Nassau County Legislators Kevan Abrahams (D – Freeport) and Debra Mulé (D – Freeport) partnered with the Cedarmore Corporation to host a pop-up farmers market outside the Zion Cathedral Church of God in Christ in Freeport on Friday, Sept. 4. There, eligible shoppers ages 60 and older received $20 vouchers, distributed by the Nassau County […]
Are you unsure of what the coming school year is going to look like for your family? Are you already running out of meal ideas while juggling work from home and keeping track of the kids? With eMeals, you’ll never be stuck wondering what’s for dinner again. Each week you’ll receive family-friendly meal ideas that take […]
In this time of disruption due to COVID-19, it’s more important than ever to celebrate young people making a difference through volunteer service. Today through November 10, Prudential Financial and the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP) are calling on New York youth volunteers to apply for scholarships and national recognition through The Prudential Spirit […]
Special Olympics New York President & CEO Stacey Hengsterman today announced that nine New York high schools – including Southampton High School – have been named as National Banner Unified Champion Schools in recognition of their leadership in creating an inclusive school community where all students are accepted, celebrated, and included. The distinction marks the […]
Fall is a dog-gone good time to spend in your family yard. It’s also the top-dog time of year to prep our living landscape for another favorite season—spring. Here’s what you need to do now to have a fabulous and TurfMutt-approved family yard this fall and beyond. Remove Leaves: Mulching your leaves rather than raking and […]
COVID-19 may have shut down portions of the economy and put restrictions on Americans’ daily lives, but cyber scams and other efforts to defraud people continue to thrive. “Scammers are tapping into the uncertainty related to the global pandemic,” says Chris Orestis, the president of LifeCare Xchange who is known as the “Retirement Genius” (www.retirementgenius.com). “They are using […]
The American Museum of Natural History will be reopening its doors to Members on Wednesday, September 2, and to the general public on Wednesday, September 9. Advance ticket reservations are required and are available on amnh.org or through the Museum’s Explorer app. (For a trailer announcing the Museum’s reopening, click here.) Upon reopening, most of the Museum’s permanent halls will […]
One South Floridian barber is putting naturally wavy hair in the spotlight for African American men. Perry Petit-Beau is the creator of the Wave Glyder, the handheld styling tool helping men achieve the smooth, wavy hair pattern they’re looking for outside of the barbershop. The Wave Glyder easily tackles stubborn hairs and boosts smoothness and shine […]
This can be an especially frustrating and worrisome time for job seekers. Massive unemployment resulting from the coronavirus pandemic reflects decline and uncertainty in many industries. With fewer companies hiring, some workers who were laid off or furloughed face a more competitive job search. But while it’s easy to get discouraged, employment numbers are creeping back, and retooling […]
The good people of the East Village can now rejoice, because Harlem favorite, Baked Cravings, is soon to be their new neighbor! Baked Cravings is a mecca of delicious, inventive baked goods and snacks that is also dedicated to maintaining an entirely nut-free facility, so their delightful offerings can be enjoyed by all. Baked Cravings uses only […]
The Black Business Association (BBA), the oldest active ethnic business support organization in the State of California, headquartered in Los Angeles, in observance of “National Women’s Equality Day”, commemorates the 2020 Salute to Black Women Virtual Empowerment Summit Fundraiser. This notable event will take place on Wednesday, August 26, 2020, from 1:00 to 2:00 PM PDT online (Streaming details coming soon). […]
New Children’s Book “Keeping Your Cool” How to Stay Cool at Home or in School by Renée McRae helps students manage their emotions and behavior at home and school. Keeping Your Cool by Renée McRae, is a fun, short story written in rhyming verse filled with scenarios and tips to help students better manage their […]
The fresh fish experts at Bonefish Grill are pleasing every palate with an expanded selection featuring new surf and turf culinary pairings, all-time classics back by popular demand and Family Bundle additions. In addition, carry-out and delivery are now easier than ever with the convenience of online ordering, bringing expertly crafted dishes directly to guests’ homes. Perfect Pairings is […]
PushBlack, the country’s largest non-profit Black media company, recently sat down with actors, activists, and icons Kerry Washington and Gabrielle Union to discuss Black motherhood. The expansive, affirming, and extremely frank conversation explored what Black liberation for mothers means, the role of Black mothers in creating and holding spaces for generational trauma – and joy – […]
Petty Officer 1st Class Krystal Belcher, a native of Brooklyn, New York, is serving aboard the guided missile destroyer USS Thomas Hudner (DDG 116). The ship is currently operating in the Atlantic Ocean in support of naval operations. Belcher joined the Navy to see the world, find a better life and have educational opportunities. Now, […]
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