Challenger Community News November 20, 2019

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INSIDE ROCHESTER

Longtime Baden Street Settlement Executive BILLS UPDATE/By George Radney Director, Ron Thomas, To Retire Bills Squish the Fish in Blowout 37 – 20

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The board of directors of Baden Street Settlement has announced that the agency’s executive director, Ron Thomas, will retire in July 2020. Thomas has led the nonprofit human services organization for more than 26 years.

“I am grateful to have been a part of Baden Street Settlement over the past two decades. Our agency has become well known for being a safe place for individuals who face challenges within our community, and we’ve played an important part in the city-wide effort to address poverty in Rochester,” said Thomas. “This timing is right for my retirement, and I am certain that under new leadership, Baden Street will continue to proRon Thomas vide quality services for people in the northeast Rochester community for years to come.”

Since the early 1900s, Baden Street Settlement has provided workforce development, afterschool programs, senior centers, health services, emergency assistance and other programs in northeast Rochester. Under Thomas’ leadership, Baden Street has honed its focus on building individual and family sustainability, promoting neighborhood revitalization, and engaged in important strategic partnerships to help service more community residents.

“Ron has played an immeasurable role in the success of Baden Street by bringing our mission to life and always putting the people of northeast Rochester first,” said Tyrese J. Bryant, board chairman.

“Counting the number of people and families that Ron has impacted throughout his career is an impossible feat. On behalf of everyone at Baden Street, we are grateful for Ron’s years of service and are indebted to him for his vision, leadership, empathy and passion.”

A formal search for a new executive director is now open. Interested candidates can apply at https://www.badenstreet.org/executivedirector-job-posting/.

Baden Street Settlement plans to have a new director in place by Summer 2020.

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he Bills jumped out to an early 3-0 lead but once again went away from their running game momentarily after Devin Singletary ran for 22 yards on the first play of the

game.

The Miami Dolphins clearly did not come to play football; they seemed to be laying down on the job. We witnessed several blown coverages and the Bills took full advantage of them. Bills Special Teams Coordinator Heath Farwell’s unit had a tough day giving up a 102 yard kickoff return for a TD and not recovering an onside kick. The Bills were fortunate that the Dolphins fumbled the ball and Bills defense recovered the fumble to stop the drive. I feel that the sequence of plays was the turning point of game and allowed the Bills to totally take over the game and cruise to a win. The Bills have nothing to be ashamed of with a 7 –3 winning record. It’s a down year in the AFC and the Bills are taking advantage of it. Pittsburgh losing to Cleveland was big for Bills playoff hopes and gives them some breathing room. The Bills blow out win at Miami sets them up well for next two games . The Bills will be home to Denver Broncos and travel to Dallas for a nationally televised game on Thanksgiving Day. Hopefully Bills QB Josh Allen can gain some momentum off the Dolphins win and continue to not turn the ball over, along with better decision making.

Bills defensive tackle Jordan Phillips said in regards to the Ed Oliver sack: “I walked right into that sack with offensive tackle and guard not blocking me at all. I think that was the easiest sack of my career,” adding, “Preparation is the key at this level as well as remaining focused each week on our game plan. I’m learning so much and guys like Jordan Phillips, Shaq Lawson, and Coaches are helping me to adjust to being a pro athlete and especially how to take care of your body.”

Bills rookie safety and special team player Jaquan Johnson has started to come on as the season continues and spoke to me about his return to Hard Rock stadium. He was an outstanding hitting safety for Miami Hurricanes in college, who also play their home games in Hard Rock stadium. Jaquan said: “It was surreal for me and definitely during warm ups it brought back many memories. To come back here in a whole different level is mind blowing The guys on the team keep me intact and guys like Kurt Coleman are showing me the ropes and the key is to do my job and be ready whenever they need me.”

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AREA BRIEFS Death Row Survivor and New York Times Best Selling Author at Canisius Canisius College welcomes Anthony Ray Hinton to campus on Tuesday, December 3 at 7 p.m. in the Montante Cultural Center. Hinton is a survivor of Alabama's death row and a New York Times best-selling author. The event is free and open to the public.

Doors open at 6:30 p.m.

Hinton’s story is a decadeslong journey to exoneration and freedom. In 1985, he was convicted of the unsolved murders of two White fastfood restaurant managers based on the testimony of ballistics experts for the state who claimed that the crime bullets came from a dusty revolver found in his mother’s closet. Without the benefit of a competent expert to challenge the state’s theory (Hinton’s lawyer hired a ballistics expert who was blind in one eye), an all-White jury convicted him and he was sentenced to death.

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“Mystery of Ancient Africa" Conference This Weekend Emmanuel Kulu and I Black Pharaoh Universe will host “The Mystery of Ancient Africa: A Stolen Legacy Restore” Conference Saturday, November 23 from 1-4 p.m. at the Merriweather Library, 1324 Jefferson Avenue. It will be the first address by Kulu, author of “I Black Pharaoh: Rise to Power.” Additional presenters will include special guest speaker and African Holistic Health “Nutritional Truth Teller” Kathleen Richardson, and more. Tickets are $10 and available at eventbrite.com

New Law Eliminates Cash Bail for Non-Violent Crimes

Autthor, Civic Lealder Clifford Bell to Address Women's Luncheon. Legendary civic leader and noted author Clifford Bell will present "LIFE IN FULL CHARACTER : IMPARTING CREATIVE EXPRESSIONS OF A FULL LIFE" at the Western New York Pen Women luncheon meeting at noon Saturday, November 30 in Chester's Cajun Grill Restaurant, 301 Cleveland Drive, Cheektowaga. All are welcome. The cost is $20.00. Call Sandy 8372517 or Lorayne 832-3832

by Tuesday November 26 to reserve or to cancel.

Starting in January, judges across New York State cannot impose cash bail for most misdemeanor and nonviolent felony arrests. The list includes criminally negligent homicide and unlawful imprisonment. If, for example, you're accused of one of those crimes you'll be issued an appearance ticket for your court date instead of possibly sitting and waiting in jail.

"We shouldn't be locking people up just because they can’t afford to pay the bail when they are legally presumed innocent by the US constitution," said Emily Singletary, the co-founder and co-executive director of Unchained. Advocates says bail disproportionately penalizes minorities and poor people.

Hon. Kevin M. Carter Appointed Supervising Judge Of Family Courts Erie County Family Court Judge Kevin M. Carter has been appointed Supervising Judge of the Family Courts of the Eighth Judicial District.

In his new position Judge Carter will oversee the judicial administration of the Family Courts in Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Erie, Genesee, Niagara, Orleans and Wyoming Counties. In 2018, the Family Courts in the Eighth Judicial District disposed of over 59,000 proceedings. Erie County Family Court is one of the largest Family Courts in the State of New York.

Judge Carter was first elected to Erie County Family Court in 2002. He has been designated to serve as an Acting New York State Supreme Court Justice since 2008. In 2018 he was designated as the Erie County Youth Part Judge to preside over criminal matters involving 16 and 17 year old adolescent offenders. Prior to his election as a Family Court Judge he worked in the law firm of Sullivan, Oliverio & Gioia, LLP. He has also served as an Adjunct Professor at Canisius College in the Criminal Justice Department and a Full Professor at the Criminal Justice Department at Erie Community College.

Judge Carter has also actively volunteered for various community not-for-profit agencies and has received numerous awards and recognition.

NIGHT OF POWER: Elim Christian Fellowship was packed last Friday night for VOICE Buffalo's "Night of Power." Among those pictured above (left) Pastor James Giles and Dr. Yusef Salaam and ( right) Whitney Walker, Min. Denise Walden, Dr. Yusef Salaam and Kartika Carr. Challenger Photos

A Night of Power and Insight

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By Malik Patterson Gray

usef Salaam is a name that everyone in the 21st century should know along with the names of Antron McCray, Kevin Richardson, Korey Wise, and Raymond Santana. These five men were part of a story that would forever change history and the way we view the justice and court system. In 1989, the infamous media frenzy Central Park jogger case took many Americans by surprise. A 28 year old White woman by the name of Trisha Meili was brutality assaulted and raped while jogging one night in NYC’s Central Park. Salaam, McCray, Richardson, Wise and Santana were tried and wrongly convicted of this assault and became known as the Central Park 5. In 2002 their convictions were overturned based on DNA evidence and a confession from Matias Reyes.

