Friday, July 26, 2024

Get The Scoop On Ms. Complete Girlz of the Year Simone Harper

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Simone Harper Receives The

Ms. Complete Girlz Of

The Year Award

Ms. Complete Girlz of the Year Simone Harper

Complete Girlz, Inc. has collaborated with shelters, recreation centers, and various libraries within the south Jamaica community. Their mission is to empower and uplift young women by providing them with the tools needed to overcome adversity through educational and enrichment programs that promote leadership, confidence, and self-worth.

Simone Harper, 19, a dynamic and inspiring young woman attends Queensborough Community College, where she is pursuing a degree in Nursing. As the very first girl to register for Complete Girlz, Inc., she has been a trailblazer and role model for her peers.

Simone enjoys reading, listening to music, and drawing, using these creative outlets to express herself and find inspiration.

Simone serves as a Junior Board Member on the organization's Board of Directors, where she contributes her insights and experiences to help guide the program's initiatives. She passionately believes in the transformative power of mentoring, seeing it as a vital tool that shapes youth and lays the foundational building blocks for their future success.

Get The Scoop On How BlaQue Community Cares Honors Area Educators

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Back to School Brunch to
Honor Queens Educators Ahead of
the 2024-25 School Year

Queens, NY — The Southeast Queens community is coming together to host a FREE "Back to School" brunch for educators, highlighting their dedication to teaching and shaping our youth. Spearheaded by the committed volunteers of the BlaQue Resource Network and curated by BlaQue Community Cares, this event provides a special opportunity for celebration and motivation for Black educators in Queens.

The event will feature mouth-watering food, gift bags, exciting giveaways, various vendors, fun games & trivia, inspiring guest speakers, well-deserved awards to changemakers in the community, and live music. Hosted by Aleeia Abraham, this event is sure to be a highlight of the season. Last year, over 200 attendees enjoyed the event, and an even larger turnout is anticipated this year.

Invited guests include: Superintendents, Principals, Assistant Principals, School Counselors, Core Subject Teachers of all grades, Football Coaches, Dance Instructors, Pre-School Staff, Physical Therapist, Speech Pathologist, Paras, School Secretaries, Parent Coordinators, Afterschool Staff, and more.

Get The Scoop On These Drawing and Painting Classes (Ages 4-7)

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Drawing and Painting (Ages 4-7)

Get The Scoop On How Blacks In Chicago and Increasing Other Cities Can Change Our Zero Net Worth Dilemmas

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How African-Americans Can Change The Circumstances Of Our Zero Net Worth Dilemma

By Pierre Clark The talk in Chicago about increasing economic opportunity for African-Americans in Chicago and around the country rings hollow in the face of a report from the Chicago Community Trust that Black families in Chicago have a median net worth of $0 dollars while white families in contrast have a median net worth of $210,000.

A report from McKinsey and Company and reports from the Pew Foundation indicate that it might take hundreds of years - 228 years, according to one report - to address and fix the disparities. Most of us living now will have been dead and gone for 9-10 generations by that point in time.

What can be done now and in the immediate future about addressing and reversing these depressing findings? And as reports also say the GNP of African American community is over $1 trillion, how can the net worth of those same families in Chicago be $0? And how can we start capturing and recapturing that wealth?

We Heart Our Community: Fun With Sidewalk Chalk

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We Heart Our Community: Fun with Sidewalk Chalk

Get Da Scoop On How To "Jazz UP Your Summer" with the Ed Jackson Quartet!

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Enjoy an Evening Of Jazz
When The Ed Jackson Quartet
Brings The Heat At
Jackson Room

Reserve Your Tickets Now

Summer has arrived and the heat is on! Why not cool down and relax with the electrifying sounds of the Ed Jackson Quartet?

This month has been particularly thrilling as I embarked on a two-week tour in the UK with the Fatback Band. The excitement peaked when we had the incredible opportunity to open for Chaka Kahn in front of an immense crowd at Blenheim Palace.

Let's make this June even more special and "Jazz UP Your Summer" with the Ed Jackson Quartet on Saturday, June 29, 2024 at 7:30.

