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Support Annya for Miss Jabberwock Let me tell you about Annya Smith! Many of you know her from hearing her voice on KKDA-AM, seeing her out at functions over the years or if I happened to write or speak about something she did to make me shake my head! She was only 2 1/2 years old when the song “Flashlight” came on the car radio and she held up her hand to stop everyone from talking and said, “Hey, I think that’s my song!” Weeks later I stood looking at her as she sat drenched from head to toe in baby oil. I recall the late Mrs. Coleman calling in to KKDA and saying something about Annya and sitting in the studio, three-year-old Annya yells, “Who Me?” Prior to her death Mrs. Coleman would become so tickled every time she mentioned that Cheryl Smith episode. It seemed like every year around the same time we would have the National Association of Black Journalists Regional Conference and journalist George Curry would find himself digging deep to come up with birthday cash for Annya. Or there were the times she would manage to get the brothers from Muhammad’s Mosque to give her the money that she would in turn pass back to YOU AND A GUEST ARE INVITED TO A them for a slice of bean pie. SPECIAL ADVANCE SCREENING OF Her brother and sister got yelled at on more than one occasion because I just knew that Annya was too short to reach the items that were always missing from the kitchen pantry or the top shelf of the refrigerator. It appears I was wrong! And you should have seen the look on my face the evening I left a pan of brownies cooling to take to my class the next day only to come back into the kitchen and see where a spatula had been used to scoop out almost half the pan! It was Annya at work. There are so many stories to tell about Annya’s shenanigans over the years. Some people call her my twin. I tease her about her thick eyebrows that look just like Mr. Big, or Ron Isley for you old schoolers! TUESDAY, MARCH 12 - 7:00PM Well, guess what? On March 12, 2013, Annya turns 18! AMC NORTHPARK 8687 NORTH CENTRAL EXPRESSWAY, DALLAS, TX 75225 I’m still trying to wrap my brain around the thought, along with the idea that Please RSVP to MindlessBehaviorDallas@gmail.com soon she will be donning a gown in the Dallas Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.’s annual Jabberwock Pageant. Could this be the young lady who after an NABJ trip was out in front of the house with Royle King Jr., and a number of other male students, playing football? As long as I can remember Annya has been telling folks that she wants to go to Florida A&M University. By participating in the Jabberwock Pageant, she has an opportunity to win a scholarship to assist with tuition, and other college costs. Come out at 6p.m. on March 12 and meet Annya and say Happy Birthday to OPENS IN THEATERS MARCH 15 her, make a donation or buy an ad in support of her quest to become Miss Jabberwock at 6p.m. and stay for the movie, “Mindless Behavior All Around the World,” featuring the group, Mindless Behavior. We’ll be at the AMC Northpark, 8687 North Central Expressway. Now you FRIDAY, MARCH 1 must RSVP to MindlessBehaviorDallas@gmail.com for you and a guest, in order to ensure that you can get in to the movie at 3.125x6 LH 7p.m. Annya is a senior at Duncanville High School and she can be shy at times and a bit of a tomboy, BUT, I saw her get excited about the prospect of participating in the pageant. The excitement is contagious. Join the A Team by donating whatever dollar amount you choose, or you can purchase: Full page ad $200 1/2 page $150 1/4 page $100 Business Card $50 Tickets for the pageant must be purchased prior to the event. Subscriptions are $35 if purchased before April 6 or $45 between April 7 and April 23. The Dinner and Pageant will be on Sunday April 28, at 6p.m. at the DoubleTree Hotel, 8250 North Central Expressway in Dallas. Thanks for your consideration! Please know that any donation will be greatly appreciated and you will be listed on Annya’s pages, no matter how small or large your donation. Cashiers Checks should be made payable to "Dodd Education and Support" with all funds due before the end of the month. If you are purchasing an ad, please submit camera-ready ads in the form of PDFs or JPEGs to me as soon as possible at cheryl@cherylsmithonline.com, log on to www.annyasmith.com or bring it on March 12. Don’t forget to RSVP for the movie at mindlessbehaviordallas@gmail.com. Every child deserves a chance to be successful. I would like your help for Annya but if you can’t, I hope you have an Annya in your life to lift as you climb! RATED G Please arrive early. Seating is first come, first seated. No one will be admitted late. The screening may be overbooked and seating is not guaranteed. Theatre and promoter are not responsible for overbooking. We may refuse, revoke or limit admission in our sole discretion at any time. This ticket may be used for admission only by the person to whom we issued it; it is not transferable. It has no cash value. NO RECORDING The screening will be monitored for unauthorized recording. By attending, you agree not to bring any video or audio recording devices (including, without limitation, cameras) into the venue and you consent to a physical search of your belongings and person for recording devices. If you attempt to enter with a recording device, you will be denied admission. If you attempt to use a recording device during this screening, you consent to your immediate removal from the venue and forfeiture of your recording device and its contents. Any attempted unauthorized recording will be reported to law enforcement and may subject you to criminal and civil liability. We reserve the right to pursue any and all available remedies at law and in equity for any unauthorized recording and/or copyright infringement, including without limitation statutory damages of up to $150,000 per violation, and nothing contained in this notice shall be construed to limit our available remedies and/or legal recourse. You assume all risks of personal injury arising from or incidental to attending the screening, whether occurring prior to, during, or after the event. Further, by attending you grant permission to WDSMP, its licensees, licensors, affiliates and agents, to record and utilize your name, voice and likeness to publicize the screening and promote the movie. REMEMBER: NO RECORDING DEVICES OF ANY KIND (INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION CAMERAS, LAPTOPS, IPADS, ETC.) PERMITTED!
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A HIGHWAY TO FREEDOM THE QUEST FOR PEACE As we stand here today, At the crossroads of freedom and equality, The celebration of the emancipation proclamation must not become a novelty. That great march was the start, To engage a nations heart, To pull back the veil of discrimination and oppression And to cease and release the rights of a people, And honor our Declarations intended predilections. And though we have lived to behold A man of color residing in our countries most prestigious house, There is still so much work to do, We must remain vigilant and persistent, Of this there can be no doubt. His coming was the hailing of an inspired notion, That we can be what we choose when motivated by devotion. He exemplifies that we are not separate and often more than equal, His second term in office is a historic sequel. We must strive to bring liberation through education. We must teach our sons and daughters To look beyond their situations. Let us inspire them to nurture and caress their dreams, For then shall we all be able to lift our voices and sing. Like Martin we must live our dreams, Like Malcolm we must do what is necessary, Like Medgar we need to have the courage To not let our voices be buried. Let us unite and work to bring calm To the chaos in our streets, For then and only then Shall we know the majesty Of that elusive jewel known as peace.
