TGR: The Dichotomy of a Mayor: Guilty or Not?:
Many of us knew when then-City Council President Sheila Dixon was campaigning to be elected as mayor of Baltimore that she had a cloud of suspicion hanging over her head. It was common knowledge that “they” were after her. At the very least, we knew prosecutors believed that they had something on her … AND it wasn’t going to be pretty. Eventually, she would be forced to confront her issues. Read in Full >>
USA NETWORK AND TOM BROKAW TO CO-HOST FIRST-EVER CHARACTERS UNITE NATIONAL TOWN HALL ON HEALING AMERICA'S DIVISIONS:
USA Network and Tom Brokaw announced today the first-ever Characters Unite National Town Hall, a ground-breaking high-level discussion on how America's increasingly diverse and divided population can find common ground on today's complex social issues. Inspired by USA Network's community affairs campaign -- Characters Unite -- this event will bring together a diverse panel of distinguished leaders to generate fresh ideas for actions by individuals, communities and government to overcome social injustices and bridge cultural divides. Tom Brokaw, NBC News Special Correspondent, will moderate the panel at the Newseum in Washington, DC, on December 2. Read in Full >>
TGR: Thank You for the Journey: 15 Years of Service:
I’m not all that good at talking about myself. I kinda see it as pretentious and pointless self-aggrandizing. After all, you don’t have to tell people who you are. They see it, feel it, know it by one’s works.
Nonetheless, as we are promoting the December 17th event for BMORENEWS – “Standing on the Shoulders of Giants” – I can’t help but reflect on the past 15 years, the people I have met along the way, and, possibly, some positive difference we have been able to make.
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Dakshina/Daniel Phoenix Singh Dance Co. Premeires Nov. 20 + 21:
Dakshina premieres in Baltimore!
Dakshina/Daniel Phoenix Singh Dance Company will showcase Anna Sokolow's pivotal work Dreams at the Baltimore Theatre Project, along with their signature program featuring the Baltimore premiere of Karna, a Bharata Natyam piece, an ancient Indian dance form known for its use of symmetry, angular lines, rhythmic footwork and interpretative mime that explores spiritual and philosophical themes.
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Power Plant Entertainment Casino Resorts Maryland Host Career Expo:
PPE Casino Resorts Maryland, LLC (“PPE MD”) announced its plans today to host a Career & Vendor Information Expo at Arundel Mills Mall in an effort to prepare local contractors, vendors and career candidates for the estimated 2,500 construction and 1,500 permanent jobs anticipated with the development of a world-class gaming facility at Arundel Mills Mall. The Expo will be held on Thursday, November 19, 2009 from 11 am – 2 pm in the Arundel Mills Mall food court. Read in Full >>
Doni Glover: Standing on the Shoulders of Giants: Anniversary and Benefit:
Communities Organized to Improve Life, Inc. will present “Standing on the Shoulders of Giants: Keeping BMORENEWS.com Viable in the Community on Thursday, December 17, 2009 from 6 to 10 pm at the Frederick Douglass - Isaac Myers Maritime Park, 1417 Thames Street, Baltimore, MD 21231.
Tickets are $50 and include a light fare buffet, cash bar, and music by DJ Tanz. Part of the proceeds will be donated to Digit All Systems, a non-profit organization committed to bridging the digital divide and bringing the benefits of expanding technology to everyone. Founded in September of 1998, the organization is committed to creating opportunity in disadvantaged communities.
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Tune-in to "Empower Hour" - Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2009 from 10 to 11 am:
Georgia Goslee, Esquire is among the special guests on the next "Empower Hour" with Doni Glover as we discuss the pain and healing of black Baltimore: Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2009 from 10 to 11 am on WOLB 1010 AM - "where information is power." Read in Full >>
Guest Editorial: Loyola Fights Hunger in Baltimore; Fundraiser planned:
As Loyola University Maryland seniors, we have recognized the seriousness of Baltimore’s homeless situation and, as a result, we are assisting Back on My Feet's (BOMF) newly-established Baltimore chapter. As representatives for BOMF, we would like to invite you to a Dance the Night Away Bash, a charitable event in which attendees are encouraged to pair cocktail attire with their favorite pair of sneakers, on Thursday, Dec. 10, from 6:30 – 10:30 pm at the Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, 1212 Cathedral St., Baltimore, Md., 21201. Read in Full >>
