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Arts & Entertainment

Event highlights of the week! Sportswise

The SportsWise team discusses basketball phenom Caitlin Clark and how she could change the sport moving forward.

Cover Story: Mother's Day

We are celebrating Mother's Day by asking our vendors what advice their mothers gave them to get them through tough times.

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From the Streets

In another story for Mother's Day, StreetWise talks to two Chicago women of color -- a naturopathic doctor/birth doula and a certified professional midwife -- about why the $23 million for birth equity in Gov. J.B. Pritzker's budget is a good first step.

The Far South Community Development Corporation extends its marketplace into 2025 to showcase four new Blackowned small businesses alongside five returning ones.

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The Playground

Dave Hamilton, Creative Director/Publisher dhamilton@streetwise.org

Suzanne Hanney, Editor-In-Chief suzannestreetwise@yahoo.com

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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT RECOMMENDATIONS

Local and Abroad!

'Opening Passages:' Photographers Respond to Chicago and Paris

"Opening Passages" brings together 10 photographic commissions by French and American artists that survey the dynamic social landscapes of Chicago and Paris. In addition to being featured at the Chicago Cultural Center, 78 E. Washington St., this multi-venue exhibition features site-specific installations in non-traditional venues and community spaces across the city, including Experimental Station (Hyde Park), BUILD Chicago (Austin), 6018North (Edgewater), and The Salt Shed (Goose Island). These various activations feature work that resonates with the neighborhoods venues and speak to the socio-cultural themes that structure the overall exhibition, which reflects on urban divisions, cultural identity, immigrant experiences, waterfronts and green spaces, and the built environment. The exhibition centers stories from the margins, forming a visual collage of life within these two global cities. FREE.

An Underappreciated Genius!

‘Chryssa & New York’

As a Greek immigrant, a woman, and a queer artist, Chryssa—who used only her first name professionally—became a leading figure of the New York avant-garde art world in the 1950s and ’60s. She developed an innovative approach to activating sculptural surfaces through subtle manipulations of light and shadow. Pathbreaking in its use of signage, text, and neon, her vastly underrecognized body of work bridges pop, conceptual, and minimalist ideas of art making. Focusing on Chryssa’s output while she was based in New York from the late 1950s to the early 1970s, the exhibition includes more than 80 works, plus a new section on the artist’s relationship to Chicago, featuring works and archival materials from the Art Institute of Chicago; the Smart Museum of Art; and DePaul Art Museum. On display now - July 27, $15 with reserved entry times at Wrightwood 659, 659 W. Wrightwood Ave.

A Culinary Feast!

A Southern Night at the Cinema

Discover the South through the lens of culinary artisans at “A Southern Night at the Cinema.” Immerse yourself in a captivating cinematic experience featuring bite-sized stories that offer unique insights into the world of Southern chefs. These bite-sized stories will transport you into their city, showcasing their own restaurants and their favorite spots to eat, drink, and unwind. This is more than just food; it’s about the diverse and vibrant communities that shape the Southern culinary landscape. Gain a deeper understanding of the cultures of these vibrant Southern cities and the stories behind each chef and why they’re so passionate about their craft and communities. At 7 p.m., May 9 at the Logan Theatre, 2646 N. Milwaukee Ave. FREE but registration is recommended at www.squadup.com/events/a-southern-night-at-the-cinema---chicago

A Multimedia Experience!

‘Prophet: The Order of the Lyricist’

A multi-genre storytelling project about the life journey of a lyricist, “Prophet: The Order of the Lyricist” illuminates the distinctive practices, systems, philosophies, and political ideologies that have shaped hip-hop’s emcees and lyricists. Combining craft, prose, oration, and exposé, the work presents the coming-of-age story of an emcee, immersing audiences in a world of courage, self-determination, and devotion. Using text, sound, film, and performance, Prophet stands as a critical and embodied offering to the scholarly, civic, and ancient bodies of radical Black expression. The MCA’s presentation of “Prophet” represents the culmination of a year of relationship-building with organizations, artists, and archives. It features audio clips from the Sun Ra Archive within the Experimental Sound Studio. ThursdaySaturday (May 9 - 11) at 7:30 p.m. at the Edlis Neeson Theatre inside the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago, 220 E. Chicago Ave. Tickets are $30 at mcachicago.org

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Alternative Cabaret!