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Women's History Month: Psychologist Dr. Trevicia Williams talks basics while women strut for a cause With Texas being #5 in the nation for teen births and Dallas #1 for repeat teen pregnancies, psychologist, Dr. Trevicia Williams, is maximizing success at the Diamonds & Pearls A Celebration of Women's event by empowering professional and entrepreneurial women while inspiring and educating mothers and teen girls on Saturday, March 9, 2013 in Frisco, TX. Frisco and Plano I.S.D. mothers and their teen daughters will kick off spring break 2013 in a fun and educational way this year as psychologist Dr. Trevicia Williams empowers them to have healthier relationships through effective communication. Having Dr. Trevicia Williams, a local psychologist, as a feature in an article about the event and free workshops or guest on your program to talk about mother daughter relationship dynamics and the need for effective communication skills to cultivate healthy mother daughter relationships as a measure of preventing teen pregnancies would be beneficial to local mothers who deal with the challenges associated with parenting everyday. The free workshops that Dr. Williams is facilitating helps mothers and teen daughters develop trust and respect. They also empower and equip mothers and teen daughters during the oftentimes turbulent teen years. "The racing hormones and emotional changes that shape our daughters' adolescence can feel like a roller coaster ride. Sometimes the 'terrible teens' can dim the glow of the most confident moms," says psychologist and author of Pearls in the Pain of Every Experience: Girl Still, Woman Not Quite Dr. Trevicia Williams. Dr. Williams offers her hard earned wisdom for bridging the mother-daughter divide during girls' teen years. A healthy mother daughter relationship also helps to prevent teen pregnancy. According to the National Campaign to Prevent Teen and Unplanned Pregnancies, "Teens say parents most influence their decisions about sex and 87% say it would be much easier for them to postpone sex and avoid teen pregnancy if they were able to have more open, honest conversations about these topics with their parents." On a local level, Dr. Williams is working with Frisco and Plano, I.S.D. as well as other local organizations as part of her mission to create school and community partnerships that positively impact student achievement, prevent teen pregnancies and increase parent involvement. Saturday March 9 and Saturday May 11, 2013, Dr. Williams will facilitate a free substantive healthy relationships workshop from 3 p- 5 p at Conference Centers at Collin County Community Colleges for mothers and teen daughters to connect, build, bond and grow.
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CHERYL’S WORLD Tune in to Cheryl’s World on Blog Talk Radio, or call 646-200-0459 to hear informative, entertaining, enlightening and thought-provoking commentary and news with veteran journalist Cheryl Smith on Sundays at 8a.m. and Business Sense with Katina Potts on Mondays at 6p.m., Something Natural with aromatherapist Deborah Long Chambers on Tuesdays at 6p.m., Love A Natural Me with Yvette and Amy on Wednesdays at 6p.m., Young Generation Talk with Dareia Tolbert, Dr. Buckey and Lady D on Thursdays at 6p.m., and See you at the Movies - with Jamille Bradfield on Fridays at 6p.m.
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It Has Begun! Legendary multi-platinum country artist Collin Raye tells everyone everywhere he goes, “Imaj is country’s next big star!” What makes Imaj such an amazing anomaly is that her mission has always been simply, “Peace & Love” — a movement that has been advocated since The Beatles, Johnny Cash, Janis Joplin and Michael Jackson…then along came Imaj to continue the Peace Movement. What makes this so great is that Team Imaj has begun to expand her mission to not only spread world peace but to spread the awareness of Imaj and make the world a better place. You’ve heard the Breaking News: “IMAJ: Self-Titled Debut Album Set To Release This Summer/Fall!” We can’t
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wait for the release! And now…we’re joining hands nationwide. Join us at “Team Imaj” her official street team! All you have to do is: 1. Click “Join Group” here http://www.facebook.com/groups/ 352164268186566/ 2. And register here: http://imaj.wufoo.com/forms/z7x3x5/ When you’re done please share the group on Facebook and be ready to have some fun!!! For those sharing on Twitter: Please Tweet the following: #TeamImaj: IT HAS BEGUN. http://bit.ly/M4btHz (Please Re-
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Closure of Dawson State Jail
TEACHING AND LEARNING: A LIFELONG PATH TO JUSTICE
By Royce West
Soon, a very important step will take place as it relates to how criminal justice will be administered in the State of Texas. Monday, the Senate Finance Committee followed the recommendations of a Sen. Royce West (TX-23) criminal justice workgroup that proposed the non-renewal of the contract with the Corrections Corporation of America (CCA) that currently has an agreement with the state for the operation of the Dawson State Jail facility. If approved by the Senate, then the full Legislature, the contract will not be renewed when it expires at the end of August, consistent with the state's fiscal year. At its outset, Dawson State Jail, as part of the state jail program created by the Legislature in 1993, was on the vanguard of a criminal justice reform that was designed to divert non-violent offenders from what we know as the state prison system. We were at the end of a period of rapid prison population growth when Texas thought that with tough sentencing, we could incarcerate our way out of a crime problem. Seeing the rising incarceration headcount, private corporations jumped into the prison business. In the 20 years since, times have changed and the state jail program has experienced hard times, some caused by several rounds of budget cuts, the most crippling which took place in 2003. When that happened, substance abuse and other rehabilitative programs that were designed to return shortterm offenders to the community equipped with the tools necessary for success, were stripped from the state jail formula. What we were left with was a place where offenders would serve out sentences that averaged nine months to a year before being released - more than often not - only to be arrested again at rates that are higher than for those who return from state prison. At the same time, since 2005, other programs introduced and funded through local probation departments have proven successful in keeping offenders out of prison. Now with lower prison populations, the need for privately-run jail space has been diminished. PAGE 5
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By Susan Asiyanbi Executive Vice President, Teacher Preparation, Support and Development
(BlackNews.com) -- From the lunch counters in Birmingham to the March on Washington, reflecting on the 50th anniversaries of the Civil Rights Movement this year has made Black History Month especially poignant. As a little girl on the south side of Chicago, I grew up with parents who did not have many material things, but built a home rooted in love and a deep belief in my ability to achieve anything with a great education. I had the rare chance to attend schools that many of my peers could not access and, from a young age, I understood the disparity in the quality of education from school to school and neighborhood to neighborhood. Today, as Teach For Americas executive vice president for teacher preparation, support, and development, I’m grateful for my home and my background, and draw from my experiences each day to inform my approach to how we develop teachers. I recently had the opportunity to collaborate and connect with hundreds of
