Press Releases & Commentary Newsmaker Shirley Sherrod to Address Black Journalists at Annual Convention -- SAN DIEGO, Calif. (JULY 27, 2010)— Newsmaker Shirley Sherrod is set to appear before thousands of journalists on Thursday, July 29 at the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) Annual Convention in San Diego, Calif. Sherrod has made headlines over the past two weeks for her forced resignation from the
Changing Homebuying Landscape Takes Center Stage at Minority Real Estate Professionals Convention -- Lenders, asset managers, public officials, Realtists®, and housing counselors strategize to make homeownership viable for multicultural community at NAREB Convention Washington, DC – July 27, 2010 - Short sales, bank owned properties, tightened lending guidelines, and innovative public/private sector community revitalization initiatives rank high on the agenda of the National
The Gantt Report - Commentary by Lucius Gantt -- I enjoy watching Rush Hour 1,2 and 3 movies starring Cris Tucker and Jackie Chan but the recent “Rush Hour 4” episode starring leaders of the NAACP and at least one celebrated Black journalist were shocking and not silly like the theatrical versions. Leaders of the NAACP and one of
America In Red, White and You - Commentary by Raynard Jackson -- During the past two weeks, Americans has once again been forced to confront our intractable issue of race—live and in living color. Regular readers of my column are well aware of my writing modus operandi. My job is not to make you agree with what I write, but rather to
GA Coalition of Black Women supports Shirley Sherrod & calls for conversation on gender equity -- Rita Jackson Samuels , founder of the Georgia Coalition of Black Women (GCBW) issued the following statement about the forced resignation of Ms. Shirley Sherrod who served as Georgia State Director for Rural Development at the U.S. Department of Agriculture: “The Georgia Coalition for Black Women would like to publicly
The N.A.A.C.P. Has Racism Down To A Tea (Party) - Commentary by Raynard Jackson -- Every time the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) raises its head, somehow they seem to find a new way of embarrassing themselves (and the Black community).curso empresa finanza habilidad directiva empowerment management potencia iniciativa They are currently having their national conference in Kansas City, MO. And they have made a media splash this year
We Don't Need Another Hero - Commentary by Lucius Gantt -- The Gantt Report As hard as it may be for some readers to believe, Lucius Gantt is a very spiritual person. I try to attend worship services every Sabbath Day at a little church in North Florida. Almost every Sunday morninginternet phone someone feels the need to pray for President Barack
Who Is John Locke? - Commentary by Joseph C. Phillips -- I am willing to wager my house that not one of my son’s seventh-grade classmates could identify John Locke in a photo. I am then willing to let that wager ride on another gamble that less than one percent of the seventh or eighth-graders in the Los Angeles Unified School
Kemba Smith Pradia to Receive Indiana Black Expo’s Humanitarian Award -- Kemba Smith Pradia will receive Indiana Black Expo’s humanitarian award at this year’s Corporate Luncheon, Thursday, July 15, 2010 at the Indiana Convention Center in downtown Indianapolis. The Senator Carolyn Brown Mosby Above & Beyond Award, named after the late Indiana State Senator (D-Gary) is presented annually to someone who
No More Doubting Thomas - Commentary by Raynard Jackson -- Last week I wrote about the need for Blacks to become more politically sophisticated. Blacks are way too emotional about things they can’t control. We tend to get emotional after the fact, when nothing can be done to change a situation. In politics, it’s far easier to stop something from
Independence and the Right to Private Property - Commentary by Joseph C. Phillips -- The right to private property was one of the central issues involved in the American Revolution. The colonists’ cries of “taxation without representation” were but protests of what they saw as an unjust taking of private property. The Declaration of Independence charges the King of England with engaging in 10
Grammy Nominated Producer Kashif Sponsors Music Camp for Foster Kids -- Kashif University and Department of Children & Family Services Host Music Recording Camp July 12-23, 2010 Los Angeles, CA - With California's budget crisis wreaking havoc on the poor, some of thecaffreys furniture austin texasmerchant account creditestructura politica imperio bizantino hardest hit are youth in foster care and their guardians. Having experienced eight foster homes between the ages
