Celebrate Juneteenth in the Dallas area by attending one of these events across the metroplex! Juneteenth is the oldest African-American celebration in the United States of America. It celebrates the date when enslaved African-Americans in Texas were finally told that they were free – 2 years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed. Even though the…
Juneteenth Events in Dallas/Fort Worth (2021)
What is Juneteenth? {Juneteenth 2020}
Originally shared to my Instagram page. This post is to share what Juneteenth is and what it means to me. Disclosure: Old World New uses affiliate links. What is Juneteenth? June 19, 1865 – the date that Black people in Texas found out that they were no longer enslaved. This was more than 2 years after…
16 Black-Owned Organic Loose Leaf Tea Brands
Loose leaf tea is my favorite drink, and I love to support fellow black business owners. Join me and do the same when you make purchases from these black-owned brands that sell organic loose leaf tea! Supporting black-owned businesses is more than just a “nice” choice to make. Diversity in all fields creates a stronger…
Loving Day – U.S. Interracial Marriage Made Legal in 1967
Mildred & Richard Loving led the way to legally make the banning of interracial marriage illegal simply by not accepting the laws that violated their civil rights to share their love and be married. On Loving Day, June 12th, we annually celebrate their bravery and the result of their case. About Loving Day: Loving…
6 Black-Owned Kombucha Brands for All Kombucha Lovers To Support
Kombucha, a fermented tea drink, is gaining visual popularity on social media and in health circles these days. Black-owned kombucha brands may not be as easy to find, but they exist, and they deserve our support! What is Kombucha? Kombucha is fermented tea, and sometimes fermented mushrooms, with flavors added to it. Y’all know I…
5 Ways To Have A Low-Waste Allergy Season
Minimizing, reducing waste and living simply all sounds great until it comes to your health. Then what – a full-stop of your lifestyle, or making sacrifices when it comes to taking care of your body? Thankfully when it comes to a low-waste allergy season, there’s some room in between where we can find balance. Guest…
The Most Beautiful & Useful Gardening Gift Ideas from Etsy
Etsy is a major go-to gift site, and it turns out they have some great gardening gift ideas, as well! Here are some of the gardening gifts that are on my wish list. Disclosure: Old World New uses affiliate links.*As always, if you can find an item secondhand or locally, do that. If not, enjoy these…
How to Easily Mend Clothes with Help from Sugru.com
Sugru.com is the home of innovative and easy to use repair products as well as some really fun DIY kits for your home, garden and clothes. This innovative tool will help you to easily mend clothes – no sewing skills required! Disclaimer: This post is sponsored by Sugru.com The Sustainability of Keeping What We Already…
Rael Cloth Pads & Reusable Menstrual Products
Rael … reusable menstrual products About Rael‘s Reusable Menstrual Products Rael are the only pads that I’ve tried that are made from organic cotton. They are very dependable reusable pads, and I use them faithfully during each cycle. Rael also partners with Happy Period to help donate period products to women in need. When you…
Earth Hour Activities for Families, Young Children, & Couples
Save these Earth Hour activities and ideas so that you can celebrate in your own way with those that you love! Disclosure: Old World New uses affiliate links. What is Earth Hour? What: Earth Hour is a symbolic event where people around the world are encouraged to switch off their lights for an hour in order…
