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ART & SOUL: Hamptons, a Summer Festival for Arts & Culture Enthusiasts

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Dr Georgette GrierKey Chief Curator of Eastville Community Historical Society

ART & SOUL: Hamptons, a Summer Festival of Arts & Culture Returns for it’s 3rd Year, in Partnership with the SOUTHAMPTON AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSEUM and the SOUTHAMPTON ARTS CENTER

Southampton, New York Jun 11, 2024 (Issuewire.com) – Join us July 19 & 20, 2024 at ART & SOUL: Hamptons for a weekend filled with art and cultural experiences, celebrating influential and emerging BIPOC artists living in the Hamptons community and beyond. The series of experimental events will encourage people to visit Southampton to engage and connect with artists of color, as well as support art and cultural organizations who are passionate about diversity in the arts. Curated experiences include an art walk, culinary experience, film screening, live music and entertainment, a cocktail party, and more.

ART & SOUL: Hamptons will kick off on July 19th at the Southampton Arts Center — a hub that is helping to strengthen arts and culture for the entire community. Featured artists include Art Sims and Reynoir Lewis. A culinary tasting will be presented by the Black Culinary Expo featuring Chef Sandy Pierre, Chef Osei Blackett, and Chef Ronica Copes. New England Sweetwater will host a sipping experience and educate guests about their spirits and cocktails, handcrafted in New Hampshire at their family-owned distillery. To enhance the Hamptons experience, there will be champagne toasts, live music, beauty and lifestyle activations, and a wellness lounge. The evening will end with ‘Art After Dark’, after party hosted in the sculpture garden.

On July 20th, Jeremy Dennis will host a private guided museum tour of Ma’s House & BIPOC Art Studio where guests will learn about the history, culture, and contributions by the Native American Shinnecock Tribe. Following the art tour, visitors are encouraged to participate in the ‘Art Walk’ happening in Southampton – the art hub of the Hamptons, where they can view artwork by the artists in residency.

The first stop will be at the Southampton African American Museum (SAAM), founded by Brenda Simmons. “I’m proud to say this is SAAM’s 3rd year partnering with ART & SOUL: Hamptons. They have been profoundly instrumental in inviting, enlightening, and engaging visitors from near and far to the Hamptons, who are discovering the rich history of art and culture contributed by the BIPOC community”, says Simmons. Artist Alvin Clayton’s latest art collection premieres at SAAM on July 20th.

The second stop will be at the Southampton Arts Center, featuring artwork by various artists participating in the ‘Beyond The Streets: Post Graffiti’ art exhibition. Southampton Art Center’s mission is building community through the Arts, and we are delighted to once again collaborate with ART & SOUL: Hamptons and our neighbors at SAAM and Ma’s House to welcome all to the center and engage with us!” says Strassfield.

The third and final stop of the art walk will be at Hidden Gem NY, a home decor and lifestyle boutique owned by sisters Tanya Willock and Temidra Willock-Morsch. After visiting the vibrant art organizations in Southampton, a private brunch will be co-hosted by Brown Skin Brunchin’.

The festival wraps up with an opening reception to celebrate artist Alvin Clayton‘s residency at the Southampton African American Museum, which is available for viewing through October 2024. Guests will enjoy an interactive digital experience, live music and entertainment, soul food and Caribbean bites, and Caribbean-inspired cocktails sponsored by New England Sweetwater. A screening of ‘CROWN’, a short film that celebrates Black hair, will be presented by co-writer/co-director Karisma Jay.

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SOUTHAMPTON AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSEUM was founded and created by Brenda Simmons to promote an understanding and appreciation of African American culture by creating programs that will preserve the past, encourage learning, and enhance the life of the community.

SOUTHAMPTON ARTS CENTER provides a dynamic venue to present the highest quality programming to the entire community through partnerships with a diverse slate of world-class artists, performers, educators, and cultural institutions.

MA’S HOUSE & BIPOC ART STUDIO is a project that serves as a communal art space based on the Shinnecock Indian Reservation in Southampton, NY. The family house, built in the 1960s, features a residency program for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), an art studio, and a library, along with hosting an array of art and history-based programs for tribe members and the broader local community.

