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Last Friday, the Mediums Collective storefront on Capitol Hill was transformed into a powerful sanctuary for “palabras sin miedo” (words without fear). The collective’s “Brown Voices Poetry & Spoken Word Night” successfully gathered local artists and community members to share stories that resonated with themes of resilience, advocacy, and resistance. (Read more here) https://lnkd.in/g_KHkKx8

The Jackson State Tigers have us on our toes! Next weekend, the Seattle U Redhawks take on the Tigers for the electric HBCU Seattle Series, bringing unmatched ferocity, athleticism, and representation to the Emerald City. Don't miss the epic Game 3 Finale on Sunday, March 8, at T-Mobile Park, where representation is the ultimate name of the game. Secure your tickets now at the link in our bio and be part of the legacy. Video credit: Jackson State University #HBCUSeattleSeries #JacksonStateTigers #SeattleURedhawks #Mariners

#TheDayWithTrae - Canadian author O’Nell Agossa virtually joined host Trae Holiday on a recent episode of “The Day With Trae” to discuss his new book, “Curiosity and I: Let Curiosity Guide You.” The work, which blends fiction with memoir, is a product of Agossa’s three-year personal period where he intentionally chose to embrace his heart’s desires. The author grounded his work in behavioral science, articulating two distinct forms of curiosity: epistemic curiosity, described as the dopamine rush from solving a puzzle, and perceptual curiosity, which shatters one’s existing understanding with new information. Agossa advocated for curiosity not as a one-time event, but as a lifelong practice rooted in three core principles: curiosity is honest, curiosity is active, and curiosity compounds. For Agossa, embracing true curiosity means observing and actively participating in the universal concept that everything is always changing. He explained that the ultimate benefit of this practice is its power to ground oneself, arguing that it pulls people back to the present moment. “Curiosity and I: Let Curiosity Guide You” is currently available worldwide through Amazon. Catch “The Day With Trae” Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 11 a.m. on all Converge streaming platforms. #WWConverge #TDWT #Curiosity

Who’s ready for some HBCU action at T-Mobile Park? The second annual HBCU Seattle Series is returning Sunday, March 8 when the Emerald City’s own Seattle U Redhawks take on the Jackson State Tigers. Get ready for the sound, the culture, and the elite athleticism straight from the heart of HBCU baseball. The three-game series’ undeniable impact of expanding access and opportunity to baseball is formidable, reminding us of the legacy of the 2023 HBCU Swingman Classic. Board President of the community-rooted nonprofit Baseball Beyond Borders (BBB) Cemal Ford explained that the Swingman Classic demonstrated a strong demand for HBCU culture and representation in the Northwest, setting the bar high for the electric energy that HBCU baseball could generate in the Emerald City. Beyond the spirit, the Swingman Classic proved the remarkable strength and interest of the local Black community in baseball. With over 10,000 attendees flooding T-Mobile Park in 2023, the Classic’s overwhelming turnout motivated BBB to create a recurring way to extend its impact, leading to the creation of the annual Seattle Series as a platform for ongoing HBCU representation and access to baseball and softball in the Northwest. “The HBCU Swingman Classic showed us what is possible, now we carry the legacy forward,” President of BBB Bookie Gates said. In collaboration between Seattle U, the Seattle Mariners, and BBB, the 2026 HBCU Series’ three-game series will play out as follows: Games 1 and 2: Friday and Saturday at Bannerwood Park in Bellevue. Game 3 Finale: Sunday, March 8, at T-Mobile Park. Secure your tickets now at the link in our bio and be part of the legacy. See you at T-Mobile Park! #HBCUSeattle #BaseballBeyondBorders #Mariners #HBCU #Baseball

