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Ford Fund Partners with City of Tacoma and Washington State History Museum to Honor Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with Men of Courage Barbershop Challenge & Men of Change Exhibit

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The Men of Courage Barbershop Challenge– an initiative aimed at furthering the narrative of positive imagery and messaging around African American men – headed to the Pacific Northwest this week to unveil the finalists in the Ford Men of Courage Tacoma Barbershop Challenge. The challenge centers on a keystone in communities, the African American barbershop, and encourages shop owners to utilize their existing foundation for community conversation as a launch pad to turn those ideas into community outreach.

This week’s events consisted of the official unveiling of the newly renovated Men of Courage branded Barbershop Challenge Finalists: Goodfellas 253 and Legends Barbershop as well as a specially curated Leadership Forum.

Men of Courage Barbershop Challenge Makeover

In addition to the $10,000 grand prize, finalists for the Men of Courage Barbershop challenge received a custom renovation designed to enhance the customer experience and inspire the Men of Courage narrative in the community. Attendees toured the newly renovated facilities, Wednesday evening, January 16. Owners, Eric Upchurch (Goodfellas 253) and Hasani Frederick (Legends Barbershop) were on hand to discuss their vision for the competition and the impact it will make on their community.

Men of Courage Leadership Forum

The Men of Courage Leadership Forum provided the opportunity for aspiring entrepreneurs to join global business leaders and influencers for an open dialogue on Personal Branding, Leadership and Economic Stability. The capacity filled room featured innovative thought leaders, Hajj Flemings (Brand Camp University), Walter Ward III (Mobile Business School) and Jonathan Wilkins (Power of Leadership). The forum concluded with a reception and private tour of the Men of Change exhibition and special remarks from Ford Executives, Pamela Alexander and Tacoma Mayor, Victoria Woodard.

BUILDING “THE BRAND” AZSOUL/AZ100 – DIGITAL RADIO NETWORK

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D.Beaver/NW FACTS on Heard the Word Gospel Show Get your inspiration and spiritual blessings with Thomas Heard. Sundays from 8am-12pm on AZ Soul.

The Arizona Digital Radio Network was established in 2018. The company’s headquarters is in Phoenix, AZ. Our mission is to bring award winning content as the only media outlet to proudly serve the urban market in Arizona

The Arizona Digital Radio Network is a “high quality” all digital radio station app system accessible on many digital platforms. The stations that we currently provide are AZ100 and AZ Soul.

Relationship building matters, every step of the way in growing and developing a Brand. Check out the interview with Dennis Beaver Publisher / NW FACTS on Heard the Word Gospel Show Get your inspiration and spiritual blessings with Thomas Heard.   https://www.facebook.com/azsoulradio

https://www.facebook.com/az100radio/

Download the App AZ Soul & AZ 100

DJ Class Morning Mixx
DJ Class is giving you the hottest music in the mix weekdays from 6-10am on AZ100 and AZ Soul.

Heard the Word Gospel Show
Get your inspiration and spiritual blessings with Thomas Heard.
Sundays from 8am-12pm on AZ Soul.

Phoenix After Dark
Join your host, RL as he brings you the soulful sounds of the night.
Slow jams from the 80’s, 90’s and now. Weekdays from 8-10pm on AZ Soul.

Sincerely Soulful 2.0
Check out Lady Sincere playing the hottest R&B, progressive Hip Hop and Arizona local music. Saturdays from 10am-2pm on AZ Soul.

Saturday Night House Experience
Get your House Music groove on with DJ Mr. Showtyme. He’s bringing you the ultimate dance experience Saturday nights from 8-10pm on AZ Soul.

Sunday Night Jazz
Marks the Spot closes out the weekend with smooth Jazz to soothe your soul and relax your mind. From old to new, Mark gives you the best Jazz sound in Arizona and abroad. Sunday nights from 7-9pm on AZ Soul.

