Texas Metro News by Cheryl Smith

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JANUARY 16, 2019

VOL. 7 NO. 20

TBAAL’s Concert salutes Queen of Soul

MY TRUTH

by Cheryl Smith, Publisher

When? Right Now!

Tomorrow is here. Let’s not wait another day. We’ve heard others comment too often,“I just saw them yesterday. We just talked last night. I thought she/he would be here forever.” Which brings me to my truth. I sat in the funeral home in Crawfordville, GA, looking at the body that housed my father. I spoke those words to him, as if I expected him to respond, “Daddy, I thought you would be here forever. I never imagined life without you.” He went to the doctor’s office regularly and once he learned the perils of smoking he stopped immediately. He ate healthy foods, pretty much I guess. But he did, much to my chagrin, also eat pork. My father was big on having insurance, getting an education, being an entrepreneur, buying land, being involved in your community and life, having a spiritual foundation (although he didn’t suffer certain “negro preachers), and helping others. Also, Daddy didn’t take no stuff! Because he knew better. And if you don’t know better, or want to know better, so you can do better, come out to the Realizing the Dream Healthy Living Expo on January 21 at the Museum. See pages 7-10. Learn how to do better while you can!

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The Black Academy of Arts and Letters, Inc., (TBAAL) commemorate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., on his National birthday celebration, Friday, January 19, 2019 @10am and Sunday evening, January 20, 2019 @ 7:30pm. TBAAL spotlight the students performance in the Black Academy of Arts and Letters’ Naomi Bruton Main Stage, Sunday evening the live Black Music and Civil Rights Movement Concert Saluting The Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin featuring Dorinda Clark-Cole and Melanie Fiona followed with a reception to celebrate the 2x EMMY Award Winning Black Music and Civil

Right Movement Concert Music and Civil at the Morton H. Meyerson Rights Movement Symphony Hall. Concert, which The Martin Luther featured, B. Slade King, Jr weekend kick TM and Rahsaan off Friday morning with Patterson. an educational mini-stuThis weekend dent performance of the highlight is the Melanie Fiona 36th 2x EMMY Annual 36th 2x EMMY Performing at Concert Emmy Award-Winning Award Annual Black Music and the Civil Rights Black Music and the Civil Rights Movement Concert. On Sunday, Movement Concert that features well-wishers will pack the Morton TBAAL’s 200-voice recording conH. Meyerson for the “Concert” fol- cert choir, Dorinda Clark-Cole and lowed by a reception recognizing the Melanie Fiona, saluting The Queen recent Lone Star Emmy Award for of Soul Aretha Franklin. the institutions’live television perThe concert takes place at the formance of the 35th Annual Black Downtown Morton H. Meyerson

Bagsby remembered

Off and running!

A memorial service for the Hon. Dionne Phillips Bagsby, is scheduled for 11 a.m. Friday, Jan. 18, at First Presbyterian Church, 1000 Penn St., Fort Worth. died Jan. 10 at age 82 surrounded by her loved ones and close friends. The first woman and first African American to be elected to the Tarrant County Commissioners Court, she was battling pancreatic cancer for the past year.

Dallas City Councilman Tennell Atkins (c) was flanked by supporters and constituents at the Red Bird Starbucks yesterday, as he announced that he is running for re-election.

Symphony Center. “After 34 years, this King holiday weekend is going to be one of the most memorable moments in The Black Academy of Arts and Letters’ history", said Curtis King. TBAAL founder/president of TBAAL and the creator/producer of the concert. "Winning an Emmy is certainly icing on the cake and validates the artistic merit of our continuance work in the performing arts. It's a perfect nod to encourage our spirit and mission.” For more information, call TBAAL box office 214-743-2400 and Ticketmaster at 800-745-3000 or visit tbaal.org.

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Realizing the

DREAM Healthy Living Expo 2019

Suspect Arrested, Charged in Jazmine Barnes’ Killing By Sheryl Estrada

Jazmine Barnes

The Harris County Sheriff’s Office said in a statement early Sunday that homicide investigators have filed a capital murder charge against Eric Black Jr., 20, for the shooting death of 7-year-old

Jazmine Barnes in Texas. “Investigators identified Black as a suspect based on a tip,” states the sheriff’s office. “Subsequent investigation revealed evidence that corroborated the tip, and Black was taken into custody in East Harris County without incident. Black then admitted to taking part in the shooting.” A second man, Larry Woodruffe, 24, has also been taken into custody, Lee Merritt, the Barnes family’s lawyer, said. According to Merritt, Woodruffe is “believed to be the shooter.” The shooting occurred when Jazmine’s mother was driving Jazmine and her three sisters southbound on the East Sam Houston Parkway feeder road near Wallisville Road on Dec. 30. The shooter opened fire into their car. “At this time, investigators do not believe Jazmine’s family was the intended target of the shooting, and that they were possibly shot as a result of mistaken identity,” the sheriff’s office said. Both suspects in custody are Black, but on Thursday, police released a sketch of the suspected shooter who was believed to be a white man in his 30s or 40s. Merritt addressed the shooter’s description in an Instagram post on Sunday: “Larry Woodruffe doesn’t fit the description offered by the 4 different witness statements or composite sketch. Accordingly, this tip was difficult to believe. Assuming the confession elicited is reliable — it is possible the previously identified suspect seen fleeing by several independent witnesses was a bystander attempting to escape the shooting. “To observers, however, he appeared to be the shooter himself. More information will have to be drawn out before there is a conviction.” Activist Shaun King, who offered a reward for the arrest of the perpetrator, said, on Twitter, that he provided the sheriff’s office a tip leading to the men involved.

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“The Nutcracker and the Four Realms”

arrives home on digital and on Blu-ray™ Disney’s dazzling adventure “The Nutcracker and the Four Realms” — inspired by E.T.A. Hoffmann’s classic tale and the beloved ballet “The Nutcracker” — carried audiences along with 14-yearold Clara (Mackenzie Foy) to a magical, mysterious world with breathtaking performances by Misty Copeland plus sweets, snowflakes, soldiers, scurrying mice … and no shortage of surprises. Destined to become an annual viewing tradition for adventurers of all ages, the film arrives home instantly with never-before-seen extras and deleted scenes on Digital and Movies Anywhere, and on 4K

Ultra HD, Blu-ray™ and DVD Jan. 29, 2019. Bonus features include a discussion with American Ballet Theatre’s Misty Copeland about her role as the enchanting Ballerina Princess, her personal history with “The “Nutcracker” ballet, and her inspirational and historic rise within the world of dance. Extras take viewers on the set of “The Nutcracker and the Four Realms” to meet both new and reimagined characters, and discover how the Land of Sweets, Land of Snowflakes, Land of Flowers and mysterious Fourth Realm were created to such dazzling effect. Deleted scenes provide a look at magical moments that didn’t make the final version of the movie. Check out a new trailer here: YouTube: https://youtube/7H4lMNwLeZQ

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TEXAS METRO NEWS - JANUARY 16, 2019 Millennial Action Day WHEN: January 19, 2019 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm WHERE: Throughout Dallas COST: Free Dallas Millennials will join together for a day of community service to give back to Dallas and move us closer to Dr. King’s vision of a “Beloved Community.”

