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Left: Reta Rogers and Beverly Hicks, former president of the local branch of the NAACP prepare to sign a gigantic “best wishes” card during a roast for Attorney Charles Swanson. Above: Mayor John Dickert presents Swanson with an official proclamation for his service to the Racine community, while Alderman Michael Shields looks on. Swanson started his law practice in the early 70’s and was acknowledged for his free service to the disadvantaged. Before his retirement recently, Swanson, served as the legal council for the local branch of the NAACP. The proclamation was given at a roast in his honor at the Second Annual Nancy Henry Award Banquet, held at Infusino’s Banquet Hall, in Racine. About 200 people attended the event.
The City Target Another Black For Closer
In the early 90’s there were about 28 African American bars, taverns, and Lounges. In less than two decades, the city has managed to close most of them leaving nine for a city whose African American population is well over 26,000. History shows that every since Blacks have moved to Racine in the 40’s they have sought to entertain themselves within their own community. In the early 70’s Aldermen began using the closing of Black bars to prove their worth as elected officials. An example is how Jim Kaplan, Alderman of the 4th District, during his recent campaign for
NECKBONEOLOGY by Kenneth Lumpkin Alderman bragged how he closed Viper’s Lounge and others small businesses in his district. When an all out effort was made to close Viper’s Lounge, on the corner of High and Erie Street, some African American leaders suggested to the Aldermen that closing bars and taverns in the so-called inner
city could lead to the proliferation of crowds in other areas of town. Now after the city council has closed most minority businesses, they are now prepared to close even another one. But the question remains, is it being done because of problems the bar is causing, or is it being closed because it attracts too
many Blacks to an almost White downtown business district. Could the city have legitimate reasons to take action?
The Facts: The Park 6 on Sixth Street, a popular entertainment location for African American patrons, is in danger of being shut down after a shooting outside of the bar last weekend. The Racine Post reported that the City Council's Public Safety and Licensing Committee voted unanimously Monday to begin the process to revoke the controversial bar's liquor license. Alderman Bob Mozol made the motion.
"Every day this place stays open increases the chances of someone getting killed here," Mozol said. A security guard was shot in the leg early Sunday morning on Sixth Street. Three suspects were arrested in Kenosha about 45 minutes after the shooting. No charges have been filed. The Public Safety Committee strongly backed Mozol's lead. "This is impossible to ignore," said Alderman Aron Wisneski, chairman of the committee. Alderman David Maack said, without city action, "We're going to have a major problem." Turn to page 6
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Thomas Holmes shown behind his bar at Park 6
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Alderman Jim Kaplan said Park 6's owner hasn't followed through on steps to reduce the potential for problems. "We've been promised so many things and none of them have been followed through on," he said. Alderman Eric Marcus said he agreed with Mozol. "We need to take action before someone gets killed," he said. The committee also reviewed three police incidents at Park Six on May 7 and noted the police department's Gang Crime Diversion Task Force monitored a private party at the bar. Past incidents, plus the shooting, give the city a strong enough case to rescind the license, Wisneski said. The only debate the committee had was whether to revoke the license or simply not renew it when it comes due on July 1. City Attorney Rob Weber said both processes have the same timelines and, essentially, the same potential outcomes. The committee's decision now goes to the full council for approval. If it's approved, the city's prosecutor will build a case against Park 6 and then serve them with revocation papers. If the license is revoked, owner Thomas Holmes can't apply for another liquor license in the city for 11 months and another business can't apply for a liquor license at the Park 6 address, 500 6th St., for 11 months. Park 6 is located in a so-called downtown entertainment district. There are four bars in close proximity of each other. African Americans own two and whites own two with two other bars planning to open soon. Some downtown sources have suggested that White business owners are disturbed over the number of minorities in the area at night and fear they will drive their daytime customers away. The Racine police department has suggested its force is being drained, even though Park 6 hires it own security service. Another unnamed business owner downtown said the rush by the city to closed Park 6 before a police investigation, is because Racine Downtown Corporation, which hosts a variety of downtown events, fears that if the public feels they are being threatened, they will stay away from the area. Not a good argument says another downtown African American business owner who stated that there have been other shootings downtown as well as several near downtown and they have not been intimidate by revocation. Is it reasonable to believe that city Alderman have already decided that it is easier to sacrifice one Black business, for the safeguard of others? Veteran Alderman Michael Shield feels that the city’s rush judgment of Park 6 is tainted and biased, and hinders the committee’s ability to be fair to the owner. “He (Holems) has done what the committee asked of him and is now being punished for it. You cannot control what a person does once they leave your establishment.” At Park 6 business, security guards checks each patron electronically for weapons.” Some people have long suggested that the closing of Black bars is a scam to free up liquor licenses for other proposed downtown bars and restaurants. Whatever the reason, it seems that Park 6 is doomed to be closed by the city, and there is little anyone can do to change the city’s mind.
