Blacklit

02/20/2025

What role does Black joy play in resistance and activism? 🤔

For generations, Black joy has been both a refuge and a revolution.

Black joy is resistance because it refuses to let struggle be our only story. It is the laughter that rises in the face of hardship, the art that tells our truths, the music that moves us forward, and the love that binds our communities together. Black joy fuels movements, sustains those on the front lines, and reminds us that we are fighting for more than just freedom from oppression—we are fighting for the right to live fully, to celebrate, to rest, and to thrive.

On February 25, we are gathering to celebrate that joy—not as a trend, not as a performance, but as an essential part of who we are. Black Joy Unplugged is a space where stories are told, where voices rise, where art, music, and poetry affirm that we are still here. That we have always been here.

It is a moment to come together, to breathe, to be seen, to be heard. It is a reminder that in a world that often tries to break us, we build. In a world that tries to silence us, we speak. In a world that tries to erase us, we write our own stories.

There is no cost to attend. No permission needed to take up space. No barriers to entry. Just a space to be surrounded by people who believe in the power of joy, culture, and collective liberation.

📍 Good Coworking, Dallas, TX
📅 February 25 | 6:30 PM

Because when we gather in joy, we remind the world that we are not just surviving. We are thriving.

If you’d like to get involved as a speaker, poet, artist, or vendor, we would love to have you. Please email [email protected] to connect.

12/03/2024

Reading is revolutionary. Silence is compliance.

What better time than now to join together to save safe spaces, amplify our voices, and take action?

Meet us TONIGHT directly next door to the BLACKLIT Bookstore at 4050 McEwen Rd, Suite 8103, Farmers Branch, TX 75244, at 6 PM to strategize, stand strong, and fight for the future of BLACKLIT and Black-owned bookstores.

You coming?! Let’s MAKE CHANGE happen.

If you can’t make it, please consider signing the petition to show your support. Together, we can protect what matters most!

11/02/2024

not goodbye, but definitely see you later. ❤️

10/20/2024

How today started….vs how it ended.

Let me start by saying that EVERYONE is safe and NO ONE was harmed today. Thank you Lord. 😭

What was supposed to be a two year anniversary celebration for the bookstore turned into another example of the power of community.

I was sitting behind the register with .n and all of a sudden I smelled smoke.

I looked down. There was fire from the floor to up past my knees and we were both within arms reach of all the flames.

I grabbed a calendar and tried to fan it out (0/10 would not recommend), and quickly realized it was time to run.

What a day.

Thank you so much to everyone who literally helped me through the fire today. .landria.a and every person who was in here. I’m so grateful.

To those who grabbed my son while I dealt with the chaos. I can’t thank you enough. To those that stayed and helped put this place back together, I feel like God winked at me through your presence. I refuse to quit.

As my nerves are settling, my heart is overflowing with gratitude. God is still so so good. 🥲

10/14/2024

2 years already?! 🥲

It’s going to be a joyful celebration at BLACKLIT next weekend, and we would love for you to join us!

We will be sharing throwbacks and behind the scenes this week of the journey, so let us know what parts you want to see. And, if you have any pictures or videos that you don’t mind us sharing, please send it our way!

With all of the chaos going on between trying to manage the security threat that’s been harming our operations, we honestly aren’t even sure if this is hello again or goodbye for THIS location….however, we still choose to celebrate and honor the resilience and the community that got us to this moment.

We know it’s a little bit of short notice, but if you can take some time out of your Saturday afternoon to come celebrate the history we are making as the first and only bookstore in the city of Farmers Branch, we would really appreciate it.

There will be a few of your favorite vendors on site showcasing their art and products, so be ready to spread the love! Please RSVP (it’s free) and let us know you are coming, so we can save you a seat.

If you can’t make it, please send some prayers our way as we navigate what’s next for BLACKLIT.

❤️

10/08/2024

We are so excited to welcome Doctor Sarita Lyons to BLACKLIT!

Join us next week as she stops by for a book signing and Q&A discussion about her book Church Girl.

See you there?!

*Link to RSVP in bio.

09/04/2024

A special thank you to Jack and Jill of America, North Suburban Dallas Chapter for joining us at Blacklit. Thanks so much for your support!

08/25/2024

We are so excited to announce that BLACKLIT, in partnership with Chase Bank, is hosting an incredible workshop on this Tuesday, August 27th designed to empower both youth and adult entrepreneurs.

The event will kick off with a mix & mingle followed by insightful sessions on building business credit and accessing capital.

We will end the evening with a pitch competition where participants will showcase their business ideas for a chance to win amazing prizes and collaboration opportunities.

Whether you’re looking to secure funding, enhance your pitch or simply network with like-minded individuals, this event is for you. Let’s turn those business dreams into reality!

08/11/2024

07/23/2024

Join us at BLACKLIT for an exclusive book signing event with the incredible .

Dr. Ian is not only a celebrated author but also a distinguished graduate of Harvard, Columbia, and the University of Chicago. He has been a prominent medical contributor and cohost on The Rachael Ray Show, bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience to his diverse body of work.

In his latest installment of the Ashe Cayne series, Dr. Ian K. Smith presents a thrilling narrative that explores the mysterious death of billionaire Elliott Kantor. Kantor, a man of rigid habits and vast wealth, dies unexpectedly at age 77. His son, Simon Kantor, suspects foul play and hires private investigator Ashe Cayne to uncover the truth. As Cayne delves into Elliott’s secretive life, he unearths a dark world of illicit activities, including a s*x trafficking ring. The investigation plunges deeper into dangerous territory, making readers question if Ashe Cayne will survive this perilous journey.

This is a wonderful opportunity to meet Dr. Ian K. Smith, explore his literary genius, and connect with fellow book enthusiasts. We encourage you to join us for an evening of insightful conversation and community.

Come for the books, stay for the community!