Opening Ceremony-City Hall WHEN: January 9, 2019 @ 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm WHERE: Dallas City Hall 1500 Marilla St Dallas Texas COST: Free CONTACT: 214-670-8418 The City of Dallas Martin Luther King, Jr. Planning Committee invites the community to its Inaugural Wreath Laying Ceremony celebrating the life and legacy of Dr. King. The keynote speaker for this event will be Dr. Frederick Douglass Haynes, III a passionate leader and social activist. Youth Summit WHEN: January 12, 2019 all-day WHERE: TBD The Youth Summit is a one-day interactive conference for high school students to engage with other students while addressing the challenges faced within their local communities. Faith Forward Dallas (An Interfaith Prayer Service) WHEN: January 14, 2019 Free Admission Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Celebration WHEN: January 15, 2019 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm WHERE: Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Ctr 2922 Martin Luther King Boulevard Dallas TX 75215 COST: Free CONTACT: 214-670-8418 Celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. King. The keynote speaker for this event will be Dr. Michael W. Waters, former Martin Luther King Advisory Board Chair, social activist, and Pastor of Joy Tabernacle Church. The birthday celebration will allow an opportunity for the community to rejoice in song and dance, as well as lay wreaths or flowers at the first original likeness of Dr. King located in the heart of the Sunny South Dallas community. Art of Oppression WHEN: January 16, 2019 @ 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm

WHERE: Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center (Activity Room B) 2922 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd COST: Free CONTACT: 214-670-8418 Hosted by Miles of Freedom, this event will highlight the importance of art and showcase work from individuals who are incarcerated. King Shakur is a featured guest speaker. From Entry-Level to Executive: A Millennial Networking Event WHEN: January 16, 2019 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm WHERE: Dallas Executive Airport 5303 Challenger Dr Dallas Texas 75237 COST: Free CONTACT: City of Dallas Millennials will have the opportunity to network with executives who have had a rapid rise in their career at an early age. This evening is a chance to bring like-minded young professionals who are native to Dallas or newcomers under one roof to demonstrate the power of an inclusive and connected community. Headshots and professional development opportunities will be available.

37th Annual MLK Celebration Gala WHEN: January 19, 2019 @ 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm WHERE: Hyatt Regency Dallas 300 Reunion Blvd COST: $120 The 37th Annual MLK Celebration Gala will feature keynote speaker Dr. Michael Eric Dyson, an invocation by Most Reverend Edward J. Burns, awards presentations, and performances. This year’s theme is “Reconciliation: Moving the Dream Forward.” To purchase tickets using a credit card, please call 214671-1505 to make a payment over the phone. “Selma” Screening at the Texas Theatre January 20, 2019 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm WHERE: Texas Theatre 231 W. Jefferson Blvd Dallas COST: Free CONTACT: Texas Theatre In conjunction with the City of Dallas’ Annual celebration of Martin Luther King, Jr., the Dallas Holocaust Museum will host a screening of Selma. The film is based on the 1965 voting rights marches from Selma to Montgomery led by Dr. King and other Civil Rights leaders.. Run time: 128 Minutes

Workforce and Educational Opportunity Fair WHEN: January 17, 2019 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm WHERE: J Erik Jonsson Central Library 1515 Young Street Dallas TX 75201 COST: Free Job fair featuring on-site hiring as well as a showcase of workforce skills and credentialing programs to support job-seekers in preparing for new opportunities. The event will be hosted in partnership with Workforce Solutions of Greater Dallas.

36th Annual Emmy Award Black Music & Civil Rights Movement Concert WHEN: January 20, 2019 @ 7:30 pm WHERE: Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center 2301 Flora St. Dallas TX 75201 CONTACT: The Black Academy of Arts and Letters Musical tribute with gospel songs honoring the life and legacy of Dr. King.

Candle Lighting Ceremony WHEN: January 18, 2019 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm WHERE: Martin Luther King, Jr. Recreation Center 2901 Pennsylvania Avenue Dallas Texas 75215 COST: Free The Alpha Sigma Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha, Inc. hosts this annual ceremony which features a keynote speaker, entertainment, highlighting of essay contest winners, and a candlelit processional that concludes at the Martin Luther King statue on the campus of Martin Luther King Community Center.

Half-Off Admission to Dallas Holocaust Museum WHEN: January 21, 2019 all-day WHERE: Dallas Holocaust Museum 211 N. Record St. #100 Dallas Texas 75202 CONTACT: (214) 741-7500 Admission will be half-off at the Dallas Holocaust Museum, an intimate museum dedicated to teaching the lessons of the Holocaust and memorializing its victims. The mission of the Dallas Holocaust Museum/Center for Education and Tolerance is to teach the history of the Holocaust and advance human rights to combat prejudice, hatred, and indifference. combat hatred and injustice.

Martin Luther King Day March/Parade WHEN: January 21, 2019 @ 10:00 am WHERE: Starting at Holmes St. and Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd COST: Free CONTACT: 214-670-8418 Floats, marching bands, dance troops, and vehicles participate in a march/parade down Martin Luther King Blvd for 200,000 spectators. For more information about the parade, please visit www.dallasmlkcenter.com/2019-mlk-parade. Realizing the Dream: Healthy Living Expo WHEN: January 21, 2019 @ 10:00 am – 6:00 pm WHERE: African American Museum of Dallas 3526 Grand Ave. Dallas Texas 75210 COST: Free admission, call 214-9410110 for vendors Making New Year’s resolutions for 2019 to lose weight, get out of debt, end an unhealthy relationship or seek help for depression? Learn how to improve your health physically, mentally, spiritually, financially, socially and holistically at the 2nd Annual Realizing the Dream Healthy Living Expo on January 21, 2019, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the African American Museum in Fair Park immediately following the historic Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Parade. Bring the entire family for a fun, informative community event featuring vendors, health screenings, educational workshops, food, entertainment, and giveaways! Admission is FREE. City-Wide Worship Service WHEN: January 21, 2019 @ 11:00 am WHERE: Friendship West Baptist Church 2020 W. Wheatland Rd. Dallas 75232 COST: Free CONTACT: African American Pastors Coalition The citywide worship service is hosted by African American Pastors Coalition (AAPC), of which Pastor Carter serves as President. The AAPC, as a timeless model of ministry, demonstrates Christ’s relevance in the world by networking diverse ministries to effect change. The goal is to unite and mobilize member pastors for prophetic ministry that results in liberating and empowering the larger community. Dallas Dinner Table WHEN: January 21, 2019 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm WHERE: Throughout Dallas area CONTACT: Dallas Dinner Table The Dallas Dinner Table organizes dinners as an annual event on the third Monday of January to coincide with the Martin Luther King, Jr. National Holiday which provides an opportunity to hear and share diverse perspectives about the impact of race on the daily lives of DFW residents. Register by visiting: www.dallasdinnertable.com National Day of Racial Healing WHEN: January 22, 2019 all-day WHERE: Nationwide