Over 25 years later Netflix released “ When They See Us,” a powerful and engaging miniseries that focuses and exposes the story of the U.S. criminal justice system and police coercion.

This series not only captures moments from the actual case but also shows how difficult it is for a person who was previously incarcerated to re-enter into society. This past Friday, November 15, an organization called Voice Buffalo presented a Night of Power with Yusef Salaam and panelists Brittany White, Jerome Wright and Luna Fernandez at Elim Christian Fellowship.

This powerful night expanded on the concept of the paradigm of struggle and how it relates to people of color. Dr. Salaam and the panelists discussed their personal stories dealing with the police and court system, being sent to prison, and the policies they feel strongly about and want to address. Since Dr. Salaam’s release from prison he has begun to share his struggle with the world.

He is doing so by educating and advocating on injustices in police misconduct, racism in law, and the criminal justice system. He is now a motivational speaker, entrepreneur, author and member of the Les Brown team.

Amilcar Cabral, Guinea-Bissau, February 1964

AMÍLCAR LOPES CABRAL: PANAFRICANIST REVOLUTIONARY

Amílcar Lopes Cabral was a Pan-Africanist revolutionary and thinker who “masterminded the end of Portuguese rule in Guinea-Bissau and Cabo Verde,” two West African countries that were Portuguese colonies until their independence was recognized in 1974 and 1975, respectively.

A new book on Amilcar Cabral, “Amílcar Cabral: Nationalist and Pan-Africanist Revolutionary,” by professor Peter Karibe Mendy of Rhode Island College, sheds new light on this important 20th century agronomist and panAfricanist thinker who led an anti-colonial struggle against Portugal.

Although he was assassinated more than 45 years ago, the spirit of Amilcar Cabral lives on, and his philosophy, activism and actions for the sake of African liberation resonate today. The Guinea-Bissau and Cape Verdean engineer, socialist, revolutionary and anti-colonialist led the armed struggle against Portuguese colonial rule in Africa, helping to dismantle the fascist European empire during the Cold War. Cabral was among “Africa’s most original thinkers and politically influential figures” of the past century.

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Advancing Revitalization on Jefferson Avenue

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he Black Chamber of Commerce of WNY (BCCWNY) in collaboration with Citizens’ Alliance, Inc. (CAI) are continuing their efforts to revitalize businesses along Jefferson Avenue. This partnership is excited to announce that they are one of several community not-for-profits working with the City of Buffalo, Empire State Development (ESD), and the University at Buffalo Regional Institute (UBRI) on the rollout of the East Side Avenues Initiative and the East Side Corridor Economic Development Fund. The BCCWNY and CAI will provide targeted funding for facade improvements and building renovations for small business owners along Jefferson Avenue. These types of placebased investments will help existing businesses grow and expand along this business corridor while fostering the resurgence of the historic Jefferson business district and further reposition the corridor as a thriving, vibrant, walkable commercial strip in the heart of the Hamlin Park and East Side communities.

Over a half a million dollars has been awarded to local nonprofits from the East Side Collaborative Fund for revitalization work in four commercial corridors on Buffalo’s East Side. Capacity building, training and other supports will be provided through the East Side Avenues program to augment the funding. The grants and supports are being provided to complement capital funding that is being awarded by Empire State Development (ESD) as part of its $65 million East Side Corridor Economic Development Fund (ESCEDF).

East Side Avenues is backed by a unique partnership of

Tao Te Ching -43The gentlest thing in the world Overcomes the hardest thing in the world.

That which has no substance Enters where there is no space.

This shows the value of nonaction Teaching without words, Performing without actions: That is the Master’s way.

By: Sydney Brown

private and philanthropic organizations that created the pooled, $8 million East Side Collaborative Fund to complement ESD’s program, which is part of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo’s Buffalo Billion II initiative. East Side Avenues will be run by a Project Implementation Team (PIT) from UB’s Regional Institute (UBRI). The project’s goal is to fund, plan and coordinate revitalization strategies and initiatives aimed at improving economic conditions on Buffalo’s East Side. UBRI is the research enterprise of the University at Buffalo School of Architecture and Planning.

UBRI partnered with ESD and The City of Buffalo to reach out to community members, to listen, analyze past investments and create a comprehensive plan focused on what key stakeholders said they’d like to see happen and what projects they believe are important for promoting economic activity. The fiveyear initiative will prioritize projects providing economic benefit to people living in the community and support locally-owned businesses.

It will take a “building on” rather than “building new” approach.

(From East Side Avenues press release)

An information session for the East Side Commercial District Program (ESCDP) - Jefferson Avenue, an initiative part of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo’s East Side Corridor Economic Development Fund, will take place on Tuesday, November 26, 6:30pm at the Beverly Gray Business Exchange Center, 334 E. Utica St. The Program will provide up to $50,000 in grant assistance to commercial property owners with a Jefferson Avenue address between East Ferry Street and Dodge Street, as well as establishments on corner lots with buildings in need of exterior and interior repairs. Eligible businesses and property owners should attend this upcoming meeting to learn more

about program requirements, the application process, the assistance available through the program, and to meet their districts’ Local Program Administrators (LPA) - Citizens Alliance in partnership with the Black Chamber of Commerce of WNY. Interested attendees should contact Sydney Brown, sbrown7333@ gmail.com, 716-597-0262 for more information and to RSVP. Seating is limited, reserve your place today!

Here is what visitors are saying about the Central Library’s newest exhibit based on artifacts from the Library’s rare collections and from local community input: “It’s a start toward a conversation that’s long overdue.” – S.H., Buffalo “I’m nearly in tears… amazing exhibit!”

– K.W., Buffalo

“What a stunning reminder of our country’s history.

Although painful and bleak, it encourages one to remain hopeful!”

– Anonymous

Downtown Central Library 1 Lafayette Square, Buffalo, NY (716) 858-8900

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NFTA Procurement Invitation to Bid

4910 - PRE-CONDITIONED AIR UNIT Download Bids from www.nfta.com LEGAL NOTICE RFP COUNTY OF ERIE DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES 95 FRANKLIN STREET BUFFALO, NEW YORK County of Erie, New York RFP RELEASE The Erie County Department of Social Services is seeking proposals from qualified agencies to provide Summer Youth Employment Programs. The RFP #1947VF can be found at http://www.erie.gov and a complete copy of the package can also be obtained by contacting Carrie Godfrey, ECDSS, at 716-858-6086, or via Carrie.Godfrey@erie.gov.

All correspondence, communications and/or contact with the County in regard to any aspect of this proposal shall be with the ECDSS contact person listed on the specific RFP. Prospective proponents, or their representatives, shall not make contact with or communicate with any representatives of the County, including employees and consultants, other than the designated person in regard to any aspect of this proposal.

Final sealed proposals are due to the Erie County Department of Social Services, 95 Franklin Street, Room 804, Buffalo, New York 14202, by 4:00 p.m. (EST) on December 20, 2019.

Erie County reserves the right to reject any and all proposals and waive any informality.

Marie A. Cannon, Commissioner of Social Services

Monday—Wednesday 8:30 am—6:00 pm Thursday 8:30 am—8:00 pm Friday—Saturday 8:30 am—6:00 pm

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FREE COAT GIVE AWAYS PUSH Buffalo Night of Power!

Clothes 4 Souls! Coats 4 Kids!

Clothes4souls And Macy’s Team Up For Coat Distribution Event At EasT High

WHEN: Saturday, November 23 at 10:30 a.m.

WHERE: East Community High School #309, 820 Northampton St. WHAT: Clothes4Souls and Macy’s will distribute more than 2,000 brand new coats to Buffalo children through East Community High School’s Saturday Academy. In partnership with Strong Community Schools, Say Yes Buffalo, coordinated with Macy’s to bring this event to four Community Schools this year.

Macy’s, through its 2019 “Buy a Coat and We’ll Donate One” campaign, donated 35,000 brand new coats nationwide to Clothes4Souls, a division of Soles4Souls, Inc. This is the seventh year of the partnership between Macy’s and Clothes4Souls, resulting in a total of 270,000 coats distributed nationwide since 2013, with a retail value of more than $10 million.

