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Omicron Mu Omega’s Legacy of Service Foundation continues tradition with 2016 Image Award recipient
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Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority leads by example For decades the Legacy of Service Foundation in partnership with Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, Omicron Mu Omega Chapter has recognized stellar individuals who have made significant contributions in the community. The 2016 Image Award Honoree is Stephen L. Hayes, Professor of Music, Lecturer and Director of Choral Music at Wiley College. He will be the honored guest at the 28th Image Award Celebration on April 2, 2016 at the Hilton Anatole in Dallas, Texas. Mr. Hayes joins an impressive list that includes the Rev. Zan Wesley Holmes Jr. and Rev. Dr. Frederick D. Haynes III, former journalist Ramona Logan and last year’s honoree, Paul Quinn College President Michael Sorrell. The mission of the Legacy of Service Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, is to promote education, youth development, health, community service and the arts. The Legacy of Service Foundation has gifted more than $345,000.00 in scholarships and over 1.5 million hours of community service since its inception. The effect of the foundation’s contributions has had a positive impact in the Dallas/ Fort Worth Metroplex. The Image Award Celebration while honoring outstanding citizens also serves as the foundation’s major fundraiser. This year’s theme is Pink Jazz - Providing Inspiration – Nurturing Knowledge. Mr. Hayes is a two-time winner at the American Negro Spiritual Festival; has taken 4 choirs to perform at the White House for three United States Presidents; has received numerous awards in the field of music from Philander Smith College (AR), Tuskegee University (AL), LeMoyne-Owen College (TN) and Wiley College (TX); Carver High School Hall of Fame Inductee (Memphis, TN); served as a special conductor for the Longview Symphony Orchestra; performed with many international artists, including Take 6, Sounds of Blackness, and many other classic soul artists. Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. celebrated its centennial in 2008. The International Grand Basileus is Dorothy Buckhanan Wilson. See more on pages 8-9
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Citizens, retired police officers urge support for Dallas Police Chief
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Frustration and Following the Chief’s announcement that officers disappointment were a few would have their schedules changed to better tackle the of the sentiments expressed spike in violent crimes, especially during evening and as community organizers, late night hours. former elected officials and Those are usually the hours that police officers get to current and retired police work second and third jobs, increasing their annual officers pledged support for salary significantly. “We don’t have to be afraid to call Dallas Police Chief David it what it is, “ said former association president and Brown, despite calls for his retired DPD officer, Calvin Howard. “They can’t work firing from police and union their part time jobs.” groups. Saying it was “totally wrong” for Chief Brown to be “We must asked to step down, another former s t o p Chief David Brown association president and retired bullying Dallas Police Department officer said, he and other former this man,” presidents support Chief Brown 110 s a i d percent. former Dallas City councilwoman “We all have 25-40 years of service Carolyn Davis. “He has the right to on the department and we all served do what he thinks is right to protect as president of the Black Police the city and his officers.” Association. We know what’s going No other police chief has been on and it’s wrong. They need to sit attacked like Chief Brown, she down with the chief.” continued, adding that if protests are Although he had announced that 600 held against media outlets that have officers would be reassigned to been biased in their coverage of the different shifts, after receiving word chief, she would also be taking “it to that Texas Governor Greg Abbott the streets.” has asked the Texas Department of Joined by another former council Safety to offer assistance, Chief member, Tennell Atkins, she called Brown issued a statement saying that Chief Brown an awesome chief. with outside help and volunteers Mr. Atkins concurred, “The man is within the department, changes doing his job. Crime is up. All men won’t be as drastic. need to be on deck.” Sgt. Judge says that communication At the news conference, which was Thomas Muhammad and Tennell Atkins is key and that much of the outcry is called by Thomas Muhammad of the In background retired officers James Allen a r e s u l t o f h o w n e w s w a s and Preston Gilstrap National Black United Front, at least communicated to the rank and file. four of the former presidents of the “In any corporation, the CEO or l o c a l b l a c k p o l i c e o f f i c e r ’s management can redirect assets and association and two chairs of the national group resources, he said. “That is what Chief Brown is doing. expressed their support of Chief Brown. He has a responsibility to make sure city is safe.” The consensus, of many of the retired officers and the Aaron Michaels, founder of the New Black Panther immediate past president of the Dallas Chapter of Black Party asked for Chief Brown to be given a chance. Police Association, Cletus Judge, was that money is the “Let’s try to work with this police chief!” main reason officers are upset with proposed changes . - Cheryl Smith I Messenger 320 South R.L. Thornton Freeway, Suite 220, Dallas, TX 75203 | 214-941-0110 | www.myimessenger.com
