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SENEGAL: The Lawmakers of the 12th Legislature took office

By Moussa Niang, MBA M_niang@yahoo.fr

July 1, 2012, the Senegalese people did not miss their appointment with history. They elected their deputies in a free and transparent universal suffrage Moussa Niang overseen by international observers and by the African Union’s emissaries.

One hundred and fifty deputies joined the Benches of the Senegalese National Assembly on July 30. Ninety deputies are elected in 35 single and multi-member districts, the remaining 60 seats are filled proportionally based on the national distribution of vote.

One of the particularities of these elections is the dazzling rise of women who won 65 seats due to the male-female parity law, on the electoral lists nearly twice the number of the outgoing parliament.

The Senegalese citizens have reaffirmed their confidence to President Macky Sall by electing 119 lawmakers from his political coalition hence giving him a large majority to comfortably govern the country, while the main opposition party, the Senegalese Democratic Party founded by former President Wade earned only 12 representatives.

The populations have been very clear about the new type of deputy they want. In fact, they expect their congressmen and congresswomen to stand for them, to vote laws that benefit them and not the type that were prevalent during the previous legislative.

As a matter of fact, the previous Congress was everything but the representatives of the people. They were known to be the deputies of President Wade and they blindly executed any of his orders. They were ready to vote June 23, 2011 on the unpopular law establishing the Vice Presidency institution -- that would elect the president in the first round with 25 percent of the vote, until the people rose up. They had fallen short to provide

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oversight of the administration and to represent the populations with dignity.

The new lawmakers who are going to be in office for five years are expected to make possible the aspirations of the youth in giving President Sall’sadministration the tools necessary to function.

During the Parliament inauguration on July 30, the Honorable Deputy Moustapha Niasse was elected by plebiscite as President of the National Assembly, crowning therefore a long and brilliant career.

Moustapha Niasse is one of the best African diplomats and has been involved in many conflict resolutions.

He was the Representative of the Secretary General of the United Nations in the Great Lakes countries

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until 1999 and served as minister of foreign affairs, as prime minister in both

Diouf and Wade governments.

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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.

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Sam Wicks came up during a time when folks surely had to question why he was pursuing a degree in journalism. After all, it wasn’t like you saw many reporters, editors, commentators, anchors or producers who were role models bad who were also Black, back in the 1950s.

Unless you looked to the Black Press and Black media.

A graduate of Dallas’ Lincoln High School, Mr. Wicks served in the army before entering Texas Southern University to pursue a degree in journalism.

Upon graduation and for more than three decades, he was a part-time sports writer for the Dallas Star Post, The Dallas Express and the Dallas Post Tribune.

Although there were two daily “mainstream” publications in Dallas, there were no African American journalists on staff until 1967 when another reporter, Julia Scott Reed, who also worked at the Dallas Express.

Cheryl Smith Many know the legendary Ms. Reed as the “first African-American to be hired in a full-time position by a major Dallas newspaper.” A mentor to the second reporter, Norma Adams-Wade; Ms. Reed was also “one of the initial African - Americans to work in the newsroom of a major daily paper in the South.”

Long before the founding of the National Association of Black Journalists in 1975, there was a group of journalists across the country, trying to make a difference by being a voice for the voiceless.

And they faced many challenges!

Mr. Wicks covered sports, providing stories that actually provided leads for mainstream publications, because if you think that only Blacks were reading the Black Press back then, you’re sadly mistaken. Still today our Black newspapers continue to provide leads for journalists at daily publications.

Mr. Wicks had an important role during an era where Blacks were breaking color barriers and making great strides in the industry.

It was also a time when the Black Press was supported and revered in its communities. Citizens looked to the Black Press to tell the stories of their community and athletes, usually surrounded by white reporters, welcomed the Black reporters and oftentimes provided them with “inside” information to help them scoop the “big boys.”

Mr. Wicks’ career as a journalist was stellar. He made significant strides as a reporter and later as an editor and publicist.

The Junior Black Academy of Arts and Letters (now TBAAL) honored him as a Living Legend in Print/Journalism and in 2005 he was inducted into the African American Museum’s Black Sports Hall of Fame.

I met him in the mid 1980s, when I volunteered at the Dallas Post Tribune. Sure there were Blacks at the Dallas Morning News and Dallas Times Herald but upon arriving in Dallas, I immediately sought opportunities with the Black Press.

Mr. Wicks would enter the building, with a quiet unassuming presence, speaking to everyone and handling his business.

Always respectful, his mere actions, presence and demeanor commanded respect. To me, he was a charmer!

When I think about the changing landscape of America and the industry for journalists I can’t help but pay homage to someone like Mr. Sam Wicks. He was a role model for so many and he loved what he did. His contributions to the industry can’t and won’t go unnoticed.

As we prepare to celebrate Mr. Wicks’ life and contributions, in Boston Gregory Lee Jr., who is the president of the National Association of Black Journalists, is preparing to move to Florida to become executive sports editor of the South Florida Sun Sentinel-- becoming one of three black journalists currently leading the sports departments at major daily newspapers, joining Lisa Bell Wilson of the Buffalo News and Larry Graham of the San Diego Union- Tribune. There’s also Garry Howard, reigning supreme as the editor-in-chief of Sporting News.

But not only sports journalists hold Mr. Wicks in high esteem and salute his work. All journalists are standing on the shoulders of valiant “soldiers without swords” like Mr. Sam Wicks who fought seemingly insurmountable odds to do their jobs.

And even more important -- he was a role model in our community, so no matter the profession they later chose, Mr. Sam Wicks provided a source of inspiration, leadership, guidance and support to many young and old.

Mr. Sam Wicks - a true soldier!

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PCC Introduces Clergy Leadership and Executive Coaching Sessions A New Tool for Enhancing Ministry

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

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The Best deserves BETTER! Gabby, Gabby Gabby. She’s the darling of the Summer Olympics. The first Black female to win two, that’s right, TWO Gold Medals in gymnastics!

