Happenings in and around Historic 5 Points and Northeast Denver December 2013
Celebrating the life of Dr. Nelson Mandela
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5 POINTS News publisher and editor was in Cape Town South Africa on December 6, when Dr. Nelson Mandela passed away in Johannesburg. The mood was far from somber as South Africans mourned the loss of their world leader with seven days of celebration, dance, cheer, reflection, and remembrance. See more photos on page 6.
200 Black Men Show Up and Sit In at Manual High School
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Denver’s national Mixed Martial Arts champion Lumumba Sayer tells students “its easier to walk away from a fight” as Larry Lockman assists in science class.
200 Black men went to Manual and engaged administrators, teachers, students and school employees. Dr. Daddio of 760 AM challenged members of the school board and political community to be among the children they represent. Denver and Aurora school board members Landri Taylor and Eric Nelson attended and Denver City Councilman Albus Brooks of District 8 brought friends from the non-profit community to listen to the concerns of youth and teachers. Many students appeared astonished as men like Chief Elias Diggins of the Denver County Jail, MMA World Champion Lumumba Sanders, local rapper and nationally known activist DJ Cavem, and other noteworthy men stood in front of them and talked about how their choices affect their future. Over lunch many students talked about how they loved their school but felt isolated. They spoke of the immediate needs of their school and how many did not know if their school would be around in the future. The men expected to impart experiences of their youth and professions – instead they found themselves moved by the experiences of the youth that sat before them. By the end of the school day, the men purchased two new generators for the school and provided mentoring opportunities for the students. Vice Principal Vernon Jones and brother jeff applauded the 200 Black men for coming together and challenged them to take ownership of the school. –Kenneth Drew
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Renowned Hip Hop artist Itef Vita, legendary radio personality James “Dr. Daddio” Walker, and Pastor Terrence Hughes volunteer in classrooms.
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brother jeff, In the Middle of History Again
I met Muhammad Ali in front of my home. I was in Washington DC with one million Black men. I was in Denver inside Invesco Field when Senator Obama accepted the Democratic nomination. I was in Washington DC for President Obama’s first inauguration. I was in South Africa on the morning when Dr. Nelson Mandela passed and have been here throughout his memorial services. By the way, in South Africa everyone calls Mandela by the name Madiba or Tata Madiba. Tata means father and Madiba is his tribal lineage. As I type these words from my room in Cape Town I am honored to find myself once again in the center of history. I am even more honored to be able to bring direct, first hand knowledge back to my community. I can’t wait to see you. I have a lot to share. Amandla! –brother jeff
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Remembering Nelson Mandela
Excerpt of President Obama’s remarks in Johannesburg, December 10, 2013. Mandela showed us the power of action; of taking risks on behalf of our ideals. Perhaps Madiba was right that he inherited, “a proud rebelliousness, a stubborn sense of fairness” from his father. Certainly he shared with millions of black and colored South Africans the anger born of, “a thousand slights, a thousand indignities, a thousand unremembered moments…a desire to fight the system that imprisoned my people.” But like other early giants of the ANC - the Sisulus and Tambos - Madiba disciplined his anger; and channeled his desire to fight into organization, and platforms, and strategies for action, so men and women could stand-up for their dignity. Moreover, he accepted the consequences of his actions, knowing that standing up to powerful interests and injustice carries a price.
We, too, must act on behalf of justice. We, too, must act on behalf of peace. There are too many of us who happily embrace Madiba’s legacy of racial reconciliation, but passionately resist even modest reforms that would challenge chronic poverty and growing inequality. There are too many leaders who claim solidarity with Madiba’s struggle for freedom, but do not tolerate dissent from their own people. And there are too many of us who stand on the sidelines, comfortable in complacency or cynicism when our voices must be heard. For the people of South Africa, for those he inspired around the globe - Madiba’s passing is rightly a time of mourning, and a time to celebrate his heroic life. But I believe it should also prompt in each of us a time for self-reflection. With honesty, regardless of our station or circumstance, we must ask: how well have I applied his lessons in my own life?
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Mayor Hancock Appoints Stephanie O’Malley Mayor Michael B. Hancock today announced the appointment of Deputy Chief of Staff Stephanie Y. O’Malley as Executive Director of the Department of Safety (formerly Manager of Safety) for the City and County of Denver, effective Jan. 1. The Executive Director of Safety provides civilian oversight of the Police, Fire and Sheriff’s departments. “This vital role, one of the most important in my Cabinet, requires a very stable and thoughtful individual, someone with the experience and political acumen to maintain the public’s confidence in Denver’s safety agencies,” Mayor Hancock said. “Stephanie brings those attributes as well as a high level of integrity, a commitment to justice, and a well-earned level of respect from the legal and public-safety communities.” As Deputy Chief of Staff to Mayor Hancock, O’Malley engaged in a host of matters of public concern on his behalf, including direct engagement with Denver’s Police, Fire, and Sheriff’s departments, as well as with the Office of the Independent Monitor; collective bargaining; M/WBE considerations; arts and culture; homelessness; business operations; and community engagement. “I am honored to serve as the Executive Director of the Department of Safety. I understand the importance of this position and the monumental responsibility that it brings,” O’Malley said. “I stand committed to advancing the well-being of the department as a whole and to being the anchor to each facet of this branch of government that is so critical to the Denver community and its citizens. I am humbled by Mayor Hancock’s confidence in me to lead the Department of Safety.” Interim Safety Manager Ashley Kilroy
will continue to serve in this capacity until Jan. 1. At that time, Kilroy will return to her previous position as Deputy Director of the Department of Safety. “I am grateful to Ashley for bringing her considerable expertise to this temporary assignment,” Mayor Hancock said. “Her dedication during this time of transition was exemplary, and we are excited that she will continue to be an asset to the Department of Safety as we move forward.” A Denver native, O’Malley grew up in the City Park West neighborhood. She graduated with honors from Howard University in Washington, D.C., with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration. She is a licensed attorney in the State of Colorado and received her J.D. from the University of Denver Sturm College of Law. From 2007-2011, O’Malley served as Denver’s first elected Denver County Clerk and Recorder. As an appointee of former Mayor John Hickenlooper, O’Malley was Director of the Department of Excise and Licenses from 2003-2007. O’Malley currently serves on the Denver Urban Redevelopment Authority Board, the Zion Baptist Church Trustee Board, the Steering Committee for Forest Street Compassionate Care Center, and the advisory committee for the Denver School of Science and Technology. She previously served as a founding board member of DSST, the Denver Public Schools Citizens Bond Committee and the Colorado Election Reform Commission. O’Malley is the mother of two teenage sons, Patrick and Steven. Mayor Hancock said O’Malley will build trust and strengthen relationships between city government and Denver’s diverse communities.
