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15
THU
Les Dames Atlanta Culinary Futures Reception with Chef Cat Cora
January 15, 2026
06:00 PM - 08:00 PM
240 Peachtree St NW, Atlanta, GA 30303, USA
Description
Enjoy a one-of-a-kind cocktail party and culinary experience featuring recipes from Chef Cat Cora along with creative bites, beverages, an amazing local DJ, and an exciting raffle filled with culinary-inspired prizes and experiences.
Doors open at 6 PM, VIP ticket holders gain early access at 5:30PM for an exclusive VIP meet and greet with the first female Iron Chef Cat Cora, before the event opens to the public. This is a unique opportunity to connect with the culinary legend and gain insight into her creative process.
Each year, Les Dames d'Escoffier, International - Atlanta Chapter hosts a fundraiser and reception to support our Culinary Futures scholarship program, which benefits a rising female freshmen pursuing a degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality, or related fields. This need-based Aspiring Culinarian scholarship would not be possible without your support and the ongoing support of the housewares industry. 100% of the proceeds from this event go directly into this scholarship fund. Together, we honor past scholarship recipients and celebrate the bright futures ahead.
Thanks to Culinary Futures attendees and supporters, each year we are able to help make young women's dreams come true. Join us for an evening of flavor, inspiration, and purpose.
Event sponsors include AndMore, The Cooks Warehouse, EM Home, Harold Import Company, and Jura.
Doors open at 6 PM, VIP ticket holders gain early access at 5:30PM for an exclusive VIP meet and greet with the first female Iron Chef Cat Cora, before the event opens to the public. This is a unique opportunity to connect with the culinary legend and gain insight into her creative process.
Each year, Les Dames d'Escoffier, International - Atlanta Chapter hosts a fundraiser and reception to support our Culinary Futures scholarship program, which benefits a rising female freshmen pursuing a degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality, or related fields. This need-based Aspiring Culinarian scholarship would not be possible without your support and the ongoing support of the housewares industry. 100% of the proceeds from this event go directly into this scholarship fund. Together, we honor past scholarship recipients and celebrate the bright futures ahead.
Thanks to Culinary Futures attendees and supporters, each year we are able to help make young women's dreams come true. Join us for an evening of flavor, inspiration, and purpose.
Event sponsors include AndMore, The Cooks Warehouse, EM Home, Harold Import Company, and Jura.
Description
Enjoy a one-of-a-kind cocktail party and culinary experience featuring recipes from Chef Cat Cora along with creative bites, beverages, an amazing local DJ, and an exciting raffle filled with culinary-inspired prizes and experiences.
Doors open at 6 PM, VIP ticket holders gain early access at 5:30PM for an exclusive VIP meet and greet with the first female Iron Chef Cat Cora, before the event opens to the public. This is a unique opportunity to connect with the culinary legend and gain insight into her creative process.
Each year, Les Dames d'Escoffier, International - Atlanta Chapter hosts a fundraiser and reception to support our Culinary Futures scholarship program, which benefits a rising female freshmen pursuing a degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality, or related fields. This need-based Aspiring Culinarian scholarship would not be possible without your support and the ongoing support of the housewares industry. 100% of the proceeds from this event go directly into this scholarship fund. Together, we honor past scholarship recipients and celebrate the bright futures ahead.
Thanks to Culinary Futures attendees and supporters, each year we are able to help make young women's dreams come true. Join us for an evening of flavor, inspiration, and purpose.
Event sponsors include AndMore, The Cooks Warehouse, EM Home, Harold Import Company, and Jura.
Doors open at 6 PM, VIP ticket holders gain early access at 5:30PM for an exclusive VIP meet and greet with the first female Iron Chef Cat Cora, before the event opens to the public. This is a unique opportunity to connect with the culinary legend and gain insight into her creative process.
Each year, Les Dames d'Escoffier, International - Atlanta Chapter hosts a fundraiser and reception to support our Culinary Futures scholarship program, which benefits a rising female freshmen pursuing a degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality, or related fields. This need-based Aspiring Culinarian scholarship would not be possible without your support and the ongoing support of the housewares industry. 100% of the proceeds from this event go directly into this scholarship fund. Together, we honor past scholarship recipients and celebrate the bright futures ahead.
Thanks to Culinary Futures attendees and supporters, each year we are able to help make young women's dreams come true. Join us for an evening of flavor, inspiration, and purpose.
Event sponsors include AndMore, The Cooks Warehouse, EM Home, Harold Import Company, and Jura.
16
FRI
Jim Crow in the Asylum: Psychiatry and Civil Rights in the American South-- Kylie Smith in Conversation with Vanessa Jackson & Jennifer Grant
January 16, 2026
07:30 PM
184 S. Candler St. , , Decatur, GA 30030 , USA
Description
This event takes place in person at Charis and on Crowdcast, Charis' virtual event platform. This event is free, but registration is required for virtual attendance. Click here to register to attend virtually. Please read the in-person event guidelines at the bottom of this page to be sure you can participate in the event.
Charis welcomes Kylie Smith in conversation with Vanessa Jackson & Jennifer Grant for a discussion of Jim Crow in the Asylum: Psychiatry and Civil Rights in the American South, which mixes exhaustive archival research, interviews, and policy analysis to offer a comprehensive look at how racism affected Black Southerners with mental illness during the Jim Crow era.
There is a complicated history of racism and psychiatric healthcare in the Deep South states of Georgia, Alabama, and Mississippi. The asylums of the Jim Crow era employed African American men and women; served as places of treatment and care for African Americans with psychiatric illnesses; and, inevitably, were places of social control. Black people who lived and worked in these facilities needed to negotiate complex relationships of racism with their own notions of community, mental health, and healing.
Kylie M. Smith mixes exhaustive archival research, interviews, and policy analysis to offer a comprehensive look at how racism affected Black Southerners with mental illness during the Jim Crow era. Complicated legal, political, and medical changes in the late twentieth century turned mental health services into a battlefield between political ideology and psychiatric treatment approaches, with the fallout having long-term consequences for patient outcomes. Smith argues that patterns of racially motivated abuse and neglect of mentally ill African Americans took shape during this era and continue to the present day. As the mentally ill become increasingly incarcerated, Jim Crow in the Asylum reminds readers that, for many Black Southerners, having a mental illness was--and still is--tantamount to committing a crime.
About the Author
Dr. Kylie Smith is Associate Professor in the Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing and Associate Faculty in the Emory College Department of History at Emory University in Atlanta. Professor Smith received her PhD from the University of Wollongong, in New South Wales, Australia, and came to Emory in 2015 as the inaugural Andrew W. Mellon Faculty Fellow in Nursing and Humanities. Her first book, Talking Therapy: Knowledge and Power in American Psychiatric Nursing, won the Lavinia L. Dock Award from the American Association for the History of Nursing and the American Journal of Nursing’s Book of the Year Award in the area of History and Public Policy.
In 2022, Dr. Smith became the Founding Director of the new Center for Healthcare History and Policy, which supports collaboration, knowledge-sharing and community-building across Emory University and Emory Healthcare. The goal of the Center is to build pathways and opportunities for students and faculty to incorporate historical insights into health care work that advances justice and equity.
Her new book, Jim Crow in the Asylum: Psychiatry and Civil Rights in the American South will be published by the University of North Carolina Press this fall.
About the Conversation Partners
Vanessa Jackson is a social worker, Soul Doula and owner of Healing Circles, Inc., a healing practice based in Atlanta, GA. She also creates healing aromatherapy sprays through Dudley’s Apothecary.
Vanessa is the author of In Our Own Voice: African-American Stories of Oppression, Survival and Recovery in Mental Health Systems and Separate and Unequal: The Legacy of Racially Segregated Psychiatric Hospitals, monographs on the history of African-American psychiatric experiences and Robbing Peter to Pay Paul: Feminist Reflections on Therapy with Low-wage Earning Women in Psychotherapy with Women: Exploring Diverse Contexts and Identities (Marsha P. Mirkin, et al ,Eds.). She is co-editor of Understanding Power: A Human Services Imperative with Elaine Pinderhughes, MSW and Patricia Romney, Ph.D. Vanessa is a nationally recognized speaker on mental health issues, with a focus on culturally conscious therapy and therapy with marginalized populations. She has developed a concept, “fiscal trauma”, which served as the foundation for an economic empowerment recovery program for survivors of domestic violence. Ms. Jackson’s passion is supporting activists in creating healthy and balanced lives. She offers an Activists Assistance Program to provide politically conscious and clinically sound coaching and healing workshops to Atlanta-area feminist non-profit organizations. She serves as a Senior Facilitator for Black Emotional And Mental Health Collective (BEAM). Vanessa is a member of the Radical Optimist Collective which facilitates racial healing conversation
Dr. Jennifer Grant is Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health at Emory University School of Medicine and Associated Medical Director of Psychiatric Emergency Services at Grady Memorial Hospital. Dr Grant received her MD and PhD from Emory University School of Medicine and remained at the institution for combined postdoctoral training in General Psychiatry and Health Services Research.
Using her expertise in community psychiatry and severe and persistent mental illness, Dr Grant serves as the co-director of the Community, Culture, and Global Curriculum for Psychiatry residents. She is actively involved in pedagogy, educational support, and training related to structural competency in medical education, specifically focusing on how historical systems of inequality and stigma intersect in the lives of marginalized people living with mental illness. She is regularly involved in classroom and clinical teaching, curriculum development and national teaching workshops for psychiatrists. As associate medical director of Grady Psychiatric Emergency Services - the only 24-hour Psychiatric Emergency Service (PES) in the metropolitan region, she actively engages in quality improvement
projects and root cause analyses, with a particular focus on process improvement in PES, inpatient psychiatry, and the Emergency Department.
In her free time, she enjoys knitting, reading, and spending time with family.
The Fox Center is Emory University's hub for the humanities. We convene researchers across a wide range of disciplines, methods, and modes of creative practice to advance our understanding of critical topics in culture and society. We are dedicated to rigorous inquiry and an engaged intellectual community which reaches beyond the walls of the Center. Our programs include residential research fellowships, public lectures and seminars, and seed funding for interdisciplinary research collectives. To learn more, visit fchi.emory.edu.
