Challenger Community News july 22,2015

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BRING IT BACK!

Humboldt Parkway Stakeholders Plan Rally and March PG. 3

PATHWAY TO PROSPERITY

Over 2,000 Celebrate

An educational and career information

“PATHWAY TO PROSPERITY” Jobs, Training Info & More

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session presented by Erie County Legislator

PG. 16

EID IN THE PARK!

Betty Jean Grant, We Are Women Warriors and Erie Community College

NATIONAL INSIDE For individualsROC interested in starting, restarting or redirecting their education or career.

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ENTERTAINMENT

SUICIDE OR MURDER?

July 28, 2015 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Frank E. Merriweather, Jr. Library 1324 Jefferson Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14208

Hear local leaders and ECC officials speak about:

What Happened To Sandy?

• One- and two-year programs that take students from classrooms to careers • EVENING Financial aid OF and scholarships available to ease costs for all students Course flexibility to help those already balancing work and family THEATER• AND JAZZ! PG. 4 • Transportation options to all three ECC campuses PG. 2 • Pathways opportunities to non-high school graduates interested in pursuing higher education

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Instant admissions will be available for non-competitive academic programs.

Please bring your unofficial high school transcript or your original GED®/High School Equivalency (with test scores).

10th Annual

Queen City Jazz Festival PG. 8

“Buck Basketball” Debuts in Buffalo!! PG. 9

Scheduled guest speakers to include:

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INSIDE ROCHESTER

Challenger Community News • July 22, 2015

Sankofa Evening of Theatre & Jazz Fest 2015

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his year’s Sankofa Evening of Theatre & Jazz Fest 2015, held in August and September, has expanded to two weeks this year and showcases original works by African American playwrights.

All performances for this 8th annual event are 7:30 p.m. at the Multi-use Community Cultural Center (MuCCC), 142 Atlantic Ave., in Rochester’s Neighborhood of the Arts.

The festival’s first week will feature “The Brownstone,’’ a featured full-length play written by Laura A. Thomas and directed by Curtis K. Rivers.

Except for the opening night and reception on Thursday, Aug. 27 -- when admission is $16 in advance and $20 at the door -tickets for the Friday, Aug. 28 and Saturday, Aug. 29 shows are $14 in advance and $20 at the door.

The festival’s second week kicks off Thursday, Sept. 3 with music by a jazz combo and a gospel group.

The remaining nights feature one-act plays: Friday, Sept. 4,

“Garvey High ‘95’’ written

by David Taylor and directed by David A. Shakes along with “Bodacious Women of the Bible’’ written and directed by Delores Jackson Radney; Saturday, Sept. 5, “The Trial’’ written and directed by Jacquetta A. Harris along with “Window Pains’’ A rehersal scene from the 6th anwritten by Jahaka nual Festival in 2013.

Mindstorm and directed by Reuben Tapp. Admission is $12 in advance and $16 at the door. A $40 theatre package is also available, which includes all access to both weeks of the festival. For information on tickets or more details, call Mood Makers Books at (585) 271-7010 or go to www.muccc.org. -Kevin Hicks

Mayor Announces FILE: A New Effort to Encourage More Females to Become Police Officers

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ayor Lovely A. Warren today announced a new effort to bolster the representation of women serving on the Rochester police force. FILE (Females in Law Enforcement), is a new initiative developed by Recruitment Officer Christine Wilson designed to encourage more women to apply and become Rochester Police Officers. Currently, the Rochester Police Department (RPD) has more than 700 sworn police officers, 84 of which are female.

FILE will host a free, interactive information session called “FILE for a Day,” on Saturday, Aug. 29. The timing of the event corresponds with the City’s Civil Service Exam for Police Officer, which will be held in November and is the first step in becoming a police officer.

“I applaud Officer Wilson for creating this dynamic event to encourage more women to consider a career with the Rochester Police Department,” said Mayor Warren. “Our most recent recruit class was our most diverse ever-with more than half of the class consisting of women and minorities-and we are committed to continuing efforts of promoting diversity within the ranks of the RPD. As the first female mayor of our city, I understand the importance of strong female role models for our youth. FILE enhances our goals to create safer, more vibrant neighborhoods, jobs for our citizens and better educational opportunities for our children.”

Female representatives from the RPD will host “FILE for a Day” and provide an overview of all aspects of the job; from the hiring and background check process, to the Police Academy, to the different opportunities within the Department.

Mayor Warren “FILE for a Day is perfect for women who may have considered a career in law enforcement but may have notions or concerns that are stopping them from taking the Civil Service Exam for Police Officer,” said Officer Wilson. “ FILE for a Day will be held from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 29 at the Public Safety Training Facility, 1190 Scottsville Rd. The event is free and open to women between the ages of 19 to 34 who have a high school diploma or equivalent certificate, a valid NYS driver’s license and U.S. citizenship. For event details and to register, visit www.cityofrochester. gov/rpd-FILE, call the RPD recruitment office at (585) 428-6716 or email a recruiter at recruit@ cityofrochester.gov. Registration must be completed by Aug. 14, as seating is limited.

Full day PreK makes all the difference!

AroundTown *8th Annual A.B.O.V.E. Afrikan American Festival: Saturday, August 1 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. in Highland Bowl Park, 1200 South Avenue. *Rochester Teen Film Festival, Wednesday, August 5 at the Little Theatre . GO.NAZ.EDU/ RTFF. *FuturPointe Dance- The Red Green & Gold Show, Friday, July 24 at 7p.m. Hochstein Performance Hall. *’DAY’S PRO SKILLS CAMP hosted by Nate Robinson of the NBA L.A. Clippers for boys and girls ages 6-17, July 25-26 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., MCC. *Our Village Our Children’s First Annual Masquerade Boat Ride fundraiser, Saturday, August 8, 6:30 – 10 p.m., on the Harbor Belle, boat will leave at 7 p.m. $60 per ticket; available at www.arevillage.org For info: 585-454-9838.

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It’s a joy seeing my son so eager to learn. A full day has given him more time to practice his reading and writing skills, so I know he’ll be ready for kindergarten.

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-Rochelle, PreK parent

FREE programs include:

• Healthy breakfast and lunch • Literacy and math skills • Computer learning • Music, art, and dramatic play • Indoor/outdoor play and naptime • Free RTS bus pass for parent and child Register today! Call 262-8140 or visit www.rcsdk12.org/prek

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Challenger Community News • July 22, 2015

AREA BRIEFS Ellicott Mall Reunion Community Day!

BOOK LAUNCH: Author/artist Iris M. Kirkwood hosted a book launch of her new publication “The Pencil Drawings: Bits of Dreams & Memory” on July 11. Mrs. Kirkwood, born and raised in Buffalo, is self taught. “I call my style visual narratives (which) tell stories with each image,” she writes. The captivating pencil drawings span a one year period from July 2013 to August 2014. For more information or to order go to www.imkirkwood.webs. com or call 830-1466.

Marilyn A. Parker Scholarship Fundraiser The Marilyn A. Parker Scholarship Foundation (MAPS) will hold its 2nd annual fundraiser on Saturday, July 25 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at City Honors High School.

This year the foundation awarded its first two scholarhips to Lubana Ome a graduate of Bennett High School and Tymon Turner, a graduate of McKinley High. Ms. Ome will attend D’Youville College in the Fall. Mr. Turner will attend Buffalo State College.

The MAPS Foundation was established in memory of Marilyn A. Parker by her children, Lisa and Al Parker.

It is awarded to high school seniors who will pursue postsecondary education in the field of business.

Applications are due by April 1 of each year. Visit www.themapsfund.com or the Marilyn A. Parker Scholarship Facebook page for more information.

The Ellicott Mall Reunion Community Day will be held on Saturday, August 8 in JFK Park from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

There will be music, food, entertainment, a health fair, car show and more. For more information contact Rita @ 435-1154; Donald 602-7578, Earl 698-1260; Sheila 2350273 or Sylvia at 715-2915.

Downtown Connected to New Wi-Fi M&T Bank, Mayor Byron Brown and UB Partner to Launch New Wireless Internet Service

Buffalo Connect – the new outdoor, public Wi-Fi network running along Main Street in downtown Buffalo and into the popular Canalside area – is now available for use by downtown residents, employees and visitors.