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Rev. Frank Davis
Rev. Davis, his wife, Kathy and their children, Letitia, Jevon, Sheriee, Francine and Frank Jr., came to Zion Baptist Church in 1982. He accepted God Almighty’s call to the ministry in June, 1984, under the spiritual tutelage of the late, great Reverend Dr. Wendell T. Liggins. Following Zion’s loss of Pastor Liggins, Rev. Davis served as interim Pastor and became Zion’s Senior Pastor in July, 1993. Rev. Davis is a fluent speaker with extraordinary vitality. He delivers God’s Word with conviction and power. He is dedicated in his service to God and to man. He is a man of impeccable character who is regarded by his congregation and community as a Christian leader of integrity, honesty, and loyalty.
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History Makers Ron & Lea Porter
Rosiland “Bee” Harris
Rosalind Bee Harris recently received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Black Chamber of Commerce. The Grand Rapids, MI native is the founder, owner, publisher, and Art Director of the Denver Urban Spectrum, a free monthly newspaper which covers stories of interest to people of color since 1987. In 2000, Bee created the Urban Spectrum Youth Foundation, a journalism program for youth ages 13 to 17. The high achieving go-getter attended Davenport College of Business, Patricia Stevens Career School, and the University of Nebraska at Omaha. She is active in numerous community organizations including the South Terminal Redevelopment Program Board and has been the recipient of countless awards. Congratulations Bee!
Jess Dubois
Jess DuBois is an exceptional artist, specializing in both portraiture and landscapes. As a Creole of Cherokee ancestry, he is renowned for his poetic landscapes and moving portraits of
Native Americans and historic African Americans. DuBois is a native of Denver, Colorado’s historic Five Points neighborhood. A member of the Art Institute of Denver’s first graduating Class of 1957, he was inducted into their Hall of Fame in 2004. After graduation, he continued his education, studying with notable artists such as Ray Vanilla, David Lafel, and Daniel Green. DuBois showed his work in his successful DuBois Gallery in Estes Park until a devastating flood in 1982 caused it to close. At that time he returned to Five Points, where he began to incorporate blown glass and sculpture into his repertoire. DuBois continues to take art classes, and he also teaches art to children. His life goal, he says, is always “to get better and better.”
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Lea Chapman and Ron Porter wed and blended families in holy matrimony on Friday November 8, 2013. The ceremony was officiated by Bishop Jerry Demmer and First Lady Katrina Demmer at the Absolute Word Church in Denver, CO. Reception was held at the historic Temple Events Center Ballroom. Lea, a Colorado native, is a Dancer/ Actress who is employed at a Christian radio broadcast company. Ron, hailing from
Western Pennsylvania, is a Human Resources Consultant. Mr. and Mrs. Porter met at a private new years eve celebration December 31, 2011. A friendship was born and a courtship blossomed. The reality of a whole family unit was equally important to both Ron and Lea . It wasn’t long before Lea knew that a true man of valor had walked into her life and Ron knew that he had found his help meet.
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Remembering
Reverend Dr. Percel E. Hector is a native of Antiqua, British West Indies (an island in the Caribbean) and the youngest of seven children. From infancy, he was brought up in the Moravian faith tradition.
A graduate of the Hill Secondary School on his home island of Antiqua, Dr. Hector received a Bachelor of Arts degree in English from the Cambridge University in London, England. Dr. Hector later moved to California where he resided for more than 26 years. Dr. Hector had many pastorial appointments with the last being at Jordan A.M.E. Church in Denver, Colorado. It was his aim and determination to stay focused in the Lord despite adversaries, realizing only what one does for Christ will last. Dr. Percel Hector was the devoted father of seven children. He leaves to cherish his devoted wife, Reverend Brenda B. Hector, brothers, a sister, nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.
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Ministerial Alliance Thanksgiving Program in Honor of Apostle Ralph E. Beechum
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The Greater Denver Ministerial Alliance had a special reason to celebrate Thanksgiving this year as they welcomed back their brother, past president of the GMDMA Apostle Ralph Beechum, from a life threatening illness. As recognition of his valuable service, the Thanksgiving celebration was held at the House of Joy Miracle Deliverance Church where he is the Senior Pastor. The atmosphere was electric and the church filled to capacity with community and dignitaries including State Rep. Rhonda Fields and Minister’s Wives and Minister Widows Association President First Lady Claudette Sweet. Many of Colorado’s Ecclesiastical leaders from various denominations were also in attendance. Powerful praise and worship was throughout the evening led by the House of Joy Praise team and Now Faith Christian Church choir. Pulpit Conductor Pastor Miriam Rosa gave a stirring opening
invitation to the congregation, which set the tone ushering in the Spirit of true thanksgiving for the evening. Apostle Leon Emerson Pastor Now Faith Church was the keynote speaker. For him it was a homecoming as he shared his experience playing the drums there for so many years along side his friend the bass player Apostle Beechum, under the leadership of the late Apostle Ruben Beechum. The evening was especially touching when a special offering was raised for Apostle Beechm, and at the conclusion of the evening he gave words that left not a dry eye in the house. This celebration gave real meaning to Thanksgiving. The Greater Metro Denver Ministerial Alliance will host their Christmas Holiday Celebration on December 22, 2013 4:00pm at 195 s Monaco Pkwy The House Worship Center, the public is invited to attend. –Terrence Hughes
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Vickers Boys & Girls Club Accepting Applications
The Vickers Boys & Girls Club— 3333 Holly Street is accepting registrations for membership! Members enjoy a variety of educational, technology, art, sports, leadership and game room programs and activities everyday after school from 3:00-9:00 p.m.
