The Converse and Cocktails event at the Motivated Mom Retreat was a celebration of parenthood, recognizing the strength and resilience of parents, and offering a reminder to pour back into ourselves so that we can keep giving our best to our families.
Category: Culture
Posted inBusiness
Dallas Zoo Announces Tyrone Taylor as Vice President of People and Culture
Tyrone Taylor has been appointed as the Vice President of People and Culture at the Dallas Zoo, where he will drive talent management, foster organizational development, and elevate employee engagement.
Posted inNational
53rd Annual Legislative Conference’s Vision to Victory called for Action and Accountability
The Annual Legislative Conference featured discussions on racial equity, economic empowerment, climate justice, health disparities, and criminal justice reform, with experts, activists, policymakers, and thought leaders highlighting the importance of intersectionality and the need for strong voter turnout in the 2024 election.
Posted inMusic
Dallas Symphony Orchestra’s Biggest Fundraiser to Be Co-Chaired by Power Couple Laura Harris-Means and Patrick Means
Laura Harris-Means and Patrick Means are serving as Co-Chairs of the Dallas Symphony Orchestra’s biggest fundraising event of the year, the Symphony Gala, to raise awareness and support for the organization’s educational programs and initiatives.
Posted inCulture
Dallas Chocolate Festival Returns with a Twist: FIG Takes Ownership and Showcases Local Businesses
The 14th Annual Dallas Chocolate Festival is returning to the Fashion Industry Gallery (FIG) from September 6th to 8th, featuring a wide array of chocolatiers, exclusive chocolate pairings from top Dallas chefs, and interactive workshops and demos.
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Texas Athletes Shine at the 2024 Olympics with 53 Medals
The United States dominated the 2024 Olympics with 53 medals won by athletes with Texas ties, including Sha’Carri Richardson, Tara Davis-Woodhall, Simone Biles, and Jordan Chiles, who celebrated their victories with unique Texas-style celebrations.
Posted inChan Zuckerberg Initiative
The Great Generational Divide and A Path Forward. Together.
Generation Z teachers are challenging older generations to reconsider their values and work ethic, as they prioritize work smarter, not harder, and focus on setting boundaries and creating a healthier work/life balance.
Posted inWord In Black
Rest. The Revolution Black Women Need.
Black women are more likely to experience severe symptoms during menopause and other health issues due to historical and societal factors, and it is important for them to prioritize self-care and wellness practices to improve their overall health and wellbeing.
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AI in Education. A Gift or a Curse?
With the rising use of chatbots, like Chat GPT, gaining mainstream popularity in recent years, there has been increasing skepticism by many educators across the country when considering how, or […]
Posted inWord In Black
Living History: Black Reenactors Walk in Ancestors’ Footsteps
by Renata Sago “When you consider reenactment, what does that mean to you?” Lavada Nahon asks. For more than a decade, Nahon, a technical theater specialist-turned-culinary and cultural historian, has interpreted […]
