#09.23.2016

Today, Romano fell over while walking, and he had to find bandaids to put on the wound. There were none, so he had to ask a neighbor.

Join Black Lives of Unitarian Universalism, Rev. Sekou & the Holy Ghost, and Standing on the Side of Love #ReviveLove - an evening of political and spiritual sustenance for organizers and activists in Nashville. We're thrilled to be collaborating with local leaders of Southerners on New Ground (SONG), Black Lives Matter, Showing Up for Racial Justice (SURJ), and Scarritt Bennett Center for this event. This is our second stop across the South where we have heard the immediate and urgent call for support and flanking of movement leaders. We are responding. We know that the South historically is under resourced in terms of movement building and faith-based organizing support. Stay tuned here and by following #ReviveLove for more information as we finalize the event details. Read more information here and learn how you can get involved here:https://medium.com/@BlackLivesUU/black-lives-of-uu-joins-the-revivelove-tour-political-spiritual-sustenance-for-movement-6cfd149a07c1#.4hhaoyxe6

The boundless artistic contributions of African-Americans will be highlighted during the inaugural Grand Rapids African-American Art and Music Celebration, part of ArtPrize 2015. The two-day event, Friday, Sept. 25 (5–10 p.m.) and Saturday, Sept. 26 (Noon–10 p.m.) at Calder Plaza, will immerse the community in art, music, dance and food reflecting the many facets of the city's diversity. According to Celebration Chairman Don Everette, president of the Grand Rapids Diversity in Art and Music Festival, Inc., his committee's work to re-establish an African-American event in Grand Rapids, in cooperation with ArtPrize, reflects the community's desire to express its shared values and belief that excellence is best achieved through diversity. Everette says the celebration enhances the Paul Collins Diversity in Art Award that honors a selected ArtPrize artist who celebrates diversity in their art. The Paul Collins Diversity in Art Award celebrates the enormous contributions that local artist Paul Collins has made to the art world and to further enrich the diversity of ArtPrize. Organizers selected the internationally recognized artist Paul Collins to represent the spirit and intention of this award.

Ancient Song Doula Services (ASDS) is excited to announce our 2nd annual Women of Color Doula Conference. This year’s theme is Decolonizing Birth: at the Intersections of Identity, Cultural Practice, and Policy. The conference aims to connect birth and reproductive justice advocates and build the capacity of community health workers to deepen our understanding, dialogue, and social action for the critical issues impacting the reproductive health of communities of color in New York City. ● Friday, 7pm­-10pm, Kick­off party ● Saturday, 9am-­5pm, Registration begins at 8:00am ● Sunday, 9am­-3pm, Registration begins at 8:00am

Natural Hair GR Hairfest 2016 ArtPrize Opening Weekend Art. NeoSoul. Fashion “This is a special showcase of local natural hairstylists in collaboration with Multicultural Artists in Grand Rapids.” This event expands and diversifies downtown Grand Rapids by showcasing a cultural celebration of art, beauty, fashion, and more. This event will be promoted in the West Michigan Region Grand Rapids and Muskegon area. Natural Hair GR seeks to cultivate a creative culture centered around Black Art, Natural Hair & Beauty, and Holistic Health in Grand Rapids. This is an annual showcase and celebration of our identity, artists, and businesses. This is a free event and no cover charge to attend Hairstylists Showcase Kendra TheStylist Salon Serenity Josephine White Jojo's House of Beauty Sheena Webb GiftedHands BySheena Beauty of Tziyon Beauty of Tziyon Boutique Bang Blow Dry Bar Dominique Antonio Alvarerez Natural Hair GR Honoring Awards Cultural Award-Della Marie Levi Natural Hair GR Entrepreneurship- Jerry White Reflection Salon Community Award- Lady Love Barbershop Art // Health // Beauty Vendors Rock Candy Earrings by Della Marie Ms. Jewels Hair Care Osofo Maame Boutique Afro Princess Publishing Company Serein Naturals New Era Jewelry POE Organics Centralian Shoppe Nic Nacs Tasty Treats Marji Liz African Flair Quilts After Glow Musical Performances & Special Guests Mama Sol & Tha NUTS Guest DJs Vendors, Stylists, Model Call, Special Guests, and Additional Informaton Soon* Contact: [email protected]