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Creators and actors of ‘Sam -- A Saxon’ talk about the series
“Sam – A Saxon” is a human story. A global story. A Black German story. The story about the East Germany’s first Black policeman, Sam Meffire, was first told to Tyron Ricketts by Meffire himself back in the early 2000s. More than 20 years later, the story became a Disney + series that is available on Hulu.
WayMaker Men’s Summit creates safe space for Black men
WayMaker kicked off its 2023 WayMaker Men’s Summit on Friday, Sept. 15th, with Jay Ellis, Mayor Brandon Johnson, Troy Vincent, David Mann, Dr. Courtney Hollowell and Dr. Montgomery Coltrane Curtis, as well as Derrick Rose. The two-day event took place at Convene at the Willis Tower Friday-Saturday, Sept. 15th-16th.
SCHOOL DISTRICT 152.5 SET TO TRAIL-BLAZE THROUGH NEW SCHOOL YEAR
Hazel Crest School District 152.5 is thrilled to kick off an exciting new school year, where students take center stage in the focus of excellence in education. Superintendent Spells eagerly looks forward to an exceptional school year with students at the forefront with the joint community support and efforts.
Glen Ellyn Area Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Midwest Impact Day of Service Carnival Book Fair Bridges the Gap Between Literacy and Entertainment in the Western Suburbs
The Glen Ellyn Area Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. is hosting its annual Midwest Impact Day of Service on Saturday, September 30th, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This innovative and exciting event has the potential to greatly benefit our communities by fostering a love for literature and reading.
CITY OF HARVEY CELEBRATES GROUNDBREAKING CEREMONY FOR HARVEY LOFTS: A LANDMARK $19 MILLION INVESTMENT
The City of Harvey is thrilled to announce a groundbreaking ceremony for the highly anticipated Harvey Lofts, marking a significant milestone in the city's revitalization efforts. This remarkable $19 million private investment is a historic step forward, heralding a new era of development in Harvey that is poised to set the stage for decades to come.
Davis, Krishnamoorthi, Casey Introduce Legislation to Foster Success in Higher Education for Foster and Homeless Youth
Representative Danny K. Davis (D-IL), Representative Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL), and U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA) introduced the Fostering Success in Higher Education Act to improve college access, retention, and graduation rates for foster and homeless youth.
Procter And Gamble Becomes Newest Titanium Sponsor at TAG Oral Care Center For Excellence To Expand Access To Dental Care In Illinois
The Aspen Group announced Procter and Gamble (P&G) as its latest Titanium Sponsor to help expand access to oral health care for underserved populations through the TAG Oral Care Center for Excellence (OCC) – a state-of-the-art clinical facility designed to provide comprehensive dental care at no cost to underserved Illinois residents. P&G brands Crest and Oral-B are donating oral hygiene kits including a smart electric toothbrush to all patients receiving implant therapy at the OCC. The donation will help these patients maintain their health following their treatment at the innovative care facility.
FOR THE LOVE OF SHOES: CHICAGO SNEAKER BOUTIQUE LAUNCHES PODCAST PROMOTING COMMUNITY
After the successful launch of his latest sneaker boutique in Hyde Park, Chicago entrepreneur, and businessman James Denman is using his venture to bring people together through a new podcast. The Sneakerville 88 podcast features athletes, entertainers, artists, and even politicians. Even better, each podcast coincides with a new drop. The goal is to restore a sense of community and belonging over a shared love of sneakers.
THE JOFFREY BALLET OPENS 2023-24 SEASON WITH CHICAGO PREMIERE OF LIAM SCARLETT’S FRANKENSTEIN
The Joffrey Ballet opens its 68th season with the highly anticipated Chicago premiere of Liam Scarlett's critically acclaimed interpretation of Mary Shelley's Frankenstein. A gothic masterpiece set in the dawn of modern science, Scarlett's production of the 19th-century science fiction novel is a visceral, profoundly emotional tale of life, death, love, and identity. Set to an original sweeping score by Lowell Liebermann and immersed within the striking stage design by world-renowned artist of premiere ballets and operas John Macfarlane, this must-see Chicago premiere is one of the most innovative works of dance today. Frankenstein will be presented at the historic Lyric Opera House, 20 North Upper Wacker Drive in downtown Chicago, in 10 performances only, from October 12–22.
Season 2 of Emmy® Nominated Series, Harlem Globetrotters: Play it Forward Premieres Saturday, October 7 on NBC
Season 2 of the Emmy® nominated series Harlem Globetrotters: Play It Forward premieres on NBC on Saturday, October 7th with a Telemundo premiere of season 1 of Harlem Globetrotters: Ganando Con La Comunidad on the same day. Both shows are produced in an exclusive partnership with Hearst Media Production Group (HMPG).
Dream Exchange CEO Speaks at Historic National Black Business Conference, Forges Transformative Partnership with National Black Chamber of Commerce
Joe Cecala, Founder and CEO of Dream Exchange, was invited to speak at the National Black Business Conference which took place in Atlanta, Georgia on Aug. 24-26. With a resounding commitment to empowering a new generation of entrepreneurs, a historic agreement that marked the beginning of an unprecedented partnership between Dream Exchange and the National Black Chamber of Commerce ® (NBCC) was solidified and signed.
MAYOR BRANDON JOHNSON ANNOUNCES EXPANDED YOUTH COMMISSION
Mayor Brandon Johnson announced the 5th cohort of the Mayor’s Youth Commission, expanding the Commission from 32 young people to 40 young people.
Treasurer Frerichs Expands Outreach Efforts For IL ABLE Savings Program
As students head back to school, parents of children with Individualized Education Plans will receive information about a State Treasurer’s Office program that helps families save money for disability-related expenses.
INTRODUCING THE CHICAGO ARTS & HEALTH PILOT FOR CREATIVE WORKERS
The City of Chicago is proud to announce the launch of the Chicago Arts & Health Pilot for Creative Workers, an innovative paid job training program that seeks to bridge the realms of arts, health, healing, and wellness. Funded through the American Rescue Plan (ARP) federal funds, the program will pay artists to apprentice in community clinics and become certified community health workers to amplify the proven benefits of arts engagement in fostering holistic recovery, well-being, and social cohesion in communities.
