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NO LIQUOR STORE AT GIGI’S SITE! Community Voice was heard.

Bigger and better things Planned for the future? Page 2

LOCAL

Community Pride!

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ENOUGH IS ENOUGH! • State Senatorial Candidate Calls on Cuomo to Remove Sheriff Howard!

• Legislator Baskin Holds Special Meeting In Wake of Commission Report on Death of India Cummings Page 3

VOICES

What’s Going On At McCarley Gardens?

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ROCHESTER

Fighting Gun Violence in Rochester Page 4

ARE YOU REGISTERED TO VOTE? The last day to register in order to vote in the Thursday, September 13, 2018 Primary is Sunday, August 19th!

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Jericho Road Health Center Opens New Broadway Facility

NO LIQUOR STORE AT GIGI’S SITE!

Goal is to Provide access to quality health care to all On Monday, July 9, Jericho Road Community Health Center opened its new location in the Broadway-Fillmore neighborhood. Located directly next to the Broadway Market at 1021 Broadway, the health center is now providing

the same primary care and additional medical services that over 17,000 patients in the city already utilize. The new site is projected to serve nearly 5,000 patients by 2021.

With the addition of the Broadway location, Jericho

Road now operates three health centers in the City of Buffalo.

The other centers are located on Barton Street on the West Side and Genesee Street on the East Side.

As Jericho Road ramps up medical operations at 1021 Broadway, the organization and

its partner agency 716 Ministries continue to work behind the scenes to renovate the rest of the 110,618 square foot building. In the works are a fitness center, an on-site pharmacy, and a community meeting space.

“Even before acquiring this building in 2016, we were working diligently to connect with our neighbors and community leaders in BroadwayFillmore to hear more about the needs of the community,” says Dr. Jewell Henley, Jericho Road’s Broadway site medical director. “The first identified need was better access to quality medical care and this week we have demonstrated our commitment to addressing this need with the opening of the medical suite at 1021 Broadway. We are all looking forward to bringing the other aspects of this project, such as the fitness center and community space, to life in the next year.”

Jerico's approach to health care, noted Dr. Henley, is to find ways to make sure all their patients have access to quality health care reagardless of insurance; thus empowering them to take better are of themselves and their communities.

New patients are currently being accepted at 1021 Broadway. Jericho Road accepts all insurances and also accepts uninsured patients. Interested individuals can call 716-5293020 to schedule a new patient appointment. Visit www.jrchc. org to learn more

Community’s Voice was heard.

“Bigger and better” things said to be planned for the future.

At press time we learned from an exclusive source that the owner of the former GiGi’s Restaurant building had withdrawn his application with the State Liquor Authority. The move, said the source, means that essentially there will not be a liquor store opening in that location.

That will be good news to the hundreds of residents who signed petitions, attended community meetings and who have been protesting the planned liquor store since the rumor was confirmed in May. “Bigger and better plans” for the site are said to be in the works by the owner for the Ferry Jefferson landmark. More details next week.

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AREA BRIEFS Kirkland Will Be Featured Guest on Special Program on Power 96.5FM July 25 A special program, spurred by a three week series of articles in The Challenger written by Ted Kirkland about the situation regarding the shooting of the 12-year boy on Adam St., will feature Mr. Kirkland as the guest. He will take calls, questions and comments from the community.

The program:, "Conversations with Jim Anderson," in collaboration with 'We are Ted Kirkland Women Warriors" (Betty Jean Grant), will air Wednesday, July 25 from 7 to 8p.m. on Power 96.5FM (WUFO). Tune in for the "Conversation" and be sure to keep up with us on www.thechallengernews.com

Special Screening of Dr. Claud Anderson's Inappropriate Behavior: A Roadblock to Empowerment A special KMTFLIX DVD screening of Dr. Claud Anderson’s “Inappropriate Behavior: A. Roadblock to Empowerment,” will be followed by a panel discussion on Friday, July 27, from 6-10 p.m. at the CAO, 1423 Fillmore Avenue. Panelists include representatives from the UMOJA Organization, the U.N.I.A., The MLK Business District Association and the African Heritage Food Co-op.

The free screening and discussion is being sponsored by the CAO Masten Resource Center and the Masten Coalition of Block Clubs in preparation for Dr. Anderson’s live appearance in Buffalo August 25 where he will keynote the annual Block Club Conference at East High School.

The goal of the conference, according to Bro. Dahveed Muhammed, coordinator of the CAO Block Club Coalition, is to equip block clubs and neighborhood organizations with the tools they need to be able to benefit from the gentrification that’s going on, rather than be pushed aside. There is a registration fee of $10 to attend the conference. To register and for more information call the CAO at 332-3773. (Dr. Anderson is pictured above.)

Attorney Shaqurah Zachery

State Senatorial Candidate Calls on Cuomo to Remove Sheriff Howard!

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Attorney Shaqurah Zachery, a candidate for the New York State 63rd Senatorial District, has called on Governor Andrew Cuomo to remove Sheriff Tim Howard from office immediately.

“We have all heard the heart-breaking reports of citizens dying while in the custody of the Erie County Holding Center, under the watch of Sheriff Tim Howard,” she wrote in an open letter.

“To date, there have been 24 deaths at the Erie County Holding Center,” she continued. “Under the laws of our nation and state, individuals being held at the Holding Center are presumed to be innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

We also need to recognize that regardless of a person’s guilt or innocence there are protections that our Constitution provides our citizens. In many instances inmates that are being held in the Holding Center are there because they cannot afford bail, often on small misdemeanor charges.

“I believe it is time to take action. Therefore, I am calling on Governor Andrew Cuomo to exercise his gubernatorial authority and take action to remove Sheriff Tim Howard from office immediately before any more deaths take place.”

In February of this year the State Commission of Correction deemed the Erie County Holding Center and Correctional Facility among the state’s five worst lockups.

Last week the Commission of Corrections Medical Review Board, in a final report of the death of India Cummings, said her death should be called a homicide because of medical neglect. The Commission blamed “grossly incompetent” care she received during a physical, mental decline as she laid on the floor of her cell in a puddle of her urine. The agency said Cummings could have survived with “adequate and appropriate medical and mental health care.”

Cummings, age 27, died in February 2016 after 17 days in the Erie County Holding Center.

She was the 2st inmate to die in Erie County lockup since Howard became sheriff in 2005. The list to date has risen to 24.

“My opponent, in the upcoming Democratic Primary, Senator Tim Kennedy has the endorsement of the party bosses” said Zachery. “ However, he has remained absolutely silent while these abuses and deaths at the Holding Center have taken place.”

(Pictured above Indi Cummings (left) and Sheriff Howard)

Legislator Baskin Holds Special Informational Meeting In Wake of Commission Report on Death of India Cummings

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rie County Majority Leader April N. M. Baskin will hold a special informational meeting of the Legislature’s Public Safety Commission today (Wednesday July 25) at 10 a.m. to discuss the recently released report by the State Commission of Correction’s Medical Review board on the death of India Cummings which concluded her death in the Holding Center should be designated a homicide.

Legislator Baskin, in a letter to members of the Legislature, said she was “grievously concerned” by the report’s findings, and noted that the Commission recommended that the County begin a “comprehensive review and service plan” To discuss the report which she called “unacceptable.”

The Sheriff’s office, Department of Mental Health, and the Commission of Correction was invited to attend the meeting and answer questions.

However, according to Legislator Baskin, the Sheriff’s office responded that Howard’s team was willing to meet with her privately, but would not discuss the state report at the public meeting.

In a related development the pathologist who performed the autopsy on miss Cummings, said he would not rule her death a homicide despite the state agency’s findings. The Monroe county pathologist, Dr. Scott F. LaPoint, he would not make any changes unless the medic Review Board shows him ‘substantial information,” that was otherwise unbeknownst to him.

Protestors demonstrated in front of the Erie County Holding Center on Delaware last Thursday after the state agency released its findings.

BLACK FACTS

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Dutch ship carrying 20 Africans arrived in Jamestown, Virginia, on Aug. 20, 1619, a voyage that would mark the beginning of slavery in the American colonies. The number of enslaved Africans continued to grow between the 17th and 18th centuries, as slave labor was used to help fuel the growing tobacco and cotton industries in the southern states. At the end of the Civil War in 1865, some 4 million enslaved Africans were set free. However, racial inequalities and violence toward those who were newly freed would persist in the country throughout the 1860s and 1870s. Some 100 years later, African-American leaders of the Civil Rights Movement used mass protests to persuade lawmakers to enact landmark pieces of legislation, including the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which would protect equal rights for racial minorities.

Additional Black Facts…

1641: Massachusetts was the first colony to legalize slavery by statute.

1663 September 13: The first documented attempt at a rebellion by enslaved Africans took place in Gloucester County, Virginia.

1664: Maryland was the first state to try to discourage by law the marriage of White women to Black men.

