The 2025 GSBA Impact Awards at Seattle Town Hall proved to be an unforgettable evening of celebration and recognition. The event honored the individuals, businesses, and organizations making a powerful difference in the LGBTQ+ and allied communities across Washington State.

Seattle Opera is set to close its 2024/25 season with a bang, bringing back Giacomo Puccini's thrilling melodrama, Tosca. This classic production, returning to McCaw Hall for the first time since 2015, promises to be a visual and auditory feast, featuring an international cast and stunning vintage painted sets.

Seattle’s Museum of History & Industry (MOHAI) is set to host a powerful and moving exhibition, "Mandela: The Official Exhibition," opening on Saturday, May 24, 2025. This immersive experience will explore the life and legacy of Nelson Mandela, the global icon of justice, resilience, and reconciliation.

Brian Gatewood Sr., Founder and CEO of Innovative Change Makers (ICM), recently shared insights into his organization's impactful work during an interview on "The Day With Trae" with guest host Deaunte Damper on Sunday, March 16, 2025. Brian discussed ICM's mission to uplift the community, with a particular focus on youth engagement. ICM provides after-school programming, community events, and resources aimed at creating positive change.

Victory Hall in SODO was electric last Thursday as the “Ladies First Marketplace” and the unique “Take Me Out to the Quad - An HBCU Vibe Bingo Experience” took center stage, creating a vibrant celebration of Black women-owned businesses and community fellowship. This event, part of the larger HBCU Seattle Series presented by Baseball Beyond Border, featured a three-game matchup between Seattle University and Coppin State University (HBCU) Baseball teams, focused on empowering entrepreneurs and fostering a lively, culturally rich atmosphere and letting the Coppin State University Blad Eagles know they were welcome in the Emerald City. 

Get ready for an exciting weekend of innovation and creativity! The Seattle AI Film Festival (SAIFF) is just around the corner, and it's an event you won't want to miss. Happening on March 29th and 30th at the M5 Creative Hub in downtown Seattle (401 Mercer St.), SAIFF is your chance to explore the cutting-edge world where artificial intelligence meets filmmaking.

Seattle's vibrant theater scene is buzzing with excitement as Taproot Theatre Company gears up to launch its 2025 Mainstage season with a powerful and timeless classic. Lorraine Hansberry's "A Raisin in the Sun" will not only kick off the season but will also mark the grand reopening of the newly-renovated Jewell Mainstage Theatre.

Acts On Stage Theater is set to present its latest production, “Sadie’s Kitchen,” a play that delves into the heart of family dynamics, love, and community. The production, featuring Fa’izah Bradford in the titular role of Sadie and Selena Whitaker Paquiet as her sister Vesta, promises to be a powerful and moving experience. They joined The Day With Trae this week to discuss the show. 

By Besa Gordon - This year’s Seattle Sports Commission 90th Annual Sports Star of the Year Awards red carpet was cute. Each year, I’ve been able to not only attend but also work along side Chuck Hamaker of Circling Seattle Sports, and tap in with athletes from around the state, coaches, and sports legends who have shaped the history of Washington sports.

Besa Gordon hit the 90th Annual Seattle Sports Star of the Year Awards at the Seattle Convention Center, bringing viewers an inside look at one of the biggest nights in Washington sports. She was on the red carpet, connecting with sports legends and Hall of Famers, capturing all the energy of the event.

In an in-depth interview on The Day With Trae with Trae Holiday, Natalie Johnson, the multifaceted founder of Kiss the Mirror and a talented stylist at Foxycut Salon, provided a captivating look into her nearly two-decade-long journey in the dynamic world of hair. Her story is a powerful narrative of resilience, artistic exploration, and an unwavering dedication to her craft.

Aisha Ellis, the driving force behind the Reign of Style Hair Competition, recently shared insights into the event's 11th anniversary and her journey in a conversation with Trae Holiday. What started as a vision has blossomed into a vibrant community celebration that showcases talent, fosters connections, and uplifts Seattle’s culture.

Mark your calendars! On March 15th, ARTS Corp is hosting its Thrive fundraiser at the W.O.W. Gallery in Pacific Place Mall—a night dedicated to celebrating youth creativity, community collaboration, and the power of the arts. This event directly supports ARTS Corp’s mission to provide free arts programming for students in South Seattle, South King County, and Central Seattle.

Northwest Credible Messenger is making waves in community support, and their efforts are coming to a head at the upcoming Reign of Style Hair Show and Competition on March 2nd at the Seattle Center.

This past Saturday, Young Black Homeowners hosted their 3rd Annual Black Equity Ball at the Four Points by Sheraton, bringing together a stunning display of Black excellence. Aspiring and current Black homeowners showed up dressed to impress for an evening filled with inspiration, celebration, and community.

On March 8–9, 2025, Dance Theatre of Harlem (DTH) makes its highly anticipated return to The Paramount Theatre in Seattle with a thrilling lineup of performances, including the world premiere of The Cookout—a bold new work by Robert Garland, DTH’s visionary artistic director.

“Thrive” is happening on Saturday, March 15, 6:00-9:00pm, at the WOW Art Gallery in Pacific Place for an evening of community, collaboration, and art at our spring fundraising dinner, Thrive.

Simon Okelo discussed the Madaraka Festival's origins and growth since 2014. The event supports youth programs in East Africa, unites African communities, and celebrates Kenyan independence. Entering its 11th year, the Madaraka Festival is scheduled for September 6 at Pier 62 in Seattle.

The Black Owned Business Excellence (BOBE) symposium was a resounding success, and DeAunte Damper, host of "We Live in Color" on Converge Media, was in the heart of it.  Not only did he experience the energy of Black excellence and entrepreneurship, but he also received the Elijah L. Lewis Community Advocate Award.

The Black Owned Business Excellence Symposium (BOBE) was a resounding success, focusing on Black excellence, business, and elevation. The event provided valuable resources and tools for Black business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs, including training sessions and networking opportunities.