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Clerk Dorothy Brown’s Second Chance Expungement Summit Assists More than 700 Attendees
Honorable Dorothy Brown, clerk of the Circuit Court of Cook County, along with Cabrini Green Legal Aid and an array of judicial, governmental, legal, community and religious organizations and agencies, hosted the 15th Annual Second Chance Adult and Juvenile Expungement Summit and Job Information
Seminar. It was held at Westinghouse College Preparatory High School located at 3223 W. Franklin Blvd., Chicago. This year, Clerk Brown implemented a new advance registration process for the Expungement Summit that was used by 592 individuals. More than 735 people attended the summit and petitions were
filed to expunge 1,323 cases and to seal 649 cases. Clerk Brown’s 2019 Second Chance Expungement Summit was a massive collaborative effort with Cabrini Green Legal Aid, Get Cleared, the Cook County Public Defender, Chicago Police Department, Illinois Prisoner Review Board, Safer Foundation, Office of the Illinois Attorney General, Cook County Juvenile Probation Department, city and county elected officials, several media outlets, and many governmental, social service, healthcare and religious organizations. Cook County Circuit Court judges were on site to approve petitions to waive filing fees and more than 40 exhibitors hosted resource tables at the Summit. “I am elated by the cooperative spirit of all the diverse agencies and organizations that worked together to provide attendees with the services they need to handle background issues and access available resources to get their lives back on track,” Clerk Brown said.
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Two hundred volunteers from Wells Fargo and Kidz Express joined KaBOOM! nonprofit to transform an empty site into a state-of-the-art playground. Completed in just six hours, the playground serves thousands of families in the South Austin community. The new play area is located at Kidz Express, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit youth community center dedicated to improving the lives of more than 100 inner city children through academic support, peer mentoring and leadership development. Kidz Express collaborated with Wells Fargo and KaBOOM! to ensure local youth have an exciting new place to play. “Up until now, play for these kids was limited to an indoor multipurpose room and a decrepit, old playground. Having a brand-new play area will provide a fun and engaging outlet for communication, problem-solving, sharing and other critical coping skills,” says Doug Low, executive director of Kidz Express. “We’re very grateful that Wells Fargo and KaBOOM! are helping kids put play first.” In March, South Austin kids participated in a special event where they designed their dream playground. That dream became a reality when volunteers built their new play space — inspired by their designs — in under one day. This playground is part of a broader local effort led by Wells Fargo and Ka2 June 19-26, 2019
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Juneteenth: Then and Now By Marnita Coleman Contributing Writer
For more than 150 years, Juneteenth has been commemorated in the annals of history as it represents the last brick of slavery to fall. On June 19, 1865, our forefathers were given the good news by Union Army General Gordon Granger (who was acting on behalf of the President of the United States) that slaves were granted freedom in the state of Texas. African Americans were to be immediately released from the conditions and terms of those who held them bound. However, the state of Texas had not surrendered to its decree although the Emancipation Proclamation went into effect two years prior in 1863. At that time, the American Civil War was still raging. In addition, Marnita Coleman the Confederacy, made up of states whose main source of income relied widely on agriculture planted and harvested by slaves, remained a lucrative business. Therefore, Texans held onto their slaves for as long as they could — until that fateful date of June 19. Exactly one year after African-American independence was enforced, a group of freed slaves thought it necessary to commemorate the event that changed the trajectory of American history. Thus, “Juneteenth” was born. In the 21st century, it is unacceptable that African Americans still have to proclaim — by way of protest — that Black lives matter. In writing this article, I was able to have a pleasant conversation about Juneteenth with a very bright, Hampton University graduate who made this profound statement: “Society picks and chooses what is acceptable from the African-American culture.” In other words, until “society” gives the stamp of approval, African Americans may not have the go-ahead, like other ethnic groups, to freely embrace their culture. Seriously? Back then, slaves were supposed to finally be free and equal, yet they were advised by the government to stay at their homes — still owned by their former masters — and work for wages. They didn’t even receive support from the government to finally begin establishing themselves as freed individuals. Society had chosen for the African-American people — to remain operating under the master-slave narrative. Could it be that the slave owner mentality of “I still own you,” “You’re not entitled,” “You need me to survive,” still exists in the recesses of the minds of the descendants of slaves, today? This is control, suppression and intolerance in its purest form. After 150 years of freedom, so-called equality and our many significant contributions to the fabric of this country, African Americans are still struggling to push
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past the resistance of their White counterparts. Moreover, the C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital’s National Poll on Children’s Health (NPCH), which is published by the University of Michigan, has documented racial inequality as the number one concern of African-American parents. From every vantage point — looking back, around or ahead — racial inequalities against African Americans still exist. Interestingly enough, Blacks are deemed inferior, yet society appropriates certain characteristics, such as hairstyles (cornrows, braids and afros), body shapes (curves and buttocks) or facial features (voluminous lips), that are endemic of the African-American culture. It is, as Mike Tyson would say, “ludicrous.” Nonetheless, African Americans are dying in the street simply because they are African American. They are imprisoned at disproportionate rates and they are being removed and shut out of their neighborhoods due to gentrification. Am I being overly sensitive? When speaking to the mothers of slain African Americans of the Black Lives Matter movement during her 2016 run for the White House, Hillary Clinton explained that to make an impacting change, you have to change legislation. To put it simply: protests are popular, forums are informative, but laws change the game. Is it enough to celebrate freedom, education and some achievements without equality? Shouldn’t we use freedom, education and our achievements to demand the right to equality? Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. said it best, “Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere!” Juneteenth is a time of celebration and commemoration. Thousands of lives were lost in the struggle for freedom. For this, we owe our gratitude to those that come before us. However, it is not enough to only observe the day. This Juneteenth, join me in contacting our elected officials to tell them what legislation you want to see in the near future; impact change as Hilary Clinton stated. Then, go join in on the festivities. Each community celebrates in different ways, including hosting barbeques, music, dance and art events as well as group discussions. Specifically in Chicago, I counted almost 20 diverse events, ranging from career networking and movie screenings to vape and paint sessions and dinner at a local supper club. Make this Juneteenth a day that changes the trajectory of your life. Get up, get out and get involved in a Juneteenth celebration near you. For more ideas, visit www.eventbrite.com.
