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Resolutions or Results?

Reaching Your Goals in 2019

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City News Alderman Leslie Hairston Uses Donation from Mayor to Spread Holiday Cheer to Five Community Organizations Five community organizations in the 5th Ward will look forward to a bright 2019. Alderman Leslie Hairston presented ABJ Community Services, Lawrence Hall, C.H.A.M.P.S Male Mentoring Program, South Shore Drill Team and Hyde Park Art Center each with $4,000 checks toward their work with young people.

All of the organizations say they were surprised by the gift, but knew exactly how it would be used.

President & CEO of ABJ Community Services Inc., Victoria Brady, said the organization was beginning to focus more on arts and culture. “This will give us a definite boost in our new direction,” stated Brady. “I’m very excited.”

Vice president of Youth and Community Development at Lawrence Hall said the organization was starting to expand programs for parents to better support their children and get more input in the types of services they need. “This generous donation is really going to help boaster the services we can provide to parents,” explained Sean McGinnis.

Founder of C.H.A.M.P.S. Male Mentoring Program, Vondale Singleton, said the money would help fund at least two of its existing events. “We appreciate the opportunity to have some funds to put toward our Soul Food Saturday in February and the conference that we host every June with the South Shore Drill Team,” outlined Singleton.

South Shore Drill Team Founder and Executive Director Arthur Robertson said he planned to use the alderman’s dona-

(L-R) Victoria Brady, ABJ Community Services; Arthur Robertson, South Shore Drill Team; Sean McGinnis, Lawrence Hall South Shore; Kate Lorenz, Hyde Park Art Center; Ald. Leslie Hairston (C) and Vondale Singleton, C.H.A.M.P.S Male Mentoring Program represent the five 5th Ward organizations to each receive a $4,000 check toward their youth programming.

In keeping with the holiday spirit, Hairston paid the money forward after receiving a surprise contribution from Mayor Rahm Emanuel. tion toward competition fees. “We’re the only African American unit that competes and we have three groups that are going into competition,” said Robertson.

Executive Director of the Hyde Park Art Center, Kate Lorenz, said the surprise gift would go to offset programming fees.

“We’re a community and arts space,” said Lorenz. “Most of our programming is free and our mission is to make all of it free and this is going to help us do that.”

Hairston was able to give the money to the community organizations after receiving a $20,000 contribution from

Respite Funds Available for Caregivers Individuals with ongoing responsibility for caring for a person with a developmental disability or other special needs may be eligible for up to $500 in funds for respite care. The Illinois Respite Coalition (IRC), coordinated by Maryville, provides temporary relief for caregivers who may need time to themselves to tend to their own health or for other important matters.

“We recognize how important it is for caregivers to take care of themselves,” Maryville Executive Director Sister Catherine M. Ryan, O.S.F., said.

“For those who may not have the resources to take this time, this can be a way to find much needed relief.”

The IRC is dedicated to increasing public awareness of the importance of “Lifespan Respite,” promoting education and training for families, and advocating for support for caregivers by providing access to quality respite services for the residents of Illinois. It is funded by the Illinois Department of

Human Services.

The Emergency Respite Program is available to caregivers of individuals with developmental disabilities who are not receiving state-funded respite services and who are facing an emergency situation. This program serves people across the lifespan, so whether the caregiver is caring for a child or an adult, they may be eligible for respite funding. The funds can be used to hire a respite worker of their choice while they take some time to themselves.

Respite funds may be provided when a caregiver is facing an emergency which may include, but is not limited to, caregiver illness (mental or physical), family-related situations, caregiver hospitalization, bereavement, work emergencies and substance abuse issues.

To learn more about how to apply for funds, please go to www.illinoisrespitecoalition.org, or www.maryville.org.

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Mayor Rahm Emanuel’s campaign fund.

The 5th Ward alderman, who does not consider herself one of the outgoing mayor’s allies in City Council, was surprised by the contribution—especially, since she has been fighting to get a grocery store for six years.

“The windfall gave me an opportunity to help some deserving organizations continue the good work they’re doing in the 5th Ward. This is my way of paying it forward,” said Hairston, who represents parts of Hyde Park, South Shore, Greater Grand Crossing and Woodlawn.

Women Alliance To Host Mayoral Candidates Forum To ensure that Chicago women have the opportunity to learn where mayoral candidates stand on the issues they consider most essential, the more than 50 organizational members of the Chicago Women Take Action Alliance will hold a Mayoral Candidates Forum on Saturday, February 2, from 1 to 4pm at the Chicago Temple, 77 West Washington, Chicago, IL. The February 2nd Forum -- the third forum that the Alliance has sponsored -- will be preceded by the online posting of candidates responses to a questionnaire based on the CWTA Alliance Agenda created in 2014 and will be followed by the posting of results of a straw poll taken online at the Forums conclusion.

Based on past experiences, organizers expect the Mayoral Forum to be attended by nearly 700 people and seen on video by 10,000 or more. The event is free of charge but tickets are required. Tickets will be available in early January 2019. Visit ChicagoWomenTakeAction.com for more information.

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Resolutions or Results?

