Sister Spokesman’s Dress to Shine fashion presentation celebrated Black designers, vintage style and community on a red carpet runway inspired by the iconic pages of Jet, Essence and Ebony.
Sister Spokesman
Sisterhood. Self-care. Cooperative economics. Black woman empowerment. These are just a few ways to describe the vision and power of Sister Spokesman.
Now in its 15th year, the monthly event series continues to serve as a networking, 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.
The afternoon also offers thoughtful discussion on important topics, in addition to dancing, shopping, games, and prizes. Leave your cares at home and enjoy an afternoon of sisterhood just for you!
Below, find all things Sister Spokesman, including highlights from previous events.
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Sister Spokesman plants seeds of community at spring gathering
Sister Spokesman spring event Earth Bounces Back sold out on April 4 at Bachman’s Floral in Minneapolis with music from Jamela Pettiford and a hands-on planting session.
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“Her Story” encourages Black women to write and publish their stories
The Her Story Sister Spokesman event brought women together at Hallie Q. Brown Community Center to celebrate African American authors and storytelling.
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Sister Spokesman brings community together to address domestic violence
Black community domestic violence awareness took center stage at Sister Spokesman’s February event focused on healthy relationships and healing.
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Sister Spokesman opens 2026 celebrating togetherness
Sister Spokesman opened the new year with its “Stronger Together” gathering, centering community connection, philanthropy, and shared responsibility for sustaining Black institutions.
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Sister Spokesman participants pause to breathe and heal
At Sister Spokesman’s Pause. Breathe. Heal. event, Black women filled a glass lined community space near NorthPoint for an afternoon that felt less like a program and more like a communal exhale. Publisher Tracey Williams Dillard, therapist Venus Burney, and trauma specialist Dr. Resmaa Menakem led a candid conversation about stress, survival, and the weight Black bodies carry, while vendors, laughter, and connection turned the room into a living space of healing and joy.
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Sister Spokesman presents: Pause. Breathe. Heal.
In a world that rarely slows down, Sister Spokesman continues to be a space where Black women and our broader community gather to learn, uplift one another, and grow stronger together. As we close out the year, we invite you to join us for an afternoon dedicated entirely to mental wellness, intentional rest, and the […]
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Spokesman-Recorder aims to expand statewide with Give to the Max campaign
Spokesman-Recorder has launched a Give to the Max Day campaign to raise fifty thousand dollars to expand its community programs and Sister Spokesman events across Minnesota. Early giving is now open.
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Sister Spokesman honors the “Best of Black Businesses” across Minnesota
Sister Spokesman celebrated Black excellence on Nov. 1 with the 2025 Best of Black Businesses Awards. Honorees in five categories were recognized for their creativity, community impact, and leadership. From food and beauty to wellness and professional services, winners and nominees shared stories of purpose and progress that highlight the strength of Minnesota’s Black business community.
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Don’t wait! Get checked!
Last Saturday, a powerful panel of doctors, cancer survivors and physicians gathered at the University of Minnesota’s Masonic Cancer Center for Live Laugh Learn 2025, a cancer awareness event focused on the disparities in breast, prostate and colorectal cancer within the Black community. The message was clear and urgent: Don’t wait. Early detection saves lives, […]
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Sister Spokesman Expands Health Conversation at Live. Laugh. Learn. 2025
Sister Spokesman presents Live. Laugh. Learn. 2025, a free Sept. 20 health event expanding its focus to breast, prostate, and colon cancer awareness for African American communities.
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Sister Spokesman fashion show celebrated culture, creativity and legacy
The Threads of Impact fashion show celebrated Black beauty, creativity, and generational legacy with a lineup of designers, local vendors, and an award for lifetime service presented to Shirlee Callender.
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Threads of Impact: A celebration of Black designers and beauty innovators
Join us for Threads of Impact, a powerful Sister Spokesman event celebrating the creativity and influence of Black designers, retailers, and beauty innovators shaping the Twin Cities fashion scene, featuring a live fashion show, beauty showcase, vendor marketplace, and food and refreshments.
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From stems to sisterhood: a bloom-filled gatheringÂ
Sister Spokesman hosted its “Sisters in Bloom” event at the Minneapolis Institute of Art, where attendees celebrated spring and sisterhood with a floral workshop, live demonstration, and a live runway show.
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Sister Spokesman uplifts women of color in media
At the latest Sister Spokesman event, a panel of Black women journalists discussed the challenges and opportunities faced by Black women in the media, highlighting the importance of Black-owned media and the need for more spaces where Black women can lead and tell their own stories.
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Sister Spokesman builds on love, Black History Month
The “Love Connections: Embrace Self-Love & Build Great Relationships” event, hosted by Sister Spokesman, brought together dozens of attendees to discuss the importance of self-love and building fulfilling relationships through the law of attraction and mindfulness practices.
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Discover Love & Connection at Sister Spokesman’s February Event
Sister Spokesman is hosting a community event on February 1, 2025, featuring Ericka Mitchell-Okatah and Tina Jackson, with an interactive presentation, soul line dancing, a vendor marketplace, fun activities and games, and a prize drawing, all for just $10 per person.
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Sister Spokesman attendees encouraged to reclaim their power
Sister Spokesman event invited women seeking self-development to make their mark in 2025, with vision boarding, guided questions, and collaboration, and featured a performance from local artist Lenora Magee and vendors showcasing their offerings.
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Vision and Vibes 2025: Elevate Your Life with Sister Spokesman
Join Sister Spokesman for Vision and Vibes 2025 on January 4, 2024, for a day of goal setting, inspiration, networking, and entertainment, featuring motivational speaker MsEllaInspires and spoken word artist Lenora Magee.
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Sister Spokesman Event: Seasonal Wellness – A Resounding Success!
The Sister Spokesman Event dedicated to Seasonal Wellness: Eating Smart for Mind, Body, and Spirit was a successful gathering of attendees who learned from a panel of experts about nutrition, holistic wellness, and mindful eating.