CHALLENGER COMMUNITY NEWS SEPTEMBER 18, 2019

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September 18, 2019 | FREE |

CHILDREN FIRST!

LOCAL

Uncrowned Queens Culture Keeper Awardees Page 3

PROFILE

Coltrane Artist Edreys Wajed Page 9

IMAGES

African American Heritage Corridor Archway Dedication Ceremony Page 4

Photo by: Blanc Photographie

Sharon Belton Cottman, New School Board President, Sees Providing A Quality Education For Buffalo School Children As Her First Priority. Page 10

EDUCATION

Buffalo State Announces New Africana Studies Program Page 11

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INSIDE ROCHESTER

Rochester’s Annual Hispanic Heritage Month Statement from Mayor Lovely Warren Regarding the Sentencing of Michael Sippel for the Assault of Roc’n Ritmo

ROCHESTER IN THE HOUSE!

Posing with Dr. Runoko Rashidi (seated right) following his lecture at the Merriweather Library recently, is Terry Chaka, (seated left), Director of the Baobab Cultural Center in Rochester and Dr. Kiah Nyame (standing left) founder of Ujima Rochester and Ujima Atlanta cultural organizations and a lecturer of African World History. Lion Blyden, whose organization the UNIA-ACL Division 433 hosted Dr Rashidi, is standing on the right. More on Dr. Rashidi’s visit to WNY next week!

Challenger Photo.

Rochester’s annual Hispanic Heritage Month, Roc’n Ritmo (“ritmo” means “rhythm” in Spanish) event kicks off Saturday, Sept. 21, featuring international Salsa singer Tito Rojas.

Roc’n Ritmo will take place at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park, 353 Court St., from 5-10 p.m. with an exciting musical lineup for the evening that features Latin Swing, Nina Raquel, 5 con Swing, and the headliner, Tito Rojas.

Known as “El Gallo Salsero,” Rojas is a renowned salsa singer and bandleader from Puerto Rico, with a 1995 double platinum album Por Derecho Propio, the year he was named Puerto Rico’s best salsa artist.

The event will feature food, beer and wine for purchase, and activities for children. Admission is only $7, and free for kids age 12 and under. VIP tickets are available for $25 and include a beverage, private seating and wait staff.

All tickets are available online at Ticketmaster and at: •The Auditorium Theatre - 885 E. Main St. •Burgos Income Tax - 1816 N. El Pilon Criollo - 973 N. Clinton Ave. For more information on the event, visit www.cityofrochester.gov/rocnritmo.

Women’s Conference: One Night With The King

A Woman’s Conference, “One Night With the King,” will take place September 27 – 28 at Beaver Hollow Conference Center, 1083 Pitt Road, Java Center New York Tickets are available on eventrbite.

What would you do if you had one night with the king? How would you prepare for him? Come join women from all over the world as we celebrate the King of Kings, our Lord Savior Jesus Christ. This is your opportunity to be refreshed in His presence. One Night with the King is about preparation, getting and position so you can reap the promises of God. It’s already in you!! Come forth!!

Topics include Preparing for the King (A Relationship with Him), One Knight with the King, Health and Wellness, Financial Wealth & Empowerment, Self-Care and Managing Stress, and Walking in God's Presence. The keynote speaker will be Dr. Tara, an award winning author and accomplished leader and founder of TMJ Consulting; helping women launch their purpose to transform the world and live their best lives. There will be additional impactful speakers, activities, breakfast, lunch dinner & snacks.

For more iformation contact DRTARAJG@gmail.com

Bills Defeat New York Giants 28-14

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he Bills are playing with confidence and beating teams they are supposed to beat. Let’s face it New York Jets and Giants are two football teams that will not be making the playoffs.

Why the New York Giants waited so long to replace Eli Manning at quarterback is anyone’s guess. He’s an embarrassment to himself to still be playing at such a low level. It’s taking him way too long to process each play and showing that the previous head coach was right in putting in Geno Smith. Odell Beckham was right in stating that Eli Manning was the main problem wrong with the Giants. Hopefully Beckham will have better success with Baker Mayfield.

Bills QB Josh Allen is benefiting from an outstanding defense that continues to put pressure on the opposing offense. Bills Head Coach Sean McDermott and Defensive Coordinator Leslie Frazier know how to disguise their coverages and safeties Micah Hyde and Jordan Poyer carry out their game plan perfectly each week. The Bills currently getting opponents to punt the ball back to the Bills offense which gives Josh Allen more opportunities to execute and make successful plays down field. Yes, downfield with his go to receiver turning out to be John Brown. Cole Beasley also had a key 51 yard reception which gave him a total of 387 yards receiving against the Giants since 2016. Beasley always has a good game against the Giants especially at MetLife Stadium. I do believe that Josh Allen is a more accurate passer when he is rolling out. The majority of today’s QB’s come out of college playing a spread offense and are trained to throw the ball while moving their feet rather than standing in the pocket.

Allen reminds me of Terry Bradshaw of the 1970’s Pittsburgh Steelers by throwing very high passes and his receivers having to go up and get the ball in order to complete most passes. Bills receivers could have scored touchdowns against Giants if balls were accurately thrown to them. Allen must continue to improve his footwork in the pocket in order to become a very good passer in the NFL. If Devin Singletary is out for any amount of time T.J. Yeldon can come in and make plays along with possibly bringing Marcus Murphy up from the practice squad. Murphy is a veteran player with breakaway speed and is very reliable on pass blocking plays and can be a punt or kickoff returner. The Bills 98 yard touchdown drive was very impressive and the longest since a 98 yard drive against Jacksonville in 2009. The Bills starting the season 2-0 on the ROAD for the first time in team history is huge for a young football team and will prove very beneficial as the schedule gets difficult in weeks to come.

The Bills face Cincinnati Bengals in the home opener and once again the defense must take control early and force turnovers in a very winnable game. Josh Allen and company should be able to move the ball against another rebuilding football team. The Bills should win 24-13 to move to 3-0 and start preparing for the New England Patriots.

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Baobab Cultural Center *Kwanzaa Planning Meetings every Wednesday now thru December, 6:30 p.m. *Gentle Yoga, Tuesdays @ 5:45 p.m. with Yoga instructor Jim Thompson *West African Drum Classes with Fana Bangoura, Saturdays 9:30-10:30 a.m. Youth Ages 4-14; 10:45-12:15 adults.

Christopher Pate

"There is no excuse for a resident of our city to be beaten for simply walking down the street. Mr. Sippel was convicted for this crime and fired for failing to serve our community in accordance with the law and the policies and procedures of our police department. I am grateful for the men and women that honorably protect our city each and every day. These officers are offered a variety of services to assist them if they need help to deal with the burdens of their position."

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AREA BRIEFS

HONOREES: Niagara Falls Chapter of The Links.

HOLLYWOOD SINGING! Buffalo Police officers Moe Badger (right) and Michael Norwood (left) will be the inspiration for a new television sitcom. They have signed an agreement with Entertainment One for the show. Details still have to be worked out, such as who will portray the officers and where the sitcom will be situated. The two gained national attention earlier this year when their singing went viral. They ended up being invited to perform live on the Ellen Degeneres Show, Inside Edition and CBS Evening News among others. Congratulations!

Invitation for Better Buffalo Fund

Public Info Meeting For Better Buffalo Fund Round 4 on Oct. 3rd . RSVP for this informatiional meeting by September 27 Funding applications are now available for the fourth round of Better Buffalo Fund (BBF), a $40 million Buffalo Billion initiative dedicated to projects that encourage density and growth along transportation corridors and revitalize neighborhood commercial districts.

The launch of Round Four builds on funding awarded through three previous rounds of the Better Buffalo Fund, which awarded more than $27 million to 43 projects. Round 4 applications are due Friday, November 8, 2019 at 4:00 P.M. Eligibility map, program guidelines and applications can be found at http://esd.ny.gov/BusinessPrograms/BetterBuffaloFund.html It is recommend that all interested parties review the program guidelines which do contain some changes from prior rounds.

Questions can be sent to bbf@esd.ny.gov.

There will be a public information meeting for those interested in applying for funding on Thursday, October 3 from 3 – 5:00 P.M., UB Downtown Gateway Building, 77 Goodell Street.

Tae Kwon Do Expert to Teach Basics During Gun Club Meeting A representative from the Royal Tae Kwon Do Academy will demonstrate techniques and teach some of the basics during a free program at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 25, in the Frank E. Merriweather Jr. Library, 1324 Jefferson Ave. Nancy Fernandez will address the fundamentals of self-defense during a meeting of the Dorie Miller Rifle and Pistol Club.

