Elegance and support for education via the creative and performing arts: #LifeWithShenita via #AnElegantEveningOfJazz lends support to the Morrow High School Jazz Ensemble
On October 5, 2025, the 3rd edition of #AnElegantEveningOfJazz takes place at Spivey Hall (on the campus of Clayton State University ). Under the creative vision, energy, and leadership of Dr. Shenita Connally, the event builds on the tradition established in its inaugural edition in 2023 as it provides a top-notch immersion of jazz artists with the immediate and interlocking community in an equally respected venue. Beyond the extraordinary experience provided by this
Pull up at Parkview: The Parkview PTSA presents the Parkview Day Festival to celebrate community along with the cluster's 50th year
Fall means many things; among the meanings is the concept of a festival. When it comes to the Parkview cluster, it simply means more. It's about celebrating the cultural mosaic which makes it a leading presence in Gwinnett County, along with bringing the community together as this year marks the cluster's 50th year of existence. We recently sat down with Sophia Jetpuri-Naviwala, who serves as co-president of the Parkview PTSA with John Carlton. Her background in education (
Growth and diversification: the potential impact of the MAKERS Act related to STEM education
During the first week of the current session of Congress, there's something positive in the works. And it's coming from a bipartisan...
A head-start headlined by HBCU's: The Greater Atlanta HBCU College Fair via the RKL Education Foundation and the Georgia District Association of Alpha Phi Alpha
Getting a head-start can be a big help; in working ahead, it can put you in position to be prepared and beyond. On February 1, 2025 from...
Access to education: Poplar Hill Missionary Baptist Church's Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr celebration service with keynote speaker Dr. Adrienne Simmons speaking to education and beyond
The Monday after January 15th in recent memory is a key day. It's the day where the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday is celebrated (as...
(We) second that: the 2nd edition of #AnElegantEveningOfJazz provides a top-notch music experience and supports an additional Clayton County high school jazz program
On Sunday, October 6, 2024, the 2nd edition of #AnElegantEveningOfJazz takes place at Spivey Hall (on the campus of Clayton State...
Noteworthy and memorable: the Memory Walk via Kate's Club makes November noteworthy
For just over 20 years, Kate's Club is a sound and growing presence in not only Metro-Atlanta, but the state of Georgia. From its humble...
Bridge-building: the call for supporting Seven Oaks Academy
Children are the future. Many have heard a statement or sentiment along these lines, and there's certainly validity to the statement. ...
Elegance elevated: leaving a legendary footprint at Martha Ellen Stillwell School of the Arts
Earlier this summer (July 23, 2023), Life with Shenita (in collaboration with 2 Queens Productions ) hosts the inaugural...
More than the music: An Elegant Evening of Jazz merges music and community creatively on July 23rd
Jazz. It is one of the more artistic, creative, and expressive music and art forms around. The innovative spirit is an underlying theme...