EDITORIAL/OPINION The State of Our Union

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Gandhi and King â&#x20AC;&#x201C; A Perfect Love!

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Listen — A Challenge in Memory of Robby Gregg THE LAST WORD By Dr. Julianne Malveaux Author, economist and president emerita of Bennett College.

I’m leaving 2018 behind, with its myriad trials and tribulations. For me, many of the challenges revolved around the unhealthy atmosphere in Washington, D.C., and that’s not likely to change. But many of the challenges, joys, and sorrows were also personal. One of them was the loss of Robby Gregg, Jr., a diversity expert and consultant at Cook Ross, a diversity and inclusion firm in the DC area that was founded by my dear friend Howard Ross. Robby died unexpectedly at 58, just a week before Christmas. Alarmed at not having heard from him, a friend went to his home and found him gone. Unless you are part of the D&I community (as diversity experts call themselves), connected to Wake Forest University (Robby was a 1983 graduate), or part of the vast Maya Angelou extended family (Robby was one of Dr. Maya’s students at Wake, and an ardent supporter of the Maya Angelou school in Washington, D.C.), you probably wouldn’t know Robby. He was a man worth knowing. I’m writing about Robby because his memory has challenged me to make a 2019 resolution. I am going to endeavor to listen more, especially to people I disagree with. I’m going to seek some of these people out for conversation, and I’m also planning to have tea or a meal (without knives – halfway joking) with a few of them. While I will never let go of my commitments to social and economic justice, to racial parity, and to

reparations, knowing Robby made me realize that it is also important to open oneself up to thought-provoking conversations with those we disagree with. Robby and I had been friends for a while, but he was no fan of my confrontational style, and he didn’t mind telling me. He

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was offended by my Facebook page, which is a combination of policy analysis, organizing, and personal sharing. Because I live in a gentrified neighborhood where, in my opinion, my melanin-deficient neighbors can be entitled and inconsiderate, with a sprinkling of racism thrown in, I vent on my page about the brads and the Beckys. And Robby didn’t like it. He responded that if I didn’t like my neighborhood, I should move from the home I’ve lived in for 20 years. Not. I became so angered by his suggestion that we began to avoid each other and cease interaction. An unpleasant encounter at a social gathering (I was wrong to carry our disagreement into that space) prompted me to reach out, and the result was a wonderful three-hour lunch where we offered each other the gift of listening. I think we both walked away feeling affirmed, if not in perfect agreement or

alignment. We could agree that we loved and respected each other and shared common values, even if our ways of going about things was different. Robby and I shared an appreciation for Howard Ross, the founder of Cook Ross and author of Belonging: How Our Need to Connect is Tearing Us Apart (Berrett-Koehler Publishers, 2018). It’s a great read about the ways our human tendencies to belong work both for us and against us. Part of the book recounts Howard’s journey around the country talking and listening to people who voted for 45, some of whom regret their vote, and others who stand by it. He walked away with a more nuanced understanding of 45 supporters, which he shares in the book, along with techniques for having civil, even friendly, and informative conversations. When I interviewed Howard a few weeks ago, he threw out the suggestion of lunching with those with whom I have profound disagreements. I scoffed at it, considering it an utter waste of time in many cases. The day after our interview, Robby Gregg, Jr. was found dead, and I wondered if there was a message in his passing for me. After all, had we not had that delightful long lunch, my friend and I would not have had rapprochement. So, in memory of and in tribute to Robby and, equally importantly, to do my part in exploring the possibility of more civility in our discourse, I’m challenging myself to do more listening. And I’ll promise an opponent at least three minutes of uninterrupted time, as long as I’m not on the air. I’m challenging you to do the same. Not just in the name of Robby Gregg, but in the interest of community.

2018 YEAR IN REVIEW – Cosby Trial By Stacy M. Brown

NNPA Newswire Correspondent @StacyBrownMedia

If it wasn’t the most read story of the year, the trial of comedian and former “America’s Dad,” Bill Cosby – along with his conviction, sentencing and appeal – likely proved the most written about. With its coverage of the Cosby case’s unbelievably biased and mischaracterized reporting, mainstream media outlets provided clear examples of the combustible President Donald Trump’s catch phrase: “Fake News.” When speaking with African Americans in position to potentially influence public perceptions, the Black Press found they too were misled because of heavy reliance on the coverage of mainstream. Most Americans believe that Cosby’s civil deposition was his admission of plying women with unwanted Quaaludes and then sexually assaulting them. However, most Americans were not in the courtroom from jury selection to verdict – in both trials. And relatively few heard every bit of testimony or read Cosby’s earlier civil deposition. When viewed in its entirety, the 87-page civil disposition document is rich with consistent denials of wrongdoing by Cosby and explanations of events that were never reported by mass media, including that he and Andrea Constand had engaged in an ongoing consensual relationship, one which Cosby desperately hid from his wife of more than a half-century. When asked in the deposition, by Constand’s lawyer, Delores Troiani, about Quaaludes and why he received a prescription for them in the 1970s, Cosby answered: “What was happening at that time was that that was –

