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Memorial Day is a federal holiday in the United States for remembering the people who died while serving in the country’s armed forces. The holiday is observed ev-ery year on the last Monday of May, It typically marks the start of the summer vaca-tion season, while Labor Day marks its end. Many people visit cemeteries and memo-rials, particularly to honor those who have died in mili-tary service. Many volunteers place an American flag on each grave in national ceme-teries. Many members of my family served in the military.My father served in the army for more than 25 years. My cousin was the first person to die in Vietnam from my hometown Savannah, Ga. My thoughts go to them and oth-ers during Memorial Day.

This past weekend we cel-ebrated the “Harlem EatUp” festival. Marcus Samuelsson is showing he is truly a “good corporate citizen” as he patic-ipated in creating this event that promotes many eateries in Harlem to the community and beyond. Thank you Mar-cus. (see pages 16-17)

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City of New York Adds 11,000 Jobs in Two MonthsThe City of New

York announced that based on an

analysis of seasonally adjusted job numbers for April 2016 provided by the New York State De-partment of Labor, New York City added 4,400 jobs in April. The same re-port revised its previously stated March jobs number from 2,800 to 6,700 add-ed jobs, combining for 11,100 jobs added to New York City’s economy over the past two months. Fur-ther, the report showed that April’s unemploy-ment is down .5 percent from last year. Overall unemployment is down to 5.4 percent from 8.1 per-cent in December of 2013, a drop of 2.7 percentage points.

Since Mayor de Blasio took office, New York City has added 262,900 private sector jobs, an increase of 7.5 percent during this time of record job cre-ation. New York City is at an all-time high total of just below 4.3 million jobs across all five boroughs.

“The investments we’re making in growing sectors with good-paying, career-track jobs are pay-

ing off in a big way. And the best part is we’re see-ing impressive growth in every corner of our city, not just in Manhattan. That means we’re bring-ing increased economic opportunity to many New Yorkers who were pre-viously left behind, and that’s great news for the whole of our city’s econ-omy,” said Deputy Mayor for Housing and Econom-ic Development Alicia Glen.

“With the recent ad-dition of 11,000 jobs, an all-time high city jobs total of 4.3 million and a drop in unemployment, NYCEDC is proud to support Mayor de Blasio in driving a growing and equitable economy that will continue to serve more New Yorkers every day,” NYCEDC President Maria Torres-Springer.

April’s strongest sector was in leisure & hospi-tality and financial activ-ities, which added 2,400 jobs and 1,900 in April, respectively. Since May-or de Blasio took office, the strongest employment gains are in Health Care & Social Assistance, with growth of 48,000 jobs,

and Professional, Scien-tific, & Technical Ser-vices, with growth of over 38,200 jobs.

Under the de Bla-sio administration, New York City has also seen a dramatic increase in the growth of jobs in neighborhoods outside of Manhattan. According to the most recent avail-able data, the number

of private sector jobs in boroughs outside of Man-hattan increased by 6.4 percent since Mayor de Blasio took office, more than double the rate of the 2.9 percent increase in Manhattan, and signifi-cantly higher than the 4.7 percent increase in a com-parable timeframe from 2011 to 2013 in the outer boroughs, demonstrating

increased economic op-portunity for many New Yorkers in neighborhoods that had been previously left behind.

Mayor de Blasio has been particularly focused on creating good middle class jobs that are ac-cessible to New Yorkers from all backgrounds. Most recently, the City has engaged in a num-

ber of efforts to connect New Yorkers in neigh-borhoods across the five boroughs with good pay-ing jobs. These efforts include the opening of a new Workforce1 Indus-trial and Transportation Career (ITC) Center in the Brooklyn Army Terminal and a recruitment event in Coney Island which hired for over 800 jobs.

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Memorial Day Commemorated at East Harlem Veterans’ Housing Which Narrowly Escaped Metro-North Fire

Lantern Commu-nity Services’ Prospero Hall, a

supportive housing prop-erty for homeless veter-ans, marked Memorial Day with a barbeque for around 50 clients and staff earlier this week.. Veterans living in the building on 118th Street, which only opened a year ago, luckily escaped un-harmed from last week’s Metro-North fire directly opposite.

Lantern houses 93 veterans in supportive housing across New York City, and many travelled from other buildings to Harlem to mark Memori-al Day with their fellow veterans. After a classic barbeque lunch, Antho-

ny Williams, Chair of the Manhattan Veterans Advocacy Council, ad-dressed event attendees. Chief Program Officer Leslie Abbey and Se-nior Vice-President Amy Berg gave out Certifi-cates of Appreciation to veterans, with much cheering and applause from clients and staff.

Luis Crespo, 63, and Henry Arce, 58, are vet-erans who moved into Lantern’s supportive housing five years ago. Luis volunteered for ser-vice in Vietnam at just 16 years old, despite his mother’s protests, and served in the 82nd Air-borne Division for five years until 1976. Hen-ry was recruited to the

Army from his native Puerto Rico in 1982, and served in the 227 Brigade. Both Luis and Henry were homeless for several years before find-ing permanent housing at Lantern.

Henry Arce said of the event, “This is a blessing. I’ve never really cele-brated Memorial Day before, because after the Army I lost it a bit. But since coming to Lantern I’ve been able to meet people and have social workers, and now I come to events like this.”

Laura Lazarus, Lan-tern Community Ser-vices’ Executive Direc-tor, said, “No veteran should be homeless in this city, and we are

proud that so many vet-erans have made Lantern their home. We are also grateful to benefit from the wonderful skills of Lantern Community Ser-vices staff who are veter-ans. This Memorial Day, we thank them all for their service.”

Lantern Community Services provides inno-vative services to help New Yorkers who are formerly homeless or have recently aged out of foster care recreate their lives. Our programs with proven results in health, employment, education and life skills are deliv-ered inside our residences and tailored to each per-son’s needs. Services are provided to over 2,000

residents of 14 support-ive housing sites devel-oped by our affiliate, the Lantern Organization, which provides perma-nent affordable housing in the Bronx, Brooklyn and Upper Manhattan. Prospero Hall opened in May 2015 and provides 87 units of permanent

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Drug Discount Helping African Americans Is at RiskBy Samuel Ross, MD

It is well established that low-income Afri-can Americans tend to

be sicker when they arrive at the emergency room. It’s the mission of safe-ty-net providers to treat them (and all patients) re-gardless of ability to pay. Unfortunately, the drug industry is working hard in Washington to make that much more difficult.

At issue is a little known but enormously important federal statute called the 340B drug dis-count program. Hundreds of thousands of poor urban and rural African-Ameri-cans benefit daily from the program as it helps make free and sliding-scale med-ications and healthcare ser-vices possible. As an Af-rican American physician and CEO of an inner-city hospital system, I see the profound good it does ev-ery day.

Congress created the 340B program in 1992 to allow nonprofit and pub-lic healthcare providers that serve large numbers of low-income and/or ru-ral patients to receive dis-

counted medications from drug companies. In turn, these safety-net providers supply low-cost or no-cost medicines to the commu-nity on an outpatient basis. The program also helps fund clinics, improved pharmacy services, med-ication education and pa-tient travel to the hospital.

The pharmaceutical in-dustry appears to deeply dislike the program and has spent the last couple of years doing everything possible to dismantle it in Congress. Even at a time of stratospheric prescription prices, drug companies want to gut 340B to recoup

an estimated $4.5 billion in discounts each year. To give you some perspective, that’s about 1 percent of the annual US retail phar-maceutical market.

On average, safety-net hospitals care for more than twice as many Af-rican-American patients as other providers. Public hospitals serve on average nearly 30 percent African American patients. As a whole, hospitals in the 340B program deliver $25 billion per year in uncom-pensated care.

Shrinking 340B would be disastrous for Afri-can-American commu-

nities across the country. Cutbacks would imme-diately impact the avail-ability of free and low-cost medicines as well as clinics that cater to key health inequities facing Af-rican-American patients: HIV/AIDS, diabetes, hy-pertension and cancer. For many rural hospitals which run on tight margins, the loss of 340B savings could force them to shut down al-together.

It’s important to under-stand that the program is not funded by taxpayers. Instead, it’s paid for indi-rectly by the drug indus-try that can well afford it. I urge readers to contact their members of Congress and tell them to protect the 340B drug discount pro-gram.

It’s essential to the well-being of low-income Af-rican Americans in towns and cities across the coun-try – and to the fabric of America’s healthcare safe-ty net.

Samuel Ross, MD is CEO of Bon Secours Bal-timore Health System in Baltimore, MD

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Be Prepared to Buy Nowby Rev. Charles Butler

Can you believe we are now heading toward the Memorial Day

weekend? The year is nearly half over. If your projected pur-chase date was to buy a home this year, then maintain your focus and continue moving to-ward achieving your goal. Do not get discouraged, don’t quit, and continue pushing to reach your home buying target.

If you have been current-ly attending any open houses that are on the market, you are realizing the home buying pro-cess is more difficult than you expected. The competition for purchasing an affordable home in the Harlem community is intense. This is a seller’s mar-ket. The demand for housing is far greater than the available

supply. This is the main reason why home values in Harlem are rapidly escalating. It is also why low to moderate income first time buyers are getting frustrat-ed because they are effectively being priced out of the market.

The best strategy is to remain positive throughout the process. Trust yourself that you can make homeownership a reality. Remain patient and believe it will happen when the time is right for you. For most people buying a home is not an overnight process.

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Adjust your timetable for purchasing a home. Push your projected purchase date back perhaps by 12-18 months. Continue to aggressively save as much as possible for the down payment and closing costs. Eliminate all unnecessary expenses except for the basics – food, clothing and shelter. Be vigilant in your search. Be ready to move when the perfect housing opportunity comes.

