Fw: BRONZECOMM: Thursday Morning News and Events Roundup 5/08/08
Brian Banks
To: Raynard Villa Hall <rada...@mindspring.com>
Sent: Thursday, May 8, 2008 7:59:16 AM
Subject: BRONZECOMM: Thursday Morning News and Events Roundup 5/08/08
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In the Thursday Morning Bronzecomm Newsletter:
More information from the BlackStar Project about combating Youth Violence
Wine Tasting Reception launches Fathers for the Future Campaign
South Side Community Art Center announces 43rd Annual Art Auction.
Funeral Arrangements for Mr. Walter Gardner
Monroe Anderson's blog heats up election controversies
Networking opportunities for Green Business and Activists Community
The United African Organization presents 2nd Chicago Summit on African Immigrants & Refugees
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1. From: The Black Star Project <s...@blackstarproject.org>
Subject: When Doing Nothing Is No Longer an Option
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When Doing Nothing Is No Longer an Option |
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| Join us for one of the following emergency mobilizing meetings at 3509 South King Drive, Chicago, IL: | |
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· Saturday, May 10, 2008 - 11:00 am, Mobilization of Men Meeting and 1:00 pm Press Conference for the Men In Schools Stop the Violence Initiatve · Monday, May 12, 2008 - 2:00 - 3:30 pm, Community Organizations Meeting · Tuesday, May 13, 2008 - 2:00 - 3:30 pm, Faith-Based Organizations and Churches Meeting · Wednesday, May 14, 2008 - 5:30 - 7:00 pm, Women Meeting · Thursday, May 15, 2008 - 5:30 - 7:00 pm, Meeting for Students 14- to 21-years-old · Friday, May 16, 2008 - 5:00 - 6:30 pm, Educator's Meeting | |
| Get into action! Here are ways you can help to build the movement to STOP THE VIOLENCE in your community: | |
The Men In Schools "Stop The Violence" Initiative - Join this initiative on one day during the last week of May 2008. Schedule three to six men to visit a school in your city to discuss with students how and why we need to stop the violence as we highlight the value of education. The Black Star Project will provide a simple curriculum and other materials to help in these discussions. To lead this movement in your community, contact The Black Star Project at in...@blackstarproject.org, 773.285.9600 or www.blackstarproject.org for an organizing kit.
Sermons - Take your "Stop The Violence" movement to your church or to a church in your community. Ask the pastor of the church to preach a "Stop the Violence" sermon on May 25, 2008, as other pastors will be doing from all over the country. Invite youth from neighborhood schools to attend this special "Stop The Violence" service at your church.
Stop the Violencepledges - Talk to and share pledges about the "Stop The Violence" movement with children in grades k-3, 4-8 and 9-12. Have the children read the pledges to each other, discuss stopping the violence with them and have them sign a copy of the pledge as a reminder to help stop the violence. Pledges are available at The Black Star Project (in...@blackstarproject.org or by calling us at 773.285.9600).
Black and Yellow Ribbon Reminders - Make ribbon reminders of 1½ inch strips of black and yellow ribbon (attached with a safety pin) and have everyone wear them through May 31st as a reminder to the public to STOP THE VIOLENCE. Black represents the death of the children and people so far this year by violence. Yellow represents the promise of peace in the future in our communities. You need to distribute these ribbons at your schools, churches and in your community.
Forums - Have experts on various aspects of stopping the violence speak at your community forums. Some of these experts might be a psychiatrist, psychologist, policeman, gang expert, gang member, clergyman, social worker, teacher, and parents of children affected by violence imbued with a special knowledge about this topic. We suggest multiple forums that should last no more than 90 minutes each. We recommend note taking and sharing these results with elected officials, foundations, schools, community-based organizations, social-service agencies, faith-based institutions, government agencies, the media and parents. Youth Focus Groups - Unfortunately, the real experts on violence in many communities are the youth. They know when violence is going to break out, they know who is going to perpetrate the violence and they know how to navigate away from and survive the violence. We suggest a teen panel or focus group on violence. We recommend note taking and sharing these results with elected officials, foundations, schools, community-based organizations, social service agencies, faith-based institutions, government agencies, the media and parents.
