All Red Headed Ginger People are Now Black? Well, According to Tik Tok They Are and The Plans for the Cookout Are in the Works

Renaissance Austin
While it may have been earlier in the year that Tik Toker, @Deiaratherootworker, eluded to the idea that all red heads, better known as the Ginger community, are Black people, it was not until around May 6th that a 'reminder' was sent to the Tik Tok community. "All Gingers ARE Black people." Assumed to be a joke or satire at first, this one post began changing the lives of Black Tik Tok and the Ginger community like never before. Now viral, we began seeing Gingers making really funny memes about being "white" one day and suddenly Black the next day. These tik toks were hilariously eye-opening showcasing senses of humor we did not know we needed.

Along with this claim came opposing opinions on both sides of each community, but @Deiaratherootworker followed up each consecutive day with scientific and mythological evidence. After a while Ginger Tik Tokers began posting heartfelt and tear jerking videos of how they were bullied and picked on as children by their peers and even some family members. Even into their adult years they were not fully accepted by all of the White community. Sympathizing with the Ginger community, Black Tik Tok immediately embraced all red heads causing chains to be broken and freedom to reign. 

"We had no clue that Gingers were being treated this way", Black Tik Tokers stated of the Ginger community. "Welcome home. Welcome to the cookout". With the Black community spreading their arms wide, the Ginger community made no hesitation and ran right into the embrace. As a matter of fact as FYP pages began filling up with content from red heads, many Blacks started questioning appearances and genetic makeup as a plethora Gingers actually looked black, or mixed, or carried unique features. Even their lifestyles and family cultures were hip, natural, and native to their own upbringing. Most Gingers stated that they always felt in between or 'othered'. And diving into comment sections we began seeing true stories of Ginger family members who had taken DNA test and found profound percentages of African ancestry.

I, myself, have real Ginger cousins. One being my co-worker whom I met working as a flight attendant in Utah. We both come from the very strong Mary Queen of Scotts branch. A branch that tentacles out to smaller branches of both Black and White communities. Oh, and let's not forget a lineage of red heads, which my co-worker is. 

Overall, we cannot un-see nor undo the beautiful unity that has been created and will forever be lifelong. If you've missed the boat get over to Tik Tok now and join the love. You will find Tik Tokers posting childhood and life photos of them always having Black Friends and vice versa for the Black Community. Many Blacks and Gingers have been married for years and reared beautiful families. The talent alone is unspeakable. From poets, writers, business people, and soulful singers, they have touched our souls and made us swoon. And are still growing in followings by the thousands. The most beautiful side to this movement is the Tik Toker who never posts, but finally made their first post to share their own message.

Once my tears were dry and both communities continuously egged on a cookout, my nerdy business woman vision activated. Within one night and a day I laid out guidelines through an outline to help those plan a cookout anywhere in the world. Considering that some commenters stated they did not know how to plan large parties, I took to the tasks to help make this vision manifest. There is now no excuse for not planning cookout to bring us together and shut down the narrative that has been fed to us for hundreds of years.

Ladies and Gentlemen the Outline for the Black and Ginger Family Community Cookout is not complete. Please use as a guide to help plan your parties. If I have left anything out simply write it in.

Outline for the Black and All Ginger Family Community Cookout


Prepared by Renaissance Austin

OVERVIEW & PURPOSE

The purpose of the All Gingers and Black community cookout is to start on the good foot with a ‘celebration of love, acceptance, and belonging’ (cite: Tiffany D. Santana). The Cookout will involve music, food, drinks, activities, sports, arts and crafts, conversation and laughter. This event can take place twice a year on January 12th (International Kiss A Ginger Day) and June 19th (Juneteenth Celebration). This allows us to physically come together about every six months on a national and International scale. Smaller groups of the Black and Ginger communities can coordinate and meet as often as they like on any date throughout the year. Consider matching T-shirts or color coordination for your region.

SPONSORSHIP OPTIONS

This is an option for sun care/sunscreen sponsorship after you have collected data on your first year or two of the cookout! Some companies may say no at first but continue to write proposals along with this outline, and a media kit which will show the numbers, photos, and good time we are having. Social Justice organizations may also find interest in supporting these events by covering major costs through sponsorship and donations to curb out-of-pocket costs at some point in the future. Let’s be sure to support small and local businesses as well. 

LOCATION IDEAS

  1. A public park with possible options of plenty of trees, grassy space, a tennis court, basketball court, skate park, or community/recreation center (Please check for park permits you may need)

  2. A private property with plenty of land and space (Please check local noise ordinances for your neighborhood. If you are far away from people than you don’t have to worry about that)

  3. A hotel, banquet hall or event space

  4. Depending on how many family members are expected, a tavern, pub or restaurant with a larger private family room for larger parties

  5. A local open floor plan theater

SET UP

  1. Choose a fun theme

  2. For parks and open private spaces consider a canopy or tent company. Or, members can bring their own unless they are flying in. Please research a party shade company to protect Ginger skin or anyone who burns easily.