The event is free and open to all people, but we encourage and appreciate a donation of $5-20 in support of the work of Charis Circle, our programming non-profit. Donate on Crowdcast or via our website: www.chariscircle.org/donate or in person at the event.
Charis Books is a fully wheelchair accessible space with on site van accessible parking, two ramps, and additional overflow accessible parking nearby. Additional accessibility information can be found on the Accessibility page of our website.
In-person event guidelines:
- All attendees must wear a face mask during the event.
- We will begin seating people at 7:00 PM ET.
- This event will be live-streamed via Crowdcast. Click here to register to attend virtually.
- As a reminder: If you are not feeling well, please do not come to the event.
If you have any questions regarding these guidelines or to request specific accessibility accommodations, please contact info@charisbooksandmore.com or call the store at 404-524-0304.
Please contact us at info@chariscircle.org or 404-524-0304 if you would like ASL interpretation at this event. If you would like to watch the event with live AI captions, you may do so by watching it in Google Chrome and enabling captions: Instructions here. If you have other accessibility needs or if you are someone who has skills in making digital events more accessible please don't hesitate to reach out to info@chariscircle.org.
By attending our event, whether in person or virtually, you agree to our Code of Conduct: Our event seeks to provide a harassment-free experience for everyone, regardless of gender, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, ethnicity, religion (or lack thereof), class, or technology choices. We do not tolerate harassment in any form. Unsolicited sexual language and imagery are not appropriate. Anyone violating these rules will be expelled from this event and all future events at the discretion of the organizers. Please report all harassment to Charis staff immediately or email info@chariscircle.org.
Charis welcomes Kylie Smith in conversation with Vanessa Jackson & Jennifer Grant for a discussion of Jim Crow in the Asylum: Psychiatry and Civil Rights in the American South, which mixes exhaustive archival research, interviews, and policy analysis to offer a comprehensive look at how racism affected Black Southerners with mental illness during the Jim Crow era.
There is a complicated history of racism and psychiatric healthcare in the Deep South states of Georgia, Alabama, and Mississippi. The asylums of the Jim Crow era employed African American men and women; served as places of treatment and care for African Americans with psychiatric illnesses; and, inevitably, were places of social control. Black people who lived and worked in these facilities needed to negotiate complex relationships of racism with their own notions of community, mental health, and healing.
Kylie M. Smith mixes exhaustive archival research, interviews, and policy analysis to offer a comprehensive look at how racism affected Black Southerners with mental illness during the Jim Crow era. Complicated legal, political, and medical changes in the late twentieth century turned mental health services into a battlefield between political ideology and psychiatric treatment approaches, with the fallout having long-term consequences for patient outcomes. Smith argues that patterns of racially motivated abuse and neglect of mentally ill African Americans took shape during this era and continue to the present day. As the mentally ill become increasingly incarcerated, Jim Crow in the Asylum reminds readers that, for many Black Southerners, having a mental illness was--and still is--tantamount to committing a crime.
About the Author
Dr. Kylie Smith is Associate Professor in the Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing and Associate Faculty in the Emory College Department of History at Emory University in Atlanta. Professor Smith received her PhD from the University of Wollongong, in New South Wales, Australia, and came to Emory in 2015 as the inaugural Andrew W. Mellon Faculty Fellow in Nursing and Humanities. Her first book, Talking Therapy: Knowledge and Power in American Psychiatric Nursing, won the Lavinia L. Dock Award from the American Association for the History of Nursing and the American Journal of Nursing’s Book of the Year Award in the area of History and Public Policy.
In 2022, Dr. Smith became the Founding Director of the new Center for Healthcare History and Policy, which supports collaboration, knowledge-sharing and community-building across Emory University and Emory Healthcare. The goal of the Center is to build pathways and opportunities for students and faculty to incorporate historical insights into health care work that advances justice and equity.
Her new book, Jim Crow in the Asylum: Psychiatry and Civil Rights in the American South will be published by the University of North Carolina Press this fall.
About the Conversation Partners
Vanessa Jackson is a social worker, Soul Doula and owner of Healing Circles, Inc., a healing practice based in Atlanta, GA. She also creates healing aromatherapy sprays through Dudley’s Apothecary.
Vanessa is the author of In Our Own Voice: African-American Stories of Oppression, Survival and Recovery in Mental Health Systems and Separate and Unequal: The Legacy of Racially Segregated Psychiatric Hospitals, monographs on the history of African-American psychiatric experiences and Robbing Peter to Pay Paul: Feminist Reflections on Therapy with Low-wage Earning Women in Psychotherapy with Women: Exploring Diverse Contexts and Identities (Marsha P. Mirkin, et al ,Eds.). She is co-editor of Understanding Power: A Human Services Imperative with Elaine Pinderhughes, MSW and Patricia Romney, Ph.D. Vanessa is a nationally recognized speaker on mental health issues, with a focus on culturally conscious therapy and therapy with marginalized populations. She has developed a concept, “fiscal trauma”, which served as the foundation for an economic empowerment recovery program for survivors of domestic violence. Ms. Jackson’s passion is supporting activists in creating healthy and balanced lives. She offers an Activists Assistance Program to provide politically conscious and clinically sound coaching and healing workshops to Atlanta-area feminist non-profit organizations. She serves as a Senior Facilitator for Black Emotional And Mental Health Collective (BEAM). Vanessa is a member of the Radical Optimist Collective which facilitates racial healing conversation
Dr. Jennifer Grant is Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health at Emory University School of Medicine and Associated Medical Director of Psychiatric Emergency Services at Grady Memorial Hospital. Dr Grant received her MD and PhD from Emory University School of Medicine and remained at the institution for combined postdoctoral training in General Psychiatry and Health Services Research.
Using her expertise in community psychiatry and severe and persistent mental illness, Dr Grant serves as the co-director of the Community, Culture, and Global Curriculum for Psychiatry residents. She is actively involved in pedagogy, educational support, and training related to structural competency in medical education, specifically focusing on how historical systems of inequality and stigma intersect in the lives of marginalized people living with mental illness. She is regularly involved in classroom and clinical teaching, curriculum development and national teaching workshops for psychiatrists. As associate medical director of Grady Psychiatric Emergency Services - the only 24-hour Psychiatric Emergency Service (PES) in the metropolitan region, she actively engages in quality improvement
projects and root cause analyses, with a particular focus on process improvement in PES, inpatient psychiatry, and the Emergency Department.
In her free time, she enjoys knitting, reading, and spending time with family.
The Fox Center is Emory University's hub for the humanities. We convene researchers across a wide range of disciplines, methods, and modes of creative practice to advance our understanding of critical topics in culture and society. We are dedicated to rigorous inquiry and an engaged intellectual community which reaches beyond the walls of the Center. Our programs include residential research fellowships, public lectures and seminars, and seed funding for interdisciplinary research collectives. To learn more, visit fchi.emory.edu.
The event is free and open to all people, but we encourage and appreciate a donation of $5-20 in support of the work of Charis Circle, our programming non-profit. Donate on Crowdcast or via our website: www.chariscircle.org/donate or in person at the event.
Charis Books is a fully wheelchair accessible space with on site van accessible parking, two ramps, and additional overflow accessible parking nearby. Additional accessibility information can be found on the Accessibility page of our website.
In-person event guidelines:
- All attendees must wear a face mask during the event.
- We will begin seating people at 7:00 PM ET.
- This event will be live-streamed via Crowdcast. Click here to register to attend virtually.
- As a reminder: If you are not feeling well, please do not come to the event.
If you have any questions regarding these guidelines or to request specific accessibility accommodations, please contact info@charisbooksandmore.com or call the store at 404-524-0304.
Please contact us at info@chariscircle.org or 404-524-0304 if you would like ASL interpretation at this event. If you would like to watch the event with live AI captions, you may do so by watching it in Google Chrome and enabling captions: Instructions here. If you have other accessibility needs or if you are someone who has skills in making digital events more accessible please don't hesitate to reach out to info@chariscircle.org.
By attending our event, whether in person or virtually, you agree to our Code of Conduct: Our event seeks to provide a harassment-free experience for everyone, regardless of gender, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, ethnicity, religion (or lack thereof), class, or technology choices. We do not tolerate harassment in any form. Unsolicited sexual language and imagery are not appropriate. Anyone violating these rules will be expelled from this event and all future events at the discretion of the organizers. Please report all harassment to Charis staff immediately or email info@chariscircle.org.
Description
This event takes place in person at Charis and on Crowdcast, Charis' virtual event platform. This event is free, but registration is required for virtual attendance. Click here to register to attend virtually. Please read the in-person event guidelines at the bottom of this page to be sure you can participate in the event.
Charis welcomes Kylie Smith in conversation with Vanessa Jackson & Jennifer Grant for a discussion of Jim Crow in the Asylum: Psychiatry and Civil Rights in the American South, which mixes exhaustive archival research, interviews, and policy analysis to offer a comprehensive look at how racism affected Black Southerners with mental illness during the Jim Crow era.
There is a complicated history of racism and psychiatric healthcare in the Deep South states of Georgia, Alabama, and Mississippi. The asylums of the Jim Crow era employed African American men and women; served as places of treatment and care for African Americans with psychiatric illnesses; and, inevitably, were places of social control. Black people who lived and worked in these facilities needed to negotiate complex relationships of racism with their own notions of community, mental health, and healing.
Kylie M. Smith mixes exhaustive archival research, interviews, and policy analysis to offer a comprehensive look at how racism affected Black Southerners with mental illness during the Jim Crow era. Complicated legal, political, and medical changes in the late twentieth century turned mental health services into a battlefield between political ideology and psychiatric treatment approaches, with the fallout having long-term consequences for patient outcomes. Smith argues that patterns of racially motivated abuse and neglect of mentally ill African Americans took shape during this era and continue to the present day. As the mentally ill become increasingly incarcerated, Jim Crow in the Asylum reminds readers that, for many Black Southerners, having a mental illness was--and still is--tantamount to committing a crime.
