7th Annual Queens Book Fair

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7th Annual Queens Book Fair

Come To Mingle and Have Fun.

Live Music, Meet & Greet Authors, Giveaways, Book Winning Contest & Lots More…

To be a vendor and exhibit at the fair email info@beyondtheabuse.org.

Author Max Miller Releases New Self-Help Book “Blame It on the Feel of Pain” About Detangling From Past Pain

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Author Max Miller Releases New Self-Help Book “Blame It on the Feel of Pain” About Detangling From Past Pain

Get ready for a transformational journey toward inner peace as indie author Max W. Miller’s new self-help release, Blame It On The Feel Of Pain, inspires readers in a witty, down-to-earth book. Truth and compassion are foretold, using poetic frames called ‘The Wises,’ and the help of opinionated little emojis bringing laughter and thought-provoking conclusions throughout.

The author encourages her readers, whom she also calls partners, to stop wrestling with the hard knocks of the past. She expresses how voluntarily walking back into time precedes trauma healing. Confronting lingering pains is a step toward strength and hope for the future. ‘Blame It’ delves into the author’s life experiences, bringing to life the importance of using Full Circle Moments to find resolutions.

Throughout Blame It On The Feel Of Pain, the reader grows to understand through a unique interpretation that what we are destined to become grows out of the years we’ve already traveled. Further, our future hinges on how we address the pains of the past. Other expressions focus on how desires in the present are carved out of having a clear vision that old, lingering strongholds must be defeated. A history of suffering is a prerequisite for becoming fed up enough to demand enjoyment now!

Get The Scoop On Juneteenth Events Today in Southeast Queens and Jamaica, NY

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Juneteenth Events Taking Place In
Southeast Queens and Jamaica NY

What Is Juneteenth?

Juneteenth (short for June + nineteenth) commemorates June 19, 1865, when Union Gen. Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston, Texas, and announced the enforcement of the Emancipation Proclamation—liberating the last enslaved people in the Confederacy—more than two years after it was signed.

It’s widely recognized as America’s second Independence Day—the longest-running African American holiday, honoring the conclusion of slavery in the U.S.

📚 Historical Context & Significance

Although slavery officially ended with the 13th Amendment in December 1865, many in Texas remained enslaved due to lack of enforcement
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Juneteenth emerged as a celebration of delayed freedom—starting in Texas in 1866—and gradually spread nationwide. It symbolizes both emancipation and the continued fight for civil rights and justice .

Legacy, Symbolism & Observance

The NAACP highlights Juneteenth as an annual reminder that “freedom is a thread, and a fight, woven through this nation’s history,” calling for action to protect civil rights and equality. Source naacp.org.

The Smithsonian NMAAHC emphasizes themes of resilience, activism, and community—with celebrations centered on family, educational activities, barbeques, music, and traditions like wearing red to honor ancestors.

Celebratory elements include red foods (watermelon, soda, velvet cake), historic readings, oral storytelling, drumming, dancing, and flag displays.

🏛 Recognition & Evolution

Juneteenth has grown from local, often rural, church- and creek-side gatherings into state and federal holiday status—Texas recognized it in 1980, and it became a federal holiday in 2021.

Celebrations now span the country, combining joyous festivals with educational components and calls to action—continuing the tradition of using Juneteenth to advocate for voter empowerment and equity nationalwomenshistoryalliance.org

🎯 Why It Matters
Aspect Significance
Cultural Legacy Underscores Black resilience and community healing through shared traditions. Historical Accuracy Corrects the narrative by spotlighting when freedom truly arrived—not when declared.  Continued Advocacy Reminds us that freedom and justice are ongoing projects—part of an enduring civil rights movement looking to bring diverse communities together through celebration, education, and reflection while UPlifting the Black historic legacy in this country.

Get The Scoop On The 24th Annual St. Albans Jazz and R&B Festival

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24th Annual St. Albans Jazz and R&B Festival

Norman Brown, Marva King, D-Train (James Williams), and the Bartlett Contemporaries will share the stage for the free and open-to-the-public St. Albans Jazz and R&B Festival.

Summer Reading: Face Painting With Art By Lavinia

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Summer Reading: Face Painting With Art By Lavinia

Get ready for a summer full of fun and reading! We’re kicking off Summer Reading with a colorful face painting party! Let’s transform our faces into works of art and celebrate “Coloring Our World” by diving into a world of books.

We have all sorts of exciting stories, from funny adventures to magical fantasies, just waiting to be discovered. So come join us for a day of creativity, laughter, and the joy of reading

Get the Scoop On Fathers Day Events In Southeast Queens - Jamaica NY - And Nearby Areas

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Father's Day Events In
Southeast Queens - Jamaica NY and

Nearby Areas

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The Classroom Rebellion: Black-Led Education & Alternative Learning Models

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The Classroom Rebellion: Black-Led Education & Alternative Learning Models

 

The Classroom Rebellion: Black-Led Education & Alternative Learning Models

Come join us at York College for a thought-provoking event exploring Black-led education and innovative learning models. Get ready to challenge traditional norms and be inspired by new ways of teaching and learning.