President Obama’s Weekly Address – 05/29/09
The President discusses the breadth and depth of experience held by his nominee for the Supreme Court. In the course of a life that began in a housing project in the South Bronx and brought her to the pinnacle of her profession, Judge Sonia Sotomayor accumulated more experience on the federal bench than any incoming Supreme Court Justice in the past 100 years, touching nearly every aspect of our legal system.
Richardson Chamber of Commerce Job Fair
If you live in the DFW area or know someone who is currently looking for a job near the area, feel free to pass this along. This economy is rough and jobs are scarce, but it will turn around. The fair is also open to businesses wanting to look for talented individuals to work at their company. This is the first time the Richardson Chamber of Commerce is conducting a job fair. To register, please click here and fax the form to (972) 792-2825. For details, contact Manuel Tellez at (972) 792-2814.
For the first time ever, the Richardson Chamber of Commerce is conducting a Job Fair! Here are the details:
What: Richardson Job Fair
Sponsor: Richardson Chamber of Commerce, in conjunction with Richland College and Texas Workforce Solutions Greater Dallas
Date/Time: 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM on Wednesday, June 10
Location: Richardson Civic Center, 411 W. Arapaho
Employers: Approximately 60+ major area employers
Cost for Booth: $100, payable to Richardson Chamber of Commerce
Chuck D on PBS
Filed under: Blog Entries, Community, Entertainment & Sports, Society & Culture
Chuck D will be hosting a new series of shows called, Freedom Songs: The Music of the Civil Rights Movement next month on PBS. The documentary explores the history of the civil rights movement through the songs of artists like Aretha Franklin, Sly and the Family Stone, and many more.
If you’d like to get involved and ask Chuck D a question, read the email I received announcing the show:
As someone who blogs about black history and culture, I thought this may be of interest to you and your readers. I hope that you will pass this information along.
I am writing to let you know that PBS Engage is featuring hip hop artist and civil rights activist, Chuck D, as part of the ongoing PBS Engage Asking… series.”
The series features a PBS celebrity or insider and asks visitors to send in questions to be answered the following week. The blog series has been very successful and we are excited to have Chuck D as our feature this week.
This is a chance for you to ask any questions you may have about Chuck D’s prolific career as a musician, his work on Freedom Songs: The Music of the Civil Rights Movement airing next month on PBS, and how music has influenced the civil rights movement.
Please visit the link and post your comments and questions here: http://www.pbs.org/engage/blog/ask-chuck-d
You can also visit PBS Engage at www.pbs.org/engage and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/pbsengage
For local TV view times visit the PBS Engage website.
The Gospel According to Crystal Justine by Tracey Michae’l Lewis
Filed under: Black Blogger Postings, Blog Entries, Business, Community, Family, Society & Culture
I heard about Tracy’s book via LinkedIn and thought I’d share it with the readers of this website. This post is all about showing love to our black authors, especially when they have a post worth talking about. Check out her website at traceymichaellewis.blogspot.com for more information on the author and the book.
Philadelphia, PA – May 19, 2009 – On June 9, 2009, one of the summer’s most highly anticipated novels will finally hit the shelves. Interruption: The Gospel According to Crystal Justine by Tracey Michae’l Lewis (Spring 1995 – Iota Mu Chapter) is the long awaited sequel to 2004’s The Gospel According to Sasha Renee. It is the second book in the “Gospel” trilogy. Each book examines the deeply rooted issues that have plagued three generations of women in one family. Pre-orders for the book are now being taken at the author’s website: http://traceymichaellewis.blogspot.com
The story is a fascinating journey through the life of Crystal Justine (CJ), a young woman who has, for most of her life, been compared to her mother, Sasha Renee, in both the best and the worst ways. Even as she struggles to escape the image and legacy of this enigma of a woman, she finds herself unconsciously acting out her mother’s (and grandmother) past mistakes. Her relationships with men, although few and far between, has been tainted by “the thing she cannot say” and her faith has been weakened by the emotional and spiritual blows her life has taken. This dynamic story of deliverance keeps readers, page by page, on the edge of their proverbial seats, wondering if CJ will simply succumb to the darkness that has chased her soul for as long as she could remember or if she will be the one to finally put an end to the generational curse that has tried to consume her family. Will she find true love, joy, and peace for the first time?
Lewis is a successful freelance writer, author, and entrepreneur based out of Philadelphia, PA. She is also prominent speaker whose wit and transparency has blessed audiences across the country. The following quotes are just a couple indicators of the excitement building around Lewis in the publishing industry and beyond.
“It is always good to see flowers spring up from the density of the forest. Tracey Michae’l Lewis is the newest flower on the forest floor. It will be wonderful to watch her grow.” – Nikki Giovanni, Legendary poet and professor at Virginia Tech University
“Tracey Michae’l Lewis has been given the gift to create a living, breathing reality that does not simply cause you to identify with her words. No, [she]…leads you to the highest Truth there is. And it is that ability, to weave together so many different pieces, from intellectual stimulation to spiritual enlightenment that propels Tracey past simply being good…If she continues on her path, she will be known as great. Indeed, even now, she is nearly there.” – John Gray, Inspirational Speaker and Filmmaker
For more information about Interruption: The Gospel According to Crystal Justine or to invite Lewis to your church, group, or chapter meeting, please contact NewSEASON Books at (215) 301-3202 or via email at newseasonbooks@gmail.com
Twitter: StandUpStickOut
Filed under: Blog Entries, Community, Education, Health, Technology, Twitter
The twitter explosion has begun and more people are flocking to it as a means of communicating with a mass audience. I get a lot of follow requests via Twitter. Some are worth sharing and the account for StandUpStickOut is tied to a website called Faces Of Our Children.
