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During a recent press conference, Chicago Public Schools CEO Janice Jackson (pictured at podium) announced that 10 schools would be added to the Opportunity Schools program for this upcoming school year. Photo Credit: Chicago Public Schools

CHICAGO PUBLIC SCHOOLS EXPANDS OPPORTUNITY SCHOOLS PROGRAM INTO 10 MORE SCHOOLS

NEWS

FASHION

BUSINESS

3 Reasons Preschoolers Should Play with Building Blocks

Hanesbrands Partners With Free The Girls to Support Women Rescued From Human Trafficking

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NEWS briefly EDUCATION

UNIONS REPRESENTING 32 MILLION EDUCATORS STAND IN SOLIDARITY WITH WOMEN REPRESENTATIVES Education International, the global body representing the world’s teachers, recently voted unanimously to condemn U.S. President Donald Trump’s attack on four women members of the U.S. Congress including Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.), Ilhan Omar (D-Minn.), Ayanna Pressley (D-Mass.) and Rashida Tlaib (D-Mich.) By telling the Congresswomen to “go back,” the organization further added in a press release that, “Trump enshrined his status as a clear and present danger to the ideals of democracy and universal human rights upon which EI was founded.” “With his latest attack on U.S. Congresswomen of color, the very future of democracy is at stake. That’s why unions representing 32 million educators took the lead to condemn him before his virulence further stains the international community. President Trump’s actions and words stand in direct opposition to our shared values of decency, democracy, and human and civil rights. And today, the world’s teachers let him know we won’t stand idly by while our common humanity is trashed,” said AFT President Randi Weingarten.

HEALTH

OFFICIALS TEAM UP TO HIGHLIGHT THE DANGERS OF CHILDREN DYING IN HOT CARS In light of recent tragedies locally and nationally, and as part of an effort to raise awareness for National Heatstroke Prevention Day which was recognized on July 31, government representatives, first responders, health professionals, safety advocates and other partners joined together recently at the Edgewood Fire Station to raise awareness and discuss ways to prevent child deaths and injuries in hot vehicles. Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky recently introduced the HOT CARS Act, H.R. 3593, along with Congressmen Tim Ryan (D-OH) and Peter King (R-NY). The bill would require new vehicles to be equipped with an alarm system to alert the driver if a child or a pet might be in the backseat. For more information on preventing child heatstroke deaths, please visit noheatstroke. org and www.safekids.org/heatstroke.

LAW & POLITICS

ABA HOUSE AGENDA INCLUDES MEASURES ON MARIJUANA, COLLEGE FREE SPEECH AND IMMIGRATION The American Bar Association House of Delegates, which determines association-wide policy, will consider proposals at the upcoming ABA Annual Meeting that urge free speech on college campuses, leadership in resolving the “current stalemate” between federal and state marijuana laws, and a host of recommendations related to immigration laws. The House — made up of 594 delegates from state, local and other bar associations and legal groups from across the country — will meet at the San Francisco Marriott Marquis Aug. 12-13 to close the 2019 ABA Annual Meeting, which begins Aug. 8. Altogether, nearly five dozen proposals are on the House’s agenda. All proposed and filed resolutions and reports can be found at https://www.americanbar.org/ news/reporter_resources/annual-meeting-2019/ house-of-delegates-resolutions/

Chicago Public Schools Expands Opportunity Schools Program Into 10 More Schools Continued from page 1 BY KATHERINE NEWMAN

Chicago Public Schools CEO, Janice Jackson, was joined by the Mayor of Chicago, Lori Lightfoot, at a recent press conference to announce the expansion of the Opportunity Schools program into 10 additional schools for the upcoming school year. The press conference was held at Michelle Clark Magnet High School, 5101 W Harrison St., which is one of the schools that has just been added to the program. The Opportunity Schools program was created by Chicago Public Schools as a way of recruiting and retaining high-quality teachers for hard-to-staff schools in positions that are of the greatest need, such as special education and bilingual teaching, according to information provided by CPS. “As a city, we must guarantee all of our children receive an education that is comprehensive, challenging and prepares them for meaningful work, civic engagement, and life-long learning,” said Mayor Lightfoot. “Opportunity Schools are focused on helping schools to support and retain high-qual-

ity teachers who play a central role in the lives and education of our children.” The addition of these 10 new schools to the program means that these schools, along with the others that were already included, will get the highly trained staff they deserve and it also guarantees that the new staff members will be supported by the district through mentorship and development opportunities as they settle into their new positions. “With equity at the forefront of the district’s vision for the future, ensuring principals have equitable access to qualified, passionate teachers is critical to continue building upon the district’s significant academic progress,” said Jackson. “The Opportunity Schools program is an investment in schools and teachers’ continued development by providing them with mentorship and unique professional development opportunities to lay the foundation for a successful career.” Michelle Clark Magnet High School is located in Chicago’s Austin neighborhood on the west side and as part of the Opportunity Schools program, the school administration

will now have the support they need from the district to attract high-quality educators and ensure their students are receiving the learning opportunities they deserve. Thanks to this program, the Principal at Michelle Clark Magnet High School, Charles Anderson, will finally be able to dedicate resources to recruiting the educators that his students need to be able to thrive academically. “Joining the Opportunity Schools program is helping me assemble a dynamic team of high-quality educators who are invested in the success of our students,” said Anderson. “This additional support will help our school community be further defined by our dedicated educators, staff, families and community members who come together to provide the best possible education to our students.” Other schools that were added to the Opportunity Schools program for the upcoming school year are Chicago Vocational Career Academy High School, Gage Park High School, Greater Lawndale High School for Social Justice, and Kelvyn Park High School among a few others.