Parent Universities - Stopping the violence among youth is not enough. We must train parents, families and communities to STOP THE VIOLENCE. Schedule parent and community training sessions to teach them techniques for reducing violence in their homes, schools and communities.
Marches, Rallies and Prayer Vigils - Organize marches, rallies and prayer vigils in the affected communities. Invite elected officials, foundations, schools, community-based organizations, social service agencies, faith-based institutions, government agencies and the media to participate in the event. For more information about bringing the movement to STOP THE VIOLENCEamong America's Youth to your community, visit our website at www.blackstarproject.org, email in...@blackstarproject.org, or call us at 773.285.9600. | |
2. From: jmichael <jmic...@fathersforfuture.org>
Subject: Wine Tasting Reception
WINE TASTING RECEPTION TO LAUNCH FATHERS FOR THE FUTURE
CAMPAIGN
On May 15th, 2008, celebrate spring with a wine tasting reception to launch the
Fathers for the Future Campaign. Sponsored by Washington Mutual Bank, this
event will be held at the South Shore Cultural Center, 7059 S. Shore Drive,
from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Tickets are $50 per person.
one of the last, great American heroes, Harry Belafonte, spoke on the state of our
country, international affairs, and his friendship to the late Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
When discussing Dr. King, Mr. Belafonte asked the question, “Who speaks for the poor?”
This question has had a deep and profound impact on the course Fathers for the
Future will embark upon this year.
Forty years ago, Dr King with the help of concerned citizens, launched the Poor People’s
Campaign in the hope of equality for every human being regardless of race, nationality
and religious conviction. Reminiscent of 1968, we invite you to pick up Dr. King’s torch
for economic justice with the Fathers for the Future Campaign. A man that can provide
for his family is more likely to be a remarkable father, community leader, and promising
global citizen. Proceeds of the Fathers for the Future Campaign will provide funds for
outreach, economic, and educational opportunities to the young men of Illinois over
the next ten years.
in Chicago, Illinois. Its mission is to educate young men and fathers in financial literacy,
parenting, life-skills, and job training.
“Everyone has focused their attention on the violence throughout the city” said J. Michael Carr Jr.,
president of the Fathers for the Future Foundation. “Violence in most cases is symptomatic of a
larger problem-poverty. We (Fathers for the Future) are dedicated to nurturing our young men
instead of warehousing them in prisons. At the core of our strategy is developing and training
employable young fathers to help low income families overcome a cycle of poverty and violence.
That is the goal of the Fathers for the Future Campaign.”
J. Michael Carr Jr. President and CEO Fathers for the Future Foundation 1809 E. 71st Street Suite 201 Chicago, Illinois 60649 Office-773.493.3061 Cell-773.966.8049 www.fathersforfuture.org
3. From: DDCA...@aol.com Subject: 43rd Annual Art Auction
On Saturday, May 17th, 2008, artists from across the country, supporters of the arts,
collectors, and business leaders will join the South Side Community Art
Center (SSCAC) for its 43rd Annual Art Auction.
The SSCAC Art Auction serves as the primary fundraiser to support it's
educational programs and artist services. Please come out for an
exciting evening of fine art. You can purchase tickets online at
www.soutthsidecommunityartcenter.com or the day of the auction at door.
Works by Elizabeth Catlett, David Driskell, Marva Jolly, Joyce Owens,
Abiola, Kevin Cole, and many more.
Sponsors: American Express, Aon, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois, BP, Northern Trust
4. From: 1whoknows <1who...@msn.com>
Subject: Walter Gardner Funeral Information
and brother of famed musician Burgess, made his transition at 5:30 AM
Friday morning 02 May 2008.
5. From: Monroe Anderson <monroea...@yahoo.com>
Subject: Right-wing smear machine revving up to see how low it can go
and two other new posts, Can Obama disprove his guilt by association? and
Obama may become America's seventh black president.
Your comments on my blog are encouraged.To read the blog, just click on the url address under my name.
