EASY Community Focus

1. Lisa Spadafina, Director of Miami-Dade County DERM, provides details about the July 20th Adopt-a-Tree event. http://www.miamidade.gov/adopt-a-tree 2. Joy Allington, President of Broward Veterans Coalition talks about the annual Veterans Benefits Fair in September. 954-271-4804 http://www.browardveteranscoalition.org

1. Lissette Garcia Arrogante, Director of Tourism and Culture for the City of Miami Beach invites listeners to the annual 'Fire on the Fourth' Independence Day Celebration at Altos del Mar Park, 76th & Collins. http://www.miamibeachfl.gov/events 2. Tiffany Price, General Mgr at Job News USA previews the next South Florida Job Fair, Wed. June 26th. http://www.jobnewsusa.com

1. Lissette Garcia Arrogante, Director of Tourism and Culture for the City of Miami Beach invites listeners to the annual 'Fire on the Fourth' Independence Day Celebration at Altos del Mar Park, 76th & Collins. http://www.miamibeachfl.gov/events 2. Tiffany Price, General Mgr at Job News USA previews the next South Florida Job Fair, Wed. June 26th. http://www.jobnewsusa.com

Maestro discusses Ignite the Culture: 4th Annual Celebrity Basketball Game Miami Northwestern High School, 1100 NW 71st St, Miami, FL 33150 July is National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month. It is a time to bring awareness to the unique challenges that racial and ethnic minorities in the United States face when it comes to mental illness.

Maestro Discusses mental health with Dr. Katina Kennedy, she is a dual certified Family and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Author, Speaker, T.V. and Radio Health Expert, Educator, Entrepreneur, Social Media Influencer, Fitness Advocate, Founder of Know Your Health Status Movement & Health Parties.

1. Silvia Quintana, CEO of Broward Behavioral Health Coalition recaps the 9th Behavioral Conference & mental health services http://www.bbhcflorida.org 2. Bianca Soriano, FPL Spokesperson shares ways to cut energy bills during extreme heat. http://www.fpl.com/waystosave

1. Silvia Quintana, CEO of Broward Behavioral Health Coalition recaps the 9th Behavioral Conference & mental health services http://www.bbhcflorida.org 2. Bianca Soriano, FPL Spokesperson shares ways to cut energy bills during extreme heat. http://www.fpl.com/waystosave

Maestro discusses the significance of the Women’s Breast & Heart Initiative National Pink Day event on 6/22. WBHI plays a crucial role in combating breast cancer and heart disease by educating women on early detection and promoting a healthy lifestyle. Schedule a mammogram at no-cost to you. Call 305-825-4081.

Maestro Discusses Social Security Benefits and Updates - In 2024, over 71 million Americans are set to receive a 3.2% boost in their Social Security benefits and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments. On average, Social Security retirement benefits will see an increase

1. Miami-Dade County Chief Heat Officer Jane Gilbert discusses the dangers of extreme temperatures & recommends ways to prevent heat stroke. http://www.miamidade.gov/heat 2. Andrea Ivory, Founder of Women's Breast & Heart Initiative talks about the National Pink Day Celebration for Summer Breast Cancer Awareness, 6/22. Schedule a mammogram at no-cost to you. Call 305-825-4081.

1. Miami-Dade County Chief Heat Officer Jane Gilbert discusses the dangers of extreme temperatures & recommends ways to prevent heat stroke. http://www.miamidade.gov/heat 2. Andrea Ivory, Founder of Women's Breast & Heart Initiative talks about the National Pink Day Celebration for Summer Breast Cancer Awareness, 6/22. Schedule a mammogram at no-cost to you. Call 305-825-4081.

Hurricane season begins June 1, but now is the time to begin preparing your home and business. Hurricane Preparedness Open Hous​​e​. Saturday, June 8, 10am-2pm​ African American Research Library & Cultural Center 2650 Sistrunk Blvd, Fort Lauderdale

Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County Guest: Nicole Chaplin and Club Directors Jonathan, Oz & Anitreia. We discuss Membership and BGCBC needs your support from the community.

H.O.M.E.S. Inc. (Housing Opportunities, Mortgage Assistance & Effective Neighborhood Solutions) CEO, Linda Taylor, explains the services they provide, including neighborhood revitalization, homeownership programs & youth supportive housing. https://homesfl.org/

H.O.M.E.S. Inc. (Housing Opportunities, Mortgage Assistance & Effective Neighborhood Solutions) CEO, Linda Taylor, explains the services they provide, including neighborhood revitalization, homeownership programs & youth supportive housing. https://homesfl.org/

Elaine Stevens "The Home Lady" Founder- We discussed how her organization has the mandate to help 1000 Florida veterans realize the American Dream of homeownership. Also discussed was her teaming up with the City of Miramar for the "keeping America's Promise" event on June 22, 2024.

Kunya Rowley - Founder and executive artistic Director- We discussed the organizations Juneteenth celebration, The Juneteenth Experience - happening in dade and Broward. Also discussed how Hued Songs is dedicated to amplify the Black experience through the Arts.

1. Jorge Cabo, Winn Dixie Reg'l VP talks about the Round-Up campaign for college scholarships for children of Veterans. https://foldsofhonor.org/ 2. Joy Allington, Pres. Brow. Veterans Coalition about the meaning of Memorial Day. https://browardveteranscoalition.org/ 3. Erik Salna of FIU's Extreme Weather Center on the 'Eye of the Storm' Hurricane Prep Expo https://mods.org/event/eye-of-the-storm-...

1. Jorge Cabo, Winn Dixie Reg'l VP talks about the Round-Up campaign for college scholarships for children of Veterans. https://foldsofhonor.org/ 2. Joy Allington, Pres. Brow. Veterans Coalition about the meaning of Memorial Day. https://browardveteranscoalition.org/ 3. Erik Salna of FIU's Extreme Weather Center on the 'Eye of the Storm' Hurricane Prep Expo https://mods.org/event/eye-of-the-storm-...

guest host Maestro talks to Dr. Katina Kennedy, founder - they discussed ommon misconceptions about mental health and explores the role of psychiatric nurse practitioners and addressing them.

Guest host Maestro talks to Dr. Guerda Nicolas President & Co-Founder - discusses the rich history of Haiti and Haitian sustainable development focuses on civic education, environment, and entrepreneurship using diaspora resources for economic and social progress in Haiti.

1. Danielle Barreras, Associate Dir of Community Engagement for The Children's Trust shares details on the Trust's FREE Book program for kids 0 thru 5. https://www.thechildrenstrust.org/content/book-club 2. Marly Q Casanova, Miami's Kindness Influencer talks about the inspirational free Mankind Summit 5/20 - 5/24, online at bit.ly/mankindsummit

1. Danielle Barreras, Associate Dir of Community Engagement for The Children's Trust shares details on the Trust's FREE Book program for kids 0 thru 5. https://www.thechildrenstrust.org/content/book-club 2. Marly Q Casanova, Miami's Kindness Influencer talks about the inspirational free Mankind Summit 5/20 - 5/24, online at bit.ly/mankindsummit

Wanda Tima - Founder and CEO - we discussed being Haitian, what motivated her to start her platform, how she has become a main source of distributing information and resources to the Haitian community. We also discussed Haitian Heritage Month.

Kemba Grosirt - Founder, Nya - Mother of a Sickle cell Warrior and Project manager of ASAP and a Sickle cell Warrior and scholarship recipient Destiny - We discussed what sickle cell is, the effects and signs of having a crisis, living with the disease, surviving. SAlso discussed was their upcoming "Kevin J. Francis Memorial Scholarship & Awards Luncheon on Sunday June 23, 2024.