Sister Spokesman took a holistic approach to the topic of Black beauty at its most recent afternoon soirée. From finding the right lip color to fitness tips to a conversation on intentional and well-informed beauty consumerism, the afternoon was a flurry of activity with much food for thought. The event, held at LifeSource in North Minneapolis on Saturday, June 2, centered … [Read more...]
Every first Saturday of the month, Sister Spokesman gathers African American women in the community for an afternoon of networking, shopping, games and prizes, and discussion on a pertinent topic in the community.
NEXT UP: Join us Sat., October 7, 12-4 pm as we host a candid conversation about domestic violence. The discussion will touch on signs of an abuser, and ways to support sisters who are victims/survivors of abuse. To register as a vendor, go to http://bit.ly/SSVendor
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Sister Spokesman presents “Keys to Homeownership” (photos/video)
Recent data from the Urban Institute shows that racial disparity in homeownership rates are highest in the Northeast and Midwest, with Minneapolis claiming the biggest divide — a whopping 50 percent difference between Black and White homeownership rates. Panelists at Sister Spokesman's "Keys to Homeownership" on May 5 spoke on such disparities and offered information and … [Read more...]
Sister Spokesman presents “Black Excellence: the HBCU Experience (video)
On Saturday, April 7, Sister Spokesman attendees gathered at Northside Achievement Zone in Minneapolis to discuss the impact of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and learn about college resources and services. The panelists consisted of Dr. Tonya Jackman Hampton, an HBCU alum; Annette Lee of HBCU College Tour, and Aaliyah Hodge, a representative of … [Read more...]
Sister Spokesman talks mental health (video and photos)
Sister Spokesman's “Let's Talk About It: Mental Health” lived up to its title as an expert panel discussed a wide range of mental health issues at Hallie Q. Brown on Saturday, March 3. Attendees packed the room to hear Marques Armstrong of Hope and Healing Family Counseling; Renita Wilson of Kente Circle LLC and Dr. Roli Dwivedi of Community-University Health Care Center … [Read more...]
Networking with a sisterhood focus
Sister Spokesman keeps growing to meet Black women’s needs and interests High praise comes from Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder Publisher and CEO Tracey Williams-Dillard when speaking about the Medtronic Foundation, crediting Jacob Gale, the foundation’s vice president of philanthropy, with making a strong effort to support communities of color. The Spokesman-Recorder … [Read more...]
Sister Spokesman stresses the importance of self-love (photos)
If you missed Sister Spokesman’s “Love Thyself” event on Feb. 3, you missed an afternoon of the uplifting discussion centered on self-love and care. Attendees packed the Woman's Club of Minneapolis room to hear panelists Nicole Pillow, Marquis Armstrong and Nancy Ellis offered poignant information about the importance of loving yourself, sharing personal lessons learned and … [Read more...]
Affordable fitness fun in the Twin Cities
January is usually the time of year where most people begin making new goals regarding health, fitness, career, love, and fun. But not everyone wants or can afford to purchase a gym membership. Besides finances, getting to the gym can be a chore, especially if your workout facility is not in your neighborhood. It is completely possible to get fit, meet new people, and set … [Read more...]
Sister Spokesman attendees kick off New Year with new moves
It was chilly outside, but Sister Spokesman attendees stayed warm at “Making Fitness Fun: Move Your Body in the New Year” at Sabathani Community Center in Minneapolis on Jan. 6. Chef Jason Leibel performed a cooking demonstration, making a spicy curry chicken, along with a veggie companion, and Harris “Da Line Man” Parks of “We Are Family” Soul Line Dancing Group got attendees … [Read more...]
PHOTOS: Community gathers to celebrate moms
Mothers of all ages were honored Saturday, Dec. 2 at Midpointe Event Center in Saint Paul. In front of a packed room of community members, family members and loved ones took turns honoring the special mothers and mother figures in their lives. DJs Walter "Q Bear" Banks and Lazy T spun tributes songs while attendees networked, shopped, won prizes and enjoyed health screenings. … [Read more...]
2017 “Sister Spokesman: Celebrate Moms of All” of Ages honorees
The Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder is pleased to present the honorees for this year’s Sister Spokesman: “Celebrate Moms of All Ages” event. Join Sister Spokesman Saturday, December 2, 2017, from 12 to 4 pm to see these phenomenal mothers honored and celebrated at Midpointe Event Center at 415 Pascal Street North in S.t Paul. Update: See photos from the event … [Read more...]