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COMCAST LAUNCHES BLACK MUSIC MONTH COLLECTION ON XFINITY X1
This June, Comcast will celebrate Black Music Month with a one-of-a kind musical showcase on Xfinity X1 spanning genres of music pioneered by African Americans including hip hop, R&B, pop, gospel, and jazz. Available within Xfinity on Demand’s Black Film and TV destination, “A New Era of Sound” features curated music videos, playlists and more from top artists of today with nods to yesterday via X1’s music partners including XITE, Pandora, iHeartRadio, YouTube, and more.
The Jazz Institute of Chicago Celebrates “50 Years of Making Jazz Happen” Featuring Jazz Artists, Music, Dance and Spoken Word Performances, and Exhibits During Free Birthday Bash
The distinct, innovative sound and legacy of jazz music in Chicago takes center stage from June 28 -30 for Chicagoans of all ages to enjoy as the Jazz Institute of Chicago (JIC) and its partners celebrate “50 Years of Making Jazz Happen” during a multi-event, free Birthday Bash weekend at venues in Hyde Park.
Chicago Children’s Choir Announces Bank of America as Presenting Sponsor of its 2019 Community Concert Series
Chicago Children’s Choir (CCC) announced today that Bank of America has been named the presenting sponsor of its 2019 Community Concert Series, which directly supports CCC’s after-school programs across the City. Supporting the local Chicago arts community is a priority for Bank of America. This partnership marks Bank of America’s ongoing support of CCC and an increased commitment to $25,000 to directly impact the neighborhoods and youth where it serves.
CPS High School Students March Toward Brighter Futures in Paschen Engineering Scholars Hard Hat Graduation Ceremony
On Today, May 30th, the inaugural class of six Paschen Engineering Scholars will celebrate their graduation from the program at the annual Hard Hat Ceremony. This is the first group of CPS George Westinghouse College Prep students to graduate from the program. In addition to this inaugural class graduation, six freshmen from Westinghouse College Prep will be introduced as the latest class of Paschen Engineering Scholars. A total of 23 scholars will be in attendance across the four classes.
Washington Park Serving Up Second Jerk Festival During Caribbean American Heritage Month in June
On June 23rd, 2019 from 10am until 10pm, Jabari C G Productions and Africa International House (Producers of African Festival of the Arts) will serve the 2nd Annual Chicago Jerk Festival promising to turn Washington Park to an exciting melting pot of exotic Jamaican and Caribbean foods and music.
UNCF to celebrate 75 Years of Impact at upcoming 19th Annual Chicago “A Mind is …” Gala
During the past 75 years, UNCF (United Negro College Fund) has empowered nearly half a million students to earn college degrees. As the largest and most effective minority education organization in the United States, UNCF actively supports 37 private historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) and advocates for minority higher education. As it marks such a major milestone, UNCF is planning a year-long celebration via its fundraising events across the country including the 19th annual UNCF “A Mind is …” Gala set for 6 p.m., Saturday, June 22 at the Hyatt Regency Chicago.
Foster Grant® Sunglasses Turns 90!
FGX International, a leading eyewear designer and marketer, is celebrating the 90th Anniversary of the Foster Grant® brand with the launch of a special anniversary collection of sunglasses with styles reflecting the nine decades of the brand’s existence and a nod to what comes next. The 90th Anniversary collection is sold exclusively on FosterGrant.com.
National Restaurant Association Introduces ServSuccess in Honor of 100th Anniversary
To ensure restaurant professionals have clear career path goals, the National Restaurant Association recently launched ServSuccess™.
State’s Attorney Kim Foxx Goes Public with Crime Data
Transparency is one thing Cook County State’s Attorney Kim Foxx said she wants her office to always maintain, which is why she recently went public with crime data.
South Side Children’s Hospital Offers Mental And Behavioral Health Care For Young People
Since 1949, Mental Health Awareness Month has been observed in the United States during the month of May and while mental health is important in every corner of the world, activists in Chicago have been begging the city to reinvest in mental health services since 2012 when half of the public mental health clinics in Chicago were closed.
South Side Senior Prepares For High School Graduation And Starting College
Thousands of high school seniors are preparing to graduate from the Chicago Public School (CPS) system next month. Some will go straight into the workforce, some will go on to college, and some will go on to receive vocational training. The possibilities are endless for students who have the right support system.
SOUTH SIDE ORGANIZATION HOSTS VILLAGE MEETING AND INVITES CITY OFFICIALS TO SPEAK
The Resident Association of Greater Englewood (RAGE) recently hosted a village meeting at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Academy of Social Justice located on 644 W. 71st St. The purpose of the meeting was to share relevant and timely information with Englewood residents and allow them to ask questions and provide feedback.
Study: 137 million adults in the United States suffered medical financial hardship in 2015/2017
A new study by American Cancer Society researchers finds medical financial hardship is very common among people in the United States, with more than half reporting problems with affordability, stress, or delaying care because of cost. The study, appearing online in the Journal of General Internal Medicine, estimates more than 100 million people in the U.S. experience medical financial hardship.
Tarver Sponsors Initiative to Provide Justice for Victims of Child Abuse
As reports of child deaths at the hands of their parents continue to fl ood the news in Illinois, state Rep. Curtis Tarver, D-Chicago, is taking steps to ensure that people who intentionally deprive and endanger their children are brought to justice.
