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Dance Concert, entitled 'Hatch,' to take place this fall
The West Indian Dance Theater Company will celebrate its 40th year Anniversary since arriving in Chicago. The celebration will consist of a weekend of performances including a special benefit night. This takes place October 19 at 7:00 pm, Oct. 20 at 7:00 pm and Oct. 21 at 4 pm at the DuSable Museum of African American History at 740 E. 56th Place, Chicago, IL.. The exclusive ruby red benefit night will take place on Saturday evening following the concert.
South Side Filmmaker Premiers New Movie Titled Law of Moises
Two recent events were held in Chicago to celebrate the premiere of Law of Moises, a new film that was written, produced and directed by Crystal Barnes. Barnes, who lives in Greater Grand Crossing and grew up on the south side of Chicago, is a 20- year veteran in the film industry.
100 Black Men of Chicago Host 16th Annual Scholarship Fair
100 Black Men of Chicago recently hosted their 16th Annual Scholarship Fair at the University of Illinois at Chicago Pavilion. Representatives from over 100 colleges and universities were onsite to provide information about scholarship opportunities. There were also workshops held through out the day for potential students and their parents to learn more about paying for college.
Fossil Group and CITIZEN Partner to Grow the Global Hybrid Smartwatch Market
Fossil Group (NASDAQ: FOSL) and CITIZEN Watch Company, Ltd. recently announced that the companies have entered into a global strategic technology licensing partnership designed to expand the worldwide reach and scale of hybrid smartwatches. The partnership leverages CITIZEN's globally-respected watch movement expertise while providing CITIZEN access to Fossil Group's hybrid smartwatch technology.
Illinois Representative-Elect Hosts Listening Tour In South Suburbs
The Democratic Nominee for State Representative of the 38th House District of Illinois, Debbie Meyers-Martin, recently hosted a listening tour gathering at the Richton Park Library to connect with constituents and hear their concerns and desires for their communities.
Mayoral Veto Overridden in South Suburbs, 10 Village Employees Laid Off
The Village of Dolton Board of Trustees recently voted to override a Mayoral veto of the previously approved Budget and Appropriation Ordinance for the fiscal year 2018-19. The 4-2 vote in favor of overriding the veto subsequently caused the immediate lay off of 10 Village employees, but the Mayor, Riley Rogers, thinks those jobs are essential.
Treasurer Frerichs Testifies Before Senate Special Committee on State and Pension Fund Investments
Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs recently testified before the Senate Special Committee on State and Pension Fund Investments about the improvements made in the treasurer’s office to help increase growth and opportunity for Illinois firms owned by Minorities, Women, Veterans and Persons with a Disability (MWVD).
FIRST BLACK WOMAN NAMED PRESIDENT CHICAGO NEIGHBORHOOD INITIATIVES MICRO FINANCE GROUP
Erica King, formerly Vice President of Lending at Chicago Neighborhood Initiatives Micro Finance Group (CNIMFG), was recently promoted to President. In her new role, King is now one of the few minority women in the country leading a financial services organization. King plans to continue moving forward with the momentum she built as vice president and continue to grow and expand CNIMFG lending portfolio.
CAREER AND TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES FAIR HOSTED TO PREPARE CHICAGOANS FOR OBAMA CENTER JOBS
Lakeside Alliance, the construction manager of the future Obama Presidential Center, recently hosted a Career Training and Opportunities Fair at Malcolm X College, 1900 W. Jackson Blvd., to connect Chicagoans with construction jobs and training resources.
KANYE WEST VISITS CHICAGO TO EXPLORE REOPENING THE AVALON REGAL THEATER
Alderman of Chicago’s 8th Ward, Michelle Harris, recently met with Kanye West and Jerald Gary, owner of the Avalon Regal Theater, to discuss how the three of them can work together to achieve their common goal of reopening Chicago’s Landmark Avalon Regal Theater and kick-start the revitalization of 79th Street and the surrounding communities.
Powering The Arts Program Awards Grants To Non-Profit Arts Organizations
The League of Chicago Theatres recently partnered with ComEd to create the Powering Arts Program which awarded grants of up to $10,000 to 17 Arts Organizations in Northern Illinois. Each grantee will utilize the money to support projects that expand access to arts and cultural offerings for underserved audiences in their communities.
Major Anti-bullying Conference & Youth Peace Rally Planned at CSU
In a major move to combat bullying and violence, a one-day Anti-Bullying Conference and Youth Peace rally will be held at Chicago State University (CSU) on November 2nd, 2018 at 8:00 AM.
Small And Mid-Size Business Owners Feel A Slight Chill In The Air
Historic optimism about the national economy from the spring (50 percent) chilled slightly this fall (40 percent), but remains well above fall 2017 (29 percent), according to the PNC Economic Outlook, a semiannual telephone survey of small and middle-market business owners and executives. Four out of 10 business leaders described their outlook for the national economy as optimistic, the second-highest rating in the 15-year survey.
Dapper Dan & Gucci On The Cover Of Surface Magazine
Surface magazine, the American authority on global contemporary design, presents an in-depth cover story on legendary fashion designer and couturier Dapper Dan. The story can be found inside Surface 's 2018 Fashion Issue, available through the new subscription portal at SurfaceMag.com, now featuring Apple Pay integration.