1688 February 18: The Quakers of Germantown, Pennsylvania, passed the first formal antislavery resolution.

1712 April 7 : An insurrection by enslaved Africans occurred in New York City, resulting in the execution of 21 Blacks 1739 September 9: The Cato revolt was the first serious disturbance among senslaved Africans. After killing more than

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INSIDE ROCHESTER

Mayor Lovely A. Warren and Councilmember Willie Lightfoot Announce #ThinkAbout It Campaign to Eradicate Gun Violence

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ayor Lovely A. Warren and Willie J. Lightfoot, Rochester Councilmember and Chair of the Public Safety Youth and Recreation Committee, last week announced the new #ThinkAboutIt campaign to educate the community about the devastating and long-lasting impacts of gun violence in the city.

“Gun violence has traumatized our community and destroyed lives and families for far too long,” Mayor Warren said. “We know that, as City leaders, we cannot legislate morality, but we can bring the community together. We can unite our voices to say enough is enough.

“I want to thank Mayor Warren for this opportunity to address the issue of gun violence in our community,” said Councilmember Lightfoot. “As a member of the City Council, I want to draw more awareness to an issue that is causing so much pain and suffering for my fellow citizens – realizing that we are not going to fix this problem with more legislation. We need to foster a dialogue on gun violence, and begin thinking about the very real consequences of the split-second decision to shoot another human being, harming another human life… and that’s what we hope to accomplish with this campaign.”

The #ThinkAboutIt campaign will be spearheaded by the ROC Against Violence Coalition, a group of community partners and stakeholders dedicated to the cause. Lightfoot formed the coalition last month.The campaign encourages the Rochester community to take a second and think about the inhumane, irreversible, and painful reality of gun violence. Focused on both the causes and impacts of gun violence, this campaign strives to institute ways to combat this issue head on.

Anyone looking to find other alternatives to gun violence wanting to be a part of this campaign, and/or coalition, can call Councilmember Lightfoot’s office - (585) 428-6554, the Rochester City Council Office - (585) 428-7538 or email Councilman Lightfoot’s Legislative Aide Andre Gulley at andre.gulley@cityofrochester.gov.

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AROUND TOWN *The 11th Annual Afrikan American Festival -Sat.August 4, 11:00am-Highland Bowl Park. Entertainment variety of R&B, Gospel, Jazz, Poetry, etc. There will be Vendors, Health Tent, Literacy Tent, Children Activities, History Displays and much more!

Presented by the A.B.O.V.E. Organization. For tickets and info go to http://www.aboveny.org or email: info@aboveny.org or call 585-935-1068, or 585-313-3685. VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED.

*The Black Cinema Series, presented by the Rochester Association of Black Journalists and the Little Theatre, con-

tinues this month with a special screening of "Grace Jones: Bloodlight and Bami," an electrifying journey through the public and private worlds of the pop culture mega-icon. The screening will be 6:30 p.m.

Friday, July 27 at the Little Theatre, 240 East Ave. in Rochester's East End District. For details, go to https://thelittle.org/series/ black-cinema-series

Community Garage Sale Find bargains or hunt for unique treasures at the Community Garage Sale at the City of Rochester Public Market on Sundays Now Through Oct.,14th from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., Garage Sale dates are the following Sundays: July 29; Aug. 5, 12, 19, 26; Sept. 9, 23, 30; Oct. 7 and 14.

For vendor info and applications go to www.cityofrochester.gov/garagesales, or call 428-6907 from 7 a.m. to noon, Tuesday through Friday.

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HEALTH MATTERS

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9 Health Benefits of Watermelon

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Saturday, August 4 12pm to 4pm Baden Park

(Upper Falls Blvd. & Hudson Ave.)

Family fun • • • • • • •

Free food Pony rides 70-ft obstacle course Petting zoo Face painting ID badges for kids (with the RPD) Raffles for great prizes (bicycles & a flat screen TV) • Dance troupes • Choirs

Health screenings • • • •

Blood pressure HIV & Hep C Dental checks Mammograms

City of Rochester, NY

Lovely A. Warren, Mayor

atermelon health benefits includes managing diabetes, fighting free radicals, support healthy heart, source of energy and water, reduces severity of asthma attacks and support weight loss. Other benefits are protecting nerve function, eradicating inflammation, help balance pH level, prevent exhaustion and heat stroke, reduces risk of developing periodontal disease, support kidney health and support digestion.

Here are several science backed benefits that tell the story of just how wonderful watermelon really is.

1. Antioxidants: Vitamin C and Lycopene:Watermelon is a great source of the free radical fighting warriors, specifically in the form of vitamin C and lycopene. watermelon which has nearly 40% of the recommended daily intake of vitamin C in just one thick, juicy wedge.

2. Protection Against Diabetes: When you consume watermelon, your kidneys convert one amino acid, L-citrulline, into another amino acid, L-arginine. The one-two punch of these two amino acids have many health benefits, not the least of which is protection against the development of diabetes.

3.. Helps You Lose Weight Faster: Watermelon is mostly water, combined with an honorable fiber content. The combination fills you up and leaves you satisfied longer than any sugary, fat laden dessert.

4. The Potassium in Watermelon Protects Nerve Function:Watermelon is rich in potassium, which helps to regulate nerve function. one cup of watermelon which has approximately 170 mg of potassium.

5. Eradicate Inflammation: Chronic, systemic inflammation is known to be a precursor to many of the serious diseases that we suffer from today including diabetes, heart disease, fibromyalgia and even cancer. Watermelon contains the amino acids L-arginine and L-citrulline, two known powerful anti-inflammatory agents.

6.. Digestive Aid 7. Watermelon Aids The Kidney 8.. Regulates Blood Pressure:The amount of potassium and magnesium present in watermelons is very beneficial in terms of lowering blood pressure.

9.Controls Blood Sugar: Research has linked the consumption of watermelon seeds to better control of blood sugar and lowered insulin sensitivity in the body.

DRIVING Breast Health

The Mobile Mammography Center– coming soon to a location near you Too busy to get a mammogram? We’ll bring it to you.

The Mobile Mammography Center will be at locations near where you live and work. In just 15 minutes, you’ll get the same private breast screening that you would at an imaging center. It’s quick, easy, and provided at no cost to you. So now, you have no reason to put it off, and every reason to get peace of mind.

To sign up for a no cost to you breast screening, visit rochesterregional.org/PINK or call 585.922.PINK

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FAITH & FAMILY

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Save the Dates! Vacation Bible School at Services Set for First Lady Bertha Mae Benson Mrs. Bertha Mae Benson was the widow of the late Rev. AnMt. Olive Baptist Church thony Benson who is the founder of Mount Moriah Missionary Starting on Monday, August 13-17 Vacation Bible School will be held at Mt. Olive Baptist Church, located at 701 East Delavan Avenue, where the Rev. Dr. William Gillison is Pastor.

Breakfast and lunch will be served each day. The Program will begin at 8:00 am and end at 1:00 pm. Children as young as 2 years old and up to teenagers may attend. Registration is available at the church office Monday through Friday, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm. (895-7494) NOTE: Monday and Tuesday, August 13th &14th Pastor Gillison will be teaching at 6:30 pm. Come out and be blessed.

Zion Missionary Baptist Church News Zion Missionary Baptist Church announces: **Prayer Line every Monday at 8am **Watch us on Spectrum Channel 20 every Saturday at 3pm & Sunday at 9:30pm **Women's Ministry Line Dance Fellowship -FREE **Social Media Paint Night $35 Zion Missionary Baptist Church is located at 179 E. Ferry St., For more information contact the church office at 886-1362.Rev C.M. Jenkins II is Host Pastor.

Baptist Church currently located at 400 Northampton Street in Buffalo, NY. First Lady Benson served there well after her husband had to step down due to his Alzheimer’s disease. She remained at the church as an active member until she could no longer, due to her age and health. All those who knew Mrs. Bertha Mae Benson knew her as a mother, a friend, an example of how to live a righteous life, a voice of reason, a smile that could fix any doubt that good exists in the world, and a worker!

Her services are being handled by Brian K. Lewis Funeral Home and will be held Saturday, July 28 at St. John Baptist Church located at 184 Goodell Street. The Wake is at 10:00a.m. and Funeral at 11:00a.m. The processional to Ridge Lawn Cemetery will immediately follow services. Cards, gifts, and condolenc-es can be directed to Fragrance Harris Stanfield c/o Brian K. Lewis Funeral Home or call 716-253-1404.

Laughter Brings Healing Comedy Showcase D.I.V.A.S. for Christ Inc., presents Laughter Brings Healing Comedy Showcase for the whole family. 7p.m. at Zion Missionary Baptist Church 179 East Ferry August 3. Free will offering to benefit hospice and veteran residence.