Unprecedented Demand Leaves Coats 4 Kids Drive In Need First Day Distribution Of Over 5,000 Free Coats Outpaces Donations As a result of distributing a one-day record high of more than 5,200 coats at its first free Colvin Cleaners Coats 4 Kids event on November 4, a desperate need for kids’ coats exists for the two remaining free coat distributions. As a result, Colvin Cleaners is again reaching out to the WNY community for donations of gently used kids’ coats along with the option of purchasing coats on-line or making cash donations for the purchase of coats.

“At this point, it’s very likely that we will not have enough coats for every child who comes through the door at our next two distributions. Having a winter coat for every child has always been our mission with this project,” said Christopher Billoni, vice president of Colvin Cleaners. “We gave away more coats in the first hour last week than we did in three hours last year. And while the families were extremely appreciative, we were overwhelmed by the number of people in this community who came in need of coats and winter accessories.”

The next free Coats 4 Kids distribution will be Saturday, November 23 at True Bethel Baptist Church, 907 East Ferry St., Buffalo 14211 from 10-1 p.m. That will be followed by a final distribution on Saturday, December 7 at The Belle Center, 104 Maryland St., Buffalo 14201. There is limit of one coat per person and proper identification is needed.

Donations of coats, gloves, hats, scarves and boots for the 24th annual Coats 4 Kids program, sponsored by The Allstate Foundation and supported by WIVB-TV and TowneSquare Media Group, can be made at Colvin Cleaners, 2375 Elmwood Ave., Kenmore and many of the Allstate Insurance agencies throughout WNY. For a complete listing and addresses of all donation sites, visit www.coats4kidswny.com.

Additionally, for the first time, Colvin Cleaners is accepting cash donations that will be used to purchase new coats. Donations can be made on-line at https://www.coatsforkidswny.com/donatenow or through the Colvin Cleaners Facebook page. A receipt will be automatically sent to the donor and 100 percent of all donations will be used to purchase coats. Coats 4 Kids is a registered 501c3

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The PUSH Buffalo Night of Power will take place on Saturday, November 23 from 5-9 p.m. at PUSH Buffalo, 429 Plymouth.

The Night of Power brings the PUSH Buffalo community together to honor people that have dedicated their life to the struggle, people who fight for housing and climate justice.

Dinner will be buffet style with food from around the world and desserts donated by Rich Products. Wine and Beer (Community Beer Works) will be available during the awards ceremony. Our own Buffalo Bills and Sabres, DJ Milk will be holding down the sound during the award ceremony and after party.

Proceeds will go to the Street Team and Youth Action Team.

The Street Team and Youth Action Team work on voter engagement, housing justice, climate justice, and education by building relationships with the community by knocking on doors every day.

TICKETS START AT #$15 and are available at https://www. eventbrite.com This is a formal event.

A Conversation and Education on Alzheimer’s Saint John Baptist Church Health Ministry will present "A Conversation and Education on Alzheimer’s Disease" Saturday, November 23 from 12 noon- 3:00 P.M.at the Bennett W. Smith Family Life Center 833 Michigan Avenue.

Call 852-4504for info.

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and (I must) continue to be the best I can be and teammate.”

The Bills return home for a game against Denver Broncos on Sunday and that should be another defensive struggle with Von Miller and crew looking to put pressure on the Bills QB Josh Allen. I see the Bills winning a closely contested game 20 – 14. The Broncos are also struggling on offense and now that Joe Flacco is gone they are in the middle of change and the Bills defense should be able to create turnovers with a rookie QB. The Bills seem to be quite fortunate to be playing against several rookie QB’s in this season, and I can’t remember a Bills team facing so many young below QB’s in one season.

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FAITH & FAMILY

Community Worship Service on Thanksgiving Day On Thursday November 28 a Community Worship Service will be held at Agape AME Church, 224 Northland Ave. at 10 a.m. along with Evangelistic Temple & CCC, Hananiah Lutheran Church, Lincoln Memorial United Methodist Church, Lutheran Church of Our Savior, Agape AME Church, and St. Luke AME Zion Church. Rev. Sharyn Halliday is host pastor. More information email AGAPEAMEC716@gmail.com

FREE Active Shooter Training Workshop

Please Join us at Delaine Waring AME Church for a second session of our Active Shooter Training Workshop Saturday November 24 from 10:00 – 11:30 A.M. Registration and Continental Breakfast will take place from 9 – 10 A.M. Learn what to do should your home, your place of worship, your workplace, or anywhere you happen to be becomes the target of an Active Shooter incident. The training will be held in the David Mack Fellowship Hall (next to the sanctuary building), 680 Swan Street. Admission is Free - tax-deductible donations are gratefully accepted. All participants will be awarded a certificate upon successful completion of this training session.

The workshop will be facilitated by retired Detective Earl E. Perrin, Jr., Trainer Member of Delaine Waring A.M.E. Ministerial Staff For more information email or call delainewaringame@ gmail.com716-842-6747 (office). Reverend Regina E. Gray Esq.,is Senior Pastor.

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HOLIDAY BAKE SALE

Mount Moriah to Host 5th Anniversary Celebration

The Altar Guild of Our Savior Lutheran Church, 26 Brunswick Blvd. is sponsoring a bake sale on Sunday, November 24 from 12 noon-1 p.m. in the church parish hall.

The community is invited.

Delicious homemade baked goods will be available to add to your holiday dinner. Donna Tatum is chairperson. Rev. Tim Anas is Pastor.

Pastor Jeffrey C. and First Lady Clarisse Y. Chambless announce the remaining anniversary service and guest speaker at the church, 400 Northampton to round out their 5th anniversary celebration: November 24 @ 4p.m. Pastor Ivery Daniels and White Rock Baptist Chur ch.

We’ve come this far by faith, leaning on the LORD. Trusting in His Holy Word, He never failed me yet!

“Breakfast at Metro” All are invited to join us for our Community “Breakfast at Metro” at Metropolitan UM Church, 657 Best Street on Saturday, November 23 from 10 a.m. - 12:00 noon. The special guest speaker will be Cheryl Buttino, Director of Senior Services Schiller Park Community Services. Don’t spend your money going somewhere else, come on over to Metro and enjoy a FREE good, hot, country breakfast, and great fellowship.

This is a community event that is open to everyone. So, bring your family, friends, and neighbors to Metro. Angela Stewart

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WNY Full Gospel Baptist Church Fellowship To Host Hour Of Power Service Free Breakfast for our community youth every Sunday. Adults a small donation. All Are Welcome!

Youth Church/ Sunday School – 10am Sunday Service – 11:45 am

Dr. James A. Lewis III, WNY District Overseer and the Full Gospel Fellowship Churches, serving under the leadership of State Bishop Darius G. Pridgen, invite you to join their “Hour of Power” series, “Reconnecting the Fellowship,” 7:00 pm November 22, 2019 at True Bethel Baptist Church, 907 East Ferry Street.

The Hour of Power” series is a quarterly worship service held for “One Hour” with dynamic Gospel Messengers from our community delivering the message. Various churches in the WNY Full Gospel District will serve as host churches. Our November 22 Gospel Messengers will be

Free Thanksgiving Dinner New Anthology Celebrating Local History, African The annual Lord’s Day Dinner will be held November 28 at V.F.W. 917 La Salle Griffin Post, 2435 Seneca Ave. In Niagara Falls from 12 noon – 6 p.m. Bring your own plastic bags. For more information call (716) 284-6973.

Free Community Thanksgiving Dinner at Greater @TNT

Dr. James A. Lewis

WNY Overseer Dr. James A. Lewis III. Please come out and worship with us and BE BLESSED.”

Greater At The New Testament Church, 987 Kensington Ave., corner of Midvale Ave., will offer a free Thanksgiving dinner on Saturday, November 23 from 1-4 p.m. Bring your family, neighbors, and friends to share with us in great food and great fellowship! This is open to all and is completely free. If you like you may RSVP at 716 5732689.

Rev. Alan R. Core Reflects on His Journey: Funeral Home Will Celebrate Anniversary With Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening this Weekend "Your Wisdom of Life Lessons Have Passed on To The New Generations of The Roberts Family" Love Lois and Family

“Knowing when to stop, you can avoid any danger.”

