Introducing The Fenway Cohort Class of 2023
Welcome to The Fenway, where we believe that the best experiences are those that embrace inclusivity, value every individual, and celebrate the freedom to be authentically ourselves.
We’re so excited to have the opportunity to bring our Cohort Program back for its second season, and we’re grateful to each and every one of you who took the time to apply and share your program concept with us.
Now, the moment we’ve been waiting for – let’s meet this year’s cohorts and find out what they’ll be hosting in The Fenway this season. From cultural festivals and a family law resource fair, to mindful meditations and a hip-hop meets wellness experience, there’s an incredible variety of events to participate in.
Lipstick & Lyrics
Cohort member Brandie Blaze is the founder of cosmetics brand Phyre by Brandie, as well as a hip-hop artist, activist and self proclaimed trap feminist. Lipstick & Lyrics brings together Brandi’s passion for makeup and music, featuring performances from Boston-based poets, R&B artists, and rappers, partnered with makeup services provided by local MUAs and the opportunity to shop Phyre.
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Travel Through Music
Travel Through Music invites you to embark on a rhythmic journey through the African Diaspora. Let the captivating beats transport you to the sweet voices of Africa, and a fusion of Caribbean sounds and engaging and interactive dance lessons will lift your spirits. This cultural festival will feature musical and dance performances, as well as food from local vendors.
A Berklee College Music alum, founder Safiya Leslie inspires people to explore the world and connect with other cultures through music. Safiya’s passion for promoting cultural understanding through music is extraordinary and is changing the world, one note at a time.
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Purple Produce 2.0
Purple Produce is where hip-hop meets wellness. Kyara Andrade, a.k.a DJ TROY Frost first hosted Purple Produce, a ‘heal thy self art jam,’ in 2022, with the goal of providing people of African Descent in the Boston area the opportunity to learn how they can take their healing into their own hands through the resources and establishments available to us in Boston and beyond.
This fall, Purple Produce 2.0, will bring a colorful blend of experiences together to celebrate Black-owned businesses in the wellness sector while immersing people in the essence of some of the key elements of Hip-Hop. Join us for a vibrant day of community, featuring rotating DJ sets, live performances, self-care activities, live art and local wellness vendors.
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Mindful moments in The Fenway
Join Elizabeth Lynne on a journey of serenity and self-discovery as she guides you through mindfulness meditation techniques. Prepare to find inner peace and embrace the beauty of the present moment.
A former public school educator, Elizabeth began transitioning out of the classroom towards Holistic Wellness certification in 2020. Since that time, she has become a Certified Mindfulness Meditation Instructor, a Full Spectrum Doula, Childbirth Educator, yogini and a lifelong plant ally.
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Family L.A.W Fair: legal & wellness resources for MA families
Navigating the world of family law, whether it be related to divorce, marriage, adoption, child custody, emancipation, or others, can be incredibly complicated. Hosted by Grace Legal Support Services, Family L.A.W. Fair will consist of a resource fair, where attendees schedule 1:1 time with knowledgeable associates who specialize in supporting Family Law attorneys and engage in wellness-focused activation and kid-friendly activities.
Having experienced years of trauma herself and needing a career change, Wendy Grace, founder of Grace Legal Support Services, decided to intern for a small law firm. There, she dove deeper into her passion to serve minority communities and saw first hand the impact that attorneys make in the lives of the families within those communities. Wendy also noticed the challenges that many attorneys faced with managing their workload, which then led her to form Grace Legal Support Services, where she and her team specialize in providing professional and specialized virtual paralegal service without the overhead costs to the attorney or firm.
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Project Misik
Led by Kera Washington, Project Misik strives to bring visibility to, and love for, the work of other BIPOC artists to The Fenway. Celebrating the creativity, diversity, and self-expression of the queer community, this vibrant arts and culture festival will shine a spotlight on eight exceptional artists.
Note
Check out our events calendar for the most up-to-date information as dates/times are subject to change.
We are always looking to our community to share their ideas for public programming. While we’re open to all sorts of work, we’re particularly interested in programs that foster an environment of inclusive and diverse voices. If you have a concept you’d like to see in The Fenway, send us an email at [email protected].