Silence Can Be So Loud - Commentary by Raynard Jackson -- What is amazing about the confirmation hearing of Elaine Kagan for the Supreme Court is not the loud rancoring coming out of the Republican Party, but the deafening silence coming from the radical left—especially within the Black and Latino communities. Their silence speaks so loud. When will the Black community
Frederick Douglass’ 4th of July Speech: “What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?” - Commentary by H. Lewis Smith -- In Frederick Douglass’ July 5, 1852, Fourth of July speech, he told the audience: “What, to the American slave, is your 4th of July? I answer; a day that reveals to him, more than all other days in the year, the gross injustice and cruelty to which he is the
Spirit of Democracy Awards Gala Pays Tribute to Dr. Dorothy I. Height -- Participation's recent Spirit of Democracy Awards Gala in Washington, DC. Pictured L-R: Richard Womack Sr., AFL-CIO; Marc Morial, National Urban League; LaToya Foster, TV Personality; Melanie L .Campbell, The National Coalition; Makani Themba Nixon, The Praxis Project; Ralph B. Everett, Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies; Congressman William "Lacy
Hi Point Studios Launches Goodness Media for Film and Music -- Hollywood, CA - Nestled between Hollywood and Beverly Hills, Hi Point Studios is a production house based in the capital of entertainment, Los Angeles. Run by the movie making team, brothers, producer Paul Goldsby and director Kennedy Goldsby, alongside co-producer Frank Pinnock, Hi Point Studios is quickly establishing itself as
The Leadership Deficit - Commentary by Joseph C. Phillips -- Appearing on CNN with Anderson Cooper, film director Spike Lee implored President Obama to infuse his handling of the Gulf oil spill with more emotion. Demonstrating the astute analysis we have come to expect from the director, Lee implored Obama to “one time, go off.” Perhaps he is of the
Alvin Greene, My Kind of Guy - Commentary by Lucius Gantt -- The Gantt Report - Pardon me if I don’t get it but I can’t understand why so many people are upset because African American Alvin Greene won a Primary Election in South Carolina. Haters are sayinglatinchat cam on line feehipoteca credito casa that Greene ismobile phone for sale mentally deficient but I never saw any psychological test results for
League of Black Women Going Global With its 7th Annual Leadership Conference 'Black Women 2010 Global Ready' in Tampa, FL -- TAMPA, Fla., - Professional, high-ranking Black women from around the country will convene to discuss Black women's prospects for global leadership at the League of Black Women's 7th annual leadership conference "Black Women 2010 Global Ready" June 15-19 at the Innisbrook Resort and Golf Club in Tampa, Florida. "This year's
Dads and Coaching - Commentary by Joseph E. Phillips -- I am an assistant coach on my middle son’s youth football team. Football practice begins in August and I have spent the last two weeks reading up on defensive alignments, surfing coaching websites, and sending e-mail to some of the high school coaches in the area begging for coaching tips
UNCF Hosts Building Green Learning Institute Featuring Green Building and Sustainability Experts -- SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS, UNCF–the United Negro College Fund–the nation's largest and most effective minority education organization, is hosting its third Building Green Learning Institute on June 10-12 at the Westin Riverwalk Hotel in San Antonio, TX. More than 100 representatives from minority-serving two-and four-year colleges and universities, along with the
Former American Idol Ruben Studdard to Perform at Real Men Cook Atlanta Father’s Day Celebration -- CLICK HERE to Watch video from Real Men Cook Atlanta 2009 Mayor Kasim Reed & Canton Jones performing Theemployment in usa “Velvet Teddy Bear,” Ruben Studdard, Congressman John Lewis, Cascade United Methodist Church Pastor Marvin Moss and actress Victoria Rowell will join top Atlanta chefs, celebrity tasters and judges, and over one
The Sestak Affair Will Not Go Quietly - Commentary by Joseph C. Phillips -- If the Obama White House believes the controversy surrounding the administrations engagement with Congressman Joe Sestak (D-Pa.) will “go gently into that goodnight,” they are sorely mistaken. The more we Americans learn of the affair, the more questions we have. In February of this year, cable talk-show host Larry Kane