By Sharice Bradford Defender Contributing Editor Here we are greeting another January, and if you are like most people, you find yourself making the annual New Year’s Resolutions. When we ask our friends and families what they have on the horizon for the New Year, they share their resolutions with us, or they share their goals or desires for the coming year. Maybe they come up with something we were not thinking about, and we wonder if what they share may be a good fit for our lives. We may then make the decision to start our own list of New Year’s Resolutions.

What does your 2019 list look like? Lose weight, eat healthier, save more and spend less, spend more time with family and friends, get a new job, go back to school, write that book? The options are endless. And no matter how hard we try, we can all fall into the resolution trap. And no matter how much harder we try, if we are honest with ourselves, before the end of the first quarter, many of us have forgotten what our resolutions THE CHICAGO DEFENDER

Instead of making resolutions, look through your journal(s) or back to your vision boards to see where you were the previous January. What were your thoughts, your goals, your dreams, your aspirations? What did you want to achieve, what did you want to accomplish, what did you want to do with your life? Reflect on what you have done and what you may not have done 11-12 months later. were and those lists we made are nowhere to be found.

Several years ago, I made the conscious decision to NEVER make another resolution for the New Year. After years and years of disappointing myself and years and years of not losing the weight, not saving the money, not changing my eating habits--you know how it works--I got fed up and realized that I needed to do something different, something that would work for me. I figured out that I was just not a resolution person. I decided that resolutions were not a good fit for me.

I agree with the concept of creating new traditions or goals for the New Year. The start of the year is an exciting time to begin something new. January is a wonderful

time to restart the timer and work on getting things accomplished.

According to the Merriam-Webster online dictionary, January is derived from Janus, an ancient Roman god who was defined as the god of doorways and gates as well as the god of beginning. So how apropos that January is a time to start new journeys and adventures! But there are some practical things you can do to make the new year a new start—even without the list of resolutions.

Instead of making resolutions, look through your journal(s) or back to your vision boards to see where you were the previous January. What were your thoughts, your goals, your dreams, your aspirations? What did you want to achieve, what did you want to acwww.chicagodefender.com

complish, what did you want to do with your life? Reflect on what you have done and what you may not have done 11-12 months later. If you made a vision board in January, review the vision board to see what visions have manifested and what visions you need to continue to work to manifest. This is the foundation for a plan for the new year.

This period of reflection can help you to focus on results instead of resolutions. Looking back over your achievements and accomplishments can help you to put things in better perspective instead of the pressure that often comes when achieving or not achieving resolutions. By focusing on results, you will be able to celebrate your success and concen-

trate on creating more successful accomplishments in life. Results over resolutions should become your focus.

So how do you focus on results instead of resolutions?

1. It all begins in your mind.

Results have more of a positive connotation. When you focus on what is positive, you are more encouraged to work on those things.

Make sure that your mind is focused on the positive and focused on results.

2. Have an honest period of reflection about what you want to do and what you can realistically accomplish. We often take on more than we can realistically handle, which leads to not being able to make much progress. If you know that you have a hectic schedule already, DO NOT add anything to that schedule without first eliminating something else.

Do not add more to your life than you can realistically handle. This will prevent burnout and stress.

This will also help you achieve the results you are looking for. continued on page 4

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Cover Story 5 Tips Toward Good Health in the New Year Family Features While many people often wish maintaining good health was as easy as following an equation, health doesn’t have a start or end date. Once the allure of the new year wears off, it can be easy to let those resolutions go by the wayside.

When you focus on making small, positive changes, you can move your health goals forward throughout the year, no matter where you are on your health journey. To help stay on track, consider these easy-to-implement ideas from registered dietitian Annessa Chumbley: Write it down. Using a nutrition journal and keeping a record of everything you eat and drink can help track progress and reveal small changes that need to be made. Alternatively, downloading a fitness tracking app can help keep you accountable digitally. With a variety of options available for most operating systems, there is almost certain to be one to meet your needs, whether you’re looking for a companion app to track progress or something more in-depth to help guide you through workouts and meal planning.

Start your day with protein. A high-quality protein source can set the stage for sustained energy levels throughout the day. Having an on-the-go source of protein onhand, such as Premier Protein’s ready-to-drink chocolate and vanilla shakes featuring 30 grams of protein and 160 calories and 1 gram of sugar, can help ensure

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3. Don’t wait until January 1st (or any magical day) to start.

Results can happen immediately as soon as you make up your mind to do something. If working out is what you want to add to your life, start now; this will remove some of the resolution stigma, and you will have results as soon as you get started. With results, the sooner you start, the sooner you will see 4 January 2 - 8, 2019

you’re starting the day with a proper foundation for success.

Hydrate all day. Hydration is a foundation of good health. Before bed each night, put a 16-ounce bottle of water in the bathroom then drink it first thing in the morning for a daily energy boost. For an easy and healthy way to add flavor to your water during the day, consider putting an herbal tea bag of your choice in it. For example, Chumbley recommends ginger as a digestion-helper, mint as a caffeine-free way to awaken and chamomile to calm.