If you are interested in at-tending the workshop or have questions regarding the home buying process contact Rev. Dr. Charles Butler at (212) 281 4887 ext. 231 or email at [email protected].

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jazz series for the month of June. This takes place ev-ery Tuesday from 12 pm – 2 pm $5 per person and $10 for seniors •Marvin Sewell - May 31, •Tulivu Cumber-batch - Jazz Parlor - June 2 •David Murray - June 7, •Adegoka Steve Colson - June 14 •Kahlil Kwame Bell - June 21 •Kali Z. Fasteau - June 28, •Lin-da Oh - June 26. To be held at Rendall Memorial Pres-byterian Church, 59 West 137th Street, New York, NY 10037. House doors open at 11:30 am For more in-formation go to www.har-lemjazzboxx.com.

Jun 3, 10pm InJoy Enterprises pres-

ents Drue Davis & special guest Charisa The Violin Diva! at the Apollo Music Cafe! Drue Davis is a high-ly accomplished singer and songwriter who was born and raised in Brook-lyn, New York. His latest project, Magic Man and the Beat Machine, en-compassing sounds from

the soulfulness of R&B, the pulsating drive of rock, and the raw emotion of hip hop. A progressive jazz artist and in-demand inno-vator Charisa “The Violin Diva” has collaborated with some dynamic artists across the musical borders, including Wynton Marsa-lis, Savion Glover, Quincy Jones, Kim Burrell, Com-mon, Diana Krall, Musiq Soulchild and William Mc-Dowell, to name a few.

The evening will be host-ed by Jodine Dorce with DJ Hard Hittin’ Harry on the 1 & 2’s. Tickets are $20.00. There is a $10.00 Food & Beverage minimum.

June 18 3P & 7PAn Adam Experiment,

A Day in the Life of Adam Clayton Powell Jr., writ-ten and performed by Mr. Michael Chenevert, will debut at Harlem’s World Famous Apollo Theater | Soundstage, 253 West 125thth St. Harlem. Two shows only: 3 and 7PM. Tickets: Ticketmaster.com and the Apollo box of-fice. Group Sales: http://

www. hvd2sesf.com or call or text 734-9725525. Price: $55.00-75.00. Har-lem’s own, Adam Clayton Powell Jr. was a one-man sit-in who integrated Cap-itol Hill and, as chairman of the House Education and Labor Committee was instrumental in getting Medicaid expansion, mini-mum wage increases, Ken-nedy’s New Frontier and Johnsons’ War on Poverty done through legislation. While, very much a scoun-drel in his personal life, he was among the most able legislators this country has seen. The play is produced by the Fund, a Nonprofit began in 2013 after the death of 25 year old Henry Vance Davis II in a tragic (still not fully explained) car accident. It was started to provide holistic support to under-resourced students seeking education, in part, to increase their contri-butions to the search for solutions for the problems of our society. See: http//www. hvd2sesf.com.

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Lehman Center for the Performing Arts presents:

Los Grandes Maestros de La Salsa Return!

Lehman Center for the Performing Arts will present

the return of the PUER-TO RICAN MASTERS with Director Isidro In-fante featuring three leg-ends of salsa: Ismael Ri-vera Jr., Pedro Brull and José Mangual Jr., joined on stage by Hector Tric-oche and Viti Ruiz of the new generation of salsa with a special appearance by Yolanda Rivera on Saturday, June 4th, 2016 at 8pm. The Puerto Ri-can Masters are a select group of the greatest stars of classic and contempo-rary salsa of the last forty years. The Orchestra, led by Maestro Isidro Infan-te, is composed of some of the best Puerto Rican musicians resident in New York City. Produced by Lehman Center and Leo Tizol.

Lehman Center for the Performing Arts is on the campus of Lehman College/CUNY at 250 Bedford Park Boulevard West, Bronx, NY 10468. Tickets for PUERTO RICAN MASTERS 2 on Saturday, June 4th, 2016 at 8pm are $65, $55, and $50 and can be purchased by calling the Lehman Center box office at 718-960-8833 (Monday through Friday, 10am–5pm, and begin-ning at 12 noon on the day of the concert), or through online access at www.LehmanCenter.org. Lehman Center is acces-sible by #4 or D train to Bedford Park Blvd. and is off the Saw Mill Riv-er Parkway and the Ma-jor Deegan Expressway. Low-cost on-site parking available for $5.

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“Soul Sisters United” Book Signing

On Thursday, May 12, over 50 wom-en across the

New York/tri-state area were in attendance at The Alma Rangel Gardens for former U.S. Ambassador Suzan Johnson Cook’s SOUL SISTERS: Devo-tions for and from African American, Latina, and Asian Women book re-lease and signing.

The night was filled with inspirational testi-monials and devotions from intergenerational women and sister au-thors, most of whom were published for the first time. They provid-ed heartfelt guideposts to empower other women on their own life journey.

Contributing author Rev. Cynthia Diaz stated, “I am the proud benefi-ciary of the minds, bod-ies and spirits of all the women who touch my life yesterday, today and tomorrow.”

SOUL SISTERS is all about learning to care and

share prayer needs and self care tips for survival for, from and with sisters from all over the United States of America. Lati-na, African-American and Asian women, shar-ing prayers and cares, as though it is “Sister ther-apy.”

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.harlemcommunitynews.comAmbassador Suzan Johnson Cook with SOUL SISTERS co-authors Rev. Miriam Mendez (l) and Dawn Diaz (r)

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Metropolitan Black Bar Association (MBBA) held its 32nd Annual Awards Gala at Pier Sixty

Sandra Bookman of WABC-TV New York served as mistress of cer-

emonies for the event and this year’s theme “Advocates For In-clusion: Leading With Courage Commitment & Conviction,”fo-cuses on and highlights MBBA’s role as a stakeholder for diversity

& inclusion in the legal commu-nity. As MBBA President, Taa R. Grays explains; “As a stake-holder, it is our obligation to recognize and herald the accom-plishments of individuals who have made an indelible impact on the advancement of diversity and inclusion. The honorees are role models demonstrating how

to advance diversity and inclu-sion. The gala is MBBA’s annual opportunity celebrate these role models.”

A unified, citywide asso-ciation of African-American and other minority lawyers, the MBBA is one of the largest or-ganizations of Black attorneys

in the New York State area with over 2,000 members. This year’s gala raised $330,000. The mon-ies raised will be used to advance the MBBA’s mission and mem-bership. The organization will continue community outreach, professional development and partnerships, with a particular focus on advancing the legal di-

versity pipeline from law school to partnership and leadership.

Each year the MBBA recog-nizes individuals who have made an impact on the community. The 2016 honorees include: • TRAILBLAZER OF THE

YEAR: R. Donahue Peebles, Founder, Chairman and CEO of The Peebles Corporation

• CORPORATE COUNSEL OF THE YEAR: Kathlyn Card Beck-les, General Counsel for Card Services J.P. Morgan Chase

• JURIST OF THE YEAR: Hon-orable Marguerite Grays, Eleventh Judicial District and Presiding Justice – Com-mercial Division

• PRIVATE PRACTITIONER OF THE YEAR: S. Jeanine Conley, Partner, Littler Men-delson, P.C.

• PUBLIC SERVANT OF THE YEAR: The Honorable Carl Heastie, Speaker of the New York State Assembly“This year’s honorees were

selected because of their com-mitment to leadership, advancing diversity and inclusion, and for going above and beyond to elevate and add value to the black legal community,” explains Paula Ed-gar, President-Elect of the MBBA.

Carolyn Edgar, The Estee Lauder Companies and Derek Sells, The Cochran Firm both

served as honorary co-chairs of the MBBA Gala this year.

The Metropolitan Black Bar Association (MBBA) is a unified, citywide association of African-American and other mi-nority lawyers. Founded on July 5, 1984, MBBA is one of the largest organizations of Black

attorneys in New York State. Providing a voice for Black legal professionals in the communities it serves, the purpose of MBBA is to advance equality and excel-lence in the pursuit of justice, aid the progress of Blacks and other

minorities in the profession and address legal issues affecting the citywide community. To learn more visit: https://www.mb-banyc.org

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HARLEM COMMUNITY NEWSPAPERS FINANCE

Russell Simmons Repays RUSHCARD Holders

Russell Simmons is just starting to regain a little normalcy in his life.

He’s back at yoga and the hip-hop and the business mogul is even able to run some errands without worrying about whether a disgrun-tled RushCard holder might verbally attack him or worse.

Simmons never hung his head despite mounting – if unfair – crit-icism that rocked the music impre-sario when his innovative pre-paid RushCard experienced a computer glitch last fall that prevented hun-dreds of thousands of card holders from accessing their money.

“I took full responsibility. It’s my card and I made sure to reach out to card holders personally and I reached into my own pocket to help people with their rent, their medicine or whatever emergency that may have come up,” Simmons said.

“All I knew how to do was to

make good on it and try to make the people that were damaged whole again,” he said.

Simmons has done even more and he continues his push to have the underbanked and the under-served benefit.

“My mission is to eventually see that when someone pays their rent on time, pays their light bill on time, that these things go on their credit reports,” Simmons said. “It should be and if I can’t get regulators and the credit bureaus to do it, then I will have to start my own credit bureau.”

If that sounds like a bit of a

stretch, Simmons points to his start-ing the RushCard as proof that real change can happen. “I was first, no one else did this until I came out with my card,” he said, noting that he’s not only the face of RushCard, but along with his American Ex-press and other items in his wallet is his own RushCard that he regularly uses.