Wells Fargo Grants Support Neighborhood Revitalization Efforts In Austin Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: WFC) recently announced $500,000 in donations to four local nonprofits to support housing, education and neighborhood revitalization for Chicago residents. “The work being done by these nonprofits will empower families and individuals by providing new opportunities in key areas such as housing, education, community resources and more,” said Nirag Patel, Wells Fargo community banking district manager in Chicago. “We’re hopeful this effort will make a positive impact in the Austin neighborhood of Chicago.” The Wells Fargo grants are intended to support neighborhood revitalization efforts through the Wells Fargo NeighborhoodLIFT® program funded by the Wells Fargo Foundation. NeighborhoodLIFT local initiative grants will be awarded to the following Chicago nonprofits: l Austin Coming Together will receive $50,000 to organize local leaders and organizations to implement Year 1

of the Austin Quality-of-Life Plan, a comprehensive fiveyear plan designed to improve the neighborhood by addressing key areas such as economic empowerment and education. l Jane Addams Resource Corporation will receive $50,000 for its Careers in Manufacturing Program to provide low-income adults with technical skills training combined with support services such as asset- and credit-building strategies; public benefits screening; and employment coaching to develop skills needed for life and work. l Local Initiatives Support Corporation - Chicago will receive $100,000 for technical support and capacity building in support of development

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projects identified by the Austin Quality-of-Life Plan, particularly for economic revitalization; a revitalized community spirit built on cultural and recreational assets; and a vibrant real estate market that supports homeowners and affordable housing. l Rebuilding Together Metro Chicago will receive $300,000 for the Austin Community Revitalization Initiative to provide significant home repairs to 25 owner-occupied, low- to moderate-income households in the Austin community. This initiative will leverage continued efforts to reduce neighborhood blight, increase community investment, and bring the total number of homes served by the initiative to more than 200. More than 900 homeowners created in Chicago through LIFT programs The Chicago NeighborhoodLIFT program local initiative grants are part of an $18 million commitment by Wells Fargo to boost local homeownership and revitalize neighborhoods in Chicago. The NeighborhoodLIFT

program, and other LIFT programs, have assisted more than 900 Chicago homeowners by offering homebuyer education plus down payment assistance grants. The 2018 Chicago NeighborhoodLIFT program was a collaboration with NeighborWorks® America and its network members Westside Housing and Beyond Housing. As the single largest corporate philanthropic effort in Wells Fargo’s history, with a $474 million investment, LIFT programs have created nearly 22,000 homeowners at 73 events nationwide since 2012 by offering homebuyer education plus home down payment assistance grants. A video about the NeighborhoodLIFT program is posted on Wells Fargo Stories. This follows Wells Fargo’s recent announcement of an evolution of the company’s philanthropic strategy that includes a $1 billion commitment to address the housing affordability crisis, a $20 million challenge grant aimed at accelerating housing solutions nationwide and an increased focus on financial health and small business growth.

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NEWS

LUV Fest Brings Together South Side Neighbors In Mandrake Park BY KATHERINE NEWMAN

The Love, Unity, and Value Institute (LUV Institute) recently hosted LUV Fest in Mandrake Park, 3858 S. Cottage Grove Ave., to allow community residents to get to know their neighbors. The afternoon event was free and offered food, entertainment, live art-making, and activities for kids. The LUV Institute is a nonprofit organization that focuses on college and career readiness for young people from ages 11 to 24 and provides them with skills for success in the workforce. The mission of the organization is to inspire and empower at-risk youth with the skills, competencies, and opportunities they need to build resiliency while reducing the impact of trauma, according to information provided by the LUV Institute. “We really focus on college and career readiness and social and emotional learning tools for young men and women of color who have experienced trauma. We have learned that 70 percent of the young people we serve have actually experienced some level of trauma by the age of 16,” said Cosette Nazon-Wilburn, executive director of the LUV Institute. Trauma is an emotional response to a terrible event, according to the American Psychological Association. Often, youth trauma in Chicago is thought to be directly connected to violence and specifically gun violence, but what the LUV institute has found is that there are a number of reasons why young people experience trauma, like their parents getting divorced, losing a family member, or having a parent lose their job and having to move, according to Nazon-Wilburn.