Make healthy swaps. Looking for alternatives is an easy way to eat healthy. Consider swapping out heavier carbs for vegetables such as grilled Portobello mushrooms as pizza crust or zucchini noodles instead of pasta. Swap mayo for avocado when eating egg, chicken or tuna salad. You can also use the sweetness of ripe bananas to decrease the need for added sugar in recipes like cookies, muffins and pancakes. For an additional nutrition boost, consider adding a scoop of gluten-free protein powder like Premier Protein’s line of 100 percent Whey Powders, which are available in chocolate or vanilla milkshake flavors and feature 30 grams of protein and 3-4 grams of sugar per scoop, plus no artificial flavors, colors or sweeteners.

Get moving. Commit to stepping outside and taking a daily walk. Whether it’s 1 mile or a walk around the block, you can burn calories and receive the added benefits of mental clarity, increased energy and improved digestion.

“Use these tips as one small

thing that can make a powerful positive impact on your day,” Chumbley said. “Choose one of these and do it every day. Keep the strategy simple so you’ll be

more likely to stick with it. When Find more tips and products to implementing these health tips, help live a healthy lifestyle at Prethink ‘progress’ not ‘perfection.’ If mierProtein.com. you are progressing, you are successful.”

progress.

4. Keep the end in mind.

There is a reason that you have decided to do some new things and change some things up in your life. Remember why those changes were important to you and keep them in mind as you take the necessary steps to achieve your goals.

Never forget why you started.

5. Do not get sidetracked.

Life happens, things happen, and when they do, it is not the thing

that stops you, it is your ability to recover. If you get off track, start again, keep moving and most importantly do not become discouraged. Go back and revisit #4.

Don’t let anything or anyone keep you from living the life you deserve.

Think about the last few resolutions you made. How many of them were successful? How many of those resolutions did you realize? Hopefully, the answer was all of them. If not, understand that

at the end of the day, you are not bound to make any resolutions at all. However, no movement toward your goals and dreams means no progress which equals stagnation and that’s not good. So, if resolutions did not work for you in the past, in 2019 start looking at creating results.

As we move into this new year, begin with a new mindset. If resolutions work for you, great! I wish you all the happiness and success

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in meeting those resolutions. If resolutions have not worked for you, I encourage you to try to work toward creating results in your life.

Allow yourself the space to celebrate your success and to work as hard as you can on achieving your goals and living the life you deserve in 2019! The world is waiting on your results!

Sharice Bradford, Ed.D., is a Life Strategist. She can be reached @ drsharice.org.

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Community Chicago South Suburban Youth Organization To Play Championship Game in Texas

By Marshelle R. Sanders Defender Contributing Writer In 2010 an idea to create a program for the youth started in a basement. From their first active year in 2011 to this present moment of their successful winning record, the Military Dixmoor Vikings are closer to realizing their dream of participating in the Final Four Showdown in Dallas, Texas. Youth teams from all over the country descend upon the Lone Star State to play for the Gold Championship in the Dallas Cowboy National Tournament January 12-13. Attending, and potentially winning, the championship will solidify the Vikings hard work this season.

The Military Dixmoor Vikings (MDV) is a youth football and cheer organization catering to one of the most disadvantaged suburbs south of Chicago. Being the smallest village among several within a 30+ mile radius, funding for youth programs is extremely limited.

The Village of Dixmoor does not have a park district. Nevertheless, MDV strives to keep their children engaged by offering endless opportunities through sports, community involvement, and fun-filled outings throughout the year. While financial resources are limited for most of the MDV families, transportation is sometimes an even more significant problem.

Dwayne Tyson, the president and founder of the Military Dixmoor Vikings, has discovered his passion for children and people in general. He demonstrates daily his appetite for giving back to his community. With no park district gym, or football field in the town, Coach Tyson often comes out of his pocket for practice, games, and events.

On Monday, December 10, 2018, at a check presentation ceremony hosted by State Representative Will Davis (Illinois 30th District), Coach Tyson, student-athletes, cheerleaders, coaching staff and parents gathered together as an oversized $5,000 check was presented to the team from Heidi Frederickson, State Coordinator for Rx Abuse Leadership Institute (RALI) Illinois.

The team received the grant from RALI Illinois as part of their education and prevention campaign to fight the opioid epidemic.

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Military Dixmoor Vikings with State Rep. Will Davis and check from RALI

Military Dixmoor Vikings team members huddle To fight the growing opioid epidemic, RALI Illinois partners with neighborhood organizations to further their goal of prevention, giving families the means to safely dispose of unused medicines using their method by distributing their disposable pouches. Addressing the opioid addiction through education and providing the Dixmoor community with the necessary resources for prevention.

“RALI understands that prevention is key when it comes to opioid addiction. If we can prevent the addiction before it starts that makes the whole situation easier for everyone,” says Heidi Freder-

ickson, State Coordinator for RALI Illinois. “I think this is just great to be able to come out and work not just with Coach Tyson, but also meet some of the student-athletes and their families. This is the best way to spread our message. To get out and help people who need help.”

State Rep. Will Davis believes the young people in Dixmoor are some of the most energetic, brightest, and overall some of the best young people you would want to meet. “To work with this football program, I just thought that it would be great to do something special for them. To show them www.chicagodefender.com

that outside of what they’re doing and despite some of their circumstances, some organizations and individuals appreciate what they’re doing.”

