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The Lion King @ Dr. Phillips Center: 4/23 - 5/18
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9th Annual CommUNITY Rainbow Run - June 7th
Let’s Laugh About It Comedy Show @ Dr. Phillips Center - 7/19/25
B.E.L.A.C Foundation’s Annual Childhood Cancer Awareness 5K - 7/26/25
Chris Brown @ Raymond James Stadium - 8/2/25
Maxwell @ Kia Center - 8/9/25
The Weeknd @ Camping World Stadium - 8/24/25
The American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer - October 25th
Chris Brown @ Camping World Stadium - 9/30/25
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Monica May's Point Of View
Every Sunday morning, 'Monica May's Point Of View' will feature conversations built on hot topics and issues concerning African Americans. Local and national guests will share their points of view as well.
ANNUAL MOTHER’S DAY TRIBUTE: Sister Anita Barnes, Pastor Tekoa Pouerie and Dr. Marcelline Girlie
Sister Anita Barnes – Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church, Eatonville FL covered us in prayer from Proverbs 31. Her prayer to refresh, restore and reignite women who are new mom’s, seasoned, grandmothers, aunts or godmothers was a spiritual request for Peace and Joy! She hosts an annual Mother’s Day Breakfast that has been in existence since 1998 for women in our community. Follow her on FB @ Anita L. Barnes Pastor Tekoa Pouerie shared from her newest book, “I am Courageous” about the importance of speaking words of faith over your own life as well as that of your family, business and everything connected with you. When it comes to grief during Mother’s Day, Tekoa said “You have to Feel so you can Heal!” In order to change the outcomes for your finances, relationships or career you have to change internally – so begin to speak favorably into the universe through affirmations. The former VP of PACE Center for Girls National is now the new CEO of the SharingCenter.org which is a faith-based resource organization serving the homeless in Seminole County. Her book is on Amazon, and you can connect with her on all social platforms @ tekoapouerie.com Dr. Marcelline Girlie, Author, Mom and Family & Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse shared with the grieving moms from her personal loss (husband Courtney) that there is “Peace where there is Pain and Glory can reside alongside Grief!” If you are struggling with an unhealthy relationship with your mom, Dr. Girlie said, “Accept the relationship as it is, and connect with someone else who can fill in that space.” Her book, “There’s a Juice for That!” helped her not only lose weight but realize that our gut is our 2nd brain – feed it well in order to feel good! Use the Yuka app to scan food ingredients Connect with her at www.vividmindscare.com or on all social platforms drmarcellinegirlie.com
Mother’s Day Concert Updates: New Opening Act – Singer Sisaundra Lewis and BBIF/ Real ID Info/ Mental Health Awareness and our Youth
Sisaundra Lewis is a staple voice in our community, who has sung with Peabo Bryson, toured with Celine Dion and even appeared on The Voice. She has her own television show on the Afrotainment Network and new music coming out this week. Lewis will open for Fred Hammond at this week’s 4th Annual Mother’s Day Concert. About Sisaundra: EPK | Sisaundra Live Tickets onsale now - info at STAR945.com. One of the sponsors for the 4th Annual Mother’s Day Concert is the Black Business Investment Fund who has been in our community for 35 years now. They service the entire state of Florida, and started providing loans in Georgia as well. Lamont Jackson, shared that Their goal is to be able to match the resources and give access to capital funds to help Black entrepreneurs and businesses. BBIF is focused on leveling the playing field, as well as providing the time needed to guide clients the opportunity to grow a successful business. They follow up monthly roundtables and offer free financial planning. One thing they shared is that if a business is offered a loan, repayment begins 30-45 days after closing. So make sure you are ready for the first payment. May 7th is the deadline for Real ID to go into effect. A 2005 mandate passed by Congress was recommended after 9/11 to set tighter security standards. You will need to be ID Complaint to travel domestically on planes in the US. Will need it to access Federal Buildings. Documents needed... Certified Birth Certificate Social Security Card, or W2 form with SS # on it. 2 forms of Residency, Utility Bill, Rental Agreement, If married or name change, bring Marriage Certificate. Florida is 99% Compliant – For more information www.octaxcol.com The Summer Slide is real and so is Mental Health Awareness when it comes to our students. Dr. Treshonda Baucom with Enriched Life Counseling discussed what’s causing stress with our