Anthony McCarthy – journalist, editor-in-chief, writer, publicist, political advocate, minister, and radio host on WEAA 88.9 FM – supports the Baltimore community.
Hello, hello, hello everyone! I hope everything is well with you. My “Boo-Boo” and I are doing great. Thanks for asking. Well I have a little bit of this and a little bit of that for you this week. I have a lot to talk to you about.
First, I want to talk about one of my favorite talk show host, Anthony McCarthy, who is on Morgan’s WEAA 88.9 FM, Monday-Friday from 5-7 p.m. McCarthy is a dynamite radio host and a first class journalist – former editor of the Baltimore Afro-American Newspaper and the Baltimore Times. On his radio show, he interviews people from all walks of life and gives them a chance to voice their views, and informs the community about what is going on. He totally educates himself on the topics of his shows and asks the right questions so that his listeners can understand. Check out his show and give him a call at 419-319-8888.
Shirley Duncan, “Hand Dance Queen,” was honored by her peers recently at Caton Castle.
Shirley Duncan, the community’s “Hand Dance Queen,” was recently honored by her peers (well deserved and overdue). She was honored by the “Crew,” lead by Jesse Jammon at the Caton Castle, for being a pioneer in the Baltimore hand dance community. “I have received all kinds of awards from city and state government, but to receive it from hand dancers made it very special. It has been 20 years of hard work. Thank you Jesse, Hazel, Larry, and “The Crew.” This came at the best time” she said tearfully.
Hoppy Adams’ Foundation, now lead by his son Charles W. “Hoppy” Adams Jr., announced the winners of their 2014 essay contest. John Depasse is congratulated by Charles Adams III and Jeffrey Blum. For more information about this organization email info@hoppyadams.org.
Again, giving back to the community is the “Hoppy Adams Foundation.” They just recently announced the 2014 Scholarship Essay Contest winners. The scholarship which honors the memory of the late, renowned Hoppy Adams, the legendary deejay of WANN radio station and Carr’s Beach Master of Ceremony and promoter. The Foundation gives three scholarships annually to graduating seniors in the Annapolis area. The three winners were Jasmine Lomax of Meade Senior High School, John Depasse of Annapolis Senior High School, and Allyssa Thompson of Broadneck Senior High School. A luncheon was held and the winners received their scholarship notification.
From 6-10 p.m. Aug. 16 at the Caton Castle Lounge, 20 South Caton Ave., Washington, D.C./Baltimore promoter Vernard Gray is having a birthday celebration. The music is provided by the one and only Greg Hatza Organ-ization featuring Greg Hatza on organ, Peter Fraize on saxophones, Brian Kooken on guitar, and Robert Shahid on drums. For more information, call 443-982-091 and tell them Rambling Rose told you, or go to Realjazzlive@CatonCastle.com.
Arch Social Club members lead the 300 Men 2nd Annual March across north Avenue. Member with the white hat, standing, holding a cane is Bro. Kaleb Tshamba Arch Social Club Trustee Board Chairman; standing with hands at his side is Bro. Suzufe, president of organization; and standing directly behind him is Bro. William Chavis, trustee of Arch Social Club. (Photo credit to J.D. Howard)
Well folks, here I go again! I will be at the African-American Author’s Expo with both of my books, African-American Entertainment in Baltimore (the book on Baltimore’s Pennsylvania Avenue) and African-American Community, History & Entertainment in Maryland, along with hundreds of other independent and national authors displaying their work. The event takes place from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Aug. 16 at the North Baltimore Plaza Hotel, 2004 Greenspring Dr., Timonium, Md. and it is free to the public. The founder and CEO of this event is Pat Johnson. For more information, call 443-421-2070. I will see you there.
My girl, comedian “Ms. Maybelle” (Pamela Leake) is hosting her show, called “Ms. Maybelle’s Good Girdle Comedy Show” 8 p.m. Aug. 16 at the Darkside Lounge, 6826 Harford Rd., Baltimore, Md.
Are you ready for a crab feast? The Grace Presbyterian Church is hosting their 2nd Annual Crab Feast 2-6 p.m. Aug. 16 at the Forum Caterers, 4210 Primrose Rd., Baltimore. For more information, call Sydney Young at 443-370-4506 or email reallysherry@yahoo.com.
Well my dear friends, it is about that time! I am out of space. Remember, if you need me, call me at 410-833-9474 or email me at rosapryor@aol.com. My websites are: www.rosapryormusic.com and www.rambling-rose.com.
UNTIL THE NEXT TIME, I’M MUSICALLY YOURS.