Steppin is quickly becoming one of the most popular African American dance forms throughout the West Coast and Midwest and is affectionately referred by several names throughout the country. The dance is based on a six or eight count step with a universal appeal which is slowly becoming a household name in many African-American communities.
Steppin originated in Chicago's African-American communities during the 1950's and 1960's. It evolved from various dances such as the bop, the catwalk, and other dances that utilize striding, gliding, dipping, and bopping to African-American big band's music. Steppin is not just a dance; it's an art form and a way of life. This dance is taken very seriously by many Chicago natives. Steppin is an essential and important part of African American history. It is the embodiment of Chicago tradition with its Jazz, Blues, Hip Hop, Funk, R&B, and all such art forms intertwined.
Steppin should be preserved, revered, and honored because of its longevity. This beautiful dance is filled with flair, drama, style, dress, music, excitement, unity, partnership, communication. More importantly, it is a part of our history. You must experience it to understand it. Come see what the hype is about. The dance is addictive and good for your emotional and physical health.
Steppin is tradition, history, art, culture, lifestyle, excitement, entertainment, music, fashion, sound, unity, and much, much more packaged in the form of an energetic and dynamic dance.
**Information compiled and paraphrased by Dan Land of Steppers Express.**
Around the world, around the nation, around the corner – there is a place where people help others in need.
- When people will give whatever they can to feed and clothe victims of an unimaginable disaster a world away or a state away
- Where business owners and community organizations raise funds to help provide food and shelter for thousands of people who have lost their homes and livelihoods whether they be in Southeast Asia, Florida or down the street
- Where a person will choose to leave the comfort of her own bed on a cold night to bring warmth and comfort and hope to a neighbor she may not know and may never see again
That place is Durham, NC, and those kind people are generous residents and the trained and compassionate volunteers of the Central North Carolina Chapter of the American Red Cross. The Red Cross is ready to respond to the emergency needs of each and every community, no matter how large or small the disaster.
For more than 90 years our local Red Cross chapter has provided our communities with heroes; volunteers who saved lives and helped countless families survive and recover from disasters. Now we are asking you to be a HERO for the American Red Cross by participating in our chapter's 2008 HEROES campaign.
To become a HERO for the American Red Cross, you or your organization agrees to raise a minimum of $1,000 through any legal means you choose. You or a representative of your organization will be recognized in a full-page newspaper advertisement that will appear during of the campaign.
If you are interested in becoming a Hero, please email gonyeaudn@usa.redcross.org . A representative of the Central North Carolina Chapter will contact you to discuss your business or organization's participation in this humanitarian effort.
Sign up for Volunteer Center of Durham's 13th Annual The Great Human Race on Sat, March 29th at 9:30am. This is a 5K run or walk offered as a fundraising event to all Triangle nonprofit and public agencies. Register to run or walk in this year's race and you can help your favorite agency continue its good work in our local community. On the day of the race, all participants should plan to arrive at the Durham Bulls Athletic Park between 8:30am and 9:00am, rain or shine. Opening ceremonies begin at 9:15am. Door prizes will be drawn du ring opening ceremonies. The competitive run/walk portion of the race begins at 9:30 and the nonprofit walk begins at 9:35am. Everyone is invited to the celebration at the conclusion of the race -- refreshments will be served and awards for runners will be presented. Contact Tammy Dorfman, Special Projects Coordinator, at (919) 688-8977 x23 or race@thevolunteercenter.org with any questions about the race.
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This fabulous event has become a tradition for women of the Triangle. For an entire day woman are dazzled with an amazing fashion show, a vendor pavilion, informative seminars, and unforgettable performances by national recording artists and celebrity autograph sessions. WE 2008 is a high energy, high profile event that targets African American women of all ages. Now in its 14th year, Women's Empowerment has been uplifting, empowering and entertaining women, while educating and engaging them in discussions about issues that affect them. The 2008 Keynote Speaker is the National Recording Artist Patti LaBelle! Women's Empowerment 2008 promises to educate, enlighten and entertain audiences of all ages. WE 2008 is an experience not to be missed! For information on the March 29, 2008 at RBC Center, go HERE. | | |