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Rep. Giddings and #WomensHistoryMonth Texas State Representative Helen Giddings continues her salute to women, during Women’s History Month: Inspiring mother of nine, Ruby Mae Turner. At age 30, Mrs. Turner would marry E d d i e Tu r n e r, becoming the proud parents of nine treasured children, including Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner. They shared a very fulfilling marriage until Mr. Turner’s untimely passing in 1986, leaving Mrs. Turner as the “Captain of the Ship.” Mrs. Turner worked for many years in housekeeping at the Rice Hotel in downtown Houston. Although she never learned to drive, she always found a way to get her sons and daughters where they needed to go. She dedicated herself to her children and meeting all of their needs. She was also a devout Christian, worshiping at Magnolia Missionary Baptist Church, New Bethel Missionary Baptist Church, and ultimately Mt. Ararat Missionary Baptist Church. Eventually, her health began to decline and her memory began to fade. Despite this, she still liked to join in singing her favorite song, “This Little Light of Mine,” and her children ensured she could remain in her home, which was ever her refuge and the gathering place for her cherished family. Mrs. Turner’s fierce independence and deep devotion to her family and faith continues to hold a special place in the hearts of those who knew her. She reminds us that not all heroic women are on the front pages of newspapers or attending high priced g alas and fundraisers. Ruby Mae Turner was a hero because of her selflessness and deep devotion to her family under extremely difficult circumstances.
Ruby Mae Turner shared many of the same values with my mother, Catherine Ferguson. Interestingly, Mrs. Turner was born August 12, 1924 and my mother was born exactly one year earlier: August 12, 1923. She did not allow the loss of her husband to give her nine children any less than the lives they deserved. She sacrificed on their behalf, just like so many mothers in America and across the world. It’s important that women’s history month does not fail to recognize and applaud all of the heroes who may not be in history books, but live on in the hearts of their children and the communities they served. There is no question that Ruby Mae Turner was one of those heroes. Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson Born in Waco, Texas, she traveled to Indiana to attend college when there were no educational opportunities for her as a black woman in Texas. She would go on to earn a diploma in nursing from St. Mary’s College of Notre Dame and later, returned to Texas to receive a BS in nursing from Texas Christian University and a MS in public administration from S o u t h e r n Methodist. For her, an early career in health care led to an historic political c a r e e r. A f t e r being the chief psychiatric nurse at the Dallas Ve t e r a n s Administration Hospital, she was elected to the Texas House of Representatives, the first African American woman ever elected to public office from Dallas. She would then go on to become the second African American woman to serve in the Texas Senate, and the second African American woman to serve in the U.S. Congress.
She’s the ranking member on the Committee on Science and Technology and a critical leader on the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. She has also earned a reputation as a stateswoman dedicated to improving U.S. foreign relations and improving human rights around the globe. her “A World of Women for World Peace” initiative has won national and inter national recognition. In the places where Eddie Bernice Johnson made history, she has always sought to make sure to hold the door for those who followed. I am honored to call her my Congresswoman and my friend. Ann Marie Williams Ms. Williams found her love of the arts in high school. Field trips to the opera, symphony, and ballet provided exposure to dance as a profession, and she began to take private dance lessons at the YWCA in Dallas. After earning her undergraduate degree, she would then become the first woman to receive a Master’s degree in dance from Texas Women’s University. She was then hired to head up the first dance department at Bishop College in Dallas. After funding for dance was cut, she would form the Dallas Black Dance Academy to teach children who no longer had a place to take dance lessons. At the coaxing of staff, she also founded a dance company and the Dallas Black Dance Theater was born. Serving over 95,000 patrons in the North Texas region each year, the Dallas Black Dance Theatre has inspired a new generation of Texans to participate in dance as a means to express their creativity. Through professional dance concert performances, arts-in-education
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beyond: The Trinity Links. Chartered by 21 women on May 14, 1994, Trinity has evolved into a nationally recognized, award-winning chapter of the Links. The group of over 50 incredible African-American professional women is passionate about serving the Dallas, Texas community by providing transformational programs for girls and women. In particular, they have created and developed the “So SMAART” program that works with elementary and middle school girls to encourage them to go into STEM fields. Working alongside over 26 community partners, the So SMAART Program is able to provide meaningful, non-traditional career awareness, education, workshop
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Repertory Theatre and the founder and Artistic Director of the African American Repertory Theatre in DeSoto. Through these endeavors, she has shared her knowledge and expertise to a new generation of African American performers. Irma Hall has led an extraordinary acting career and is now empowering the boys and girls of my district to express themselves through the arts. For that, she is a Texas hero. Female African American judges and elected officials of Dallas County.
