The Harry Potter Play Continues Its Story 19 Years Later
Ebony Blake began her theatrical journey in the sixth grade. But, being raised in the church and doing Christmas pageants and Easter speeches prepared her to speak in front of audiences. She loved to study and memorize her lines and liked seeing the excitement on people’s faces in the audience.
NAFSI 1916 Uses Food To Revitalize The South Shore Community
Donnell Digby opening NAFSI 1916 inside the South Shore Cultural Center is a full circle moment for the restauranteur. When he was younger, he was a caddie there and at Jackson Park Golf Course. He has always loved the idea of recreating community ecosystems. Born and raised on the South Side, he has been a real estate professional for 20 years.
Chicago Jazz Philharmonic Ignites 20th Anniversary Celebration with Havana Blue at the Kehrein Center for the Art
Chicago Jazz Philharmonic (CJP), in collaboration with Kehrein Center for the Arts, is excited to bring an unforgettable evening featuring the dynamic symphonic jazz masterpiece, Havana Blue as part of the 20th Anniversary Celebration! This vibrant concert will take place Saturday, November 2 at 7:00 PM at 5628 W Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL 60644.
EQUAL HOPE 2 ND ANNUAL BREASTAURANT TOUR RUNS THROUGH OCT. 31
Equal Hope, the non profit dedicated to eliminating racial disparities in the treatment of breast cancer, cervical cancer and other cancers, recently kicked off its 2nd Annual Breastaurant Tour, which runs Oct. 1- 31, Breast Cancer Awareness Month, to raise funds for the organization and highlight the importance of early screenings and treatment.
“Chicago Day of the Girl” Attended by More Than 350 Girls Celebrated the Empowerment of Sisterhood
The 13th Annual Chicago Day of the Girl was celebrated on Friday, October 11, 2024, in Chicago. The event brought together more than 350 girls to celebrate sisterhood on the International Day of the Girl. Girls Like Me Project, Inc. created and produced the Chicago event. Click here for a video recap of the event. Photos of the event can be found here
Grammy Award-Winning Artist and Philanthropist Lil Durk Celebrates Birthday with Chicago area Youth, National Prayer Day, and Nearly Sold-Out United Center Concert
Grammy Award-winning rapper and philanthropist Lil Durk returned to his hometown of Chicago for an unforgettable birthday weekend filled with community service, spiritual reflection, and a nearly sold-out benefit concert at the United Center.
Gift of Hope Organ & Tissue Donor Network Jackie D. Lynch Building Celebrates with a Community Open House
Gift of Hope Organ & Tissue Donor Network will hold its first Community Open House on October 29, 2024, at 7936 S. Cottage Grove, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. It is an opportunity to come see what Gift of Hope has accomplished this past year and hear about upcoming programming and events, as well as learn about the integral partner organizations sharing the space. The open house will include brief remarks, tours of the facility, and refreshments. Invited speakers include: Dr. Harry Wilkins, President/CEO, Gift of Hope Organ & Tissue Donor Network; President Scott, Chicago State University, Jack Lynch, retired Gift of Hope Senior Advisor, Illinois State Senator Elgie Sims, Jr., Alderwoman Michelle Harris and Alderman Will Hall and other elected officials.
COOK COUNTY COMMISSIONERS TO RESPOND TO ALARMING SYPHILIS STATISTICS THROUGHOUT CHICAGO AND COOK COUNTY
Monica Gordon-Cook County Commissioner 5th District- will be joined by her fellow Cook County Commissioners, Cook County Health Physicians, and other healthcare advocates in presenting to the public the recent alarming statistics concerning Syphilis.
Nationwide Art Initiative Brings Together Communities Promoting Health Equity and Unity
In this pivotal election year, as Americans face unprecedented health and social challenges, a groundbreaking new campaign is centering joy and redefining how we view the arts: not just as a form of expression or representation of culture but as a key component of community wellness. In just one day, Arts For EveryBody, a national initiative led by One Nation/One Project, showcased the power of our collective joy.
