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A Free Kids Zone for Chicago’s Young Creators👏🏾You are invited to bring young actors, performers and creative kids to th...
09/16/2026

A Free Kids Zone for Chicago’s Young Creators👏🏾

You are invited to bring young actors, performers and creative kids to the Keys Bros Kids Zone at the Actor Empowerment Summit!

Kids can enjoy arts and crafts, games, music, dancing and creative activities while their families experience the Sunday Solidarity Brunch.

Sunday, September 20 | 10 AM-4 PM
CineCity Studios | Chicago
Kids attend FREE!

Please feel free to share this with your young talent, families and communities.
Visit The Keys Bros to register 👏🏾

Happy Birthday to Chicago’s own, Larenz Tate. 🎂🖤Born and raised on the South Side, Larenz carries with him a connection ...
09/08/2026

Happy Birthday to Chicago’s own, Larenz Tate. 🎂🖤

Born and raised on the South Side, Larenz carries with him a connection to a city where Black history lives on every block. From the Great Migration to the music, business, art, and stories that made Bronzeville a cultural capital, Chicago has always been a place where our people built, created, and told our own stories.

Through his Bronzeville podcast, Larenz helped bring a piece of that legacy to life—reminding us that behind the history are real people, real dreams, and stories worth remembering.

Today, Bronzeville Life celebrates a son of Chicago who continues to honor where he comes from and help keep our stories alive.

Happy Birthday, Larenz Tate. May the legacy continue. ❤️

THE FACES OF AFRICAN FEST 🌍✨For 36 years, African Fest has brought the beauty, creativity and spirit of Africa and the D...
09/06/2026

THE FACES OF AFRICAN FEST 🌍✨

For 36 years, African Fest has brought the beauty, creativity and spirit of Africa and the Diaspora to Washington Park.

Spending your Labor Day weekend at African Fest? We’ll see you there! 🌍❤️

Images by Tanikia “Nikki” Carpenter 📸

🎉 Happy 50th Birthday, Syleena Johnson! 🎂Today, we’re celebrating Chicago’s own Syleena Johnson as she marks 50 incredib...
09/02/2026

🎉 Happy 50th Birthday, Syleena Johnson! 🎂

Today, we’re celebrating Chicago’s own Syleena Johnson as she marks 50 incredible years.

Syleena has spent decades sharing her powerful voice, undeniable talent, and Chicago spirit with the world. We were proud to feature her on the cover of Bronzeville Life, celebrating the woman, artist, and hometown star behind the music.

Join us in wishing Syleena a very Happy 50th Birthday! 🥂✨

There’s always more to discover in Bronzeville.This September, we’re highlighting five ways to experience the neighborho...
09/01/2026

There’s always more to discover in Bronzeville.

This September, we’re highlighting five ways to experience the neighborhood—from culture and community to the places and stories that continue to shape its legacy.

Whether you call Bronzeville home or are discovering it for the first time, consider this your guide to making the most of the month.

Explore. Experience. Connect. And, as always, keep discovering Bronzeville.

Chicago, this is one you don’t want to miss. 🎬🎶Join Chicago Onscreen TONIGHT for a special screening of “Roots and Blues...
08/25/2026

Chicago, this is one you don’t want to miss. 🎬🎶

Join Chicago Onscreen TONIGHT for a special screening of “Roots and Blues: The Muddy Waters Mojo Museum,” Muddy Waters MOJO Museum celebrating the life, music, and lasting legacy of Muddy Waters — the father of modern Chicago blues. 💙🎸

📅 Tuesday, August 25
📍 Kennicott Park | 4434 S. Lake Park Ave.
⏰ Screening begins at 8 PM

Come out, bring your people, and experience a piece of Chicago’s history on the big screen. 🎥✨

Chicago, get ready to celebrate loc’d culture, creativity and community! 🧡✨The Loc’d Life Expo — Chicago’s First Locs Fe...
08/19/2026

Chicago, get ready to celebrate loc’d culture, creativity and community! 🧡✨

The Loc’d Life Expo — Chicago’s First Locs Festival is coming to Kennedy-King College on Saturday, September 12!

From a live hair + fashion show and loc demos to performances, music, food, shopping, the Kidz Korner and the first-ever Loc’d Life Ladylocs Awards — this is a celebration for the entire community.

📅 Saturday, September 12
⏰ 11 AM–7 PM
📍 Kennedy-King College | 740 W. 63rd St., Chicago

Come get inspired, support local vendors and celebrate the beauty, history and versatility of loc’d culture right here on Chicago’s South Side. 🙌🏾

Tag somebody who needs to be there! 👇🏾

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06/18/2026

Jaime drove from Florida to Chicago for the opening of the Obama Presidential Center with a story to tell.

A breast cancer survivor, she shared that access to healthcare through the Affordable Care Act helped save her life. Her journey was a powerful reminder that behind every policy are real people whose lives are changed by it.

For Jaime, this wasn’t just a visit—it was a chance to celebrate a legacy that made a difference in her own life. Obama Foundation Barack Obama Michelle Obama

Four years later, a family is still waiting for accountability.Darius Sanders was taken from his loved ones, yet no murd...
06/11/2026

Four years later, a family is still waiting for accountability.

Darius Sanders was taken from his loved ones, yet no murder charge has been filed. As the case approaches a critical court date, we stand in solidarity with his family and all those demanding justice.

Join the peaceful awareness action:

📍 Leighton Criminal Courthouse
2650 S. California Ave., Chicago
📅 Monday, June 15
⏰ Arrive by 8:00 AM | Remarks at 8:30 AM

We believe our communities deserve transparency, accountability, and justice. Let us show up peacefully, stand together, and ensure Darius Sanders’ name is not forgotten.

Tonight, our President & CEO,  Sengstacke Rice, joins a distinguished panel at the Heritage Celebration for the Muddy Wa...
06/03/2026

Tonight, our President & CEO, Sengstacke Rice, joins a distinguished panel at the Heritage Celebration for the Muddy Waters MOJO Museum, discussing the power of art and music to preserve historic stories and protect our cultural legacy for future generations. The panel also features Tony “TOCA” Carpenter and Evin Marie of Blondena’s Heir, with live art by Brad Anthony Bernard and live music by Keith Johnson, the great-nephew of Muddy Waters.

Join us for an inspiring evening of culture, history, art, and music as we celebrate and preserve the stories that connect our communities across generations.

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