‘Muse: Earth’

"Muse" is a live music experience that incorporates drag, burlesque, clowning and other art forms to explore universal themes. "Muse: Earth" is the final installment of the Elemental series, showcasing performances of live music and vocals. "Muse" is presented by Thorne, Whimsy Stiff (pictured) and Boobs Radley in cooperation with other local artists. At Newport Theater, 956 W. Newport Ave., Saturday May 11 at 9:30 p.m. $20 general admission or $30 VIP seating at newporttheater.com

Homer Like Never Before!

A.B.L.E. presents ‘The Odyssey’

A.B.L.E. (Artists Breaking Limits & Expectations) a Chicago-based nonprofit that creates theater and film for, with, and by individuals with Down syndrome and other intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD), returns to Chicago Shakespeare Theater, 800 E. Grand Ave., with a re-imagining of the epic classic “The Odyssey.” A.B.L.E’s production weaves music, movement, shadow puppetry, and scenes devised by the group into a powerful and joyful celebration of the choices we make, and the challenges we face along our journey. The vibrant adaptation features a neurodiverse cast of 44 performers, including 24 actors with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Saturday, May 11 at 2 p.m. Tickets are pay-what-you-can, starting at $15 at chicagoshakes.com

Comedy

'Unsend’

Superstars!

Described by the New York Times as a “master of improvisation,” David Pasquesi (HBO’s “VEEP,” “TJ & Dave,” “Strangers With Candy”) is joined by Chicago favorites Sue Gillan (NBC’s “Shrink,” Second City) and Mike Brunlieb (HBO’s “South Side,” Amazon’s “Utopia”) in “Unsend,”, a razor-sharp master class of long-form improvisation. Witness improvised comedy at its finest. Thursday May 9, 7 p.m. at The Revival, 1160 E. 55th St. Tickets are $20 at therevival.com/shows

A Classic Revisited!

‘Native Son’

Set in Chicago’s South Side during the 1930’s, the play follows 20-year-old Bigger Thomas struggling to realize his dreams in a world that has shut him out. After taking a job in a wealthy white man’s house, Thomas unintentionally unleashes a series of events that violently and irrevocably seal his fate. Based on a true murder case, Nambi E. Kelley’s adaptation is a powerful and suspenseful retelling of Richard Wright’s novel. Lifeline is producing the play on the 10th anniversary of its original staging and captures the power and suspense of the original work for a whole new generation. At Lifeline Theatre, 6912 N. Glenwood Ave., May 10 – June 30. Tickets start at $25 at lifelinetheatre.com

‘Ridiculous!’ With David Williamson

Magic and Laughs!

David Williamson, regarded as one of the top magicians in the world today, is known for his tours with “Circus 1903” and “The Illusionists on Broadway.” Williamson’s “Ridiculous!” is a brand new solo full-length magic production created for The Rhapsody Theater, 1328 W. Morse Ave. Mixing mind-bending illusions, side-splitting comedy, and a dash of anarchy, the show is an uproarious evening of controlled chaos ruminating on the meaning of the word ridiculous. Running Thursday - Saturday at 7:30 p.m., with Saturday 2 p.m. matinees, May 16 - June 30. Tickets start at $20 at rhapsodytheater.com

The Power of Classical Music!

Chicago Sinfonietta presents ‘REVERB’ Join the Chicago Sinfonietta for “REVERB,” featuring a lineup of works that showcase the power and energy of classical music. First is Chin’s “Subito con Forza,” a dynamic work that sets the tone for an evening, followed by “Symphony No. 3” by Louise Farrenc. Up next, experience the Chicago premiere of Carlos Simon’s “Profiles,” a work that explores the diversity of the human experience. “Rachmaninoff’s Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini,” featuring the world-renowned pianist George Li closes the program. Saturday, May 11 at 7:30 p.m. at the Auditorium Theatre, 50 E. Ida B. Wells Drive. Tickets start at $25 at auditoriumtheatre.org

The Impact of Caitlin Clark

John: Caitlin Clark was drafted first overall by the Indiana Fever. How is she going to impact the WNBA? Will it be similar to what happened with Larry Bird and Magic Johnson in 1979?