She’s beautiful and definitely talented, still the 16-year-old Gabrielle Douglas has been the subject of criticism about her hair and many of the silly remarks have come from Black women.

Singer Indie Arie has a poignant message about that very topic: “Does the way I wear my hair make me a better person? Does the way I wear my hair make me a better friend? Does the way I wear my hair determine my integrity?”

Still you have a young, Black woman/child who has made her country proud, only to be ostracized by small-minded people who have serious cases of self-hatred.

Is it no wonder that our children are so rebellious and filled with a bewildering rage when they face so much negativity?

Gabrielle is not a stranger to publicity. She has won numerous awards and while she has made Black history, she has also made American history because her Tears of joy. superb performances at the Summer Olympics made her the first woman of color to win a gold medal for individual all-around and the first American gymnast to win the team and individual all-around Gold at the same Olympics and she still has an opportunity to pick up a few more medals before returning home.

Now when Gabrielle returns to America, hopefully all of the folks who felt the need to criticize her hair will have taken a dose of home training or common decency. Hopefully someone will have had the nerve to point them to a mirror because surely there has to be an explanation for such poor behavior and the answer may be staring them in the face!

Earlier this week, on her FaceBook page, Gabrielle wrote: “We are the 2012 London Olympic Gold Medalists!!! We are all so happy right now. It's a dream come true! Gotta give God the Glory! Thank you everyone for praying for me!

It means so much to me!”

To the dream crushers, the haters-- and you know who you are-- you are dead wrong for your insults and disparaging remarks. You have been petty and your behavior is disgraceful and unconscionable. You should be ashamed!

Gabrielle Douglas deserves support, encouragement and the best we have to offer because after all, that is what she has given us -her BEST!

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.

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Young America is key to 2012 election

By Rev. Jesse L. Jackson, Sr. When young Americans come alive, they transform the possible. We saw that in 2008 when young Americans — the millennial generation of 18- to 29-year-olds — voted in large numbers (larger than the aging baby boomers), and overwhelmingly for Barack Obama.

They cast almost one out of every six votes in that election and voted for Obama by a 2-to-1 ratio.

We saw what happens when they are discouraged in 2010, when young voter turnout fell a staggering 60 percent, and a Tea Party Congress was elected.

What will young voters do in 2012? The president showed his concern by kicking off his campaign with speeches on two college campuses.

The New York Times reports young people are more discouraged and disaffected than ever. The youngest voters particularly — the 18to 24-year-olds — are struggling in the worst economy since the Great Depression. Obama still leads Romney by 12 points in early polls, but that is half his lead among 25- to 29-yearolds. Many are undecided and many turned off and tuned out.

Young voters are still largely Obama territory. Today’s aging, white, Southern-dominated Republican Party has little appeal. Millennials are the most diverse generation in our history.

They are the most accepting of equal rights for all — minorities, gays and women. Most can’t even imagine that we’re arguing about birth control in the 21st century.

The president reflects their values far more than his opponent. Obama fought to free student loans from the

private banks, to extend Pell grants and defend lower student loan rates.

He is bringing young men and women home from Iraq and Afghanistan, while Romney calls for more war.

His Justice Department is defending the right to vote against efforts by Republicans in various states to erect obstacles against the young.

He defended Planned Parenthood when the Republican Congress targeted it. He’s pushed for renewable energy and common sense on catastrophic climate change, against the “Drill, baby, drill” Republicans.

It’s no wonder current polls show Romney winning only 29 percent of

Romney’s trickle-down ideas have little appeal — particularly since they entail tax cuts for the already wealthy and deep cuts in education, college support and public services that appeal to the young.

To get young voters excited, Obama will have to offer more than his record. He’ll need to fight for jobs that will give the young a future.

When cynicism or dismay wins o u t a n d t h e y o u n g w i t h d r a w, unintended consequences result. We saw that in 1968 when Nixon beat Humphrey by the margin of our despair.

We saw it in 2010 when only 20.9 percent of young people bothered to

At the top of the ballot - President Barack Obama and Gov. Mitt Romney.

the millennial vote, less than John McCain garnered in spring polls four years ago.

But while Obama will win the most young votes, the question is how many will vote? The overwhelming issue for young people is jobs, and the jobs picture is lousy.

Nearly one in four 18- or 19-yearolds was unemployed in May, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. For 20- to 24-year-olds, the rate is 12.9 percent. Discouragement, despair and cynicism are the natural result.

The campaigns are gearing up their Twitter, text, video, Facebook and other communication capacities.

They plan dorm-to-dorm volunteer campaigns.

But cool campaign technologies won’t answer the concerns of the young. Young people are looking for a plan to put people to work.

vote, and the Tea Party-dominated Republicans took the Congress, leading to two years of partisan obstruction.

Young voters have the power to transform America’s future, but to do so, they have to come alive once more.

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Special Announcement A Day of Competitive Fun, Camaraderie and A Celebration of “25 years of Promoting Excellence in Education at HBCUs” August 4, 2012

18th Annual Jimmy Walker Memorial Scholarship Golf Tournament Riverchase Golf Club 700 Riverchase Drive Coppell, TX 75019 2-Person Team Scramble – 8am Shotgun Start Registration begins at 6:30am NO ONSITE REGISTRATION

DMCBAA 25TH ANNIVERSARY BANQUET DFW Airport Marriott Hotel North 8440 Freeport Parkway Irving, TX 75063 Food, Music, Silent Auction, Door Prizes Guest Speaker: Mr. Thomas Joyner, Jr. President and CEO of The Tom Joyner Foundation Doors Open for Silent Auction at 6:30pm Contact: DMCBAA at (972) 220-0477; via e-mail: dmcbaa@yahoo.com; or visit: www.dmcbaa.org PAGE 9

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It’s your business 12 Tips For Women To Get Out of Debt According to federal statistics, more women are in debt now than ever before. This includes women of low-income and high-income statuses. Even worse the average woman in the United States is more than $10,000 in debt, and it will take most of them more than 15 years to pay it off.

