I Messenger 2- 22

I MESSENGER NO 2 ISSUE 22 FEBRUARY 8, 2013

NO 2 ISSUE 22

BRINGING YOU ENLIGHTENING, EDUCATIONAL, EMPOWERING, INSPIRING, THOUGHT-PROVOKING INFORMATION

FEBRUARY 8, 2013

TRUE CHARACTER Araminta Harriet Ross PAGE 1

!

TUBMAN

!

!

I MESSENGER

NO 2 ISSUE 22

BRINGING YOU ENLIGHTENING, EDUCATIONAL, EMPOWERING, INSPIRING, THOUGHT-PROVOKING INFORMATION

Message to the People...

INSIDE I MESSENGER February 8, 2013

IMAJ 4

Ask Gwen 8

Debra Chambers 11

Black History with American Airlines 13

I MESSENGER Cheryl Smith, Publisher Established 2011 IMESSENGER is a tribute to Le Messager, founded by Cameroonian journalist Pius Njawe and The Messenger, an independent magazine, founded by labor activist A . Philip Randolph and economist Chandler Owen.

IM ESSENGER is committed to informing, inspiring, enlightening and provoking thought in a forum that is international. Submissions for publication consideration may be submitted to www.myimessenger.com.

PAGE 2

FEBRUARY 8, 2013

!

I’ve always loved reading stories about Harriet Tubman. She always seemed larger than life because she was strong when men were weak.

It was especially a joy for me to sit in class with one of her descendants, who was over 50 years older than I, back at Florida A&M University, in the late 1970s.

Just to share the same space with the relative of someone so dynamic, was an honor for me-- and actually the entire class, including the professor appeared to feel the same way.

Just saying the name “Harriet Tubman” gives me reason to pause. She is the epitome of “lifting as we climb.”

Cheryl Smith This valiant woman achieved her own freedom and went back to help others. She wasn’t content with gaining just her freedom, and that is admirable!

I love one of the most memorable quotes that is attributed to her: “I freed a thousand slaves. I could have freed a thousand more if only they knew they were slaves.”

Over a century later that profound statement is significant to me because even today we have people who will fight efforts to help them because they don’t understand what is really going on in their lives.

Harriet Tubman’s story should be shared with every young child. Her story will teach them how to resolve conflicts, honor commitments, overcome obstacles; and more.

Next week Congressional Members and Leadership from the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, National Organization for Women, National Urban League and the National Council of Negro Women will hold a press conference to advocate for passage of federal legislation that would create national historical parks – in both Maryland and New York – in honor of Harriet Ross Tubman, the prominent conductor of the Underground Railroad.

The Harriet Tubman National Historical Parks Act introduced in the 111th, 112th and 113th Congresses by U.S. Senator Ben Cardin, is a bill to establish two National Historical Parks.

The establishment of two national historical parks in honor of Harriet Tubman is an important economic and historical initiative for the Eastern Shore of Maryland and Auburn, New York. Economically, these parks would be significant new resource, bringing in substantial revenue to our communities and creating jobs. In addition, there is immense grassroots support for honoring freedom fighter and American hero Harriet Ross Tubman with two national parks in preparation for her March 10, 2013 centennial commemoration.

Hopefully you will support the effort. Too often the contributions of women are not given their just due.

What makes a true heroine: Share Harriet Tubman’s story.

Enough said!

!

!

Cheryl

I MESSENGER

NO 2 ISSUE 22

BRINGING YOU ENLIGHTENING, EDUCATIONAL, EMPOWERING, INSPIRING, THOUGHT-PROVOKING INFORMATION

FEBRUARY 8, 2013

Support UNCF

CHERYL’S WORLD

Happy Centennial Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

Tune in to Cheryl’s World on Blog Talk Radio, or call 646-200-0459 to hear informative, entertaining, enlightening and thought-provoking commentary and news with veteran journalist Cheryl Smith on Sundays at 8a.m. and Business Sense with Katina Potts on Mondays at 6p.m., Something Natural with aromatherapist Deborah Long Chambers on Tuesdays at 6p.m., Love A Natural Me with Yvette and Amy on Wednesdays at 6p.m., Young Generation Talk with Dareia Tolbert and Markel Slocumb on Thursdays at 6p.m., and See you at the Movies - with Jamille Bradfield on Fridays at 6p.m.

PAGE 3

!

!

!

I MESSENGER

NO 2 ISSUE 22

BRINGING YOU ENLIGHTENING, EDUCATIONAL, EMPOWERING, INSPIRING, THOUGHT-PROVOKING INFORMATION

It Has Begun! Legendary multi-platinum country artist Collin Raye tells everyone everywhere he goes, “Imaj is country’s next big star!” What makes Imaj such an amazing anomaly is that her mission has always been simply, “Peace & Love” — a movement that has been advocated since The Beatles, Johnny Cash, Janis Joplin and Michael Jackson…then along came Imaj to continue the Peace Movement.

What makes this so great is that Team Imaj has begun to expand her mission to not only spread world peace but to spread the awareness of Imaj and make the world a better place. You’ve heard the Breaking News: “IMAJ: Self-Titled Debut Album Set To Release This Summer/Fall!” We can’t

PAGE 4

!

FEBRUARY 8, 2013

wait for the release! And now…we’re joining hands nationwide. Join us at “Team Imaj” her official street team!

All you have to do is: 1. Click “Join Group” here http://www.facebook.com/groups/ 352164268186566/ 2. And register here: http://imaj.wufoo.com/forms/z7x3x5/ When you’re done please share the group on Facebook and be ready to have some fun!!!

For those sharing on Twitter: Please Tweet the following: #TeamImaj: IT HAS BEGUN. http://bit.ly/M4btHz (Please Re-

!

!

I MESSENGER

NO 2 ISSUE 22

BRINGING YOU ENLIGHTENING, EDUCATIONAL, EMPOWERING, INSPIRING, THOUGHT-PROVOKING INFORMATION

SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT...

Volunteering doesn't end with the New Year

By Ollie Besteiro, AARP Texas

We've just finished up with the biggest volunteer season of the year. Over Thanksgiving and Christmas, we collect blankets and coats, help out at soup kitchens, and give to our favorite charities. What happens when those holidays are over?

Valentine's Day is right around the corner.

How many make it a yearly tradition to volunteer on Valentine's Day? After the flowers, chocolates and dinners reserved for those closest to us: husband, wife, boyfriend, girlfriend, children...

When is there time to volunteer?

Outside the holiday season, it can be time consuming just finding ways to volunteer, not to mention finding ways to fit them into our busy schedules.

AARP's Create the Good is a great tool for anyone looking for ways to continue volunteering, but on a limited time budget. Activities found on createthegood.org take anywhere from 5 minutes, to 5 hours, to 5 days a week. More importantly, they’re all listed in one place.

For Valentine's Day, Create the Good suggests having a senior valentine. The day can be a lonely time for anyone who’s lost someone, and that population is largest among older Americans.

According to the Administration on Aging in 2009, 41% of women and 13% of men age 65+ were widowed. Why not invite a neighbor or co-worker to lunch who wouldn't otherwise have plans for the day?

If you’re a senior with no plans for Valentine's Day, grab some friends and organize a dinner or outing together. Volunteering is about bringing joy to others, no matter what day of the year it is.

Simple acts of volunteering create benefits for everyone. According to the Corporation for National and Community Service, those who volunteer have lower mortality rates, greater functional ability, and lower rates of depression later in life. Older volunteers receive even greater benefits from volunteering as the activity provides physical and social opportunities. Everyone can afford to be a little healthier.

Create the Good has ideas for a variety of people with different skill sets, time restraints and interests. Some examples that can be found on the website include offering to help a new mom in the neighborhood by watching the baby while she catches up on chores or simply takes some time to herself, escorting a senior to the grocery store, tutoring at an elementary school, or posting heart healthy tips on bulletin boards and social media.

As we move past the holiday season and settle back into work and school, check out ways you can use your talents to give back throughout the year. Knowing that you are helping others and improving your own health, why not make 2013 the year to volunteer?

Go to createthegood.org to learn more about ways to volunteer.

I MESSENGER wants you to SPEAK YOUR MIND! Is there something on your mind? Is there something we should be thinking about? Your thoughts are welcomed on the opinion pages of I MESSENGER! We would love to hear from you. Send your thoughts to us at www.myimessenger.com along with your photo, a contact number and a brief bio. Submissions should not exceed 300 words.

PAGE 5

!

FEBRUARY 8, 2013

Silence on anti-immigrant initiatives was good to hear

By Sen. Carlos Uresti

When Gov. Rick Perry laid out his goals for the 83rd Legislature in his State of the State address, he called for tax cuts, more school choice, infrastructure investment, a probusiness climate, and a rejection of Medicaid expansion called for by the Affordable Care Act. Important issues all. But just as important is what the governor left out of his biennial report to state lawmakers — any mention of sanctuary cities, Voter ID, or other legislative initiatives targeting Texas' growing Hispanic population.