The Military Dixmoor Vikings Football and Cheer Club’s mission is to help create well rounded young men and women who learn the fundamentals of football and cheer, and the importance of education. Their goal is always to create an atmosphere favorable to developing critical thinking, character building, and integrity while having fun. During the season they enforce sportsmanship, scholarship, and physical fitness. Their focus

is self-discipline, teamwork, leadership, and good sportsmanship.

They also believe collaboration taught at a young age creates solid community members in the future.

Out of Dixmoor’s 90+ year history, the Military Dixmoor Vikings Football and Cheer Club is the city’s first youth football program.

With limited resources, the team has managed to achieve accolades that have not only surpassed the expectations of many on the field but also 80 percent of them are honor students. In keeping with his military background, Founder and President Coach Dwayne Tyson is proud that the families of Dixmoor have supported his vision by allowing their children to become a part of what he feels is history in the making.

“We are not just another winning football team,” explains Coach Tyson. “We are ‘The Organization’ that does way more with far less. Creating memories and giving unrealistic experiences to kids and adults through the community--never seen anything like it.”

Over the last four years, the team has achieved 11 Super Bowls, three State Championships, and three National Championships.

Lottie Boss has had her three youngest children involved in this youth organization since it started and now her son 10-year-old Tyler Boss is hopefully going to Texas to play in the championship. She said this organization has helped shape her kids and has helped them to be a part of something positive.

Boss said, “My son loves football, he’s the baby of the family, but this team has helped him grow and mature at his age; when you have others who love you, spend time with you, nurture and encourage you, it makes a world of difference. If he has a tantrum Coach Tyson and other coaches will tell him “man up, men don’t make excuses; they make it happen.”

He also knows when he doesn’t have his grades together, there’s no football, but I have seen a great change.”

If you are interested in supporting the Military Dixmoor Vikings Football and Cheer Club’s efforts to travel to Dallas, Texas, please contact Coach Dwayne Tyson via email at Dscone23@yahoo.com or via telephone at 708-655-6065.

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Community 11-Year-Old Chicago Girl Creates Her Own Brunch Event to Donate 1000 Barbies to Kids in the City

By Marshelle R. Sanders Defender Contributing Writer Four years ago, Josilyn Martin-Richardson at only eight years old had the noble idea that she wanted to collect and donate 1,000 Barbie dolls after a chance encounter with a little girl at the park who had never owned a Barbie of her own. She felt the sorrow from the little girl which evoked something inside of her. Why doesn’t every little girl have a Barbie doll?

Josilyn stated, “When I was playing at the park at the time, I tried to give it to her, but she said she couldn’t take it… it wouldn’t be fair.”

Josilyn then went to her mother (Kellie Martin) and asked how she could get a law changed so every little girl should own a Barbie doll of her own. Perplexed at the moment, Martin looked at it as a teachable moment for Josilyn and a chance to put her daughter’s idea into works.

“I never agreed to this (laughs),” Martin said. “This is completely all her; she came to my mom and I, and she asked how do we change a law, and I know her, and my first question was what are you trying to change a law for? So, she said, ‘well I need to make a law that every little girl needs a Barbie doll,’ and we also explained to her that she has things that everybody is not fortunate enough to have.

She then said ‘well I want to collect Barbie dolls and give them to kids who can’t have them.’ She said ‘we should have a brunch.’ I asked her how many barbies she was going to try to collect and she said 1,000, and then I’m like oh all right (laughs).”

Along with the assistance of her parents and their many friends, Josilyn would go on to host Barbie Brunch drives in 2015, 2016 and 2017 that went viral throughout social media and even caught the attention of toymaker Mattel, owner of the Barbie brand. To date Josilyn has donated more than 2,000 dolls each holiday to organizations across the Chicagoland-area. The purpose of this fun-filled family event is to collect new (in the box) Barbies for little girls who might not otherwise receive one for the holiday season and provide an opportunity for those who can give back to pay it forward and participate in giving. Over the last three years, 6 January 2 - 8, 2019

Josilyn Martin-Richardson and Kellie Martin (mother)

Josilyn Martin-Richardson

Sweets provided by 11 year old Jordin Gibson

Martin-Richardson and Barbie Brunch attendees people from all over the country have helped Josilyn provide over 3,000 Barbies all over the world.

The fourth annual Josilyn’s Barbie Brunch Drive was held on Saturday, December 22, at the Promontory (5311 S. Lake Park) The goal of the event was to collect 1,000 of the iconic Barbie dolls (Josilyn’s favorite toy) to donate to a collection of organizations including: LaRabida Children’s Hospital, the Chicago Housing Authority, Ada

S. McKinley Youth Services and children in underserved Chicago neighborhoods like Englewood, Roseland and Lawndale.

At the brunch, they share the history of Barbies and Martin has a girlfriend to bring her Barbie collection so that the girls can view them as well. The brunch is also guy friendly even though they get a little bored and restless; Martin says they are welcome to the event each year. www.chicagodefender.com

Jordin Gibson, entrepreneur and the owner of Jordin’s Cupcakes, who is also 11 years old, joined the brunch again this year to provide delicious desserts while supporting a great cause.

Martin stated, ”Jordin is a cupcake designer, and she donates her services and provides cupcakes at the brunch. This is her second year, and this young girl can cook; she’s a great baker! She is excellent, so we appreciate her family for being a part of the team.”