Stage and film actress Irma P. Hall Although growing up in the South side of Chicago, Hall was born in Beaumont, Texas. She was introduced to the entertainment industry at the age of seven when her father, a jazz musician, began to take her to clubs and local events. After graduating from high school, Hall attended Briar Cliff College in Sioux City, Iowa where she was selected for her first acting role in a theatrical production of Amahl and the Night Visitors. Hall would go on to teach in Dallas for 24 years, before quitting for medical reasons. After moving back to Chicago, she would eventually be discovered by actor and director Raymond St. Jacques while performing at a poetry reading. This started an enormously successful career on the stage and in film. Her performance in films like A Family Thing, Soul Food, and The Ladykillers have earned her a spot in the Texas Film Hall of Fame. She is also the recipient of an NAACP Image Award and a Chicago Film Critics Award. Perhaps more importantly, she is also the co-founder of the Dallas Minority
These public servants represent more than their critical work for their constituents. They are a clear example of how far Dallas and its surrounding communities have come in sending proper representation to our most important offices. There was an unfortunate time in Dallas history where a photo of this many women, let alone African American women, serving in critical public roles would be unthinkable. Today, Dallas County has more African American female judges than any county in the nation. Having representation in our courtrooms, in Congress, at City Hall, in our local school boards, community college boards, the office of district clerk, and in the Texas Legislature has allowed for once forgotten voices to have a significant seat at the table of decisionmaking. These women have overcome the burden of making history. They are not just in the room. They are making a difference. I am proud of the work they have done in our community and know that I sit among “living history.”
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Stop Worrying; Easier Said Than Done Spiritually Speaking…. By James A. Washington
When life gets to be overwhelming, and it will, it is almost impossible not to worry. And just like the bible there are any number of verses that speak particularly to that circumstance that is keeping you up at night. Well I’m at that point now and couldn’t think of anything better than something I wrote some time ago. One of the hardest things for me to accept is the fact that worry is not supposed to have any place in God’s kingdom of believers. People have tried to tell me that not only is worry unchristian, but on some levels, it’s actually a sin. Even though I know better at times, I still cannot help but worry about things which I literally have no control over. Whether it’s family, or friends, or health or finances, my tendency is to worry, as if worrying alone will somehow change the circumstances or perhaps improve the situation. Because this is a learning process, I’m doing my best to be a good student. Scripture tells all of us
“Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to his life?”Matthew 6:27. For me this can be tough. As a wannabe good student, I have to first internalize that the answer to worry has already been shown to me. I need to focus on this because life constantly gives you pop quizzes to test your belief in this truth. Rather than worry, we should rely on the truth of Jesus Christ. That simple truth is these issues, my issues, your issues have already been dealt with via Christ’s sacrifice on the cross. As such I should be free not to fret. “But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness and all things will be given you as well.” Matthew 6:33. Now the next line, I believe says it all. “Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.” Again as a student, I can relate to the problem and intellectually understand the answer. But while this is understood on that level, life’s pop quizzes still cause me undue and unnecessary anxiety. Our text teaches us to accept through faith that worry is useless. Our teacher lets us know He is the answer and I understand that. I
sometimes forget to I take Him with me at test time. But through study I can recall the right answers when life wants to throw those inevitable quizzes. “Do not be anxious about anything. But by everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.” Philippians 4:6. If I can just remember to do this and then let go, I’ll know that I know that I know. It will become habit forming and that’s a habit we should all try and develop. You see I know I’m a hands on kind of student. Don’t tell me show me. By virtue of this biblical demonstration, reinforced by repetition, I think I’m getting it. Quit trying to figure my way out of things on my own. That is life’s recipe for failure. Let God factor into all of my decision making and follow what is then revealed. I call this ‘sanctified decision making.’ Sounds like a bit much but it works for me. In short, what I’m saying is stop, think and pray. Hand it over and let it go. May God bless and keep you always.