Marnita Coleman is an author and host of The Marnita Show, a parenting show heard daily across the globe. For more information, log onto TheMarnitaShow.com.
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JUNETEENTH Celebrating Juneteenth in Chicago By Megann Horstead Contributing Writer Juneteenth is fast approaching, and the public is invited to take part in the many celebrations taking place throughout the city. Juneteenth is observed annually on June 19 in recognition of the day in American history when all enslaved people were set free. Many people recount the Emancipation Proclamation issued by then-President Abraham Lincoln, which sought to end American slavery on January 1, 1863. However, that message did not become official until June 19, 1865. In recognition of Juneteenth, there are several celebrations taking place throughout the city in the coming weeks. Here are a few:
Juneteenth: An Emancipation Day Celebration This year, Luther Memorial Church of Chicago and its Faith and Justice Team will bring the community together for a Juneteenth celebration, including live music, food and activities for kids. The three-hour long event is scheduled to start at 6 p.m. on June 19 at Luther Memorial Church of Chicago, 2500 W. Wilson Ave. For information, visit lmcchicago.org. Juneteenth Chicago 2019 The South Side YMCA board of directors is planning to host a community barbecue including music and activities designed for all ages. Event organizers encourage those interested in dropping by to bring grills and coolers. The inaugural event will take place from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. on June 22 at the South Side YMCA located at 6330 S. Stony Island Ave. For information, visit https://www.facebook.com/ events/2316740305266246/. 2019 Westside Juneteenth Celebration Vendors, live performances and raffles are among the highlights of the 2019 Westside Juneteenth Celebration. The event will be held at 2 p.m. on June 22 at The Lab on Lake located at 3450 W. Lake St. For information, email westsidejuneteenth@gmail.com. Juneteenth Family Celebration Burst Into Books, Moms of Beverly and Southwest Chicago Diversity Collaborative are teaming up to put on a Juneteenth celebration for families. There will be arts and crafts, live performances, games, vendors and more. The celebration starts at 12 p.m. on June 29 at Dan Ryan Woods, 8700 S. Western Ave. For information, contact Jurema Gorham at burstintobooks@gmail. com or S hanya Gray at Shanyacrgray@gmail.com.
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The Need for Parks During Juneteenth By Kristen Jere’ Simmons Contributing Writer In the late 19th century around June 19, Black people in America would have boldly celebrated freedom if it weren’t for the social climate. Through a gathering of friends and family, both chosen and biological, there would have been music and dancing, and the aroma of ham hocks, sausages and lima beans would’ve filled the air before being washed down with juice. Sounds of laughter would’ve been heard from all around — laughter of a freed people. This would have served as a prelude to the summer barbecues of today. The Emancipation Proclamation was an order issued by then-President Abraham Lincoln two years before the end of the Civil War that declared all enslaved peoples as free. Though it was signed into action in 1863, it wasn’t until June 19, 1865, when Union General Gordon Granger landed in Galveston, Texas, that the news spread to Southern States and was actually put into effect. This marked the beginning of what we know today as “Juneteenth,” and this month marks the 154th year of celebration. Though much has changed since the first celebration of this not-yet nationally recognized holiday, there remains various trials surrounding Black folk’s ability to commemorate the day of African-American freedom. Post-civil war, many Blacks wandered from place to place trying to find a safe haven, as well as lost family members and steady work. Newly freed slaves didn’t have claim to land ownership, much less homes to call their own in order to gather with what little family survived the trials of war. During the infamous segregation era from 1897 – 1954, Black people were denied access to public spaces like parks and beaches — among so many other things. Somewhat foreshadowing the discrimination that was to come, in 1872 a group of Texans affiliated with local Black churches pooled around $800 – $1,000 in order to buy ten acres of land dedicated to celebrating Juneteenth. This land came to be known as Emancipation Park located on Emancipation Avenue in Houston, Texas. However, not all had success stories like these and other individuals. Coupled with a lack of economic resources, segregation made it extremely difficult to congregate in celebration of Juneteenth. While these issues may seem far in the
past, recent incidents remind us that exclusion and lack of resources remain as barriers to celebrating Juneteenth. Last April, audiences of national media outlets were enthralled by an Oakland, California, incident where a white woman, Jennifer Schulte, called the police on a Black family who were barbequing in an area where it’s supposedly prohibited. Though segregation ceases to exist, the targeting and policing of Black people is one of the ways that we’re cast out from publicly celebrating holidays. There is also a lack of clean, safe spaces for Blacks to gather within their own neighborhoods. In late 2018, the Chicago Reporter did an investigative story detailing how the City of Chicago is less likely to approve park projects that are proposed in majority Black and low-income neighborhoods.