Even though Josilyn is 11 years old, she may be shying away from playing with her Barbies and heading towards the latest culture trend: social media. But she still has the desire to donate Barbies and has mentioned to her mom about scholarships in the future.

“Every year I ask her ‘do you still want to do this?’ She would say ‘yeah, they still need Barbies.’ Josilyn is very smart and she knows what she wants to do.”

After the holiday season, Josilyn and her mother still receive boxed Barbie doll donations just in time to share during Easter with organizations in need.

If you would still like to donate throughout the year, you can mail Barbies to: Josilyn’s Barbie Brunch C/O Josilyn Martin-Richardson 4514 Lincoln Blvd.

Richton Park, IL 60471 Alternatively, you can donate through PayPal: kelliec.martin@gmail.com and put “Barbie Brunch” in the comments.

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Community Tea Pot Brew Bakery

By Sharice Bradford Brew Bakery also has coffee availDefender Contributing Editor able. Recently I tried their holiday blend, which was exceptionally good also. It was a medium blend, There are Starbucks and coffee very tasty and with the French Vashops all over the place, especially nilla syrup, it was a great winter sein a large city like Chicago. How- lection. For the tea or coffee lover ever, what about a Tea Shop--a in your family, Tea Pot Brew Bakery shop that specifically caters to the is an excellent choice. tea drinker in your life. Enter Tea Now for the Bakery part. All Pot Brew and Bakery in Chicago’s the pastries are baked in house.

South Loop.

So, when you walk through the Tea Pot Brew and Bakery is a door, you are greeted not only by family Black-owned and-operated the warmth, but with the aroma establishment that servers over 40 of fresh baked goodness. There different varieties of tea. Not only is a wide selection of pastries to is there a wide range of options to choose from: donuts, cheesechoose from, there is an extensive cake, muffins and macaroons. Yes list of flavor additions available so homemade, fresh baked macathat you can customize your tea roons. They also have breakfast selection. I was able to try the sandwiches and gelato. green matcha with a peach flavor There is a small seating area add-in. The tea was amazing. inside of the shop for the quick For the coffee drinkers out casual meet-up or even a lonthere, don’t feel left out. Tea Pot

ger breakfast or brunch bite. For Spring, Summer and Fall there is an outdoor patio area equipped with heaters. The staff is friendly, helpful and eager to serve and assist you with selections and recommendations on flavor profiles.

Trust me they can help you select a drink and create your own custom creation. Feel free to take their suggestion or create your own concoction. Ordering your drink is a simple three step process. 1.

Select the size beverage you want, 2. Choose your tea (hot or cold) and 3. Select your flavor add-ins.

It’s just that simple.

So if you live or visit the South Loop regularly, I suggest you stop by 1802 S. Wabash and give Tea Pot Brew and Bakery a chance to become your go-to spot for tea, and maybe even coffee. The family atmosphere, delicious home baked goods and convenient loca-

Tea selection at Tea Pot Brew Bakery tion make Tea Pot Brew and Bak- stop by and welcome them to the ery a great choice. And, there is community. ample street parking in the area so

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On the Front Porch: In With the New

By Shanita Baraka Akintonde I share how brand loyalty that equates to sales is a key perfor12 Voices mance indicator. In relationships, whether dating, cohabitating or Success is failure turned inside married, many couples create out #SquadGoals to gauge happiness.

The Silver tint of clouds of As we enter the new year, I’ve credoubt-ated a different kind of achieveAnd you can never tell, how ment scale. These are eight (8) close you are, “fool-proof” tips that will help It may be near when it seems guarantee your success in 2019 and beyond. I call them The Shaniafar, so stick with the fight when ta Akintonde Anthem for Living Your Best Life. you’re the hardest hit, Tip#1: Stop measuring. Begin It’s when things seem worst each morning with self-love, not that you mustn’t quit. log-ins. Spend some time focus--Author Unknown ing inward daily. Don’t use FB or We live in a society where ex- Instagram as your barometer for ternal factors are often used to being. Stop keeping tabs on other measure people’s posts and feeling your life success. In should be better. Keep in mind that business, most hashtags reflect a moment, companies not the entire movie. Learn to apuse metpreciate YOU, flaws and all. rics such Tip # 2: Be Willing to Surrenas sales der growth and I strongly encourage people to earnings to have personal and spiritual plans. wage their To assist interested parties to winnings. learn how to create them, I will W h e n Shanita Baraka launch ‘How-To” workshops topic teaching, Akintonde THE CHICAGO DEFENDER

entitled, The Art of ROARR (Rejecting Oppression and Reclaiming Respect) in 2019. Regardless, it is important to keep in mind that your plans may be different from your soul’s intentions. Be prepared to let go and let GROW this year.

Tip #3: Embrace failure. I’m not suggesting that you LOOK for disappointments, but don’t run from them either. Everyone messes up, sometimes in big ways, other times in a miniscule manner. As my friend Sherri Franklin Hill says in her book, Intuition, “Be guided by your gut.” In other words, stop, look and listen to AVOID mistakes.

But when they happen, use them as step ladders to future success.