The omission was welcome to lawmakers like me who fought hard in the last session against such measures.

When the 2011 session began, sanctuary cities and Voter ID were declared emergencies that required immediate attention.

Both houses passed the Voter ID bill and, later, redistricting plans that ignored the population gains of Latinos across Texas. Sanctuary cities

passed the Senate in a special session, but stumbled in the House.

The legislative victories of Voter ID and redistricting were short-lived, however. The courts rejected Voter ID as unconstitutional and ordered adjustments in the political boundaries that were used in the 2012 election.

Given the legislative majority's zeal to pass these measures two years ago, one might expect an aggressive attempt to reverse that 3-0 record in the current session. Fortunately, that doesn't appear to be the case. While these issues could still resurface, they are certainly not a priority.

With Texas' Hispanic population continuing to grow into a potent political force, it is not surprising that there is so little appetite this time for such divisive immigration proposals in the Legislature. Also, the 2012 election showed that minorities are already exerting their influence at the ballot box nationally, and polls indicate that most Americans are eager for immigration reform that's not just strict, but also fair and compassionate.

There is a growing realization that Hispanics in Texas are not going to

listen to a wider Republican message that is tainted with the anti-immigrant attitude that pervaded the last legislative session.

Steve Munisteri, chairman of the Republican Party of Texas, recently told The Dallas Morning News: “If somebody thinks you don’t like them because of their race or ethnic background, it doesn’t matter if they agree with you on 99 out of 100 issues. They’re not going to vote for you. We have adopted a change in tone, hopefully, and a reexamination of how we were messaging, and we did that way before the election.”

As chairman of the Senate Hispanic Caucus, I welcome that change of tone, even if it was spurred by nothing more than political necessity. It will make it easier for lawmakers of both parties to come together on a whole range of important issues as the session proceeds.

A good deal of the governor's State of the State address was great to hear, but when he didn't raise those issues that are so offensive to Hispanics, the silence was golden.

Improving Our Brain Health

By Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson

Scientists tell us that the brain is the most important component of the human body. It determines the rate of our heartbeats, our mobility, our sight, our memories, our speech patterns and a number of other significant functions. When there is no longer any brain activity, the human body is declared clinically dead.

Perhaps the most significant institution in the country that studies the human brain is the Center for Brain Health within the University of Texas at Dallas system, located at 2200 West Mockingbird Lane. There researchers are studying how the brain functions and the roots of its learning process, how to protect the brain from disabling diseases, how to restore brain function once damage has occurred and methods to construct healthier brains.

During a meeting with its founder and chief director, Dr. Sandra Chapman, members of my staff and I learned that the Center was working with three major groups that are crucial to the wellness of our society.

They are soldiers returning from battle, school children and senior citizens.

Soldiers are being taught how to make smooth transitions from activities on battlefields. Emphasis is placed on teaching them how to become successful and productive members of civilian society.

A program titled “teen smart” demonstrates to young people how to think critically, and suggests paths that prepare them for the future. The program for seniors helps them to develop skills that assist with decision making, and identifies ways to recognize and divert cognitive decline.

The Center’s programs are not only important for North Texas, but are relevant and necessary for the entire nation. They give us hope. The focus of the scientific research at the Center includes autism, strokes, brain injury, attention deficit

disorder, addictions, post-traumatic stress, and Alzheimer’s disease.

Funding from the stimulus package passed by Congress has enabled the Center to conduct important and necessary research.

Most recently the Center’s highly regarded Medical Science Director, Dr. John Hart, published a study in the Journal of the American Medical Association that is helpful to the National Football League and its players. Under his leadership, the Center has launched an institute for professional athletes that researches brain health issues associated with sports related brain injuries.

There is no other place in the country, I believe, where the intracacies of the brain are being studied and researched like they are at the Center for Brain Health. Before long scientists from across the world will be coming to the Center to witness and emulate its programs.

This amazing facility is located in the Congressional District that I am proud to represent, and I encourage all of you to become familiar with the vital work that it is doing.

The opinions expressed by columnists are not necessarily those of I MESSENGER.

Every manuntil hasa adesignated right to month his own opinion. Every race has a right Don’t wait to its own to go action; to the doctor-therefore let no man persuade you against your Cancer, hypertension, blood clots, kidney disease and will, let no other race influence you against your own. other ills are not paying attention to a calendar and neither should you!

Hon. Marcus Mosiah Garvey !

!

I MESSENGER

NO 2 ISSUE 22

BRINGING YOU ENLIGHTENING, EDUCATIONAL, EMPOWERING, INSPIRING, THOUGHT-PROVOKING INFORMATION

FEBRUARY 8, 2013

Celebrating our heritage!

PAGE 6

!

!

!

I MESSENGER

NO 2 ISSUE 22

BRINGING YOU ENLIGHTENING, EDUCATIONAL, EMPOWERING, INSPIRING, THOUGHT-PROVOKING INFORMATION

FEBRUARY 8, 2013

CHERYL’S WORLD Tune in to Cheryl’s World on Blog Talk Radio, or call 646-200-0459 to hear informative, entertaining, enlightening and thought-provoking commentary and news with veteran journalist Cheryl Smith on Sundays at 8a.m. and Katina Potts on Mondays at 6p.m., aromatherapist Deborah Long Chambers on Tuesdays at 6p.m., Love A Natural Me with Yvette and Amy on Wednesdays at 6p.m., Young Generation Talk with Dareia Tolbert and Markel Slocumb on Thursdays at 6p.m., and See you at the Movies - with Jamille Bradfield on Fridays at 6p.m.

PAGE 7

!

!

!

I MESSENGER

NO 2 ISSUE 22

BRINGING YOU ENLIGHTENING, EDUCATIONAL, EMPOWERING, INSPIRING, THOUGHT-PROVOKING INFORMATION

Ask Gwen My boyfriend wants me to help him buy our house!

Dear Gwendolyn: I have been going with a man for eight years. He has not yet proposed, but wants me to help him buy ‘our’ house. He says that because he is not divorced, it would not be wise for him to put my name on the deed.

Gwendolyn, since I have put eight years into this relationship, do you think I should stay in it – or dissolve the relationship 100%? I want to be happy like other women who are married, but I don’t want to continue being dangled on a string. We met when I was 19. Now at 27 I think I should move on. He tells me I cannot get someone else.

Juanita Dear Juanita: Do not allow yourself to be stomped into the ground by the foolish sayings of a man – no man.

Allow me to share a story with you: There was a young lady who lived in our neighborhood who was excited about moving into a house her boyfriend had just purchased. He had her to pick out the furniture – down to the carpet on the floor and the draperies at the windows. Then, guess what…on moving day, he moved another woman into that house. The girl had a breakdown and was put into the state mental hospital facility. Last I heard she was still there and that has been years ago. Please, do not be that girl. Love can hurt so much until sometimes a woman (or a hurt man) just can’t take it.

Let me tell you this: You were not thinking. You state he is married. In that case Juanita, why haven’t you let him go? He may never get a divorce and if he does, like the lady in the neighborhood, you may not be his choice. Think about it. Men misuse women every day. I see they have gone from the three short words of “I love you” to the three letter one word of — our. (Copyright © 2012 by Gwendolyn L. Baines)

Basic Fitness Class for Senior Adults Every Monday & Wednesday 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Located in the Banquet Area SWING CLASSES at the Wild Wild West!

Every Tuesday & Thursday Evening 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

FWBC Banquet Area WALKING GROUP SATURDAY MORNINGS TIME: 8:00 A.M. | Location: FWBC Zumba TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM AT FWBC BOOT CAMP FITNESS EVERY 2nd & 4th SATURDAY MORNINGS - TIME 7:00 A.M. All classes are free of charge No experience necessary Adults of all ages and skill levels are welcome For more information please contact sports@friendshipwest.org or (214) 861-0457 !

Bishop Jakes receives Emmy Award for ex-offenders initiative Feature on anti-recidivism program wins in Public Affairs Category – Bishop T.D. Jakes, senior pastor of The Potter’s House was recognized with an Emmy Award from the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, Lone

employment, housing, education, family reunification, health care and spiritual guidance. Since its inception, T.O.R.I. has served more than 7,000 formerly incarcerated individuals returning to Texas.

The 2013 graduation ceremonies will be held on Sunday, March 17 at The Potter’s House.

For more information, go to

***Got a problem? Don’t solve it alone.

Write to Gwendolyn Baines at: P. O. Box 10066, Raleigh, NC 27605-0066 (to receive a reply send a self-addressed stamped envelope) or email her at: gwenbaines@hotmail.com or visit her website at: www.gwenbaines.com

FAITH FITNESS IS BACK! PLEASE JOIN FRIENDSHIP-WEST AS WE PRESENT

PAGE 8

FEBRUARY 8, 2013

Star Chapter for a segment that featured the Texas Offenders Reentry Initiative (T.O.R.I.). The annual awards gala was held last fall at Cowboys Stadium, where Jakes along with a team of producers and writers, won big in the category of Public/Current/ Community Affairs – Feature/ Segment.

