Dr. Patrise Holden, Author at The Washington Informer https://www.washingtoninformer.com Black News, Commentary and Culture | The Washington Informer Wed, 25 Sep 2024 23:07:56 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/cropped-Site-Icon-32x32.png Dr. Patrise Holden, Author at The Washington Informer https://www.washingtoninformer.com 32 32 121622320 Fighting Debilitating Pain with the Power of Purpose https://www.washingtoninformer.com/sickle-cell-disease-entrepreneur-success/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/sickle-cell-disease-entrepreneur-success/#respond Wed, 25 Sep 2024 16:30:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1215340 Roger Gore has used the lessons he's gained from dealing with sickle cell disease, to not only succeed in life, but set an example for his son Ruben, who has autism. (Courtesy of Roger Gore

Roger Gore, CEO of Gnatural Spirits, overcame painful lessons from his battle with sickle cell disease to achieve success, attributing his resilience and mindset to his diagnosis and faith.

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CEO Roger Gore Hails Family as His Biggest Achievement https://www.washingtoninformer.com/roger-gore-entrepreneur-faith-integrity-success/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/roger-gore-entrepreneur-faith-integrity-success/#comments Thu, 04 Jan 2024 17:00:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1198105 Roger Gore, CEO of GNatural Products, Alisar Vodka and Ruben A. Hill Whiskey & Cigars (Courtesy of Roger Gore)

Roger Gore, founder and CEO of Alisar Vodka, GNatural Products and Ruben A. Hill Whiskey & Cigars, has created a triforce of internationally award-winning products through his faith, integrity and determination.

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D.C. Dream Center Closes Year with Intergenerational Celebration https://www.washingtoninformer.com/dc-dream-center-year-end-celebration/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/dc-dream-center-year-end-celebration/#comments Wed, 13 Dec 2023 05:00:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1197088 Zaire Bradley, RAP program participant, gives heartfelt tribute to his slain brother. (Photo Courtesy/ Dr. Patrise Holden)

The DC Dream Center celebrated its 29 year history of serving the community with 300 attendees, volunteers, and vendors, highlighting the center's focus on diversity and commitment to the physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing of the community.

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Winter Harris of ‘LAMDC’ Feeds the Body and the Spirit in Her New Cookbook https://www.washingtoninformer.com/winter-harris-cooking-mental-health/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/winter-harris-cooking-mental-health/#comments Tue, 21 Nov 2023 05:00:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1195408 "Love and Marriage DC" star, author and songstress Winter Harris on set of the Gutter Barbies music video

Winter Harris, author, recording artist, and star of Love and Marriage, DC, credits cooking as a way to find peace and nourishes those she loves, both physically and psychologically.

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Comedic Drama ‘The Weekend’ Offers Immersive, Engaging Entertainment for Audiences https://www.washingtoninformer.com/timeless-entertainment-the-weekend/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/timeless-entertainment-the-weekend/#comments Wed, 15 Nov 2023 05:00:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1195053 Faith Malonte (middle) has a tense moment with Lorenzo Lynch (left) while his love interest Lasonya Olden (right) looks on. (Courtesy of Clarence Johnson, MrXclusive2k)

"The Weekend," a comedic drama written by husband and wife team Gil and Pam Nelson of Timeless Entertainment, was a two-day run at the Bowie Center for the Performing Arts, featuring 20 actors and an immersive experience with a live band, upscale set design, and performances of timeless music classics.

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Carolina Kitchen Opens Sixth Location with Delicious Plant-Based Menu Additions https://www.washingtoninformer.com/carolina-kitchen-opens-sixth-location-with-delicious-plant-based-menu-additions/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/carolina-kitchen-opens-sixth-location-with-delicious-plant-based-menu-additions/#comments Mon, 23 Oct 2023 22:05:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1193620 Catering options will include full plant-based offerings at Carolina Kitchen in Capitol Heights, Maryland. (Courtesy photo)

Carolina Kitchen's grand opening in Capitol Heights, Maryland was attended by over 350 guests and featured a new plant-based menu, highlighting the importance of good health and supporting the local farm community.

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Lyricist Heals Personal Trauma and Inspires D.C. Youth Through RAP https://www.washingtoninformer.com/dc-dream-center-rap-mental-health/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/dc-dream-center-rap-mental-health/#comments Mon, 16 Oct 2023 19:58:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1193265 Lyricist Charles “Eclipse” Barnes Jr. triumphs trauma through music. (LaTonia Sanders Photography)

On World Mental Health Day, the DC Dream Center held a Rhythm and Poetry program to raise awareness about the importance of mental health, allowing children to express themselves through music in a safe and supportive environment.

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Synergy Business Center Creates Community Safe Gathering Space https://www.washingtoninformer.com/montgomery-county-synergy-business-center/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/montgomery-county-synergy-business-center/#respond Wed, 11 Oct 2023 19:00:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1193044 Carol Rivadeneira owns Synergy Business Center. (Courtesy of Synergy Business Center)

Synergy Business Center, a 5,200 square foot gathering space for business, community, and families, was opened by lifelong Montgomery County resident Carol Rivadeneira to provide a safe space for meetings, education, business, and community events.

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Beat the Street Back to School Bash Provides Resources and Fun for Ward 8 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/beat-the-street-back-to-school-bash-provides-resources-and-fun-for-ward-8/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/beat-the-street-back-to-school-bash-provides-resources-and-fun-for-ward-8/#respond Wed, 16 Aug 2023 19:00:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1189991 Hundreds of books, made possible by volunteers and donors, were gifted to students. (Courtesy of Mark Mahoney)

Hundreds of people of all ages gathered to enjoy food, games, music and free school supplies, made possible by sponsors such as Amazon, the Department of Parks & Recreation and Homesnap.

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Smithsonian Celebrates Hip-Hop’s  50th with All-Star Block Party on the National Mall https://www.washingtoninformer.com/smithsonian-celebrates-hip-hops-50th-with-all-star-block-party-on-the-national-mall/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/smithsonian-celebrates-hip-hops-50th-with-all-star-block-party-on-the-national-mall/#respond Wed, 16 Aug 2023 19:00:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1190023

The National Mall was transformed into a celebration of hip-hop culture on Saturday as a crowd of over 10,000 people flocked to the National Museum of African American History and Culture’s Hip Hop Block Party.

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