Tag Archive: houston

Saying Goodbye: A Letter To My Father

9 December, 20170

Dear Daddy, I pray this letter comes off as eloquent as it is in my head. I thought I knew just what to say and here I am feeling a bit speechless. We lost you 11/29/2017 on a Wednesday night at 10:13pm. I haven't stop crying since. I don't know if I will ever stop crying. It hurts so bad. Last night we had your viewing and everyone was looking to me to be strong, the kids, the grandkids, and even mom. I have done everything to make sure you leave this world with honor. I set everything up, single Read more [...]

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The AT&T Film Awards Rewards Middle School, High School, & College Students In More Than 50K

26 October, 20170

The AT&T Film Awards is encouraging middle and high school, as well as college students and recent graduates to create films in order to win a share of more than $50,000 in prizes. If you’re an aspiring filmmaker, we have the competition for you. Until Nov. 26, up-and-coming creators can submit their undiscovered short films to the AT&T Film Awards. The AT&T Film Awards, formerly the Entertainment Project, encourages emerging talent from across the country to bring their passion Read more [...]

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6 Signs You are Dating a FB Who Thinks He’s a Good Guy

28 September, 20170

I know I'm a little late with this, seeing how we're all waiting on Season 3 of Insecure, however, the subject never dies and I personally feel like we let this one fly over our heads. In season two we saw a little more than we wanted to see with Tasha & Lawrence. At the end of the "never should have started situationship", Tasha tells Lawrence that he is the worst kind of guy: A F***Boy who thinks he's a good guy. What does this mean? We mostly talk about guys in two extremes. Read more [...]

Highlights, Tv/Movies/Hollywood

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LisaRaye McCoy Brings Her Vision Board Workshop To Houston!

8 August, 20170

Houston, Texas – August 8, 2017 – Join LisaRaye McCoy for a full day of inspiration, empowerment and motivation at the Life Rocks Vision Board Workshop on Sunday, August 13, 2017. Actress, LisaRaye McCoy is an entertainer, astute business woman, and philanthropist. Voted one of the “Top Five Rising Female Stars” by Ebony Magazine and twice voted “Sexiest Woman of the Year” by Black Men Magazine, McCoy’s film credits include The Players Club, Beauty Shop, Love Chronicles, The Wood, Read more [...]

Celebrity, Highlights, News

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ANNE BURRELL AND RACHAEL RAY RETURN TO TRANSFORM CELEBRITY COOKING DISASTERS INTO CULINARY MASTERS IN BRAND-NEW SEASON OF WORST COOKS IN AMERICA: CELEBRITY EDITION

1 August, 20170

NEW YORK – July 21, 2017 – Food icons Anne Burrell and Rachael Ray return to lead a star-studded culinary boot camp for cooking-challenged celebrities this summer with a brand-new season of Worst Cooks in America: Celebrity Edition, premiering Wednesday, August 23rd at 9pm ET/PT on Food Network.  Anne and Rachael each lead a team of recruits through the intense kitchen challenges, but only the most improved star wins a $25,000 grand prize for the charity of their choice and bragging rights for Read more [...]

Celebrity, Food/Drink, Highlights

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It’s The Most Delicious Time Of The Year: The 2017 Houston Restaurant Weeks!

1 August, 20170

It's back! That time of the year where you can literally share your cake & eat it too! I could not wait for August to get here simply because I am aware that with every bite that goes into my mouth, a portion is donated to help end hunger. You guys know how much of a foodie I am, and how much I love giving back. "Starting on August 1 thru September 4th, you can enjoy delicious lunches, brunches and dinners at greater Houston's finest restaurants, from The Woodlands on the Northside, and Galveston, Read more [...]

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The Chauncy Glover Project Houston’s Inaugural Black Tie Gala: Breaking the Chains. Breaking the Cycle.

6 June, 20170

​June 5, 2017 - Houston, TX - The Chauncy Glover Project Houston is empowering a generation of young leaders and taking adversity head on in the community. On June 9, 2017, CGP will hold its inaugural Black Tie Gala at the Queensbury Theatre, hosted by actor Christian Keyes. Prior to the start of the gala, guest will receive a full red carpet experience hosted by Kia Renee of The Session TV Show. Throughout the night the inspiring testimonies of the program’s mentees will keep you on the Read more [...]

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NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC ANNOUNCES AIRDATE FOR HELL ON EARTH: THE FALL OF SYRIA AND THE RISE OF ISIS

1 June, 20170

FROM ACADEMY AWARD NOMINEE SEBASTIAN JUNGER AND EMMY WINNER NICK QUESTED Junger and Quested Offer an Intimate Portrait of the Syrian Civil War and Refugee Crisis “Packs a powerful punch of humanity…” — Variety “Check your political, religious and ethnic leanings at the door. HELL ON EARTH will shift your perspective on the Syrian conflict.” — “Veronica Wake,” retired CIA officer and U.S. Army veteran Hell on Earth: The Fall of Syria and the Rise of ISIS  Premieres June Read more [...]

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Houston’s leading mentoring organization honors local influencers at 3rd annual Royal Tea Fundraiser

3 April, 20170

April 3, 2017 (Houston, Texas)-  BEAUTY Mentoring is hosting their 3rd annual Royal High Tea fundraiser benefiting young girls between the ages of 9-18 in Houston and surrounding areas.  Proceeds from this upscale event are used to further mentoring programs, education, scholarships, and community outreach activities in the Greater Houston Area. BEAUTY Mentoring has made an impact on the lives of 1,000 girls in the City of Houston. In addition to raising funds, the Royal Tea will also raise Read more [...]

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Sticks and Stones May Break My Bones, but Words Can Destroy

24 February, 20170

It's not often that I say my Parents "Taught" me something that was wrong. For the most part, if anything, my parents definitely taught me the right way to live, they just might have not SHOWN me the correct way all the time. As I was eating lunch I saw a group of kids playing. The way they were speaking to each other was painful. They were so young and yet they spewed out so much negativity and hatred for each other. I thought to myself, "Some of these words will have a lasting effect on some of Read more [...]

Health, Highlights

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