Tulisoma: South Dallas
Book Fair & ARTS FESTIVAL 2007

Lyndale the Literary Lion

Jammer Time Express® early literacy programming for school aged, emerging and reluctant readers explains the importance of reading. This program demonstrates that reading can be fun and at the same time creates a positive literary experience.

Jammer Time Express created “Lyndale the Literary Lion”© in 2003 as a supplemental program which uses stories, songs and music to convey communication skills to children. Lyndale has proven himself a favorite among children ages 4-12 from his creation. For more information please visit www.jammertime.net

Kristi Nelson

Dallas-native Kristi Nelson is the co-anchor of NBC 5 First at Four and can also been seen throughout the week reporting for NBC 5 News at 10.

Before joining the NBC 5 news team in 2001, Kristi worked at WVIT-TV in Hartford, CT. However, she began her journalism career as a newspaper reporter, first working for The Philadelphia Inquirer, and later, the Cincinnati Enquirer. She later joined the National Basketball Association as a staff writer, where she wrote for Hoop and Inside Stuff magazines, and for NBA and WNBA websites. Kristi is also a published author. Her book, The Chamique Holdsclaw Story, is for children ages 8-12 and was published in 2000 by Scholastic Press.

Kristi graduated from the Talented and Gifted Magnet High School in Dallas, and went on to study journalism at the University of North Texas. She later earned a Master’s in journalism from Columbia University in New York City.

She enjoys volunteering, and one of her favorite organizations to spend time with in North Texas is Attitudes and Attire, which helps women build confidence as they work to rebuild their lives. In recent years, Kristi has been a frequent participant in the local Multiple Sclerosis Society's annual 150-mile bike tour, each time helping to raise money for thousands of Texans affected by MS. Kristi likes to help high school and college students who are interested in following in her professional footsteps, and she’s traveled to cities across the country to teach at the Asian American Journalists Association’s J Camp, a high school journalism program for gifted students of color.

In 2006, Kristi and her 4pm co-anchor, Brian Curtis, were winners of the prestigious Katie Award for "Best Anchor Team." She has also been the Fort Worth Weekly’s pick for “Best TV News Reporter.” In her free time, Kristi is a woman on the go -- exploring the best that North Texas has to offer in food and fun with her friends and family.Dallas-native Kristi Nelson is the co-anchor of NBC 5 First at Four and can also been seen throughout the week reporting for NBC 5 News at 10. Before joining the NBC 5 news team in 2001, Kristi worked at WVIT-TV in Hartford, CT. However, she began her journalism career as a newspaper reporter, first working for The Philadelphia Inquirer, and later, the Cincinnati Enquirer. She later joined the National Basketball Association as a staff writer, where she wrote for Hoop and Inside Stuff magazines, and for NBA and WNBA websites. Kristi is also a published author. Her book, The Chamique Holdsclaw Story, is for children ages 8-12 and was published in 2000 by Scholastic Press.

Kristi graduated from the Talented and Gifted Magnet High School in Dallas, and went on to study journalism at the University of North Texas. She later earned a Master’s in journalism from Columbia University in New York City.

Greg Fields

joined WFAA-TV in April 1998. He can be seen Monday through Friday on our Daybreak News at 5 to 7 a.m., News at 9/Good Morning Texas and Midday at 12 p.m. Greg began his career back in 1989 in his hometown of Lexington, Kentucky. From there he moved on to Tyler, Texas; Tampa, Florida and Kansas City before landing in Dallas. He is a graduate of Western Kentucky University with a degree in Physical Geography/Meteorology. His on-air work has earned the American Meteorological Society's "AMS Seal of Approval."

One of Greg's most exciting weather moments was, flying into developing thunderstorms with the Hurricane Hunters. During the flight the plane was actually struck by lightning! He was even lucky enough to catch the lightning bolt on video. In Greg's words "that was pretty cool!" When he doesn’t have his head in the clouds, Greg spends a lot of time visiting area schools. He teaches kids about weather and discusses the importance of making the right choices in life. Greg considers himself to be a bit of a sports junkie. He is a die-hard Kentucky Wildcat basketball fan. GO BIG BLUE! And during football season his favorite color is burnt orange…HOOK ‘EM HORNS! He also keeps a close eye on the Cowboys and Mavericks. Greg is happily married. He and his lovely wife (who by the way is a Texas girl) are proud parents of a baby girl born at the end of 2005.

