All Blog Posts Tagged 'African' (17)

Angela Rye Talks Activism at California African American Museum

Lena Cole Dennis at the California African American Museum listening to political commentator and CEO of the Washington D.C. based political action firm IMPACT Strategies, Angela Rye, as she examines the current state of the nation and suggests effective ways citizens can respond and act.

A leading political strategist and advocate…

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Added by SPMG Media on November 7, 2017 at 10:30pm — No Comments

Leimert Park Village African Art and Music Labor Day Festival 2014

Leimert Park Village African Art and Music Labor Day Festival 2014 - A Los Angeles Tradition goes on all weekend long.



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Added by enhager on August 31, 2014 at 9:00am — 1 Comment

R&B VOCALIST, MALI MUSIC, SET TO PERFORM AT TARGET SUNDAYS AT CAAM, A BLACK MUSIC MONTH CELEBRATION WITH ASCAP

The California African American Museum (CAAM) kicks off its annual celebration of Black Music Month in partnership with the American Society of Composers, Authors and Composers (ASCAP) for Target Sundays at CAAM with “Music Madness.”  On Sunday, June 1, 2014, from 1 p.m. until 5 p.m., CAAM’s Courtyard will be the venue for this upcoming musical celebration, headlined by the dynamic and critically acclaimed RCA Records artist Mali Music.  Other performers include Maad Moiselle, BJ The…

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Added by Terri Dixon on May 20, 2014 at 3:43pm — No Comments

CELEBRATE CROSS-CULTURAL AFRO INFLUENCES DURING TARGET SUNDAYS AT CAAM WITH LIVE PERFORMANCES AND AN ART WORKSHOP

LOS ANGELES (April 30, 2014) Join the California African American Museum (CAAM) and enjoy the beauty of spring with Cross-Cultural Afro Influences during Target Sundays at CAAM, May 4, 2014, from 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. Co-hosted by actor Jeffrey Anderson-Gunter and actress T'Keyah Crystal Keymah, the program will include special tributes to mothers and the history of Cinco de Mayo.…

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Added by Terri Dixon on April 30, 2014 at 8:51am — No Comments

WHY I LOVE BEING BLACK

Beneath the Spin * Eric L. Wattree

WHY I LOVE BEING BLACK
During the sixties we used to say, “I’m Black and I’m proud,” but we never said why. I’d like to correct that.
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Added by Eric L. Wattree on January 10, 2013 at 11:30am — No Comments

African American Heritage Celebration-Invitation to submit artworks

African American ARTISTS from across Los Angeles:

“The Department of Cultural Affairs (DCA) is a proud supporter of Los Angeles’ 2013 African American Heritage Celebration. This celebration will promote and encourage an awareness of the significant contributions made by our City’s African Americans in culture, education, politics, business, technology, and the arts. As part of this celebration, DCA is once again creating a calendar and cultural guide showcasing African…

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Added by Isabel Rojas-Williams on November 18, 2012 at 1:30am — No Comments

“A Night In Cameroon” Los Angeles Art & Culture Enthusiasts Celebrate African Traditions From Cameroon

The California African American Museum (CAAM) co-hosted “A Night in Cameroon,” presented by the Minister of Arts and Culture of Cameroon, Ama T. Muna.  Cameroon, a country in west Central Africa, bordered by Nigeria, is known for its vibrant arts, both modern and traditional.  The evening highlighted Cameroon’s extraordinary cuisines, dances and music.  Minister Muna will launch the first national museum in Cameroon this year.…

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Added by Terri Dixon on April 5, 2012 at 11:45am — 1 Comment

2012 African American Heritage Month Calendar & Cultural Guide

CALLING EVENT & ARTISTS SUBMISSIONS FOR CITY OF LOS ANGELES 2012 AFRICAN AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH



The Department of Cultural Affairs (DCA) is a proud supporter of

Los Angeles’ 2012 African American Heritage Celebration, which begins on January, 27, 2012 in honor of the legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr., and concludes on March 31, 2012 during National Women’s Month.



... This celebration promotes and encourages awareness of the significant contributions made by…

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Added by Isabel Rojas-Williams on December 14, 2011 at 2:00am — No Comments

Visual Mural Tour created by MCLA as part of the Places of Validation, Art &Progression at CAAM

From 1940-1980 numerous murals were created by African Americans in Los Angeles. The Mural Conservancy of Los Angeles (MCLA) has created a Virtual Mural Tour for the California African American Museum (CAAM) as part of the Places of Validation, Art & Progression exhibition (a Getty's PST initiative). We are grateful to all the…
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Added by Isabel Rojas-Williams on September 28, 2011 at 5:04pm — 1 Comment

You won't believe what's NEW at the Annual FREE Leimert Park Village African Art & Music Festival!

The 3rd Annual FREE Leimert Park Village African Art & Music Festival Partners with over 30 Local Groups and Organizations To Offer Free Health, Education, Arts and Literacy Workshops and Resources



The 3rd Annual Leimert Park Village African Art and Music Festival scheduled for Labor Day Weekend, September 3, 4, 5, 2011 from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm,  in Historic Leimert Park Village, also known as "The Harlem of the West Coast", has significantly expanded it's programs for 2011.  The… Continue

Added by Amaechina Doreen on August 10, 2011 at 10:00am — No Comments

EmPOWER Online & in the African American Community! - The DIGITAL ELDER Project - May 2011

Using the role of the traditional African elder as a guide, a Digital Elder™ is a role model who utilizes modern tools of 21st Century communication, to listen, nurture, guide, acknowledge, share wisdom and affirm.

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Added by The DIGITAL ELDER Project on May 4, 2011 at 4:53pm — No Comments

RE: Why Black Americans Reject the Conservative Movement

Beneath the Spin * Eric L. Wattree

 

RE: Why Black Americans Reject the Conservative Movement…


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Added by Eric L. Wattree on March 23, 2011 at 9:45pm — 2 Comments

Further Evidence of Why Blacks Reject the Conservative Movement

BENEATH THE SPIN • ERIC L. WATTREE



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Added by Eric L. Wattree on March 23, 2011 at 9:30pm — No Comments

RE: Why Black Americans Reject the Conservative Movement

Beneath the Spin * Eric L. Wattree

 

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Added by Eric L. Wattree on March 21, 2011 at 8:30am — No Comments

Dr. Richard Allen Williams: Miles Ahead

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Dr. Richard Allen Williams: Miles Ahead…


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Added by Eric L. Wattree on September 15, 2010 at 12:30pm — No Comments

GOP Stumbles Over 'Homeboy' Steele - Again

BENEATH THE SPIN • ERIC L. WATTREE



GOP Stumbles Over 'Homeboy' Steele - Again


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Added by Eric L. Wattree on July 6, 2010 at 11:47am — No Comments

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