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Virginia Veterinary Medical Association Hosts 2014 "Day at the Capitol" Thursday, Jan. 16
VVMA Members to Meet with Legislators at Virginia State Capitol on Animal-Related Policies and Laws. - January 08, 2014 - Virginia Veterinary Medical Association
Atlanta Prepares for National African-American History Month Celebration
An annual celebration of black history that brings together people from all over the world. Held in the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr./ Sweet Auburn District a National Historic Landmark located in Atlanta, Georgia. - January 06, 2014 - Black History Month Parade, LLC
TV-17 "Eye Opener" Features Reviva Labs Collagen Fibre Eye Pad Kit
Media and film celebrities are using a product that helps prevent aging using 100% Collagen Eye Pads. It is manufactured by Reviva Labs, Haddonfield, N.J. (1-800-527-7774; www.RevivaLabs.com). The product, Collagen Eye Pads, is being demonstrated on Philadelphia's TV-17's morning show, "Eye... - December 27, 2013 - Reviva Labs
"HOPE" One Man, One Show
Jerry Ford's one man stage play "HOPE" returns to Detroit, MI after being invited to the world famous Lincoln Center and a very successful three week run at The Producer's Club in New York City. - December 23, 2013 - Fueled By Life Media Group LLC
SoBe Entertainment Releases the Song "Mandela: Father of a Nation: We Thank You" to Honor His Sacrifices for Those Oppressed
SoBe Entertainment International releases record honoring and thanking Mandela for his sacrifices and for teaching the world how to love and forgive, unconditionally. - December 12, 2013 - SoBe Entertainment International
Nelson Mandela Named One of the "35 Most Inspirational People in History" in a Two Year Online Survey and Collectible Set
Based on a worldwide YouTube survey, a new trading card set featuring 35 "inspirational" historic personalities from around the world includes a special card spotlighting Nelson Mandela. - December 11, 2013 - Luanga Nuwame
Book Titled “Why Every Black Woman Should Marry A Jewish Man” is Released by Author Nazaree Hines-Starr
Dr. Nazaree Hines-Starr, PharmD releases controversial dating and marriage memoir, citing Jewish men as “the ultimate alpha males” and the best choice for educated African-American women. - December 11, 2013 - Nazaree Hines-Starr
YBE Magazine Concludes First Full Year of Publication
It’s all about the Young Black Experience. - December 11, 2013 - YBE Magazine
N2L Records Announces the Release of New Music by Their Gospel Artist Mighty Men of Faith
Mighty Men of Faith Pray Through Song - December 08, 2013 - N2L Records
Atlanta Urban Wear's Icons South Entertainment Presents Hard Work Jones
Atlanta Urban Wear's Icons South Entertainment presents Hard Work, Making his Debut in the Hip-Hop Industry as a the Rapper with the Guitar. This 20 young Mississippi-native has made Atlanta, Georgia his home and the launch place of his career. - December 02, 2013 - Atlanta Urban Wear
Voting Rights 65 Years Ago: Remembering Isaiah Nixon
Mr. Isaiah Nixon, an African American, husband and father of six, who voted in Georgia’s Democratic primary election on September 8, 1948 in Alston, GA (Montgomery County). That evening, Nixon was shot three times by J.A. Johnson in front of Nixon’s wife and young children. Nixon was transported to a hospital in Dublin, GA where he died two days later. After forty-five minutes of deliberation on November 5th, Johnson was acquitted. - November 15, 2013 - UNESCO-TST
Omega Psi Phi and Critical Thoughts Publishing Sponsors Booking Signing and Book Donation in Orange, NJ
The Eta Pi Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc, and Critical Thoughts Publishing LLC., is sponsoring “Meet the Authors” Symposium, Publishing workshop and Book donation drive on Saturday, November 16th, at the Park Avenue Elementary School, 231 Park Ave., Orange, New Jersey as a... - October 25, 2013 - Critical Thoughts Publishing
HYCIDE Magazine Launches Second-Year Anniversary Issue
HYCIDE magazine presents "The Golden Triangle," a collection of images from three master street photographers, including Jamel Shabazz, author of "Back in the Days.'' - October 03, 2013 - HYCIDE Magazine
BFE Telecom Announces the Relaunch of The Black 411™
The Black 411™ is back. On Oct. 15th BFE Telecom will relaunch The Black 411™. The Black 411™ is a targeted information service designed to help consumers find and locate Black owned businesses across the country. The company provides a unique service that is going to change the economic landscape of this country. The Black 411™ has added some exciting new features that will add simplicity and convenience for customers. - September 19, 2013 - Black Excellence Technology Group
