Chicago Weekend Citizen 9-5-2018

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FASHION: LAGOS UNVEILS FIRST FINE JEWELRY BRACELET DESIGNED FOR THE APPLE WATCH® — PAGE 6 Week of Sept. 5, 2018

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BALBO DRIVE BRIEFLY CLOSED FOR HOOPS IN THE HOOD CROSS-CITY BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT The 12th Annual Hoops in the Hood Cross-City Basketball Tournament was recently hosted by Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) Chicago and the Chicago Park District on a one-block stretch of East Balbo Drive, between Columbus and Lake Shore drives, which was closed for the day and transformed into seven basketball courts. Photo Credit: LISC Chicago

The 12th Annual Hoops in the Hood Cross-City Basketball Tournament was recently hosted by Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) Chicago and the Chicago Park District on a one-block stretch of East Balbo Drive, between Columbus and Lake Shore drives, which was closed for the day and transformed into seven basketball courts.

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NEWS briefly EDUCATION

MARTINEZ: GOVERNOR’S ACTIONS SHOW HE DOESN’T CARE ABOUT EDUCATION Assistant Majority Leader Iris Y. Martinez spoke out strongly recently against Gov. Bruce Rauner’s decision to veto her legislation expanding the Grow Your Own Teacher initiative. The initiative provides financial, academic and emotional support to people studying to become teachers. After graduation, participants commit to teaching at least five years at a high-needs school or in a high-needs teaching position, usually at schools with a high percentage of low-income students.

The measure would have extended eligibility for the Grow Your Own Teacher initiative to high school students enrolled at dual-credit courses at participating colleges and universities and to all pre-K teachers, not just those teaching at public schools. “I truly cannot understand why Gov. Rauner would choose to veto a measure that would help address Illinois’ teacher shortage,” Martinez (D-Chicago) said.

HEALTH

NATIONAL NURSES UNITED APPLAUDS JUDGE’S DECISION TO STRIKE DOWN KEY PROVISIONS IN TRUMP’S ANTI-UNION EXECUTIVE ORDERS National Nurses United (NNU) recently applauded a federal judge’s ruling that President Donald Trump violated the Constitution when he issued executive orders that sought to strip 2.1 million public sector workers, including Veterans Health Administration registered nurses, of their protected union rights.

Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson, of the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia, ruled that key provisions in Trump’s set of executive orders “exceeded his authority” and violated the workers First Amendment rights.

LAW & POLITICS

BIPARTISAN MEASURE TO PAY DOWN BILL BACKLOG AND SAVE UP TO $100 MILLION BECOMES LAW Governor Rauner recently signed a bipartisan measure that will pay overdue bills, earn a higher interest rate for state investments and save the state between $35 million and $100 million each year. Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs was the driving force behind SB 2858, which will allow the Treasurer’s Office to invest in the state’s unpaid receivables. In doing so, late bills will be paid more quickly, allowing the state to avoid interest penalties of up to 12 percent.

The bipartisan bill passed the Senate 49‑1 and the House 115-0.

“This new law gives me another tool to pay down some of the state’s backlog and save taxpayers millions of dollars in late payment interest penalties,” State Comptroller Susana Mendoza said. “I’m glad legislators of both parties and the governor could come together and see the wisdom of this approach.”

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BY KATHERINE NEWMAN

The 12th Annual Hoops in the Hood CrossCity Basketball Tournament was recently hosted

by Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) Chicago and the Chicago Park District on a one-block stretch of East Balbo Drive, between Columbus and Lake Shore drives, which was closed for the day and transformed into seven basketball courts.

LISC is a national community development support organization, and LISC Chicago is the local office that has been working in Chicago neighborhoods since 1980. LISC Chicago utilizes relationships with residents and community partners to create better opportunities within the neighborhoods it serves.

Hoops in the Hood is an initiative that was originally sparked by the Resurrection Project, a multifaceted organization that blends community development, community organizing, human service delivery, and advocacy to build healthier

communities, in the Pilsen neighborhood and was quickly adopted and expanded by LISC Chicago to address violence in several different neighborhoods across the city.

“We have partners across the city in a bunch of different neighborhoods so we pitched [Hoops in the Hood] to all of our them to see whether they would be interested in trying out something like this and they were. Now, 12 years later, we’re in 15 neighborhoods all through the summer playing basketball and doing community building and then we come together at the end of the summer.

We are 15 different neighborhoods but really just one Chicago playing together in the Cross-City Tournament,” said Meghan Harte, executive director of LISC Chicago.