Randy McIlwain joined NBC 5 in October 2003. Randy works as a general assignment reporter and a fill-in anchor for sports.

Randy started his career in television journalism in 1990 as a photojournalist at WSEE-TV in Erie, Pennsylvania. In December 1990, Randy was promoted to reporter in six months and covered city hall, crime, and politics.

Randy was there for the political rise of Secretary of Homeland Security Tom Ridge, covering him through his terms as Congressman and his run for Governor. Some of his most memorable interviews from Erie included Muhammad Ali (boxer), and Former President Bill Clinton and First Lady Hillary Clinton on numerous occasions while they were on the campaign trail.

In 1994, Randy moved to WHIO-TV in Dayton, Ohio as the Education reporter for 2 ½ years, and broke many stories concerning Dayton schools and public education in Ohio. He also hosted the show HI-Q, an academic quiz show featuring teams from different high schools in the Miami Valley area.

In October 1997, Randy moved west to KOCO-TV in Oklahoma City, where he spent six years as an investigative and senior reporter.

He earned a bachelors degree in Speech Communications from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania, where he attended college on a football scholarship, while lettering in each of his four years, and was awarded “All Conference” honors.

Randy has received numerous awards for his journalism work, including Associated Press and Civic honors, the most recent is the 2003 Oklahoma Association of Broadcasters 1st place award for enterprising reporting for an investigation on the price of healthcare for Oklahoma City jails. He’s been a member of the National Association of Black Journalists, Urban League, Rotary International, and Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc.

Randy enjoys weightlifting, sports, writing poetry, public speaking, swimming and traveling. Randy is a diehard, Ohio State Buckeyes and Cleveland Browns fan. He is married, and has one child.

Amy Priour Amy Priour is the Children’s Librarian at the Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest branch of the Dallas Public Library. She received her Master’s degree in Library Science from Texas Woman’s University, and has worked in libraries in Mesquite, Southlake, Irving, and now Dallas. Her favorite part of her job is reading books to children.

Froswa' Booker-Drew is currently Regional Director for the Innovation Groups, a national non-profit that provides consultation, training, and research for local governments. In this role, Froswa’ works with over 50 city managers and their staff in the states of Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana and Oklahoma. This includes marketing, learning event coordination, hiring consultants, recruitment and retention of member cities. Prior to this role, she served as Director of Communications/Assistant to the Headmaster at St. Philip’s School and Community Center. In this position, Drew was responsible for all public relations and special projects for the Executive Director. She was also responsible for the oversight of the Community Center. Prior to this promotion, she served as Director of the Community Center for St. Philip's School and Community Center. As Director of the Community Center, she was the administrator of the Athletics, Before and After School Care/Summer, and Outreach programming. This included the implementation of new programs and developing collaborative partnerships with community agencies. In this role, she was responsible for reporting to corporate, foundation, and individual donors. She also assisted the Development Department in the research, reporting, and writing of proposals for the Community Center. Her role included managing a budget that exceeds $250,000 excluding the $1.3 million capital campaign, supervising staff and nearly 100 volunteers and assisting in the design of the new Learning Center, which houses Community Center programs. Froswa’ solicited and received funding from United Way of Metropolitan Dallas, Dell Foundation, Microsoft, and many others during her tenure. As a result of her leadership, participation increased especially in targeted zip code areas as well as a stronger relationship was established with the media publicizing programming. In addition to her role as Director of the Community Center, she was also the 5th grade Social Studies Instructor.