-Tao Te Ching

The Alan R. Core Funeral Home, located at 1933 Kensington Avenue, will host a 1 year Celebration and ribbon cutting grand opening on Saturday November 23 from 1-4 p.m.

-ReflectionsDuring the spring of Buffalo early 1980’s a young man sought out the dream, his boyhood dream, sending numerous letters to colleges around the country. One day he became intrigued with the one response from nearby Sim-

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mons School of Mortuary Science in Syracuse, N.Y. There finally was a school that offered him the ability to pursue an education that would teach how to serve those grieving the loss of a loved one. After completing a very complex course of study, he then had to pass the national board and state exam which gives license to be called a Funeral Director.

Gaining employment was not as immediate as he expected. But due to an unforeseen miracle in an out of area established funeral home, his life took a change for the better.

The journey began some two years after graduation. When it seemed hopeless the door of opportunity was opened.

After many arduous character development lessons to help mold him into a servant of the people, Alan R. Core learned that anything worth having Is worth struggling for.

“I have seen many opportunities to cause me to give up and walk on, but my inner motivation keeps me going against all odds. I believed that I could make a difference in funeral service by being not just an undertaker but a minister of funeral service. It’s been a long hard road of broken promises by those I trusted to assist me on my journey to ownership. In the beginning I blamed others for not helping me become a sure footed businessman. But After much prayer I found those oppor-

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tunities were really for me to set sail on my own God given gifts.

Thankful now am I that I see my steps all along are yet ordered by the Lord. One thing is for sure I’ve been proud to say that my knowledge is a compilation of the greatest teachers in this Western NY area.

As it was predestined I served under four pioneering Black institutions and no one my age can say the same! The wealth of information and knowledge I’m blessed with stands to reason why today I have proudly opened my own funeral home - ALAN R. CORE FUNERAL HOME, 1933 Kensington Avenue Buffalo, N.Y. I am Thankful for a supportive family, church and community of real love for my success. From working out of my church office, car, and home to now having a spacious beautiful location to serve all faiths, “to God be the glory!” Today I not only am a Funeral Director but also Pastor of a great church, and newly elected treasure of the Erie Niagara Funeral Directors Board . I thank all who played a major part in making me a humble servant . I’ve been in this field of funeral service for thirty seven years and ownership for five wonderful years.

On Saturday, November 23 we will be celebrating our first year in our new facility. All are welcome to come and witness this momentous event!

American Experience Available At Book Signing

Whisperers of Secrets: A Community of Short Stories, the latest literary offering from Buffalo writer Priscilla Y. Hill, will be available at her first book signing on Sunday, December 1at 1 p.m. at New Covenant United Church of Christ, 459 Clinton Street.

The new anthology is a sweet nightstand read and down time page-turner to be cherished and passed on. The stories span a timeline from pre-Civil War America Priscilla Y. Hill to present future and lend palpable insight to nuances of the African in America experience from the perspective of the Great Migration from the Jim Crow South to a better life “up north.”

The book is also a resounding anthem to the significance of Buffalo, New York – an Underground Railroad terminus, former steel mill city and Hill’s beloved hometown – in this pivotal chapter of American history.

“My passion is for disseminating knowledge and information about African American life and experience through my storytelling. I also think of my writing as a journal I keep about my life journey,” Hill says.

In addition to the December 1 signing at New Covenant United Church of Christ, Whisperers of Secrets will be available for purchase at signings on: •Friday, December 6 from 5 to 7 p.m.

Outside the Box, 1272 Delaware Avenue (Carriage House) •Saturday, December 14 from 4 to 6 p.m.

Frank E. Merriweather Jr. Library, 1324 Jefferson Avenue The book is also available for purchase online at Amazon. com for $17.95, or by contacting Green Hill Publishing at pghill@roadrunner.com

ROOMS FOR RENT ROOMS FOR RENT: Delavan-Humboldt area, BaileyDelavan. $325-$480. Everything included. (716)818-3410.

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ON STAGE

TORONZO CANNON w/ JONY JAMES BLUES BAND THE 7 PIECE ENSEMBLE REYVOLATION TO PERFORM NOVEMBER 23 AT HALLWALLS Musician and composer Walter Kemp presents REYVOLATION this Saturday November 23 at Hallwalls Contemporary Arts Center 341 Delaware Ave. at 8 p.m. If you love music, don’t miss this unique exploration of whats new, now and next in music. Reyvolation's music is composed, inspired by and pays homage to the ancestral sounds of legendary Avant Garde jazz pioneer and historian Reynold Scott. The 7 piece ensemble will present new music and revisit Scott’s ever-evolving style, delving deep within themselves to seamlessly reconnect jazz to its roots, while consciously and simultaneously working to uproot it. This adventurous collaboration created in his spirit include the stand-out talents of: Walter Kemp 3-Piano, Rishon Odel Bass & Electric Bass, Steve Baczkowski- Saxophone, Brent Birckhead- Saxophone & Woodwinds (NYC) Curtis Lovell- Vocals, Ravi Padmanabha-Tabla/Percussion and Scott Tixier- Violin (France) This concert is supported in part by Foundation for Contemporary Arts Emergency Grant. General admission $15, Students $12 and members $10.

performs at the Tralf November 21 6pm Doors | 7pm Show,General Admission Event $19 Advance | $24 Day Of Show 21+ Admitted Ticketmaster.com / Tralf Box Office 716.852.2860 / Tralf. com

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Dec. 8 at The Robeson Theatre! Director Ed Smith and the talented cast of August Wilson's classic play, "Two Trains Running" - Al Garrison, Debbi Davis, Fisher, Hugh Davis, Michael Hicks, Roosevelt Tidwell II, Russell Holt and Vincenzo McNeill. - has received excellent reviews. Tickets can be purchased online or at the box office (716)884-0279. See their ad this page.

Bone Thugs-N-Harmony Thurs. Nov 21, 7:00pm Town Ballroom Starts at $27.50 •A Tribute To Stevie Wonder Saturday November 23 @ TRALF MUSIC HALL Featuring Daniel Powell, Jesse Miller, Lee Spight, Will Holton and more! 7p.m.

Doors |8p.m. Show. $30 Advance | $35 Day of Show VIP Tickets $35 - Available by calling 716.308.2435 ONLY Ticketmaster.com / Tralf Box Office 716.852.2860 / Tralf.com •August Wilson’s “Two Trains Running” on Stage at the Robeson Theatre now thru Dec. 8, directed by Edward G. Smith; 350 Masten Ave. 8842013 ; box office 884-0279 •Rickey Smiley Thanksgiving Weekend Comedy Jam featuring Bruce Bruce, Red Grant & B-Simone, Saturday, Nov. 30 Kleinhans Music Hall, 8 p.m.; Tickets at Kleinhans Box Office, Doris Records or on line at www. kleinhansbuffalo.org

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•Comedy Night, Golden Nugget, Friday, Dec. 6; 2 shows 8 & 10 p.m. $25

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ASI Is Now Accepting Proposals for a Public Art Project in Niagara Falls On behalf of 1702 Pine, LLC, Arts Services Initiative of Western New York (ASI) invites Western New York-based visual artists working in two-dimensional and three-dimensional mediums to submit proposals for an outdoor public art project located at 1702 Pine Avenue in Niagara Falls, New York. The mural will appear on the building’s west-facing façade facing 17th Street.

•Deadline: Friday, December 6, 2019 5 p.m.

•Submission guidelines: Proposals must be sent electronically as a PDF to info@asiwny.org with the subject line “1702 Pine Ave Proposal” . Go to asiwny.org or visit the challenger news. com arts section for further submission details.

“Athletic Greats” Tradition Continues with it's 20th Year Annual Event!!

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n Wednesday November 27 at 8 p.m. Buffalo’s “Athletic Greats” will come together for its 20th anniversary, thanks to the diligence and dedication of Richard “The Lionhearted” Clark.

The annual event was traditionally hosted by Clark’s friend Zeneith “Coach Lonnie” Jackson at his popular club, The Humboldt Inn for 16 years until he made his transition.