Here are effective 12 tips that can help women to reduce and/or eliminate their debt faster: 1) Stop borrowing money - no matter what! If you can't afford to buy something with cash you have now, then don't buy it!

2) Control your spending appetite. Unsubscribe from all shopping catalogs, ignore all TV/radio commercials, and no more window shopping!

3) Call your creditors and negotiate with them for a lower interest rate, and/or negotiate for a lower pay-off settlement. For instance, if you owe $10,000, see if they will accept a one-time payment of $5,000 to settle the balance.

4) Always pay more than the minimum amount due each month. Even just $20 dollars more can make a huge difference in paying off your debt.

5) Inquire if it is possible to transfer all your balances to your credit card with the lowest interest rate.

6) Work on paying off your high interest credit cards or loans first.

7) Make a realistic monthly budget. Purpose every dollar (including some buffer).

8) Track your expenses in a software program like Quicken. Categorize your expenses and report out how much you spent in each category so you can easily spot your problem areas.

9) Praise yourself for every small accomplishment, even if you are paying off debt little by little.

10) Speak to a credit counseling service (like www.DebtHelpForWomen.org) to help work out a plan.

11) Be realistic. If you started accumulating debt three or four years ago, realize that it will probably take you more then three or four years to get out of debt and stay out of debt.

12) Stay focused. Keep you eyes focused on where you will be five (or ten, or fifteen) years from now, because getting out of debt takes time.

The Debt Help For Women Program is a unique program that has helped over 5 million people find solutions to their debt problems. For a free debt consultation, visit www.DebtHelpForWomen.org or call (888) 235-7939.

Washington starring in He Got Game; the Eddie Murphy comedies The Distinguished Gentlemen and The Haunted Mansion; Mr. 3000 starring Bernie Mac; Whoopi Goldberg in Sister Act and Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit; Glory Road, the story of the first all-black starting five to win an NCAA basketball championship; Halle Berry as The Rich Man's Wife; the 1994 action comedy A Low Down Dirty Shame starring Keenan Ivory Wayans and Jada Pinkett Smith; Shaquille O'Neal as Kazaam; Snow Dogs, starring Cuba Gooding, Jr. and Cool Runnings, based on the true story of the first Jamaican bobsled team to make it to the Winter Olympics.

From Miramax, Bounce TV lands such titles as: 2002's Academy Award®-winning Best Picture Chicago featuring Queen Latifah's Oscar®-nominated performance; the multiple Academy Award ®nominated Passion Fish with an all-star lineup led by Alfre Woodard; Morgan Freeman in An Unfinished Life, with Jennifer Lopez and Robert Redford; Sarafina! starring Whoopi Goldberg; Nick Cannon in 2008's American Son; Marlon Wayans in the comedy Senseless; Scary Movie 2 and LL Cool J in the thrillers Mindhunters and In Too Deep.

Among the Sony titles: Beyonce headlining Cadillac Records; Jamie Foxx in Stealth; the Cuba Gooding Jr. comedy Daddy Day Camp; the classics To Sir, With Love and Guess Who's Coming to Dinner starring Sidney Poitier; Spike Lee's School Daze; Richard Pryor in Jo Jo Dancer, Your Life is Calling and The Toy; Stomp The Yard 2: Homecoming directed by Rob Hardy; and Poetic Justice starring Janet Jackson.

MGM titles include: A trio of classic Sidney Poitier films led by the legendary star's Academy Award®winning performance in Lilies of The Field; his Oscar®-nominated role in The Defiant Ones and They Call Me Mr. Tibbs; Spike Lee's She's Gotta Have It; Cotton Comes to Harlem; Pam Grier as Foxy Brown; The Jackie Robinson Story; Bill Cosby in Hickey & Boggs and the classic comedy Cooley High.

"As research consistently points to movies driving demand for our consumers, African American theatricals will remain the backbone of Bounce TV's schedule. We continue to add to our wide-ranging library with attractive titles featuring the most popular stars of our day from the top studios in Hollywood," commented Katz.

Bounce TV launched September 26, 2011 and is already available in 75% of African American households and 65 million homes nationally. The network targets African Americans primarily between

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the ages of 25-54 with a programming mix of theatrical motion pictures, live sports, documentaries, specials, inspirational faith-based programs, off-net series and now original series. Martin Luther King III and Ambassador Andrew Young are among the Founding Group and Board of Directors of Bounce TV. Bounce TV is majority African American-owned. Toyota USA is the signature sponsor of the network.

Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce Community Service Award The Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce (DBCC) Community Service Award was established in 1985 to honor individuals who have made significant contributions to the civic enhancements of Dallas’ African American community. The award was renamed for former DBCC President, Thomas L. Houston, who served from 1982 to 1995, to honor his memory and the many years of dedication he gave to the Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce and the African-American community.

The Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce will present the 2012 Award during the 86th Annual Awards Banquet on Friday, October 12, 2012. **The criteria for nominees are as follows: 1-THE NOMINEE MUST BE A DALLAS COUNTY RESIDENT FOR THE PAST FIVE (5) YEARS WITH AT LEAST THREE (3) YEARS OF CIVIC INVOLVEMENT IN THE AFRICANAMERICAN COMMUNITY. 2-THE NOMINEE’S SERVICE TO THE AFRICAN-AMERICAN COMMUNITY MUST BE IN A VOLUNTEER CAPACITY AND THE SERVICES RENDERED MUST BE BROAD IN SCOPE. 3-THE NOMINEE MUST SHOW DEDICATION TO DALLAS’ AFRICAN-AMERICAN COMMUNITY AND BE AN OUTSTANDING, COMMUNITY-MINDED INDIVIDUAL. ***Deadline for nominations is Monday, September 10, 2012!***

Bounce TV announces Multiple Movie Licensing Agreements with Walt Disney Studios, Miramax, Sony & MGM -- Bounce TV (http://bouncetv.com), the nation's first-ever over-the-air broadcast television network for African Americans, has acquired the television rights to four packages of African American-skewing motion pictures in individual, multi-year licensing agreements with The Walt Disney Studios, Miramax, Sony Pictures Television and MGM Domestic Television Distribution, it was announced today by Bounce TV Chief Operating Officer Jonathan Katz.