The new service was launched today by Buffalo Mayor Byron Brown, M&T Bank Chairman and CEO Robert G. Wilmers and University at Buffalo President Satish Tripathi.

New Pilot Show: “Different Shades of Reality” A pilot show was taped on June 30 introducing a vibrant and informative program.

“Different Shades of Reality” produced by Hues & Views Productions, will air beginning August 22 on Channel 20. The show will feature live interviews throughout the city for “you” the citizen, voter, etc., on issues in your community. The pilot show will air again on every other Tuesday from 8 a.m. – 9 a.m. and from 4 p.m. – 5 p.m.

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Humboldt Parkway Stakeholders, Restore Our Community Coalition Call For Stories And Photos In Preparation For March And Rally

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he Restore Our Community Coalition is seeking photos and stories about the Humboldt Parkway, Hamlin Park and MLK Park communities prior to the construction of the Kensington Expressway.

They also would like to hear stories from people who witnessed and were impacted by the destruction of the parkway trees and homes.

Current residents and former residents are encouraged to send photos and statements using the “share your story” feature of the website roccbuffalo.org, by posting to the Restore Our Community Coalition Facebook page, or by calling (716) 883-0529.

The images and the stories will help the coalition to document the treasures of a once connected community and to plan for the Restore Our Community March and Rally which is set for August 8 at 1:00 PM. The purpose of the march and rally is to

A summer drive along Humboldt Parkway at Northland 1953. Buffalo &

Erie County Historical Society

raise awareness and educate the community about the need to restore Humboldt Parkway.

The march will begin at Riley Street on Humboldt Parkway northbound side, and walkers will commence to the East Lawn of the Buffalo Museum of Science for a rally with inspirational stories of the beauty of Humboldt Parkway before its demise, as well as music and passionate pleas to correct the Kensington mistake. Once the Expressway was built, it divided the

community and removed the tree-lined parkway that was to Hamlin Park what Lincoln Parkway and Bidwell Parkway are to the Elmwood village. This led to the demise of business districts on Jefferson and Fillmore Avenues once traffic was re-routed to the Kensington Expressway.

In addition, the Expressway pollution caused inordinate respiratory illnesses in homes along Route 33.

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$44 Million Workforce Training Center on East Side of Buffalo

Governor Cuomo unveiled plans for the Western New York Workforce Development Center, a new hub that will focus primarily on training for careers in the advanced manufacturing and energy sectors. To be located on Buffalo’s East Side, the center will inhabit a 100,000-squarefoot building at 683 Northland Avenue that has sat vacant for 25 years. The Western New York Workforce Development Center is expected to be funded with up to $29 million from the Buffalo Billion. This follows the Governor’s announcement in September 2014 that $6.7 million, as part of the Buffalo Billion, would go toward the acquisition and site planning of 50 acres of vacant or underutilized industrial land in the East Side’s Northland Avenue Belt Line Corridor. Buffalo-based Mustard Seed Consulting, has also started community outreach efforts for the master planning of the Northland Avenue Belt Line Corridor, and will host public forums and meetings with community leaders in the coming weeks and months “The Buffalo Billion development on the east side of the city continues today through strategic Assemblywoman Crystal Peoples-Stokes and Mayor Byron Brown picinvestment” stated Assembly- tured left, joined Gov. Cuomo and other dignitaries at the recent unveiling. woman Crystal Peoples-Stokes.

“The Western New York Workforce Development Center will facilitate training for career opportunities in advanced manufacturing and the growing energy sector. As companies grow and expand we need to ensure that a skilled workforce is available. The 200,000 square foot facility highlights the public sector commitment to meeting the private sector workforce needs. I applaud Governor Cuomo for his continued strategic investment throughout Buffalo and Western New York.”

Cudjoe Kazoola Lewis

Cudjoe Kazoola Lewis was the last known surviving African to have been forcibly transported across the Atlantic to America.

He was bought in 1860 for just $50 in what was then the West African kingdom of Dahomey (Benin Republic) and brought to the port of Mobile aboard the slave-ship Clotilde. He was freed at the end of the CivilWar and elected to remain in Alabama. He died in 1935 in what is now the suburban Mobile neighborhood of Prichard, aged about 94. ancestry #ancestor #africatoalabama #HIStory

Haitian Tribute

Haitian Tribute Monument in Franklin Square, Savannah Georgia . Dedicated to the Haitian soldiers who fought in the RevolutionaryWar siege of Savannah against the British. The Chasseur-Volontaires de SaintDomingue (free men of color) was the largest unit of soldiers of African decent to fight in the war. Also many key figures in the Haitian War for Independence gained military experience from their participation in Savannah such as HenriChristophe. There are many unsung heroes and foreign contributions to the Revolutionary War (on both sides) that American Continued Page 14

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LOCAL + NATIONAL + WORLD

WHAT HAPPENED TO SANDY?

VOTING ENDS IN BURUNDI

CONFEDERATE GENERAL’S LAST STAND: This month,

Why would a woman with a promising new job commit suicide after she was arrested over an argument for a minor traffic violation?

That’s the question on friends and families’ minds after police said Sandra Bland, a 28-year-old Black woman, killed herself in a Texas jail cell on July 13.The mysterious death came after police pulled over Bland for failing to signal when changing lanes and arrested her, they claim, for allegedly assaulting a cop. Three days later she was found dead in her jail cell, in what officials have called a suicide. But family, friends, and social media activists do not believe the story. Some of the distrust is based on the circumstances of Bland’s death — but, more broadly, the skepticism shows some of the wider distrust built up toward law enforcement over the past year of protests against police brutality.

HEMPSTEAD, Tex. — The authorities on Monday offered new details of the final hours of the life of a Chicago-area woman who was found hanged in a jail cell in Texas three days after she was arrested during a traffic stop.

A Waller County sheriff’s official described a timeline for the jail cell of the woman,Sandra Bland, that started early in the morning of July 13, when she refused a breakfast tray around 6:30 a.m., until a jailer found her hanging shortly after 9 a.m.

For about 90 minutes during that period, there was no movement by jail officials in the hallway leading to her cell, according to a video that the authorities released from a camera inside the jail.

“This investigation is still being treated just as it would be a murder investigation,” the Waller County district attorney, Elton Mathis, said. He said the case is likely to be turned over to a grand jury expected to be impaneled in August.

Mr. Mathis said he expected investigators to release a dashboard camera video of Ms. Bland’s arrest on Tuesday.

“There are too many questions that need to be resolved,” Mr. Mathis told reporters, saying that the Bland family “does make valid points” that Ms. Bland seemed to “have a lot of things going on in her life for good.”

Capt. Brian Cantrell of the Waller County Sheriff’s Office said that Ms. Bland replied “I’m fine” when a jailer was conducting rounds shortly after 7 a.m. and later inquired about how to make a phone call. But shortly after 9 a.m., a female jailer saw Ms. Bland hanging in her cell and summoned help. Other officers and emergency medical personnel tried unsuccessfully to administer CPR. The death of Ms. Bland has set off protests and calls for a federal investigation from her relatives and supporters, who have sharply disputed the official ruling by the Harris County medical examiner that her death was a suicide. They said Ms. Bland, who was Black, was a vocal opponent of police brutality, and they have requested an independent autopsy.

United States Representative Sheila Jackson Lee, a Texas Democrat, on Monday urged the Justice Department to investigate the deat “Someone’s child died; some young woman died that this family loves, and we owe them an explanation,” Ms. Jackson Lee said in asking Attorney General Loretta E. Lynch to begin an inquiry. “I cannot sense under the facts that I know now that a 28-year-old young woman, excited about a new job, posed a threat to anybody in Waller County, including any law enforcement officer.” The Texas Rangers and the F.B.I. are also investigating the case.

Challenger Community News • July 22, 2015

the Memphis City Council voted unanimously to begin the process of removing the brass statue of Nathan Bedford Forrest in a park near downtown Memphis— along with the remains of Forrest and his wife, encased since 1905 in its marble base. This effort joins a national wave of casting off Confederate icons since the massacre last month at a church in Charleston, S.C. Efforts to take down public flags or monuments associated with the Confederacy are being renewed in many communities and educational institutions are being pushed to rename campus buildings honoring people connected to slavery and the Confederacy.