In addition to the lack of spaces in one’s own neighborhood, options for travel can be limited. Yet, even if one has the money and time to do so, travel to majority White neighborhoods comes with the potential threat of police violence looming over like an overcast. So where does one go to barbeque while being Black? Like our Texan ancestors in Emancipation Park, Black people can choose a route of land ownership and investment, which grants the right to utilize space. This, however, may prove to be difficult for a lot of Black people due to economic advantages. Perhaps we choose to revisit and reclaim spaces that formerly tried to exclude us. Consider the group of Black people in Oakland, California; they organized the “BBQing while Black” event in the same space where Schulte called the police almost a month before. No matter how we choose to celebrate Juneteenth, the holiday reminds us of the necessity to claim our rights to be able to gather in the presence of other Black folk, while grilling burgers, arguing over who has the best potato salad, catching up with cousins and cupid shuffling, all summer long. www.chicagodefender.com
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Production Observes Journey of Enslaved in America By Tia Carol Jones As chairman of the social science department at Kennedy-King College, Ted Williams III is always examining the issues that impact Urban communities. In wondering how to commemorate August 2019, the 400-year anniversary acknowledging the first occurrence of an enslaved African being brought to Virginia, Williams decided on “1619: The Journey of a People.” The 90-minute production, 1619, will premiere on August 24 at Kennedy-King College. A preview will take place from 7 – 9 p.m. on Wednesday, June 19 at Bronzeville Community Clubhouse, 3847 S. Giles Ave. “I am part academic and part performer, so this is a great sort of melding of the two worlds I exist in,” he said. “Performing Arts has a way of reaching people’s hearts and minds.” Williams said the goal of the production is to create a visually inspiring experience for the audience. He said it isn’t purely a historical piece alone.
“It looks at the journey of the enslaved people to walk away reminded of the past person and what does it mean to be Amerbut inspired toward the future.” ican today,” he said. “We’ll look at reparaWilliams said while he has done a lot of tions, the National Anthem protest and racommercial work and theater work. This cial nomenclature.” production is something he is most excited Other issues will include the church, about. which will be explored through some per“It’s so much bigger than me. I couldn’t formance pieces, as well as the liberating be happier for this opportunity,” he said. ideologies of Booker T. Washington and He encouraged people to bring their W.E.B. Du Bois. The performance will also family to the shows. examine the Black Lives Matter movement “People should come ready to have from a contemporary perspective and resome fun but [to] really be moved in the lationships between Black men and Black spirit,” he said. “It will counter some of the Ted Williams women. unfortunate narratives we see so much in Williams said he has a wonderful team of dancers, our neighborhoods.” actors and spoken word artists. He said he wants the Williams said there are a lot of things for Black peopiece to move and inspire people. It will feature jazz, ple to be hopeful about. gospel and hip hop. “We had some challenges, but we have a brighter “It should make us hopeful about the future and in- future,” he said. “It’s important for us to keep the faith spire us to where we can go and be,” he said. “I want and celebrate the uniqueness of our struggle.”