The Black Ace Softball Team Coach by “Wop” Booker, the Black Aces terrorized softball diamonds in Racine for over two decades. Member of the famed team standing were Justine Terry, Pat McNeil, Marian King, April Howe, Cassie Wright, and Frank McNeil. Bottom row: D. Mitchell, Twana, Geneva Lockridge, Carol Cotton, Judy Driver, Gail Booker, Lyn Booker and Debbie Turner. Some mebers are still active Softball players.
Welcome Back to the 1970s! It was headphones, sit in the bean bag chair and the platform shoes. If you were glued to the TV, you would have been watching "The Brady Bunch," "All in the Family," and "Soul Train." The in-thing at that time was wearing bell-bottom pants and style your blow-out Afro. Another popular event at that time was the American Legion Post 546 Drill Team. Some of the members above were Linda C Ratliff, Shirley J Wainwright, Charlene Moore, Mary Ratliff, Jo Carol Payne, Lynn Oliver, Helen and Laura Beavers. The group performed in the annual 4th of July parade, as well as the local Drill Team competition.
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The NFL and NBA – Fool’s Gold For The Black Man dinated and/or don’t have an athletic bone in their body. We know since they don’t have a career in sports, then they HAVE to make it with their brains. These kids may
For the life of me I have yet to figure out why we, as a race, and as parents, continue to fall for the age old myth that professional sport, especially football and basketball, is our way to a better life. Can anyone answer that question for me? Only 1 of every 17 high school football players will go on to play college football, at any level. Only 1 of every 50 college football players will get drafted into the NFL. Consequently, 8 of every 10,000 high school football players will go pro. The numbers for basketball doesn’t fair any better. Actually the odds are worst when you consider the NBA draft is 60 players. Trying to make it to the NBA, the odds are 40 in 10,000,000. Even with these odds, every black boy that is born with a little bit of size is automatically thought to be a future football or basketball player. Just reading those numbers should make us scratch our heads and wonder why. I know this is not popular to say, but when we have daughters, we preach and teach education, and we are relentless in preparing them to survive in this mean and cold world. We make sure they do their homework, we make sure they are involved in educational extra curricular activities, and give them every academic advantage that we can afford. I guess that is because their means of achieving success is with their brain power. We will do the same with our boys too, well, if they are uncoor-
I know this is not popular to say, but when we have daughters, we preach and teach education, and we are relentless in preparing them to survive in this mean and cold world. be involved in sports, but only for recreational purposes. The athletes, on the other hand, are taught to make sports their god, and education, at best is something to fall back on. The major problem is, because, the parents
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have crippled these boys to be failures in life. If you believe these high school and college coaches that tell you how great your sons are, really love them, you are in bad shape. They see these boys as a paycheck. In case you haven’t connected the dots, high school and college sports is the equivalent of Modern Day Slavery. These schools make millions of dollars off the bodies and abilities of your boys, basically for almost free. When they are no longer useful to the coaches or the schools, they are sent back to you broke, busted, and disgusted. They end up living in your basement, with no skills, no job, and NO DEGREE. So ask yourself, is the failure theirs, or ours as parents? I am not saying don’t let your sons play sports. I feel there are very important “life lessons” that are taught and learned when playing sports. However, I am asking you to change your way of thinking when you approach sports. Instead, how about making your sons’ education the top priority and let sports be something to fall back on? The same intensity that we put into our daughters education, we need to put that same intensity into our sons. Why? I’m glad you asked. We have more black men in prison than in college. We have more black women raising their kids alone because the men are not equipped with the skills to provide unless they make the fast money. When that doesn’t work out, they are in trouble. I asked the parents earlier in the article, whose failure is it…our sons, or ours as parents? The answer is easy; it’s the parent’s failure. Our sons are only doing what they have been conditioned to do their whole lives. Go for broke when it comes to sports with no lifeline. The good news is there is no better time to make a change in the way our sons are raised than today. Raise them to be educated men instead of pro athletes and our next generation will reap the benefits. Until next time…