The club is named for the Black Navy messman turned hero who manned an anti-aircraft gun when the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor in World War II, earning the Navy Cross despite the fact that segregation had barred him from combat roles.

DID YOU KNOW… The United States banned interracial marriage for longer than South Africa. Famously racist South Africa banned people of different races from getting married between 1949 and 1985, or 36 year.. The US banned it from 1776-1967 – a grand total of 191 years.

Uncrowned Queens Institute To Host "Saving the Past to Enrich the Future" Event: Reception Celebrates the Organization’s 20th Anniversary

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he Uncrowned Q u e e n s Institute(UQI), cofounded by Dr. Peggy Brooks-Bertram and Dr. Barbara Seals Nevergold, will celebrate its 20th anniversary with a reception on September 26th at Templeton Landing from 5:30pm to 8pm.

The event titled ‘Saving the Past to Enrich the Future’ will serve as a fundraiser for the organization and will present ‘Culture Keeper Awards’ to individuals who are working to preserve the historical and cultural assets of the African American community.

This year’s Culture Keeper Award recipients include Eva M. Doyle – African American Historian; Marcus Brown Juneteenth Festival Inc. President; the Niagara Falls (NY) Chapter of the LINKS Inc.; and Sheila Brown – CEO of Vision Multi-Media and Owner of WUFO Radio. Proceeds from the event will go towards the 2020 Mary Crosby Chappelle Memorial Scholarship.

“For two decades the Uncrowned Queens Institute’s mission has been to collect and preserve the historical assets of African Americans in Buffalo and Western New York,” said Dr. Brooks-Bertram.

HONOREES: Eva Doyle, Marcus Brown and Sheila Brown.

“These histories span for more than a century in the past to the very present day. Without this preservation work, there would possibly be no historical record of these community builder’s contributions and accomplishments.”

The celebration will also feature a special recognition of the Women’s Pavilion Pan Am 2001 leaders who will be represented by former Erie County Legislator Joan Bozer. The Uncrowned Queens Institute was one of the numerous projects launched by the Women’s Pavilion to commemorate the centennial of the 1901 Pan American Exposition.

Dr. Brooks-Bertram and Dr. Seals-Nevergold agree that there are also individuals who are laying the foundation for a life-long commitment to building and sustaining our community.

“As we approach our third decade, we are placing

renewed focus on the recognition of ‘Uncrowned Queens and Kings in the Wings.’ The focus will include individuals between the ages of 13 and 20, who are ‘Emerging Community Builders’,” said Dr. Seals Nevergold. “The Western New York region has hundreds of young people, who are already giving back to their communities through volunteerism, involvement in extra-curricular activities in their schools, their churches and youth groups. Like their elders, many of these youngsters contribute their time and talents selflessly not seeking acknowledgement.”

Tickets for the reception are available for $25.00 and can be purchased from any UQI Board Member, on the organization’s Facebook page, via EventBrite or by email at uqibuffalo@yahoo.com. Refreshments will be served.

Event sponsors currently include Former NYS Commissioner John A. Johnson and Alternative Information Systems.

Fugitive Slave Acts The Fugitive Slave Acts were a pair of federal laws that allowed for the capture and return of enslaved Africans who ran away within the territory of the United States. Enacted by Congress in 1793, the first Fugitive Slave Act authorized local governments to seize and return escaped enslaved Africans to their owners and imposed penalties on anyone who aided in their flight. Widespread resistance to the 1793 law led to the passage of the Fugitive Slave Act of 1850, which added more provisions regarding runaways and levied even harsher punishments for interfering in their capture. The Fugitive Slave Acts were among the most controversial laws of the early 19th century.

What Were the Fugitive Slave Acts?

Statutes regarding refugee enslaved Africans existed in America as early as 1643 and the New England Confederation, and slave laws were later enacted in several of the 13 original colonies.

Among others, New York passed a 1705 measure designed to prevent enslaved runaways from fleeing to Canada, and Virginia and Maryland drafted laws offering bounties for the capture and return of escaped enslaved Africans.

By the time of the Constitutional Convention in 1787, many Northern states including Vermont, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Massachusetts and Connecticut had abolished slavery.

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Protecting Homeowners from Steep Tax Increases

Thursday Sept. 19 @ 6pm Buffalo Public Library Lafayette Square 2nd floor

Home prices in some Buffalo neighborhoods have risen dramatically in recent years.

Some homeowners in these areas are seeing steep property tax increases in 2020.

How can we make sure that low and moderate-income homeowners are not displaced due to unaffordable increases in taxes?

A coalition of community groups has been exploring possible solutions, including a partial property tax exemption for income-qualified homeowners.

On Thursday September 19 at 6p.m. at Buffalo Public Library downtown, 1 Lafayete Square, 2nd floor behind the Collections Gallery,v join this town hall to learn more about proposed solutions, to voice concerns and to learn how you can help turn these solutions into realities.

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he archway marking the entrance to the African American Heritage Corridor along Michigan Avenue was dedicated during an uplifting ribbon cutting ceremony on Monday afternoon. Complete with African drumming and dancing, the event was hosted by Council President Darius Pridgen who announced that Buffalo Public Schools 7th and 8th graders will get to learn about the rich Black history within the corridor as part of the My Brothers Keeper’s curriculum. Also in attendance was Mayor Byron Brown, State Senator Tim Kennedy, Assemblywoman Crystal Peoples-Stokes, and Council Member Rasheed Wyatt as well as a host of community workers, activists and supporters. The talented sculpturer who created the arch, Valeria Cray, told the audience: “This archway is a door that was never shut for no one. It will always be open, and as you press under this archway and drive through it hopefully you will get blessings and anointing from it, because that’s what the archway is all about. It’s the healing of the wounds that we’re carrying.”

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Signs, Symptoms & Early Detection of Prostate Cancer Recognizing the signs and symptoms of cancer can sometimes be difficult — especially when it comes to prostate cancer.

Symptoms may be vague or may not appear at all until the cancer is in the later stages.

Be sure to tell your doctor if you experience any of these symptoms: •Difficulty starting to urinate •Decreased urine flow •Blood in the urine •Bone pain •Discomfort in the pelvic area •Swelling in your legs In most cases, these symptoms are due to conditions that are benign (not cancer), such as an infection or enlarged prostate.

But if you're worried about prostate cancer, you should talk to your doctor about both the risks and benefits of having a PSA test, which is used for early detection. Developed here at Roswell Park in the 1970s, the PSA test was originally designed On Tuesday, September17, Samuel A. Herbert, Chairman of the to monitor the progression of prostate cancer in men who had Coalition to Save MLK Park, handed in over 500 pages of already been diagnosed with the disease. Since then, it has be"We The People Petitions" with a total of 14,112 signatures to come a useful tool — along with a digital rectal exam (DRE) the City of Buffalo Clerk Department; signatures calling for the — for early detection of the disease.

What Is the PSA Test? removal of the current sculpture in MLK Park to be replaced with a larger than life size identical replica of Rev. Martin Lu- The PSA test is a simple blood test that measures the level of a ther King Jr. . The group is also calling for a public meeting protein called prostate-specific antigen (PSA) in a blood samconcerning the bust in MLK Park. This marked the completion ple. Higher-than-normal PSA levels may indicate the presence of phase 1 of a 3 phase campaign. Herbert, who says he liter- of cancer. However, other conditions that are not cancer — such ally "ate and slept" the petition process for the past 18 months , as an enlarged prostate, urinary tract infection or constipation — can elevate PSA, too. Higher PSA may also be caused by vigorproclaimed, " It is finished! Thank God!" ous exercise, riding a bicycle, drinking alcohol and ejaculating, so you’re advised not to do any of those things for at least three days before a PSA test. In general, the higher your PSA level, the more likely prostate cancer is present, especially if your PSA rises over time.

Do I Need Early-Detection Testing?

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HEALTH MATTERS

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Sickle Cell Organization to Host First Annual Fire Ball Dinner and Awards The first annual Sickle Cell Awareness Dinner & Awards Ceremony will be held Saturday, September 28 at 6p.m. at the Grapevine Banquet Hall 33 Dick Road. The guest speaker will be news anchor Karys Belger of WGRZ. Special honoree Dr. Philip McCarthy-Roswell. Also honored will be youth & family warriors. This is a semi-formal event featuring live jazz.

Donation is $60. For tickets go to cgmpfireball.eventbrite.com or contact (716) 241-8114. Sponsorship opportunities are available.

