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INSIDE ROCHESTER

Rochester Slow Pitch Legends Honored

Baobab Cultural Center Events 728 University Ave., (585) 563-2145.

KWANZAA MEETINGS ANNOUNCED

Kwanzaa meetings this year to plan and implement the 2013 Kwanzaa Celebration will be held on Wednesdays at the Baobab Cutural Center 728 University Avenue from 5-6pm October 9th - December 18th. Join us to plan an exciting and wonderful Kwanzaa Celebration!

The Kimble Brothers were inducted into The Rochester Slow Pitch Hall of Fame recently at the Diplomat Party House They each were outstanding ball players in there own right. Pictured above at the induction ceremony (l-r) is James, Sam, Charlie and Lonny. Sam and Charlie are still very active in Rochester sports as Umpires for baseball, fast and slow pitch softball. James Kimble is also a member of the NYS USSSA Hall of Fame and Same Kimble will be inducted into the NYS USSSA Hall of Fame in March in Syracuse, NY. Congratulations!

TNT Presents Jackie Dozier with Marshall Spurlock Award True Networking Thursdays (TNT) recently presented The Marshall Spurlock Award to Jackie Dozier for her time and committment to TNT and the Rochester community. Pictured above, Jackie receives award from TNT president David McCleary TNT’s November Reception was held on November 21 at St. Luke’s Tabernacle Community 1261 Dewey Ave., Rochester. It was hosted by Down in the Dirt Productions TNT president David McCleary TNT’s Mission presents The Marshall Spurlock True Networking Thurs- Award to Jackie Dozier. days (TNT) is a resource collaborative that provides African-American agents of change and those new to the area with opportunities and pathways to reach personal and professional goals while ultimately strengthening our community. We Introduce, Inform, Interact, And Inspire. TNT’s vision is a thriving community where AfricanAmericans are a unified and undeniable force for positive and impactful change.

EDUCATIONAL SERIES African World History Class Tuesdays, 7:30-9 pm Hosted by Kiah Nyame The African World History class provides an ongoing experience of the contributions and achievements Africans and African-Americans have made throughout history. The class uses the historical experiences of African peoples to highlight the cultural values we share.Classes are open to the community - walk ins welcome. Donations are appreciated. RSVP YOGA WITH JIM THOMPSON 'Easy' Yoga with Jim Thompson. Classes take place Tuesday evenings 5:45 - 7:15. EDUCATIONAL SERIES West African Drumming and Dance Classes with Fana Bangoura *Drumming Classes: Saturdays, 10:30am-12:00pm at the Baobab *Dance: Sundays, from 2:00-3:30pm at Danc Encounters 215 Tremont St Open to students of all levels. Tuition for either class: $15 per session drop in; $10 for students with ID. No pre-registration necessary. CONTACT: kerfala.bangoura@gmail. com (503-679-3372; www.mounafanyi.org Now available at the center: The State of Black Rochester 2013 The State of Black Rochester 2013: Education + Employment = Equity, a 140-paperback, is a compilation of essays from prominent community leaders and experts and includes current data compiled by ACT Rochester.

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Breakfast With Santa! Breakfast with Santa will be held on Saturday December 7 from 9-11a.m. followed by noon shopping and a concert at The Cross of Christ Deliverance Temple, 597 N. Goodman Street. Join us for pancakes, waffles, bacon, sausage, eggs, drinks & pastries. Children up to 7 years old $5, 8-13 years $7, and Adults $10. Shopping with vendors will take place from 11:30 along

*The Housing Council Operating Rental Property Workshops, Sat. Dec. 14, The Housing Council, 75 College Ave., 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.; Sat. Jan. 25, East Rochester 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.; fee $35 per person; to register call 546-370com

with a Christmas Concert. Pictures with Santa will be Available. For more information contact Shantel Jones at sj42600@gmail.com/Mary

Bell 585-414-3809. Anyone interested in volunteering, donation of toys for the children, vendors, performers, your support is needed.( Operation Save ~A~ Life! Fundraising with Avon! Shop www.youravon. com/shanteljones)

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WNY AREA BRIEFS Youth Advocate Solar lngram Hosts New Show Youth advocate Solar Ingram, “the cpommunity’s daughter,” returns to her home station to host a new show on WUFO 1080 AM on Saturdays from noon to 1 p.m. titled A Lil T & T with the Mentor. A High School Coordinator for Bryant & Stratton College, Ms. Ingram has stayed true to the belief that our youth need to be heard. This show reflects their voice, their vision and their goals, she stated. Her show is designed to give young people the chance to voice their dreams, goals and challenges, and to be the resounding voice of hope for those teens who feel that they have been muted by society. The show welcomes resources who are armed and ready to deliver opportunity to make our youths vision a reality. For more information Contact Solar J. Ingram at (716) 605-4455

Peoples-Stokes Seeks Volunteers for Tree Lighting Ceremony After an enjoyable summer, due to the opening of the splash pad for all to enjoy at MLK Park, Assemblywoman Peoples-Stokes will be hosting her Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony on Saturday, December 14 from 2-5 p.m. The tree donated several years ago by Schnitel’s Nursery has been a sight to behold during the holiday season. This year, the Assemblywoman is sending out a request for at least 30 volunteers to assist with the event. The Tree Lighting ceremony is not only a chance to enjoy the holiday cheer, but also a time to remember the spirit of the season; faith, hope, love and charity to all mankind. Buffalo Olmsted Parks Conservancy’s president Thomas Mischler- Herrera partners with this project every year to highlight the park’s beautification improvements over the last 5 years. We are looking for people interested in various opportunities including hanging lights, singing carols, etc. For more information or if you are interested in being a volunteer, please contact the district office at 716.897.9714.

Applications Available For Mayor’s Citizens’ Participation Academy Applications for Mayor Byron Brown’s Citizens’ Participation Academy are now available. Classes for the free winter session are scheduled to begin on Tuesday, January 14, 2014. “We are looking forward to the next session of my Citizens’ Participation Academy,” said Mayor Brown. “ The Academy, created in fall 2006, was designed to give City of Buffalo residents a better understanding of local government by providing an interactive forum to learn firsthand about the structure and management of the City of Buffalo. During the Academy, participants will attend sessions that focus on education, public safety, community programs, and economic development. Commissioners and Directors will also meet with participants in an informal setting to discuss their department role and importance to the city. This free 10-session course is geared towards City of Buffalo residents, age 18 and older. Applications are available at the Division of Citizen Services, 218 City Hall - and on the City’s website (http://www.city-buffalo.com/cpa). Applications will be accepted until December 16, 2013.