“Look, we were the ones who invented this and what I don’t like is when people refer to us as a celeb-rity company,” Simmons said. “All of what American Express is doing, all of what Chase Manhattan did, we

did first. We’re a virtual bank. The other thing is that we didn’t build this company to make money when we started and, really, I didn’t think it would become a business but it did and I go to work every day to try and improve the service we provide.”

Simmons said his fight for credit building is an uphill battle, but it’s a battle that can be won.

It’s as much part of his life as yoga, he said.

“You pay rent every month for eight years on a RushCard, why can’t you get a mortgage? I think that’s a travesty. I think a lot of the big companies like MasterCard, the Visas, the others that do the process-ing and infrastructure work; a lot of us could come together and force them to accept this information on credit reports of the world,” Sim-mons said.

As Simmons pushes for chang-es in policies in the credit industry, he’s leaving the door open for start-

ing his own credit reporting agency.In the aftermath of the

much-publicized computer glitch – which Simmons still refers to as a “tsunami” – the business leader provided free service to card holders for five months, sacrificing all of his company’s profits to do so. He also reached a more than $20 million set-tlement from a class action lawsuit filed against RushCard, because of the glitch.

“I’m glad to do it. I had put aside $25 million,” Simmons said, noting that the card isn’t just for communi-ties that have been forgotten and un-derserved by banks. “There’s no rea-son why small businesses can’t use a Rush Business Card. We just added a feature, just now where if you lose your card, you can turn your card off instantly through an app. Then you can turn it back on.”

Simmons continued: “This card should be for affluent people as well as underserved community mem-

bers and it should be the wave of the future for millennials. This is the bank for millennials and the growth rate for our company is 70 percent millennials, when it used to be sin-gle mothers. Millennials who don’t like banks are coming in our direc-tion and we haven’t even begun the branding exercise to speak to them.”

Simmons said that he didn’t mind paying the $20 million settle-ment.

“I don’t mind paying the $20 million. I don’t mind that that was our cost. I am going to spend a lot more money than that in the com-munity, in my peacekeeping pro-grams, in RUSH and art education,” he said.

Simmons said so much more will soon be announced and he’s confident that RushCard holders and others will be pleased.

“We are going to be in the com-munity in a way that we’ve never been,” Simmons said.

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Mayor de Blasio announced the launch of “WE

Master Leadership,” a pub-lic educational workshop series that will provide low-income and immigrant women entrepreneurs with the necessary skills and tools to launch, grow and sustain a business. The pro-gram is expected to serve an additional 500 women annually, while the overall WE NYC initiative is on track to serve over 5,000 women by 2019.

“Our economy thrives when everyone – regardless of race, gender and ethnic-ity – thrives,” said Mayor de Blasio. “WE NYC and the ‘WE Master Leader-ship’ program are deliv-ering desperately needed

services and resources to low-income and immigrant women business owners so that they can establish and sustain their business. Once established, these women entrepreneurs will have the potential to uplift commu-nities across the five bor-oughs. I look forward to the other programs WE NYC has in store to further ad-dress the needs of the City’s women entrepreneurs.”

“As staunch supporters of our city’s small busi-nesses, the New York City Council is excited about the learning opportunities the ‘WE Master Leader-ship’ program will provide to our immigrant women entrepreneurs that will help their business thrive in this competitive market,” said

Council Speaker Melissa Mark-Viverito. “By pro-viding these small business owners the right tools and education, their economic success is this city’s gain. I want to thank Mayor de Blasio for his continued commitment in helping the New York immigrant busi-ness community thrive.”

“Strong leadership skills like negotiation, pitching business ideas, and over-coming common challenges create a strong foundation for successful businesses,” said Gregg Bishop, Com-missioner of the Depart-ment of Small Business Services. “I want to thank our partners at Next Street for crafting ‘WE Master Leadership’ – a critical resource that will further

strengthen the City’s wom-en entrepreneurs.”

The workshop is the sec-ond of three tailored busi-ness education offerings de-veloped as part of the City’s WE NYC commitment to empowering women busi-ness owners to reach their full economic potential, with a special focus on sup-porting underserved wom-en and communities.

The workshop will em-power underserved women to reach their full economic potential through a series of business classes covering topics such as leadership, negotiation, communica-tion techniques, crafting a formal business pitch and overcoming common chal-lenges. Building these skills will ultimately help women business owners grow and sustain their business.

Research released by SBS and Citi Community Development shows that nearly 75 percent of women entrepreneurs cited lack of confidence as a challenge, and less than one-third rate themselves as proficient in areas critical for running a business. These issues are most pronounced within demographic groups with

fewer resources, such as women with low incomes, women that live in the out-er boroughs, and women business owners with less than $10,000 in revenue, making them important tar-gets for this new WE NYC program. WE NYC believes the workshop will increase c o n f i d e n c e and provide the insight necessary for women to grow and sus-tain their busi-ness.

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in the second Annual Harlem EatUp festival.

Amanda Humes of Harlem Jazz Diva & Tour Guide and tour guide Debi Kops, mem-bers of the Harlem Tourism Board escorted groups from

Red Rooster to The Harlem EatUp Stroll at Morningside Park. Along the way, the group stopped at Harlem landmarks such as the Apollo theater and Harriet Tubman Statue.

In the park the Harlem Tour-ism Board shared a booth with Harlem Community Newspa-pers, Inc. where they provided

event participants with informa-tion about the Harlem Tourism Board and distributed informa-tion about members.

Uptown business owners or those involvd in the tourism business in Harlem are invited to join HTB. To learn more about the Harlem Tourism Board call Tony Rogers at 646-329-6727., email: [email protected], instagram /htbhar-lem or go to website www.har-lemtourismboard.com.

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(Top Left photo) l-r Pat Stevenson, founder of the Harlem Tourism Board, Tony Rogers, President of the Harlem Tourism Board.

(Left) HTB member Amanda Humes (center) escorts a group from the Red Rooster to the Harlem EatUp Stroll at Morning-side park, stopping at Harlem landmarks, such as the Apollo.

Right) HTB members Thelma Russell, Louis Peters, Eugenia Foxworth.

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HARLEM COMMUNITY NEWSPAPERS HARLEM EATUP

Sampling of Restaurants who participated in the Harlem EatUp Stroll Photos by: Lil Nickelson

Harlem restaurants and business own-ers, as well as community leaders, par-ticipating non profits and corporations kicked off Harlem EatUp on May 18th. Red Rooster was one of several partici-pating restaurants where guests received great food and entertainment.

Photo above: (l-r) Daniel Holzman, Marvin Woods, Marcus Samuelsson, and Joseph “JJ” Johnson attend the Harlem EatUp! Kick Off Party at Red Rooster on May 18th.

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HARLEM COMMUNITY NEWSPAPERSHARLEM EATUP


Harlem EatUp! returned for its second year bigger and better this past week.

Harlem News spoke exclusively to Harlem EatIp! creator Sammuels-son. “Harlem deserved a world class festival. It took a whole year to plan it. People were looking to see if we could actually pull it off, now they have seen and the community came out. You know it take a village, it takes sponsors, it takes the communi-ty, it takes the chefs, restaurant own-ers and that’s what you see. You have Bobby Flay, Emeril Lagasse, the list goes on and on. Alex Stupak, Alex Guarnaschelli, and my “Chopped”

friends of course. So it takes every-body.”

From Harlem staples like Marcus Samuelsson’s Red Rooster, Sylvia’s Restaurant, Charles Country Pan Fried Chicken, and Harlem Shake to new restaurants like Sexy TacoDirty-Cash, Angel of Harlem and Streetbird Rotisserie, Harlem restaurants were the main course during “The Stroll” Saturday and Sunday at Morningside Park.

Some of the culinary highlights from the two-day outdoor stroll were shrimp and grits by BLVD Bistro that I have literally been craving since I finished my plate. Charles Country Pan Fried Chicken served a delicious soul food sampler with their famous country pan fried chicken with mac & cheese, collard greens, and mashed yams.

Icelandic Fish & Chips, which is coming to New York City soon,

served fresh Icelandic fish, while Streetbird Rotisserie served rotisserie chicken & noodles. Bier International featured assorted authentic German sausages with curry mustard that was very tasty and Bavarian pretzels with the owner’s adorable daughter assisting. Harlem Shake served hot honey-fried chicken sliders with fried codfish & grits.

While you are eating there is no doubt that you will be drinking as well, and Harlem EatUp! didn’t disappoint in that category either. Whether you are a fan of spirits, wine, beer, soda, or just plain water, your choices were many. From booths by

Gold sponsors Blue Moon, Coro-na, Heineken, and Coca Cola, to the many wine distributors, the choices were many.

Hendrick’s Gin had a huge booth with a photo booth, a model, and a motorcycle with a companion cu-cumber vehicle that gave attendees a fun photograph for memories. The good people serving at Hendricks served up many drinks, including the refreshing and delicious cucumber basil smash.

Glenmorangie also had a booth featuring tastings of 12-year single malt whisky and on Sunday, Samu-elsson stopped by their booth to pour for attendees and also to talk about his collaboration with the brand on “Glen-morangie presents Whisky and Food Pairings by Marcus Samuelsson.”

Harlem News also spoke exclu-sively to event co-producer Herb Kar-litz. “Harlem the community, they said

“please bring this back.” What hap-pens in this park doesn’t happen like this. The vision was so many of the people almost more than half come from outside of Harlem, so we are bringing people out to see what Har-lem is all about, be part of this experi-ence. Harlem has tons of great events happening throughout the year. This is about showcasing for everyone outside of Harlem.”

