Honoring the Strength and Resilience of Black Women on Day 2 of the Black History Month Spectacular
On Saturday, February 22, 2025, 825 Arts in Saint Paul will host an inspiring event that recognizes the incredible strength and resilience of Black women. The Black History Month Spectacular, Day 2, will shine a light on the theme of “Breaking Generational Curses,” focusing on how Black women are rewriting their stories and building new legacies.
The day will be filled with powerful conversations, healing, and empowerment, beginning with a heartwarming brunch from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Chef Drez and Chef Shamar will provide a delicious meal that highlights the essential foods our bodies need for wellness and healing. Hosted by Lachelle Cunningham, this brunch will serve as the foundation for an afternoon of transformative dialogue.
Empowering Conversations: Breaking the Chains of Generational Curses
From 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., attendees will experience a profound panel discussion led by Alysha Price, a dedicated family mediator, CEO, and community leader who has over 20 years of experience helping families break cycles of dysfunction. With a mission rooted in empathy and resilience, Alysha will facilitate a powerful conversation with panelists Jelahn Prentiss, Tierra House, and Ebony Yarbrough. Together, they will share their personal journeys of overcoming incarceration, breaking generational curses, and reclaiming their futures.
As a facilitator, Alysha Price is committed to helping families break through generational cycles of pain and create new pathways for future generations. She brings both professional expertise and lived experience to her work, guiding individuals toward healing and empowerment. Through her dedication, she strives to inspire others to break the barriers that hold them back.
Voices of Resilience
The panel will also feature Jelahn Prentiss, a dynamic force known as “Da Twist Mastr,” whose resilience and energy have shone brightly as she continues to break through chains that once held her back. With strength and grace, she shows the world that no obstacle is too great to overcome.
Tierra House, a queen in her own right, embodies love, strength, and resilience. She stands tall as a protector of her family and community, offering inspiration through her unwavering dedication to empowering those around her. Her heart and spirit uplift all those who cross her path.
The event will also feature Ebony Yarbrough, whose presence will be felt as she shares her experiences and wisdom on the importance of breaking generational curses and reclaiming one’s future. Together, these powerful women will ignite a conversation that encourages us all to examine the legacy we wish to leave behind.
An Afternoon of Empowerment
Come for the food, the wisdom, and the inspiration. Leave with the knowledge and tools to break your own barriers and begin healing generational wounds. The Black History Month Spectacular offers an opportunity to be part of a community of change-makers who are dedicated to creating new possibilities for the future.
Tickets are available now for $28.52, with doors opening at 10:30 a.m. for the brunch. Don’t miss the chance to be part of this transformative event.
This event is made possible with the support of African American Leadership Forum Twin Cities, YWCA St. Paul, ReConnect, and the Rondo Catholic Community Foundation.
Breaking Generational Curses is not just an event—it is a movement.