White House Honors Local Omega Mentoring Program at Annual Scholarship Ball Keynote Speaker Thabiti Boone to present White House Service Award The Omega Mentoring Program, Inc., will host its Annual Scholarship Ball on Friday, November 29, from 6 -10 p.m. at the Hyatt Regency Hotel located at Two Fountain Plaza. This year’s keynote speaker, Thabiti Boone will present the White House Service Award to the Omega Mentoring Program. Boone serves as a member of President Barack Obama’s White House Fatherhood, Mentoring Initiative Cabinet. An inspirational public figure, a college basketball Hall of Famer and leader, he is also the International Representative for Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Fatherhood and Mentoring Initiative. Tickets for the affair are $25 and group rates are also available. The ball, which is soldout every year, will present a few step shows. In addition, a special memorial in honor of one of their alumni members, Kaylynn (Bland) Rhodes, who was killed in a motorcycle accident in Killeen, TX in 2011. Kaylynn, a native of Buffalo and graduate of Lafayette High School, was a founding member of the Omega Queens. At the age of 23, she was a promoted to U.S. Army Sergeant, a member of the Order of Eastern Star, and graduated with a degree in Radiology from Texas A & M University. The students in the program have been working hard to raise money for this event including hosting Fish Fry Dinner fundraisers and candy sales. The money raised is used to provide funds for college applications submitted by Omega Mentoring Program students. Every year, the students are a sight to behold in their beautiful gowns and debonair tuxedos; Queens and Gentlemen they definitely are! This Annual Ball takes place alongside the Annual “Festival of

Youth from the Omega Mentoring Program

Trees” held at the Hyatt, and is a breathtaking sight to see. The Omega Mentoring Program is an organization of committed volunteers and mentors who inspire and motivate at-risk youth towards college through one-on-one mentoring. The program is comprised of the Omega Gents who were started in 1999 and the Omega Queens who were founded in 2003. The program’s director, Cedric Holloway, a 28-plus year-veteran of the Buffalo Police Department. “The key to personal success is education,” stated Holloway. The program stresses community service and being responsible young ladies and gentleman. This ball is a culmination of their hard work throughout the year, and an opportunity for alumni who attend various institutions such as Howard University, Morehouse University, St. John’s Uni-

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versity, North Carolina A & T, Niagara University, and Buffalo State College, to see how the program has grown and to celebrate its accomplishments. Every year the ball is sold out, and is a testament to the efforts of the students and the mentors.” For more information on the Annual Scholarship Ball and the program’s activities, please contact Omega Mentoring at 716.299.8078 or at omegamentoring@yahoo.com

Holiday Garbage Pick Up Schedule

A reminder from the City of Buffalo Department of Public Works: that garbage and recyclables will be picked up as regularly scheduled on Thursday and Friday of this weeand will not be affected by the Thanksgiving Holiday.

Have a Safe, Happy & Prosperous Holiday! GIVE THANKS!

Buffalo United Charter School Named Finalist For School of the Year GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.— National Heritage Academies (NHA), a national charter school management company based in Grand Rapids, Mich., named Buffalo United Charter School a finalist for an Eagle Award for School of the Year. “It is an honor to be named a finalist in such a prestigious category,” said Tammy Messmer, principal at Buffalo United Charter School. “NHA has so many high quality schools and to be named one of three finalists is a wonderful feeling. Our teachers, students, parents, and Board of Directors all play an integral part in our school’s success. We work hard to ensure our students receive a quality, individualized education. When they leave our school we want them to be prepared for high school and college.” School of the Year finalists are selected based upon outstanding academic performance and strong performance in other critical success factors for schools that have enrolled grades K – 8. During the 2012-13 school year, Buffalo United Charter School was one of the best academic schools in the city ranking 14th out of 43 city schools. BUCS outperformed their local district in 79 percent of grade and subject combinations on the New York state assessment. This is the 13th year NHA honored its top performing schools with the Eagle Awards. It evaluates schools for an Eagle Award in eight areas: Employee Engagement, Parent Satisfaction, Enrollment and Attrition, State Accountability, Academic Growth, Taking Flight, Soaring to New Heights, and School of the Year. NHA’s system of schools is designed to eliminate achievement gaps and provide school choice to families, with the clear objective of preparing children for success in high school, college, and beyond.

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HEALTH MATTERS

December 1st is World AIDS Day World AIDS Day is held on 1 December each year and is an opportunity for people worldwide to unite in the fight against HIV, show their support for people living with HIV and to commemorate people who have died. World AIDS Day was the first ever global health day and the first one was held in 1988. *Although African Americans are only 13% of the U.S. population, they account for 44% of HIV infection cases in 2010. *African American males have almost 7.8 times the AIDS rate as White males. *African American females have 23 times the AIDS rate as white females. *African American men are 7 times as likely to die from HIV/AIDS as NonHispanic White men. *African American women are 15 times as likely to die from HIV/AIDS as NonHispanic White women. *African American children are twice as likely to be diagnosed with HIV infection, as compared to the White children. *In 2011, African Americans were 8.6 times more likely to be diagnosed with HIV infection, as compared to the White population.

HEAP Outreach

Betty Jean Grant 2nd District Erie County Legislator will host a H.E.A.P. Outreach on Thursday, December 5 from 9A.M. – 4 P.M. at the Delavan Grider Community Center, 877 E. Delavan Avenue. GENERAL HEAP: First time applicants for this Year do not need a final disconnection notice. Please bring proof of income, number in household, address and current gas bill. EMERGENCY HEAP:

Applicants must have final disconnection notice.Please bring: Proof of income, checking and savings account information, number in household, address and utility shutoff notice/current gas bill.

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Act now! HEAP is open. If you need help paying your heating bills, or know someone who does, the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) can help. Applications are now being accepted. However, funds are very limited and will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. Don’t delay, apply now. A little help can make a big difference. For more information, or to see if you qualify, visit HEAPhelps.com, call 1-877-443-2743 or apply online at mybenefits.ny.gov.

HEAPhelps.com // 1-877-443-2743 mybenefits.ny.gov Grant amounts vary and will be provided only while HEAP funding remains available. Additional assistance may be available for those with a heating emergency. The maximum Regular HEAP grant for customers that use natural gas to heat their homes is $450. HEAP grants are immediately posted to customer accounts when they are received from New York State.

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FAITH BASED

First Holy Temple FGBS to Host “Family Symposium”

The Ambassadors for Christ and Missionary Society of First Holy Temple FGBS, Apostle M. Daniel, Visionary, is having a “Family Symposium” on Friday, December 6 at 7 p.m. at 703 Fillmore Avenue. Guest Speakers:Rev. Dr. Sennie Reed; Evangelist Lorene Lucas and Pastor Kimberly Brooks.