Nathan Bedford Forrest was a Memphis slave trader, the original grand wizard of the Ku Klux Klan and a war criminal who led a gruesome Confederate massacre of surrendered black and white Union troops at nearby Fort Pillow in 1864.

He became a millionaire in Memphis before the Civil War, selling thousands of human beings in a “Negro Mart” he owned on Adams Avenue, then a popular street for slave trading and around the corner from present-day City Hall.

During some of that time, he also served on the board of city aldermen, a precursor to the City Council.

One ad for Forrest’s business said, “We will pay the highest cash price for all good Negroes offered.” It promised potential buyers “a lot of Virginia Negroes on hand, for sale, in the fall. Negroes bought and sold on commission.”

In 1968, Black Memphis sanitation workers marched past Adams Avenue on their way to City Hall, wearing signs declaring “I Am a Man.” The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated here while in town supporting those on strike.

In 1905, wWhite Memphis society scions created the park to be Forrest’s new resting place.

Myron Lowery, 68, the City Council chairman, is leading the removal effort. He is fully aware that as a Black man, he would not have been a public official in 1905, and that if he had opposed the statue then, he said, “I could have been lynched.”(Excerpted from The

New York Times.)

People in Burundi have voted amid widespread tension over President Pierre Nkurunziza’s decision to stand for a third consecutive term. Polling ended after a night of gunfire and explosions that claimed two lives in the capital Bujumbura.

The US State Department has joined critics saying the disputed presidential election lacks credibility and will discredit the government.

The government accuses the opposition of provoking violent protests.

President Nkurunziza is running for a third term despite a limit of two terms in the constitution.

The US said it would review all aspects of its partnership with the east African country including imposing visa restrictions on those it said were responsible for promoting instability.

Health Matters

Challenger Community News • July 22, 2015

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African American Male Wellness Walk!

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FLORISTS Maureen’s Flower Market 441 Ellicott St. * 852-4600

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INSURANCE Able Insurance Jeff Moore/Broker 1798 Main St. *883-5212

TAILORS Ann Rhod’s Tailoring 3185 Bailey Ave. (716) 838-5633

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Pictured above are scenes from the First Annual African American Male Wellness Walk/Run in Niagara Falls, N.Y. which took place last Saturday at Niagara Arts & Cultural Center located at 1201 Pine Avenue. The theme was “Healthy Men Make Healthy Families.” Among those pictured are the first to cross the finish line, Kenneth Baldon, Victor Searight and Willie Price with youth Tramire Peterson, Terrion Robinson and Cornelius Spencer. Also pictured, Joyce Sconiers, Felissa Davis and Shirley Hamilton, the head of the local NAACP Chapter. John Gregory of Columbus, Ohio (top right), the event’s founder, was also on hand to participate in the walk/run! Hats off to organizers for a great event! PHOTOS THIRD EYE.

Is This One Food Additive Making You Sick and Fat?

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s This One Food Additive Making You Sick and Fat? There are some very unhealthy and dangerous food additives that are causing heart failure, allergic reactions, gastrointestinal problems, circulatory problems, infertility issues, especially with women, tumor growth and even cancer.

If you know someone who is suffering from some strange symptoms that they can’t put their finger on and doctor’s tests show nothing, they might be having a reaction to a common food additive called Polysorbate 80.

Polysorbate 80 goes by several names, including: •E433 •Tween 80 •Polyoxyethylene 80 •Sorbitan Monooleate 80 •X-Sorbitan mono 9 octadecenoate poly •Oxy-1,2 ethanediyl

DO YOU REMEMBER…

Humboldt Parkway before the construction of the Kensington Expressway?

•Alkest •Canarcel Polysorbate 80 is a gold colored, gel-like substance that is found in a great variety of foods, as well as cosmetics, personal care items, and some other surprising places such as vitamins, supplements, cancer drugs, and vaccines.

This is one reason why it is so important to read labels, even on things you think might be safe. For example, even some “natural” mouthwashes, which are popular items in most organic or health food stores, contain Polysorbate 80.

Polysorbate 80 is used as a type of emulsifier for foods; skins care products, cosmetics, etc. This helps to bind together things that normally don’t mix, such as oil and water. Although that doesn’t sound like such as bad thing,

recent studies show that this ingredient is anything but harmless.

There are studies showing that this has been linked to infertility in mice, an increased risk of blood clots, heart attack, stroke, heart failure, and even the recurrence of cancer. One article in PubMed showed that Polysorbate 80 was a causative agent of pregnant women going into anaphylactic shock. Other studies show that this additive is especially harmful to those with Crohn’s disease.

You will find this ingredient in just about everything including (but not limited to): ice cream, Soap, Shampoo Vaccines, Cosmetics, Prescription Medications, Condiments, Skin Creams, Shortenings and Margarine,Vitamins Continued Page 10

March and Rally

Humboldt Parkway at Riley to Science Museum East Lawn August 8, 2015 from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

ROCCBuffalo.org (716) 883-0529

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FAITH BASED

It’s a GOSPELFEST Weekend!

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uffalo native Alexis Spight, national recording artist and runner up on BET’s Sunday Best Talent Show, will be the guest at this year’s annual GOSPEL FEST Saturday July 25 in MLK Park from 2 – 9 p.m.

A host of groups and Praise Dance Ministries from Buffalo and surrounding areas including Rochester and Niagara Falls will be participating.

Some of the local performers include: King Solomon’s Holiness Church “Experience Praise and Worship” team; Gussie Mitchell and “The Wondering Five”; Psalmist Annette Williams; Mt. Olive Baptist Sanctuary Choir; Men In White; The Collins Four; State Tabernacle Youth Choir; Metropolitan’s United Voices; Sanctified Flow and more.

For vending please call Mary Vance-Boyd at 716-773-7203.

Challenger Community News • July 22, 2015

“All Women In White” Dedication Service at St. John Baptist Church The Christian Women Fellowship of the St. John Baptist Church located at 184 Goodell St. where Minister Michael Chapman is the Pastor will be hosting an “ All Women In White” Dedication Service on Sunday July 26 at 4p.m . The theme this year is” Sisters In Christ, Restoring Our Souls.” The guest speaker will be Minister Annette Hood of Walls Memorial AME Zion Where Rev. Loretta Brooks is the Pastor. Come and be blessed, all women are welcome.

BIBLE FACTS…Did You Know... *Chapters were introduced to the Bible in 1238 by Cardinal Hugo de S. Caro. Verse divisions were not added until 1551 by Robertus Stephanus. * The longest chapter if the Bible is Psalm 119 with 176 verses. The shortest chapter is Psalm 117 with only 2 verses.

FAITH & FAMILY

Challenger Community News • July 22, 2015

Taking It To The Streets Vendor and Ad Book Applications Available

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Rev.and Mrs. Robert and Margie Graham Celebrate 50th Anniversary of Wedded Bliss!

Please save the date!! AUGUST 15 and 16, the 27th Annual Taking it to the Streets will be held in Martin Luther King Jr. Park. Wholesome family fun days for all ages! This is an event that meets the needs of the people, featuring a large health awareness tent, active stage with national and local recording artists, kids zone with multiple give-a-ways including back to school items, multicultural food vendors and much more. For vendor and ad book applications or more information call Anita Williams 716-891-4760 or 507-1931

St. Luke Annual “Sole 2 Soul” Community Day This Weekend For the 3rd year in a row, St. Luke AME Zion Church, 314 E. Ferry St., is sponsoring its

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Hackney

Sole 2 Soul Community Day in Woodlawn Park at the corner of E. Ferry and Dupont Streets.

The community is invited to come out on Saturday, July 25 between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. and share in the food, fun and fellowship as the continue to build “Unity in the community.”

There will be activities for all ages games, free health screening, career information, music and more.

For more information call the church at 883-0961.

The Rev. Cary L. Beckwith is pastor.

MAD DADS Bible Study Five years ago – July 4, 2010 Not dead to us who loved her, Not lost, but gone before; She lives with us in memory And will forevermore.