Harlem News also spoke exclu-sively with Harlem Brewing Com-pany founder Celeste Beatty. “This is certainly the largest event of its kind that highlights the amazing restaurants and talent that we have

here mainly focus on Harlem…Har-lem Brewing Company is presenting three products today. We have our flagship Harlem Sugar Hill ale which is an amazing barely based beer. Very smooth a lot of character. It’s a real-ly nice spirit. It compliments pretty much every type of cuisine. Then from there we have the Harlem Re-naissance Wit which attributes to the Harlem Renaissance all of its forms present and certainly the past embrac-ing that and celebrating that wherever the beer goes Including to Japan more recently and celebrating that history. After that we have the Harlem Sug-ar Hill strawberry cider. That’s just a simple cider made with an amazing, unique champagne yeast, golden de-licious apples, gala apples with a hint of strawberry.”

Harlem Community News, who was at “The Stroll” all weekend and had a ticket giveaway for the Broad-

way production The Color Purple, HCN Publisher Pat Stevenson said,

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Carla Hall attends Harlem EatUp!: The Saturday Stroll at Morningside Park on May 21, 2016 in New York City. (Photo by D Dipasupil/Getty Images for Harlem EatUp!)(L-R) Eric Martinez, Norma Darden, Melba Wilson, Nino

Settepani, Eugenia Foxworth, and Princess Jenkins attend Harlem EatUp!: The Saturday Stroll at Morningside Park on May 21, 2016 in New York City. (Photo by D Dipasupil/Getty Images for Harlem EatUp!)

Melba Wilson (L) and Emeril Lagasse attend Harlem EatUp!: The Saturday Stroll at Morningside Park on May 21, 2016 in New York City. (Photo by D Dipasupil/Getty Images for Harlem EatUp!)

Gayle King (R) poses for a selfie with Cory Nieves during Harlem EatUp!: The Saturday Stroll at Morningside Park on May 21, 2016 in New York City. (Photo by D Dipasupil/Getty Images for Harlem EatUp!)

(left) Nancy Hunt, winner of Harlem Community News drawing for tickets to see “Color Purple”.

(l-r) Marcus Samuelsson, Counciiwoman Inez Dickens, First Lady Chirlane McCray

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HARLEM COMMUNITY NEWSPAPERS HEALTH

How Foods Can Help Heal Common AilmentsWhen you’re not

feeling well, con-ventional wisdom

says you should reach for over-the-counter or prescription remedies. But many experts point out that foods have heal-ing properties that can be com-plementary in helping to treat common ailments and prevent illness.

“The concept of using food as medicine isn’t a new one; however, the evolution of so-ciety and science has moved us further from this concept,” says Grand Master Nan Lu, OMD, one of the country’s foremost teachers and practi-tioners of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and author of the new book “Digesting the Universe: A Revolutionary Framework for Healthy Me-tabolism Function.” “In my

view, we are missing some of the most powerful and support-ive steps we can take to remain well and prevent disease and illness.”

Lu says the teachings of TCM can help patients deal with the root cause of their

problems, rather than just eliminate the symptoms. While complex, he is offer-ing a few quick insights into the subject of food as medi-cine.

• Nutritionists today base their work on the physical and

chemical properties of food alone, but this is just half the picture. “There are many im-material things contained with-in food as well,” says Lu, who cites Qi, or vital energy, as a key aspect of food you can’t see.

• The “right” foods won’t necessarily protect your health by virtue of their properties alone. Good organ function is also necessary for your body to process and digest what you eat. However, foods can help restore balance to an ailing or-gan system.

• Listen to your body, not cultural beliefs about what is good or bad for you. Lu of-fers the example of a woman craving sugar or salt during her menstrual cycle. “Assuming she listens to the wisdom of her body and satisfies her craving, she’ll have some chocolate or eat some potato chips. This woman is doing something natural.”

• You may have heard of the adage, “you are what you eat.” Lu says to also consider the phrase, “you are what you

think,” and avoid a steady diet of negative emotions, which you then must digest and pro-cess. Your thoughts impact your body and health, he says.

• The next time your stom-ach is upset, consider reach-ing for something natural. Ginger can be eaten or used topically to deal with stomach discomfort, reduce inflamma-tion and even lower pain from arthritis.

More information about TCM and “Digesting the Uni-verse” can be found at tcm-world.org.

While modern science has offered us groundbreaking medications and treatments, traditional healing systems can help patients recognize the root cause of physical conditions for a healthier, more balanced life.

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HARLEM COMMUNITY NEWSPAPERSEDUCATION

College-Bound Students: How to Get Ready for the Next 4 Years

Many college-bound students and their families underesti-

mate the cost of college. Indeed, 31 percent of students who left school without completing a de-gree reported they did so due to financial reasons, according to recent National Center for Edu-cation statistics.

Beyond rising tuition rates, there are many expenses to consider -- books, class materi-als, room and board, cell phone plans, and incidentals -- to name a few.

With nationwide student debt at $1.3 trillion and grow-ing, according to the National Student Loan Debt Clock, the importance of financial planning and establishing good money habits can’t be overstated.

Students can more confident-ly take on college and beyond with these helpful tips from the

“Get College Ready” experts at Wells Fargo:

Paying for CollegeThe first step all students

should take toward funding col-lege is to complete the Free Ap-plication for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Then, use free resources to investigate other funding. Some of the best scholarships can be found on sites like tuitionfund-ingsources.com, the largest da-tabase of scholarships in the US.

It’s also helpful to know how much money you’ll need. Most school websites offer a net price calculator that can help you ar-rive at a realistic estimate.

If necessary, look into Feder-al Direct PLUS loans, which can cover up to 100 percent of re-maining education-related costs.

“College-bound students and their families should review grants, scholarships, and loans

from a wide variety of sources,” says John Rasmussen, head of Wells Fargo’s Personal Lending Group, which is also the nation’s second largest private student lender among US banks. “After making careful comparisons, they should borrow only what they need.”

A handful of private student lenders defer loan repayments until after students leave school. In the case of Wells Fargo, this date begins a full six months lat-er -- and if new graduates need time to find a job -- the bank can extend the repayment start date up to a year.

Cost-saving opportunities exist whereby students can con-solidate loans or refinance into loans with a lower interest rate. These actions can help students significantly reduce costs associ-ated with their debt.

With all funding sources, it’s critical to be aware of application deadlines and the terms associat-ed with assistance, whether it’s GPA maintenance for scholar-ship eligibility or an interest rate.

Managing MoneyFor many students, college is

an opportunity to manage mon-ey for the first time. Fortunately, students today have financial planning tools that previous gen-erations did not enjoy.

Young people can leverage their technology confidence to manage money by signing up for mobile banking and then set-ting up account alerts to avoid over-drafting. Online budgeting

and expenditure-tracking tools can help students form sound financial habits and monitor sav-ings.

Building CreditGood credit gives you more

financial freedom and choices down the road. Start building good credit while you’re still in school. Pay bills on time, don’t open too many lines of credit and keep balances low. Whenever possible, pay more than the minimum each month. Check your credit history of-ten.

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Touro Graduate School of Social Work Associate Professor Annecy Baez, Ph.D. Honored

Touro College Graduate School of Social Work Associate Professor

Annecy Baez, Ph.D. was hon-ored with a Leadership Award from the Latino Social Work Coalition and Scholarship Fund (LSWC) at the group’s 12th Annual Awards Dinner held recently at The Copaca-bana in New York City.

Dr. Baez has been a clin-ical social worker for over thirty years, working exten-sively with the Latino com-munity as a social worker. At Touro, she is director of the Social Work Latino Student Initiative, where she serves as

teacher, mentor and advocate for supportive services.

“Her longstanding con-cern with social justice and cultural diversity, combined with her research and writing that focus on mental health needs of Latinos, encourage relevant exploration of social work issues in the classroom,” said Dr. Steven Huberman, founding dean of the Touro College Graduate School of Social Work.

Dr. Baez expressed her thanks, “I am deeply hon-ored to be nominated for this award by such an inspiring visionary as Dean Steven Hu-

berman and the Touro faculty and staff. With deep gratitude to my colleagues Nancy Gal-lina, Steven Krantz and Alli-son Bobick, whose belief in me paved the way to a much-loved path and the Touro stu-dents who have opened my heart. Deep bows of gratitude to the Board of the LSWC whose support has been un-wavering.”

According to the LSWC, its mission is to assure an adequate number of cultur-ally and linguistically com-petent Latino social workers in New York City as well as to enhance services needed

in the Latino Community. To facilitate this goal, it enlists the support of a consortium of NYC’s eight graduate schools of social work with a com-mitment of scholarships and funds raised by the LSWC close to $500,000 awarded to 86 students thus far.

At the event, the first three Touro students to receive scholarships, all advisees of Dr. Baez, were announced: Vanessa Rosa, a first-year MSW student from Brook-lyn who resides in the Bronx; Jaime Hernandez, a first-year student from the Bronx; and Marie Reyes, a second-year

student residing in Brooklyn. Each student was awarded a

scholarship for their academic achievements, current or past work experience and their commitment to serving the Latino community.

Ms. Rosa, who earned her bachelor’s degree at Hunter College, started out in social work in 2009, helping home-less families at a non-profit agency in the Bronx. Today she works at the Henry Street Settlement on the Lower East Side of Manhattan where, she says, “Working with my cli-ents to help them build a new life is extremely fulfilling. They motivate me to make recovery a reality for people suffering from mental dis-abilities. They are my inspi-ration.”

Ms. Rosa said she is pleased to help fill the need for social workers familiar with Latino culture. “A lot of the community does not speak English. A lot of times I go to government agencies and see people…struggling to get their requests across,” she said.

