Thanks to panelists cancer survivors Autumn Frazier, Katie Sample, and Reona Berry of African American Breast Cancer Alliance, for sharing inspiring stories and insights about cancer survival. Also, thanks to Bree Turner for the beautiful gift of song, and all the vendors and attendees who made “Sisterhood of Survival” such an uplifting afternoon! Join us […]
Sister Spokesman Highlights
Sisterhood. Self-care. Cooperative economics. Purposeful living. Black woman empowerment. These are just a few ways to describe the vision and power of Sister Spokesman.
Since 2004, the monthly event series has served as a resource and commerce hub for women in the community. Every first Saturday, Sister Spokesman provides an affirming space for local Black entrepreneurs to find and cultivate a consumer base while offering attendees an opportunity to keep their dollars in the community.
Leave your cares at home and join us for a festive afternoon of learning, sharing, networking, dancing, shopping, and indulgence!
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Legacy Boat Cruise 2017: Revelers party on the St. Croix for a worthy cause
The forecast may have called for scattered showers, but for the third year in a row, the rain was held at bay as the Legacy Boat Cruise set sail for a four-hour cruise down the St. Croix River on August 5. The cruise, sponsored by the Medtronic Foundation, featured a buffet-style meal with salad, lasagna, […]
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Sister Spokesman attendees work up a sweat at ‘Summer Steppin’ event
Attendees of the Sister Spokesman: “Summer Steppin’” event danced the afternoon away at the Minneapolis Urban League July 8. Steppin’ to tunes such as the “Cupid Shuffle” and “Steel Horseman,” attendees found the perfect escape from the midday heat, while still working up a sweat. Harris Parks, line dance instructor of “We Are Family” Dance Company, […]
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Natural hair celebrated at Sister Spokesman: ‘Loving Your Hair’
“This feels very special because this is the first time. I’m grateful for everyone who voted for me and for Sister Spokesman for even having this available to honor natural [styles],” said Sydney Plunkett, who was crowned the first “Miss Naturalista” at Sister Spokesman: “Loving Your Hair” June 3. The event celebrated natural hair in […]
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Sister Spokesman attendees get into the swing of spring
Attendees at Sister Spokesman’s April 1 “Organizing Your Life” event got a jump on spring cleaning by learning tips to re-organize and repurpose their closets, schedules and life. The event, held at Sabathani Community Center in Minneapolis, featured expert life coach Julie Loomis, who discussed strategies for eliminating clutter, organizing laundry and making better use […]
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Sister Spokesman helps bring awareness to domestic violence
“Don’t be ashamed to get help… We in the Black community have come a long way. We’re OK at getting help now.” Those were the encouraging words of Junauld Braddock-Presley, director of Residential Services at Tubman Family Crisis and Support Services at Sister Spokesman’s “Domestic Violence: Don’t Be Blinded” event, Saturday, March 4. Attendees met at […]
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Listen up, sista! Sister Spokesman addresses HIV/AIDS awareness
“You don’t have to die from HIV in this day and age…in 2017,” said Dr. Omobosola Akinsete from Health Partners when answering a question about treatment at the “Sister Spokesman: HIV/AIDS Awareness” event Feb. 4. Akinsete’s message mirrored the remarks from the other panelists who spoke to the strides in medicines and survival rates, and […]
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Sister Spokesman promotes health and wellness to begin New Year
Wellness coach and motivational and fitness expert Angela Winston-Hebert got the crowd up and movin’ and engaged at the event “Sister Spokesman: Eating Healthy & Staying Fit,” Sat., Jan. 7. Winston-Hebert, along with dietitian Karen Blanchard of NorthPoint Health & Wellness Center, shared healthy eating and fitness tips. Attendees were also offered free health screenings from […]
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Sister Spokesman Celebrates Moms
A heartwarming and fun-filled afternoon was had at Sister Spokesman’s Celebrating Mothers event December 3 at Arnellia’s in St. Paul. The event featured remarks from family members who shared uplifting stories and gave reasons why their mother was a deserving nominee. Mothers were also given gift bags and were featured in last week’s edition of […]
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Sister Spokesman Small Business Showcase encourages and informs local entrepreneurs
Fun and informative are two words to describe the event In advance of 2016’s Small Business Saturday on November 26, Sister Spokesman: Small Business Showcase and Shopping Extravaganza, held on Saturday, November 5, provided information to current and perspective entrepreneurs. The ballroom at Midpointe Event Center in St. Paul was packed with excited shoppers and […]
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PHOTOS & VIDEO Highlights| Legacy Boat Cruise 2016 set sail in style
The weather was postcard-perfect for the second annual Legacy Boat Cruise, Saturday, August 6.
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Sister Spokesman | Loving your hair: Generations of curls
On Saturday, June 4, natural hair enthusiasts, hair and beauty experts and community members gathered together to celebrate and explore the topic of natural hair. The afternoon included an expert panel discussion from people of all ages who gave testimonies about their natural hair journey, followed by a Q&A and hair show. Dancing, games and prize giveaways closed out […]
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PHOTOS | Sister Spokesman: Healthy Relationships
The afternoon was filled with dancing, games and prize giveaways, shopping, socializing and words of wisdom from SAFE Families Manager Sam Simmons, Children’s Services Director Kaymalya Howard, and Mental Health Practioner Brandon Jones.
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PHOTOS | Sister Spokesman tackles mental health issues
“Sister Spokesman: What Is Mental Illness?” discussed ways to combat the stigma of mental health, tools to spot mental illness and assistance ranging from holistic eating and exercise to medicine. The event was sponsored by North Point Health and Wellness Center.
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PHOTOS | Sister Spokesman: Caring For Our Elderly Parents
On Saturday, February 6, attendees gathered for Sister Spokesman: Caring For Our Elderly Parents at Sabathani Community Center in south Minneapolis.
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PHOTOS | Sister Spokesman: Women’s Em(power)ment
The chilly weather was no match for Sister Spokesman. On Saturday, January 9, Sister Spokesman gathered community members, leaders and local entrepreneurs for an afternoon dedicated to inspiring and informing women.
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PHOTOS | Sister Spokesman: Shopping Extravaganza & Music Showcase
Sister Spokesman: Shopping Extravaganza & Music Showcase at the Midpoint Event Center in St. Paul was the place to be for good music and shopping Saturday, November 7. Local artists provided soulful sounds, while close to 30 vendors gathered to give shoppers an early jump on the gift-giving season.
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PHOTOS | Sister Spokesman “Loving Your Hair” Show
On July 11, over 200 Sister Spokesman attendees gathered for Sister Spokesman: “Loving Your Hair” at The Minnesota History Center in St. Paul. The event showcased the diverse styling and care expertise from local hair stylists with a hair show, a Q&A, games and prizes, and a special performance by local singing sensation Ashley DuBose. See colorful photo highlights by photographer Steve Floyd.
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May’s Sister Spokesman panelists will help you spring into a renewed you
The month of May is a time for renewal and regrowth and to spring into the brand new of it all. Sister Spokesman is presenting the community with a panel of women who will help you do just that.
May’s Sister Spokesman is all about reinventing yourself. The panelist will include a holistic life coach, an image consultant and a licensed cosmetologist.
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Sister Spokesman discusses the importance of planning ahead
Have you ever counted the cost of all the little guilty pleasure items you buy throughout the week and found yourself surprised at how much these seemingly small purchases add up? Using a $5 cup of coffee as one example, the expert panelists at the “Sister Spokesman Life Planning from 18 – 62” event April 2, broke down ways in which spending carelessly can prove costly in the long run.