30th Annual Taking it to the Streets Event It's truly a milestone. The 30th Taking it to the Streets event is taking place August 18 and 19th 2018 in the ENTIRE Martin Luther King Jr. park VENDOR and AD BOOK APPS are available.

To use shelters during the event please call us!

National and Local National artists are confirming.

Kids zone, back to school items and Health and awareness tents will be on site with great giveaways!

Prayer tents will also be open! A Volunteers greatly appreciated! Donations accepted (501c3 status) Sponsors to be announced! Please no bounce houses in the park during this event. To participate please call Anita Williams (Founder, President) 716-8914760/507-1931 or Angelita Allen at 716-400-6749.

WORSHIP THIS WEEK WORSHIP THIS WEEK

FAITH & FAMILY

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NEW BUSINESSES LLC

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GARDEN WALK COMMUNITY PRIDE!

-LEGAL NOTICELittle Butterfly Learners will be opening by July 1st,2018.Located in Erie County at 171 E. Morris Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14214. The NY Secretary of State has been designated as the agent upon whom process may be served. NYSS may mail a copy of any process to the LLC at 171 E. Morris Avenue, Buffalo, NY. Purpose of the LLC is provide quality child care to children ages 6weeks to 12 years of age.

July 11,18,,25, August 1,8,15 -LEGAL NOTICELESLIE'S BOUTIQUE, LLC Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on MAY 09, 2018. Office in Erie County.

SSNY is the designated agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to 1474 Fillmore Avenue Buffalo, NY 14211. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.

July18,,25, August 1,8,15,22 NOTICE of FORMATION of a DOMESTIC LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY CanaBelle Books, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the NY Dept of State on April 9, 2018. Office in Erie County. The llc designates the following as its registered agent upon whom process against it may be served within the State of New York is: United States Corporation Agents, Inc. 7014 13th Ave, Suite 202 Brooklyn, NY 11228. The Secretary of State, SOS, is designated as agent of the llc upon whom process against it may be served. The address within or w/o this state to which the SOS shall mail a copy of any process against the llc served upon him or her is: CanaBelle Books, LLC 161 Marine Dr., Apt 8H, Buffalo, NY 14202. Purpose of LLC: Any Lawful Purpose.

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Scenes from last year's Gospel Fest.

32nd Annual Gospelfest This Weekend!

The 32 Annual Gospelfest Takes place Saturday July 28 from 2-9p.m. in MLK Park. Over 25 choirs, groups, and praise dance ministries will be performing including national recording artist, Melvin Williams of the Renown Williams Brothers!

Some of the participants include: Angel Vox, Metropolitan Voices of Unity, Sherri Singletary, Sons of Thunder, Delvin Payton, Jermaine Barber of Rochester N.Y., (rappers) J. Prince & Henry T., Bessie Patterson & The Citywide choir, April Moore, Rashad Howard, Denise Smith, The Oldies But Goodies, Elim praise Dance Ministry, Sanctified Flow of Niagara Falls, N.Y. King Solomon Praise Dance Ministry, Keisha Jacobs, Unity Baptist Church Choir and others. Cynthia Hall and Friends will open the festival with Praise & Worship!

Vendors may call Mary Vance @ 716-773-7203. Bessie Patterson is the Coordinator

Community Pride was on full display last Saturday as gardeners on Buffalo’s East Side displayed their finest flowers and vegetables during the annual Garden Walk. It was the first time in the Garden Walk’s history that the East Side was included in the self-guided tours, although we have always known that beautiful homes and gardens existed throughout the Black community in every area. Last Saturday one of Buffalo’s best kept secrets was proudly revealed as friendly neighbors welcomed visitors; sharing amazing stories and beautifully landscaped yards. Some of the examples above: Barbara and Bud Campbell of Benwood Avenue whose gardens were filed with perennials and summer annuals; John and Shirley Thompson’s Lemon Street yard immaculately manicured with sculptured shrubs; David and Medeena Brown (the Thompson’s neighbors) introduced us to a lovely pale blue deck and a front and back yard beautiful decorated with baskets of flowers. A few houses down Mr. Brown revealed an amazing “mini farm’ where he grows, among other things, corn, greens, sweet potatoes, onions, okra, and squash. A native of Dothan, Alabama (100 miles south of Birmingham), he said he was raised on a farm where he learned the skill of garnering and farming. Glenwood Avenue at the corner of Dupont Street revealed over 30 raised bedsof chemical free, organic, non-GMO vegetables farmed by Allison DeHonney’s Urban Fruits & Veggies urban agriculture company. And a stop by Dawn Berry-Walker’s Mercer Street home was an amazing experience. She and her husband Henry’s jazz-themed yard/garden is filled not only with the natural beauty of their gardening skill, but exhibits of dawn’s artistic genius and their reverence for Black culture and Black Classical Music (Jazz) which is on full display for all to see and hear. Dawn, the daughter of the late jazz great James “Pappy” Martin and longtime educator Dr. Kay E. Martin – a huge jazz fan as well – currently keeps jazz alive as the head of the Masten Jazz festival which her father co-founded.

There were approximately 40 homes that took part in the East Side Garden Walk. Congratulations to all the participants!

“Knowing when to stop, you can avoid any danger.” -Tao Te Ching

A n s w e r i n g y o u r q u e s t i o n s a b o u t c r e m a t i o n a n d b u r i a l . . .

“How many people can be buried in a cemetery lot?”

If you have any questions about cremation or burial, give us a call at (716) 885-1600.

Most cemeteries allow 1 or 2 burials in a single grave. At Forest Lawn, we recently changed our rules & regulations to allow up to 4 burials in a single grave, w hich can include 1 casket plus 3 urns or a total of 4 urns.

For example, if a couple chooses side-by-side casketed burial in 2 graves, there’s room for them and up 6 other members of their family. This can represent a significant cost savings for the family. But more importantly, it can make it possible for you and your dearest loved ones to remain together forever.

1411 Delaware Ave ● Buffalo, NY 14209 forest-lawn.com

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Entertainment

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ON STAGE THIS SUNDAY! (L-R) Carmen Lundy, Curtis Lundy, Carol Milhouse and Bilal Nugravee.

Not pictured, Brian Freeman Quintet.

PAPPY MARTIN LEGACY - MASTEN JAZZ FESTIVAL RETURNS FOR PART TWO OF MORE AWESOME JAZZ! The Pappy Martin Legacy - Masten Jazz Festival returns for part 2 this Sunday from 2-8 p.m. on the grounds of the Buffalo Museum of Science (1020 Humboldt Parkway Buffalo, NY 14211).

The line-up features Carmen Lundy, (with Patrice Rushen and Jamison Ross), Cuttis Lundy (with Donald Harrison, Warren Wolf & Ralph Peterson), Carol Milhouse/Gospel Meets Jazz, Bilal Nugravee, and the Brian Freeman Quintet. Last weekend was amazing. See you this Sunday for more of the same! Sponsors include: Chamber Music America, Mayor Byron W. Brown/City of Buffalo, Assemblywoman Cryystal Peoples StokesC ouncilmember Ulysses O. Wingo, Councilmember Rasheed N.C. Wyatt, Councilmember Darius D. Pridgen, Erie County Legislator Babrbara Miller-Williams, Erie County Legislator April Baskin, M&T Bank and Senator Tim Kennedy, John Elmore, SUBs United/Buffalo, Pappy Martin Legacy Jazz Soiety, &T bank, African Ameraican Cyltural Center, NICYO, Challenger Sommunity News and Well Care.

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Events

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The authority for the hottest artists and music in Upstate, Queen City Live NY, TheUpstateAllstarz.com presents the first ever "Upstate July 28th 7:30PM-11PM New York Music Fest AppreSugar City 1239 Niagara St. ciation Jam" shining a national spotlight on the hot new Pre-sale $12 Door $14 (Online music market, in Upstate, NY queencitylive.splashthat.com) showcasing to the world some Performances by Dev11n, Sisof the hottest R&B, Hip Hop, and Reggae artists in Upstate, tah Don + Curtis Lovell, Go a.i NY July 29 from 3- 8pm at Musik, Desiree Kee and more. the California Brew Haus in Rochester, NY. event will be streamed Buffalo Artist Jalen Law Does Live Painting In Harlem liveThe on our UpstateAllstarzTV #YouTube Channel which Jalen Law a Buffalo nawill be shared by all of our tive and emerging artists will media partners social media be doing a live painting as platforms. This is a celebraa special tribute to writer and tion for all artist, musicians, director Sam Greenie (The music video directors, media, Spook Who Sat By The Door) blogs, & music industry in during the Black Medallions: upstate, NY from Buffalo NY, MARVELoUS. event ,presented jointly with Hip Hop Film Festival, taking place at the Rochester NY, Niagara Falls, National Black Theatre 2031 5th Ave. Harlem, NY from August Syracuse, Albany NY, and Binghamton, NY. 2nd - 5th.