The Club’s teen center offers additional programs geared toward college prep, character building, service learning and more for members ages 13 and up! For information, contact Jason, Nichole, or Shunara at 303-321-0340 or come by the club today!
Urban League of Metropolitan Denver Guild Awards Africana Studies Scholarships
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Visit dpp.org to learn more Approved by voters in 2006, the Denver Preschool Program (DPP) is a sales tax-funded initiative that generates about $11 million annually to fund preschool tuition support for all Denver’s 4-year-olds.
November 19, the Urban League of Metropolitan Denver Guild and the Africana Studies department at Metropolitan State University of Denver awarded two scholarships to two students in the Africana Studies department. This is the second year the scholarship known as the Urban League of Metropolitan Denver Guild Book Scholarship has been awarded. It is a $1000 scholarship awarded to a student majoring or
minoring in Africana Studies. This year’s recipients were senior Jenesa Carr and junior Darius Carey. Some of those in attendance were department chair Dr. Winston Grady-Willis, former Urban League President and Professor Dr. Larry Borom and his wife, current Urban League President Landri Taylor, current Guild President Bettye Ellis, reknown vocalist Dr. Sweet, board members and family. –Kenneth S. Drew December 2013 8
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The Holiday Season - A Time of Celebration
5 POINTS NEWS journalist Aliyah Fard, 13 (right) along with her sister (left) Aminah Fard and her mother Deborah Fard (center) celebrating Kwanzaa.
December marks the season of celebrations. In the United States, many different religions celebrate different things. These can include; Christmas, Kwanzaa, and Hanukkah. These are just some of the seasonal celebrations that people celebrate in December. The majority of people in the United States celebrate Christmas. Christmas is mostly celebrated by Christians. It recived its name in the Catholic church meaning Christ’s Mass. The original meaning of Christmas is to celebrate the birth of baby Jesus. According to my research, 95% of Americans celebrate Christmas. Decorating houses and yards with lights, putting up Christmas trees, giving gifts, and sending greeting cards have become traditions, even for many non-Christian Americans. Christmas is a very special holiday and is celebrated almost everywhere. Kwanzaa was created by Maulana Karenga in 1966 as the first specific African-American holiday. Kwanzaa lasts from December 26 to January 1st, and
Friends of Blair-Caldwell Library Foundation Announces Additional Board Members Friends of Blair-Caldwell African American Research Library Foundation Officers announced the addition of the following people to the Friends of Blair-Caldwell African American Research Library. Honorary Chairs: Colorado Governor John W. Hickenlooper and Denver Mayor Michael B. Hancock. Foundation Executive Board: Hon. Wellington E. Webb, Co-Chair; Hon. Wilma J. Webb, Co-Chair; Sherry Jackson, Vice Chair Letitis “Tish” Maes, Secretary; and Hon. Landri Taylor, Treasurer Foundation Board Members: Wayne Cauthen, Mike Dino, Monique Dyer, Denice Edwards, Stephanie Foote, Nita
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100 Men Who Cook to Support Local Causes
Henry, Fabby Hillyard, Andrew Hudson, David Kenney, Melissa Kolwaite, Greg Kolomitz, Jim Martinez, John McBride, Hon. Jovan Melton, Tom Migaki, Shayla Moon, Dan Muse, Mike Musgrave, Shepherd Nevel. Hon. Stephanie O’Malley, Tracy Adams Peters. Rosemary Rodriguez. Ryan Ross, Kathy Selman, Charlotte Stephens, Allen Webb, Jr., Herman White, and Ed Wingfield. Administrator: Peggy Wortham For additional nformation contact Sherry Jackson, Vice Chair at sljacklinks1@gmail.com
means first fruits. Kwanzaa is seven days and each day has a principal or meaning. The names are swahili and are; Umoja (unity) Kujichagulia (self determination),Ujima, (collective work and responsibility) Ujamaa,(Cooperative economics) Nia,(purpose) Kuumba,(creativity) and Imani (faith). There are many Kwanzaa events, where you can meet new friends, connect with others and remember our ancestors. Kwanzaa is a cultural celebration, and is not celebrated by a certain group of people. Anyone can celebrate Kwanzaa! The Kwanzaa setup consists of a Kinara which holds 7 candles. One for every day of the celebration. Corn is placed as well to symbolize children, and gifts are given to children. Gifts are homemade or things that will help children in their education. Holidays are celebrated by all people. Whether you celebrate Christmas, Kwanzaa, or Hanukkah have a great holiday season and a great New Year! –Aliyah Fard
Mayor Hancock joins 100 Men Who Cook Chefs
All I can say is this, if you missed it, you missed one of Denver’s annual premier events. Citizens of the Mile High city came out in their finery on this beautiful evening to say the least; many dressed in purple, which was the signature color of the evening. The event was sold out, so those
fortunate enough to attend were able to taste food cooked by over 100 participants; men across the Metro area showed up and showed out demonstrating their culinary skills and techniques. Guests were able to sample tasty cuisine such as Red Wine Mussels, George’s “Mmmm, That’s Some Good” Jambalaya, and 151 Proof Rum Glazed Pound Cake and so much more. Mayor Hancock showed Denver that he could burn! Not only was there wonderful food, the entertainment was top notch. With peformances from Yasuo Ishikawa, saxophonist to The Ron Ivory and The Milesapart Band the evening was an absolute hit. The gala was a fund raising event to assist several non-profit community organizations to continue their goal of serving Denver communities in need. If your plan was to attend this years event and didn’t, don’t make the same mistake next year, get your tickets early! –Lea Steed-Oats
Feeling Anxious About Going to Work? You Might be a Victim of Workplace Bullying
Dr. Peggy Mitchell Norwood
NFL player, Richie Incognito has been accused of bullying a fellow player. Would you recognize bullying if it happened to you? Bullying in the workplace – whether it occurs in the locker room, boardroom, or factory floor - is a serious problem that must be named and addressed. Bullying is repeated, unwanted, aggressive behavior with the goal of controlling or harming others. Workplace bullying can involve threats, spreading rumors, physical or verbal attacks, intentionally excluding someone from a group, or sabotaging another person’s work. When bullying happens online, it is referred to as cyberbullying. According to the Workplace Bullying Institute, about 35% of the U.S. workforce reports being bullied. Bullying of this magnitude has a tremendous impact on employees, employers, and the company’s bottom line. Bullies spend work time planning their attack and harassing their target, which results in lost productivity. Targets of bullying experience stress-related physical and mental