Chicago Jerk Festival Offers Mix of Jamaican and Caribbean Foods and Music By Megann Horstead Contributing Writer Organizers behind the Chicago Jerk Festival say this popular event is coming back for another round. Presented by Jabari CG Productions and Africa International House, the second annual event is expected to bring a mix of exotic Jamaican and Caribbean foods and music to the city. It takes place from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Sunday, June 23, at Washington Park. “Normally when there’s success, you always want to bring it back — and it’s an annual event too,” said Clinton Garibaldi, chief executive officer for Jabari CG Productions. Last year, the Chicago Jerk Festival attracted 6,200 attendees. Garibaldi said he hopes to have a good turnout this time around, as well. Organizers stress that the festival is family-friendly; there will be arts and crafts as well as a kid zone. Garibaldi said most of the vendors will have jerk food on their menus. “I know most [venders are] going to have jerk chicken, pork, lobster, shrimp [and] fish,” he said. Garibaldi said there will also be many other items available for purchase. Despite popular misconceptions of jerk food, Garibaldi said it’s not always spicy; it can be mild. The music at the festival will feature a variety of sounds for people to enjoy. Among the musical acts scheduled to perform live are Aidonia, Destra, Errol Dunkley, Cobra and Stone Bwoy. “It’s a cultural event,” Garibaldi said. “When we choose an artist, it’s for the diversity…it’s a good look.” Organizers started planning the festival in January. “We’re working harder on it to make sure we can bring the community together,” Garibaldi said. The cost of general admission is $25 per person. VIP tickets, $75, grant attendees access to the front of the stage and food in the VIP section. If you go… What: Chicago Jerk Festival Where: Washington Park When: From 11 a.m. – 10 p.m., Sunday, June 23 Other: chicagojerkfest.eventbrite.com www.chicagodefender.com
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COMMUNITY 2nd Annual Climbing Higher Women’s Empowerment Conference On Saturday, June 22, women aged 30 – 60 will be empowered to take back their lives at the Climbing Higher Women’s Empowerment Conference. Sylvia Duncan and The Duncan Approach will hold its 2nd Annual Women’s Empowerment Conference at The Salvation Army Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center, located at 1250 W. 119th Street, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. The theme for 2019 is “Take back your life!” Climbing Higher Empowerment Conference will equip women with the tools to “take back” their lives spiritually, emotionally, physically and financially. This will be achieved through inspiring speakers, uplifting music, an on-site, one-of-a-kind expert coaching panel and direct audience participation. Women will have an opportunity to participate in a life coaching session and will be able to ask questions of the experts that are necessary to overcome their fears, worries and their past in order to achieve success. Through participation, women will be encouraged
and inspired by the victories of others; they will be empowered to break chains and overcome obstacles that have held them back, to set goals to push forward and to dream again as a means to create the life they truly desire. Among the speaking line-up is Angela Martin, formerly of 1390 AM, and Chicago’s very own Evelyn Holmes, reporter of ABC7 Chicago, will emcee. To register, visit https://climbinghigher2019. eventbrite.com. Sylvia Duncan is an author, speaker and founder of The Duncan Approach. The Duncan Approach offers a series of life-changing programs such as “Detox Your Life Now” coaching and “Be Made Whole workshops” and more, which are dedicated to helping people clear the clutter of “emotional toxicity” from their pasts in order to live with purpose, resilience and grit. Learn more about Sylvia at: www.sylviaduncan.com
UNCF to Host 19th Annual Gala By Tia Carol Jones Managing Editor The United Negro College Fund (UNCF) will host its 19th annual “A Mind Is…” Gala – Chicago at 6 p.m. on Saturday, June 22. It will be held at the Hyatt Regency Chicago, 151 E. Wacker Dr. There are more than 600 guests expected to attend the event, which also celebrates UNCF’s 75-year existence. In addition to the Governor J.B. Pritzker and Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton, also attending the event are two Chicago native NBA players who are lending their support as presenting sponsors — Anthony Davis and Derrick Rose. Lisa Rollins, area development director for UNCF, said Taj Gibson and Tim Hardaway were also recruited as sponsors. “We hope they can give us some visibility. They believe in Chicago and they believe in education,” she said. Rollins said while the goal is to raise more than $1 million, more than $700,000 has already been raised. The Black McDonald’s Operators Association (BMOA) has been in Chicago for more than 50 years; throughout those years, BMOA has supported UNCF. The association will receive the Community Award during the Gala. Derrick Taylor, McDonald’s owner and operator and president of the BMOA, said in 2018 that BMOA and UNCF revived their partnership and created a scholarship. Its goal is to help African-American students from Chicago get into and complete college. “The BMOA of Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana 6 June 19-26, 2019
has the mission of ‘Empowering Minds and Building Leaders,’ and they fulfill this mission through our year-round support of education at all levels,” Taylor said. “We send hundreds of high school students on college tours, and through our partnership with UNCF, we are now helping students matriculate through college.” Taylor saidNBMOA supports UNCF because it believes in the youth of the community and wants to see them succeed. “Working with the UNCF helps us reach some of the most talented and deserving students in the Chicagoland area,” he said. In addition to the monetary scholarship, BMOA also provides mentorship to students and access to executives within McDonald’s. Scholarship recipients also have the opportunity to attend corporate events, which include the annual Scholarship Golf Outing where they get to meet community and business leaders. “This type of access is important because it teaches young people the value of networking,” Taylor said. Taylor added that BMOA is honored to receive the Community Award at this year’s Gala. “As local business owners, we’ve been very fortunate to operate successful businesses and we’ll continue to give back because we know that it is our responsibility,” he said. “We’re excited that the UNCF Gala will give us a chance to showcase this story and we hope other corporate entities will follow our lead.” To purchase tickets, visit www.uncf.org/amichicago.
