Monday’s episode of "The Day with Trae" featured Fynniecko Glover Jr. from the Workforce Development Council of Seattle-King County. He discussed the highly anticipated Enterprise Nexus event, a groundbreaking career-style fair meticulously designed for entrepreneurs on September 12th.

Fremont Fridays, the beloved Seattle event, recently celebrated its fifth anniversary, growing from a post-lockdown necessity to a multi-stage cultural phenomenon. Marshall Hugh, co-founder of Fremont Fridays frontman of Marshall Law Band, shared insights into the event's evolution, its mission, and what makes it a unique experience for artists and attendees alike.

Seattle is buzzing with anticipation for the upcoming theatrical production, "For Colored Boyz on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown/When Freedom Ain't Enough." This powerful play, directed by the visionary Lynette Winters, promises to be a poignant exploration of the Black male experience.

Simon Okelo discussed the Madaraka Festival's origins and growth since 2014. The event supports youth programs in East Africa, unites African communities, and celebrates Kenyan independence. Entering its 11th year, the Madaraka Festival is scheduled for September 6 at Pier 62 in Seattle.

Tina Fahnbulleh's passion for cooking began at the tender age of four, leading her on a flavorful journey from Philly to Minnesota and finally to Seattle. Her culinary adventure started with pop-ups and catering gigs, eventually blossoming into the beloved Gold Coast Ghal Kitchen seven years later.

Sheila Kay shared her musical journey, from singing at age four to her upcoming show addressing Black Lives and gun violence. Kay emphasized community connections and passion for raising awareness.

Leon Huggins-Richards, an actor known for his role as Mitchel in "Cry It Out" and Chilli/Jabber in "In The Blood," will be appearing on The Day With Trae Show. He will be discussing his upcoming role as Captain Richard Davenport in the Acts on Stage production of "A Soldier's Play," premiering on November 14th.

Towers of Tomorrow features replicas of famous skyscrapers like the Marina Bay Sands Hotel in Singapore, the Chrysler Building in New York, the CN Tower in Toronto, the Petronas Twin Towers in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, and many more.

On Thursday, May 9, Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell announced plans to finance an initiative launched by the Downtown Emergency Service Center (DESC) to establish a facility dedicated to supporting individuals in their recovery from post-drug overdoses, particularly of fentanyl. The announcement occurred at the DESC Morrison Hotel building, poised to become the facility's future home, aptly named the Overdose Recovery and Care Access Center (ORCA). 

Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell convened a second public safety forum on Tuesday, April 30, to address gun violence and explore comprehensive solutions to community safety concerns. Held at Garfield High School's gymnasium, the event brought representatives from 14 city departments, offering citizens an interactive opportunity to discuss public safety and related concerns directly with officials.

In this segment of The Day With Trae, host Trae Holiday is joined by Kolawole Akinlosotu, a Senior Program Manager at Common Power, a proactive civic organization focused on empowering individuals from education into action. Additionally, Akinlosotu founded Africa Now, a nonprofit organization committed to educating and nurturing connections within the African Diaspora. Akinlosotu sheds light on his organization's history, initiatives, and upcoming event slated for April 14.

Leoma James-Sarr, an educator, writer, and the founder of Harambee House Global joined host Trae Holiday on The Day With Trae to spotlight her organization's impactful work and shed light on the forthcoming Pan-African Perspectives event taking place this weekend. Harambee House Global is a non-profit advocating for youth, education, community engagement, and social justice.

Visionary fashion designer Luis G. Vélez, the creative force behind the Guillermo Bravo brand and now the Creative Director of Sonics Was Taken, stopped by The Day With Trae to share insights into his journey in the fashion industry, the evolution of his clothing label, and the exciting upcoming event dedicated to celebrating the Seattle Sonics' legacy through fashion and design.

Innovative designer and artist Neal Sotelo joined Trae Holiday for a conversation about Sonics Was Taken, a cultural movement dedicated to reigniting the passion surrounding Seattle Sonics. The movement embodies the community's collective longing to reclaim its beloved team. Scheduled for April 20th, Sonics Was Taken will orchestrate an event celebrating the illustrious history of basketball in Seattle, offering various food, music, and communal spirit featuring a pop-up store. At the heart of this gathering will be a showcase of reimagined Sonics apparel and artwork, prominently featuring Sotelo's distinctive pixelated art style—an homage to his passion for video games.

Rise Above, an organization dedicated to empowering Native American children by providing various sports events, cultural activities, and mentorship programs, recently held one of its basketball clinics at the Nisqually Youth Center in Olympia as part of its ongoing efforts to provide youth outreach for Native communities throughout the United States.

Dr. Orisade Awodola, the president of the Institute of African Centered Thought (IACT), joined host Trae Holiday on the Day With Trae last week to discuss her upcoming African Centered Healing Conference and her new book, African Centered Ancestral Healing.

On March 8th and 9th, The Seattle Project and Velocity Dance Center will present their newest showcase, Here Because. This production will feature an array of voices, films, and performances from Seattle's thriving dance community. Amanda Morgan, a prominent Pacific Northwest dancer and co-founder of The Seattle Project alongside Zane Ellis, underscores the driving force behind this exhibition.

On Sunday, March 3, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center and the National Coalition of 100 Black Women Inc. Greater Seattle Chapter partnered to co-host the Colorectal Cancer Community Awareness Event at Seattle's First African Methodist Episcopal (FAME) Church

On Friday, February 23, Young Black Homeowners (YBH), partnering with the African American Leadership Forum (AALFWA), hosted the second Black Equity Ball. This red-carpet affair was created to honor the journey of current and future black homeowners as they embark on the experience of gaining first-time homeownership. The event showcased DJing, musical performances, vendors, a champagne toast, and a dinner catered by That Brown Girl Cooks! that set the tone for the evening. 

Africatown Community Land Trust will host its annual State of Africatown on March 2. The event has been running for the last decade, serving as a platform for community voices to discuss issues facing Seattle's Central District. With a focus on strengthening the Black Community amidst challenges like gentrification and resident displacement, the event emphasizes initiatives to promote neighborhood security. Kennesha Poe-Buycks, the Communications & Marketing Manager of the ACLT, and Jacqueline Armstrong, Vice Chair of the organization's board, stopped by The Day with Trae to talk about the event.