health problems and tend to call in sick to escape the bullying or to recover from its effects. Depression, anxiety, high blood pressure, and headaches are all common effects of workplace bullying. Employers must also absorb the costs associated with high turnover and replacing workers when those involved in bullying are fired or quit because the problem has become unbearable. Since there are currently no laws against workplace bullying, it is difficult to confront it. Although it is your employer’s responsibility to resolve the issue, workplace bullying often continues because the employer creates or permits a workplace culture or environment where bullying is tolerated or even encouraged. Most workplace bullies will deny that they are doing anything wrong and may label you as a whiner who needs to toughen up, so making an emotional appeal usually won’t work. Instead, present your employer with an objective summary of the financial cost of the bully’s behavior to the company. If conditions don’t improve, some experts recommend that you put your own health and wellbeing first and begin to “plan your escape” by researching your legal options and looking for another job. Bullying can destroy a person’s career and have a detrimental effect on their ability to earn a living, not to mention the psychological, spiritual, and physical damage that can occur. Workplace bullying is a serious issue that should never be minimized. Dr. Peggy Mitchell Norwood is a mental health consultant and the author of the book, Do Something Different...For a Change: For more information: www. DrPegOnline.com | 303-745-4944
Hauwa Ibrahim Visits Redline Shares Her Story About Human Rights
Hauwa Ibrahim, top supporter of womens rights in Nigeria (Photo credit: European Parliment)
In 2014 Redline will present She Crossed the Line, five exhibitions of trailblazing women artists who have been instrumental in laying the foundations of contemporary art. Their artistic vision and willingness to challenge social and artistic standards have allowed many others to inscribe their own unique voices into the collective consciousness. December 3, Haiwa Ibrahim, a woman who knows all too well the challenges of confronting social standards shared a small portion of her story at Redline to help launch and garner support for the 2014 She Crossed the Line exhibition and programming line up. Currently teaching and conducting research at Harvard, Ibrahim is one of the top defenders of women’s rights in Nigeria. As a senior partner with the Aries Law Firm in Abuja, Ibrahim successfully challenged numerous charges and convictions
under strict Islamic Sharia law, including sentences of death by stoning and limb amputation. She is best known for her defense of Amina Lawal and Safiya Hussain, two Northern Nigerian women sentenced to death by stoning for adultery. Hauwa’s professional accomplishments also include election as the first female National Publicity Secretary of the Nigerian Bar Association in 2000 and authorship of the first draft of the constitution for the Pan African Lawyers Union in 2002. Hauwa has served as a consultant to the United Nations Development Program, the European Union’s Commission and Ambassadors in Nigeria, and the NGO Lawyers without Borders. Ibrahim spoke softly, mightily, and inspirationally about the power of humility and the human imagination as she wove into her words an invitation to everyone to continue to act on behalf of human rights. December 2013 8
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Denver School Board Results are In
The Aftermath of Amendment 66
Amendment 66 advocate Maisha Fields-Pollard L-R Landri Taylor, Mike Johnson and Barbara O’Brien celebrate winning DPS Board seats
Landri Taylor won the District Four Denver Public School Board position over his opponent Roger Kilgore with 65.6% of the votes in the November election. The other three school board winners include Barbara O’Brien, Rosemary Rodriquez, and Mike Johnson. All four of these candidates have rallied behind Su-
perintendent Tom Boasberg’s education reforms. The newly elected board members will join incumbents Happy Haynes and Anne Rowe in forming the board majority, which is now 6-1 in favor of the reform. Arturo Jimenez is the only member in opposition.
Nominate a Black Educator for an Award! TheEduCtr is now accepting nominations from the public, individuals, schools, family members, colleagues, and/or organizations & companies. The nomination can be a self-nomination or come from a third party. Must teach in any public, charter, religious, educational organization or private school in the State of Colorado (must meet all qualifications). The Education Center (TheEduCtr) sponsors the 5th Salute to Excellence in Education Scholarship & Awards Gala 2014 - Deadline for Nominations - Thursday, December 12, 2013 at 5:00 p.m. Visit www.surveymonkey.com/s/FLQ5MGX make your nomination. (Only online nomination application process accepted this year). This program presents special awards to Black educators throughout the state of Colorado who are dedicated to education, who exemplify a high standard of excellence in education, inspires, motivates, and who produces positive results academically. Take the time to nominate your favorite teacher this year! This is the largest civic
event honoring African American Educators in Colorado. This will be our 5th-year and again dignitaries will present the certificates to our awardees. Date of Salute Event: Friday, March 7, 2014. This will be a wonderful program and GALA. Tickets for this great event go on sale online October 17, 2013. SAVE THE DATE! You do not want to miss this one! Events: VIP Honoree Reception, Program begins at 8:00 p.m.- 9:30 p.m. VIP GALA- Music & dancing immediately after program. Location to be announced. Anticipated attendance for Salute 2014 is over 800 attendees (educators & their guest). Informational vendor tables also available for a small fee! Groups/individuals, businesses and non-profit organizations who would like to sponsor a VIP/ Corporate Table at our VIP GALA please contact us. (Limited number available) at 720-326-5176. For more information email: theeductr@aol.com our visit www.TheEduCtr. com or 720-447-3358.