Robin Hibbert has been inThis year the Thanksgiving Eve gathvited by the dance director at ering will take place at the 416 Club loUB to choreograph a piece for cated at 416 William Street near Jefferthe Zodiac Dance Company’s son, hosted by owners Fred and Tammy Spring Concert. According to Young.

Robin she will choreograph In past years one of the highlights has a South African Boot Dance been the tribute to those “greats” who Richard Clark (left) & 416 Proprietor Fred Young and begin working with the have made their transition; tremendous company in January. Opportuathletes like Zellie Dow, Fred Foster and nities have been coming in for Al Brown.

“A lot of the guys have gone on but the Athletic Greats gathering continues to bring everybody the talented award-winning dancer/choreographer since together,” said Richard.

The public is invited to attend this years event in the relaxed welcoming atmosphere of the 416 club. being awarded the WNY ChoThere will be music, food and fun at this very informal affair. Participants look forward to another year reographer’s Initiative Grant of laughter, “tall tales” of days gone by, and renewing old friendships. from Dance Force this past -The “Greats” spring.

The Following is a partial list of the “Athletic Greats” – many of them local legends - who graced Congratulations Robin!

Buffalo’s basketball courts, football fields, track fields, tennis courts, pools and baseball fields over the years include: Brad “Boxhead” Thurman, Ronnie “Chung” Stokes,” Freddie “Oil Can” Gordon, McCarthy “Mac” Gibson, Kevin “Babyface” Clark, Orv and Wilber Cott, Art “The Motivator” Serotte, Ricky “Sprint” McCarley, Hank “Track and Field” Sevillian, Bernard “High Jumpin” Chaney, Charles “English Channel” Chapman, Russeau “The Dolphin” Taylor, Jerry “Slamdunk” Rowe, Carl “Blue” Mitchell, Lamar “Buster” Keaton, Morris “Mo” Brown, Willie “Hutch” Jones, Willie “The Politician” Morris, Michael “The Creator” Norwood, Harry “Mr. Spiritual” Ward, Michael “God’s Gift” Chapman, Herchel “Lord’s Blessing” Chapman, Joe “Long Distance” Hicks, Jim Horne, David “NFL” White, St. Clair “Spiritual Love” Fabor, “Road Dog” Jacobs, Kenny “The Mac Man” Maclin, Joel “Boo” Alexander, James “J Bop” Jacobs, Daniel “Dan A Gress” Adams, Herbert “Mr. Competent” Bellamy, Albert “Kootie Boy” Blanks, Lloyd “The Lover” Lightfoot, Durie “Papa D” Burns, George “Bob Hope” Holt, Gene “The Machine” Roberson, Anthony “Mongoose” Masiello, Cecil and Beanie Brown, Harold “Bad News” Barnes, Levi, “The Musician” Ruffin, Jimmy “Dub” Williams, Ricky “NBA” Williams, Clarence “Pumpkin” Strong, Roger “77 Points” Brown, Alex “The Father” Harris, Leonard, Trevor “I Can” Ruffin, Joe “Flash” Jackson, O PENING NOVE MBE R 22, 6–9PM Cleveland “Pikin Bo” Kirkland, On view through December 21, 2019 Gordon, “Karaoke” Thompson, Michael “Jack Bocci” Nelms, Derrick “The Entertainer” Powell, Leroi “Everything” Johnson, Earl “The Man” Holmes, EdConversation and die “Ass Kicking” Stenhouse, Q&A with artist Eric “All Sports” Hawkins, Eniola Dawodu & Glen “Dash” Morey, Anthony “Barbro” Rantin, Kenny “High Amy Sall (founder Hurdle” Ross, Albert “Mickey and editor, SUNU: Mouser” Howard, Walter “Jap” Journal of African Cromer, Key “Vandross” Berry, Bobby “Elegant” Pope, Kenny Affairs, Critical “Thoughful” Pope, Joe “Green Thought + Aesthetics) Eyes” Jennings, and Richard “The Lion Hearted” Clark. This year, as in years past, those greats who have passed on will also be remembered. They include: Fred “Frenchman” Foster, Bernard “Smooth” Mitchell, Ron “Run Ron Run” Fleming, Zellie “ZD The Zone Breaker” 617 Main Street, Buffalo, NY, 14213 | squeaky.org Dow, Al Brown and Bob “Bean Ball” Buchanan.

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Freedom Fighter Kelly Diane Galloway Holds 4th Annual Fundraiser THE FREE THEM Gala

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n Friday November 22, The Crews Group and S & J foundation presents their 8th annual 2019 Changemakers 30 Under 30 Awards at Shea’s 710 Theater, 710 Main Street. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the show begins at 8 p.m. This annual event celebrates and honors some of WNY’s most prolific & dynamic young professionals. It will be an evening of special musical performances, tributes and more!

Since 2011, the CHANGEMAKERS 30 Under 30 Awards has honored over 200 young professionals under the age of 30 who continue to make an impact in the community and their respective areas of work. It has become the premier networking and fundraising event, drawing some of the best and brightest young professionals in or from Western New York.

“We are once again thrilled to honor another great group of young professionals who have demonstrated professional and philanthropic excellence, integrity and selflessness,” said Jamil Crews, founder and executive producer. “Each year we are excited to recognize these individuals and we are thrilled to introduce the new class of honorees.”

The 2019 honorees in the following categories include: Business / Entrepreneurship: Aaron Osborne, Owner- Wings Kings Franchise; Latina Santana, Owner-Beauty Marque Salon ; Stewart Fonville, Owner- Mobile Eco Steam; Trenton Harris, Owner – T. Harris K9 Training.

Community / Political Engagement: Deyron Tabb, Community Development and Project Manager; Taisha Elizabeth St. Jean, Miss Buffalo 2019 and Legislative Assistant – Buffalo Common Council; Kathleen Achibar, Deputy Press Secretary – Crystal People-Stokes; Pedro Gonzalez, Chief of Staff -April Baskin; Jasmine Westbrook, Teacher.

Education: Jasmine Fluker, Outreach Specialist- Northland Workforce Training Center Amber Whiteside, Assistant Director – Boys and Girls Club ; Megan Lewis, Community School Navigator – Say Yes; Kirby Briggs, Community School Navigator – Say Yes; Jasmine Davis, Managing Director – Teach For America.

Media / Arts / Entertainment: Jazlyn Porter, Film and Television Production Coordinator Madison Carter, News Anchor - WKBW; Karys Belger, Multimedia Journalist and Reporter - WGRZ; Angel Brock, New Producer – Spectrum News; Cameron Owens, News Producer – WIVB; Shannon Smith, Journalist and Fill In Achor -WIVB; Ronald Benning, Musician and Music Director; Aime Mukedi,Jr. President – The Shift and Crew, LLC. Science / Humanities: Dr. Charnelle Lewis, Nurse Anesthetist; Nigel Brown, Chief Technology Officer; Derek Brim, Electrical Engineer.

Sports / Health & Wellness: Nicholas Pellam-Cheeves, Mental Health Clinician; Julissa Vazquez, Doula; Riessa Johnson, Crisis Counseling Specialist; Latajana Hall, Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Addiction Specialist; Polo Kerber, NBA and NFL Sports Marketing Rep. Scholarship Recipients include: Naki Nanor – Senior Leonardo da Vinci High School; Jasmine Hernandez Senior at Leonardo da’Vinci High School; Devioner Murphy- Senior at East High School.

In addition to the 30 individuals being honored at the event, a number of special awards will be given out ,including; the Outstanding Alumni Award being awarded to Shatorah Donovan, Chief Diversity Officer for the City of Buffalo and Changemakers 30 Under 30 Class of 2012 and the Shannon D. Smith Award of Courage being given Jami Reese, a Buffalo native with an incredible story on how she beat cancer before the age of 30.

The night will also feature performances from some of Western New York’s most talented musicians, including Kimera Lattimore, Drea D’Nur, Will Holton, Maya By Name, Bubba, DeMarco Ogletree, Erinn Benning, Marquis “10 Thousand” Burton, and more.

Also, at the event, thousands of dollars in scholarships will be given out to several area high school students.