John, La Donna, Kevin, Eric and Tiffany

The MAD DADS organization is hosting a Tuesday Night Bible Study every Tuesday, with Rev. Derren L. Young, at GROUP Ministries, 1333 Jefferson Avenue from 6:30 – 8 p.m. Call 563-1834.

WORSHIP THIS WEEK!

Congratulations to Rev.and Mrs. Robert and Margie Graham on the celebration of their 50th anniversary of wedded bliss! The ceremony was held at St. Luke AMEZ Church in Buffalo, where The Rev. Cary L. Bechwith is the pastor. The Right Reverend Richard K. Thompson was the officiate. Twenty-five years ago Rev. Graham presided over the Marriage Ceremony of Buffalo Mayor Byron Brown and his lovely wife Michelle (congratulations to Mayor and Mrs. Brown as well!) pictured standing behind the Rev. and Mrs. Graham. PRINCESS PHOTOGRAPHY

*Women’s Conference:

State Tabernacle Women’s Department July 24-26 at State Tabernacle, 234 Glenwood Avenue where the Pastor is Supt. Russell C. Bell .

The conference kicks off on Friday, July 24 at 7 p.m.

*‘Movie Rama End Time Series’: First Holy Temple,

703 Fillmore Avenue, every Friday at 7 p.m. now thru August 21: “Image of the Beast” July 24; “The Prodigal Planet” August 7; “The Battle of Armageddon” August 14

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ENTERTAINMENT

Saturday July 25

Challenger Community News • July 22, 2015

Sunday July 26

10th Annual Queen City Jazz Festival James Pappy Martin Masten District Jazz T Festival – Part II

he richness and diversity of Buffalo’s musical talent base are showcased during 18 performances at this year’s Queen City Jazz Festival – July 25th from noon-9pm at the historic Colored Musicians Club at 145 Broadway at Michigan.

“The Colored Musician’s Club’s vision for the future of the Queen City is a place where local musicians—with diverse backgrounds from students to Grammy-award-winning artists—can share their love for music on one stage for Western New York audiences,” said Walter Kemp, Board Member and Artist Coordinator.

The event will be help rain or shine. For the first time, the festival features performances on two stages, with entertainment outdoors as well as upstairs inside the air-conditioned venue.

The festival and all concerts are free, and donations are welcome to support the festival and the not-for-profit Colored Musicians Club.

Outdoor Stage Performers include: *Ladies First Jazz Big Band Noon *Buffalo Jazz Octet 12:55pm *Mark Filsinger Elevenet 1:50pm *Jazz Examples 2:45pm *Les Davis Quintet 3:40pm *E Life 7 4:45pm *What Would Mingus Do 5:35pm *Gruvology 6:30pm *Toney Rhodes 7:25pm.

Indoor Historic Stage Performers include: * Carol McLaughlin Quintet 12:50pm *William Murphy Quartet 2:20pm *Katy Minor Jazz Quintet 4:00pm; *My Cousin Tone 4:50pm *Jon Lehning Quintet 5:40pm *DMW Jazz 6:30pm.

NEW Museum Stage Performers include: *Ed Chilungu 12:00pm *JazzWizz 1:30pm *Elliot Scozzaro Trio 3:10pm.

Refreshments and vendors are available, and the Colored Musicians Club Museum will be open at reduced admission.

Festival sponsors to date are M&T Bank, Indigo Productions, Try-it Distributing Company, Buffalo Place, Councilman Darius Pridgen, Community Foundation, First Niagara Bank, KeyBank, Barbara Miller-Williams (Erie County Comptroller), Flight 104, L. P. Ciminelli.

Other timely pre- and post-event concerts at the Historic Colored Musicians Club and Museum include, the Carol McLaughlin Big Band on the evening of July 23, and the Sound Jazz Trio at 5PM on July 26. On all other Sunday evenings, musicians and listeners are invited to live jam sessions with a variety of House Bands from 6-9pm. Details about the 10th Annual Queen City Jazz Festival and 80th anniversary events are athttps://www.facebook.com/pages/The-HistoricColored-Musicians-Club/254021683266?fref=ts Information about the historic Colored Musicians Club is at www.ColoredMusiciansClub.org.

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he 20th Annual James Pappy Martin Masten District Jazz Festival continues this Sunday, July 26 in Martin Luther King Jr. Park next to the Museum of Science from 3 to 8 p.m.

The event is free and open to the public.

Headlining Sunday’s set will be Bobby Watson and the Curtis Lundy Group Rounding out the stellar lineup is George Caldwell/Bobby Millitello Quintet, Larry Salter’s Big Band, the Bobby Watson Junie Booth Trio and The Pleasant Quintet. This year’s festival is dedicated to the memory of the late, great James “Pappy” Martin, one of the event’s founders - who worked tirelessly to keep the festival going, and to promote Black Classical Music (jazz) in the City of Buffalo.

Curtis Lundy

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Challenger Community News • July 22, 2015

A New Sport “Buck Basketball” Debuts July 25th in Buffalo!!

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ack in November the founder of Kingdom Krump (Peaze) wanted to expand his brand and do something positive for the youth in Buffalo. Being a Buffalo native himself, he remembers growing up in the streets of the city “looking for something to do” in the midst of the allure of gangs, sex, drugs and violence, the same temptations that plague youth today. However, he found his outlet through K.R.U.M.P., the genre of dance that he utilized his talents to pave the way for his future today as the founder of Kingdom Krump. So in late/early November after the release of his cd “Ask God First” as Dj AG1 – God gave him the vision to start Buck-Basketball.

Buck-Basketball is an indoor miniaturized basketball court with 8-1/2 foot non-regulation rims and an electrifying sound system that has been constructed inside of the Faith Bible Tabernacle located at 391 Edison Ave. in Buffalo, NY. Along with a new set of fast pace rules, but with the same “Basketball mindset”, this innovative and highly motivational game allows the non-typical basketball player to play the game as fast and as close to rim as the pros do in the NBA. Buck-Basketball Music “plus” infamous table games such as foosball, table tennis, pool and darts is guaranteed to provide a whole lot of family fun for a $1 donation.

The love for basketball has always been a part of Buffalo and became even more evident after the re-location of the Gus Macker. Yet what’s uniquely different is Buck Basketball is all year round 2 on 2 basketball. The season starts July 25th at 5:30pm and the center will be open Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 5:30pm until and is still accepting players, for more information or to register go to facebook page Buck Ball

and sign up today........ Now grab a partner, turn up the music and Let’s Get Buck!

ON STAGE

*ZAPP, One the greatest funk bands of the 80’s (“More Bounce to the Ounce,” “Computer Love”) Friday July 24. Hosted by Rob Allen (BET Comic View), 7pm 21+ Admitted. $40 Advance / $45 Day Of Show Ticketmaster.com / Wal-Mart / Tralf Box Office / Doris Records *ROC Summer Explosion, Aug. 15, Shalens Stadium 460 Oak St, Rochester starring Public Enemy, Redman, Method Man, Naughty By Nature, GHETTO Boys, Scarface, Kid N’ Play, Kool Moe Dee, Brand Nubian, chub Rock, Das EFX, Keith Murray & DJ Kool; an all day event; gates open at 11 a.m. show 1 p.m.; tickets at ticket Master, Mad Flavor, Peoples Choice and in Buffalo @ Doris Records. *Empire State Comedy Tour & Movie featuring Shuckey Duckey, Chris Thomas, David Edwards & Pierre, Thursday, August 6 @ The Tralf Music Hall Buffalo for 2 shows @ 8 & 10 p.m.; and Friday, August 7 @ Cadille Post at City Market, 752 E. Market St., Niagara Falls NY @ 9:30 & 10 p.m.; Saturday August 8 in Rochester; or tickets and info: 716-335-1529 or 609-437-0615 or go to www.acROCKsolid.com *En Vogue, Free Canalside Concert, Thursday, August 20. www.canalsidebuffalo.com

SAVE THE DATE: PINE GRILL REUNION AUGUST 2 & 9 2015 MLK PARK! Details Next Week

We Remember Will…

William Joseph Murray Jr., the owner of the once popular LeClub Etcetera on Genesee Street, died on June 19 in a Cheektowaga nursing home. He was 69 years old. Will was known for his interest in art and fashion and for putting on community events for children in the 1980s and ‘90s. He also owned Lock City Communications in Lockport, which sold cellphones. A graduate of Mohawk Valley Community College in Utica he served in the U.S. Army. He is survived by three sisters, Delores Cooper, Betty McMillan and Vernice Foster; a brother, Jeffrey Murray; a daughter Dana; and two sons William Murray III and Derrick Nevins. May his soul rest forever in the Eternal Fields of Peace…

Challenger Community News • July 22, 2015

Mr. & Mrs. William R. Key Jr.!

lthough they were married this A past Valentine’s Day, the 4th of July holiday weekend will also hold

special memories for William R. Key and his lovely wife Shanae Monique. A holiday cookout/reception hosted by the mother of the bride, Keion Hunter, drew a host of family, friends and well wishers. Shanae is the daughter of Keion Hunter and Roland Davis and stepdaughter of Anthony Hunter.