Jackson State University Selects Vincent Sylvain as the 2010 Recipient of the Walter Payton Award -- The New Orleans Metro Chapter of the Jackson State University National Alumni Chapter has selected local entrepreneur Mr. Vincent T. Sylvain as the 2010 recipient of their annual Walter Payton Award. Mr. Sylvain is the third recipient of the award. Prior awardees include local entertainer Stephanie Jordan and former Jackson
First Images of Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial Construction Site Now Available Via Web Camera -- (AANEWSWIRE)(Washington, D.C.--June 3, 2010) – A new "MLK Construction Cam" is up and running to allow every American and citizen around the world to tour the Washington, DC Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial worksite on the National Mall. To view the site, visit www.MLKMemorial.org/earthcam. This is an interactive experience
Juanita Bynum Releases a New EP on New Label, Music World Gospel/Son Flower Records, a Division of Music World Entertainment -- (Houston, TX) - Music World Gospel/Son Flower Records, a division of Music World Entertainment is set to release a new EP, "The Diary of Juanita Bynum: Soul Cry (Oh, Oh, Oh)," from world-renowned gospel recording artist Juanita Bynum on June 22. The music trilogy is the first of a three-tier
Amnesty is a “Terror-ble” Idea - Commentary by Raynard Jackson -- Am I the only who is sick and tired of illegals telling me what their rights are in this country? Am I the only one who is sick and tired of pro-amnesty groups trotting out all the sob stories from illegals—“their mother brought them here when they were little kids
NAACP to Celebrate 101st Year In Kansas City Missouri -- GATHERING TO TACKLE SOLUTIONS TO CRISES FACING POOR COMMUNITIES CICELY TYSON, CONGRESSMAN BOBBY SCOTT, CONGRESSMAN EMANUEL CLEAVER, REVEREND JESSE JACKSON, REVEREND AL SHARPTON, ACTRESS TATYANA ALI AND BEBE AND CECE WINANS AMONG HIGHLIGHTS ACADEMIC, CULTURAL, TECHNOLOGICAL AND SCIENTIFIC OLYMPICS (ACT-SO), YOUTH AND COLLEGE DIVISION TO CRAFT NEW YOUTH CIVIL RIGHTS
Bill Cosby and Malcolm-Jamal Warner Launch Duets & Dialogues Series at the California African American Museum -- Kick-off Fundraiser to Feature Bill Cosby and Malcom Jamal Warner: A Conversation and Q & A From Television's Most Loved Father/Son Duo Los Angeles - The California African American Museum (CAAM) has played host to some of Los Angeles' most culturally significant events over the last 30 years. From art
Rand Paul is on the Wrong Side of History - by National Urban League President & CEO Marc H. Morial -- "I am, therefore, asking the Congress to enact legislation giving all Americans the right to be served in facilities which are open to the public -- hotels, restaurants, theaters, retail stores, and similar establishments. This seems to me to be an elementary right." - President John F. Kennedy,especialistas medicamento veterinario santiago chile June 11
Political Independents - Commentary by Lucius Gantt -- The Gantt Report - Now, more than ever, African American voters across the country are declaring their “independence” from the Democratic and Republican parties. Political registration figures reveal that the fastest growing group of newly registered voters have registered as having “No Party Affiliation”. Well, we are always late in
God in Our Classrooms - Commentary by Joseph C. Phillips -- Such was our founder’s belief in the preeminence of God that when the First Continental Congress convened in 1774, Massachusetts delegate Thomas Cushing suggested to the assembly that together they pray for divine guidance and protection. The historical events that would forever change the world were preparing to unfold: war
More Black Political Loses - Commentary by Lucius Gantt -- The Gantt Report - After the election of President Barack Obama, many African Americans said to themselves, “If Barack Obama can win an election, I can too!” That comment was ambitious, but unrealistic. Most of the African American seeking victories in 2010 elections in the cities where Black-owned newspapers are
The A-Pauling House of Pain - Commentary by Raynard Jackson -- The last week has provided a riches of embarrassments within the political arena. I sometimes wish I had a daily column, but somehow I will attempt to consolidate these embarrassing events into a coherent piece that will adequately do justice to each issue. Let’s start with Republican senate candidate, Rand
The National Coalition Partners with African American Clergy Network for Census Campaign -- God ordered Moses to "take a census" of the children of Israel to determine the strength of the people to address challenges they faced (Numbers 1:1, 2) Washington, DC - Sunday, May 30, 2010 marks the first Sunday of The National Coalition on Black Civic Participation's (The National Coalition) month-long