The Love, Unity, and Value Institute (LUV Institute) recently hosted Luv Fest in Mandrake Park. Photo Credit: Love, Unity, and Value Institute

“We underestimate what kids are going through and while schools often label things like low school performance, social awkwardness, anxiety, and anger as issues, it all can be rerouted back to trauma,” said Nazon-Wilburn. “Our work really is about unpacking and providing the kinds of buffers that young people need around to survive trauma.” While the LUV Institute heavily focuses on young people in Chicago, LUV Fest was an event for the entire family and community. LUV Fest was made possible by a $10,000 grant from the Safe and Peaceful Communities Fund, a fund that was created to provide grants for community-based organizations to create anti-violence programming during

the summer. “We created a community event where you could get to know your neighbor because we know that when you know your neighbors you are less likely to engage in violence and you make neighborhoods safer,” said Nazon-Wilburn. “The centerpiece of it was that everyone worked on a community art project where they put together tile and eventually we will do an unveiling around that.” The event was organized and led by students at the LUV Institutes who were responsible for coming up with the idea and plan for LUV Fest. To learn more about the LUV Institute visit www.luvinstitute.org.

We Are The Champions— But Not When It Comes To Equal Pay For Women Athletes The U.S. Women’s National Team (USWNT) in soccer made history by winning their fourth World Cup trophy, but the legacy of discrimination against women athletes continues. This is one reason NOW is standing up in support of two important pieces of legislation that would help female athletes finally get the compensation they deserve. The USWNT, led by inspiring figures including Megan Rapinoe, Alex Morgan and Rose Lavelle, are paid as little as 38 cents on the dollar compared to their male counterparts, despite winning back-to-back World Cup titles. Additionally, the women’s team is subjected to inferior playing conditions and equipment than the national men’s team, who have never won a World Cup. In fact, their best performance dates back to 1930, when they reached the quarter-finals. That is why NOW strongly supports the Give Our Athletes Level Salaries (GOALS) Act, introduced by Reps. Doris Matsui (D-Calif.) and Rosa DeLauro (D-Conn.), which would block any and all federal funding for the 2026 World Cup—jointly hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada—until the U.S. Soccer Federation pays the women fair and equitable wages. Additionally, the Athletics Fair Pay Act, introduced by Reps. Lois Frankel (D-Fla.) and Kathy Castor (D-Fla.) in the House and Sens. Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.) and Patty Murray (D-Wash.) in the Senate, would require equal pay and compensation for all Olympic and amateur athletes by amending the Ted Stevens Olympic and Amateur Sports Act to require equitable pay for female athletes. It would also add new reporting requirements regarding athlete pay broken down by race and gender.

COMMENTARY

Black Women Taking on the Fight Against Diabetes BY LINDA GOLER BLOUNT MPH, President and CEO, Black Women’s Health Imperative

The cost of insulin is skyrocketing and people—especially Black women—are dying because they cannot afford or don’t have access to vital medication. There is not enough being done to lower the prices of prescription medications that could mean life or death for so many African Americans that depend on it to live. Over 30 million people in the United States have been diagnosed with both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes—including nearly 13% of all non-Hispanic Black people. According to the Office of Minority Health at the Department of Health and Human Services, African Americans are 80% more likely to be diagnosed with diabetes and the majority of them are women. Many of those suffering from diabetes depend on insulin to regulate their blood sugar to remain

healthy so that the food they eat does not threaten their lives. Instead of ensuring that people with diabetes can have access to this life-saving drug, some political leaders have put up road block after road block to make it harder for patients to receive care, despite bipartisan outrage by the excessively high cost of prescription drugs. This isn’t just bad politics: this is a life or death issue for working families across the country, and African Americans are disproportionately paying the price. Instead of focusing on lowering drug costs for all Americans, some lawmakers continue to attack the Affordable Care Act and its health care protections for those that have pre-existing conditions. While they do this, as many as one in four people skips insulin doses or ration prescriptions because of the rising cost. Sadly, some of these people are dying as a result—and many black women are specifically at risk. African Americans are more likely to develop Type 2 diabetes and unfortunately suffer

fatalities from type 2 diabetes at twice the rate of their white counterparts. Black people are overwhelmingly more likely to suffer from debilitating complications caused by diabetes such as amputations, blindness and kidney failure more than their white counterparts. Due to lack of health resources in predominately African American communities, black people receive poorer quality care and get care later when the disease has progressed. The risk for getting type 2 diabetes increases with age with the highest incidence occurring between 65-75. This is precisely the point in life when income decreases. African American women are especially affected. They are likely to be care-givers and spend their hard-earned money on ensuring family members are healthy making access to insulin a greater challenge. The health and wellness of Black women must be a top priority so we must take action. Recently, a coalition of health care, social justice, and faith organizations launched “Affordable

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Insulin NOW,” a campaign demanding lower drug costs for those suffering from diabetes. Together, we are raising our voices, amplifying each other’s stories, building on-the-ground teams, and demanding our policymakers and pharmaceutical companies work together to provide access to high quality and affordable insulin. We need affordable insulin now. Too many lives depend on it. Linda Goler Blount, MPH, is President and CEO of the Black Women’s Health Imperative (BWHI). Blount oversees BWHI’s strategic direction and is responsible for directing the organization toward achieving its mission of leading efforts to solve the most pressing health issues that affect Black women and girls in the United States. Before joining BWHI, Blount served as the vice president of programmatic impact for the United Way of Greater Atlanta, where she led the effort to eliminate inequalities in health, income, education and housing through place- and population‐based work.