Quaaludes — happen to be the drug that kids, young people were using to party with and there were times when I wanted to have them just in case.” Jimmy “JJ” Walker, the former “Good “Bill Cosby was tried and convicted without any Times” star who co- actual evidence that his ‘crimes’ had ever been committed, no police reports, no medical records, starred with Cosby no collaborating witnesses, just the accusations and screen legend of white women recalling events that occurred Sidney Poitier on 30 years in the past…”— Bob Law, National Black the film, “Let’s Do it Leadership Alliance Again,” said “everyby mainstream media, are the one was using Quaaludes in the 1970s. Women details of the night in question wanted them, and men wanted between Cosby and Constand. Cosby explains to Costand atthem.” Troiani next asked, “Did you torney Troiani, that on the night ever give any of those young in question, he and Constand women the Quaaludes without engaged in consensual foreplay. their knowledge?” Cosby an- They spoke of her anxiety and trouble sleeping and he offered swered, “No.” With headlines and newscasts her Benadryl to help her to releading stories with “Cosby Ad- lax, not Quaaludes. Afterwards, mits to Drugging Women,” and according to Cosby’s own words “Cosby Admits he Plied women in the deposition, they proceedwith Quaaludes for Sex,” the ed to “have a necking session.” They kissed passionately, general public continues to inaccurately believe that the fallen she “got on top of me, and we star admitted to secretly and re- necked,” he said – none of which peatedly “slipping a mickey” to was found in the heavily redactwomen in order to engage in sex ed version that Troiani and District Attorney Kevin Steele with them. However, the deposition re- have spoken about and that the veals that women he offered mainstream media reported. It Quaaludes to, knew what they was also redacted at trial and were taking and readily accept- never heard by the jury. Cosby told Troiani that Coned the drug. One woman who testified against Cosby at trial stand removed her hand from said she’d even taken a Quaa- his penis and used her hand lude prior to going to Cosby’s to shove Cosby’s hand furhouse because she, “wanted to ther down her pants. “She was moaning,” Cosby said. “She did get in the mood.” Constand, the only Cosby not stop me, and I want to go,” accuser whose accusations have he said. Following the encounter, led to criminal trial, was actually never offered Quaaludes, Cosby prepared a blueberry yet testimony to the contrary muffin for Constand and her was inexplicably admitted by favorite red zinger tea which the judge and exploited by the she bit a piece of the muffin and sipped the tea. “I feel a glow. district attorney. Further, and perhaps more I feel that Andrea has a glow troubling, is what’s in the depo- about our sexual moment. She Please see COSBY, page 14 sition but was not reported

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Realizing the Dream Healthy Living Expo African American Museum Monday, January 21, 2019 10am-6p.m.

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Free event takes place immediately following annual Dr. King Day parade in South Dallas There’s going to be yoga from EboLiving healthy has to be a priority says organizers of the Don’t Believe ny Smith of YogaNdaHood and exerthe Hype Foundation’s 2nd Annual cise tips from Coach Candi Francois. Realizing the Dream: Healthy Living Vendors will have everything from Expo which will take place on Janu- vegan recipes and weight loss proary 21, 2019, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at grams to financial literacy and voter the African American Museum locat- education information. ed at 3536 Grand Avenue in Fair Park, There will be elected officials, inDallas, Texas 75210. cluding Judges Tammy Kemp and The free community event is in Raquel “Rocky” Jones and scholarconjunction with the City of Dallas' ship information. Dr. Martin Luther King, There are also vendors Jr. Day celebration. who will be selling jewelry, books, clothing, music, The expo will be open candles and novelties. immediately following The Realizing the the historic annual Dr. Dream: Healthy Living Martin Luther King, Jr. Expo has partnered with Day parade in South Parkland Health & HosDallas. pital System, Method“Americans are conCheryl Smith stantly bombarded ist Health System and Expo Founder with content about Dallas County Health & healthy living and beHuman Services, to offer cause of the sheer volume of infor- blood pressure, cholesterol, glucose mation circulating, it can be a chal- and STD screenings, respectively, as lenge to decipher what is accurate well as mammograms on-site at this vs. inaccurate,” said Cheryl Smith, year’s event. founder of the Realizing the Dream: “We are excited to partner with Healthy Living Expo and Don’t Be- Parkland Health & Hospital System, lieve the Hype Foundation. “This fam- Methodist Health System and Dallas ily-friendly expo provides the perfect County Health and Human Services opportunity for people to start the to offer services to the community,” New Year off right by learning the said Ms. Smith. “A lot of people may proper methods to be healthy phys- be experiencing various physical ically mentally, spiritually, financially, symptoms but have no knowledge of socially and holistically.” the root causes. “By offering mammograms and a Ms. Smith said she is pleased organizers were able to embrace a variety of important health screenhealthy program that is beneficial ings at the Healthy Living Expo, our and educational. goal is to help individuals identify any underlying medical conditions Entertainment they may be suffering from and ultiIn addition to seminars and mately put them on the right track to demonstrations, the Expo will also treatment and recovery.” feature Country/Western sensation IMAJ, motivational speaker Keith DNA Testing Harley, science and technology guru Lucky attendees will also have an Amir Makin, hair expert Dr. Linda opportunity to win DNA tests from Amerson, health experts Denice Ford Ancestry DNA. and LaShante Williams, Rev. Yvette Blair-Lavallais and the Dallas-Fort TBAAL Memberships Worth Association of Black JournalThere will be FREE memberships to ists. The Black Academy of Arts and Let-

ters for the first 200! Mammograms The Methodist Mobile Mammogram Unit will be at the expo from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Appointments must be made in advance of the event. To qualify for a mammogram, individuals must be age 40 or older and have no current breast problems. To schedule an appointment or for more information, please call (214) 947-0026. Most major insurance plans are accepted including Medicare Part B and Medicaid. Parkland Health & Hospital System will have medical staff on-site administering blood pressure, cholesterol and glucose screenings, and Dallas County Health and Human Services’ Medical Mobile Clinic will also be at the expo providing STD screenings and resources for treatment options. Advance appointments are not required for the screenings and expo attendees will be served on a firstcome, first-served basis.

Monticello Exhibit Attendees are also encouraged to check out the Monticello Exhibit at the Museum. Jan. 21 is the last day! 31-Day Challenge The expo will also feature “Friendship-West Baptist Church presents the Pastor's 31-Day Health Challenge.” “I contacted Dr. Haynes (senior pastor) and told him I wanted to be included,” said Ms. Smith. “We have to address the health crisis in our communities and I applaud the efforts and programming at Friendship-West.” The Realizing the Dream: Healthy Living Expo will feature informative presentations, panel discussions, live demonstrations, food, entertainment, giveaways, a variety of vendors, screenings from Parkland Health & Hospital System and a Sweet Potato Pie Contest. Other sponsors for the 2019 Expo include State Fair of Texas, Karrington and Company, Texas Metro News, Garland Journal, I Messenger, Service Broadcasting (K104 FM and KRNB

FM), Urban One (97.9 The Beat and Majic 94.5 FM), 106.1 KISS-FM, KHVN-HEAVEN 97, the African American Museum, Pan African Connection Book and Resource Center, Dallas-Fort Worth Association of Black Journalists and Heroes House. Sweet Potato Pie Contest Think you have the best recipe in town? Enter one or more of three categories — traditional, pie with a twist and diabetic-friendly. There is no entry fee, but all contestants must complete and submit an entry form, and deliver your pie to the African American Museum by 9a.m. on Jan. 21. For details, call (214) 941-0110. Founded in 1995 by veteran journalist and newspaper publisher, Cheryl Smith, the Don’t Believe the Hype Foundation is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that provides scholarships for college students. And mark your calendars for the next event: 25th annual Don’t Believe the Hype Celebrity Bowl-a-thon in June at USA Bowl.