Summer Science-in-the-Park Program: Life on Planet Earth

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Don’t miss a beat this summer. Join the Eastern Queens Alliance as they present Life on Planet Earth. Each week, children will explore a different branch of life science through hands-on activities, experiments and outdoor adventures.

Get The Scoop On How The Historic Allen A.M.E.Cathedral Receives A New Pastor To Succeed The Iconic Flake Legacy

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The Historic Allen AME Church
Announces New Progressive Pastor
To Succeed The Flake Legacy

By Kamau Austin, Co-publisher, The Southeast Queens Scoop

After a high energy service three (3) weeks ago culminating the Flake Legacy worship service, as a memorial for stewardship of Doctors Floyd and Elaine Flake, Allen A.M.E. Cathedral, recently announced their highly anticipated appointment for their new Pastor: Rev. Stephen A. Green. Allen A.M.E. has been a pillar of community progress for many decades under the former Pastors Floyd and Elaine Flake's leadership.

Digital Flyer To Commemorate Flake Legacy Service

Aleeia Abraham, highly respected leader of the 36,000+ Black Resource Network sent positive vibes to the new Pastor and his wife Ms. Lady Braea Green, "Congratulations to Rev. Stephen A. Green and his wife, Lady Braea Green on their new appointment as Pastor at The Greater Allen A.M.E. Cathedral of New York." Her comments reflected the comments of many other members of her organization and residents of Southeast Queens last week.

Rev. Green is known to have quite an extensive background championing community causes and social justice. Pastor Green seems to have had a passion for social justice from his family and early involvements in activism.

According to Faith For Black Lives "Rev. Green’s passion to help others and fight the good fight started early. He grew up helping at his father’s church.

He began organizing against police brutality and gun violence while in high school in Little Rock, Arkansas. While studying at Morehouse College, the alma mater of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., he learned of the deaths of Troy Davis and Trayvon Martin and became a student organizer."

Get The Scoop On How To Help Former District Leader Keith Lilly Fight Diabetes

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"KEITH LILLY, NEEDS YOUR HELP."

THE FORMER HARLEM, DISTRICT LEADER, 68TH ASSEMBLY DISTRICT, LOST HIS LEG, HIS JOB AND HIS MEDICAL INSURANCE DUE TO DIABETES

Excerpted from BY NAYABA ARINDEOTP Editor-at-Large Our Times Press, Curated by Roz Shepard. To Support Keith Lilly Click Here

Keith Lilly, the popular former Harlem District Leader, 68th Assembly District, told Our Time Press that last July his lower left leg was amputated after 10 years of living with diabetes.

It all started, he said, with a small hole in his foot, which he did not feel because of his neuropathy. “I didn’t know where the hole came from, but I didn’t think anything of it. I cleaned it out, put a band-aid on, and a few days passed, and the hole started to get larger.”

A week later, he went to the hospital as the wound was not healing, “and my toes were swollen. So I went, they gave me antibiotics, and sent me home. But the hole got larger. But I had no symptoms of a fever, so I didn’t know I had an infection.

There was no numbness, no pain, just swelling and the hole getting larger.”

But then Mr. Lilly said he began losing balance. “I was finding it difficult to walk. I went back and that’s when they kept me and told me that I had an infection. I was in Mount Sinai. They cut a couple of toes off, to [stop] the infection from creeping up. Their claim was, ‘We think we are going to have to cut further because we don’t want the infection to get further up the leg.”

Then Mr. Lilly said medics returned and said that they would have to take his left foot.

Get The Scoop On The UPLIFTing Work of 100 Black Men Of Eastern N.Y., Inc.

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100 Black Men Of Eastern N.Y., Inc.’s Goal Is To Empower The Community

"The 100 Black Men of Eastern New York, Inc. is a prestigious organization founded upon a rich history of community service and mentorship."

New York, New York - The 100 Black Men of Eastern New York, Inc. is a prestigious organization founded upon a rich history of community service and mentorship. The organization recruits and engages it members in worthwhile endeavors in the community and encourages active participation and volunteerism.

Our chapter follows our national mandate of “Four For The Future” which includes mentoring, education, health and wellness and economic empowerment. Our goal is to pair young people with experienced mentors, providing guidance and support in areas like education, career development, and personal growth.

