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Come See
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The Black Star Project's
The Sunday University
Sunday, November 1, 2015
2:30 pm
3509 South King Drive, Suite 2B
Chicago, Illinois
FREE Movie and Discussion!!!
Please call 773.285.9600 for more information.
These five young Black teen-age boys were accused of raping a young White woman in Central Park in New York City in 1989. They did not do it, but they all were found guilty and sent to prison for 13 years. They were essentially "framed" by the New York City Police Department. New evidence had them exonerated and released. They have won a $41 million settlement from the City of New York.
In 1989, Mr. Donald Trump paused in building his real estate empire to run a 600-word ad in The New York Times, The Daily News, The New York Post and New York Newsday, at a total cost of $85,000, under the boldfaced heading, "Bring Back the Death Penalty. Bring Back Our Police!''
Mr. Trump said he wanted the ''criminals of every age'' who were "accused" (not convicted or guilty, but "accused") of beating and raping a jogger in Central Park 12 days earlier ''to be afraid.'' Mr. Trump should at least contribute $85,000 to the settlement for his part in fanning the flames against these young men.
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Harlem Fine Arts Show takes a stand on #blacklivesmatters
 Harlem Fine Arts Show takes a stand on #blacklivesmatters
Civic and community leaders, artist tackle issues of civil, personal and social justice
The Harlem Fine Arts Show (HFAS), the largest traveling African Diaspora art show and sale in the United States, will return to Chicago's Merchandise Mart October 29 - November 1. HFAS was launched in 2009 and held its first event in Chicago in 2014. Since its inception HFAS has had over 60,000 visitors, traveled to more than 10 cities and showcased hundreds of artists and galleries.
During its run the HFAS has chosen to tackle the real issues facing African Americans today. These include civil and personal rights and social justice issues. As such they will be hosting "Discussions by the Lake" on Saturday, October 31 from 4 - 6 p.m. This discussion is quickly becoming a staple of the Harlem Fine Arts Show, with the most recent event held in Washington, D.C. this September. The Forum engages people of all races, ages, colors, creeds, and sexual orientations in discussions about social justice and how they can make a difference in their communities. The topic "Where do WE go from here?" addresses the current landscape of race relations, police brutality and lack of living wages facing multicultural communities across the United States.
Recently Vanity Fair Magazine printed an editorial by Chicagoan and University of Virginia student Martese Johnson who was assaulted and arrested on March 18, 2015, by three white Alcoholic Beverage Control officers outside of a bar adjacent to the University of Virginia's grounds. Johnson recounts his feelings on becoming a trending hashtag - #justiceforMartese - in today's social media activism.
Moderating this discussion will be Dr. Benjamin Chavis, Jr., former executive director of the NAACP and current head of the National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA). Panelists include Maudlyne Ihejirika, Chicago Sun Times reporter; Rev. Gregory Seal Livingston, president and CEO of the Coalition World (TCW); Arlene Coleman, president of the Cook County Bar
Association; artist Raymond Thomas and activist and radio personality Dometi Pongo.
"The HFAS is in line with the objectives of the Black Lives Matters Movement in being "committed to collectively, lovingly and courageously working vigorously for freedom and justice for Black people and, by extension all people," says HFAS founder Dion Clarke. We're pleased to engage in this conversation that will have a distinct Chicago focus."
Other 2015 Harlem Fine Arts Show sponsors include United Airlines,Country Financial,Toyotaand Morgan Stanley. Half-price 'adult tickets' are on sale at Walgreens locations across the Chicagoland region and first time customers to the ride sharing app Lyft can receive a $20 credit by using the code HFAS2015.
Visit http://bit.ly/HFAStix for more information or to purchase tickets and follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram using the hashtag #hfaschi.