It is no small feat to close down any part of any major roadway in Chicago but LISC Chicago was able to secure the closure of Balbo Drive between Columbus and Lake Shore drives with the help of the Chicago Park District and for the day of tournaments, the block was transformed into seven basketball courts.

“We worked with the City and the Park District to close down a street and make it a really big event.

We had seven courts in the middle of the street on Balbo and 400 kids running around playing basketball, having lunch, meeting kids from other neighborhoods, hanging out with their friends, and just having a great time. There were lots of smiles.

Even if they lost, we saw lots of smiles,” said Harte.

Hoops in the Hood is the “cheapest investment anyone could make at keeping kids active,” Harte said. LISC Chicago puts about $100,000 into the Hoops in the Hood Program each summer and that money reaches 3,000 kids, meaning that the program roughly costs $30 per child, according to Harte.

“That’s what this costs and it keeps kids active at least one if not a couple times a week during times when violence could happen and I think that’s the important thing. This is the cheapest investment with the biggest impact for just keeping kids active and building community,” said Harte.

To learn more about LISC Chicago visit www. lisc.org/chicago.

Illinois Department Of Public Health Moves To Lower Action Level For Lead In Blood The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) moves to lower the level at which public health interventions are initiated for children with blood lead levels from 10 micrograms per deciliter (µg/dL) to 5 µg/dL. IDPH has submitted rules to the Joint Committee on Administrative Rules (JCAR) to adopt the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) childhood lead reference level. JCAR must approve the proposed change.

“The new lower action level means that more children will be identified as having lead exposure, allowing parents, doctors, public health officials, and communities to take action earlier to reduce the child’s future exposure to lead,” said Governor Bruce Rauner. “We’ve made great strides in reducing the number of children exposed to lead, and now we’re taking it to the next level to protect our future generations.”

“There is no safe level of lead exposure, which is why it is important to identify children with elevated blood lead levels quickly and take steps to intervene,” said IDPH Director Nirav D. Shah, M.D., J.D. “Even low levels of lead in blood have been shown to contribute to learning disabilities, developmental delays, behavioral problems, as well as a number of other negative health effects. The health effects of lead exposure cannot be entirely reversed.”

The burden of Illinois childhood lead poisoning remains one of the highest in the nation. Provisional

data shows that of the approximately 229,000 children tested in 2017, more than 7,000 had blood lead levels at or above 5 µg/dL. Illinois law requires that all children six years of age or younger be assessed for lead risk, and physicians must perform a blood lead test for children who live in high-risk areas or meet other risk criteria.

Ashley and Tyler Scudder learned that their oldest daughter Phoebe had a high level of lead in her blood when she was a year old. It was 23 micrograms per deciliter. Although she’s not sure it was due to lead exposure, Ashley said she noticed her daughter was having sleeping issues and slipped from the 90th percentile in weight to the 60th percentile in just a couple months. Little Phoebe had lost her appetite, which can be one of the symptoms of lead poisoning.

The Scudder’s were renovating a home that was around 100 years old while living in an apartment that was about the same age. Lead paint was often used on walls and window sills in older homes. Either place could have been the source of lead.

Ashley is now an advocate for lead education and getting the word out. “Even as a nurse, I had no idea that lead poisoning was so easy. That children can get it from dust, they don’t have to be gnawing on the walls or window sills.”

Ashley says she thinks lowering the level from 10 to 5 is important because more people will know about

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the dangers of lead. “It’s in the soil.

It’s in the environment. It’s everywhere and people have no idea. I have friends that still didn’t know that lead poisoning can cause permanent damage.”

With the news rules, children who test at or above the new intervention level of 5 µg/dL will receive a home visit from a public health nurse who will educate families on ways to lower the blood lead level and reduce lead exposure, including proper nutrition, hygiene, and housekeeping. Public health environmental experts will also inspect residences for all children with an elevated blood lead level of 10 µg/dL or greater to determine the source(s) of the child’s lead exposure.

The rules also propose increased enforcement authority for violations of the Lead Poisoning Prevention Act and Code, including property owners who fail to perform lead remediation on a property where children with elevated blood levels live. Additionally, the proposed rules increase the maximum fine for violators so that they comply with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency rules and impose penalties for returned checks or insufficient payments.

This rulemaking establishes the safest way for lead to be removed from homes and ensures that workers engaged in this work are appropriately remediating lead hazards and are not creating additional risk to residents.

Other State efforts to reduce childhood exposure to lead include:

• The passage of recent legislation requiring schools and daycares to sample for lead contamination in water.