While T. D. Jakes served as the executive producer, the award was a collaborative effort for coexecutive producer, Tony Scott of The Potter’s House; producer, Sara Madsen Miller and writer, Bryan Pierre with 1820 Productions; and T.O.R.I. executive director, Tina Naidoo also a member of Bishop Jakes’ staff.

Founded in December 2004

by T.D. Jakes, Texas Offenders Reentry Initiative is an intensive 12month case management program that offers six core services: !

www.medc-TORI.org.The Lone Star Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences serves all 19 television markets in Texas, and includes members from TV-related fields including: news and non-news broadcasting; production; post production; education; advertising; and public relations.

Based in Dallas, the chapter is committed to encouraging and recognizing high levels of professional achievement through the annual presentation of the prestigious regional EMMY Awards.

The 2012 awards program was attended by more than 600 people who celebrated the evening on the field at Cowboys Stadium.

To view this Emmy awardwinning feature, visit http:// vimeo.com/33304519.

!

I MESSENGER

BRINGING YOU ENLIGHTENING, EDUCATIONAL, EMPOWERING, INSPIRING, THOUGHT-PROVOKING INFORMATION

NO 2 ISSUE 22

FEBRUARY 8, 2013

ANYONE CAN RECEIVE A GRANT IF YOU KNOW THE SECRET! Billions of grant dollars are given away each year to individuals and businesses

by Foundations, Non-Profit organizations, Private Corporations and individuals.

To learn how to get your share of the billions of grant dollars awarded every year go to:

• College funding • Paying off existing student loan debt • Paying off credit card debt • Paying off a mortgage • Supplementing retirement • Purchasing a home • Starting a business • Church funding & building expansion • Paying off judgments • Eliminate Bankruptcies (Chapters: 7,8.11 & 13) • Any legal financial need…

DLC Aromatherapy 972.501.9470 www.livingcomfortably.com

Affordable Natural Healing Products % 0 0 1

al r u t Na

Anyone can receive a grant if you know the secret to applying and how to access the grant providers. If you are interested in receiving a grant, let me show you how. Send an email to: clsgrant1@aol.com

WALGREENS DELIVERS YOUR PRESCRIPTIONS FREE!!!

Are you tired of trying to find relatives, or friends to pick up your medication for you...?

Constantly depending on different people with your money to bring your prescription back to you????

Call the Walgreen's store NOW and let them know you are interested in getting your medication delivered to you.

You can set up payments for your prescription with...

• •

3URYHQ 5HOLHI of

Joint and Muscle Aches Hot Flashes Tension Headaches Fatigue Tired, achy feet Restless Sleep

As discussed on =YWO^RSXQ 8K^_\KV|

blog talkradio www.blogtalkradio.com

Aromatherapy That Works!

PAGE 9

!

•

Credit Card, Medicare/ Medicaid Insurance (Some insurances doesn't cover entire retail price of your prescription, that will be discuss with pharmacy tech Cash on date when its delivered to you

Three locations to serve you: ! ! !

5001 Ross Ave. Dallas, Texas 75206 (214) 370-8747 1104 S. Westmoreland Dallas, Texas 75211 (214) 467-3540 2045 Broadway Garland Texas 75041 (972) 864-1608 !

!

I MESSENGER

NO 2 ISSUE 22

BRINGING YOU ENLIGHTENING, EDUCATIONAL, EMPOWERING, INSPIRING, THOUGHT-PROVOKING INFORMATION

Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson introduces the National Nurse Act of 2013 Washington, DC – Congresswoman Eddie Bernice

Runner’s Revelations offers running and walking clinics in South Dallas Registration Begins for The Get Fit Running and Walking Clinics at Fair Park

Johnson has introduced the bipartisan National Nurse Act of 2013.

The National Nurse Act of 2013 would designate the Chief Nurse Officer of the U.S. Public Health Service as the “National Nurse for Public Health.” The National Nurse for Public Health would function alongside the Surgeon General and focus on health promotion, improving - Runner’s Revelations is offering Get Fit Running and Walking Clinic on February 16 through March 2, 2013 from 6:30 to 8:30 a.m.

Three clinics will be held at the same time each Saturday at the State Fair Park Ground, 3809 Grand Ave. Monisha “Coach Moe” Randolph and her experienced staff will coach athletes on how to take their running regimen to the next level

healthcare literacy, and reducing health disparities.

“As the first registered nurse in Congress, I know from experience how nurses play a critical role in health promotion and disease prevention,” said Congresswoman Johnson.

“Chronic illnesses such as diabetes, cancer, and heart disease threaten the health of so many Americans. and walkers will learn the fundamentals of running.

Running and walking clinics will engage adults of all ages, on how to incorporate running into a fitness regimen and/or weight management program. Athletes gain insight on sharpening their running form, improve their running mechanics, pace control, nutrition and hydration.

Through these clinics participants discover a meaningful

FEBRUARY 8, 2013

“The National Nurse for Public Health would raise awareness about what each of us can do to prevent illness while improving our own health and that of our families.”

The National Nurse Act of 2013, co-led by Congressman Peter King (R-NY), has gained the support of 30 original cosponsors.

place where they are encouraged to live healthy lifestyles, build friendships and celebrate their accomplishments together.

Registration is limited to ensure the coach to athlete ratio remains manageable. Once the roster is full, registration will close and there will be no waiting list.

For more information contact info@runnersrevelations.com or 1-800-786-1748.

amille Bradfield

or

HAPPY 100TH ANNIVERSARY DELTA SIGMA THETA SORORITY, INC 1913 - 2013 PAGE 10

!

!

!

I MESSENGER

NO 2 ISSUE 22

BRINGING YOU ENLIGHTENING, EDUCATIONAL, EMPOWERING, INSPIRING, THOUGHT-PROVOKING INFORMATION

FEBRUARY 8, 2013

Something Natural with Deborah Chambers

Making Aromatherapy part of your daily Health Maintenance Routine The best defense to disease is maintaining a constant offense of ridding your personal space of bacteria, viruses, and the like.

Aromatherapy is one of the most natural, ways to achieve and maintain a healthier environment.

When incorporated as a part of your daily routine it can lead to faster healing of skin abrasions, fewer colds, faster relief of tension headaches, and many other physical conditions.

Aromatherapy is a natural, noninvasive approach that helps the whole person and assists the body's natural ability to balance and maintain itself through the use of essential oils. It has been used for thousands of years and is the basis for modern day pharmacology. Essential oils are the natural extracts obtained from aromatic plants. They have antiinflammatory, pain relieving, as well as anti-bacterial properties to name a few.

It is widely recognized as an extremely effective form of complementary medicine, and is in no way intended to replace the treatment of a licensed medical practitioner.

It involves both the inhalation of soothing aromas and the dermal absorption of aromatic plant essences. As tissues relax, circulation is improved. Improved circulation allows the body to function more efficiently, thereby creating the best defense to PAGE 11

!

disease and unhealthy environments.

Circulation, particularly in the hands and feet, can be a problem for the aging.

Geranium blended with a base oil can be used as an effective body rub to strengthen and support the circulatory system. Massage from the hands to the elbow and from the foot to the knee.

Rosemary essential oil can be used to encourage concentration and focus. Fresh rosemary has a pleasant aroma that stimulates as well as provides healing to the bronchial passages. Eucalyptus has long-been known to provide relief to blocked sinuses. It is also an effective disinfectant that can even be used in the laundry!

Getting a good night’s sleep plays a major role in a good health maintenance routine.

Lavender actually causes your brain to trigger the production of serotonin, the body’s natural response to relaxation. Lightly misting sheets and pillowcases with true (not synthetic) lavender linen water before retiring almost assures a restful sleep with a refreshed morning wake-up.

These are just a few of the many ways that aromatherapy can be incorporated into your everyday health maintenance routine. The important point is that it is completely natural.

In today’s world of synthetic and smells-justlike-the-real-thing products, the simple natural approach to your health is one that will give your body all it needs to win the battle of disease and discomfort.

For more information, call (972) 871-7441 Deborah Long Chambers, Certified Aromatherapist CEO, Designs for Living Comfortably www.aromaticscents.com !

!

I MESSENGER

NO 2 ISSUE 22

BRINGING YOU ENLIGHTENING, EDUCATIONAL, EMPOWERING, INSPIRING, THOUGHT-PROVOKING INFORMATION

NAACP mourns loss of Activist Anita McNeil (Wilson, NC) – The national office of the NAACP was informed by the North Carolina NAACP State Conference that Anita McNeil, the wife of John McNeil and the biggest advocate for his freedom from an unjust murder sentence, passed away this Saturday.

