Children & Family Institute Honors Cynthia Izaguirre, Celebrates 30 Years, at Gala November 30
The 30-Year Anniversary Celebration Gala for the Children & Family Institute (CFI), will take place on November 30, at the Hurst Conference Center. The evening promises to be an unforgettable experience, featuring a VIP reception with entertainment and a silent auction, followed by a delightful dinner at 7 pm.
Read full storyChangemakers to Convene in Dallas-Fort Worth for the 2023 Upswell Summit November 15 - 17
Independent Sector and Social Venture Partners (SVP) Dallas are pleased to announce a special collaboration for the 2023 Upswell Summit, the national gathering of nonprofit changemakers that will take place November 15-17 in Dallas/Fort Worth.
Read full storyChristian Siriano, Bethann Hardison & Others Head to Dallas for FGI Night of Stars November 10
Fashion Group International of Dallas (FGI Dallas) will host its annual black tie gala and fundraiser “Night of Stars” presented by Mary Kay, on Friday, November 10th at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel. The fashionable evening will pay tribute to several exemplary guests — honored for their stellar achievements in fashion, media and the art industries.
Read full storySecret FlashMob Hits American Airlines Center for Viral Movement
Dallas-based Black Menswear, a cultural impact agency that connects global brands with African-American men, rallied over 250 men, who secretly descended upon the American Airlines Center plaza on September 23rd for more than just an Instagrammable moment — it was all about a movement. Traveling from as far as London, and even nearer destinations of Houston, Chicago, Brooklyn and Los Angeles, Black men were at the centerpoint of the Dallas destination, to make a poignant (and stylish) statement depicting the sometimes understated excellence of the Black man.
Read full storyChamillionaire's 5 Tips for Entrepreneurs and Future Investors
Popular rapper turned investor Chamillionaire (born Hakeem Seriki) — widely recognized for hits “Ridin’” and “Turn It Up”, visited Dallas Startup Week in Frisco September 11, to keynote the Disrupt Dallas Summit. Organized by The Dallas Entrepreneur Center, Dallas Startup Week is a free week of activities and opportunities for the community to explore entrepreneurship, startups, and networking. This year marked the ten year anniversary of the annual experience.
Read full storyJamie Foxx Returns to the Big Screen with New Movie “The Burial”, Premiering October 6
In a long-awaited return since his bout with medical complications, Jamie Foxx will hit the big screen in a new upcoming film called The Burial, premiering in select theaters on October 6, and streaming globally on Prime Video October 13. Foxx will star alongside an all-star cast featuring Academy Award winner Tommy Lee Jones, Jurnee Smollett (Lovecraft Country), and many others.
Read full storyFive Years After His Murder, Botham Jean’s Sister Details Healing & Restoration Journey in New Book
September 6th marked 5 years since the tragic killing of Botham Jean by former Dallas Police Officer Amber Guyger — or in Jean’s sister, Allisa Charles-Findley’s re-phrasing — “5 years since I’ve last heard his voice.” And while it’s been said that ‘time heals all wounds’ — for the family and friends of Jean — this is one wound that time, therapy, and even justice, will never heal.
Read full storyJuneteenth Fashion Show Returns for Another 'Hot' Showcase at Legacy Hall's Lexus Box Garden
The second annual Juneteenth Fashion Show returned to the Lexus Box Garden at Legacy Hall in Plano on June 18, to usher in a record number of attendees. Presented and produced by Think Three Media, the Juneteenth Fashion Show was inspired by award-winning author Tracey Michae'l Lewis-Giggetts and her best-selling book, "Black Joy".
Read full story'Everyone Can Own Art': Daisha Board Opens New Gallery Location at The Joule — Boldly, Diversely and Unapologetically
Daisha Board has arrived — and whether she’s in Uptown, Downtown, Midtown or all around, the award-winning curator is making it known that Dallas’ art scene is in need of more diversity, and she is just the woman to create it — unapologetically.
Read full storyNew Wellness Studio 'Elemental Yoga and Meditation' Opens Near Redbird
Vanna Collins – an award-winning entrepreneur, community enthusiast and yogi – announces the grand opening of her latest venture, Elemental Yoga + Meditation Studio (“Elemental”) located at 4041 W. Wheatland Rd. Suite 108 Dallas, TX 75239, at Wheatland Village, just a few miles south of Redbird.