Tip #4: Be Messy Perfect is boring. Sameness is sad. Mix things up in 2019. Take a different route to work, take up a hobby, plan a spontaneous date night. If you want things to change, you must first realize that you’re at the steering wheel. Pick a destination and move toward it without fear. The front glass of the car is larger than the rearview mirror for a reason.

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Solo There is often a stigma associated with doing things by yourself — quite the opposite. You might be dining or binge-watching your favorite T.V. show Hans Solo. Or traveling like Tito minus the other Jacksons. Either way, endorse alone time. Being a singular sailor does several things. It frees the mind, encourages personal reflection and insight, and eliminates movement on someone else’s timeline. For singles, it’s also a good gauge for securing a mate.

If you can’t stand being alone with yourself, why would anyone else want to?

Tip #6: Learn, Laugh and Live with No Limits You spend too much time worrying about what other people think of you. “A lion doesn’t concern himself with the opinion of a sheep.” Realize your greatness.

Practice gratitude. Take a leap of faith. Make 2019 the year you stop playing safe and dare to play AWAKE. Tip #7: Love and Honor Yourself.

And only surround yourself with

people who do the same. Enough said Tip #8: Don’t Give Up Great Grand taught me, “Sometimes you have to give up on OTHERS, not because you don’t care but because they don’t. But never give up on YOU.” An anonymous writer said, “The past is where you learn the lesson; the future is where you apply it. Don’t give up in the middle.” We’ve all had painful experiences, and many more may come to pass. Use these challenges to make you wiser, kinder, stronger. Then adjust your crown and keep on keeping on.

Shanita Baraka Akintonde is an award-winning author, podcaster, professional speaker, professor, wife, and mother propelled by love.

Her second book, Leading from the Heart, was released in September 2018 and her third book, Hear Me ROARR is set for release in Spring 2019. Add yourself to her event calendar and book signing distribution list. Email her at sakintonde@ colum.edu. You can also reach her on Linked In at Professor Shanita Akintonde, www.linkedin.com/in/ shanitaakintonde/.

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CP Around Town

By Carolyn Griffin Palmer

Email: cpalmer@chicagodefender.com

Holiday Cheer Spread Throughout the City Kicking off the holiday season was the awesome 100 Centenary Celebration of the noted historian, leader, teacher, activist and hero Timuel Black (see the story in the Defender on Dec. 12). The event was three days and culminated at the South Shore Cultural Center with a who’s who celebration. The Master and Mistress of Ceremonies Art Norman and Pam Morris Walton were phenomenal!

The Southside Annual Xmas in the Wards was held at Olive Harvey College and families from the Wards received everything from computers, bicycles, 55 inch TVs, hover boards to Easy Bake Ovens just to name a few of the items from two Santas, Larry Huggins and Everett Rand. But none of this would have been possible without the many donors including Walgreens and Com Ed. I served as the hard working mistress of ceremonies. Great job coordinator LaToya Huggins!

Guest appearances were made

by Comedienne Michael Colyar and LaRoyce Hawkins of ChicaLaRoyce Hawkins go PD TV series. His role is Officer Kevin Atwater.

Chicago area students and alumni of Grand Canyon University celebrate the holiday season. The event was coordinated by University Development Counselor, Karilyn Palmer Paschal. For information on the GCU online programs, call 630-247-1247.

The entertainment was super at the All Area W&W Towing Christmas Party at the Rockin Horse, 5200 West 159th Street, Oak Forest, Il. The entertainment included “James Brown” and a terrific band. The party was hosted by Early Walker, Adam Shorter, Cliff Taylor, Brandon Holmes and Marlon Rias.

Condolences: The family of Cheryl Rutherford in the loss of her sister, Dorothy Deloney, who died on Sunday afternoon, December 23, 2018, after surgery.

Funeral services are pending.

To wife Ruth Slaughter, sons State Representative Justin Slaughter, Craig Slaughter and family in the passing of Attorney Chester Slaughter, Past President of the Cook County Bar Association and practicing attorney for many years. Visita- Attorney Chester tion: Fri. Jan 4, 3-7pm, Brookins Slaughter Funeral Home 9315 S. Ashland.

Services will be held on Saturday, January 5 at St. Edmunds Episcopal Church, 6105 S. Michigan, Prepast 9 am Wake 9:30- Remarks 10:00am,Funeral 11 am.

Condolences also go out to the family, friends and clients of attorney Brian Sleet, 41, who died last week. He served as a public affairs consultant and was most recently a spokesman for the Obama Foundation as it sought approval for the presidential center in Jackson Park.

Brian Sleet A wake will be held Thursday, January 3, 3 pm - 7pm AA Rayner & Sons Funeral Home, 318 E. 71st St. Service Friday, January 4, St. John Church-Baptist, 4821 S. Michigan Ave. Service at 11 am - Doors open at 9:30 am.

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The Who’s Who celebrating Timuel Black: Sitting: State Senator Mattie Hunter; Former US Senator Carol Mosley Braun; Timuel Black; Guillaume LaCroix, Consul General of France in Chicago; Standing: Dorothy Brown, Clerk of the Circuit Court; US Representative Elect Chuy Garcia; US Representative Jan Schakowsky; US. Representative Danny Davis; Stephen Curta, Director of Illinois Dept. of Veterans Affairs; US Senator Dick Durbin; Zenobia Johnson Black; Ald. Sophia King (4th); Mayor Rahm Emanuel; Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr., Rainbow PUSH Coalition; Ald. Leslie Hairston (5th). Photo by Jerlyn Maloy

“Xmas in the Wards” Co-Founders Everett Rand and Larry Huggins; Carolyn Palmer, MC; State Representative Justin Slaughter.

