Category Archives: Tribute

Legendary American Musical Theater Composer Stephen Sondheim Dead at 91.

Posted on November 26, 2021 by rikyrah

If you love American Musical Theater, you have to love Sondheim. I remember taking a Musical Theater course in college and the course was about those who changed the game. First time Sondheim was mentioned in the course was West … Continue reading →

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Legend Cicely Tyson Dies At 96😢😢

Posted on January 29, 2021 by rikyrah

Cicely Tyson, an Actress Who Shattered Stereotypes, Dies at 96 – The New York Times https://t.co/CBQXpvWyeT — Erica L. Green (@EricaLG) January 29, 2021 Legend. Phenomenon. Human Wonder. Once in a lifetime talent. All of these describe Ms. Cicely Tyson, … Continue reading →

Posted in #‎BlackGirlsRock, #BlackGirlMagic, African Americans, Arts, Black History, Breaking News, Culture, Current Events, Dreams, Empowerment, Entertainment, Movies, Open Thread, Tribute | Tagged , , , , , , | 48 Comments

In Loving Memory of Trayvon Martin

Posted on February 26, 2017 by SouthernGirl2

We honor the life of Trayvon Martin and his family. We stand in solidarity with Sybrina & Tracy Martin as they continue to fight for justice with passion and grace. Trayvon Martin was stalked and gunned down like an animal … Continue reading →

Posted in Black Lives Matter, discrimination, Institutional Racism, Jim Crow laws, Justice, Justice for Trayvon Martin, Murder, News, Open Thread, racial terror, Racism, Tribute, Violence, White Supremacy | Tagged , , | 19 Comments

Happy Indigenous Peoples’ Day

Posted on October 10, 2016 by SouthernGirl2

Shout out to our Native American brothers and sisters.. Happy Indigenous Peoples’ Day Come celebrate with us as we pay tribute to the “FIRST NATIONS” people & their beautiful rich culture. Please feel free to share music, lyrics, videos, dance … Continue reading →

Posted in Culture, Current Events, Dance, Indigenous People, Native Americans, News, Open Thread, Tribute | Tagged , , , , , | 13 Comments

3 Chics Celebrates SouthernGirl 2′ aka ‘SG2’ Birthday!

Posted on June 24, 2016 by rikyrah

Please join 3 Chics in celebrating SG2’s Birthday! Happy Birthday SG2. SG2 is our Social Justice Warrior. She keeps us up to date on the ins and outs, and the ups and downs in trying to find justice. Her spirit, … Continue reading →

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Reverend Cementa Pinckney Homegoing

Posted on June 26, 2015 by rikyrah

Please join 3 Chics in honoring the life of Reverend & Senator Clementa Pinckney. More to come Live coverage of Reverend Pinckney’s Homegoing today. MSNBC will air it live.  President Obama will deliver the Eulogy at 1:45 p.m. EDT.   First … Continue reading →

Posted in Celebrations, First Lady Michelle Obama, Funeral, Healing, Media, Memorial, Michelle Obama, Praise, President Obama, Religion, Tribute | Tagged , , | 107 Comments

Monday Open Thread | Black Child Prodigies Week | Andrew Koonce

Posted on January 5, 2015 by rikyrah

Today’s featured prodigy is Andrew Koonce. Andrew Koonce, 15, is a talented African-American violinist from Atlanta. His list of awards and titles are impressive. As an eighth grader, he ranked first place at the Heritage Music Festival in Florida, winning … Continue reading →

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Ntozake Shange’s “For Colored Girls” 40th Anniversary Exhibition

Posted on September 23, 2014 by rikyrah

I don’t believe any black girl can graduate to womanhood without knowing about, seeing, and understanding Ms. Ntozake Shange’s Choreopoem “For Colored Girls who have Considered Suicide when the Rainbow is Enuf.” Ntozake Sahnge- Poet, author, and playwright Paulette Williams … Continue reading →

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President Obama Observes Moment Of Silence For Anniversary Of September 11th Attacks

Posted on September 11, 2014 by SouthernGirl2
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Video | Melissa Harris Perry Delivers Heartbreaking Tribute to Unarmed Black Men Killed by Police

Posted on August 17, 2014 by rikyrah

In the past decade all these young boys & men were gunned down and killed by police. ALL UNARMED TIMOTHY STANSBURY-BROOKLYN, NEW YORK SEAN BELL QUEENS, NEW YORK OSCAR GRANT-OAKLAND, CALIFORNIA AARON CAMPBEL-PORTLAND, OREGON ALONZO ASHELY-DENVER,COLORADO WENDEL ALLEN-NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA … Continue reading →

Posted in Gun Violence, Hate Crime, Justice, Racial Bias, Racial Profiling, Racism, Stand Your Ground Laws, Tribute | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | 72 Comments