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every four-year-old in New York City. Fami-lies must pre-register or they may lose their offer. Through this additional year of learning, chil-dren will explore with science projects, learn new vocabulary words, develop social skills and bring their parents into the classroom as part-ners. We will continue to work directly with families to find a pre-K program that is a good fit for their child.”

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Why Music Education is Vital

At a time when budget cuts are reducing the quantity and quality

of arts education, experts stress that teaching music in school is still vital. Beyond the cul-tural value of music education, research has shown that both listening to music and play-ing music stimulates the brain and can increase memory, problem-solving and language skills, as well as help develop social skills.

The numbers don’t lie. Stu-dents in top quality music pro-grams score better in English and math than students with no music programs; and schools with music programs have higher graduation and atten-dance rates than those without. Children given four months of piano lessons scored 27 per-

cent higher on math and frac-tion tests than other students.

If your school is not well-equipped to offer a quality musical education program, consider furnishing your home with a digital piano or other in-strument to provide your child with these same benefits. More

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With encouragement, mu-sical education can build pride, confidence and a strong foun-dation for overall academic success.

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HARLEM COMMUNITY NEWSPAPERS URBANOLOGY

BreathologyBy William A. Rogers

I had the pleasure of interviewing Sekou Ayo Handy-Kendi,

founder of Optimum Life Breathology, a life-changing Yoga for Spirit, Mind and Body on my Urbanology ra-dio show last week. Ayo is conducting a number of workshops across the country teaching peo-ple how to breathe effi-ciently. We all know that breathing is the key to life, but most people are not breathing efficiently. When most people take a deep breath they focus on bring air into the lungs

and raising the chest. Abdominal breathing is the most efficient way to breathe; it is how we learned to breathe while in our mother’s womb

Abdominal breathing is an ancient method used by Taoists and martial art-ists to detoxify the lungs. At one point in our lives we all used the abdominal breathing method; it was how we received nutri-tion when we were in our mother’s womb. Our ab-domen would expand and we would receive vital nu-trition and oxygen through our umbilical cord. We would then contract our abdomen to release waste.

During our early years we are taught to expand our chest and not our abdomen when taking in oxygen, which is not the natural way to breathe.

We teach abdominal breathing at the Har-lem Ki Center because it is the foundation of the self-health process. Stress, the major cause of illness, can be addressed by learning abdominal breathing. Anxiety, de-pression, asthma, high blood pressure and in-somnia are a few of the conditions that abdom-inal breathing can ad-dress. That is why I am always happy to support

Ayo Handy-Kendi’s quest to travel around the country teaching as many people as she can how to breathe for health.

I was introduced to the health benefits of abdominal breathing by Grand Master Leon Wal-lace while studying Goju Karate under him. His favorite Kata and what became my favorite kata was called Sanchin, also known as the breathing kata. The Sanchin kata was developed over 100 years ago by Grand Master Miyage Chojun, the founder of the Goju (hard/soft) Karate sys-tem. Grand Master Wal-

lace would always say that Sanchin will make you strong and keep you healthy. It has taken me many years to truly un-derstand his wisdom.

Abdominal breath-ing will charm the mind which will balance the flow of internal energy. This has a relaxing effect on the body and the main reason that one must learn abdominal breath-ing before attempting to practice mediation. It is not difficult to relearn how to breathe from the abdomen and not the chest. After you practice for a while the body’s memory will take over

and you will start breath-ing like you did in your mother’s womb without thinking about it.

Ayo Handy-Kendi has a video on abdom-inal breathing on her website at www.posi-tivenergyworks.com you can also call the Ki Cen-ter at 646 329-6727 to schedule an abdominal breathing training ses-sion. Learning the art of breathing will improve the quality of your life naturally. Send me an email at [email protected] if you would like additional information on this sub-ject.

Answers to Puzzle on page 26Herbs Are Nature’s Medicine...By Zakiyyah

Anise seeds is a spice that is well known for its

sweet aroma and distinct licorice flavor. It is famil-iar to many of us as the liquor annisette. Though its essential oil, aneth-ole is responsible for its unique fragrance, aneth-ole has been noted for its estrogenic effect, which has substantiated their use to stimulant the pro-duction of breast-milk. Put a teaspoon of anise seeds in a quart of wa-ter for 4-8 hours to make anise seed water. The water has also proven very helpful in relieving infants of a runny nose, as well as greatly reliev-

ing the pain babies suffer from colic. Such an eas-ily prepared spice, anise seed tea/water is popu-lar in relieving gas and bloating, and has been known to relieve bleed-ing ulcers very quickly.

I always suggest that when wanting to use herbal teas for children and infants, simply pre-pare a cup of herb tea for yourself, halving the amount of herb (taking ¼ to ½ teaspoon) to a full cup of boiling wa-ter. Then simply take one teaspoon of that tea and put in a child’s or infants’ water bottle. In these in-stances, herbal teas don’t have to be strong to have

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All around the country we’ve had strange weather patterns. I

can remember always being able to count on running to Los Angeles to bask in the omni-present sunshine and warm Santa Ana breezes whenever I wanted to escape New York’s snow and freezing tempera-tures. Now I find that more of-ten than not, I need my winter coat in Los Angeles and that New York temperatures are warmer than in sunny southern California. But have faith! Re-gardless of the type of weather we are experiencing, spring has arrived! Have the chang-ing climates reeked havoc on

your skin? Perhaps you’re be-ginning to notice that your skin is dry, itchy and flaking. You know that beneath the dryness is a brighter more beautiful layer of skin, but you just can’t get to it! It’s covered by a thin later of-and yes I’m going to say it-ASH!

If you were a snake, you could count on crawling out of your skin in the spring, but alas, that’s not an option for us. So what can you do to improve the look and feel of your skin?

All you men out there listen up! These tips aren’t just for women; you’re not immune to dry skin problems either. You may be reluctant to do any-thing about it, but flaky skin is unattractive on anyone. If you like feeling soft skin, you can bet she does too. Go for it!

Before you do anything re-motely cosmetic, check with

your dermatologist or doctor. Sometimes skin problems are the result of food allergies or contact dermatitis or indicate other, more serious medical problems. Only your medical provider knows the true dif-ference between just plain old ashy skin and a serious rash that may benefit from medical attention.

I know that you don’t want to hear this next suggestion, but it works: Your skin needs to be hydrated, and the best hydrator in the world is water. So drink plenty of water and again, check with your doc-tor to see how many glasses he/she recommends that you drink each day. Soda doesn’t count, nor does the water in your coffee or tea. Plain old water is fine. Water helps flush your system and remove tox-ins from your body, as well as

keeping your skin moist so it maintains elasticity.

This may sound like a sil-ly question, but are you using a lotion or water-soluble body oil after you bathe? A good soothing lotion or oil will help to seal in the moisture, and besides it just feels great on your skin. If you’re allergic to fragrance, look for a fra-grance-free lotion for sensitive skin. Years ago, I remember dropping a closed jar of Vase-line into my hot bath so that I could experience “Vaseline La-Hot.” I loved massaging the warm melted petroleum jelly into my skin and the feel-ing of a smooth satiny softness.

Remember the snake I men-tioned earlier? Well, molting is what I would call the ultimate exfoliation process, but you can exfoliate as well. There are several inexpensive prod-

ucts you can buy off the shelf to easily remove dry skin, from salt scrubs to exfoliating lotions and creams. My favorite way to exfoliate gently is to com-bine baking soda with a gentle lotion-type cleanser. It’s great for your entire body, doesn’t scratch your skin, and washes down the shower drain easily. You can use a soft wash cloth to gently rub the dry skin away. Remember, your skin is a very delicate organ and does not appreciate being scrubbed too hard. And don’t forget those el-bows and knees, they need love, too. Summer follows spring, so if you want your skin to look good in those muscle-man tees, swim trunks, sleeveless tops, shorts and miniskirts, you’ll want glowing, ash-free skin. It’s possible if you start now. Think about it. See ya next week.

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HARLEM COMMUNITY NEWSPAPERS CHURCH

I would like to thank ev-eryone who attended the Appreciation Service at

Tabernacle of Deliverance last weekend. The atten-dance was phenomenal. The groups that sang were excel-lent. Dr. Rev. Ouida Hard-ing reminded us of the im-portance and the need for us to return to the hymns of the church. Her seminars and her performances across the country are a fitting vehicle to bring us back to the true music of the church. Marie Della Thomas and fami-ly sang the church happy. They were followed by Sis. Beverly Wright from LeG-ree Baptist Church. Bishop William Anderson, the As-

sistant Pastor of Emmanu-el Baptist Church, was the worship leader. I was hum-bled beyond expectation and thank you all for your attendance. Ambassador Suzan Johnson-Cooke, can-didate for Congressperson from Harlem spoke during the service. Special thanks to my boss, Professor Ange-la Harden, General Manager of WHCR-90.3 FM, for her support. The members of St. Matthew’s Baptist Church made me really happy with their attendance, their sing-ing and their words of sup-port and encouragement. My Sunday school teacher from way back, Sis. Edna Carpenter sang and spoke. The daughters of Rev. Dr.

John J. Sass, the late Pastor of St. Matthew’s spoke. It was Rev. Sass who baptized me, allowed me to be the organist and ordained me at my home church St. Mat-thew’s. God got the glory, honor and praise!

Faith Memorial Baptist Church celebrated Men’s and Woman’s Day last Sunday. The afternoon guests were Rev. Gloria Bradshaw, Pastor of Mt. Bethel Baptist Church in the Bronx. This was the best ser-vice yet! Mt. Bethel and their choir, members and Pastor, brought the joy and the power of the Lord to Faith! Rev. Ray-mond Mickens is the Pastor of Faith. It also marked the debut of the Faith Men’s Chorus. They sang!