A team of education advocates, including myself, traveled throughout the state advocating for Amendment 66 because Senate Bill 213/Amendment 66 was our best shot at leveling the playing field and ensuring that all schools, including those located in low income neighborhoods and charters schools alike had the same school finance formula as their more affluent counterparts. Section Two of Article IX of the state constitution would have required the General assembly to ensure all students enrolled in public schools, regardless of the type of public school in which they are enrolled and regardless of whether they are enrolled in a public school of the district in which they reside, institute charter schools, charter schools of a district, schools of innovation of a district or traditional schools of a district would have equitable access to state and local funding. Specifically the passage of Amendment 66, would’ve increased state tax revenues for the purpose of: 1. Providing funding for an additional 35,000 students to attend preschool
2. Providing 80 million dollars annually for special education 3. Providing seven million dollars annually for funding gifted and talented programs 4. Providing funding for all day kindergarten rather than half time 5. Increasing funding for low performing and at risk students whom qualify for free and or reduced lunch, equivalent to 77% of the students living in the for mentioned zip codes. 6. Disaggregating count day, requiring money to follow the student daily vs. a large per pupil allotment based on student enrollment on October 1. Amendment 66 failed 3 to 1 statewide. It was a devastating loss. Although Cherry Creek Schools was quoted in the aftermath stating, “nothing changes for Cherry Creek Schools”, it is the blatant truth for Denver and Aurora public Schools as well. On Wednesday morning these students returned to classrooms without books, desk, and adequate resources. Other news outlets documented parents stating “Why should I pay more in taxes for poor kids in Denver and Aurora? My kids are doing just fine”. Although I was shocked by some of my fellow Coloradans lack of social and civic responsibility, I will continue to urge you and others to resist the battle fatigue associated with fighting for human rights and social injustice. In the words of Martin Luther King, “Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.” We must Vote, like our lives depend on it. We must reach back and forward, to up lift the next generation, not through the power of the Real housewives of Atlanta, Love and Hip Hop, or the power of the Twirk, but through EDUCATION. The alternative is to do nothing, and continue to let the current system fail 50% of our children. –Maisha Fields-Pollard
148 Years of Service to Humankind
Annual Holiday at the Points Celebration
Senator Mark Udall, Mayor Michael Hancock and Councilmen Albus Brooks enjoy time with Holiday at the Point Sponsors, the community and Santa (Photo by Debra Hall)
December 7, U.S. Senator Mark Udall was the Honorary Master of Ceremonies for Holiday at the Points in the Historic Five Points Cultural District. The annual event was hosted by the Five Points Business District for the third year in a row. Last year’s Honorary Master of Ceremonies was the Honorable Michael B. Hancock, who also participanted in this year’s holiday tradition as a dignitary. The annual event ”Holiday at the Points: Illuminating the Spirit of the Season and our Community”, was held at 10 8 5 Points News
Center for Spiritual Living (Crossroads Theatre) and Coffee at the Point which are located on 27th Avenue and Welton Street. As Honorary Master of Ceremonies, Senator Udall will flipped the switch on the lights. The Five Points Business District along with community stakeholders, businesses, and property owners invited the entire Denver community to join them for the tree & street lighting, hot chocolate, storytelling, pictures with Santa, holiday music and community joy.
Photograph of a mass wedding held at Zion Baptist Church in Denver, Colorado. This mass wedding was held as a Church Wide Chorus fundraiser. Individuals identified in the photo are from left to right: Percy Jaggers, Vivian Sims, James and Geraldine Wade, Reverend and Mrs. Liggins, George and Emma Martin, I.V. and Rosalind Pegeus, Marion Ellerby
One Hundred and forty-eight years ago, freed men and women–former slaves made conscious efforts to start their house of worship and name it “Zion Baptist Church.” Pastor William Norrid, E. J. Sanderline, Emma Green, Carrie Armstrong, Ruben Bosier, Lucy Body, Rachel Norrid, and others joined hands to create what would become a sharing organization. From housing the first school for African American children and serving as a meeting place to discuss life-changing issues, to offering life-giving commodities, Zion remains a “light, a lift, and a safe harbor” to near and far away neighbors. Another Zion strength is the leadership of its twenty-four pastors. Each pastor gave valuable gifts gleaned from experience and history-making involvement. First elected pastor William Norrid survived a slave rebellion and signed a petition to the U S Congress to delay
statehood until an equal right amendment was added. Pastor H. H. White initiated Zion’s 1877 Articles of Incorporation. Pastor William Gray founded a prison ministry that was recorded in Colorado’s history and in newspapers throughout the nation. Pastor Doctor of Divinity Wendell Theodore Liggins was an elected official and civil rights activist. The current Pastor, Frank Marvin Davis put the “big pot in the little pot” by starting the serviceproviding event Saint Luke Fourteen and opening the Forest Street Compassionate Care Center. Today, Zion continues to remember its founders by keeping their commitment to serve. Zion’s history serves as a current blueprint and a reference for future helping endeavors. –Submitted by Clementine W. Pigford on behalf of Zion Baptist Church Historians
NAACP Denver-Branch Freedom Fund Luncheon
NAACP Freedom Fund Luncheon keynote speaker Daryl D. Parks, Esq.
As a result of the escalating rate of lynchings in the nation as well as the 1908 race riot in Springfield, Illinois, a group of civil rights advocates including several descendants of prominent abolitionists organized a meeting to end social and racial injustice. This meeting led to the establishment of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) in February 1909. The NAACP was originally called the National Negro Committee and was founded by notable social activists such as Ida B. Wells and W.E.B Dubois. Dr. Clarence F. Holmes, a Denver dentist, civic leader and civil rights activist, was instrumental in establishing the Denver Branch of the NAACP in 1915 and later became the President of the Denver Branch in the 1920s. Around 1922, Dr. Holmes started a drive to integrate Denver’s movie theaters. The Ku Klux Klan sent a threatening note and burned a cross in front of his dental office. Dr. Holmes of the Denver Branch along with branches in Chicago, St. Louis, Pittsburgh and Kansas City successfully prevented the the film “Birth of
a Nation” a movie that glorified the Ku Klux Klan and promoted racial propaganda at the expense of black people, from being shown in their respective cities. Dr. Holmes died in 1978 at the age of 85. Denver has been involved in the mission of the NAACP for a long time. Notable NAACP-Denver Branch Presidents and NAACP Representatives from the Denver area include: William Pinkett, W. Gene Howell, Dr. Lawrence Lewis, Menola Upshaw, Gloria Holliday, Marcus J. Farmer and the presiding branch president, Rita R. Lewis, Esq. Saturday, November 14, the Denver NAACP-Branch hosted their inaugural Freedom Fund Luncheon. keynote speaker Daryl D. Parks, Esq., managing partner of Parks and Crump, LLC law firm, represented Trayvon Martin’s family in a historic trial. Parks presented a firsthand glimpse into the Martin case and strongly encouraged community members to continue to prepare young people for the future, as well as support the efforts of the NAACP Denver-Branch.