This will be a star studded The 2018 exhibition will celebrate and explore images of powerful women, social justice, and comic book heroes through the event. The who’s who of the lens of hip hop culture. Exhibition hours are from 7:30pm to Upstate, NY Music Industry will be in the building. Come 11:30 p.m. network with super producer S.M.K, Sony Music + more.

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Collective,Los Artistas del Barrior and Paint The TOWN Present “Bridging The GAP” Art & Artists an Exhibition taking place August 17-24 at Paint the Town gallery 74 Allen Street.

Call For All Artists Whose Artwork Meets the Following Criteria:Art work relevant to current social issues, environmental or political events visual commentary on society that have inspired your creativity.

-Only 1 artwork per artist will be selected (up to 3 may be submitted for consideration) -Size no larger than 16x20 -Open to all mediums -Art must be properly ready for hanging -All work subject to 20% commission on sales -Submission must be sent to a member of the selection committee The selection committee is as follows: John Baker (WNY Urban Arts Collective): 716-994-3584 jonak112@yahoo.com Jarael Adams (Paint the Town Gallery): 716-241-1516 paintthetown716@gmail.comMichele Agosto (Los Artistas del Barrio): 716-775-2595 losartistasdelbarriobuffalo@gmail.com Important deadlines and dates Selection of artworks (present to August 9th) Deliver artwork (August 10th) to Paint the Town 74 Allen St. Opening reception 6:00-10:00 (August 17th) Pick-up artwork 3:00-6:00pm (August, 26th)

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25th through July 28th More Info at www.cmcjazzfest.com CLUB PASS SHOW Wednesday, July 25th VENUE: Pausa Art House 8pm- Onaje Allan Gumbs, feat. Sabu Adeyola 9:30pm- Onaje Allan Gumbs, feat. Sabu Adeyola CLUB PASS SHOW Thursday, July 26th "Let Me Be Free: Celebrating Cecil Taylor" VENUE: Hallwalls Contemporary Art Center 4 Pianists in a round robin surveying the works of Miles Davis and Ornette Coleman, in the spirit of Cecil Taylor 7:30pm- Italian Pianist Simona Premazzi (NYC), George Caldwell, Walter Kemp 3, Michael McNeill VIP CLUB PASS EVENT Thursday, July 26th "3oh! Dark Room DJ Listening Set" VENUE: Undisclosed 9pm- Walter Kemp 3, RiShon Odel, David Teaspoon Hulett, DJ and Special Guest

CLUB PASS SHOW Friday, July 27th

VENUE: Historic Colored Musicians Club 7:30pm- Mwenso & the Shakes 9pm- Mwenso & the Shakes Saturday, July 28th, 2018 Indoor Club Stage 12:00pm- Saranaide 1:00pm- French ConeXion 2:00pm- Jazzwizz 3:00pm- Carina and the SixString Preacher 4:00pm- Andrew Nixon Trio 5:00pm- Les Davis Ensemble Outdoor Stage 12:00pm- J J Quintet 1:00pm- Alex Mc Arthur Quintet 2:00pm- Toney Rhodes 3:00pm- Jazz Example 4:00pm- Janice Mitchell Quartet 5:00pm- Why Not? 6:00pm- Kevin Hall

CLUB PASS SHOW Saturday, July 28th VENUE: Asbury Hall at Babeville One Show Only!

8pm- Francisico Mela Crash Trio

LUDICRIS! Saturday July 28, Canalside Live at Canalside.

Tickets $15 general admission and $40 VIP (Consumer’s Beverages, Eventbrite. com, Canalside kiosk).

SATURDAY JULY 28 Gospel Fest, 2-9 p.m., MLK Park (Tennis Court Side), Info Call 855-1569

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WNY Minority Media Professionals Invite Slow Roll To Hold Broadway Theatre Ride! Kids Bike Helmet Giveaway

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n Monday, July 30th, Slow Roll Buffalo brings another free community bike ride to the Broadway Theatre at 516 Broadway near Jefferson, thanks to an invitation from Western New York Minority Media Professionals co-founder Michael Quinniey.

The 10-mile ride starts at 6:30pm sharp (starting and ending at Broadway Theatre) on a route that will include neighborhoods of Willert Park, Fruit Belt, Masten Park, Kingsley and Elmwood Village along major streets William, Michigan, Humboldt, Main, Bryant, Summer, Best and Jefferson, guided by their trained squad of more than 100 volunteers. Two “mass-up” stops allow for re-grouping while community leaders inform riders of history, events and issues in the immediate area, with the African Heritage Food Co-op Kiddie Kickstand crew selling drinks and snacks for one dollar cash.

Come early for a kids bike helmet giveaway in partnership with the Buffalo Police Athletic League, and to see inside the once-abandoned Broadway Theatre that has welcomed the likes of Malcolm X and Muhammed Ali, now seeking support to be reborn as a community space for entertainment, arts and education; stay late for an outdoor after-party with food, drinks, music and fellowship.

Slow Roll Buffalo's mission is to connect communities across borders through free guided bike rides for all ages and skill levels and to successfully bring people together in one of America’s most segregated cities - All are welcome to join. Register online at www.slowrollbuffalo.org,

First Episode of SkoVu TV New Series Features Bishop Darius Pridgen !

Are You Registered to VOTE?

SkoVu TV will launch the premier of How I Came Up, a new series, on their network on August 1 at 9p.m.

The first episode is the story of Bishop Darius Pridgen and definitely one you don’t want to miss! How I Came Up explores the lives of business entrepreneurs through candid interviews that includes highs and lows on their personal journey to become established and will stream exclusively on SkoVu TV. Go to skovutv.com where you can subscribe or select the direct download option for this series and more.

SkoVu Streaming Network was founded in Buffalo and is now known world- wide as a 24:7 Streaming Video on Demand Network which allows customers who subscribe access to tons of original and exclusive content from various producers.

There are no hidden fees with this unlimited access streaming service where you can enjoy full seasons of exclusive series, original movies, reality shows, stage plays, sports, kids shows and more. SkoVu also offers subscribers an opportunity to earn additional income by referral bonuses when other subscribers join the network. Go to Skovutv. com for more details . You can also find them on IG, FB and Twitter @skovutv

Your Vote is Your Voice!

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eptember 13, 2018 is the primary mid-term election date. It seems so far away but it is fast approaching and there may be some confusion in your mind about who is eligible to vote and what it may mean to the party of your choice and your community. Can you vote for a Republican if you are a registered Democrat? Do you know the general mid-term election date? Do you know where you can get a voter registration form? Are you aware of the fact that parolees now have the right to vote?

You can get these answers and more at the next meeting of PRISONERS ARE PEOPLE TOO (PRP2). We have invited several local lawmakers to answer your questions and dispel rumors about the voting process and the impact of your vote. The following have confirmed: Retired County Legislator Betty Jean Grant, County Legislator April Baskin, and City Councilmember Ulysess Wingo. On April 18 this year, when Governor Cuomo granted the right to vote to people convicted of a felony who are currently out on parole, there were those who said that this action was purely, politically motivated since the Governor is running for re-election. PRISONERS ARE PEOPLE TOO understands political motivation and we are looking at the numbers. More that 35, 000 people, out on parole, can vote this year and we are looking at the power this could generate and how this could impact our community. We are hoping to see many prospective voters at our next meeting. Your vote is your voice and it needs to be heard.

While voting will definitely be the major theme of our next meeting, some time will be devoted to sharing a brief report and photos from a recent retreat in Old Chatham, NY at Powell House.

As a member of the New York State Prisoner Justice Collective, PRP2 escorted several people from Buffalo to Old Chatham for a retreat that was designed for families having incarcerated loved ones. There were 42 participants, adults and children, from across the state who enjoyed a weekend gathering that included fresh air and sunshine and activities that included opportunities for networking and community building.

Our assistant, Danielle Johnson, will speak briefly about her recent trip to Cuba. This 10-day excursion was an eye-opening experience that enhanced her understanding of a criminal justice system that is very different from what we have here in the USA. Our monthly meetings are open to the public. Plan to join us for the next meeting of PRISONERS ARE PEOPLE TOO on Monday, July 30, at 7:00 – 9:00pm @ the Rafi Greene CAO Masten Resource Center, 1423 Fillmore Avenue @ Glenwood. For more information: Karima Amin, 716-834-8438, karima@prp2.org; BaBa Eng, 716-491-5319, g.babaeng@yahoo.com.

The Longest Total Lunar Eclipse of the Century !

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he longest total lunar eclipse of the 21st century will occur this Friday, July 27, and should be visible from much of the world. And even though unfortunately for Americans, one of the few parts of the globe that won’t see the spectacle is the U.S., the spiritual/esoteric meaning behind this full moon eclipse will still be powerful.

