Get The Scoop On Southeast Queens Events The Weekend of 3-20-2026

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Southeast Queens Events The
Weekend of 3-20-2026

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Get The Scoop On How The Original Black Wall Street Is Expanding Nationally and Inspiring Black Business

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The Original Black Wall Street Expands Nationally Through Media, Advertising, and Virtual Business Address Initiative to Rebuild Black Wall Street

Tulsa, Oklahoma — A powerful movement rooted in legacy, media innovation, and economic empowerment is gaining national attention as The Original Black Wall Street expands its influence across the United States through digital radio broadcasting, national advertising opportunities, magazine publishing, and its rapidly growing Virtual Business Address program.

Founded by Dr. Angela K. Chambers, a serial entrepreneur, media executive, and community builder, The Original Black Wall Street is a multi-platform media and business ecosystem headquartered on historic Greenwood Avenue in Tulsa, Oklahoma — the original site of Black Wall Street, once one of the most prosperous Black business districts in America.

Today, the platform is helping lead a modern movement to rebuild Black Wall Street through media, entrepreneurship, and national business collaboration.

◼️A 24/7 National Radio Platform for Black Voices and Businesses

At the center of the ecosystem is The Original Black Wall Street Radio Station, a 24/7 digital broadcast platform featuring Old School R&B, talk shows, community programming, and nationally syndicated content.

The station has become a hub for meaningful conversations and cultural storytelling through shows like:

◼️Ask Angela, hosted by Dr. Angela K. Chambers

◼️Community leadership discussions

◼️Entrepreneur spotlights

◼️Nationally syndicated radio programming

Listeners can stream the station online or simply say:

“Alexa, play The Original Black Wall Street.”

The station also serves as a powerful advertising platform for businesses nationwide, helping entrepreneurs reach audiences who value community, culture, and commerce.

Get the Scoop On Southeast Queens Events for the Weekend of 3-13-2026

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Southeast Queens Events This Weekend

This weekend in Southeast Queens we showing major love to the Queens who hold our communities together. From Ladies Night Out and Healing Heart Support Groups to Prom Dress Drives, skating fun, job fairs, and powerful conversations like The Strength of a Woman with Patricia Robinson — the vibe is empowerment, healing, and celebration.

Whether it's soul music at Blu Seafood or vision boards for your next move, our women are the heartbeat of it all.  Get the Scoop on all the weekend moves: https://www.southeastqueensscoop.com/p/events.html

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Get The Scoop On The UPLifting Insights Shared By The Dream Team of Empowering Panelists at the Black Health & Wealth Virtual Summit 2.0

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Black Health & Wealth Virtual Summit Brings Experts Together to Address Health Equity and Economic Empowerment

By Renee Williams and Kamau Austin | For Scoop Publications

Community leaders, physicians, entrepreneurs, technologists, and advocates gathered virtually for the Black Health & Wealth Virtual Summit, an ambitious two-part event designed to address some of the most pressing challenges facing Black communities today: persistent health disparities and the widening racial wealth gap.

Curated and hosted by Kamau Austin, publisher of Southeast Queens Scoop, the Black News Scoop, Minority Business Finance Scoop and other digital publications the summit brought together a diverse group of experts and practitioners to share practical knowledge, lived experiences, and innovative solutions.

The first session focused on health equity and prevention, while the second session explored strategies for building wealth through business ownership, real estate investment, cooperative economics, and access to capital.

Together, the conversations reinforced a powerful message: health and wealth are deeply interconnected pillars of long-term community stability and generational progress.

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Prevention and Lifestyle as the Foundation of Health

One of the core themes of the summit was the importance of prevention through lifestyle changes. Afi Okon of the American Obesity Foundation emphasized nutrition education and practical strategies through the organization’s campaign “Let’s Make Healthy Our New Happy.”

Okon stressed that improving community health begins with building food literacy and making small, sustainable dietary adjustments. She encouraged participants to rethink their approach to meals by prioritizing vegetables, reducing sugar and sodium, and viewing food as a form of medicine.

“Half of your plate should be vegetables,” Okon advised, encouraging participants to increase water intake, moderate portions, and reduce highly processed foods.

She also emphasized that health goes beyond diet and includes lifestyle patterns such as sleep, stress management, and consistent movement. Even modest habits such as taking daily walks, stretching, or dancing can significantly improve long-term health outcomes.

You can Learn more about the
American Obesity Foundation Below...

Move To Overcome Obesity Tap: Go To the American Obesity Foundation

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Mental Health and Social Support Systems

Mental health was another key focus of the summit.

Aiysha Simon of Moving Forward Therapy highlighted the importance of understanding mental health as a continuum that includes emotional, psychological, and social well-being.

Simon emphasized that mental health maintenance involves a combination of sleep hygiene, regular physical activity, mindfulness practices, social connection, and balanced nutrition.

“Mental health should be treated like a physical injury,” Simon explained. “If something is wrong, we should seek help, whether from friends, family, or professionals.”

She encouraged participants to use available support systems including the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, the SAMHSA treatment hotline, and findtreatment.gov for locating mental health resources.

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Autism, Caregiving, and Disability Inclusion

Quentin Mezetin and His 2 Sons On The Autism Spectrum

The summit also addressed the lived experiences of caregivers and families navigating autism spectrum diagnoses.

Quentin Mezetin, founder of I Am Dad, shared his personal journey navigating autism within his family. He described the emotional challenges many families experience following diagnosis, including denial, guilt, and isolation.

Mezetin emphasized the importance of learning advocacy tools such as understanding Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), accessing services, and planning long-term transitions for children entering adulthood.