Black American West Gala
Black American West Museum Board Pres. Dr. Anthony Young and Hall of Fame Rodeo Champion Charles Sampson
The Black American West Museum proudly brought together cowboys and non coyboys alike to experience a fun filled evening of awards, fine dining and enterainment with proceeds benefitting the ongoing legacy of the museum. Honoring the legacy of Dr. Justina
Ford, Colorado Medical Trailblazer, this year marked the 5th Pride and Progress Gala. The Black American West Museum invites you to visit them at 3091 California Street in historic Five Points.
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KWANZAA 2013 Kwanzaa Schedule of Events Umoja
According to Kwanzaa’s creator Dr. Maulana Karenga, “It (Kwanzaa) was created in 1966 in the midst of our struggles for liberation and was part of our organization Us’ efforts to create, recreate and circulate African culture as an aid to building community, enriching Black consciousness, and reaffirming the value of cultural grounding for life and struggle.” In his preface to Kwanzaa: A Celebration of Family, Community and Culture, Karenga writes, “Clearly within these 30 years, interest in Kwanzaa has steadily grown and so has the number of it celebrants. This phenomenal growth, which includes over 20 million celebrants throughout the world African community, is engendered and sustained by the rich and varied meaning Kwanzaa has for us as a people. The holiday speaks to our constant quest to be rooted in our own culture, to speak our own special cultural truth in a multicultural world and to practice values and share a vision which reaffirms and reinforces the best of family, community and culture.” It is important to know the seven values and seven symbols central to Kwanzaa. The values bind the celebration together, whereas the symbols are instructional and inspirational. Dr. Karenga explains each as follows: Umoja (Unity) To strive and maintain unity in the family, community, nation and race Kujichagulia (Self-Determination) To define ourselves, name ourselves, create for ourselves and speak for ourselves Ujima (Collective Work and Responsibility) To build and maintain our community together and make our brother’s and sister’s problems our problems and to solve them together Ujamaa (Cooperative Economics) To build and maintain our own stores, shops and other businesses and to profit from them together Nia (Purpose) To make our collective vocation the building and developing of our community in order to restore our people to their traditional greatness Kuumba (Creativity) To do always as much as we can, in the way we can, in order to leave our community more beautiful and beneficial than we inherited it Imani (Faith) To believe with all our heart in our people, our parents, our teachers, our leaders and the righteousness and victory of our struggle
Ujamaa
Thursday, December 26, 2013
Sunday, December 29, 2013
10:30 a.m. Zion Senior Luncheon Zion Senior Center | 5151 East 33rd Ave Chaired by Dr. Claudette Sweet and Gladys Brown Jones Donation $2.50
2:00 p.m. Family Kwanzaa Celebration Green Valley Branch Library 4856 N. Andes St
6:00 p.m. Lighting of the Kinara Blair Caldwell African Library 2401 Welton St. Drumming featuring the Marching Knights, led by Jerry Morgan Jr. 7:00 p.m. First Night Celebration Induction of Circle of Wisdom recipients brother jeff – Master of Ceremonies
6:00 p.m. Lighting of the Kinara Blair Caldwell Library 2401 Welton St. 6:30 p.m. Stiles African American Heritage Center hosted by Kala Green.
Nia
Monday, December 30, 2013
Friday, December 27, 2013
2:00 p.m. Children’s Kwanzaa Arts and Crafts brother jeff’s Cultural Center 2836 Welton St, Denver, CO 80205
2:00 p.m. Family Kwanzaa Celebration Pauline Robinson Branch Library 5575 E. 33rd Ave Denver, CO 80207
6:00 p.m. Lighting of the Kinara Blair Caldwell Library 2401 Welton St.
6:00 p.m. Lighting of the Kinara Blair Caldwell Library 2401 Welton St.
6:30 p.m. Nia Program Featuring the Sankofa Dance Theater brother jeff’s Cultural Center 2836 Welton St, Denver 80205
Kujichagulia
7:00 p.m. Kujichagulia Program brother jeff’s Cultural Center 2836 Welton Street Chaired by John Marsh at Inward Journey 5280, African American Leadership Institute and PTSD of Lowry.
7:30 p.m. Slam Nuba Celebration of Nia (Purpose) Crossroads Theater 2590 Washington St, Denver, CO 80205
Ujima
Tuesday December 31, 2013
Saturday, December 28, 2013 11:00 Family Kwanzaa Celebration Byers Branch Library 675 Santa Fe Dr. Denver, CO 80204 5:00 p.m. The Big Dance Zion Senior Center | 5151 E. 33rd Ave. Catered by Deronn Turner. Dinner will be served. $5.00 Donation 6:00 p.m. Lighting of the Kinara Blair Caldwell Library 2401 Welton St. 6:30 p.m. Ujima Program The Black American West Museum 3091 California St, Denver, CO 80205
Kuumba
1:30 p.m. Blair Caldwell African American Research Library, 2401 Welton Street Denver, CO 80205. Family Kwanzaa Celebration. 6:00 p.m. Lighting of the Kinara Blair Caldwell Library. 6:30 p.m. Dr. Meeks Community Kwanzaa Celebration and Martial Arts Demonstration.