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ALL ABOUT PEOPLE WHO ARE MAKING THE NEWS
Enjoying the Golden Years of Life by Yolonda James Baby boomers, those born between 1946 and 1964 after World War II, make up a sizable portion of the public. This population is currently in or entering their golden years. As a society, it is our responsibility to provide quality care for these people when they are no longer able to independently care for themselves. Through this very concept, Graceful Aging was born. Delilah Souter, the owner of Graceful Aging, is passionate about taking care of the elderly and those with disabilities in a way that will give them a sense of respect, honor, and self-worth. Graceful Aging provides a safe place where the special Yolanda James needs of the elderly can be addressed and their independence is fostered. It is an assisted living community that is primarily for the elderly, but they also provide services to those who have disabilities that prevent them from living at home alone, a wonderful alternative for those who do not want to be in an institution. They also provide respite care for those who are caring for elderly or disabled people. If the caregiver is going on vacation or just needs a break for a few hours up to several months, Graceful aging can help. They offer both long-term and short-term care. Souter has 10 homes, all in residential neighborhoods throughout Racine County. She employs 100 staff that include CNA’s who care for patients 24 hours a day and registered nurses that overseer the overall care. Souter admitted that she was happy working for someone else and had never considered starting her own business. When asked what gave her the motivation to start this business, she said her desire to help people. She is a registered nurse and has worked in several nursing homes. She’s worked in acute care, and dealt with people with Alzheimer’s, dementia, those with terminal illnesses, and the elderly. In many instances, she felt that these people did not get the proper care. Once they got into the disease process and were labeled with a disease, they were thrown away. Souter said, “I feel that this is when they need people the most.” In addition, she points outs out that as she moved up in this field, many times, she felt the care given to these people was
about the money. She knew there was a way to give the proper care and still mak e money. She wants to keep their patients happy and healthy as long as possible. She said their aim is to make the resident’ quality of life as high as it can be for their circumstances and situation. These things in conjunction with the fact that someone “dared” her to open her own business caused the possibility to become reality. One of the benefits to staying at Graceful Aging is the team of drivers who takes residents where they need to go: doctor’s appointments, family visits, etc. Extra curricular activities for the residents include shopping, bowling, ping-pong, and trips to the community centers for senior activities, and trips to the lake. Going out to eat and bowling are among the senior’s favorites. They enjoy the brunches at Perkins and Denny’s and they love bowling at Castle Lanes. Another advantage is the resident’s independence is encouraged and fostered. Many cook, do yardwork, and housekeeping. Doing these things give the residents a sense of accomplishment. It is their home and they treat it as such. Because the apartments do not have more than four people, the residents become close knit and develop a strong sense of family. Souter runs the business with her husband, Dana
Souter, who contributes largely to the success of the business. He is the vice-president and runs the financial side while she takes care of the day to day operations regarding care, hiring, and marketing. An exciting new feature of the business is the expansion. They are not just an assisted living community, but they now have a transportation company, providing services for the mentally ill and the elderly who are incapacitated. Graceful Aging has a 40 bed capacity and 34 are currently full, so openings are available. According to Souter, “The advantage of our business over others is that we can provide quality care, at an affordable price and it is more personalized.” The success of Souter’s business has not just affected her own life and the residents they care for, but also the workers she employs. In a county that is so heavily affected by unemployment, she is providing jobs and opportunities for over 100 people. Racine is better because of her efforts. Editor notes: If you know someone that you feel we should feature in the Insider News, give us a call and tell us a little something about them. Email us at insider@wi.net or call us at 262.632.9370.
