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Sep 21

Why I Write Christian Poetry By Kanisha Parks

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By Kanisha Parks If we’re going to talk about poetry, we have to go back—to Harlem, the 1920’s. Back to Langston Hughes and his weary blues, back to Claude McKay and his black man rage. I’m talking about rhyme and rhythm, music and tone; brokenness, hopelessness, sorrow, and pain. I’m talking about the Harlem Renaissance, which is (arguably) one the…

Dec 18

The Dance Theatre of Harlem Highlights Black Ballet Dancers In New Short Film

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The Dance Theatre of Harlem is showcasing the power of diversity through a new short film that highlights Black ballet dancers. Continue Reading High Above is a short film that takes us through the death of a Black girls grandmother, ultimately inspiring her to want to dance. The short piece reminds us of just how much the power of representation…

Dec 18

Harlem Pastor Opens Mental Health Center in Black Community

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Pictured left to right, Rev. Kendra Frazier and Rev. Michael Walrond Written by Mike Orie of TheConsciousTip.com "I wanted to do more than tell people to pray about it." Continue Reading Mental health issues are often a taboo conversation in the Black community, but this pastor wants to do something to change that. Thursday, December 15th, Rev. Michael Walrond, pastor…