• The Governor’s Cabinet on Children and Youth chose reducing childhood lead poisoning as one of its three priority projects. The Children’s Cabinet team has worked to improve identification of and response to affected children; ensure safe homes by working on strategies to remediate lead hazards and prevent future exposure; improve the quality and management of collected lead data to support data driven decision making; connect lead prevention and case management strategies with additional social service supports; and drive lead prevention and education initiatives.

• The state budget includes $15 million for the Comprehensive Lead Education, Reduction, and Window Replacement Program (Clear-Win).

The primary goal of Clear-Win is to partner with the Illinois Housing Development Authority and the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity in hiring local contractors to remove sources of lead exposure from the residences of children with elevated blood lead levels.

• The state budget also includes $50 million for K-12 schools to mitigate sources of lead. This initiative will be administered by the Capital Development Board through grants issued from the School Construction Fund.

The proposed rules can be found in the Illinois Register on the Illinois Secretary of State website.

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NEWS Mulroe: Governor’s vetoes side with money over families, bureaucracy over children with special needs State Senator John G. Mulroe recently announced his intent to overturn two vetoes by Gov. Bruce Rauner.

Senate Bill 3052 would allow a construction contract to release 50 percent of a job’s retainer amount after a contractor completes 50 percent of the project. This would facilitate contractors receiving their retainers in a more timely fashion.

Many contractors are waiting as long as two years

to receive the full amount of their retainer.

Senate Bill 2344 would require a school district that wishes to withdraw from a joint cooperative agreement, which provides special needs education, to allow the families of special needs children the option of staying in their current placement unless the withdrawing district proves that it has its own special needs plan in place.

“Both these vetoes ignore the needs of the

working families of Illinois,” Mulroe said. “It is our duty to champion their cause in state government. Governor Rauner seems uninterested in doing so. I will move to override these vetoes and urge my colleagues in the General Assembly to join me in supporting the people of Illinois over moneyed interests.”

The General Assembly convenes again in November.

John G. Mulroe Photo Credit Michael Swiontek

Chicago Public Relations Consultant Launches Book To Share Tips And Tricks

BY KATHERINE NEWMAN

Independent public relations (PR) consultant and Founder of Agency Abron, Vanessa Abron (pictured), recently released “Prelude to Pitch; The Public Relations Guide and Toolkit for Small Business Owners, Artists, Music Pros and Creative Professionals.” Photo Credit: Dawn R. Stephens

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Independent public relations (PR) consultant and Founder of Agency Abron, Vanessa Abron, recently released “Prelude to Pitch; The Public Relations Guide and Toolkit for Small Business Owners, Artists, Music Pros and Creative Professionals.” The book is a way for Abron to provide PR resources to those who are working on a small budget.

On her 13-year journey in PR, Abron has found a way to make money, be her own boss, and incorporate her life-long love of music and all things creative in her day-to-day life by going above and beyond to accommodate musical and creative clients. However, the term starving artist was coined for a reason and Abron realized that she could connect with more clients if she was able to adapt to better meet their financial restrictions.

“Musicians, the people in music, and creatives are my ideal clients because that is the background that I came from.

Unfortunately, they aren’t always in a position where they are able to afford me which is understandable and I don’t want to milk them dry. I wanted to create something that could help them at an affordable cost and then try to keep them on my radar until they’re able to build up to be able to afford my services,” said Abron.

While it is no secret that musicians and creative individuals were Abron’s original targeted audience for “Prelude to Pitch,” she quickly realized that the benefit of using her workbook couldn’t be limited to creative people only and that it would be just as useful for artists and musicians as it would be for any individual or business needing a low-cost PR strategy.

“What people can find in this book is basically the tools to help them understand PR and develop an approach that will allow them to implement it on their own,” said Abron.

The unique format combines useful information about how to build a PR campaign from start to finish and on top of that the workbook asks thoughtful questions along the way and provides space to jot down ideas and strategies as the client progresses through the book. Abron was very purposeful in the way she combined her knowledge with her own best practice of building as she goes to create an all-encompassing PR Guidebook.

“When I first started writing the book, initially I thought it was going to be information based but as I was writing it and as I was thinking about how I receive information I was thinking that people don’t need an informational book they need to be able to do this. I thought that would be the best way to reach this potential audience, to allow them to actually write and think about their thoughts,” said Abron.

For more information and to order a copy of “Prelude to Pitch” visit www.vanessaabron.com.