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Garland Pastor takes to the ring under Big Top

Pastor Leonard O. Leach

GARLAND, TX— Pastor Leonard O. Leach, Senior Pastor of Mount Hebron Missionary Baptist Church (The Mount) of Garland will be riding high under The Big Top! Atlanta-Based, UniverSoul Circus, will be presenting Pastor Leach with the Spiritual Leadership Award, during its performance in Dallas, August 8, 2012, 7:30p.m. at the Southwest Center Mall.

The Award is for his commitment, outstanding contribution in the community and his spiritual leadership.

Tony Starling, National Tour Promoter for the circus said, “Churches were the basis on which

the UniverSoul Circus was built.

We take pride in putting God first and paying homage to Ministers and the churches that support us.

We don't ever want to forget where we came from.”

In addition to his Award, Pastor Leach will be the Guest Ringmaster for that night. He will make a grand entrance atop an elephant, with microphone in hand, addressing the crowds of people and welcoming them to the circus.

Pastor Leach says, “I greatly appreciate the UniverSoul Circus for this award and recognition, and I feel very honored that God has selected me to help Him...help others.”

Pastor Leach and the congregation at “The Mount” do help thousands of people.

The church has been instrumental in helping to prevent homelessness for thousands thanks to a non-profit organization created by Pastor Leach called, Mount Hebron Urban Community Housing (M.U.C.H.). Under the guidance of Pastor Leach Mount Hebron Christian Academy (MHCA), has educated over 1500 pre-school through 2nd grade students, in Garland and the surrounding communities.

Worldwide, the church supports ministries in Zambia, Mexico, Pakistan and Haiti.

UniverSoul Circus is a highly interactive combination of circus

arts, theater, and music that spans genres including Pop, Classic R&B, Latin Hip Hop, Jazz and Gospel.

It is rated one of the top three circuses in America and is one of Ticketmaster's top 10 most requested family events.

Now in its 18th year, the circus will perform over 500 shows in 32 markets.

Bayou Classic® launches new website The Bayou Classic team introduces new fan-focused website NEW ORLEANS – The Bayou Classic team has unveiled a new website in anticipation of this year’s series of events starting Thursday, November 22, 2012. In addition to the full listing of events for this year’s Bayou Classic, the new website provides fans the ability to connect with their favorite team on personalized pages that put the school’s brands front and center.

The new website, accessed at www.mybayouclassic.com, was created to provide an interactive experience for fans of Grambling State University and Southern University.

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“My Team” The “My Team” link provides direct access to both school’s information – including up-to-the-minute stats and schedules. Fans are linked straight to their school of choice to interact directly with either the Tigers or Jaguars.

Photos Fans of Grambling and Southern now have the opportunity to directly upload their personal photos from the game and other Bayou Classic events on the website. This new section provides fans the opportunity to share their Bayou Classic moments with everyone on the website.

Alumni This new special section is the single place for all information regarding the Bayou Classic for alumni of the two

universities. Special announcements, events and promotions will be announced in this section for alumni of the two schools to participate.

The new website is another step by the Bayou Classic team and the two schools to make the event more fan and family friendly. The new website is in addition to the recent announcement that tickets for the Bayou Classic were reduced this year to make the game more affordable for those with families.

“Fan and family friendly – that is the goal in everything we have done and continue to do for the Bayou Classic,” said Dottie Belletto, President of New Orleans Convention Company, Inc., the management firm of The 39th Annual Bayou Classic. “The new website is one more way we are making this happen for !

Southern, Grambling and all Historically Black Colleges and Universities across the US.” The Bayou Classic features one of America's greatest college sports rivalries, bringing the fans and alumni of Southern University and Grambling State University to New Orleans for a celebration of football, family and the traditions and pageantry surrounding Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Last year, the two schools split $1.32 million in proceeds from the series of Bayou Classic events. These proceeds provide support to the campuses’ athletic programs and fund scholarships through the SU System Foundation and the GSU Foundation.

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Pro-Am Teams From Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Arkansas, Tennessee & Florida NBA /INTERNATIONAL PLAYERS & TOP STREET BALLERS TAKE TO THE COURT Expected participants include: Kenyon Martin (LA Clippers) ! Lamarcus Aldridge (Portland Trailblazers) !Darrell Arthur (Memphis Grizzlies) ! Andre Emmett (NJ Nets) ! James Singleton (Washington Wizards) ! Anthony Randolph (Denver Nuggets) ! Jason Maxiell (NBA), Quinton Ross (NBA) !Perry Jones (Oklahoma City Thunder)! Demond Mallet (Euroleague All-Star); Derrick Obasohan (Nigerian National Team MVP/Olympian) ! Donald Sloan (Cleveland Cavaliers)! Bryan Hopkins ! Trey Gilder ! Acie Law IV ! Willie Warren

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“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.

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Rapper’s CD, ‘Manifestation,’ about holding on to God’s promises, seeing them unfurl

By Donald Lee Special to I MESSENGER

Min. Aaron Moses — the next big thing in Christian rap — wants those within an ear shot of his voice to know that their dreams, fueled by their faith, will come into fruition, if they dare to stand unmoved by circumstances that may suggest otherwise.

“Believe beyond measure; never stop believing,” says the Baton Rouge, La., rap artist and founder of HopeMusic & HopeMovies Entertainment.

“Philippians 1:6 tells us that He who began a good work in you shall perform it until the day of Jesus Christ.

“So, just believe. When belief stops believing, you continue to believe,” Moses says. “When your money don’t believe in your dream no more, you continue to believe. When your body, your emotions and every fiber of your existence other than your soul refuse to believe in your dream, you believe in your dream, that you can do all things through Christ which strengthens you (as Philippians 4:13 states).”

And that strong conviction that he preaches is what his audience hears emphatically throughout his album “Manifestation,” which was released in May and can be purchased on iTunes or Amazon.