Each speaker will focus on the family according to biblical scriptures as well as today’s modern/current lifestyles according to Genesis 1:27 and John 3:16. This is a wonderful opportunity to come out for fellowship as well as obtaining better knowledge and understanding of creating and raising up families according to the word of God.

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True Bethel Annual Christmas Bazaar True Bethel Senior Fellowship Ministry Annual Christmas Bazaar will be held on Saturday, November 30 from 10 AM to 3PM at 907 E. Ferry Street. There will be many of our community’s local business owners on hand.

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Buffalo’s Best Finalists!

Rev. DuBois

Evangelistic Temple Celebrating “60 / 40 / 27!” Evangelistic Temple and Community Church Center will be celebrating “60 / 40 / 27” : 60 years of age, 40 years of preaching, teaching and ministering to the Community, and 27 years of pastoring ! This celebration will begin on Friday, November 29 with a birthday party given by the family of our Pastor George DuBois. On Sunday, December 1, Pastor DuBois’ prodigal sons will be our guest speakers. On December 8, Pastor George W. DuBois Church home, Jordan Grove, will be our special guests, with Reverend CC Cox Jr. as our guest speaker at the morning worship service. All services begin with R.I.S.E. (Religious Instruction On Sunday for Everyone) at 9:30 a.m. and continue with morning worship service at 10:30 a.m. The Community is welcome to worship with us! We are located at 92 Hedley Place, between Jefferson Avenue and Meech Street. For more information, please feel free to call the Church office at 882-1432. We would like to take this opportunity to wish the Community a safe and joyful Thanksgiving and Christmas Holiday! VISIT THE NASH HOUSE MUSEUM

The Nash House Museum 36 Nash Street*856-4490 www.nashhousemuseum.org

Historic home of the late Rev. J. Edward Nash and Frances Jackson Nash. Open by appointment November - January

Buffalo’s Best Finalists! Pictured above are finalists in the WUFO Radio’s Buffalo’s Best: Dawn Wilson, Dontaya Sumpter, Beverly “Lil Beb” Geiger, Kimera Lattimore, Sandra Clay, Phillip Gains and David Vaughn Herring.WUFO Mix 1080AM sends a special congratulations to this year’s Buffalo’s Best finalists! Join us at 4pm on Dec.1 at the Tralf Music Hall for the Buffalo’s Best Meets Sunday Best Showcase. Advance Tickets $15, $20 at the Door. Visit www.wufoam.com or Call 834-1080 for details.

Remembering His Ministry Pastor Emeritus Richmond David Holloway, Jr. December 5-1928-November 6, 2013

Reverend Richmond David Holloway, Jr. was born on December 5, 1928 in Byhalia, Mississippi to the late Richmond David Holloway, Sr. and Freda Riley. At the age of 10 he was baptized at St. Matthew CME Church in Byhalia, Mississippi. At an early age as he preached his trial sermon at 13 in Marshall County, Mississippi. History recalls that he had to stand on a chair so the congregation could see him! While still in high school he pastored the Providence Baptist Church in Holly Springs, Mississippi. In 1953 he graduated from Rust College with a degree in Social Science. On December 26, 1953 he married the former Beatrice Street of Holly Springs, Mississippi. In 1963, Reverend R. D. Holloway and family left Laurel, Mississippi to begin his 46 year love affair with Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church in Buffalo, New York. While in Buffalo, his family expanded to include a son, Richmond David Holloway, III. Rev. Holloway participated in the Great Lakes Baptist Association where for a time; he served as the President and Dean and was an active member of the Empire State Missionary Baptist Convention. He also served as a Volunteer Chaplin at Erie County Medical Center (ECMC). He was honored with the naming of a street, Holloway Boulevard which runs through the Pilgrim Village Housing Development on the city’s east side. He demonstrated his belief in mentoring by sharing his wisdom, time and talent to developing the religious education of local ministers such as the late pastor Whitfield Washington, Jr., Pastor Herman Potts, Pastor Kinzer M. Pinter, Reverend Andrew Washington, Reverend Larry Harris, Reverend Keith Woods and others. In 1980 he was able to realize his dream of making a pilgrimage to the Holy Land. In later years he was also able to join in multi-faith tour to study religious principles and history in South Korea. In the midst of his works and service he sadly bid an earthly good night to his wife of 44 years. In 1998 Reverend Holloway married the former Pauline Ferguson. Two daughters Latasha and Shalonda and one grandson were added to their family. Reverend Richmond David Holloway, Jr. Departed this life on Wednesday, November 6, 2013. He leaves forever a grateful legacy in the form of his wife, Pauline, three chilContinued Page 13

Broken Into Pieces Author to Appear at Zawadi Books

“From Adversity and Abuse to being Used by God”

Karen Anderson Hardaway, author of Broken Into Pieces will sign copies of her book on Saturday, December 7 from 3-5 pm at Zawadi Books, 2460 Main Street. Broken Into Pieces has been described as “absoutely amazing.” Kare n Anderson Hardaway absolutely holds back nothing! This book shows how a person can come back from extreme adversity and abuse to become a person that is definitely being used by GOD to help others who may be going through or have gone through similar experiences. Rev. Hardaway's message is one of encouragement, inspiration, conviction and information. She was ordained to the ministry in 2008 and specifically ministers to hurting people and to those who are broken in the body of Christ, those who are and have been neglected, depressed, discouraged and in pain from emotional and physical abuse; all of which she has experienced herself. Her life is a testimony that "God is a God of second chances." Her book is available at Zawadi Books, 2460 Main Street For more information call 716-903-6740.

ENTERTAINMENT

AROUND TOWN Marnetta Saturday, November 30th 9pm… Eric Martin and Grand Slam Promotions “Old School Party”…Pearl Street…ticket $15 before 11/9 & $20 after…available at Hair to Go Natural and Doris Records….Great way to reconnect with friends that come home for the holiday…. Saturday, December 7th Will Holton’s 2nd Annual ‘Night of Stars’…The Tralf 8pm/doors@ 7pm…over 2 hours of music from some of Buffalo’s best artists… honoring Barbara Glover, Marcus Brown, Jeff Nixon Saturday,Nov. 30th @8pm K.Michelle at the Tralf with special guest Sevyn Streeter…$40 adv/$45 day of… Friday, December 13th, Friday Night Laughs… The Tralf featuring ‘Faizon Love’ hosted by Comedian Rob Stapleton…two shows…7:30 $20adv/$25day of show 9:30 $25adv/$30day of show more info tralfmusichall.com Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom opens in theatres this weekend Friday, November 29. A biographical film directed by Justin Chadwick from a script written by William Nicholson, the film is based on the 1994 book Long Walk to Freedom by anti-apartheid revolutionary and former South African President Nelson Mandela.