William: Well, if you make good shots, if it's hard to steal the ball from you, especially good three-point shots and good free throws, that helps out a lot. And if you got players on the team that are gonna make the team win, that's going to bring up the ratings.

Russell: She is already making an impact and the season hasn’t even started yet. I went online last night and tickets for the Sky-Indiana game were $400 – and that was the cheap seats.

That's good for the WNBA because it needs somebody like that. Women get no respect, they get no money, they get nothing for playing their ass off. They play better than some of these men’s

teams play, could probably beat some of them too. The Bulls could use a 3-point shooter like Caitlin.

John: I'll won’t argue with you about that, because she's more consistent than Coby White for the Bulls.

Russell: Teams can’t wait to play Indiana. Some of the stadiums are even too small for the bigger crowds now. Other teams can’t wait, because she can shoot. She will make an impact, the way Bird and Magic did in the NBA.

Donald: Yes, Caitlin will run up to half court and toss that ball through that ring and get nothing but net. I predict Kailyn’s first game is going to be a phenomenal 40-some points. She’s gonna be their trey-master, plus a lot of steals, a lot of rebounding.

John: The NBA was on its deathbed in ’79; only four of about 20 teams were making

money. Then all of a sudden, the Boston Celtics got Larry Bird. Magic Johnson went pro after his sophomore year at Michigan State -- to the Lakers -- after the Spartans beat Bird’s unbeaten Indiana State team in the NCAA tournament, the most viewed game in American basketball game in history. Their rivalry began in college and then went to both coasts.

They were able to do what Dr. J. (Julius Erving) couldn’t with his slam dunks. When Bird and Magic came out, the games were on tape delay. Then, in 1984, the NBA did exhibition games against local clubs in Italy, Switzerland, West Germany, Israel. Michael Jordan started the same year. They paved the way. You will have the same effect in the WNBA, if Caitlin pans out and stays healthy.

William: Like you said, as long as she doesn't get hurt.

Russell: Basketball is basketball. Shouldn’t matter: men/ women. Give them women some support. They don’t get paid like the men get paid. They gotta go overseas and make extra money. Caitlin coming to town will change all that. It’s got to! They’re selling out.

Donald: Caitlin Clark is gonna be like a Michael Jordan for the Indiana Fever. She's going to help build the game and make them do a little more study so far as women's pay.

John: You could have an expansion of the WNBA like you’ve never seen before. You have 12 teams now? You could easily have 24 teams if she is as advertised.

Any comments, suggestions or topic ideas for the SportsWise team? Email StreetWise Editor Suzanne Hanney at suzannestreetwise@yahoo.com

Mom's Best Advice

Russell Adams

She told me to always respect women, no matter what. Respect your mother and love her while she’s still here because when she’s gone there will be a spot in your heart that’s empty. If your mother’s still living, do all you can for her and spend time with her because when she’s gone all you have is memories.

A. Allen

My mom was born in Edwards, Miss. and came to Chicago in the late 1950s or early '60s and worked at Schulze and Birch Biscuit Co., (still at 1133 W. 35th St.) for 37 years. She retired with perfect attendance: no unexcused absences.

Yes, we had a father in the home and his emphasis was education. But I remember Mom’s sayings, because they make sense now:

• “Don't be a burden to society."

• "Do something for yourself."

• "Try to earn an honest living for yourself. You'll sleep better because honesty is the best policy."

She would say "Mama may have and Papa may have, but God blesses the child that has its own." Or, "When you come to the end of your rope, tie a knot and hold on." Or Ephesians 6:13 -- [Therefore put on the full armor of God]...so having done all you can to stand, stand, be strong. Be strong, my son, because only the strong will survive."

Jimmie Beckless

Always keep your head up and always be nice to other people. And always wish the ladies Happy Mother’s Day.

VW

My mom always told us to only spend half of our food stamps at the beginning of the month. We’d go on the 19th of the month and stock up on the rest. That way we’d budget for enough food for the whole month.

Advice for Hard Times

Addie Bell

She said “hard times don’t always last but tough people do.” That means to me you have to be responsible for yourself at all times.

