Celebrating Stories, Cinematic Visions, and Bartending Excellence: A Look at Recent Events
Recent gatherings have underscored the power of storytelling, the importance of artistic mentorship, and the thrill of competitive craft. From defending access to literature to recognizing rising talent, hear’s a recap of notable events making waves.
Championing the Freedom to Read with Reading Rainbow’s New Host
Books represent a essential choice, and that message resonated strongly at the Save Our Stories Supper. mychal Threets, the new face of the beloved reading Rainbow, emphasized this point during the event.
Hosted by a leading publisher at the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library in Washington, D.C., the supper served as a powerful call to action. It brought together authors, educators, journalists, and advocates to combat the growing trend of book bans across the united States. The event directly supported Banned Books Week, a crucial initiative defending intellectual freedom.
A Masterclass in Filmmaking with Malik Hassan Sayeed
Returning to his alma mater, cinematographer Malik Hassan Sayeed shared his expertise with the next generation of filmmakers. Sayeed, known for his work on After the Hunt, led an inspiring masterclass at Howard University.
More than 100 students attended the ”Light, Lens, and motion” session, co-hosted by Howard’s department of Media, Journalism & Film. He discussed his creative process,highlighting a particularly satisfying scene with Ayo Edebiri. After the Hunt is currently playing in theaters, offering audiences a chance to experience Sayeed’s artistry firsthand.
kevin Hart Celebrates Bartending Prowess at the coramino Cup
The 3rd Annual Coramino Cup culminated in a thrilling finale, with Kevin Hart crowning Joewell McKenzie as the winner. McKenzie, representing Orchard City Kitchen in San Jose, CA, triumphed over five other talented bartenders.
The competition unfolded before a lively crowd at Keys Nightclub in West Hollywood. As the founder of Gran Coramino Tequila presented the live event,finalists showcased their skills for the title of 2025 Gran Coramino Bartender of the Year.The atmosphere was electric, celebrating the dedication and artistry within the bartending community.
These events demonstrate a commitment to fostering creativity, defending essential freedoms, and recognizing extraordinary talent across diverse fields. They remind us of the power of stories, the importance of mentorship, and the vibrancy of artistic expression.
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