STUDENTS EXPERIENCE HAMILTON THE MUSICAL
HAMILTON Education Program released “its third of 10 all-student matinee performances in 2017, which will provide 20,000 Chicago high school students the opportunity to experience the musical HAMILTON after having spent several weeks in their classrooms studying American history through a special integrated curriculum about Alexander Hamilton and the nation’s Founding Fathers
AT&T Celebrates the Power of Sisterhood with Luvvie Ajayi
Best known for her popular blog Awesomely Luvvie, Ajayi took part in a special dose of “real talk”. She discussed her compelling journey and the power of sisterhood and digital connections.
New Education and Training Movement Stakes Ground in the Windy City
CHICAT offers life-changing after-school arts and technology education for students and demand-driven innovative vocational training for adults. It focuses on the connection between art and technology, the power of connecting communities, and engaging and teaching in an inspirational and beautiful environment.
Twenty-Seven-Year- Old African-American Breaks New Ground
Freddie Figgers, an American inventor, self taught computer programmer, and entrepreneur, who operates his own cell phone company, Figgers Communications Inc., one of the nation’s fastest growing African-American-owned telecommunications firms.
NEW RESOURCES SUPPORT THRIVING RETAIL CORRIDORS ACROSS CHICAGO
Mayor Rahm Emanuel recently announced new resources designed to support thriving retail corridors across Chicago’s South, Southwest and West Sides. The Retail Thrive Zones initiative will invest an initial $16 million directly into commercial strips in eight neighborhoods, creating jobs and new amenities for neighborhood residents.
LOUISVILLE NATIVE GIVES BACK TO THE BLACK COMMUNITY
Alan “AP” Powell is one of the nation’s greatest unsung African-American heroes.
Sundial Brands Launches nyakio™ Exclusively in Ulta
Sundial Brands, a leading skincare and haircare manufacturer renowned for its innovative use of high-quality, culturally authentic natural ingredients, recently announced the launch of the company’s first prestige skincare line – nyakio™. Inspired by her family of medicine men, farmers and educators, founder Nyakio Kamoche Grieco, a firstgeneration American of Kenyan descent, partnered with Sundial Brands to bring global secrets of naturally ageless beauty to the U.S. market. Based on Nyakio’s family recipes, as well as beauty traditions from 13 countries across the globe, each formula evokes a luxurious, culturally transcendent experience.
ARCHDIOCESE OF CHICAGO ANNOUNCES CATHOLIC SCHOOL 2017 GOLDEN APPLE AWARD FINALISTS
The Archdiocese of Chicago is proud to announce that three Catholic school personnel – a principal and two teachers – are finalists for the 2017 Golden Apple Awards. Phyllis Cavallone- Jurek, principal of St. Therese Catholic School in Chicago, is one of 10 Chicagoland finalists for the Golden Apple Stanley C. Golder Leadership Award, which honors the exemplary performance and excellence in school leadership of a principal or head of school from the Chicagoland area.
Weekly Inspirations
When taking up the critical work involved in modifying the direction in which our lives may be going, one of the most fundamental things we can do is change the way we think about ourselves.
WGN America Releases First Look of John Legend as Frederick Douglass in ‘Underground’
WGN America has released a first look image of Grammy, Golden Globe and Academy Award winning artist John Legend as renowned abolitionist Frederick Douglass in the hit series “Underground.”
POAH TURNS $30 MILLION TO $400 MILLION IN WOODLAWN
Following the daily news headlines, you would think there is little good happening in Chicago’s South Side neighborhoods. But when you look closer, there’s more to the story.
SOUTH SUBURBAN COLLEGE JAZZ COMBO AND VOICES BRING COMMUNITY TOGETHER
The musicians of South Suburban College Jazz Combo and the South Suburban College Voices thrilled the audience with tunes by jazz legends on Wednesday, March 8th at 7:00 p.m. in the Kindig Performing Arts Center on SSC’s Main Campus. Sam Hankins directed the Jazz combo while Doug Ulrich guided the SSC voices.
CAROLYN RUSH, WIFE OF REP. BOBBY L. RUSH DIES AT 68
Chicago mourns the loss of Carolyn Rush, wife of Representative Bobby L. Rush.
CHICAGO'S COMEBACK KID TURNS 60
There is nothing that Hollywood or the public likes more than a good comeback story. Who wouldn't like a second or third chance at a good life.
HAKI R. MADHUBUTIS 75 YEAR LEGACY CONTINUES
Whether it was teaching at colleges like Chicago State University, Howard University and the University of Iowa or through his 1-million copy best-seller book entitled, “Black Men: Obsolete, Single, And Dangerous? The African American Family in Transition”(1990), Madhubuti has inspired people nationwide both in and outside of the classroom.
THE STATE OF AFRICAN AMERICAN MALES
Congressman Danny K. Davis said Chicago is one of the leading cities in the nation facing “big ticket problems” when it comes to the African American male. But in spite of that, Davis said he hasn’t lost hope and will continue to fight for them as long as there is light.
The Power of Engagement: New Initiative Strengthens Ties With Minority Business Associations
FCA US LLC supplier diversity kicks off 2017 with a new initiative aimed at connecting its purchasing organization with minority, women and veteran business associations by providing customized training, learning and development, and networking opportunities.
Six Tips for a Healthier Smile
Six Tips for a Healthier Smile People love to experience that “fresh from the dentist” feeling, when the tip of the tongue glides effortlessly and smoothly over a freshly cleaned set of pearly whites. So, why not have that feeling all of the time?
Inexpensive Ways to Improve Your Skin
Improving your skin doesn’t have to break the bank. Here’s how you can improve your skin on a budget