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SLAVERY AT JEFFERSON’S MONTICELLO: PARADOX OF LIBERTY EXHIBITION CLOSES JAN. 21, PLUS SYMPOSIUM FEATURING SCHOLARS AND JEFFERSON FAMILY DESCENDANTS SET FOR JAN. 19 Attracting the largest crowds in the Museum’s 44-year history, the traveling exhibition brings to life the story of slavery at Monticello through 300-plus objects, works of art, documents and artifacts from the storied plantation Last chance! Attracting the largest crowds in the Museum’s 44-year history, the groundbreaking Slavery at Jefferson’s Monticello: Paradox of Liberty traveling exhibition at the African American Museum, Dallas, will close Monday, Jan. 21, on Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Available at the door and online at MonticelloinDallas. com, tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for seniors (65 and older) and children

4-12, and free for children 3 and under. As part of the final weekend, the Museum also will present a symposium with African-American history scholars, followed by a panel discussion with eight descendants of the Jefferson and Hemmings families on Saturday, Jan. 19, from noon- 4 p.m. Held at the Museum, the symposium is an additional charge of $10 per person, and seating is available on a first-

come, first-served basis. Forum topics include “The Peculiar Institution in Texas” by Dr. W. Marvin Dulaney, Associate Professor Emeritus, University of Texas-Arlington, and “The Under-

SLAVERY AT JEFFERSON’S MONTICELLO PARADOX OF LIBERTY S E P T E M B E R 2 2 – JA N UA RY 2 1 , 2 01 9 African American Museum at Fair Park

Presented for the first time west of the Mississippi River, this landmark exhibition uses objects from museum collections and archaeological excavations to examine slavery through the lens of Jefferson’s plantation and the experiences of six families living at Monticello. FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO PURCHASE TICKETS, GO TO

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las is the first city to host the updated touring exhibition, which features new items never seen outside of Monticello. The exhibition also includes a special feature on Sally Hemmings, one of the most famous African American women in American history. As an enslaved woman María Esther Hammock at the age of 16, Hemings negotiated with one of the most ground Railroad powerful men in the nation, ensuring to Mexico” by she would receive “extraordinary privMs. Maria Es- ileges” and achieve freedom for her ther Hammack, children. Jefferson fathered at least six Ph. D. candidate children with Hemings, four of whom at University of survived to adulthood. Te x a s - A u s t i n . “America’s history is complex and Dr. Edward Gray, often contradictory,” said Bishop T.D. Ph.D. at SMU Jakes, senior pastor of The Potter’s will be the mod- House of Dallas and honorary chair of erator. the exhibition. “Slavery at Jefferson’s Traveling west Monticello: Paradox of Liberty exof the Mississip- plores how the author of the Declarapi River for the tion of Independence, who introduced first time, this a fledgling nation to the concept that widely acclaimed all men are created equal, could own exhibition brings slaves while 20 percent of Americans to life the story of were held in chains and designated slavery at Monti- 3/5 human. How do we view such cello through the contradictory posturing through a 21st eyes of six fami- century lens? I urge people of all ages lies living the ex- and ethnic backgrounds to come and perience. Deliv- discover the other side of American ering a powerful History.” message, Slavery Slavery at Jefferson’s Monticello: at Jefferson’s Paradox of Liberty is organized by Monticello: Par- the Thomas Jefferson Foundation at adox of Liberty Monticello and the African Amerifeatures more can Museum, Dallas in partnership than 300 objects, with the National Endowment for the works of art, doc- Humanities and in cooperation with uments and arti- the City of Dallas Office of Cultural facts unearthed Affairs and VisitDallas. Dallas City at the storied Councilmember Kevin Felder spearplantation. Dal- headed the effort to bring the exhibi-

tion to Dallas. “This exhibition delivers a powerful message, one that has the potential to educate, inspire and promote greater understanding, which is something we need now more than ever,” said Dallas City Councilmember Kevin Felder, who played a key role in bringing the exhibition to Dallas. “We’re so pleased to bring this to the people of Dallas, Texas and the Southwest.” Local support of the exhibition is provided by VisitDallas; DART; City of Dallas Office of Cultural Affairs; Dallas Tourism Public Improvement District; Lucy Billingsley; Atmos Energy; J. McDonald Williams; TD Jakes Ministries; The Dallas Morning News GuideLive; TXU Energy; Links, Mid-Cities Chapter; State Fair of Texas; Fox 4; Fox 4 More; Canton Cadiz Phase I; KDC Platform; and Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen. TICKETS. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for seniors (65 and older) and children 4-12, and free for children 3 and under. Admission is free on Thursdays only for seniors 65 and older. African American Museum members also receive complimentary admission. Through Jan. 18, the Museum will open Tuesday through Friday from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and is closed on Sunday and Mondays. During the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. weekend, the Museum will open Saturday, Jan. 19, from 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday, Jan. 20, from 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; and Monday, Jan. 21, from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. INFORMATION. For tickets and the latest information, go to MonticelloinDallas.com. For additional information about Monticello, go to its companion site at Monticello.org/Slavery-at-Monticello and download the app – Monticello at Mulberry Row – at the App Store or Google Play.

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KEY ISSUES FACED BY IMMIGRANT COMMUNITIES IDEA High School 10 a.m. YOUTH SUMMIT IDEA High School 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. IGNITE THE LIGHTS Blair Park 4 p.m. - 7 p.m.

OPENING CEREMONY Dallas City Hall 12 p.m.

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FAITH FORWARD INTERFAITH PRAYER SERVICE Thanksgiving Square 12 p.m.

DR. KING BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION Martin Luther King, Jr. Center 12 p.m.

“THE CONTROVERSIAL HISTORY OF MLK DAY” Martin Luther King, Jr. Library 6 p.m.