Mr. Key is the son of Althea Williams-Little and William R. Key. It was a beautiful day for the lovely young couple and for all those who came out to celebrate their union! Congratulations! Pictured above, Mr. and Mrs. Key (in sunglasses) with members of their family. Third Eye Photography

Calling All Children! Final Interviews for “TALK BACK-BUFFALO” (A VIDEO) Final interviews will be held on saturday, July 25, in the West Room in the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library, Downtown Central Branch, for children 10 to 15 years of age, who are interested in participating in first of a series of videos. Our purpose is to provide an audio and visual record of the many diverse and positive contributions and accomplishments of the children who live in the City Of Buffalo. These achievements and accomplishments are not limited to the arts and academics. This video is the culmination of my efforts to highlight the many positive accomplishments of our youth and to give them the opportunity to voice their concerns and express their feelings about those issues that are most important to them and should be to all of us. My primary objectives are to inspire, educate and interject a measure of hope and positivity in their world that is consumed much too often, with negativity. This video will showcase and combine both talk and talent and ALL children ages 10 to 15 are invited to interview.

“Talk Back-Buffalo” will be viewed nationally as well as internationally.

Filming for the video is planned to begin on August 1, 2015 and will take place at various locations around the City of Buffalo e.g. City Hall, the Colored Musicians Club, Central Library and M.L.K. Park. Details that are more specific will be provided later. All involved in the production of this video are doing so on a voluntary basis, however, we do need to cover some of the production expenses. Your donations and support of our efforts would be greatly appreciated, but will have no affect on any child’s ability to participate in the interview process or filming.

All those who donate to this project will be listed in the rolling credits on the video. Please Send Your Donations Payable To: Jonathan Clarke- Talk Back Project The mailing address is: C/O Niagara Frontier Movement for the Advocacy of African American Human Rights, Inc., 2316 Delaware Ave. # 104 Buffalo, NY 14216 --Joan L. Simmons, PresidentNiagara Frontier Movement for the Advocacy of African American Human Rights, Inc. (716) 289-1234 Email: advocacymovement@gmail.com

Adams, Robertson Make Business First “30 Under Thirty” List Jarael Adams, age 29 and Daniel Robertson , age 30, were among the outstanding honorees listed in the fourth annual 2015 Business First “30 Under Thirty” in their June 19 edition. Sponsored by Business First and the University at Buffalo School of Management Professional MBA Program, the winners were chosen from more than 160 nominations.

Mr. Adams is founder and CEO of Pain The Town., located at 74 Allen Street. Paint theTown716@gmail.com Mr. Robertson, age 30, is Scholar mentoring supervisor, Say Yes to Education Buffalo, 712 Main Street, drobertson@ sayyestoeducation.org

ADDITIVES continued and supplements, Gum, Gelatin •Mouthwash Keep in mind that so called organic processed foods might not be safe, either. Some emulsifiers are “natural,” such as soy lecithin, which means that the food can be listed as “organic” or “natural” and still be full of emulsifiers.

Protect yourself and your family from this potentially dangerous additive: •Read labels and avoid Polysorbate 80 and the various names that it goes by •Eat as many whole foods as possible •Remove processed foods from your diet as much as possible •Avoid chemicals in your food as much as possible •Avoid artificial sweeteners as well We are exposed to toxic chemicals every day in our modern world. There is no reason to introduce more of them into your body through your foods. Why should you pay out good money for the privilege of eating something that could be poisoning you from the inside?

References: Informahealthcare.com Link.springer.com Pubs.acs.org Naturalon.com

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Challenger Community News • July 22, 2015

Breaking the Silence...

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arl Paladino is at it again or I should say still, as he’s never stopped attacks against women of color.

Now, he is going after the Buffalo Parent Teachers Organization (BPTO) a group with diverse members, who have called him out for behavior they describe as “racist and adverse.”

Since he’s been on the Board of Education, Mr. Paladino has routinely referred to African American women, including former Superintendent Pamela Brown and other Black female administrators and the five minority female members of the Board, with pejorative, demeaning, racialized terms. Using the expression in a perverse manner, he has called us the “sisterhood” and said we constitute a “cabal.”. He commonly parrots the phrases: “incompetent, parasites, feeding at the public trough, unable to intelligently articulate, wanting to maintain the status quo, having a friends and family club, seeking self-empowerment and not caring about African American children.”

There’s more but I think readers can make the connection to the BPTO’s assessment of Paladino’s behavior. Other Black women leaders have also Barbara Seals been subjected to Paladino’s negative characterizations. Assemblywoman and Regent Dr. Catherine Collins experienced a verbal assault Nevergold Peoples-Stokes comprised of many of the above epithets after Dr. Collins’ appointment to replace former Regent Robert Bennett. In fact, until recently African American women have been the principal recipients of Paladino’s attacks. This behavior has continued for two years or more and in the last year has escalated, such that Mr. Paladino now cites the minority Board members and their allies as responsible for the “dysfunction,” “low morale,” and “corruption” in the schools. Never one to provide valid statistics, these charges are often “supported” by distorted and manufactured data. Yet most of these unprofessional, intimidating and unwarranted attacks have been met by a wall of silence from community leaders, of all ethnicities.

I have written to the Board President, Mr. Sampson, on three separate occasions regarding Mr. Paladino’s egregious behavior. These memos asked that the Board address: Mr. Paladino’s threatening email to Dr. Gary Orfield, the OCR consultant; his outburst at a Board meeting when he called the Board’s Black female attorney “ignorant” and his demand for Mr. Ogilvie’s resignation. None of these requests have been acknowledged.

Paladino claims that he is not a racist. As proof he is making the proverbial counterclaim that it is, in fact, the minority board members who are “playing the race card.” In a July 13th letter to new State Education Commissioner MaryEllen Elia, Paladino supports this allegation by also calling the minority members “racists.” He writes: “It’s truly a shame that such racist, incompetent and irresponsible people are elected to such critical positions.” Paladino’s back up strategy is to threaten to sue anyone who uses the word racist and Paladino in the same sentence. Thanks to his privilege, money and access to legal representation (he has his own law firm), he ignores the contradiction in calling the minority members racists but will sue them if they exercise their free speech rights.

The BPTO has dared to confront Paladino on his claim that he is not a racist. Their letter is not just a challenge to Paladino, however. They write: “…it’s time for those who have aligned or associated with Mr. Paladino and those who have remained silent while in the position to actively denounce and reject his actions, be held accountable. BOE members, public and elected officials, community leaders, and media have a duty and responsibility to act. Systemic racism persists, not just because of individuals like Mr. Paladino, but because of those, while not racist themselves, tolerate systemic and individual racism with their silence and inaction, particularly those in a position of leadership and authority.”

On July 14th, the BPTO was joined by members of 17 other organizations, including Richard Lipsitz, AFL-CIO WNY Area President and Franchelle Hart, the Executive Director of Open Buffalo, to reinforce their call to Break the Silence.

In public discourse, it may be the roar of the crowd that gets more attention but it’s the deafening silence that makes a greater impact. That silence condones the behavior, supports the offender and communicates tacit approval. Our children deserve better role models. Thank you, BPTO for having the courage to take this stand. Thank you for demonstrating that intolerant behavior should not be tolerated. Thank you for tackling the subject of race that few want to discuss but which all of us need to address as a community if Buffalo is truly going to fulfill its Renaissance destiny.