Our chapter host a series of events and activities throughout the year. We organize community service projects, fundraising events, and educational seminars to engage members and the wider community. Fostering partnerships and collaborations build relationships with local organizations, businesses, and government entities help us to amplify our impact and attract resources that are necessary to empower our community.

Our chapter regularly share updates, news, and achievements through social media, newsletters, and meetings to keep members informed of activities and attract stakeholders in the community who would like to support our mission as community partners.

Get The Scoop On Why The Southeast Queens Scoop And Sister Publications Are Recommitting Themselves To Stop Trump And MAGA During Juneteenth

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"The Southeast Queens Scoop

and Our Affiliated News Blogs
Recommits To Helping Stop
Existential Threats Like
Trump And MAGA"

By Kamau Austin, Publisher Of The Southeast Queens Scoop, Juneteenth 6-19-2024

Today The Southeast Queens Scoop passed over 1.5 million visits. Collectively our flagship site and sister publications have surpassed well over 2.6 million.

However we take most pride in showcasing the positive contributions of over 4,100 Black businesses, community organizations, and cultural institutions. And also getting 6 million views for our clients on search engines.

While we enjoy doing stories to spotlight the positive things in our community we also see a very forbidding future that threatens the survival of our people and really the world at large. We see the rise of extreme right wing conservative forces looking to marginalize the gains and possible forward mobility of Black people.

We see Donald Trump and MAGA republications as the movement and destructive force threatening our existence as we know it. However, Trump and MAGA are trying to spread propaganda to pretend to be interested helping the Black community. But not on our watch!!!

Get The Scoop On How The Long Island African American Chamber Of Commerce Secured $125K For Businesses In Suffolk County

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LIAACC and Trellus Partner to Distribute $125K in JumpSMART Grant Funding to Minority-Owned Small Businesses

SUFFOLK COUNTY, N.Y. - The Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce (LIAACC) announces a partnership with Trellus Same-Day Local Delivery & Marketplace to distribute $125,000 in JumpSMART grant funding to minority-owned small businesses in Suffolk County. Known as the LIAACC Delivery Grant, the program aims to address unique challenges faced by minority-owned businesses competing against e-commerce giants, providing business owners with reliable, local delivery services.

Minority small business owners can apply for the grant at www.bytrellus.com/jumpsmart The Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce (LIAACC) partners with Trellus to launch the LIAACC Delivery Grant.

The Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce partners with Trellus to launch the LIAACC Delivery Grant.

The LIAACC Delivery Grant aligns with the purpose of the JumpSMART Small Business Downtown Investment Program, made possible through funding from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). Announced by Suffolk County in September 2023, JumpSMART aims to support the growth of small businesses and the strength and vibrancy of Main Streets through strategic investments.

The LIAACC submitted a grant proposal outlining a delivery program to help small business owners reach more local customers, identifying Trellus as a solution provider that could enhance their members' ability to compete and bolster revenue.

After review, Suffolk County approved the distribution of $125,000 in ARPA funds to LIAACC. In the coming months, Trellus will work closely with the LIAACC to distribute the grant funding to eligible members, providing up to $2,500 delivery grants to each recipient. Up to 40 Suffolk County small businesses will receive funding.

SUNY Queens EOC Fast Track to Your GED – ESOL

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The Queens EOC is home to many courses designed to help you advance your career — many of them can be taken for free. Among the EOC’s many programs is its tuition-free ESOL program.

New York City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams Resource & Job Fair

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New York City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams is pleased to one and all to a resource and job fair. Join her for an incredible opportunity for you to network and explore a wide range of resources and career options. Open to youth, adults, and seniors.

HPD in Your District

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New York City Council Member Nantasha Williams invites everyone to HPD in Your District. Join her to discuss housing-related issues, including preparing to apply for affordable housing, understanding your rights and responsibilities, filing a housing complaint, and more.

Get The Scoop On How The Luxe Library is Launching An Adult Only Book Club

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The Luxe Library's
Inaugural Adult-Only Book Club:
A Global Community of Readers Unites

Get Lit 🔥 with Us!

The Luxe Library Launches it’s 1st Young Adult #Book Club for Just $5!

