News—To celebrate Black History Month, some of Englewood's must successful sons and daughters gathered at Kennedy-King College to reflect on the neighborhood, the passage of time and the spirit of hope. Continue…
News—This edition is a consolidation for February and March as software problems prevented the Bee Line from making its appearance last month!
See some of the happenings that took place at the Kennedy-King College/Teamwork Englewood Black History Month celebration; discover that the Haitian earthquake had aftershocks reaching Englewood; and, learn about the Hope and Healing Community Choir of Englewood!
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News—CHICAGO'S VERY OWN . . .Meet the dynamic 2010 Chicago Chapter of the nationally-known Epicureans social group: they are perfect examples of feminine class and elegance, to help us spotlight March as Womens' History Month. We are happy to share these positive role models with our readers!
Check out the AKA Regional Conference for March 25th-29th on page 2; "Man-Boy Breakfast of March 20th on page 4; ComEd Offers Helping Hand page 5; and, Keeping It Real With CPL on page 10.
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Calendar—Golden Nugget Girls' Leadership Program meeting at 4:00pm
Our mission: Become a safe have for girls, preteen to 19. We will support them with life issues!
Deanna Woods, Outreach Coordinator & Volunteer
Team Leaders: Pat Stewart & Siretha Woods
Group Leader: Officer Oliphant-King, Silvia Duncan of the Salvation Army, Constance Hawkins and others in Greater Englewood.
Calendar—Maggie Brown does a tribute in song to her muse and mentor, Abbey Lincoln!
Coming to Sherman Park on March 12th and it's free. For more information, call 312.427.1676
Calendar—Come for the Cuisine, stay for the jazz experience! Sounds of Sikia offers patrons a Michigan Avenue ambiance with south side flair and free parking.
Sounds of Sikia features the KKC Faculty Trio with Dr. Curtis Prince, drums; Pete Carney, saxophones; and Brian Felix, piano/organ. Enjoy the best African-inspired cuisine prepared by Washburne Culinary Institute chefs.
A Friday Night Gourmet Dinner with Entertainment is $30.00. BYOB and RSVP today as seating is limited: 773.602.5200.
We play every Friday of the month EXCEPT for the third, when the Young Natives step up to the plate!
An updated viewable and printable pdf of scheduling for this event will be available soon.
Calendar—State Representative Esther Golar (6th) forwarded this: You and your children are invited to attend this session on computer animation and apps. The event will be hosted by WVON's Derek Hill and will feature special guest Ephraim Taylor, who went from 12 year old video game maker to multimillionaire!
For grades 3-12, but there is limited seating so you must register. Admission only $7.00 and under 5 free. For contact information, click images until you reach the viewable and printable pdf.
Calendar—This is a three-day conference addressing means and ways of creating wealth in the African American community through education, religion and technology. Our churches can lead our children to our future in technology.
All the events are free except for the "Rock It to a Whole New World: Your Future in Animation & Apps!" on Saturday the 13th at noon. Cost is only $7.00 and you must RSVP with Debra E. Brown-Thompson of GenTech, 773.324.7772.
Times and locations vary. Please click on the event name above until you reach the viewable and printable pdf with the complete schedule!
Calendar—GOT TALENT? Want to show the entire city your artistic abilities? Are you an actor, musician, visual artist, spoken word poet, dancer, creative writer, rapper or performance artist?
Summer Quest is a CPS program aimed at low-income high school students who might otherwise be unable to get audience exposure. There will be a one-night only event on April 23rd to showcase your talent.
Interested? COME TO AN AUDITION ON MARCH 13TH, 2010. Go to the calendar and click on the image to reach the application form.
Calendar—Angelfood, the distributor of low-cost grocery boxes and convenience meals is now affiliated with True Vine Missionary Baptist Church in Englewood (773.488.0900)! For those who ordered by Monday the 15th of March, distribution will be on Saturday the 27th between the hours of 11:30 am and 1:30 pm. The menu for April will be available at that time.
Another location in Englewood is Bethsaida Missionary Baptist Church at 5660 S. Sangamon St. In West Englewood, Love Unlimited Christian Ministries Center at 1844 W. 63rd St. is a distribution center. Check at those locations for their particulars.
We are not talking about "food pantry" here, but HIGH-QUALITY foods brought straight from the processors to individuals and families on a BUDGET. The food is affordable because of sophisticated quantity buying and a management team that regards its operation as a ministry. One orders in advance and then picks up the order about ten days or so later. Read the attachments for details, maps, contact information and all the rest.