Celebrating Xmas in the Wards are Comedienne Michael Colyar; Judge Adrienne Davis; Judge Carolyn Gallagher; Appellate Court Justice Nathaniel House; Michelle Harris, 8TH Ward Alderman; Gregory Mitchell, 7th Ward Alderman.

Chicago area students and alumni of Grand Canyon University celebrate the holiday season.

The Rockin Horse Xmas Celebration with L.Cliff Taylor, President, InsureSource; Marlon Rias, Hazel Crest Trustee; Carolyn Carter, Hazel Crest; Early Walker, Owner, W&W Towing; Santa Claus; Valeria Stubbs, Dolton Trustee; Mayor Derrick Burgess, Sauk Village; Joe Bertrand Jr., Hazel Crest Park District; Mayor Tyrone Ward, Robbins. Photo by Delphine Cherry www.chicagodefender.com

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Let’s Eat: Tesfa Ethiopian Cuisine

By The Black Foodies The Black Foodies first sampled Ethiopian cuisine while vacationing in Phoenix, Arizona. We were enjoying the sights of the “Grand Canyon State” and happ e n e d upon an The Black Foodies Ethiopian restaurant in an unassuming strip mall in Scottsdale. From that point on, we have been hooked on the flavors of Ethiopia. Recently, the President of The Culinary Historians of Chicago invited us to dine at an Ethiopian restaurant. So, being that we love Ethiopian food, we graciously accepted. We were so impressed, in fact, that we soon returned on our own in order to give a full report. The restaurant where we dined, Tesfa Ethiopian Cuisine (tesfa meaning hope in Amharic), is located at 1023 Wilson Avenue in Uptown on Chicago’s North Side. Upon arrival at this family-run business, we were warmly greeted by one of the owners, Samuel Sake. Samuel seated us and handed out menus.

Our culinary journey began with a couple of appetizers. I ordered three Sambusas, which came with a berbere dipping sauce. A sambusa is pastry filled with a savory ingredient, similar to an Indian samosa or an empanada. Berbere is a hot spice blend which can contain garlic, allspice, cardamom, coriander, and chili peppers, along with various other spices. My sambusas were filled with spinach, lentils, and chicken, respectively.

The pastry was delicious, fried a golden brown, bakery chef flaky, with a slight crunch. The chicken was finely chopped, tender, and extremely flavorful. What I appreciated about the spinach was that it was fresh – not frozen – and did not have that harsh mineral taste. The lentils had a spicy note and were cooked the way I like, not mushy but slightly al dente.

All three fillings were yummy and on point; yet, the superstar of the show was the berbere dipping sauce. The sauce truly elevated the sambusas to a higher level of scrumptiousness. The blend of different spices pleasantly stimulated my taste buds; however, a heat advisory needs to be noted.

Some may find this condiment a THE CHICAGO DEFENDER

Owner, Samuel Sake and Miss Coretta

Traditional Ethiopian meal w/ Injera bread bit of a flamethrower, but I relished every bite.

Miss Coretta had the Fatira as her appetizer, a pastry filled with ground beef, green peppers, carrots, and celery. It was also served with the berbere dipping sauce.

She found this beautiful and savory pastry delightful. The ground beef mixture was well seasoned, with a slightly spicy kick. She likened the pastry to a freshly baked challah bread. She found the meat-to-pastry ratio slightly off – just a touch more of that yummy filling would have been perfect. She passed on Fatira the berbere sauce, finding it too spicy for her palette. I dunked my spectacular!

Now, on to the main course, fatira in the berbere dipping sauce, and nothing ever hurt so good . . . which was a traditional Ethiopian www.chicagodefender.com

meal of injera bread with various meats and vegetables sitting atop in individual piles. Injera is a sourdough flatbread, round in shape, with a spongy texture made from teff flour and is the national dish of Ethiopia. One of the qualities of injera bread that we like most is its sponginess. The sponginess makes injera perfect for absorbing the juices or gravies of whatever is sitting atop it, ensuring you never lose any flavor. As a general rule, your fingers are the utensils when it comes to eating Ethiopian food.

Just tear off a piece of injera and grab a topping of choice and have at it. The veggies included beets, collard greens, spicy lentils, and cabbage – the proteins served

were chunks of beef and lamb.

We also had a side of ayib, a soft Ethiopian farmer’s cheese which is a by-product of making butter.

All of the veggies were skillfully executed and make for wonderful options for vegetarians and vegans. The beef was chopped and flavored with Ethiopian spices and very tender, while the sautéed green peppers and onions provided some freshness. The lamb was fork-tender and really delightful.

Not spicy, it came in a tasty gravy, making the preparation stew-like.

Don’t be bashful about combining the different flavor profiles into one bite, mixing and matching the veggies and meats to fully maximize your dining experience. The ayib works well with any of the bites, but we found it especially satisfying with the pickled beets or the collards. Our second time around at Tesfa Ethiopian Cuisine guaranteed we will be back for a third visit!