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ON STAGE The Beautiful Music Band

featuring “Peaches,” Saturday Novembe 23 (Thanksgiving Celebration) and December 21 (Christmas Party) & Dec. 28 at The New Humboldt Inn, E. Delavan & Humboldt Parkway; Also playing at the Seneca Niagara Casino Middle Stage, 9 p.m. - 1 a.m., Friday, Nov. 22.

Faith, Bilal and thJazz Example

Sat. Nov. 30, The Metropolitan, 1670 Main St., tickets $25 @ http://faithharris.com; $30 @ door.

Clybourne Park,

starring Buffalo’s own Barry Williams & Danica Riddick, Shea’s, Nov. 8 Dec. 1; Thursdays @ 7:30 p.m; Fridays & Saturdays @ 8 p.m.; Sundays at 2 p.m.; tickets $35 & $17 students @ Shea’s Ticket Office.

Orchestra Rehearsal

Rehearsal for the Larry Salt er Soul Orchestra is held every Tuesday from 7-9 p.m. the public is invited. Call first. (716) 855-9383

AUDITIONS The Paul Robeson Theatre will hold auditions for its February production of "Branches From The Same Tree" on Mon. Dec. 2nd and Wed. Dec. 4th at 7pm. Please call in advance for an appointment 884-2013. Paulette D. Harris is artistic director.

The Sunset Limited

on stage @ Paul Robeson Theatre at the Afrian American Cultural Center, 350 Masten Ave., Nov. 8 - Dec. 1; Fri/Sat. 8 p.m.; Sun. 4 p.m.; $25, seniors/students $22; 884-2013 Lupe Fiasco and the YouthPreview tour, Friday, Nov. 29, The Rapids Theatre, 1711 Main St. Niagara Falls, N.Y. www.RAPIDSTHEATRE.COM or call Sizzla One of the most critically 205-8925. successful contemporary Pappy Martin Love reggae artists on stage Supreme Jazz and Tuesday, Dec. 3, doors Love Supreme School open 6:30 p.m., The Rapids of Music Pre-Kwanzaa Theatre, 1711 Main St. Celebration, Dec.7, 11 Niagara Falls, NY; www. a.m. – 2 p.m., Wegman’s RAPIDSTHEATRE.COM Amherst Store. or call 205-8925.

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Line Dance Classes *Urban Line Dance classes by Cheri, 716-2009702 will be held: Monday’s at the 600 Club, North & Fox 7-9 p.m. Tuesdays at New Humboldt Inn, 8-10 p.m.; the last Tuesday of each month Ballroom classes. Wednesdays at St. Phillip’s, 15 Fernhill from 6 to 8 p.m. *Miss Barbara Tuesdays at St. John Baptist church Family Life Center,184 Goodell St. 6 pm: Instructor Barbara Glover

ENTERTAINMENT

Keeping The Faith!

Buffalo Born Jazz Artist, Faith Harris Returns Thanksgiving Weekend For Special Hometown Peformance BY CELESTE LAWSON

n Saturday, November 30, (Ann) Faith Harris, jazz singer and songwriter, returns to Buffalo to give her first hometown performance in 20 years at the Metropolitan Entertainment Complex on 1620 Main Street. Harris, born, raised, and educated in Buffalo, in a career move, relocated first to Albany, New York, where she completed her Ph.D. and went on to accept posts in Indiana, and now in Atlanta, GA. However, her first love has always been and remains music and throughout it all, she has sustained and evolved as an accomplished and stylized jazz vocalist and composer. Dereke Clements, founder and CEO of JazzWorld, Inc. describes Faith Harris and her latest CD “The Time Is Right,” as “smoothly weaving melodic, rhythmic interludes with her uniquely distinct, crystal clear vocals.” Faith has sustained a love and passion for Buffalo – still home to her family and closest friends, and is excited to bring her love of music and performance to her hometown. There will be two performances on Saturday, November 30, the first at 8 pm and the second at 10:30 p.m. where Faith Harris will be accompanied by local favorite Bilal Abdullah and his jazz ensemble. Bilal is best known for his weekly gig at the Anchor Bar with musicians Doug “Trigger” Gaston on piano, bassist, Greg Piontek, Lester Robinson on drums, trumpet player, Tim Clark and Chuck Buffamonte on guitar with popular band leader, Bilal Abdullah playing saxophone.

*Willa J. Line Dance, Tuesdays & Wednesdays 10:30 a.m., Martha Mitchell Center, 175 Oakmont; Thursdays Schiller Park Center, 60 and Better! 10:30 a.m.; 444-2046

ON STAGE LISTINGS ARE FREE!

IMANI- FAITH! Photo from “back in the day” with Imani Music Workshop and (Ann) Faith Harris on keyboards (left).

Harris’ CD is a compilation of original compositions as well as beloved jazz standards that have been re-arranged and spritzed with Faith’s particular style of vocal interpretation.

Her performance career was launched early in life. During her immediate postcollege years she earned a BA in both vocal performance and Black Studies and formed the Imani Music Workshop, a mass choir and collective of musicians that showcased the artistic contributions made by African Americans. It was during a time when awareness of contemporary Black culture hit the national and world-wide stage and exploded in a second renaissance here in Buffalo and across the nation. She later restructured Imani Music Workshop into a smaller ensemble of only seven singers and a rhythm section that toured the east coast and Canada where the band opened for music giants such as Freddie Hubbard, Stevie Wonder, the OJays, and Earth, Wind & Fire. The Saturday, November 30th performance will be an evening of joyful noise and reunion of artistic collaborators. The event, entitled “ Music, Muse and Martinis,” will also offer audience members an open bar of beer, wine and martinis along with hors ‘d’oeuvres for a single ticket price of $25 in advance and $30 at the door. Faith Harris’ CD, “The Time Is Right,” will also be for sale. Advance tickets can be purchased at Flight 104, a boutique located at 102 Elmwood Avenue near Allen Street - stop in Tuesday thru Saturday from 2 to 6 p.m. or call 716.310.0217. Tickets are also available from the Metropolitan Entertainment Complex. You can call Raymond at 716.440-5171. Or you can buy directly from the Faith Harris website at: http://faith-harris.com/. The website also offers samplings from the CD. This is a show you don’t want to miss!

