Posts Tagged ‘African American’
Brokering On Behalf of The People: Fabiola Brunache – by Ann Clanton
By Ann Clanton, “Speak-Up” contributing writer Like most real estate agents, Fabiola Brunache and her multicultural team of six licensed agents, assist prospective home buyers with comparative market analysis and understanding Rhode Island’s volatile market. Fabiola says her most important role as a Broker is helping communities of color with financial literacy. “As the Biden/Harris…
Read MoreChild Bride – author event: Best fiction e-book, Black Caucus, American Library Assoc.
Award-winning author Jennifer Smith Turner will discuss her latest novel, Child Bride on Thursday, March 18, 6:30 p.m. during a virtual discussion, sponsored by the Fairfield University Bookstore. The author will read excerpts from the book followed by a question and answer session. To participate in the discussion go to this link https://www.facebook.com/events/462397334944560/. Child Bride is the…
Read MorePinkies down? It’s a Holiday Mother-Daughter Tea Party
Holiday Mother Daughter Tea Party A Virtual Event with Lady Estelle will be held on Sunday, December 6th – with two Seatings: 2pm & 4pm.Even though this is virtual, space is limited to 15 Pairs each session. Registration includes a free porcelain teacup and etiquette guide. To register for 2pm “seating”, go here: https://form.jotform.com/200654847227155 To register…
Read More3rd Slave History Medallion dedicated at Smith’s Castle
By Charles Roberts, Executive Director, RI Slave History Medallions Photo, top: Lady Estelle Barada About 100 mask-wearing, socially distanced citizens attended the celebration of the third Slave History Medallion in Rhode Island, including Jamestown City Manager Jamie Hainsworth, City Council Representative Susan Taylor of Newport, State Representative Lauren Carson of Newport, State Representative Julie Casimiro of North Kingstown, and Senator Bridget Valverde of East Greenwich, Narragansett, and North and South Kingstown. The dedication ceremony at Smith’s Castle was…
Read MoreOn the Road to Freedom: A Roadside Guide to African American Sites in RI
“Stroll the highways and byways of Rhode Island and be astonished by the extraordinarily rich, compelling and groundbreaking contributions African Americans have made to the state’s landscape and cultural heritage. On foot or by car, or in the comfort or your own home, this guide will assist you in locating and exploring exciting sites, events and…
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