NASHVILLE, TN — The Metropolitan Art Commission in collaboration with restorative Justice JJC Judge Sheila Calloway’s Court requested nonprofits and others to submit grants for art projects to restore youth through ART. The African American cultural Alliance submitted a project proposal to MAC/ Restorative Justice and it was accepted! The project entitled “Reach for Stars” a program for instructing, motivating, and inspiring young people through graphic art began May 13th and continued through July the 6th. The participants were provided by Miss Clemmie Greenlee Community activist and youth mentor. The classes were held at McGruder Center the instructors for the…
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NASHVILLE, TN — The 25th annual Greater Nashville Healthy For Good Heart Walk, held this past Saturday, October 16, 2017 at Vanderbilt University’s campus, raised over $1.7 million for the American Heart Association, the world’s leading voluntary organization dedicated to building healthier lives, free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke. Fundraising efforts for the Greater Nashville Heart Walk are still ongoing at www.nashvilleheartwalk.org. Several local companies and organizations were on hand to offer their support and inspire heart-healthy living. SMS Holdings was recognized as the organization who raised the most funds for the event while encouraging “heartwalking” and healthier lives. Correct…
By Sizwe Herring NASHVILLE, TN — It’s been a long time coming but we have a local victory to honor. After 17 years of EarthMatters October gatherings at the Carver Food Park promoting Indigenous Peoples Day, along with the hard work of the Native American Indian Association and others, we now have legislation documenting Nashville is doing the right thing. The Celebration The afternoon started at the Casa Azafran Community Center with a celebration. Atty. Albert Bender personally invited me to attend and I was proud to do so. He began the program with a history of the actual “man”…
Staff Reports October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and in observance of this important health issue, Fairfield M. B. Church, along with Susan G. Komen Central Tennessee and the National Consortium of Black Women In Ministry, Nashville Chapter, brought awareness to this issue with its Breast Cancer awareness activities on this past Saturday and Sunday. A huge health fair and Pink Sunday Service provided healthy opportunities for individuals. The Pampering with a Purpose Health Fair, held at the World Baptist Center in Nashville had approximately 2500 participants. Individuals could get mammograms and other health screenings such as dental and…
NASHVILLE, TN — Bullying, Emotional Abuse and Suicidal Behaviors are the focus of the seminar occurring on Sunday, October 29, at 4:00 P.M., at First Baptist Church, Capitol Hill, 620 Rosa Parks Blvd., Nashville. Bullying and Emotional Abuse occur in all age groups. Youth and Adults in school and out in the workplace encounter such situations where they are subjected to unwarranted physical contact, words or more subtle actions including cyber bullying–popular by all ages. Emotional and Psychological abuse can have a huge impact on your confidence and self-esteem. It can leave one feeling depressed, anxious and even suicidal. Suicidal…
NASHVILLE, TN — Members of Clark Memorial United Methodist Church, 1014 14th Ave. N., in Nashville are gearing up for a weekend of remembering their heritage. In celebration of 152 years of ministry, Clark Memorial will begin its 2017 homecoming with Heritage Saturday on October 28th. The weekend of celebration will culminate on Sunday with a Homecoming service at 10:00 a.m. and dinner on the grounds, immediately following. The theme for 2017 Homecoming is “A New Thing, Everyday, Each Generation Blessed.” Clark members are intrigued each Sunday, with anticipation of what the Rev. Dr. Herbert L. Lester, Jr. will present…
WHITES CREEK, TN — Fontanel, one of Nashville’s premier entertainment destinations announces a new event for Halloween. This year for the first time ever, the Mansion at Fontanel, former home of country legend Barbara Mandrell, will be open at night to experience ghoulish fun during the weekends of October 12 – 29th. Opposed to the typical daytime guided tour, the public is now invited to visit and enjoy the mansion in an open tour, with over-the-top Halloween decorations throughout. Guests will be able to enjoy all the country music memorabilia on display, hear ghost stories as shared by the mansions caretakers…
NASHVILLE, TN — Scarritt Bennett Center will celebrate the 125th anniversary of the Scarritt educational legacy with a Homecoming Weekend October 12th – 15th. Alumni, faculty and friends will celebrate the contributions Scarritt College and its associated institutions have made to community life within Nashville, across the nation and around the globe since 1892. As a college and graduate school the institution closed in 1987. In 1988, the United Methodist Women secured title to the campus and organized Scarritt Bennett Center (SBC). Focused on empowerment of women, radical hospitality, and the eradication of racism, SBC is a retreat, educational and…
NASHVILLE, TN — The event was held Saturday, Oct. 7 at Kingdom Cafe & Grill and was filled with joy and humble appreciation to be recognized. One Nashville held the awards event on behalf of Minority Enterprise Development Week Business Recognition Breakfast. Rev. Enoch Fuzz said, “This event highlights the success of minority entrepreneurs for their continuous successful work.” Dr. Deborah Cole, president/CEO of Citizens Bank, Scott and Malik Davis of the Nashville Pride and Loraine Segovia-Pazof LaNoticia newspapers and Marilyn Robinson of the Minority Enterprise Center were the award recipients. To sum up the appreciation from all the recipients,…