The Amazing Ahmad Pleasant

Scholarship Benefit Set for Talented Young Musician

he Odyssey Jazz Band, featuriang Pamela R. Smith, is hosting a college scholarship benefit cconcert for Ahmed Pleasant on Friday, December 6 at 6 p.m.concert at The Colored Musicians Club, 145 Broadway, on December 6 at 6 pm. Admission is $25. For more information call Arlene at (716) 860-7481 or Andrew at (716) 635-4635. -History at The ClubAt the Colored Musicians Club, Ahmad stands out; he’s the only one in middle school who brings his parents to practice and has to finish his homework before playing with the guys. Yet Ahmad is just much in his element belting songs alongside seasoned jazz musicians as he causing havoc at recess. Driven by a com¬petitive spirit, thanks to True Bethel Baptist Church and Pastor Darius G. Pridgen, Ahmad first picked up a saxophone when he was six-years-old with the intent to surpass his older brother’s talent as a trumpet player. Whether or not he follows his dream to become a lawyer or pursues his talent as a saxophonist. Ahmad will always have a place in history as the youngest musician to play with the Larry Salter Soul Orchestra at the Colored Musicians Club. He was only 7-years-old when he started and now he’s 11-years-old. A lot of people are wondering what he Continued Page 12

10 BPS Report:The Putrid Quagmire

or this installment of our report, the intent was shift from the heavy, heart wrenching reality that most of our children are facing in Buffalo Public Schools. The idea was to add balance to the picture by focusing on our own bright and promising vision for our children, which we fully intend to bring into fruition. Recent events, however, have demonstrated that we are still in the season of awakening; of coming to terms with the truth of what we have already described as a putrid quagmire of greed, theft, conspiracy, collusion, and cover-up, all hiding behind the façade of service to our children. By now you have heard of the widely publicized letter that was sent home to parents by a teacher at the BUILD Academy School. For those of us whose primary source of news is our community grapevine, here is the letter in its entirety: URGENT NOTICE!!! PLEASE READ: Several children in Pre-K ages 3-4 are coming to school (sometimes daily) with soiled, stained, or dirty clothes. Some give off unpleasant smells and some appear unclean and unkept. Parents please take care of this matter. It is a health and safety conSabirah cern. It also makes it difficult for me to be close to them or even want to Muhammad touch them. Enough said Please sign and return so I know you’ve read this Thank you. The teacher signed her name to this hand written letter, and drew a line for both the parent and the child to sign. We printed it as she did, with missing comas and periods, using the word “unkept”, which should properly have been “unkempt.” In our last report, we noted that “we have consigned our children to being “taught” by “teachers” who have a failing grade.” In addition to providing written proof of her academic incompetence, the letter supplies a more than adequate example of the putrid heart that could hold such an obviously contemptible opinion of babies…3 and 4 year-old babies. They don’t dress or wash themselves, and are subject to conditions they were born into. It is a heart that feels no regret for transmitting the message to them that they are filth, which she has spoken in words and surely communicates non-verbally, with every snatch of the crayon, and with revulsion in her tone. This heart gives no thought to safeguarding self-esteem, has no desire to handle a delicate situation delicately, discreetly, or respectfully, and isn’t even looking for a solution. This letter is written to slap somebody for an offense, with a healthy dose of public shaming by exposure to all of the parents – not just the offending culprits. –And how disrespectful to parents: “Enough said.” Then, after chastising both parent and child, a preschooler who may not even be writing… is expected to sign! Enter the quagmire; the painful but necessary acknowledgment of the fact that yes, this teacher is one of our own, fully indoctrinated in the mode and the mind of the overseer, presiding over the incubator in which our babies will learn to reject and loath themselves, and to accept the same from society. The incubator is the historic and legendary BUILD Academy, established as the paragon of community cooperation, self-respect, and self-love. Now is not the time to claim that “all teachers are not like this,” or that “all schools are not like this.” Now is the time to realize that leadership sets the tone for that over which it has charge, and that some situations are absolutely generalizable. But until we are able to digest the notion that a people who won’t treat us right, surely won’t teach us right, the least that we can do is eliminate this particular scourge from the classroom. To even consider allowing this “teacher” to remain over children is to continue the despicable practice of protecting adults at the expense of vulnerable children. The DPCC (District Parent Coordinating Council) has already voiced our demand that she be removed. The teachers’ union is calling for her to receive a counseling memo in her file. Their practice is to circle the wagons around any and all teachers, thereby protecting the jobs of all of them, regardless of circumstances. This is and example of the greed, conspiracy, collusion and cover-up that we have charged. It’s our understanding that all of the school board members have agreed that this woman does not need to be in a classroom. That acknowledgment may or may not translate into policy, because again, we’re not talking about their children. The position that we are offering for your consideration is that the proper response in this case would have been to investigate the home situation from which unkempt children were coming, and to ascertain what supportive services could be offered to those parents. We maintain that the letter written by this woman exposes such a level of contempt for the children in her charge that it has already significantly damaged their self-esteem, and would continue to do so should she remain. Hers is not an environment that’s conducive to learning. We dare to suggest that in the event that some unfortunate circumstance has intervened in the ability of one or some mothers to maintain of a clean and orderly home and family, a sense of sisterhood should cause us to want to cover down and provide assistance, rather than expose and humiliate one another. Really, is it hard to imagine such circumstances in a world that hates, sabotages, and under develops us? We dare to remind ourselves of a time when we felt ownership of and connection to all of our children in the extended family that survived even the horrors of the slave experience. Rue the day when our children can’t find love, acceptance, and refuge in the bosom of their own mothers. As for our sister who was unsophisticated enough to demonstrate what so many hide so well, we love her too, but she absolutely cannot have our babies. No matter who you are, if you don’t love ‘em, you can’t teach ‘em. These two are one and the same. That’s it, and that’s all. If you would like to join the demand for this teacher’s removal, (fired…not shuffled around)…send your letters to Superintendent Pamela Brown at pcbrown@buffaloschools. org, or to School Board president Barbara Nevergold at banevergold@buffaloschools.org.

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The Need For Reform Of The Public Educational System(S) Throughout America Part 2 of a 3-Part Series In Ancient Khemit, education was of paramount importance. It was a foundational principle of the social ethos and was highly valued. This was expressed in the social edict which stated: “Man/Woman, Know Thyself”. The belief that human beings, when made conscious through the process of education, were inextricably connected to the consciousness of The Divine, was held to be sacred. To know oneself, was to know The Divine, and in knowing the Divine all things were possible and achievable. That principle that was held sacred in the ethos of Ancient Khemit . It was embodied in the concept of Ma’at. The idea of Ma’at was a first truth, of cosmic, universal reality. It was believed that within Ma’at there are seven aspects that support the foundations of all universes. These aspects are Truth, Order, Justice, Harmony, Balance, Propriety and Reciprocity. Both in the life of individuals and in the social order those seven principles were promoted as the ideal, the right way of thinking and behaving in the world, as it was reflected in the universe(s). The Ancient Khemites/Egyptians, believed that when people lived their lives according to the upholding of those principles of Ma’at, everyone would achieve their highest potential, as individuals and as a society, or group of communities.

