Colette Barris @ColetteBarris
Colette Barris-Author of #CLARETTASTREET, lover of the magic of words and Educator of thousands. Creator of Claretta Street The Series. Joined July 2015-
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From Richard Pryor's raw storytelling to Whoopi Goldberg's groundbreaking shows and Dave Chappelle's thought-provoking sketches, African American comedians have used humor as a powerful tool for social commentary, challenging stereotypes and sparking conversations.
From Ann Lowe, who designed Jackie Kennedy's wedding dress, to trailblazers like Iman, Naomi Campbell, and Bethann Hardison, African American fashion designers and models have reshaped the industry, redefining beauty standards and empowering generations.
With empath clairvoyance, Colette Barris honors the ancestors who refused to be silenced in her debut novel, "Claretta Street." This love letter to the African American experience celebrates triumphs & acknowledges struggles, weaving a rich tapestry of storytelling.
"Claretta Street," Colette Barris' prophetically timed debut novel, chronicles the triumphs & challenges of contemporary Black America. Spanning 4 critical decades, this powerful story celebrates the unbreakable spirit that has sustained generations. 🌐 colettebarris.com
In "Claretta Street," Colette Barris takes readers on a transformative journey through the African American experience. Following four girls in Pacoima, CA, this debut novel celebrates the resilience and strength that have shaped Black America. 🌐 colettebarris.com
From Howard University, alma mater of VP Kamala Harris, to Morehouse College, where Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. studied, HBCUs have educated countless African American leaders. These institutions provide a supportive environment &serve as vital centers of Black culture & heritage.
Black philosophers, scholars, & intellectuals like Dr. Cornel West, Dr. Kimberlé Crenshaw, & W.E.B. Du Bois have transformed academia & society. Their groundbreaking ideas, from intersectionality to "double consciousness," have reshaped our understanding of race & identity.
From B.B. King's blues and Louis Armstrong's jazz to Grandmaster Flash's hip-hop and Marvin Gaye's R&B, African American music has revolutionized popular culture. These pioneers inspired generations of artists across all genres, leaving an indelible mark on the world.
🌴 Step into the vibrant era of 1960s Southern California with Colette Barris's "Claretta Street." 🕒 This decade was a melting pot of cultural revolutions, shaping the lives of the novel's characters. . . . #ClarettaStreet #1960sSoCal #ColetteBarris 🌺✨
frican American entrepreneurs face challenges like limited capital access & systemic racism, but have opportunities in the $1.4T Black consumer market & job creation. Orgs like US BLACK CHAMBERS provide resources. Support Black-owned businesses!
oni Morrison, James Baldwin, and Maya Angelou's legacies continue to inspire. Their groundbreaking works, like "Beloved," "Go Tell It on the Mountain," and "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings," gave voice to the African American experience.
🌄 Pacoima's Untold Civil Rights Story: 🚀 Birthplace of Ritchie Valens, symbolizing cultural breakthroughs. 🏫 Site of historic struggles for educational equity in the 60s and 70s. 🌳 Hub for community-led movements, fostering social and political change.
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🎥 Dive into the untold stories of Pacoima with the powerful documentary "PacoimaStories: Land of Dreams." 🌆 In 1968, racial covenants confined many people of color to Pacoima, and challenges persisted even in higher education at Valley State College.
In the '60s, African American women led the charge for civil rights, from Rosa Parks to Fannie Lou Hamer. The '80s saw trailblazers like astronaut Mae Jemison and author Alice Walker. Against racism and sexism, they paved the way for the future.
Family dynamics and generational differences are the heart of African American storytelling. The wisdom of grandparents, the progress of each generation, and the interplay of tradition and change create rich narratives. What family stories have shaped your own storytelling?
African American women in the '60s and '80s faced discrimination head-on. They broke barriers, paving the way for future generations. Their resilience and determination reshaped society. What stories from this era inspire you? #Resilience #Inspiration
The Civil Rights Movement profoundly impacted African American families in Pacoima, CA. From the fight for desegregation in schools to the push for equal housing and employment opportunities, the movement transformed our community.
From small-town dreams to big-time science! Dr. Betty Harris, a chemist & explosives expert, is cleaning up hazardous waste. LA to Los Alamos, her story inspires. #womeninscience #STEM #environmentalhero
My debut novel, "Claretta Street," is a love letter to my childhood in Pacoima, CA. Through the eyes of four African American girls, I bring to life the struggles, joys, and resilience of a community. Pick up a copy and let me know your thoughts! #ClarettaStreet
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993K Followers 5 Following learn your history!✊🏿 || IG; https://t.co/AC9LLjusJd || Support us on https://t.co/HHs3SgCItNClaretta Street is the paradyn shift The Village and world has been waiting for. Sometimes the love and joy of a people who braved centuries of hardship and tragedy while living in grace and creativity do prevail....#clarettastreet #BlackLivesMatter #colettebarris.com.
Plunge into Southern California during the 1960s following four young “Babies' ' as they navigate a turbulent Civil Rights period in the United States. Author Colette Barris brings this story to life with a fresh voice to the plight of the Black experience in America.
Plunge into Southern California during the 1960s following four young “Babies' ' as they navigate a turbulent Civil Rights period in the United States. Author Colette Barris brings this story to life with a fresh voice to the plight of the Black experience in America.
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"Unfortunately when someone say they are trying to help you is not the help it seems, in many cases people want you to be reduced, to feed their ego or to use you. The true test is to see how they treat you around others which will reveal their true motive or intentions" Kuwpa
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@ColetteBarris @TrueBlackPower @BlackNewsPortal Along this same vein, who did Herb Wesson disenfranchise in 2012 when he wanted to maintain “three Black seats” on the city council? m.youtube.com/watch?v=vcboST…
The Black delegation will trade Kanye West and Herschel Walker for a Walmart gift card.
Do kids still do Saturday morning chores? Because who knows with these new age kids who get to sit on their phones and play games all day. I had to get up and work. Then I went outside and played. Anyway. Random pre- #CrossConnection thoughts...
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Happy birthday to me!!👑🐝thankful to see another year and prayerfully many more. Hit the tip jar.
#CancelbothKanyeandCandance, what a bunch of clowns. Kanye, I hope the poll workers sue you. Kanye West and Owens are house Negroes who possess dangerous ideology reminiscent of Cointel of the past. Kanye lost his way when his Black mother died, she was his moral compass.
@TrueBlackPower @BlackNewsPortal @etnow @ABCSignature @RobinRoberts Pacoima remains a poignant and pivotal component of the Black experience and the home of #clarettastreet and Barris' share #Pacoima's richness in CLARETTA STREET by Colette Barris watch below!
Pacoima is one of only 3 places west of the Mississippi without racial covenants, during the Great Migration Blacks made their way to Pacoima. . . . . ClarettaStreetTheSeries #ClarettaStreetABC #africanamerican #blackhistory #blackownedbusiness #blackamericatoday
@TrueBlackPower @BlackNewsPortal @etnow @hallmarkchannel @ABCSignature Now more than ever we need #clarettastreet where the villàge and community live. #clarettastreet #pacoima #generalmotors #clarettastreetNovel
Plunge into Southern California during the 1960s following four young “Babies' ' as they navigate a turbulent Civil Rights period in the United States. Author Colette Barris brings this story to life with a fresh voice to the plight of the Black experience in America.
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