She is also part-time Development Coordinator for The ChildCareGroup. She is responsible for assisting in raising $825,000 for this organization which has a budget of over $12 million dollars. Over $500,000 has already been raised toward this effort. She is the owner of Soulstice Consultancy, an agency of four that provides capacity building services such as special event/tour coordination, promotions/community based marketing, fundraising (grant research, proposal writing and donor cultivation), program development assistance, board training, strategic planning/visioning, consultations/coaching for businesses and non profit agencies. The current client roster has a number of individuals, faith and community based organizations and businesses throughout the state of Texas which includes the City of Killeen, Dr. Brenda Wall, Southern Soul Network, Inner City Development Corporation, St. Anthony Community Center, Dominion Training and Support Center, Baptist General Convention of Texas, Big Brothers and Big Sisters of North Texas, South Dallas Cultural Center, and DFW International. In addition, Booker-Drew has created “Beyond Sunday Morning” in conjunction with Cornerstone Baptist Church and trains churches in East Texas, Houston, Dallas and North Louisiana with capacity building issues including leadership development.

Past Clients of Soulstice have included the following:
• University of Texas at Arlington
• PRIMA ADD Center/Dr. Lynn Weiss Attention Deficit Disorder Center for Teens and Adults; Dallas Public Schools; Arlington Independent School District;
• The Dallas Historical Society; Geo-Marine (Freedman’s Cemetery Curriculum)
• Southland Corporation/7-Eleven (Black History curriculum);

Froswa’ has been selected to serve as a delegate in Non Profit Congress in Washington DC and also reviews grants for a number of Federal agencies and foundations:
• Administration for Children, Youth and Families
• Department of Education, Office of Safe and Drug Free Schools
• Corporation of National and Community Service (Americorp)
• Office of Community Service, Capacity Building
• Institute for Youth Development
• The PeaceMaker Foundation
• The Lindberg Foundation

Mrs. Booker-Drew is a graduate from Oklahoma City University with a Master of Liberal Arts in Humanities. She received a scholarship and an assistantship to attend OCU. Booker-Drew worked full-time as an Educational Consultant for two non-profit agencies in Oklahoma City while attending classes full-time. She received her undergraduate degree from The University of Texas at Arlington in History, a minor in English, and an emphasis in Women's Studies/Sociology. As a student, she was extremely involved in campus and community activities. As President of the NAACP at UTA, the chapter under her leadership received second place in the nation as Outstanding College Chapter. The chapter was responsible for the discussion of many of the changes for inclusion on the campus of UTA. She was also the first African American female President of the Student Activities Board and a member of the UT System Regents Advisory committee Froswa' s work experience is broad. Past experiences include the following:

• Instructor of African American Life and Culture, Contemporary Ideas and Issues, and Man, Society, and Culture-three interdisciplinary courses at Jarvis Christian College. She was also overwhelmingly selected by the student body as Favorite New Teacher, Most Supportive Female Faculty, and Favorite Female Teacher.
• Assistant professor of Freshman Studies at Southwestern Christian College in Terrell, Texas.
• Adjunct Instructor at Richland College;
• Assistant Curator of History for the African American Museum; and
• Curator of Education and Programs, South Dallas Cultural Center/Program Coordinator for the Juanita J. Craft Civil Rights House, Office of Cultural Affairs/City of Dallas.

She has worked with youth and adults in a number of capacities:
• Program Coordinator for Girl Scouts
• Assistant Director for the University Outreach Center
• Educational Consultant for Eagle Ridge Institute's A Chance For Youth Program, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma and
• Special Projects/Program Development Consultant for Community Health Centers, Inc., in Oklahoma City and Tulsa. She has been certified to administer the Daniel Memorial Life Skills Assessment to youth.

Her interdisciplinary/humanities background has given her a broad base in creating innovative programs and workshops for youth and adults and those who assist them.

Booker-Drew has presented a number of workshops and seminars at conferences including the University of Notre Dame, Texas A& M University, The Minority Student Today Conference, The University of Oklahoma, and the University of Texas at Arlington. She was selected to serve as a presenter for the 1999 Mobil African American Women on Tour in Atlanta, Georgia. This year, she was featured on the video ‘Extraordinary Women’ by Dallas Community Television and has been on a guest on a number of television and radio programs.