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BUSINESS Half Of Americans Would Take A Job With No Paid Time Off For A Higher Salary

Americans Put a Price Tag on Vacation Days, source: Allianz Global Assistance

Half (49 percent) of working Americans would accept a job with no vacation time if they were paid more, according to the 11th annual Vacation Confidence Index* released by Allianz Global Assistance. Millennials (63 percent, compared to 47 percent of Gen X’ers and 32 percent of Baby Boomers) and men (57 percent, versus 41 percent of women) are the most likely to sacrifice paid time off for higher salaries. The average American who would give up paid vacation time for a salary increase would require a 48 percent raise to do so, though a sizable one in five were willing to give up their paid time off for an increase of 24 percent or less. One-third (29 percent) would need 25 – 49 percent more, 35 percent would need 50 – 99 percent more and 16 percent would need double their salary to take this offer. On the flip side, the Vacation Confidence Index also explored the worth of unlimited vacation time, an increasingly popular workplace trend. One in three Americans (34 percent) would give up a portion of their paycheck for unlimited vacation, with Millennials (41 percent) even more likely to do so. Millennials are the most likely to both give up vacation time for salary, and give up salary for vacation time, highlighting how important professional success and personal flexibility are to this generation.

Pending Home Sales Climb 2.8% in June Pending home sales continued to ascend in June, marking two consecutive months of growth, according to the National Association of Realtors®. Each of the four major regions recorded a rise in contract activity, with the West experiencing the highest surge. The Pending Home Sales Index,* www. nar.realtor/pending-home-sales, a forwardlooking indicator based on contract signings, moved up 2.8% to 108.3 in June, up from 105.4 in May. Year-over-year contract signings jumped 1.6%, snapping a 17-month streak of annual decreases. Yun notes June’s contract signings indicate that buyers are both enthusiastic about the market and of the potential wealth gain, but he added that home builders need to increase inventory. “Homes are selling at a breakneck pace, in less than a month, on average, for existing homes and three months for newly constructed homes,” he said. “Furthermore, homeowners’ equity in real estate has doubled over the past six years to now nearly $16 trillion. But the number of potential buyers exceeds the number of homes available. We need to see sizable growth in inventory, particularly of entry-level homes, to assure wider access to homeownership.”

Pending Home Sales - June 2019

June Pending Home Sales Regional Breakdown All regional indices are up from May and from one year ago. The PHSI in the Northeast rose 2.7% to 94.5 in June and is now 0.9% higher than a year ago. In the Midwest, the index grew 3.3% to 103.6 in June, 1.7% greater than June 2018. Pending home sales in the South increased 1.3% to an index of 125.7 in June, which is 1.4% higher than last June. The index in the West soared 5.4% in June to 96.8 and increased 2.5% above a year ago.

Hourly Earnings and Weekly Hours Worked Increase at Small Businesses in July The Paychex | IHS Markit Small Business Employment Watch for July shows a slight decline in job growth and a fourth consecutive month of accelerated wage growth. The national jobs index stands at 98.18, down 0.15 percent from last month and 1.18 percent below its pace in July 2018. The deceleration in job growth follows a 0.45 percent decrease in June. Hourly earnings growth reached its strongest rate in more than a year at 2.70 percent in July, and weekly earnings growth improved to 2.57 percent. Additionally, one-month annualized growth for weekly hours worked, up 1.19 percent, is the highest it’s been since 2017. “The further decline of the jobs index to 98.18 in July validates the sharp fall in small business employment growth seen in June,” said James Diffley, chief regional economist at IHS Markit. “It’s not surprising to see continued lower job growth and wage increases in this tight labor market,” said Martin Mucci, Paychex

president and CEO. “While finding good candidates continues to present hiring challenges for small employers, the data shows that employees are seeing steady increases in hourly earnings.” Broken down further by geography and industry, the July report showed: l The South remains the top region for employment growth; the West leads regions in hourly earnings growth. l Texas maintains the lead among states in small business job growth; Illinois remains the top state for wage growth. l Dallas is again the top metro for job growth; San Diego maintains its lead among metros in wage growth. l Financial Activities was the only industry sector to increase the pace of job growth in July. The complete results for July, including interactive charts detailing all data at a national, regional, state, metro, and industry level, are available at www.paychex.com/ employment-watch.

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FASHION

Squeaky Clean Skin Doesn’t Mean Healthy Skin Make-Up Artists & Hair Stylists Guild and Beverly Center to Host Emmy-Nominee Reception The Make-Up Artists & Hair Stylists Guild (MUAHS, IATSE Local 706) will celebrate this year’s Emmy®nominated make-up artists and hair stylists at a special reception hosted by Beverly Center at Cal Mare, on Sunday, August 11, 2019, with the Red Carpet starting at 3 p.m. The livestream presentation of the “3rd Annual Q&A

with Emmy-Nominated Make-Up Artists & Hair Stylists” from the event begins at 4:00 pm PT/ 7:00 pm ET, and can be seen on local706.org/emmy-nominees-livestream. For more information, visit local706.org or get #MUAHSawards updates on Facebook , Twitter and Instagram.