Island Vybes
DJ Skoolboi takes you to the islands on a Caribbean journey. Playing the hottest Reggae, Dancehall and Soca sounds. Sundays from 2-3pm on AZ100 & AZ Soul.

The Raw Mixx
DeeJay KayDee keeps it lit as he kicks off AZ100 uncensored programming. Uncut, unfiltered and explicit lyrics from 10pm-2am on AZ100.

FEED Your Soul AZ SOUL and KEEP IT 100 AZ100

Martin Luther King, Jr., Redeeming the Prophetic Vision Interfaith Gathering

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Sunday, January 19, 2020 will mark the 14th annual Martin Luther King, Jr., Redeeming the Prophetic Vision, an annual, all volunteer-organized, interfaith community event. It seeks to honor Dr. King’s radical call for peace and justice for ALL people by helping our community to shine the light of his vision on our current local, national, and global situation; re-imagine unity across difference; renew our shared commitment to the path of social justice; and reconnect with peace and justice activists and advocates across our community.

This inspiring event is produced by The Conversation in partnership with Associated Ministries and Urban Grace Church. Come and hear Dr. Dexter Gordon’s keynote address, and see a dramatic production written and directed by C. Rosalind Bell.

After the main program, come downstairs for light refreshments, conversation, and networking. Over 25 community organizations will be on hand to chat about their programs.

Join The Conversation, Urban Grace Church, and Associated Ministries at Redeeming the Prophetic Vision 2019.  Bring your family, friends, colleagues, and neighbors on Sunday, January 19, 2020 at 2:30pm to Urban Grace Church (corner of 9th & Market) in downtown Tacoma.  Plan to “fill a row” at Urban Grace!

Ice skating championships runs through the weekend at Sprinker

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Ice Sports Industry (ISI) has selected Sprinker Recreation Center to host the Ice Sports Industry West Coast Championships, Jan. 17-18, as their first national event of the year.

This annual recreational ice skating competition expects 300 skaters ranging in ages 3 to 73, from Alaska, California, Texas, Hawaii, Oregon, and Washington, competing as individuals or teams in a variety of events from dance to freestyle.

 

 

This event is free to the public to view. Competitions of different age levels and events begins Friday and runs through Sunday at Sprinker Recreation Center, 14824 C St. S. in Tacoma.

Event times are:

  • Friday, Jan. 17 – 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.
  • Saturday, Jan. 18 – 8 a.m. – 9 p.m.
  • Sunday, Jan. 19 – 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Additional information can be found at the ISI website.