Anita McNeil was fighting her second bout with cancer. She had continued traveling and speaking out for her husband’s freedom even as she underwent chemotherapy. Anita last saw her husband in September 2012, when she was able to spend three hours with him, eighteen months after their previous visit. “Anita’s love for her husband knew no limits, and she was relentless in her campaign for his freedom,� stated NAACP Chairman Roslyn M. Brock. “Even as she battled illness she shone with the radiance of her righteous cause. Her energy was enough to reduce an audience to tears and then lift them back up again determined to join her fight to secure justice for her husband John McNeil.� “Anita was a woman of boundless faith,� stated NAACP President and CEO Benjamin Todd Jealous. “She had no doubt that the arc of the universe would bend toward justice for her husband. We will carry on the torch of her passion and double down on our demand for John McNeil’s freedom.�

FEBRUARY 8, 2013

“Our warrior sister, Anita, has transitioned to be with God,� stated NAACP North Carolina State Conference President Rev. Dr. William J. Barber II. “I had just prayed with her and the family. We told her we all loved her and were better because we knew her. She could not talk back, but I'm confident she heard it in the spirit. Now as she reigns with the angels, let us imitate her courage and strength and commitment to do right until our day comes.� “This is a sad day,� stated NAACP Georgia State Conference President Edward Dubose. “Anita spent her later years with a singular dedication to righting the wrong that had been done to her husband. She would have wanted us to continue her virtuous campaign.

Though we lost a brave soul this weekend, we are dedicating to freeing that soul’s counterpart here on Earth, John McNeil.�

In 2006, McNeil was convicted for shooting Brian Epp on his property after Mr. Epp threatened his son with a box cutter and charged at John, with the weapon in his pocket. The investigating officers concluded that McNeil did not commit a crime, but 294 days after the incident McNeil was charged with murder and sentenced to life in prison.

The campaign for John McNeil’s freedom was begun by his local NAACP branch in Wilson, NC, which convinced the North Carolina NAACP, Georgia NAACP State Conference, Cobb County NAACP and national NAACP to take up the fight.

More than 40 years ago, Bailey's Furniture started out as a small, local antique store. Over the years, we have grown and expanded our inventory and services. Now we offer beautiful contemporary and traditional furniture, as well as design services.

Some of the things we offer include:

12 Months no interest (subject to credit approval) 90 Days Same as cash financing 45 Day Price match guarantee 6 Month Layaway

Whether for the home or office, you will find everything you need at Bailey's Furniture of Dallas, Texas.

Simple accessories, decorative accents, and full-size furniture and room collections make us the place to go for all your decorating needs.

Located at 3910 W Camp Wisdom Rd. Dallas, TX 75237 Hours of Operation: (' 25 +# 2 & 5 ) & 4 -.+ 2 & 5 ) & Telephone:

Fax:

Visit our Website: Baileysfurnituresite.com

PAGE 12

!

!

!

I MESSENGER

NO 2 ISSUE 22

PAGE 13

BRINGING YOU ENLIGHTENING, EDUCATIONAL, EMPOWERING, INSPIRING, THOUGHT-PROVOKING INFORMATION

!

!

!

FEBRUARY 8, 2013

I MESSENGER

NO 2 ISSUE 22

BRINGING YOU ENLIGHTENING, EDUCATIONAL, EMPOWERING, INSPIRING, THOUGHT-PROVOKING INFORMATION

In our library Comic book features Eartha Kitt

Spinning off from the popular “The Misadventures of Adam West” & “The Secret Lives of Julie Newmar” comic book series comes the newest in the series of adventures featuring iconic Eartha Kitt.

Working with her estate, “Eartha Kitt: Femme Fatale“ which will be out this week. The quarterly series is an all ages adventure featuring the legend.

From the same universe as the Adam West, Julie Newmar and Dirk Benedict series, Eartha Kitt is on holiday, searching for the purrfect wave. When suddenly???

Well we won't spoil the surprise. But in the tradition of DC Nation and all good things for all ages comes Eartha Meets The Gorgon, the first in a series of adventures. Eartha Meets The Gorgon is the long anticipated return to good clean fun.

Written by New York Times Bestselling Author Marc Shapiro, who also penned the

Julie Newmar series “Eartha Kitt: Femme Fatale“ will be out this week. "This series has been have been so much fun to do," said Shapiro. "And it is an homage to the kinds of stories that first appeared in the mid-60's.”

“We have a couple more surprises with the ICONS brand that we will be announcing soon.

One is another ongoing series featuring another pop culture hero who is writing the book himself. I promise you will see some more team-ups with them too in the future.”

The print version is available at only Comic Book Flea Market. To order the book please click here: http://bit.ly/Y6oDHl The amazing Ogaz did the art and cover.

To find out more about the legendary Eartha Kitt go to her website: http:// www.earthakitt.com It will also be available digitally at locations such as these: Wowio, ComiXology, DriveThru Comics, Google Play, My Digital Comics, Overdrive, Iverse, iTunes, Kindle, Wowio, Nook, Kobo and wherever eBooks are sold.

NEW E-BOOK, "SON OF KENYA (OBAMA'S MOTHERLAND)"

deaths awaited anyone not obeying the government.

This new e-book illustrates Kenyans, who voiced for free elections and democracy under a dictatorship while President Jomo Kenyatta (known and referred to in Kenya as "The Big Man") ruled Kenya. Turner explores the assassinations of Tom Mboya, Barack Obama Sr., and many others

According to the e-book, the children at the Orphanage School taught the author about the Barack Obama legend (Son of Kenya) to help his rehabilitation and memory function again. The e-book explores the legacy of Tom Mboya, who the author feels was Africa's Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Mr. Mboya was gunned down at noontime, downtown, in broad daylight,

FEBRUARY 8, 2013

by an assassin wearing tribal Kikuyu attire.

According to the e-book, Mboya's faithful friend, Barack Obama Sr., was near the assassination and his honest testimony, what he had seen, at the trial hearings ended his political career. This caused several hit and run assassination attempts on his life. The author discusses the large cloud of suspicion around the hit and run accident, that finally killed him.

Turner poses a number of questions: What did Obama see?

Why did Obama's court testimony infuriate President Jomo Kenyatta of Kenya and get him fired? Who were the responsible person(s) for his assassination?

In addition to the e-book, he is now accepting "donations" to help orphan schools in Kenya. He comments, "No contribution is too small or too big because the orphanage needs clothes, books, supplies, food, and water."

Interested ones can make a donation by going to http:// sono(enya.wordpress.com The e-book "Son of Kenya (Obama's Motherland)" is available for purchase online at: Amazon.com - http://dld.bz/ cbfn2 BarnesandNoble.com http://dld.bz/cb)h. Turner is also the author of the following ebooks: Minorities Deceived, Kenya Rehabilitation, The New Plumbing Guide, and Plumber Speaks.

-- Author sees injustices in elections and voting in Kenya, Africa --- In his new e-book, "Son of Kenya (Obama's Motherland)", author Sherman Turner was inspired to write about his experience facing many unique types of discrimination in America, and then compare his African experience in Kenya under a dictatorship, where he witnessed that there were no free elections or free voting because assassination

Support Black -owned bookstores

Texas MetroNews

Support the Black Press GARLAND

JOURNAL Send your books for review to: Cheryl Smith, 320 S. R.L. Thornton Freeway, Suite 220, Dallas, TX 75203 PAGE 14

!

ELITENEWS !

!

I MESSENGER

NO 2 ISSUE 22

BRINGING YOU ENLIGHTENING, EDUCATIONAL, EMPOWERING, INSPIRING, THOUGHT-PROVOKING INFORMATION

FEBRUARY 8, 2013

AFT Executive Council endorses Bar-like Assessment for Teachers Washington—American Federation of Teachers President Randi Weingarten released the following statement on the AFT executive council’s adoption of the recent report issued by the AFT Teacher Preparation Task Force, “Raising the Bar: Aligning and Elevating Teacher Preparation and the Teaching Profession.”

“The world is changing at breakneck speed, and so are the knowledge and skills educators need so they can help students be prepared for life, career and college. That’s where the AFT’s task force report “Raising the Bar” comes in—to accomplish our work, we must raise the professional standards for teachers and align them with what kids need to succeed in the 21st century. It’s well past time to end the sorry tradition of tossing brand-new teachers the keys to their classrooms and leaving them to see if they and their students sink or swim. This is unfair to both students and their teachers.

“Teaching, like the medical, legal and other professions, must have a universal, rigorous, multidimensional entry assessment to ensure that a new teacher possesses the required knowledge and skills to be a caring, competent and confident classroom professional. The report outlines such an assessment’s components, which include completing a yearlong clinical experience, knowing one's content and basic teaching skills—like classroom management and differentiating instruction—and

demonstrating that knowledge in real-life clinical classroom situations. It makes clear this ‘bar-like’ process is for prospective teachers and in lieu of, rather than in addition to, the processes that exist today.

“As in these other professions, those with the primary responsibility for setting and enforcing the standards of our profession should be the professionals themselves—in our case, educators, not those who haven’t taught or prepared teachers and have never walked in our shoes.

“All stakeholders—teachers and teacher educators, state education chiefs and education boards, accrediting agencies, and education associations and unions—must help end the patchwork processes we have now.