Bishop William Anderson was the guest preacher at Uni-ty Baptist Church, where Rev. McCoy is the Pastor.

Franklin Avenue Baptist Church, on Franklin Avenue in the Bronx celebrated the Ush-er’s Ministry last Sunday. Rev. Idus Nunn is the Pastor.

It’s amazing how the con-troversy surrounding police brutality has shifted from White officers abusing Afri-can-Americans and Latinos to citizens being assaulted and harassed by officers of their own race. Clearly it’s not a ra-cial thing – it’s a police power thing. Keep your cell phones handy and carefully record all police involved confrontations.

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“The South Side: A Portrait of Chicago and American Segregation” REVIEW by Terri Schlichenmeyer, Harlem News contributor

Be it ever so humble, there’s no place like home.

Shut the door, and what’s in-side is familiar and comfortable. It’s yours, and it’s where you want to be at the end of the day. Or maybe not: in “The South Side: A Portrait of Chicago and American Segregation” by Natalie Y. Moore, you’ll see how one city’s housing affects black lives.

In 1779, Jean Baptiste Point DuSable, a black man, founded what would eventually become Chicago. African Americans, therefore, lived in Chicago from the beginning but the “Great Mi-gration” (early-twentieth-centu-ry flight from Southern racism) and a “secondary wave” (post-World War II) brought “more than one million” new black

faces to the Windy City by the 1970s.

Almost from the start, those black Chicagoans were barred, via covenants and rules, from living in neighborhoods that were mostly white or perceived as desirable. Red-lined maps de-noted areas where blacks could live, mostly on Chicago’s south

side. Moore says that new resi-dents didn’t see overt “whites only” signs in their new home-town, but “the city designed a way for blacks not to fully par-ticipate in the freedoms of the North.”

Moore’s own grandparents were part of the Great Migra-tion, and settled in areas they grew to love. After Moore’s parents were married, they bought a small house in a neigh-borhood full of middle-class black families, put their chil-dren in integrated schools, and shopped at local, black-owned businesses.

Still, then as now, “the black middle-class is not the same as white middle class.” In this book, Moore cites examples: 70 percent of Chicago s “food des-ert” population is black; retailers seem reluctant to open stores in mostly-black neighborhoods; there’s an often-unfair percep-tion of high crime on the South Side, Chicago schools aren’t at all well-integrated, and Moore herself was victim to discrimina-tory lending.

And yet, she says, “Change is possible” but it won’t be easy

or quick. It’s entrenched -some residents of segregated housing don’t want to leave - and it’s “a regional and a hyperlocal issue,” but it can be fixed.

It took me awhile to see “The South Side” as more than a biog-raphy with incidental facts: au-thor Natalie Y. Moore makes the first many pages of her book so very personal that it’s somewhat hard to determine where it’s go-ing, other than with tales – albeit, interesting ones, particularly to Chicagoans – of Moore’s family and upbringing.

Slowly, though, the reason for this book comes into focus, as does the reason why you should read it: Moore weaves her own experiences into that of black history and segregation in general. She shows how the gov-ernment is involved, how seg-regation is mythologized, and what, more importantly, can be done to lessen it. On that note, the advice Moore offers is rather Chicago-centric, but useable na-tionwide.

Exploring this book, though it’s good reading, is going to take patience; yes, it contains info you can use, but only if you endure

the wandering. Only then, those with tolerance (of all kinds) may find that “The South Side” has a place on their bookshelf.

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HARLEM COMMUNITY NEWSPAPERS CONSUMER

Creative Ways to Use Fresh, Summer Ingredients

In summer, the abun-dance of fresh ingredi-ents can be overwhelm-

ing, especially if you stick to the same old recipes. Make more of the fresh pro-duce available to you at the grocer, farmers market and even your own garden, by thinking creatively.

To help, the summer food experts at Betty Crocker are offering some great ideas for using fresh, seasonal produce.

1. Save the best berries for later.

Berry season is far too

short. Make it last longer by freezing berries for the cooler months. Choose fruit at peak freshness, and then store it in high-qual-ity freezer bags that seal tightly, removing as much excess air -- fruit’s worst enemy -- as possible before freezing. Label bags with the freeze date and remem-ber: a full freezer is more efficient, so stock up!

2. Take advantage of fresh tomatoes.

If you have more fresh tomatoes than you know what to do with, consider these creative uses:

• Caprese Salad. Lay-er sliced tomatoes, fresh mozzarella slices and basil. Drizzle with olive oil and

a good balsamic vinegar. Sprinkle with salt and serve.

• Bruschetta. Served on small slices of toasted bread, bruschetta is a per-fect appetizer for any dinner party.

• No-Cook Pasta Sauce. Marinara sauce can be too heavy for summer, but a raw sauce showcasing fresh tomatoes is perfect. Try Rigatoni and Tomatoes for a great introduction.

3. Add a touch of sweet-ness to zucchini.

Managing the bounty of garden-fresh zucchini is al-ways a challenge, so think beyond the main course. You can make the most out of the humble summer squash with baked treats like pineapple zucchini bread, zucchini bars and

chocolate zucchini snack cake.

4. Bake with fresh ber-ries.

Baking with fresh ber-ries is one of the highlights of summertime. Favorite desserts that call for fresh-ly picked strawberries, raspberries and blueberries include classics like fresh strawberry pie, but also inventive creations like brownies and berries des-sert pizza and blueberry cheesecake bars.

5. Make pickles easy.Preserving the sum-

mer bounty of cucumbers doesn’t mean you need to spend days canning. For a tasty shortcut, layer cu-cumber slices, onions and carrots in a glass container. Mix with sugar, vinegar,

salt and dill weed. Cover and refrigerate for at least 24 hours, but no longer than two weeks.

6. Make berries last with freezer jam.

Freezer jam is a smart way to hold on to summer’s fresh berries without the hassle of traditional jam. Try this recipe for Straw-berry Freezer Jam:

Mash 4 cups strawber-ries, until slightly chunky, to make 2 cups. Mix with 4 cups sugar in large bowl. Let stand at room tempera-ture 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Mix 3/4 cup water and one package pow-dered fruit pectin in 1-quart saucepan. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly. Boil and stir one minute. Pour hot pectin mixture over straw-

berry mixture; stir constant-ly three minutes. Immedi-ately spoon mixture into freezer containers, leaving 1/2-inch headspace. Wipe rims of containers; seal. Let stand at room temperature about 24 hours or until set. Store in freezer up to six months. Thaw and stir be-fore serving.

More seasonal recipes and summer cooking tips can be found at BettyCrock-er.com/summerfoods.

Summer’s flavors can be fleeting, so make culinary creations count by using the freshest ingredients in new ways.

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see answers on page 22STATEPOINT CROSSWORDTHEME: GARDENING 101ACROSS1. “Sisterhood of the Traveling ____”6. Pavlova’s step9. Southeast Asia food staple13. Fire starter14. “My ____ Private Idaho,” movie15. Red Cross supply16. Indian soldier in Brit-ish Army, historical17. CSI evidence18. U in UV19. *Climber support21. *Light recommenda-tion for some plants23. Computer network acronym24. Green stroke25. Olympic chant28. Cry like a baby30. Depletes

35. X-ray units37. *Organ of photosyn-thesis39. Nary a soul40. Doing nothing41. Reduce pressure43. Tolkien villains44. Spy’s other name46. Judo gym47. Same as Celt48. *Cross between plant varieties50. They don’t mix with water52. Hi-____ graphics53. Demeanor55. Black and white sea bird57. *Homemade fertilizer61. *Without synthetic chemicals65. Driver’s 18066. Roswell debris?68. Speedily69. Alley cat70. Game day appetizer71. Zwiebacks

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CAN DO TIP Week #23: Color Me Healthy!

52 CAN DO’S: Healthy Lifestyle Solutions for each week of the year

Although May is recognized nation-ally as Physical

Fitness & Sports month, according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness it is also widely recognized as Mental Health Aware-ness month. Last month I wrote an article series on the role that physical fit-ness plays in mental/cog-nitive health. This week, I will briefly touch on the role that nutrition plays, specifically focusing on the danger of food dyes in relationship to some

behavior disorders like hyperactivity, aggressive behavior, and even ADD/ADHD in children.

In the 1990s there was a band called Color Me Badd. It appears the food industry has been doing just that since the 1970s, using more and more food coloring with each decade in thousands of products containing dangerous chemicals, many of them petroleum based (yes, I said petroleum) and pro-viding no nutritional value whatsoever, but as a tool to color the pockets of food manufacturers the color green, while we the con-sumers –particularly chil-dren, suffer the most.

Michael Jacobson, Di-rector of Center for Sci-ence in the Public Interest (CSPI) urged the FDA in 2011 to ban the use of food dyes specifically Red #40, Yellow #5, and Yellow #6, which has been studied

for a possible link to hy-peractivity, ADD, ADHD and other mental/cognitive behavioral disorders in children from thousands of products like potato chips, cereals, juice, candy, meat, salad dressing, and maca-roni and cheese.

It should be noted that the FDA’s Food Advisory Committee, a panel out-side experts in nutrition, toxicology and science concluded that there was “not enough evidence to suggest that artificial dyes

used to color foods con-tribute to hyperactivity [behavioral disorder] in children”. Still, CSPI.org lists personal testimonials (and some horror stories) from parents across the country detailing the ef-fect food dyes have had on their children. One parent from New Jersey described their child after consuming artificial food coloring as becoming “very disorient-ed…unable to focus and prone to extremely angry outbursts resulting in a

complete loss of control – violently striking out...” and noting that the child’s symptoms “ are almost non-existent when he does not consume dyes…”.

