Bud Billiken: Unity in Diversity

In 1905, Robert S. Abbott founded The Chicago Defender, which became the most widely circulated black newspaper in the country, came to be known as “America’s Black Newspaper” and made Abbott one of the first self-made millionaires of African-American descent. Abbott met ‘Abdu’l-Bahá, the son of the Prophet Founder of the Baha’i Faith, Baha’u’llah, in…

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Black History Month

Origins of Black History Month

Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history. Also known as African American History Month, the event grew out of “Negro History Week,” the brainchild of noted historian Carter G. Woodson and other prominent African Americans. Since 1976, every U.S….

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Lucy Higgs Nichols

As we celebrate Black History Month, we think of Lucy Higgs Nichols (April 10, 1838 – January 25, 1915) was an African American escaped slave, and a nurse for the Union Army during the American Civil War. Known affectionately as “Aunt Lucy”, her sole photo shows her surrounded by veterans of the 23rd Indiana Volunteer…

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Did a Sparkling Water Spat Spark a Celebrity Feud? Decoding the Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively “Drama”

The internet loves a good celebrity feud, and lately, whispers have been swirling about a potential rift between Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively. Could you see it coming? A seemingly innocuous, yet surprisingly heated, debate about… sparkling water. It all started innocently enough. Baldoni, known for his role in “Jane the Virgin” and his work…

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Martin Kerr: Returns to Los Angeles

Get ready, Los Angeles! Martin Kerr, the captivating singer-songwriter, is bringing his incredible live show back to LA for an exclusive, intimate engagement at the iconic Hotel Cafe! Join him on February 21st for a night of unforgettable music in this legendary, classy venue. Tickets are selling fast, so don’t miss your chance to experience…

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Books That Make You: Chelan Harkin

Join Host Desiree Duffy on a deep dive into the world of mystic poetry and beyound with guest Chelan Harkin. Sunday November 10th, at 8 PM and 11 PM Pacific Time. Chelan Harkin’s poetic journey began at 21, sparked by a profound mystical experience that opened the floodgates of inspired verse. Poetry became an intimate…

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A Voice for Change: The Life of Myrlie Evers-Williams Exhibit

Discover the multifaceted life of civil rights activist, champion for justice, and trailblazing civic leader, Myrlie Evers-Williams in A Voice for Change: The Life of Myrlie Evers-Williams. This exhibit, open to the public at The Claremont Colleges Library, spans six tumultuous decades in American history and highlights significant chapters in the campaign for civil rights and…

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