Haynes: "Buy Black"

By Cheryl Smith Texas Metro News

When Dr. Frederick D. Haynes III, of Friendship-West Baptist Church, announced 100 Days of Buying Black in acknowledging the 100th Commemoration of the Tulsa Race Massacre, we joined the movement. December 31, 2021 marked 100 days of featuring Black Businesses. and we decided that the struggle continues and we must also. So enjoy reading about more Black-owned businesses and please support.

Round House Paper

Owner, Nicole Lightbourne

Making her daughters' bookshelf and playroom more reflective of their own images motivated the founder, Nicole Lightbourne, to form Round House Paper. She created stickers, stationery and stories they enjoyed and grew with and wanted to share those more broadly. The mission of Round House Paper's is to decrease reading level disparities for little readers in the Black community with the help of adults and educators around them. A portion of all proceeds proudly benefit the Round House Paper Annual Texas Teacher Grant. www.roundhousepaper.com or email: hi@roundhousepaper.com

Dawn Desirable Melts Candle Co

Owner J. Dawn Green

Dawn Desirable Melts Candle Co understands candle making and burning is a healing and spiritual experience for millions of people around the world. They have developed a formula that will empower their candles to create atmospheres while changing the air through the fragrance. Check out Dawn’s Candle World https://dawndesirablemeltscandlecollc.com/ Dawn is located at 9540 Garland Rd. Suite 381, #154, Garland. Phone 469-682-7734.

Community Care Resource Council

Founder Karl Berry

Community Care Resource Council (CCRC) provides a helping hand to all in need, and prepared to serve and assist. They offer referrals in health care, education, community development, and support fostering networking opportunities. They coordinate assistance for individuals and organizations seeking to both give and receive. Visit their website: https://usccrc. org/ call 469-661-2272 or email: help@usccrc.com

True Inspiration

Founder Tricia Patterson, LPC, NCC Life comes at us hard and fast sometimes.

What do you do after you have prayed, cried, and tried, yet the problem still exists?

The expertise of True Inspiration enables them to offer effective outpatient, individualized, therapeutic care. They treat a number of mental health challenges that include anxiety, depression, trauma and low self-esteem in a safe, confidential space for adult individuals, couples, and family units. Visit their website: https://ticounseling.com/ phone 469-273-1390 or Email: trueinspirationcounseling@outlook.com

ANGELIC ACCESSORIEZ & MORE

Portia Turner, owner Angelic Accessoriez’ owner Portia Turner handmakes accessories and t-shirts. Like many businesses were born during the pandemic Portia started her business in 2020. Making accessories is a form of therapy, says Portia. It’s affordable. Visit the website: https://www.shopangelicaccessoriez.com/ Follow on Instagram: @shopangelicaccessoriez

HANDS ACROSS OCEANS

Founder/CEO Millicent Sarah Atieno

Visit the website: handsacrossoceans.org

Phone: 214-636-5588 or Email: info@handsacrossoceans.org

PINK LUCY

By Tiffany S. Walker, owner

Pink Lucy by is a fun approach on statement making clothing with a street glam edge. It is glamorous and chic yet refuses to conform. Being a rebel WITH a cause- she does things her way! Pink Lucy screams freedom and self-expression in explosive color and eye catching designs. PINK LUCY is desirable, strong, stylish, confident, and always the center of attention, with a little edge! Visit the Website: https://www.shoppinklucy.com/ Location: 4032 Swiss Ave, Dallas. Phone: 214-6136117 or email: info@mypinklucy.com

Lancaster Family Dentistry

Lancaster Family Dentistry is a Dallas based family dentist practice that treats patients of all ages. They are committed to delivering the highest quality dental care and do so using advanced dental equipment. They are a cosmetic dentist that offers services like checkups, teeth cleaning, crowns, veneers and more. Get a renewed smile and meet Dr. Christopher Stevenson, visit Lancaster Family Dentistry. www.lanfamdentistry.com Lancaster Family Dentistry 4417 S Lancaster Road Suite 2275, Dallas (469) 6207445 or email lancasterfamilydentistry@gmail.com

Mogul Chic

Owner TJ Young

Mogul Chic is a trendsetting online store, offering first-rate products and exceptional customer service to shoppers from the comfort of their own homes. The online store has become synonymous with quality, and they ensure a continuous variety of fantastic merchandise that fits any budget. Check it out and start shopping today. https://www.mogulchic.net/ call TJ Young at 214302-9881 or email tjyoung@mogulchic.net

Tamyra Campbell Photography

sick, the orphans and the uneducated people worldwide. Donations are welcome.

Tamyra Campbell is an award-winning photographer. Her services include pictures for seniors, tweens, headshots and branding. Since 2007 TamCamPhoto has specialized in High School Senior and College Grad Portraits. Book your 2023 photo shoot with Tamyra visit the website.www.tamcamphoto.com. Email: info@tamcamphoto.com

Location: 5727 Gaston Ave., Studio 202, Dallas, phone (214) 317-5991

Hustle Blendz Coffee Shop

Founded in 2019, HustleBlendz is an innovative cold brew company that specializes in all things cold brew. They are, simply put, the cold brew experts. The founders, created this company out of necessity, representation, and to fuel the hustler. Patrice & Tweety Angwenyi are passionate about coffee. This husband and wife team has dedicated their lives to innovating how coffee is consumed and presented to the world.

Location: 1201 Evans Ave. #101 Fort Worth. Curb Side Pick Up or Shop online: https://www.hustleblendz.com/

Pieces Of Us By Us

Piecing it all together. During the stay at home orders due to COVID-19 MiChelle Risby owner of Pieces of Us by Us looked for activities we could do as a family that did not include monitors or screens like many parents. Pieces of Us by Us tells Our stories through Black Art by Black Artists in creative puzzles.

Check out the website: https://www.piecesofusbyus.com/ Call 469-949-3375 or email: puzzlesinfo@piecesofusbyus.com

Arlington Black Chamber, elected officials, and other Community Stakeholders held the official ABCC Ribbon Cutting of Shipley Do-Nuts on 2140 E. Pioneer Pkwy. The owner is Johnathan Antoine. He is Arlington's newest pastry King! Black owned. Offering over 60 varieties of iced, glazed, sprinkled and filled doughnuts, as well as other breakfast staples, including Texas-style kolaches filled with sausage, cheese and ham.

Opens a 5 am. Phone: (817) 583-6619