The Chronicle News 40th Anniversary Legacy Showcase & Gala

🎉 Excitement is in the air! Get ready to be part of something extraordinary at the Lansing Community Catalyst Corp’s signature fundraising experience. This is not just an event, it’s a celebration of legacy, culture, and community impact, and we want you in the room. Every registration helps move our mission forward. Together, we are building a more connected, empowered, and compassionate community. Thank you for your support, it truly matters. 💛 📰 Chronicle News 40th Anniversary Legacy Showcase & Gala Step into an evening where legacy meets vision…where stories are not just told, but felt. For 40 years, The Chronicle News has been a pillar of truth, culture, and connection. This milestone celebration honors that legacy while boldly stepping into the future of community storytelling. ✨ What to Expect 🛍️ Community Marketplace Experience (4:00 – 5:15 PM) Arrive early and explore a vibrant, high-energy marketplace featuring: * Local vendors and entrepreneurs * Unique products, services, and community resources * Music, networking, and interactive experiences This is where culture, commerce, and community come together. 🍽️ Dinner & Keynote Experience Enjoy an elegant dinner paired with a powerful keynote fromJudge Wanda Stokes, delivering insight, inspiration, and a message rooted in leadership and legacy. 💃🏾 Live Cultural Performance A dynamic performance by Happendance will take you on a journey through the decades, using movement and music to connect past and present in a powerful, high-energy moment. 👔 Aondray Worthy Fashion Showcase A signature visual highlight of the evening. “Say It Loud: Black Excellence Through the Decades” A curated runway experience inspired by the 1960s roots of Black newspapers and the cultural evolution that followed. Each look reflects identity, confidence, and the progression of Black excellence through time. 🎶 Live Music Feature Enjoy a soulful performance byHenry Walker & N’ Season, bringing energy, rhythm, and celebration to the stage. 📚 Featured Releases & Community Highlights 🌟 Chronicle Kids: “I Know I Can” Community Coloring Book An inspiring, youth-centered initiative showcasing real people and real careers, helping children see what’s possible for their future. 👑 “30 Within 30: Women Making History” A powerful recognition of women making meaningful impact across our community, honoring leadership, resilience, and legacy in real time. 🎤 Legacy, Vision & Community Impact Hear from Publisher Yanice Carter as she reflects on: * 40 years of The Chronicle News * The power of community storytelling * A bold vision for the future 🤝 Afterglow Experience (7:45 – 9:00 PM) The evening continues with: * Reopened marketplace * Music and networking * Opportunities to connect, collaborate, and celebrate Because the real magic often happens in the conversations that follow. 💥 Why You Should Be There This is more than an event.It’s a celebration of: * Legacy and longevity * Black excellence and cultural pride * Community voices and future vision It’s where stories come alive… and step off the page. 🎟️ Join Us Come dressed to impress.Come ready to connect.Come ready to celebrate 40 years of impact. Because this isn’t just history… ✨ It’s legacy in motion. ✨