The Buffalo Chapter Of The Links, Inc. Family Health & Wellness Walk/Run

The Buffalo Chapter of the Links, Inc. is hosting their annual Family Health & Wellness Walk/Run Saturday September 28 from 10am -12pm at Fleet Feet 2290 Delaware Avenue. The walk is a fundraiser in conjunction with the Sickle Cell Anemia Foundation. The walk is a 1,2 or 3 mile run and will be led by WIVB TV News Reporter, Shannon Smith. There will be prize giveaways and a raffle. On site registration is $15 – which includes a course map. Participants can register online at: https:// runsignup.com/race/ny/buffalo/buffalochapterofthelinkswalkathon For more information contact: Dawn E. Sanders-Garrett at 716-446-3758 Or : buffalolinksonthemove@aol.com

PROSTATE continued age 45, you might want to begin testing at age 35.

If you do not fall into any of the groups above, you may want to ask your doctor about beginning early detection with a baseline PSA test and digital rectal exam at age 45. The baseline results will be compared with the results of future tests, and that information will help determine how often you should have follow-up testing.

If you are over the age of 70, the PSA test is not recommended unless you are very healthy and have a life expectancy of 10 years or more.

Not All Prostate Cancers Need to be Treated Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men. But it’s important to remember that most men who get it will not die of it. Many men with prostate cancer can safely choose active surveillance instead of starting treatment immediately. However, some prostate cancers are aggressive and need to be treated before the disease spreads. Early-detection testing finds both slow-growing and aggressive cancers, so it’s important to use a number of tests — PSA, digital rectal exam, MRI scans and biopsy — to determine the type of prostate cancer you have.

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FAITH & FAMILY

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Broad Coalition of Buffalo City Church Leaders Organizing Against Abortion Expansion A

coalition of church leaders from across Buffalo attended a meeting hosted by the Reverend William Gillison at Mt Olive Baptist Church on September 10. In a unique display of unity, a diverse group of 12 Church network leaders asked pastors from the City of Buffalo and the surrounding region to attend a forum to discuss strategies on how to push back on New York’s now nationally infamous abortion expansion bill signed by Gov. Cuomo earlier this year. The signatories on the invitation included Bishop Malone of the Buffalo Roman Catholic Diocese, Rev Juan Carlos Rivera of the Assembly of Christian Churches, Rev. Mike Failla of Eight Days of Hope and Kingdom Bound Ministries, Rev Jerry Gillis of the Chapel, and many others. They state in their letter, “While these latest developments may be ‘political’ in nature, they cut to the heart of the moral truth of God’s Word that affirms that all men and women are made in the image of God at conception.”

Insisting that abortion is “a great social injustice,” the campaign is designed to sound the alarm among all the communities in Buffalo from the Black and Hispanic, urban to suburban, Catholic to Protestant. According to New York State Vital statistics, 33% of all Black pregnancies in Buffalo end in abortion. “This reality is unacceptable and needs to change,” said Rev. Gillison. “We cannot rely on government to change it for us. This is a God-sized problem that requires God’s people to step up.”

The group holds that abortion is having a devastating impact on the ability of our communities to flourish. Gillison states further, “It all comes down to our unwillingness as a society to protect the personhood of certainly the Black and Hispanic boys and girls but all preborn babies.

It represents the same root problem that permitted the enslavement of Blacks in the U.S.—refusing to acknowledge the personhood and therefore the ‘inalienable’ rights of the Black man. That is exactly what the Supreme Court did in their erroneous abortion ruling, Roe vs Wade. And it is

decimating our people. In 1787 we asked, ‘AM I NOT A MAN AND A BROTHER?’ and we overcame. The time has come for all believers in Buffalo to raise our voice for the future of all people and ask, “Am I Not a Child?”

The following is an excerpt of the personhood statement that the Buffalo church leaders will be asked to consider signing: “A person is an organism with unique human DNA governing his or her own maturation from conception to natural death… redefining personhood is arbitrary at best and mercenary at worst. The Black community understands well what happens when a small group of people decides to force their narrow definition of personhood upon society: slavery and death. Abortion represents one small group of people deciding that boys and girls in the womb are not people.”

Father Art Ward summarizes: “This is not a political issue.

This is a human one. If we fail to protect the personhood of all humans at every stage of maturity then we are all slaves to the whims of another man’s agenda. May God help us overcome this inhumanity.”

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

Pilgrim Baptist 85th Church Anniversary Celebration Continues Rev. Frank Bostic and the Pilgrim Baptist Church family, located at 665 Michigan Avenue is celebrating their 85th anniversary now thru September 29. This Sunday, September 22nd at 4 p.m. Rev Dr Decarto Draper of Tucker Missionary Baptist Church in Syracuse, will be the guest preacher.

On Wednesday September 25th and Thursday September 26th at 7 p.m. nightly Rev Tellis J. Chapman of Galilee Missionary Baptist Church in Detroit, Michigan will be the guest preacher. Additional events are planned thru the 29th including a celebration honoring Rev. Bostic on Sept.

27 and a Legacy Honoree Banquet on Sept. 28.

FAITH & FAMILY

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With The Name of God the Gracious The Merciful

The Straight Path A Message of Divine Guidance

Jannie M. Roberts

In Remembrance:

A Celebration of Life Jannie M. Roberts made her exit to eternal glory on Monday, September 2, 2019 following the onset of a sudden health challenge. Jannie’s footprint of good works extends from family to church to community. Known to many as “Momma Jan” her presence was one of grace and character. She left an imprint upon the hearts of those she assisted. Jan provided encouragement and support for anyone that faced life obstacles; a source of inspiration to the lives she touched with her love and selfless acts of kindness. Three words come to mind as we remember Jannie’s life: aspire, inspire, and expire. Jannie always aspired to affect others positively.

She inspired those who knew her to persevere and rise above all in victory. Lastly, the memory of her love and life will never expire in the hearts of all who knew and

loved her.

Shalom It is important to know how we function. We are solely dependent on the most High. We do not ask for help from anyone else except Him (Isaiah 31:1-3). Why should we trust in man like ourselves who has not even seen the top of his head, whose system is dependent on one who does not know when he may die, argue against each other, who if you do not put him in power cannot do anything for you? Our King and Creator sustainer and provider is already here (Deuteronomy 32:39-40) and (Surahs 57:1-3, 23:12-15, and Surah 10:4). He has made promises which He has kept (Deuteronomy 28) in its entirety and we believe that he will keep the others (Surah 10:55-56).

Moses, who was sent to us told us this: (Surah 10:84-86) Where else can we go and not be destroyed as has already happened?

We are sure that if we live in accordance to His laws and ordinances, we will be successful. He is the one that did this. (Surah 10:90,99-103) It is a well known fact that it is disobedience to the laws of the Creator that brings about illness. Therefore, cure is not medicinal but repentance and continuous obedience. The laws have already been set, if you put your hands in fire you will get burned. (Deuteronomy 11:26-28). Prevention is always better than cure. His laws and conditions are totally different to the ones of man. For a surety, we must have patience. That's hard in this society with fast food, quick cash, and everything in a hurry until it catches up with us - then it is too late. If I had only been patient... (Surahs 2:45,16:126-127,3:186) (Isaiah 30:18,Psalms 37:7) What is a better way of life other than the Straight Path where there is assurance? (Surah 6:71-72). We follow all of the scriptures sent from our Creator. (Surah 5:44,48,68). The Quran is the book which was promised in the book of Malachi (3:1617) and confirmed in Surah 28:52-55, the reason why we are on the Path. There are a lot of abrogated laws in the Quran to help the Children of Israel (Surah 98:1-8).

We live in a world today where safety is of utmost importance, and one who is on the Path has maximum security. (Surah 3:124-125). The all-knowing is the one that provides it.

(Psalms 121:1-8 and Surah 2:255). There are those who are very close to you but your worst enemy at the same time. They will smile and laugh with you but in truth, they are not sincere.

(Surah 58:10) (Surah 3:118-119). My dearly beloved brothers and sisters, (Surah 13:11) yes we need to change the way we are going in order to experience any change in our lives. The Straight Path is that change (Surah 50:16-19). Could there be any better than this? The closeness of the Most High with our thoughts focused on our lord obeying his commands. When we do what is required of us, we are safe from any harm with a peaceful mind.

(The Straight Path meets the 2nd last Tuesday of the month and will end in October; 290 Wohlers Avenue (716) 207-1981.Peace.)