committed educators, instructional coaches, and experts to share my reflections on the social justice implications of work in education, and the importance of self-knowledge and community partnership as pathways to providing the quality of education that will open our students hearts and minds to their own potential and to future life opportunities. From 36 states, we gathered in Memphis to discuss teaching as an act of leadership in the context of the city’s historical contribution to the fight for civil rights. Grounded in the history and spirit of that city, I challenged the group to embrace our collective responsibility to demonstrate the strength and assets of our students so they are supported and empowered to believe in their potential and chart a path to achieve their aspirations. I am more convinced than ever that teachers who create personal transformational experiences for their students are leaders who reflect on their identity and the implications of it, given the narrative in our country around race, class, and privilege. They understand cultural context and its integration with pedagogy and help their students to see the great pride and beauty in their own heritage. Classroom leadership, boldness, and clarity of vision are central to what it will take to empower our students to reach their deep potential. I am also convinced that our teachers and students cannot walk this journey alone. We need only look to exemplars of
change to understand how change happens. During the Civil Rights Movement, a social, political, and economic shift in this country occurred because of visionary leadership and unprecedented cooperation. Our teachers and kids need leadership and cooperation from all of us -- the parents, volunteers, advocates, allies, and concerned citizens of their communities. Giving of ourselves is part of what will be required to reach that day when opportunity in our communities is equitably and consistently available. Being a part of the solution is not an easy task and does not come without some challenges along the way. So many people before us have sacrificed their lives so we can continue to forge the road ahead; and we too will have our own set of sacrifices to pave the road for those who follow us. When I find myself looking for inspiration and the courage to sacrifice, I look to Dr. King. His words are a compass on the way to equity and justice: "Human progress is neither automatic nor inevitable...Every step toward the goal of justice requires sacrifice, suffering and struggle; the tireless exertions and passionate concern of dedicated individuals." I urge each and every one of us to think about the role we can and must play on the path to justice - our children’s futures hang in the balance. Susan Asiyanbi is the Executive Vice President, Teacher Preparation, Support and Development at Teach For America.
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Every manuntil hasa adesignated right to month his own opinion. Every race has a right Don’t wait to its own to go action; to the doctor-therefore let no man persuade you against your Cancer, hypertension, blood clots, kidney disease and will, let no other race influence you against your own. other ills are not paying attention to a calendar and neither should you!
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. A guy who hits a woman can be called lots of things. “Man” is not one of them.
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Join Mayor Mike Rawlings for The Ten Thousand Man Rally Against Domestic Abuse at 10am on March 23rd at Dallas City Hall. (DART exit at Convention Center Station.) It’s time for the men of Dallas to say, enough is enough.
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Paul Quinn College student leads Lancaster High engineering club to victory in U-T Dallas competition National Association for the Advancement of Colored People GARLAND BRANCH P.O. Box 460944 Garland, Texas 972 381-5044 www.garlandtxnaacp.org
NAACP Garland “Political Forum” Garland City Council Seats
Mayor District 3 District 6 District 7 District 8
GISD Board of Trustees Candidates Place 1 Place 2 Place 3 When - Tuesday, March 26, 2013 Time - 6: 45 PM
Miles Pitmon can now be considered a big brain on campus at Paul Quinn College. The sophomore Liberal Arts major coached the Lancaster High School Engineering Club to victory at the Lego Explosion & BeyBlade Challenge VI at the University of Texas-Dallas on Feb. 23. The event was hosted by UTD’s chapter of the National Society of Black Engineers. “I was very happy because the kids didn’t have a lot of time to finish their project. To see that they did the best they could with the amount of time they had is very exciting,” said Pitmon, who volunteers with the Lancaster ISD STEM Project and also serves as an AVID tutor along with other Paul Quinn students.
“The Quinnite Nation is incredibly proud of the accomplishments of the Lancaster High School Engineering Club,” said Michael J. Sorrell, president of Paul Quinn. “We are equally proud of the contributions of our student, and their coach, Miles Pitmon. This is a great moment for our Tiger to Tiger Initiative and yet another example of our progress in becoming one of America's great small colleges.” The competition called for students to compete in either the LegoBuild Competition or the BeyBlade Challenge. Lancaster’s team opted for the Lego competition which consisted of a free-build event where winners were judged on creativity, style, and presentation. Lancaster’s winning project was a 3-D board game.
Where - The Garland Women’s Activities Building 713 Austin St. (next to the downtown Library) Garland, TX
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Ask Gwen We promised our daughter a new car, canʼt change our mind! Dear Gwendolyn: Two years ago, our son graduated from high school and we purchased for him a new car. We also promised our daughter when she graduates from high school, she will also receive a new car. My son received a football scholarship and lives on campus out of the city. Our daughter does not plan to attend college. Instead of furthering her education at this time, she plans to take a job at a fast food place. She plans to stay at home for at least the next 8 to 10 years. This is the problem: Six months ago my husband lost his job. The company moved to another city. Some employees went to the new location, but my husband was not chosen to go.
Gwendolyn, we are barely making mortgage payments and our SUV is broken. My husband cannot understand why I am insisting that we go ahead and purchase a new car for my daughter. She graduates in two months. I don’t want my children to ever have to experience disappointment. Liz Dear Liz How can you think of purchasing a new car for your daughter – at the same time barely making mortgage payments? Gee, some men know they chose the wrong woman. Let me tell you this: Not wanting your children to experience disappointment is not the real world. Mothers, as yourself, leave this world with children unable to manage a dime. It is imprudent for you to think you can shield your children from the troubles of this world. It makes no sense Liz (Read Overcoming Life’s Disappointments by Harold S. Kushner, 2007). If you insist on buying the new car, then go ahead and do so. But keep in mind — the three of you may have to — sleep in it.
Basic Fitness Class for Senior Adults Every Monday & Wednesday 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Located in the Banquet Area SWING CLASSES at the Wild Wild West! Every Tuesday & Thursday Evening 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. FWBC Banquet Area WALKING GROUP SATURDAY MORNINGS TIME: 8:00 A.M. | Location: FWBC Zumba TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM AT FWBC BOOT CAMP FITNESS EVERY 2nd & 4th SATURDAY MORNINGS - TIME 7:00 A.M.
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Something Natural with Deborah Long Chambers To improve breathing, place a few drops on a cotton ball and wrap in a tissue keeping it near your nose (e.g. in a shirt pocket) or simply add a few drops to a cup of hot water placed nearby. The aromatic action works almost immediately to open nasal passages.