New Short Film "Trane and Miles" Celebrates Jazz Music Legends
Take a journey to 1959 and walk the miles with two of the most iconic jazz musicians of all time, men whose work became the soundtrack of an era. Writer-director Scott Essman of Visionary Cinema captures the brilliant, untold story of John Coltrane and Miles Davis, starring Ricco Ross as Coltrane and Travis Hinson as Davis. Their impact came at the outset of significant changes in all things America. - September 16, 2013 - Visionary Cinema
Radio Talk Show Host's New Book, "The ABC's of Barack Obama," Makes the Case That Barack Obama is the Greatest Thing That Ever Happened to America
Radio talk show host, attorney and dangerous thinker Teri O’Brien gives the American public the information they need to fight the smears by the hating haters who say he is an unqualified, narcissistic empty suit illegally occupying the Oval Office. - September 10, 2013 - The Teri OBrien Show
Gold e-Business Communications Inc. Highlights "Unsung American Heroes of Color"
Throughout American history, there have been numerous talented "Unsung American Heroes of Color" who have been under-recognized by history books, class rooms, and the movie industry. The different classifications are African American, Native Americans, Latin Americans, India Americans, Asian Americans, and many other groups of color in the USA. Gold e-Business Communications Inc. is shining a spotlight on these issues, and brings recognition to deserving "Unsung American Heroes of Color." - September 10, 2013 - Gold e-Business Communications Inc. Travel
New Solar Powered Sound Bird Deterrent
Bird-B-Gone, Inc. the leading manufacturer of effective, humane bird deterrents has added an exciting new product to their extensive line of bird deterrents. The Solar Bird Chase Sonic, a solar powered sound deterrent – plays recorded bird distress and predator calls to deter birds from large... - September 04, 2013 - Bird-B-Gone
Critical Thoughts Publishing Release New Book "Destroy the Perceptions: Liberate from the Residue of Slavery in a Changing Society"
Critical Thoughts Publishing releases the first in the Blacknesia™ series… written to address societal changes in the wake of the shifting landscape in America and the impact on Black people, in particular, Black men. "Destroy the Perceptions," a non-fiction book provides... - September 03, 2013 - Critical Thoughts Publishing
Clem Lacy Announces Launching of Hammond-Simmons Group, Inc.
Based in Raleigh, North Carolina, the company manufactures HSG, it’s own brand of nutritional and supplements for consumers, fitness centers and health food stores. Products can be purchased online at hammond-simmonsgroup.com. The mission of their company, Lacy says is to “help our... - August 31, 2013 - Hammond-Simmons Group, Inc.
Equatorial Guinea Crest Unveiled on the Spirit of Malabo in NYC
GC Media is the communication partner for the Goree Challenge - The Spirit of Malabo. H.E. Anatolio Ndong Mba, Permanent Ambassador for Equatorial Guinea to the United Nations and current chairman of the African states group was on hand Tuesday to witness the unveiling of the country's crest on the... - August 16, 2013 - GC Media
YouTube’s "Black MacGyver" Invents the Cardboard Swimming Pool, Cardboard Scooter and Rotating Lamp
The Homemade Game Guru's "how-to" YouTube channel is showing the world what levels of innovation are possible with inexpensive supplies like cardboard, duct tape and simple scrap materials. - July 24, 2013 - Luanga Nuwame
Black Community Members with DC Troy Davis Call for Mass Economic Boycott in the Wake of Trayvon Martin Verdict
Local Black activists and community members with DC Troy Davis are calling for a mass economic "Black Out Our Dollars" boycott to take place from August 1, 2013 until February 26, 2014. - July 23, 2013 - DC Troy Davis
"Mode One" Book Author on His Return to Manhattan: "I Am Not a Pick Up Artist"
Alan Roger Currie does not mind being referred to as an Author, a Radio Host, or even a Dating Coach. Just avoid referring to him as a "Pick Up Artist." Currie returns to Manhattan for the first time in five years after appearing on a national television talk show in August 2008, but this time he wants to do something different than he did during his first visit to NYC: discuss how the principles and philosophies outlined in his books can help single men improve their success with women. - July 22, 2013 - Mode One Multimedia, Inc.