James DeMatthew will challenge Rep. Turner in primary
Robert Turner
For only the third time in his 20-year legislative career, Bob Turner will have a primary election opponent. Turner, who also served on the City Council from 1976-2004, was first elected as representative of Racine's 61st Assembly district in 1990 after a four three-person primary (John Dickert was one of his opponents). The next time he had a primary opponent in the heavily Democratic district was 2002 (again it was John Dickert). Neither have Republicans chosen to challenge Turner. He had Republican opposition once: Stella Young challenged him in 1992. Well, this year Turner will again have an opponent, and it's not Dickert. Investment advisor and financial planner
James R. DeMatthew filed a declaration of candidacy with the Wisconsin State Election Board. He will oppose Turner in the Sept. 14 primary. This will be DeMatthew's first attempt at public office. Although he filed his candidacy papers last week, he has not yet issued a formal candidacy announcement. "I want to see some things change," he said. "I'm looking for a new Racine, not the status quo." DeMatthew promised a fuller explanation of why he's running within the next week. DeMatthew, 48, is a lifelong Racine resident and "a Democrat all my life." He's a graduate of UW-Whitewater, with a degree in political science. He worked
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for 14 years for the Social Security Administration, and for the past 10 years has been an investment advisor with DeMatthew, Gorichanaz and Associates, located at 5402 Douglas Ave. He's married; he and his wife, Kathleen, have two children, a boy and a girl, ages 18 and 16. Kathleen has served on the city's Water Works Commission and Wastewater Commission since 2006. DeMatthew's older brother, Dan, who was the Racine Police Department's support services manager, was seriously injured in a bicycle accident last August. Another brother, Jeff, is an attorney with Becker, French and DeMatthew.
COMMUNITY PEOPLE
Satterwhite graduates from University of Arkansas
MCCoy headed to American Intercontinental University Keisha Satterwhite a 2003 graduate of J.I. Case High School has recently completed her Bachelor of Arts degree in Mass Communication/Broadcast Journalism from the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, where First Lady Michelle Obama was the commencement speaker. Keisha is the daughter of Jimmie and Zeatha Fondon Big Sister to Wardell Satterwhite.
Tierra McCoy is graduating from William Horlick High School. She was involved in “Girls with Goals”, student government, and the yearbook staff. To add to her accomplishments she participated in the Ninth Annual Cotillion Beautillion Ball of 2010. Tierra is employed by the YMCA where she is a leadership assistant. She will be attending American Intercontinental University in Dunwoody, GA.
Ratliff turned 90 in May
Pastor James graduates with Honor Earnest Ratliff, who came to Racine in the mid-40th turned 90 Thursday, May 27. Ratliff retired from J. I. Case in 1980 and now spends much of his time watching sporting events on ESPN says his daughter. He is married to Rebecca, and is the father of four daughter, 12 grandchildren, 24 great grandchildren, and three greatgreat grandchildren. He is an American vetern, serving in the Army during World War ll.
Ms. Ethel Brown of 934 Wisconsin Ave. and Mrs. Diane McGee – Griffin of 1217 Schiller St. announce the engagement of their children Shewanna Antronette Brown and Stanly Eugene Johnson. The couple plans A 2010 wedding.
Pastor Frank James II graduated from Upper Iowa University, Magna Cum Laude, on Saturday, May 9th with a Bachelors Degree in Human Services. He and wife Yolanda are Pastors of Changing Lives Ministries NonDenominational Church. He is also the coordinator for the Racine Community Re-Entry Program, which help men coming out of prison get re-established into the community.
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What can the Aging and Disability Resource Center of Racine County (ADRC) do for you? The mission of the Aging and Disability Resource Center of Racine County (ADRC) is to help older adults and people with physical or developmental disabilities secure needed services or benefits, live with dignity and security and achieve maximum independence and quality of life. At the Aging and Disability Resource Center we have a dedicated staff of professional Information and Assistance Specialists, and others who help people identify their needs, sort through options and make choices that best fit those needs. Staff is available M-F 8 to 5 to meet face to face at the ADRC offices or in the consumer’s home, over the telephone, or via email. There is no cost for this assistance. Examples of reasons to call the ADRC: √ “My parents have become very ill and unable to care for themselves; what can I do?” Call (262-638-6800) √ “I am caring for my aging parent and I need a break; is there assistance for this?” Call (262-638-6800) √ “What options does my developmentally disabled son/daughter have now that they are graduating from high school?” (Call 262-638-6800) √ “My relative has been severely
injured in an accident and unable to meet their own care needs. Where can they go? What should be done?” (Call 262-638-6800) At the ADRC we ask people to speak in-depth about their concerns for themselves, a family member or friend. Once we understand the need we can offer suggestions regarding options, services and programs that might be available to fit that need. Who should call the ADRC? √ Older adults √ Persons with physical or developmental disabilities √ Healthy adults who need assistance planning for their future √ Caregivers who need information about caregiver education, support programs or other options. Often people contact the ADRC with a question about public and private benefits or insurance. At the ADRC there are also Benefit Specialists who help older adults and people with disabilities to apply for public benefits. The ADRC is located at 1717 Taylor Ave. Racine WI. Contact us Monday through Friday 8 am - 5 pm. Call 262638-6800 or 866-219-1043. There are office hours available at other locations within the county.