This event was made possible by The Roxsci Writes Scholarship Foundation in partnership with the S&J Foundation and sponsored by Chairwoman of the Erie County Legislature April Baskin, African American Cultural Center, Buffalo Niagara Medical Campus, Bank on Buffalo, Pure Podiatry of WNY, Masten District Councilman Ulysees Wingo Sr. , Roger and Betsy MaxwellStrother, Charles and Janice Ferguson, PH.D For more information email info@changemakers30under30.com or visit online at changemakers30under30.com

Freedom Fighter Kelly Diane Galloway, founder of Project Mona’s House, will host her 4th annual THE FREE THEM GALA fundraiser in support of efforts to abolish slavery in Western New York through the work of Project Mona’s House, WNY’s first restoration home for human trafficking victims.

This year’s fundraising Gala & Dinner Show on December 7 at Buffalo’s breathtaking new venue, The Forbes Theater at 500 Pearl St., will be feature powerhouse musical performances by Drea D’Nur, Kimera Lattimer, Peter Kelly Diane Galloway Collins and Cathy Carter Richardson. There will also be dancing, raffles, silent auction and more! Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the show begins promptly at 6:30 p.m. General admission is $60 and includes balcony seating with hors d’oeuvres. VIP tickets are $100 and includes floor seating, dinner and special gifts. During the event there will also be highlights of some of the major achievements of Project Mona’s House, plus their biggest endeavor set for 2020 “The Free Them Walk” that Galloway is excited to announce.

“The event will take you on a journey of freedom from 1619-1965. Slavery did not end and there is still justice that needs to happen, so we invite the community to join us to fight forward together in the prevention, freeing and restoration of women and children who have been victims of human trafficking right in our own backyards” said Galloway. Tickets and more information about the event and mission of Project Mona's House can be found at projectmonashouse.com

Buffalo Civil Rights Group Calls For Investigation Into Failure Of Local Elected Officials To Properly File Annual Financial Discloure Forms The Nubian Citizens Alliance, a non-profit advocacy group based in Buffalo, is calling for a federal investigation into the failure of local elected officials to properly file annual financial disclosure form, as required under New York State General Municipal Law Article 18.

NYS General Municipal Law Article 18 requires mandatory personal financial disclosure, annually, for certain public officials responsible to the spending and management of public monies.

The goal of the statute is to expose conflicts of interests and help guarantee that public funds are spent free of fraud and that tax payers are being provided with honest services. In Buffalo, the law requires members of the Buffalo School Board, Buffalo Municipal Housing Authority Board of Commissioners, and all City of Buffalo elected officials to fully and timely comply with the annual disclosure require. The law also states that failure to file annual financial disclosure forms is a crime.

The Nubian Citizens Alliance, headed by Ms. Taniqua Simmons, is calling on the United States Attorney, the U.S. Housing and Urban Development Commissioner, and the Commissioner of New York State Education to investigate whether or not these state mandated disclosure forms have been timely filed and those required to file have fully and completely made proper disclosures. Given the fact that these three local government agencies spend just over $1 Billion per year to fight poverty and address the needs of low income residents-and the dire conditions of Buffalo’s East Side-legitimate questions about the effective use of these public funds arise. The recent raid by HUD, the FBI and the IRS on offices at Buffalo City Hall makes proper personal financial disclosures by local government leadership even more important.

African American Veterans Monument Receives $50,000 Donation From Terry And Kim Pegula The African American Veterans Monument to be located at the Buffalo & Erie County Naval and Military Park is the recipient of a $50,000 donation from Terry and Kim Pegula to aid in its construction. The donation adds to the Pegula family’s strong support of Western New York and Veteran Affairs.

“On behalf of the entire committee, we thank Terry and Kim Pegula for their support of this project,” said Warren Galloway, African American Veterans Monument Committee Chair. “Because of their support, we are one step closer to construction beginning this spring.”

“We are extremely appreciative of the sacrifices so many men and women have made for our country,” said Terry and Kim Pegula. “The Buffalo & Erie County Naval and Military Park honors these heroes in a very special way, and we are proud to help create a monument that will ensure Western New York’s African American Veterans are remembered for generations to come.”

“As we celebrate Veterans Day 2019, we are grateful to the Pegula family who recognize the importance of honoring the service of African American Veterans – a story that too often is untold,” said Assemblywoman Crystal Peoples-Stokes. “This monument is paying tribute to those untold stories and those forgotten lives that fought for our nation since its inception.”

Construction of the Monument will begin in the spring of 2020 once the fundraising goal is met. The design of the African American Veterans Monument, created by Solid 716, boasts 12 black 10-foot concrete pillars that represent each of the country’s 12 military conflicts; African Americans have fought in each of the 12 conflicts.Additional information on the African American Veterans Monument can be found at AAVMWNY.org or by calling 716-800-1137.

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The Family is in Prison Too...

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or generations, people have always made negative assumptions about those whom they thought of as “lesser than.” During the Era of Enslavement, Black people experienced that and people in prison experience that today. Inhumane treatment in jails and prisons is often accepted because those who are confined are thought to be unworthy of humane and professional consideration.

When people are released from prison, the denigration continues. The collateral consequences of a criminal conviction could lead to homelessness, unemployment, and health problems. So-called prison families, those with an incarcerated loved one, have to endure negative assumptions as well.

Prison families suffer financially, emotionally, and psychologically. Mass incarceration impacts everyone in society, whether they realize it or not. Statistics show that the Black and the poor are hurt the most.

If a teacher who has a student who is in danger of being a drop-out, that child could be one who is dealing with the loss of one or both parents in prison. During the Era of Enslavement, Black families were sometimes shaped by a system that caused

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frustration, constrictions, disruptions, and pain. The criminal justice system does the same thing. A prisoner’s condition is felt by his or her family. It is as if the entire family is locked up.

It may sound strange that a child would want to go to prison to be with a parent, but this does happen. Family love is powerful. Frustration and pain can lead to depression. If undiagnosed, this can go untreated. Untreated depression can lead to the kind of distorted thinking that takes a child into gang involvement... looking for love (a family) in all the wrong places.

I regret that we have had too few females as guest speakers.

It is also regrettable that women who have been to prison are reluctant to speak about the experience in a public forum. It’s sad that the negative assumptions they face in society exist, because we need to hear their voices. Young girls especially need to hear their voices.

At the next meeting of PRISONERS ARE PEOPLE TOO, we will take a look at this lack of female voices. Please attend for what promises to be a lively discussion on Monday November 25 at the Rafi Green C.A.O. Masten Resource Center, 1423 Fillmore Avenue at Glenwood, at 7:00 to 9:00pm.

For more information: Karima, karimatells@yahoo.com; BaBa Eng, g.babaeng@yahoo.com.)

From Genesee Street to Marcus Garvey Way The UNIA-ACL Buffalo Division #433 has proposed naming a section of Genesee Street "Marcus Garvey Way." Hon. Marcus Garvey, President General of the UNIA-ACL had a massive following here in Buffalo, NY. Members of historical Buffalo Division #79 had up to 1,000 members, which left a mark on Buffalo's Black History.

Credit unions, business and food co-ops, clinics, doctors, Black Cross Nurses, educators and ministers were all a part of the legacy of Hon. Marcus Garvey. Ninety-nine years later, we are attempting to organize a long overdue tribute to one of our most honorable ancestors!

We are hoping to unite Black Buffalo around one thing. Many groups in Buffalo use the colors and Image of the President General, but are not truly unified under his flag or message. We hope this will be a galvanizing point for our people in this city.

The proposed area is to be between Moselle and Fillmore, and is a main part of the Juneteenth Parade route. UNIA-ACL Division #433 held activities along that route like community clean-

ups, Black Cross Water Station and a joint action with other community organizers to line the street with the flag of our Nation.

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BLACK HISTORY/ AMÍLCAR LOPES CABRAL continued from page 3 ny. After a year of traveling through rural Guinea, he became convinced that independence would be possible only through military engagement. Due to Cabral’s anti-colonialist activities, in 1955 the Governor of Guinea-Bissau insisted he leave the colony, and Cabral moved to Angola to join the Movement for the Liberation of Angola (MPLA). On September 19, 1956 during a clandestine visit to Ghana, Amílcar Cabral, along with his half-brother Luís Cabral, Júlio de Almeira, Fernando Fortes, and Elisée Turpin, founded the African Party for the Independence of Cape Verde and Guinea (PAIGC).