New Book Reveals African Immigrant Woman's Journey Through Adversity
"EVOLVING THROUGH ADVERSITY: How to Overcome Obstacles, Discover Your Passion, and Honor Your True Self," by Seconde Nimenya, MBA. - July 20, 2013 - Seconde Nimenya
Positive Promotions Announces the Winners of Its Annual Black History Month Contest
Positive Promotions is proud to recognize the outstanding efforts of the schools, churches, and organizations that celebrated the achievements of African American’s during Black History Month and participated in their annual Black History Month Contest. Out of dozens of entries, the winners have been chosen. - July 03, 2013 - Positive Promotions
Ambition Unleashed: A Small Business Workshop for Women Who Dream in Color
This is a one-day workshop for aspiring entrepreneurs or small business owners who want to grow their business. They will focus on the fundamentals of running a business, marketing, and planning for success. - June 30, 2013 - MAD Marketing and Consulting
Drug-Free South Celebrates Freedom in All Forms
Juneteenth is the oldest known celebration commemorating the ending of slavery in the United States. This year, the Foundation for a Drug-Free South joined the celebration with a new message of freedom—freedom from drugs. - June 27, 2013 - Drug Free South
Foundation for a Drug-Free South Celebrates Juneteenth
Juneteenth is the oldest known celebration commemorating the ending of slavery in the United States. This year, the Foundation for a Drug-Free South joins the celebration with a new message of freedom—freedom from drugs. - June 22, 2013 - Drug Free South
My Beautiful Life Finance and Business Contributor, Nicole Valentine Appeared on ARISE TV's "Our Take" Talk Show
My Beautiful Life's Finance and Business Contributor, Nicole Valentine appeared on "Our Take" with Christina Brown on ARISE TV June 18th. Arise News "Our Take" is a daily one-hour afternoon show with a women's perspective. Hosted by Arise America News Anchor Christina Brown, the... - June 19, 2013 - My Beautiful Life
Pulse Announces the Launching of Four New Publishing Imprints
Growing independent publishing firm aims to highlight works from a variety of different genres. - June 07, 2013 - Pulse
"Spirit of Love" the Mike Glenn Story Will Screen at Woodhaven Baptist Deaf Church as Benefit for Lillian Beard Deaf Center
Family Movie night will benefit others while bridging the gap between deaf and hearing, black and white, believer or non believer. It’s a film with a big message delivered with ASL, Open Captions, and the Spoken Word. - June 07, 2013 - Film It Productions
Indie Film Director for "Spirit of Love," the Mike Glenn Story Requests White House Screening in Support of Diversity, Disabilities in Film and Sports for Disabled Teens
Deaf and Hard of Hearing teens deliver a powerful message of Acceptance - June 06, 2013 - Film It Productions
My Beautiful Life Launches Innovative Lifestyle Magazine for African American Women
Launch of My Beautiful Life is a lifestyle magazine that explores personal growth, love, beauty, health and the spiritual and financial well being of women of color. An information portal to help you live your best life. - June 02, 2013 - My Beautiful Life
Nigerian Entertainer Tops U.S. Charts
Bashan'e, a new, beautiful, pop, R&B, and international music artist has hit the top of U.S. independent artist charts with her new hit single Love Me. - May 30, 2013 - Bashan'e
Fear of a Black Republican Gets New York City Premiere - Wednesday, May 15th; Documentary Looks at Lack of Black Republicans in Two-Party System
FEAR OF A BLACK REPUBLICAN, will have its "New York City Premiere" on Wednesday, May 15th at 6:00 pm at the Women's National Republican Club, 3 West 51st Street, New York, NY. This special Screening will be followed by a Q&A session with the film's Director, Kevin J. Williams and Producer, Tamara E. Williams. The event is open to the public and tickets for non-Women's National Republican Club (WNRC) members are $25.00. For more event information, please call (212).582.5454. - May 14, 2013 - Shamrock Stine Productions
Grand Finals of the Miss Africa USA Pageant to be Held June 29th
Beauty for Humanity; Developing Goodwill Ambassadors to Impact African Nations & American States - May 08, 2013 - Miss Africa USA Pageant
Racial Bias is the Foundation for a Federal Criminal Case Against Six African-American Businessmen, Says Friends of Justice and a Just Cause