The Wire's" Wood Harris and Jamie Hector Reunite in a Pulse-Pounding Film About the Brutal Hip-Hop Industry -- Chatsworth, CA - Two men are struggling on both ends of the volatile hip-hop scene: one reaching for fame, the other desperately holding onto that precious notoriety. During the course of 24 hours their paths will meet within the confines of this cutthroat and competitive industry. On July 20, Image
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Government to the Rescue - Commentary by Joseph C. Phillips -- In politics, the crisis game works like this: pet issues are turned into national concerns, which then become the object of study for social scientists. The media then substantiate the concerns by publishing the opinions of social scientists, and thus elevate the issue to the level of a crisis. Once
Political Self Destruction - Commentary by Lucius Gantt -- The Gantt Report - “Self destruction, you’re headed for self destruction. Self destruction, you’re headed for self destruction”! Those are some lyrics from an old school rap song about Black on Black violence but those same words could be used to describe what is going on in politics today. In
The Black Women’s Roundtable Statement on President Barack Obama’s Nomination of Solicitor General Elena Kagan -- The National Coalition on Black Civic Participation’s Black Women’s Roundtable (BWR) issued the following statement about President Barack Obama’s nomination of Solicitor General Elena Kagan to succeed retiring Justice John Paul Stevens: "As women leaders, we greatly respect Solicitor General Kagan’s intellectual capabilities and highly accomplished record in the Administration
Drug Bust or Racist Revenge? Jena back in the News -- by Jordan Flaherty -- Sheriff Scott Franklin of Jena says he is trying to rid his community of drugs. Critics say he is pursuing a vendetta against the town’s Black community. At four am on July 9 of last year, more than 150 officers from 10 different agencies gathered in a large barn just
CBC Foundation Announces 40th Annual Legislative Conference -- WASHINGTON - The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation (CBCF) will host its 40th Annual Legislative Conference (ALC) from September 15-18 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C. This year's conference theme is Celebrating The Vision, Continuing The Journey, Advancing The Mission. ALC provides an outlet to highlight the
New Biography of Kingpin Ike Atkinson Disputes Claims of Frank Lucas and "American Gangster" Movie -- Raleigh, Northiusacell codigo Carolina - In April of 2007, 84-year old Ike Atkinson was released from federal prison after serving a 32-year prison term. There were no cameras and little fanfare as the man deemed the biggest American drug kingpin ever to operate out of Asia was set free. Atkinson, who
Congressman William Clay to Receive Spirit of Democracy Award -- Washington, DC -Chairman of the House Subcommittee on Information Policy, Census, and National Archives, Congressman William Lacy Clay (D-MO), is among the National Coalition on Black Civic Participation's 2010 Spirit of Democracy Award recipients, Melanie L. Campbell, executive director and CEO of The National Coalition, announced recently. The awards will
Reflections on Dr. Dorothy Height - Melanie Campbell, Evelyn Lowery, Felicia Davis -- "Today we mourn the passing of our beloved leader, teacher, mentor and guide, Dr. Dorothy I. Height. Dr. Height dedicated her life to civil rights, human rights and women's rights in our nation and around the world. Dr. Height was a founding board member of The National Coalition on Black
Statement by Rep. Fudge on the Passing of Civil Rights Matriarch Dr. Dorothy Irene Height -- WASHINGTON, D.C. –Today, Representative Marcia L. Fudge (D-OH) issued the following statement on the passing of Dr. Dorothy Irene Height, Civil Rights advocate and humanitarian: "Today Civil Rights icon and humanitarian Dr. Dorothy Height passed away. She was my friend, my mentor, and my predecessor as national president of Delta
Haley’s Comet - Commentary by Raynard Jackson -- Just like Halley’s Comet only comes around every so often, so does a politician like Mississippi governor, Haley Barbour. He is completing his second term as governor and is term limited from seeking another term. Barbour, a lawyer by training, has one of the most impressive backgrounds of anyone on