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1120 Grand Ave. Racine, Wis.
3433 Douglas Avenue, Racine, WI 53402 (262) 637-5433
Pastors Elliott & Josette Cohen
262-632-1467
Sunday School 9:15 AM Sunday Worship Service 7:45 AM & 10:40 AM Bishop Lawrence L.
KIRBY Senior Pastor
Wednesday Prayer & Bible Class 11:00 AM and 6:00 PM Dinner - 5:30 PM
ZOE OUTREACH Ministries 2130 Racine Street • Racine, WI 619-3027
Gospel Mission
Sunday School - 8:45 a.m. Sunday Worship Service - 10:00 a.m. Sunday NA Meeting 6:30 PM Community Dinner 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. Wednesday: Midweek Worship 6:15 a.m.- 8:15 p.m. Thursday NA Meeting 6:00 PM
Pastors Breon and Karen Norton 945 N. Memorial Drive • Racine, WI 53403 262.634.3156 Sunday Service • 1:30 p.m. Wednesday • 7:15 p.m. Friday Prayer and Praise Dance • 7:15 p.m.
A Family Church Where Jesus Abides
SEARCHING TOGETHER MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH
Greater St. Luke’s Missionary Baptist Church
Rev. Willie Riley, Senior Pastor 262.633.4421
1326 State Street 632-4146
825 21st Street • Racine Sunday School Worship Service Mid Morning Worship Service Wednesday Afternoon Bible Study Wednesday Dinner Wednesday Evening Bible Study Saturday Morning Prayer
9:00 a.m. 10:30 a.m. 12:00 noon 5:30-6:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 8:00 a.m.
Sunday School 9:15 am Sunday Worship 11:00 am Bible Class (Wednesday) • 6 pm
Pastor Jessie Summerall
All Nations Pentecostal Prayer House CLG Rev. Tommie L. Knuckles Senior Pastor
Christian Tabernacle Baptist Church 1201 Center Street Racine, Wis. 53403
Come Worship with us at: Sunday School 9:30 AM Sunday Worship Service 11:00 AM
Pastor Joseph L. & First Lady Thomas
Joseph L. Thomas, Pastor Sunday School - 9:00 a.m. - Sunday Worship Service - 10:30 a.m. Tuesday Prayer Service - 6:00 p.m. Bible Study - Tuesday 11:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.
Greater Mt. Eagle Baptist Church
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Ministries Rev. Melvin Hargrove, Pastor
262-552-8090
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Sunday Service 10:30 Am Bible Study • Tuesday 7:00 pm
Come as you are, you won’t stay as you are.
New Brighter Day Baptist Church 1225 25th Ave., Kenosha, WI
St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church
Abundant Life Christian Center Ministries ALCCM
1502 West 6th Street Racine, Wis. 53403 Pastor Virginia Lackey
Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship Service - 11:00 a.m. Tuesday Bible Study 7 a.m. Friday Night Youth Hour 7 p.m. Friday Night Deliverance Service 8:00 p.m. Prayer Service (mon-Fri) Noon
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Prayer Service (Thursday) • 6 pm
Trinity United Missionary Baptist Church 306-5th Street, Racine, WI Sunday School 9:30 AM Sunday Worship 10:30 AM Prayer Service (Wed.) 5:00 PM Bible Class & Prayer (Wed.) - 6:00 PM
262.635.1994 email: tumbcc@ameritech.net Rev. Buddy Vinson Senior Pastor
Sunday School • 9:00 AM Sunday Worship Service • 10:45 AM Bible Study (Wed.) • 6:00 PM Word of Life (Youth Program) (Thur..) • 6:30 PM Pastor Keith Evans 929 State Street •
Racine, Wisconsin 53404
637-1606
New Birth Baptist Church
1840 Howe Street Racine, WI 53403 262.898.8031 Rev. Larry Jackson
Sunday School - 9:30 am Sunday Worship - 10:45 am Bible Class (Wednesday) - 6 pm For the perfecting of the Saints, For the Work of the Ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ Ephesians 4 & 12
Christian Education Classes to be announced
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AFRICAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH
424 MEMORIAL DRIVE • RACINE, WI
Pastor Charlene & Evang. Dimitri Mills Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship Service- 10:30 a.m. Tuesday Prayer Service - 9:30 a.m. Bible Study Wednesday 6:30 p.m.