About the Author
Dr. Kylie Smith is Associate Professor in the Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing and Associate Faculty in the Emory College Department of History at Emory University in Atlanta. Professor Smith received her PhD from the University of Wollongong, in New South Wales, Australia, and came to Emory in 2015 as the inaugural Andrew W. Mellon Faculty Fellow in Nursing and Humanities. Her first book, Talking Therapy: Knowledge and Power in American Psychiatric Nursing, won the Lavinia L. Dock Award from the American Association for the History of Nursing and the American Journal of Nursing’s Book of the Year Award in the area of History and Public Policy.
In 2022, Dr. Smith became the Founding Director of the new Center for Healthcare History and Policy, which supports collaboration, knowledge-sharing and community-building across Emory University and Emory Healthcare. The goal of the Center is to build pathways and opportunities for students and faculty to incorporate historical insights into health care work that advances justice and equity.
Her new book, Jim Crow in the Asylum: Psychiatry and Civil Rights in the American South will be published by the University of North Carolina Press this fall.
About the Conversation Partners
Vanessa Jackson is a social worker, Soul Doula and owner of Healing Circles, Inc., a healing practice based in Atlanta, GA. She also creates healing aromatherapy sprays through Dudley’s Apothecary.
Vanessa is the author of In Our Own Voice: African-American Stories of Oppression, Survival and Recovery in Mental Health Systems and Separate and Unequal: The Legacy of Racially Segregated Psychiatric Hospitals, monographs on the history of African-American psychiatric experiences and Robbing Peter to Pay Paul: Feminist Reflections on Therapy with Low-wage Earning Women in Psychotherapy with Women: Exploring Diverse Contexts and Identities (Marsha P. Mirkin, et al ,Eds.). She is co-editor of Understanding Power: A Human Services Imperative with Elaine Pinderhughes, MSW and Patricia Romney, Ph.D. Vanessa is a nationally recognized speaker on mental health issues, with a focus on culturally conscious therapy and therapy with marginalized populations. She has developed a concept, “fiscal trauma”, which served as the foundation for an economic empowerment recovery program for survivors of domestic violence. Ms. Jackson’s passion is supporting activists in creating healthy and balanced lives. She offers an Activists Assistance Program to provide politically conscious and clinically sound coaching and healing workshops to Atlanta-area feminist non-profit organizations. She serves as a Senior Facilitator for Black Emotional And Mental Health Collective (BEAM). Vanessa is a member of the Radical Optimist Collective which facilitates racial healing conversation
Dr. Jennifer Grant is Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health at Emory University School of Medicine and Associated Medical Director of Psychiatric Emergency Services at Grady Memorial Hospital. Dr Grant received her MD and PhD from Emory University School of Medicine and remained at the institution for combined postdoctoral training in General Psychiatry and Health Services Research.
Using her expertise in community psychiatry and severe and persistent mental illness, Dr Grant serves as the co-director of the Community, Culture, and Global Curriculum for Psychiatry residents. She is actively involved in pedagogy, educational support, and training related to structural competency in medical education, specifically focusing on how historical systems of inequality and stigma intersect in the lives of marginalized people living with mental illness. She is regularly involved in classroom and clinical teaching, curriculum development and national teaching workshops for psychiatrists. As associate medical director of Grady Psychiatric Emergency Services - the only 24-hour Psychiatric Emergency Service (PES) in the metropolitan region, she actively engages in quality improvement
projects and root cause analyses, with a particular focus on process improvement in PES, inpatient psychiatry, and the Emergency Department.
In her free time, she enjoys knitting, reading, and spending time with family.
The Fox Center is Emory University's hub for the humanities. We convene researchers across a wide range of disciplines, methods, and modes of creative practice to advance our understanding of critical topics in culture and society. We are dedicated to rigorous inquiry and an engaged intellectual community which reaches beyond the walls of the Center. Our programs include residential research fellowships, public lectures and seminars, and seed funding for interdisciplinary research collectives. To learn more, visit fchi.emory.edu.
The event is free and open to all people, but we encourage and appreciate a donation of $5-20 in support of the work of Charis Circle, our programming non-profit. Donate on Crowdcast or via our website: www.chariscircle.org/donate or in person at the event.
Charis Books is a fully wheelchair accessible space with on site van accessible parking, two ramps, and additional overflow accessible parking nearby. Additional accessibility information can be found on the Accessibility page of our website.
In-person event guidelines:
- All attendees must wear a face mask during the event.
- We will begin seating people at 7:00 PM ET.
- This event will be live-streamed via Crowdcast. Click here to register to attend virtually.
- As a reminder: If you are not feeling well, please do not come to the event.
If you have any questions regarding these guidelines or to request specific accessibility accommodations, please contact info@charisbooksandmore.com or call the store at 404-524-0304.
Please contact us at info@chariscircle.org or 404-524-0304 if you would like ASL interpretation at this event. If you would like to watch the event with live AI captions, you may do so by watching it in Google Chrome and enabling captions: Instructions here. If you have other accessibility needs or if you are someone who has skills in making digital events more accessible please don't hesitate to reach out to info@chariscircle.org.
By attending our event, whether in person or virtually, you agree to our Code of Conduct: Our event seeks to provide a harassment-free experience for everyone, regardless of gender, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, ethnicity, religion (or lack thereof), class, or technology choices. We do not tolerate harassment in any form. Unsolicited sexual language and imagery are not appropriate. Anyone violating these rules will be expelled from this event and all future events at the discretion of the organizers. Please report all harassment to Charis staff immediately or email info@chariscircle.org.
Charis welcomes Kylie Smith in conversation with Vanessa Jackson & Jennifer Grant for a discussion of Jim Crow in the Asylum: Psychiatry and Civil Rights in the American South, which mixes exhaustive archival research, interviews, and policy analysis to offer a comprehensive look at how racism affected Black Southerners with mental illness during the Jim Crow era.
There is a complicated history of racism and psychiatric healthcare in the Deep South states of Georgia, Alabama, and Mississippi. The asylums of the Jim Crow era employed African American men and women; served as places of treatment and care for African Americans with psychiatric illnesses; and, inevitably, were places of social control. Black people who lived and worked in these facilities needed to negotiate complex relationships of racism with their own notions of community, mental health, and healing.
Kylie M. Smith mixes exhaustive archival research, interviews, and policy analysis to offer a comprehensive look at how racism affected Black Southerners with mental illness during the Jim Crow era. Complicated legal, political, and medical changes in the late twentieth century turned mental health services into a battlefield between political ideology and psychiatric treatment approaches, with the fallout having long-term consequences for patient outcomes. Smith argues that patterns of racially motivated abuse and neglect of mentally ill African Americans took shape during this era and continue to the present day. As the mentally ill become increasingly incarcerated, Jim Crow in the Asylum reminds readers that, for many Black Southerners, having a mental illness was--and still is--tantamount to committing a crime.
About the Author
Dr. Kylie Smith is Associate Professor in the Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing and Associate Faculty in the Emory College Department of History at Emory University in Atlanta. Professor Smith received her PhD from the University of Wollongong, in New South Wales, Australia, and came to Emory in 2015 as the inaugural Andrew W. Mellon Faculty Fellow in Nursing and Humanities. Her first book, Talking Therapy: Knowledge and Power in American Psychiatric Nursing, won the Lavinia L. Dock Award from the American Association for the History of Nursing and the American Journal of Nursing’s Book of the Year Award in the area of History and Public Policy.
In 2022, Dr. Smith became the Founding Director of the new Center for Healthcare History and Policy, which supports collaboration, knowledge-sharing and community-building across Emory University and Emory Healthcare. The goal of the Center is to build pathways and opportunities for students and faculty to incorporate historical insights into health care work that advances justice and equity.
Her new book, Jim Crow in the Asylum: Psychiatry and Civil Rights in the American South will be published by the University of North Carolina Press this fall.
About the Conversation Partners
Vanessa Jackson is a social worker, Soul Doula and owner of Healing Circles, Inc., a healing practice based in Atlanta, GA. She also creates healing aromatherapy sprays through Dudley’s Apothecary.
Vanessa is the author of In Our Own Voice: African-American Stories of Oppression, Survival and Recovery in Mental Health Systems and Separate and Unequal: The Legacy of Racially Segregated Psychiatric Hospitals, monographs on the history of African-American psychiatric experiences and Robbing Peter to Pay Paul: Feminist Reflections on Therapy with Low-wage Earning Women in Psychotherapy with Women: Exploring Diverse Contexts and Identities (Marsha P. Mirkin, et al ,Eds.). She is co-editor of Understanding Power: A Human Services Imperative with Elaine Pinderhughes, MSW and Patricia Romney, Ph.D. Vanessa is a nationally recognized speaker on mental health issues, with a focus on culturally conscious therapy and therapy with marginalized populations. She has developed a concept, “fiscal trauma”, which served as the foundation for an economic empowerment recovery program for survivors of domestic violence. Ms. Jackson’s passion is supporting activists in creating healthy and balanced lives. She offers an Activists Assistance Program to provide politically conscious and clinically sound coaching and healing workshops to Atlanta-area feminist non-profit organizations. She serves as a Senior Facilitator for Black Emotional And Mental Health Collective (BEAM). Vanessa is a member of the Radical Optimist Collective which facilitates racial healing conversation
Dr. Jennifer Grant is Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health at Emory University School of Medicine and Associated Medical Director of Psychiatric Emergency Services at Grady Memorial Hospital. Dr Grant received her MD and PhD from Emory University School of Medicine and remained at the institution for combined postdoctoral training in General Psychiatry and Health Services Research.
Using her expertise in community psychiatry and severe and persistent mental illness, Dr Grant serves as the co-director of the Community, Culture, and Global Curriculum for Psychiatry residents. She is actively involved in pedagogy, educational support, and training related to structural competency in medical education, specifically focusing on how historical systems of inequality and stigma intersect in the lives of marginalized people living with mental illness. She is regularly involved in classroom and clinical teaching, curriculum development and national teaching workshops for psychiatrists. As associate medical director of Grady Psychiatric Emergency Services - the only 24-hour Psychiatric Emergency Service (PES) in the metropolitan region, she actively engages in quality improvement
projects and root cause analyses, with a particular focus on process improvement in PES, inpatient psychiatry, and the Emergency Department.