Hanesbrands Partners With Free The Girls to Support Women Rescued From Human Trafficking HanesBrands, a socially responsible global marketer of everyday basic apparel, has joined forces with the nonprofit group Free The Girls to help women rescued from human trafficking re-establish their lives. The company’s more than 200 retail stores in the United States and Puerto Rico, which operate under the HaneBrands, Hanes, Maidenform and L’eggs-Hanes-Bali-Playtex nameplates, are accepting new and gently used bras to be donated to Free The Girls. Prominently placed collection boxes make it easy for store patrons to drop off bra donations from home or leave a bra behind when purchasing a new one. Donated bras are used by Free The Girls to help human trafficking survivors in Mozambique, El Salvador and Costa Rica establish secondhand apparel resale businesses to earn sustainable incomes. “Partnering with Free The Girls is a natural fit for HanesBrands, a company known for producing a wide array of apparel designed to empower women,” said Missy Sage, the company’s vice president of retail store operations. “We are pleased to put the power of our retail operations behind this visionary organization to raise awareness of this important issue and provide an opportunity for the millions of people who visit our stores each year to take part in addressing the needs of survivors.” Stores are already reporting a very positive reaction to the partnership, Sage notes. A consumer shopping in a Locust Grove, Georgia, HanesBrands store was so inspired by the program that she returned the next day with 50 bras she had collected for donation. “We are so grateful HanesBrands chose to make a tangible difference

Free The Girls provides survivors with initial bra inventories at no cost, along with free financial planning, budgeting, inventory management and other critical support services to assist the women as they start their businesses.

in the lives of human trafficking survivors by partnering with Free The Girls,” said Courtney Skiera-Vaughn, executive director of the nonprofit. “For nearly a decade, we have been working to help previously exploited women lead vibrant and successful lives – and we rely on influential brands and compassionate individuals to help make this vision a reality.” Free The Girls provides survivors with initial bra inventories at no cost, along with free financial planning, budgeting, inventory management and other critical support services to assist the women as they start their businesses. The organization also provides lowcost inventory replenishment once businesses are up and running. “Why bras is typically everyone’s first question and the answer is very simple,” Skiera-Vaughn noted. “In many developing nations, bras are sought-after apparel that command top dollar. By selling bras, a survivor

is transformed into an entrepreneur, which provides a sense of direction and the economic freedom to support herself and her family.” Participants in the Free The Girls program have used proceeds from their businesses to buy land, house their families, attend universities and expand their businesses – or start new ones. Skiera-Vaughn also reports that 100% of the women in the program have enrolled their children in school. HanesBrands’ partnership with Free The Girls is part of the company’s award-winning Hanes for Goodcorporate social responsibility commitment that focuses on workplace quality, environmental stewardship, philanthropy and community building. For more information on Hanes’ CSR initiatives, visit www. hanesforgood.com. Log on to www. freethegirls.org to learn more about the organization’s programs. www.thechicagocitizen.com

From beach vacations to family barbecues, summer is often filled with more time spent outdoors, which often leaves people wanting to wash their face at the end of the day. All that time in the humidity leaves people yearning to feel clean, yet according to recently released results from a CeraVe® survey conducted online by Harris Poll among 2,000 U.S. adults, people are confused about what “clean” actually means. While clean skin should feel hydrated, 37 percent of respondents think their skin should feel tight after cleansing. Another 33 percent associate dry skin with clean skin, which is not true. At a time of year when cleansing is even more essential to a skincare routine, CeraVe®, the dermatologistdeveloped skincare brand, shed light on what it means to have clean and healthy skin during Cleanse Your Skin Week, which took place from July 28th through August 3rd. With 43 percent of respondents saying that how their skin should feel after cleansing causes confusion, it’s no wonder people are looking to feel “squeaky clean.” However, a feeling of tightness is actually a sign of stripped moisture from the skin and often means you should be adapting your routine with products that include gentler, moisturizing ingredients. This feeling isn’t the only confusion being caused by this essential skincare step. In fact, more than half of respondents (53 percent) said they are confused about which type of cleanser to use; followed by how often to cleanse (47 percent). “I always recommend my patients use gentle cleansers with hydrating ingredients as part of their daily regimen to not only provide a deep cleanse, but to avoid the tight feeling people often encounter after washing their faces, which is an indication of lost moisture,” said Dr. Marchbein. “First remove makeup, oil and residue that’s built up during the day with a cleansing cloth, then use a fragrancefree cleanser like the CeraVe® Foaming Facial Cleanser, which features hyaluronic acid to attract hydration to the skin’s surface and ceramides to help lock in moisture.” Despite confusion, a regular skincare routine is a necessity for healthy skin. Yet, nearly half of respondents (47 percent) admit to behaviors that are bad for their skin and one-third (35 percent) confessed to having poor skincare habits. When it comes to cleansing, 53 percent of respondents said they only use water when they wash their face, which board-certified dermatologist Dr. Shari Marchbein says is not an effective way to cleanse.