Internet ordering to be available soon!
Calendar—Block Club Federation Meeting at 5:30 pm
Calendar—Housing Taskforce Meeting at 2:00 pm
Calendar—"We are not put on this earth to see through each other but to see each other through." —Anon.
The 7th District Advisory Council and the Community Policing Unit welcome you to the first 2010 Community Meeting, during which we shall celebrate Womens' History Month.
Guest speakers are:
Geraldine Smith
Lillian Smith
Ruby Taylor
Calendar—We owe this information to State Representative Esther Golar, 6th:
A terrific 8 week summer program for your teen and it's free to boot! It features outdoor adventures, an Urban Eden Farm Apprenticeship and Green Career Training. Participants even get a modest stipend. The program begins July the 7th but interested teens and a guardian MUST attend an orientation, either on Tuesday the 16th at 7 pm or Thursday the 18th at 7 pm. For something this good space is going to be limited, so RSVP with Tiffany at 773.624.8686!
Calendar—Our goal is to reduce the number of infants born too soon or with low birth weight in the Englewood and West Englewood community areas. Information: 312.745.0545
Calendar—African American Male Initiative Meeting at 4:00 pm
Calendar—Old School DJ plus live entertainment: John Blu (RB & Hip Hop); Andrea McNeal w/ Full Circle Band (Old School, R&B and Motown); Connections with Marzette Griffeth (Jazz, Old School, R&B and Motown); and, food plus free liquor courtesy of Southern Wine and Spirits!
$25.00 admission will count as a donation - For tickets: 773.789.0144 or email adancy@englewoodbcc.org - Corporate and Table Sponsorships Available - Dress to Impress
Englewood/West Englewood Businesses purchase 1 ticket and receive free listing in upcoming business directory.
COME PARTY, NETWORK AND SUPPORT THIS HUMANITARIAN EVENT!
Calendar—Census Complete Count Committee Meeting at 11:00 am
Calendar—Golden Nugget Girls' Leadership Program Meeting at 4:00 pm
Calendar—African American Male Initiative Meeting at 4:00 pm
Calendar—Young Natives performs at the Sikia every third Friday of the month. Young Natives has featured some of the most talented youth in Chicago as well as featuring guest artists such as Chicago notable jazz trumpeteer Corey Wilkes—a long time friend of the Natives—and jazz pianist Ken Chaney as well as Merit School of Music Honors Jazz Band.
Since January of '09, Urban Aspirations located its Young Natives Student Jam Sessions to the Sikia Restaurant, the upscale supper club operated by the students and staff of Washburne Culinary Institute.
Free admission. Are you "underage?" Please, come, but click on the image until you reach the printable pdf which will give you the rules covering attendance.
Call 312.458.9316 or e-mail us at info@urbanaspirations.org
Calendar—Come to Kennedy-King College and learn the role of human papillomavirus (HPV) in cancer and how we can protect our family and friends. Free admission. Please call Healthlink (773.702.9200) to RSVP!
Calendar—Fresh Taste/Urban Agriculture Meeting at 2:00 pm
Calendar—Group sessions for teenage girls 14-16 who have experienced sexual abuse and/or sexual assault. Participants will use photography and poetry to promote discussion or shared experiences, challenges and hopes with others in a safe place. The group will meet Monday evenings for eight weeks. At the conclusion, group members will be able to exhibit their photographs and perform their poetry for family and friends.
Contact Rebekah Martin at 773.496.5632.
Calendar—Fitness Sub-committee Meeting at 10:00 am
Calendar—Health Sub-Committee Meeting at 1:00 pm
Calendar—The Male Responsibility Program is a parenting and economic Stability Program designed to provide effective Parenting, Employment Training and Job PLacement. To learn more about this program please come to our office or call us weekdays from 8-4, and ask for Derrick Saalik, 312.745.0504 or 312.745.0501
Calendar—You'll LEARN from community and environmental leaders about urban environmental challenges and opportunities for change.
You'll LEAD by taking what you've learned and make something happen.
You'll ACT and lead an environmental service project in your community with C3 support and resources.
There are two other sites for the 27th and the 29th. Click on event title to reach calendar. Click again to reach a printable pdf of the announcement.
To RSVP for orientation or for more information, email conservation@cityofchicago.org of call 312.743.9283.
Calendar—Board of Directors Meeting at 8:00 am
Calendar—Golden Nugget Leadership Program Meeting at 4:00 pm
Calendar—AAMI College Tour (through April 4th). For more information call Michael Tidmore at 773.602.4507.
