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Charlie Wilson to Headline Chicago Urban League’s 61st Annual Golden Fellowship Dinner on Nov. 5
The Chicago Urban League’s 61st annual Golden Fellowship Dinner (GFD) will be held on Saturday, Nov. 5th, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago, 301 E. North Water Street. Chicago Urban League President and CEO Karen Freeman- Wilson announced award-winning R&B singer, songwriter and musician Charlie Wilson (also known as “Uncle Charlie”) as the headline performer.
ILLINOIS LEGISLATIVE BLACK CAUCUS FOUNDATION TO HOST ANNUAL LEGISLATIVE CONFERENCE AND GALA
From Thursday to Friday, Oct. 13-15, the Illinois Legislative Black Caucus Foundation (ILBCF) will host its Annual Conference at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk. The conference will be an opportunity for students, legislators, and other civically- minded individuals to participate in informative workshops, hear from a lineup of subject matter experts, network, and celebrate the ILBCF’s enduring legacy during its 20th anniversary year.
AUTHOR AND EDUCATOR CREATES THEMED GAS STATION CENTERED AROUND READING
The books were published in 1998-1999 and there was even a “Roopster Roux Day.” Lavette created a Roux community, with reading and sports at the center. She dreamed of using Roopster Roux to get kids excited about reading and creating a bridge outside of the classroom for parents to help their kids read. She wanted to create Roux gas stations, where gas stations would also be reading centers.
TREASURER CONYEARS-ERVIN, BMO HOST BUILDING WEALTH TODAY FOR TOMORROW FINANCIAL EMPOWERMENT WEEKEND
From Friday-Saturday, Sept.30-Oct. 1, Chicago City Treasurer Melissa Conyears-Ervin and BMO Financial Group hosted the “Building Wealth Today for Tomorrow Financial Empowerment Weekend” at the UIC Forum. The event combined the Treasurer’s two signature events - the Building Wealth Today for Tomorrow Financial Empowerment Summit and the Financial Services Career Fair. Over 1500 Chicagoland residents took the opportunity to gain insights into the current financial trends, build relationships to obtain job opportunities within the financial services industry, join workshops on saving money, buying a home or starting a business, and access much more.
NEW GRANT PROGRAM HELPS ENTREPRENEURS OF COLOR, WOMEN, LGBTQ+, VETERANS AND PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES
The Source Grow Grant prioritizes sectors that were heavily impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic – hospitality, food service, arts and entertainment, retail trade, transportation, warehousing, childcare and social assistance, as well as accommodations. The hope is the grant money and business advising to people in these sectors from these communities will help close the racial wealth and opportunity gap. The funds for the Source Grow Grant were provided by the American Rescue Plan Act.
New Dolton 149 Board of Education President Wilbur Tillman Sets “New Course”
Dolton School District 149’s new Board of Education President, Wilbur Tillman, who presided at his first full board meeting on Thursday, Sept. 22, is aiming to “set a new course” for the district.
Mayor Henyard responds to Appellate Court ruling that recall efforts were “invalid”
Following is a statement from Dolton Mayor Tiffany Henyard in response to the ruling by Appellate Court Presiding Justice Delort on Friday that efforts by members of the Board of Trustees of the Village of Dolton to recall Mayor Henyard are wholly unconstitutional and without merit:
MCA Chicago Hosts Annual Visionary Luncheon Honoring Artist Lorna Simpson and Northern Trust
The Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago (MCA) held its annual Visionary Luncheon, celebrating leadership in the arts. Over 400 guests—including cultural, business, civic, and artistic leaders—were in attendance to learn more about the museum’s arts learning initiatives and to recognize this year’s honorees.
The Legendary Film, TV Actor & Former Wrestler ‘Mr. T’ Shares A Spiritual Message on Sunday Oct 9th at Chicago’s Historic Cosmopolitan Church
There’s a familiar adage which states that ‘you can’t teach a mature soul new tricks’! The iconic ‘Mr. T’ begs to differ! In fact, he’s calling any and everyone who has sometimes struggled with their faith during challenging times! There is a unique religious spiritual vision of the word of God coming to Chicago’s Southside! Rev. Dr. Eric D. Clopton, Sr., the Pastor, and membership of the Bronzeville-based Cosmopolitan Community Church are pleased to announce a special ‘Champion of Christ’ with deep Chicago roots will preach a magnificent motivating morning message. Faith Festivities kick off on Sunday, October 9, 2022 at 10:45am, at 5249 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL. All are invited!
Olive-Harvey College is First Community College in State of Illinois to Offer Accredited Associate Degree in Cannabis Studies
City Colleges of Chicago now offers a new degree in Applied Cannabis Studies making it the first community college in Illinois to do so. The new pathway promises to support students as they pursue an Associate degree in Cannabis Studies, a degree that often leads to high demand jobs that include cannabis consultants, dispensary operators, cannabis extraction technicians, grow masters, and more, all of which have the potential to be high-paying careers.
The City of Chicago and Race Organizers Prepare for the Bank of America Chicago Marathon set for Sunday, October 9
The City of Chicago officials and Bank of America Chicago Marathon organizers are reminding the public about the 2022 Bank of America Chicago Marathon on Sunday, October 9, with 40,000 runners from all 50 states and more than 100 countries are expected to travel through 29 neighborhoods for the 26.2-mile race, requiring street closures and parking restrictions throughout the Marathon course. Plans are in place for a safe and successful Chicago Marathon weekend, which includes theAbbott Chicago 5K on Saturday, October 8 and residents, spectators, participants, and motorists are urged to be mindful of the traffic impacts as well as safety measures in place for these events.
Chicago Urban League Receives $100,000 Grant through McDonald’s-sponsored Chicago Community Impact Grants Program
The Chicago Urban League (CUL) has been awarded a $100,000 grant through the Chicago Community Impact Grants program, developed by McDonald’s Corporation in partnership with The Chicago Community Trust (the Trust).
RENOWN SOUTHLAND CHEF ANNOUNCES GRAND OPENING OF HER ALL-NEW SOUTHERN CUISINE RESTAURANT LOCATED IN COUNTRY CLUB HILLS, ILLINOIS
The City of Country Club Hills is overjoyed that popular African American female Chef and CEO of the popular Charmz Kitchen, Charmaine Candler, has chosen to officially open her new restaurant at the northwest intersection of 183rd and Cicero. (4558 W. 183rd)
MAYOR THADDEUS JONES RE-DIRECTS THE RESPONSIBILITIES OF RITA MAYFIELD TO THE CALUMET CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
Mayor Thaddeus Jones is announcing that he has asked current City contractor, Rita Mayfield, to lead the operations at the Calumet City Library. After successfully completing various administrative initiatives for Calumet City since the inception of the current administration, Mayfield has agreed to now lead the much-needed transformation of the Calumet City Public Library facility and its operations.