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BUSINESS Advancing Transport for the Masses: Stark Drive Redefines E-Bike Affordability With an Innovative Folding and Configurable Bike Under $300 USD Looking to transcend the current standards of the electric bicycle market, Stark Drive, (https://starkdrive.bike/), introduces a new level of personal conveyance and convenience on two wheels with their Stark Drive Mini e-bike.

Fresh off the self-crowdfunding success of their first e-bike model, the Stockholm-based Stark Drive is introducing an e-bike that has been designed to provide the most optimal experience for the rider, without an exorbitant price tag.

Built to be portable and highly customizable, the Stark Drive Mini e-bike will provide you with everything that you desire for your commute and everyday use.

The Stark Drive Mini can easily be folded after you’ve arrived at your destination and conveniently carried into the office or classroom. The Stark

BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY Drive is also compact enough to be taken on a plane (adhering to FAA & TSA guidelines), giving you increased mobility wherever your travels take you.

Stark Drive’s CEO and Founder, Oscar Stark’s goal is to provide performance in an e-bike that is affordable to the everyday commuter, rather than a select few.

“The Stark Drive Mini is the ultimate city commuter which takes you from point A to point B in style and comfort, with its long battery life allowing for unlimited stops in between if you wish. It is the first e-bike that can be brought on a plane, making your travel experience more convenient and less reliant on other means of transportation,” Stark said.

The basic model of the Stark Drive Mini has a range of 14 km on pure electric mode and can cover 40 km

with pedal assist. The Stark Drive Mini is en15194 EU certified and will be available for the historic starting price of $299 USD. The Stark Drive Mini arrives fully assembled, charged, and includes these features: • 250w Motor • Stark Drive LCD Display with Speed/ ODO • USB Charger • Keyed System Power • Lockable & Hidden Battery Compartment • 36V, 7Ah, 252Wh Lithium-Ion Battery (Panasonic) • High Intensity Front Light/ 90db Horn • 14” All-terrain Tires • Shimano Gear System • 13kg Weight • Various Color options

Looking to transcend the current standards of the electric bicycle market, Stark Drive, (https://starkdrive.bike/), introduces a new level of personal conveyance and convenience on two wheels with their Stark Drive Mini e-bike for under $300 USD. The Stockholm-based Stark Drive is introducing an e-bike that has been designed to provide the most optimal experience for the rider, without an exorbitant price tag.

• Worldwide 120V-220V 2A charger Despite all the components that can be incorporated into the Stark Drive Mini, Stark Drive wants everyone to have access to the technology at a budget-conscious price. They will be offering a special promotional

MONEY MATTERS

REAL ESTATE

How to Recognize and Avoid College Scholarship Scams StatePoint - Average college costs have doubled in the last two decades, and this financial pressure along with new technologies makes today’s students particularly vulnerable to financial aid and scholarship scams.

“Scammers know to take advantage of those who are stressed,” says Robert C. Ballard, president and CEO of Scholarship America, the nation’s largest nonprofit scholarship and education support organization. “Fortunately, there are some ways you can avoid getting duped.”

To help you spot scams, Scholarship America offers the following insights.

FEES AND OTHER RED FLAGS Scholarship programs charging a fee to apply often look legitimate. But look at the bigger picture: if the provider is awarding $500 in scholarships and collecting fees from thousands of applicants, it’s not funding education so much as making money. Your chances of earning a scholarship are slight if not impossible — sham providers often collect fees and disappear.

Some providers claim to have a no-stringsattached grant or an incredibly low-interest loan to offer, as long as you pay a tax or “redemption” fee in advance. Others offer to match you with guaranteed scholarships — if you pay for a premium search service. Keep in mind, there’s no such thing as a “guaranteed scholarship.”

Free, comprehensive scholarship searching and matching services like Fastweb and Cappex will connect you to legitimate, competitive scholarships that don’t charge application fees.

TOO GOOD TO BE TRUE Be wary of the “too-good-to-be-true” scam model: an official-sounding organization tells you about an incredible opportunity, offers you a coveted spot at a scholarship seminar, or just sends you a check with a note of congratulations,

price as a part of their Kickstarter campaign, https://www.kickstarter. com/ projects/ 1510179091/ 505548252? ref=9yet71&token=d7a3e974, including the SD Mini City, which starts at $299, the SD Mini City + at $499, the SD Air at $599, and the Mini Advanced at $699.

Avoid financial aid and scholarship scams. Often unexpected “opportunities” are attempts to get you to divulge personal information. Even clicking on links can expose your data to scammers.

using messaging designed to get your adrenaline pumping and make you act fast.