Calendar—Hooked on Drums welcomes back African Master Drummer, Mr. Billy Nankouma Konate! Click on his image until you reach the viewable and printable pdf with his bio—incredible!
The drumming camp runs five days and kids must be sure to pack a lunch. $150.00, but don't despair as there is a sliding scale with terrific discounts for those who need them!
On April 3rd, our newly-minted drummers will be performing with Billy Konate, big time, at a public event! Stay tuned for the details.
Calendar—Application deadline is April 1st. ILBC Foundation Board Member Representative Esther Golar (6th) notes that applicants should an an accepted or enrolled student at an accredited institution of higher learning to include community colleges, private institutions and certified vocational training programs. Click on this image to reach Calendar. Click on that image to get printable pdf of instructions and application.
Calendar—A community forum for understanding the dangers of lead poisoning. Lead is a serious threat in the Englewood and West Englewood communities. It is vital that we as a community and our families within it educate ourselves about lead poisoning, its treatment and its prevention.
There will be lead screening on site for children ages six months to six years of age. All screenings are being provided free of charge. For information, phone 773.488.6704 or e-mail jhill705@sbcglobabl.net.
Calendar—Regular meeting of the Food Sub-committee at 3:00 pm
Calendar—Education Taskforce Meeting at 5:30 pm
Calendar—Kick off the growing season with family activities, expert lecturers, garden demonstrations, vendors, exhibitors, the Green Cafe and live music!
Calendar—Starting January 25th, one-on-one computer tutoring, reserving library materials, basic computer classes, help with on-line applications, internet searches and assistance with printing. Go to printable pdf attachment for days and hours of availability.
Calendar—An on-going program wherein we can assist ex-offenders in achieving self-sufficiency while successfully reintegrating into local communities. The City's Reentry Support Centers offer dedicated staff who can help individuals obtain workforce training, housing assistance, health services, food assistance and other services as needed. To speak with a counselor, or to schedule an appointment at a Reentry Support Center, contact us at (773) 602-4513.
Calendar—Application and testing at Teamwork Englewood on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays and at Park Natl/USBank of Tuesdays and Thursdays. Test times are 09:30 am, 11:30 am and 02:00 pm. The Bureau is seeking crew leaders, census takers, office clerks, assistant crew leaders and recruiting assistants.
Calendar—If you loved Expressions of Englewood Volumes I-II, you will adore Volume III in this series which contains poetry, literature and memoir by residents in the community!
Remember, it will make a great GIFT to that person you know with Englewood roots (Valentine's Day is coming sooner than you think)! You can purchase a volume, $10.00, by contacting Corey Hall, Editor and Compiler, at (773) 602-5228.
Calendar—Rent/or Lease With Option to Purchase— Close to El and 24 Hour Bus Route; Terrific Schools and Wonderful Neighbors!!!
1st floor unit - 2 bdrs 1 bth, all appliances stay; asking $750
2nd floor unit - 3 bdr 2 bths, all appliances stay; asking $1450
Really nice new construction 2-flat home with all new appliances in both units. Owner lives in building and tenant occupies the lower level. Very nice neighbors! For details call or leave a voicemail message at 773.319.1078.
News—It has not been an easy year for anyone, but chestnuts are roasting on an open fire in Bernard Place
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News—In the October Bee Line, residents confront issues of crime and disorder in area
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News—The November issue of the Bernard Place Bee Line commemorates the Crash of '29
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News—Download the latest issue of Bee Line to read about Angela Sell's college journey and other neighborhood news.
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News—Teamwork Englewood recently published the inaugural edition of “Teamwork Linkages,” its quarterly newsletter. The newsletter aims to offer interesting and useful information about the work Teamwork Englewood is doing in the community and provide progress on the “Quality of Life” Plan. The newsletter also is a way to let community residents, supporters and potential partners know how to “link” to initiatives in Englewood and contribute to and back Teamwork Englewood’s overall mission.
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News—The August issue of the Bernard Place Bee Line features Kenyatta Vaughn, the first new resident of the Bernard Place II development.
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About us—Teamwork Englewood was formed as a vehicle for comprehensive community development in 2003 through the joint efforts of St. Bernard Hospital, Greater Englewood Parish United Methodist Church and Pullman Bank (now Park Bank). Its first task was to organize the community planning process that is a requirement of LISC/Chicago’s New Communities Program (NCP).
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