Events
6th Annual Crabs, Beer & Spirits by the James Come join us at Kanawha Plaza for the 6th Annual Crabs, Beer & Spirits by the James event! IThis year we featuring the Earth, Wind & Fire Tribute Band. It’s a day filled with delicious crabs, refreshing beer, and tasty spirits all along the beautiful James […]
We are excited to announce our regional wide partnership with Applebee’s to collect school supplies for our annual Prep for Success. Starting July 28th through August 13th you can go to ANY Applebee’s in the area to drop off your donation of new school supplies Prep for Success is an annual back to school bash that aims […]
Join us for a free, family-friendly event to kick off the school year! Prep for Success is all about community, support, and making sure students are ready to thrive. Date: August 16th 2025 Time: 10am-2pm Location: Speaking Spirit Ministries 4205 Ravenswood Road Enjoy free school supplies (while they last), kids’ activities, food, music, giveaways, local vendors, and more. […]
Juneteenth reminds us that freedom cannot be fully realized without economic power, and this rally, block party, and spiritual revival celebrates that.
When: Sun, August 24, 2025 Time: 7:00 pm Door Opens: 5:30 pm
This year’s Essence Black Women In Hollywood Awards honorees included 2025 Academy Award nominee Cynthia Erivo, singer-actress Teyana Taylor, legendary actress Marla Gibbs, and writer-executive producer Raamla Mohamed.
Stars like Colman Domingo, Kendrick Sampson and Amber Riley were in attendance at Boozy Bounce in New Orleans during EssenceFest.
