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Mother’s Day Performance Featuring Kori Withers With Special Guest Valerie Simpson To Honor Bill Withers And ‘Grandma’s Hands’

By NEW YORK TREND / April 16, 2024 /

Celebrate Mother’s Day with a special musical tribute to Bill Withers and his iconic song “Grandma’s Hands” in New York City. Bill Withers‘ beloved track “Grandma’s Hands” has been reimagined in various forms, including an illustrated children’s book and an animated music video. Now, join his daughter, Kori Withers, and music legend Valerie Simpson for…

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100 Black Men of Eastern New York, Inc. Let’s Talk About It Series Breaking Down Barriers to Mental Healthcare

By NEW YORK TREND / May 2, 2023 / Comments Off on 100 Black Men of Eastern New York, Inc. Let’s Talk About It Series Breaking Down Barriers to Mental Healthcare

Hempstead, New York – Black Men from throughout the Eastern New York area gathered in Hempstead, New York on April 19th, 2023 to have a dialogue concerning breaking down barriers to Mental Healthcare.  The panel was the brainchild of 100 Black Men of Eastern New York, and it was comprised of a diverse group of men…

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100 Black Men of Eastern New York, Inc. Inaugural Meeting in Hempstead A Huge Success

By NEW YORK TREND / April 3, 2023 / Comments Off on 100 Black Men of Eastern New York, Inc. Inaugural Meeting in Hempstead A Huge Success

Hempstead, New York – On March 30th, 2023 the 100 Black Men of Eastern New York, Inc. hosted its inaugural meeting in the Village of Hempstead, New York. 100 Black Men of Eastern New York, Inc. attendees at 100 Black Men of Eastern New Yor, Inc. Left to Right: Deon Brown, Long Island African American…

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100 Black Men of Eastern New York, Inc. Inaugural Meeting in Hempstead A Huge Success

By NEW YORK TREND / April 3, 2023 / Comments Off on 100 Black Men of Eastern New York, Inc. Inaugural Meeting in Hempstead A Huge Success

Hempstead, New York – On March 30th, 2023 the 100 Black Men of Eastern New York, Inc. hosted its inaugural meeting in the Village of Hempstead, New York. 100 Black Men of Eastern New York, Inc. attendees at 100 Black Men of Eastern New Yor, Inc. Left to Right: Deon Brown, Long Island African American…

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100 Black Men of Eastern New York, Inc. Inaugural Black History Month Program a Huge Success

By NEW YORK TREND / March 24, 2023 / Comments Off on 100 Black Men of Eastern New York, Inc. Inaugural Black History Month Program a Huge Success

On Thursday, February 23rd, 2023 the 100 Black Men of Eastern New York, Inc. hosted its inaugural Black History Month program at Jovia Financial Credit Union. The 100 Black Men of Eastern New York, Inc. is a newly chartered chapter of 100 Black Men of America, Inc. Its leadership has a lengthy record of serving Downstate, New…

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100 Black Men of America, Inc. grants 100 Black Men of Eastern New York, Inc. Charter Membership

By NEW YORK TREND / December 24, 2022 / Comments Off on 100 Black Men of America, Inc. grants 100 Black Men of Eastern New York, Inc. Charter Membership

New York, New York — 100 Black Men of America, Inc. grants 100 Black Men of Eastern New York, Inc. Charter Membership in New York. The 100 Black Men of Eastern New York, Inc. was incorporated on December 27th, 2021 in New York State. The organizers have a long history of community engagement in Downstate, New York area, and…

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Weekly Community Op-Ed / Mayor Eric Adams

By NEW YORK TREND / September 28, 2022 / Comments Off on Weekly Community Op-Ed / Mayor Eric Adams

Sat., Sept. 17 – Fri., Sept. 23, 2022 Mayor Eric Adams (Photo: https://twitter.com/NYCMayor/photo) Last week, the United Nations gathered in our city for the annual General Assembly, the first in-person Assembly in two years. I was honored to meet with leaders from all over globe to discuss the many issues we’re facing, from migration to…

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National Black Business Month 2022 Small Business Awards Reception Held In Westbury, N.Y.

By NEW YORK TREND / August 26, 2022 / Comments Off on National Black Business Month 2022 Small Business Awards Reception Held In Westbury, N.Y.

Long Island, New York – On August 25th, 2022 Black Legacy Partners, LLC hosted their inaugural National Black Business Month Awards Reception in commemoration of National Black Business Month at the Courtyard Marriott in Westbury, New York.  Black Legacy Partners, LLC honored six extraordinary small business owners as part of their acknowlegement of the contributions…

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United States Black Chambers, Inc. Names New York States Largest Black Chamber LIAACC Spoke of the Month August 2022

By NEW YORK TREND / August 12, 2022 / Comments Off on United States Black Chambers, Inc. Names New York States Largest Black Chamber LIAACC Spoke of the Month August 2022

New York, New York – United States Black Chambers, Inc. names New York States largest black chamber LIAACC Spoke of the Month August 2022. The Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce, Inc. serves the four counties of Kings, Queens, Nassau and Suffolk. The USBC Community Economic Development Corporation (USBC CEDC), providing services to the…

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Long Island Association Presented Its Inaugural Small Business Conference At Hofstra University’s Student Center

By NEW YORK TREND / August 8, 2022 / Comments Off on Long Island Association Presented Its Inaugural Small Business Conference At Hofstra University’s Student Center

Long Island, New York – On June 16th, 2022 the Long Island Association presented its inaugural Small Business Conference at Hofstra University’s Student CenterThe Small Business Conference was a huge success and attracted nearly 300 attendees.   The conference was a half day; the am session included a panel discussion which used a workshop format which…

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