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Zoma House: A New Creative Space for Black and BIPOC Artists in Minneapolis | MSR
Zoma House offers a vibrant community space for Black and BIPOC artists in Minneapolis to create and connect offline. Learn how founder Uzoma turned her vision into a reality.
Uzoma’s name is an Igbo word that translates to a good path in life or beautiful way. She took off the U, kept the meaning and built Zoma House around it.
In this Black Business Spotlight from the Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder, founder Uzoma talks about bringing her vision for an in-person, community-centered creative space to life in Minneapolis through the City of Minneapolis’s Vibrant Storefronts program.
As a filmmaker, Uzoma found herself craving something offline. Something rooted in place, in presence and in the people right around her.
“I was really craving doing work that was offline, in person, hosting events.”
Zoma House is the answer to that craving. A Minneapolis space bringing different forms of art under one roof, hosting social events and giving artists a place to create and showcase their work for an audience that is right here in Minnesota.
“With Zoma House, I can be more intentional about curating work and appealing to an audience that’s right here, exactly where I’m at, which is right here in Minnesota.”
Next on the horizon: expanding Zoma House’s retail side with plans to sell work from local and global Black and BIPOC underrepresented artists, deepening the space’s mission of amplifying voices that are too often overlooked.
This Black Business Spotlight is powered by JPMorganChase.
Full story at msr.media.
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San Diego Supervisors’ Power Grab & Discretionary Funds
Are San Diego County supervisors overstepping their bounds? Dr. Warren breaks down the controversy surrounding discretionary funds in this week’s episode.
👀 Who’s holding San Diego County leaders accountable? Dr. Warren weighs in on supervisors’ power and discretionary funds. Watch last week’s episode and catch up on previous episodes here!
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How Restaurant Apprenticeships Taught Me to Run a Business #shorts
Ditch the textbooks and head to the kitchen. Learn how real-world restaurant apprenticeship taught me the operational secrets to running a successful business.
Transitioning from sociology to entrepreneurship is a steep learning curve. Before formal degrees, the best lessons came from apprenticing in local kitchens, mastering operations through hands-on experience and mentorship. #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusiness #CareerChange #BusinessTips #Mentorship
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Documenting History: Why Today’s Stories Matter Tomorrow #shorts
Your stories are more than just memories; they are vital historical artifacts. Learn why recording today’s experiences is the ultimate gift for future generations.
Writing down today’s experiences serves as a vital bridge to the future. By recording the present, one provides a roadmap for those 50 years from now to understand, reflect, and learn from the world of 2026. #History #Storytelling #Legacy #Reflection #Archives
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A Black Culture Café Rooted in Community and Connection #shorts
More than a coffee shop, this community hub honors Black literature and art while fostering local connection through service, music, and cultural preservation.
More than just a cafe—every detail from the menu names to the music honors Black literature and art. By hosting health drives and open mic nights, this space bridges the gap between cultural preservation and community service. #BlackCulture #CommunitySpace #CulturalHeritage #LocalImpact
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Black Music Awards: The Fight to Recognize Prince and Black Artists #shorts
Discover the untold story behind the Black Music Awards and why legends like Prince needed a platform to finally receive their due recognition.
Black music icons like Prince were making monumental moves in the 80s, yet went unrecognized by mainstream programs. The Black Music Awards were born out of a necessity to preserve, promote, and honor the artists who were shaping history from the other side of the coin. #BlackMusicAwards #MusicHistory #Prince #MusicLegacy
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Shaunie Grigsby on Building Flava Cafe, a Social Enterprise in St. Paul | On The Radar | MSR
Shaunie Grigsby shares how Flava Cafe is blending community, coffee, and career development for Black youth in St. Paul. Watch the inspiring full conversation here.
Shaunie Grigsby opened Flava Cafe in St. Paul in 2022 to combine a coffee shop rooted in Black culture with internships, apprenticeships and professional development for Black girls and gender-expansive youth. She talks with Damenica Ellis about partnerships, transparency and building a third space that feels like home.
Full story: https://spokesman-recorder.com/2026/11/05/flava-cafe-st-paul-shaunie-grigsby-on-the-radar/
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