Numerous health and medical experts agree 90% of dis-ease begins in the colon, which obviously contains the food that we eat. As a fitness profession-al I am always searching for simple solutions that strike at the core of chron-ic disease prevention. One solution is to become more mindful of how we eat in terms of label reading. In-vestigate unknown ingre-dients on the internet, ask questions of your doctor or nutritionist and above all, trust your gut! Seek help immediately if you suspect that what you or your child is eating is costing you more than what you’ve bargained for.

Next week…steps some companies have

taken to eliminate food dyes, plus natural, safe al-ternatives that have been used for centuries to color food.

Mother AME Zion Church presents the final in a series of healthy work-shops for the 9th Annual Healthy Roots Fitness & Nutrition Camp (HRF-NC), this Sunday, May 29 1-3pm. Location: 140-6 West 137th Street, New York, NY 10030. Special guest! Come join us! HRF-NC information: [email protected].

Monifa Maat is a Com-munity Health Advocate, Certified Fitness Expert and Author of Bed Aer-obics Fitness Flow®, a faith-based, therapeutic bed exercise and mo-bility system. To reach Monifa Maat-- Email: [email protected]. Visit www.TheHealthyMotivator.com.

Is Your Water Safe to Drink?

Although many Americans are aware of the water

crises taking place in dif-ferent parts of the country, such as Flint, Michigan and New Jersey, most be-lieve themselves to be far removed from these situa-tions. Experts caution how-ever, that what’s happening there could happen any-where, anytime to whole neighborhoods, individual streets or even just to a spe-cific house.

Indeed, plumbing com-ponents still could legally contain up to eight percent lead as recently as January

2014. The good news is there are steps you can take to protect your family.

“The most important thing individual families can do to improve wa-ter quality is to filter it at home,” says Joseph Har-rison, former chief of the EPA’s Safe Drinking Water Branch.

Harrison says there are filters that require in-stallation, but the easiest option is to purchase a fil-tering system available at a local retailer that you fill with water and put in your fridge. Such systems come in various shapes and sizes,

making them a good op-tion for any size family or fridge.

For example, ZeroWa-ter offers the only portable gravity-fed pour through filtration device that re-duces the Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) measurement down to virtually zero and are certified by the NSF for lead reduction and other heavy metals to a safe level.

By removing 99.6 per-cent of all total dissolved solids, the filters get a 000 measurement on the digital water meter, which is equiv-alent to purified bottled wa-ter. They also remove more

pharmaceuticals and chemi-cals than other leading two-stage filter brands, accord-ing to Good Housekeeping Research.

“Until all lead pipes in the water infrastructure system are safely replaced,

consumers are largely on their own when it comes to protecting their families from lead,” says Harrison. “That’s why it’s so import-ant to treat your water with a filter certified to reduce lead content.”

While all families should take steps to protect their health, proactive mea-sures are especially crucial for families with pregnant women and children under six years old. This is be-cause lead toxin exposure primarily affects develop-ing brains and causes re-duced intelligence, learning disabilities, developmental delays and fetal deaths.

To learn more about wa-ter filtration and how to test your water for lead, visit ZeroWater.com.

You don’t have to accept your local water quality as-is. By filtering your water, you can improve both its quality and its taste.

By Monifa Maat “The Healthy Motivator” (www.TheHealthyMotivator.com)

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Congressman Serrano Hosts Badillo Post Office Renaming CeremonyU.S. Congressman José

E. Serrano; Bronx Borough President

Rubén Díaz, Jr.; Senator Rubén Díaz; Assemblyman José Ri-vera; Councilmember Rafael Salamanca; Lorraine Castel-lano, District Manager of the New York District, United States Postal Service; Bronx Postmaster Lilliam Rodriguez and other local elected officials held a ceremony today to offi-cially rename and inaugurate the Herman Badillo Post Office located at 442 East 167th St. in Morrisania.

The change of the name of the post office was made possi-ble thanks to a bill introduced by Congressman Serrano and the New York Congressional delegation, H.R. 1350<https://serrano.house.gov/media-cen-ter/press-releases/house-pass-es-legislation-rename-morrisa-nia-post-office-after-herman>,

that was approved in July of 2015 to celebrate the Honor-able Herman Badillo’s achieve-ments as Bronx Borough Presi-dent, Congressman, and Deputy Mayor of New York City. Badi-llo was the first Puerto Rican to hold each of these offices.

Congressman Serrano said, “I am thrilled to celebrate the renaming of the Herman Badi-llo Post Office and to be joined by so many familiar faces, in-cluding Gail Badillo. To many of us, Badillo was a friend, to others a mentor, but to all of us he was a legend and a hero we will remember for generations to come. He was not only the first Puerto Rican to hold many elected posts at the local, state, and federal levels, but his work was instrumental in Puerto Ri-cans’ civic participation in local politics and in bringing atten-tion to issues of concern to the community. Renaming this Post

Office, a historic building in the heart of the Bronx, used by thousands every week, is a fit-ting tribute that will help ensure his legacy and memory live on.

Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. said, “I was proud to join so many friends and colleagues here today to pay tribute to the federal ser-vice of a trailblazer, a mentor and a friend, my predecessor in the borough president’s office and our former congressman, Herman Badillo. Today’s re-dedication ceremony is a fitting tribute to his trailblazing ser-vice to The Bronx, the City and our nation in the House of Rep-resentatives,” said Bronx Bor-ough President Ruben Diaz Jr.

Councilmember Rafael Sal-amanca, Jr. said: “As the first Puerto Rican to serve as the Bronx Borough President and as a member of Congress, it is safe to say that the Hon. Her-man Badillo was a trailblazer. Truly, many of us who have fol-lowed him would not have been able to do so without his tenac-ity and courage, and it is only fitting that we honor him today and for many years to come.”

Lorraine Castellano, Dis-trict Manager of the New York District, United States Postal Service said: “Today’s rededi-cation is one of the most pres-tigious honors the United States Postal Service bestows on an individual who has reached the pinnacle of respect from this nation. The Postal Service is thankful to be able to be part of this special event in the name of Congressman Herman Ba-dillo. “

Senator Schumer said: “Herman Badillo -- the first Puerto Rican elected to the

United Stated Congress -- was a true Bronx Boy and a New York original. I can think of no one more deserving of the honor of having this building named after him than Herman Badillo. Herman Badillo ex-emplified the American ethos that you can achieve greatness and enact positive change re-gardless of humble beginnings and economic disadvantage and discrimination. The Herman Badillo Post Office in Morri-sania is a fitting tribute to his legacy of work for civil rights, equal opportunity, education re-form and more.”

Senator Gillibrand said: “Congressman Herman Badi-llo will be remembered for his tenacity, dedication to service, and passion for the issues fac-ing his fellow New Yorkers.

His advocacy on behalf of the families he fought for left an in-delible mark on the community. With this post office renaming, we honor Herman Badillo’s pivotal leadership and cele-brate his contributions to the community he fought for and proudly represented throughout his life.”

Rep. Charles Rangel said, “Our friend Herman Badillo was a fixture in New York City politics for nearly four decades, championing civil rights, jobs, housing and educational re-form. Even after his passing, he continues to be a true testament to the American Dream. This post office in his honor is a fit-ting way to preserve and honor the legacy of a champion in the Bronx. I thank Congressman Serrano for leading the New

York Congressional Delegation to push the bill through and make this day come true. It is a joyous occasion for all of us.”

Rep. Joe Crowley said: “Herman Badillo was not only a trailblazer for the Latino com-munity, but a champion for vulnerable communities every-where,” said Rep. Joe Crowley (D-Queens, the Bronx). “By naming this post office after Ba-dillo, we can honor his legacy and ensure that future genera-tions will recognize a man who did so much for our communi-ty. This truly is a wonderful day to celebrate the life of Herman Badillo and I thank Congress-man Serrano for leading this effort.”

Congressman José E. Serra-no has represented The Bronx in Congress since 1990.

From left to right: Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz; Lorraine Castellano, District Manager of the New York District, USPS; Gail Badillo; Bronx Postmaster Lilliam Rodriguez. (5/23/2016)

Sign with new name of Herman Badillo Post Office made possible by an Act of Congress. (5/23/2016)


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Brooklyn is by far one of the most cel-ebrated and cultur-

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On Sunday, June 26, 2016, from 12pm to 6:00pm, Brooklyn Bor-ough President Eric L. Ad-ams will join a festive host of Brooklynites as well as

international and domes-tic cultural enthusiasts to launch the Central Brook-lyn Arts & Cultural Walk (CBACW). This festive affair, taking place along the campuses of Brook-lyn Public Library, Brook-lyn Botanic Garden, and Brooklyn Museum, will serve as the official kickoff of the One Brooklyn Fund, Inc. (OBFI), the borough of Brooklyn’s very own chari-table arm.

In partnership with key sponsors NYC & Co., Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce, WBLS FM, and the New York Daily News, the famed Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Arch located at Grand Army Plaza will serve as the official staging area for the family-friend-

ly CBACW. Activities, in-cluding live entertainment, cultural artistic expressions, food vendors and exhibi-tors, will take place along Eastern Parkway from Flatbush to Washington/Classon avenues, allowing patrons from all over to partake in the culturally en-riched legacy that is Brook-lyn.

Other activities include the Brooklyn Public Li-brary’s 75th Anniversary celebration, which will fea-ture live entertainment and family-friendly activities in their plaza area. Brooklyn Botanic Garden will roll out its kid-friendly Discov-ery Garden workshop, and the Brooklyn Museum will provide arts and crafts for all ages in their plaza area.