Introducing The Luxe Library's Inaugural Adult-Only Book Club: A Global Community of Readers Unites

The Luxe Library, an innovative community-driven book club known for its captivating book clubs for kids, is proud to announce its inaugural adult-only book club, offering a unique hybrid experience that combines in-person and online participation. This groundbreaking approach allows members from all over the world to connect, share, and explore the transformative power of literature together from its Greater New York location.

Founded by Delicia B. Davis, a passionate book lover who has personally experienced the healing and growth that literature can offer, The Luxe Library's adult-only book club is designed to provide a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment for individuals to explore new perspectives, develop a deeper understanding of themselves and the world, while connecting with like-minded readers.

"I'm thrilled to create a global community where readers can come together, share their love of literature, and support one another on their personal journeys," said Davis, founder of Luxe Library. "Our hybrid model allows us to reach readers from all over the world, creating a vibrant and diverse community that transcends geographical boundaries."

Get The Scoop On How A Loving Mom Motivates Her Son To Overcome His Fears And Become A Pilot

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Devoted Mom Motivates Her

Son To Face His Fears And

FLY HIGH

Exclusive Article And Interview by

Kamau Austin with
William Inlaw and Tanika Inlaw-Chambers

16-year old William Inlaw's dreams are literally taking flight. He is driven to soar high in his life's pursuits. For William losing altitude in his aspirational pursuits isn't an option.

Much of William's inspiration comes from his mom Tanika Inlaw-Chambers, who has challenged him to achieve lofty heights. She has helped motivate him to ultimately face his fears - so the skies are the limit in his life now! This has inspired the young man to propel himself towards his inflight goals of: becoming a licensed airplane pilot this Summer.

It has been reported that up to 40% of Americans have a fear of flying. It is therefore, exceptional that young William Inlaw, not only has overcome the natural anxiety many people have of flying, but has gone a step further to pilot himself to actually embrace flying a plane.

William's aspirations aren't just elevating him beyond his personal anxieties about flying but he is hovering above a backdrop of the rarity of Blacks in aviation. According to the Chicago Times, and other reputable media sources, there are reportedly only 2.2% to 3.5% of Black pilots in the US.

Obviously, it would be a good thing for Blacks to have more representation in the aviation industry in general - and therefore a good thing to help see him succeed. William and his mom Tanika, are looking to have him reach - the rare achievement of a Black teenager becoming a licensed airplane pilot.

Before you see the exclusive interview with William and his mother Tanika, we want to point a couple of things out. The ambitious teenager and his mom are looking for other visionary people in our community and world to help them reach his piloting goals. They are organizing an online crowdfunding venture and also a fundraising event with great incentives.

If you'd like to support William Inlaw, in his aspirational efforts to gain his pilot's license then you can make a donation or RSVP to attend his Special Take Wing fundraising event.

A Early Picture Of William's Influences
The 1st Black To Own a
Billion Dollar Business Reginald Lewis
and Airplane Model in Background

RSVP for The Take Wing Fundraiser / Donate Towards Pilot Lessons

I was able to convince the dynamic duo of William and his mom Tanika, to do an exclusive interview with me on his goal of becoming a licensed airplane pilot. Checkout the intriguing interview of this son and mom team looking to take-off together towards his success in piloting in aviation and business.

Get The Scoop On The Star Studded African Music Artists RAISING Money To Uplift Africa

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AMBUSA Experience 2024 Showcases
Outstanding Musical Artists RAISING
Money For Essential Needs
In African Countries

Order Your Tickets Now

The ABOFREM AREA FOUNDATION, INC (AAF) a 501 (C) 3 non-profit organization, is proud to announce the AMBUSA EXPERIENCE 2024, www.ambusa.org, featuring a star-studded lineup of entertainers and artists headlined by musicians: Sarkodie, Samini, and Efya.

The AMBUSA EXPERIENCE 2024 is an initiative of AAF dedicated to promoting and preserving African heritage and cultural diversity.

The event will showcase the exceptional talents led by three of Ghana's most renowned artists, who will captivate the audience with their unique blend of Afrobeats, dancehall, and soulful melodies. You can order your tickets online.

