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Thank God For the Weekend!

I just want to share something that blessed me this week, give a shout out and share some local Brooklyn community resources.

Shout Out to OkayAfrica, the largest US-based website focusing on new and progressive music, art, politics, and culture from the African Continent, for hosting the coolest outdoor event 'Mzansi Heat & Naija Beats' on Thursday. ---Well maybe Dave Chapell still holds the title with his block party but I wasn’t there.

First of all before I got to the event I was able to view the live stream performance by students of Eagle Academy. Once I did arrive guides gave optional directions depending whether to sit or stand. Then there was quick but understandable security check before entry to the great space. It was such a large and beautiful spot. Best lighting and decor esthetic ever seriously.

The changing of colors, and string of lights hanging was so nice. There was great sound. Not too loud not too low. It was just right. The night was just so chill. Now I can recommend future attendance to Damrosch Park and OkayAfrica events since I’d never been.

Most of all seeing the OkayAfrica logo in the background, brothers and sisters representing with sounds from all over the diaspora and dancing by all of the beloved community at Lincoln Center Out of Doors #Priceless

Far as inspiration two things blessed me this week.

Toure Roberts and a prayer by Sarah Roberts Jakes. The video is “His Role, Her Movement, Our Rewards.” It’s so confirming and timely. His passionate preaching and how her prayer sealed a positive affirmation in my spirit, My God. Just watch it and pray that we can receive the wisdom.

I’ll also share some genius inspiration by Power of Positivity.

Some places I may/may not see you if in Brooklyn this Saturday .........

Ocean Hill Brownsville

RAPHA Inspirational Connect
11AM 78 Saratoga Ave Brooklyn, NY 11233

Ocean Hill Brownsville Coalition of Young Professionals
Monthly Meeting 12PM 47 Belmont Ave at Osborn St.

Crown Heights

Sterling Street Block Party Crown Heights
I Am CariBeing, Brooklyn Museum
Weeksville Heritage Center, Family Day

Sunday........Podcasts to checkout!

#GetCivicallyEngaged @SundayCivics.Org
MrWelfare.com
BrownGirlAlchemy

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