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MLK Church of Christ --
1131 Douglas Avenue Racine, WI 262.412.3984 Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship Service - 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6 p.m.
Lewis Givens Jr., Senior Pastor
Mat: 6:33 Seek ye first the Kingdom God and his righteousness all these things shall be added unto you.
Gregg Chapel CME Church 2237 Howe Street Racine, Wisconsin
Pastors David R. Green 262.633.5590 Worship with us at: Sunday School: 9:30 AM Sunday Worship Service 11:00 AM Wednesday Mid-week Bible Study 6:00 PM
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Kingdom Builders Fellowship Center & Outreach Ministries KBFC 2707 Rapids Drive Racine, WI 53404 262.995.3499 262.412.9855 Pastors Leon and Debra Brown
Sunday Worship - 11:00 am Tuesday 6:30 pm Women of Wisdom Prayer Wednesday 6:30 pm Hour of Power Bible Study Thursday 6:30 pm Men of Honor Prayer
Full Gospel Disciple Church 3309 Kearney Avenue Racine, Wisconsin Pastor John & Navalla Williams Come Worship with us at: Sunday School 9:30 AM Sunday Worship Service 11:00 AM
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Christian Faith Fellowship Church Racine, Wisconsin
Pastors Willie & Patricia Scott Worship with us at: Sunday Worship Service • 10:00 AM Sunday School • 9:00 AM Wednesday Bible Study • 6:30 PM Gilmore Middle School’s Auditorium 2330 Northwestern
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Abundant Life Christian Center Ministries Praise Team St. Paul Missionary Choir New Anointing Zoe Ministries Special Guest to be announced in the next Insider News
Racine Gears-up for Annual Juneteenth Family Celebration On June 19, 1865, Union General Gordon Granger read aloud the Emancipation Proclamation in Galveston, Texas to notify those slaves that they were free. President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation on September 22, 1862 to declare slaves their freedom in areas under the Confederate control, including Florida. Freedom from slavery took effect January 1, 1863. This date is known as “Jubilee Day”. In Racine, Juneteenth will be celebrated Saturday, June 13, 2009, starting at noon. Commissioner Donnie Snow, Director of Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Services, says the event serves several purposes. “It reminds us (African-Americans) of our history-bring the community together-and is a symbol of pride.” Since 1980, Juneteenth has been an official state holiday in Texas. It is considered a “partial staffing holiday” meaning that state offices do not close but some employees will be using a floating holiday to take the day off. Twelve other states list it as an official holiday, including Arkansas, New York, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Alaska. In California, Governor Schwarzenegger proclaimed June 19 “Juneteenth” on June 19, 2005, however, some states, such as Connecticut, do not consider it a legal holiday and do not close government offices in observance of this occasion. Its informal observance has spread to some other states, with a few celebrations even taking place in other countries. As of May 2009, 31 states and the District of Columbia have recognized Juneteenth as either a state holiday or state holiday observance;