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Klassy Church Fashions Business Launch Event

Klassy Church Fashions will present a business launch and media day event October 5 from 7-10p.m. at Johnnie B. Wiley banquet room, 1100 Jefferson Ave. A slide presentation and Information will take place from 7-8p.m. Top Knotch Band will have a concert performance from 8pm 9pm and dancing until 10pm There will also be refreshments and vendors. Klassychurchfashions.com

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

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Entertainment

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Pipeline by Dominique Morisseau Opens Ujima’s 41st Season!

Ujima Company, Inc. is opening its 41st Anniversary Season with the award-winning play Pipeline by Dominique Morisseau.

Nya, an inner-city public high school teacher, is committed to her students but desperate to give her only son Omari opportunities they’ll never have. When a controversial incident at his upstate private school threatens to get him expelled, Nya must confront his rage and her own choices as a parent. But will she be able to reach him before a world beyond her control pulls him away?

With profound compassion and lyricism, Pipeline brings an urgent conversation powerfully to the fore. Morisseau pens a deeply moving story of a mother’s fight to give her son a future — without turning her back on the community that made him who he is.

Dominique Morisseau won a 2018 Obie Award for Playwriting for the Lincoln Theatre Company production of PIPELINE. Recently, Morisseau was named a 2018 MacArthur Foundation “Genius” Grant recipient, one of 25 Fellows anonymously nominated for

their creative work and awarded “no strings attached fellowships” from the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation. The program recognized Morisseau’s brilliant examination of “the intersection of choice and circumstance in works that portray individuals and communities grappling with economic and social changes”—an apt description of her three-play series The Detroit Project (Paradise Blue, Detroit ’67, and Skeleton Crew).

Pipeline is written by Dominique Morisseau and produced by Ujima Company, Inc, directed by Lorna C. Hill starring Shanntina Moore, Jerai Khadim, Mary Moebius, Phil Davis, Johnny Rowe, and Samantha Cruz.

The play opens September 20th and runs through October 13th Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:00 p.m., Sundays at 4:00 p.m. at Ujima Theater 429 Plymouth Ave., in Buffalo.

Tickets are $30.00 general admission, $25.00 for seniors and $15.00 for veterans and students. https://www.ticketor.com/ ujimacompany • (716) 281-0092

African American Cultural Center Dance and Drum Department Premieres its 1st Annual OctoberFest : A Multi-day African Dance & Drum Festival The African American Cultural Center’s African Dance and Drum Department will premiere its 1st Annual African Dance & Drum Festival “OctoberFest.” This will be a multi-day dance and drum festival honoring with deep respect the originality and essence of internationally celebrated artists and their contributions to our journey in the African dance and drumming diaspora.

Lynette L. Simmons, Artistic Director of the AACC’s African Dance and Drum Department, purposed this astonishing event for October 3rd through 6 at the Delavan Grider Community Center, 877 East Delavan Ave. There will be workshops showcasing the beauty and variations of Traditional African Dancing and Drumming. Come out and experience invaluable instruction from Ms. Simmons and distinguished guest artists which include Raymond Sylla, Muhammed Diaby, Erico Ansuade, Lamine Thiam, Assane Mbaye, and Maila Sylla.

There will be a marketplace of vendors Email africancultural350@gmail.com if interested vending space. For information on registration, visit our website, email africancultural350@gmail.com or call (716) 884-2013.

$eeing $ounds and Friends hold Art Dealer Pop Up Show at The Main Street Gallery Show opens Friday September 20th from 4pm - 10pm at Main Street Gallery, 515 Main Street. On Saturday September 21 the artist will be doing live painting, talking about his work and his first class music group who will also be creating a real-time soudscape to accompany the visuals. Show ends Wednesday Sept.25 For updates follow the artist on IG @seeingsOunds

SUPPORT THE ARTS!

Making Memories by artist Phyllis Thompson at Buffalo Art Studio Opening Reception Friday September 27 5-9 p.m. with artist introduction at 6 p.m.at Tri Main Center 2495 Main Street suite 500. info go to buffaloartsstudio.org

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PROFILE:

Coltrane Artist Edreys Wajed

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on’t miss that Trane! The Burchfield Penney Art Center at SUNY Buffalo State and Pappy Martin Legacy Jazz Collective celebrate the birthday of one of the greatest saxophone players of all time September 19 – 21, 2019. This year’s headliners are Nasar Abadey, George Caldwell, Joe Ford, Curtis Lundy, Wayne Escoffery, Montez Coleman and LeNard Rutledge. Tickets are selling faster than greased lightning. To purchase, go to www.burchfieldpenney.org.

Designer of this year’s Coltrane artwork is Edreys Wajed, a Buffalo-based creative entrepreneur who has transitioned through several crafts and artistic media working as a visual artist, jewelry maker, musician, graphic designer and educator.

Wajed was born and raised in Buffalo, NY, coming from a family of multifaceted artisans. Early on as a teenager he discovered the use of his voice as a performing musician and writer, while creating custom painted hats and clothing as well. He also became a popular self-taught barber and logo designer among several other creative pursuits. Wajed was able to expand and add to his creative skill set, graduating with a Bachelor’s in Graphic Design from SUNY Buffalo State.

Many of his professional, creative endeavors have branded him as a multitalented force. From a career as a hip hop artist, to gallery and boutique owner, to most recently a video director and stage play writer, he successfully continues to challenge himself in growing as a creative entrepreneur.

Wajed has been exhibited in group shows at the Main Street Gallery, SUNY Buffalo State and the Buffalo Center for Arts and Technology. His solo exhibition, White Lines Matter, was featured at the Edreys Wajed photographed by Luke Copping Western New York Book Arts Center in 2017. His most recent solo installation, Check out my Melody, was hosted at Argus Gallery. Wajed’s work was also exhibited in Contemporary Portraiture at the Burchfield Penney.

In collaboration with the Albright Knox Art Gallery and NFTA Metro, he participated as a contributing artist on the Freedom Wall with fellow artists Julia Bottoms, Chuck Tingley and John Baker. Wajed’s personal mantra is, “Creativity is my neighbor, I live by it! I strive to be an inspiration to others through my thoughts, words and actions.”

Wajed and his wife Alexa, also a creative, operate under Wajed, LLC and share a majority of their products at www.eatoffart.com.

“Edreys now joins the ranks of artists Phillip Burke and Stacey Robinson in the Coltrane poster collection, it was an honor to work with him,” said Renata Toney, Burchfield Penney marketing strategist. “Signed limited edition posters will be available for purchase in the gift shop throughout the Coltrane festival.”

John Coltrane 3-Day Jazz Festival Showcase Schedule Under the leadership of pianist and event artistic director George Caldwell, this year’s three-day Coltrane birthday celebration will showcase local and international contemporary jazz masters Thursday, September 19 – thru Saturday, September 21.

The multi-talented line-up includes: Thursday, September 19, 2019, 7 pm Bilal Nugravee and the Nugravee Sextet: Bilal Nugravee, saxophone; Kevin Doyle, piano; Chuck Buffamonte, guitar; Tim Clarke, trumpet; Mark Harris, bass; and Reggie Evans, drums $10 (adults); $8 (seniors)/Purchase tickets online at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bilal-abdullah-quartet-tickets-66238574359 Friday, September 20, 2019, 8 pm Opening performance: Maestro Henri Star and the Muhammad School of Music Chamber Players Headliners: Nasar Abadey, Event Artistic Director / George Caldwell and Joe Ford Pianist George Caldwell $25 General Admission/Purchase tickets online at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nasar-abadey-george-caldwell-and-joe-ford-tickets-66345484129 Saturday, September 21, 2019, 1 PM The Progressions Jazz Quartet Gallery admission rates apply: $10 (adults); $8 (seniors); free admission for Burchfield Penney and Pappy Martin Legacy Jazz Collective members Saxophonist Ahmad Pleasant will lead the Progressions Jazz Quartet which consists of some of Western New York’s finest emerging jazz talent. Go to all eventbrite links above for tickets and check out burchfieldpenney.org for more details.

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Did the issue of accountability play a role in your objection to the superintendent’s pay raises for his cabinet?

Absolutely. Buffalo is a poor school district and every dollar counts and should be measured against and for the education of our children. Being a seasoned board member, I did not feel that there was a need to rush this item through for approval without it being properly vetted. I was not trying to begrudge staff a raise; certainly great work is being done in our district. However, for me, that does not automatically equal salaries increases two years in a row. Had this item been moved over to committee for further review, in time I may have voted differently. As the record reflects, I was the lone opposing vote.

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haron Belton Cottman was sworn in as president of the Buffalo School Board on July 1 after being elected by a majority vote to that coveted position.