Now is the time for Eucalyptus Whether it is by walking down the aisle of dried flowers in a craft shop, or enjoying the soothing action of a throat lozenge, the aromatic behavior of eucalyptus is refreshing to the senses. Eucalyptus is an extremely versatile plant.
Eucalyptus is often found in soaps, detergents and perfumes. It is also used in insect repellants and room sprays. It can be used as an addition to the laundry wash cycle for its anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties.
Native to Australia, it is mainly ***Got a problem? Don’t solve it alone. cultivated in Brazil and China. Write to Gwendolyn Baines at: P. O. Box The dried leaves were 10066, Raleigh, NC 27605-0066 or email traditionally used in small cloth her at: gwenbaines@hotmail.com -sachets to perfume linen www.gwenbaines.com closets. Dried stems with leaves are often used in vases and baskets alone or in arrangements. The essential oil of eucalyptus has numerous applications.
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A few drops in a spray bottle of water work well misted around the house – particularly on the screens of open windows – to discourage flies. It is also an effective repellant for silverfish and cockroaches. Eucalyptus is one of the most popular of essential oils largely because of its vast range of usage. It should be a part of every basic aromatherapy kit. With proper storage (i.e. away from light and heat), it has a long shelf life - up to 2 years.
Long used as a remedy for cold and flu symptoms, eucalyptus is soothing to sore throats, boosts the immune system, and reduces the spread of many forms of bacteria. It works especially well on the respiratory system when addressing congestion.
The majesty of the plant world extends further than the eye can see. Eucalyptus is literally a breath of fresh air.
Under the direction of a certified aromatherapist, eucalyptus may be combined with other essential oils to create an effective synergistic blend to approach physical issues, as well as freshen the home.
For more information, Deborah Long Chambers, Certified Aromatherapist CEO, Designs for Living Comfortably www.livingcomfortably.com
The essential oil of eucalyptus is surprisingly economical. A small bottle can last a long time even with heavy usage. !
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WHAT CAN WOMEN AND GIRLS DO TO TAKE ACTION AGAINST HIV/AIDS?
NATIONAL WOMEN AND GIRLS HIV/AIDS AWARENESS DAY ± MARCH 9 "TAKING ACTION" ANNUAL ALL-RED HIV/AIDS AWARENESS LUNCH PRESENTED BY HOME AWAY FROM HOME TEEN SHELTER SATURDAY, MARCH 9, 2013 NOON-3 Charlton Methodist Hospital (Auditorium) 3500 Wheatland Rd Dallas, TX 75237 FREE TO ATTEND FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT CALL 888.881.9803 WWW.HOMEAWAYFROMHOMETS.ORG Free * Food * Entertainment * Testing * Information * Giveaways... Attire All Red!
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Spring Break DWI Patrols Garland Police will have additional officers patrolling Garland streets for drunk drivers starting this weekend. The timing of the extra patrols coincides with the Garland area schools’ Spring Break. The extra patrols begin Friday, March 8th, and will run through Sunday, March 17th.
If you are a young man: Between the ages of 13-18 Enrolled in grades 8th - 11th at the time of submission Being raised in a single female home. THEN I AM LOOKING FOR YOU! I want to invite you to the Steve Harvey National Mentoring Camp in Dallas, June 11-16, 2013 where I and some of my very good friends will conduct a series of seminars on the principles of manhood, leadership, and community empowerment. APPLICATION DEADLINE : Friday, March 15, 2013 ABOUT THE MENTORING WEEKEND The goal of “The Steve Harvey Mentoring Weekend for Young Men” is to break the misguided traits of manhood and create a generation of men who are emotionally, socially and economically strong. The mentoring camps are interactive programs whose sole purpose is to share and teach the principles of manhood and dream building to young men. The program helps young men realize their potential and envision a future where they are physically and emotionally equipped, responsible and productive men. Hosted by Steve Harvey, this program includes a host of workshops that focus on personal responsibility, dream building, and the importance of nutrition and physical fitness. In addition, the participants are introduced to positive male role models who are leaders in various areas, including business, their communities, entertainment and the military. Since 2009 thousands of applications have been received for consideration and hundreds of yonng men from single female-headed households have participated in the Steve Harvey Mentoring Weekend for Young Men.
Tom Joyner Foundation School of the Month
The Foundation’s 2013 ‘Schools of the Month’ are … January – Fisk University, Nashville, TN February - Wilberforce University, Wilberforce OH March - Howard University, Washington, D.C. April – Florida Memorial University, Miami Gardens, Fl May – Kentucky State University, Frankfort, KY June – University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, Pine Bluff, AR July – Dillard University, New Orleans, LA August – Savannah State University, Savannah, GA September – Grambling State University, Grambling, LA October – North Carolina A&T University, Greensboro, NC November – Alcorn State University, Lorman, MS. PAGE 11
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Sony Pictures Television announces Senior Producing Team for The Queen Latifah Show New Daytime Talk Series from SPT, Flavor Unit and Overbrook Entertainment Staffs Up With Diverse Team of Top Producers From Late Night, Daytime, News and Reality Television -- Sony Pictures Television has announced the senior staffing of its new daytime talk series The Queen Latifah Show, with a mix of top writers, producers and filmmakers from a wide-range of backgrounds including daytime, late night, news, comedy and reality television. Joining The Queen Latifah Show's five-time Emmywinning, Executive Producer and show runner, Corin Nelson (Chelsea Lately, The Rosie O'Donnell Show, The Nate Berkus Show) will be Co-Executive Producer Todd Yasui (The Tonight Show, The Late, Late Show With Craig Kilborn, ROVE LA) and Supervising Producers Jack Mori (The Oprah Winfrey Show), Catherine McKenzie (Good Morning America), David Harte (The Late, Late Show With Craig Ferguson) and Sierra Lindsey (MTV, Obama Campaign). "These producers bring tremendous experience, diversity of background and some of the most creative minds in this business to our show," said Holly Jacobs, Executive Vice President, Syndication and Reality Programming, Sony Pictures Television. "This dream team,