In talking about the title song “Manifestation,” Moses, 26, shares how it depicts his life’s transformation.

“At this stage of my life (six years ago), I had totally made up my mind that I was no longer going to prostitute my gift to the world, and I was going to present it holy before Christ,” Moses says.

He shares the meaning of the opening stanza in “Manifestation.” The line goes: “The realest quote I ever wrote, didn’t bother to put friends on it, it’s time for it to manifest, my whole family depend on it … ” “What I meant by that was my life had to change in order for a lot of people around me to change,” says Moses who’d lived a hard life, having battled drug addiction and having buried his

mother who died of AIDS at age 45 in March of 2006.

“I was always a leader of men,” he says. “But being intricately involved with the yoke of bondage and contrary spirits, I allowed myself and those who were around me to become isolated and stagnated (regarding) the things of God. “So, when I speak of ‘I didn’t bother to put no friends in it,’ I’m speaking of the time when I no longer needed to be validated by people who were around me to accomplish that which I was created to,” Moses says. “In other words, the life that God created for me to live was more important than the opinions of those who were around me.”

And when Moses began to put things in to their proper perspectives, he began to see the physical manifestations of the promises of God in his life. As today’s youth would say, “This CD go hard.”

There are 12 tracks on it. Each offers a candid look into this artist’s

heart. Each one ministers greatly to the souls of its listeners while captivating them with hardcore beats and a voice that sounds fresh off the streets.

The first track on the CD, “Welcome,” introduces listeners to an album that promises to sustain their attention with “custom-made” beats that keep their heads bobbin’, anointed lyrics that spit Holy Ghost fire and heart-felt messages powerful enough to make a thug weep.

Those who are about that (thug) life, after listening to these songs, will receive an impartation of wisdom that is sure to redefine their definition of manhood.

The lines in the song are “a representative of the struggles that I came through as a child,” says Moses, who wrote his songs and is the album’s executive producer. “And also, the song represents me as a person beyond music.

It represents me as a preacher, my testimony. And also I wanted people to

be able to see Christ in me without the commercialized version of Christ.

“I wanted people to be able to take someone like me (as a positive example) who abused ecstasy pills, smoked marijuana, who dropped out of high school, who made countless bad decisions and completely turned my life around for His glory,” says Moses, who will be getting his associates degree in entertainment technology from Baton Rouge Community College in the fall.

On the third track, “Keep Me Going,” Moses shares, “It might be your grandparents, it might be your kids, there’s somethin’ that’s inside of you that’s tellin’ you don’t quit.

“It might be your old man, it might be your pastor,” he says in the song, “there’s somethin’ that’s inside of you that’s tellin’ you don’t slack up. Go hard or go home, or play sick and stay home. Better bring you’re A game. I’m Monday night in the Super Dome. I keep going for the prostitutes, keep goin’ for the drug addicts, keep goin’ for the drug dealers, my momma had a drug habbit. I seen victory and I liked what I saw, so He must keep showing, it’s that thing that keep me goin’… ” In other words, there’s something on the inside of individuals, the song explains, that gives them that extra incentive to strive for a better life and refuse to give up.

“This brother is real, and I’m feelin’ that,” says Baton Rouge radio personality Guy Brody.

Moses says the chief thing his music is written to do is point people to the Lord.

“Christ has made salvation available to any and everybody who is willing to receive Him in their hearts, according to Romans 10:9,10,” Moses says. “That is what’s most important.”

Visit Moses at http:// www.facebook.com/hopemusicLLC. Follow him on Twitter at @hopemusic.

To book him, call Lakeisha Moses at (225) 278-1789 or e-mail themanifestation@yahoo.com.

Donald Lee is founder-pastor of Kingdom Living Christian Center in Dallas and a free-lance journalist. He can be

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A Healthy You Razor Bump Treatment offered at Bronner Brothers Show

Courtesy of Pamela R. Springer, Global Skin Solutions, LLC

-- Pamela Springer, a licensed educator and founder of The Skin & Makeup Institute of Arizona, will be demonstrating razor bump treatments for barbers who want to administer professional chair treatments to their clients.

Reportedly, 60 percent of black men are afflicted with this disorder. This anomaly is generally accompanied with ingrown hairs. It has been proven that administering professional treatments to clients using a home care regimen, they will experience long-term results.

Springer comments, "As an educator I travel throughout the country training licensed technicians on clinical treatments that have been proven to resolve most ethnic skin conditions.

First, the professional needs to understand the mechanism or the unique structure of black skins. The next step is the understanding of result-oriented, skin-friendly ingredients that will not irritate or lead to hyperpigmentation."

She continues, "I have found that most licensed training facilities are not equipped with enough information or educational material on black skin care.

To seek this knowledge after graduating from an aesthetic school, I interned for almost a year with a dermatologist who was, at that time, an associate professor at Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science, a Historically Black College and University. This training gave me the tools necessary to disregard the myths and provide corrective clinical treatments to ethnic skin."

Springer will introduce Global Skin Solutions, a complete line of professional products that address the common skin conditions of the ethnic population. Most products tackling these conditions are over-the-counter and offer only temporary results. The benefit of adding professional treatments is now the client will receive long-term results.

The product formulation includes higher quality ingredients at percentages that only licensed professionals can administer. Global Skin Solutions' products underwent a rigorous 6-month trial study and received an endorsement by board certified dermatologist, Toni C. Stockton, MD. Dr. Stockton has been the Dermatology consultant for the NBA's Phoenix Suns, the WNBA's Phoenix Mercury and the Arizona Rattlers of the AFL PAGE 17

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27965 -- Media Program Specialist Position Summary Responsible for managing the internal television and radio patient broadcasting programs at Children's Medical Center. Responsibilities include developing and/or approving live and pre-recorded program content, facilitating patient participation in media programs, supervising media student interns and volunteers, and maintaining strong internal and community relationships required to maintain fully operational television and radio studios.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Responsible for the supervision and management of staff, student interns and volunteers; Manages all aspects of the media student internship program; Orients and trains volunteers to support media broadcasts.