She has been an instructor of Writing for St. Anthony's Catholic School, a contributor to Devo' Zine, a supplement to the Upper Room Devotionals for teens, and has provided commentaries to KERA/National Public Radio. She was an editorial writer for www.dallasblack.com and has written articles for Today's Black Woman, United School Education Agency, Minority Opportunity News, Ink Spill, and Raising Today's Teens on family and adolescent issues. She is also a columnist for Fort Worth Black News. Currently, Froswa’ serves as Texas Board Member for Specialized Alternatives for Families and Youth, Girls Inc—Tarrant County, Cooper Institute Oak Cliff Center Advisory Board, Dallas American Red Cross Diversity Leadership Team and as a Boardography Advisory Board member. Other activities have included working with the inmates of the Seagoville Federal Prison; former Board member of Old City Park; former Board member of the Latino Arts and Letters Cultural Center; former Board member of the Urban Scholarship Committee for Young Life and the Partnership for Arts, Culture, and Education and was also appointed to serve as a member of the Irving Youth Council. Froswa' completed 40 hours of Basic Mediation Training through Dispute Mediation Services of Dallas and has been asked to serve as a Consultant for the Non-Profit Management Center providing Board Training. She is married to Charles C. Drew and the mother of a daughter, Kazai.

Demetrius D. McClendon Ministries

The “son of a preacher man,” with a literal heart-stopping testimony, Demetrius D. McClendon is a God-gift to the Body of Christ. A true man of God, he fulfills his several callings as minister, husband, father and stellar talent with excellence and just the right touch of holy fervor and flair!

McClendon began his musical ministry at the tender age of five, closing out one of his father’s sermons with “God Has Smiled On Me” to a surprised yet rapt audience and has been ushering people into the presence of God ever since. He began formally studying music at age 10 and is an accomplished musician, songwriter and vocalist. His music ministry has afforded him opportunities to travel throughout the United States as well as abroad, performing as well as conducting workshops and clinics, most recently in Germany. He is a graduate of Huston-Tillotson College where he earned a B.A. in Music (with a concentration in Vocal Performance) and is now pursuing a Master of Arts in Worship Leadership from Dallas Baptist University.

As a typical “P.K.” (preachers’ kid) who experienced the highs and lows of being the child of a pastor, McClendon was initially reluctant to answer the call to proclaim the Gospel, knowing what it would involve and the sacrifices he would have to make. He describes his “wrestling match” transition in words much like the prophet Jeremiah: “But his word was in my heart as a burning fire shut up in my bones.” He eventually lost that match and at the age of 15, became a willing mouthpiece for the Kingdom. Additionally, McClendon’s near-death testimony that resulted in open-heart surgery at age 15 and the tragic loss of a younger sister in a devastating car accident only served to “season” him, increase his anointing and strengthen his resolve to proclaim the Kingdom of God in Word and song. Revered for his refreshing and witty style of teaching and preaching, he often sends audiences into fits of laughter through his trademark phrase, “somebody ought to write that down!” most often used just after he has shared some particularly profound and original point, and his personal interpretation of “amen” as “yay- to-the-Man!”

A priest, provider and protector of his family, his wife, Alexis, and daughters Mackenzie Alon and Michaela Annise, are the center of his earthly joy. McClendon unashamedly shares, “She [Alexis] has been my anchor of support and motivation and my girls have completely captured my heart.” The McClendons have been married nearly a decade.

McClendon’s vision for ministry is unique, global and multi-faceted, manifesting itself in the parent entity D2M2© and comprised of four ministry divisions; PathWay Productions©, PathWay Records©, PathWay Ministries© and BACMA Publishing©. With a long and healthy tenure as the former Pastor of Worship and Fine Arts at Concord Baptist Church in Dallas, Texas, he is currently concentrating on ministry through his vocal group, PathWay© and has been traveling throughout Texas and the southern region. The group’s goal is to create a “pathway” for man to encounter God and experience the “level path of the righteous” found in Isaiah 26:7. PathWay released their first vocal effort in August 2005 entitled, “I’ll Say Yes.”

