Tag: weekend hangout

• Odunde! Happy New 2017 Recap

  On Sunday, June 11, 2017, my trek to Odunde had a few hiccups.  I walk allover the city of Philadelphia which means in an instant my plans change, arrival times vary, and I refuse to be frustrated because things will work out. As I approached 31st & Wharton two beautifully designed and maintained classic cars ride…

  J. Monroe

  June 17, 2017

  Events, Journey

  free events, new year, Odunde, vendor, weekend hangout

• Odunde! Happy New Year 2017

  We are days away from one of my favorite New Year celebrations. Odunde is the observance of the Yoruba new year and is celebrated ever year on the second Sunday of June. Started by Mrs. Lois Fernandez in 1975, Odunde is the largest African celebration on the east coast.  I have been an attendee since…

  J. Monroe

  June 7, 2017

  Events

  Music, Odunde, street performs, sunday, vendor, weekend hangout

• What A Difference Relationships Make

  I was beyond concerned as my Birthday, April 1st, approached. With the recent loss of my grandmother I lost my Pre-Birthday weekend hangout partner and first bestie. I was not sure how I would handle missing out on our time together. I tried not to dwell on it and just let the weekend happen… That’s…

  J. Monroe

  April 1, 2014

  Relationship

  fun, happiness, lovely ladies, weekend hangout