July 2008 Archive

She's been a bright star in Denver and Colorado for years and the glow of her accomplishments has been seen around the globe. Cleo Parker Robinson, founder, executive artistic director and choreographer for the Dance Ensemble and School bearing her name, is once again bringing a wealth of dance and culture to Denver...

The chance to live a dream, have independence and control over one’s own images, to bring cultures together, and be the...

After 28 years, former Omaha-based Salt and Pepper Art Studios partners, Rosalind “Bee” Harris and Beth Cathcart recently spent four days of catching up on the past and making new memories for the future...

Sixteen months have passed since we first stood together on the steps of the Old State Capitol in Springfield, Illinois. Thousands of miles have been traveled; millions of voices have been heard...

It's that time of the summer when the music is at its best, people come to the park and entertain their ears and eyes with the sounds and sights of the Black Arts Festival. In its 22nd year, the festival in City Park South from Friday to Sunday, July 11 to 13, has been dubbed “A Vivid View” by founders and organizers...

Twenty-one recent high school graduates were honored at the 36th Annual Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc. Scholarship Luncheon at the Denver Marriott Hotel City Center in May...

On June 7, the Owl Club of Denver held the 57th Annual Debutante Presentation at the Marriott City Center Hotel where 33 outstanding young ladies from the Denver Metro area were presented on the basis of scholarship, moral character, leadership and outstanding community achievements.

How is one to know when it is important to go to the Emergency Department? Some simple advice may help...

Like a time capsule, cracked open and spilling forth treasures from the 1930s, ‘40s, and ‘50s, Live . . .At The Rossonian enlightened those of us who have been curious about the gilded history of that wonderful venue – probably the most famous club between Kansas City and San Francisco – for Black audiences of music, dance and comedy. Live let us feel the magic that was the original Rossonian, when Black folks were limited in where they could enjoy that magic and its presentation...

This is an open letter to those white women who, despite their proclamations of progressivism, and supposedly because of their commitment to feminism, are threatening to withhold support from Barack Obama in November. You know who you are...

Jimmie Lee Smith smiles proudly as he looks across rows of seats in the Neighborhood Flix Cinema & Café. The family-owned business opened its doors in November 2007, giving Denver movie goers an upscale “dinner and a movie” experience...

There’s plenty to be excited about in August at the Democratic National Convention when Senator Barack Obama is set to become the nation's first African-American presidential candidate of a major party...

As far back as she can remember, 14-year old Alexis Haynes has worked on her mother’s farm – no matter that she lives in a big city, where school, shopping malls, the Internet and dozens of other activities could easily occupy her time. “The farm’s almost like a person to me. I can’t imagine life without it,” Haynes said...

The 20th Anniversary of the National Black Arts Festival will be a birthday celebration where the audience receives the gifts. Taking place in metro Atlanta over a ten day period beginning July 18, 2008, the highly acclaimed festival will take fans on an awe inspiring journey through visual arts, music, film, dance, theatre, literary, spoken word and the humanities...

On June 10, Girl Scouts of Colorado announced the 20 new Denver Women of Distinction for 2008 at an evening reception at The Landmark, an exquisite new condominium home complex in Greenwood Village...

Hosting the Democratic National Convention represents a tremendous economic and marketing opportunity for Metro Denver and Colorado, as well as a chance for local residents to witness and participate in a historical event.

Boasting a 100 percent graduation rate for the 8th consecutive year, the Ron Brown Scholar Program, the nation’s leading scholarship program for African American youth, congratulated Ron Brown Scholar and Yale University graduate Crystal Paul-Laughinghouse of Denver...

Blending the flavor of ripe mangos with sweet rum and the refreshing citrus and mint flavors of the popular mojito, the Mango Mojito is a perfect complement to Benihana’s delicious teppanyaki dishes.

They are a group of the most calm, humble and gracious professionals, yet they also have a hobby that fulfills their burning passion for battle inside a fenced ring. They are the participants in the Explosive Championship Fighting – a mixed martial arts competition that’s part of the sports and entertainment mix in the metro area...

We live in a toxic world. Both visible and invisible hazards are everywhere and can take a toll on our health. Water can contain pesticides and heavy metals; food contains chemical residues and various forms of dangerous bacteria and our air is polluted beyond description.

Liberals say they believe in a government that benefits all. Conservatives push family values. Each side will tell you it knows what is best for American... The United States imprisons more people than any other country in the world. The majority of these people – 80 percent – are locked away for drug-related crimes, many of whom are low-level drug offenders...

City Smarts: Amid spring-fed rivers and rolling hills, San Antonio’s rich culture flourishes with a repertoire of culture, architecture and historic legacies that welcomes 26 million business and leisure travelers each year. Originally part of colonial Spain, San Antonio has evolved into an ideal business destination and stands as the seventh largest city in the nation with a population of just under two million...

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Volunteers Needed For Black Arts Festival Denver Black Arts Festival wants your participation. Are you looking to have fun this summer? Enjoy working with people? Better yet, got time on your hands and not sure what to do?...

Real Men Cook Kicks Off 19th Annual Father's Day Celebration Chicago -- Real Men Cook, America's premiere urban Father's Day family tradition that pays tribute to the family, will be held in 11 cities on Father’s Day, June 15

Well, it’s finally here and none too soon to enjoy the many summer events happening in the Mile High City.

CBCC Presents Community Legends Awards The Colorado Black Chamber of Commerce (CBCC) presented awards to 18 community leaders last month at New Hope Baptist Church Family Life Center. Legends of the past and future were honored, including such notables

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Like a time capsule, cracked open and spilling forth treasures from the 1930s, ‘40s, and ‘50s, Live . . .At The Rossonian enlightened those of us who have been curious about the gilded history of that wonderful venue – probably the most famous club between Kansas City and San Francisco – for Black audiences of music, dance and comedy. Live let us feel the magic that was the original Rossonian, when Black folks were limited in where they could enjoy that magic and its presentation...

"When it came to treating her citizens of African descent fairly, America failed… The government put them outside...

Since 1976, the National Urban League has released its annual State of Black America (SOBA) report...

From the proposal to build a wall across the United States southern border to rounding up every undocumented immigrant for deportation, the logistics, expense and feasibility of any proposal addressing immigration issues are going to be difficult, particularly in the current economy. With current societal divisions, any political suggestion will be under hot debate and scrutiny...

Legal scholars, health-care advocates and public officials participating in the Freedom's Voice Conference in April depicted a health and prison crisis that is limiting opportunities for people of color and devastating our communities...

While mainstream America seems to concentrate only on the presidential candidates of the two major parties...

As the U.S. becomes increasingly diverse, ethnic markets present new and valuable opportunities...