-Perfect Time for Releasing, Letting Go and Starting Over AgainThe Full Moon is a perfect time for releasing something that no longer serves you; or letting go of something that you no longer need in your life; or an opportunity to let go of an aspect of yourself that you have outgrown.

Combined with the energy of the Lunar eclipse on the Full Moon this will be an extremely powerful time for starting again and setting your intentions for the coming six months.

This is a time of leaving what is safe and comfortable in order to grow more fully into yourself.

Eclipses are harbingers of change — they usher in evolution. At a lunar eclipse, the shadow of the Earth falls across the face of the Moon bringing unconscious feelings to the surface, grounding them in reality. Lunar eclipses are culminations of emotional cycles that have run their course, and they encourage us to let go of emotions and attachments that are no longer serving us.

Lunar Eclipses are viewed in astrology as being deeply transformative times that can bring abrupt and sudden change. While this is true, there is another side to Eclipses that is important to remember.

Eclipses are like the cosmic helping hand of the Universe. Imagine the energy of an Eclipse like a Universal hand that reaches down from the heavens and puts you where you need to be.

The good thing about Eclipses is that generally you can trust the direction they are guiding you in. Eclipses bring about events that are part of the cosmic plan. These are important times for thinking about your life, whom you need to forgive or what you need to let go of and move on from.

Eclipses are rare because they can only take place when the Sun, the Earth and the Moon are all aligned. They always happen in groups of two or three. A lunar eclipse happens when the Moon and the Sun are on exact opposite sides of Earth.

Endings are necessary in order to make way for the new and a Lunar Eclipse is like the final purge. If something needs to be gone from your life, if something needs to come to an end, an eclipse can help you to set the wheels in motion.

EMBRACING CHANGE & HONORING LIFE CYCLES Every single full moon brings a chance to embrace changes, let go, and cultivate greater connection with the Divine.

The full moon is the time to release attachments or blocks and barriers to our worthiness, and open ourselves to greater abundance and inspiration.

Whatever you needed to let go of, whatever changes you needed to make, an eclipse on the full moon can help you to release and let go and open to the new.

Doing a small personal ritual on the Full Moon Lunar Eclipse, like lighting a candle or writing an intention down on paper and burning it, can help you to engage the energies of release and usher in new changes.

The energy of this Lunar Eclipse will last until August and will open a new gateway of energy that is productive, active and positive. Change is constant.

VOICES

Challenger Community News • t hec hallengernews.com •July 25, 2018

Press Conference Planned

Buffalo Public Schools District Ordered to Release Millions of Documents in Racial Discrimination Lawsuit Buffalo, New York---A federal judge in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of New York issued an Order on July 18, 2018 compelling Dr. Kriner Cash, as Superintendent, and the Buffalo Public Schools District, to release millions of documents concerning racial, gender and age discrimination complaints, student academic test scores at two of the criteria-based schools, as well confidential policy documents of administrators and Board Members of the district.

A press conference is planned for Thursday, July 26 at 10:30am at the CAO Masten Resource Center, located at 1423 Fillmore Avenue where an array of community stakeholder will call for the district to fully comply with the unprecedented Court Order.

In a never before seen court order, the Buffalo Public Schools District will have to release: (a) the names and entrance exam test scores for nationally recognized City Honors High School and Hutchinson Technical High students from 2013 to 2017 and for all grades; (b) all records and accounts of all federal education funds received or dispersed from 2012 to 2018; (c) the records of any complaint, civil action, or report filed within the BPS district or with any local, state or federal agency by any student, parent, organization, employee, former employee, contractor, alleging discrimination or disparate treatment because of race, gender, or age between 2012 and 2018.

The documents the district is now required to produce are estimated to be between 2.5 & 3 million pages or between 5-6,000 reams of paper.

In 2015, Shellonnee B. Chinn, the only African-American classroom teacher ever hired at the private Elmwood Franklin School in Buffalo, commenced an action in federal court alleging that she was subjected to retaliation, wrongful termination, invidious racial, age, and gender discrimination, and a conspiracy to deprive her federally guaranteed rights. She also alleges that she was ousted because she discovered the students at one of Buffalo’s lowest performing schools performed better on a standardized test than similarly situated students at the elite Elmwood Franklin School, bring student test scores within the scope of this case. Her complaint includes a punitive damage claim which exposes defendants to tens of millions of dollars in liability.

Specifically, the Buffalo Public Schools District has been accused on either negligently, intentionally, or by corruption, of conspiring with the Elmwood Franklin to deny Shellonnee Chinn, for racially discriminatory reasons, equal access to federal funds for professional development.

The Buffalo Public Schools District, in addition to some 30 other defendants associated with the Elmwood Franklin School are named in the lawsuit.

Samuel L. Radford, III, president of Buffalo’s District Parent Coordinating Council and longtime advocate for Buffalo’s parents and students states: “this is unheard of…and a rare opportunity to get a glimpse into the inner workings of the Buffalo school district pertaining to discrimination that has adversely affected student achievement, fair competition for jobs, and other opportunities. Over the years a broad range of people, including students, parents, teachers, employees, contractors and many others have complaint about not being given a fair chance on a level playing field within the district. .”

“We wish to plead our own cause.

Too long have others spoken for us.”

- John Russwurm, Freedom’s Journal.

1827 America’s 1st Black Newspaper

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Parolees and Felons Registered to Vote at Community Event

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hen I heard about a community event that was being organized by community activist and former Schuele St. resident Jesse Doyle, I jumped at the opportunity to attend and registered as many disenfranchised young and older men as I could. You see, the community block party called EDP (Every Damn Penny), is made up of young men who grew up in the East Delavan Ave/Moselle St. neighborhood. The young menand a few women - decided about 4 years ago to hold a reunion of sorts where they could meet, interact and fellowship together. They decided to host this annual event because years ago, all of them sold newspapers, collected pop bottles and cans, and hustled the streets gathering "every damn penny" they could find without resorting to burglarizing houses or robbing people.

Hence the name, Every Damn Penny or E.D.P..

They young men donated and collected enough money and donations to feed all who came to celebrate with them. Over 500 supporters and Karima community people came, danced, ate and just had a good ole time. I registered over 20 proAMIN spective voters at this event.

I arrived at the party to find many fellas, whom I had served in my deli store on East Ferry street over the past 37 years. Some were young enough, when I opened the store in 1980, to come to my store in the arms of their moms. But sometime, between then and now, many of them had grown up, gotten into trouble, served their time in jail and were out now, to begin again, a second chance to live a productive life. I told them that thanks to the Conditional Pardon issued through an Executive Action by Gov. Andrew Cuomo, they will get that chance to register to vote right now instead of when they came off parole; which in some cases, may be years or decades away. Simply stated, the governor’s Executive Action allows the NYS Dept. of Correction and the commissioners on the Parole Board to consider every individual from prison as a person eligible to register and vote regardless of their parole status. This governor’s Executive Action or Order is huge for our community because over 35,000 former felons are still on parole in NYS and a huge percent of them reside in Buffalo and Western New York.

I was able to get immediate, positive feedback on the governor’s voter restoration program soon after this initiative was launched in May of this year, by registering a well- known, community activist in the prison reform movement by the name of George Baba Eng, the co-founder, along with Sis. Karima Amin, of Prisoners Are People, Too. I attended one of their monthly meetings at the Rafi Greene Community Center, asked Baba Eng to fill out a voter registration form, took it to the Erie County Board of Elections and less than two weeks later, he received his voter’s card through the mail!

If you have anyone in your family that is not registered to vote, they still have time to do as the last day to register in order to vote in the Thursday, September 13, 2018 Primary is Sunday, August 19th.. For those who are registered as a Blank or who did not elect to choose a political party; they have until October 20th to choose a political party in order to vote in any of the Primaries that will be held in September, 2019.

Next year is a very important year for the residents of Buffalo, because in addition to the May, 2019 Buffalo School Board Election, where all seats are on the ballots, the 2019 Democratic Primary will have the offices of the district council members, city comptroller, city court judges and county legislators on the ballot.

But as I have stated numerous times in the past, one must be registered in the Democratic Party in order to vote in its Democratic Primary. Take a moment now and check your voter registration card; it has your political affiliation listed on the front. If it has a D there, you are good to vote in the Primary. If it has any alphabet letter other than a D, you need to fill out a new voter registration form and designate a political party. Everyone, regardless of party affiliation, can vote in the General election, hence the name, general. But, read carefully, only Democrats will be able to choose and vote for their candidates who will run in the Democratic Primary.

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t was September 25, 2014 when UB announced that they would not buy McCarley Gardens. Residents thought they were safe. But of course the housing development sandwiched between the Buffalo Niagara Medical Campus and Downtown was, and is not, safe from developers. Real estate investment boss Nick Sinatra proposed a renovation of $35 million and the city planning board approved the site plan on February 27, 2017.

