Black History Month is a call for all of us to recognize, celebrate, and learn more about the history and accomplishments of African Americans. Intentionally doing so helps counteract the ways in which contributions, achievements (and even the everyday...
Black History Month
It’s February, and unless you’re living under a rock, you know that February is Black History Month. “Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and time for recognizing the central role of...
I opened Facebook to see a post about my cousin struggling to breathe in the hospital. And the loss of a beloved professor from COVID. I opened Instagram to see a friend post about the fires in Greece, close...
The History of Juneteenth
Juneteenth or "Freedom Day" is an American holiday that is celebrated by many in the black community annually. Its origins can be traced back to Texas, where the last remaining enslaved black Americans living under the...
I personally love how Holi, the Indian festival of colors, culturally celebrates the transition from winter to spring — when new colors appear in nature — and new beginnings.
A close friend of mine shared a story on her recent podcast episode about Black History Month. Her elementary-aged son, who is Black, mentioned in class that it seemed odd that Black History month was assigned the shortest month...
I see you, moms, with your color-coded, minute-by-minute schedules. I see your beautiful attempts to maintain a civil household, entertain, and promote learning. I see {and admire} the future successes you're going to have. Although you may hit the...
School is back in session and my favorite season is upon us, Fall. I’m ready for all the pumpkins and fall decorations to come out of my closet and for the crisp, cool nights to take over. An important...
AROUND Collin County
Save the Date: May Kid-Friendly Events in Collin County
Looking for fun things to do with kids this month? Have a look at our round-up of family-friendly May events in Plano, Frisco, McKinney, and more.
