Category: Location Spotlight

10 Facts About: The M Ensemble Company

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At Oasis Consulting Group we think it is important to highlight companies that are successful and doing good things in their communities, so each Friday we will Feature one company on our Blog and Social Media Pages. 

Check out 10 Facts about The M Ensemble Company, and stop by their website,themensemble.com, to check them out.

Address: 6103 N.W. 7th Avenue Miami, FL  33127

Phone Number: (305) 705.3218

Instagram Account: @mensemblecompany

Website: themensemble.com

M Ensemble Company is the longest running Black professional theater company in the State of Florida. Our company was formed in 1971 on the University of Miami campus under the direction of its founder, the late T.G. Cooper and his wife Grace. Our mission is to preserve and promote the African American culture and experiences through the performing arts.

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During his stay in Miami, T. G. made M Ensemble a respected professional theater company in the community.  He emphasized the importance of African Americans gaining more control of the business side of theater and becoming a relevant entity in the community.  He along with his wife Grace wrote all of the plays for the ensemble to be performed throughout the community.

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10 Facts About: Jakmel Art Gallery

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At Oasis Consulting Group we think it is important to highlight companies that are successful and doing good things in their communities, so each Friday we will Feature one company on our Blog and Social Media Pages. 

Check out 10 Facts about Jakmel Art Gallery, and stop by their website,judepapalokothegenus.com, to check them out.

Address: The Wynwood District 154 NW 37th Street Miami, FL 33127

Phone Number: (786) 312-5947

Instagram Account: @jude.papaloko

Website: judepapalokothegenus.com

This wonderful gallery is dedicated to showcasing the work of Haitian musician and visual artist Jude Papaloko Thegenus.

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Haitian culture sustains myriad art forms, such as painting, that express a Caribbean synthesis of African and European elements. Though formally trained artists appeared by the beginning of the nineteenth century, Haitian painting burst into the art world during the second half of the twentieth century.

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10 Facts About: Naked Bar Soap Co.

At Oasis Consulting Group we think it is important to highlight companies that are successful and doing good things in their communities, so each Friday we will Feature one company on our Blog and Social Media Pages. 

Check out 10 Facts about Naked Bar Soap Co., and stop by their website,www.nakedbarsoapco.com, to check them out.

Address: 2405 W Princeton St Unit 1, Orlando, FL 32804

Phone Number: (407) 796-2225

Instagram Account: @nakedbarsoapco

Website: http://www.nakedbarsoapco.com

Naked Bar Soap Co. showcases the sensual side of natural beauty by creating gorgeous artisan soaps and lovely handcrafted bath and body products.

The term “NAKED” means undisguised, blatant, and devoid of concealment.

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Their soaps are made with a handful of naturally, gorgeous ingredients such as olive oil and coconut oil combined with dollops of creamy shea butter, rich cocoa butter, and other rich and exotic plant butters. Our products are scented mainly with essential oils, a few natural fragrance/essential oils blends, and use natural herbs, florals, and spices for lovely colors.

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10 Facts About: The Studio@620

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At Oasis Consulting Group we think it is important to highlight companies that are successful and doing good things in their communities, so each Friday we will Feature one company on our Blog and Social Media Pages. 

Check out 10 Facts about The Studio@620, and stop by their website, thestudioat620.org, to check them out.

Address: 620 1st Ave S St. Petersburg, FL 33701

Phone Number: (727) 895-6620

Instagram Account: @thestudioat620

Website: thestudioat620.org

The Studio@620 has been an award-winning home for the arts in St. Petersburg, Florida since 2004. We’re founded on a strong mission to foster the creative, cultivate the mind, and provide a safe haven for exploration of the arts, social justice and community issues.

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The Studio@620’s intimate, flexible space can be transformed for any event, whether it’s a holiday party, business meeting, or private special event.

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10 Facts About: Sister Honey’s Bakery

At Oasis Consulting Group we think it is important to highlight companies that are successful and doing good things in their communities, so each Friday we will Feature one company on our Blog and Social Media Pages. 

Check out 10 Facts about Sister Honey’s Bakery, and stop by their website,www.sisterhoneys.com, to check them out.

Address: 247 E Michigan St. Orlando, FL 32806

Phone Number: (407) 730-7315

Instagram Account: @sisterhoneys

Website: http://www.sisterhoneys.com

If you are searching for remarkable award winning artisan baked goods, then you are at the right place. Their bakery items are made fresh daily with premium ingredients. You can feel confident in their consistent top-notch quality. Your enjoyment and satisfaction is their primary focus.

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Sister Honey was affectionately given the nickname ‘Honey’ by her family when she was a small child due to her sweet demeanor. As a young adult she became known as ‘Sister Honey’ among her church brethren.

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10 Facts About: Innisbrook Golf Resort

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At Oasis Consulting Group we think it is important to highlight companies that are successful and doing good things in their communities, so each Friday we will Feature one company on our Blog and Social Media Pages. 

Check out 10 Facts about Innisbrook Golf Resort, and stop by their website, www.innisbrookgolfresort.com, to check them out.