Imani
Wednesday Jan 1, 2014 6:00 p.m. Lighting of the Kinara Blair Caldwell Library 2401 Welton St. 7:00 p.m. Annual Kwanzaa Program Presented the Ausar Auset Society 9:00 p.m. Rest and contemplation before affirmations, for the year to come
Contact
The Denver Kwanzaa Committee stand on the shoulders of those who have gone before us and are honored to share the Kwanzaa tradition. All events are free and open to the public except where noted. For Kwanzaa updates and to volunteer, call 303.297.0823 or visit www.brotherjeff.com.
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Upcoming Events
To list an event in 5 POINTS NEWS send us an email: 5pointsnews@brotherjeff.com Celebrate This Season With a Christmas Luncheon Double Tree Hotel | 4040 N. Quebec Street, Denver, CO 80207 Saturday, December 14, 2013 | 11:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. The Denver Interdenominational Council of Ministers’ Wives & Ministers’ Widows & The Greater Metro Denver Ministerial Alliance Jointly Celebrate this Season with a Christmas Luncheon. For further infomation contact Missionary Oddie Kennedy, Coordinator @ 303-671-0179 or 720-219-0193.
Granny Dances to a Holiday Drum A Timeless Denver Holiday Favorite
For over 20 years, The Cleo Parker Robinson Dance Ensemble has been blending dance, live music, spoken word, and holiday celebrations from around the world into a memorable holiday tradition like none other. A Denver original, Granny Dances to a Holiday Drum is a family favorite that has been inspiring patrons of all ages for a generation; celebrating and honoring holiday traditions gathered from cultures around the globe. The story: Granny’s memories are her gifts to those she loves, but she has forgotten many of her stories and the magical dances she’s seen and performed in her lifetime. In her youth, she danced in winter festivals honoring the birth of Christ, the African Harvest, the Native American Winter Solstice, the Celtic Yule Time, Las Posadas in Mexico, Kwanzaa in the United States, the ancient Hebrew Festival of Lights, the Chinese New Year, and Junkanoo in the Caribbean. Now Granny seeks to relive these colorful memories of the rich cultural traditions from around the world, bringing them alive once again for her grandchildren through dance, live music, and storytelling. What’s new this year: the 22nd Anniversary Season of Granny Dances to a Holiday Drum brings an expanded
opening processional, encompassing the “Granny” story through multiple generations and traditions. An audience favorite is the Celtic scene that reveals the ancient roots of many of our most beloved holiday symbols. This same scene then moves from the ancient to the more modern, showing how the traditional rhythms of Ireland and Africa converged into the unique American art form of tap dance. Audiences will also enjoy a Native American scene which, through the artistic support and guidance of Denver’s indigenous community, shows the spiritual and cultural commonality that exists between Native American and African traditions. This little-known historic relationship between escaped African American slaves and those indigenous nations which quietly helped them on their way reveals a legacy of struggle that oftentimes resulted in the merging of these groups into family units, ushering in the birth of new cultural traditions. As spry as ever, this year’s “Granny” promises to once again dance its way into Denver’s hearts, reigniting the magic that has made it one of the city’s most beloved family traditions; a festive celebration of the spirit of the season that inspires audiences both young and old.
The Night Fair Before Christmas Historic Parkside Mansion | 1859 York Street, Denver, CO 80205 Friday, December 20, 2013 | 6-11 pm Urban Cipher and Kalina Ross Productions present “The Night Fair before Christmas: A Holiday Music, Art and Local Vendor Fair”, hosted by Ru Black. This event is open to the public, with a $5.00 suggested donation at the door. Kids are admitted for free! Raffle tickets will be for sale for $.50 each, giving guest the opportunity to win one of 20 awesome prizes!
Jack and Jill of America 30th Annual Beautillion Sheraton Downtown Denver | Address Sunday, December 22, 2013 This year 29 African-American high school seniors from the Denver metro area will be celebrated for their outstanding achievements in leadership, academics, athletics, and community service. The event will capture the essence of the theme, “A Brotherhood of Beaus,” as the Beaus have developed close bonds with each other and with Beau Alumni from the past 30 years through mentorship and community engagement. The event emcees are Dr. Ryan Ross, Dean of Student Development at Community College of Denver (a Beau in 1997); and Kyle Speller, Announcer and team Chaplain for the Denver Nuggets. For information and tickets, visit www.jack-and-jill-denver.org or email to Beautillion2013Dei@gmail. com.
More Than a Marketplace
It’s an Exciting Cultural Experience for Everyone to Enjoy Friday, 12.20.13 | 6- 9 pm Movie “Pray the Devil Back to Hell” and Shopping (Stairs required to access movie)
Saturday, 12.21.13 | 10 am - 9 pm Shop | Celebrate | Engage Local artisans, unique gifts and youth vendors.