MUSEUM OF POP CULTURE ANNOUNCES 2020 SOUND OFF! SEMIFINALISTS

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Tickets on Sale Now for the 19th Annual Showcase & Competition in February/March 2020
The Museum of Pop Culture (MoPOP) today announced the semifinalists for MoPOP’s 19th annual Sound Off!, the Pacific Northwest’s premier 21-and-under music showcase and competition. Out of more than 120 submissions, 12 bands and solo artists have been selected to compete.
The semifinalists were first announced on KEXP 90.3 FM’s Afternoon Show on Wednesday, January 15. Featuring talent from across the Northwest, this year’s semifinalists represent genres including punk, metal, singer-songwriter, and hip-hop, and feature artists ranging in age from 16 to 21.
“Sound Off! is a platform for young people to experience creative expression as a life-changing force first-hand,” said MoPOP Executive Director, Alexis Lee. “Sound Off! sets these artists on a path to pursue their dreams and to become a part of a thriving artistic community.”
Now in his 10 th year supporting the program, the competition is hosted by KEXP DJ Troy Nelson and held at MoPOP’s legendary Sky Church. The semifinalists compete over three weekends for the chance to perform at the finals, which will include a special live broadcast on KEXP. Participants qualify for prizes like gear and performance opportunities — including the chance record videos in KEXP’s performance studio. Winners from each semifinal round, plus a wild card band chosen by MoPOP’s Youth Advisory Board, advance to the finals, held March 7, 2020.
The judging panel this year includes: musician and composer Andrew Joslyn, KEXP DJ Abbie Gobeli, musician and Sound Off! Alumni Cameron Lavi-Jones, and musician Leeni Ramadan.
This December, Katyrose Jordan (member of Sound Off! Winning band i///u, 2019), Maiah Wynne, and Dreadlight (Sound Off! 2018 Participants) performed at MoPOP’s Founders Award tribute concert for Brandi Carlile. Other Sound Off! alumni have gone on to collaborate with local producers, record successful albums, and perform at top Northwest festivals like Timber, Northwest Folklife, and Bumbershoot. Past participants include Travis Thomspon, Kithkin, Special Explosion, Brothers from Another, Dave B, Manatee Commune, Naked Giants, Sol, Laza, and Parisalexa.
SCHEDULE
Saturday, February 15: SEMIFINALS #1
8:00pm (doors 7:00pm)
Kaia, Edmonds, WA (Indie R&B)
Ry Lucia, Seattle, WA (Singer/Songwriter)
Tiny Planet, Seattle, WA (Jazz/Fusion)
The Human Missile Crisis, Tukwila, WA (Punk/Experimental)
Saturday, February 22: SEMIFINALS #2
8:00pm (doors 7:00pm)
49th Parallel, Seattle, WA (Hip-Hop)
Mr. Dinkles, Seattle, WA (Punk)
Searows, Portland, OR (Singer/Songwriter)
thom.ko, Bainbridge, WA (R&B)
Saturday, February 29: SEMIFINALS #3
8:00pm (doors 7:00pm)
David’s Van, Woodinville, WA (Metal)
Mirabai Kukathas, Seattle, WA (Singer/Songwriter)
Seven Sky, Seattle, WA (Jazz)
Talaya., Seattle, WA (R&B)
Saturday, March 7: FINALS with live broadcast on KEXP
7:00pm (doors 6:00pm)
Featuring the winning band from each semifinal plus the wild card winner chosen by MoPOP’s Youth Advisory Board.
TICKETS
$14 – General Public
$10 – Youth Ages 5-17 + MoPOP Members
$5 Teen Tix Members
Tickets for one semifinal and the final are 15 percent off. Tickets for three semifinals and the final are 25 percent off.
Get tickets at MoPOP.org/soundoff

High School Basketball : Rainier Beach V Garfield

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Rainieravenueradio.world is broadcasting high school basketball games throughout the season up through the state championships, thanks to a partnership with Seattle Public Schools Metro League and the Washington Interscholastic Activities Association.

FRIDAY JANUARY 17, 2020
Rainier Beach High School v Garfield High School
5:45pm Girls
7:30 Boys

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Don’t Fret Over A Career Path; Take The Road Less Traveled