  3. 6ft to 8ft tables + Park tables and benches

  4. Chairs or members may bring their own

  5. Speakers/Sound system/Microphones/MC

  6. DJ, Live Band, or Bluetooth playlist

  7. Power Generators

  8. On-site Bartender

  9. On-site Taco Chef 

  10. Food truck option

  11. Like the beach or a park, members can choose their own place to sit or if at a private property patio areas may already be provided

  12. Create an arts and craft section

  13. Create a “Conversation/Social Lounge”. A separate area where people can gather to talk and relax so that they won’t have to go from family to family section.

  14. Photo Booth Rental option 

  15. Portable restroom and handwashing station options

  16. Check-In Table/Tent

SANITATION, ESSENTIALS, SUSTAINABILITY

Encourage members to bring their own reusable tumblers and tupperware dishes for to-go plates if not traveling from far or flying in. Also Uline is just an option. Amazon works as well. If your local suppliers have everything you need please support them. Not everyone lives close to a city and many families have to order items online.

THE FOOD SPREAD

We are a community stemming from all walks of life and regions of the country where many areas have popular cuisines that are the aesthetic of the culture and lifestyle of said communities. While I am plant-based I would never force a particular meal plan. Just be mindful of all dairy, peanut, and nut allergies. Also, pineapples, bananas, and tomatoes, and any other allergies I may have missed. For all members attending a cookout do inform your host of any allergies you may have. Bring all medications, epipens and whatever you need for personal medical conditions. For a well rounded spread with the hopes of everyone being fed lovingly please consider the following diverse meal plan: 

  1. Drinks

    1. Water, Traditional Lemonade, Sweet Tea, Fruit juices, sodas, Jamaica, Horchata, Tamarind

    2. Iced Coffee, Tea, Cafe de Olla, Chai Lattes, Green Tea Lattes

      1. Dairy milk, plant milk, dairy creamer (mocha, hazelnut, French Vanilla, Irish cream, caramel), plant creamer, white sugar, raw sugar, stevia in the raw, honey, etc.

    3. Beer, Tito's Vodka, Gin, Etc. If alcohol will be present

    4. White, pink, red wine, sparkling cider, champagne

    5. Fruit Smoothies, refreshing summer fruit drinks, mock tails 

  2. Seasonal fresh fruit

  3. Garden salad; Mediterranean salad

    1. Dressings: Italian, Ranch, Balsamic, Thousand Island, Homemade, Lemon garlic

  4. Side dishes

    1. greens, candied yams, mac n cheese, pasta salad, potato salad, cornbread, hot water cornbread, sweet rolls, baked beans, roasted russet potatoes, baked asparagus, baked heirloom carrots, string beans, green beans, black bean, refried beans, spanish rice, white and brown rice, cream of mushroom rice, mixed veggies, steamed broccoli, cauliflower, mashed potatoes, (sauteéd onion, bellpepper, carrots), candied carrots, Sauteéd mushrooms, corn and flour tortillas (gluten-free options),  various skewers, jollof rice options