Debbie Booker

The best advice my mother ever gave me was to trust my heart whenever I am struggling with a decision. She'd ask me what my gut is telling me and advise me to listen to that quiet voice inside my head -- advice I continue to use almost every day. Thanks, Mom, you are always in my heart. I love you. RIP

Gregg Cole

“Save your money.” I didn’t listen to her but she told me. I can see how she’s right.

Kimberly Brown

To be honest, respectable, and always respect my elders. She told me to always do what’s right by people and have no problems. To try to never give up, and try again to succeed, and keep going so I can’t fail. To be successful and accomplish my goals, that would make my mom proud of me. Thank God.

Danny Davis

My mother always said, "God blesses the child that has his own."

Jeff Sirota

"Hang in there. It should get better." She said that when I was homeless." I'm not homeless now. I am on disability and I work at StreetWise part-time.

John Hagan

The best advice she gave me was just to enjoy life, because that’s what my mother had always done. Her way of enjoying life was going to White Sox games. She rooted for her team regardless of whether they won. She was a huge White Sox fan. She taught me who to watch for in terms of who could play consistently. It applies the same way at StreetWise, to be consistent at your job.

Gerald Farmer

“Be patient, stay calm, don’t complain and don’t get upset. Ask questions. Don’t jump the gun and go off on people. Thank God and be happy.” There was a time when I didn’t have work, I was working for agencies. She said God can do miracles, she said don’t get upset and worry about what people say about you.

Lee A. Holmes

Gwendolyn Freeman

“No virus that comes against me shall prosper:” Isaiah 54:17 from the Bible. What that means to me is that God is still in control. And I thank all my friends and customers out there.

Robert Laine

My parents made it through the Depression, so a lot of advice had to do with survival. My mom was the youngest of 13 kids, a straight-A student in high school who had to drop out to support the family. She taught me how to cook. I can buy a cart worth of groceries using coupons and whatnot for $20. She was a coupon saver and I got into that habit myself. She taught me to always have the staples on hand: milk, eggs, bread. Don't spend money on a name brand when a generic will do just as well. She grew up on potato pancakes and grew the potatoes in her backyard.

She said, whatever I put my mind to I can do it, and whatever I decide to be in life, be the best at it. One of my favorite memories, when she was staying in Chicago Heights, we would go to McDonalds or Wendy’s. When we were walking down the street and I would see some money, it might be $20 or $50, the joke would be you can see what you want to see. One time she saw it but couldn’t pick it up so I did and it was $400. She was very kind-hearted, took people in who didn’t have no place to go. The majority of times, I gave up my room for people who came to the house. That’s why I want to create low-income housing, in memory of her.

Donald Morris

JT Tucker

Have respect for people. You just have to empathize. Do what you do. It’s rough out there now. Everything is slow. You just have to try.

She told me to get on my knees and learn the Lord’s Prayer. I was about 7. It’s important for me to talk to Him and always remember that there is Somebody out there looking out.

Robert Johnson

I remember my mom telling me to be the best I can be. Whatever I did in life to be the best man I can be.

Deborah Jackson

"To give up is not an option. Keep on pushing."

John Kidd

To keep out of trouble, do my schoolwork and hang with good people. If I chose to go the other way, she told me the outcome could be prison, or an early death. She also told me to trust in God.

Pritzker's $23M for birth equity: good 1st step, but more still needed

by Suzanne Hanney

The new $23 million toward birth equity in Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s FY 2025 budget will be spread pretty thin, but it’s welcome just the same, say Mai Heath and Star August.

“I think it’s trying to touch several aspects of birth equity and spreading the resources thin. The positive is that it’s $23 million more than we had,” said Heath, a naturopathic doctor, birth doula, and founding director of NDoula Community Alliance, which seeks to address quality of life gaps in Chicago by increasing access to patient-centered, equitable, integrative health care.

“The Black maternal health crisis has been going on for centuries, as long as we’ve been in this country; it’s a lot to unpack,” Heath said. The roots of gynecology, for example, date to experiments on enslaved women.