In her free time, she enjoys knitting, reading, and spending time with family.
The Fox Center is Emory University's hub for the humanities. We convene researchers across a wide range of disciplines, methods, and modes of creative practice to advance our understanding of critical topics in culture and society. We are dedicated to rigorous inquiry and an engaged intellectual community which reaches beyond the walls of the Center. Our programs include residential research fellowships, public lectures and seminars, and seed funding for interdisciplinary research collectives. To learn more, visit fchi.emory.edu.
The event is free and open to all people, but we encourage and appreciate a donation of $5-20 in support of the work of Charis Circle, our programming non-profit. Donate on Crowdcast or via our website: www.chariscircle.org/donate or in person at the event.
Charis Books is a fully wheelchair accessible space with on site van accessible parking, two ramps, and additional overflow accessible parking nearby. Additional accessibility information can be found on the Accessibility page of our website.
In-person event guidelines:
- All attendees must wear a face mask during the event.
- We will begin seating people at 7:00 PM ET.
- This event will be live-streamed via Crowdcast. Click here to register to attend virtually.
- As a reminder: If you are not feeling well, please do not come to the event.
If you have any questions regarding these guidelines or to request specific accessibility accommodations, please contact info@charisbooksandmore.com or call the store at 404-524-0304.
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30
FRI
Women Empower Women Excel Brunch
January 30, 2026
10:00 AM
755 Hank Aaron Dr SE, Atlanta, GA 30315, USA
Description
The Georgia State women's basketball team will host the 2026 Women Empower, Women Excel Luncheon on Friday, Jan. 30, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the University Club at Center Parc Credit Union Stadium.
The Women Empower, Women Excel program fosters leadership, connection and personal development by introducing Georgia State student-athletes to successful women across business, education, entertainment, wellness and community leadership. Through networking events, mentorship, and leadership experiences, the program helps student-athletes build meaningful relationships, gain real-world insight and strengthen skills that prepare them for life beyond the court.
This year's luncheon features a speaker panel, networking brunch and conversations designed to inspire young women to dream big, work hard and challenge others to do the same.
Established in 2022 by Georgia State women's basketball head coach Gene Hill, Women Excel continues Hill's vision to empower his student-athletes both on and off the court by helping them grow as leaders and professionals in their communities.
This year's Women Empower, Women Excel luncheon will feature three engaging panel discussions:
Breaking Barriers: Women Leading in Male-Dominated Fields
Building Wealth from the Ground Up: Personal Finance Strategies in Your Early 20s
Beyond the Business: The Power of Networking and Community for Career Growth
The 2026 honoree and speaker class includes:
Dr. Egypt Sherrod
Television Host, Real Estate Mogul, and Philanthropist
An Emmy Award–nominated TV host and real estate expert, Egypt Sherrod is best known as the host and executive producer of HGTV's Married to Real Estate. She is the Founder & CEO of the Indigo Road family of companies, spanning real estate, design, and home furnishings. A passionate advocate for women entrepreneurs, she co-founded 1000 Women Owned, a nonprofit dedicated to uplifting women-owned businesses globally. Sherrod's work has earned national recognition, including honors from Inman News, Atlanta Magazine, and the City of Atlanta, which proclaimed August 23 as "Egypt Sherrod Appreciation Day."
René Chatfield
Chief Strategist, Chat Champs Consulting
René Chatfield is the Chief Strategist of Chat Champs Consulting, where she connects athletes, artists, and creatives with leading brands through strategic partnerships and brand storytelling. Her impressive career includes leadership roles with Nike Basketball, Turner Sports, the WNBA's Atlanta Dream and Pronghorn, a private equity firm investing in diverse-owned spirits brands. A former Division I and professional basketball player, Chatfield brings her athlete mindset and business acumen to mentoring and empowering future leaders.
Timber Hines
Assistant Vice President for Wellness, Georgia State University
Timber Hines oversees student wellness across Georgia State's six campuses, leading initiatives in health promotion, recreation and student support. A two-time Georgia State graduate, she has more than 25 years of experience building transformative wellness programs in higher education. Her leadership has advanced Panther well-being while reinforcing her lifelong commitment to student success and community growth.
Pamela J. Smith
President & CEO, Smith Real Estate Services, Inc.
Pamela J. Smith is the founder and CEO of Smith Real Estate Services, Inc., a leading Atlanta-based firm specializing in commercial real estate, construction management and right-of-way land acquisition. With over four decades of experience, she has managed landmark projects including developments for Atlanta Public Schools, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and Invest Atlanta. A pioneering entrepreneur and community leader, Smith has received numerous honors, including induction into the Atlanta Business League's Business Hall of Fame and recognition as one of Atlanta Magazine's 500 Most Powerful Leaders.
Mathilda Lambert
Vice President of Community and Business Development, JPMorgan Chase
Mathilda Lambert is a financial leader dedicated to advancing economic equity and financial education in underserved communities. Based in Atlanta, she oversees community outreach and small business development initiatives that close the racial wealth gap. A driving force behind Chase's groundbreaking Summerhill Community Center branch, Lambert's work blends mentorship, financial access, and empowerment, earning her a place among the Atlanta Business Chronicle's 40 Under 40 honorees.
In addition to the luncheon, the 2026 Women Excel honorees will be recognized during the Georgia State women's basketball game on Saturday, January 31, at 2:00 p.m. when the Panthers host Texas State at the GSU Convocation Center.
Tickets and sponsorships are now available for purchase here.
For more information, please contact Bethany Fortson (bfortson2@gsu.edu).
The Women Empower, Women Excel program fosters leadership, connection and personal development by introducing Georgia State student-athletes to successful women across business, education, entertainment, wellness and community leadership. Through networking events, mentorship, and leadership experiences, the program helps student-athletes build meaningful relationships, gain real-world insight and strengthen skills that prepare them for life beyond the court.
This year's luncheon features a speaker panel, networking brunch and conversations designed to inspire young women to dream big, work hard and challenge others to do the same.
Established in 2022 by Georgia State women's basketball head coach Gene Hill, Women Excel continues Hill's vision to empower his student-athletes both on and off the court by helping them grow as leaders and professionals in their communities.
This year's Women Empower, Women Excel luncheon will feature three engaging panel discussions:
Breaking Barriers: Women Leading in Male-Dominated Fields
Building Wealth from the Ground Up: Personal Finance Strategies in Your Early 20s
Beyond the Business: The Power of Networking and Community for Career Growth
The 2026 honoree and speaker class includes:
Dr. Egypt Sherrod
Television Host, Real Estate Mogul, and Philanthropist
An Emmy Award–nominated TV host and real estate expert, Egypt Sherrod is best known as the host and executive producer of HGTV's Married to Real Estate. She is the Founder & CEO of the Indigo Road family of companies, spanning real estate, design, and home furnishings. A passionate advocate for women entrepreneurs, she co-founded 1000 Women Owned, a nonprofit dedicated to uplifting women-owned businesses globally. Sherrod's work has earned national recognition, including honors from Inman News, Atlanta Magazine, and the City of Atlanta, which proclaimed August 23 as "Egypt Sherrod Appreciation Day."
René Chatfield
Chief Strategist, Chat Champs Consulting
René Chatfield is the Chief Strategist of Chat Champs Consulting, where she connects athletes, artists, and creatives with leading brands through strategic partnerships and brand storytelling. Her impressive career includes leadership roles with Nike Basketball, Turner Sports, the WNBA's Atlanta Dream and Pronghorn, a private equity firm investing in diverse-owned spirits brands. A former Division I and professional basketball player, Chatfield brings her athlete mindset and business acumen to mentoring and empowering future leaders.
Timber Hines
Assistant Vice President for Wellness, Georgia State University
Timber Hines oversees student wellness across Georgia State's six campuses, leading initiatives in health promotion, recreation and student support. A two-time Georgia State graduate, she has more than 25 years of experience building transformative wellness programs in higher education. Her leadership has advanced Panther well-being while reinforcing her lifelong commitment to student success and community growth.
Pamela J. Smith
President & CEO, Smith Real Estate Services, Inc.
Pamela J. Smith is the founder and CEO of Smith Real Estate Services, Inc., a leading Atlanta-based firm specializing in commercial real estate, construction management and right-of-way land acquisition. With over four decades of experience, she has managed landmark projects including developments for Atlanta Public Schools, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and Invest Atlanta. A pioneering entrepreneur and community leader, Smith has received numerous honors, including induction into the Atlanta Business League's Business Hall of Fame and recognition as one of Atlanta Magazine's 500 Most Powerful Leaders.
Mathilda Lambert
Vice President of Community and Business Development, JPMorgan Chase
Mathilda Lambert is a financial leader dedicated to advancing economic equity and financial education in underserved communities. Based in Atlanta, she oversees community outreach and small business development initiatives that close the racial wealth gap. A driving force behind Chase's groundbreaking Summerhill Community Center branch, Lambert's work blends mentorship, financial access, and empowerment, earning her a place among the Atlanta Business Chronicle's 40 Under 40 honorees.
In addition to the luncheon, the 2026 Women Excel honorees will be recognized during the Georgia State women's basketball game on Saturday, January 31, at 2:00 p.m. when the Panthers host Texas State at the GSU Convocation Center.
Tickets and sponsorships are now available for purchase here.
For more information, please contact Bethany Fortson (bfortson2@gsu.edu).
Description
The Georgia State women's basketball team will host the 2026 Women Empower, Women Excel Luncheon on Friday, Jan. 30, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the University Club at Center Parc Credit Union Stadium.
The Women Empower, Women Excel program fosters leadership, connection and personal development by introducing Georgia State student-athletes to successful women across business, education, entertainment, wellness and community leadership. Through networking events, mentorship, and leadership experiences, the program helps student-athletes build meaningful relationships, gain real-world insight and strengthen skills that prepare them for life beyond the court.
This year's luncheon features a speaker panel, networking brunch and conversations designed to inspire young women to dream big, work hard and challenge others to do the same.
Established in 2022 by Georgia State women's basketball head coach Gene Hill, Women Excel continues Hill's vision to empower his student-athletes both on and off the court by helping them grow as leaders and professionals in their communities.
