The Ebony Mashup

10/06/2024

Join us there & Don't miss out on the Best Free Family Festival this Summer!! Juneteenth Cultural Festival is only a few days away! Let's hear from Shirley, Danise & Tina about the upcoming fun.

04/06/2024

The assault continues from all sides... Your voting determines judges. Not a popularity contest. EVERY politician, From Prez to Elgin City Council, is a tool for us to use towards a more humane outcome. We have got to make this World more user-friendly. Some will disagree, but there are more of Us.

Venture capital fund Fearless Fund cannot resume making grants to Black women-owned businesses, a divided U.S. appeals court ruled on Monday, siding with an anti-affirmative action group that sued over the program. The Atlanta-based 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals found that the group's discrimin...

25/05/2024

Just a sample from my Medu Netcher class with Dr. Mario Beatty-...This lesson begins with an excerpt from Kimbwandende Fu-Kiau's 'African Cosmology of the Bantu-Kongo' emphasizing the importance of a person being able to "walk innerwards" to the essence of our being, i.e. probing, examining, and improving the depths of our identity, knowledge, and character..

11/05/2024

Time to Party with the whole Family!! Free fun in Festival Park!!

10/05/2024

It takes a village! Let's grow together, one business at a time changing our communities. One finger is not as powerful as the whole hand, and even stronger when you have made a fist.

27/03/2024

🌟 Volunteer Opportunity Alert! 🌟

Are you passionate about celebrating culture, community, and history? Join us as a volunteer for the 2024 Juneteenth Cultural Festival in Elgin! 🎉

We're looking for enthusiastic individuals to help us make this year's festival a huge success. Whether you're interested in event setup, guest assistance, or behind-the-scenes support, there's a role for you!

Don't miss this chance to be part of something special. Sign up now and let's create unforgettable memories together!

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/508044CADAE29A0FD0-48729146-2024 #/

08/03/2024

🌟✨ Celebrating International Women's Day! ✨🌟

Today, on International Women's Day, we honor the incredible women who are shaping our communities, leading with passion, and driving change.

A special shoutout to the phenomenal women on the committee planning the Juneteenth Festival! 🎉 Your dedication, creativity, and tireless efforts are what make our celebrations of freedom and unity truly remarkable.

Shirley Bassett | AACKC President | Brand Design & Remodeling, Inc.
Our fearless leader and President of the African-American Coalition of Kane County. Shirley's vision, dedication, and tireless efforts have guided us every step of the way. Thank you for your leadership and inspiration, Shirley!

Gertrude McClain | AACKC Board Member | Gertee's Good's
The visionary who sparked the idea of our Juneteenth Celebration years ago and continues to support us as a valued AACKC board member and vendor committee member. Your passion and commitment are the foundation of our success. We're grateful for your enduring contributions, Gertrude!

Our Wonderful Juneteenth Planning Committee Members
- Danise Habun Volunteer Coordinator & Sponsor Committee
- Carroll Bailey Vendor & Sponsor Committee
- Tina Green Planning Committee Member | Founder of Bridging Heart

Not pictured but important!
- Marisha Sommerville Planning Committee Member
- Tissanie Simmons Entertainment & Kids Zone | IMDG
- Julia McClendon Planning Committee Member | YWCA

Thank you for your commitment to honoring history, amplifying voices, and fostering inclusivity. Your leadership inspires us all. 🌟

Let's continue to uplift each other, break barriers, and create a world where every woman's voice is heard and valued.