See Some Of The Uplifting Work of AMBUSA
Checkout The Video Below...

New York City Council Member Nantasha Williams Mobile Office

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New York City Council Member Nantasha Williams invites one and all to her mobile office.

SUNY Queens EOC Tuition-Free CPC-A

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The Queens EOC is home to many courses designed to help you advance your career — many of them can be taken for free. Among the EOC’s offerings is a tuition-free course that prepares participants to become a certified professional coder and biller.

SUNY Queens EOC Attain Summer Institute

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The Queens EOC is home to many courses designed to help you advance your career — many of them can be taken for free. The EOC’s Attain Summer Institute offers Microsoft Word and Excel training.

The 12th Annual LJMS Summer Performing Arts Camp

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Laurissa Jane Music Studios is pleased to present the 12th Annual LJMS Summer Performing Arts Camp. Join them for a fun and creative camp for students who have an interest in the performing arts. Open house on June 8th 11;30 am to 1:00 pm.

Get The Scoop On Outstanding Comedy Coming To Queens This Thursday

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Thursday Is For Laughs Comedy Comes To Southeast Queens

Welcome to Thursdays are for Laughs, where the walls echo with laughter. With you ticket you will be given one complimentary choice of red or white wine, setting the stage for an evening of comedic brilliance.

The air is alive with melodies that will have you singing and nodding your head in your seat. And when the comedians take the stage, they will have you gasping for air.

And remember, while the weekend might be for turning up, laundry or food shopping...Thursdays are for Laughs. You can reserve your spot now

23rd Annual St. Albans Jazz & R&B Festival

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The Black Spectrum Theatre is pleased to present the 23rd Annual St. Albans Jazz & R&B Festival.

Get The Scoop On Business Solutions To Your Problem By Gary Smith

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Business Solutions to
Your Problem

(And the Answer To Your Prayers)

By Gary L. Smith

Are you working twenty-five hours a day, eight days a week? You rarely see your family, and when you do make time for your daughter’s dance recital or happy hour with your buds, you’re not there. Not really. You’re thinking about the latest problem and how you’re going to fix it.

Every second of your waking life is spent trying to figure out how to hang on to this fledgling business of yours. You’re busy wearing all your many hats, worrying about making payroll and if Social Security will be enough to keep you in ramen noodles when you retire.

Who the hell has time to go for the dream when you barely have the time or the money to eat? Can you even remember the dream? Let me refresh your memory. You want the freedom to live, work and express yourself as you choose. You want the power to influence the marketplace, your culture, your community.

CEC 28 Calendar and Business Meeting

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Community Education Council District 28 is pleased to invite one and all to their next Calendar and Business Meeting.

Get The Scoop On The Historic Lewis Latimer Science and Career Expo Curated By The BlaQue Resource Network In Queens NY

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Lewis Latimer Science and Career Expo Highlights Success of STEM Education in Queens, NY

The Lewis Latimer Science and Career Expo, held in partnership with York College, was a resounding success, showcasing the vibrant spirit of STEM education in Queens, NY. On Saturday, May 4th, 2024, attendees gathered at York College, a college in the heart of Southeast Queens, for a day filled with immersive experiences, enlightening discussions, and inspiring presentations.

Hosted by Aleeia Abraham, founder of the BlaQue Resource Network, and Rachael Walton, who leads Student Activities at York College, the event kicked off with an address from Keynote Speaker: Public Advocate, Jumaane Williams. His captivating speech highlighted the importance of STEM education and acknowledged the invaluable contributions of community leaders dedicated to advancing STEM initiatives on a local level. Deputy Borough President Ebony Young also graced the event, offering words of encouragement and support for the aspiring STEM enthusiasts in attendance.

A highlight of the expo was the engaging Careers in STEM Panel, featuring esteemed professionals from various backgrounds. Cyber Security Expert Steve Touissant, iResearch founder Serena McCalla, Scientist Corissa McEwen, Oncologist Fitzroy Dawkins, Electrical Engineer Joe White, Aerospace Engineer Tarik Ward, A.I. Expert Andrea Kelli, and our esteemed Moderator Dunstan Abraham shared their insights and experiences, providing invaluable guidance to aspiring young minds.

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