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THE CRYSTAL NEWS
  Volume XXVIII Issue ICirculation... Plenty! ***************************** Happy 2021! Pandemic Pause.... This issue of The Crystal News is dedicated to the Black women and men who made history by achieving incredible feats in all walks of life and those who did so by simply surviving the horrors of systemic racism, hatred, jealousy and greed. During this pandemic, even the most obtuse people have seen the evidence of continuing racial disparities in this country. I hope that the upside of this global crisis will be the coming together of all people for the common good. Take care of yourselves and those you love. Attempt to understand and show at least common curtesy for all others. Ohmm  Join me TOMORROW, May 15, 2021 at 12pm (PST) / 2pm (CST) / 3pm (EST) for "A Literary Journey in the City of Jewels" the next stop on the virtual Delta Authors on Tour. It will be an afternoon of entertainment, information, and an opportunity to connect with nine dynamic and accomplished Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Authors for a virtual discussion of their literary works. Register and purchase books today at seattledeltas.org/daot2021 Each book purchase enters you in a raffle for a prize. This event is free and open to everyone. See you there! Tools of the Trade: |
Performer, writer, director, producer and educator T'Keyah Crystal Keymáh provides an interactive introduction to the actor training method of actor/director/acting teacher Michael Chekhov. The workshop will be a hybrid in-person / virtual presentation that includes a lecture on Chekhov work, group, partnered and individual exercises, a talk back, and a Q&A. Age 18 and over preferred. No one under 13 allowed. In-person slots are very limited. COVID protocols will be strictly enforced. Masks must be worn at all times. Participants should have 4-8 lines of memorized text to incorporate into the work. REGISTER HERE  |  The Cool Crystal Show!Fans all over the world are loving veteran performer T’Keyah Crystal Keymáh's newest series, "The Cool Crystal Show." The show is a magazine variety show celebrating culture and creativity. It includes art, books, films, scenes from Keymáh's stage shows and new characters. Watch it for free on the Keymáh Network, www.Keymah.com. The show 'airs' on Wednesdays at 9pm EST, 8pm CST, 6pm PST. |
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Scholarship Funds Established for Mary Louise Zeno Carter
and Meshach Taylor!
The family of social worker Mary Louise Zeno Carter (1913-2006) has established scholarship funds in their honor to provided needed scholarships at St. Sabina Academy. The family and friends of actor Meshach Taylor (1947-2014), have established scholarship funds in their honor to provided needed scholarships at Florida A&M University (FAMU). I am excited about both of these scholarships. Anyone who knows me knows that I was raised by my grandmother. My siblings and other family members look forward to helping children attend the school that helped her raise us, St. Sabina Academy... I am also quite proud to have known gifted actor Meshach Taylor, who, like me, was a fan and supporter of our Alma Mater, FAMU. What people outside of certain circles don't know, is that Meshach Taylor was a humble humanitarian a big brother to everyone he met. I hope you will support either or both of these scholarships if and when you can. Thanks!
Mary Louise Zeno Carter (1913 - 2006) was a dutiful wife and mother, an intelligent, civic-minded and hard-working woman, a meticulous homemaker, a generous caregiver and a dedicated social worker for the Illinois Department of Public Aid. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. Born in Louisiana, Carter moved with her family to Chicago when she was a little girl. She attend Phillips High School where she met her husband, the late Carneil Carter, Sr. After raising two children of their own, the couple took on the challenge of raising their deceased daughter's four children, the youngest being me. My grandmother was an active member of St. Sabina Church, and served as Treasurer of her neighborhood block club and Den Mother for the Boy Scouts of America. She also welcomed into her home any relative that needed a place to stay for a night, a weekend, or a while.
Meshach Taylor (1947-2014) was an Emmy-nominated actor, best known for his role as Anthony Bouvier on the sitcom Designing Women, and for his portrayal of Hollywood Montrose, a flamboyant window dresser in the Mannequin films. He played Sheldon Baylor on the sitcom Dave's World, and appeared as the recurring character Alastair Wright, the social studies teacher and later school principal, on the sitcom, Ned's Declassified School Survival Guide. In 1996, Taylor hosted his own series The Urban Gardener with Meshach Taylor, and in 1998, he hosted Meshach Taylor's Hidden Caribbean. He was last seen in a recurring role on Criminal Minds. Taylor married actress Bianca Ferguson in 1983. He had four children, three with Bianca and one from a previous marriage. Taylor was a devoted husband and father, a supporter of FAMU and a mentor to many people in and outside of the entertainment industry.
To make a donation to the Mary Louise Zeno Carter Scholarship Fund at St. Sabina Academy, Visit: https://mlzcscholarship.weebly.com/donate.html, Click Here, or send a check to: St. Sabina Academy, 7801 S. Throop St., Chicago, IL 60620 with "MLZC Scholarship" in the memo. To make a donation to the Meshach Taylor Theatre Scholarship Fund at Florida A&M University, Visit: https://my.famu.edu/giving/mtts?, Click Here, or send a check to: The FAMU Foundation, 625 E. Tennessee St, Suite 100, Tallahassee, FL 32308-4933 with "Meshach Taylor Scholarship" in the memo.
