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Shining Light Foundation to Host West Valley Juneteenth in Avondale on June 18

The Shining Light Foundation is bringing Juneteenth to the West Valley on Saturday, June 18 starting at 11 AM. The event will take place indoors at La Joya High School in Avondale. The West Valley Juneteenth event will feature live entertainment, African Stilt walkers, African...

Posted On 07 Apr 2022

, By Tremaine Jasper

Black FM Radio Music Station Finally Returning to Phoenix Airwaves; KRDP Needs Your Support

KRDP Radio Phoenix™ is the public radio program unit of Desert Soul Media, Inc., a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization, which provides trauma-informed multimedia literacy and technical training programs. Starting in summer 2022, Radio Phoenix Jazz, to be broadcast on KRDP 90.7 FM...

Posted On 07 Apr 2022

, By Tremaine Jasper

Inaugural Queen Creek Juneteenth Celebration on June 19

Inaugural Queen Creek Juneteenth Celebration June 1910am to 2pm Desert Mountain Park22201 S. Hawes RoadQueen Creek, AZ 85142 Juneteenth Celebration in Queen Creek, Arizona with a DJ, Instructor-Led Painting, Silent Auction, Vendors, Food Trucks and More. Click here for more...

Posted On 05 Apr 2022

, By Tremaine Jasper

City of Scottsdale Community Juneteenth Celebration on June 19

City of Scottsdale Community Juneteenth Celebration June 192-7 PM Scottsdale Stadium7408 E. Osborn Rd.Scottsdale, AZ 85251 The City of Scottsdale has partnered with the Mayo Clinic, Honor Health, and a nonprofit local group, Change The Lead, to host a free community Juneteenth...

Posted On 05 Apr 2022

, By Tremaine Jasper

SOULful Nightlife for Grown Folk in the Phoenix Area

Nightlife and entertainment venues for SOULFUL people who are 35 years and above are plentiful here in the Valley of the Sun! Here’s a list of PhxSoul.com’s top nightlife and entertainment recommendations for grown folk in the Phoenix area who want to hear R&B,...

Posted On 10 Mar 2022

, By Tremaine Jasper

Looking for Great Soul Food in the Phoenix Area? Chew on this List of Restaurants

As you know, “Soul Food,” is our staple! Neckbones, chitlins, catfish, pickled pig feet, fried chicken, etc. have fed generations of Black people. You may (or may not) be surprised to know that the Valley of the Sun has done an admirable job of continuing the...

Posted On 08 Mar 2022

, By Tremaine Jasper

HBCU Matchup: Southern Jaguars vs. Arizona Wildcats in Tucson in Nov. 2022

The Southern University Jaguars men’s basketball team (Louisiana) will be traveling to Tucson to face the University of Arizona Wildcats in November 2022! I love this partnership between the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) and the Pacific 12 Conference! The...

Posted On 15 Feb 2022

, By Tremaine Jasper

Phoenix to Recognize Juneteenth as an Official City Holiday

(Phoenix, AZ, USA) – Mayor Kate Gallego and members of city council today unanimously approved Juneteenth as a City of Phoenix holiday, in honor and acknowledgement of the history and experiences of African Americans in this country. Juneteenth references June 19, 1865, the day...

Posted On 02 Feb 2022

, By Tremaine Jasper

Mentoring, Leadership Programs and Activities for Black Youth in the Phoenix Area

In order for our children to survive and excel in today’s world, it’s extremely important for them to have responsible, caring and knowledgeable adult role models in their lives. PhxSoul.com feels that it is extremely important to help Black youth find ways to build...

Posted On 10 Dec 2021

, By Tremaine Jasper

Video: HBCU Challenge Has a Shot to Become a Great Phoenix Tradition

Phoenix Suns point guard Chris Paul, Boost Mobile and other local businesses/organizations teamed up to host the first-ever HBCU Challenge at Footprint Center in Phoenix on November 28-29. While the crowds inside the Footprint Center were relatively small, the excitement for the...

Posted On 30 Nov 2021

, By Tremaine Jasper

Zoom Over to The Boom Boom Room in Phoenix for Great Drinks, Dope Vibe

If you’re looking for an intimate lounge with great vibes and some of the best libations in the Valley of the Sun, look no further than The Boom Boom Room in Phoenix! The Boom Boom Room is Black-owned! The Boom Boom Room is located at 1544 E. McDowell Road, Phoenix and is...

Posted On 18 Nov 2021

, By Tremaine Jasper

Black Churches Are Plentiful in the Phoenix Area

Let’s get some church up in here! If you’re wondering where are all of the black churches in Phoenix, please check out our list below. The most well-known Black churches (with Websites) in Phoenix are: Tanner Chapel AME Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church First Institutional...

Posted On 26 Sep 2021

, By Tremaine Jasper