This year's Women Empower, Women Excel luncheon will feature three engaging panel discussions:
Breaking Barriers: Women Leading in Male-Dominated Fields
Building Wealth from the Ground Up: Personal Finance Strategies in Your Early 20s
Beyond the Business: The Power of Networking and Community for Career Growth
The 2026 honoree and speaker class includes:
Dr. Egypt Sherrod
Television Host, Real Estate Mogul, and Philanthropist
An Emmy Award–nominated TV host and real estate expert, Egypt Sherrod is best known as the host and executive producer of HGTV's Married to Real Estate. She is the Founder & CEO of the Indigo Road family of companies, spanning real estate, design, and home furnishings. A passionate advocate for women entrepreneurs, she co-founded 1000 Women Owned, a nonprofit dedicated to uplifting women-owned businesses globally. Sherrod's work has earned national recognition, including honors from Inman News, Atlanta Magazine, and the City of Atlanta, which proclaimed August 23 as "Egypt Sherrod Appreciation Day."
René Chatfield
Chief Strategist, Chat Champs Consulting
René Chatfield is the Chief Strategist of Chat Champs Consulting, where she connects athletes, artists, and creatives with leading brands through strategic partnerships and brand storytelling. Her impressive career includes leadership roles with Nike Basketball, Turner Sports, the WNBA's Atlanta Dream and Pronghorn, a private equity firm investing in diverse-owned spirits brands. A former Division I and professional basketball player, Chatfield brings her athlete mindset and business acumen to mentoring and empowering future leaders.
Timber Hines
Assistant Vice President for Wellness, Georgia State University
Timber Hines oversees student wellness across Georgia State's six campuses, leading initiatives in health promotion, recreation and student support. A two-time Georgia State graduate, she has more than 25 years of experience building transformative wellness programs in higher education. Her leadership has advanced Panther well-being while reinforcing her lifelong commitment to student success and community growth.
Pamela J. Smith
President & CEO, Smith Real Estate Services, Inc.
Pamela J. Smith is the founder and CEO of Smith Real Estate Services, Inc., a leading Atlanta-based firm specializing in commercial real estate, construction management and right-of-way land acquisition. With over four decades of experience, she has managed landmark projects including developments for Atlanta Public Schools, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and Invest Atlanta. A pioneering entrepreneur and community leader, Smith has received numerous honors, including induction into the Atlanta Business League's Business Hall of Fame and recognition as one of Atlanta Magazine's 500 Most Powerful Leaders.
Mathilda Lambert
Vice President of Community and Business Development, JPMorgan Chase
Mathilda Lambert is a financial leader dedicated to advancing economic equity and financial education in underserved communities. Based in Atlanta, she oversees community outreach and small business development initiatives that close the racial wealth gap. A driving force behind Chase's groundbreaking Summerhill Community Center branch, Lambert's work blends mentorship, financial access, and empowerment, earning her a place among the Atlanta Business Chronicle's 40 Under 40 honorees.
In addition to the luncheon, the 2026 Women Excel honorees will be recognized during the Georgia State women's basketball game on Saturday, January 31, at 2:00 p.m. when the Panthers host Texas State at the GSU Convocation Center.
Tickets and sponsorships are now available for purchase here.
For more information, please contact Bethany Fortson (bfortson2@gsu.edu).
The Women Empower, Women Excel program fosters leadership, connection and personal development by introducing Georgia State student-athletes to successful women across business, education, entertainment, wellness and community leadership. Through networking events, mentorship, and leadership experiences, the program helps student-athletes build meaningful relationships, gain real-world insight and strengthen skills that prepare them for life beyond the court.
This year's luncheon features a speaker panel, networking brunch and conversations designed to inspire young women to dream big, work hard and challenge others to do the same.
Established in 2022 by Georgia State women's basketball head coach Gene Hill, Women Excel continues Hill's vision to empower his student-athletes both on and off the court by helping them grow as leaders and professionals in their communities.
This year's Women Empower, Women Excel luncheon will feature three engaging panel discussions:
Breaking Barriers: Women Leading in Male-Dominated Fields
Building Wealth from the Ground Up: Personal Finance Strategies in Your Early 20s
Beyond the Business: The Power of Networking and Community for Career Growth
The 2026 honoree and speaker class includes:
Dr. Egypt Sherrod
Television Host, Real Estate Mogul, and Philanthropist
An Emmy Award–nominated TV host and real estate expert, Egypt Sherrod is best known as the host and executive producer of HGTV's Married to Real Estate. She is the Founder & CEO of the Indigo Road family of companies, spanning real estate, design, and home furnishings. A passionate advocate for women entrepreneurs, she co-founded 1000 Women Owned, a nonprofit dedicated to uplifting women-owned businesses globally. Sherrod's work has earned national recognition, including honors from Inman News, Atlanta Magazine, and the City of Atlanta, which proclaimed August 23 as "Egypt Sherrod Appreciation Day."
René Chatfield
Chief Strategist, Chat Champs Consulting
René Chatfield is the Chief Strategist of Chat Champs Consulting, where she connects athletes, artists, and creatives with leading brands through strategic partnerships and brand storytelling. Her impressive career includes leadership roles with Nike Basketball, Turner Sports, the WNBA's Atlanta Dream and Pronghorn, a private equity firm investing in diverse-owned spirits brands. A former Division I and professional basketball player, Chatfield brings her athlete mindset and business acumen to mentoring and empowering future leaders.
Timber Hines
Assistant Vice President for Wellness, Georgia State University
Timber Hines oversees student wellness across Georgia State's six campuses, leading initiatives in health promotion, recreation and student support. A two-time Georgia State graduate, she has more than 25 years of experience building transformative wellness programs in higher education. Her leadership has advanced Panther well-being while reinforcing her lifelong commitment to student success and community growth.
Pamela J. Smith
President & CEO, Smith Real Estate Services, Inc.
Pamela J. Smith is the founder and CEO of Smith Real Estate Services, Inc., a leading Atlanta-based firm specializing in commercial real estate, construction management and right-of-way land acquisition. With over four decades of experience, she has managed landmark projects including developments for Atlanta Public Schools, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and Invest Atlanta. A pioneering entrepreneur and community leader, Smith has received numerous honors, including induction into the Atlanta Business League's Business Hall of Fame and recognition as one of Atlanta Magazine's 500 Most Powerful Leaders.
Mathilda Lambert
Vice President of Community and Business Development, JPMorgan Chase
Mathilda Lambert is a financial leader dedicated to advancing economic equity and financial education in underserved communities. Based in Atlanta, she oversees community outreach and small business development initiatives that close the racial wealth gap. A driving force behind Chase's groundbreaking Summerhill Community Center branch, Lambert's work blends mentorship, financial access, and empowerment, earning her a place among the Atlanta Business Chronicle's 40 Under 40 honorees.
In addition to the luncheon, the 2026 Women Excel honorees will be recognized during the Georgia State women's basketball game on Saturday, January 31, at 2:00 p.m. when the Panthers host Texas State at the GSU Convocation Center.
Tickets and sponsorships are now available for purchase here.
For more information, please contact Bethany Fortson (bfortson2@gsu.edu).
2026 February
21
SAT
“When a Woman’s Fed Up” Brings a Powerful Story of Strength and Self-Discovery to the Fox Theatre on Feb. 21
February 21, 2026
07:30 PM
660 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA 30308, USA
Description
Tickets are on sale now at FoxTheatre.org. Written by the late David T. Payton (“A Good Man is Hard to Find”) and his life partner Annette Campbell, “When a Woman’s Fed Up” is a compelling stage play that explores the intricate web of modern relationships, focusing on the challenges women face and the empowering journey of self-discovery that begins when they reach the point of no return. Delivering a message of empowerment and liberation, the production encourages audiences to break free from societal expectations, embrace independence and prioritize personal happiness.
“We are excited to bring When a Woman’s Fed Up to the stage,” says Annette Campbell, the show’s producer and director. “This play delves into the raw and unfiltered aspects of relationships, presenting a story that is both relatable and poignant. We believe audiences will connect deeply with the characters and the universal themes explored in this production.”
The production features an all-star ensemble cast including Tony and Grammy Award-winning vocalist Jennifer Holliday, Patrice Lovely (“Boo! A Madea Halloween,” “Love Thy Neighbor” and “The Haves and the Have Nots”), Terrell Phillips (from R&B group Blackstreet), Karon Joseph Riley (“Saints & Sinners” and “The Black Hamptons”), Michael Jerel (“The Voice”) and R&B legend Lenny Williams.
Together, this dynamic ensemble brings to life a story filled with laughter, tears, and moments of reflection that speak to the resilience and strength of the human spirit. The combination of its enthralling script and captivating performances promises an unforgettable theatrical experience for all who attend. “When a Woman’s Fed Up” is an inspirational, thought-provoking, and soul-stirring journey that will leave audiences both moved and uplifted.
Tickets are on sale now at FoxTheatre.org. For more information, visit www.WhenAWomansFedUp.com.
“We are excited to bring When a Woman’s Fed Up to the stage,” says Annette Campbell, the show’s producer and director. “This play delves into the raw and unfiltered aspects of relationships, presenting a story that is both relatable and poignant. We believe audiences will connect deeply with the characters and the universal themes explored in this production.”
The production features an all-star ensemble cast including Tony and Grammy Award-winning vocalist Jennifer Holliday, Patrice Lovely (“Boo! A Madea Halloween,” “Love Thy Neighbor” and “The Haves and the Have Nots”), Terrell Phillips (from R&B group Blackstreet), Karon Joseph Riley (“Saints & Sinners” and “The Black Hamptons”), Michael Jerel (“The Voice”) and R&B legend Lenny Williams.
Together, this dynamic ensemble brings to life a story filled with laughter, tears, and moments of reflection that speak to the resilience and strength of the human spirit. The combination of its enthralling script and captivating performances promises an unforgettable theatrical experience for all who attend. “When a Woman’s Fed Up” is an inspirational, thought-provoking, and soul-stirring journey that will leave audiences both moved and uplifted.
Tickets are on sale now at FoxTheatre.org. For more information, visit www.WhenAWomansFedUp.com.