Moreover, people are willing to admit that there is more than confusion contributing to their skin sins: l The top three reasons respondents say they don’t cleanse are that they’re too tired (61 percent), they forget (47 percent) and they feel it is too much of a hassle and inconvenient (33 percent). l More than one-quarter of respondents (27 percent) say they have gone more than two weeks without washing their bed sheets and pillowcases, leaving skin susceptible to breakouts and irritation from sweat, oil and bacteria buildup. l While many people use washcloths for cleansing, 42 percent of respondents will use the same cloth up to four times without washing it and 16 percent will even use it up to seven times; thus, adding back accumulated grime and bacteria to freshly cleansed skin l Two-fifths of respondents (41 percent) admit that they use hot water when washing their face, which dermatologists say strips moisture from the skin and therefore, they advise using lukewarm water instead. To help achieve a proper and effective cleansing routine, CeraVe® offers a complete range of cleansing products with three essential ceramides. Ceramides are found naturally in the skin as a key component of the skin barrier, helping skin seal in moisture and seal out impurities. The CeraVe® products leave skin cleansed and moisturized without disrupting the skin’s natural barrier. “Cleansing is essential for healthy and hydrated skin, but it’s a step that tends to cause confusion,” said Derrick Booker, Vice President of Marketing. “As the #1 dermatologistrecommended skincare brand, CeraVe® knows that a proper skincare routine starts with cleansing and has created National Cleanse Your Skin Week to shed light on the importance of cleansers and how you don’t need to compromise your skin to achieve a clean, healthy look and feel.” In addition to cleansers, CeraVe® offers a wide variety of therapeutic skincare products that are developed with dermatologists and contain ceramides 1, 3 and 6-II, which are essential to restoring and maintaining the skin’s natural barrier. For more information about CeraVe®, visit them on Facebook and Instagram.

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NEWS

3 Reasons Preschoolers Should Play with Building Blocks StatePoint - Playtime is important to a child’s development. Offering many social and emotional benefits, it helps lay the foundation for children’s future success and prepares them for school. One classic toy -- building blocks -- should be incorporated into every child’s playtime. Here are three reasons why: • Building blocks build skills: Playing with building blocks hones hand-eye coordination, while helping to strengthen hands and grip, skills that will be needed in the classroom, when playing sports and beyond. Additionally, building blocks encourage kids to be creative and to learn how to problem solve. When working together with a friend or caregiver, they also offer opportunities for cooperation, which can foster language development and communication skills. Be sure to talk to your kids about what they are building! • Building blocks are getting smarter: Like so many household items, building blocks are getting smarter and more innovative, and this means more opportunities for both fun and learning. In fact,

One classic toy -- building blocks -- should be incorporated into every child’s playtime.

LeapFrog’s first-ever line of smart building blocks -- LeapBuilders -- was just introduced. Combining technology and interactive, curriculum-based content, these playsets

feature an electronic Smart Star cube and double-sided learning blocks that respond with fun sounds and educational songs on topics such as colors, animals, numbers, letters and

more. Among those in the new line-up is the ABC Smart House, an interactive 61-piece house-themed block set that enhances building play with learning

content for a unique, engaging experience. A fun way to familiarize kids with their ABCs, kids can also use the learning blocks from other sets in the interactive Smart Star to unlock additional responses. Recommended for ages 2 and up, LeapBuilders is available at major retailers. For more information, visit leapfrog.com/leapbuilders. • Building blocks grow with a child: Unlike many toys that children outgrow, building blocks will grow with your child through various stages of development, and you will likely notice your children interact with building blocks differently as they acquire new skills and knowledge. For example, at a younger age, kids may use building blocks to test the concept of gravity. Later, they will use building blocks to create larger complicated structures. Preparing a preschooler for school success can be fun, especially when you put an emphasis on playtime. When seeking out toys that help children reach developmental milestones, be sure to include building blocks, especially those that take learning a step further.

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NEWS

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Four Seasons Announces 2021 Itineraries Aboard All-New Private Jet Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts recently announced four exclusive journeys available for guests jetting off in 2021 on its new custom-built aircraft. Featuring two newly crafted itineraries, the Four Seasons Private Jet will touch down for the first time in Angkor Wat, Mexico City, Easter Island and Athens, among an enviable list of locales. Wherever the new state-of-theart private jet visits, the world’s leading luxury hospitality company’s exclusive network of local partners promises an end-to-end Four Seasons experience exploring new cultures, flavours, landscapes and perspectives delivered with singular care and comfort. “Guests journeying with us in 2021 will be the first to travel aboard our brand new, industry-leading aircraft, featuring a modern, guest-centric design, including a spacious lounge area,” says Christian Clerc, president, Worldwide Hotel Operations, Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts. “We have added new destinations including Jordan, Egypt, Eas-