Develops, coordinates, and/or approves live and pre-recorded program content for radio and television broadcasts; Provide on-site management,

support and/or 'talent' during live radio and/or television broadcasts and activities; Evaluate and develop the media program in collaboration with the Volunteer Services Director.

Develops, coordinates, and/or approves live and pre-recorded program content for radio and television broadcasts; Provide on-site management, support and/or 'talent' during live radio and/or television broadcasts and activities; Evaluate and develop the media program in collaboration with the Volunteer Services Director.

Applies working knowledge of radio and television equipment and software; Trains others on equipment and software as needed; Troubleshoots audio and video problems during live broadcasts as needed; Monitors and maintains studio equipment and supplies.

Facilitates patient participation in media broadcasts and/or therapeutic projects with individual patients and/or groups when schedule permits.

Organizes and facilitates media and/ or special events in collaboration with Child Life and Public Relations Minimum 2 years of related experience required Specific knowledge, skills, and abilities Working knowledge of radio and television broadcasting equipment and software, including, but not limited to; Apple computer equipment, video mixer/ switchers, audio recording equipment/ mixer, video equipment (cameras, lights, tripods, etc.). Final Cut Pro editing knowledge/experience.

Ability to train and supervise staff, student interns and volunteers.

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Strong oral and written communication skills with the broadest range of individuals including children, families, the general public and professionals.

Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and work on multiple projects and programs.

Works collaboratively and in a positive manner with others.

Ability to demonstrate leadership and management skills.

Knowledge of infant, child and adolescent growth and development.

Ability to adapt programs, equipment and materials to suit the individual needs of children with a variety of conditions or abilities.

Ability to work in a fast-paced and stressful environment.

Ability to set goals and judge results in accordance with the highest standards.Perform work according to Children's policies and procedures, professional standards of care and applicable laws.

Physical Demands Light - Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly and may require walking or standing to a significant degree.

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Comedians play to benefit charities Local and national headliners from the DFW area are coming together to host a benefit Softball Game! Meet and greet comedians’ families and friends and have fun doing it. Let’s all help with this event as these comedians host this event and donate proceeds to the local chapters of the YMCA and Salvation Army. What better way to spend Labor Day weekend than with fun-loving comics who don’t know what ‘labor’ is!

This DFW Comics Charity Softball event will take place Sunday, September 2, 2012 at 1pm at Glencoe Park-Field #2- 5300 Martel Dr- Dallas, TX 75206. Bring your entire family for an afternoon of fun! Free Hotdogs and Drinks…1st come- 1st served.

Comedians schedule to play/ appear (Lineup scheduled to change): Paul Varghese- (Comedy Central, Live at Gotham... Paul Varghese.com) Keith Manning(DeadBeatClubTv.com, LaughFestGr.org, Great American Comedy Festival) Chris Lehman (Dallas Funniest Person Winner 2012) Jason James-(EyeOpener CW33; Breakroom Series; and The Confidential Conservative video series) Quenton ‘Q’ Coleman (We Got Next Comedy Series) Linda Stogner (Owner – BackDoor Comedy Club) CJ Starr (StarrStruck Radio Show) Bobby Friske (FriskyBusiness Web Radio Show) Chelsea Hood (CW33 EyeOpenerTV) Raj Sharma

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Sponsors include- Hyenas Comedy Club (Owners – Randy Butler); Backdoor Comedy Club (Owners – Janis Norton & Linda Stogner), Da' Brick Comedy Explosion (Promoter – Steven Keller) , That’s My Forte Talent Agency (Owner – Khadijah Forte) ; and more being added Beneficiaries: Each team plays and donates proceeds to give to their local charity: YMCA Salvation Army Free Hotdogs and Drinks…1st come basis

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This is what REAL leadership looks like!

NBCC Responds to Report Released by US Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor & Pensions (HELP Committee) on For-Profit College Two Dallas Alumnae Chapter presidents, Jovern James and Ella Goode Johnson with past national president of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Gwendolyn Boyd at recent conference sponsored by the Sheila Bailey Ministries. Ms. Boyd was the luncheon keynote speaker

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EDUCATION NOTES President Obama signs new initiative to improve educational outcomes for African Americans

attend integrated and effective elementary and secondary schools, colleges, and universities. Nonetheless, substantial obstacles to equal educational opportunity still remain in America’s educational system. African American students lack equal access to highly effective teachers and principals, safe schools, and challenging college-preparatory classes, and they disproportionately experience

practices to improve African American student achievement in school and college, and to develop a national network of individuals, organizations, and communities that will share and implement these practices.

It will also help ensure that Federal programs and initiatives administered by the Department of Education and other Federal agencies maintain a focus on serving and meeting the educational needs of African Americans.

The Initiative will complement the existing White House Initiative that strengthens the nation’s Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) by working with Federal agencies and partners nationwide to provide all African American students with a more effective continuum of education programs.

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The Executive Order also creates the President’s Advisory Commission on Educational Excellence for African Americans, to aid and advise the work of the Initiative. The Commission will advise President Obama and Education Secretary Arne Duncan on matters pertaining to the educational attainment of the African American community, including the development, implementation, and coordination of resources aimed at improving educational opportunities and outcomes for African Americans of all ages. The Commission will also engage the philanthropic, business, nonprofit, and education communities in a national dialogue on African American student achievement, and work with the Initiative to establish partnerships with stakeholders from these sectors to achieve the objectives of this Executive Order.