Born and raised in Buffalo, she is a product of Buffalo Public Schools - attending Schools #47, Clinton Jr. High, Genesee Humboldt, and East High. She also attended Canisius College and earned a Bachelor of Science from Medaille College. Belton-Cottman’s career focused primarily in the financial industries. She previously worked as a licensed home mortgage consultant at Wells Fargo and in various other roles within the banking and finance industry. She is a long time member of True Bethel Baptist Church, as well as a community advocate. In fact it was her fight against the closing of School 53 which led to her first being appointed to the Board of Education (she subsequently ran for the position and was elected for 3 terms). The mother of two adult children and six grand children, she is the daughter of the late Thelma and Edward Belton.

-Rise to the TopHer rise to the top leadership position on the School Board is viewed by many as a natural ascendency given her status as the longest tenured member on the board. Belton-Cottman has served as Ferry District representative since 2011 and has worked with seven superintendents during her eight year term.

A self described “fearless advocate” for equity for all students, particularly the underrepresented groups, she is as passionate as she is knowledgeable about the issues facing the district today.

The Buffalo School Board oversees an educational system of more than 60 schools and 33,400 students. Belton-Cottman said she looks forward to working with Superintendent Cash and fellow board members to ensure continued improvement of that system during her tenure.

“My primary concern,” she emphasized, “is the education of Buffalo school children.”

We recently spoke with Ms. Belton-Cottman about her new role as President of the School Board. The interview follows.

What do you see as the primary responsibility of the Board of Education?

The Buffalo Board of Education is primarily responsible for the education of the children in the Buffalo Public School District. We are responsible for overseeing our employee, the superintendent, the adoption of policies rules and bylaws, reviewing and approving the budget annually among other obligations. New York School Board Laws empowers the Board for voting on every aspect of what is required to run a district.

How do you see your role as Board President?

As President of the Board I see my role as continuing to work with Superintendent Cash on the district’s shared vision for the future, such as the Educational Bargain. I also see my role as being supportive of the board members and working to develop policies and procedure. I will act as the primary spokesperson representing the board, conduct board meetings, while working with anyone locally and nationally concerned with helping make the educational experience and the quality of education for all children in this district world class. I hope that my new platform as Board President will help escalate our district to higher achievement and greater success.

How much money does the Board of Education Control?

The current budget for the Buffalo Board of Education is approximately one billion dollars. The primary sources are state and federal aid, grants, city property tax and county sales tax. When we compare revenue received from our local city and county governments to what the Rochester School District receives, we are under funded by $20 million dollars.

What are the top three things you would like to see under your tenure?

I would like to right size budget spending and provide equity support and resources for the students with the greatest needs. I would like to increase our parental/guardian and community involvement to 50%. The data supports, when a child’s family is involved and engaged in their educational experience/school community, behaviors, attendance and graduation rates improve and suspensions decrease. I would like the graduation rate to increase to 70% this school year and over the next three years increase to 75%.

What have been some of the Board’s major accomplishments over the past four years since Superintendent Cash was appointed in 2015?

Under Dr. Cash’s leadership the district and the Educational Bargain which consists of rigorous early elementary education, we have seen 21 strong community schools, 11 innovative high schools, extended learning excellence for all students, services for our neediest children and families and relationship with our teachers. The Board has approved smaller class sized for K-3; graduation rates are increasing while suspensions are decreasing. Relations with ommunity partners and institutions of higher learning such as our colleges and universities has seen impressive growth. Adult education has expanded. The Pathway Academy, Virtual Advance Placement and AP courses are now offered in all of our high schools. The teacher’s contract was settled after 13 years and to address the lack of diversity among teachers we are now growing our own teachers in our Urban Teacher Academy and have expanded our recruiting efforts to include HSBU colleges. All children now have computers or i-pads. A contract to provide internet access Wi-Fi to help eliminate the digital divide was signed recently. The Parent Congress recently added the MVP community-based parent groups. We have a 4 year financial plan and the budget is balanced.

We are three years into our Culturally Linguistically Responsive Training Curriculum and My Brother’s Keeper is a male academy for young man of color. These are just a few things, for more go to our website www:Buffaloschools.org.

Has the issue of the call for diversity at City Honors been resolved?

This issue is still being worked on and there is much more that must be done under the watchful eye of the superintendent. However, I am proud to report that for the first time in the history of the school, over half of the incoming 5th grade class is made up of minorities. This is the result of several initiatives, to name a few, the district put in place more access for the placement exam by providing testing opportunity during the school day and weekend, prerequisite proof of residency and providing district student preference where applicable.

What do you think about the recent pay increase that the Common Council Approved for School Board members?

Recognizing that being a board member is a position that the Common Council does not even find worthy of granting a decent pay raise after 47 years, is hard to fathom. The amount of time, work, and personal sacrifice required to serve as a school board member deserves to be compensated equitably, similarly to Rochester and other school boards. The board’s stipend was upped $10,000 after 50 years, going from $5,000 to $15,000. This is insulting at best, particularly in light of the fact that the Council gave themselves raises more than double the amount they approved for the Buffalo Board of Education.

What do you see as the biggest challenge being President of the Board?

I believe my biggest challenge is keeping the board focused on the issues which impact educaand getting the results to enhance the education for all children of this district. If we can agree to build on the issues which unite us we will be a functioning school board and this is what successful school boards and school districts do. Our current board is made up of very intelligent, accomplished and resourceful individuals. We have already had one successful retreat which focused on the issues and promises made during the election. We already have started to chart our success. “Time is of the Essence” regarding the education of our children of this district. The children’s education depends on us - the elected entrusted individuals which make up this nine member board.

In light of the dismal voter turnout for school board elections, The Change the Date Coalition is calling to change over the election to the same date as the primary election in June to increase voter participation. Do you support such a move?

Under the purpose changes it is clear to see that the political parties will be in control of your school board. Proponents for this bill claim that the teacher’s union controls the board. I am my own person and I run my campaign. Since I have never been a part of the political machine in this city I have had to fund my campaign with my own money and help from my supporters and in the past it has included unions. But I can truthfully and proudly attest that I stand in the shoes of great leaders like Betty Jean Grant and Shirley Chisolm, because I am “unbought and un-bossed.”

Finally, I am reminded of who was promoting this initiative prior to me coming on the board in 2011. It was not the Democrats but the Republican party. It is a fact that Black voters are out voted in most elections in this city. So do the math and follow the money. I say the votes do not add up; we will be out voted in a school board election that is held during a general election in this city when the proper time comes. I sincerely hope I am wrong.

Do You Plan to Hold Town Hall meetings in the Future?

Yes. I want to meet with the community at least once a quarter. I hope the people will come out and attend. I also intend on being more visual in the community at public meetings and on the radio talk shows. The district and I have tried over the years to get more community involvement at the public meetings but the overall attendance in the past was poor. I hope that my presidency has signaled to the community that we must stand up for our children. We must get informed in order to know what is happening. Our children are too important not to care.

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Buffalo State Announces New Africana Studies Program, Minority Faculty Hires Buffalo State undergraduates now have the option to concentrate their studies in African and African American literature, culture, history, and more as part of a newly approved bachelor of arts program in Africana studies.

The New York State Education Department approved Buffalo State’s new multidisciplinary B.A. degree in August. Previously offered as a minor program only, the Africana studies major now gives students the opportunity to examine the contributions of African nations and the African diaspora to the global community. The new program is composed of 14 courses in political science, philosophy, anthropology, sociology, and English, including African American Literature to 1940, the Sociology of Race and Ethnicity, Race and Progress, and Hip-Hop Culture.

“The Africana studies program reflects Buffalo State’s ongoing commitment to providing vibrant and relevant curricular offering that respond to student interests,” said Buffalo State President Katherine Conway-Turner. “We listened to our students, who have asked for additional diverse curricular choices that are engaging and prepare them for future success. And I was happy to see that many of our faculty members were eager and prepared to teach courses within the program.”

Buffalo State offered a major in African and African-American studies in the past. Administrators and faculty members started working toward revising and re-envisioning the discipline about three years ago, noted Ken Orosz, professor of history and coordinator of the Africana studies program.

“There has been academic interest from faculty who see it as a valuable area of study,” Orosz said. “We see this as a new and vibrant program for the campus.”

Three faculty members have been hired for the new program under SUNY’s Promoting Recruitment, Opportunity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Growth—or PRODI-G—initiative. SUNY Chancellor Kristina M. Johnson announced the PRODI-G program in January, explaining that its goal is to recruit and retain up

NEW HIRES: (left to right) Cameron Herman, Marcus Watson and John Torrey.

to 1,000 early to mid-career faculty members from underrepresented groups over the next decade.

