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The Auditorium proudly presents Complexions: Contemporary Ballet
The Auditorium, Chicago’s landmark stage at 50 E. Ida B. Wells Drive, proudly announces the return of New York-based Complexions Contemporary Ballet. Celebrating its 30th anniversary, the internationally acclaimed company will present a captivating evening of dance, featuring For Crying Out Loud—a Chicago premiere paying tribute to the legendary Irish rock band U2. Complexions returns to The Auditorium, 50 E Ida B. Wells Drive, for one night only at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 7. Tickets start at $39.00 and are available at auditoriumtheatre.org or by calling The Auditorium’s Ticket Service Center at 312.341.2300.
Bally’s Chicago Announces Investment Opportunity
Bally’s Chicago, Inc. (the “Company” or “BCI” or “Bally’s Chicago”) announced the commencement of its offering of a 25% equity stake in its Chicago casino and resort project. Bally’s Chicago has begun marketing the initial public offering and concurrent private placement of its equity ownership interests (offering by prospectus and information memorandum only). Loop Capital Markets is acting as the sole Placement Agent in the offering. The monies raised are intended to support the funding for Bally’s planned permanent casino and resort, located at the historic former Tribune Publishing site in Chicago, Illinois, and is a key component of the Host Community Agreement (“HCA”) between Bally’s Chicago and the City of Chicago. Qualified Investors under the terms of the HCA, can participate as equity investors in a project that aims to deliver world-class entertainment and generate significant economic impact for the region.
Chicago Sinfonietta's Outgoing President and CEO, Blake-Anthony Johnson, honored with two proclamations for his work in Chicago
Outgoing Chicago Sinfonietta President and CEO Blake-Anthony Johnson, who ends his tenure with the orchestra at the end of this month, was feted last night as the organization said a fond farewell and celebrated his many accomplishments for the orchestra during his five-year tenure. Recently announced Interim CEO Wendy Lewis praised Johnson in a short speech, and not one, but two Chicago Mayors honored him with proclamations.
THE SKIN OF COLOR SOCIETY (SOCS) WRAPS ITS 20TH ANNIVERSARY YEAR
The Skin of Color Society (SOCS), the world's leading skin of color dermatology organization, reports that its 20th anniversary year delivered record-level achievements and a slate of new initiatives advancing knowledge and excellence in the specialty through research, education, mentorship, and advocacy.
Lawyer Works Nationally to Prove That Factual Information Can Be Valuable To Local Communities
Areva Martin is a Harvard-educated lawyer who has appeared on CNN and Good Morning America. Growing up, Martin saw inequities and injustices and wanted to become a lawyer to address them.
New Mentorship Program Provides Opportunities For Youth In The Southland
The Big Brothers Big Sisters Chicago Southland and NabrU have launched a mentorship program with a mission to empower young people. Young people who participate in the program will receive one-on-one mentorship. The goal of the Dolton Neighborhood Program is to foster personal growth, academic success, and leadership development.
SHUCKED Blends Escapism And Country Music, With A Tale Of Acceptance
Miki Abraham began performing when they were seven years old, in a production of “Annie.” They watched their older sister perform in local theater in West Kentucky and really wanted to audition. They went on to do theater locally until they were 19 years old.
COGNITIVE IMPAIRMENT IN THE WORKPLACE
The Challenges for Employers and Employees as the aging population in the United States continues to grow, the prevalence of cognitive impairment and dementia in the workplace is on the rise, creating significant challenges for employees, caregivers, and employers. With over 11 million Americans providing unpaid care for individuals living with Alzheimer’s or other dementias, the ripple effects of these conditions extend far beyond families, deeply impacting the workforce.
AND the BEAT GOES ON…
My focus in this column has primarily been directed to the actions families must take to preserve their wealth for the next generations, in accordance to Proverbs 13:22.
LYNWOOD MAYOR PRIMED AND READY FOR STRETCH RUN IN THE RACE FOR RE-ELECTION
Jada D. Curry- Mayor of Lynwood, Illinois- has coalesced a well-rounded support base of residents, elected officials, Clergy leaders, and business leaders as she is primed, energized, and prepared for the stretch run of her re-election campaign for Mayor.
January is National Blood Donor Month
The Children’s Organ Transplant Association is a national nonprofit with a powerful tagline -- The Trusted Leader Supporting Families … For a Lifetime. Founded in 1986, COTA will soon be celebrating four decades of standing by this promise. A Pennsylvania family’s transplant journey, which has significant January milestones, is a living testament to COTA’s lifetime commitment.
Caregiving Stress Linked to High Blood Pressure in Younger Black Women
A new analysis finds that the stress of being a caregiver is associated with an increased risk of developing hypertension in 21 to 44-year-old Black women, a group known to have a higher prevalence of the condition compared to women of other racial and ethnic groups. Caregiving has been linked by past studies to high blood pressure in middle-aged and older black women, but this relationship has been understudied in this younger group.
UrbanGeekz Unveils 2nd Annual UrbanGeekz 50 List Highlighting Leaders in Tech, Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Independent Black-owned digital news outlet UrbanGeekz has unveiled its 2nd annual UrbanGeekz 50: Gamechangers in Tech, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship List, recognizing fifty outstanding leaders in tech, venture, entrepreneurship, and the innovation economy.
Dream Exchange Sponsors Fireside Chat in Chicago for Local Business Leaders and Entrepreneurs
Dream Exchange, recently hosted a fireside chat at the Union League Club in Chicago with the local minority business community. The event took place on Tuesday, November 19th, 2024, and featured notable panelists Dwain Kyles, Managing Member of DX Capital Partners, LLC, and Lorri Dotson, a Dream Exchange investor, Founder/CEO of VISION Group Cleaning and President of Fleetwood Cleaning Services of GA Inc.
