More Than Just Popcorn: De J Lozada Blazes a Trail in Barton Creek Mall
byThe unique Soul Popped energy is evident the moment you walk into the Barton Creek Mall store just outside Macy’s, on the first floor.
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‘Evelyn From the Internets’ Opens Up About Life Off Camera Ahead of New PBS Show
byIf you’ve ever watched one of Evelyn Ngugi’s YouTube videos on natural hair care or her food reviews, or even her cultural commentaries and…
Black Love Is in the Air in Texas
byWhen the founders of Black Love Texas created the Facebook group in late March, they were hoping to create a forum for singles to connect on a regional level. The serial social entrepreneurs, (one a marketing consultant and the other a dentist), could not have imagined that in under five months, the group would have burgeoned into an online collective of over 2,300 members and would host several regional events and panels.
Givens Swims: A Dance for a City Pool and It’s People
byThe tides have been turning in East Austin for some time. A few decades ago with gentrification. Nearly a century ago when Austin leaders…
Critically-Acclaimed Writer and Creator of Soul Food: The Series Joins UT as Professor of Screenwriting
byThe average person knows the names of the actresses and actors they see on screen, but they don’t always know the talented crew and minds behind the production. Felicia D. Henderson is a name you should know.
Showroom 808: A Women’s Collaborative Marketplace Grand Opening
byFounder and CEO of Hawkins Bucklew™ Jewelry Designs, Sheila Hawkins-Bucklew, is celebrating the grand opening of Showroom 808, a women’s collaborative marketplace for creative female entrepreneurs.
On Stage at Zach: The Ballad of Klook and Vinette
byThe Ballad of Klook and Vinette, a gritty story told in spoken word pattern and jazz-infused melodies is now playing on Zach Theater’s Kleberg…
Lily’s List: Sprung on Spring
by[vessel-campaign id=”129″] It hasn’t exactly felt like it lately but spring has sprung! Patio weather is finally here to stay and Austin has plenty…
Zach’s Notes From the Field: Theater for Real People
byNotes from the Field, Anna Deavere Smith’s awarding-winning play, wrenches your heart, illuminates humanity and provides proof that change is in the wind. The…
Bold and Vulnerable: Mrs. Ambrosius-Billups Arrives at One World Theatre
byThe songstress is coming! The songstress is coming! Marsha Ambrosius will be in concert at Austin’s One World Theater Friday night, with an early show at 7:00 and a late show at 9:30.
Love Black+Buy Black: Lily’s List on where to shop for your Valentine, anytime!
byIf there is a special someone in your life hopefully they feel loved and appreciated every day but if you want to do something…
Compton’s Soul Food Pop-up, Trap Kitchen, Makes Tour Stop in Austin
byA Blood and a Crip walk into a kitchen. Sounds like the start of an interesting joke, but it’s actually the beginning of an inspiring, powerful story about entrepreneurship, friendship, and soul food.