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Reel-ality TV Talk By Marquesa LaDawn, George Curry Media Columnist
5 Top Reasons Drama in the Real housewives World is Getting Crazier? 1- It’s Reunion time for the Real Housewives of Atlanta and the truth on several levels finally comes out! Truth Fact #1 - Why can’t Phaedra seem to get along with Kandi? Phaedra is mad and irked that her husband (soon to be ex) being locked up for eight years. She needs someone to be equally angry. She’s miserable watching the happy Kandi, that includes, a happy marriage (finally), new baby, peace on the mom front (Mama Joyce is acting right these days); on top of that Kandi is looking fierce.You’ve heard the phrase, “Hurt People Hurt”and this seems to apply to the people closest to them. Of course Phaedra is too proud to ever admit it but she knows this situation will get easier but it will take a lot of healing. In the meantime, she needs to get her aggression out and Porsha is her BFF these days, Cynthia is having her own troubles, and Phaedra already gloated over that at the beginning of the season. That leaves Kenya, from experience she knows not to go after Kenya without expecting a war. Newbie Kim, is just too nice and that would make Phaedra look bad. So that leaves, Kandi a plus in Phaedra’s mind; she deserves it since her husband is friends with Todd. So, its reunion time and Phaedra is sharing her “why” for spreading major Todd and Kandi hate. As always, Kandi responds speaking emotionally with little jabs but you can tell she’s holding back. According to her blog, she does not want to blow Phaedra out of the water by sharing the real deal. So frustrating to viewers! If you’re going to be on a reality show, speak the truth because it will come out eventually.
2- Kim is finally becoming a Real Housewife, but is it too late? Truth Fact #2 - Kim never felt comfortable being on the housewives stage but is smart enough to know that it makes her relevant. We saw the Hollywood legend with a non-Hollywood life; this is surprising considering how elaborate you can live in Atlanta in comparison with N.Y. and L.A. Anyway, she was very simple and pretty much took care of her children all day. During major Atlanta trips the other housewives bought along nannies and family members to care for their kids but Kim, did it herself. On one hand you couldn’t help but admire her hands on commitment. As a viewer, it was annoying, we wanted to see the Kim the total person and not just the mom. That being said, Kim defined classy and handled Kenya like no other. Kenya’s goal is to upset you so much that you lose yourself and become a fighting fool. Kim never took the bait. When she came close, she just left the room. Eventually, Kenya just looked like a bully. This back and forth only continued at the reunion! It got to the point where Kim, told Kenya to shut up and stop talking over people. Even the famous host, Andy Cohen, lost patience with Kenya. It was interesting to watch. The question is: Will Kim’s classy manner and nonconfrontational style allow her to stay in the RHOA world? According to the gossip sites, she’s leaving. Some say it was her choice, some say she was fired. I just think she’s smart. She got what she needed to again become relevant and open up new opportunities - in record time. Heck, I watched her on “Dancing with the Stars” and she was in her glory. She loves being around normal people. She can also celebrate the fact, she was cast on the show after appearing on RHOA for a season; for
others, it takes years! You go girl. PS: I think Kim’s presence woke up the sleeping giant Nene, and made her realize, that if she wants to remain the queen bee of RHOA, she’d better bring it! Looks like she plans too, according to reports, she’s getting the biggest paycheck in housewives history for the upcoming seasons! 3- Porsha gets the heat, no matter what! Truth Fact #3 - She will never be a stepford wife again. Her first season was all about pleasing her man and showing the world how happy she was as a married lady. She was hoping to get pregnant and become famous! Little did she know, she had an entirely different future. The marriage blew to pieces, and so did her dream of being a mother right now. She did try to replace him and that blew up in her face within a few months. All of this drama in her life is clearly impacting her.She seems to get in a lot of physical fights post divorce. Any one would be angry with this reality, I just hope she finds another way to express it. She’s finally carved out a nice place for herself on RHOA and getting too physical could end that according to the blogs. I was surprised to see her a bit dressed conservatively on the reunion. Her hair was simple, I hope she’s ok, because we’ve come to know and love, the wild and out there Porsha! 4- There’s drama over in Beverly Hills, too! Lisa Rinna is on fire, I like how real she’s become. I’ll admit at times, too real. She seems to share every single thought that’s in her head - she needs an edit button. She seems to lack empathy for Yolanda Foster and her illness.I will say this, Yolanda is not being authentic during this season, because she’s trying to hide the tension in her marriage - not all of it is about illness. I have to say Rinna called it! I heard Yolanda is still very sensitive during the reunion and cannot talk about the demise. On a lighter note, I love the Dubai trip, I now want
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Ain’t got time for this Dear Alma,
don’t deliver hurt and pain; friends show up with tissue and support.
Ok, I was with a police officer for 10 years. He did some awful things in our relationship. Meaning he cheated on me. A lot of it was through the Internet or through the phone. Meaning he was sexting many other women. Which he considered not cheating. We were living together and I was battling lupus.
Nobody wants to admit it, but it’s hard to love yourself more than the one you love when they instantly break your heart. Love’s not like a cell phone, you can’t turn it on and off ~ or put it on silent when it’s convenient for the situation.
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Sounds like you still have feelings for him and if you can’t have him as a lover, you’ll consider allowing him to be your friend. Don’t! You can forgive him, but don’t forget.