Remember, scholarship providers aren’t in the practice of sending funds out randomly; it’s likely the check will bounce, or you’ll be asked to send money back for “processing” or an “accidental” overpayment. Your safest bet? Tearing up the check and, if you have time, filing a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission.

Often unexpected “opportunities” are attempts to get you to divulge personal information. Even clicking on links can expose your data to scammers.

Be cautious: Google the name of the scholarship or organization. Scams have often been flagged by the FTC or Better Business Bureau.

SOCIAL SCAMMERS A new scam making the rounds starts with a random friend request on Facebook, Instagram or Snapchat. Accept, and your new friend will

start messaging you about a foolproof way to make money for college: they work for a scholarship provider and have found a loophole.

They just need to enter you as a winner and you can split the money.

If this was real, it’d be incredibly unethical.

However, in the midst of stress, you may be tempted — and that could cost more than money. While you may be asked to send cash as an advance, most such scammers are phishing. Give them enough info, and you’ll be worrying about getting your identity back.

For more scholarship tools, resources and opportunities, including the annual Scholarship America Dream Award, please visit scholarshipamerica.org.

“Scholarship scams seem to work just enough for people to keep trying it,” says Ballard.

“However, two main rules will help you avoid them: never pay to apply and if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.”

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Rights and Responsibilities of Condo Association Board Members Now Available Online The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) Division of Real Estate (DRE) recently published the “Rights and Responsibilities of Association Board Members” to clearly explain the legal responsibilities of condominium and common interest community property boards. The publication includes general information regarding governance documents, board structure, elections, general powers, meetings, surplus and deficit, special assessments, financial disclosures, insurance, records, and disclosure.

“Ensuring member association boards are well-prepared and well-informed is imperative to governing a community,” said IDFPR Secretary Bryan A. Schneider.

“With this publication, we seek to provide board members with the information necessary to carry out their duties, while promoting civility and cooperation between association boards and their members,” said Kreg Allison, Director of the DRE. The “Rights and Responsibilities for Association Board Members” publication is available online at http://bit.ly/2MuBDHv. For more information, visit www. idfpr.com.

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FASHION

LAGOS Unveils First Fine Jewelry Bracelet Designed For The Apple Watch® LAGOS, the fine jewelry brand, has announced a 60-day exclusive with luxury retailer Bloomingdale’s to launch an innovative collection of sterling silver, 18K gold, and diamond bracelets made for the Apple Watch®. Distribution will broaden incrementally after November 1.

Known for its signature Caviar beaded designs, LAGOS introduces four distinct, luxe bracelets that easily enhance the Apple Watch® and help transition the sporty look to a piece of fine jewelry.

Unisex styles are available in sterling silver, twotone featuring sterling silver and 18K gold, sterling silver with four diamond links and sterling silver with all diamond links.

“I’m a big fan of the Apple Watch® and love the functionality. It is perfectly designed for the sporty lifestyle but something was missing – there was no fine jewelry element to it,” said LAGOS Founder and Creative Director Steven Lagos. “I really wanted to create a bracelet that would transform it from a casual watch to a jewelry watch.”

Smart Caviar is designed with the same fine craftsmanship that defines LAGOS jewelry and the ease of wear that makes it perfect for every day. Smart Caviar flawlessly layers with other LAGOS designs and is simple to style. The bracelets are engineered to slip easily in and out of the Apple Watch® head and come with a sizing tool and extra links to ensure a comfortable fit.

“Bloomingdale’s is thrilled to launch Smart Caviar with LAGOS,” said Erica Russo, Bloomingdale’s Vice President and Fashion Director for Accessories and Beauty. “This is the first fine jewelry option we have offered for smartwatches and we love the way luxury meets modern functionality. From sterling silver to gold and diamonds, there is truly something for everyone.”

The collection marries technology with fine jewelry to offer an elegant option for Apple Watch® wearers to express their personal style. It’s a special piece for the LAGOS collector and also the next generation LAGOS customer. The collection is available now in all Bloomingdale’s stores nationwide and on Bloomingdales.com and is being supported by a 360° marketing program.

Steven Lagos was one of the first to create the “Designer Fine Jewelry” category when he launched LAGOS’ first Caviar collection more than 30 years ago. Since its inception, the brand has created bold jewelry rooted in integrity, intelligence and innovation. These defining values are the foundation for Smart Caviar and are still present in every collection designed today.

Smart Caviar is not approved, endorsed or affiliated with Apple, Inc. Watch sold separately.