August, who is one of only 5 certified professional midwives (CPMs) of color in Illinois, said she welcomed the line item’s $4.4 million allocation toward resource building of communitybased providers. However, she said there is still a huge workforce shortage, especially in Cook County, which is an “OB desert” thanks to hospital closures. August is also executive director and co-founder of Holistic Birth Collective.

In addition to the $4.4 million for community settings, Pritzker’s budget proposes a $5 million increase to the Department of Human Services (DHS) home visiting program. The remainder of the $23 million includes:

• $12 million for a Child Tax Credit for kids under age 3

• $1 million for a DHS Diaper Distribution program

• $1 million increase in the Illinois Reproductive Health Facilities Grant administered by the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity

Besides the lack of facilities, “an abundance of us are choosing to birth unassisted rather than walk into a hospital,” August said, due to racial bias, perceived lack of respect and control over the birthing process.

“There’s lots of reasons we may not go to the doctor; it’s about not having a trusting, transparent relationship, but one based on power and positionality,” Heath said.

The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, for example, found in 2017 that 22 percent of African Americans said they avoided necessary medical care out of fear of discrimination.

Black women are thus increasingly turning to community birth settings, whether at home or a birthing center, August said. Legislation passed by the Illinois General Assembly in 2021 provides for 17 birthing center alternative programs, 10 of them in the area that includes Cook, DuPage, Kane, Lake, McHenry and Will counties.

The issue is literally life and death. According to the Illinois Department of Public Health, Black women were three times more likely to die from pregnancy-related medical conditions than white non-Hispanic women between 2018 and 2020. Moreover, 91% percent of their deaths were preventable due to clinical, social, community, system or patient factors.

The situation in Chicago is even more dire. According to the 2019 Chicago Department of Public Health data report, Black women were six times more likely to die during or within one year of pregnancy (98.8/100,000 births) than non-Hispanic white women (17/100,000 births); Latinas were twice as likely to die (34.3/100,000 births) than non-Hispanic white women. Women in communities with high economic hardship had the highest pregnancy-related mortality: 62.7/100,000 births.

Social justice demands better medical outcomes. Medicaid pays for 42 percent of all births in the U.S., including 64 percent of Black births in 2020, according to the “Improving Our Maternity Care Now Through Community Birth Settings” report by the National Partnership for Women and Families.

Both Heath and August said they would like to see increased funding for their work with Medicaid families. CPMs receive $900 to $1,200 for an entire 16-week prenatal visiting program, but they should be paid closer to that of a physician in a hospital, August said.

“We bring a lot of preventative value: $150,000 for everyone not admitted to the neonatal intensive care unit,” she said.

Conventional medicine does not focus enough on preventive health care, Heath said. As a doula, she was able to build relationships with moms -- “pillars of support” -- during prenatal

and postnatal visits. She could see what resources they had and suggest others.

When she worked on a pilot program for incarcerated women, she was able to help one mom who lost her child in a domestic violence situation regain custody, simply by being nonjudgmental and providing legal and emotional/mental resources. Another group she led met weekly and even took their babies to Navy Pier. She has helped moms gain employment and find housing.

Doulas are most of all advocates who coordinate care and teach people how to access the system, she said.

Many of Heath’s moms disdain invasive intervention and over-medicalization, so she seeks to offer them alternatives such as naturopathic medicine or Reiki, and overall stress management.

Birthing centers typically allow options not available in hospitals: more freedom to walk around, to ingest liquids or solid food and to have companions of choice: a partner, a doula, family members. Birth is treated as a healthy, normal part of life and moms leave with a better feeling of relaxation, according to the “Improving Our Maternity Care Now” study.

“The [traditional] birthing system is stressful because of bigotry and bias,” Heath said. “Doulas alleviate some of that stress by breaking through the junk to get to a normal physiological process of birth. I don’t think the conventional structure realizes the impact birth imprints on the body, mind and spirit and on the community too. The reason for poor outcomes is it does not respect the impact on the community. Crafting a birth experience you desire sets a family up for success.”