He said it was because I was sick via George Curry Media often and didn’t like to do the things I used to do. Long story short, I found a side phone with over 30 different women in the My “Ask Alma” super girl powers tell me that phone. you’re beautiful, smart and worthy of someone who will give you his best. You’ve spent enough I was devastated! Here I am battling lupus and he time allowing Robocop to block c a n ’t b e l o y a l . I w a s your blessings. heartbroken, so I kicked him out and our relationship over.
I was devastated! Here I am battling lupus and he can’t be loyal. I was heartbroken, so I kicked him out and our relationship over.
He has tried to be my friend ever since, but I’m so angry that he hurt me. He’s apologized and begged me to forgive him. He wants to be friends and be a part of my life. What’s your take on this?
Unpack your big girl bloomers and let him bounce! Surround yourself with friends and family who love and support you – everybody else has got to go. You’re living with lupus, God bless you! You ain’t got time for no foolishness.
Name withheld
Lupus didn’t give you a choice, but you can chose to have devoted, faithful, compassionate friends and relationships that’ll bring you joy.
Dear NW I’d have to say I’m glad this relationship is over and no, you don’t need him as a friend. Friends
Alma
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Soul Rep Theatre Company Presents Suzan-Lori Parks’ Pulitzer Prize Winning Drama, TOPDOG/UNDERDOG
- Soul Rep Theatre Company will resume its 9th Season with the 2002 Pulitzer Prize winning drama, TOPDOG/ UNDERDOG by Suzan-Lori Parks. The play tells the complex, compelling and often cringe-worthy story of two brothers, Lincoln and Booth, and their struggle for power and with family history. The production will run for two weekends - April 8th thru 10th and April 15th thru 17th - at the South Dallas Cultural Center, located at 3400 S. Fitzhugh, adjacent to Fair Park. Veteran director Ed Smith will direct this riveting play that stars local actors Djore Nance and Brentom Jackson as the tragic brothers, “Lincoln” and “Booth.” “I’m so excited that Soul Rep is producing this poignant play,” says Smith. “I love the rhythm of the piece and its dark humor. Parks’ brilliance really shines in this story about siblings dealing with loss.” Set in the cramped room of a boarding house, TOPDOG/ UNDERDOG, explores the complicated dynamics surrounding the brothers as they struggle to make a new life.
Lincoln, the elder brother, has abandoned a life of conning as a master of the game Three-Card Monte, to taking a job impersonating Abraham Lincoln at an arcade. Booth, who recently split from his wife, continues to earn his living as a petty thief and wishes to emulate his brother’s old ways by learning how to “throw the cards.” Playwright Suzan-Lori Parks’ roots are in Texas. “It’s only fitting that Soul Rep produce this powerful piece by one of our own,” explains Guinea Bennett-Price, the company’s Artistic Director. “We were honored to produce the critically acclaimed regional premiere of Parks’ IN THE BLOOD in 2001. She is one of our favorite playwrights. Her work is challenging and always profound.” Soul Rep Theatre Company exists to provide quality transformative Black Theater that enlightens the imagination, the spirit, and the soul. TOPDOG/ UNDERDOG will run Fridays at 8 PM, Saturdays at 3 PM and 8 PM, and Sundays at 3 PM. Tickets are $20. A preview performance will take place on Thursday, April 7th.
