Florida Sentinel Bulletin

G. R. I. T. S. HOSTS 7^TH CHICKEN WING COOK-OFF

Girls Raised In The South (G. R. I. T. S.) hosted their 7^th Annual Ultimate Guys Chicken Wing Cook-Off Charity Fundraiser on Saturday, August 5, 2017. The event was held at the Bounce Boy Event Center, featuring several men from the community. The purpose of this event is to bring together over 200 patrons who feast on a variety of chicken wings that provides financial support for The G. R. I. T. S. youth mentor group scholarship fund.  G. R. I. T. S. members in attendance were: seated, KeKe Williams, Annie Connally and Shadann White. Standing, Kathryn Ross, CaSandra Washington, President of the organization; Marilyn Washington and Sheila Ross. (Photograph by BRUNSON)

VICTORIOUS LIVING 2017 WOMEN’S CONFERENCE

Chanetta Burnett, Founder and CEO of Happy Days Plus, Inc., a not-for-profit organization that assists families and agencies with housing stability strategies, healthy communication and organization and goal setting skills, was the hostess for the Victorious Living 2017 Conference held on July 29, 2017. The Women’s Empowerment Conference featured orators, panelists, poets, praise dancers and gospel artists. Women in attendance were, seated left to right: Pastor Ruby Robinson, hostess and founder, Chanetta Burnett; and Financial Consultant, Paula Duncan. Standing, left to right: Lakeshia Tunstall, fashion designer; Apostle Dilliana Powell, Apostle Geraldine Cash, Evangelist Trish Ross, Minister Velma Benet and Minister Danetta Collins. (Photograph by Chow and Scott Keepsakes)

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF COLLEGE HILL HOSTS WOMEN’S CONFERENCE

First Baptist Church of College Hill Women’s Ministry and Young Women’s Ministry hosted its 4^th Annual Women’s Conference: Outside the Walls on Saturday, August 12, 2017. The conference was held at the University of South Florida Alumni Center. The theme was “Pearls and Proverbs.” Iris Collins served as the Mistress of Ceremony. Among the women in attendance were: Karen Minter, Valarie McGill, Michel R. Samuels, Diane English, Lucille Kerr, Nocile Bryson, Diane McGriff, Ruth Bentley, 2^nd Vice President, Women’s Ministry; Sherri Youngblood, Lutricia Ward, Marilynette Terry, Donna Brown, Crystalyne Matthews, Jowancia Matthews, Young Women’s Advisor; Wanda Knight, Barbara Moore, Vice President, Women’s Ministry; Clovis Alford, President, Women’s Ministry; Gloria Kelly, Hope Kiriisa, President, Young Women’s Ministry; and Pat Crowder. (Photograph by Frederick Harris)

FATHERS, FATHER FIGURES JOIN ‘MILLION FATHER MARCH’ AT BROWARD ELEMENTARY

Over the summer, Rennex Franklin, Counselor at Broward Elementary School, was given information from his Principal, Mrs. Angela Livingston, of a national initiative from the Black Star Project – “The Million Father March.” Franklin organized the event and invited fathers and positive father figures to the Broward campus for the first day of school. The gentlemen wanted to encourage and excite the students as they return for the 2017-2018 school year. Among those who participated, front row: Pastor Bruce Humphrey, Common Ground Christian Church; Brian Curry, South Seminole Heights Civic Association; Rev. R. J. Stevenson; Joel McCowan; Mrs. Angela Livingston, School Principal;  Henry Washington, retired Hillsborough County Area Superintendent; Rev. Dr. Glenn B. Dames, Pastor, Allen Temple AME Church; Gary Oliver; and Richard Grayes, Hillsborough County Area Four Principal Coach. 