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combined with the multi-talented Queen Latifah and powerhouse producing partners Flavor Unit and Overbrook Entertainment, position us for an incredibly strong launch and a long, healthy run." Co-Executive Producer Todd Yasui most recently executive produced the Australian primetime talk show ROVE LA. He was Executive Producer of The Late, Late Show with Craig Kilborn, where he spent five years as show runner of the World Wide Pants-owned show. After Kilborn's departure, Yasui helped re-start the program with new host Craig Ferguson before being recruited by Fox to start up a late night division at the network where he served as Senior Vice President of Late Night Programming for five years. He has been executive producer of several comedy, late night and variety shows for Oxygen, ABC and Fox, and spent five years as a talent booker and Segment Producer at The Tonight Show With Jay Leno. Yasui began his career in journalism at The Washington Post, starting as an assistant to Pulitzer Prize-winning TV Critic Tom Shales, rising to Assistant Editor of Arts and Entertainment. Supervising Producer Jack Mori was a Senior Producer for The Oprah Winfrey Show, where he spent over 15 years producing shows featuring everything from A-list celebrities and newsmakers, to large-scale Bounce TV (www.bouncetv.com), the fastest growing African American network in television, will begin production on the network's firstever original reality series which will center around the daily lives of the GRAMMY®-nominated family gospel group foreverJONES, it was announced recently by Billy Hall, EVP Programming and Production of Bounce TV. Bounce TV has ordered an initial six episodes of foreverJONES with production
remote events such as "Oprah and Gayle's Big Adventure," musical performances, reunions and compelling emotional stories. Mori was also responsible for bringing in Dr. Mehmet Oz and developing his franchise on The Oprah Winfrey Show. Mori most recently worked for Nigel Lythgoe Productions, developing shows for Network and Cable. Supervising Producer Catherine McKenzie was most recently senior broadcast producer at ABC News' Good Afternoon America and a senior producer for Good Morning America, since 2009, where she was responsible for leading teams to create a daily, two-hour broadcast. She was senior producer of special projects and live events for WABC-TV/ New York where she produced segments on the New York City Marathon, the Super Bowl, the Oscars, the Bush and Obama presidential inaugurations and 9/11 coverage, for which she won a Peabody Award. McKenzie began her career as a producer in local news, with Emmy-winning stints at WITITV in Milwaukee and WFRV-TV in Green Bay, WI. Supervising Producer David Harte most recently held that same position at Attack of the Show, G4's live, daily, comedy/ variety series. Prior to that, he held a variety of writer and producer positions for shows including Lopez
Tonight on TBS, Last Call With Carson Daly on NBC and The Late Late Show With Craig Ferguson on CBS. Supervising Producer Sierra Lindsey was most recently producer lead for President Obama's campaign, responsible for producing and directing the President for his campaign videos and Obamacare health care videos. She conducted interviews and direct-to-camera tapings with the President, covering topics including Jay-Z, the President's faith, his love for Iowa, and Michelle Obama as a mother. She also produced the President's "48 Hour Forward Tour" tumblr vlog. Prior to that, Lindsey produced for a variety of MTV shows including MTV's True Life series, It's On with Alexa Chung, Unplugged featuring Adele and Silversun Pickups, Video Music Awards and MTV NEWS (2008 Election Coverage). The Queen Latifah Show, a multi-topic, daytime entertainment talk show launches in September 2013. Hosted by multi-talented entertainer Queen Latifah, the show is produced by Flavor Unit, Overbrook Entertainment and Sony Pictures Television. The Queen Latifah Show is cleared on major station groups around the country, including the CBS Television Stations.
beginning later this month in Shreveport, LA, the band's hometown. Bounce TV will debut foreverJONES this summer.
foreverJONES has won Stellar Awards, been nominated for a GRAMMY® and is also up for three Dove Awards in April.
On the heels of Bounce TV's original holiday special "A foreverJONES Holiday," the new non-scripted series will delve deeper into the daily lives and challenges of this close-knit, faithbased family. Viewers will follow along as the seven family members balance personal dreams with their daily lives and the group's professional success and continued growth.
The band is led by parents Dewitt and Kim Jones and includes their five children, D'Jeniele', Dominique, Dewitt IV, Judah and Mya. As musical artists, their mission is to continue the spirit of worship, the message of the Gospel and the essence of family through their artistry.
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CIVIL RIGHTS ACTIVIST REV. PETER JOHNSON SKIPS RECEIVING AWARD AT LUNCHEON WHERE GOVERNOR JEB BUSH WAS FEATURED SPEAKER - Former Florida Governor Jeb Bush became the center of protest today during the 13th Annual Destiny Awards benefiting the St. Philip's School and Community Center held this afternoon on the St. Philip's campus in the Snyder Activity Center. Governor Bush was the keynote guest speaker for the luncheon that included an honor presented to civil rights activist, Reverend Peter Johnson, as the 2013 Unsung Hero Award. Reverend Johnson made a decision not to attend the luncheon today in protest of Governor Bush's support of the Stand Your Ground Law, which has been the focus of protest in the Trayvon Martin Case across the country. In 2005, Governor Bush signed the controversial Stand Your Ground Bill into Law in Florida.