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From those ancient times, the real goal of education was to structure curriculums that prepared each generation to take on the responsibility of improving upon the individual and social order through the promotion of and enhancement of lives lived according to the principles of Ma’at. The social order, community life, was improved through the improvement of the individual who was taught to appreciate, respect and live by the principles of Ma”at. At no time was the individual seen to be, or even allowed to be, treated as separate from the community, or imbued with goals that were exclusive to him/or herself. Students were taught to give their all to the community because the community would provide for all of their developmental needs to produce and prosper, irrespective of gender or class. In this talk I will not delve into the specifics of the curriculums which promoted such a high degree of civilization in those ancient times. Here, I will only touch upon those aspects of our present educational system that fly in the face of the highest ideals of promoting the best in all of our citizens. There is a distortion of the goal of education in the American public educational system. That distortion is fueled by racism. Yes, I said it. The R word! RACISM. The racism and distortions that I refer to effect not only millions of Black children, who are subjected to the false images of white supremacy infused in the text and other reading and visual materials in America’s classrooms. White children’and all others who are deluded into a belief that one human being is superior to another based on the color of their skin, where they come from or how much money their parents have or don’t have, are also negatively impacted. The reading and visual images that portray these delusions are compounded by the lies, omissions of truth, and evasion of subject matter. Such racism, overt as well as subtle, actually teaches Black children that they have no real stake or share in the improvement of American society, and no need or possibility to improve themselves through education except to get a job working for somebody else. It also gives White children the false sense of entitlements and privilege and the sense that they are above personal or social responsibility or accountability, instead of teaching that all children share in the wonder and potential of the Universe. Conversely, non-whites are taught that they actually have no bona-fide interest that would inspire them to be mutual contributors to the enrichment and development of society, except as competitors with each other, to scrape up the leftovers of white skin privilege. In analyzing the effects of the American public educational system, on Black children, it becomes glaringly apparent that the public school system, for the most part, to which most Black children are constrained, does not promote productivity, nor provide the means of achieving it, for Black children to fulfill their potential. In addition to the problems that emanate from the inaccurate and inappropriate ideas forced into the minds of Black children, in particular, there are inequities in funding and supply that result in either inferior teaching tools, or the complete lack thereof. In too many inner city schools, computer, science and math labs are at best inferior, or even non-existent in too many cases. The majority of teachers are non-Black and most are not only apathetic towards the true potential of their Black students, but are fearful of their students as well. There is no cultural sensitivity training required of such teachers and this often results in a kind of silent antagonism that is antithetical to teaching and learning.

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he Scottsboro Boys were nine Black teenagers accused of rape in Alabama in 1931. The landmark set of legal cases from this incident dealt with racism and the right to a fair trial. The case included a frameup, an all-White jury, rushed trials, an attempted lynching, an angry mob, and is an example of an overall miscarriage of justice. On March 25, 1931, several people were hoboing on a freight train traveling between Chattanooga and Memphis, Tennessee. Several white teenagers jumped off the train and reported to the sheriff that they had been attacked by a group of black teenagers. The sheriff deputized a posse, stopped and searched the train at Paint Rock, Alabama, arrested the black teenagers, and found two young white women who accused the teenagers of rape. The case was first heard in Scottsboro, Alabama in three rushed trials, where the defendants received poor legal representation. All but thirteen-year-old Roy Wright were convicted of rape and sentenced to death, the common sentence in Alabama at the time for Black men convicted of raping White women.[1] But with help from the American Communist Party, the case was appealed. The Alabama SuContinued Page 14

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dear editor... A Very Special “Hidden Colors” Thank You! Dear Editor I would like to also thank everyone who came out to see the film Hidden Colors 2: The Triumph of Melanin on Friday, November 1 at the Market Arcade Theater and Arts Center. The theater was packed! The wonderful thing about it was the fact that there were so many young people present, especially Black males and college students in general. I was informed that there were people standing in the back of the room. People came from out of town to see the film and to meet the filmmaker Tariq Nasheed. He has a following from across the country. Brother Tariq had such a beautiful spirit about him. He took the time to answer questions about the film. There was a long line of people at the end waiting for him to sign autographs and to have an opportunity to have a picture made with him. There were a number of individuals who purchased a block of tickets for this program or made a donation. A special thank you to Betty Jean Grant, Councilman Demone Smith, L. Nathan Hare, David Blackburn, Doug Ruffin, Jacqueline and Larry Stitts, Assemblywoman Crystal Peoples-Stokes and Rev. Darius Pridgen for their support. Thanks also to Mayor Brown and all other elected officials who presented a proclamation to Brother Tariq. Whether you purchased tickets or helped in any other way, thank you very much. This program could not have been as successful without the media. The Challenger and the Criterion did an awesome job of publicizing the showing of the film Hidden Colors 2. Special thanks also to WUFO radio and Rod Watson of the Buffalo News. - Eva M. Doyle

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Toronto’s Crack Smoking Mayor : ‘Real News’ or Exploitation by the Media? Dear Editor: This letter is directed at the Today Show and other mainstream media outlets. Why was the Mayor of Toronto with a substance abuse problem recently the Today’s Show lead story? Is this really news or exploitation?? Why not do an in-depth story on how people can get some help? Its interesting watching so many pointing a finger at Mayor Rob Ford in Toronto, laughing at his crack addiction when so many have addictions of their own.. How many folks are walking around high on meth? High on E? High on pain killers and other prescriptions drugs? How Mayor Ford many are walking around drunk every weekend? The folks at the Today Show need to be doing shows on why so many people are getting high. What harsh, hopeless realities are folks trying to escape from… Last I checked the good ole US of A is where the largest amount of drugs are consumed globally. The War on Drugs is a multi-billion dollar a year industry. The massive drug wars that have ravaged parts of Mexico and South America are all connected to American addictions, but we’re laughing and pointing fingers at the Mayor of Toronto? Before we get to high and mighty about a Mayor’s substance abuse problem in a city where most of us have never been and will probably never visit, you better be more concerned about the Wall Street bankers tanking the economy and trying to privatize everything under the sun...guys who who are high on coke.. and addicted to money and power.. Worry about the out of control cop with a quick temper and paranoid persona who is hopped up on steroids and God knows what when patrolling our streets. Worry about the 13 or 14-year-old doing stick ups and home invasions in our community who is high on meth, E, lean, molly and all sorts of new designer drugs.. How can we get them sane again? Yes we get it, watching someone do crazy things while high on crack has its funny moments. But we can leave that to comedians like Dave Chappell and Chris Rock. When it shows up as lead stories on the daily newscasts it’s a disservice and a distraction from more issues, like whats getting taken out of the new federal budget over the next 3 weeks..do a story on that!. Talk about the Supreme Court refusing to hear a court case challenging domestic spying recently in spite of the hundreds of thousands who signed petitions and the millions who