Black Music Month 6/1-6/30 Unsung Bronzeville: A Musical History Exhibition Hosted By: Chicago Blues Museum Monday-Saturdays 9 a.m.-Closing Harold Washington Community College 30 E. Lake Street. 6/19 “Nothing But a String Thing” Hosted By: The DuSable Museum of African American History 6-9 p.m. DuSable Museum of African American History 740 E. 56th Place On the Lawn (Please Bring Lawn Chair) 6/20 Out of Space 2019: Digable Planets with Kweku Collins Hosted By: Out of Space and Temperance Beer Company 6-10 p.m. Temperance Beer Company 2000 Dempster St. Evanston, IL. Tickets $28 available via Eventbrite Summer Soul Featuring Tweet, Samoht and Dante Hall Hosted By: The Durrell Group 9:30-11:30 p.m. The Promontory 5311 S. Lake Park Ave. Tickets $30-$60 available via Eventbrite. 6/21 Sounds of Bronzeville: An Elegant Night out Benefitting One City Hosted By: VanderCook College of Music 7:30-10:30 p.m. VanderCook College of Music 3125 S. Federal St. Tickets $10-$600 available via Eventbrite 6/22 D-Composed: A GreenLight Series Music Event Hosted By: Arts + Public Life 6:30-9 p.m. Green Line Performing Arts Center 329 E. Garfield Blvd. 6/29 Snoop Dogg Hosted By: Uncle Snoop’s Army, Silver Wrapper and Concord Music Hall 8 p.m. Concord Music Hall 2047 N. Milwaukee Ave. Tickets $59 available at concordmusichall.com 6/29-6/30 Lyrical Lemonade Summer Smash 2019 The Premier Hip Hop Music Festival in the Midwest Hosted By: SPKRBX 12 p.m. For Tickets or more information: www.thesummersmash.com www.chicagodefender.com
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New Youth Film Festival Recognizes Emerging Storytellers By Lee Edwards Anah Ambuchi’s short film about bullying, positive self-image and appreciation of African heritage, Made in His Image was one of several films screened at Mustard Seed Vision’s 1st Annual Youth Film Festival. Anah is 12 years old. “Having my film screened here today is really a blessing,” said Ambuchi, whose film also had a special screening at Diversity in Cannes Short Film & Webseries Showcase in France. “Bringing the film to life was the best experience of my entire life.” Made in His Image follows the relationship between a mother and pre-teen daughter in America with a slur directed toward African Americans with distinctive African features such as the hue of their skin. Ambuchi’s mother, Naomi Morin, said the film will be screened again in Chicago, Atlanta and Dallas. Films like Made in His Image will be given an opportunity to be showcased if Mustard Seed Vision’s Youth Film Festival creator and founder Rubye Lane has her way. In partnership with the Gene Siskel Film Center’s Black Harvest Film Festival and Cre8sion Media, the festival provides pre-teen filmmakers with a platform to showcase their skills and follow their dreams. This year’s festival was hosted by youth actors Nadia Simms and Cayen Martin. Mustard Seed Vision’s 1st Annual Youth Film Festival was held on Saturday, June 1 at the Gene Siskel Film Cen-
ter, located at 164 N State Street. Participants included third and fourth graders from Kellogg Elementary School, Richard Gallion Entertainment Youth Division and others. Lane, a Southside native and former television producer in Chicago, said its always been important to her to empower young girls, especially ones who look like her. “My love and passion for entertainment as it relates to television [and] video production, has always been deeply rooted in me giving [to] the next generation [and] equipping them with the right resources to make their dreams come true,” Lane said. “You don’t have to wait until you’re my age to create, you can take the camera and you can film and you can tell your own story right now.” Chicago native Avery Kelley, 11, screened her film Back
Row at the festival as well. The inspiration for the film came from sitting in the back row of one of her science classes with some of her friends who would eventually become her best friends. They were aptly named, “The Fearsome Foursome,” she said. In the film, Kelley stars as a member of a group of diverse friends who all bond together in the back row of a classroom. “I really enjoyed doing this film because I feel like its partially a tribute to myself. And it’s a tribute to them,” Kelley said. An aspiring actress and dancer, Kelley shared that she has had a passion for writing since she was 7 years old, as well as being in front of the camera and learning how to operate a camera; she called it a “pure art.” She explained that she reached out to Lane for the opportunity to participate in the festival and today calls her a mentor. “I feel like she’s, like, my grown-up best friend. I love her,” Kelley said. “I feel like being here just opens a lot of doors for me, opens a lot of doors for Back Row [and] opens a lot of doors for my dreams at such a young age.” The impact of Mustard Seed Vision’s Youth Film Festival was not lost on Kelley. “I feel like me being only 11 years old, being a strong Black girl just shows people that I can do it,” Kelley said. “You don’t have to be a certain age…as long as you have the passion and determination to do it.” Chicago native Sylvia Jones won the Trailblazer Award for her work as a writer in the entertainment industry.