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Dallas-Fort Worth Association of Black Journalists URBAN JOURNALISM WORKSHOP APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED
The Dallas-Fort Worth Association of Black Journalists (formerly the DallasF o r t Wo r t h A s s o c i a t i o n o f B l a c k Communicators) will present its annual Urban Journalism Workshop for high school and college students in 2016. This 12-week workshop is open to students in Dallas, Tarrant, Ellis, Collin and Denton counties. Students receive hands-on experience working with seasoned professionals who have gained a reputation l o c a l l y a n d n a t i o n a l l y, a s w e l l a s internationally. The program, which emulates one started by George Curry, Gerald Boyd and other members of the Greater St. Louis Association of Black Journalists in St. Louis, has graduated students who have gone on to anchor newscasts, edit newspapers, open public relations firms and produce radio shows. Mr. Curry visits the Dallas workshop students annually to conduct his “basic training.” Mr. Boyd died of lung cancer in 2006. “We’re excited about continuing the tradition that was started almost 30 years ago,” said Eva Coleman, one of the instructors for the program. “I am looking forward to working with students this year.” Ms. Coleman, who teaches radio and television in Frisco ISD will be overseeing the radio and television segments of the
workshop, pulling together experts in the field. Previous speakers have included: Dallas County Commissioner John Wiley Price, former Dallas Mayor Ron Kirk, Senator Royce West, Star-Telegram editor and columnist Bob Ray Sanders, Dallas Morning News columnist Norma Adams Wade, Our Texas Publisher General Berry, PR gurus Lyria Howland and Rose Gafford, Pulitzer Prize-winning photographer Irwin Thompson, K104’s Sam Putney, 97.9’s Gary with the T, Dallas Examiner Publisher Mollie Belt, Producer Haile Gerima and Dallas Weekly Publisher James A. Washington. Ms. Smith, who has been with the program since its inception, took over the directorship in the mid 90s and continued through 2004. Ms. Smith returned to the program as director in 2007. At the conclusion of the workshop, the students will participate in a closing ceremony where they will present a newspaper, television and radio broad-casts, a website and a special project. For more information about the workshop, contact Ms. Smith at 214-941-0110. Mail completed applications to: DFWABJ 320 South R.L. Thornton Frwy #220A Dallas, TX 75203
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State Fair of Texas announces 2016 Theme
The countdown to fun has officially begun – only 200 days until the State Fair of Texas® begins its annual 24-day run. With agriculture, education and community involvement at the heart of every decision, the State Fair passionately pursues opportunities to expand and build upon its mission. This year the State Fair of Texas celebrates 130 years of history with the city of Dallas and the great Lone Star State. Originally established as a livestock exposition back in 1886, it is without question that the Fair has deep roots in agriculture. In honor of its history, the Fair constantly strives to promote agricultural education and aims to further support this initiative through its
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2016 event, themed “Celebrating Texas Agriculture.” This year’s exposition will run Friday, September 30 through Sunday, October 23 at historic Fair Park in Dallas. A combination of entertainment, art, agriculture, history and cuisine, the Fair provides guests with a unique way to experience every aspect of Texas culture, all in one place. “Every year we host millions of visitors, with the ultimate goal of bringing people together for a quality event that is unique to our great state,” says Mitchell Glieber, State Fair of Texas president. “Although agriculture plays a key role in our daily lives, it is not something we often stop and think about – especially those of us living in urban areas like Dallas,” explains Glieber. “With fairgoers coming from both urban and rural backgrounds, we strive to promote agriculture to all visitors through our educational opportunities that are as enjoyable as they are informative.” Acknowledging the significance of farming and ranching in Texas’ past, present and future, the Fair continues to promote agricultural growth through its large number of learning initiatives. From its interactive exhibits explaining how Texas agriculture touches our everyday lives and how food gets from farm to table, to the variety of competitive livestock events and leadership contests for youth throughout the state, the Fair encourages all visitors to learn more about agriculture. The 2016 theme serves to recognize agriculture and its relevance to both the Fair and the state of Texas as a whole. “Celebrating Texas Agriculture” focuses on educating guests about all the ways agriculture impacts the community, as well as our day-to-day routines. Mark your calendars for the 2016 State Fair of Texas and learn more about the importance of being an advocate for agriculture. The Fair invites you to join the fun and celebrate Texas agriculture by attending this year’s event, opening Friday, September 30 for another round of Texas-sized fun.
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BENJAMIN WISE, JR. IN MEMORIAM 1985-2016