LAGOS Introduces Smart Caviar - First Fine Jewelry Bracelet Designed for the Apple Watch®

TIPS TO FIX AND AVOID FRUSTRATING FASHION DILEMMAS Fashion stylist Zerina Akers – who styles the likes of Ava DuVernay, Beyoncé, Yara Shahidi, Chloe x Halle and more – has teamed up with Dove to share her tips to fix and avoid these frustrating fashion dilemmas: • A little hairspray goes a long way – Prevent a run in your tights from growing bigger with hairspray. Simply spray the area

where the run started, and it will hold the fabric together.

• File your soles for a non-slip grip – If you have a pair of shoes with slick bottoms, buff the sole with an emery board to prevent you from slipping and to add traction.

• There’s an antiperspirant that actually doesn’t leave marks – Avoid dealing with

pesky white marks by using Dove Invisible Dry Spray Antiperspirant. It goes on dry and invisible, leaving no white marks on 100 colors and offers 48-hour protection to leave you feeling as fresh as your outfit!

• Static cling shouldn’t be a thing – After you’re done blow-drying your hair for the day, pass the blow-dryer quickly across your

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clothes to avoid static cling. You’ll feel much more comfortable without having your clothes clinging to your thighs and arms.

• Unstick that zipper with Vaseline – When a zipper just won’t budge, you can rub a bit of Vaseline along where it’s stuck.

The Vaseline will help the zipper slide and wiggle free!

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Black Church to Assemble for ‘Call to Conscience - Day of Action’ Across from White House Black denominational and faith leaders have scheduled a “Call to Conscience - Day of Action” for September 5th and 6th in Washington DC, the nation’s capital.

“We are calling pastors, congregants, and citizens from across the country to join us in Washington DC on September 5th and 6th, as we call the nation to conscience.

Additionally, Sunday, September 2nd is designated as ‘Social Justice Sunday.’ We are asking every pastor to preach a sermon related to social justice,” said Bishop Reginald Jackson, president of the Bishops Council of the African Methodist Episcopal Church.

He continued, “There are some who think the Black Church is weak and has little strength or influence.

This thinking is incorrect. We are at war, and we call all soldiers to active duty.

“Our coming together will also kick-off our efforts for the midterm elections. Our priority will be to register, educate, organize and mobilize our people to vote in November. If Blacks turn out in large numbers, we will determine the outcome in a large number of races,” said Jackson. “It is time for the Black Church to speak, our congregations and the nation need to hear us.

Therefore, It is not only time for us to say something, we must do something. We must fight against spiritual wickedness in high places.”

The itinerary for the “Call to Conscience - Day of Action” is as follows: WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 5 Reid Temple AME Church, 11400 Glenn Dale Blvd., Glenn Dale, Md. 9 a.m. - Strategic Planning Session for Bishops, Denominational

Leaders, Pastors, Attendees 12:30 p.m. - Lunch - Reid Temple AME Church 2 p.m. - Leaders Meet with Congressional Leadership - Pastors, Laity visit their Congressional Members offices 7 p.m. - Worship Service - Reid Temple AME Church, 11400 Glenn Dale Blvd, Glenn Dale, Md. THURSDAY, SEPT. 6 9 a.m. - Assemble, Lafayette Park - Across from White House 10 a.m. - “Call to Conscience Day of Action” - Lafayette Park 12:30 p.m. - Lunch, Metropolitan AME Church, 1518 M Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 2 p.m. - Press Conference, Metropolitan AME Church, 1518 M Street, N.W., For further information please call 770-220-1770.

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NEWS Camp Atterbury to host Community Day Camp Atterbury will host its Annual Community Day event scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 8 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., and it is open to the public.

Community Day will feature a military static display area, community information, live music, historical displays, a live-fire demonstration, tours of Camp Atterbury until 1 p.m., and much more.

The static display area is located at Building 722 on Camp Atterbury. The live fire demonstration will start at 2 p.m. If you wish to watch the live-fire demonstration, arrive at Building 722 no later than 1 p.m. in order to catch the bus to Range 22. No personal vehicle will be allowed at the range. You are welcome to take photos.

“This event will showcase some of the capabilities of the Indiana National Guard, highlighting one of the premier training sites in the nation since 1942. I want to thank the great citizens of Indiana for their never ending support,” said Post Commander Col. Felicia Brokaw.

Visitors must enter through the main gate on Old Hospital Road. A valid state or federal picture ID is required and will be checked by security upon entering the installation. Civilian firearms are not permitted on Camp Atterbury. This event promotes goodwill among our military veterans, local community and those currently serving in support of Atterbury-Muscatatuck.