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Bullies, Modern Day Depots and The Outrageous Attack on Dr. Barbara Seal Nevergold…

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he contrived fight between Carl Paladino and Dr. Barbara Seals Nevergold over her position as Buffalo School Board president is a perfect example of how to keep decent, intelligent people out of public service. Dr. Nevergold has always been a person that works to uplift people. In 1999 Dr. Nevergold and Peggy Brooks-Bertram, founded Uncrown Queens Institute that strives to promote the collection and dissemination of the individual histories of women, women’s organizations and women’s collective history; and to teach and educate women on the use of technology to preserve and disseminate their histories. The Uncrowned Queens Institute brought positive reinforcement to all the women involved and positive national publicity to the City of Buffalo. Dr. Nevergold holds a Ph.D. in Counseling and has taught French and has always participated in community activities. Over the years she has worked on a variety of community boards and committees. Her intellect is far beyond common. Personality wise, she is humble, graceful and intelligent and the mother of some very smart off spring. Now she is being challenged by school board member Carl Paladino who some say represents the worst in people. Labeled as a “bombastic Buffalo Businessman,” the former conservative candidate for Governor who lost to Governor Cuomo in the last election, has millions of dollars he can spend to manifest his far right wing policies. Phil Rumore, long time school union head said Paladino, “appeals to the lowest instincts of man.” He has turned his destructive capabilities on a woman who has spent a major portion of her time in city improvement. It is hard to defeat a person with so much money and a Tea Party spirit of negativity. In attacking Dr. Nevergold over a technicality, he has gone too far. Allowing Paladino to attack decent people at will, tends to signal future leaders stay out of the public arena because there are bullies and modern day depots lurking to destroy their lives and reputations. This is no way for Buffalo to build a vibrant community!

expressed grave concerns. Talk about Senator Dianne Feinstein awarding her husband billions in contracts to take over postal service buildings which they are trying to privatize . Lets talk about those conflicts of interests. At the very least we should be examining this Mayor’s policies . Is he right wing? Left wing? A profiteer? A privatizer? If we are suddenly gonna cover news in Canada how about giving some press time to the Idle No More Movement and the Native resistance against the Keystone XL Pipeleine. If we’re gonna cover Canada how about alerting folks to the fact more than a million people were in the streets of Montreal last year protesting education cuts.. Give that some air time Today show. Here’s another thing we should be concerned about.Why hasn’t this Mayor been arrested if he violated the law? The same laws that often see many others locked behind bars... –Mr. Davey D DaveyD’s Hip Hop Corner

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LEGAL INDEX NO.: 800164/13. Filed Date: 11/04/2013. SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS AND NOTICE. MORTGAGED PREMISES: 537 LASALLE AVENUE A/K/A 537 LA SALLE AVENUE, BUFFALO, NEW YORK 14215. (SBL #: 79.73 – 5 – 8). Plaintiff designates Erie County as the place of trial; venue is based upon the county in which the mortgaged premises is situate. STATE OF NEW YORK. SUPREME COURT: COUNTY OF ERIE. HSBC BANK USA, N.A., Plaintiff, -againstERIKA L. HARRISON A/K/A ERIKA HARRISON, if living, and if dead, the respective heirs at law, next of kin, distributees, executors, administrators, trustees, devisees, legatees, assignors, lienors, creditors and successors in interest, and generally all persons having or claiming under, by or through said defendant who may be deceased, by purchase, inheritance, lien or otherwise of any right, title or interest in and to the premises described in the complaint herein, and their respective husbands, wives or widows, if any, and each and every person not specifically named who may be entitled to or claim to have any right, title or interest in the property described in the verified complaint; all of whom and whose names and places of residence unknown, and cannot after diligent inquiry be ascertained by the Plaintiff, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK, NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE, MARK CARNEY, ATLANTIC CREDIT & FINANCE, INC., Defendants. 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 20 days after the service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service (or within 30 days after service is complete if this Summons is not personally delivered to you within the State of New York). In case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint. NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME IF YOU DO NOT RESPOND TO THIS SUMMONS AND COMPLAINT BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE MORTGAGE COMPANY WHO FILED THIS FORECLOSURE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT, A DEFAULT JUDGMENT MAY BE ENTERED AND YOU CAN LOSE YOUR HOME. SPEAK TO AN ATTORNEY OR GO TO THE COURT WHERE YOUR CASE IS PENDING FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ON HOW TO ANSWER THE SUMMONS AND PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY. SENDING PAYMENT TO YOUR MORTGAGE COMPANY WILL NOT STOP THIS FORECLOSURE ACTION. YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT. NOTICE OF NATURE OF ACTION AND RELIEF SOUGHT THE OBJECT of the above captioned action is to foreclose a Mortgage to secure $ 56,150.00 and interest, recorded in the Office of the Clerk of Erie on July 23, 2004, at Book 13175, Pg. 9603, covering premises known as 537 LASALLE AVENUE A/K/A 537 LA SALLE AVENUE, BUFFALO, NEW YORK 14215 – SBL #: 79.73 – 5 – 8. The relief sought in the within action is a final judgment directing the sale of the premises described above to satisfy the debt secured by the Mortgage described above. The Plaintiff also seeks a deficiency judgment against the Defendant and for any debt secured by said Mortgage which is not satisfied by the proceeds of the sale of said premises. TO the Defendants ERIKA L. HARRISON, the foregoing Summons is served upon you by publication to an Order of the Hon. SHIRLEY TROUTMAN of the Supreme Court of the State of New York, and filed on October 22, 2013, with the Complaint in the County of Erie, State of New York. The property in question is described as follows: 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. 46, Township 11, Range 7 of the Holland Land Company’s Survey, according to map filed in the Erie County Clerk’s Office under Cover Map No. 998, is known as Subdivision Lot Number 496. Dated: New Rochelle, N.Y. November 4, 2013. McCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, P.C. By: /s/________________ Jonathan Pollack, Esq. Attorneys for Plaintiff 145 Huguenot St., Ste. 210 New Rochelle, NY 10801 p. 914-636-8900 f. 914-636-8901 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 COMPLAINT IN THIS FORECLOSURE ACTION, YOU MAY LOSE YOUR HOME. PLEASE READ THE SUMMONS AND COMPLAINT CAREFULLY. YOU SHOULD IMMEDIATELY CONTACT AN ATTORNEY OR 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 non-profit 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 Banking Department at 1-877-226-5697 or visit the Department's website at 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.

