Twas The Night Before Kwanzaa

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A holiday comedy that finds Santa Claus diverted to Africa to learn about Kwanzaa.

Get The Scoop On How Dawn Kelly Got Fired And Responded By Building The Nourish Spot In Southeast Queens

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Once Fired Executive Dawn Kelly
Now Vigorously Nourishes The
Health And Wealth Of

Southeast Queens And Brooklyn 

Dawn Kelly, a graduate of the legendary HBCU Howard University, was later to become a well traveled executive - is now winning against the odds!  She was fired from a major corporation but pivoted to become a successful entrepreneur.

Dawn has built a viable noteworthy business and received a myriad of awards for her entrepreneurial acumen.  However, Ms. Kelly also has taken it upon herself to also inspire other area business people to succeed.

Therefore, she actually symbolizes a Nourish Spot for both health and wealth in our community.

Dawn is quick to admit her success was more possible because her daughter and son also bought into her vision and mission.  Their support helped her to build her multi-location and faceted business the Nourish Spot, into the thriving juicing, smoothie, and healthy food powerhouse it is today.

I was able to convince Dawn to graciously free up time from her hectic Nourish Spot entrepreneurial endeavors, and business advocacy schedule, to share with us how to build your business to succeed despite the odds.  Her full video and written interview synopsis follows below... 

Get The Scoop On How BlaQue Cash Mob Is Supporting Earnest Foods Our Community Health Food Supermarket

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Community Rallies Behind
BlaQue Cash Mob at
Earnest Foods in Queens

Founder of The BlaQue Resource Network Aleeia Abraham

On Sunday, November 24, BlaQue Community Cares will host a BlaQue Cash Mob at Earnest Foods, a Black-owned organic grocery store in Jamaica, Queens. A cash mob is a community effort to boost sales by shopping locally, supporting Black-owned businesses, and promoting economic empowerment in Queens.

Earnest Foods opened its doors in November 2021, during a critical time for the community. As Jamaica, Queens, continues to grapple with the challenges of being a food desert, the organic supermarket was founded to address a dire need: access to fresh, healthy, and high quality food options.

Event Details:

• Date: Sunday, November 24th, from 2 - 4 PM

• Location: Earnest Foods, 123-01 Merrick Boulevard, Queens, NY 11434

• Purpose: To support Earnest Foods and highlight the need for sustainable local businesses in underserved areas.

“This is about more than a day of shopping,” said Aleeia Abraham, founder of BlaQue Community Cares. “It’s about using our dollars to sustain businesses that support our neighborhoods.”

Award Winning Founder of BlaQue Resource Network Aleeia Abraham

Photo Courtesy MET Photography

Great American Family Christmas Festival

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The interactive nature of the Festival will provide opportunities to participate in village experiences such as Frosty’s Frozen Skate, Rudolph’s Main Stage, Santa’s Craft Village, VIP Igloos, Eat, Drink & Be Merry, as well as other unique village experiences.

Get The Scoop On The Exclusive Interview With Bronzeville Producer Margaret Madhi

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Exclusive Interview With Bronzeville Producer Margaret Madhi

Video and Subsequent Written Interview with Kamau Austin With Margaret Madhi

We do an Exclusive Interview with Margaret Madhi, Producer and Director, of the groundbreaking musical, "Bronzeville," with the Mahdi Theatre Company.  Madhi is set to unveil “Bronzeville The Musical,” as a powerful homage to the historical significance of Chicago’s Bronzeville neighborhood, on November 16th and 17th at the legendary Apollo Theater in New York City.

This marked debut promises to captivate audiences with its moving portrayal of resilience, culture, and community. “Bronzeville The Musical,” chronicles the transformative journey of a father and his wayward teenage son as they navigate the complexities of their family’s heritage.

This poignant production weaves together themes of redemption and the importance of legacy, while poignantly reflecting on the Great Migration — a period during which millions sought new lives in the North. Through its rich narrative, the musical spotlights the vitality and artistry of Black history, showcasing the profound contributions of the Bronzeville community.

“This project was born from the urgent need to change the narrative surrounding urban Black youth,” said Producer and Director Margaret Mahdi. “Our artistic responsibility is to honor the legacy of those who came before us, especially in light of events like George Floyd’s tragic death and current migration challenges. ‘Bronzeville The Musical’ serves as a vital platform for ongoing discussions about identity and heritage.”

I was able to grab Margaret for a Quick Interview about her historic musical Bronzeville to be performed at the iconic Apollo Theatre.  Checkout her video and subsequent written Interview below...

See The Video Interview With
Bronzeville Producer and
Director Margaret Mahdi

Disney On Ice 2024

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Disney On Ice 2024

Get The Scoop On How MSS. Francois Is Seriously Expanding Her Production Business To Empower Women And Humorously Enlighten Our Community

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MSS. Francois' Work To
Empower Women And

Enlighten Our Community
Is No Joke

MSS. Francois is at it again.  Her MSS initialism stands for "Mult-talented and Super Sexy, and she lives up to her moniker.

The energetic CEO and talented workshop presenter, and more recently event sponsor, makes leveling up in life and business fun, hilarious, and profound at the same time.  The vivacious Francois has taken her show on the road nationally, in recent months, and also sponsored her "BEYOND BOUNDARIES: SEMINAR," in Queens Village, New York, back on October, 24th, 2024.

MSS. Francois, will also be a featured guest at the upcoming highly regarded and anticipated: Woman To Woman Summit 3.0.  The Woman To Woman Summit 3.0, will feature dynamic women speakers December 6th and 7th, 2024, and is a virtual event.  Increasingly, MSS is sought after and very busy.

However, her boundless energy and determination enables her to expand her appearance schedule and increasingly her workshop events at an almost exponential rate.  I had to eat my Wheaties to catch up with her and convince this dynamo to share her insights and reflections with me in the following exclusive interview.  Our interview continues after her short video below...

Checkout Your Mss.Francois' Workshop Appearance Video