The program’s reach extends from identifying talented students as undergraduates and mentoring and developing graduate students to attracting and retaining new faculty who continue to meet persistent barriers in achieving certain careers, including underrepresented minorities and women in the STEM disciplines.

“With PRODI-G, we are taking the long view,” Johnson said in her announcement. “Today’s high-schoolers will be PRODIG faculty tomorrow.”

The program is also meant to fill the gap between the student body and the faculty. Underrepresented groups currently compose about 8.5 percent of the SUNY faculty. PRODI-G aggressively aims to roughly double that number within the next decade. Buffalo State is the first SUNY campus to receive salary support for PRODI-G. Buffalo State is the first college to get and implement the SUNY funding.

New PRODI-G Faculty Members include: Cameron Herman, assistant professor of sociology; John Torrey, assistant professor of philosophy; and Buffalo native Marcus Watson, assistant professor of individualized studies and Africana studies.

"A Community That Heals Itself"

Restorative Justice & Healing at the Community Health Center of Buffalo On Wednesday, September 25, the Community Health Center of Buffalo will be presenting a demonstration of a Peace and Healing Circle, centered on ancient Afrikan Restorative Justice Philosophy. The program will be held at 34 Benwood Avenue in the Community Room from 10 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

This Peace and Healing Circle will be conducted by BaBa Eng, a Licensed Restorative Justice Trainer and Practitioner, Karl Shallowhorn, Mental Health Educator, and Beverly New Kirk, Restora­tive Justice Practitioner, from the organization "It Takes a Village."

This Circle will be the first of many peace and healing initiatives for the community to work on healing historical trauma and the current attacks of constant and persistent human and civil rights violations related to death and poverty in the community. The premise of the Circle is that: "with all the attacks being waged against Black, Brown and other people in our community, from women to youth and men to elders, we must begin the healing with each other."

BaBa EnG As people all over the world struggle against injustice in a11 its forms, we believe it is essential that we engage in the kinds of community healing that gives voice to our individ­ual concerns as well as our frustrations, so that those pent-up“ feelings do not hinder or preclude us from pursuing and achieving our fullest potential. Once we learn to separate the healing process from the struggle, we will make room for the inner space and capacity needed to go forward as people in the process of healing.

This presentation is free and open to the public. All are invited to come and learn. participate and even share their story in an atmosphere dedicated to healing and restoring.

For more information contact BaBa Eng at 716- 986-9199 ext. 6007 or beng@chcb.net. KShallowhorn@chcb.net, Kthomas@ chcb.net,

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National Day Of Rembrance As Chair of District Parent Coordinating Council Mentor Trauma Violence Committee, I would like to inform that we are on a mission to recruit dedicated parents and stakeholders to support our efforts in Buffalo Public Schools to empower young parents and students with knowledge of their Afrocentric History & Kulture. We also seek to build critical thinking and life skills foundations to end programmed self hate, destroy school-to-prison pipeline, and the myth of Black inferiority.

This year I have been elected Chair of the 2019 NATIONAL DAY OF REMEMBRANCE FOR MURDER VICTIMS program hosted by P.E.A.C.E.-Parents Encouraging Accountability and Closure for Everyone. September 25, from 6 to 8 p.m.. at MLK Park (near the statute). We would like families and friends of loved ones to bring a picture, a pair of shoes, and a candle, AS WE REMEMBER THEM and work to SILENCE THE VIOLENCE!! For more information I can be reached at (716) 207-4186 or call P.E.A.C.E. at (716) 842-8700. Hotep!

Let’s Show The Legislators We Care About What’s Happening at the Holding Center!

Dear Editor: On October 10 at 5:30 p.m. we all need to join forces and show the legislators that we do care about what is happening at the Holding Center and we want immediate changes!

This is when a special meeting will be held in the County Building in the 4th floor library.

Join us and help take a stand on the conditions that inmates are facing!

-Monica Lynch

BLACK HISTORY continued from page 3 vens for enslaved Africans who had run away, Southern politicians saw that the Constitution included a “Fugitive Slave Clause.” This stipulation (Article 4, Section 2, Clause 3) stated that, “no person held to service or labor” would be released from bondage in the event they escaped to a free state.

Fugitive Slave Act of 1793 Despite the inclusion of the Fugitive Slave Clause in the U.S. Constitution, anti-slavery sentiment remained high in the North throughout the late 1780s and early 1790s, and many petitioned Congress to abolish the practice outright.

Bowing to further pressure from Southern lawmakers — who argued debate of enslaved Africans - was driving a wedge between the newly created states—Congress passed the Fugitive Slave Act of 1793.

This edict was similar to the Fugitive Slave Clause in many ways, but included a more detailed description of how the law was to be put into practice. Most importantly, it decreed that slave owners and their “agents” had the right to search for escaped slaves within the borders of free states.

In the event they captured a suspected enslaved African, these hunters had to bring them before a judge and provide evidence proving the person was their property. If court officials were satisfied by their proof—which often took the form of a signed affidavit—the owner would be permitted to take custody of the

slave and return to their home state. The law also imposed a $500 penalty on any person who helped harbor or conceal escaped enslaved Afraicans.

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RISE UP RIGHT SPORTS HIGHLIGHTS Welcome to Rise Up Right, where we give you the best sports news and highlights, and updates taking full circle in the sports world. Thank you for your continued support....and with that being said Let's Rise Up....

UB Bulls Football News The UB Bulls were flat out torched by the Liberty Flames 35-17 as the Bulls now drop to a 1-2 record. This game was a game most thought the Bulls should have won but 67 seconds into the game the Flames were able to score with ease and the onslaught continued from there. The Bulls freshman quarterback Matt Myers was very inaccurate in this game completing only 15 of his 33 attempts for 167 yards and two scores. The Bulls defense was absolutely atrocious as the Flames senior wideout Antonio Gandy-Golden caught 8 passes for 174 yards and 2 touchdowns. The Flames QB Stephen Calvert kept the fire going all evening as he threw 4 touchdown passes and accumulated over 300 yards of passing. The Bulls will return home on Saturday September 21st at 330pm against Temple. Will the Bulls bounce back to winning ways or will the Owls serve the Bulls with their 3rd straight defeat?

Buffalo Sabres Hockey The Sabres regime under Ralph Kruger has begun as practices have been conducted and the preseason approaches we will have the liberty to see if the Sabres can get things rolling as they will play four games within a six day stretch. The first game will be against the Pittsburgh Penguins at Penn State campus on Monday.

The following game will be against the Columbus Blue Jackets on Tuesday. Then on Friday, they will face the Toronto Maple Leafs in a back to back as Saturday will be the Sabres home opener in exhibition play. What will we learn from this new Ralph Kruger regime?

Buffalo Bisons News There are rumors that were swirling that the Buffalo Bisons will have new manager come next season has been con-firmed by a few news sources. Bobby Meachem and the Bisons who are affiliated with the Toronto Blue Jays have agreed to go their separate ways as the Bisons playoff drought continues from 2005. The Bisons failed to win the North Division again this season but this season at the new Sahlen Field was better than most seasons in past.

Northland Workforce Training Center Community Ambassador Breakfast

Come learn how you can educate, enlighten & empower our community about the opportunities at Northland Workforce Training Center Let’s ensure community members have access to and benefit from the revitalization underway on the East side of Buffalo. We have the training and jobs, all we need is you! Thursday, September 26 from 8:30 – 10 a.m. Northland Workforce Training Center 683 Northland Avenue.

Please rsvp to Deirdre Prewitt at dprewitt@northlandwtc.org or call (716) 436-3229 FREE breakfast catered by Manna Culinary Group

3 To Go Music Alliance Football and Music at the Central Terminal: The Buffalo Boogie & Football Party What:3 to Go MusThe Buffalo Boogie & Football Party Where: Buffalo’s Central Terminal, 495 Paderewski Drive, Buffalo, NY When: Thursday, September 19 Cost:$15 Full Price. $10 if you wear a local Football Jersey or Sweater. Purchase tickets at the door or online at https://BuffaloBoogie.bpt.me Why: Fundraiser for the expansion of the Buffalo & Erie County Naval & Military Park

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In Other News Antonio Brown is once again in the media as a second person has come out claiming sexual assault on the NFL star receiver.

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Bryant and Stratton has started their men's and women's basketball open tryouts.

Coaches Britnee Perry, Tawan Slaughter and Damone Brown will be conducting the open tryouts from September 16th to September 24th at ECC Burt Flickinger Athletic Center. Start time for tryouts are at 4pm.