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Documentary Series Drives Change for Global Issues Impacting Humanity National Geographic has announced that ACTIVATE: THE GLOBAL CITIZEN MOVEMENT, the six-part documentary series from National Geographic and Procter & Gamble, co-produced by Global Citizen and RadicalMedia, will premiere Sept. 5 at 9/8c in the U.S. and will air globally on National Geographic in 172 countries and 43 languages. ACTIVATE is a multiplatform storytelling partnership and six-part documentary series — bolstered by custom content distributed across National Geographic’s social, digital, linear and print channels. It will raise awareness about extreme poverty, inequality and sustainability issues to mobilize Global Citizens to drive meaningful and lasting change on the Global Citizen platform. Each episode delves into a different issue connected to the root causes of extreme poverty, following a specific Global Citizen campaign and the organizers, amplifiers, grassroots activists, action takers and people whose lives are being changed. Episode topics include eradicating extreme poverty, ending cash bail, breaking down barriers to girls’ education, funding education for displaced children, ending plastic pollution and

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helping solve the water crisis. ACTIVATE will take audiences from the Global Citizen Festival stages to the front lines of change around the world while spotlighting real-time efforts to address issues related to extreme poverty. Through the eyes of activists including Hugh Jackman, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Becky G, Usher, Common, Rachel Brosnahan, Gayle King, Bonang Matheba, Pharrell Williams, Darren Criss and Uzo Aduba, and told through the iconic storytelling lens of National Geographic, viewers

will hear the stories, meet the people and witness firsthand the work that is being done to combat extreme poverty and inspire a global movement. The series has been filmed internationally in Mexico, Nigeria, Peru, the Philippines and South Africa, and across the United States in California, New York, Tennessee and Washington, D.C. The ACTIVATE partnership is the result of a shared commitment National Geographic, P&G and Global Citizen have made to leverage

their collective influence, audience and scale to both raise awareness and inspire a global community to take action. For more than 10 years, Global Citizen has been working to defeat extreme poverty through advocacy and citizen engagement, motivating businesses, organizations and governments to make financial commitments and policy changes to achieve the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and eradicate extreme poverty by 2030. The multiplatform ACTIVATE

John Wick Chapter 3 - Parabellum Is Back On Digital August 23 And 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray And DVD September 10 From Lionsgate John Wick reloads for another worldwide smash hit when John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum arrives on Digital August 23 and on 4K Ultra HD™ Combo Pack (plus Blu-ray and Digital), Blu-ray Combo Pack (plus DVD and Digital), DVD, and On Demand September 10 from global content leader Lionsgate (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B). The highly anticipated third film in the blockbuster John Wick franchise is an action-packed, international thrill ride that is now Rotten Tomatoes Certified Fresh™. The film stars Keanu Reeves (The Matrix, Speed, Point Break), Oscar® winner Halle Berry (2001, Best Actress, Monster’s Ball), Oscar® nominee Laurence Fishburne (1993, Best Actor, What’s Love Got to Do with It), Marc Dacascos (TV’s “Hawaii Five-O,” Brotherhood of the Wolf, Only the Strong), Asia Kate Dillon (TV’s “Orange is the New Black,” “Billions,” “Younger”), Lance Reddick (White House

Down, Jonah Hex, TV’s “American Horror Story”), with Oscar® winner Anjelica Huston (1985, Best Supporting Actress, Prizzi’s Honor), and Golden Globe® winner Ian McShane (2005, Best Television Actor – Drama Series, TV’s “Deadwood”). Super assassin John Wick (Keanu Reeves) has a $14 million price tag on his head after killing a member of the High Table, the shadowy international assassins’ guild. Now excommunicado, and with an army of the world’s most ruthless hit men and women on his trail, John must find a way to survive in this third chapter of the adrenalinefueled action series. Erik Davis from Fandago raved, “[it’s] hands down, one of the year’s best action movies.” The John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum 4K Ultra HD Combo Pack, Blu-ray Combo Pack, and DVD will be available for the suggested retail price of $42.99, $39.99, and $29.95, respectively. www.thechicagocitizen.com

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storytelling partnership will expand beyond the documentary series to include a 10-page custom print section for ACTIVATE in the September issue of National Geographic magazine as well as custom story stretches aligned to each episode, custom digital articles and social media moments highlighting various issues within ACTIVATE. The partnership will also include digital hubs on NatGeo.com and GlobalCitizen.org for viewers who would like to dive deeper into the six critical issues highlighted in the series. Viewers will be able to take action on Global Citizen campaigns, earn rewards and learn more about P&G’s brand impact efforts led by Tide, Always, Head & Shoulders, Charmin and more. The ACTIVATE series will illustrate experimentation with new content and distribution models, and new ways to mobilize viewers across the world. For the latest news and information about P&G and its brands, visit http://www.pg.com For more information about National Geographic, visit natgeotv. com or nationalgeographic.com, or find them on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn and Pinterest.