About The Harlem Fine Arts Show
First held in February 2010 in New York City, the Harlem Fine Arts Show has attracted more than 60,000 visitors since its inception. HFAS debuted in Chicago in 2014 and attendees include collectors, art enthusiasts, educators, students, and professionals. Over 80 nationally and internationally known artists, including Leroy Campbell, Paul Goodnight, Michael Escoffery, Frank Frazier,Woodrow Nash, Dane Tilghman, Brenda Joysmith, and Glenn Tunstull have been a part of the show, which also embraces the work of emerging artists. In addition, highly regarded arts establishments including Louisville's E&S Gallery, Water Kolours Fine Art in Memphis, and New York's Savacou Gallery have also contributed works to the show.
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D D. HENTON
ARRANGEMENTS FOR APOSTLE DR. RICHARD D. HENTON
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2015 LIE-IN STATE: 10:00 A.M. TO 7:00 P.M.,
MONUMENT OF FAITH, 2750 WEST COLUMBUS AVE., 60652.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2015~~HOMEGOING SERVICE:
HOUSE OF HOPE, 752 EAST 114TH, 60628 WAKE: 9:00 A.M., SERVICE 10:00 A.M.
REV. JAMES T. MEEKS, PASTOR
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HotHouse's Old And New Dreams Festival
OLD AND NEW DREAMS: HOTHOUSE FESTIVAL ANNOUNCED
Second Annual Two-Day Multi-arts Festival Features Array of Top Talent
Friday November 13 and Saturday November 14, 2015
The second annual, two-day HotHouse Old and New Dreams Festival is a multi-arts event that celebrates the intersection of jazz and "world musics". Over the past thirty years, HotHouse has consistently been a cultural leader in Chicago, and this premiere showcase will highlight some of the key programming HotHouse has to offer.
The Old and New Dreams Festival will provide a mélange of talent complete with unusual musical pairings and long-overdue popular jazz appearances. The artists range from young up and comers newly emerging on the scene, to seasoned performers worthy of greater recognition. There will even be some sho' nuff giants that seldom come to town.
"The two-day Festival was launched last year to celebrate our own revival," said Marguerite Horberg, Executive Director of HotHouse. "Over the course of the festival, we endeavor to tell a comprehensive story that speaks to our own curatorial vision crafted over decades. It is a celebration of our work, the artists we admire and the community we endeavor to serve."
This year we are thrilled to welcome a range of performers including two projects led by former homeboy Adam Rudolph. During the Saturday performance, Adam's debut projects - Moving Pictures and the Go: Organic Orchestra - will demonstrate the artful array of global influences that define his compositions.
Greg Burk of LA Weekly wrote, "The music, performed by a large ensemble of wind and percussion players, rose like vines from hand drummer Adam Rudolph's written instructions and hand signals," in response to Adam's performance. "And it truly is organic -- a blend of gentle sustained dissonance, heaven-crashing rhythm jams, and individual improvisations. No joke: a startling and involving development in roots music, with more to follow."
On Saturday afternoon, HotHouse will offer up free matinee educational events in the Logan Center penthouse "room with a view." Leading jazz critics will play their favorite LP's and they will offer their "spin" on the music that has moved them over the decades. Additionally, youth from the Black Lives Matter movement will share their insights on how to make art that responds to the moment.
Friday highlights will include the commanding performance of M.A.D.D. Rhythms' Supreme Love - a tap dance whirlwind interpretation of Coltrane's eternal hit record "A Love Supreme". Attendees will also have a rare opportunity to enjoy the performance of the 86-year-old, Philly-based sax man, Odean Pope, who will headline the evening's program.
The title of this years Festival - Old and New Dreams - pays homage to a cherished musical ensemble that featured many of the side-men in Ornette Coleman's bands from the 1960's. These artists interpreted the words Old - and - New - Dreams in a poetic and prosaic way that is representative of the organizational history and rebirth of HotHouse. Old and New Dreams promises to be spectacular multi-arts festival, that will be a heralded entry in every arts and culture fall calendar.
HotHouse, founded in 1987, provides a forum for expression in the arts that extends the milieu of academy, high caliber and international arts innovation to underserved populations throughout the Chicago metropolitan region.
Artist Bio's available upon request
Tickets available: www.hothouse.net
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