Rapid-fire change is happening, and the perception of Black women is transforming from the negative images historically portrayed in the media to well-respected style and cultural icons such as Michelle Obama and Oprah. With leading industry insiders and image-makers, this will be a provocative and honest conversation that explores the complicated issue of beauty within Black communities including: the politics of complexion and hair; the underexposure of black models within the fashion industry; who controls the image of black women in major media; and other relevant, timely topics.
A SPECIAL EVENT and BOOKSIGNING
Saturday, October 24, 2–5pm
09FSA42M
$20 (No Member Discount)
Location: Community Church of New York, 40 East 35th Street (between Madison and Park avenues) Read More
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Swine Flu is not new. Plagues have been feared ever since people began living together in close proximity with animals. Even before that, people hung garlic on a string around their neck and in windows to prevent evil spirits from entering their homes. Garlic, an odorous antimicrobial seemed a logical choice because it acted as a pesticide to prevent plague-infected fleas from biting. Today, however, we are concerned with defeating upper respiratory and viral epidemics. We have to keep flu germs from reaching the lower lungs. For that reason, we need natural guidelines for prevention and treatment of air-borne colds (bacterial) and flu (viral) infections with foods and easily available herbal remedies. Read More
Every week, through print and broadcast media, our nation becomes more aware of the terrible cost of war to the young people sent to fight it. Never have we seen such high rates of mental illness, substance abuse, family discord, and violence. The Army estimates that one-third of our returning veterans from Iraq and Afghanistan suffer from PTSD. Suicide is rampant in combat and on return. By all accounts, this issue isn’t going away any time soon, and in fact may become worse in the years ahead as more troops are sent to Afghanistan. ![cover_caseforgod[1]](http://ocblog.opencenter.org/wp-content/blogs.dir/3/files/2009/10/cover_caseforgod1-150x150.jpg "cover_caseforgod[1]")
Have you lost touch with the religion you grew up with but feel the need for a spiritual dimension in your life?
