Connections enables online networking among African-Americans in 24 local US markets. It's unique "People Map" helps 1stFriday.com members find other Blacks with similar interests.

Visiting the Napa Valley? Recently, The San Francisco Chronicle published their list of the best wineries to vising in the Napa area. Check out the list!

1stFriday.com, Inc. announces a new service to promote charitable giving within local Black communities. “Keep it in the Community” groups allow African-Americans in local markets to post online details of donations of used items (e.g. - books, children’s toys, baby items, clothing, electronic equipment, furniture). Charities, schools, families, non-profit organizations and individuals can respond to the posts and make arrangement for the pick-up and delivery of the items.

Today, even a mild cut or injury that leads to a visit to a hospital emergency room can cost thousands of dollars. Knowing in advance what your options are when contemplating a visit to an emergency room may save you or your family members a lot of money.