ART OF OPPRESSION Martin Luther King, Jr. Center 12 p.m. FROM ENTRY LEVEL TO EXECUTIVE: MILLENNIAL NETWORKING EVENT Dallas Executive Airport 6:30 p.m.

MLK CELEBRATION JOB FAIR J. Erik Jonsson Library 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

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MLK CANDLELIGHT CEREMONY Martin Luther King, Jr. Center 7 p.m.

MILLENNIAL ACTION DAY Martin Luther King, Jr. Center 9 a.m. SLAVERY IN TEXAS African American Museum of Dallas 12 - 2 p.m. DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS JEFFERSON African American Museum of Dallas 2 - 4 p.m. 37TH ANNUAL MLK CELEBRATION GALA Hyatt Regency Dallas 6:30 p.m.

SLAVERY AT JEFFERSON’S MONTICELLO: PARADOX OF LIBERTY at the African American Museum of Dallas (ends on 1-21)

“SELMA” SCREENING Texas Theatre 4 p.m. 36TH ANNUAL BLACK MUSIC & CIVIL RIGHTS MOVEMENT CONCERT Myerson Symphony Center 7 p.m.

MLK DAY MARCH/PARADE MLK Blvd. 10 a.m. REALIZING THE DREAM HEALTHY LIVING EXPO African American Museum 10 a.m. CITYWIDE WORSHIP Friendship West Baptist Church 10 a.m. MLK SYMPOSIUM Moody Performance Hall 7 p.m.

NATIONAL DAY OF RACIAL HEALING DALLAS TRHT COMMUNITY VISIONING SESSION Communities Foundation of Texas 9 - 11:30 a.m. WHEN WORDS ARE NOT ENOUGH: AN EMBODIED APPROACH FOR RACIAL HEALING Communities Foundation of Texas 6 - 9 p.m.

MAYOR’S STAR COUNCIL BUS STOP PROJECT RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONY 3300 MLK Blvd. 4:30 p.m.

We’re looking for the best Sweet Potato Pie in Dallas!

ENTER YOUR PIE! 214-941-0110

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Hollywood Hernandez Live

The Upside

THE UPSIDE is a remake of a French film and it’s based on the true story of a wealthy quadriplegic and his caregiver. The first time I saw the film, and I’ve seen it many times since, I couldn’t help but imagine what two American actors could play the parts in an English version of the film. The actors end up being the comedic superstar, Kevin Hart, and Bryan Cranston from Breaking Bad. On camera together the two have great chemistry. Nicole Kidman is also in the movie as Phillip’s (Cranston) executive assistant. She’s a stoggy Harvard graduate and she runs the day to day affairs of the house. She immediately takes a disliking to Dell (Hart) who was never looking for a job. He just needed three signatures for his parole officer to

Ask Alma by Alma Gill Email questions to: alwaysaskalma@ gmail.com. Follow her on Facebook at “Ask Alma” and twitter @almaaskalma.

Hi, Alma, The mom of one of my 10-year-old daughter’s friends confided in me that her husband had been physically and verbally abusive to her several times. (Unfortunately, as many people do in this situation, she did not press charges because she didn’t want her kids to have to deal with the fallout.) The husband and wife are separated now. My daughter’s friend

show he’s been looking for work. Judging the film on its own merit, it is a very funny and tender story about two men from different backgrounds who become friends. Phillip has a love for opera, which Dell learns to appreciate and Dell tries to get Phillip to play some of his music from his favorite artist, Aretha Franklin. Together the two men learn a lot about the worlds that the men come from. The movie reminds me a lot of the award-winning movie Green Book, which is my favorite movie of 2018. Hart takes it to another level in THE UPSIDE with the best performance of his career. Of course, he’s funny, but he also shows another side of his character who spent time with his own father in prison. Now he wants to do better for his son and be a more responsible husband to his wife, who’s never received any financial help from Dell. Amaz-

with Valder Beebe Find more THAT CELEBRITY INTERVIEW; ValderBeebeShow. com, Youtube.com/valderbeebeshow, SoundCloud.com/valderbeebeshow, Soundcloud.com/kkvidfw, 411RadioNetwork.com, PChatman Network and VBS affiliate broadcasters. Valder Beebe Show is a Power of 3 Women consortium partner.

ingly, Hart shows some real skills as an actor. Hopefully, we’ll see more quality roles for Hart in the future. Also, I thought there were a few minor flaws in the film. Phillip meets a woman in person that he’s only been writing letters to previously. That storyline seemed a bit incomplete. And other than her role as the head of the house, they don’t go into much the depth of Kidman’s character. In the French version of the movie, she was a lesbian but it seems like in the “Americanized” version of the film the movie company obviously wanted a PG-13 version so that part is completely left

out. I enjoyed the early character development of the two lead actors, but it seemed to me that the movie could have done better showing the lives of the two main female characters. Perhaps they just ran out of time. The movie has a run time of just over 2 hours and on my “Hollywood Popcorn Scale” I rate THE UPSIDE a JUMBO!

To tell or not to tell

invited her to a birthday party at her dad’s new house. The husband has been polite to me and my child, but I’m uncomfortable with the situation, particularly since I have some experience with an abusive partner who was a “nice person” to outsiders. I’m planning to tell my daughter she can’t go (but not tell her the real reason). What do you think? I’ve pointed the mom to some resources on domestic violence and counseling. Here’s hoping she can heal. Signed, Cautious Reisterstown, Md. Dear Cautious, I see your red light earrings flashing, and I can understand why, but you’re wrong on this

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one. I say you should let your daughter go. Here’s why: Your daughter is 10. It’s a birthday party. Her best friend’s father has never hurt his own daughter or yours. If he had, I suspect his wife would not allow him to host a birthday party. You said yourself that the BFF’s father has been polite to you and your daughter. You also said you’re familiar with abusers being “a nice person to outsiders.” So why not let your daughter go? She was not the only one invited to the party. I’m sure other adults (parents and family members) will be there. A part of me wonders if you think that by allowing your daughter to attend you would be giving approval to the father’s behavior.

