Tucson, Arizona, November 6, 2014 On November 14, 2014, 5:30 to 7:00 p.m., at Las Abuelitas (440 E. 26thStreet, Tucson, Arizona 85713) The Primavera Foundation and The University of Arizona Press will present a celebration of the resilience of the Tucson community and the release of local author Aurelie Sheehan’s new book Demigods on […]
As we approach the theatrical release of SELMA and the 50th anniversary of the passing of the Voting Rights Act of 1965, filmmakers take a reflective look at where America would be without this powerful movement. The film chronicles the tumultuous three-month period in 1965, when Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. led a dangerous campaign to secure
Announced in a press release earlier this week, in the tradition of The New York Times bestselling I Dream a World and Crowns comes this full-color companion volume to the acclaimed NAACP Award-nominated documentary “Dark Girls,” an inspiring and breathtaking photo book that celebrates dark-skinned women. In Dark Girls, celebrities such as Judge Mablean Ephriam, Lupita Nyong’o, Vanessa Williams, Sheryl Lee Ralph and over
Conventional wisdom says that what goes up, must come down. But even if you view market volatility as a normal occurrence, it can be tough to handle when it’s your money at stake. Though there’s no foolproof way to handle the ups and downs of the stock market, the following common sense tips can help.
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On Saturday, November 1, Disney Channel’s Emmy Award-winning “Make Your Mark” series recognizes 13 year old Joshua Williams of Miami, Florida. Six years ago, Joshua started his foundation at age 4, Joshua’s Heart, to help needy families in his community. His goals include informing his peers about hunger awareness and motivating them to find
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In the United States, it’s estimated that sickle cell anemia affects 70,000–100,000 people, primarily African and Hispanic Americans. While many may be aware of the disease through a few celebrities – R&B singer Tionne ‘T-Boz’ Watkins (TLC), Larenz Tate (“Rush,” “House of Lies”), rapper Prodigy, to name a few – many are not aware
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Oprah’s The Life You Want Weekend tour,” a retreat style event that was held in Houston on October 16-17 at the Toyota Center, was one amazing, unforgettable, inspirational experience. The eight city life changing tour is the ultimate week-end master class with Oprah along with her inspirational team of experts–Deepak Chopra, Elizabeth Gilbert, Rob Bell and
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Financially speaking, the terms “saving” and “investing” are often used interchangeably. But the concepts behind these terms actually have some important differences. Understanding these differences and taking advantage of them may help you in working toward financial goals for you and your family. Saving You may want to set aside money for a specific, identifiable
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In a few short days, “Oprah’s the Life You Want Week-End” makes a stopover in the grand state of Texas. Guests from the Houston area and beyond, will have the chance to celebrate self discovery Oprah style. The eight city tour will land at Toyota center on October 17-18, transforming the arena into an
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What is the Medicare open enrollment period? The Medicare open enrollment period is the time during which people with Medicare can make new choices and pick plans that work best for them. Each year, Medicare plans typically change what they cost and cover. In addition, your health-care needs may have changed over the past year.
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