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LEGAL NOTICE RFP NOTICE OF INVITATION TO SUBMIT A PROPOSAL FOR THREE YEAR TERM AGREEMENT (2020-2022) CONSTRUCTION INSPECTION SERVICES Proposals are requested by the Erie County Department of Environment and Planning, Division of Sewerage Management (DEP/DSM) for construction inspection of various projects in Erie County Sewer District Nos. 1 through 6 and 8. The top rated respondents will be selected to enter into a three (3) year term agreement for 2020, 2021 and 2022 with the County. The Engineer will provide the on-site construction inspectors who will perform the work under the direction of the County.

In accordance with Local Law No. 6, proposals are hereby invited for the subject project. Proposals are to be submitted in the exact format of submittal available from Erie County Department of Environment and Planning, Room 1034, 95 Franklin Street, Buffalo, New York 14202, Telephone (716) 858-8383. Proposals will be due on October 10, 2019 at 4:00pm.

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LEGAL NOTICE BID COUNTY OF ERIE ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Aurora Highway Maintenance Facility Precast Panel Repair - REBID PROJECT NO. 2019-947-01 Sealed bids for General Construction work for the above project will be received by Erie County’s Commissioner of Public Works, Suite 1400, Rath County Office Building, 95 Franklin St, Buffalo, NY 14202 until 2:30 PM local time on Wednesday, October 2, 2019, at which time they will be opened and read aloud. MBE/WBE, Apprenticeship program, and Local and Disadvantaged Workforce requirements may apply to this project.

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

CACFP CAO of Western New York, Inc. is soliciting bids from food service vendors for our Head Start and Youth Division Programs. Vendor must provide meals and snacks according to the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) requirements as well as service both Erie and Niagara Counties at 10 sites. Head Start/ Early Head Start requires breakfast, lunch and snacks and Youth Division requires dinner and snacks. Days of operation: M-F for one year contract, option to renew. Must provide an example of a monthly menu. Meals must be pork and nut free and must be delivered to the sites. Delivery fees must be included in the per meal price not separated. Must also provide DOH permit copy and sample daily and weekly invoices. Sealed bids will be received at CAOWNY, 45 Jewett Avenue, Suite 150, Buffalo, NY 14214 by 2 pm on September 25, 2019. Applications for bid can be obtained from mgreer@caoheadstart.org or call 716-878-0220, ext 105 M-F 9 am – 3 pm. Bids will be opened publicly on September 19, 2019 at 2 pm. MWBE encouraged to apply.

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LEGAL NOTICE BID

LEGAL NOTICE Charter Oaks v. Shenzhe LI

“LEGAL NOTICE” 9/18/2019 TOWN OF HAMBURG DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT “ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDDERS” Sealed Bids Are Hereby Requested For Project 2019 - 02: “Sidewalk Installation Project” All in accordance with specifications on file with the Hamburg Town Clerk’s Office, Hamburg Town Hall, 6100 South Park Avenue, Hamburg, New York 14075. Said specifications may be obtained from the Hamburg Town Clerk during regular business hours, Monday through Friday; 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. One (1) “Bid Package” may be collected at no charge.

Additional “Bid Packages” can be purchased for $50.00 each. Funds paid for additional Bid Packages will NOT be returned. Checks for additional Bid Packages should be made payable to the: “Hamburg Town Clerk”.

Said bids will be publicly opened and read aloud in the Hamburg Town Hall conference room at 11:00 a.m. local time (according to the clock within Hamburg Town Clerk’s Office) on Wednesday, October 2, 2019 and thereafter considered by the Town of Hamburg. The successful bidder will be required to furnish a performance bond in the minimum amount equal to the contract award. Attention is called to the fact that Community Development Funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development are being used to construct approximately 850 linear feet of replacement concrete sidewalks within the Village of Hamburg. Due to the use of federal CDBG funds, compliance with Title VI and other applicable provisions of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; Executive Order 11246 (Buffalo Plan); Section 3 of the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968 as amended; Section 109 of Order 11625 (Utilization of Minority Business Enterprises); Davis-Bacon and Related Acts is required. “The Town reserves the right to reject all bids and to waive any informalities.”

Sealed Bids Must Be Marked: “2019 SIDEWALK INSTALLATION PROJECT” Dated: September 18, 2019 Catherine Rybczynski; Town Clerk Town of Hamburg

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK. COUNTY OF ERIE SUMMONS AND NOTICE Index No. 819007/2018 CHARTER OAKS CONDOMINIUM BOARD OF MANAGERS, Plaintiff, v.

SHENZHE LI, if living, or if he be dead, his wior claiming under, by or through said SHENZHE LI, by purchase, inheritance, lien or otherwise of any right, title or interest in and to the premises described in the complaint herein, and all creditors thereof, and the respective wives, or widows of his, if any, all of whose names and addresses are unknown to PlaintiffAND “JOHN DOE #1” THROUGH “JOHN DOE #100,” Defendants.

TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the complaint in the aboveentitled foreclosure action, and to serve a copy of your answer on Plaintiff’s attorney within thirty (30) days after the service of this summons, exclusive of the day of service or within thirty (30) days after completion of service where service is made in any other manner than by personal service 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 hereof. In case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the complaint.

Erie County is designated as the place of trial. The basis of venue is the location of the subject premises.

Dated: August 9, 2019 TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS: The foregoing summons is served upon you by publication, pursuant to an Order of Honorable Joseph R. Glownia, a Justice of the Supreme Court, dated September 9, 2019, and filed with supporting papers in the Erie County Clerk’s Office.

This is an action to foreclose a lien for unpaid condominium common charges covering the property known as 5 Greenwich Drive, Unit 2, Town of Amherst, New York and identified as tax account no.: 40.76-1-11.000/2 (the “Premises”). The relief sought is the sale of the Premises at public auction in satisfaction of the unpaid condominium common charges. In case of your failure to appear, judgment may be taken against you in the sum of $6,243.25, together with interest, costs, disbursements and attorneys’ fees of this action, and directing the public sale of the Premises.

PHILLIPS LYTLE LLP Richard J. Evans, Jr. Attorneys for Plaintiff

LEGAL NOTICE Bank of America v. Evoy NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT: ERIE COUNTY. BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., Pltf. vs.

KELLY L. EVOY A/K/A KELLY EVOY, et al, Defts. Index #804435/2018.

Pursuant to order confirming referee report and for a judgment of foreclosure and sale dated June 5, 2019, I will sell at public auction at 92 Franklin St., 1st Floor Alcove, Buffalo, NY on Oct. 9, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. prem. k/a 114 Spann St., Buffalo, NY 14206 a/k/a Section 123.41, Block 1, Lot 8 a/k/a situate in the City of Buffalo, County of Erie and State of NY, being part of Lot 8, Township 10, and Range 7 of the Buffalo Creek Reservation, so called, and being further distinguished as Subdivision Lot No. 11 in Block “E” on Subdivision Map filed in the Erie County Clerk’s Office under Cover No. 855 of the 19th Day of May, 1911. Approx. amt. of judgment is $48,940.59 plus costs and interest. Sold subject to terms and conditions of filed judgment and terms of sale. CECILE M. MEYER, Referee.

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SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS Index No.: 807910/2019 Mortgaged Premises: 160 Sunrise Boulevard, Williamsville, New York 14221 SBL: 68.06-9-15

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STATE OF NEW YORK SUPREME COURT :COUNTY OF ERIE

KEYBANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, 127 Public Square, Cleveland, Ohio 44114, Plaintiff, vs. JOSEPHINE M. FRITTON, Individually, and as Trustee of the Paul F. Fritton and Josephine M. Fritton Living Trust dated April 18, 2002, Defendants.

TO DEFENDANTS: 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 after the service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service, or within thirty (30) days after completion of service where service is made in any other manner 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 hereof. In case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in this Complaint.

Erie County is designated as the place of trial. The basis of venue is the location of the mortgaged premises.