On February 23, 2015, I wrote a column which concluded: When do the so-called pillars of the community, who claim to be concerned about the “state” of the Buffalo Schools, stop looking the other way as one man causes such havoc? When is enough, enough?! When do we stop allowing Black women to be disrespected and vilified?

When is enough, enough?! When do we stop being silent; as our students are characterized as “poor, suffering children trapped in failing schools”; as systematic actions by Board members to “dismantle” our school district are touted as “bold and innovative”; as orchestrated and sustained assaults designed to create a narrative of the District as the “poster child” for failing schools in the State, are routinely published in the media, even though there are other cities with worse records. When is enough, enough?! When is enough, enough?!

Thank you BPTO for answering my question.

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dear F editor Price Increase at Commissary Hurt Inmates and Their Families Dear Editor: I read with great interest an article you ran a few weeks ago regarding unfair business practices and excessive fees in correctional facility inmate fund programs. As an inmate currently in the Erie Count Holding Center, I thought you would be interested to know about a similar issue happening here in Buffalo.

Since March of this year, the prices of a number of popular commissary items at the Holding Center have been increased twice, many by a significant margin and all without notice. Additionally, the first time prices were increased after orders had been entered but before they had been delivered, causing inmates to be charged more than they had agreed to (without recourse), and the second time the Holding Center simply canceled any order placed before the price increase, depriving inmates of their purchases and forcing them to repurchase their goods at the higher price. Both times, the price increases were targeted at the higher-demand items and ranged from about a 1050% increase over the previous cost.

Many of the items are also sold well above their usual market value, in violation of state regulations regarding correctional facility commissary programs. For example, a single package of Maruchan Ramen noodles, one of the most popular items on commissary, was increased from 35cents to 55cents on March 22nd, then to 75cents on June 1st, a 114% increase in little over 2 months. Maruchan Ramen noodles also normally retail for between 10cents to 25cents per package, so they are being priced at several

or the past few days President Obama has been sharing his thoughts about criminal injustice in Amerikkka. It was quite surprising for me to hear/read him opening up about mass incarceration, solitary confinement, juvenile detention and the racism that defines all of these issues and more. During his first and second presidential campaigns, he never said a word about Amerikkka’s prisons or prisoners. While immigrants, veterans, and seniors were singled out as persons worthy of respect and consideration, prisoners we ignored. I found that to be incredible, knowing that the US has less than 5% of the world’s population and almost 25% of the world’s prison population. The US incarcerates more of its citizens than any KARIMA other country in the developed world. Most AMIN prisoners are poor and most are Black, which says a lot about arrest rates and the need for sentencing reform.

President Obama said some things that we have been voicing for decades to no avail. Here are some quotes from the President. In spite of his leaving office, let us work toward the policy changes which will improve life for all of us.

“It is past time for a complete overhaul of this country’s criminal justice system.”

“The best time to stop crime is before it even starts. If we make investments early in our children we will reduce the need to incarcerate kids.”

“We have to reconsider whether 20-year, 30-year life sentences for non-violent crimes is the best way for us to solve these problems. Our criminal justice system isn’t as smart as it should be. We should invest in alternatives to incarceration…such as drugs courts, treatment, and probation programs.”

“We need to fix conditions in our prisons. There should be no overcrowding, gang activity, rape, or overuse of solitary confinement. Prison should be a place where a person who has made a wrong turn can get back on track. Prisons should offer rehabilitation and increased opportunities for an individual’s future success.”

His comments about the community, the courts, and the prisons should be examined and used as we move forward with our work to effect policy changes. At the next meeting of PRISONERS ARE PEOPLE TOO, INC. we will explore our current campaigns and plans for our future. Our focus for the last 10 years has primarily been concerned with community….and specifically with strengthening families with imprisoned loved ones. Please join us at our next monthly meeting to share your thoughts on Monday, July 27 at the Pratt-Willert Community Center, 422 Pratt St. in Buffalo, from 7:00-9:00pm. For more information contact Karima: 716-834-8438 orkarima@prisonersarepeopletoo.org. Visit our website: www.prp2.org and/or “like” us on Facebook.

times their retail value and even further above costs. Other popular items swere also increased and are also priced above retail value.

While this may seem like a slight issue compared to other exploitative for-profit schemes aimed at inmates and their families, the commissary plays a large part in the daily life of inmates and is funded in large part by the inmate’s families, many if not most of

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whom are lower-income. The commissary operation is also established, run, and regulated by the government and should not be run as a for-profit endeavor. I do not know if these same changes are happening across the state, but I do know that Erie County Holding Center and Correctional Facility are affected.

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Challenger Community News • July 22, 2015

“Pathway To Prosperity”: Jobs, Training and More Will be Available to Residents on July 28 at The Merriweather Library

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n Tuesday, July 28, Jack Quinn, president of Erie Community College, Attorney John Elmore (author of “What to do if Stopped by the Police”), Legislator Betty Jean Grant, and former Buffalo Bills Hall of Fame star,

Thurman Thomas, will be in attendance at the Merriweather Library, 1324 Jefferson Ave., to talk about job opportunities at Solar City and training programs offered by ECC. College students will also be able to apply for college @ ECC and be

approved at the meeting.

The library will be open from 5:30-8:30 p.m. and refreshments will be served after the meeting in the library’s lobby.

Come and find information and have a good time. Please bring

your Buffalo Bills Memorabilia; you just may have them signed by Thurman Thomas.

This event is free and the public is invited, especially high school students and recent high school graduates.

Legislator Grant, We are Woman Warriors along with ECC is hosting the Pathway to Prosperity event. The following departments have confirmed their attendance •Admissions •Career Resource Center •Financial Aid •Pathways •ECC Foundation/ Scholarships •SAY Yes •EOP •Athletics •Transportation •Men of Merit •Technology Programs Each Department will be seated at their own table so college bound students can receive individualized information.

Instant Admissions will be available for non-competitive academic programs. College bound students would need to bring their unofficial high school transcript, or original GED/High School Equivalency (with test scores).

This Event is not limited to 17-18 year olds. Please Bring youth at age 14 and 15 to hear words from the guest speakers, Thurman Thomas, John Elmore, Jack Quinn and Legislator Grant. These Speakers will Inspire and direct our children to the Pathway of Prosperity.

Lastly, this event is also for non-working and working adults who need to create or change careers, to increase their marketability or need information on High Demand Employment opportunities in theWNY area and how to get certified and qualified for them. This is an event that will inform the LEGAL NOTICE Bid COUNTY OF ERIE NOTICE TO BIDDERS

ROAD OVERLAY CONTRACT B

PROJ NO. CAP-65-133-195196-215-290-2015 The Department of Public Works (DPW), Division of Highways, is seeking sealed bids for road mill & overlay project. Sealed proposals will be received at the DPW, 95 Franklin St, Rm 1400, Buffalo, NY at 10 am, Thursday, August 6, 2015. Bid deposit of $150,000.00 required. Apprenticeship and MWBE utilization included. Plans will be available for purchase at $20/CD from Thursday, July 23, 2015 through bid date. Pre-let meeting scheduled for Thursday, July 30, 2015 at 11 am, DPW, 95 Franklin Street, Buffalo, NY. Additional Bid submittal information on the Erie County website at: http:// www2.erie.gov/dpw

community to be prepared for employment opportunities like new jobs in the Medical Corridor and Solar City.

Legislator Grant is not telling the community about the wonderful Educational Opportunities at ECC, She has brought

ECC to the Community, to give a one-on-one, face to face conversation; a road map leading us to the Pathway to Prosperity!

For more information contact Esther Smothers at 894-0914 or esther.smothers@erie.gov.

LEGAL NOTICE Bids ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS

The Buffalo Municipal Housing Authority will receive sealed bids for BMHA Job #15-05-CF, Improvements at Shaffer Village, Kowal, Elmhurst, and Kenfield.

The Prebid Conference will be held on Tuesday, August 11, 2015 at 11:00AM, local time, with all potential bidders assembled at the Capital Improvements & Development Office, 320 Perry Street, Buffalo, New York 14204; the project walk-through may be held/scheduled after the meeting.

