The 7th Annual Concert presented by Dr. Joan Hillsman and the Syracuse Chapter GMWA on April 21st proved to me more than an ordinary concert!  Community participation increased, wherein, all genres of performing arts were included: Dance, Readings, testimonials, Singing, and across the board presentations were included.  One of the highlights was the Awards: “I-Shine Youth Awards”-These awards were presented to students across the city for outstanding progress in music at JHMN, Entrepreneurs, and community

Mark Your Calendar! Spread the word! Plan to Attend! Click on the following link for additional information poster for “The Spirit of Spring” 2017 Spring Concert flyer_The Spirit of Spring_Dr.Hillsman JHMN, Inc. along with The Syracuse Chapter, Gospel Music Workshop of America (SGMWA) will present its Annual Spring Concert at Hendricks Chapel at Syracuse University, Friday, April 21. 2017, at 7PM. Admission and Parking is free. Local talent will perform. (Contact: or Email: jhillsman@twcny.rr.com A

The month of March has been designated as Nation Women’s History Month.  Women have played an important role across the board in various fields. Many activities and celebrations are being planned during March.  In honor of National Women’s History Month: “A Tribute to African American Women in the Performing Arts”\with Dr. Joan Hillsman’s Music Network, Inc. (JHMN) will be held Saturday, March 4, 2017 at Beauchamp Branch Library, 2111 South Salina Street in Syracuse from

Interfaith works, Women Transcending Boundaries, and local faith communities collaborated to help spread the message of harmony and understanding by showcasing and celebrating the many faith traditions in Central New York. The celebration was held at the University United Methodist Church in Syracuse, Monday, February 6, 2017 at 6:30 PM.  Dr. Joan Hillsman and the Syracuse Chapter of the Gospel Music Workshop of America, led the opening by engaging the audience in singing her original

The National Council of Negro Women, Inc, (NCNW) Syracuse Section presented A Black History Luncheon honoring the legacy of prominent African Americans from the past, present and future. The program consisted of individuals portraying prominent history makers through readings and singing. The NCNW was founded by Mary McLeod Bethune in 1935. The Past President Emeritus was the late Dr. Dorothy Irene Height, Ingrid Sanders Jones, National Chairperson, Janice Matis, National Executive Director.  The event was

Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration sponsored by Syracuse University: Community Activity at Nottingham School, Syracuse, NY, Saturday, January 29, 2017. Beginning at 12 Noon and ending at 4PM, student performances, educational materials, exhibits, handouts and information.  The MLK celebration culminates: Sunday, January 29, 2017, Annual Celebration in the Carrier Dome This has been an outstanding, on-going event over the years.  Don’t miss this outstanding occasion. (Tickets available through Syracuse University. The World Interfaith

For the 36th Year, Dr. Joan Hillsman has rendered outstanding services in the Washington, D.C. area, making sure that the community, especially Essential Workers (those who may not have the day off, such as firemen, nurses, and other) could come to celebrate the dream and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Departing on a 6 o’clock flight on Dr. King’s Holiday, arrived at the King monument for the Wreath Laying Ceremony, and then headed

The Syracuse Chapter of the Gospel Called out for the community to come together in “Prayer and Praise”, on January 14, 2017.  The host church was God’s Way Church of Jesus, Pastor V. Curry. The community turned out at 4PM with enthusiastic and inspiring prayers for the youth, community leaders, World leaders, seniors and all. Many gave expressive prayers from their hearts, asking for God’s guidance and protection as we forge through difficult days and