Jennifer Holiday Sings For The Cause

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San Francisco, CA  On May 6th, 2018, at the iconic Julia Morgan Ballroom located at 465 California Street, San Francisco CA, Maitri Compassionate Care (Maitri) will host its 31st annual Bliss Signature Gala & Auction.

Hosted by Auctioneer Dale Johannes, the star-studded gala will pay tribute to Maitri's years of service towards the underprivileged living with advanced AIDS and also honoring former Executive Director Bill Musick and Kirsten Havrehed for their 20 years of service to the Maitri. Additionally, and in grand fashion, Maitri will be welcoming new Executive Director Anne Gimbel, M.A., LMFT, to the Maitri family."

Checkout The New Suspenseful Book Short Cut Dr. Karen Sloan-Brown

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Nashville, TN  Short Cut by Dr. Karen Sloan-Brown (available at Amazon.com) is another great read, faithful to the author's commitment to feature positive Black characters who wrestle with similar challenges that we all deal with in fulfilling our dreams and goals, finding love and happiness, and taking care of family.

The main character, Ernest, is the owner and head barber at the King Cut Barber Shop. He can cut out the likeness of Barack Obama, Marcus Garvey, Martin Luther King, Jr., and Malcolm X with the words 'By Any Means Necessary' onto a client's scalp with his straight razor that would rival any accomplished artist. He had done all right for himself and his family with a successful business on a rough corner in the hood, except he wanted more.

The Grass is Green to go

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Chicago, IL -- Motivational speaker and author, Orlando Ceaser’s, new book uses art to tackle hot topics. The Grass Is the First to Go is ten one-act plays with a discussion guide to stimulate thought and spirited conversations. Their controversial nature and provocative content is written to inspire and jolt people to sit down and talk.

Women’s Health Empowerment Symposium

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Senator Leroy Comrie, York College, Healthfirst, and the Healthcare Education Project invite you to the second annual Women’s Health Empowerment Symposium. Breakfast and lunch will be served. Please call (718) 765-6359 to RSVP or for more information.

Funtastic Family Sing Along

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Don’t miss the Funtastic Family Sing Along. You’ll sing, dance, watch story videos, and even learn a little Spanish! Playing original and well known songs on guitar and percussion, Carlos & Co. delivers a delightful musical experience that is full of surprises. Children ages 3-5 are welcome and no registration is required!

Caribbean (Trinidadian) Delights

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A Better Jamaica is pleased to present The Delightful Festival: African Delights, Asian Delights, Caribbean Delights, and Latino Delights. Join us as we salute Jamaica’s vibrant immigrant population by presenting a series of FREE evenings of ethnic music, food and film.

See How This Amazing Woman African American Golfer Inspires Hope

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Nationwide  Avis Brown-Riley, a loving wife, and mother of two children, and a renowned golf champion who was inducted into the San Diego Hall of Champions and the African American Golfers Hall of Fame, has completed her new book Building of a Champion: an evoking and provocative true-to-life account about the author's perseverance as a golfer and woman of character.

Brown-Riley conveys through her words a message of hope, optimism, and faith: "When my doctor first told me that I had breast cancer, I knew then that God had chosen me as the miracle of life, and I would be reborn again. Today, my body is pure, and my skin is as soft as a baby, and it is very hard to see my true age."

She continues, "God spared my life for a purpose, and this is my story, and my purpose is to share with the world that you must never give up even when someone discourages you, and prepare for roadblocks in your path. God will navigate you through your journey called life. Whatever path you choose, remember to ask God to take your hand and allow him to walk that journey with you. He will never steer you wrong."

Brutally Honest Docummentary about Racism

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 Washington, DC  On the heels of hugely successful private screenings in Detroit and Silver Spring, Md., last month, the searing new documentary about being black in today's America is planning a wider launch.

Black, White & Blue was shown to hundreds of specially invited viewers to get a sense of the film's effects. It was a hit.

"We were amazed by the response, just amazed," said Curtis Scoon of Top of the Food Chain Films, the executive producer. "We wanted to get a sense of what people thought so that we could decide our next step."

Cheryl Boone Anchors Black Women Film Festival

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 Hollywood, CA  The Black Hollywood Education and Resource Center (BHERC) announced today that the immediate past president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) will anchor the Opening Celebration of the 25th Anniversary of the Sista Are Doin' It For Themselves Film Festival by participating in an intimate "Conversation with Cheryl Boone Issacs" at the Sista Power Panels Saturday, March 10, 2018, at the Nate Holden Performing Arts Center 4718 West Washington Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90016 and Raleigh Studios, Chaplain Theater, 5300 Melrose Ave, Hollywood, CA 90038.

The conversation and following Q & A will be moderated by Emmy-nominated actor/writer William Allen Young (Code Black).

Does The Film Black Panther Have A Message To Southeast Queens Residents?

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NYS Senator James Sanders Jr. Takes 300
Southeast Queens Residents To See Black Panther

Senator James Sanders Jr. (D-Rochdale Village, Far Rockaway) hosted a free Black Panther movie screening on March 1, 2018 at Grand Avenue cinemas in Baldwin, NY. More than 300 people, many dressed in African garb, attended the event, which was followed by a spirited Q & A session about the film and its message.

The movie takes place in the fictional African nation of Wakanda. The lead character of Black Panther was created back in 1966 by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby, first appearing in the comic Fantastic Four #52. Black Panther's real name is T'Challa and he is the king and protector of Wakanda. He must face two powerful foes - Claw and Erik Killmonger.

See How This $uper 5-Year Old Saves Money And Invests In Real Estate

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5-Year Old Looks To Teach Children to Save And Invest

Kennedy O’Neal may only be 5-years old, but this kindergartener already understands the importance of saving money at a young age. Her fascination with money actually started while she was still in diapers.

As a toddler, she began stashing money away in her piggy bank and would always on the prowl for loose change in the couch or car to add to her collection. "These days, I've revved up my chores around the house in hopes of earning even more money," stated Kennedy.

According to a 2017 GOBankingRates survey, nearly 60 percent of American adults have less than $1,000 in their savings accounts. Almost 40 percent have no savings at all.

For Kennedy's father, Chris O'Neal, a real estate investor, the earlier you start saving, the more prepared you’ll be for a rainy day. This is the very message he’s instilled in his daughter.

"When kids save early, it sets them up for their future. The burden will be much lighter when it is time to pay for ever rising college tuition. The goal with saving is to keep kids out of their parents' wallet," stated Chris. "The earlier you start saving, the more prepared you'll be for emergencies and the future."

Get Financing To Help Build Your Southeast Queens Based Business

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Find Financing For Your Queens Based Business

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If you have a business at some point you need outside financing to expand or build your business.  Join us in building economic success in Queens.  Join us in learning how to tap into an area's financing source Access Business Lending.

Take Advantage Of These Grants For Organizations Helping Young People Thrive Economically

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We Are All New York Fellowship's 2017-2018

Announcing: The We Are All New York Fellowship's 2017-2018 Grant Making Committee is now accepting applications for the 2018: We Are All New York Community Reinvestment Grant.

The Grant Making Committee will award grants up to $2,000 to provide support for organizations that seek to establish economic security for youth between the ages of 13-21 throughout New York City.