WELLNESS WEST FORUM TACKLES FOOD INSECURITY
Nearly 150 people gathered at the Garfield Park Conservatory on Oct. 10 for “Bridging the Equity Gap: Food Insecurity on the West Side” to discuss one of the most critical issues facing underserved neighborhoods in Chicago. The forum was hosted by Wellness West, a coalition of West Side organizations dedicated to creating a transformational continuity of care among hospitals, community health centers, community mental health centers, social services, and other critical points of care. The full program is available to view here.
Black Women Are Targets — and the Solution — in the Fight Against Election Misinformation
In today’s disinformation landscape, Black women aren’t just caught in the crossfire — we’re the bullseye. As a Black woman immersed in politics, I’ve seen the onslaught of lies, doctored images, and malicious rumors aimed at dismantling our leadership and eroding our voting power. But here’s the truth: we aren’t mere victims. We’re the frontline defense in this battle against digital deception.
Grammy-winning Artist and Philanthropist Lil Durk Welcomes Hundreds to Navy Pier for a Unity Day of Prayer Event to Celebrate his Birthday with a Benefit Concert at the United Center
Grammy-award-winning rapper and philanthropist Lil Durk will host a Unity Prayer Event on Saturday, October 19, at Navy Pier from 12 PM to 7 PM. The gathering will allow individuals from diverse backgrounds to focus on spiritual wellness, reflection, and community unity, aligning with the Health & Wellness pillar of Durk’s Neighborhood Heroes Foundation.
Hyde Park Union Church Celebrates 150 Years
Hyde Park Union Church is thrilled to announce the celebration of its 150th anniversary, a milestone that reflects a rich history of worship, ministry, education, and community engagement. The year-long celebration will kick off on Sunday, October 27th at the 10 AM service, followed by a luncheon, located at 5600 S. Woodlawn, Chicago, IL 60637.
100 Black Men of Chicago, Inc., Host 22nd Annual College Scholarship Fair
The 100 Black Men of Chicago, Inc. (100 BMC) host their 22nd Annual College Scholarship Fair (CSF) on Saturday, October 19, 2024, from 9am to 2:00pm at the Isadore and Sadie Dorin Forum, 725 W. Roosevelt Rd., Chicago, IL 60608.
October is National Liver Awareness Month, Do You Know Your Liver Health?
October is National Liver Awareness Month, and the American Liver Foundation (ALF) is encouraging everyone to take a quick quiz to find out if they’re at risk for liver disease, try a new 30-day liver healthy meal plan, and participate in free educational and community events held all month long.
Rep. Robin Kelly Hosts Roundtable of Healthcare, Research Stakeholders to Diversify Clinical Trials
Today at La Rabida Children’s Hospital, Congresswoman Robin Kelly (IL-02) brought together various healthcare and research stakeholders to hear about their efforts to diversify clinical trials. A diverse clinical trial, with participants of different races, genders, sex, and ages, ensures medical discoveries lead to better outcomes and addresses healthcare disparities.
CTA Looks to Expand Its Collection of Public Art; Seeks Artist Qualifications for Four New Projects
The Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) announced today the kickoff of a search for artists and/or artist teams interested in creating new, one-of-a-kind artwork for four locations throughout the system, as part of its continued expansion of public art to all CTA locations.
2024 Visit Chicago Southland Annual Meeting & Awards Luncheon Brought Area Leaders Together
Visit Chicago Southland held its 2024 Annual Meeting & Awards Luncheon Wednesday afternoon to a packed crowd of business and legislative leaders at Georgios Banquets Quality Inn & Suites Conference Centre.
Full STEAM Ahead: Chicago Public Schools Celebrates Next Steps to Bolster Academic Offerings at North Lawndale Schools
Chicago Public Schools (CPS) officials today celebrated the next milestone in a District-community collaborative project to provide high-quality science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM) programming at three North Lawndale schools.