President Barack Obama signs the White House Initiative on Educational Excellence for African Americans Executive Order in the Oval Office, July 26, 2012. Standing behind the President, from left, are: Patricia Coulter, CEO National Urban League of Philadelphia; Rep. Danny Davis, D- Ill.; Reverend Al Sharpton; Dr. Freeman Hrabowski, President of University of Maryland, Baltimore County; Secretary of Education Arne Duncan; Benjamin Jealous, President of the NAACP; Ingrid Saunders- Jones, Chair of the National Council of Negro Women; Rep. Chaka Fattah, D-Pa.; Kaya Henderson, Chancellor of DC Public Schools; and Michael Lomax, President of the United Negro College Fund. (Official White House Photo by Pete Souza)

Executive Order Establishes the White House Initiative on Educational Excellence for African Americans During his remarks at the National Urban League conference in New Orleans, LA, President Barack Obama announced he would sign an Executive Order today to improve outcomes and advance educational opportunities for African Americans.

The President has made providing a complete and competitive education for all Americans – from cradle to career – a top priority. The White House Initiative on Educational Excellence for African Americans will work across Federal agencies and with partners and communities nationwide to produce a more effective continuum of education programs for African American students. The Initiative aims to ensure that all African American students receive an education that fully prepares them for high school graduation, college completion, and productive careers.

In the less than 60 years since the Brown v. Board of Education decision put America on a path toward equal educational opportunity, America’s educational system has undergone a remarkable transformation. Many African American children who attended substandard, segregated schools in the 1950s have grown up to see their children

school discipline and referrals to special education.

Significantly improving the educational outcomes of African Americans will provide substantial benefits for our country by advancing important outcomes, like increasing college completion rates, employment rates, and the number of African American teachers.

Enhanced educational outcomes for African Americans will lead to more productive careers, improved economic mobility and security, and greater social well-being for all Americans.

Advancing Educational Achievement of African American Students The President has set the goal for America to have the highest proportion of college graduates in the world by 2020. To reach this ambitious goal, and to ensure equality of access and opportunity in education for all Americans, the Obama Administration is dedicating new resources, through rigorous and wellrounded academic and support services, to enable African American students to improve their educational achievement and prepare for college and career.

The White House Initiative on Educational Excellence for African Americans, housed within the Department of Education, will work with the Executive Office of the President and Cabinet agencies to identify evidence-based best

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"WHY WE GO BROKE?"

New York, NY -- ND Publishing releases Why We Go Broke?, a financial lecture that mixes music, humor and financial literacy. The audio CD looks at the financial decisions of a fictional basketball player. The lecture takes the listener through his journey from financial ignorance to knowledge.

According to FINRAs Financial Capability Study, it was found that the average American needed to improve their financial knowledge. The study yielded the following: * Making Ends Meet. 20% of individuals reported that over the past year, their household spent more than their income. * Planning Ahead. 60% of individuals lack a "rainy day" fund to cover expenses for three months, in case of emergencies such as sickness, job loss or economic downturn. * Managing Financial Products.

24% of individuals reported using one or more non-bank borrowing methods in the past five years. * Financial Knowledge and Decision-Making. On average, individuals answered three out of five financial literacy questions correctly. In addition, 62% of individuals said that, when obtaining their most recent credit card, they did not collect and compare information about cards from more than one company.

Why We Go Broke? provides listeners with practical information concerning personal finance, investing, Support Black -owned bookstores

Controversial new book addresses Christianity and politics

Atlanta, GA (BlackNews.com) -Memory Melody Gardner's new book, Christianity and Politics ($14.99, paperback; $7.49, e-book) debunks the idea that our system of government and Christian faith should be one and the same, celebrates the Church as the Godgiven, moral compass of a society, and systematically unravels the complexities

of divisive issues in a way that a fifthgrader could understand. Whether a Christian or not, Christianity and Politics will be informative and helpful to those engaging these conversations every day.

Christianity and Politics discusses confusing and complex topics like - how Jews and Christians came to be governed by worldly political systems and how they are to respond to this "new normal."

It also discusses complicated and divisive topics to include labels like "conservative" and "liberal," embryonic stem cell research, caring for the "least of these" in society, abortion, the initiation of life and where it is found, same-sex marriage and Universal health care.

"It's my hope," states Ms. Gardner, "that Christianity and Politics will be a resource for people to engage in meaningful discussions around politics one conversation at a time. The purpose of this book is not to persuade the reader to choose one political direction over another, but to remind us as Christians that being "salt" & "light" in our conversations and interactions with one another is paramount to God." Melody Gardner is a Dallas

Theological Seminary graduate and a former senior leader with Campus Crusade for Christ (Cru) and The Impact Movement for eighteen years on college campuses and at the national headquarters. She witnessed college students shift from knowing there was absolute right and wrong to right and wrong being relative. Consequently, she heard young Christians ask, "How can I

tell another how to live?" Christianity and Politics answers this question.

Ms Gardner, now heads a nonprofit organization called Hesed Consulting, assisting other nonprofit organizations to remain IRS compliant, financially sustainable and human resource viable.

For more information, visit www.christianityandpolitics.org

Brenda Jackson needs your vote Courting Justice (a Madaris Family Series novel) has been nominated for an award by African American Literary Awards Show.

Please take the time to vote now.

The link below will take you directly to the voting page. Instructions

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and retirement planning. People who lack financial literacy pay more for financial services, have higher debt and have less money for retirement. The lecture chooses a basketball player to illustrate what can happen without proper financial management. According to Sports Illustrated, it was estimated in 2009 that 60 percent of NBA players are broke within five years of retiring from the game. The NBA recently announced that players will be forced for the first time to save money for retirement.

Investing, retirement planning and estate planning are all topics that are covered in Why We Go Broke? The lecture is presented by Narcisse Dargenson. Narcisse Dargenson holds a B.A. from Johnson C. Smith University and a MBA from Georgia Southern University. Why We Go Broke? is available at Amazon.com and iTunes.com. The lecture brings humor and creativity to a serious subject.

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Mark your calendar FWBC Sports & Rec. presents SWING CLASSES at the Wild Wild West!

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

Location: FWBC Banquet Area Cost: FREE * No experience necessary * Adults of all ages and skill levels are welcome * For more information, contact sports@friendshipwest.org or (214) 861-0457.