BLACK CULINARY EXPO is a culinary experience highlighting Black-owned restaurants, caterers, and chefs. The platform hosts experiences that highlight Black Culinarians, while providing visibility to entrepreneurs within the industry, including wine and spirits.

WLNG 92.1 FM is an oldies/adult hits radio station licensed to Sag Harbor, New York, and serving the Hamptons and Eastern Long Island, but over the years it has reached out, and today can be heard in the Towns of Brookhaven, and the Coastline of Connecticut and Rhode Island. WLNG is owned and operated by Bark Out Loud Dogs Media, LLC, a company led by meteorologist Bill Evans and his wife Sandra Foschi.

ABOUT ART & SOUL: HAMPTONS:

ART & SOUL: Hamptons is a weekend festival designed to highlight, showcase, and celebrate art created by influential and emerging Black, Indigenous, and Artists of Color living in the Hamptons and beyond. It was created by Yaya Reyes, who curates a series of experimental events to encourage people to visit Southampton to engage and connect with artists of color, as well as support art and cultural organizations who are passionate about diversity in the arts. The weekend will consist of an art walk, culinary experiences, spirit and cocktail tastings, live music and entertainment, film screening, fireside chats, a celebration of Black hair, supporting local Black-owned businesses, and learning about the Native American Shinnecock tribe.

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Yaya Reyes, Chief Culture Creator

ART & SOUL: Hamptons

Instagram: @ArtandSoulHamptons

VIP guests at the after partyVIP guest admiring artwork during the outdoor art exhibitionVIP guests ESNAVI and husband Elijah BlandDJ Zeke and wife Tiffany posing at the private VIP brunch

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Former PlayStation CTO publishes Ink and Blessing on Amazon, Reimagining Baby Boy and Girl names in kanji

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Top baby names from England and Wales are reimagined through Ateji, pairing sound and meaning in auspicious kanji.

Tokyo, Japan, 17th Jun 2026 – Office Chatani, Inc. (President and CEO: Masayuki Chatani) has released worldwide on Amazon the book series *Ink & Blessing (England & Wales Edition)*, which reinterprets the meanings and blessings embedded in names through Japan’s traditional kanji culture.

Based on the Top 50 baby names in England and Wales published by the Office for National Statistics, the 2026 edition applies the traditional Japanese technique of Ateji, pairing sound with meaning through carefully selected kanji. Intended for readers in the United Kingdom and beyond, the books introduce a Japanese perspective in which parental wishes are entrusted to the meaning of each character. Kanji are carefully selected to harmonize with the sound of each name while conveying auspicious and beautiful meanings.

Rather than a simple translation, the series presents names as poetic expressions by layering sound and meaning, proposing a new form of naming where culture and art intersect. These Japanese names-inspired interpretations offer a new perspective on name meaning while bridging Western naming traditions and Japanese culture.

 

Beyond Translation: The Harmony of Sound and Meaning in Ateji

The selection of kanji in this book goes beyond literal or sequential translation. While Western naming conventions often rely on historical or religious references, the Japanese writing system allows each character to function independently as both meaning and sound. Rather than mechanically substituting information, this work applies Ateji by matching the phonetics of English-language names with kanji that carry auspicious meanings, adding new cultural value.

For example, the name “Oliver,” which remains popular in the United Kingdom and derives from the olive tree, a symbol of peace. This book assigns the kanji (O-Ri-Ba). This interpretation expresses a wish for a life guided by sound principles and flourishing prosperity, conveying not merely characters but the deeper intention carried within the name.

 

From Digital Extremes to the Timeless Value of Ink

Masayuki Chatani, former CTO of Sony Computer Entertainment and a key architect of the PlayStation platform, is now active as a digital and AI advisor for executives. His return to the analog world of calligraphy reflects a desire to redefine value through the fusion of advanced technology and traditional culture.

Having spent decades designing software systems, Chatani defines kanji as a refined logical code of the human spirit developed over thousands of years. In an era where information is increasingly abstracted into data, this book was conceived from the belief that handwritten calligraphy remains an essential cultural asset to be passed on to future generations.

Ateji, a “Blessing Code,” is where digital innovation and tradition intersect.

