Former Student At Gary Comer Youth Center Will Speak At Annual Luncheon
The Gary Comer Youth Center (GCYC) will host its annual benefit luncheon on Oct. 12 at The Fairmont Chicago and Breana Brown, a former GCYC student, will be a featured speaker at the event. Brown credits her childhood mentors from the GCYC with providing her with the support she needed to attend and complete college.
Report Lists 308 Black Corporate Directors of America's 500 Largest Public Companies, Identifies 187 Corporations with No Black Directors
Black Enterprise (BE) has released its latest exclusive report on African American representation on the corporate boards of 500 of America's largest publicly traded companies today at BlackEnterprise.com. The media company identifies 308 African American directors at S&P 500 companies, including JPMorgan Chase & Co., Prudential Financial Inc., ExxonMobil, and FedEx Corp., on the BLACK ENTERPRISE Registry of Corporate Directors. In addition, the report reveals 184 companies with no African American representation among their boards of directors.
THE HYDE PARK CHAMBER OF COMMERCE REBRANDS ANNUAL FALL EVENT
Over the weekend, the Hyde Park Chamber of Commerce hosted their annual fall festival which is now known as the Fall Forward Festival. The event was strategically rebranded based on community feedback and to make sure the festival was inclusive and inviting to all.
Shedd Aquarium Extends Illinois Free Days To After Hours Events
The Shedd Aquarium is offering free admission for Illinois residents now through the end of the month and the Free Day incentive has also been extended to special After Hours events that take place most Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. The Shedd Aquarium’s Free Days are designed to remove cost barriers and make the facility as accessible as possible for Illinois residents
LOCAL EMMY AWARD-WINNING FILMMAKER RELEASES WHOLE FOODS ENGLEWOOD DOCUMENTARY
Local film-maker and Emmy award-winning video editor, Don Howze, produced, “Whole Foods Englewood, Changing Chicago’s Food Desert,” a 30- minute documentary film that first aired in April 2017. Now, Howze is releasing the film to the public on Amazon where it is available for purchase.
Gwendolyn Brooks Academy Partners With Schuler Scholar Program
Starting this year, Gwendolyn Brooks College Preparatory Academy, a CPS selective enrollment high school in Pullman, will partner with the Schuler Scholar Program which will provide free on-site programming that will encourage academic success and open doors to colleges around the country for students.
WORKSHOP WEDNESDAYS AT SSC OFFER HELP WITH CAREER-RELATED TOPICS
The Career Development and Job Center at South Suburban College (SSC), 15800 State St. in South Holland, recently launched Workshop Wednesday’s which are being held every Wednesday during the fall semester at 10 a.m., noon, and 2 p.m. Students and community members are invited to attend the short 30-minute workshops to get a quick bit of advice on a number of career-related topics.
FROM THE HIT TV SHOW BRING IT - DANCER SUNJAI WILLIAMS DEBUTS HER NEW “SUNJAI DOLL”
Television personality and dancer Sunjai Williams from the hit TV show Bring it, has partnered with renowned doll designer Stacey McBride-Irby of IamUdolls to create a fashion doll in her likeness.
Astellas Announces Launch of ‘What's Next Sweepstakes’ with Laila Ali
Astellas Pharma US, Inc., recently announced the launch of the "What's Next Sweepstakes," sponsored by Myrbetriq® (mirabegron). Fans age 18 and older can enter for a chance to win a trip for two to Los Angeles to attend a spring 2019 taping of ABC's hit show "Dancing with the Stars" (DWTS).
$7.1 Million of Funding Now Active for 427 Potential Cook County Homeowners
The Neighborhood Housing Services of Chicago (NHS Chicago) recently hosted a two-day event at McCormick Place to connect national down payment program NeighborhoodLift, a national mortgage assistance program sponsored by Wells Fargo, with prospective Cook County homeowners.
New Food Pantry Doubles As A Community Resource And Vocational Program
A grand opening ceremony was recently held for the Blue Cap Food Pantry located on 2155 Broadway St. in Blue Island. The Food Pantry is partnering with the Greater Chicago Food Depository and will be mostly operated by people with intellectual disabilities as a way for them to learn vocational skills and prepare for future employment opportunities.
COMED HOSTS FREE BRONZEVILLE MICROGRID SHOWCASE AND JOB FAIR
The Microgrid Showcase and Job Fair, hosted by ComEd, will take place at the Illinois Institute of Technology’s Hermann Hall from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 15 and will give an update on the installation of Bronzeville's Microgrid while the accompanying job fair will provide information about energy jobs.
Free Mental Health Workshop and Film Screening To Be Held At DuSable Museum
The DuSable Museum of African American History, 740 E. 56th Pl., will host a Mental Health Workshop and screening of Dr. Darnell Lamont Walker’s, prize-winning film “Outside The House” Sept. 14, at 5:30 PM. The film, along with the workshop, will address the realities of mental health in black families and communities.
Up to One Million Dollars in Financing to Be Awarded to Ethnic Minority Companies in ‘Shark Tank’-like Business Competition
Minority business owners have historically found it difficult to gain access to capital. This funding often plays a big part in determining between the success and failure of the business. Studies have shown that financial, human, and social capital, as well as racial discrimination, are primarily responsible for disparities between non-minority and minority businesses. Achieving parity is key to significant U.S. economic growth, creating new jobs and raising wages in economically disadvantaged communities.
Target Expands Holiday Assortment to Offer More Than 2,500 New and Exclusive Toys
New this year, to make shopping Bullseye's Top Toys even more easy and fun, Target has created an online experience that showcases top toys by key trends of the season
The Miracle Center debuts world premiere theatrical adaption of ‘There’s a Coquí in my Shoe!’ as part of DESTINOS
The Miracle Center, 2311 N. Pulaski Rd. in Chicago’s Logan Square/ Hermosa community, presents the world premiere of Th ere’s a Coquí in My Shoe! as part of DESTINOS – the 2nd Chicago International Latino Th eater Festival.
Holsten Human Capital Presents 20Development (HHCD) 18 Community Sustainability Awards
For the past eight years, HHCD has honored individuals who are committed to encouraging, guiding and providing support to the communities and families we serve, while instilling the never-give-up attitude needed to succeed. This year, we have chosen to honor two groups: those that helped us grow through art and architecture, and residents who have given time or talent to help others while demonstrating what community means” comments Jackie Holsten.
THE WOODLAWN PROVIDES UNIQUE OPPORTUNITIES FOR SOUTH SIDERS TO GET CREATIVE
Woodlawn owner Donnell Digby created The Woodlawn in Avalon Park, to be whatever the community needs “After moving back, I started to realize there are a lot of big gaps in our community for resources and outlets and activities for young adults and kids to do and that’s where The Woodlawn kind of came into creation for me,” said Digby.
Peoples Energy Welcome Pavilion Offi cially Opens at Navy Pier, Private Dedication Ceremony Held Sept. 20
Navy Pier, one of the most attended and iconic destinations in the Midwest, has opened its new Peoples Energy Welcome Pavilion, a 4,000-square foot facility designed to welcome guests and offer a variety of information as they arrive and navigate the Pier. Located in Polk Bros Park, the Pavilion features a 35-foot, state-of-the-art digital screen, which displays an overview of Navy Pier, Peoples Gas and Chicago’s shared history, in addition to sustainability facts and welcome greetings in various languages to honor the more- than-9 million diverse guests who visit the Pier annually.