Sealed bids will be received until 3:00 PM, local time, on Tuesday, August 18, 2015 at the Capital Improvements Office, 320 Perry Street, Buffalo, New York 14204. Bids received after the stated time will not be accepted. Bids will be opened and publicly read aloud immediately after specified closing time. All bid forms must be filled out and returned.

Sets of contract documents may only be obtained at the Capital Improvements Office at 320 Perry Street, with a deposit of $100 per set.

Only certified company checks, bank checks or money orders made payable to the Buffalo Municipal Housing Authority will be accepted. This deposit is refundable upon return of complete sets of documents within 14 calendar days after the bid opening. Failure to comply with this time limit will constitute forfeiture of the deposit.

The BMHA reserves the right to reject any bid, which fails to conform to the essential items, required by the contract documents and to reject any and/or all bids submitted.

Dated: July 23, 2015

LEGAL NOTICE Index No. 801026/2013 SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS INDEX NO. 801026/2013 SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF ERIE Date Filed: 6/24/2015 Plaintiff designates Erie County as the place of trial. Venue is based upon the County in which the mortgaged premises is situated. Key Bank National Association, Plaintiff, -against- Buffalo Neighborhood Revitalization Corporation, Beneficial Homeowner Service Corporation, Buffalo Urban Renewal Agency, New York State Department of Taxation and Finance, Kishia Douglas, as heir to the estate of Donald A. Hill, Sr., Qiana D. Hill, as heir to the estate of Donald A. Hill, Sr. if living and if she be dead, any and all persons who are spouses, widows, grantees, mortgagees, lienor, heirs, devisees, distributees, or successors in interest of such of the above as may be dead, and their spouses, heirs, devisees, distributees and successors in interest, all of whom and whose names and places of residences are unknown to Plaintiff, Mariah Hines, as heir to the estate of Donald A. Hill, Sr., Donovane A. Hill, as heir to the estate of Donald A. Hill, Sr., Tamara F. Collier as natural guardian for D.H. as heir to the estate of Donald A. Hill, Sr., Tamara F. Collier as natural guardian for D.H., as heir to the estate of Donald A. Hill, Sr., Tamara F. Collier as natural guardian for D.H., as heir to the estate of Donald A. Hill, Sr., Tamara F. Collier as natural guardian for D.H., as heir to the estate of Donald A. Hill, Sr., Metro Portfolios, Inc., Erie County Department of Social Services O/B/O Martinique D. Fenderson Reid, Tamara F. Collier, as Administratrix of the Estate of Donald A. Hill Sr, United States of America, Donald Hill Jr., Defendants. TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANT(S): YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in this action and to serve a copy of your Answer or, if the Complaint is not served with this Summons, to serve a Notice of Appearance on the attorneys for the plaintiff within twenty (20) days after service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service (or within thirty (30) days after service is complete if this Summons is not personally delivered to you within the State of New York). In case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint.

NOTICE OF NATURE OF ACTION AND RELIEF SOUGHT THE OBJECT of the above captioned action is to foreclose a Mortgage to secure $18,000.00 and interest, recorded in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Erie on September 25, 1998 in Book 12807, Page 977, and later modified pursuant to a Loan Modification Agreement dated June 9, 2008 which created a single lien in the amount of $21,703.89 covering premises known as 166 Wakefield Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14214. The relief sought in the within action is a final judgment directing the sale of the premises described above to satisfy the debt secured by the Mortgage described above. NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME If you do not respond to this summons and complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney for the mortgage company who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home. Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property. Sending a payment to your mortgage company will not stop this foreclosure action. YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT. DATED: Williamsville, New York: June 24, 2015 By: Stephen J. Wallace, Esq. Frenkel, Lambert, Weiss, Weisman & Gordon, LLP Attorneys for Plaintiff 53 Gibson Street Bay Shore, New York 11706 (631) 969-3100 Our File No.: 01-026963-F00

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Challenger Community News • July 22, 2015

LEGAL NOTICE Index No. 201560046 SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS Index No. 201560046 STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY COURT - COUNTY OF ERIE U.S. BANK TRUST, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR LSF9 MASTER PARTICIPATION TRUST, Plaintiff,-vs-THE HEIRS AT LARGE OF RICHARD M. ROBAK A/K/A RICHARD ROBAK, deceased, and all persons who are husbands, widows, grantees, mortgagees, lienors, heirs, devisees, distributees, successors in interest of such of them as may be dead, and their husbands and wives, heirs, devisees, distributees and successors in interest of all of whom and whose names and places are unknown to Plaintiff; DARLENE ROBAK AND SUSAN ZIMMERMAN, AS POSSIBLE HEIRS TO THE ESTATE OF RICHARD M. ROBAK A/K/A RICHARD ROBAK; MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR ACCREDITED HOME LENDERS, INC.; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA; NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE; “JOHN DOE” AND “JANE DOE” said names being fictitious, it being the intention of Plaintiff to designate any and all occupants of premises being foreclosed herein,Defendants.Mortgaged Premises: 1960 BASELINE ROAD, GRAND ISLAND, NY 14072.

TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANT(S):YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in the above entitled action and to serve a copy of your Answer on the plaintiff’s attorney within twenty (20) days of the service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service, or within thirty (30) days after service of the same is complete where service is made in any manner other than by personal delivery within the State. The United States of America, if designated as a defendant in this action, may answer or appear within sixty (60) days of service. Your failure to appear or answer will result in a judgment against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint. In the event that a deficiency balance remains from the sale proceeds, a judgment may be entered against you, unless the Defendant obtained a bankruptcy discharge and such other or further relief as may be just and equitable. NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME If you do not respond to this summons and complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney for the mortgage company who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home.Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property.Sending payment to your mortgage company will not stop this foreclosure action.

YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT. That this action is being amended to include Darlene Robak and Susan Zimmerman as possible heirs to the Estate of Richard M. Robak a/k/a Richard Robak, deceased.ERIE County is designated as the place of trial. The basis of venue is the location of the mortgaged premises.

Dated: April 3, 2015 /s/_________________ Mark K. Broyles, Esq. FEIN SUCH & CRANE, LLP Attorneys for Plaintiff Office and P.O. Address 28 East Main Street, Suite 1800 Rochester, New York 14614 Telephone No. (585) 232-7400 Section: 36.04 Block: 1 Lot: 4 NATURE AND OBJECT OF ACTION The object of the above action is to foreclose a mortgage held by the Plaintiff recorded in the County of ERIE, State of New York as more particularly described in the Complaint herein.

TO THE DEFENDANT, the plaintiff makes no personal claim against you in this action.To the above named defendants: The foregoing summons is served upon you by publication pursuant to an order of the Hon. Sheila A. DiTullio, a Justice of the Supreme Court of the State of N.Y., dated June 1, 2015 and filed along with the supporting papers in the Erie County Clerk’s Office. This is an action to foreclose a mortgage. The premises is described as follows: ALL THAT TRACT OR PARCEL OF LAND, situate in the Town of Grand Island, County of Erie and State of New York, being part of Lot No.: 57, described as follows – Commencing in the center of Base Line Road, which is identical with the east line of Lot No. 57, at a point two hundred fifty-three and eleven hundredths (253.11) feet north of its intersection with the south line of Lot No. 57; thence west parallel with the south line of Lot No. 57, three hundred thirty (330) feet to the east line of lands sold by George F. Tolman to Henry W. Valentine by deed recorded in the Erie County Clerk’s Office in Liber 141 of Deeds page 486; thence north along said line of the Valentine land and parallel with the east line of Lot No. 57, sixtythree and twenty-eight hundredths (63.28) feet; thence east parallel with the south line of Lot No 57, three hundred and thirty (330) feet to the center of Base Line Road; thence south along the center of Base Line Road sixty-three and twenty-eight hundredths (63.28) feet to the place of beginning. Premises known as 1960 BASELINE ROAD, GRAND ISLAND, NY 14072

EMPLOYMENT

LEGAL NOTICE Bids Buffalo City School District Advertisement for Bids Sealed proposals for the following project will be received at the Office of Plant Services, 403 City Hall, Buffalo, NY, 14202.