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Racine/Kenosha Shepard Guide Calendar of Events Get Ready…Get Ready…Get Ready The Insider News Presents Church’s Calendars of Services “Write the Vision and Make It Plain” June, 2010 Christ Baptist Church – 1801 Durand Avenue (414-217-5055) Pastor Daryn David Crenshaw
Sunday, June 13 @ 3:00 PM-Celebrating Ushers & Nurses Annual Day New Birth M.B. Church -1840 Howe Street (262-898-8031) Pastor Larry A. Jackson, Saturday, June 12 @ 6:00 PM Celebrating 4th Year Annual anniversary
Second Baptist Church – 3925 32nd Avenue, Kenosha, WI 53144, 262 - 652-1692-Pastor Olen Arrington, Jr. Saturday, June 5th, 2010 - 8:30 a.m. Second Baptist Mission Ministry
Sunday, June 6 @ 7:45 AM & 10:45 AM Bishop L.L. Kirby & Family 29th Anniversary Celebration. Theme-29 Yeas as Faithful Servants-1 Corinthians 15:58; Guest Church-Pastor Duane Sleet, First Baptist Church, Far Rockaway, NY
Christ Chapel Missionary Baptist Church - 815 Park Avenue (633-6662) Pastor Mark D. Gates June 14-18 @ 6:00 PM Annual Vacation Bible School (VBS) June 19 Annual Vacation Bible School Picnic (Picnic is only for VBS participants)
Sunday, June 20 @ 7:45 AM & 10:45 AM Celebrating Father’s Day Sunday, June 27 @ 3:00 PM-Celebrating Ushers & Nurses Annual Day. Featured Guest Dr. Willie Wilson & Singsation, Chicago, IL United Faith Missionary Baptist Church – 1327 Blake Avenue (632-1327) Pastor Gregory Daniels Annual Revival Monday, June 7 @ 7:00 PM Guest Speaker Pastor Larry Jackson, New Birth Missionary Baptist Church, Racine
Christian Faith Fellowship Church – 2330 Northwestern Avenue (631-0196) Pastors Willie & Patricia Scott Sunday, June 6 @ 6:00 PM-Sunday Night Jubilee Service held @ Shopko Complex Suite 21
Faith Christian Fellowship-1200 Racine Street (637-6220) Apostle Sheila Neinhaus Sunday, June 13 @ 4:00 PM Youth Ministry Service Greater Mt. Eagle Baptist Church929 State Street (637-1606 Keith T. Evans, Pastor Sunday, June 27 @ 10:45 AM Annual Youth Excellent Day Greater St. Luke’s Baptist Church -1326 State Street Pastor Jesse Sumerall
St. Paul Baptist Church – 1120 Center Street (632-1467) Bishop L. L. Kirby Saturday, June 5 First Lady, Dr. Renee Sartin Kirby, Luncheon @ Miracle Center-12 Noon. Guest Speaker-First Lady Gloria Games, Providence Baptist Church, Milwaukee
Worship is every Sunday @ 9:30 AM, Join us at 1810 Durand Avenue (Racine Seventh Day Adventist Church Building); The Church where Christ is Center, The Community is Cared for and The Word of God is made Clear. Follow us at: TheChristBC (At Twitter) for your daily dose of inspiration. Don’t follow any man, Don’t Follow every Tradition,” Follow a Relevant Word.
Saturday, June 26 @ 1:00 PM Christian Faith Fellowship- Racine presents “A Taste of Fashion! Brunch & Parade of Hats" @ Gerald Smoke House, 1501 Washington Avenue, Special Guests: Women of God Let's come together & share w/ Exquisite Food & Fashion. Please wear your finest Hat! Hats & accessories available for purchase. (Vendor - Copacetic of Racine, 409 Main Street.) Cost of the Event is $20.00. For tickets info contact the office @ (262)631-0196.