    2. Bake Potato Bar Option

      1. Baked potatoes

      2. Sauteéd mushrooms 

      3. Butter (Plant-based options)

      4. Sour cream (Plant-based options)

      5. Bacon bits (Plant-based options)

      6. Shredded cheese (Plant-based options)

      7. Chives

      8. Salsa

      9. Salt 

      10. Pepper

  5. Main Dishes

    1. Spaghetti & Meatballs (also: non-meat or plant-based options)

    2. Chicken Alfredo (Gluten-free/Plant-based option)

    3. Shrimp Alfredo ((Gluten-free/Plant-based option)

    4. Shrimp and Grits

    5. Biscuits and Gravy 

    6. Fried tofu skewers and peanut sauce or sweet and sour sauce

    7. BBQ Tofu over quinoa

    8. Garlic lemon shrimp, chicken, jackfruit, or tofu

    9. Caldo de Pollo (Mexican Chicken Soup or Jackfruit option)

    10. Tamales (red, green, chile, sweet elote, pineapple, strawberry, vegan bean, veggie)

    11. Street Tacos (meat, veggie, potato, jackfruit, mushroom, shrimp, fish)

  6. Burger & Hot Dog Bar Option

    1. Beef Patties

    2. Turkey Patties

    3. Veggie Patties

    4. Hot Dogs

    5. Plant Sausage

    6. White onion Rings

    7. Chopped Onion

    8. Crispy fried onion toppings

    9. Cheese options (Plant-based options)

    10. Sliced Tomato

    11. Lettuce

    12. Pickles

    13. Relish

    14. Mustard

    15. Thousand Island

    16. Mayo (Plant-based options)

    17. BBQ sauce

    18. Burger buns (Gluten-Free options)

    19. Lettuce wrap burger options

  7. Poultry

    1. Fried Chicken

    2. Baked Chicken

    3. Chicken wings (various flavors)

  8. Ribs

  9. Seafood

    1. Garlic lemon rosemary salmon or cod

    2. Baked or fried red snapper or other local fried fish

    3. Catfish; catfish nuggets/bites

    4. Cajun shrimp or fish

    5. Gumbos and jambalaya 

  10. Condiments

    1. Ketchup

    2. Mustard

    3. Mayo

    4. Malt Vinegar

    5. Hot Sauces

    6. Salt and Pepper

    7. Garlic powder

    8. Onion Powder

    9. Italian seasoning

    10. Relish

    11. Salad dressings

    12. Salsa rojas

    13. Salsa verde

    14. Guacamole

    15. Honey BBQ sauces

  11. Dessert Station Options

    1. Apple pie, blueberry pie, sweet potato pie, pecan pie, red velvet cake/cupcakes, carrot cake/cupcake, cake pops, customized cookout cookies, chocolate chip, oatmeal raisin, sugar cookies, lemon pound cake, lemon squares, pineapple upside down cake, ice cream if freezer is provided, peach cobbler, banana pudding, chocolate mousse pudding, cheese cakes, fresh mixed berries with whipped cream and honey and fudge drizzle, key lime pie, Sorbets

ARRANGEMENT OF FOOD SPREAD SETUP 

Per my background in sanitation consider the combined table setup for food spread (left to right)



Coffee Tea

Lattes &

Condiments

Fresh juices

lemonades

Plates bowls utensils

Salads

Side dishes

Main dishes

Fish

Seafood

Fried/Baked Chicken

Ribs




COOLERS

Water Cooler

Soda cooler

Beer and Wine Cooler

Ice only cooler w/scooper

STATION OPTIONS

Smoothie Stations w/ Fresh Fruit

Baked Potato Station

Burger Station

Dessert Station

Note: Remember that there are many plant-based substitutions for all foods listed. Setup will also depend on how many tables are provided and location. At Parks where park tables and benches are provided food can be arranged by category separately on each table. 

ACTIVITIES

Our diverse community is now more diversified than ever. I hope these activities cover what members like. Please consider bringing fun activities for kids and adults. Ideas are below.

  • Arts and Crafts

  1. Crochet and knitting projects

  2. Embroidery/ Tapestry projects

  3. Face painting

  4. Rock painting

  5. Watercolor/acrylic painting

  6. Paper crafts

  7. Bracelet making

  8. Toys and Tablets

  • Table Games

    1. Playing cards

    2. Dominoes

    3. Chess

    4. Additional board games

  • Sports

    1. Basketball

    2. Tennis

    3. Golf

    4. Cornhole

    5. Horseshoes

    6. Potato sack race

    7. Super Soakers

    8. Tag

    9. Tag Football

    10. Darts

  • Miscellaneous 

    1. Castle Jumpers

    2. Water slides

    3. Photo Sharing and Exchange, Photo Booth, AirDrop

    4. $5 Minimum Gift exchange/Raffle tickets/Gift cards

MUSIC

Let’s be a little bit Country and a little bit of Rock n’ Roll! Diversified playlists for the win. Let’s start with the 60’s and 70’s classic rock, funk, and soul music, 80’s top 40’s, 90’s R&B and party music, California Love. Throw in some Britney, Brandy, and Boy Bands of the 2000’s. Can’t forget that Memphis native, Justin Timberlake. Justin Bieber! Rascal Flatts. Hip hop and pop music. So many great artists! Yall got this! Again, consider a live band, DJ, or playlist. Also, if you are an independent, unsigned, small label, or local artist be sure to contact your host to get an MP3 file of your single to them or the DJ so that your music can be added into the mix! We support you! Bring in a dance floor if the space allows and does not have one. Musicians please bring ukuleles and acoustic guitars. AND YOU CAN’T FORGET THE NEW ANTHEM “RED VELVET IN THE BUILDING”!



“SOCIAL BEAN BAG LOUNGE”

If at a park or open space create a social area where everyone can gather in one place to talk and share instead of going from family section to family section. This is an area where musicians can play their instruments or members can just converse. 

FOOD RECIPE VISUALS (CONT.)

   

 

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With Love,

Renaissance

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