The new Boon Boona Coffee location at the Waterfront Park Overlook recently celebrated its grand opening with an enthusiastic crowd of community members and city leadership, marking a significant expansion for the local coffee staple. This new spot joined existing locations in Renton, Capitol Hill, the University District, and Redmond. During the opening ceremony, CEO Efrem Fesaha expressed deep gratitude for his family and offered special thanks to former Seahawks receiver Doug Baldwin for his purposeful community work and significant investment in the company. The event featured a prominent list of speakers, including Seattle City Council President Joy Hollingsworth, CEO of Friends of Waterfront Park Joy Shigaki, and CEO of Ivar’s Bob Donegan. For the past three years, Converge Media has consistently highlighted Boon Boona Coffee, celebrating its role in the community and amplifying Black-owned business success. Back2Besa host Besa Gordon was notably the first customer in line at the Waterfront Park opening, just as she was for the University of Washington Bookstore launch in 2023. Through dedicated storytelling and genuine connection, Converge continues to celebrate how Boon Boona Coffee has become a cornerstone of the community and an exemplary Black-owned business, connecting people to the rich heritage and culture of East African coffee. Visit Boon Boona’s new Waterfront Park location Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., and weekends from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 1515 Western Ave, Seattle. Catch Back2Besa every Saturday at 10:30 p.m. on FOX 13 Seattle and Sundays at 10 a.m. and 8 p.m. on FOX 13+. Viewers can also stream episodes anytime on the FOX Local app. #WWConverge #BoonBoona #SupportBlackBusiness #Coffee

On a special episode of “We Live In Color,” host Deaunte Damper visited McCaw Hall to talk with key forces in Seattle Opera’s production “Fellow Travelers.” Running through Sunday, March 1st, “Fellow Travelers” features two powerhouse singers and performers playing queer love interests, Jarrett Ott and Colin Aikins, under the direction of Kevin Newbury. Proclaimed “the gay La Boheme,” “Fellow Travelers” is set in Washington D.C. during the 1950s Lavender Scare, and chronicles a clandestine romance between Hawkins "Hawk" Fuller, a politically connected State Department official, and Timothy Laughlin, an idealistic young journalist. The narrative explores the tension between political ambition and personal identity during a period when queer government employees faced systemic termination under a 1953 executive order signed by President Eisenhower. Directed by Kevin Newbury, who developed the opera alongside composer Gregory Spears and librettist Greg Pierce, the production arrives in Seattle as part of its 10th-anniversary tour. Ott and Aikins highlighted the intense emotional journey of their characters, noting the resonance the story holds for the queer community regarding resilience and the ongoing struggle for authenticity. Get your tickets to see “Fellow Travelers” at McCaw Hall through Sunday, March 1st here. Watch “We Live In Color” Thursdays at 8 p.m. on all Converge Media streaming platforms. And your news update from SGN. #WWConverge #WeLiveInColor #SeattleOpera #FellowTravelers

On a recent episode of “We Live in Color,” host Deaunte Damper welcomed Dr. Tiffany M. Johnson to explore her extensive journey as an author, community leader, and tireless advocate for youth development. https://lnkd.in/gbJ_Rv9R

“We Live In Color” host Deaunte Damper recently stopped by McCaw Hall for Seattle Opera’s production “Fellow Travelers,” an operatic romance that delves deep into queer love and resilience during the 1950s Lavender Scare. During his visit, Damper met with “Fellow Travelers” lead performers Jarrett Ott and Colin Aikins, and director Kevin Newbury. https://lnkd.in/gUvjfZap

For 12 years, the Reign of Style Hair Show & Competition has served as a primary platform for showcasing the brilliance of the Northwest beauty industry. Reign of Style producer Aisha Ellis Asim, a seasoned stylist and business owner, recently sat down with host Trae Holiday on “The Day With Trae” to discuss details for Reign of Style 2026. (Read more here) https://lnkd.in/giKKeEk5

Seattle JazzED has announced Courtney D. Clark as its new Program Director, with her tenure beginning earlier this month. Clark is an accomplished arts executive, strategist, and artist-educator known for her dedication to accessible and equitable arts education. (Read more here) https://lnkd.in/gHPdP89j