Nonprofit ‘propels’ first-gen collegians
BOCA RATON, Fla. – At one time, Guesnaisha Altena, 18, and Cynthia Leconte, 18, of Boca Raton High School, didn’t know each other, but had …
‘Women Artists and Activism’ AT NORTON
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. – In celebration of its new Women’s Walk the Norton Museum of Art is presenting programs highlighting women in the arts. …
Key West not forgetting victims of slavery trade
PHOTO COURTESY OF THE FLORIDA KEYS & KEY WEST The 2019 annual Key West Community Observance of the International Day of Remembrance of the Victims …
Miami Kappas: New honors, new members, member recognition
PHOTO COURTESY OF KAPPA ALPHA PSI MIAMI ALUMNI CHAPTER MIAMI, Fla. – The Miami Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity is making receiving honors …
L.O.V.E. empowering next gen at Women’s History celebration
PHOTO COURTESY OF LADIES OF VALOR EMPOWERMENT MIAMI, Fla. – Women’s History Month is being recognized in a variety of ways by schools, civic groups …
African-American Achievers for 27th year announced
DEERFIELD BEACH, Fla. – In anticipation of the 27th annual African-American Achievers awards ceremony, JM Family Enterprises, Southeast Toyota Distributors and JM Lexus recently held …
FREE MUSIC PROGRAM for Youth Arts Month
PHOTO COURTESY OF RARA INSTITUTE MIAMI, Fla. – Experts say that children of color do better in school, have higher graduation rates and a better …
Award-winning Nicole Henry headlines ‘Sankofa Jazz Fest’
MIAMI, Fla. – The African Heritage Cultural Arts Center (AHCAC) welcomes all jazz enthusiasts to the fifth annual “Sankofa Jazz Fest” featuring Nicole Henry, the …
Mary, Martha and CHECKER? The ultimate flashback concert
PHOTOS COURTESY OF MAGIC CITY CASINO MIAMI, Fla. – “Warm up the jukebox and come ready to cut a rug,” says Scott Savin, chief operating …
Afro Roots Fest: Africa, women and the future
MIAMI, Fla. – Two female artists known for launching their traditions forward are set to perform at the Afro Roots Festival on Saturday, April 6 …