Description
Tickets are on sale now at FoxTheatre.org. Written by the late David T. Payton (“A Good Man is Hard to Find”) and his life partner Annette Campbell, “When a Woman’s Fed Up” is a compelling stage play that explores the intricate web of modern relationships, focusing on the challenges women face and the empowering journey of self-discovery that begins when they reach the point of no return. Delivering a message of empowerment and liberation, the production encourages audiences to break free from societal expectations, embrace independence and prioritize personal happiness.
“We are excited to bring When a Woman’s Fed Up to the stage,” says Annette Campbell, the show’s producer and director. “This play delves into the raw and unfiltered aspects of relationships, presenting a story that is both relatable and poignant. We believe audiences will connect deeply with the characters and the universal themes explored in this production.”
The production features an all-star ensemble cast including Tony and Grammy Award-winning vocalist Jennifer Holliday, Patrice Lovely (“Boo! A Madea Halloween,” “Love Thy Neighbor” and “The Haves and the Have Nots”), Terrell Phillips (from R&B group Blackstreet), Karon Joseph Riley (“Saints & Sinners” and “The Black Hamptons”), Michael Jerel (“The Voice”) and R&B legend Lenny Williams.
Together, this dynamic ensemble brings to life a story filled with laughter, tears, and moments of reflection that speak to the resilience and strength of the human spirit. The combination of its enthralling script and captivating performances promises an unforgettable theatrical experience for all who attend. “When a Woman’s Fed Up” is an inspirational, thought-provoking, and soul-stirring journey that will leave audiences both moved and uplifted.
Tickets are on sale now at FoxTheatre.org. For more information, visit www.WhenAWomansFedUp.com.
“We are excited to bring When a Woman’s Fed Up to the stage,” says Annette Campbell, the show’s producer and director. “This play delves into the raw and unfiltered aspects of relationships, presenting a story that is both relatable and poignant. We believe audiences will connect deeply with the characters and the universal themes explored in this production.”
The production features an all-star ensemble cast including Tony and Grammy Award-winning vocalist Jennifer Holliday, Patrice Lovely (“Boo! A Madea Halloween,” “Love Thy Neighbor” and “The Haves and the Have Nots”), Terrell Phillips (from R&B group Blackstreet), Karon Joseph Riley (“Saints & Sinners” and “The Black Hamptons”), Michael Jerel (“The Voice”) and R&B legend Lenny Williams.
Together, this dynamic ensemble brings to life a story filled with laughter, tears, and moments of reflection that speak to the resilience and strength of the human spirit. The combination of its enthralling script and captivating performances promises an unforgettable theatrical experience for all who attend. “When a Woman’s Fed Up” is an inspirational, thought-provoking, and soul-stirring journey that will leave audiences both moved and uplifted.
Tickets are on sale now at FoxTheatre.org. For more information, visit www.WhenAWomansFedUp.com.
2026 March
6
FRI
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7
SAT
Connect HER 2 WIN “Women Empowering Generations” Conference 2026
March 6-7, 2026
All day
3005 Peachtree Rd, Atlanta, GA 30305, USA
Description
Women Empowering Generations is a transformational two-day experience designed to honor the past, empower the present, and prepare the future. Hosted by Women Into Networking (WIN), this is brought to you by Connect HER 2 WIN Annual Conference brings together women from all walks of life and across all generations to celebrate, collaborate, and build lasting legacies through community, leadership, and shared wisdom.
Rooted in the theme of Generational Women’s Empowerment, this event highlights the power of Wisdom, Wealth, and Wellness, the three pillars every woman needs to thrive and lead in her lane. From Baby Boomers to Gen Z, every generation brings something extraordinary to the table and this is the space where those strengths come alive.
• Honor the stories, sacrifices, and strengths of the women who paved the way.
• Gain tools, insights, and inspiration to lead, heal, and grow in every area of your life and business.
• Join dynamic sessions, creative labs, and multigenerational experiences that bridge the gap between where we’ve been and where we’re going.
Tap into creativity and collaboration through our:
• Legacy Photos Booths
• Generational Learning
• Time Capsule Letter Writing
• HERitage Tribute Walls and more
DAY 1“Honoring Her Roots” Legacy, Wisdom, Identity, Connection
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM | Registration & Connection
• Check-in + Conference Material pickup for all conference attendees
• Power of Us breakfast, tea, + coffee bar
• HERitage Tribute Wall
• Add your tribute to the women who paved your path
• Photo & Video Booths open to start creating generational content
9:00 AM – 9:30 AM | Opening Ceremony
• Welcome from WIN Founder (5:00)
• Introduction of WIN Community Mission (10:00)
• Conference Overview (15:00)
9:30 AM – 10:30 AM | Mainstage Keynote Panels #1-6
• “The Power of Us” Reflections on faith, family, and fearlessness (featuring Grandmothers, Mothers, & Millennials sharing personal legacies)
10:30 AM – 11:00 AM | Marketplace Walk & Mingling
• Browse the Legacy Marketplace
• Visit the Matriarch Memory Lane exhibit
• Guided Connection Cards activity
11:00 AM – 12:15 PM | Mainstage Panels #1-3
• Wisdom Across the Table (Intergenerational mentorship)
• Reclaiming Her Voice (Unpacking generational silencing of women)
• Tech Doesn’t Intimidate Me (Digital confidence for Gen X & Boomers)
12:15 PM – 1:30 PM | Legacy Lunch
• Heritage-inspired meals
• Table Talk Prompt Cards
• Cultural music & inspiration
1:30 – 2:30 PM | Mainstage Panels #4-6
• “Healing the Motherline” WIN Panel Speakers discuss generational trauma, motherhood, and identity.
• “Beyond the Blueprint” WIN Panel Speakers explore how women across generations have transformed adversity into strength.
• “Daughters of Resilience” WIN Panel Speakers explore how women across generations have transformed adversity into strength.
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM | Sister 2 Sister Session (audience participation)
1. What I Wish My Daughter/Mother Knew – Intimate dialogue circles.
2. Breaking Business Curses – Undoing toxic money & hustle cycles.
3. HERstory Isn’t Over – Life after 60: Redefining legacy and purpose.
3:30 PM – 4:30 PM | Power Networking Session + Matriarchs & Millennials Business Pitch Competition
• The “Power of Us” authentic networking mixer.
• Business Mix/Match by industry networking game.
• “In HER Purpose” card exchange activity.
4:30 PM – 6:00 PM | Reflect + Reset: Closing Ritual
• “Write to HER Future” Time Capsule writing + Healing Sound bath session.
• “HERitage & Hope” Dedication (Candelight Ceremony)
DAY 2 “Birthing Her Legacy” Wealth, Wellness, Future, Collaboration
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM | Day 2 Welcome & Morning Mindfulness
• Guided meditation
• Power of Us breakfast
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM | TedX Session I Speakers
10:00 AM - 10:15 AM | Intermission/Bathroom Break
10:15 AM – 11:15 AM | TedX Session II Speakers
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM | Collaboration Lab: Sisterhood as Strategy Circles
• Winning Together - Building trust across generations
• Healing & Heritage (Indigenous practices & family rituals)
12:15 PM – 1:30 PM | HERstory Awards Luncheon
• Welcome & Opening Remarks (5:00)
• Keynote Storytelling (25:00)
• Award Presentations (30:00) (Celebrate WIN leaders who are elders and legacy builders)
• Raffles & Sponsored Giveaways (15:00)
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM | WIN Across Generations Power Panel
• Topic: “Leading in Your Lane Without Losing Your Legacy” (featuring Legacy entrepreneurs, student founders, and cultural innovators) (1:00:00)
2:30 PM – 3:15 PM | Build Your Legacy Activity
• The “Power of Us” vision boarding, journaling, & collaborative “Family Business Planning” (30:00)
• Time Capsule sealing ceremony (15:00)
3:15 PM – 4:00 PM | Closing Ceremony “The Power We Pass On”
• Opening Remarks (05:00)
• Legacy Pledge & Reflections (15:00)(Generational experiences, stories, & takeaways)
• Generation 2 Generation Candlelight & Seed to Soil Ritual (15:00)
• Closing Blessing / Declaration (10:00)
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM | HERitage After Glow Mixer + Generational Fashion Show
*Itinerary may be subject to change closer to the event date*
Rooted in the theme of Generational Women’s Empowerment, this event highlights the power of Wisdom, Wealth, and Wellness, the three pillars every woman needs to thrive and lead in her lane. From Baby Boomers to Gen Z, every generation brings something extraordinary to the table and this is the space where those strengths come alive.
• Honor the stories, sacrifices, and strengths of the women who paved the way.
• Gain tools, insights, and inspiration to lead, heal, and grow in every area of your life and business.
• Join dynamic sessions, creative labs, and multigenerational experiences that bridge the gap between where we’ve been and where we’re going.
Tap into creativity and collaboration through our:
• Legacy Photos Booths
• Generational Learning
• Time Capsule Letter Writing
• HERitage Tribute Walls and more
DAY 1“Honoring Her Roots” Legacy, Wisdom, Identity, Connection
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM | Registration & Connection
• Check-in + Conference Material pickup for all conference attendees
• Power of Us breakfast, tea, + coffee bar
• HERitage Tribute Wall
• Add your tribute to the women who paved your path
• Photo & Video Booths open to start creating generational content
9:00 AM – 9:30 AM | Opening Ceremony
• Welcome from WIN Founder (5:00)
• Introduction of WIN Community Mission (10:00)
• Conference Overview (15:00)
9:30 AM – 10:30 AM | Mainstage Keynote Panels #1-6
• “The Power of Us” Reflections on faith, family, and fearlessness (featuring Grandmothers, Mothers, & Millennials sharing personal legacies)
10:30 AM – 11:00 AM | Marketplace Walk & Mingling
• Browse the Legacy Marketplace
• Visit the Matriarch Memory Lane exhibit
• Guided Connection Cards activity
11:00 AM – 12:15 PM | Mainstage Panels #1-3
• Wisdom Across the Table (Intergenerational mentorship)
• Reclaiming Her Voice (Unpacking generational silencing of women)
• Tech Doesn’t Intimidate Me (Digital confidence for Gen X & Boomers)
12:15 PM – 1:30 PM | Legacy Lunch
• Heritage-inspired meals
• Table Talk Prompt Cards
• Cultural music & inspiration
1:30 – 2:30 PM | Mainstage Panels #4-6
• “Healing the Motherline” WIN Panel Speakers discuss generational trauma, motherhood, and identity.