We must work together to ensure that teacher preparation standards, programs and assessments are aligned with a well-grounded vision of effective teaching.

“After a great discussion, the AFT officers and executive council embraced the report’s recommendations and agenda for action. AFT teachers and teacher educators will now move forward with other invested parties as we work with the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards to design the standards and assessment prescribed by the report.

Development and implementation of this assessment will give educators at all levels real ownership of their profession.”

Delta Sigma Theta, Sorority Inc., 2013 Centennial Torch Events January 13, 2013 – March 31, 2013— (OPEN TO PUBLIC) The Delta Legacy Exhibition at the African American Museum will highlight nearly 90 years of service of Deltas in the Dallas/Ft. Worth Metroplex, provide information about National Founders fromTexas: Frederica Chase Dodd of Dallas, Jessie McGuire Dent of Galveston, and Myra Davis Hemmings of San Antonio; and chronicle the Delta Airlines Flight 191 that crashed killing and injuring members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. who were arriving for the 38th National Convention in Dallas.

Saturday, February 23, 2013 – 9:00- 11:00 AM (OPEN TO PUBLIC) Be Fired Up-STEM Activities for Youth— at the University of Texas – Richardson Campus, will engage a 100 students in challenging activities at technology expo.

Saturday, February 23, 2013 -- 6:00 PM – (OPEN TO PUBLIC) The Light That Guides Us Must Shine On – As part of a 22 city Centennial Torch tour that began, January 1, 2013, a custom crafted Centennial Torch arrives in Dallas. The Dallas Torch Lighting Ceremony at the Fairmont Hotel will honor the 22 Founders and feature long tenured Sorors and Charter members of each of the DFW chapters in the ceremony.

Saturday, February 23, 2013 – 7:00 PM – (OPEN TO PUBLIC) The Light That Guides Us Must Shine On – The Five-Point Program Displays of the participating DFW chapters will be featured at the Fairmont Hotel, Regency Ballroom Saturday, February 23, 2013 – 9:00 PM – (OPEN TO PUBLIC) The Light That Guides Us Must Shine On—Centennial Gala- Regency Ballroom, Fairmont Hotel. Subscription event -- *$75 per person. Agenda will feature live entertainment, recognition of 25 and 50 year Honorees, and visual presentation of 100 years in 25-year segments.

Sunday, February 24, 2013 – 10:00 AM – (OPEN TO PUBLIC) To God Be The Glory – Gospel Brunch Lone Star Ballroom, Sheraton Hotel. Subscription event -- *$50 per person. The program will feature Bishop Vashti McKenzie, a member of Delta Sigma Theta, as the keynote speaker and the extinguishing of the TORCH. *$100 subscription will allow participants to attend the Centennial Gala and Gospel Brunch.

PAGE 15

!

!

!

I MESSENGER

NO 2 ISSUE 22

BRINGING YOU ENLIGHTENING, EDUCATIONAL, EMPOWERING, INSPIRING, THOUGHT-PROVOKING INFORMATION

Mark your calendar Artwork of George Cephus, Jr.

"The Diaspora: From The Motherland to the Homeland" Featuring George Cephus, Jr., Willie James Johnson and Murielle White February 1-28, 2013 Irving Arts Center - Main Gallery 3333 N. MacArthur Blvd.

Irving, TX Admission: FREE

ARTIST RECEPTION: February 2, 2013, 5pm - 7pm Main Gallery Admission: FREE

Come out and meet the artists.

8:00 p.m. @ Doubletree Hotel 1981 N. Central Expressway @ Campbell Road Richardson, Texas 75080

***

Tickets: $50.00 - Attire: Black Tie Evening Includes: Live Entertainment – Dinner For tickets, send check or money order to: NAACP Garland Attention: Gwen Daniels PO Box 460944 - Garland, TX 75046-0944 Ticket sales end on February 12, 2013 For more information, call the NAACP: 972.381.5044, Voice Box 5

Amateur swing out competition fund-raiser.

Muhammad’s Mosque #48 Martin Luther King Blvd. Dallas Qualifying Round is this Saturday at 7pm at the mosque.

Final competition is March 9th. $25 Registration and $10 spectator admission. ** Heart to Heart will be held from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the Methodist Charlton Medical Center Auditorium, located in the Outpatient Center. Free parking is conveniently available in the parking garage and surface parking lots. Methodist Charlton is located at 3500 W. Wheatland Rd., intersection of I-20 and Highway 67.

*******

February 9 Live the Dream - EXPO (people with disabilities) http:// www.marchforrespect.org/ Live the Dream - Expo Time: 10:30 am – 2:30 pm Curtis Culwell Center (Formerly the Garland ISD Special Events Center) 4999 Naaman Forest Boulevard Garland, Texas 75040

^^^^^

February 16 ALLREADY Book Signing 11AM, Author Edward Harris at Pan African Connection Bookstore and Resource Center *****

******** Pens and Pancakes Writers Workshop The Dock Bookshop 6637 Meadowbrook Dr in Fort Worth, TX 76112 www.thedockbookshop.com

FEBRUARY 8, 2013

Lupus: Learning and Living program from 1to 4 p.m. at the Dallas Marriott Suites Medical/Market Center. Register at learningandlivingtx.eventbrite.com/#

February 10 FIRST SUNDAY’s GOSPEL SHOWCASE AND BUFFET Center City Grille/3316 Merrilee Dr.( Arlington, Tx.) 76011 We hope you can join us for an afternoon of Smooth Gospel Jazz, Mime, Spoken Word, Clean Comedy, Delicious Dinner Buffet, Chocolate Fountain, Dessert Bar, FREE Door Prizes...and Much More....

Plus a Special Musical Guest from this years BET's Sunday Best Show "Jackie Bonner Calhoun" February's Show will be Hosted by Cedric Bailey National Gospel Radio host & V.P. of Rejoice Radio Network, and Lady Wanda Bell Radio Personality on www.rejoice1110.com Save $10 with advanced tickets at: firstsunday.eventbrite.com or $25 at door!

TXA 21 TO AIR THE BLACK ACADEMY OF ARTS AND LETTERS ANNUAL SPECIAL TXA 21 will broadcast The Black Academy of Arts and Letters’ 30th Annual Black Music and the Civil Rights Movement Concert on Saturday, Feb. 16 from 7 to 9 p.m. and again on Sunday, Feb. 17 from Noon to 2 p.m.

The concert is emceed by CBS 11 News Anchor Sharrie Williams and co-hosted by CBS 11’s Adrienne Bankert and Steve Pickett. It features GRAMMY Award-winning artist Erykah Badu, along with the 200-voice TBAAL concert choir and dancers. The program incorporates music, narration, and dance in a tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and the civil rights movement.

The television special also includes vignettes with local dignitaries and celebrities including Badu, Dallas Mayor Mike Rawlings, Dallas Mayor Pro Tem Pauline Medrano and former Dallas Cowboy Everson Walls.

**Author Michael Larnard II Book Signing Event TIME: 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Black History Celebration

WHERE: White Rhino Coffee, 230 West Belt Line Road Cedar Hill, TX 75104

Storytelling @ The Library 1:00pm-3:00pm Welcome by Mayor Pro Tem Rodney Davis Decee Cornish Urban griot, author, historian, writer, Decee tells stories to all ages. His stories of history and culture will enrich any multicultural program. Often called the "Urban Aesop," his tales entertain and teach. Drumming, music and fun for all.

Also Performing: *Love & Grace Community Church Choir On Display: *A.C. New National History Day Project Exhibit Free Refreshments!

Balch Springs Library-Learning Center Auditorium 12450 Elam Rd. Balch Springs, TX 75180

WHAT: Larnard, a resident of Mansfield, TX, will be available to sign copies of his book, Nine Eleven.

What would have happened on September 11th if the CIA had followed through on the tips and clues leading up to the greatest attack in American history? Many Americans would like to change the deeds that led to this fateful day. Michael C. Larnard II explores the alternate result that could have been achieved had a black ops unit intercepted those responsible and made them pay for past crimes. This brutal rewrite of Nine Eleven details the sadistic actions of those who assaulted the innocent and plotted the attack. Consider the possible outcome had a mission been carried out that thwarted the planned assault and achieved just another success that went unknown to Americans. ********

*****

February 11

1pm to 3pm at Southwest Center Mall (Main Stage) , DFW Biz Book and the Oak Cliff Community Development Corp will recognize 50 African American owned businesses for the: NATIONAL AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORY MONTH, 2013

BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

****** Grambling State University Marching Band to perform at halftime for our annual African American Heritage Night.

After party on the Platinum Level at the AAC (Audi Club) post game with DJ Ro Parrish.

Game Date:, MAVs vs. Golden State Ticket prices: $17 (discounted internally to $14) $3 per ticket sold – upper level $33 (discounted internally to $27) $6 per ticket sold – upper level $79 (discounted internally to $71) $8 per ticket sold – platinum $84 (discounted internally to $76) $8 per ticket sold - lower level corners PAGE 16

!

Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson hosts Prayer breakfast to focus on strengthening the efforts of religious institutions and faith communities that are serving the poverty-stricken in Dallas KEYNOTE SPEAKER: Bishop Vashti McKenzie TIME: 9:00 a.m. CST/ WHERE: Baylor Diabetes Health and Wellness Institute at Juanita J. Craft Recreation Center 4500 Spring Avenue, Dallas, TX 75210

February 15 The NAACP Garland Branch Hosts Its 13th Annual Winter Ball “Recognizing Musicians & Directors of Our Churches”

Runner’s Revelations is offering Get Fit Running and Walking Clinic on February 16 through March 2, 2013 from 6:30 to 8:30 a.m. Three clinics will be held at the same time each Saturday at the State Fair Park Ground, 3809 Grand Ave. Monisha “Coach Moe” Randolph and !

!

I MESSENGER

BRINGING YOU ENLIGHTENING, EDUCATIONAL, EMPOWERING, INSPIRING, THOUGHT-PROVOKING INFORMATION

NO 2 ISSUE 22

her experienced staff will coach athletes on how to take their running regimen to the next level and walkers will learn the fundamentals of running.

The African American Museum of Dallas is proud to feature Soprano/Actress Alfrelynn Roberts in a valentine concert titled, “An Afternoon filled with Love”, on Saturday, February 16, 2013 at 3:30pm at the African American Museum located in Fair Park. ******** Theta Alpha & Nu Kappa Chapter’s local Talent Hunt Program The men of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. cordially invite you to attend our annual talent hunt competition that will take place on Saturday, February 16, 2013, from 5:00 – 8:00pm..

Location: University of North Texas Dallas Campus The Founders Hall, Room 138 A & B 7400 University Hills Blvd (formerly Houston School Road) Dallas, Texas **** Urban League Guild of Greater Dallas CHOCTAW Casino Fun Run CHOCTAW Casino Fun Run 11:30 AM to 7:30 PM (CST) Walmart Parking Lot 150 North Interstate 35 Service Road Lancaster, TX 75146 Call Pat Mims at 214-662-5407 * The Dallas Peace Center, the oldest peace and justice organization in North Texas, will hold its annual community strategic plan meeting Saturday, February 16, from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. The meeting will take place at the new home of the Dallas Peace Center (DPC), 9120 Ferguson Rd., Dallas 75228, on the campus of First Community Church. ***

Special PreConference Symposium 59 Years after Brown vs. Board of Education The Urgency of Now: Crisis in Public Education Friendship West Baptist Church 2020 West Wheatland Dallas, TX 75208 9:30am - 3:30pm Lunch Speaker: Dr. John Jackson, President of the Schott Foundation for

Public Education, Washington D.C. Come out and take part in working conference sessions that will center around the Cradle to Prison Pipeline and other critical issues in public education.

February 17 Gospel Meets Jazz: A Black History Celebration, featuring jazz saxophone professor Brad Leali and The Brad Leali Jazz Orchestra, along with a gospel choir that includes the UNT Jazz Singers and other College of Music student vocalists under the direction of vocal jazz professor Jennifer Barnes, guests including jazz pianist and composer/arranger Claus Raible, Lubbock pastor Cory Powell, vocal soloist Darius Luckey, musician and pianist Arlington Jones.

held February 23rd, 2013 – from 5:00 to 8:00 pm. The exhibition extends through March 30th.

Great Southwest Black Chamber of Commerce A Study on Succeeding 23 Feb 2013 9:00 AM • 3200 W. Pleasant Run Rd - FIRST Floor *****

When: 5 p.m.

Where: Voertman Hall, Music Building, 415 Avenue C in Denton.

February 27

February 19

Great Southwest Black Chamber Luncheon - Speaker: Dallas County District Attorney Craig Watkins 19 Feb 2013 11:00 AM • Holiday Inn of DeSoto

February 21 Great Southwest Black Chamber of Commerce Spiritual Networking Breakfast 9:00 AM • 3200 W. Pleasant Run Rd-1st Floor

JUDGE KEN MOLBERG'S Re-Election & (Slightly Early) Birthday Celebration

February 22 6th Annual 2013 Trinity Links “Diamonds and Sneakers Gala” on March 2, 2013 at 6:00 p.m. at the Hilton Anatole Hotel, 2201 North Stemmons Freeway.

Black Hairitage Read-In & Open Mic featuring Hairku Part II!From 8 p.m. until we're done!

The Act of Change Institute of Cultural Arts 3200 S. Lancaster Rd, Ste.623, Dallas (behind Lancaster/Keist Shopping Center) Cost: $5

6:00 - 8:00 pm Pecan Lodge BBQ Dallas Farmers Market - Shed 2 1010 S. Pearl Expressway Dallas Texas 75201

March 1- 2 The Ability To Sing and Speak - So We Can Worship (Workshop & Concert Series), is a 2-day event (culminating with a concert featuring Martha Munizzi), which will take place March 1-2, 2013, at Concord Church, located at 6808 Pastor Bailey Drive, Dallas, TX For the full list of workshop sessions, registration, concert tickets and more information, go to www.theabilitytosing.com. or call 281-317-0558. You can also contact Concord Church (214-331-8522).

Registration and tickets can also be purchased at www.itickets.com/events/299424.

February 23 Dr. Alvin D. James is coming to Th3rd Thursday Champion's Luncheon 12:00noon. Dr. James is the Director of Planning and Economic Development at The Potter's House. He will be sharing his prolific story of PUBLIC SERVICE. SMINK is pleased to announce the opening of RICHARD HOGAN – A Retrospective an exhibition of past and current work by the celebrated artist, whose work has been a benchmark of contemporary art in New Mexico since the 1970s. The artist will be in Dallas for the opening reception to be

March 2 Trinity Chapter of the Links, Inc. invite you to join in celebrating their Sixth Annual Diamond and Sneakers Gala March 2, 2013 at the Hilton Anatole Hotel.

HOST: KATINA POTTS

Tuesday,February 12

HOST: DEBORAH CHAMBERS

D

IN MEMORIAM

Wednesday, February 13

HOST - YVETTE BROOKS

Thursday, February 14

HOSTS: DAREIA TOLBERT AND LADY D

Friday, February 15

HOST: JAMILLE BRADFIELD

Call in to 646-200-0459 PAGE 17

!

D

CELEBRATE WITH AUTHOR FRANCIS RAY! Hampton-Illinois Branch Library 2951 South Hampton Road Dallas, Tx75224 3:00 - 5:00 PM

Cheryl’s World on Blogtalkradio.com at 6p.m.

Monday, February 11

FEBRUARY 8, 2013

!

Donna P. Charles 5/20/1958 - 3/23/2012 Elusive Lady #22 Spring 1978 Beta Alpha Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., FAMU !

I MESSENGER

T

NO 2 ISSUE 22

BRINGING YOU ENLIGHTENING, EDUCATIONAL, EMPOWERING, INSPIRING, THOUGHT-PROVOKING INFORMATION

LEADERSHIP IN LIVING COLOR Tribute to Multicultural Leadership in the Food and Hospitality Industry PROVIDENCE – The Multicultural Foodservice & Hospitality Alliance (MFHA) recognizes Black/African American, Asian Pacific American and Hispanic/Latino leaders every year through its popular Multicultural Advertising Tribute Series. Receiving a growing volume of participation from the industry’s

senior leaders each year, the fullpage advertising features are a great way to showcase these outstanding individuals, to communicate the industry’s commitment to supporting and advancing multicultural talent as while motivating young talented individuals to follow in their footsteps.

The 5th Annual Tribute to Black Leadership in Hospitality, released in February as the first tribute of the 2013 Series, generated great media interest with record participation numbers by MFHA member companies. The Tribute featured nine Black/African

American women executives.

Among the 30 Black/African American leaders, the tribute included as many as eleven chief executive officers: Don Thompson of McDonald’s Corporation, Clarence Otis of Darden, Steve Davis of Bob Evans Farms, Phillip Holloman of Cintas Corporation, Harvey Brownlee of Bob Evans Restaurants, Walter Charles of Kellogg Company, Phyllis James of MGM Resorts International, Jerrell Moore of Burger King Corporation, Rick Frazier of The Coca-Cola Company, Shannon Johnson and Roger McClendon of Yum! Brands, Inc.

FEBRUARY 8, 2013

Following this Tribute, MFHA will release the Asian Pacific American Tribute in May and the Hispanic/ Latino Tribute in September. The second edition of the Multicultural Allies Tribute, which features White senior leaders who have displayed exceptional support and made accomplishments toward multicultural initiatives in the industry, will also be showcased.

The Tribute to Black Leadership in Hospitality can be found at: http:// www.m*a.net/files/ads/ MFHA_Black_Leadership_2013_L ong_FSH.pdf

NAACP to honor Harry Belafonte as 97th Spingarn Medalist Lifetime activist and legendary entertainer to receive Association’s highest honor on February 15 (New York City, NY) – Legendary singer, songwriter, actor and activist Harry Belafonte will be honored with the 97th Spingarn Medal at the NAACP Spingarn Dinner, February 15 at 7:30 p.m. The ceremony will take place during the NAACP Annual Board Meeting at the New York Marriot Marquis Hotel.

