Washington Informer Lifestyle: Culture, Wellness & DMV Living

Actor Brian Boyd portrays Trey Compton, who finds himself in a sundown town in the film "Spare Me," produced and directed by Wilderley Mauricette. (Courtesy of Kristoffer Jorns)

‘Spare Me’ Gives a Chilling Look at Sundown Towns and Inner Strength

by Brenda C. Siler December 31, 2024December 31, 2024

decor and confetti on the floor

Black Traditions for the New Year: Thinking Forward

by Hamil R. Harris and Jada Ingleton December 30, 2024December 30, 2024

Educator Mama Nia Onyenolachi walks children through the lighting of the kinara on Dec. 27, during the Kwanzaa Children’s Party at the Panorama Room in Southeast D.C. (Roy Lewis/The Washington Informer)

Amid Chaos and Uncertainty, Local Kwanzaa Celebrations Provide a Call to Action

by Sam Plo Kwia Collins Jr. and James Wright Jr. December 30, 2024January 2, 2025

Artist Handirubvi Wakatama Herring in front of some of her work in the exhibit "Magwenya," which means a female crocodile. The exhibit, located at Studio 3510 in Mt. Rainer, Maryland, chronicled her healing journey and included more than a dozen drawings and paintings that Wakatama Herring created on her road to self-realization. (Ja'Mon Jackson/The Washington Informer)

Handirubvi Wakatama Herring Defines Herself in ‘Mangwenya’ Exhibit

by Sam Plo Kwia Collins Jr. December 26, 2024January 2, 2025

Karen Massalley promoted Kwanzaa's festivities at the Anacostia Art Center's Umoja Market and many other pop-ups in the city during the holiday season. She regularly meets many people who are celebrating the Pan-African holiday for the first time. (Ja'Mon Jackson/The Washington Informer)

Made by Us for Us: Kwanzaa’s Enduring Legacy

by Mya Trujillo December 26, 2024January 2, 2025

The Smithsonian’s Anacostia Community Museum is celebrating the seven days of Kwanzaa with performances, storytelling, and craft and dance workshops, beginning Dec. 26 with the Kwanzaa Opening Ceremony, Umoja (Unity). (Courtesy photo)

Things to Do DMV

Things to Do, DMV: Weekend Rundown, Dec. 26 – Jan. 1

by Jada Ingleton December 26, 2024December 26, 2024

Washington Informer Publisher Denise Rolark Barnes addresses the crowd about The Informer’s past, present and future, and the way the publication works with the community. (Ja’Mon Jacskon/The Washington Informer)

The Washington Informer Turns 60, Engages With the Community, Continues Legacy

by WI Web Staff December 24, 2024December 24, 2024

Step Afrika! celebrated its 30th anniversary with a gala on June 4 at Arena Stage. (Courtesy of Phelan Mark)

From Film to Music to Social Gatherings: The Year of Celebrating Black Artistic Excellence

by WI Web Staff December 24, 2024December 24, 2024

The cast of Cirque du Soleil's "Michael Jackson ONE" performs at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas. (Courtesy of Cirque du Soleil and the Estate of Michael Jackson)

Enhanced ‘Michael Jackson ONE’ Immerses Fans in the King of Pop’s Unmatched Brilliance

by Stacy M. Brown December 23, 2024December 23, 2024

"THROUGHLINE: VOL. II" is a one-of-a-kind multisensory art exhibition that leverages photography, painting, performance art, and culinary craft to champion 16 of the District's Black unsung heroines. (Jada Ingleton/The Washington Informer)

An ‘Ode to the Women in D.C’: ‘THROUGHLINE VOL. II’ Honors Local Changemakers With Multidisciplinary Art Exhibit

by Jada Ingleton December 21, 2024December 21, 2024