Posts Tagged ‘food’
2024 Black Farmers and Urban Gardeners National Conference
Soil & Soul: Forging Urban and Rural Sovereignty is the theme of this year’s conference. Come join us to connect with our Black agrarian family from across the nation in Houston, TX. Through engaging and participatory workshops, panel discussions, farm tours and fun social events, we will take time to honor our past, celebrate our present and dream up the future of Black Food Sovereignty. The conference will provide hands-on, skill-building workshops on sustainable agriculture education including soil health, land reclamation, financial literacy, seeds saving, and other related topics.
Read More‘Supermarket Redlining’: Why Black Families Pay More for Food
Grocery prices have soared for everyone, but experts say Black consumers face disproportionately higher costs and rates of food insecurity. Supermarket redlining has led to food deserts in Black communities and, not only higher prices, but greater incidences of diet-related diseases.
Read MoreBlack Arts Fest MKE 2024
Black Arts Fest MKE is packed with fun-filled festivities with exciting programming featuring Art, Education, Music, Entertainment, Poetry, Dance, Fashion, Literature, Heritage, Health, Wellness, Community, Cuisine, Vendor Markets and more. The festival strives to educate all and strengthen pride in African ancestry.
Read MoreMilwaukee’s World-Renowned Juneteenth Day Celebration
Since 1971, Juneteenth in Milwaukee has grown larger each year and the community doesn’t hold anything back. Milwaukee’s celebration is one of the largest and oldest in the country. Enjoy several blocks of fun with over 170,000 participants. Celebrate with food, speakers, live music, and, of course, one of the largest Juneteenth parades in the country.
Read MoreLaChelle Cunningham: Improvising on Black American roots in the kitchen
One Minneapolis chef wants to help other Black entrepreneurs grow their businesses and build their communities.
Read MoreAfroFuture Fest
AfroFuture, formerly known as Afrochella, is a celebration of Africa’s diverse culture and the vibrant work of African creatives and entrepreneurs.
Read More2023 Black Farmers and Urban Gardeners National Conference
Black Urban Growers (BUGs) and our partners are pleased to present the 11th Annual Black Farmers & Urban Gardeners (BUGS) Conference, convening urban and rural farmers, chefs, food product makers, students, herbalists, nutritionists, consumers, policymakers, educators, activists and organizations from across the country! Come join us to connect with our Black agrarian family from across the nation in the city of brotherly love, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Read MoreMy Black. Is Beautiful Too. The Fashion Show
This event celebrates the beauty and uniqueness of black culture. Join us for an evening filled with music, dance, food, and art. This event is a great opportunity to connect with the black community in the city of Milwaukee and learn more about local talents from a neighborhood near you.
Read MoreBlack Arts Fest MKE 2023
Black Arts Fest MKE is packed with fun-filled festivities with exciting programming featuring Art, Education, Music, Entertainment, Poetry, Dance, Fashion, Literature, Heritage, Health, Wellness, Community, Cuisine, Vendor Markets and more. The festival strives to educate all and strengthen pride in African ancestry.
Read MoreWe All Gon’ Eat: A Celebration Of Black Entrepreneurs In Milwaukee
Food connects us! Join us at Sherman Phoenix on Monday, June 19th from 6-9pm for an evening of celebration of black businesses in Milwaukee. Food much like community is the nourishment we all need, We All Gon’ Eat!
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