Faces of Our Children is a Non Profit Organization formed to educate the general public on issues concerning Sickle Cell Anemia and other diseases. The mission of Faces of Our Children, Inc. is dedicated to raising awareness, support and funding for the fight against sickle cell disease worldwide in cooperation with the Howard University Center for Sickle Cell Disease through the development and delivery of educational programs and materials via the internet and mass media at work sites and schools and through community-based organizations that will help effectuate progressive public policy and increase both government and corporate funding in order to significantly improve the lives of families with sickle cell disease and ultimately eliminate this deadly disease that afflicts not only people of color but people from India, Greece, Italy, the Middle East, South and Central American and the Caribbean.
For more information you can follow StandUpStickOut at twitter.com/StandUpStickOut.
President Obama’s Weekly Address – 05/23/09
Filed under: Blog Entries, Community, Family, Obama, Politics
On this Memorial Day weekend, President Obama calls on the American people to join him in paying tribute to America’s veterans, servicemen and women – particularly those who have made the ultimate sacrifice – and their families.
Go Speed Go!
Filed under: Blog Entries, Entertainment & Sports, Life
I was a fan of the Speed Racer cartoon and recently have become a fan of the movie. I heard it didn’t make much money, but the story line while cheesy at times really made me think. Speed Racer as a little boy dreamed about becoming a race car driving and being as good as his older brother Rex. Rex who Speed idolized, was killed in a race and Speed used everything his brother taught him to become the greatest racer ever.
It’s funny because I remember having posters of planes on my wall, yet I never really pursued flying because someone told me you can’t fly in the military if you wear glasses. Whether you liked the movie or not, there’s a message in it for all of us to heed. Those dreams and goals you have should never be overlooked and never let anyone keep you from doing something you love to do. I’ve been blessed to find other passions in life and I make sure I use my talents and abilities to help make this world a better place. People can and will try to stand in your way, but that’s when you set your eyes on the prize and push through them.
If you haven’t seen the movie, check it out. You might like it.
God is Making New Life
I get these emails from a member of the church I attend and thought I’d share:
2 CORINTHIANS 4:17 In our life we are overwhelmed with ‘information’. But so often information isn’t what we need. What we need to face the challenges of life is ‘formation’, the shaping of our lives into the people God destined us to be. The responsibility for this formation belongs to the Holy Spirit, the living, active presence of God who is with us every second of every minute of every day, concerned with every detail of our development.
Paul writes, ‘Every detail works to your advantage…So we’re not giving up. How could we! Even though on the outside it often looks like things are falling apart on us, on the inside, where God is making new life, not a day goes by without his unfolding grace’ (2 Corinthians 4:15-17 TM). Note the words, ‘we’re not giving up.’ Any time we want to move forward, obstacles are going to get in the way, and God’s Word teaches us that we should expect nothing less. The author HG Wells asked, ‘What on earth would a man do with himself if something didn’t stand in his way?’ Why did he say that? Because pushing against stuff strengthens our muscles! Each obstacle we overcome teaches us something new. We start shaping up, getting smarter and more confident. Check history, the greatest people were those who faced the most difficult challenges and found their true selves in the process!
Dallas South’s New Endeavor
Filed under: Black Blogger Postings, Blog Entries, Business, Community, Education, Entertainment & Sports, Family, General, Personal Finance, Society & Culture, Technology
I found out about Dallas South Blog via Google while searching for more information about Tavis Smiley’s visit to the Dallas area. I started reading the articles and was hooked on the very well-written, informative posts about the southern sector of Dallas. Due the fact that South Dallas had a large African-American population, the blog became my source of information for what was going on in the community.
Over the last couple of years, Dallas South Blog has grown into a popular online destination for those looking for stimulating political/social dialoug on a local and national level. This growth is largely due to the efforts of blogger Shawn Williams. But with growth, comes new oppotunities to take what you do to a higher level. This is where Dallas South News comes into play.
The Dallas South News will be a nonprofit organization utilizing technology, journalistic principles, and social media to empower and inform diverse communities. It will provide news coverage in the areas of local politics, education, health, housing, as well as commentary on state and national politics. As with all nonrpofit organizations, help is needed to keep it running and there are three things you can do to get involved.
So, now that I’ve captured your attention, click here to learn more about how you can participate in the Dallas South News endeavor.
President Obama’s Weekly Address – 05/16/09
Filed under: Blog Entries, Obama, Politics, Society & Culture
This week the President discusses breakthroughs on two issues where stakeholders from all sides, who once opposed each other, are coming together for real reform. On health care and energy, solutions would provide key pillars for a new foundation for the country.
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