TUNE IN TO THE DOCK POWER HOUR Every Wednesday, 6-8pm www.dfwiradio.com call in # 214.317.4855 Lively, informative and power-packed weekly radio show dedicated to delivering relevant, interesting, edu-taining information to our listeners

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August Board/Membership Meeting!

6:30 p.m.

Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce Boardroom Your chance to meet and greet members and leadership of the Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce and find out what's going on in the DBCC community!

UNCF 2012 Corporate Appreciation Reception Time: 6:30pm – 8:30pm Where: African American Museum - Fair Park 3536 Grand Ave, Dallas, TX 75210

August 17 6th Annual “Do the Write Thing” Writing Workshop

When: Friday, August 17, 2012 from 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm; Saturday, August 18, 2012 from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Where: Tarrant County College – Northeast Campus, 828 W. Harwood in Hurst, Texas Cost: $50.00; includes meals and workshop materials; Onsite registration is $75.00; $25.00 for students Published and aspiring published authors are invited to attend.

This year's featured speakers include award winner Ann Weisgarber, national spoken word artist Michael Guinn, fantasy fiction author Urania Fung and author/conference founder Shewanda Riley.

Topics include: 50 Shades of Writing, Poetry Writing Institute, Marketing Tips for Writers, Digital Publishing Institute: From Concept to Completion, Marketing Tips for Writers, Gift Box Writing, Copyright and Other Legal Issues for Writers, Writing Fantasy Fiction.

There will also be manuscript critique sessions for attendees.

Visit www.thewritethingworkshop.com or call 972-533-3543 for more details.

August 25 Michael Ward, an extraordinary jazz violinist will headline the entertainment for the Urban League of Greater Dallas 45th Anniversary Gala. Old School crooners, VINJAC, will also perform.

The event will be held on Saturday, August 25, 2012 at the Hilton Anatole Hotel, 2201 Stemmons Freeway at 7:00 p.m. For ticket information call (214) 915-4600.

August 31 Dallas NPHC Mega Greek Fest August 31- September 2, 2012.

Friday, August 31 activity is a 3 hour boat ride on the Star of Texas Party Yacht in Lewisville; tickets are $15. Ticket includes music and light hors d'oeuvres, BYOB. Saturday, Aug 1 is annual picnic at Turner Park from 1:00 p.m. until 6 p.m. Free food, music and games. Worship on Sunday, Sept 2 at Antioch Fellowship Baptist Church at 10:00 a.m.

Volunteers are needed. T-Shirts are also being sold to the Mega Greek Fest. To purchase t-shirts, please visit the following website http:// www.nphcdallas.org/mega-greek-fest-t-shirts.html.

September 1

The Hamilton Park School will celebrate its 57th school-wide reunion from Friday, August 17 through Sunday, August 19.

Ticket price is $60 after August 1. For more information, visit our website: www.hpschoolwidereunion.org.

Rattler Roundup August 4 12:00pm Champps Americana 4951 Belt Line Road Dallas, TX 75001

It’ a Black College Weekend celebrating with the Dallas Metroplex Council of Black Alumni Associations

Wounded Heart Campaign Taking a STAND against sexual violence Presents 2nd annual Dancing for Charity For more info, www.ariseintl.org August 18 Dallas Poetry Slam in partnership with TeCo Theatrical Productions

BACK TO SCHOOL with Author Stephanie Perry Moore Sat. August 4th, 2-4p The Dock Bookshop Student Recruitment Reception September 6 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Center for Community Cooperation 2900 Live Oak Dallas, TX 75204 August 11 Next Chapter Meeting: Saturday, August 11 at 10:00 am Center for Community Cooperation 2900 Live Oak Dallas, TX 75204 PAGE 22

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Bring your entire family for an afternoon of fun! Free Hotdogs and Drinks…1st come- 1st served.

presents September 14 "Brave Young Voices" (A Youth Talent Showcase) featuring Dallas Poetry Slam Team, Will Richey & Alexandro Perez Inspiring kids to use their voices to be creative and to be heard Saturday, August 18, 2012 7:30 p.m.

Tickets are $10 in advance, $15 at the door

Covenant Keepers - Marriage Community MARRIAGE CONFERENCE 2012 Theme: ONEness Under Construction Date: Friday, September 14, 2012 Sunday, September 16, 2012 Time:Friday: 3:00 pm check-in | Sunday: 10:00 am check-out Marriott Dallas - Solana 5 Village Circle, Westlake, TX, 76262 (817) 430-5000 Guest Speakers: Dr. Johnny C. Parker, Jr. and Mrs. Lezlyn Parker !

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September 15 Theme: “The NAACP Garland Branch: Creating Legends and Leaders” Time: Silent Auction 9:00 a.m. (PayPal, cash or check contributions only for auction items) Brunch 10:00 a.m.

The National Association For The Advancement of Colored People

Garland Branch Presents

22th Annual

Freedom Fund Silent Auction and

Brunch Saturday, September 15, 2012 Silent Auction 9:00 a.m. Brunch 10:00 a.m.

Doubletree Hotel 1981 North Central Expressway Richardson, Texas 75080

October 12 86th Annual Awards Banquet Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce 7:00 p.m.

Dallas Convention Center Ballroom A The chamber banquet draws approximately 1,000 attendees annually and this year will feature the special presentation of the Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce / Thomas L. Houston Community Service Award to honor an individual who has made significant contributions as a volunteer to the civic enhancements of the African American community in the greater Dallas area.

Keynote Speaker: Tammy Mutasa NBC 5 DFW Reporter Brunch Table: $400.00 – Individual Ticket: $40.00 For More Information Please Call the NAACP Garland Branch at (972) 381-5044, Box #5

Attire: Business Casual Place: Doubletree Hotel 1981 North Central Expressway Richardson, TX 75080 Keynote Speaker: Tammy Mutasa- NBC 5 MC: Marquis Hankins- Garland Branch NAACP September 21-23! The 2012 Art Uprising in West Village benefitting Easl is a two-day free arts festival featuring local artists, bands, food, and other entertainment.

September 22

DBCC 29th Annual Quest For Success Awards Luncheon February 2013

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