CNN's Soledad O'Brien Named Journalist of the Year by Black Journalists Group -- WASHINGTON, D.C. April 22, 2010 -- The National Association of Black Journalists named CNN's Soledad O'Brien Journalist of the Year at its spring Board of Directors meeting. O'Brien will join other top honorees at the association's Salute to Excellence Gala, on July 31 in San Diego, during NABJ's 35th Annual
Race Is the Least of the Problems - Commentary by Joseph C. Phillips -- The people of Mississippi have not been angels. The history of the Magnolia State and segregation invites the kind of scrutiny and criticism that has recently been visited upon the state. Media reports that the Walthall County School District has been ordered to stop segregating its schools raised the ire
A Liberal Solution to Black Unemployment - Commentary by Raynard Jackson -- Every time I try to give radical, Black, liberals the benefit of the doubt when it comes to doing what’s in the best interest of our own community, I am saddened to conclude that I doubt that there is any benefit. They claim to represent the Black community, but yet
Stevie Wonder’s Son, Mumtaz Morris, and Director Dennis Mckinley among Judges for Unity Diaspora Coalition Census Poster and Social Media Competition -- Washington, DC - Talented R&B/hip-hop artist/producer/singer and son of music icon Stevie Wonder, Mumtaz Ekow Morris, and music video director, Dennis Mckinley, will join representatives from community based organizations asad dating makeover personal photo judges for the National Coalition on Black Civic Participation's Unity Diaspora Coalition (UDC) Census Poster and Social Media Competition. The
Conservative or Conservationist? - Joseph C. Phillips -- A little bit of wisdom that was shared with me not too long ago. “God gave us a Powerful gift – your mind. As you look around at any object, it began as an idea in some one’s mind. Any change of situation begins as a thought.” Indeed there is
CBC Public Hearing Notice Out of Work but Not Out of Hope: Addressing the Crisis of the Chronically Unemployed -- The Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) will hold a hearing to examine policy solutions that address the needs of the “chronically unemployed” on Wednesday, March 17, 2010 from 9:00-11:00am in room 2237 Rayburn House Office Building on Capitol Hill. This hearing, “Out of Work but Not Out of Hope: Addressing the
Fear Factor - Commentary by Raynard Jackson -- I originally had no intention of commenting on the recent controversy surrounding the Republican National Committee’s (RNC) most recent foray into racial politics. But, because of the volume of phone calls and emails asking me to give my take, I have decided to oblige my followers. Let me state this
African, Caribbean, Afro Latino, and African American Leaders Count Down To National Census Day -- Washington, DC - The urgent need for better schools, roads,courtney love how dirty girlsprecio vivienda usa andmcafee total protection 2007 full iso multilanguage password healthcare in disadvantaged neighborhoods are only a few of the reasons people of color should be eager to complete and return their census form, Melanie L. Campbell told several Black groups assembled at the US Capitol today for The
NAACP Elects Roslyn M. Brock to Chair Board of Directors -- NEW YORK, NY – The NAACP named Roslyn M. Brock as Chair of the Board of Directors at its Annual Board Meeting on February 20 at the New York Hilton. Brock, 44, became the youngest ever and fourth woman to serve as Chair of the NAACP’s Board of Directors. A
I’ve Got Your Deficit Commission Right Here! - Commentary by Joseph C. Phillips -- Even as a bloodbath looms in the November distance, the Obama administration continues to push healthcare because they know that Americans love their entitlements like winos love wine. They are betting the farm that once that fiery warmth begins running through the National body we will not only love national
Business As Usual: President Obama Meets with Black Leaders - Commentary by Raynard Jackson -- Can you imagine Michael Jordan seeking advice on basketball from a ping pong player, or Tiger Woods seeking advice on his golf swing from a rugby player, or Bill Gates seeking advice on technology from a Buddhist monk? Even Hollywood, with all its creative energy, could not have come up
Secretary of Health and Human Services Kathleen Sebelius to Deliver Keynote Address at the National Association of Black Journalists Conference on Health Disparities -- Washington, D.C., February 17, 2010 - Secretary of Health and Human Services Kathleen Sebelius will deliver the keynote address at the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) annual conference on Health Disparities, March 4-6, 2010 at the Barbara Jordan Conference Center, Kaiser Family Foundation, 1330 G. Street, NW, Washington, D.C