Sunday, June 20th, 2010 - 10:00 a.m. Men's Day (Father's Day Emphasis)
Tuesday, June 8 @ 7:00 PM Guest Speaker Minister Lawrence Kirby, II, Second Baptist Church, Kenosha Wednesday, June 9 @ 7:00 PM Guest Speaker Pastor David Green, Greg Chapel AME Church, Racine
Submit your church’s calendar by the 15th of each month to Minister Della Buckley Religious Editor, Racine Insider News @ dbuckley4@wi.rr.com or by calling 634-0428. Celebration Sunday, June 13 @ 3:00 PM Celebrating 4th Year Annual anniversary Celebration New Omega Baptist Church – 5731 Northwestern Avenue (634-4655) Pastor Fred Richmond Saturday, June 5 @ 12 PM New Omega Love Ministry will Host a Cake Walk Sunday, June 27 @ 3:30 Pm New Omega Women's Ministry Host - Red Day Program
2nd Annual Prayer Breakfast Theme: "For We Are Laborers Together With God" Speaker: Reverend Lawrence Kirby Saturday, June 12th, 2010 - 8:00 a.m. Wisconsin State Prayer Meeting Second Baptist Church, Kenosha Sunday, June 13th - 10:00 a.m. Second Baptist Church Youth Day
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Get Ready…Get Ready Tim Johnson-TMI Presents Live Album Recording Featuring Southeastern Wisconsin Regional Worship Experience Guest Artists: Frozene Hayes, Leanne Faine Guest Musicians: Dr. James Kinchen, Jeremey Scott Kyle King/ Dennis Doss/Ciante Chones Dennis Clay/Art Howell/Robert Smith George Ramsey/David James Friday, July 9 @ St. Paul Baptist Church/ Doors Open @ 6:00 PM MARK YOUR CALENDARS NOW!!!! Free Admission/More Info 262-752-7257 No charge to Churches who advertise in the Shepard Guide
Future Tennis Stars have a Day of Fun and Learning! Who knows, somewhere in the crowed of young people at Lockwood Park, there could be an Arthur Ashe or the William sisters. Three of America’s best tennis players of all time. About 100 children attended the Tennis Block Party, an introduction to tennis for children five to 10. The Parties featured two hours of tennis instruction, interactive games, and attractions, offering people of all ages and abilities the opportunity to learn and enjoy the benefits of the game – from fun and competition to lifestyle and fitness. Skilled teaching professionals, and special guests guided attendees through games and skills during this day of fun and learning. Volunteers taught youngsters some fundamentals like gripping a racquet, full swing, and most importantly, how to hit the ball. This was the second year for this summer program sponsored by The Racine Community Tennis Association.. Last year there were about 71 children in the program. Parents who still have an interest in enrolling a child, can find out more information at the Racine Community Tennis Association website: http://racinetennis4life.blogspot.com; or by calling Mike Levy at (262) 884-0234. All Photos by Ken Lumpkin
Youth Rip the Runway with Summer Fashions -Left photo: Scottie Martin, Computer Lab Coordinator at the Dr. Martin Luther King Center, invoked a little humor into the fashion show entitle Rip the Runway, held Friday, May 14, at the Center recently. Martin dressed like Deacon Brown of the famed Tyler Perry television show. Right photo: Shani Kyle, Program Coordinator, shows youth the steps to the new dance craze Wobble Dance. About 75 friends and parents attended the event.
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Camp Kinder Offers Widespread Benefits for Youth with Developmental Disabilities Summer is an exciting time of year for youth everywhere. Many children look forward to attending summer camp when the school year ends. Camp helps children stay active, teaches important social skills, and allows campers to have fun while gaining independence. However, parents of a special needs child may be reluctant to send their child to a new environment away from home, especially for the first time. RADD (Recreational Activities for the Developmentally Disabled) is proud to announce enrollment for Camp Kinder, an excellent option for special needs children and their families. Camp Kinder is designed for developmentally disabled youth ages 5-21, and has been serving Racine County for over 50 years. Camp is staffed by well-trained and highly compassionate individuals who dedicate their summer to providing a safe and nurturing environment for campers. Activities are tailored to meet the needs of the individual and encourage growth in a positive and comfortable manner; these activities are carefully planned and structured to ensure success. On-site activities include adaptive games, modified sports, music, arts & crafts, water games, and a variety of outdoor experiences. We also have special on-site visits by groups for educational and entertainment purposes. Weekly field trips allow campers to explore their community and meet new people. Camp Kinder targets skills that do not always come easy to our campers. Guided activities foster transitioning, turn-taking, peer relations, communication, and a variety of other important life skills. New this year, camp will be held at Franksville Park off of County Road K. This location provides a beautiful outdoor setting, with access to an air-conditioned indoor facility. Camp Kinder kicks off on June 21st and runs through August 13th; camp is held Monday through Friday from 9:30am to 2:00pm. Sign-up today and take advantage of the benefits this social and recreational program has to offer. Visit our website at www.radd-cpa.org to download application materials. You can also request registration materials by contacting the agency office at 262633-0291. RADD is a Partner Provider of United Way of Racine County.
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