Benjamin Wise Jr. (BJ) was on October 2,1985. He was on loan from God to his parents Benjamin Wise Sr. an Demetria Bivens. BJ was born and raised in Dallas Texas with his brother Joshua Wise. BJ accepted Christ at a young age at the Church of Christ in Hutchins. He graduated from Wilmer Hutchins High School Class of 2004 as an honor student and had a passion for sports, especially football and track where he won State Championship and he attended Navarro College. BJ loved the Arts. He was very creative especially as a Tattoo Artist and was recently working on his documentary and a music producer. He was a man of many talents and pastimes He enjoyed cooking, fishing, drawing, golf, and bowling and community service in his neighborhood. He is preceded in death by his grandmothers- Deloris Wise and Jeana Merle Barker, and grandfathers---Martin Wise and Rojean Hart. Those left to mourn his passing, cherish fond memories and celebrate his life including his loving children Jekierah Wise (Kristi Hudspeth), Jaidyn Wise and Benjamin Wise III, (Shannon Harrington), Jazzlin Wise (date of birth 07/12/16---Sierra Dade). Also treasuring precious memories of Benjamin are his father Benjamin Wise Sr., mother Demetria Bivens (Christopher Bivens Sr.) and his brothers Joshua Wise and Rasheed Wise (Pam Wise), his sisters Shereakia Wise and Shequita Williams Dickerson (Jarvis Dickerson), Stepbrothers: Christopher Bivens II., Micheal McMillan, Raymond McMillan and Stepsisters: Marquita Merritt ( Demonte Merritt), and Amber McMillan. Nephews: Jaxon Wise, Dylan Wells, Donovan Bivens, Jaylin Vela Dickerson, Jarvis Dickerson Jr., Bryson Dickerson and Jevan Dickerson, Nieces: Kelsi Wise, Jada Wise and Rayla Wise. He also leaves behind a terrific cousin Daledra (Cluck) Barker and his special Aunt (Nan) Gina Barker; Vanessa Bryant, uncles; Billy Wise (Helen Wise) Martin Martinez Wise, Johnell Wise, Horace Barker, Morris Barker, Rodney Barker Jefferson, Bertrand Barker, Byron and Bryn Barker. Additionally, Benjamin leaves a blessed family of relatives and friends who will miss him dearly. Benjamin is at home resting peacefully with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
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I MESSENGER April 1 The City of Dallas In Collaboration with The World Affairs Council Cordially invites you to celebrate as His Excellency Bockari Kortu Stevens Ambassador of Sierra Leone to the United States Inaugurates The Honorable Patrick Jackson As the new Honorary Consul of Sierra Leone serving Texas And presents the flag of Sierra Leone to the City 3:00 - 5:00 P.M. Dallas City Hall, Flag Room (6th Floor) 1500 Marilla Street Dallas, TX 75201 Following the flag dedication, Ambassador Stevens will speak about “Business Opportunities in Sierra Leone” R.S.V.P. to the Office of International Business by Metered parking on the south side of City Hall.
April 1-3 MARSHALL, TX HEALTHFEST APRIL 1-3, 2016 Come to historic downtown Marshall, Texas and be inspired by world-renowned speakers, champion athletes, and top chefs. Meet best selling authors and have a book signed on your way to a vegan wine tasting. Some of the world’s most influential and sought after speakers on healthy lifestyles will be appearing in Marshall to take part in a weekend like no other. Learn how to lose weight, increase your energy, prevent cancer, reverse heart disease, get fit and conquer type 2 diabetes. Cost of the weekend event starts at $350. Among the 20+ speakers are authors Tracye McQuirter and Ayinde Howell. For more info, go to healthfest.com.
April 2 DISD Job Fair Jesse Owens Memorial Complex 9191 South Polk
28th Image Awards Celebration at the Anatole at 7:00 p.m. This year’s theme is
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Pink Jazz - Providing Inspiration – Nurturing Knowledge. Our 28th Image Award Honoree is Steven L. Hayes, Professor of Music, Lecturer and Director of Choral Music at Wiley College. Janice Provost and Chad Houser, both El Centro alumni Hall of Fame members and honorees of the 2016 Bits and Bites annual celebration at El Centro College on April 10 from 4-7 p.m. Tickets are $55 and can be purchased in advance online at http://www.elcentrocollege.edu/programs/bitsbites-2016 or at the cashier’s office on the second floor of the A Building at 801 Main St. in Dallas. Purchase tickets by mail with checks made payable to "DCCCD Foundation" and send them to: El Centro College, Cindy Bozzelli-Duke, Business and Public Services, 801 Main St., Dallas TX 75202.
Iota Phi Lambda Sorority, Inc Psi Chapter Annual Business Month Celebration Honoring African American Business Owners Women Entrepreneurs Community Leaders & Hall of Fame Inductee 11:00 A.M. Doubletree by Hilton – Market Center, 2015 Market Center Blvd. Dallas, TX 75207 "Putting on the Ritz" affair celebrating 20 Roaring Years for the North Dallas Suburban Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.! There’s a 20's costume contest, Thom Brownlee, Jr. Jazz Ensemble and featuring DJ Brian Davis. HERB ALPERT & LANI HALL 8 p.m. Majestic Theatre The nonprofit AT&T Performing Arts Center and AEG Live announced Herb Alpert and Lani Hall will perform at the Majestic Theatre Ticket prices for Herb Alpert & Lani Hall range from $76.75 to $36.75 and can be purchased, online at www.attpac.org, by phone at 214-880-0202 or in person
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at the AT&T Performing Arts Center Information Center at 2353 Flora Street Be the Vote! - Saturday, April 2, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. The Martin Luther King Community Center is having a voter registration drive on Saturday, April 2 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. to encourage the community to Be the Vote! Special partners include 97.9 the Beat radio station and former Dallas City Council member Diane Ragsdale. This event is free and open to the public. For more information please visit www.mlkcelebrationdallas.org or www.thebeatdfw.com.