Monroe Anderson
http://monroeanderson.typepad.com/
6. From: daughte...@aol.com
Subject: BIG BIRTHDAY PARTY 5/16
Please note: Corrected contact phone number: 773-678-9541
7. From: Bruce Montgomery <onepr...@yahoo.com>
Subject: Green Business Conference to Chicago, May 14-15 - Navy Pier
prior to the Green Festival, May 17-18 at Chicago's historic Navy Pier. Offering a plethora of speakers, workshops,
business-to-business networking, and numerous green marketing opportunities.
Jeffrey Hollander, Seventh Generation CEO said, "When it comes to green business, this conference is as good as it gets. . .
the best collection of green business leaders you’ll meet anywhere."
At this conference attendees will learn what they need to build and lead an authentic green business. Successful green business
leaders with extensive experience share their invaluable insight into the state of the green marketplace, and provide marketing
and financial models for businesses. Raphael Bemporand, Principal and Founder of BBMG, a leading marketing firm,
will unveil their new research study documenting current green consumer trends – The Conscious Consumer Report.
Businesses will be guided through an action plan to fight climate change by The Carbon Concierge and Obama campaign
Energy Advisor, Craig Sieben. Structured networking opportunities are abundant and occur throughout the conference
so businesses can meet and build connections with other business owners to form synergies and grow together.
Sara Snow, Discovery Channel and Planet Green TV Host for Get Fresh with Sara Snow, will deliver a keynote.
According to her:
"At Green Business Conference you'll encounter the enterprising side of green, where eco-preneurs, new and experienced,
exchange ideas for building a dynamic and vibrant marketplace together."
Sara Snow will be joined at this year’s event by:
Green Business Leaders: Bianca Alexander, Exec. Prod./Host, Conscious Living TV; Phil Baugh, Green Exchange;
Raphael Bemporand, Principal/Cofounder, BBMG; Connie Evans, President/CEO, CSolutions Consulting; Erin Ford,
Sustainability Officer, Organic Valley Family of Farms; Jason Graham-Nye, Cofounder/CEO, gdiapers;
Jeffrey P. Harvey, CEO, Burgerville, Inc.; Xavier Hegelsen, Cofounder/COO, BetterWorld Books; David Lubensky,
President, Bagatto, Inc.; Brenda M. Palms-Barber, Founder/COO, Sweet Beginnings; Chris Van Dyke, President/CEO,
Nau; and Bryan Welch, Publisher/Editorial Director, Ogden Publications, Inc.
Media: Body & Soul Magazine, The Chicago Reader, E The Environmental Magazine, The Herb Companion, Herbs for Health,
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Magazine, and VegNews Magazine.
Public Officials: Hon. Richard M. Daley, Mayor, City of Chicago; Sadhu A. Johnston, Chief Environmental Officer,
City of Chicago; and Suzanne Malac-McKenna, Commissioner of the Environment, City of Chicago
And The Bainbridge Graduate Institute’s The Carbon Concierge!
To view the full program schedule and learn how you can attend please visit http://www.coopamerica.biz or call 1-800-58GREEN.
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Your conference brought a new sense of being and drive… and helped me learn more about what is truly important. Thank you."
Steven D. Kimmell, Sustainability Services Consulting
Co-op America, is a nonprofit consumer education organization for environmentally wise purchasing and investing, located
in Washington, DC with over 4,000 business members and 75,000 consumer members throughout the country. Co-op America
is the publisher of the National Green Pages – which has over a million copies in circulation and the producer of the Green
Festivals. The Green Festivals are in Chicago, Seattle, San Francisco and Washington, DC and have over 150,000 people
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8. From: United African Organization <in...@uniteafricans.org>
Subject: Summit on African Immigrants & Refugees
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Subject: Help Future Olympian - Hop Step Jump » Lamont Dagen
Hello Raynard,
...original message from: "Yvette Dagen" <yda...@insightinsurance.com>
Let me introduce to some of you.....................My Little Brother, Lamont.
He is going to the Olympics and I want to share this with YOU.
Click on the link below and check out his website. He has a sponsorship tab if you would like to help send him to the Olympics
or help with his competitions. And of course, send this link to your family and friends (if nothing else but to introduce them
to Lamont and watch for him in the Olympics). Thanks! Yvette
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Hello All,
I am writing you today so you could check out my new website. It's still a work in progress, but I could use all of the support
I could get. Please feel free to pass it on to anyone not listed on this email that I may have missed.