Friends of Justice and A Just Cause, advocates for the wrongly convicted, comment on six Colorado businessmen whose criminal case is currently under appeal. - May 03, 2013 - A Just Cause
blush | WEDDING & EVENT PLANNING FIRM Selects Mahogany Blue Public Relations as Agency of Record
Washington, D.C. area Public Relations Agency to Provide Services for Local Wedding Planner. - May 02, 2013 - Mahogany Blue PR
Just One More Time: Top Star Award Winner Singer-Songwriter Rodger Collins Releases CD
Just One More Time is trending among the online radio airplay listeners as a precious and sentimental powerhouse. We hear the tender Rodger Collins like never before as he drives the message home connecting on the deepest level with anyone who hears it. When asked how he wrote this lead track for his latest CD (of the same name), Collins simply replied, “I just felt it.” - April 19, 2013 - Garden Tree Media
Overcoming Racism: Newly Released Christian Non-Fiction Book Series Discusses Steps for Gaining Individual Victory Over Racism
Marble Tower Publishing, LLC, a Maryland-based company announces release of empowering new Christian inspirational book series as excerpts from “RAYS OF VICTORY: NAILING RACISM TO THE CROSS.” Included in the book series are the following titles: Footprints of Victory Over Racism: In the... - April 01, 2013 - Marble Tower Publishing, LLC
Jon Jones Running for Atlanta City Council… Literally
Jon Jones, candidate for Atlanta City Council, will be participating in this year’s annual AJC Peachtree Road Race. - March 31, 2013 - The Committee to Elect Jon Jones
CBS Survivor Star Hits Bestseller Book List
Reality Star's new book hits Top 300 among Amazon's 100,000 Action-Adventure paperbacks as TV Show Survivor rolls on to big ratings. - March 19, 2013 - CPSWorks
Black Americans In The 21st Century Published by Heydey Publishing, Inc.
Heydey Publishing, Inc. announces the latest highly anticipated social science and African-American ethnic studies book from Jacksonville, FL, author Doug Saint Carter. - March 17, 2013 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Beverly Bond Headlines Jon Quick Select's 4th Annual Beauty and the Beat: Heroines of Excellence Awards
On Friday, March 22, 2013, Jon Quick Select honors 7 oustanding rising female stars of color in another star studded edition of Beauty and the Beat: Heroines of Excellence Awards, the ultimate fundraising party. In its 4th year of existence, along with honoring our "Heroines," they will be presenting Black Girls Rock Inc. Founder, DJ Beverly Bond, with their inaugural "Iconic Sister" Award! All proceeds go to the Hip Hop Loves Foundation. www.hiphoploves.com - March 13, 2013 - Jon Quick Select
Church of Scientology Hosts Event in Honor of Black History Month
Black legends from the early years of basketball were honored during a special ceremony at the Nashville Church of Scientology during Black History Month. - February 23, 2013 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Dwight Eubanks "Legends of Fashion," Turned Out to be a Huge Success
This year in the city of Atlanta, well known celebrity stylist and familiar face from the hit reality show Atlanta housewives linked up with NBCW of 100 Black Woman to bring to the public an exhibition of Iconic African Americans who dedicated their lives to fashion. - February 11, 2013 - Dwight Eubanks
Day of Solidarity for Black Nonbelievers
Day of Solidarity What: Day of Solidarity for Black Non-Believers When: February 24, 2013 Where: The Day of Solidarity for Black Non-Believers (DoS) is a nationwide event during Black History Month to promote community and solidarity among blacks in America who identify as non-believers:... - February 11, 2013 - Day Of Solidarity for Black Nonbelievers
Church of Scientology Hosts Black Legends During Black History Month
Black legends from the early years of basketball will be honored during a special ceremony and week-long exhibit at the Church of Scientology in Nashville. - February 09, 2013 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
27th Annual Black History Program Featuring Detroit Businessman Roger Robinson Speaking on "The North End as I Knew It"
Russell Street Missionary Baptist Church, the oldest continuously operating African American church in Detroit’s Historic North End presents its 28th Annual Black History Month Program. “The North End as I knew it” will be the subject of the featured speaker, former resident and... - February 04, 2013 - Russell Street Missionary Baptist Church