The plan was listed by McCarley's address, 818 Michigan Avenue, and not as McCarley Gardens, making it harder to identify in public notices and also from the City website. Public notices are sent to property owners within 400 feet of the proposed work. Renters do not receive notice. Public notices are in the Buffalo News, but how many low to moderate income individuals subscribe to the Buffalo News?

A notice of Sinatra's plan would have gone to the OakMichigan Housing Development Corporation, an agency of St. John Baptist Church. Did McCarley residents know of the plans coming their way? Was an effort made to give them fair notice?

Since 2017 through 2018, many McCarley residents say they don't have a full understanding of what is happening; there is concern that no date is given, there is concern about having to move temporarily rather than having renovations take place while in residence. It feels as if trickery is in the air, with half truths and flat out lies serving as information. What is going on at McCarley Gardens? Will the mission of McCarley Gardens continue as the safe housing development created for low income families to raise their children and build a community?

What does Sinatra Development know about Rev. Burnie McCarley, Rev. Bennett Smith, architect Wallace V. Moll and all the good people who worked without greed in their hearts to build McCarley?

Will McCarley look like Pilgrim Village, where the $200 million Campus Square project is in dispute and some of the residents have been ripped from their community and the homes they knew?

Wake up people and start asking questions of your elected officials. Question the pronouncements of Buffalo Resurgence folks. You do not have to accept as gospel what the developer class says. And we have to share information without fear of reprisals.

Please, what is going on at McCarley Gardens?

-The Community Watchdog

Voter registration applications may be picked up at the board of elections office @ 132 W. Eagle St., Monday thru Friday, 9 AM-4:30 PM, or at Grant’s Variety Shoppe, 1055 East Ferry Street. One can also register to vote online. But, since I love doing this job so much, I carry voter’s registration forms with me everywhere I go. The next time you see me in the community or at a meeting, stop, say hello and ask me to sign you up!

Betty Jean Grant is founder of We Are Women Warriors

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12 ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Sealed bids for Project No. 45608-C, for Construction Work, Provide Lead Mitigation, State Armory, 184 Connecticut Street, Buffalo (Erie County), NY, will be received by the Office of General Services (OGS), Design & Construction Group (D&C), Division of Contract Management, 35th Fl., Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12242, on behalf of the Division of Military and Naval Affairs, until 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 8, 2018, when they will be publicly opened and read. Each bid must be prepared and submitted in accordance with the Instructions to Bidders and must be accompanied by a certified check, bank check, or bid bond in the amount of $209,000 for C. All successful bidders will be required to furnish a Performance Bond and a Labor and Material Bond in the statutory form of public bonds required by Sections 136 and 137 of the State Finance Law, each for 100% of the amount of the Contract estimated to be between $8,000,000 and $9,000,000 for C. Designated staff are Jessica Hoffman, Carl Ruppert and Pierre Alric in the Division of Contract Management, telephone (518) 474-0203, fax (518) 473-7862 and John Lewyckyj, Deputy Director, Design & Construction Group, telephone (518) 474-0201, fax (518) 486-1650. OGS D&C employees are also required to obtain certain information when contacted during the restricted period and make a determination of the responsibility of the bidder pursuant to these two statutes. Certain findings of nonresponsibility can result in rejection for contract award and in the event of two findings within a four-year period, the bidder is debarred from obtaining governmental Procurement Contracts. Bidders responding to this Advertisement must familiarize themselves with the State Finance Law requirements and will be expected to affirm that they understand and agree to comply on the bid form. Further information about these requirements can be found within the project manual or at:

http://www.ogs.ny.gov/ aboutOGS/regulations/defaultAdvisoryCouncil.html The only time prospective bidders will be allowed to visit the job site will be at 11:00 a.m. on July 26, 2018 and July 27, 2018 at State Armory, 184 Connecticut Street, Buffalo, NY. Phone the office of William Clark, (716) 885-0908 a minimum of 24 hours in advance of the date to provide the names of those who will attend the pre-bid site visit.

Pursuant to New York State Executive Law Article 15-A and the rules and regulations promulgated thereunder, OGS is required to promote opportunities for the maximum feasible participation of New York State-certified Minority- and Women-owned Business Enterprises (“MWBEs”) and the employment of minority group members and women in the performance of OGS contracts. All bidders are expected to cooperate in implementing this policy. OGS hereby establishes an overall goal of 30% for MWBE participation, 15% for Minority-Owned Business Enterprises (“MBE”) participation and 15% for Women-Owned Business Enterprises (“WBE”) participation (based on the current availability of qualified MBEs and WBEs). The total contract goal can be obtained by utilizing any combination of MBE and /or WBE participation for subcontracting and supplies acquired under this Contract.

The Office of General Services reserves the right to reject any or all bids.

The Bidding and Contract Documents for this Project are available on compact disc (CD) only, and may be obtained for an $8.00 deposit per set, plus a $2.00 per set shipping and handling fee. Contractors and other interested parties

Challenger Community News • t hec hallengernews.com •July 25, 2018 can order CD’s on-line through a secure web interface available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Please use the following link at the OGS website for ordering and payment instructions:

http://www.ogs.ny.gov/ bu/dc/esb/acquirebid.asp.

For questions about purchase of bid documents, please send an email to DC.Plans@ogs.ny.gov, or call(518) 474-0203.

For additional information on this project, please use the link below and then click on the project number:

https://online.ogs.ny.gov/ dnc/contractorConsultant/esb/ESBPlansAvailableIndex.asp.

John D. Lewyckyj, C.S.I., C.D.T. Deputy Director, OGS Design & Construction Group

LEGAL NOTICE BIDS Electronic Document Management System The Erie County Industrial Development Agency is soliciting bids for an electronic document management system. The services will include software procurement, installation, customization and training. A copy of the request can be found on our website at http://www.ecidany.com/ Requests_for_Proposals or you may email Brian Krygier at the address below. Proposals are due at 95 Perry Street, Suite 403, Buffalo, NY 14203 by 3:00 PM Friday, August 17th, 2018.

Submit questions to bkrygier@ ecidany.com.

LEGAL NOTICE

Bank of NY Mellon v. Simpson

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LEGAL NOTICE PB-133382 Estate of Wright

NOTICE The resolution, a summary of which is published herewith, has been adopted by the County Legislature on the 12th day of July, 2018 and the validity of the obligations authorized by such resolution may be hereafter contested only if such obligations were authorized for an object or purpose for which the County of Erie, New York, is not authorized to expend money or if the provisions of law which should have been complied with as of the date of publication of this Notice were not substantially complied with, and an action, suit or proceeding contesting such validity is commenced within twenty days after the publication of this Notice, or such obligations were authorized in violation of the provisions of the constitution.

ROBERT M. GRABER Clerk of the County Legislature RESOLUTION NO. 147 OF 2018 BOND RESOLUTION DATED July 12, 2018 BOND RESOLUTION OF THE COUNTY OF ERIE, NEW YORK, AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF $674,636 BONDS OF THE COUNTY, OR SO MUCH THEREOF AS MAY BE NECESSARY, TO FINANCE THE COST OF MODIFIED INCREASE AND IMPROVEMENT OF FACILITIES FOR ERIE COUNTY SEWER DISTRICT NO. 8; STATING THE ESTIMATED MAXIMUM COST THEREOF IS $674,636, STATING THE PLAN OF FINANCING; PROVIDING FOR A TAX TO PAY THE PRINCIPAL OF AND INTEREST ON SAID BONDS; AND PROVIDING FOR REIMBURSEMENT BY ERIE COUNTY SEWER DISTRICT NO. 8 TO SAID COUNTY. object or purpose: modified increase and improve ment of facilities for Erie County Sewer District No. 8, consisting of upgrades to the filters, reactor tanks, piping, the physical plant, and energy improvements at the water resource recovery facility, collection system upgrades, and related engineering and administration costs; all as more fully described in the report and estimate of cost approved by the Board of Managers of the District on December 5, 2017 and filed with the County Legislature period of probable usefulness: forty (40) years amount of obligations to be issued: $674,636 A complete copy of the Bond Resolution summarized above shall be available for public inspection during normal business hours at the office of the Clerk of the Erie County Legislature, in Buffalo, New York.