Erica Davis is a Singer, Songwriter and Actress, born in Indianapolis, Indiana. She has a vocal style that blends R& B, Jazz and Gospel. Inspired by both parents who sing, her desire to perform began at an early age, and by the age of three she began training in voice and dance. At the age of seven, Davis performed her first duet with renowned Christian artist, Sandi Patty. While in high school, Erica excelled and was recognized for her achievement in performing arts. She was recommended by an instructor to pursue a potential scholarship, but after graduating high school she decided to pursue a career in music. Her introduction to the music industry came in the 90’s when she joined EMI’s gospel group, Lamar Campbell & Spirit of Praise. Shortly after, she began shuttling between Indiana where she lived, and Los Angeles and Atlanta, where her producer's lived, singing with various female groups, one of which included R&B singer, KeKe Wyatt. After marrying former IU football player, Chris, she relocated to Dallas where she gained further experience and played leading and supporting roles in several stage plays. In 2003, she teamed up with producer, Montrell Darrett to be featured on a Daddy Jim Records compilation album. Shortly after, she began singing background for Kirk Franklin and cameod in Franklin’s “Looking for you” video, playing the role of a distressed prostitute. Erica recently completed Franklin's international 'Hero' tour and is now working towards a professional career in music and film. "MY DESIRE IS TO COMBAT THE HIP-HOP AND URBAN ENTERTAINMENT TRENDS THAT SEND NEGATIVE MESSAGES AND GLORIFY SOCIETY'S ILL'S; BY OFFERING THAT WHICH WILL POSITIVELY IMPACT THE GENRE AND AFFECT CHANGE; SPREADING THE MESSAGE OF SALVATION THROUGH JESUS CHRIST, WHILE HELPING TO FOSTER A MORALLY AND SOCIALLY SOUND SOCIETY", says Erica. Although her style and sound are often compared to popular culture, Erica stands apart and communicates a message that's encouraging, challenging and inspiring. erica@ericadavismusic.com

Anthony Neil Moss , 33, portrays Staff Sergeant Worthy in “The Grass Grows Green”. The Dallas resident and single father has spent much of his adult life pursuing his lifelong dream of becoming an actor and will make his first trip to the Sundance Film Festival in 2007. Originally from Northern California, Moss grew up in Sacramento where he first pursued his dream of one day being an actor.

Shortly after high school graduation, Moss joined the United States Air Force and spent his military career as a military police officer. Upon completion of his tour, Moss left the military and returned to life as a civilian.

At 26 years old, Moss attended a casting call for the Eddie Murphy and Martin Lawrence comedy “LIFE,” where he had his first film break. Following the advice of a colleague on the set, Moss decided that to be a successful actor, he needed to prepare himself appropriately to follow his dream. He began studying acting techniques and enrolled in several courses – eventually landing an agent.

Through much determination and tenacity he has secured roles in commercials and print advertisements as well as co-starred in motion pictures. Most prominently, Moss costarred in The Shadowlands Featuring Academy Award Nominee Gary Busey.

TV and Film credits
• Drug Wars - Renevatio Production
• When a Woman’s Fed Up - Inner Circle Production
• The Social History of the Tattoo - MTV Productions
• Trigger Happy TV - Comedy Central Productions
• Fear Factor - NBC Productions
• Street Smarts - Warner Bros Production

Advertising credits
• UEI Insurance
• Pioneer Radio
• Best Buy
• South Lake Tahoe Harvey’s Casino
• Invisalign
• Chevrolet
• Kodak.

Lawrence Jenkins is a photojournalist in Dallas/Fort Worth. His professional career spans over 10 years, spending the last seven years as a news photographer. After a five- year career as a staff photographer for The Dallas Morning News, Lawrence decided to start his own photography business in September of 2004. Known for his professionalism and quality of work, he has continued to contract with The Dallas Morning News as well as Getty Images – a wire service. From stills to high fashion and celebrities to concerts, Jenkin’s versatility is evident. But documentary photography – capturing moments for history – is his passion.

He recently published his first book entitled "We Remember", a commemorative book from the weekend of the Coretta Scott King funeral in Atlanta. Jenkins's goal is to produce work that not only raises awareness, but also through the sale of his work he can contribute monetarily back into the community that he's documenting.