CBACW will unveil its annual Children’s Village, which will include the BK Chill ice cream tasting af-fair matching children with senior citizens. This all-day affair will also include family-friendly workshops, demonstrations, health screenings, and much more.

The One Brooklyn Mov-ie Under the Stars, taking place Saturday, June 25th, behind the iconic Brook-lyn Museum, is an open-air affair that will provide patrons from all over the world an opportunity to kick off the summer with a family-friendly moonlit movie. On Sunday morn-ing, Brooklyn Borough President Adams and a celebratory host of Brook-

lyn’s best will relaunch the annual Welcome Back to Brooklyn inductions. This invitation-only affair hon-ors famed Brooklynites who have gone on to make outstanding contributions to society and the world at large. The 2016 inductee include comedian and talk show host Joy Behar, and will take place at the Brook-lyn Botanic Garden.

The Central Brooklyn Arts & Cultural Walk ends on a high note as support-ers and dignitaries come together for OBFI’s Wel-come Back to Brooklyn Fundraising Dinner. This festive affair, made possible by generous sponsors and partners, will take place in Prospect Park and will fea-ture a festive moonlit barbe-

que surrounded by a cabana setting.

Established in 2015 by Brooklyn Borough President Eric L. Adams, OBFI serves as the official non-profit organization affiliated with the Office of the Brooklyn Borough President. OBFI seeks to build engagement and col-laboration among Brook-lyn’s diverse communities through services, programs, and events while connect-ing people, fostering part-nerships, and providing resources to facilitate a healthy and secure future for the borough. At the same time, OBFI promotes the culture of “One Brook-lyn” as it encourages civic pride and enhances the lives of all Brookynites.


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Brooklyn Mothers honored by Erena Hair Center

On Saturday, May 7, ERENA Hair Center & Salon hon-ored Brooklyn mothers,

with its Fifth Annual Mother’s Day Celebration & Community Giveback event. The celebration was held at ERENA Hair Center’s flagship loca-tion, in the East Flatbush section of Brooklyn, located at 4811 Church Ave. Brooklyn, NY. Special guests included, lupus survivor and person-

al development coach Kisha Johnson McRae, who was honored for her tremendous efforts, in overcoming a 25-year long battle with lupus and going on to inspire others to over-

come their personal struggles as a certified life coach and social worker. The event also featured the musical sounds of Brooklyn’s own NO LIMIT BAND NYC. The event also featured the delicious dessert samplings from lead sponsor Far Rockaway bakery Renee’s Sweet Tooth.

With his 20-plus years of experi-ence in the manufacturing of superior quality hair extensions and in serving a predominantly woman-based cli-entele, ERENA Hair Centers founder V. Phillip Baker realizes that more than 85% of his clients were mothers from all walks of life with a common goal of wanting to look good and feel their best. Since identifying this need, Mr. Baker has gone on to cele-brate all moms every Mother’s Day, to honor their continued sacrifice, dedication, and commitment to our daily lives. “For years, I’ve watched as mothers came in and out of my establishment, on or before Mother’s Day, complaining of feeling unap-

preciated for all that they do. One day I decided, that I wanted to do something about it” said Mr. Baker. “Mothers are the very fabric of our communities, businesses, schools, and families. For this, they deserve to be recognized, and treated like the

queens that they are, even if it’s only for one day out of the year.”

ERENA Hair Center is a man-ufacturer, wholesaler, and retailer of premium quality hair extensions to global audiences with a desire to enhance consumer knowledge of

natural hair care and maintenance. For more information or interviews, please contact Mirielle Edouard at 347.565.4353 or [email protected].

Photos by Lionel Edouard

Honoree Kisha Johnson McRae (left), Mirielle Edouard Re-Defining You! Branding Founding Partner

Mother’s Day Greeters - Lionel Edouard & Abena Alexander

No Limit Band Members, Lead singer Michelle Tabot


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Rochdale Village Hosts Free Prom Dress Give-AwayBy Denise Freeman

As Prom season ap-proaches, there are 100 graduating seniors

going to their prom with style! Operation PROM is a national non-profit organization that spear-headed the recent festivities when these young ladies said “Yes to the Prom Dress!” Operation PROM’s Queens Chapter and the Youth Planning Committee at Rochdale Village hosted a free Prom Dress Giveaway for teens in Queens.

They convened in Rochdale Village Community Center’s Grand Ballroom last Saturday. Over a half dozen racks of daz-zling dresses and flowing gowns were donated to make a difference in the lives of teen girls. The list of corporate sponsors has grown each year. In fact, Macy’s has

donated several thousand dress-es, as well as designers such as Ralph Lauren, Adrianna Papell, PromGirl.com, Saboroma, and Jovani Fashions. Young men also have the opportunity to receive free tuxedo rentals courtesy of an on-going national partnership with the Men’s Wearhouse (tuxe-dos are limited in quantity). The local sponsors of the two events this year in Queens were For-estdale Inc., Rochdale Village, New Life Day Spa and Pictures by Marvin Lewis. Students came from Rochdale and other com-munities across Queens and from other boroughs. The girls were extremely excited to see the qual-ity of dresses and to find the right dress. The gratitude was written all over their faces with smiles of joy.

Operation PROM has been making dreams come true since 2005. Founded by Yonkers resi-dent Noel D’Allacco, this orga-nization spearheads these annual

events with chapters led by direc-tors in eight states; New Jersey, Connecticut, Georgia, North Car-olina, Tennessee, Texas, Michi-gan and New York, which houses

their headquarters. D’Allacco and her team of Chapter Directors put all of the donated resources and funds toward Operation PROM. No one at the organization takes a salary.

The Queens Chapter is run by Director Candace Hutson. “My Mom raised me and my sisters to help others. She of-ten took from our cabinets and closets to help others. It became second nature for us to do so,” states Hutson. She continued with a personal story. “My sister passed away in 2007 and in the grieving process I felt the need to give back. She once helped a family friend get free resources for their prom. In 2010, I vol-unteered at a prom giveaway in my area. Then in 2011, I found Operation PROM and was able

to begin my own chapter in my home town with support from the organization.”

The program helps thousands of teens who live in shelters, group homes, or very low-income households attend their prom at little or no cost. Some have se-rious illnesses, physical or men-tal disabilities. To request a free prom dress, the student must be referred by their guidance coun-selor and complete an applica-tion showing they are passing all of their classes and in financial need. Operation PROM has made a positive impact in the lives of thousands of students across the country by assisting them with attending their prom at little or no cost. Information on making a donation can be found online at www.OperationPROM.org


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Association Women Construction Workers of America Salutes Women at their annual "Recognizing Women in Construction Industry" Awards By Denise Freeman

Association of Women Construction Workers of America, Inc. (AW-

CWA) hosted their seventh annual AWCWA Awards fete that hon-ored professionals who are change agents in the construction industry. The event took place at the trendy restaurant; MODA Grill locat-ed Downtown Jamaica, Queens. The program taught by AWCWA is designed to educate and create job placement opportunities for women and minority in the con-struction industry. The welcome and invocation was shared by Mistress of Ceremonies Michelle Newton. The message from the President of AWCWA, Herlema Owen inspired everyone to be a change agent. “The programs are tuition-free for the participants and represent a great opportunity to get a fresh start and build a new ca-reer,” Owens said. “Our graduates

are industry-ready and have been placed throughout the greater New York area”.

The Awards were presented for the following categories, The Joi Beard Woman of the Year Award was presented to an inspiration lead-er, Veronica Rose, President, Aurora Electric; Heidy A. Hinojosa Tapia, PHTJ General Contractor Corpo-ration is a woman who has made a powerful impact in construction and received the Industry Empowerment for Women Award; Making and cre-ating diverse career opportunities for others is the mission of Linda Johnson, Manager, Business Devel-opment and Aviation Programs, Port Authority NY & NJ is the recipient of the Industry Workforce Develop-ment Award; Industry Workplace Diversity Award went to Lisa Spiv-ey, Laborer, Local 731, International Union of North America, who is very committed to the workers in the field of Construction.

Two new awards were present-ed by AWCWA. “While our focus is on highlighting the achievements of women in the industry for the first time we will have a special category for men. We are encour-aging people familiar with the in-dustry to submit nominations.” The few good men honored this year were, Man of the Year which went to Ryan Marzullo Director - Design and Construction, NY, Delta Air Lines; The amazing Company of The Year Award was presented to Gedeon GRC Consulting.

AWCWA programs started at State University of New York, Queens Educational Opportunity Center. Now, the 15 week certifi-cate training programs are current-ly taught at New Life Medical and Safety Training Center at no cost to participants. In 2015, AWCWA partnered with Nassau BOCES Adult Education Programs to offer their Pre-Construction Training

Program to Long Island residents. And the most recent partnership is with Council for Airport Opportu-nity, Inc. which will present addi-tional training programs.

Owens career began in 1986 with her first employment opportu-nity as a laborer. Later, she gained

membership and worked under the auspices of the Excavators Union Local 731. The most notable proj-ects she has worked at the Airtrain Terminal Building, Jamaica Sta-tion/ Long Island Railroad Reha-bilitation Project, Citi Field, Phase 1 of the Atlantic Yards Project

(Barclays Center), Phase 3 Amer-ica Airlines and a foreman for John P. Picone Inc.to name a few. Thus, her career in the field of construc-tion spans the past 25 years.

For additional information about the organization log on to: www.awcwa.org.

Candace Hutson, Queens Chapter Director of Operation PROM and Rochdale Village Youth Planning Committee Chair, Mario Turner celebrate with one of the many teens in her prom dress. (Photo Credit: Rochdale Village Bulletin)

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