This week marks the one-year anniversary of the Trayvon Martin shooting death in Sanford, Florida. Civil rights activists and advocates such as Reverend Johnson have held vigils across the country protesting national gun laws and racial profiling. Reverend Johnson issued the following statement regarding his absence at the Destiny Awards with Governor Jeb Bush: "As a person that has fought hard for civil rights and against the injustice that afflict communities economically disadvantaged and often underserved by those in positions of power, I am honored that St. Philip’s School and Community Center has chosen to recognize my achievements by awarding me with the
"Unsung Hero Award" . However, I refuse to stand in a space with former Governor Jeb Bush whose policies are in stark contrast to the policies I hold near and dear and fought valiantly to achieve. The” Stand Your Ground” law has resulted in innocent lives being prematurely snuffed out, as seen in the Trayvon Martin case, in addition to promoting a spirit of “open season” on specific minority groups. This contradicts the true essence of the civil rights movement and the long suffering of those who paved the way. Furthermore, this law is also in direct conflict with the teachings of Jesus of Nazareth, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Mahatma Gandhi." Reverend Peter Johnson
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Author Jennifer L. Ray brings her own authentic slant on romance to the e-book world. Her novels are rich, soulful, southernbased, and deeply romantic. Family secrets are a recurring sub-theme to all her novels and titillate the reader's imagination making for a suspenseful read, as well as, a romantic one. She brings a healthy dose of humor to her novels as well and draws the reader in making one feel at-home between the pages of a Jennifer L. Ray novel. It takes a truly talented writer to offer romance, humor, and suspense, but Ray's talents do not end there. Her motto is that, "Trashy novels are for whores, but explicit romance doesn't have to be garbage." Her love scenes are eased into quite artfully and leave you as breathless and aroused as if you were actually experiencing the lovemaking. The sexual tension in her novels is like eating
half of a chocolate bar, decadent and satisfying, but definitely leaving you wanting so much more. One would never believe that one romance novel could offer all of this, but Ray happens to have been an avid romance reader all of her life. She has read the best and learned from the best. She knows what readers want from a romance novel and she delivers it. She has been married twenty years to the father of her two sons and she believes in romance and love. She literally takes all of her experiences in life; the love, the trials, and the hilarity and creates powerful novels for readers. Her fans say her writing is a gift to the black audience that is much needed. Readers from all over the world agree that artists like Jennifer L. Ray should be celebrated, supported, and commended for putting deep thought into what type of audience she wants and respecting them by writing novels that uplift, intrigue, teach, inspire, and entertain. NOVELS BY JENNIFER L. RAY: (Amazon.com, Google Play, and Nook Books) 1. A Rare Find 2. Who Shook the Family Tree 3. Benevolence 4. Journals of the Secret Keeper 5. The Shocking Truth About Ramsey
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Innocent until proven guilty? New book uncovers truth about racism, murder in the South LOS ANGELES – Love, prejudice, infidelity and murder combine in a real-life mystery thriller. A true story of passion and pain, author Lonikaye Harkless unveils the truth behind a murder and false execution in the South with her new book, Justice Served. When a high-class woman is murdered by her husband in a betrayal-fueled rage, her illegitimate 21-year-old son is executed for the crime he did not commit. After witnessing his lover killed by her husband, the boy’s father plans and carries out a scheme to kill him. Fulfilling a promise to her ailing mother, Harkless began researching to uncover the truth
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of why Bobby was executed. Harkless’ mother believed he was her cousin. She set out on a mission to find out what happened thirty years before and slowly began to unravel the shocking true story of star-crossed lovers, infidelity and misunderstanding. “I hated the idea of my mother passing away without ever knowing the truth about Bobby’s execution,” says Harkless. “I made a promise to her on her deathbed that I would uncover the truth and tell the world.” With the twists, turns and betrayals of a modern day soap opera, Justice Served provides a dramatic love story while offering a poignant social commentary on life in that place and time. “Race absolutely played a part in the events in the book,” says Harkless. “Racial prejudice was a major factor in the assumption of Bobby’s guilt and ultimately, his execution.” Having finally discovered the truth surrounding the deaths of Doris, Bobby and Sam, Harkless’ mother was able to die knowing her cousin was an innocent man.
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First Lady Michelle Obama kicks off MomsRising.org's "Food Power" Conference with video appeal to fight childhood obesity New York MomsRising.org answered First Lady Michelle Obama's call for parents to get involved in the fight against childhood obesity. The grassroots organization kicked off National Nutrition Month with a "Food Power" conference and film screening to promote healthy eating habits and urge participants to support the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) recently released guidelines on school meals. A video welcome from the First Lady motivated moms, dads, bloggers, and community activists gathered in Brooklyn, NY. "I'm so thrilled to have MomsRising.org and all of your grassroots muscle and passion working right by our side because as we've seen again and again through 'Let's Move,' people like you play a vitally important role in helping our kids eat healthier and get the physical activity they need," Obama said. "If you all are not leading the way in your community then who will?" African American children suffer disproportionately from obesity. A 2010 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report revealed that African American women were 70% more likely to be obese than NonHispanic White women and African American girls were 80% more likely to be overweight than NonHispanic White girls. This PAGE 17
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crisis prompted MomsRising.org, an online and on-the-ground grassroots organization with more than 1.1 million members, to team up with filmmaker Byron Hurt to screen his award winning documentary "Soul Food Junkies" at the "Food Power" gatherings.
slavery and encourages healthier approaches to soul food preparation. The film features appearances from activist/comedian, Dick Gregory; poet, Sonia Sanchez; writer, Michaela Angela Davis; and commentator Marc Lamont Hill.
"We're very excited to be working on the same path that Mrs. Obama and Byron Hurt are to improve children's health," said MomsRising.org executive director, Kristin RoweFinkbeiner. "Childhood obesity has reached epidemic proportions in the U.S. and we all need to work together to reverse this dangerous and deadly trend."
In addition to the film screening, several parents shared personal stories about their battle to get their families to eat healthier meals. A panel of experts discussed practical ways to defeat the epidemic of childhood obesity. As MomsRising.org is focused on taking action, the breakout sessions provided attendees with a choice of three campaigns to sign-on to: How to get junk food out of school, how to stop junk food marketing to children, and breastfeeding, health care and preventing childhood obesity.
"Soul Food Junkies" (www.itvs.org/films/ soul-food-junkies) offers a sometimes humorous exploration of the Black community's affinity for foods like fried chicken, fatflavored collard greens, and fried pork chops, despite the fact that these foods increase risks for diabetes, high blood pressure, stokes, heart disease and obesity. Inspired by the premature death of his father, Hurt traces the origins of soul food back to
"Each of our workshops focused on action and provided participants with the tools to get engaged," said Monifa Bandele, campaign manager, MomsRising.org. "The attendees left the 'Food Power' conference with !
Speakers at the Brooklyn launch event included Karen Showalter, MomsRising.org; Dr. Aletha Maybank, NYC Dept. of Public Health; dream hampton, MomsRising.org; Migdalia Rivers, LatinaOnAMission.com; Tanya Fields, Brown Girl Swagger; Lorraine Gonzalez, Children's Defense Fund; Jessica Donze Black, Kids Safe and Healthful Foods; and Joy Spencer, Center for Digital Democracy, among others. MomsRising.org is challenging childhood obesity through improving school meals. The issue of nutrition and the role of schools foods in contributing to childhood obesity are gaining currency. The USDA recently opened up a 60-day comment period on its updated national nutrition standards for foods and beverages sold through vending machines and a la carte lines. The recent "Food Power" conference is just one of many planned events around the country as MomsRising.org gathers support and gains awareness for its cause. The next event a film screening and panel discussion - will take place in Detroit, MI at the Fellowship Chapel on Thursday, March 21, 2013 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00.The free event is open to the public. !
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DST represents Texas with Centennial Events The Centennial Torch signifying 100 years of sisterhood, service and scholarship is leaving Dallas headed to Washington, D.C. in a 22-city torch tour. One of the founders, Frederica Chase Dodd, a Dallasite, founded the first chapter of African American sororities in Dallas. Tragically. Dallas was the site of a plane crash in 1985 that killed several people on their way to the national convention. The Centennial Torch weekend boasts nearly 2,000 members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. from Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana and as far as California, as well a host of friends, dignitaries and other Greek-lettered guests who came to North Texas for the events. The Centennial celebration culminates in Washington, DC at the national convention in July.