Dated: September 11, 2019 Rochester, New York RUPP BAASE PFALZGRAF CUNNINGHAM LLC Attorneys for Plaintiff By: Miranda L. Sharlette, Esq., 300 Powers Building, 16 W. Main St., Rochester, NY 14614, (585) 381-3400 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. YOU ARE NOT REQUIRED TO LEAVE YOUR HOME AT THIS TIME. YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO STAY IN YOUR HOME DURING THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. YOU ARE NOT REQUIRED TO LEAVE YOUR HOME UNLESS AND UNTIL YOUR PROPERTY IS SOLD AT AUCTION PURSUANT TO A JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE AND SALE. REGARDLESS OF WHETHER YOU CHOOSE TO REMAIN IN YOUR HOME, YOU ARE REQUIRED TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR PROPERTY AND PAY PROPERTY TAXES IN ACCORDANCE WITH STATE AND LOCAL LAW. The foregoing summons is served upon you by publication pursuant to an Order of the Hon. Joseph R. Glownia, Justice of the Supreme Court of the State of New York, signed the 6th day of September, 2019. The object of the action is to foreclose a mortgage held by Plaintiff recorded in Erie County. The premises is described as follows: All that tract or parcel of land, situate in the Town of Amherst, County of Erie and State of New York, being part of Lot No. 66, Township 12, Range 7 of Holland Land Company’s Survey and according to map filed in Erie County Clerk’s Office under Cover No. 1982 is known as Subdivision Lot No. 1, situate on the west side of Sunrise Boulevard.

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LEGAL NOTICE CITATION Roberts/Mohammad Second Supplemental Citation for Judicial Settlement of Estate Estate of JOHN ROBERTS III File Number: 2015-3436/C Surrogate's Court, County of Erie, State of New York HON. ACEA M. MOSEY, Surrogate CITATION THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK By the Grace of God Free and Independent To: JOHNELL ROBERTS NKIA JOHNELL MOHAMMAD, ifhe be living, and ifhe be dead, to his heirs at law, next of kin, distributees, if any such there be all of whom and all of whose names, ages, places of residence and post office addresses are unknown to the Petitioner(s) and cannot after due diligence used be ascertained and HON. LETITIA JAMES - Attorney General of the State of New York.

Upon a petition and account having been duly filed by AQUERIA ROBERTS who is domiciled in the City of Buffalo, State of New York, YOU ARE HEREBY CITED to show cause before the ERIE COUNTY SURROGATE'S COURT at Erie County Hall, 92 Franklin Street, 2nd Floor, Buffalo, New York on October 1, 2019 at 9:30 am, why a Decree should not be made in the Estate of JOHN ROBERTS III, late of the County of Erie and State ofNew York,judicially settling and allowing said account of the Fiduciary(ies), and directing such other and further relief as the Court deems just and equitable.

Claims rejected or disputed pursuant to New York SCPA Section 1806 shall be dismissed upon the failure of the claimant to appear personally or by representation.

HON. ACEA M. MOSEY, Surrogate s/ Kathleen A. Downing Chief Clerk of Surrogate's Court Dated, Attested and Sealed: August 16, 2019 (L.S.) For more information, please contact the Attorney for Petitioner(s) below: Etido Udousoro, Esq. Law Office of Etido Udousoro 1133 Kensington Avenue Buffalo, New York 14215 Ph: (716) 261-7301 A COPY OF THE SUMMARY OF ACCOUNT MUST BE SERVED WITH THIS CITATION UNLESS OTHERWISE DIRECTED BY THE COURT. You have the right to receive a copy of the full account from the attorney for the estate.

NOTE: This citation is served upon you as required by law. You are not required to appear. If you fail to appear it will be assumed you do not object to the relief requested. You have a right to have an attorney appear for you.

THIS IS AN OFFICIAL CITATION OF ERIE COUNTY SURROGATE'S COURT• BUFFALO, NEW YORK

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“Dance is for everybody…”

-Alvin Ailey

On Going Community Dance Classes MONDAYS Hustle for Health Urban Line Dancing Gloria Parks: 3242 Main St. 12 noon – 1p.m.; FREE ages 55+ 832 -1010.

Urban Line Dancing w/Cherie: 7-8:30p.m. Pratt Center.

DJ Dave Urban Line Dancing, Martha Mitchell Center, 175 Oakmont, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

TUESDAYS B.O.S.S. Detroit Stepping Pratt Community Center.

WEDNESDAYS: Hustle for Health Urban Line Dancing Gloria Parks: 3242 Main St. 11 a.m. - 12 noon. FREE for ages 55+ 832 -1010.

Wednesday September 18 Sankofa Circle Documentary Series: Wattstax , Merriweather Library 6:00-8:00 p.m. Free Admission. 716883-4418. Filmed in 1974, also referred to as the Black Man’s Woodstock, following the LA riots.

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The Durham Central City Baby Café Info and support for pregnant and breastfeeding moms 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

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Public Meeting Notice: Board of the Westminster Community Charter School 3 p.m M&T Bank, One M&T Plaza - 14th Floor.

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Urban Line Dance Classes: St. Phillips, 15 Fernhill ; 6-8 p.m.; Cheri & Darel 2009702.

CAOWNY Rafi Green Day Award Ceremony: 11 a.m., 1423 Fillmore Ave. Bill Peoples, Karima Amin honored.

DJ Dave Urban Line Dancing, Baptist Manor, 276 Linwood. 5:30-7:30 p.m.

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

Line Dance Class w/ Joan Harris, Metropolitan Church, 657 Best St, noon 2 p.m.; $3.

Urban Line Dancing /Cherie: 6-:7:30 p.m. St. Philips Fernhill @ Grider THURSDAYS Line Dance Classes with Willa Jackson, 10:30 -11:30 a.m. Schiller Park Senior Center, 2057 Genesee st.

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Gentle Chair Yoga $7; also Yoga & Meditation, 6:30 p.m. $10. 517 Genesee St. The Durham Central City Baby Café 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

200 Eagle St. (716)427-0566.

Jefferson Ave. Block Club Meeting: 6 p.m. God City Apts. 175 Pershing.563-3136.

Saturday September 21 Fruit Belt Preserves: Celebrate and learn results of the historic Cultural Resource Survey of the Fruit Belt, conducted by Buffalo’s Preservation Studios. 12 noon. to 2:30 p.m.. Gaylord Cary Room, Roswell Park, Elm & Carlton

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TAKING CARE OF BUSINESS: These enterprising young men, pictured (L-R) Kerone Pilgram of Black Star Teez; Marshwun L. Quinniey of MLQ Developments; and Kwame Heru of Konscious Cotton, were all on hand, sporting their creations (including the pretty little future entrepreneur bottom right), to hear Dr. Renoko Rashidi recently at the Merriweather Library. Challenger Photo Thursday September 26 Monday September 23 Grief Support Group: Delaine Hustle for Health Urban Line Waring AME Church, 680 Dancing with Phyllis Caver Swan Street, Thursdays, 6:30at Gloria Parks: 3242 Main 8 p.m. 716-842-6747.

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FREE for ages 55+ Call 716 Northland Workforce Train832 1010. ing Center Community Ambassador Breakfast: 8:30 – 10 Tuesday September 24 a.m. 683 Northland. at dprewitt@northlandwtc.org or Restorative Justice & Heal- call (716) 436-3229. FREE ing at the Community Health breakfast catered by Manna Center of Buffalo: 34 Ben- Culinary Group. wood Avenue 10 a.m. 1 p.m.; conducted by BaBa Eng, Karl Shallowhorn and Beverly NewKirk. (716)986-9199 ext. 6007 or beng@chc.net or KShallowhorn@chc.net Wednesday September 25 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.

Dorie Miller Rifle and Pistol Club Meeting: 6 p.m. Merriweather Library, 1324 Jefferson Ave. Guest, Tae Kwon Do expert.

Hustle for Health Urban Line Dancing with Phyllis Caver at Gloria Parks: 3242 Main St, Buffalo. 11a.m- 12p.m. FREE for ages 55+ Call 716 832 1010.

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How can the Alzheimer’s Association Western New York Chapter best help individuals in your community? We want to hear from you!

Caregivers, community members, and professionals are welcome.

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Call (716) 626-0600 extension 313 to pre-register and be eligible for a special gift raffle.

This Program is supported in part by a grant from the Ralph C. Wilson, Jr Foundation .

DELEVAN VILLAGE APARTMENTS TOPS NEVER STOPS! Pictured above are scenes from the Jefferson Avenue location Tops Market Open House held August 22. Hats off to Manager David Christopher and his team which includes Esther Smothers, for making the inner city destination the go to place to shop for quality food at great prices. The produce is fresh, the shelves are well stocked, the store is clean, and customer service has improved tremendously! Christopher’s formula for turning the store around, is simple: “I listen to my customers” he told the Challenger.

The open house was a huge success and featured activities, food sampling and live music by the very excellent Lyfe Band (Delvin Payton, Jerry Livingston and Rufus “Breezy” Cole). At one point the trio was joined by local jazz vocalist “Mahogany “ who “brought the house down! Council Member Ulysees O. Wingo stopped by to show his support as well. Thanks Tops!

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