Wellness
Give Me Some Sugar
By Elizabeth Colen
Before you go trick or treating in a couple of weeks, you need to know more about what sugar is doing to your body. We’ve all heard that too much sugar is bad for us, right? Yes, we have.…
Year: 2017
Events
The Rundown: Things to do Thursday, November 16 – Sunday, November 19
By Shawn D. Allison, II
What’s the word brothers and sisters? I hope that you all have had an amazing week. But now, the weekend is here and it’s time to relax! Thanksgiving is quickly approaching but before we all indulge into the cornucopia of food, family and fellowship, check out what I got in store for you this week in “The Rundown!”…
2017 September/October
Join the Community Conversation About John Biggers
Join the Community Conversation About John Biggers
By Tonya Jameson
The Mint Museum isn’t letting John Biggers’ exhibit “Wheels in Wheels” close quietly. Instead, the museum is partnering with Pride Magazine to present CommUNITY Conversation: “DECODING: Symbols, Icons, Mysteries & Mischief in the Art of John Thomas Biggers.”…
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The Rundown: Things to Do Thursday, November 9 – Sunday, November 12
By Shawn D. Allison, II
Salutations family! I hope you all have had a fantastic week as I have. The election has concluded and it’s now time to move our city in a new and more progressive direction. To get things started, I encourage everyone to get their feet moving in the direction of some of these delightful events I have found for you all this weekend.…
2017 September/October
Why Watching Your Blood Pressure Matters
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common condition that can lead to serious complications such as heart attack or stroke if untreated. Many people may not even realize that they have high blood pressure, which is why the American Heart Association refers to the condition as “a silent killer.”…
Events
The Rundown: Things to do Thursday, November 2 – Tuesday, November 7
By Shawn D. Allison, II
What’s good everyone? We have a JAM-PACKED weekend in the Queen City! There’s over 40 things to get into and there’s something for everyone to enjoy! I’m already having an issue of deciding what I will do, but if you want to really know what’s bumpin;’, jumpin’ and pumpin’ out here in these streets, check out my “Hot List” below!…
Wellness
Time to trim! Here’s An Easy Recipe
By Elizabeth Colen
The trees are shedding their leaves and honestly it’s time for me to shed a little mass myself. Let’s follow the lead of Mother Nature and shed all the “extra” that we packed on this summer. I’ve really enjoyed all of the pool parties, bbq’s and backyard get-togethers with tons of friends, family and awesome food.…
Events
The Rundown: Things to Do Thursday, October 19 – Monday, October 23
By Shawn D. Allison, II
What’s the word family? We made it to the weekend! JCSU’s Homecoming is poised to paint the city blue and gold with all sorts of cool events. However, if you want to celebrate alongside with them, I’ve cultivated a special list of goodies just for you!…
2017 September/October
Gardens to Light Up Fall Sky with Chinese Lantern Festival
By Eren Simpson
This month, the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden will be transformed into a magical landscape as it becomes home to the Chinese Lantern Festival, featuring 800 lighted lanterns in the form of large wild animals.
Chief Operating Officer Jim Hoffman said the staff of the botanical garden has been working on this exhibit for nearly a year.…
Events
The Rundown Of Things To Do: Thursday October 12 – Monday, October 16
By: Shawn D. Allison, II
Yo, what’s good everyone? There’s a ton of stuff in the QC this weekend and like you, I’m just itching to get out here and make the most fun of it all! Lots of festivals to choose from, events that are sure to lift your spirits and all the music in the world to give your soul a boost of happiness!…