Dated: July 13, 2018

Buffalo, New York

SECOND SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS–STATE OF NEW YORK, COUNTY COURT: COUNTY OF ERIE –CHAMPION MORTGAGE COMPANY, Plaintiff, against Acea M. Mosey, Erie County Public Administrator as Limited Administrator to the estate of Norma Wright, Lisa M. Wright as Heir to the Estate of Norman Wright, Norma Jean Wright, as Heir to the Estate of Norman Wright, Brandon M. Hardwick as Heir to the Estate of Margarette Hardwick, who was heir to the Estate of Norman Wright, Jonathan A. Hardwick as Heir to the Estate of Margarette Hardwick, who was heir to the Estate of Norman Wright, Michael T. Hardwick as Heir to the Estate of Margarette Hardwick, who was heir to the Estate of Norman Wright, Olivia J. Hardwick as Heir to the Estate of Margarette Hardwick, who was heir to the Estate of Norman Wright, Rachel E. Hardwick as Heir to the Estate of Margarette Hardwick, who was heir to the Estate of Norman Wright, Richard A. Hardwick as Heir to the Estate of Margarette Hardwick, who was heir to the Estate of Norman Wright, Rodney Z. Hardwick, aka Ronald Z. Hardwick as Heir to the Estate of Margarette Hardwick, who was heir to the Estate of Norman Wright, Reginald W. Hardwick, Jr. as Heir to the Estate of Margarette Hardwick, who was heir to the Estate of Norman Wright, Deborah D. Mink, as Heir to the Estate of Margarette Hardwick, who was heir to the Estate of Norman Wright, Deborah Wright Adkins as Heir to the Estate of Norman Wright, Sam Wright, as Heir to the Estate of Norman Wright, Havel Wright, as Heir to the Estate of Norman Wright, Shirley Ann Jester as Heir to the Estate of Norman Wright, Walter Wright, as Heir to the Estate of Norman Wright, Audrey Rucker, as Heir to the estate of Willie Bell Wright as Heir to the Estate of Norman Wright, Arnold Wright as Heir to the estate of Willie Bell Wright as Heir to the Estate of Norman Wright, Crystal Muhammad a/k/a Crystal Mann a/k/a Crystal Clay as Heir to the estate of Shakoor Muhammad a/k/a Michael Wright as Heir to the estate of Willie Bell Wright as Heir to the Estate of Norman Wright, Sadar Muhammad as Heir to the estate of Shakoor Muhammad a/k/a Michael Wright as Heir to the estate of Willie Bell Wright as Heir to the Estate of Norman Wright, Tadar Muhammad as Heir to the estate of Shakoor Muhammad a/k/a Michael Wright as Heir to the estate of Willie Bell Wright as Heir to the Estate of Norman Wright, Michael Wright as Heir to the estate of Shakoor Muhammad a/k/a Michael Wright as Heir to the estate of Willie Bell Wright as Heir to the Estate of Norman Wright, Andre Wright as Heir to the estate of Shakoor Muhammad a/k/a Michael Wright as Heir to the estate of Willie Bell Wright as Heir to the Estate of Norman Wright, New York State Department of Taxation and Finance, United States of America, United States of AmericaInternal Revenue Service, Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, The People of the State of New York c/o/ Chief Clerk of the City Court of Buffalo, Erie County Department of Social Services, Midland Funding LLC dba in New York as Midland Funding of Delaware LLC, Credit Acceptance Corporation, CACV of Colorado, LLC, Harper’s Auto Service, Inc., Capital One Bank (USA), NA., Capital One Bank, Riverside Federal Credit Union, Erie County Commissioner of Administration and Finance, Asset Acceptance LLC as assignee of GE Capital-Sam’s Club; AND Rachel E. Hardwick as Heir to the estate of Margarette Hardwick, who was heir to the Estate of Norman Wright, Richard A. Hardwick as Heir to the estate of Margarette Hardwick who was heir to the Estate of Norman Wright; Nathan Beard as Heir to the estate of Willie Bell Wright as Heir to the Estate of Norman Wright, Michael Wright as Heir to the estate of Shakoor Muhammad a/k/a Michael Wright as Heir to the estate of Willie Bell Wright as Heir to the Estate of Norman Wright, Andre Wright as Heir to the estate of Shakoor Muham-

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COUNTY OF ERIE NOTICE TO BIDDERS MISC CULVERT REPAIRS GROUP 2 PROJ# BR-MISC18-2018 Department of Public Works, Division of Highways, seeking sealed bids for culvert rehabilitation, repair, and replacement construction project. Sealed proposals received at the DPW, 95 Franklin St, Room 1400, Buffalo, NY at 10 am, Thursday, August 9, 2018. Certified check as bid deposit in the amount of $50,000. required with bid submittal. Minority Workforce goal, NYS Apprenticeship, EC MWBE goals and Local, Disadvantaged Workforce requirements may apply. Plans and additional bid submittal information on the Erie County website at: http://www2.erie. gov/dpw see On Line Bid Retrieval.

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mad a/k/a Michael Wright as Heir to the estate of Willie Bell Wright as Heir to the Estate of Norman Wright, if living, and if he/she be dead, any and all persons unknown to plaintiff, claiming, or who may claim to have an interest in, or generally or specific lien upon the real property described in this action; such unknown persons being herein generally described and intended to be included in the following designation, namely: the wife, widow, husband, widower, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors, and assignees of such deceased, any and all persons deriving interest in or lien upon, or title to said real property by, through or under them, or either of them, and their respective wives, widows, husbands, widowers, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors and assigns, all of whom and whose names, except as stated are unknown to plaintiff, Defendants-Index no. 600267/2017. Plaintiff designates Erie County as the place of trial. Venue is based upon the County where the property is situated. TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the complaint in this action and to serve a copy of your Answer, or, if the Complaint is not served with this Summons, to serve a Notice of Appearance on the attorneys for the plaintiff within twenty (20) days after the service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service; or within thirty (30) days after service is complete if this Summons is not personally delivered to you within the State of New York; or within sixty (60) days if it is the United States of America. In case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint. NOTICE-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 the 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. This Supplemental Summons and Amended Complaint are being filed pursuant to an Order of the Court dated May 11, 2018.

HELP FOR HOMEOWNERS IN FORECLOSURE; New York State law requires that we send you this notice about the foreclosure process.

Please read it carefully. SUMMONS AND COMPLAINT You are in danger of losing your home. If you fail to respond to the Summons and Com-

plaint in this Foreclosure Action, you may lose your home. Please read the Summons and Complaint carefully.

You should immediately contact an attorney of your local legal aid office to obtain advice on how to protect yourself. SOURCES OF INFORMATION AND ASSISTANCE The State encourages you to become informed about your options in foreclosure. In addition to seeking assistance from an attorney or legal aid office, there are government agencies and nonprofit organizations that you may contact for information about possible options, including trying to work with your lender during this process.

To locate an entity near you, you may call the toll-free helpline maintained by the New York State Department of Financial Services’ at 1-800-2690990 or visit the Department’s website at http://www.dfs.ny.gov. FORECLOSURE RESCUE SCAMS Be careful of people who approach you with offers to “save” your home. There are individuals who watch for notices of foreclosure actions in order to unfairly profit from a homeowner’s distress. You should be extremely careful about any such promises and any suggestions that you pay them a fee or sign over your deed.

State law requires anyone offering such services for profit to enter into a contract which fully describes the services they will perform and fees they will charge, and which prohibits them from taking any money from you until they have completed all such promised services. We are attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. The foregoing summons is served upon you by publication pursuant to an order of the Honorable Dennis E. Ward, J.S.C. dated May 11, 2018. The object of this action is to foreclose a mortgage and covering the premises known as 143 Mohican Avenue, Buffalo, NY located at Section 89.84 Block 1 and Lot 23 Dated: May 22, 2018 Pincus Law Group, PLLC, Attorneys for Plaintiff, By: Margaret Burke Tarab Esq., 425 RXR Plaza, Uniondale, New York 11556 516-699-8902.

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EM P LOY M EN T Maintenance Manager The Facilities Construction and Maintenance Office at Buffalo State, State University of New York, seeks candidates for the position of Maintenance Manager.

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LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF SALE

STATE OF NEW YORK SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF ERIE Index No.: 806817/2016 REFEREE’S NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE Citizens Bank, N.A. f/k/a RBS Citizens, N.A. f/k/a Citizens Bank, N.A. s/b/m to Charter One Bank, N.A. f/k/a Charter One Bank, F.S.B.

Plaintiff,

v.

Anthony Lewis as Administrator of the Estate of Lateyfa Lewis Anthony Lewis, individually LaShawn Antionette Lewis Jermaine Habeeb Jameel Habeeb Carol Dankert, Commissioner of Erie County Dept. of Social Services Erie County DA on behalf of Salleh Dubaishi State Tax Commission The People of the State of New York People of the State of New York United States of America – Internal Revenue Service Enviro-Care, Inc.

Defendants.

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT In pursuance of a judgment of foreclosure and sale duly made and entered in the above entitled foreclosure action dated June 28, 2017 and to be entered in the office of the County Clerk of Erie County, I, the undersigned Referee named in said judgment, will sell in one parcel at public auction on August 8, 2018, at the foreclosure alcove, Erie County Hall, 92 Franklin Street, in Buffalo, County of Erie, State of New York, at 10:00 a.m., the premises described in said judgment as follows: SEE SCHEDULE “A” ATTACHED HERETO AND MADE A PART HEREOF. Property known as: 97 Orange Street, Buffalo, New York 14204 TOGETHER with all the right, title and interest of the mortgagors, if any, in and to the land lying in the streets and roads in front of and adjoining said premises to the center line thereof.

