Opinion
Some thoughts as Black History Month begins
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State Rep. La Shawn Ford encourages us to reflect on African Americans’ enduring struggles, triumphs and contributions.
Community
Celebrate Juneteenth this weekend on the West Side
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Several events will be held throughout the weekend, starting Saturday at 10 a.m. and continuing through Monday.
Austin Branch Library
Open House Chicago features five Austin buildings this weekend
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Stop by the Kehrein Center for the Arts, Austin Community Family Center, Fraternite Notre Dame, Austin branch library and Christ the King Jesuit College Preparatory School. The free event will be held Oct. 15-16.
Community
Juneteenth celebrations this weekend
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There will be at least three Juneteenth celebrations in Austin this weekend – two at Columbus Park and the other on Chicago Avenue. All are welcome!
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African American leaders share stories of inspiration
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The virtual event – organized by BUILD Chicago – will be held the week of Feb. 21 and feature several speakers, including Michele Clark High School Principal Charles Anderson, Cook County Commissioner Brandon Johnson, artist Antonia Ruppert and BUILD Chairwoman Siobhan Sanders.
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Celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
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Celebrate the life and legacy of the civil rights leader by participating in a virtual discussion Monday at 5:30 p.m. The discussion will be led by Congressman Danny K. Davis.
Community
West Side writers to read work commemorating MLK
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Front Porch Arts Center will host a virtual free public reading of local poetry, essays and stories from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday.
history
The significance of Juneteenth
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Rep. La Shawn Ford reflects on the significance of June 19th now being recognized as a state holiday in Illinois.
black culture week
Celebrate Juneteenth throughout the week
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The West Side will be celebrating Juneteenth throughout this week. Activities, events and panel discussions will honor the history and culture of Black Americans.
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Local group wants your help in preserving Chicago’s Black history
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The Black Metropolis Research Consortium is conducting a survey to understand what Black Chicagoans are interested in archiving from their history. “Generations from now our great, great, great grandchildren will be able to tell our stories accurately because we did the work of preserving them right now,” said community engagement archivist Tanya Calvin.