Entertainment
ICON TALKS” CELEBRATES BLACK SUCCESS
The Washington Informer) A mix of successful entrepreneurs, social activists and actors came together for one night during “Icon Talks,” an evening of empowerment with intimate discussions, insight and performances at the Mead Center for American Theater in Southwest Washington, D.C.
Seniors Got Talent is now accepting entries for its 2016 competition
Seniors and their families have begun sending the Seniors Guide videos of their special talents— everything from dance performances and comedy acts to less traditional talents like woodworking and crafts
Big Changes for Billionaire Apps Mogul and Animation Legend Talking Tom
What Makes a Legend? According to Merriam-Webster’s definition, a legend is “a famous or important person who is known for doing something extremely well.”
Academy at Walt Disney World Resort with Steve Harvey and Essence
Applications Now Open for the Tenth Annual Disney Dreamers
“Gone But Not Forgotten: A Tribute to Jazz Greats”
In Honor of Father's Day and Black Music Month, SSJC and DuSable Museum has joined forces to bring you a evening you don't want to miss!!
Hot Mix 5 Celebrates 35th Anniversary
On Saturday, June 11 at the McCormick Convention Center located on 2301 S. King Drive in Chicago, the original members of the Hot Mix 5 are reuniting for a 35th anniversary celebration. The event will be held from 12 noon - 12 midnight.
Construction completed for Centennial Wheel at Navy Pier
James McHugh Construction Co. has been quietly building the Chicago skyline for more than 100 years. Naturally, then, when Navy Pier began searching for a general contractor to oversee its centennial reimagination and redevelopment, it chose McHugh, whose resume includes Chicago icons such as Marina City, the Blackstone Hotel and Aqua Tower.
Remix Of Harlem Globetrotters’ Theme Song, “Sweet Georgia Brown,” Now Available On iTunes
As part of their 90th year celebration, the world famous Harlem Globetrotters commissioned Grammy Award-winning producer/songwriter Teddy Riley to remix the team’s legendary theme song, “Sweet Georgia Brown.” That remix is now available for purchase for the first time ever on iTunes.
Top Entertainers, Athletes and Business leaders Inducted into 26th Annual Alumni Hall of Fame
Boys & Girls Clubs of America (BGCA) inducted eight new Club alumni into their Alumni Hall of Fame in a ceremony held in New Orleans, Louisiana recently.
The 31st Chicago Gospel Music Festival
Pastor Shirley Caesar to perform at the 31st Annual Chicago Music Festival
Mobile Museum Informs Community About Civil Rights
The Martin Luther King Dream Team has created the first ever mobile museum about the civil rights movement in Indiana called the Freedom Bus.
Battle-of-the-Bands helps raise Nearly $20,000
Local Bands Battle to Raise Funds for Lurie Children's Hospital
Zip Lining Comes to Illinois
The Forest Preserves of Cook County wants residents and visitors to Go Ape this summer. Go Ape Treetop Adventure Course, an outdoor adventure company originating in the United Kingdom, the nation’s premier tree top adventure company, is bringing zip lining to Bemis Woods, located at 1100 West Ogden, in Westchester, just 15 miles west of the Chicago Loop.