Key Features

– Fusion of tradition and modernity: Popular names from England and Wales redefined through traditional Ateji.
– Original calligraphy: All brushwork featured in the books was created and digitized by Masayuki Chatani, who also works as a calligrapher under the art name KouTetsu Chatani.
– Personal discovery: An opportunity to explore hidden layers of name meaning and uncover new perspectives on identity.

Practical and Cultural Applications

This series is designed not only as a name reference, but also as a cultural and artistic resource.

1. Use as a gift or for appreciation
Featuring original calligraphy by KouTetsu Chatani, the hardcover edition is particularly suitable as a new baby gift or as a present for enthusiasts of Japanese culture.

2. Inspiration for naming
The books provide a new perspective by integrating Japanese character-based intentions into Western naming traditions, including contemporary baby boy names and girl names.

3. Promotion of multicultural understanding
By engaging with the structure of kanji and the logic of Ateji, readers gain deeper insight into cultural concepts unique to the Japanese language.

 

Book Information

“Ink & Blessing (England & Wales Edition) – 50 Boy Baby Names in Auspicious Kanji”
“Ink & Blessing (England & Wales Edition) – 50 Girl Baby Names in Auspicious Kanji”

Author: Masayuki Chatani
Formats: eBook, Paperback, Hardcover
Retailer: Amazon

Author Profile

Masayuki Chatani (calligraphy name: KouTetsu Chatani) is President and CEO of Office Chatani, Inc. A former CTO of Sony Computer Entertainment, he played a leading role in the development of successive PlayStation platforms. He later held senior positions in technology strategy and AI transformation at Rakuten, KPMG, and McKinsey & Company. Currently active as both a business advisor and calligrapher, he continues to explore value creation at the intersection of advanced technology and traditional culture.

 

Ink & Blessing (England & Wales edition) – 50 Boy Baby Names in Auspicious Kanji

 

Ink & Blessing (England & Wales edition) – 50 Girl Baby Names in Auspicious Kanji

 

“Elijah” – A Calligraphy and its meanings

 

“Ivy” – A Calligraphy and its meanings

 

Caption:Calligraphy masterpieces by Masayuki (KouTetsu) Chatani

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Enso Markets Expands Multi-Jurisdictional B2B Compliance and Infrastructure

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Hong Kong, China, 17th Jun 2026 – In the institutional proprietary trading industry, the backend brokerage infrastructure plays a critical role in operational stability. As the market matures, proprietary trading firms increasingly require professional partners that offer transparent fund custody, institutional-grade execution, and clear operational accountability.

Enso Markets Ltd, a specialized B2B financial services provider, has structured its framework to serve as an institutional infrastructure partner for proprietary trading firms and institutional clients. Operating primarily in the B2B space, the company focuses on providing licensed execution infrastructure, white-label brokerage solutions, and specialized platform access.

Corporate Positioning and B2B Operations

Headquartered in Hong Kong at Lee Garden Three, Causeway Bay, Enso Markets Ltd (trading as EnsoMarket) coordinates its B2B operations through optimized trading servers located in Singapore. Over its approximately two years of operation, the company has deliberately focused on the corporate institutional sector rather than the direct retail trading market.

As the global prop trading ecosystem shifts toward models backed by formal financial infrastructure, the demand for clear oversight behind trading challenges has expanded. Enso Markets addresses this demand by delivering the technical and institutional framework required for institutional partners to manage volume systematically.

Multi-Jurisdictional Compliance Framework 

To establish a verifiable infrastructure footprint, Enso Markets has implemented a multi-layered regulatory and technical registration structure across multiple jurisdictions:

  1. US FinCEN MSB Registration: Enso Markets Ltd is registered as a Money Services Business (MSB) with the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), a bureau of the United States Department of the Treasury (Registration Number: 31000332540815). This registration aligns the entity’s transaction monitoring and anti-money laundering (AML) compliance structures with federal frameworks under the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA).
  2. Financial Services Authority Footprint: The company holds an international financial services registry under the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) of Saint Lucia (Company Registration Number: 2025-00575), providing a formalized framework for handling corporate international accounts and segregated administrative processes.
  3. MetaQuotes MT5 Master Infrastructure: On the technical layer, Enso Markets operates under a MetaTrader 5 (MT5) Master License issued directly by MetaQuotes. This institutional license grants the entity the capability to deploy and maintain server environments for downstream enterprise partners, ensuring that platform delivery complies directly with developer infrastructure standards.
  4. Specialized Trading Framework: The corporate ecosystem incorporates dedicated operational frameworks tailored specifically to the funded trader and proprietary trading structure, distinguishing its business model from standard retail brokerage activities.

