Lifestyle Archives - Page 8 of 206 - The Washington Informer

Lifestyle Archives - Page 8 of 206 - The Washington Informer

The Donald Trump-inspired riot at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, ultimately resulted in the death of five people, including two police officers. (Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons)

Unveiling the Truth: Riveting January 6 Documentary Grips Audience with Untold Stories

by Stacy M. BrownJune 5, 2024June 5, 2024

Four-time Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter India.Arie announced her decision to step back from touring, citing the need for personal healing and mental health care. (Courtesy of India.Arie via Facebook)

Entertainment, Lifestyle, Stacy M. Brown

India.Arie Announces Hiatus from Touring: ‘I Need Healing Too’

by Stacy M. BrownJune 5, 2024June 5, 2024

Step Afrika! celebrated its 30th anniversary with a gala on June 4 at Arena Stage. (Courtesy of Phelan Mark)

Step Afrika! Commemorates Major Milestone with Special Celebrations, Performances at 30th Anniversary Gala

by Micha GreenJune 5, 2024June 5, 2024

Early in his career, puppeteer Jim Henson created Kermit the Frog for the television show “Sam and Friends” that aired on WRC-TV, now known as NBC Washington. This scene is from the documentary "Jim Henson Idea Man," produced & directed by Oscar winner Ron Howard. (Courtesy of Disney+)

Jim Henson: A Life of Educating and Entertaining

by Brenda C. SilerJune 5, 2024June 5, 2024

Will Liverman will star as Elijah in The Washington Chorus’ “Elijah Reimagined” at the Kennedy Center June 8. (Courtesy photo)

Will Liverman Talks Working on ‘Elijah Reimagined,’ Diversity in Classical Music

by Micha GreenJune 5, 2024June 5, 2024

Chris Stapleton, who will be performing at The Birchmere this Friday, live in concert (Andy Barron)

Lifestyle, Things to Do DMV

Things to Do, DMV: Weekend Rundown, June 6-9

by Demarco RushJune 5, 2024June 5, 2024

Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation (BLHF) Executive Director Tracie Jade Jenkins, Actor Lamman Rucker, actress and BLHF founder Taraji P. Henson, Dr. Anita Phillips, and the Rev. Tony Lee in a panel during the “Can We Talk? 2024 Symposium” at the Gaylord National Harbor on May 31. (Robert R. Roberts/The Washington Informer)

Health, Lifestyle

Can We Talk 2024 Symposium Makes Discussing Mental Health Cool, Accessible

by Micha GreenJune 4, 2024June 5, 2024

Fans jam along to Babyface during Roots Picnic 2024 on June 2. More than 30,000 people attended the music festival on June 1 and June 2 at Philadelphia, Pennsylvania’s West Fairmount Park. (Brigette Squire/The Washington Informer)

Entertainment, Lifestyle

Despite a Divisive Election Year, Roots Picnic Brings People Together in the Name of Peace, Unity, Black Music

by Micha GreenJune 4, 2024June 4, 2024

American journalist and photographer Linda Hervieux holds a portrait of Private Henry Parham. She got to know Parham and his relatives while spending years researching her book about the 320th. Private Parham served with the 320th Barrage Balloon Battalion on D-Day. (National Geographic)

Heroism from WWII Soldiers of Color Acknowledged in Documentary Series

by Brenda C. SilerJune 4, 2024June 4, 2024

Tolu "TolumiDE" Yeboah in front of Carlyle Room in Washington, D.C., on May 23 (Eden Harris/The Washington Informer)

This D.C.-Based Nigerian Singer is All About Music Rights, Unity

by WI Web EditorJune 3, 2024June 10, 2024