October 2008

Ten years ago the national organizations of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.(APHIA) and Big Brothers Big Sisters of America (BBBS) formally partnered. Their common goal was to meet the needs…

by Linda Pate   October is designated Domestic Violence Awareness Month as well as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Help a friend and yourself and share a book that will encourage…

Bleeding Heart Cupcakes These heart-shaped cupcakes are simple to make, and are oozing with sweetness, thanks to the strawberry filling.     Ingredients   20 glass marbles or small balls…

by Cesca Janece Waterfield     In Middlesex County, about an hour east of Richmond, sits a stunning cultural pearl. While it’s normally nestled quietly along the waters of the…

by Cesca Janece Waterfield     For many years, there existed a significant difference in the rates of suicide between black Americans and white Americans. In a social health disparity…

Deborah Pratt has represented the U.S. four times in the Oyster Shucking World Championships in Ireland and in 1997, she was second in the world. As an eight-time State Champion,…

  Virginia Opera brings Verdi’s “Il Trovatore” to Richmond Oct. 24 and 26. Virginia Opera has always been an innovator: It is the nation’s only regional opera company that regularly…

Tam Smith, of Richmond, has capitalized on one successful career to forge ahead with a second one that allows her to fulfill her passion for full service event planning. Tam…

by Erika Townsend   If you want to ruffle some feathers, just ask a man how they like to be catered to by their woman. “Are you sure this is…