Join our business network at www.UjamaaConnection.com | Call 720.234.4994 for more information Sponsored by: The Denver Foundation, Traylor Law Group, The Law Office of Cornell Johnson, P.C., Voices on Canvas, Denver Kwanzaa Committee and Cynthia Martin Designs
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Businesses & Services Along Welton Advertising and Marketing Commerce Kitchen 515 30th Street, Denver, CO 80205 (877) 299-9101
COmmunications Wireless Express 610 26th St., Denver, CO 80205 (303) 295-1788
Architecture and Interior Design Studiotrope 2942 Welton, Denver, CO 80205 (303) 308-1144
COmmuniTY DEVELOPMENT Civil Technology Inc. 2413 Washington, Denver, CO 80205 (303) 292-0348
Arts and Culture Black American West Museum 3091 California Street, Denver, CO 80205 (720) 242-7428 Blair-Caldwell African American Library 2401 Welton, Denver, CO 80205 (720) 865-2401
Five Points Business District 2444 Washington, Denver, CO 80205 (303) 832-5000 Spark Policy Institute 2717 Welton, Denver, CO 80205 (303) 455-1740
brother jeff’s Cultural Center 2836 Welton, Denver, CO 80205 (303) 297-0823
Dispensaries Alternative Medical Foods 2752 Welton, Denver, CO 80205 (303) 295-2425
Cleo Parker Robinson Dance 119 Park Avenue West, Denver, CO 80205 (303) 295-1759
Denver Kush Club 2615 Welton, Denver, CO 80205 (303) 736-6550
Stiles African American Heritage Center, Inc. 2607 Glenarm Place, Denver, CO 80205 (303) 294-0597
Engineering Triunity Engineering 2444 Washington St., 3rd Flr, Denver, CO 80205 (303) 953-0320
Automotive Courtesy Auto 728 East 26th Avenue, Denver, CO 80205 (303) 861-4417
Central Baptist Church 2400 California, Denver, CO 80205 (303) 292-6618
Wells Fargo 2559 Welton, Denver, CO 80205 (303) 297-7786
City Life Church 608 26th Street, Denver, CO 80205 (720) 989-1827
BaRBERs & Beauty Shops Dunbar Barber Shop 2844 Welton, Denver, CO 80205 Closed
Government Offices Denver Motor Vehicle Five Points Plaza 2736 Welton, Denver, CO 80205 (720) 865-4600
Franklin Stigers Afro Styling 2755 Welton, Denver, CO 80205 (303) 295-9055 Hope for a Change Beauty and Barber Shop 2737 Welton, Denver, CO 80205 (720) 434-9092 McGill’s 2843 Welton, Denver, CO 80205 Closed - See Article on page 3 Mr. Puff 2754 Welton, Denver, CO 80205 (720) 404-8154 New Look Barbers 2825 Welton, Denver, CO 80205 (303) 295-9192 BaRS Climax Lounge 2217 Welton, Denver, CO 80205 (303) 292-5483 M&M Bar 2621 Welton, Denver, CO 80205 (303) 295-0424 Cleaners C & B Cleaners & Hatters 2748 Welton, Denver CO 80205 (303) 297-9544 Coffee Shops Coffee at the Point 710 E 26th Ave Denver, CO 80205 (303) 955-2237 Purple Door Coffee 2962 Welton St Denver, CO 80205 (720) 515-6639
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Small Business Saturday is a day dedicated to supporting small businesses across the country. Founded by American Express in 2010, this day is celebrated every year on the Saturday after Thanksgiving. In 2013, Small Business Saturday was on November 30th. The campaign branded “Shop Small” provided an opportunity for small business
to take advantage of the marketing power of a large company to boost sales. Community members in Five Points rallied together to support Jackie Logan, owner of Neat Stuff at the Black Market. They are already contemplating how they can utilize the “Shop Small” campaign to support local businesses in a bigger way in 2014.
Faith Based Agape Christian Church 2501 California, Denver, CO 80205 (303) 296-2454
Banking US Bank 2701 Welton, Denver, CO 80205 (303) 296-4742
Five Points Beauty and Barber 2757 Welton, Denver, CO 80205 (303) 298-1078
Small Business Saturday at Neat Stuff
Health & Human Resources brother jeff’s Community Health Initiative 608 26th St., 2nd Floor, Denver, CO 80205 (303) 293-0024
Neat Stuff at the Black Market Featuring Unique Items for Every Occasion
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Healing Life’s Pains 2515 California St., Denver, CO 80205 (720) 275-3383 Hope Communities 2543 California, Denver, CO 80205 (303) 860-7747 Unification Point 2954 Welton St, Denver, CO 80205 (720) 984-1448 Insurance The Insurance Stop 2736 Welton St. #106, Denver, CO 80205 (303) 576-8000 Legal Services A Release Bail Bonding www.releasebonds.com (303) 523-4447 Cooper & Dorancy, LLC 3025 Welton, Denver, CO 80205 (303) 831-1021 Kiovsky and Duwaldt 2820 Welton, Denver, CO 80205 (303) 293-2300 Media Channel 12 2900 Welton, Denver, CO 80205 (303) 296-1212 Denver Weekly News 2937 Welton, Denver, 80205 (303) 292-5158
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Neat Stuff at the Black Market 2547 Welton, Denver, CO 80205 (303) 382-1337
Free Speech TV 2900 Welton, Denver CO 80205 (303) 442- 8445
Thrifty Treasures 2846 Welton, Denver, CO 80205 (303) 993-7701
KUVO 2900 Welton, Denver, CO 80205 (303) 480-9272
Uptown Market 2721 Welton, Denver, CO 80205 (303) 993-7701
Urban Spectrum Has relocated from Welton (303) 292 6446
Schools Tubman-Hilliard Global Academy 2741 Welton, Denver, CO 80205 (720) 542 8238
Real estate & Housing Public Realty 2608 Welton, Denver, CO 80205 (303) 295-2128 Wise-Harris Arms Apartment Complex 605 26th Avenue, Denver, CO 80205 (303) 296-7530 Retail & SERVICES Graham Crackers Antiques 2545 Welton, Denver, CO 80205
Venues Cervantes Masterpiece Ballroom 2637 Welton, Denver, CO 80205 (303) 297-1772 Youth Services Heart and Hand 2758 Welton, Denver, CO 80205 (303) 757-2368
Five Points & Northeast Denver Restaurants
Tom’s Cafe 800 E. 26th St., Denver, CO 80205 (303) 388-8035
What Happen to the Light Rail Station at 29th and Welton?
Coleman’s Diner 2622 Welton St., Denver, CO 80205 (303) 296-3389 Welton Street Cafe 2736 Welton St., Denver, CO 80205 (303) 308-0860
The Creamary 908 30th St., Denver, CO 80205 (303) 295-2404
A&A Fish 2896 Fairfax St., Denver, CO 80207 (303) 399-3730 Cora Fayes 2861 Colorado Blvd. Denver, CO 80207 (303) 333-5551 WT Snack Shop 5560 East 33rd Street Denver, Co 80207 (303) 329-0335
The light rail station at 29th and Welton Street was closed last January over concerns it was slowing down commute times along Welton. RTD officials claim that light rail trains are making better time since the closure. The station was in danger of permanent closure and demolition until an 8 to 7 vote at the end of October by the
Regional Transportation Board to keep it intact pending the completion of a conditions study to determine the future of the Welton Street Corridor. Board member Barbara Deadwyler was strongly in favor of its preservation, while others argue against it since it is unlikely to be reopened in the future.
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