• “Beyond the Blueprint” WIN Panel Speakers explore how women across generations have transformed adversity into strength.
• “Daughters of Resilience” WIN Panel Speakers explore how women across generations have transformed adversity into strength.
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM | Sister 2 Sister Session (audience participation)
1. What I Wish My Daughter/Mother Knew – Intimate dialogue circles.
2. Breaking Business Curses – Undoing toxic money & hustle cycles.
3. HERstory Isn’t Over – Life after 60: Redefining legacy and purpose.
3:30 PM – 4:30 PM | Power Networking Session + Matriarchs & Millennials Business Pitch Competition
• The “Power of Us” authentic networking mixer.
• Business Mix/Match by industry networking game.
• “In HER Purpose” card exchange activity.
4:30 PM – 6:00 PM | Reflect + Reset: Closing Ritual
• “Write to HER Future” Time Capsule writing + Healing Sound bath session.
• “HERitage & Hope” Dedication (Candelight Ceremony)
DAY 2 “Birthing Her Legacy” Wealth, Wellness, Future, Collaboration
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM | Day 2 Welcome & Morning Mindfulness
• Guided meditation
• Power of Us breakfast
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM | TedX Session I Speakers
10:00 AM - 10:15 AM | Intermission/Bathroom Break
10:15 AM – 11:15 AM | TedX Session II Speakers
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM | Collaboration Lab: Sisterhood as Strategy Circles
• Winning Together - Building trust across generations
• Healing & Heritage (Indigenous practices & family rituals)
12:15 PM – 1:30 PM | HERstory Awards Luncheon
• Welcome & Opening Remarks (5:00)
• Keynote Storytelling (25:00)
• Award Presentations (30:00) (Celebrate WIN leaders who are elders and legacy builders)
• Raffles & Sponsored Giveaways (15:00)
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM | WIN Across Generations Power Panel
• Topic: “Leading in Your Lane Without Losing Your Legacy” (featuring Legacy entrepreneurs, student founders, and cultural innovators) (1:00:00)
2:30 PM – 3:15 PM | Build Your Legacy Activity
• The “Power of Us” vision boarding, journaling, & collaborative “Family Business Planning” (30:00)
• Time Capsule sealing ceremony (15:00)
3:15 PM – 4:00 PM | Closing Ceremony “The Power We Pass On”
• Opening Remarks (05:00)
• Legacy Pledge & Reflections (15:00)(Generational experiences, stories, & takeaways)
• Generation 2 Generation Candlelight & Seed to Soil Ritual (15:00)
• Closing Blessing / Declaration (10:00)
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM | HERitage After Glow Mixer + Generational Fashion Show
*Itinerary may be subject to change closer to the event date*
Description
Women Empowering Generations is a transformational two-day experience designed to honor the past, empower the present, and prepare the future. Hosted by Women Into Networking (WIN), this is brought to you by Connect HER 2 WIN Annual Conference brings together women from all walks of life and across all generations to celebrate, collaborate, and build lasting legacies through community, leadership, and shared wisdom.
Rooted in the theme of Generational Women’s Empowerment, this event highlights the power of Wisdom, Wealth, and Wellness, the three pillars every woman needs to thrive and lead in her lane. From Baby Boomers to Gen Z, every generation brings something extraordinary to the table and this is the space where those strengths come alive.
• Honor the stories, sacrifices, and strengths of the women who paved the way.
• Gain tools, insights, and inspiration to lead, heal, and grow in every area of your life and business.
• Join dynamic sessions, creative labs, and multigenerational experiences that bridge the gap between where we’ve been and where we’re going.
Tap into creativity and collaboration through our:
• Legacy Photos Booths
• Generational Learning
• Time Capsule Letter Writing
• HERitage Tribute Walls and more
DAY 1“Honoring Her Roots” Legacy, Wisdom, Identity, Connection
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM | Registration & Connection
• Check-in + Conference Material pickup for all conference attendees
• Power of Us breakfast, tea, + coffee bar
• HERitage Tribute Wall
• Add your tribute to the women who paved your path
• Photo & Video Booths open to start creating generational content
9:00 AM – 9:30 AM | Opening Ceremony
• Welcome from WIN Founder (5:00)
• Introduction of WIN Community Mission (10:00)
• Conference Overview (15:00)
9:30 AM – 10:30 AM | Mainstage Keynote Panels #1-6
• “The Power of Us” Reflections on faith, family, and fearlessness (featuring Grandmothers, Mothers, & Millennials sharing personal legacies)
10:30 AM – 11:00 AM | Marketplace Walk & Mingling
• Browse the Legacy Marketplace
• Visit the Matriarch Memory Lane exhibit
• Guided Connection Cards activity
11:00 AM – 12:15 PM | Mainstage Panels #1-3
• Wisdom Across the Table (Intergenerational mentorship)
• Reclaiming Her Voice (Unpacking generational silencing of women)
• Tech Doesn’t Intimidate Me (Digital confidence for Gen X & Boomers)
12:15 PM – 1:30 PM | Legacy Lunch
• Heritage-inspired meals
• Table Talk Prompt Cards
• Cultural music & inspiration
1:30 – 2:30 PM | Mainstage Panels #4-6
• “Healing the Motherline” WIN Panel Speakers discuss generational trauma, motherhood, and identity.
• “Beyond the Blueprint” WIN Panel Speakers explore how women across generations have transformed adversity into strength.
• “Daughters of Resilience” WIN Panel Speakers explore how women across generations have transformed adversity into strength.
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM | Sister 2 Sister Session (audience participation)
1. What I Wish My Daughter/Mother Knew – Intimate dialogue circles.
2. Breaking Business Curses – Undoing toxic money & hustle cycles.
3. HERstory Isn’t Over – Life after 60: Redefining legacy and purpose.
3:30 PM – 4:30 PM | Power Networking Session + Matriarchs & Millennials Business Pitch Competition
• The “Power of Us” authentic networking mixer.
• Business Mix/Match by industry networking game.
• “In HER Purpose” card exchange activity.
4:30 PM – 6:00 PM | Reflect + Reset: Closing Ritual
• “Write to HER Future” Time Capsule writing + Healing Sound bath session.
• “HERitage & Hope” Dedication (Candelight Ceremony)
DAY 2 “Birthing Her Legacy” Wealth, Wellness, Future, Collaboration
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM | Day 2 Welcome & Morning Mindfulness
• Guided meditation
• Power of Us breakfast
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM | TedX Session I Speakers
10:00 AM - 10:15 AM | Intermission/Bathroom Break
10:15 AM – 11:15 AM | TedX Session II Speakers
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM | Collaboration Lab: Sisterhood as Strategy Circles
• Winning Together - Building trust across generations
• Healing & Heritage (Indigenous practices & family rituals)
12:15 PM – 1:30 PM | HERstory Awards Luncheon
• Welcome & Opening Remarks (5:00)
• Keynote Storytelling (25:00)
• Award Presentations (30:00) (Celebrate WIN leaders who are elders and legacy builders)
• Raffles & Sponsored Giveaways (15:00)
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM | WIN Across Generations Power Panel
• Topic: “Leading in Your Lane Without Losing Your Legacy” (featuring Legacy entrepreneurs, student founders, and cultural innovators) (1:00:00)
2:30 PM – 3:15 PM | Build Your Legacy Activity
• The “Power of Us” vision boarding, journaling, & collaborative “Family Business Planning” (30:00)
• Time Capsule sealing ceremony (15:00)
3:15 PM – 4:00 PM | Closing Ceremony “The Power We Pass On”
• Opening Remarks (05:00)
• Legacy Pledge & Reflections (15:00)(Generational experiences, stories, & takeaways)
• Generation 2 Generation Candlelight & Seed to Soil Ritual (15:00)
• Closing Blessing / Declaration (10:00)
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM | HERitage After Glow Mixer + Generational Fashion Show
*Itinerary may be subject to change closer to the event date*
Rooted in the theme of Generational Women’s Empowerment, this event highlights the power of Wisdom, Wealth, and Wellness, the three pillars every woman needs to thrive and lead in her lane. From Baby Boomers to Gen Z, every generation brings something extraordinary to the table and this is the space where those strengths come alive.
• Honor the stories, sacrifices, and strengths of the women who paved the way.
• Gain tools, insights, and inspiration to lead, heal, and grow in every area of your life and business.
• Join dynamic sessions, creative labs, and multigenerational experiences that bridge the gap between where we’ve been and where we’re going.
Tap into creativity and collaboration through our:
• Legacy Photos Booths
• Generational Learning
• Time Capsule Letter Writing
• HERitage Tribute Walls and more
DAY 1“Honoring Her Roots” Legacy, Wisdom, Identity, Connection
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM | Registration & Connection
• Check-in + Conference Material pickup for all conference attendees
• Power of Us breakfast, tea, + coffee bar
• HERitage Tribute Wall
• Add your tribute to the women who paved your path
• Photo & Video Booths open to start creating generational content
9:00 AM – 9:30 AM | Opening Ceremony
• Welcome from WIN Founder (5:00)
• Introduction of WIN Community Mission (10:00)
• Conference Overview (15:00)
9:30 AM – 10:30 AM | Mainstage Keynote Panels #1-6
• “The Power of Us” Reflections on faith, family, and fearlessness (featuring Grandmothers, Mothers, & Millennials sharing personal legacies)
10:30 AM – 11:00 AM | Marketplace Walk & Mingling
• Browse the Legacy Marketplace
• Visit the Matriarch Memory Lane exhibit
• Guided Connection Cards activity
11:00 AM – 12:15 PM | Mainstage Panels #1-3
• Wisdom Across the Table (Intergenerational mentorship)
• Reclaiming Her Voice (Unpacking generational silencing of women)
• Tech Doesn’t Intimidate Me (Digital confidence for Gen X & Boomers)
12:15 PM – 1:30 PM | Legacy Lunch
• Heritage-inspired meals
• Table Talk Prompt Cards
• Cultural music & inspiration
1:30 – 2:30 PM | Mainstage Panels #4-6
• “Healing the Motherline” WIN Panel Speakers discuss generational trauma, motherhood, and identity.