April 3 DALLAS COUNTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY SUSAN HAWK TO HOLD FIRST BILINGUAL TOWN HALL MEETING AT ST. PIUS X CATHOLIC CHURCH Dallas, Texas - Dallas County District Attorney Susan Hawk will hold her first bilingual town hall meeting at 2:00pm. “When it comes to formulating fair, balanced, effective solutions for the challenges we face in the criminal justice system, we have to bring everyone to the table, and language will not be a barrier.” Judge Hawk said. “These town hall meetings are about providing resources and information to the public. These town hall meetings are also about building relationships and trust. More importantly, however, these town hall meetings are about giving our community a voice; and it is extremely important for our office to be successful in providing all members of the Dallas County community with an opportunity to be heard.” Hawk continued. This event will include an office update and also seek input from the general and Latino communities on how the office can better collaborate with all Dallas County residents to accomplish its mission of bringing justice to those who seek it. This town hall meeting will also offer information regarding community resources from agencies and organizations that the District Attorney’s Office partners with in its efforts to keep Dallas County safe. All information presented at this town hall meeting will be translated from English to Spanish. This event will be open to the public:
April 4 The 3rd Annual Remembrance Service - Monday, April 4, 2016 at 5:00 p.m.
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April 6 Ceremonial Planting Wednesday, April 6th at 4:30 pm WE over Me Farm
April 11 BB&T Cultivating Success: Financial Literacy Workshop Session Four When: Monday, April 11, Noon-1:00pm Where: Oak Cliff Chamber of Commerce (1001 N. Bishop Ave. Dallas, TX 75208) Cost: FREE to Chamber & Non-Chamber Members; RSVP is required to participate.
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April 14-17 The Dallas Art Fair is pleased to announce that the eighth edition of the fair will take place from April 14 through April 17 at the Fashion Industry Gallery (F.I.G.). 53rd Annual V. Alyce Foster Trailblazer Awards Luncheon Theme: Lifting Others As We Climb" 12:00 Noon Hilton-Anatole Hotel, 2201 N. Stemmons Freeway, Dallas, TX 75207 Imperial Ballroom Ticket Price: $60.00 per Person
more than 300 budding singers from Dallas Independent School District's W.H. Atwell Law Academy, Fred F. Florence, John B. Hood, Zan Holmes, Irma L. Rangel Young Women's Leadership Academy, Charles Rice Elementary and LIFE SCHOOL OAK CLIFF, and area middle schools unite their voices as one rose performing classical, pop, Broadway, spirituals and gospel in this spring concert. Special Lobby music by Rangel Hand Bell Choir. Coordinated by Stevon Harris.
April 12 Coffee & Commerce Morning Networker and Breakfast When: Tuesday, April 12, 8:00-9:00am Where: Oak Cliff Chamber of Commerce (1001 N. Bishop Ave., Dallas, TX 75208) Cost: FREE to Chamber & Non-Chamber Members.
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Golden Oaks Scholarships & Educator of the Year Awards CeremonyThursday April 14, 2016 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM CDT Dallas City Hall, Flag Room 1500 Marilla St. Dallas, TX 75201
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April 22 Maulana Dotch Golf Classic presented by Bishop Arts CrossFit. It will be held Friday, April 22, 2016 at Cedar Crest Golf Course, 1800 Southerland Avenue, Dallas, Texas. 75203. The tournament begins at 8:30 a.m. with a shotgun start. The event includes breakfast, lunch, golf awards, and prizes. Last year the classic was for women only, but this year everyone is welcome to play - women, men, and juniors.
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2016 Maura Women Helping Women and Young Leader Awards. It is such a privilege to recognize these leaders who have made an impact on the lives of women and girls in North Texas. The award recipients will be honored on April 21 at the Leadership Forum & Awards Dinner, presented by AT&T, and co-chaired by Margaret Jordan and Debbie Taylor.
Garland Heritage Celebration 2016: Bankhead Highway Saturday, April 23, 2016 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Heritage Crossing, Downtown Garland **** Dallas Black Marriage Day Celebration on April 23rd at 5pm at the Omni Hotel in downtown Dallas
April 26 The real Warrior hit maker Turbulence Live in Concert | Saturday April 23rd at aldeez sports Bar & Grill 7879 Spring Valley rd. Dallas TX 75254 The Dallas Children’s Advocacy Center (DCAC) will celebrate the 9th annual Appetite for Advocacy Luncheon featuring keynote speaker Brené Brown on Tuesday, April 26, 2016 at 12 p.m. at the Sheraton Dallas Hotel, 400 N.
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