kids today. School’s out for the summer, less activity and structure can lead to real turmoil Talk with your kids about a plan for their summer – whether it be camp, travel or at home. There has to be structure. She discussed the Mental and Social effects of isolation and boredom and told parents to Praise the Process - encourage your children, check in with them, ask questions on how they are doing and find ways to help . Want to create some sense of normalcy similar to the school year as well as provide options to keep children out of trouble. Schools create spaces for these children and keep them engaged. The food programs ensure children are fed over the summer. Connect with Dr. Baucom www.Enrichedlifecounseling.com or call 407-593-4500 Another way to keep kids engaged is through writing. PAGE 15 was founded in 2008, after joining forces with Parramore Kid Zone. It is a literacy based Non-profit, located at 363 N Parramore,Ave. Orlando, FL 32801 in the Grand Avenue Neighborhood Center. It is a FREE after school and summer program to help with Children’s literacy. It is a creative writing program to get them engaged. It gives children a chance to build resilience as well as find their voice. Helps them with creative storytelling and narrative therapy, which gives students a way to tell their life stories by changing the negative to a positive. Young author Jordan said Page 15, “Creates a safe space. and that Parents should think about how they felt when they were children and understand that they have the same feelings.” She will be one of the many students highlighted in their 13th Annual Anthology, “Inspired.” Meet the young authors May 8th Students participate through a Writing Contest Across Central Florida who chooses 15 authors to publish in their book. The event sponsored by the Orlando Magic at the Orlando Museum of Art May 8th and is FREE to attend. To find out more www.Page15.org
UNDERSTANDING THE IMPACT OF MEDICAL RESEARCH – CARE ACCESS/LOCAL & LEGISLATIVE UPDATES – EQUAL GROUND/ CITY OF ORLANDO D-5 COMMISSIONER ROSE UPDATE
Our mantra “You Can’t Treat Me if You Don’t Know Me,” is the reason why CARE ACCESS is making clinical research available to all. It is the only way African American DNA will ever be considered when developing new drugs. Jammie Wood with CARE ACCESS shared how they bring FREE health screenings and education to communities of color in order to advance strides in medicine. They offer specific cholesterol testing as well as lipid panels, liver screenings, A1c to determine pre-diabetes or diabetic status, kidney function and protein analysis for Alzheimer’s Disease. To find out when the screenings are happening, call 407/917-2868 for Joneal Brunner or www.myhearttest.com Executive Director of EQUAL GROUND, Genesis Robinson gave a comprehensive update on the current legislative session. They are still trying to balance our state budget, since the House wants to reduce our sales tax from 6% to 5.25%. Not only will that be less revenue to operate with, the cuts will drastically affect areas like health & education which is already seeing millions of dollars in deficits. The Senate Democratic Leader Jason Pizzo resigned under pressure from constituents on the floor last week. The interim is Laurie Bermon with Tracey Davis stepping into place in 2026. Republicans in the Florida state House of Representatives have been investigating whether Gov. Ron DeSantis’ administration illegally used $10 million tied to a federal Medicaid settlement to help defeat a 2024 ballot measure legalizing recreational marijuana. The organization is tied to one his wife Casey operates. Dates to remember are as follows: May – August EG will do statewide updates, May 27th is the deadline to register to vote in the upcoming June 24th Primary election. However, you must register again by June 12th if you plan to vote by mail in the June 24th Primary election for Senate seat 40 (vacant since the sudden death of Senator Thompson) and House seat 15 (which will become vacant as Lavon Davis plans to run for Senator Thompson’s seat). September 2nd is the General Election. Interim Commissioner Shan Rose of D-5 in the City of Orlando talked in depth about what she’s been working on over the last 10 months of being in office. The former City employee and resident of Paramore talked about housing and employment opportunities available now and on the horizon for residents. Safety is her top priority along with procuring business opportunities and career development for residents. Her youth mentorships, advocacy for the homeless and senior citizens in her district have been priorities as well. Connect with the Commissioner who plans to run to retain her seat in November. Stay connected: District5@Orlando.gov on social media orlandodistrict5 or call 407.246-2005
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