For Black History Month Macy’s Solutes Gordon Parks

I always feel compelled to explain why a post is a frugal post.  Why?  because I feel the need to justify why I’m posting on this particular topic.  Sound weird?  Being frugal is a mindset for me.  It’s as you already know, my way of life.  Explaining that to someone is sometimes easier when you explain why you do what you do.

So, I say that because February is Black History Month.  What does this have to do with being frugal you say?  Well…everything.  I learned how to skimp on things I needed, bargain shop, be creative or many more of my frugal lifestyle ways from my grandparents.  All of them.  A little bit from one and all together they made me. ….TheDealFanatic.com

Learning about our legacy, our place in history is a preservation of our history.  I thoroughly enjoy the time spent with any of my elders to learn more about me.  My grandmother always says to me, “understand me and you will understand YOU” ~ powerful right!

Taking time together and growing a relationship doesn’t cost you a red cent yet we often times do not do it.  We often assume since we have the title of “family member” we don’t really need to connect.  For me, this is simply not true.  Growing relationships (family relationships) take time.  Time to learn, time listen and time spent together.  Priceless!  And nothing can replace it.

So when our babies can sit and listen to their grandmother read the bible or play in her hair, I relish in it.  Spending time together is an investment in their future.  No amount of money can ever change time.

I’m so happy to collaborate with the team over at Beeverywhre and Macy’s to share with you the Macy’s Black History Month Events that are happening right now!  This year Macy’s has chosen to celebrate the life and works of famed writer/photographer/director, Gordon Parks.  I am a huge fan!!  Because photography is in my blood, seeing his photos in LIFE magazine has always given me inspiration.

Events hosted throughout the month will boast talent, from actress Malinda Williams to director/actor Eriq la Salle to many others who will lend their thoughts & voices to discussions about the late Parks. Select locations will feature art installations showcasing Parks’ works as well as children’s “Design Your Own Book” events and Soul-Jam style dance parties!

This would be an amazing event(s) and so wish there were one happening closer to where I live.  However, if you attend please send me a shout out on instagram or twitter with hashtag #TDFliving so I can feature your image.

To view more details about the below cities, click here.

Macy’s Center City

Grand Court, 5:30 pm

Special Guest: actor Malik Yoba

*RSVP for this event at www.macyscentercitybhm.eventbrite.com

Macy’s on State Street

Level 7, 5:30 pm

Special Guest: actor Lamman Rucker

* RSVP for this event at 800-329-8667

Macy’s State Street

*Kids’ Department, Level 5, 2pm

Children’s “Design Your Own Book” event

*Impulse Department, Level 3

Soul Jam style dance party

*RSVP for these events at 800-329-8667

Macy’s Downtown Brooklyn

Event begins at 12pm

*Kids’ Department, Level 4 at 12 pm for a children’s “Design Your Own Book” event

*Young Ment’s, Level 1 at 2 pm for a Soul Jam style dance party

*Men’s Store, Mezzanine at 4 pm for a spirited discussion on Gordon Parks

*RSVP for these events at macysbrooklynbhm.eventbrite.com 

Macy’s Aventura, Home & Fashion Stores

Special Guests: actor Lamman Rucker, MiamiNow TV Exec. Producer/Host Michelle Madison, Historian & Founder of Black Archives Dr. Dorothy Jenkins Fields, & Local 10 anchor Neki Mohan.

Fashion Store, Level 2, 3:30 pm
Soul Jam style dance party

*RSVP for this event at 305-682-3393

Macy’s Lenox Square

Lower Level, 2 pm

*Children’s “Design Your Own Book” event.

Level 2, 3 pm

Special Guest: actor/director Eriq La Salle

*RSVP for this event at 305-577-1818

Macy’s Metro Center

Lower Level Furniture Gallery, 5:30 pm

Special Guests: actors Malik Yoba & Lamman Rucker

*RSVP for this event at macysmetrocenterbhm.eventbrite.com

Macy’s Downtown Pittsburgh

Main Floor, 5 pm

Special Guest: actors Terrell Tilford, Malinda Williams & Joseph Lewis

*RSVP for this event at 888-622-9769

Macy’s Union Square

Level 3, 6 pm

Special Guests: actor/director Eriq La Salle and Boris Kodjoe 

*Go to macys.com/celebrate for more details

Macy’s Galleria at Hidalgo

Level 2, 6:30 pm

* RSVP for this event at 877-884-3751

Macy’s Bowie Town Center, 2pm

* This event features a children’s “Design Your Own Book” event and a Soul Jam style dance party.

Macy’s Kenwood Towne Centre

Lower Level, 2 pm

*Will feature a children’s “Design Your Own Book” event only!

 

**Disclosure:  I have been compensated for my time to share this post but images and opinions are my own.  To view my full disclosure policy, click here.