Address: 36750 U.S. Highway 19, North Palm Harbor, FL 34684

Phone Number: (888) 794-8627

Instagram Account: @InnisbrookResort

Website: http://www.innisbrookgolfresort.com

Innisbrook, A Salamander Golf & Spa Resort is nestled on 900 acres of rolling hills and 70 acres of lakes on the west coast of Central Florida

Only 20 miles from Tampa International Airport, the Resort appeals to visitors seeking the ultimate golf resort experience in a locale that is easily accessible and is within minutes of the beaches on the Gulf of Mexico.

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Innisbrook’s collection of four championship golf courses is among the finest in America and is proud to host the PGA TOUR’s Valspar Championship every March. With over 300 spacious guest rooms and suites, 65,000 square feet of newly renovated conference facilities and the luxurious Salamander Spa, Innisbrook is the perfect place for leisurely getaways and group meetings.

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10 Facts About: Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe

At Oasis Consulting Group we think it is important to highlight companies that are successful and doing good things in their communities, so each Friday we will Feature one company on our Blog and Social Media Pages. 

Check out 10 Facts about Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe, and stop by their website, westcoastblacktheatre.org, to check them out.

Address: 1012 N. Orange Ave. Sarasota, FL 34236

Phone Number: (941) 366-1505

Instagram Account: @westcoastblacktheatretroupe

Website: westcoastblacktheatre.org

Their mission is to produce professional theatre that promotes and celebrates African American history and experience, engages a broad base of patrons and audiences, supports the development of a dynamic group of aspiring artists and builds self-esteem in youth of color.

Here are 10 Additional Facts about Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe:

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Nate Jacobs started the Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe as a not-for-profit, 501(c)(3), with five founding members: Apphia Campbell, Jnana Wilson Cooper, Henry Porter II, his sister Tsadok Porter, and Teresa Stanley. Some have become professionals in the field, while others have gone on to different careers. However, when possible, they perform with WBTT for specific events or limited engagements.

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10 Facts About: The Fuzzy Pineapple

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At Oasis Consulting Group we think it is important to highlight companies that are successful and doing good things in their communities, so each Friday we will Feature one company on our Blog and Social Media Pages. 

Check out 10 Facts about The Fuzzy Pineapple, and stop by their website, thefuzzypineapple.com, to check them out.

Address: 1205 S. Adams St. Tallahassee, FL 32301

Phone Number: (850) 566-5661

Instagram Account: @thefuzzypineapple

Website: thefuzzypineapple.com

Stand out with custom art, clothing and accessories from this boutique that Nefetari Dennard started in 2007.  They love making custom projects and are currently working on a product customization app for almost everything in store. You design it and they create it for you!

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The Fuzzy Pineapple is an art, apparel, and accessory company based in Tallahassee, Florida, USA that specializes in handmade and customized art work. Our style is characterized as “where candy meets culture.”

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10 Facts About: Stage Aurora Theatrical Company

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At Oasis Consulting Group we think it is important to highlight companies that are successful and doing good things in their communities, so each Friday we will Feature one company on our Blog and Social Media Pages. 

Check out 10 Facts about Stage Aurora Theatrical Company, and stop by their website, www.stageaurora.org, to check them out.

Address: 5166 Norwood Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32208

Phone Number: (904) 765-7373

Instagram Account: @stageauroratheatrical

Website: http://www.stageaurora.org

Stage Aurora Theatrical Company, Inc., theatre that enlightens, launched its Mainstage of Theatre, Dance, and Music in 2000 under the leadership of Darryl Reuben Hall. Stage Aurora began as an opportunity to provide the underserved community of Jacksonville’s Northside with professional theatre reflecting the Black experience. We aim to build bridges of understanding between cultures in relation to the human experience.

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Stage Aurora works have performed nationally in various states. In New York City, Stage Aurora is quickly making its mark with original productions The Dinner (2015 Midtown International Theatre Festival), and Drawn from the Water (St. James Presbyterian Church/ Harlem and Renew Queens in Astoria, NY), having received some support from the Dramatists Guild Fund, Actor’s Equity Association, National Alliance for Musical Theatre, and the Queens Council on the Arts. Also, Darryl Reuben Hall’s Frat House (Atlanta Black Theatre Festival).

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10 Facts About: Growers Alliance Café and Gift Shop

At Oasis Consulting Group we think it is important to highlight companies that are successful and doing good things in their communities, so each Friday we will Feature one company on our Blog and Social Media Pages. 

Check out 10 Facts about Growers Alliance Cafe and Gift Shop, and stop by their website, growersalliance.com, to check them out.

Address: 322 Anastasia Blvd, St. Augustine, FL 32080

Phone Number: (904) 371-7869

Instagram Account: @growers_alliance_coffee

Website: growersalliance.com

They are located in beautiful St. Augustine, Florida.  They offer all of their pesticide free coffee’s and teas by the cup in their café and our drive through window, for fast TOGO service! They also serve food, beer, and wine.  So come enjoy some free WIFI, live music, and their gift shop!

Here are 10 Additional Facts about Growers Alliance Café and Gift Shop:

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Growers Alliance was founded by Martin Kabaki and Purity Gikunju who grew up on coffee growers in Kenya. Click here to see a quick video about their story.

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