Back Row: Rennex Franklin, School Counselor; Mr. Steve Kelly, faculty member’s husband; Belton Livingston, Mrs. Livingston’s husband; David Salters, Arthur Cole, Albert Pelham, Broward father; Noel Johnson, Project LINK, Community Partner; Curtis Walker; and Jonathan Means. (Photograph by Lomax McIntyre) 

CHILDREN WITH A VISION, INC. AND PARTNERS HOST BACK-TO-SCHOOL EVENT

    Last Sunday, August 6, 2017, Ms. Tonya Lewis and her non-profit organization, Children With A Vision, Inc., and several community partners hosted a Back-To-School Giveaway, Fun Day and Health Fair. The 17^th annual event was held at Ragan Park. A large crowd came out to take advantage of what was being offered. Some of those who participated and assisted with the event were: Cindy Nuzzo, Anthony Knight, Nikeo Miguel, Pierre Alsint, Corey Clegg, Dayshun Sutton, Christian Lawrence, Ross Anderson, Khori Smith, Jr., Mezarson Cesar, Tofoya Williams, Tonya Lewis, Nikki Taylor, Ruby Thomas, Sonya Messer, Judy Gray, Belinda Smith, Dawson Gomez, Aaron Webb, Lawaysha Thomas and Neq Rocks. (Photograph by BRUNSON)

LADIES OF PURPLE PASSION HOSTS ‘DENIM AND DIAMONDS’ DANCE

    The Ladies Of Purple Passion were excited a few weeks ago when they came together for their first fundraiser of the year. It was their “Denim and Diamonds” Dance, held on July 21^st at the Kennedy Blvd. American Legion Post. The group of ladies raises funds to support community events throughout the year. Ms. Vaular Dene Rouse, seated, is the President.  Other ladies who joined her are: Robin Young, Michelle Watkins, Alberta Harris, Latricia Cobb, Yvonne Walden, Calvios Alford, Valerie McGill, Frances Williams, Jennie Mickens, Facundia Arenas, Frances McCord, Sylvia Johnson,  Gigi Styles, Cheryl Washington, Harriett, Doster, Patricia Nellon, Carla Humphrey, Rhonda Blocker, Elizabeth Futch, Jeanette Rose and Betty Harris. (Photograph by Julia Jackson)

‘HIGH HEELS IN HIGH PLACES’ WAS THEME OF CONFERENCE

    ‘High Heels In High Places’ was the theme of a conference held last weekend. The conference was held July 29^th at Champion’s International Church in Ruskin. Pastor Kelli D. Douglas was the event organizer. Among those who participated are from left to right: Zhenya McDonald, author of “Walking Thru Hell in High Heels;” Tarnisha Cliatt, Kelli D. Douglas, Apostle Mark T. Jones, a presenter; and Pastor Deondrick Douglas, Senior Pastor. (Photograph by Toby Scott)

FUN IN THE PARK AFTER WEEK OF VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

    The 29^th Street Church of Christ, Brother Perry Johnson, Minister, held its week of Vacation Bible School last month. Each evening a different topic was discussed. Following a week of studying “Trailblazers For The Faith,” a Family Vacation Bible School Picnic was held at Al Lopez Park. Among those who enjoyed the fun during a nice, sun-shiny day were: Keyona Griffin, Janet Paul, Brittaney Harris, Adrianna Paul and Preston Paul. (Photograph by BRUNSON)

MASONIC TEMPLE PRESENTS SCHOLARSHIPS TO STUDENTS

    The Harram Temple No. 23, Inc., held its Watts Sanderson, Jr. Memorial Scholarship Program recently. The awards ceremony was held at the Children’s Board of Hillsborough County.  The guest speaker was Dr. John J. Scrivens, Ph.D. The students graduated in May and are headed to institutions of higher learning. From left to right are: Marc Brewington, Committee Chair and Temple Director of Education and Scholarship; Ciara Brown, Plant City High graduate, who will be attending FAMU; Jalen Chambers, graduate of Hillsborough High, to enroll in the University of Central Florida; Gaither High graduate, Korey Douglas, Hillsborough Community College; Ngan Nguyen, Robinson High School grad, who will be attending the University of South Florida; and Illustrious Potentate Lesley “Les” Miller, Jr. A scholarship was also presented to Brianne de la Torres, a Robinson High School graduate, not shown. (Photograph by BRUNSON)