Donations of any amount are welcomed for both funds. - tck
Mary Louise Zeno Carter (1913 - 2006) was a dutiful wife and mother, an intelligent, civic-minded and hard-working woman, a meticulous homemaker, a generous caregiver and a dedicated social worker for the Illinois Department of Public Aid. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. Born in Louisiana, Carter moved with her family to Chicago when she was a little girl. She attend Phillips High School where she met her husband, the late Carneil Carter, Sr. After raising two children of their own, the couple took on the challenge of raising their deceased daughter's four children, the youngest being me. My grandmother was an active member of St. Sabina Church, and served as Treasurer of her neighborhood block club and Den Mother for the Boy Scouts of America. She also welcomed into her home any relative that needed a place to stay for a night, a weekend, or a while.
Meshach Taylor (1947-2014) was an Emmy-nominated actor, best known for his role as Anthony Bouvier on the sitcom Designing Women, and for his portrayal of Hollywood Montrose, a flamboyant window dresser in the Mannequin films. He played Sheldon Baylor on the sitcom Dave's World, and appeared as the recurring character Alastair Wright, the social studies teacher and later school principal, on the sitcom, Ned's Declassified School Survival Guide. In 1996, Taylor hosted his own series The Urban Gardener with Meshach Taylor, and in 1998, he hosted Meshach Taylor's Hidden Caribbean. He was last seen in a recurring role on Criminal Minds. Taylor married actress Bianca Ferguson in 1983. He had four children, three with Bianca and one from a previous marriage. Taylor was a devoted husband and father, a supporter of FAMU and a mentor to many people in and outside of the entertainment industry.
To make a donation to the Mary Louise Zeno Carter Scholarship Fund at St. Sabina Academy, Visit: https://mlzcscholarship.weebly.com/donate.html, Click Here, or send a check to: St. Sabina Academy, 7801 S. Throop St., Chicago, IL 60620 with "MLZC Scholarship" in the memo. To make a donation to the Meshach Taylor Theatre Scholarship Fund at Florida A&M University, Visit: https://my.famu.edu/giving/mtts?, Click Here, or send a check to: The FAMU Foundation, 625 E. Tennessee St, Suite 100, Tallahassee, FL 32308-4933 with "Meshach Taylor Scholarship" in the memo.
Donations of any amount are welcomed for both funds. - tck
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Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!
Thank you to: Everyone who helped make "The Cool Crystal Show" a reality!!!!! to everyone who supports my new charitable entities, The Meshach Taylor Theatre Scholarship Fund at Florida A&M University, and The Mary Louise Zeno Carter Scholarship Fund at St. Sabina Academy, and as always, Thank You charities: The T'Keyah Crystal Keymáh Endowed Scholarship at Meharry Medical College (Under the ‘Designation' drop down menu, choose "Scholarships," and in the 'Comment' section write The T'Keyah Crystal Keymáh Endowed Scholarship); The T'Keyah Crystal Keymáh Endowed Theater Scholarship and the Ronold O. Davis Scholarship (named for my mentor) at Florida A & M University (Under the ‘Designation' drop down menu, choose "T'Keyah Crystal Keymáh Endowed Scholarship” or "Ronald O. Davis Scholarship"), The T'Keyah Crystal Keymáh Fine Arts Room at St. Sabina Academy (Next to 'in honour of' write The T'Keyah Crystal Keymáh Fine Arts Room; and/or The Keymáh Cultural Fund, whose mission is to support and encourage programs, events and activities in the arts that nourish underserved Black youth. The Keymáh Cultural Fund is managed by Associated Black Charities of Maryland (ABC). Make a tax-deductible contribution below, or mail a check to Associated Black Charities, 1114 Cathedral Street, Baltimore, MD 21201. Please write "The Keymáh Cultural Fund" in the memo. Thank you for your support! MUAH! And I mean it!!!! -- tck
Thank you to: Everyone who helped make "The Cool Crystal Show" a reality!!!!! to everyone who supports my new charitable entities, The Meshach Taylor Theatre Scholarship Fund at Florida A&M University, and The Mary Louise Zeno Carter Scholarship Fund at St. Sabina Academy, and as always, Thank You charities: The T'Keyah Crystal Keymáh Endowed Scholarship at Meharry Medical College (Under the ‘Designation' drop down menu, choose "Scholarships," and in the 'Comment' section write The T'Keyah Crystal Keymáh Endowed Scholarship); The T'Keyah Crystal Keymáh Endowed Theater Scholarship and the Ronold O. Davis Scholarship (named for my mentor) at Florida A & M University (Under the ‘Designation' drop down menu, choose "T'Keyah Crystal Keymáh Endowed Scholarship” or "Ronald O. Davis Scholarship"), The T'Keyah Crystal Keymáh Fine Arts Room at St. Sabina Academy (Next to 'in honour of' write The T'Keyah Crystal Keymáh Fine Arts Room; and/or The Keymáh Cultural Fund, whose mission is to support and encourage programs, events and activities in the arts that nourish underserved Black youth. The Keymáh Cultural Fund is managed by Associated Black Charities of Maryland (ABC). Make a tax-deductible contribution below, or mail a check to Associated Black Charities, 1114 Cathedral Street, Baltimore, MD 21201. Please write "The Keymáh Cultural Fund" in the memo. Thank you for your support! MUAH! And I mean it!!!! -- tck
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