ABC 7 Chicago Presents a Special Edition of Heart & Soul ABC 7’s Heart & Soul, a news series that taps into Chicago’s vibrant African-American community, celebrates African American Music Appreciation Month and the Chicago Gospel Festival. Heart & Soul, hosted by Cheryl Burton and Hosea Sanders with Terrell Brown emceeing the gospel concert, will air on Sunday, June 23, at 11 p.m. and Sunday, July 7 at 1 p.m. Heart & Soul is the winner of multiple Chicago Emmy Awards and an Illinois Broadcasters Association’s Best Public Affairs Program Award. This special edition captures an incredible night of gospel music at the Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park. Soul-stirring performances by Maranda Curtis, who will be singing “Nobody like You Lord,” and Anthony Brown, who will sing “Blessings on Blessings,” are spotlighted. The special also profiles those who have made a name elevating the genre. Cheryl Burton sits down with gospel superstar Kirk Franklin, who has won 14 Grammy Awards and whose credits include gospel musician, songwriter, choir director and is also known for leading urban contemporary gospel choirs. We also hear from Chicago gospel legend Reverend Clay Evans. Evans is a gospel singer and founder of the influential Chicago’s Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church, which is famous for its rousing Sunday gospel services. Acclaimed singer, songwriter producer and gospel musician Pastor Charles Jenkins, who recently announced his retirement from Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church, will also share his story and love of gospel music. The fascinating history of gospel music will be explored, including tracing gospel’s roots right here in Chicago. Heart & Soul also takes a look at the historic Pilgrim Baptist Church that was almost completely destroyed in a fire and reveals plans for the National Gospel Museum coming to Chicago. Heart & Soul is featured on-demand at abc7chicago.com and is produced by Justyna Syska. 8 June 19-26, 2019
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#MuteRKelly Founders Honored at Evening of Impact
Activists Kenyette Tisha Barnes and Oronike Odeleye were awarded the Visionary Award at the 16th annual Evening of Impact on Thursday for their work organizing the #MuteRKelly campaign.
Photo of Evening of Impact by Marc Monaghan By Tony Ho Tran Contributing Writer As hundreds of people dressed in suits and evening gowns streamed into the Morgan Manufacturing warehouse space in the Fulton Market for a night of cocktails, dinners and awards, Jim DeRogatis looked out of place. He was dressed in a shortsleeve shirt and slacks and was seated at a table by himself. He was quiet. That’s because Jim was still reacting to news about a man he has been reporting on for nearly 20 years. “11 new charges have been laid against him,” he said, almost to himself. “Wow, that’s great news.” The man DeRogatis was referring to is R. Kelly, who had a host of new charges (related to his sexual assault and sexual abuse case) levied against him that day by an Illinois grand jury. A journalist and music critic for the Chicago Sun-Times, DeRogatis has been covering and investigating the sexual abuse charges against R. Kelly since he first helped break the story in 2000. It was fitting that he was reacting to the news at the 16th annual Evening of Impact, a fundraising event benefiting sexual violence prevention and education outreach. The event was hosted by Resilience, a nonprofit dedicated to healing and empowerment for sexual violence survivors in Chicago. At the heart of the evening were Kenyette Tisha Barnes and Oronike Odelwww.chicagodefender.com
eye. The two co-founded the #MuteRKelly campaign in 2017, which sought to bring awareness to the alleged crimes of an accused serial sexual abuser. “[The #MuteRKelly movement] has done what no other movement has done, and it’s centered the sexual violence of Black women and girls by predators of power,” Barnes told the Defender. “That’s really what we’re trying to dismantle — that power.”
Since beginning their campaign, the pair have been directly responsible for shutting down 13 R. Kelly concerts as well as forcing RCA Records, a subsidiary of Sony Music, to drop Kelly from their talent roster. Their work, coupled with the 2019 documentary series Surviving R. Kelly, has been widely recognized, and on Thursday, they were honored with the 2019 Visionary Award from Resilience for their efforts. While speaking on stage, Odeleye smiled and reminded the audience of the work Resilience provides and its importance. “While our focus has always been on
[#MuteRKelly], it is always good to be recognized for our efforts,” Odeleye told the crowd. “Especially by an organization as important as Resilience — the largest standalone rape crisis center in the Chicagoland area, which provides more crisis intervention and medical advocacy services within a single city than any other rape crisis center in the whole state of Illinois.” When Odeleye and Barnes began their work in 2017, they could not anticipate the impact the #MuteRKelly campaign would ultimately have, but they always knew that they wanted to make it more than another internet fad. “#MuteRKelly sought to be more than just another Twitter hashtag,” Barnes said on stage. “We wanted our work to extend beyond the concert protests and cancellations to begin to craft a larger narrative centered on the intersection of Black women and girls, sexual violence and predators with power.” For DeRogatis, the night was an opportunity to honor the “real heroes.” His upcoming book, Soulless: The Case Against R. Kelly, is the culmination of two decades worth of investigations into the R&B singer’s alleged crimes, and it comes at a time when sexual assault is more in the cultural consciousness than ever before. However, he’s still cognizant about the reality of the situation. “I think #MeToo and #TimesUp have started a much-needed conversation,” DeRogatis told the Defender. “But as you and I sit here and talk, Kelly is living in
Trump Tower where once stood the SunTimes with two young women whose parents are saying they are being kept as part of a cult…There’s a level of weirdness here that’s only beginning to be understood now.”