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Johnson applauds the Passage of Senate Version of Violence Against Women Act – Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson released the fo#owing statement concerning the bipartisan, Senate-passed reauthorization of the Violence Against Women Act:
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this Congress voted to pass S. 47. With this bill, we are standing with the women of this Nation, and sending a strong message that these acts will not be tolerated. Every victim of domestic violence in America deserves equal protection under the law, and passage of the Senate version is a victory for law enforcement, advocates, and victims of domestic violence.” The House GOP version of the Violence Against Women Act failed to pass by a vote of 166-257, and Congresswoman Johnson voted against this measure. The House then voted, with Congresswoman Johnson’s support, 286-138 to pass the Senate version, with 87 Republicans joining the Democrats. MORE ON HOUSE REAUTHORIZATION OF
THE VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN ACT The NAACP applauds the United States House for passing an inclusive reauthorization to update and improve the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA).
From NAACP President and CEO Benjamin Todd Jealous: “Women across the country have come to depend on the services and protections offered by the Violence Against Women Act,” stated NAACP President and CEO Benjamin Todd Jealous. “At a time when so many extremist politicians are seeking to roll back decades of hard-won protections and rights, this renewal is an important victory.”
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Saturday, April 27, 2013 Omni Dallas Hotel 555 South Lamar Street Dallas, Texas 75202 6 pm VIP Reception | 7 pm Dinner and Program 9 pm Dinner Entertainment and Dance With Special Guest
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Mark your calendar March 8-9 Mount Hebron Missionary Baptist Church presents its Family Life Conference, "It Takes A Village", Friday and Saturday, March 8 & 9, 2013. The conference will focus on every aspect of the family and the help needed from The Village to make the family unit work. Enjoy 2 days of workshops, ministry, music and entertainment.
March 9 Heartfelt International Ministries, Dallas, TX presents the 2013 Dreams, Pumps and Pearls Thank You Tour at Friendship West Baptist Church. The Tour is FREE but registration in encouraged at www.heartfeltintlministries.com 2013 Tour. Bit O’ Blarney Bash-Irish Music (Alive), Food, Fun, Auction, starting at 5 PM at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Oak Cliff, 3839 W. Kiest Blvd., Dallas, Texas 75233. 5:00-6:00 PM SOCIAL HOUR & MUSIC Live entertainment will continue at intervals throughout the evening. ENTERTAINMENT: Joseph Carmichael For more information and to purchase reservations in advance, at http://www.oakcliffuu.org/blarneybash. Reservations may be purchased in advance are $7.00 per adult and $5.00 per child and may be purchased through our website. Tickets at the door are $8.00 per adult and $6.00 per child. *** "Touching Lives Through 15 Years of Giving and Caring" Tickets $25 - Childcare provided - 6:30 to 9:00 pm Embassy Suites DFW 4650 W. Airport Fwy, Irving, TX 75062 Keynote Speaker Prof. Seleban Ahmed Guled President of Amoud University Motivational Speaker Mounzer Taleb ENTERTAINMENT Baba Ali, Comedian Hossein Behizad, Poet
MARCH BUSINESS MIXER from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM (CDT) Vee Lounge Restaurant 500 Taylor St Fort Worth, TX 76102
March 11 On behalf of Commissioner Duer Sharp and the Southwestern Athletic Conference you are personally invited to attend "A Spectacular Networking and Social Gathering" kicking off the 2013 SWAC Basketball Tournament!! 6:30pm Pre registration is required! http://www.pra-reg.com/SWAC2013Basketballtournament
7LIONS SET TO PERFORM AT THE T-MOBILE HOUSE PARTY IN AUSTIN, TX AT 7PM 7LIONS, the new band signed to superstar producer RedOne’s 2101 Records are set to appear at one of the country’s most exciting music festivals and perform at The T-Mobile House Party (at 1306 E. 6th Street) in Austin, TX March 12
March 21 “WEAR YOUR GREEN” Resident Loft Party Take part in a wee bit o’fun as we celebrate the week of St. Patrick’s Day by wearing green (don’t get pinched) and your shamrock lucky charms. Come view South Side resident’s uniquely decorated lofts, mingle with friends and neighbors, feast on hors d’oeuvres, enjoy bar and vote on your favorite loft. With the luck of the Irish, the favorite loft winner will receive a $250 rent concession which is almost like finding a pot of gold, right? Leprechauns and a bit of malarkey welcome! 8TH FLOOR, 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm *** Shaver & Ash, PLLC Presents: "Subjects Every Business Person Should Know" Time: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Refreshments/Hours-devours and Meet & Greet 6:30-7:30 p.m. Dallas Athletic Club 4111 Country Club Dr Dallas TX 75228 An Ongoing Series of Informative Seminars Covering Short Subjects for Business People Part 1 Business Litigation Business Forms Financial Planning Sub S Election Liens and Asset Protection RSVP by March 14, 2013
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The Society of Toxicology will honor a number of exemplary scientists for their important achievements during formal ceremonies at the Society’s Annual Meeting and ToxExpo, March 10-14, in San Antonio, TX.
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Donnie Nelson is coming to Th3rd Thursday Champion's Luncheon on March 21st @12:00noon. Donnie is the General Manager and president of basketball operations for the Dallas Mavericks of the National Basketball Association.
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Fair & Square Imports of McKinney, TX, is partnering with Ten Thousand Villages (a national 501c3 fair trade nonprofit) to host a Fair Trade Oriental Rug Event at Fair & Square’s storefront in downtown McKinney. Fair & Square Imports - 219 E. Louisiana Street, Downtown McKinney, Texas 75069 Event Hours: Thursday–Saturday 10–9 and Sunday 10–6
March 16 Pole'iticians, Open House at the Arlington location March 16pm from 3pm-5pm. You must rsvp online at least 24 hours in advance for all classes. Wear shorts and a tank top, no lotions or oils, and socks on your feet.