In 1960, with permission from President Kwame Nkrumah, Cabral established military training camps in Ghana for PAIGC guerilla forces. Cabral and PAIGC members emphasized panAfricanism and the importance of building a rural nationalist movement that could give rise to a stable, independent State.

“We wish to plead our own cause.

Too long have others spoken for us.”

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By 1962 PAIGC was involved in guerilla attacks on the Portuguese government. Open war was declared on January 23, 1963.

By 1966 the PAIGC claimed control of over sixty percent of Guinea-Bissau. After significant military victories in 1972 Cabral began formal preparations for an independent Guinea. On January 20, 1973, however, he was assassinated

by PAIGC navel commander Inocêncio Kani and Portuguese agents at the PAIGC headquarters in Conakry. Cabral’s assassination was part of a broader attempt to establish a PAIGC leadership more conciliatory towards the Portuguese. The liberation movement continued, even yhough he was not alive to witness the fruits of his labor and struggle. PAIGC leadership took office in October of 1974 after democratic elections delivered PAIGC 90% of the popular vote. Amílcar’s half-brother Luís Cabral became the first President of Guinea-Bissau.

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“The myth of Thanksgiving," is served up with dollops of European superiority and manifest destiny.

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he story of the first Thanksgiving, as most Americans have been taught, is not exactly accurate starting with the idyllic partnership of 17th Century European Pilgrims and New England Indians sharing a celebratory meal. And it was only after the First World War that a version of such a Puritan-Indian partnership took hold in elementary schools across the American landscape. We can thank the invention of textbooks and their mass purchase by public schools for embedding this "Thanksgiving" image in our modern minds. It was, of course, a complete invention, a cleverly created slice of cultural propaganda, just another in a long line of inspired nationalistic myths.

The first Thanksgiving Day did occur in the year 1637, but it was nothing like our Thanksgiving today. On that day the Massachusetts Colony Governor, John Winthrop, proclaimed such a "Thanksgiving" to celebrate the safe return of a band of heavily armed hunters, all colonial volunteers. They had just returned from their journey to what is now Mystic, Connecticut where they massacred 700 Pequot Indians. Seven hundred Indians - men, women and children - all murdered.

This day is still remembered today, 382 years later. No, it's been long forgotten by White people, by European Christians. But it is still fresh in the mind of many Native Americans. A group calling themselves the United American Indians of New England meet each year at Plymouth Rock on Cole's Hill for what they say is a Day of Mourning. They gather at the feet of a stature of Chief Massasoit of the Wampanoag to remember the long gone Pequot. They do not call it Thanksgiving. There is no football game afterward.

Mahtowin Munro (Lakota) and Moonanum James (Wampanoag co-leaders of United American Indians of New England. write: "About the only true thing in the whole (thanksgiving) mythology is that these pitiful European strangers would not have survived their first several years in “New England” were it not for the aid of Wampanoag people. What Native people got in return for this help was genocide, theft of our lands, and never-ending repression.

We are treated either as quaint relics from the past, or are, to most people, virtually invisible.

When we dare to stand up for our rights, we are considered unreasonable. When we speak the truth about the history of the European invasion, we are often told to “go back where we came from.” Our roots are right here. They do not extendacross any ocean.

National Day of Mourning began in 1970 when a Wampanoagman, Wamsutta Frank James, was asked to speak at a state dinner celebrating the 350th anniversary of the pilgrim landing.

He refused to speak false words in praise of the White man for bringing civilization to us poor heathens. Native people from throughout the Americas came to Plymouth, where they mourned their forebears who had been sold into slavery, burned alive, massacred, cheated, and mistreated since the arrival of the Pilgrims in 1620.

“The myth of Thanksgiving, served up with dollops of European superiority and manifest destiny, just does not work for many people in this country. As Malcolm X once said about the AfricanAmerican experience in America, “We did not land on Plymouth Rock. Plymouth Rock landed on us.” Exactly!

(Excerpted from essays by novelist, writer Arthur Richard. Greener and Lakota and Wampanoag)

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Racially Discriminatory Legislation and Policies Must Be Stopped The Unintended Consequences of a Menthol Cigarette Ban to Black America From pro-slavery laws to Jim Crow, to Prohibition, to racial profiling, to Stop-and-Frisk, history is clear: racist laws and discriminatory bans have been devastating for Black America.

Today, Law Enforcement Action Partnership (LEAP) and National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) have joined together with other African-American law enforcement executives to call on you - our readers in Black communities across the nation - to see the warning signs of yet another proposed racially discriminatory law: the menthol cigarette ban.

It is a well-known fact that over 85 percent of African Americans who smoke prefer menthol cigarettes. There is no factual basis to assert that a menthol cigarette ban will stop African Americans from smoking. In fact, the unintended consequences of such a raciallydiscriminatory ban will set the stage for more negative and more likely counterproductive interactions between law enforcement and African Americans.

While proponents argue that a menthol cigarette ban could encourage menthol cigarette smokers to quit smoking cold-turkey, another possible outcome could be extremely dangerous—the creation of an illicit market. If this happens, illegal sales of menthol cigarettes will likely be concentrated in communities of color, leading to a greater police presence, citations, fines, and arrests for selling a product that for the past 50 years has been legal.

Possible bans on menthol cigarettes are now being considered throughout the United States as add-ons to e-cigarette bans. It must be said that while FDA has deemed teen vaping an “epidemic,” there is no teen menthol cigarette epidemic. The fact is teen cigarette use has steadily been on the decline over the past decade.

Recently in New York, the mothers of Trayvon Martin and Eric Garner courageously issued a public statement warning against the consequences of a proposed menthol cigarette ban. Sybrina Fulton and Gwendolyn Carr stated, “When you ban a product sold mostly in Black communities, you must consider the reality of what will happen to that very same over-represented community in the criminal justice system.”

Law enforcement leaders like Law Enforcement Action Partnership (LEAP), National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE), Grand Council of Guardians, and National Association of Black Law Enforcement Officers (NABLEO) have stated countless times that a ban on menthol cigarettes will have unintended negative consequences, especially for African Americans.

Over the past 30 years, we have reduced tobacco consumption overall across this country by about 40 percent. And we did not do that with the criminal justice community. We did that with education, we did it with treatment, we did it from a health and educational perspective.

Let’s continue with that. Let’s not do something that’s going to end up with these unintended consequences of increasing interaction between police and community members.

Major Neill Franklin (Ret.), Executive Director of the Law Enforcement Action Partnership (LEAP): “I dedicated 34 years of my life to public safety, enforcing the laws that our legislators placed before me. That’s what cops do, and we trust that those laws are well thought out, studied and based upon sound data and evidence. As we begin to mirror the days of alcohol prohibition with tobacco bans, expect the violence and corruption that comes with the illicit market and add something else, the over criminalization of the black community.”

Jiles Ship, President of the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives – New Jersey (NOBLE): “Banning menthol cigarettes would be a 21st Century attempt at Prohibition, a past failure of government to restrict a previously legal product. As we learned with Prohibition, every time the government tries to ban something, it seems to cause other problems. And unfortunately, a menthol cigarette ban would be another example of government action that disproportionately disrupts the Black community.”

Charles Billips, National Chair Person of Grand Council of Guardians, “The first question I asked is how are they going to implement this ban on menthol cigarettes, knowing that a large number of Black and Brown people smoke menthol cigarettes? It would be best to educate the communities on the affect it has on our health instead of a ban enforced through Law Enforcement.”

As The Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. once prophetically said, “The time is always right to do what is right.” And the right thing to do for our families and communities and for all who stand for freedom, justice and equality is to speak out against all forms of racial discrimination and disproportionate law enforcement, as well as the systems, laws, bans and policies that perpetuate them.

Speak out against racism. Stand up against discrimination. Let your voices be heard.

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EMPLOYMENT

LEGAL NOTICE BID REQUEST FOR BID Mark Cerrone, Inc. is requesting bids for the following projects for all scopes of work detailed in contract documents. Optional MWBE Pre-bid meetings will be held interested firms at MCI Office upon request. Documents can be obtained by contacting the associated estimator, Phone 716-282-5244, Fax 716-282-5245 or iSqFt®. Bids due electronically or in person at 2368 Maryland Ave., Niagara Falls, NY 14305. Certified firms for associated goals are strongly encouraged.