Don’t worry; that’s not so. Unless her mom asked you not to participate, I just can’t come up with a good reason for your daughter not to go. This isn’t a sleepover. Don’t make this a grown-up issue for your daughter. I understand that you and the other mother have bonded over shared sorrows, but you can’t let the pain and suffering of your marriages overshadow a very fun time and lifelong memory for your daughters. Joint custody arrangements, especially after a spiteful split, can be extremely exasperating. It’s horribly difficult to move past the hurtful events and heartbreaking history you have with an ex-partner. The key is to put your child first. Alma

Romeo

Life is exciting and I adore those who embrace life as I do to the maximum in God’s most positive ways. I am always seeking the best interview, the most interesting guests. Today, Romeo Miller. He gained fame as ‘Lil Romeo” a rapper in the early 2000s after signing for a label owned by his father Master P. Under the stage name Lil Romeo, he released his debut single My Babyin 2001, which went on to be certified platinum. Later the same year, Miller released his debut album Lil’ Romeo, which charted the US Billboard 200 at number six and went on to be certified gold, selling over 500,000 copies.– Text provided by Romeo Miller representing publicist The provocative dating series follows celebrity couples in Malibu Beach as they search for new love while being confronted by their past romances. With 12 versions of MTV’s “Ex On The Beach” around the world, the new season will also air across MTV’s international channels beginning in January. In the new season of MTV’s Ex On The Beach, Romeo will oversee romantically embattled stars from The Bachelorette, Big Brother, Bad Girls Club,

Teen Mom, The Challenge, Are You The One? and Fire Island, among other reality shows, as they arrive in paradise only to be confronted by their exes face-to-face. This season of MTV’s Ex On The Beach features romantically embattled stars from Survivor, The new cast of celebrities arrive in paradise in search of love only to be blindsided by their exes face-to-face. As lovers wash ashore, the daters will decide whether to rekindle a past flame or move on with a new prospect. VBS: Good Morning Romeo Miller, welcome. Thank you for joining me here Live in Dallas, Texas on the Valder Beebe Show. RM: Good Morning V, I’m glad to be here. I love Dallas. I have lots of family in Dallas. VBS: Tell me about this hot VH1 Hip Hop Show, EX on The Beach. RM: It’s a VH1 hit show, Thursday Nights at 8 pm. We assemble these reality stars from Survivor, The Bachelorette, Teen Mom and Big Brother, among other reality shows, in one place. We get them there and tell them are on vacation with other singles to find love…..and we surprise them with their Ex! This season, well you are going to have to watch for the surprises………

CALENDAR Recurring Events

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Hyatt Place Galleria 5229 Spring Valley Rd. 12pm to 12pm Monday. TEXT: MLK2019 to 773.263.4130.

Glitter & Goals at Business Lounge Dallas 13740 Midway Rd. Ste. #528 3pm-5pm.

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January 20

Cedar Hill Library Discover the Arts after Dark Meet & Greet at 225 Cedar St. 6:30pm. Dallas in the time of Martin Luther King, Jr. at Hall of State at Fair Park 3939 Grand Ave. Tue.-Sat. 1-5pm Sun. 1-5pm. Now to Jan. 27, 2019. Reggae Sunday Brunch at Hero’s Lounge 3094 N. 35 Fwy. Dallas. 11am-3pm. Every Sunday Caribbean Breakfast & Lunch. Marvelous Marriage Monday’s at Friendship-West Baptist Church 2020 W. Wheatland Rd. Dallas. 7pm-8:30pm 1st & 3rd Monday Info: covent@ friendshipwest.org. Dallas 2019 Senior Games Hosted by: Dallas Parks & Recreation. Info: Senior Program Division at 214-671-1602. Dates: Feb. 28 - March10 & March 16

January 16 Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, founded in 1920 Judicial Investiture: Judge Sandra Jackson at Dallas Bar Assoc. 2101 Ross Ave. 3:30pm. Dallas Heat vs. Yonsei University, Dr. Pepper Arena 2601 Ave. of the Stars, Frisco. 2-4pm.

January 17 Irving Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. V & D Financial Ribbon Cutting Celebration at 2400 US 287 Frontage Rd. #108 Mansfield 5:30-7pm. Pretty Girls Love Thirsty Thursdays Paint and Sip at Candy Shack Daiquiris 6401 S. Cooper St. Ste #101 Arlington. 7pm-9pm. Reserve seat at Eventbrite. DEC at Redbird CEO Sniper Series Presents: Leah Frazier at Redbird Entrepreneur Center 3662 W. Camp Wisdom Rd. Dallas 6pm-8pm.

January 18 &19

Jazz at the Muse: Back That Violin Up” Feat: Richmond Punch Host: Barbara Steele & Cheryl Smith at 1309 Canton St 9pm.

January 18-20 2nd Annual MLK Weekend Dallas Getaway: Fri. Sat. & Sun. 3 days 6 events. Host Hotel:

Campaign Kick-Off Mix & Mingle. Host: Ft. Worth City Council at Austin Event Center 1125 E. Berry St. Ft. Worth.6pm-9pm.

3 Steps to Achieving Greatness at Meadows Conference Center 2900 Live Oak St. 11:30am.. O l d School Soul Party at Forever Swing Dallas Venue 2021 N. Hampton Rd. 8pm. LCUPN “Social Bowling Night” at Strikz Ent. Center 8789 Lebanon Rd. Frisco 7:30pm. Fraternity Fridays at Blazin Jazz Lounge 14223 Inwood Rd. Farmers Branch. 7pm-12am.

Dallas Women’s March 2019 at Dallas 2pm5:30pm. More info follow: @DallasWomensMarch. Film Screening: Selma at Texas Theatre 231 W. Jefferson Blvd. Dallas. 4pm-6pm. Free Eventbrite. 4th Annual Dallas Greek Skate Night at Forum Roller World 1900 S. Great Southwest Pkwy. Grand Prairie. 9pm-1am.

MLK Film Screening at Friendship-West Baptist Church 2020 Wheatland Rd. Dallas 6:30pm.

January 19 Irving Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Hora De Poder at IHCC Offices 135 S. Jefferson St. 9am-11am. 105.7 Smooth R & B’s The Smooth Winter Groove II at The Theatre at Grand Prairie 1001 Performance Pl. 7:30pm. Bar-kays, Zapp Band and Gap Band at Music Hall at Fair Park 909 1st Ave. Dallas. 8pm.

St. John’s Lutheran Church Celebrates the Life of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at St. John’s Lutheran Church 2939 Sunnyvale St., Dallas. 12:30pm.Speaker: Rev. Doris Dupree Harris Yoga & Afrobeats A Sensual Yoga-Beat Class at V12 Yoga 600 Harwood St. 2:30pm. St. John’s Lutheran Church Celebrates Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at St. John’s Lutheran Church 2939 Sunnyvale St., Dallas. 12:30pm. Keynote Speaker: Rev. Doris Dupree Harris

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City of Lancaster Martin Luther King, Jr. Day-Parade at 100 Historic Town Square 11am.

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Martin Luther King, Jr. Parade & Community Celebration. 10am & 2pm Mesquite Arts Ctr. 1527 N. Galloway Ave. Mesquite NAACP.com.

