May 11, 2013 - May 17, 2013, The Afro-American
Geraldine Richardson, district governor, Irma P. Deas, recipient of Sojourner Truth Award, Darleen Thomas, president
Seated; Bernice Hardy, Geraldine Richardson, district governor. Standing Pauline McKeason, Reona Thomas, Edmonia Yates, Carrie S. Jeter, Jean Owens, DarleenThomas
Guests Debbie Campbell, Tommie Yeager, Stella Fullwood and Everett Fullwood
Special to the AFRO With his typical flourish, Baltimore fashion icon Travis Winkey kicked off the 2013 Charm City’s International Fashion Week. Winkey declared the start of the month-long celebration of fashion from the podium at the Eubie Blake National Jazz Institute and Cultural Center, surrounded by models and the kind of elegant fashion statements he has been identified with over the four decades in which he has dominated Baltimore’s fashion scene. “When you think of fashion and design and Baltimore as it relates, you think of Travis Winkey,” former NAACP President Marvin “Doc” Cheatham said. Winkey, who was dubbed by boxing great Muhammad Ali “the prince of fashion,” said he has followed his life’s passion for fashion. Even as a child, Winkey said, “I have always had a love for fashion.” He has influenced design and served as a fashion consultant all over the world. “I love Baltimore, I bring people to the city who have never been here before,” said Winkey. The Charm City Fashion Week kickoff is only the beginning of a thirty-day salute to Winkey’s accomplishments.” His love affair with fashion is surpassed only by the city’s
Guests Reginald Williamson, Tiffany Silver, Eugene Gaines
Deputy sheriffs, Baltimore City, seated: Shantae McNair, April Tillman, Catina Watkins, Lt. Carla Lightsey, Monica R. Smith. Standing: Sharyl Jacobs, Nicole Lawson, Daryl Thomas, Lenita Verrett, Del. Barbara Robinson, Jo Zillmann, Trina Anderson, Carol Canty Ruth Lee, life member
Nkoosazana Acirfa-Bambata, center, recipient of the scholarship award, with officers
Florine Robinson, past national secretary, receiving tribute from Darleen Thomas with President Odessa Dorkins looking on
Award recipients: from left, Geraldine Richardson, Bertina Silver, Darlene Thomas, Irma P. Deas, Del. Barbara Robinson, Dr. Edmonia T. Yates. Standing: Dr. Stansbury, Nkosazana Acirfa-Bambata, Dr. Marcella A. Copes, Florine Robinson and Dr. James Carter
Bernice Hardy offering a tribute to the founders
By Blair Adams
The National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women’s Clubs of Baltimore City recently held its 72nd Annual Founders Day Observance and Awards Luncheon, April 27, at the Forum Caterers in Baltimore. Among the honorees were Dr. Clayton Stansbury, Man of the Year; Bertina Silver, professional achievement; the Rev. Dr. James Carter, community service; Dr. Marcella Copes, distinguished service; Dr. Ebube Odunukwe, international community service; Nkosazana AcirfaBambata, scholarship; Dr. Edmonia Yates, appreciation and Irma Deas, the Sojourner Truth award. The club, whose mission is to promote and protect the interest of African Americans in business, was founded by the late Hattie Tyler in 1941.
love affair with him, as attested to by the proclamations and well wishes he received from state Del. Shirley NathanPulliam and others. Cheatham told the AFRO, “I’ve known Travis since the late 60’s and he has been outstanding both state and worldwide. He has done a lot for the Baltimore community and has had a positive mark on the city.” Fashion Week in Baltimore will continue through the last week in May. Other events include a fashion industry party at the Eubie Blake National Jazz Institute and Cultural Center May 24; a Black and White party at the Downtown Cultural Arts Center May 25: a VIP Luncheon with Beverly Johnson held at The Downtown Cultural Arts Center and an Old School Cabaret held at the Fifth Regiment Armory. The Fashion events will conclude on May 26 with the Shift into Style Designer Showcase being held at the Baltimore Hilton Hotel. Former Winkey model and friend Marsha Reeves Jews said, “I’ve watched Travis make changes in people’s lives. I’ve watched him change how people saw themselves and their interest and commitment to this community and the hard work that they have given to this city.” Jews said Winkey put Baltimore on the map for fashion and “made certain people saw the other side of Baltimore.”
Dr. James L. Carter receives Community Service Award
Carolyn Jenkins, soloist
Photos by J.D. Howard
Morning talk show host, former Sen. Larry Young
Linda Felder and Travis Winkey with Jermyia Parks and Talia Brooks
Erin Carr, Kelly Ward, Linda Starodubova, Attorney Dwight Pettit, Joy Ajayi, Taisha Lawrence, Chyna Allen
Nick Mosby, District 7 City Councilman and former model for Travis
Travis Winkey and Marsha Jews
Photos by J.D. Howard
Sir Andre and Mizz BiBi
B1
Felicia and William Sweet with Travis Winkey
Travis Winkey receiving citation from Del. Shirley Nathan-Pulliam