Thank you for your time and support.
Lamont
10. From: raynard
Subject: Info from BlackAmerica Web on Stimulus payments
- 00 through 09, May 16
- 10 through 18, May 23
- 19 through 25, May 30
- 26 through 38, June 6
- 39 through 51, June 13
- 52 through 63, June 20
- 64 through 75, June 27
- 76 through 87, July 4
- 88 through 99, July 11
according to the IRS. And, of course, the IRS says some tax returns may take longer to process
and this can affect the payment schedule.
Come on, you knew they had to give themselves some leeway.
to add about two weeks to the date listed for your Social Security number. The last drop-dead date to
file your return is Oct. 15 in order to receive a stimulus payment this year.
on a job, nontaxable combat pay or certain benefits from Social Security, Veterans Affairs and Railroad
Retirement. Generally, people must have a valid Social Security number, have at least $3,000 in qualified
income and not be a dependent or eligible to be a dependent on someone else's return.
into your bank account. And for heaven's sake, don't pay to get a refund anticipation loan. This short-term loan backed
by your refund is a waste of money that could probably be used to pay a bill.
11. From: Yvonne Orr-Richardson <yorrcon...@sbcglobal.net>
Subject: FDA Embarks on Major Hiring Initiative for its Public Health Mission
The FDA is hiring hundreds of individuals with science and medical backgrounds to help meet the agency's
responsibilities to assure the safety and/or efficacy of human and veterinary drugs, biological products,
medical devices, food, cosmetics and products that emit radiation.
In fiscal year 2008 alone, the FDA is looking to fill more than 600 new positions and to backfill over 700 others
to implement the FDA Amendments Act of 2007, the Food Protection Plan and the Import Safety Action Plan,
nearly triple the number of people hired from 2005-2007.
the Department of Health and Human Services. It expedites hiring of qualified candidates by eliminating
certain rating and ranking preferences. Qualified candidates could be on the job in as little as three weeks.
Positions will be available throughout the agency, including in the Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research,
the Center for Drug Evaluation and Research, the Center for Devices and Radiological Health, the Center for
Food Safety and Nutrition, the Center for Veterinary Medicine, the National Center for Toxicological Research,
the Office of the Commissioner and the Office of Regulatory Affairs.
visit www.fda.gov/jobs/jobfairs08.html . For general information and to apply for one of the positions listed above,
submit your questions and electronic curriculum vitae with a cover letter via email at JOINO...@FDA.GOV
Link to the press release:
http://www.fda.gov/bbs/topics/NEWS/2008/NEW01829.html
12. From: Raynard
Subject: Dumb about energy
Dumb as We Wanna Be
It is great to see that we finally have some national unity on energy policy. Unfortunately, the unifying idea is so ridiculous,
so unworthy of the people aspiring to lead our nation, it takes your breath away. Hillary Clinton has decided to line up
with John McCain in pushing to suspend the federal excise tax on gasoline, 18.4 cents a gallon, for this summer’s travel
season. This is not an energy policy. This is money laundering: we borrow money from China and ship it to Saudi Arabia
and take a little cut for ourselves as it goes through our gas tanks. What a way to build our country.
increased our contribution to global warming for our kids to inherit.
No, no, no, we’ll just get the money by taxing Big Oil, says Mrs. Clinton. Even if you could do that, what a terrible way
to spend precious tax dollars — burning it up on the way to the beach rather than on innovation?
The McCain-Clinton gas holiday proposal is a perfect example of what energy expert Peter Schwartz of Global Business
Network describes as the true American energy policy today: “Maximize demand, minimize supply and buy the rest
from the people who hate us the most.”
Good for Barack Obama for resisting this shameful pandering.
But here’s what’s scary: our problem is so much worse than you think. We have no energy strategy. If you are going to use
tax policy to shape energy strategy then you want to raise taxes on the things you want to discourage — gasoline
consumption and gas-guzzling cars — and you want to lower taxes on the things you want to encourage — new, renewable
energy technologies. We are doing just the opposite.
Are you sitting down?
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