So, for Barnes, DeRogatis and Odeyele, their work is not over. While Kelly walks free, there is still much to be done to ensure justice for the survivors and the victim’s families. There’s no shortage of hope though. While the #MuteRKelly founders started the movement in anger and in reaction to the horrific allegations against the R&B singer, there has only been one thing that has carried them through: Love. “Love for R. Kelly’s survivors who were brave enough to come forward and love for the ones who remained anonymous as they worked on their own healing,” Odeleye says. “Love for our community that deserves better than entertainers who get rich off of our support and abuse us in turn…and above all, an unabashed, all-encompassing love for Black women.” June 19-26, 2019 9
CP AROUND TOWN I Am That Woman Movement presents Tina Lifford’s “Inner Fitness Outer Beauty” Chicago tour. It will be held at the Gallery Guichard, 436 East 47th Street, on June 22, 2019, from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Tina Lifford is most recently known for her role as Aunt Vi By Carolyn Palmer in OWN’s Queen Sugar. This event is co-produced by Dawn Steele Halbert, vice president of Sales & Marketing, and Twyler Jenkins, founder and chief executive officer. VIP tickets are $75 and general admission tickets are $55 and $35. Register at www.iatwmovementjune22.eventbrite. com. “Rhomania 2019, 3rd Annual Dancing with The Greeks” was held at the Universal Entertainment Center and was co-chaired by Taheria Brown and Lanette Littlejohn of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., Delta Sigma chapter. The event provided an opportunity to bring the Divine 9 together to compete in a dance competition. With a ‘70s theme, including a throwback step and stroll competition, the competition emphasized the importance of awarding scholarships and recognizing outstanding individuals in the community. The Better Love Yourself Foundation presented “Honor Thy Fathers” brunch and kicked off their Chicago fundraiser at the Doubletree Hotel in Alsip. Terisa Griffin is the chief executive officer and founder of Better Love Yourself Foundation. The event was complete with a Family Feud game, conducted by Fame Show Host DJ Chuck Dog, bid whist and crap games, as well as a dynamic performance by the Diva herself. A great time was had by all!
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The City Council and Mayor Lightfoot recently acknowledged the 100th year anniversary of the ratification of the 19th Amendment giving women the right to vote. Though Wisconsin thought they were the first state to ratify, Illinois was actually the first, as they ratified two hours prior. Members and friends of the League of Women Voters of Chicago celebrated the anniverary.
Terisa Griffin celebrated and honored fathers during a fundraiser held by her foundation, Better Love Yourself, this past Father’s Day!
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Winners of “Dancing with the Greeks”: Daniell Perry, Alpha Phi Alphi Fraternity, Inc., and partner Noel Perry (1st Place); Ebony Cannon and partner Marvel Brantley, Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. (2nd Place); and Tiffany Gore and partner Frank Trigg, Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. (3rd place). Photo by: Ken Colbert 10 June 19-25, 2019
Awardees of the Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Delta Sigma chapter: Rochelle Wren, committee member; Jennifer Holmes, committee member; Daniel Brisard, Service Award recipient; Teresa Huggins, Educators Award recipient; Dr. Karen Ratliff, Black Business recipient; Krystal Kay, basileus; Reverend Dr. Carmin Frederick-James, Ministry Award recipient; Corey Hardiman, Community Activists recipient; LaToyia Roman, Health Award recipient; Diana Harringan, Fine Arts recipient; and Ilundria Bardwell, committee member. Photo by: Ken Colbert www.chicagodefender.com
EDUCATION Bright Futures Gala Celebrates Youth Achievement Nearly 700 guests attended a night of youth achievement during Youth Guidance’s annual Bright Futures Gala at the Palmer House Hilton, Chicago. They celebrated 95 years of supporting youth. A special honor was given to former mayor Rahm Emanuel for his legacy of supporting youth mentorship programs — specifically for Youth Guidance’s Becoming A Man® (BAM®) and Working on WomanhoodSM (WOW) programs. The Boeing Company was honored as Corporate Partner of the Year for being an unwavering champion for Youth Guidance for many years. Their unbelievable support has enabled the organization to create Bright Futures for youth in Chicago. “Mayor Emanuel made expanding mentorship his mission and highlighted the important role that prevention has in public safety,” said Youth Guidance’s chief executive officer Michelle Adler Morrison. “The Mayor successfully pursued a bold and aggressive effort to mobilize resources to significantly expand community-based mentoring programs throughout the city of Chicago to young men and women in the highest need communities. Today, thousands of young people have a mentor because of his leadership and for this, we heartfully thank him.” The event raised dollars that will further support the trained mentorship programs that now support 11,000 youth and growing. The programs include
BAM, WOW, Community After School, Project Prepare®, School-based-Counseling and more. Other special guests attending the fundraiser were Cook County board president Toni Preckwinkle, business executives, community leaders and gala cochairs, Travis and Megan Sullivan. “With the community’s support, we raised about $1.2 million dollars, which will allow us to serve more of our youth than ever before,” said Morrison. “On behalf of Youth Guidance and our board chairman John Raitt, we are so grateful to all of our champions of youth, our board of directors, host committee, WOW and BAM advisory councils, junior board…and our corporate and public-sector partners for joining us in our mission of guiding our youth to reach their full potential.” The 2019 gala was emceed by NBC 5 Chicago anchor Zoraida Sambolin and offered amazing auction items that included Bears vs. Packers VIP weekend in Chicago. Youth Guidance meets youth where they are — physically within schools, socially and emotionally — to help them overcome obstacles and focus on their education. The funds raised will support the organization’s mission of serving youth from Chicago’s resilient communities.