• “Beyond the Blueprint” WIN Panel Speakers explore how women across generations have transformed adversity into strength.
• “Daughters of Resilience” WIN Panel Speakers explore how women across generations have transformed adversity into strength.
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM | Sister 2 Sister Session (audience participation)
1. What I Wish My Daughter/Mother Knew – Intimate dialogue circles.
2. Breaking Business Curses – Undoing toxic money & hustle cycles.
3. HERstory Isn’t Over – Life after 60: Redefining legacy and purpose.
3:30 PM – 4:30 PM | Power Networking Session + Matriarchs & Millennials Business Pitch Competition
• The “Power of Us” authentic networking mixer.
• Business Mix/Match by industry networking game.
• “In HER Purpose” card exchange activity.
4:30 PM – 6:00 PM | Reflect + Reset: Closing Ritual
• “Write to HER Future” Time Capsule writing + Healing Sound bath session.
• “HERitage & Hope” Dedication (Candelight Ceremony)
DAY 2 “Birthing Her Legacy” Wealth, Wellness, Future, Collaboration
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM | Day 2 Welcome & Morning Mindfulness
• Guided meditation
• Power of Us breakfast
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM | TedX Session I Speakers
10:00 AM - 10:15 AM | Intermission/Bathroom Break
10:15 AM – 11:15 AM | TedX Session II Speakers
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM | Collaboration Lab: Sisterhood as Strategy Circles
• Winning Together - Building trust across generations
• Healing & Heritage (Indigenous practices & family rituals)
12:15 PM – 1:30 PM | HERstory Awards Luncheon
• Welcome & Opening Remarks (5:00)
• Keynote Storytelling (25:00)
• Award Presentations (30:00) (Celebrate WIN leaders who are elders and legacy builders)
• Raffles & Sponsored Giveaways (15:00)
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM | WIN Across Generations Power Panel
• Topic: “Leading in Your Lane Without Losing Your Legacy” (featuring Legacy entrepreneurs, student founders, and cultural innovators) (1:00:00)
2:30 PM – 3:15 PM | Build Your Legacy Activity
• The “Power of Us” vision boarding, journaling, & collaborative “Family Business Planning” (30:00)
• Time Capsule sealing ceremony (15:00)
3:15 PM – 4:00 PM | Closing Ceremony “The Power We Pass On”
• Opening Remarks (05:00)
• Legacy Pledge & Reflections (15:00)(Generational experiences, stories, & takeaways)
• Generation 2 Generation Candlelight & Seed to Soil Ritual (15:00)
• Closing Blessing / Declaration (10:00)
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM | HERitage After Glow Mixer + Generational Fashion Show
*Itinerary may be subject to change closer to the event date*
2026 April
2
THU
Della Mae
April 2, 2026
08:00 PM - 10:30 PM
3116 Main Street, Duluth, GA 30096, USA
Description
Each generation, perhaps once a decade, bluegrass experiences a band or an artist that redefines and recenters the genre itself. Della Mae is one such band.
The GRAMMY-nominated string band was founded in 2010 and over the next decade and a half they’ve demonstrated to the roots music world, once and for all, that a band of all women is not, nor has ever been, a mere novelty. They remain at the forefront of the explosion of women instrumentalists and all-women acts in roots music and their impact is striking and measurable – not just in North America, but around the globe.
Now 15 years since their origin, Della Mae can boast their strongest lineup yet. Founders Kimber Ludiker and Celia Woodsmith are joined by guitarist and songwriter Avril Smith and vocalist and two-time IBMA Bass Player of the Year Vickie Vaughn.
There has never been a band like Della Mae in roots music before, but thanks to Kimber Ludiker, Celia Woodsmith, Avril Smith, Vickie Vaughn – and all of the women who have been part of this band over its long life – we know there will be many more bands, singers, songwriters, and pickers just like Della Mae in the future.
The GRAMMY-nominated string band was founded in 2010 and over the next decade and a half they’ve demonstrated to the roots music world, once and for all, that a band of all women is not, nor has ever been, a mere novelty. They remain at the forefront of the explosion of women instrumentalists and all-women acts in roots music and their impact is striking and measurable – not just in North America, but around the globe.
Now 15 years since their origin, Della Mae can boast their strongest lineup yet. Founders Kimber Ludiker and Celia Woodsmith are joined by guitarist and songwriter Avril Smith and vocalist and two-time IBMA Bass Player of the Year Vickie Vaughn.
There has never been a band like Della Mae in roots music before, but thanks to Kimber Ludiker, Celia Woodsmith, Avril Smith, Vickie Vaughn – and all of the women who have been part of this band over its long life – we know there will be many more bands, singers, songwriters, and pickers just like Della Mae in the future.
Description
Each generation, perhaps once a decade, bluegrass experiences a band or an artist that redefines and recenters the genre itself. Della Mae is one such band.
The GRAMMY-nominated string band was founded in 2010 and over the next decade and a half they’ve demonstrated to the roots music world, once and for all, that a band of all women is not, nor has ever been, a mere novelty. They remain at the forefront of the explosion of women instrumentalists and all-women acts in roots music and their impact is striking and measurable – not just in North America, but around the globe.
Now 15 years since their origin, Della Mae can boast their strongest lineup yet. Founders Kimber Ludiker and Celia Woodsmith are joined by guitarist and songwriter Avril Smith and vocalist and two-time IBMA Bass Player of the Year Vickie Vaughn.
There has never been a band like Della Mae in roots music before, but thanks to Kimber Ludiker, Celia Woodsmith, Avril Smith, Vickie Vaughn – and all of the women who have been part of this band over its long life – we know there will be many more bands, singers, songwriters, and pickers just like Della Mae in the future.
The GRAMMY-nominated string band was founded in 2010 and over the next decade and a half they’ve demonstrated to the roots music world, once and for all, that a band of all women is not, nor has ever been, a mere novelty. They remain at the forefront of the explosion of women instrumentalists and all-women acts in roots music and their impact is striking and measurable – not just in North America, but around the globe.
Now 15 years since their origin, Della Mae can boast their strongest lineup yet. Founders Kimber Ludiker and Celia Woodsmith are joined by guitarist and songwriter Avril Smith and vocalist and two-time IBMA Bass Player of the Year Vickie Vaughn.
There has never been a band like Della Mae in roots music before, but thanks to Kimber Ludiker, Celia Woodsmith, Avril Smith, Vickie Vaughn – and all of the women who have been part of this band over its long life – we know there will be many more bands, singers, songwriters, and pickers just like Della Mae in the future.
2026 July
11
SAT
-
12
SUN
Thrive 26 Women's Conference
July 11-12, 2026
All day
2000 Century Blvd NE, Atlanta, GA 30345, USA
Description
Coaches, Get Ready to Break Through to Your 7-Figure Business In One Day
Join us for an immersive, high-caliber workshop with coaches Dr. Kiki Ramsey and Chelsey Parkinson. This is for coaches ready to stop circling the drain, elevate their identity, structure a real business, and scale without becoming a hostage to social media.
Two Days of Dynamic Training and Coaching – full of powerful insights, on the spot coaching and actionable strategies that will elevate your career, business, finances, and life!
Special Guest Speakers – Be inspired by extraordinary guests who will bring wisdom, motivation, and next-level breakthroughs!
Powerful Evening Session – Throw on your workout clothes and get ready to move, dance, and prioritize your health!
Sunday Brunch – Enjoy a soul-nourishing brunch filled with praise and worship, and an empowering message that will boost your faith and give you inspiration for the journey ahead! (Breakfast provided)
Join us for an immersive, high-caliber workshop with coaches Dr. Kiki Ramsey and Chelsey Parkinson. This is for coaches ready to stop circling the drain, elevate their identity, structure a real business, and scale without becoming a hostage to social media.
Two Days of Dynamic Training and Coaching – full of powerful insights, on the spot coaching and actionable strategies that will elevate your career, business, finances, and life!
Special Guest Speakers – Be inspired by extraordinary guests who will bring wisdom, motivation, and next-level breakthroughs!
Powerful Evening Session – Throw on your workout clothes and get ready to move, dance, and prioritize your health!
Sunday Brunch – Enjoy a soul-nourishing brunch filled with praise and worship, and an empowering message that will boost your faith and give you inspiration for the journey ahead! (Breakfast provided)
Description
Coaches, Get Ready to Break Through to Your 7-Figure Business In One Day
Join us for an immersive, high-caliber workshop with coaches Dr. Kiki Ramsey and Chelsey Parkinson. This is for coaches ready to stop circling the drain, elevate their identity, structure a real business, and scale without becoming a hostage to social media.
Two Days of Dynamic Training and Coaching – full of powerful insights, on the spot coaching and actionable strategies that will elevate your career, business, finances, and life!
Special Guest Speakers – Be inspired by extraordinary guests who will bring wisdom, motivation, and next-level breakthroughs!
Powerful Evening Session – Throw on your workout clothes and get ready to move, dance, and prioritize your health!
Sunday Brunch – Enjoy a soul-nourishing brunch filled with praise and worship, and an empowering message that will boost your faith and give you inspiration for the journey ahead! (Breakfast provided)
Join us for an immersive, high-caliber workshop with coaches Dr. Kiki Ramsey and Chelsey Parkinson. This is for coaches ready to stop circling the drain, elevate their identity, structure a real business, and scale without becoming a hostage to social media.
Two Days of Dynamic Training and Coaching – full of powerful insights, on the spot coaching and actionable strategies that will elevate your career, business, finances, and life!
Special Guest Speakers – Be inspired by extraordinary guests who will bring wisdom, motivation, and next-level breakthroughs!
Powerful Evening Session – Throw on your workout clothes and get ready to move, dance, and prioritize your health!
Sunday Brunch – Enjoy a soul-nourishing brunch filled with praise and worship, and an empowering message that will boost your faith and give you inspiration for the journey ahead! (Breakfast provided)