Read full storyFGI Dallas 'Rising Star Awards' Returns May 10th at Galleria Dallas, Honoring the Best in Fashion, Beauty and More
Fashion Group International of Dallas (FGI Dallas) — a global, non-profit, professional organization that promotes the fashion industry — will celebrate the best in emerging, local talent in both fashion and its related industries, at its annual 'Rising Star Awards' celebration May 10th at 6:30pm at Galleria Dallas (The Alley, next to Blue Fish at 13350 Dallas Parkway, Dallas, TX 75240).
Read full storyPopular Houston Eatery 'Stuff'd Wings' Heads to The Star for One-Day Pop-Up April 30
Houston foodie favorite Stuff'd Wings is hitting the road and heading north to Frisco for a one-day pop-up event at Sports Academy at The Star on April 30th from 1pm to 8pm. The popular 3rd Ward based restaurant will participate in the Black on the Block Spring Festival, which will feature a "curated, immersive experience" of over 100 black-owned businesses, food, music and activations.
Read full storyChance the Rapper Heads to OU April 29 for Free Concert, Officially Sells Out
At the University of Oklahoma (OU), students believe it's time for a revival — and they have commissioned the help of GRAMMY award-winning artist Chance the Rapper and GRAMMY-nominated Contemporary Christian artists Kari Jobe and Chandler Moore for the occasion. What started off as a "God-sized dream" to a small group of OU students in a September 7, 2022 gathering, has now grown to a 150-member student-led movement called "Fill the Stadium" (FTS) — an evangelistic, free and sold-out event to take place on Saturday, April 29th at the Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium.
Read full storyFashion Students to Compete for $40,000 in Scholarships at 'Project Runway' Inspired Competition by FGI Dallas April 14
Fashion Group International of Dallas (FGI Dallas) will award more than $40,000 in fashion and merchandising scholarships to outstanding college and university students from across North Texas and the region on April 14th at its annual FGI Dallas Scholarship Competition Awards. The event takes place from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at The Dallas Market Center on the 10th floor.
Read full storyCora Black and Ivy Awino Chair 'Cocktails for a Cause', Help Raise $100K for Planned Parenthood of Greater Texas
Supporters of Planned Parenthood gathered in Dallas to raise funds for essential healthcare and health education services, including breast and cervical cancer screenings, STD testing and treatment, birth control, and pregnancy testing.
Read full storyMike Render AKA 'Killer Mike' Heads to Frisco for Annual State of Entrepreneurship Event on March 29
The DEC Network, a leading resource for entrepreneurs and startups, announced that it will host its annual State of Entrepreneurship presented by Bank of America on March 29, 2023 at FC Dallas National Soccer Hall of Fame in Frisco, Texas. This year’s event will be a special one as The DEC Network is celebrating its 10-year anniversary.
Read full storyGood Morning Texas Co-Host Hannah Davis Announces Departure
Hannah Davis, the spunky and energetic Co-Host of WFAA Channel 8's Good Morning Texas ("GMT"), has officially announced her departure from the popular Dallas-based morning show today. After seven years at the station, and the last two serving as host for GMT, the Wichita, Kansas native has decided that now is the time to amicably part ways.
Read full storyBevy Smith Heads to Dallas to Celebrate Big Thought's BIG NIGHT
Actress and philanthropist Bevy Smith will make her way to Dallas March 4, 2023 to emcee Big Thought's BIG NIGHT fundraiser at The Factory in Deep Ellum. The Bevelations author and star of hit TV show Harlem will grace the stage, to honor numerous creative visionaries and community leaders for their commitment to BIG ideas and their Big Thought Impact. The evening will feature a VIP cocktail reception, youth-led entertainment, seated dinner, and live auction with a paddle raise.
Read full storyDallas Black Chamber of Commerce Tears Down Current Building, Paves Way for the Future
The Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce ("DBCC") proved that it is out with the old and in with the new as it moved forward on January 25th with a demolition of its historical building housed on Martin Luther King Boulevard. The facility has undergone significant wear and tear over the last several years; however, it has lovingly served as the home to the Black Chamber since 1982 and up until 2016, when the Chamber moved its headquarters and operations across the street to the MLK Center.
Read full storyDallas Leaders DeMarcus Lawrence, Lynn McBee and Others Gear Up for Big Thought's BIG NIGHT
Big Thought, an impact education nonprofit, announces the highly anticipated return of its BIG NIGHT fundraising event, to take place on March 4, 2023 from 6:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. at The Factory in Deep Ellum. The evening is slated to include a cocktail reception, seated dinner, youth-led entertainment, and a vibrant live auction of experiences with an impactful paddle raise. BIG NIGHT will also honor several creative visionaries and community leaders for their commitment to BIG ideas and their Big Thought impact.
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