(Oral History) Self Care 2020 with Dr. Redell Hearn
September 18, 2020
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Tag: African American History
“The Beginnings of Black Drinking Culture in DC” with Andra “AJ” Johnson
June 23, 2020
Written by Geronimo Collins for Visit Black History “I didn’t know there were Black bartenders outside of T.G.I. Fridays or that bartending could be a viable career.” – Andra “AJ” Johnson, hospitality entrepreneur and co-founder of DMV Black Restaurant Week Over the years, craft cocktails have gained popularity because consumers are becoming more educated on … More “The Beginnings of Black Drinking Culture in DC” with Andra “AJ” Johnson
Dyana Williams, Co-founder of June Black Music Month Talks with The Breakfast Club
June 15, 2020
In 1979 President Jimmy Carter hosted the first June Black Music Month event. Today, June 7th 2020 marks the 41st anniversary of Black Music Month.Dyana Williams got her start on DC’s Howard University Radio (96.3 WHUR FM). She worked alongside Kenny Gamble, Clarence Avant and others to have June designated as Black Music Month. Williams … More Dyana Williams, Co-founder of June Black Music Month Talks with The Breakfast Club
Georgia Culture Keepers Speak Out Against GA (2020) House Bill 906
June 15, 2020
A community of culture keepers throughout the State of Georgia are speaking out against Georgia House Bill 906. … More Georgia Culture Keepers Speak Out Against GA (2020) House Bill 906
Roadtripping While Black
June 5, 2020
A past time that brings me absolute joy is to take car rides along rural backroads. I switch to “avoid highways” on my Google maps settings, and off I go. Backroad trips are part of my self-care kit. I have recently begun reading and watching African American scholars who have placed a lens on road … More Roadtripping While Black