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Martinez to hold Family Wellness and Back to School Fair Assistant Majority Leader Iris Y. Martinez (D-Chicago) will hold her annual Family Wellness and Back to School Fair. Martinez will be joined by co-host State Representative Jaime Andrade Jr. (D-Chicago) along with Alderman Carlos Ramirez-Rosa, Representative Will Guzzardi and Commissioner Luis Arroyo Jr. The fair will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 8, at Avondale Logandale School, 3212 W. George St., on the corner of Kedzie Avenue and George Street. “Students have the best chance at success in the classroom if they start the school year healthy,” Martinez said. “I know that health care costs are extremely high. This event is a way to make sure parents and their children can get the services they need to stay in good health.”

Kids who attend with parents will receive school bags while supplies last. They can also get immunizations, vision screenings and even dental services like fillings and teeth cleaning. Services will be available for parents and other adults, including health screenings CountyCare Health Insurance registration and assistance from the Illinois Secretary of State. Representatives from the City of Chicago CityKey Program will also be on site, and attendees will be able to dispose of prescription medication through the Cook County Sheriff ’s Prescription Drug Take Back Program. For more information on the Family Wellness and Back to School Fair, please call Martinez’s office at 773278-2020.

Assistant Majority Leader Iris Y. Martinez (D-Chicago) will hold her annual Family Wellness and Back to School Fair. Kids who attend with parents will receive school bags while supplies last.

The Museum of Science and Industry hosts Bit Bash, an alternative independent games festival

Family Rescue provides comprehensive services to over 1,500 survivors of domestic violence each year throughout the Chicago metropolitan area through four core programs. On August 26, the organization will host their 22nd Annual Course Against Domestic Violence Charity Golf Tournament.

Family Rescue Presents the 22nd Annual Course Against Domestic Violence Charity Golf Tournament Family Rescue will host their 22nd Annual Course Against Domestic Violence Charity Golf Tournament at the Cress Creek Country Club in Naperville on August 26, 2019, sponsored by the Chicago Cubs. Some other sponsors include DLA Piper, Guarantee Trust Life Insurance Company, the Kitch Firm, Old Republic National Title Insurance Company, and Chicago Title Insurance Company. For the third year in a row, Family Rescue is pleased to host their annual golf tournament at Cress Creek Country Club. After playing its eighteen holes, participates will enjoy a delicious dinner and cocktails. Throughout the day, golfers will have the opportunity to buy tickets for a cash raffle or bid on silent auctions items. Some highlights include a Tampa Fun package (includes tickets to Busch Gardens and lodging, plus other attractions), a trip to Traverse City, MI, tickets to

the Goodman Theatre, and a gift card for Dutch and Doc. One golfer is $250 or register a foursome for $1,000. Please visit http://www.familyrescueinc.org/get-involved/ golf-test to purchase tickets or to read about sponsorship options. This year, the goal is to raise $80,000 and the public’s support of this upcoming event is critical in helping Family Rescue to reach that goal. Family Rescue provides comprehensive services to over 1,500 survivors of domestic violence each year throughout the Chicago metropolitan area through four core programs: emergency shelter with its 24-hour hotline, transitional housing with after-school program, community outreach and prevention program, and legal advocacy located in two Chicago Police Districts and the Domestic Violence courthouse. Last year, Family Rescue served over 1,900 victims and their children. www.thechicagocitizen.com

The Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago (MSI) will host Bit Bash, an alternative independent games festival, on August 17-18. Guest of all ages are invited to play more than 50 games – all designed by independent creators from around the world that push the boundaries of how people interact with games and demonstrate the emotion and joy that games cultivate. Bit Bash features a selection of games that can’t be played or experienced at home, and includes custom hardware experiences like a couch coop game where how you sit determines whether a demon remains cushioned inside the couch for eternity or is set free. Play and appreciate dozens of newly imaginative field games, custom-built electronic hardware games, tabletop games, and so much more including: Fugl: Discover the beauty and secrets of a vast ever changing voxel playground at your own pace by gliding across serene landscapes or by soaring down steep cliffs. Find hundreds of animal inhabitants, and absorb their characteristics in this freeroam game. Sashimi Slammers: Custom

built by the Furious Fish Friends, this one and only fish fighting game will put you in a battle against other “fish” players while using a fishshaped controller. Hermitug: Clash over a sack of laundry while wearing laundry baskets on your back in this field game. To win, one team needs to bring the laundry basket to their own goal, or knock all of the baskets off their opponents’ backs. Bit Bash is centered around creating a welcoming and inclusive environment that encourages exploration and cultivating community. For two days, attendees can explore the largest science museum in the Western Hemisphere and take part in live-gaming events and tournaments throughout MSI. Event Details WHEN: Saturday, August 17, 9:30 a.m. – midnight, Sunday, August 18, 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. WHERE: Museum of Science and Industry; 5700 S. Lake Shore Drive COST: $20 when purchased online and $25 when purchased onsite. Tickets to Bit Bash include admission to the Museum For tickets, visit msichicago. org/bitbash

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