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dren, Charmette D. Miller (sons Donny B. Allen and family and David Anthony Miller). J. Katrina Holloway and Richmond David Holloway, II and two step-daughters, Latasha S. Ferguson (son Andre A. Brooks, Jr.), Shalonda Deisha J. Williams (son Elijah C. Cook, daughters Zaria J. Williams and Zamarria L. Williams). He also leaves to cherish his memory, sisters Dorothy Malone (Burnell) and Mary Rogers (Herschel) of Memphis, Tennessee; sister-in-law, Mary Ruth Street of Holly Springs, Mississippi; brothers-inlaw V. Donald Street of Holly Springs, Mississippi and Sandy Johnson of Chicago, Illinois; motherin-law Mozelle Jones of Buffalo, New York and sisters-in-law Georgia Dean (Samuel), Viola Mathis(David), Mozelle Sanders (Roland), Dorothy Billips, Martha Epps (Charles) and brothers-inlaw, James Jones, Charles Jones, Bobby Perkins (Patricia) and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

CLASSIFIED LEGAL NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF ERIE M&T Bank, Plaintiff, against John J. Jones, Heir to the Estate of Rosie B. Jones, Laquetta Jones, Heir to the Estate of Rosie B. Jones, Niles Jones, Heir to the Estate of Rosie B. Jones, Xavier Jones, Heir to the Estate of Rosie B. Jones, et al., Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly dated 10/7/2013 I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at Foreclosure Alcove, at Erie County Hall, State of New York on 01/07/2014 at 10:00AM, premises known as 212 Breckenridge Street, Buffalo, NY 14213 All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the City of Buffalo, County of Erie and State of New York, SECTION: 99.26, BLOCK: 6, LOT: 26. Approximate amount of judgment $25,682.06 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 3713/10. Sunil Bakshi, Esq., Referee FRENKEL LAMBERT WEISS WEISMAN & GORDON, LLP Attorney for Plaintiff, 53 Gibson Street, Bay Shore, NY 11706 Dated: November 4, 2013 1069056 11/27, 12/4, 12/11, 12/18 /2013

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back to prison. Clarence Norris, the oldest defendant and the only one sentenced to death, escaped parole and went into hiding in 1946. He was pardoned by George Wallace in 1976 after he was found, and wrote a book about his experiences. Norris, the last surviving defendant, died in 1989. On November 21, 2013, Alabama’s parole board voted to grant posthumous pardons to the Scottsboro Boys. The case is now widely considered a miscarriage of justice. The case has inspired, and has been examined in, literature, music, theatre, film and television.

“From Vick-Tim to Vick-tory: The Fall and Rise of Michael Vick” “From Vick-Tim to VickTory: The Fall and Rise of Michael Vick,” based on the newly published book of the same name by Ken Robinson, airs now thry December every Monday, at 7:30 pm on Time Warner Cable channel 20. Rebroadcast on Saturdays at 8 am.

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EVENTS CALENDAR

Wednesday November 27

Friday December 6

Gathering of the Local “Athletic Greats”: 8 p.m., New Humboldt Inn, Humboldt and E. Delavan Ave.; host Richard “The Lion Hearted” Clark.

Family Symposium: First Holy Temple FGBC, 703 Fillmore, 7 p.m.; 837-1462.

Family Fun Bowling Day: Every Wed. Kerns Bowling, 163 Kerns, 5-8 p.m. Hosted by Buffalo United Front. Durham’s Central City Baby Café: Every Wednesday & Thursday, 5:30-7:30 p.m., free supper; experienced moms and certified counselors available; bring the kids; for info call Doris @ 8856348. Saturday November 30 True Bethel Annual Christmas Bazaar: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., 907 E. Ferry St.. Total Package Sports Academy Basketball Youth Clinic: 9am-noon (5-6th grade); 1-4pm (7-8th grade), Tapestry Charter High School, 65 Great Arrow Ave.; $25 advance, $30 day of clinic; kferguson@totalpackagesports.org or kmccarley@totalpackage.com

Odyssey Jazz Band Scholarship Benefit for Ahmad Pleasant: Colored Musicians Club, 145 Broadway, 6 p .m.; $25; 434-3737, 8607481 or 635-4630. Eva M. Noles 2013 Scholarship & Community Recognition Event: 10:30 – 11 a.m., Roswell Park Cancer Institute, Gaylord Meeting Room, corner of Elm & Carlton Streets; RSVP 845-4557 or terry.alford@ roswelllpark.org Saturday December 7 Book Signing: Karen Anderson Hardaway, author of Broken Into Pieces, 3-5 pm atZawadi Books, 2460 Main Street. 716-903-6740 for info. Convening of the Elders: 12 noon to 5 p.m., Pratt Willert Community Center, 425 Pratt St.; 892-3462 for more info.

Sunday December 1

Zion Missionary Baptist Christmas Bazaar: 9am5pm, 179 E. Ferry @ Waverly, Van C. Thomas Fellowship Hall; interested vendors call 891-5119 or 248-6416.

WUFO’s 3rd Annual Buffalo’s Best Meets Sunday Best Gospel Singing Showcase: Tralf Music Hall, 622 Main St., 4 p.m.; tickets $15 advance, $20 @ door; available at WUFO Studios, 1 43 Broadway; 834-1080.

Will Holton’s 2nd Annual Night of the Stars: The Tralf Music Hall, 622 Main St., $25, $30 day of show; tickets at Walmart, Tralf, Doris Records or www.ticketmaster.com ; Group pricing 7045400.

Total Package Sports Academy Basketball Youth Clinic: 9am-noon (5-6th grade); 1-4pm (7-8th grade), Tapestry Charter High School, 65 Great Arrow Ave.; $25 advance, $30 day of clinic; kferguson@totalpackagesports.org or kmccarley@totalpackage.com

Pappy Martin Love Supreme & Love Supreme School of Music pre-Kwanzaa Celebration: Wegman’s Amherst Store, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Take part in this important community activity!

Thursday December 5 H.E.A.P. Outreach: 9 am4pm, Delavan Grider Community Center, 877 E. Delavan, hosted by Legislator Betty Jean Grant.

SEE YOU AT THE EVENTS!

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