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By Sandra A. Miller
“The road less traveled” is an iconic idiom that has bounced around for decades, but sadly, not enough young people are taking it as they head into adulthood.
Paraphrased from a line in the Robert Frost poem, The Road Not Taken, the road less traveled conjures the image of a young person acting independently, freeing themselves from conformity and perhaps making bold choices or even ill-advised, risky ones. It sounds exciting and can lead to spectacular successes – or failures.
Most, of course, prefer the safer path, with a four-year college degree becoming almost cliché as the most secure way to go forward in life. And there are other conventional routes: getting a stable job right out of high school, a training program leading to a career, etc.
Look, college is still a great gateway to your future. It’s one I took and recommend. I teach writing in college now. But what I’m saying is, whatever you do, don’t let societal conformity or expectations, peer pressure, know-it-all professors, parental pressure, or your own fears and insecurity prevent you from taking the road – or several side roads – less traveled.
There cannot possibly be a better way to learn about yourself. Take the scenic route down the dirt path by the creek. Through the woods, over the mountains. The road less traveled. Follow your heart wherever it leads.
Give yourself a green light
Allow me to flash a blinking red light on your safe path as an absolute danger to the quality of your life, your development and potential, and not least of all, to the wealth of your memories.
From the luxury of looking into my own rear-view mirror, I can tell you that being spontaneous, courageous, and zestful can lead to extraordinary experiences that will make your life far richer than it otherwise would be.
Most of us grow up being told what to do by well-meaning parents, or at least guided in some ways. And that’s as it should be, to a degree; on the other end of the spectrum, the overbearing or helicoptering parent snuffs the freedom out of you before it has a chance to breathe once you’re out of the house. You feel obliged to a life of conformity.
But as you teeter on the threshold of your adult life, having this golden chance that will never come again, I want to tell you some things.
First of all, use your voice and be big in the world. Be big and loud and bold.
After 18 years of being told how to think and what to believe in, this is your chance to show who you are and to decide which direction you want to start in.
Don’t feel guilty. Try owning your voice to reject what doesn’t feel true and right, and then consider what you’re passionate about, what enthralls you. Go for it then; don’t wait to have time for it later.  Otherwise, that time might not come as life’s conformities start coming at you in waves – the 9 to 5 job, marriage, children – all before you took the grand opportunity to explore and discover more of yourself.
Don’t worry about choosing wrong. You can change your mind again, and then again.
Live in the moment – and live large
That’s the incredible thing you don’t realize yet: Life is more fluid than fixed. You get to jump streams, change paths until you find the one that’s singularly yours.
And while you’re looking for your path, you can also stress a little less. Getting A’s in college is commendable, sure, but grades aren’t the real stuff of life. That comes with impromptu adventures and midnight escapades, meeting new people, even messing up a little. These are some of the best years of your hopefully long life, and there’s a lot of fun to be had and things to discover – including yourself.
So, with that, you might think about leaving the library now and then and shedding the nickname “bookworm.” Cram less. Live more. Maybe even crawl into the bell tower and drink beer with your friends.
You do not want to look back with regrets. I had fun in my younger life as an adventurer, but one major event stopped me in my tracks when I was in college and really before I embarked on out-of-the-box choices and the road less traveled.
I was driving home on a dreary December afternoon in the middle of final exams, shortly after getting the call that my father had died. Our relationship had long suffered. I wondered what I could have done differently before losing him, and I would spend decades trying to heal my broken heart.
From the vantage point of midlife, people who suffered similar losses in their distant past can finally see the truth behind the pain. For me, my difficult relationship with my dad was part of my journey, and looking back now, the perpetual ache I felt to connect with him propelled me, led me around the globe to the most magical places.
It led me to Asia to teach. To Europe, where I fell in love with languages. And South America, where I stumbled onto a spiritual path.
Sometimes taking the road less traveled may create the impression you’re running away, but this is all part of your search to find yourself apart from your family. You’re beginning on the edge of adulthood as I did, a shy, 18-year-old worrier, constantly wondering if you are doing the right thing for your future. The right thing is being you, and the journey is about discovering you.
Whatever road – or roads – you take, don’t worry about wrong turns, and just keep living forwards, not backwards or sideways. You’ll find your way, in part by stumbling into your truths far down the road. Every step, every mistake, every regret and every moment of incalculable joy is essential to this journey you are on.
Sandra A. Miller (www.SandraAMiller.com), author of Trove: A Woman’s Search for Truth and Buried Treasure, teaches writing at the University of Massachusetts, Lowell. She previously worked in the editorial department at NAL/Penguin and later worked as a literary agent. She has written stories, articles and essays that have appeared in hundreds of regional and national publications, including Modern Bride, Glamour, The Boston Globe, The Christian Science Monitor, Yankee, and The Washington Post OnParenting blog. She has facilitated workshops on treasure hunting as a spiritual experience. Miller also has created her own armchair treasure hunt with a custom-made jeweled bracelet worth $2,200 as the prize. The bracelet is hidden somewhere in New England, and she will be providing clues through the blog on her website.