The Spingarn Medal, the NAACP’s highest honor, is awarded for outstanding and noble achievement by an American of African descent. The award will recognize Mr. Belafonte’s history serving the civil rights movement, from the 1950’s to the present day.

“Thank you to the NAACP and to Ben Jealous for the work you do and for the path you are forging for us in these troubled times,” said Belafonte after his honor was announced at the 44th NAACP Image Awards on Friday, February 1.

“Harry Belafonte has pursued a career of extraordinary accomplishment in the performing arts, during which he has unremittingly worked to fulfill his deep commitment to the American principle of equal opportunity and justice for all,” stated NAACP Chairman Roslyn M. Brock. “He is an ultimate exemplar that race need be no insurmountable barrier to achievement.”

“Mr. Belafonte has never been afraid to speak his mind, even when it might have put his career in danger," stated NAACP President and CEO Benjamin Todd Jealous. "His combination of charisma and courage, artistic talent and intellectual prowess has made him icon for the ages and a powerful ally for civil and human rights advocates across the globe.”

Harry Belafonte has a long history in the civil rights movement. During the 1960’s he served as a confidant to Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and raised PAGE 18

!

money for civil rights protests. He also bankrolled and drew attention to the Student Non-Violent Coordinating Committee. In 1987, he accepted an appointment as UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador, thus making him the second American to hold this title. Belafonte has continued to devote himself globally to civil and human rights issues, focusing in particular on the United States and Africa.

Mr. Belafonte has been honored many times by such diverse groups as the American Jewish Congress, the NAACP, the City of Hope, Fight for Sight, The Urban League, The National Conference of Black Mayors, the Anti-Defamation League of B'nai B'rith, the ACLU, the State Department, the Boy Scouts of America, Hadassah International and the Peace Corps.

The Spingarn Medal was instituted in 1914 by then-NAACP Chairman Joel E. Spingarn. To date, 96 Spingarn Medals have been awarded, recognizing achievements in a range of fields.

Medalists include former U.S. Secretary of State Colin L. Powell, U.S. Rep. John Lewis (D-GA), Oprah Winfrey, Maya Angelou, NAACP Chairman Emeriti Julian Bond and Myrlie Evers-Williams, Rosa Parks, and Dr. King.

The Nutrition Facts Label: Helping Americans Make Heart-Healthy Choices SILVER SPRING, Md., Feb. 5, 2013 / PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- February is American Heart Month, and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has a tool to help you achieve a heart-healthy lifestyle. It's

Founded in 1909, the NAACP is the nation's oldest and largest civil rights organization. Its members throughout the !

!

I MESSENGER

NO 2 ISSUE 22

BRINGING YOU ENLIGHTENING, EDUCATIONAL, EMPOWERING, INSPIRING, THOUGHT-PROVOKING INFORMATION

2013 Tribute to African-­American/Black Leadership in Foodservice & Hospitality

CULTURAL INTELLIGENCE

Don Thompson President & &KLHI 2SHUDWLQJ 2IÀFHU McDonald’s Corporation

Clarence Otis Chairman & &KLHI ([HFXWLYH 2IĂ€FHU Darden

Phyllis James &KLHI 'LYHUVLW\ 2IĂ€FHU Executive Vice President, Special Counsel-Litigation MGM Resorts International

Jerrell Moore &KLHI 'LYHUVLW\ 2IĂ€FHU Vice President Burger King Corporation

Stephen J. Dunmore President School Services Sodexo Education Market

Ron Johnson Divisional Vice President Operations Wendy’s

FEBRUARY 8, 2013

James Taylor Division President HealthCare Services Sodexo

Steve Davis Chairman & &KLHI ([HFXWLYH 2IĂ€FHU Bob Evans Farms, Inc.

J. Phillip Holloman President & &KLHI 2SHUDWLQJ 2IĂ€FHU Cintas Corporation

Rick Frazier Shannon Johnson Chief Supply and &KLHI )RRG ,QQRYDWLRQ 2IĂ€FHU 6HUYLFH 2IĂ€FHU Yum! Brands, Inc. Coca-Cola Refreshments The Coca-Cola Company

Teresa Sebastian Senior Vice President General Counsel & Secretary Darden

Kim K.W. Rucker EVP, Corporate & Legal Affairs General Counsel Corporate Secretary Kraft Foods Group, Inc.

Roy C. Jackson W. Elliott Stephenson, Ph.D. Central Zone Vice President Vice President Coca-Cola Foodservice & Human Resources On-Premise Ben E. Keith Foods The Coca-Cola Company

William L. Lumpkin, CPA Regional Vice President Hotel Accounting Hyatt Hotels & Resorts

Harvey Brownlee &KLHI 2SHUDWLRQV 2IĂ€FHU Bob Evans Restaurants

Walter Charles &KLHI 3URFXUHPHQW 2IĂ€FHU Kellogg Company

Roger McClendon Chief Sustainability 2IĂ€FHU Yum! Brands, Inc.

Calvin Johnson President HealthCare Systems Sodexo

Pamela Culpepper Senior Vice President Global Diversity & ,QFOXVLRQ 2IĂ€FHU PepsiCo

Brad Cashaw Senior Vice President U.S. Snacks Supply Chain Kellogg Company

Thomas Pate VP, Training & Management Development Cracker Barrel Old Country Stores

Tiffanie Boyd Vice President Human Resources General Mills Bakeries and Foodservice

Jerilan Greene Vice President Global System Communications Yum! Brands, Inc.

Lori Robinson VP, Corporate Communications Corporate Branding & Culinary Marketing McCormick & Company, Inc.

Danielle A. Willis Vice President Human Resources Red Roof Inns, Inc.

Rodney Bullard Executive Director Community Affairs &KLFN ÀO $ ,QF

Dee Dee Gray-Weaver Senior Director Customer Care Choice Hotels International

James Fripp Senior Director of Global Diversity & Inclusion Yum! Brands, Inc.

Max Langenkamp Senior Director Human Resources Cintas Corporation

Valerie Heard Senior Director Product Marketing & Marketing Services AdvancePierre Foods

Timothy Thompson Director Reagan National Airport OTG Management

Laura Shorter Director Human Resources AdvancePierre Foods

The Multicultural Foodservice & Hospitality Alliance | www.mfha.net PAGE 19

!

!

!

I MESSENGER

NO 2 ISSUE 22

BRINGING YOU ENLIGHTENING, EDUCATIONAL, EMPOWERING, INSPIRING, THOUGHT-PROVOKING INFORMATION

Trinity Chapter Links, Inc. announces Honorary Gala Chairs for 6th Annual “Diamonds and Sneakers Gala” The Trinity Chapter of the Gwyneth Black Links, Inc. Has announced that Dr. Donna Newsome M.D., Ph.D. will serve as chair, and Gwyneth and Albert Black will serve as honorary chairs of the 6th Annual 2013 Trinity Links “Diamonds and Sneakers Gala” on March 2, 2013 at 6:00 p.m. at the Hilton Anatole Hotel, 2201 North Stemmons Freeway. The Gala fund Raising event is an annual affair that supports 75 girls in Trinity’s STEM Program.

Gwyneth and Albert Black established On-Target Supplies & Logistics, Ltd. in November 1982, a regional logistics management firm with offices in Dallas, Ft. Worth, Houston, San Antonio, Austin, TX as

well as Tucson, Arizona. OnTarget provides outsourced services to a diverse set of Fortune 500 companies and large non-profit organizations.

Its supply chain functions include product sourcing, procurement, transportation, warehousing, Albert Black light manufacturing, web-based fulfillment, distribution and second market management. On-Target has grown into a company of over 200 full-time employees.

As the President & CEO, Mr. Black’s primary responsibility is to guide the growth and development of the company and its affiliates TreCo Investments and ReadyToWork®. Founded in 1999, TreCo is the Black Family’s investment partnership. In 2006, ReadyToWork® was established to meet market demands of near graduate students or working professionals in transition and to take

FEBRUARY 8, 2013

advantage of a cadre of inhouse management and legal talent On-Target had assembled over the years.

While Mr. Black’s dedication to business and his community are important, he prioritizes his faith and his family.

Gwyneith Black, is the executive director of OTSL Charities, the charitable giving and volunteerism arm of On-Target. Mrs. Black has organized many community events, specifically, building a home with Habitat for Humanities in the Frazier Courtyard Area of Dallas. Additionally, The Diabetes Health and Wellness Institute is nearest to her heart because of the commitment that she and Black personally made to give something back to the community where they were born. It’s the pride of the City of Dallas.