TOGETHER with all fixtures and articles of personal property attached to or used in connection with the said premises.

Said premises are sold subject to any state of facts an accurate survey may show, to covenants, restrictions and easements, if any, to violations, zoning regulations and ordinances of the city, town or village in which the premises lie, to the rights of the public and others in and to any part of the premises that lies within the bounds of any street, alley or highway, to any state of facts an inspection would disclose it being understood that the property is sold in an “as is” and “where is” condition, to any and all tenancies, possessory interests and/or leases affecting the premises which have not been extinguished by this foreclosure action, and to any right of redemption of the United States of America.

Judgment Amount: $23,507.57 Dated: June 25, 2018 /s/ Franklin R. Pratcher Franklin R. Pratcher, Esq.Referee Harris Beach PLLC Kelly C. Griffith, Esq. Attorneys for Plaintiff 333 West Washington Street Suite 200 Syracuse, New York 13202 315-423-7100 SCHEDULE “A” ALL THAT TRACT OR PARCEL OF LAND, situate in the City of Buffalo, County of Erie and State of New York, being part of Lot No. 27, Township 11, Range 8 of the Holland Land Company’s Survey, further bounded and described as follows: BEGINNING at a point in the easterly line of Orange Street, distant 244.95 feet northerly from the northerly line of Virginia Street; thence northerly along the easterly line of Orange Street, 50.00 feet; thence easterly at right angles to Orange Street, 100.00 feet; thence southerly parallel with Orange Street, 50.00 feet; thence westerly at right angles to Orange Street, 100.00 feet to the point or place of beginning.

LEGAL NOTICE BID The NFTA is soliciting bids for Project No. 10LZ1313, LRRT Delavan Station Escalator Tube Panel Liner Replacement, Bid No. E-542 due on August 21, 2018 at 2pm. www.nftaengineering.com LEGAL NOTICE BID

NFTA Procurement Invitation to Bid

4799 - ALLISON EP 40 HYBRID SYSTEM COMPONENTS REPAIR 4805 - ELECTRICAL STORAGE SYSTEMS (ESS) Download Bids from www.nfta.

LEGAL NOTICE BID Bids will be received by RP Oak Hill Building Co., Inc. for the Project Mixed Use Development Project at 1585 Hertel Avenue on July 19, 2018 at 2:00 pm. Please fax bids (716822-4367) or email (bids@rpoakhill. com) prior to 2:00 pm. There is no pre-bid meeting for this project. The scope of work includes concrete, masonry, steel, carpentry, roofing, insulation, flooring, cabinetry, HVAC, electrical, mechanical, etc. The contract documents may be examined at Construction Exchange or can be purchased at Avalon Printing, (P: 716-995-7777). This project is open shop. ***W/M/DBE participation is encouraged.

EM PLOY M EN T Independent Living Specialist (PT) – OAHIIO. Conduct outreach services to Native Americans with disabilities in the Western New York area.

Must possess an Associate’s Degree. Candidates must possess a knowledge base of Native American culture SUBMIT RESUME AND COVER LETTER TO: Tina Brown, CHRCO WNY Independent Living, Inc. 3108 Main Street Buffalo, NY 14214 employment@wnyil.org Mobile Transition Support Peer. Provide Peer Support Services to individuals with mental illness. Must have a Bachelor’s Degree in a Human Services and one year experience in Human Services or an Associate’s with three years’ experience in Human Services.

SUBMIT RESUME AND COVER LETTER TO: Tina Brown, CHRCO WNY Independent Living, Inc. 3108 Main Street Buffalo, NY 14214 employment@wnyil.org

Enhancement Navigator (TEMPORARY). To provide life and employment skills daily to Enhancement Program Participants. Must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services and (1) year experience with the mental health system, or an Associates in Human Services with at least two (2) years experience with the mental health system.

SUBMIT RESUME AND COVER LETTER TO: Tina Brown, CHRCO WNY Independent Living, Inc. 3108 Main Street Buffalo, NY 14214 employment@wnyil.org

JOBS

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SUNY ERIE Has Full Time Career Opportunities With Great Benefits Available

Visit www.ecc.edu/works to view these and other postings

Dean of Engineering &Technologies Full time Instructors needed for: •Industrial Technology • Business Administration •Philosophy

Our mission to offer quality education includes exposing our students to a diverse range of cultures, experiences and expertise. At SUNY Erie Community College, we value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

EOP Advisor The Educational Opportunity Program at Buffalo State, State University of New York, seeks candidates for the position of EOP Advisor.

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.

Lecturer The Communication Department at Buffalo State, State University of New York, seeks candidates for the position of Lecturer.

The temporary, full-time lecturer has a 4/4 teaching load with no expectations for research/scholarship. Candidates should provide evidence of successful college-level teaching experience with a documented ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in public relations/advertising, such as principles of public relations and advertising, public relations writing, campaigns in public relations and advertising, and communication research. Applicants should also provide evidence of ability to teach one or more of the department’s core courses in media literacy, media writing, oral communication, or visual communication.

Required Qualifications: Master’s degree; professional experience in public relations; and college-level teaching experience.

Preferred Qualifications: Degree in public relations, journalism, communication, or related field; Accreditation in Public Relations (APR); and evidence of online course teaching and design.

Qualified applicants may apply online at https://jobs.buffalostate.edu.

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WEDNESDAY JULY 25

FRIDAY JULY 27

WEDNESDAY AUG. 1

'Conversations with Jim Anderson & 'We are Women Warriors' Special Program on Power 96.5 (WUFO FM) :Guest Ted Kirkland; 7to 8p.m.

Special Class: Friday Fun & Fitness! Come Hustle for Health With Phyllis Caver at Gloria Parks, 3242 Maine St., 11 a.m. – 12p.m. Free for ages 55+ ca; 832-1010.

Hustle for Health Urban Line Dancing with Phyllis Caver at Gloria Parks: 3242 Main St. 11 a.m. - 1pm. FREE for ages 55+ 832 -1010

Dorie Miller Rifle & Pistol Club Meeting: Merriweather Library, 1324 Jefferson 6-7:30 p.m.

Hustle for Health Urban Line Dancing with Phyllis Caver at Gloria Parks: 3242 Main St, Buffalo. 11 a.m. - 1pm. FREE for ages 55+ 832 -1010 The Durham Central City Baby Café . Info and support for pregnant and breastfeeding moms 5:30 – 7:30 pm 200 Eagle St (716)427-0566.

Urban Line Dance Classes: St. Phillips, 15 Fernhill ; 6-8 p.m.; Cheri & Darel 200-9702.

THURSDAY JULY 26 BBQ at Delaware Park to end HIV Epidemic: 3-6 p.m., fhttps://endhivwny.com/ Board of Block Clubs Monthly Meeting: Belmont Resource Center, 1195 Main 7-8:15 p.m.

Free Legal Advice Clinic: Our Lady of Hope Church corner of Lafayette and Grant. 4:30 - 6:30 The Durham Central City Baby Café . Info and support for pregnant and breastfeeding moms 5:30 – 7:30 pm 200 Eagle St. (716)427-0566.

FRIDAY JULY 27 Special DVD Screening & Panel Discussion of Dr. Claud Anderson’s “Inappropriate Behavior: A. Roadblock to Empowerment”: 6-10 p.m. ,CAO, Free.

Beginners/Intermediate Line Dance Classes Every Friday 6pm Bethel AME Church Hall 1525 Michigan @ E.Ferry Ernestine, Instructor.

SATURDAY JULY 28 Screening of the Film “For Colored Girls”: 1-5 p.m., CAO Masten Resources Center, 1423 Fillmore Ave., free admission; (770)256-3271.

Summer Exercise/Fitness in MLK Park: 10 to 11 a.m., MLK Park at the Fillmore and Best near the MLK monument featuring Lala Woods of La’Movement low and high impact dance fitness. Free Mike's Smooth Urban Ballroom Dance Classes: 11 to 1 PM, Saturdays, Delavan-Grider Community Center, 877 E. Delavan Ave. 716-380-5100 class is $5 SUNDAY JULY 29 8th Annual Stop The Violence Memorial Celebration of Lives Lost Due to Homicides; free, MLK Park, 12 noon to 7 p.m. (near MLK head side).

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

Urban Line Dance Classes: St. Phillips, 15 Fernhill ; 6-8 p.m.; Cheri & Darel 200-9702.

THURSDAY AUG. 2 The Durham Central City Baby Café . Info and support for pregnant and breastfeeding moms 5:30 – 7:30 pm 200 Eagle St. (716)427-0566.

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