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International Yoga Day Highlight: Body & Brain Lynbrook Owners Show Why Yoga Should Be Part of Your Routine
Beatricia Brun was in college when she started incorporating yoga into her routine. On weekends, she would travel from Stony Brook University to Syosset, where her mother worked. Together, they would commute to a nearby yoga studio for class before heading home. Now, Brun is the manager of Body & Brain Yoga Tai Chi in …
The Black Business Gala Coming to Long Island to Celebrate Black Entrepreneurship
With every new Black business created, the African-American community inches closer towards economic equality according to Richalin Rodney, founder of Long Island’s The Black Business Gala. “The racial wealth gap that people of color have lived through is lessened,” said Rodney. “Jobs are created in the Black community, and visibility and representation for the youth …
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Black History Month Business Highlight – Your CBD Store Port Jeff Station
There are a decent amount of CBD shops on Long Island. However, they are rarely ran by women, let alone a Black woman. But, this is the case for the owner of Your CBD Store Port Jefferson. The store was launched by Wading River Resident Dee Earle Browning. After going through back surgery, struggling to …
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Let’s Kick it with the Joneses – Uncommon Black History Facts That Weren’t Taught In School
Did you know this year’s theme for Black History Month is health and wellness? Kick it with us as we dive into Uncommon Black History Facts that weren’t taught in school. What Black History Facts were you taught in school? Celebrate #BlackHistoryMonth with us by sharing your stories of Black Excellence with us! To nominate …
After 16 Years Southampton Opens it’s First African-American Museum
This Juneteenth, the Southampton African-American Museum (S.A.A.M.) officially opened its doors to the public. Located on 245 North Sea Road, it is the first African-American site to be landmarked and historically designated in the village of Southampton. The mission statement of the museum says in part that it strives “to promote an understanding of African-American …
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Gen Z Shares their Experiences Growing Up Black and Gay On Long Island
One notable aspect of Pride Month is its celebration of diversity amongst the diverse. Queer people of all different ethnic backgrounds, abilities and denominations come together during this time. But once the celebration is over, many LGBTQ individuals find themselves having to hide a piece of their identity due to cultural opposition. As of January …
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