 

Self-help book to assist people in their 40s in reevaluating, realigning and rebooting their lives

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Self-help book to assist people in their 40s in reevaluating, realigning and rebooting their lives

Diane Mullen steps into the publishing world with

‘43 YEAR OLD FEMALE’

 Taking inspiration from her own experiences and realizations that resulted in her life reboot, Diane Mullen writes “43 YEAR OLD FEMALE” (published by AuthorHouse), a book that serves as a foundation and inspiration to reevaluate, realign and reboot life during a person’s 40s.

Mullen’s book presents a method to rebooting lives, including tips and tools to train the brain and body using change of habit, as well as how to apply the same method to take action on your bucket list and daily life happiness.

“43 YEAR OLD FEMALE” will greatly help people who are entering midlife. “I think that when people enter their 40s, they start to look at their life with more clarity, or want to. It is a friendly wake-up call for those that feel this desire and courage to take a deeper look,” Mullen says.

Through her first published book, Mullen hopes to relay that it is important to stop long enough to truly see where a person’s life is going and determine whether it matches their inner compass. “Your 40s is a decade in life that, in many ways, opens you up to make changes that actually stick. You know yourself more authentically because you’ve experienced life more thoroughly,” she explains.

“43 YEAR OLD FEMALE”

About the Author

Diane Mullen has a master’s degree in physical therapy from Washington University in St. Louis. She has a bachelor’s degree with a minor in psychology from Purdue University. She lives in Carlsbad, California, and is the creator of The Mullen Method. Mullen is also designing small-group retreats for single, kid-free women in their 40s.

 

AuthorHouse, an Author Solutions, Inc. self-publishing imprint, is a leading provider of book publishing, marketing, and bookselling services for authors around the globe and offers the industry’s only suite of Hollywood book-to-film services. Committed to providing the highest level of customer service, AuthorHouse assigns each author personal publishing and marketing consultants who provide guidance throughout the process. Headquartered in Bloomington, Indiana, AuthorHouse celebrates over 23 years of service to authors. For more information or to publish a book visit authorhouse.com or call 1-888-519-5121.

 

Coming Together to Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Expresses Solidarity With Black Americans Across the Nation

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National Sikh Campaign Celebrates Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Expresses Solidarity With Black Americans Across the Nation

Ahead of Martin Luther King Jr. Day taking place on Monday, January 20, the National Sikh Campaign issued the following statement: 

“Martin Luther King Jr.’s work paved the way for Black Americans, marginalized people, and allies everywhere to stand up for dignity, understanding, and freedom,” said Anjleen Kaur Gumer, Executive Director of the National Sikh Campaign. “Now more than ever, it’s important to celebrate the progress we’ve made while acknowledging the fight isn’t over. We must continue working against racism and discrimination to create a world where everyone is treated with respect.

“Sikhism’s founder, Guru Nanak, began his work in the 1500s by speaking out against discrimination of women and the poor — a fight for justice that mirrors Dr. King’s hundreds of years later. Sikhs hold Guru Nanak’s values of equality closely, and believe that everyone has access to God, regardless of their background. For this reason, Sikh Americans are honored to stand with our Black neighbors in celebration and solidarity.”

In Loving Memory of Dorrine May Stewart

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Dorrine May Stewart

Saturday, December 28th 2019, Dorrine May Stewart peacefully passed away. Although she has left behind many that will forever grieve the loss of such an amazing person, she is reunited with several of her loved ones in heaven. She proceeds in death, her mother Corrine Lange, her late husband Ronald Stewart Sir, along with many others. She has left behind to celebrate her life Corrine Stewart(daughter), Angel Fiame(daughter), Derrick Harris(son), her siblings, and grandchildren. Dorrine was a compassionate and giving person who will be remembered by many and abundantly missed, Although we may not understand now why the Lord chose to bring her home at what we feel may be way too soon, we can find comfort in knowing we have gained another guardian angel.

The service will take place at Cady Funeral Home in Kent, Wa located at 8418 S 222nd St, Kent, WA 98031 at 2:00 pm.

Our heartfelt condolences to the family of Dorrine May Stewart
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