For more information on this event contact Capt.

Jesse Bien at 812-526-1386 or jesse.j.bien.mil@mail.mil or visit the Camp Atterbury Facebook page.

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ENTERTAINMENT Dana Matthow Presents Waistwatchers In September WaistWatchers The Musical! makes its Chicago Premiere at the Royal George Theatre, 1641 N. Halsted St., this fall. Produced by Dana Matthow and featuring the queen of disco Martha Wash, known for singing the powerful anthem ‘It’s Raining Men,’ and “Everybody Dance Now,” the musical takes a lighthearted and hilarious look at women dealing with their relationship to food, friendship and fitness, while celebrating the transformative power of female friendship on the journey to selfacceptance. Capturing audiences of all ages from start to finish, the Chicago production begins September 13 for an open run.

“After touring the country, women have described WaistWatchers The Musical! as an empowering vehicle – one that defines happiness as confidence, laughter and love,” said Matthow. “WaistWatchers The Musical! encourages women to reject the social

pressures of achieving the mirage of so-called perfection and to simply embrace themselves for who they are.”

Boasting successful tours across the country since 2013 with major runs at El Portal Theatre in North Hollywood, CA, the Regent Theatre in Arlington, MA, the Herberger Theatre in Phoenix, AZ and many more, WaistWatchers The Musical! is full of high power energy. The production is 90 minutes of non-stop exercise, song and dance, featuring four women and their exuberant younger trainer as they all tackle universal issues of dieting, exercise, plastic surgery, sex and self-love.

The show’s Choreographer Dani TucciJuraga describes it best - “WaistWatchers The Musical is about strong, sensitive, passionate and evolving women who function best with good friends and humor by their side. As choreographer, getting to work with the cast is

much like the plot. We are there to support each other and above all, laugh.”

In addition to Martha Wash starring as Connie (from September 13 through October 28), the Chicago production features Sarah Godwin (Cindy), Seandrea E. Earls (Cheryl), and Katherine S. Barnes (MC). The creative team includes Matthew E. Silva (Director), Alan Jacobson (Creator, Book and Lyrics), Vince Di Mura (Music) and Dani Tucci-Jurraga (Choreography).

WaistWatchers The Musical! performances are as follows: Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m., Thursdays at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., Fridays at 8 p.m., Saturdays at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Tickets are on sale starting at $45. Groups should call 312.423.6612 for special offers. For more information or to purchase tickets, please

WaistWatchers The Musical! makes its Chicago Premiere at the Royal George Theatre, 1641 N. Halsted St., this fall.

visit www.waistwatchersthemusical.com or call the Royal George Theatre Box Office at 312.988.9000.

Paramount adds Boys II Men, the Blind Boys of Alabama, Shen Yun and Ballst Folklorico

P Carey at the Edwards Air Force Base during the making of the “I Still Believe” music video in December 1998.

2019 Dates Announced For Mariah Carey ‘The Butterfly Returns’ At The Colosseum At Caesars Palace As she returns to the Las Vegas stage for her headlining residency, Mariah Carey has announced five new dates from Feb. 13 through Feb. 21, 2019 for “The Butterfly Returns” at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace.

Tickets for Feb. 2019 shows are on sale now at ticketmaster.com/Mariah “The Butterfly Returns” spotlights a more intimate performance on The Colosseum’s stage, showcasing Mariah Carey’s world-famous vocals with an all-new show that highlights her extensive catalogue of music, including fan favorites such as “Honey,” “Make It Happen,” “Fantasy, “Vision of Love,” “Emotions,” “We Belong Together” and many more. The production features a four-piece live band, three backup singers and seven dancers. Fans are treated to a few surprises throughout the show, including Mariah’s two children, Monroe and Moroccan, joining her on stage during “Always Be My Baby,” as well as audience members being invited to sit with Mariah on stage while she performs “Touch My Body.”

General ticket prices begin at $55, plus applicable tax and fees, and Meet & Greets are also available. Tickets may be purchased online at ticketmaster.com/Mariah or inperson at The Colosseum box office. All shows begin at 8 p.m.

aramount Theatre recently announced four new shows to its schedule that will bring a celebration of Mexican folkloric dance, soaring voices singing glorious gospel music, the incredible artistry of ancient China and one of the best selling R&B groups of all time to downtown Aurora in 201819. Details are as follows: BALLET FOLKLORICO QUETZALCOATL Thursday, Oct. 25, 7 p.m., Tickets: $18-$28 Once again, the Mexican folk dance troupe Ballet Folklorico Quetzalcoatl will showcase its eye-popping costumes, thrilling dance numbers and music. With a performance history stretching back 34 years, the dance troupe promises to entertain, inspire and electrify the audience.