View more moments captured through Jenkin’s camera lens at www.ljenkinsphoto.com.

Doris Price was born in Hunt County, Neylandville, Texas. She completed her high school education at St. Paul High School She received a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary and Secondary Education and Home Economics, Masters Degrees in Library Science and Education Technology/Media Services from Prairie View A& M University. Other educational endeavors included Certification in School Administration, Vocational Education and Reading Specialist.

Doris was a school librarian for thirty-six years and a public librarian for eleven years. Throughout her working years she stressed reading. She always promoted overcoming reading problems and a love for books.

She fiercely practiced that; the library and reading were the keys to learning and becoming a productive member of society. She was married to Edward F. Price for fifty-three years. She has three children, seven grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

Leora Olorunnisomo Received JD degree from SMU and licensed to practice law in the state of Texas in 1993. In private practice since 1995 handling primarily cps cases.

Appointed as one of two special guardian ad litems in 2001 for the 3O5th Judicial District Court, Honorable Cheryl Lee-Shannon Presiding. As such, oversees approximately 200 children in the permanent conservatorship of cps awaiting relative and adoptive placements.

Currently sits on the Arlington District Regional and Dallas Disproportionality Committees as well as the Governor’s Advisory Committee for the Adoption of African American Children.

Jennifer Kindert Swedish national, Ms. Kindert attended the International Art School in Stockholm, and later earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree in Illustration from New York City’s Fashion Institute of Technology-State University of New York. Her illustrated children’s book titles include: “Hurry Up” by Bernette Ford, “Mommy’s Bed” by Sonia Black, both part of the “Just For You!” series published by Scholastic as well as “The Christmas Puppy” and “Llamas in Pajamas” by Teddy Slater, published by Sterling/Barnes & Noble. Her latest book illustration projects include “My Journey with a Dragon” by Sa Eun Kim, a humorous memoir of a retired Korean couple and “The Seon Nyu and the Namu Ggun,” one of Korea’s most well known and beloved fairytales as retold by InHee Moon. Ms. Kindert’s desire to share her passion for illustration manifests itself in holding arts & crafts workshops for various organizations that focus on the welfare of children and adolescents in the Dallas Metroplex area. She also conducts school visits and aims to inspire both the young and young-at-heart to view and use drawing and painting as means of self-expression and as problem-solving enablers. Jennifer currently resides in Dallas, TX and works as a freelance illustrator and portrait artist.

www.jenniferkindert.com

Shay Moore is a native of Queens, NY. She attended Johnson C. Smith University in Charlotte, NC- one of the country’s most prestigious HBCU’s and earned a bachelor’s degree in communications in 1999.

Shay comes to KRNB most recently from KSJM-FM in Wichita, KS and enjoys community service, reading, shopping, and traveling.

She began her career in radio in 1997 at WPEG- Charlotte, and later at WBAV- Charlotte both while attending college full-time. Shay’s radio career has taken her to many cities including WBLK in Buffalo, NY. Where she started "Shay’s Christmas 4 All" a toy and cash drive to benefit underprivileged youth. She has been honored by many community, civic and social organizations including honors from her sorority Delta Sigma Theta for her outstanding community service.

Shay’s mission is improving self, transcending circumstances, motivating and inspiring youth.

Skip Murphy is now the newest member of Dallas’ highly rated KRNB 105.7! After 15 years at sister-station, K104fm, as host of Skip Murphy & Co., #1 morning show in the area, he decided that it was time to make the move from ‘hip-hip’ to ‘Grown & Sexy!"

He is a dedicated family man and a leader throughout the community. Skip has received virtually every radio award possible including Air Personality of the Year from Billboard Magazine, Radio & Records, The Urban Network, and the Young Black Programmers Coalition, just to name a few.

Skip is constantly recognized and honored for his outstanding service and commitment to the DFW communities. When Skip is not lending his time and effort to social functions and events you can find him chillin’ with his wife Sinthia, along with his two kids Erica & Thomas.