“Improving Our Maternity Care Now” describes the Strong Start of Mothers and Newborns Initiative, a five-year, multisite federal project to test and evaluate enhanced prenatal interventions for women at risk of preterm birth who were enrolled in Medicaid or the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP). There were compelling differences between women and infants in midwifery-led birth centers and those receiving typical Medicaid care in the same counties:

• Birth center infants were 26 percent less likely to be born pre-term (6.3% vs. 8.5%)

• Birth center infants were 20 percent less likely to be low birth weight (5.9% vs.7.4%)

• Birth center caesarean rate was 40 percent lower (17.5% vs. 29.0%)

• Birth center vaginal birth after caesarean was twice as high (24.2% vs. 12.5%)

• Birth center childbirth costs were 21 percent lower ($6,537 vs. $8,286)

Most of all, birth center patients perceived reduced racial inequities. “Notably, participants reported being able to understand communications with the care team, feeling heard, having time for questions, being involved in decision-making, and being treated with respect.

“...compared to women birthing in hospitals, those birthing in birth centers reported greater satisfaction and desire to use this care model again, and were more likely to feel that prenatal care elevated their self-esteem. Specifically, they were more satisfied with the personalization of their care, their care environment, the quality of their relationship with their maternity care provider, their confidence, their ability to cope with life challenges, and their ability to have a physiologic childbirth.”

Left: Star August of Holistic Birth Collective Right: Mai Heath of NDoula Community Alliance. (Provided photos)

Black-owned businesses showcased at far south cdc marketplace

The nonprofit Far South Community Development Corporation (Far South CDC) is extending its Far South CDC Marketplace from April 13 though Jan. 31, 2025. Supported by a Storefront Activation Grant from the City of Chicago’s Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection, Far South CDC is showcasing four new Black-owned small businesses alongside five returning Marketplace vendors.

Located at 837 W. 115th St., the Far South CDC Marketplace is open from noon to 6 p.m. daily, although participating small businesses manage their own hours.

New businesses include:

Be Original Clothing, which speaks to those who have experienced rejection with a line of faith-based apparel that celebrates resilience and growth through life's challenges. beoriginal429.com

Cherish a Peace of Nature, hair care products infused with high quality essential oils, and enriched with premium natural and organic ingredients to nurture the scalp, skin and hair. cherishapeaceofnature.com.

Kraft It Up, specializing in trendy custom apparel, gifts and accessories for all occasions, and hosting craft workshops and classes throughout Chicagoland. kraftitup.biz

Naturals by Nette, which sells handmade soap and body care products made from natural oils and butters. naturalsbynette.com

Returning vendors include:

Bomb Beauty Boutique, for explosive looks at an affordable price, unique women's and men's clothing and accessories. bombbeautyboutique.com

Cosmic Creole, a holistic health service aiding mind, body and spirit through medicinal plants. cosmiccreole.com.

Javez Java Coffee Roastery, an independent that uses only high-quality beans, with notes including spicy, nutty, fruity and earthy, to provide a well-balanced coffee. javezjava.com

Max Candle Co, which provides holistic healing through aromatherapy, with soy and beeswax blended scented candles in reusable containers. maxcandleco.com

Vessels of the Paut Neteru, which honors and shares the way of life of the ancestors, providing a large selection of

Adinkra symbols and objects made from ebony wood, handmade in the U.S. and Africa. ritatownesvesselsofthepautneteru.art

For many of the small businesses, the Far South CDC Marketplace is their first storefront location. The initial pilot of the Marketplace launched in November 2022, funded by the City of Chicago’s Small Business Storefront Activation Program.

“We are thrilled to continue our Far South CDC Marketplace program, providing an opportunity for these incredible South Side businesses in the city of Chicago to explore the market of a physical retail space and showcase their goods, services and products—as we promote, foster and support entrepreneurship within our communities and obtain ownership to create generational wealth,” said Cam Brown, director of the Neighborhood Business Development Center at Far South CDC.

Far South Community Development Corporation (Far South CDC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides strategic community-building services to residents and businesses on Chicago’s Far South Side and across south suburban Cook County. The organization is a voice and advocate for economic, environmental and social justice for residents and businesses in the region. farsouthcdc.org.

For more information and specific business hours, visit farsouthcdc.org/marketplace or call 773.831.7107.

– Suzanne Hanney, from online materials

Pauline Sylvain-Lewis (right) owner of Max Candle Co, with a customer at the Far South CDC Marketplace (F ar South CDC photo ).

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