Sherri Shepherd, Charlie Wilson, Dick Gregory, Norm Nixon to Join Dr. Bill J. Releford for the 2nd Annual African American Men's Health & Empowerment Summit -- Los Angeles - In a continuing campaign to raise health awareness issues amongst Black men within the African American community, Dr. Bill J. Releford, the founder of The Diabetic Amputation Prevention (DAP) Foundation, in conjunction with KJLH Radio and the Black Barbershop Health Outreach Program, are hosting the 2nd Annual
UNCF Digital Media and Public Forum Series at Morehouse College Feb 4 -- “TO BE YOUNG, DIGITAL AND BLACK” Thursday, February 4, 2010 6:00 pm – 8:30 pmxxx girls sex pornovermont service center timewww herz es carsdvd At: The Morehouse College Leadership Center Auditorium Atlanta, Georgia (corner of West End Avenue & Westview Drive S.W) CONTACT: (404) 302-8607 Ext.8507 clarissa.myrick-harris@uncf.org Free and open to the public! Forum Panelists Dr. Michael Hodge, Morehouse
People For the American Way Foundation Welcomes New Director of African American Religious Affairs, Leslie Watson Malachi -- People For the American Way Foundation (PFAW Foundation) President Michael B. Keegan announced today that Leslie Watson Malachi has joined the organization as Director of African American Religious Affairs in the Washington, D.C. national headquarters. In her new role, Malachi will oversee and manage day-to-day operations of the African American
The Wisdom of Massachusetts Voters - Commentary by Joseph C. Phillips -- Following the death of Senator Edward Kennedy, Democrats in the Massachusetts state legislature rushed to change a procedural rule thus allowing Democratic Governor Deval Patrick to replace Kennedy with an interim and Democratic Senator. During the 2004 Presidential election this same august body had taken that power away from Republican
Seven-Time GRAMMY® Award Winner Kirk Franklin Presents Artists United For Haiti -- New York, NY- As gospel music artists gathered in Nashville, Tennessee to celebrate the biggest and brightest at the 25th Stellar Awards this past weekend, they also came together for a higher purpose. With the recent tragic earthquake in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, Kirk Franklin assembled numerous award-winning gospel music artists in
The Browning of America - Commentary by Raynard Jackson -- The stunning win of Scott Brown in the Massachusetts Senate race Tuesday has sent shock waves throughout the political world. But, as usual with tectonic shifts like this, everyone is totally misreading what happened. Republicans have every reason to be crowing today and Democrats have every reason to be depressed
Statement from Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano Regarding the Situation in Haiti -- As part of the Department’s ongoing efforts tofinger furniture houston texas assist Haiti following Tuesday’s devastating earthquake, I am announcing the designation of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitian nationals who were in the United States as of January 12, 2010. This is a disaster of historic proportions and this designation will allow
Harry Reid is not a Racist - Commentary by Joseph C. Phillips -- Harry Reid is not racist and Republican calls for his resignation are misguided. There I said it. The senate majoritypagina blancas bizkaia leader has recently come under fire for remarks attributed to him in the new book “Game Change.” Authors Mark Halperin and John Heilemann say that in 2008 Reid described then
Emergency Resources for Haiti -- To donate $5 to the Yéle Haiti Earthquake Fund, text ‘YELE’ to 501501 or click here to donate online Kevin Powell and April Silver prepared a document "Help Haiti" click here for the PDF document . IFCO/Pastors for Peace In response to the devastating earthquake in Haiti, IFCO/Pastors for Peace
New Years Pessimism - Commentary by Joseph C. Phillips -- To the common definition of pessimist – one who anticipates the worst -- I plead guilty. Yes, I know that it is the start of a New Year and I ought to be looking forward to the new decade with -dare I say it- “hope” and anticipation, but I can’t
South African Hip-Hop Icon Makes First Visit to U.S. to Raise Awareness About Hiv/Aids and Support for Arts Education Initiatives -- WASHINGTON, DC – On January 15th, 2010, Hip Hop Pantsula (HHP), also known as Jabba, one of South Africa's leading Hip Hop artists for the last decade, will arrive in Washington, D.C. for a two-week “Artist-In-Bloom” residency at BloomBars, a Washington-based non-profit organization that works to inspire and unite communities