If you would like to be a sponsor or buy tickets to The Trinity Links, Inc. Diamond and Sneakers Gala, email Dr. Newsome at denewsome@yahoo.com

 

  



 

 honoring The Black Academy of Arts and Letters Founder and President



Saturday, April 27, 2013 Omni Dallas Hotel 555 South Lamar Street Dallas, Texas 75202 6 pm VIP Reception | 7 pm Dinner and Program 9 pm Dinner Entertainment and Dance With Special Guest



 Dr. Zan Wesley & Carrie Holmes  Cynthia Allen  Scotty Allen  Erykah Badu  Trammell S. Crow  Ruby Dee  Rev. Gregory Foster Rev. Freddie Haynes  Judge Mary Ellen Hicks  Renee Higginbotham-Brooks  Anna Maria Horsford Honorable Eddie Bernice Johnson  Dr. Dogan Koc  Jack Matthews Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Pauline Medrano  Rev. Stephen Nash  Della Reese  James Spigner Dr. Tommie “Tonea” Stewart  Dr. Maxine Thornton Reese  Dr. Barbara Steele & Thomas Muhammad   

 

            

            

            

          

  

All Proceeds Benefit The Black Academy of Arts and Letters Youth Arts-and-Education Program The Black Academy of Arts and Letters is a 501c3 Not-for-Profit cultural arts and education institution.

All sponsorships and contributions are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law.

PAGE 20

!

!

!

I MESSENGER

NO 2 ISSUE 22

BRINGING YOU ENLIGHTENING, EDUCATIONAL, EMPOWERING, INSPIRING, THOUGHT-PROVOKING INFORMATION

FEBRUARY 8, 2013

Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson hosts Dallas Religious Leaders at the 18th Annual Interfaith Prayer Breakfast Bishop McKenzie delivers message On Monday, February 11, 2013, Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson will host her 18th Annual Prayer Breakfast, with Bishop Vashti McKenzie serving as the keynote speaker.

Bishop McKenzie serves on President Barack Obama’s Advisory Council of the White House Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships, and as Bishop for the Tenth Episcopal District for the African Methodist Episcopal Church.

The theme of the breakfast is “The Cost of Humanity: Protecting and Providing for Society’s Vulnerable.”

The event aims to further the discussion on how to strengthen the efforts of faith communities who are serving poverty-stricken areas in Dallas.

Congresswoman Johnson is a founding co-chair of the Congressional Homeless Caucus and has identified an increased demand for quality services for those who are lacking basic necessities in the 30th district. Congresswoman Johnson has invited more than 150 Dallas-area clergy from different faiths to participate in the discussion.

WHAT: Prayer breakfast to focus on strengthening the efforts of religious institutions and faith communities that are serving the poverty-stricken in Dallas WHEN:

Monday, February 11, 2013

TIME:

9:00 a.m. CST/10:00 p.m. EST

WHERE: Baylor Diabetes Health and Wellness Institute at Juanita J. Craft Recreation Center 4500 Spring Avenue, Dallas, TX 75210 WHO: Johnson

Congresswoman Eddie Bernice

KEYNOTE SPEAKER: Bishop Vashti McKenzie – First Female Bishop of African Methodist Episcopal Church, appointed by President Barack Obama to serve on the President’s Advisory Council of the White House Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships PAGE 21

!

!

!

I MESSENGER

NO 2 ISSUE 22

BRINGING YOU ENLIGHTENING, EDUCATIONAL, EMPOWERING, INSPIRING, THOUGHT-PROVOKING INFORMATION

INTERNATIONAL PRETTY BROWN GIRL DAY -- The Pretty Brown Girl(TM) Club Launches February 23, 2013 --- Saturday, February 23, 2013 is International Pretty Brown Girl Day. Established by the Pretty Brown Girl (PBG) Foundation, this is a day to empower, inspire and encourage girls of color to love the skin they're in.

The mission statement of the organization is to encourage girls to celebrate the beautiful shades of brown all over the world; while inspiring positive self-esteem and confidence.

"It is significant that we uplift girls and encourage them to remember that they are beautiful inside and out,! says Sheri Crawley, founder of the organization.

"Girls of color will have a social platform to address, discuss and celebrate the very important topic of loving the skin they're in."

Events will include everything from Pretty Brown Girl small gatherings, luncheons or teas to community events and service projects. Pretty Brown Girl celebrations, ranging in size from small gatherings to large venues, will take place throughout the day.

On this special day the organization will also begin membership registration for the first ever Pretty Brown Girl Club. Parents, schools, churches or organizations can start official PBG Clubs which will allow a fun way for girls to engage in meaningful dialogue and activity and will:

Founded in 2010, Pretty Brown Girl Foundation is an organization whose mission is to encourage girls of color ages 4-18 to celebrate the beautiful shades of brown while inspiring positive self-esteem and confidence.

* Celebrate the beautiful shades of brown skin * Encourage girls to “Dream Big� and achieve their goals * Develop a well-rounded worldview as it relates to others * Build positive self-esteem * Serve the community and build confidence

The call to action is for organizations, schools, churches and community leaders to host celebrations on International Pretty Brown Girl Day.

In addition to the Pretty Brown Girl doll, the movement includes T- Shirts and accessories for women as well as girls, a children's book entitled Pretty Brown Girl: My First Day of School by Sheri Crawley, the Pretty Brown Girl Pledge, curriculum based workshops and the newly announced Pretty Brown Girl Club. More information on Pretty Brown Girl products and programs can be found at www.prettybrowngirl.com.

FEBRUARY 8, 2013

Sisters Laila (age 8) and Aliya (age 6) were the inspiration for the Pretty Brown Girl Movement.

I MESSENGER salutes Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. 1913 -2013 BLACK Â HISTORY Â MONTH Â

Wednesday  Brown  Bag  ¹Lunch  Series  Â

Community  Conversation:   Domestic  Violence  in  the  African  American  Community  Â

Âł%ULQJ \RXU OXQFK 'ULQNV DQG GHVVHUW DUH RQ XV ´  11:30-­12  Lunch/Networking     12-­1  Presentation  T H E  F A M I L Y  P L A C E -­ S O U T H E R N  S E C T O R Â

FEBRUARY  6  -­  Click  here  to  register!    Perceptions  of  domestic  violence  in  the  African  American  Community  This  workshop  will  focus  on  statistics,  understanding   dynamics  of  abuse,  safety  planning  and  resources.  Location:  MLK  Center  -­  2922  MLK  Blvd,  Building  A,  Dallas,  TX  75215 Â

FEBRUARY  13  -­  Click  here  to  register!  Men  to  M.A.P.S.  (Mentor,  Advocate,  Prevent  and  Secure)  This  workshop  will  include  a  interactive  dialogue  with  African  American   men  on  family  violence  and  how  to  proactively  involve  men   in  the  family  violence  movement.   Location  ¹  WFC  The  Empowerment  Center  -­  2200  Zang,  Dallas,  TX  75224 Â

FEBRUARY  20  -­  Click  here  to  register!  Keeping  the  Faith  From  the  earliest  days  of  American  history  a  deep  rooted  spirituality  has  been  one  of  the  hallmarks  of  African  Americans.  This  workshop  will  focus  on   practical  strategies  for  working  with  victims  with  strong  faith  beliefs.    Location  ¹  WFC  The  Empowerment  Center  -­  2200  Zang,  Dallas,  TX  75224 Â

FEBRUARY  27  -­  Click  here  to  register!  Our  Legacy:  The  impact  of  witnessing  domestic  violence  on   African  American  children-­  +RZ FDQ WKH YLOODJH VDYH LWÂśV FKLOGUHQ"  Location:  MLK  Center  -­  2922  MLK  Blvd,  Building  A,  Dallas,  TX  75215 Â

/LPLWHG 6SDFH-­5HJLVWUDWLRQ 0DQGDWRU\   )RU PRUH LQIRUPDWLRQ FRQWDFW 'HEUD 0LWFKHOO-­,EH DW GPLEH#IDPLO\SODFH RUJ RU -­ -­ -­  Â

PAGE 22

!

!

!

I MESSENGER

NO 2 ISSUE 22

BRINGING YOU ENLIGHTENING, EDUCATIONAL, EMPOWERING, INSPIRING, THOUGHT-PROVOKING INFORMATION

FEBRUARY 8, 2013

“We will have to repent in this generation not merely for the vitriolic words and actions of the bad people, but for the appalling silence of the good people.” . Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Come on PEOPLE! Don’t you CARE? POLICE have not apprehended Pookie the serial rapist.

Aren’t you concerned? Do you care?

We know he has attacked members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and there is a $5,000 reward offered by Crime Stoppers.

If you have ANY information, PLEASE call Crime Stoppers

877.373.8477 Also, if you want extra protection, check out Street Safe at

www.streetsafe.peopleguard.com

DON’T BE SILENT Join I Messenger in the call for justice. Turn Pookie in today!

PAGE 23

!

!

!

I MESSENGER

NO 2 ISSUE 22

PAGE 24

BRINGING YOU ENLIGHTENING, EDUCATIONAL, EMPOWERING, INSPIRING, THOUGHT-PROVOKING INFORMATION

!

!

!

FEBRUARY 8, 2013

I MESSENGER