LARGEST EVER ESSENCE FESTIVAL
By Naomi Logan Richard SILVER SPRING, MD, JULY 9, 2013 – TV One, which entertains, informs and inspires Black adult viewers, has announced the creation of News One Now, a live one-hour, weekday morning news program slated to premiere September 2013. Roland S. Martin, national award-winning journalist, will serve as host and managing editor of the program that will be a multi-platform experience … Continue reading TV ONE ANNOUNCES PLANS FOR LIVE DAILY MORNING NEWS PROGRAM: NEWS ONE NOW TO BE HOSTED BY ROLAND S. MARTIN
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