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communities. is event is from 7:00-10:00pm in Arlington, TX
Discounted Admission until 11:00 P.M. with RSVP to: BrownSugarDFW@yahoo.com
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MEATOUT 2013 IS COMING MARCH 23! (A FREE EVENT) Time: 10 am - 3 pm, Saturday, March 23 Place: Dallas Farmers Market Indoor Event Center, 1010 S. Pearl Exp. www.dallasfarmersmarket.org Theme: Living Life Veggie Style Keynote Speaker: Afya Ibomu, Holistic Nutritionist, Author, and CEO of NATTRAL.com
March 24 Women’s History Month Celebration of Significant Dallas Legends -- A theatrical tribute which pays homage to the contributions of significant women from our metroplex who has impacted our community. UNDERGROUND, 7:30 pm
March 26 Commissioner Dr. Theresa Daniel's Victory Celebration (and St. Patrick's Day a few days late) 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. The NYLO Hotel Dallas - Southside 1325 S. Lamar Street Dallas, Texas 75215
March 28 7 pm: Rethinking Gun Violence: Perspectives from Pediatrics & Public Health Speaker: Rashmi Shetgiri, M.D., Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, UT Southwestern Medical Center. Dr. Shetgiri cares for pediatric patients and teaches pediatric residents at Children's Medical Center and Los Barrios Unidos Community Health Center in Dallas. Teatro Dallas, 1331 Record Crossing Rd., Dallas, For info: www.dallaspeacecenter.org, 214-660-7676. Tickets: $10 each or $30 for the 4 program series. Scholarships are available upon request. To get tickets online: www.teatrodallas.org
March 29 V's VIBE SPOT | 26ARK | THE FOUNDTION | CAUSE360 GROUP Presents... THE RETURN OF BROWN SUGAR The Simple Question is... "When Did YOU Fall In Love With HIP-HOP?" KENICHI 2400 Victory Park Lane Dallas, Texas 75219 Doors open from... 10:00 P.M. - 2:00 A.M.
April 1 Balch Springs Chamber of Commerce 2nd Annual Golf Tournament! Registration: 7:00 a.m. | Tee-off: 9:00 a.m. Keeton Park Golf Course! 2323 North Jim Miller | Dallas, TX 75227
Latin America with the immigration debate, changing the dialogue from one of illegality to historical truth. Kelli Obazee, Executive Director of the Dallas Peace Center and member of Reform Immigration Texas Alliance (RITA) Executive Committee, will host a discussion following the screening. Teatro Dallas, 1331 Record Crossing Rd., Dallas, Texas. For info: www.dallaspeacecenter.org, 214-660-7676. Tickets: $10 each or $30 for the 4 program series. Scholarships are available upon request. To get tickets online: www.teatrodallas.org
April 7
*** DISNEY ON ICE PRESENTS ROCKIN’ EVER AFTER IS COMING TO DALLAS, APRIL 3-7! American Airlines Center 2500 Victory Avenue Dallas, TX 75219 Wednesday, April 3 7:30pm Thursday, April 4 10:30am, 7:30pm Friday, April 5 7:30pm Saturday, April 6 11:30am, 3:30pm and 7:30pm (SPANISH Performance) Sunday, April 7 1:30pm and 5:30pm Ticket Information Tickets are available at www.ticketmaster.com. Tickets are $75 (Rinkside), $45 (VIP), $30 and $15. All seats are reserved, and tickets are available by calling Ticketmaster at 1-800-745-3000. Tickets may also be purchased at Ticketmaster Retail Locations or at the arena’s box office. *** April 4, 7 pm: Border Crossings: Immigrants on Immigration North Texas Dreamers and other immigrants share their experiences and ideas on fixing our broken immigration system. Maria Robles, co-founder and Executive Committee member of Reform Immigration Texas Alliance (RITA), Arlington Proyecto Unido founder and lead organizer, and Dallas Peace Center board member, and will moderate. Teatro Dallas, 1331 Record Crossing Rd., Dallas, Texas. For info: www.dallaspeacecenter.org, 214-660-7676. Tickets: $10 each or $30 for the 4 program series. Scholarships are available upon request. To get tickets online: www.teatrodallas.org *** The oldest and largest Black chamber of commerce in the nation, the Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce ("DBCC") in conjunction with the Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce Business Development Corporation, will hold the 16th Annual Excellence in Education Scholarship Luncheon on Friday, April 5, 2013 at 12:00 noon at the Dallas Convention Center, Ballroom "A" (650 South Griffin Street, Dallas, TX). Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce 16th Annual Excellence in Education Scholarship Luncheon 12:00 noon Dallas Convention Center - Ballroom A
April 6 3 pm: Harvest of Empire: A new film by Juan Gonzalez Based on the award-winning book, the new film Harvest of Empire connects the historical interaction between the U.S. and
First Sunday's Featured Musical Guest| Center City Grill 3316 Merrilee Dr. , Arlington, Texas 76011( off Division Street behind Race Track Gas Station)| 2-5:00pm| Live Radio broadcast & Live Television Taping for "RTC-TV" for ALLNATIONSTV.COM
April 11 8 pm: The Missing Voice: Living with AIDS in Dallas Today Young men and women impacted by HIV/AIDS will share their experiences and describe barriers to adequate care. Discussion Hosted by Eric Reece HIV/AIDS justice advocate, with members of the Dallas Chapter of C2EA (Campaign to End AIDS), and Dallas Peace Center board member. Where: Teatro Dallas, 1331 Record Crossing Rd., Dallas, Texas. For info: www.dallaspeacecenter.org, 214-660-7676. Tickets: $10 each or $30 for the 4 program series. Scholarships are available upon request. To get tickets online: www.teatrodallas.org
April 16 An Evening with Condoleezza Rice 8:00pm UNT Coliseum 600 Avenue D Denton, TX 76201 Tickets - $25 for UNT Alumni/ $30 General Admission
April 20 Grandmothers, Mothers, Daughters, Mentors, & Friends Theme: "Connecting the Dots Between the Generations" Strength, Courage, & Wisdom come experience what others can't stop talking about. 11am Speaker - Dawn Neufeld from Football Wives-- the wife of Tight end Ryan Neufeld
April 27 Urban League of Greater Dallas Young Professionals hosts the Annual Youth Conference at H. Grady Spruce High School in Dallas **** 2013 Dallas Walk Like MADD will start at Main Street Garden Park in Dallas. An opening ceremony will be held at 8:30 a.m., and the walk will begin at 9 a.m.
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“We will have to repent in this generation not merely for the vitriolic words and actions of the bad people, but for the appalling silence of the good people.” . Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Come on PEOPLE! Don’t you CARE? POLICE have not apprehended Pookie the serial rapist. Aren’t you concerned? Do you care? We know he has attacked members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and there is a $5,000 reward offered by Crime Stoppers. If you have ANY information, PLEASE call Crime Stoppers
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