Downtown North Tonawanda Placemaking Project in North Tonawanda, NY. Contact: jtoscano@markcerrone. com. MWBE: 30%. Proposals due to MCI by 11/22/19 at 12:00PM. BNIA – Aircraft Deicing Containment Facility Expansion in Buffalo, NY. Contact: jsalvatore@markcerrone.com. MBE 6%, WBE: 9% SDVOB 4%. Proposals due to MCI by 12/13/19 at 12:00PM.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Please see website for more details:

www.buffalolib.org/content/ employment-opportunities

Assistant Director of Student Conduct Buffalo State, State University of New York, seeks candidates for the position of Assistant Director of Student Conduct.

HHUNY Care CoordinatorBuffalo. To coordinate services with the Health Homes for the purpose of decreasing highrisk medical and/or behavioral health costs for individuals being served in theHealth Homes.

EEOC. Closes 11/25/2019. employment@wnyil.org Health Homes Care Coordinator-N.F. To coordinate services with the Health Homes for the purpose of decreasing highrisk medical and/or behavioral health costs for individuals being served in the Health Homes.

Position located in Niagara Falls, NY. EEOC. Closes 11/25/2019. employment@ wnyil.org

Community Energy Project Coordinator. Erie County is hiring a coordinator for the Erie County Low Income Program for Sustainable Energy (ECLIPSE). This is a new project to develop a community energy program for Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) participants. Learn more at bit.ly/AQ3KDU7 Compliance Specialist- CPDAS. Perform duties within the Compliance Department to help ensure Agency compliance with program and regulatory guidelines. Position located in Buffalo. EEOC. Closes 11/25/2019. employment@wnyil.org

For a full job description and to apply: https://jobs.buffalostate.edu.

Buffalo State is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and committed to respect for diversity and individual differences.

COMMUNITY ACTION ORGANIZATION OF WNY Has been serving over 56,000 individuals and families since 1965. With a commitment to education advancement, workforce development, neighborhood revitalization, community health and economic advancement.

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We are currently hiring and have immediate FT & PT openings in Erie and Niagara County: •Accounts Payable Clerk: Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivlent in accounting or business Management from two-year College or technical school.

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•Director of Housing Development: Bachelors in Human Service or Social Work preferred, 5 years of housing related experience (Four years of relevant administrative experience may be substituted for up to 2 years of education).

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Wednesday November 20

Thursday November 21

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Friday November 29

The Ice At Canal Side Opens: 3-7 p.m.

Yoga: Thursdays 5:30 p.m.

Gentle Chair Yoga $7; also Yoga & Meditation, 6:30 p.m. $10. Juneteenth Headquarters, 517 Genesee St.

Holiday Bake Sale: Our Savior Lutheran Church, 26 Brunswick Blvd 12 noon-1 p.m. in the church parish hall.

Saturday November 30 Free Black Holiday Film Festival Movie Matinee: Jefferson Library 1324Jefferson 3.30pm for a complete list of PG-13 movies shown please email Dr. Sylvia Black,PhD at sblack3001@gmail.com

Urban League, BURA Fair Housing Forum: Belmont Housing 1195 Main 6 p.m.(716)2502418 or bsmith@buffalourbanleague.org Board of the Westminster Community Charter School Meeting: 3 p.m. M&T Bank, One M&T Plaza - 16th Floor.

Hustle for Health Urban Dancing Gloria Parks: Main St. 11 a.m.- 12 FREE for 55+ Call 716 1010 .

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The Durham Central City Baby Café Info and support for pregnant and breastfeeding moms 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. 200 Eagle St. (716) 427-0566.

Thursday November 21 Greater Utica Heights Block Club Meeting: 5:45-7p.m.., Dorothy Collier, 18 E. Utica St. Invited guest E District Community Police Officer.

Jefferson Avenue Block Club Meeting: God City Apartments, 175 Pershing Ave., 6 p.m.; (716)563-3136 for more info.

Grief Support Group: Delaine Waring AME Church, 680 Swan Street, Thursdays, 6:30-8 pm. 716-842-6747.

The Durham Central City Baby Café Info and support for pregnant and breastfeeding moms 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. 200 Eagle St. (716)427-0566.

Monday November 25 Hustle for Health Urban Line Dancing at Gloria Parks: 3242 Main St. 12pm - 1pm. FREE for ages 55+ Call 716 832 1010

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Tuesday November 26

Free Coats 4 Kids Distribution :True Bethel Baptist Church, 907 East Ferry 10-1 p.m. ID needed.

Hustle for Health Urban Line Dancing Gloria Parks: 3242 Main St. 11am- 12pm. FREE for 55+ Call 716 832-1010 .

Emmanuel Kulu and I Black Pharaoh Universe to Host “The Mystery of Ancient Africa: A Stolen Legacy Restore” Conference: 1-4 p.m. Merriweather Library, 1324 Jefferson Avenue.

The Durham Central City Baby Café Info and support for pregnant and breastfeeding moms 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. 200 Eagle St. (716) 427-0566.

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a.m. 820 Northampton St.

Alan R. Core Funeral Home Anniversary, Open House and Ribbon Cutting: 1933 Kensington Avenue , 1-4 p.m.

PUSH Buffalo “Night of Poer”: 5-9 p.m., 429 Plymouth Ave; tickets $15 per person members; $50 per person non-members.

Wednesday November 27 Matt Urban Hope Center Community Thanksgiving Dinner: 3-6 p.m. at 385 Paderewski Drive free and open to the public. 893-7222 or ccarson@ urbanctr.org The Durham Central City Baby Café Info and support for pregnant and breastfeeding moms 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. 200 Eagle St. (716) 427-0566.

The Museum of disABILITY History n Holiday Store Sale and Book Fair: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 3826 Main Street( near UB Campus).

Friday December 6 Fitness Friday: Hosted by Hustle for Health, Urban Line daning, Goria Parks, 3242 Main St. 12noonn – 1 p.m.

Saturday December 7 Free Coats 4 Kids Distribution : The Belle Center, 104 Maryland St. ID needed

Saturday December 14 Booksigning “Whispers of Secrets” by Priscilla Y. Hill Saturday, December 14 from 4 to 6 p.m. Merriweather Jr. Library, 1324 Jefferson Ave,

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Sunday December 1 Book Signing “Whispers of Secrets” by Priscilla Y. Hill: 1 p.m. New Covenant United Church of Christ, 459 Clinton Street.

Tuesday December 3 Death Row Survivor and New York Times Best-Selling Author Anthony Ray Hinton to Speak at Canisius College: 7 p.m. Montante Cultural Center.

Doors open at 6:30 p.m.

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Book Signing “Whispers of Secrets” by Priscilla Y. Hill: Friday, December 6 from 5 to 7 p.m. Outside the Box, 1272 Delaware Avenue (Carriage House).

People Inc. Jefferson Avenue Apartments

LOCATION: 1140 and 1166 Jefferson Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14209 ACCOMMODATIONS: : Currently under construction, these 3-story apartment buildings are for head of household being 18 years and older, with 71 one-bedroom apartments and 18 two-bedroom apartments will be ready for occupancy in March and August 2020.

Professional on-site management and live-in caretaker Handicapped accessible or adaptable apartments On a major bus route • Smoke-free living • Community Room On-site laundry facilities • Central air conditioning Attractive grounds and outdoor space MONTHLY RENT:

**MAXIMUM INCOME:

1 Bedroom: (71) $532.00 – $782.00

1 person: $26,950 – $47,280 2 people: $30,800 – $47,280

2 Bedrooms: (18) $620.00 – $850.00

2 people: $30,800-$47,280 **Dependent on unit rent

Applications were mailed on November 12, 2019 to those individuals interested in keeping with approved affirmative marketing plan and opened by lottery at Johnnie B Wiley Center, 1100 Jefferson Avenue, Buffalo NY on December 17, 2019.

For more information or an application, email housing@people-inc.org,visit NYHousingSearch.gov or call 716.880.3890.

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