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On Friday, October 30 at the Hyatt Regency in Chicago, IL, ESSENCE editors and some of the most brillant speakers will blow into the windy city at the ESSENCE Empowerment Conference. This day of transformation will be the perfect environment for our experts to share strategies and resources to help registrants achieve the success they're striving for. It's a day to get tips on how you can transform your finances; transition to a new career; launch, nurture and grow your business; network... (continue reading)

The nightly line up has been set for the 2009 ESSENCE Music Festival presented by Coca Cola. It's the Ultimate Party Weekend in New Orleans July 3-5 and you don't want to miss it! Beyonce', John Legend and Ne-Yo kick off the Festival Friday night. Maxwell, Anita Baker and Robin Thicke take the stage Saturday; Lionel Richie and Teena Marie close out Sunday with our All-Star Salute to Maze featuring Frankie Beverly with music tributes and a performance by the legends themselves. We've got... (continue reading)

Essence Celebrates Black Hollywood

From the silver screen to those behind the scenes, check out our celebrity-filled salute to Tinseltown!

- Read exclusive Q&A interviews with Don Cheadle, Kerry Washington, Raven-Symone, Paula Patton and More

- See our Spike Lee movie tribute photo gallery

- Check out who's on the Black Hollywood Power List

Can Black men and women really be monogamous? Essence wants to hear both sides of the story: male and female

Please take this brief, anonymous poll and tell us about your relationship experiences - then encourage your mates, friends and family to take it too. The results will appear in an upcoming issue of the magazine. Thank You.

Monogamy Survey for Men: Click Here

Monogamy Survey for Women Click Here

Will You Marry Me?
In Essence.com's second annual special, six Black men propose marriage to the special ladies in their lives. Watch the videos on essence.com to find out how the women reacted, then vote for your favorite couple to win the ultimate wedding and honeymoon, courtesy of Royal Caribbean International.

Visit to essence.com right now to:

-Watch the video proposals and see the women's reactions

-Learn more about the... (continue reading)