On Tuesday, August 11, 2015 at 10:00 a.m., proposals will be publicly opened and read aloud for the mechanical construction contract for: PROJECT 0206-018 P.S. 206: South Park High School – Data Closets A/C Beginning Wednesday, July 22, 2015, bidding document packages may be viewed and purchased through Avalon Document Services online Planroom website at www.avalonbuff-planroom. com, under “Public Jobs”, or ordered by phone at 716-995-7777.

Owner can assume no responsibility for errors, omissions, or other misinformation obtained via other bid document distribution resources.

Please note that required bid bond is 10%. The work will be subject to the equal employment opportunity requirements. Any questions regarding this project, please refer to Paul Rosnak at Trautman Assoc., 716-883-4400.

Paul McDonnell, AIA Director of Facilities Planning

Housing/ Apartments / Rooms HOME FOR SALE

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East Side Home For Sale.

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ROOMS FOR RENT: Delavan-Humboldt area, Bailey-Delavan. $325$480. Everything included.

(716)818-3410.

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Assistant Vice President Financial Services The University at Buffalo is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism; resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enable us to reach others every day.

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Preferred Qualifications: Advanced degree and/or CPA certification.

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Challenger Community News • July 22, 2015

34th Annual Black Pioneers’ of Niagara Falls Old Timers Picnic

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BRING IT BACK! continued

sists that this act of environmental and economic injustice can be

corrected. Twenty-one cities in America have covered divisive highways with park decks or greenways built over the highways Midday according to Peter Harnik, director of the Trust for Public Land 187-No. Book (bx), Cancer (bx) in an April 2015 report he co-authored, “A Deck Park for Den756-ZR (bx) July Vibe (bx), No. Book (bx) ver.” Other highways are being dismantled right here in New 192-Virgo (bx) York State. In Niagara Falls, the removal of a stretch of the 190-ZR (bx), July Vibes (bx) Robert Moses Parkway will allow better access to the Niagara 385 Quock $$ (bx), Virgo (Straight!)* Gorge. And in Rochester, the inner loop east is being filled in to reconnect the downtown which was divided by a sunken highEvening way.

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BLACK HISTORY continued history books leave out. Although we were slaves at the time, we were also active participants in EVERY aspect of this country’s history. Never forget that.

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Challenger Community News • July 22, 2015

Wednesday July 22

Thursday July 23

Saturday July 25

Monday July 27

Job Fair: Downtown Central Library, 1 Lafayette Square.

Free and Open to Public Info 716 858-8900.

Watch Me. 2015 Youth Revival: 7 p.m., True Bethel 907 East Ferry Street special Guests Elder Dewayne High and Joshua Rogers. Free.

Marcus Gavey Day Committee Organizing Meeting will be held on Saturday, July 25 at 6pm. For more information please call (716) 335-8962.

Salsa in the Park with Salsa Sarah and Jerome Williams: 7- 9 p.m., The Rose Gardens at Delaware Park.

Friday July 24

Gospel Fest: 2 – 9 p.m., MLK Park . Contact 716 773-7203.

In Case of Rain the fest will convene at Calvary Baptist Church, 1184 Genesee Street.

Khametic Ascendants: 9-10 a.m. & 12:30 a.m. (after midnight), Channel 20.

Erma D. Robinson Universal Day Care Now Enrolling Children Six Weeks to Pre-K The Erma D. Robinson Universal Center is now enrolling children ages 6 weeks to PreK for their morning and afterschool program.

Much more than a daycare center, essons are offered in character, community and civility. Social and emotional development is fostered.

Dance, music, chess, Spanish as a second language, a state of the art a computer lab and Pre-K Standards of Excellence for 3 and 4-year-old children is also offered.

The Erma D. Robinson Universal Center has two locations: The Family Life Center, 833 Michigan Avenue and St. John Baptist Church, 184 Goodell Street.

Call 856-0027 from 6 am to 6:30 p.m. for more information. Daycare assistance is also available.

The Durham Central City Baby Café: every Wednesday and Thursday 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. 200 E. Eagle. Dinner is free! Doris Gayles 885-6348.

Thursday July 23 2015 Infringement Festival 11 Days of Art: July 23rd thru August 2nd taking place around the city of Buffalo in a variety of venues. Go to infringebuffalo.org for details.

Inner City Tennis Program Underway6 at MLK Park The General Bass/Pappy Martin Inner City Tennis Program is now underway for the 2015 season during the month of July at the Martin Luther King Jr. Park Tennis Courts.

The free program is for ages 5 and older from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays. Adult classes are offered Tuesday evenings from 5-7 p.m.

The Golden Cup Documentary Series: “The Great Debate: Garvey vs Du Bois” By Dr. Umar Johnson ; 5-7 p.m., 883 Jefferson Avenue 883-7770, free.

Movie Rama End Time Series: “Image of the Beast,” 7 p.m., First Holy Temple, 703 Fillmore Avenue. Info 8963896 or firstholytemple@verizon.net No More Tears Chiavetta’s Chicken Dinner Sale: 12 noon – 4 p.m. CALL TO ORDER DINNERS; $10; 235-9359.

Saturday July 25 10th Queen City Jazz Festival – July 25th from noon-9pm at the historic Colored Musicians Club at 145 Broadway at Michigan. See page 8 for complete schedule and more info.

Marilyn A. Parker Scholarship Foundation 2nd Annual Fundraiser: City Honors, a.m.

– 5 pm.; tickets $5.

St. Luke Annual “Sole 2 Soul” Community Day: Woodlawn Park at the corner of E. Ferry and Dupont Streets between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. The community is invited!

Jamaican and American Association of Buffalo 2015 Reggae Boat Ride: Departure at 8:30 p.m.; tickets Doctor Birds Rasta-Rant, 3104 Main St. or online at www.jaab.org

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Declaration of Principles of the Niagara Movement: 2 p.m., Waverly Beach (foot of Helena St. Fort Erie Canada) 905 871-1600 ext. 2543.

Clothing Drive Drop Off: 10 a.m. to 12 noon, bring gently worn warm clothing for men, women and children to the Rev. Dr. Bennett W. Smith Life Center, 833 Michigan Avenue. Sponsored by AKA Xi Episilon Omega and St. John Baptist Church (716) 560-0541 for info.

Sunday July 26 James Pappy Martin Masten District Jazz Festival Part II: MLK Park, 3-8 p.m. Free.See Page 8.

SEE YOU AT THE EVENTS!

Afrikan Consciousness Workshop: 6-7:45 p.m. Merriweather Library Jefferson @ E. Utica; every Monday; public invited.

Prisoners Are People Too Monthly Meeting: Pratt-Willert Community Center, 422 Pratt St. 7-9 p.m. 834-8438 or karima@prisonersarepeopletoo.org. Visit our website: www.prp2.org and/or “like” us on Facebook.

Chiavetta’s Chicken Dinner Fundraiser

Hosted by No More Tears Inc.

FRIDAY JULY 24

12 Noon – 4 PM Bailey & Kensington Avenues

Dinners $10-Includes 3 Sides Dessert & Beverages - $1 Each Please Call

716-235-9359

Deliveries of 4 or More Dinners are Free!

Tuesday July 28 Pathway to Prosperity: An educational and career forum.

MEET THURMAN THOMAS, FIND OUT ABOUT JOB OPPORTUNITIES WITH SOLAR CITY & JOB TRAINING: Merriweather Library, 1324 Jefferson 5:308:30 p.m. refreshments ; 6025877 for info.

“We Beat Drums Not Each Other”: 5-7 p.m., African rhythms, history, culture & community fun; free for youth; 715-3727.

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Challenger Community News • July 22, 2015

Images OF A Blessed Eid Celebrated by Over 2,000 at Eid InThe Park!

According to a HEAL International spokesperson, over 2,000 took part in the 7th annual Eid In The Park during Eid ul-Fitr last Friday, July 17at Front Park, signifying the completion of the Blessed Month of Ramadan.

Among the dignitaries who attended was Mayor Byron Brown, who also addressed the the huge gathering. HEAL International sponsored this 7th annual celebration.Third Eye Photography