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system,” said Zaldwaynaka Scott, Esq., president of Chicago State University. “We are pleased with the leadership of our state on this issue and we appreciate the legislature’s commitment to CSU scholars and the families of Illinois.” This funding will provide Chicago State University with necessary support for improved learning spaces and support services for students, including a state-of-the-art interprofessional simulation lab for the university’s leading health science and pharmacy programs. The $33.7 million in funding will be distributed over the course of six years, and the FY20 budget increase of 5 percent will bring CSU’s operating budget to $36.9 million, which is $1.7 million more than last year’s budget of $35.2 million.
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Parenting Points: Enjoying Life Together! By Marnita Coleman Marco and his 10-year-old son, Troy, rose early on Saturday to spend all day together. “The early bird catches the worm,” Marco would always say. The first stop on their route was to the barbershop for a fresh haircut and then onto the car wash. Marco was adamant about having a clean ride. Just before heading home to mow the lawn, they dropped by Walmart for some household supplies. When they finally reached home, Troy asked, “Dad, when are we going to spend some time together?” Marco was perplexed because they had been together all day. However, Troy was referring to quality time. Parents be mindful not to drag your children through life. How can you expect them to be grateful when their special time with you revolves around weekend errands? We know these duties are necessary but throw in a special treat that involves activities you both enjoy every now and then. Let your children know how mindful you are of them and that you value their time.
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Chi-Soul Fest Bringing Live Music to Navy Pier By Megann Horstead The summer is almost here, and Chicago’s soul music scene is looking to make a comeback for the second year in a row. Navy Pier invites the public to take in the sights and sounds of its 2nd annual Chi-Soul Fest. The event, which takes place from 10 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. June 21 – 22, is free and open to the public. Chi-Soul Fest provides an opportunity to bring together various local artists and groups that either play the classics or are influenced by soul music. Performances will take place on several different stages. The schedule is as follows: Friday, June 21 Ayana Contrera Pop-Up: “Energy Never Dies” 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. Peoples Energy Welcome Pavilion Honey and The 45s 5:30 – 8 p.m. Miller Lite Beer Garden Chi-Soul Sisters Concert 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Polk Bros Park (Lake Stage)
Alysha Monique 2 – 3:30 p.m. Miller Lite Beer Garden
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Neal Francis 9 – 11:30 p.m. Miller Lite Beer Garden
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Discussion by Ayana Contreras and Curtis Mayfield 4 – 5 p.m. Peoples Energy Welcome Pavilion
Organizers said last year’s Chi-Soul Fest was such a success that they decided to bring it back. “Seeing there wasn’t anything like this in the city, I thought it was a great opportunity to bring soul music to Navy Pier, and at the same time, honoring its historical significance here in Chicago,” said Daniel Crane who handles arts, culture and engagement for Navy Pier. History shows Chicago has deep ties to the soul music scene of the 1960s and 1970s. Various record labels recorded artists like The Dells, Curtis Mayfield, Etta James, Donna Hathaway, Herbie Hancock and Earth Wind and Fire. “We’re happy to bring that to the light again,” said Crane. Crane also said there are still a lot of great soul musicians that are performing on a week-
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ly basis in the city. Chi-Soul Fest falls in line with the mission of Navy Pier, which “celebrates and showcases the vitality of Chicago and provides for the enjoyment of Chicago-area residents and visitors year-round,” according to the nonprofit destination’s website. During the event, visitors will have access to all the restaurants and eateries at Navy Pier. Programming will be presented in honor of the national observance of African-American Music Appreciation Month. For information, visit navypier.org.
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COMMUNITY CALENDAR 6/19 Juneteenth Celebration Hosted By: Ted Williams III 7-9 p.m. Bronzeville Community Clubhouse 3847 S. Giles Ave. Free and Open to the Public US vs Everybody: A discussion on Reparations, Culture and Self-Determination Hosted By: Black Culture Week 6:30-8:30 p.m. Africa International House 6200 S. Drexel Ave. Free registration via Eventbrite 6/20 Small Business Expo Hosted by: The Show Producers 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Isadore and Sadie Dorin Forum 725 W. Roosevelt Rd. Free admission ice C.R.E.A.M. Social Hosted By: The Brown Girl Project LLC 6:30-9 p.m. Silver Room 1506 E. 53rd Street Tickets $5-$10 available via Eventbrite 6/21 Bronzeville Arts District 3rd Friday Trolley Tour 6 p.m. Gallery Guichard 436 E. 47th Street Unit 1 Free Admission 6/21-6/22 Freedom Conference 2019 Hosted By: Go Hard for Christ Youth Ministry 6 p.m. on 6/21 Living Word Christian Center 7600 W. Roosevelt Rd. Forest Park, IL Tickets $20-$40 available via Eventbrite 6/22 2nd Annual Climbing Higher Women’s Empowerment Conference Hosted By: Sylvia Duncan 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Ray and Joan Kroc Center 1250 W. 119th Street Tickets $69 available via Eventbrite It’s a Family Affair Hosted By: Sixth Grace Presbyterian Church Noon-4 p.m. 600 E. 35th Street For more information contact: 312-225-5300
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