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Oh Christmas Tree, Oh Christmas Tree Rhodes Bake-N-Serv

Monday, 10 December 2012 13:09

Ready or not, it's about time for you to perform holiday magic in the kitchen again. Let's say you're looking for easy-to-make, easy-to-bake ideas for your yuletide get-togethers or family treats. Maybe something different, tasty and eye-catching, with feel-good, hot-bread-from-the-oven aromas that fill your home. Use a bag of frozen roll dough and you can quickly make these delicious and fun recipes.

A Night to Remember-December 31, 2012: 150th Anniversary of Freedom’s Eve

Monday, 10 December 2012 12:38 Dr. Artika Tyner and Beatriz Espinoza

This year, New Year's Eve has a special historical significance as we celebrate the 150th Anniversary of "Freedom's Eve." On December 31, 1862, the African American community, slave and freed, gathered together in anticipation of the realization of their future freedom, hence the name -Freedom's Eve. They were waiting for the clock to strike midnight in order to seize the promise of freedom outlined in the Emancipation Proclamation.

Bounce TV celebrates the season with world premiere original special

Friday, 07 December 2012 12:13

Bounce TV (www.bouncetv.com), the fastest growing African American network in television, will celebrate the holiday season with the world premiere of "A forever JONES Holiday" on Tuesday, Dec. 18 at 9:00 p.m. ET.

Black Music America Channel celebrate 28 years of broadcasting

Friday, 07 December 2012 12:09

Pete and Kim Rhodes owners of BMA channel 937 will host an anniversary and holiday celebration on Friday December 21, 2012, 4-7pm at The Dakota Jazz Club, 1010 Nicollet Mall in Minneapolis. The event celebrates their 28th year of broadcasting with music, food and gifts. Comcast the nation's largest cable operator, home internet service provider, and third largest home telephone service provider in the United States distributes the Black Music America Network in Minnesota and western Wisconsin.

Books for Africa honored as 2012 top-rated nonprofit

Friday, 07 December 2012 10:24

Books For Africa (BFA) has been honored with a prestigious 2012 Top-Rated Award by GreatNonprofits, the leading provider of user reviews about nonprofit organizations.

The Healing: A benefit for Bruce Jackson

Wednesday, 05 December 2012 12:12

On Sunday, December 9th, 2012, Twin Cities musicians and loved ones will gather for a benefit for father, friend, and multi-instrumentalist Bruce Jackson at Famous Dave’s BBQ & Blues, 3001 Hennepin Ave. SO, Minneapolis 55408. Bruce Jackson is home-grown. Born and raised in White Bear Lake, he has been a fixture on the local music scene since he was 12 years old. In addition to gigging with too many local bands to mention, he’s an instructor at Evans Music in White Bear Lake and Camden Music School in Minneapolis.

The Minnesota Department of Commerce reminds travelers to explore travel insurance options when planning holiday vacations

Wednesday, 05 December 2012 10:38

91.1 million Americans plan to travel this holiday season. Those who plan to travel via plane will be presented with the option to buy travel insurance upon the purchase of their airfare. Many consumers do not know whether travel insurance fits their budget or their travel needs. The Minnesota Department of Commerce urges travelers to understand what travel insurance is, what it actually covers, and what conditions to watch out for.