Institutional Infrastructure Over Retail Metrics 

Because Enso Markets operates strictly on a B2B infrastructure model, its market footprint differs fundamentally from retail-facing brokers. The company’s operational compliance and performance metrics are verified through institutional dispute records, maintaining a clean record with zero operational withdrawal disputes or platform anomalies over its operational history.

Conclusion 

Enso Markets represents the evolving shift in the trading infrastructure sector toward specialized, B2B-focused institutions capable of supporting institutional clients with clear compliance credentials. By combining US federal-level FinCEN registrations with advanced MetaQuotes server deployment, the entity provides a structured and resilient framework tailored to the modern requirements of the proprietary trading industry.

For more information regarding the institutional infrastructure, visit the official website at https://ensomarket.com/

 

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Disclaimer: This publication is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, financial advice, legal advice, or an offer or solicitation to engage in any financial activity. Readers should conduct their own independent due diligence and consult qualified professionals before making any business or financial decisions.

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Explora Books Showcases What Seems to Be the Mystery at the 2026 Beijing International Book Fair

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Explora Books showcases What Seems to Be the Mystery: My Reflections by Nadeige Sanon Davilmar at the 2026 Beijing International Book Fair, this June 17–21 at the China National Convention Center (CNCC) in Beijing.

Released in May 2026 through Trilogy Christian Publishing, What Seems to Be the Mystery is a work of Christian reflection that invites readers to engage more deeply with scripture and explore its spiritual meaning. Written by Haitian-born, New York-based nurse and theologian Dr. Nadeige Sanon Davilmar, the book presents the author’s central perspective that “the Bible is a coding book that can be understood only with the help of the Holy Spirit.”

Blending personal testimony with theological reflection, Davilmar frames the book as both an exploration of faith and an invitation to spiritual dialogue. Through her writing, she seeks to encourage readers to approach scripture with openness, reflection, and a desire for deeper understanding.

“I am sure, like myself, there are many other people who are searching for the truth. And this book is like an opening to find the essence of the Bible,” Davilmar writes.

Guided by the proverb, “From the clashes of ideas gushes the flow of light,” the book emphasizes conversation and continued spiritual growth.

Central to Davilmar’s interpretation is the idea that scripture contains layers of meaning that extend beyond a surface reading. She describes the Bible as a “coding book,” proposing that its deeper truths are revealed through faith, reflection, and the guidance of the Holy Spirit. Through this framework, the book encourages readers to consider scripture not only as a historical and religious text but also as a source of ongoing personal and spiritual discovery.

Driven by her belief in sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ, Davilmar uses personal experience and spiritual reflection to encourage readers in their own search for meaning and purpose. Rather than presenting definitive answers, the book positions itself as an opening for contemplation and discussion, inviting readers to reflect on faith and engage with scripture in a personal way.

Dr. Nadeige Sanon Davilmar was born in Jacmel, Haiti, and has lived in New York City since 1984. Alongside a long-standing career as a nurse at Kings County Hospital, she has remained active in Christian ministry and theological study. Supported in her ministry by her husband, Pastor Clovis Davilmar, she brings together perspectives shaped by both healthcare and faith, informing the reflections presented throughout What Seems to Be the Mystery.

Attendees at the 2026 Beijing International Book Fair can view this reflective work of Christian spirituality at Explora Books’s booth 5A.B14 at CNCC in Beijing. 

What Seems to Be the Mystery: My Reflections is available through Amazon and other major digital bookstores.

About Explora Books

Explora Books is a book marketing firm located in the heart of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. The company specializes in self-publishing and marketing, taking pride in its exhaustive research and creative strategies that provide wider avenues for aspiring authors to gain recognition for their works. Explora Books aims to guide authors through the complexities of self-publishing, offering convenient solutions to navigate this process. The firm fosters and redefines creativity and innovation, setting new industry standards. Explora Books is dedicated to empowering authors globally.

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