SHEN YUN Jan. 10-13, 2019 – Thursday at 7:30 p.m.; Friday at 2 p.m.; Saturday at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., Sunday at 1 p.m. Tickets: $80-$200 Five thousand years in one night!

Shen Yun takes audiences on a journey through China’s 5,000 years of divinely inspired civilization.

Exquisite beauty from the heavens, profound wisdom from dynasties past, timeless legends and ethnic traditions all spring to life through classical Chinese dance, orchestral music, authentic costumes and animated backdrops.

THE BLIND BOYS OF ALABAMA Friday, Jan. 18, 2019, 8 p.m.

Tickets: $30-$50 The Blind Boys of Alabama is the work of gospel titans

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First rising to fame in the segregated south, they began wowing audiences with their miraculous harmonies and electric live shows. Since then they have won five Grammy® Awards and a Lifetime Achievement Award. In addition to singing original songs written by outstanding artists including Valerie June, Phil Cook and the North Mississippi Allstars, they breathe new life into gospel

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BOYZ II MEN Saturday, March 30, 2019, 8 p.m.

Tickets: $59-$140 Boyz II Men, which has made its impact on R&B music, remains one of the most iconic groups in the genre thanks to a catalog of smooth, melodic hits like “End of the Road” and “I’ll Make Love to You.” They have countless awards, including four Grammys®, a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

and the distinction of being the best-selling R&B group of all time, 64 million albums sold with Justin Timberlake, Usher and Beyonce all citing them as major influences.

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NEWS New Police Commander For The 2nd District Outlines Tactics At Public Safety Meeting problem so we all have to come together and go to beat meetings, do our community service, and if you see A recent public safety meeting, hosted by 4th Ward something report it immediately. That’s how we resolve Alderman, Sophia King, and 3rd Ward Alderman, Pat this. Everyone needs to be on the same page because Dowell, featured detailed information on the tactical if we don’t act and don’t say anything what’s going to strategy to decrease crime in the Chicago Police Dehappen? We are all going to be prisoners of our own partment’s 2nd District which is now led by Command- homes,” said Boyd. er Dion Boyd who spoke about his strategy to reduce During the meeting, Boyd detailed three specific crime. technological resources that are being utilized in the Commander Boyd just completed his second full district. The Strategic Decision Support Center serves as month with the 2nd police district. Boyd has 28 years a command center for the district and is a place where of police experience as a tactical officer, an undercover officers can remotely monitor live surveillance cameras officer in narcotics, a homicide detective, an internal in high crime areas. The Hunch Lab at the Center uses affairs officer, and before becoming a police commandalgorithms to calculate where crime is likely to occur, er, he served as a supervisor in many of those same and Shot Spotters notifies police of gunfire in the area. divisions where he worked as an officer.

Aside from technology, officers are also making more As commander, Boyd said his goal is to ensure all the traffic stops on streets that are known to be high crime citizens of the second district are safe. If residents want to, areas like King Drive, 47th Street, 35th Street, 51st “go to the park or go to the mall you shouldn’t have any Street, and Cottage Grove Avenue, according to Boyd. fear of leaving your home in the 2nd district. However, “It’s effective and we know that traffic stops do deter that’s not the case. We have issues here and I’ll be quite crime because it alerts everyone that the police are frank, our number one problem here is gang violence.” present and they are active. That’s what is most importsaid Boyd. ant, that people know we are active and not just sitting The Chicago Police Department has deployed several around at Dunkin Donuts. We are being proactive and state-of-the-art resources to combat violence in the area trying to prevent crime,” said Boyd. but Boyd said that the police are only one piece of the Compared to this time last year, crime in the 2nd solution.

District has seen a slight decrease, according to Boyd “I think the first thing we need to understand is that who asked residents to just give him a little time to do it’s IMPFY19_Sept_ChicagoCitizen_Totebag_HalfPg_5.29.18 more than just a police problem, it’s a community even better as the new 2nd District Commander.

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A recent public safety meeting, hosted by 4th Ward Alderman, Sophia King, and 3rd Ward Alderman, Pat Dowell, featured detailed information on the tactical strategy to decrease crime in the Chicago Police Department’s 2nd District which is now led by Commander Dion Boyd (pictured) who spoke about his strategy to reduce crime. Photo Credit: Katherine Newman

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