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Well….another year of total nerdiness with my fellow geeks has come to an end. New York Comic Con has always been a pastime I get most excited about. As a collector and pop culture enthusiast, it’s one reason I attend, but not the main one. For me, cosplay is everything, especially for black cosplayers, some…
The Motivated Mom officially wrapped up its 2024 Motivated Mom Retreat, held September 20-22 at the Virgin Hotel Dallas. The three-day event, sponsored by companies including Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, Pfizer, and Mielle, brought together hundreds of moms from across the nation for a weekend of empowerment, rejuvenation, and connection. This year’s retreat,…
On Sunday, September 15, Dakari Eli and I attended Barbados Day at the Greenwich Polo Club in Connecticut, and what a time was had. The Greenwich Polo Club’s final match of the 2024 season on September 15th was a vibrant celebration of Barbadian culture. Guests at the event were treated to an unforgettable experience as…
This Saturday, Dallas College Cedar Valley Campus will host the Civilized Fest: Civic Pulse Edition, a vibrant celebration of music, community, and civic engagement. Hip hop and reality TV star Scrappy will headline the festival, which features performances from a diverse array of artists, including YO.STUD, ADEN, Chris Wesley & Up, and the dynamic ShySpeaks….
The inaugural Epic Fit Fest, held on Sunday, September 22, at The Epic, drew more than 400 fitness enthusiasts and wellness advocates for a day packed with energetic activities and community engagement. The event featured an impressive lineup of sponsors, including Red Bull, Texas Trust Credit Union, The Harrison Firm, Uncle Nearest, Manna Juice Bar,…
LOS ANGELES — BMI honored the best in R&B and hip-hop at its 2024 R&B/Hip-Hop Awards, held Thursday night at the Fairmont Century Plaza. Babyface received the BMI Icon Award, while SZA made history as the first recipient of the BMI Champion Award in the event’s 24-year history. SZA also took home two more major…
ATLANTA — Award-winning rapper Lil’ Kim will headline the 33rd Annual AIDS Walk Atlanta Music Festival and 5K Run, set to take place on September 28, 2024. The event, presented by AHF Pharmacy, will be held at Piedmont Park in Atlanta. The festival will feature a 5K run/walk through the city’s historic midtown neighborhood and…
Maxwell delivered an unforgettable performance at his Tiny Desk Concert, creating an atmosphere filled with palpable, collective swooning. The soulful singer, known for his sensual falsetto and deep baritone, has captivated audiences since his 1996 debut album. As a key figure in the resurgence of soul music in the late ’90s, Maxwell’s albums have featured…