He also discussed the impact of ableism, describing it as systemic barriers and lowered expectations placed on people with disabilities.

“Caregivers must also take care of themselves,” Mezetin advised, encouraging parents to prioritize rest, seek support networks, and plan financially for the future.

Audience members also shared personal experiences, reinforcing the importance of early intervention, community awareness, and inclusive support systems.  To read more articles on Quentin Mezetin Tap or Click Here

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Dr. Alexis Donald Represented in Medicine and Inspiring Luxury Publishing

Dr. Alexis Donald Publisher of Mommy I Want to be a Doctor

Trust in Healthcare

Dr. Alexis Donald, a family medicine physician and author, addressed the importance of increasing Black representation in healthcare.

Donald emphasized the importance of preventive care through regular medical visits and monitoring key health indicators such as blood pressure, cholesterol, and A1C levels.

However, she also discussed systemic barriers within the healthcare system—including short appointment times and administrative burdens—that can limit trust between patients and providers.

“Representation matters,” Donald said. “Patients often feel more comfortable when they see providers who understand their culture and experiences.”

Donald also highlighted her children’s book series, "Mommy, I Wanna Be a Doctor", designed to inspire Black children to pursue careers in healthcare and science. Her book is based on her own remarkable journey, this captivating story encourages children to dream big, believe in themselves, and fearlessly pursue their aspirations.

As the first medical doctor in her family, Dr. Alexis has always been driven by a passion for medicine and a desire to make a difference in the world. Her inspiring tale begins with her childhood dreams and takes readers on a heartfelt journey of determination, resilience, and triumph. To Order Her Book Click Here or on Amazon.

To see our exclusive interview with Dr. Donald Tap here.

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Registered Nurse Shanika Small Addressing the Hidden Epidemic of Chronic Wounds

Shanika Small of Wound Care Warriors shed light on a growing but often overlooked health crisis: chronic wounds and diabetic complications.

Small explained that diabetic foot ulcers, pressure ulcers, and venous ulcers can lead to serious complications including infection, gangrene, and amputation if not treated early.

She cited alarming local data indicating that Queens recorded hundreds of below-the-knee amputations in recent years, emphasizing the urgent need for preventative care.

Preventative measures include controlling blood sugar, performing daily foot checks for diabetics, maintaining proper nutrition, wearing protective footwear, and seeking early medical care.

Small also shared her goal of opening a hyperbaric wound care clinic in Southeast Queens to provide specialized treatment and prevention services.  Learn more about Shanika's Wound Care Warriors services below...

Visit Wound Care Warriors

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Dr. Tamika Quinn Promotes Health as a Form of Generational Wealth

Dr. Tamika Quinn, founder of Glam Given Life and Motivation and a two-time stroke survivor, delivered one of the summit’s most powerful personal testimonies.

Quinn shared her journey recovering from postpartum strokes and a pulmonary embolism, underscoring how health crises can dramatically impact financial stability.

“When health collapses, wealth often collapses with it,” Quinn explained.

She emphasized that medical emergencies can drain family savings, reduce earning capacity, and place caregiving burdens on loved ones.

Quinn encouraged participants to adopt practical daily habits such as walking regularly, increasing plant-based foods, drinking sufficient water, and prioritizing quality sleep. You can keep in touch with Dr. Quinn at: www.YourFavoriteStrokeSurvivor.com

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Technology Innovations Addressing Maternal Health Disparities

Medical Researcher and
AI and App Innovator Renee Williams 

Renee Williams, founder of the AI app and health platform CycleSync, introduced an innovative technology designed to help women monitor reproductive and maternal health.

CycleSync allows users to track symptoms related to menstruation, pregnancy, postpartum recovery, and menopause. The platform converts self-tracked data and wearable-device information into structured reports that patients can share with their doctors.

Williams emphasized that the platform aims to empower women to better advocate for themselves in healthcare settings and help address maternal health disparities affecting Black women.

👉 If you already know this problem in your bones and want to help build the solution, you can learn more about supporting CycleSync here: Support CycleSync’s vision and check us out at TryCycleSync.com

👉 If you already know this problem in your bones and want to help build community, you can learn more about supporting CycleSync here We are actively building and planning our next stage of growth at TryCycleSync.com

If you’re an investor, ally, or community member who believes Black women deserve tools — not just apologies — you can review our investment materials here:
👉 CycleSync Investment Deck

Get The Scoop On Women's History Month in Southeast Queens

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Women's History Month Events for March

Did you know March is when Southeast Queens shows love to the glue of our communities — Black Women AKA the Queens of Queens? 👑 This month powerful events are happening across the borough including the International Women’s Conference, Annual Women’s Empowerment Forum, Sis YOU Are the Gift, and the International Women’s Day Celebration.

Click Here To Register & For Sponsorship Opportunities

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Get The Scoop On How District 28 Residents Are Encouraged To Question NYC Chancellor Kamar H. Samuels

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District 28 Residents Are
Encouraged to Submit Questions to
NYC Chancellor Kamar H. Samuels
By Sunday March 1st 

To submit your questions for the Chancellor, please click this link - https://forms.gle/8jiWuieer3rWHjy26

We encourage you to provide a clear and concise question for the Chancellor. All submissions will be reviewed and 10-15 questions will be chosen.

DEADLINE to submit questions is Sunday, March 1st, 2026 at 10:00pm.

Art 2 Heart: Color Theory

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Art 2 Heart: Color Theory

This art program is designed for teens to explore the basics of color theory while working on their own individual art design. No registration is required.