Realizing the Dream Healthy Living Expo ’19 at the African American Museum – Fair Park

DWE Business Women’s Expo at Inter Continental 15201 Dallas Parkway, Dallas Info: Petya Edwards 214-971-5005. 1-6pm.

MLK Scholarship Breakfast Spkr.: Pastor Bryan Carter. Arlington 1500 Convention Dr. 8am Nu Pi Lambda Ch. of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration Gala at Hyatt Regency 300 Reunion Blvd. Dallas 6:30pm. Speaker: Dr. Eric Michael Dyson.

MLK Day of Service at Community M.B.C. 115 W. Belt Line Rd. DeSoto. 7am-6pm. Info-james.alexander@communitymbc.org.

2019 Membership Kickoff National Black MBA Association-DFW at Capital Factory 3102 Oak Lawn Ave. Dallas 9:30am-11:30am.

Redeeming the Dream of Dr. King: Parade March Rally 2019 at Ft. Worth Convention Ctr.1201 Houston St. 11am.

Realizing the Dream Healthy Living Expo African American Museum Monday, January 21, 2019 10am-6p.m.

Dress Performance Theater Series “Ah Girl Pearl” at Clarence Muse Café 1309 Canton St. Dallas 8:15pm. NAREB Dallas “Golden Ticket” Awards at Hall of State 3939 Grand Ave. Keynote Speaker: Dr. Frederick Douglas Haynes, III. 6pm. Evenbrite. Grow DeSoto Community Networking Event 324 E. Belt Line Rd. 6pm-10pm. Eventbrite. Obama-ology Play at Jubilee Theatre 506 Main St. Ft. Worth www.jubileetheatre.org. 8pm.

36th Annual Emmy Award Black Music & Civil Rights Movement Concert at Mort H. Meyerson Symphony Center 2301 Flora St. . 7:30pm.

Old School House Party! Fundraiser FAMU Style Host: Ron Fry at Sushi Axiom Addison 5225 Belt Line Rd. #240 10pm-2am. Martin Luther King, Jr. Candlelight Ceremony at MLK Comm. Center 2922 MLK Blvd. 7pm.

Collin County MLK Appreciation Day 2019 at First U. M. C. of Allen 601 S. Greenville Ave. 11:30am-1pm. MC. John McCaa WFAA TV Anchor.

Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo Cow Boys of Color Rodeo at Will Rogers Coliseum 3401 Lancaster Ave. 2pm. www.cowboysofcolor.org.

Kevin Curry Book Signing at Barnes & Noble 7700 W. Northwest Highway #300 Dallas. 7pm-8pm.

Jan. 26- Feb. 2

2019 MLK March/Parade Host: Martin Luther King, Jr. Comm. Center at 2922 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. 10am-1pm. Ending at Fair Park. Slavery at Jefferson’s Monticello: Paradox of Liberty at African American Museum 3536 Grand Ave. Dallas 10am.

January 22 Dallas Catalyst Project Neighborhood Bus Tour Host Dr. Terry Flowers at St Philips’s Community Center 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. 10am. Lunch & Learn: RBCA & DISD: Effective Financial Tools for Contractors at Dallas ISD Education Center 9400 N. 75 Expy. 11:30-1pm. Eventbrite.

January 23-27 5th Annual Denton Black Film Festival Feat: Kirk Whalum at Denton Black Film Fest. 214 W. Hickory St. Schedule & Tickets: prekindle. com

January 23

Happy Birthday to Team Member who interned this past summer Jessica Hayden

Mentor Connector National Mentoring Month at UNT Dallas 7300 University Hills Founders Hall-Room 138. 6pm-8pm.

January 24 Arlington Black Chamber Jan. General Mtg. & 2019 Networking Mixer at Brickhouse Lounge 2525 Arkansas Ln. 6pm. RSVP: Eventbrite.

January 25 Happy Birthday to Team Member and a great lady Betheny Sargent

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January 26 Toni Braxton As long As I Live Tour at The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory 300 W. Las Colinas Blvd. Irving. 7:30pm Tickets: via Live Nation The Magical Mystique of Mardi Gras Ball 2019 Select Grand Duke & Duchess at Fair Park Centennial Hall 1001 Washington St. 6pm-2am Free Workshop! How to Start or Run a Small Business at Embassy Suites-Dallas Market Center 2727 N. 35 Fwy. Register: 972-445-6442. TRE Elections-DISD and Richardson ISD Hosted by: Coffee & Politics at African American Museum 3536 Grand Ave. Dallas. 10am-11am. Denim & Black Affair at Foundation Room Dallas 2200 N. Lamar St. 9:30pm-2am. For the Love of Neo Soul Open Mic at Athletic Zone 423 Singleton Blvd. 9pm. instaseats.com. Hector Cantu’: An Afternoon with Bald and Friends at Bishop Arts Theatre Center 215 Tyler St. Dallas. 3pm. Psi Chapter of Lota Phi Lambda Sorority, Inc. Presents: Adult Women and Youth Leadership Conference at Hamilton Park United Methodist Church 11881 Schroeder Rd. 9am. 2019 Founders’ Day Celebration Host: AKA Omicron Mu Omega Chap. Speaker: Dr. Ruth J. Simmons at Hyatt Regency 300 Reunion Blvd. 11am.

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Cosby Trial, continued from page 5 is now facing me and facing the living room,” Cosby said. “I walk her out. She does not look angry. She does not say to me, don’t ever do that again. She doesn’t walk out with an attitude of a huff … And, she went out the door and went to the car. I said to Andrea, call me when you get home.” Contrary to what’s been reported and what Constand testified at trial, she never went to sleep and was never unconscious. Further, Cosby discussed the various times he and Constand, without the use of a Benadryl tablet, had engaged in kissing and petting.In describing the relationship, Cosby told Constand’s attorney how her client wanted “to do something about her – I say behind – but she says, butt. She wanted to tighten up her butt and have a great butt… we were able to talk about exercises and things like that.” When asked whether he thought Constand had “grandfatherly feelings” toward him, Cosby said no. When Troiani asked why not, Cosby responded: “She didn’t ask for a quarter or to sit on my lap. I have no idea what you’re talking about. You don’t grab your grandfather’s penis and massage it.” Bob Law of the National Black Leadership Alliance appealed to African Americans not to be hood-winked by Cosby’s conviction. “Before you rush to judgment on Bill Cosby be aware of the American Standard of Justice that is rooted in white supremacy and white privilege. The news accounts that he confessed were fake. Actually, according to

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