Tesfa Ethiopian Cuisine does Ethiopian cuisine right. The food is fresh and delicious, the service is friendly, and the servers are very knowledgeable about the menu.

And, make sure you enjoy a cup of Ethiopian coffee as well. So, come out of your comfort zone and try something a little different than what you would normally eat. Miss Coretta and I feel you will find a new friend in the flavors of Ethiopia and fall in love with the food like we did.

We rank restaurants based on number of kisses (one thru five).

One…two…three…four, with five being the best. Tesfa Ethiopian Cuisine receives 4 1/2 kisses.

Check out the video of our review https://youtu.be/drWaMD_ztmU The Black Foodies are food bloggers/vloggers and husband and wife of 26 years. We are also home cooks who believe in group economics and LOVE great food.

We write the food blog “Let’s Eat,” where we review Black-owned and other ethnic restaurants.

FOLLOW us on Instagram and Twitter @theblackfoodies, SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel “The Black Foodies,” where we review restaurants, share recipes, and give cooking tips. https://youtu.be/ f1fsSQ24wgQ. Also LIKE us on Facebook and join our Facebook group, “World Wide Black Foodies.”

Lastly, if you have a restaurant you would like The Black Foodies to review, email us at theblackfoodies@gmail.com. One love. . .

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Chicagoans You Should Know: Ciara Jibri

By Marshelle R. Sanders useful guidance to the audience on Defender Contributing Writer their lifestyle of success and topics of discussion. This event also offers women a chance to be posiA day in the life of Entrepreneur, tive and motivate each other.

Fashion Publicist and Experience Haus Call is another themed Curator, Ciara Jibri can go from waking up early in the morning, event that is a part of HOM where conferences with clients in other it is all about self-care. Haus Call states, 2-3 events, traveling, photo is a pajama themed segment for professional working women to shoots and consultations. have a day of relaxation. The event Even though it can be a long includes a facial mask, manicures, day sometimes for Jibri, she is de- different types of Mimosas and termined and has created her path time to be with many other differof bringing phenomenal women ent creative talents and contacts together to inspire one another while being pampered. in the community. She wants her Jibri states “We kind of feel that generation to learn the importance self-care is selfish because we’re of business etiquette, how to netalways taking care of others, but work correctly, and how to mainwe need to do that more often. tain businesses.

We can’t take care of others if we Jibri is the creator/founder of can’t take care of ourselves first.”

HAUS of Mimosa (HOM), which is Jibri knows for herself that a monthly social experience, docuwork-life balance can be chaotic menting and celebrating unknown, and exciting sometimes, but she upcoming & established creatives in conversation. Each event has a demonstrates that you can do different elaborate theme. There both properly even while doing is a special guest panel of Chicago what you love to do. All work and socialites/entrepreneurs who give no play is no fun.

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Jibri is a Hyde Park native who also works with apparel companies/brands and retail stores to build the desired image to reach their target audience. She does this by providing them with a variety of creative promotions. She was introduced to the beauty and fashion scene at an early age by her mom who is a celebrity makeup artist and esthetician.

“My mom was always traveling, we traveled a lot, so that’s how I got into this desire for fashion. I had to grow up a little bit faster because my mom was chasing her dreams but made sure we were OK. I learned a lot from her through our experiences together, so I had to be more responsible on my own. She has taught me everything I know about starting and maintaining a business, successfully.”

Jibri was a part of the 1st class to graduate from Daniel Hale Williams Prep at DuSable High School, known by everyone as best dressed and on the yearbook committee. While transitioning www.chicagodefender.com

from high school life to the real world, Ciara didn’t know what she wanted to do; she just knew that she wanted to be in the fashion industry and got into modeling.

By stepping out on faith and confidence, with her background in fashion, Ciara felt that she still had a lot more to learn and applied one day through a program for an internship with the high fashion brand Chanel. She was accepted and received an experience that transcended her dreams and goals.

“I got to see behind the scenes with event planning, it helped me better understand the marketing industry, and it influenced me, even more, to say oh I like this, I want to get into this. I didn’t know at the time what I wanted to do still, so to have an understanding and background in the fashion industry, the internship helped me out a lot. Before all of this I was producing fashion shows which later led to networking events, corporate events, and launch parties, so I was still in the fashion indus-

try, but I wanted to do more.”

In this next year, Jibri plans on taking HAUS of Mimosa on the road, opening a few workshop opportunities, brand activations and a couple of collaborations are in the works. She advises any young person or people in general seeking to get into the fashion industry to do your research, network at events and be yourself always.

“The main thing is networking, and that’s why I go so hard to have these events. I know it’s hard, everyone is not acceptable or confident but if we have an event like this, you can’t do anything else but network. It’s certainly about whom you know, and I’ve learned that with the opportunities that I have had.”

HAUS of Mimosa and Haus Call will be having events here in Chicago and moving around into other cities as well. Subscribe at ciarajibri.com for updates and more information on how to attend the next event.

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UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT FOR THE NORTHERN DISTRICT OF ILLINOIS A federal court authorized this notice.

This is not a solicitation from a lawyer.

TO: ALL AFRICAN-AMERICAN INDIVIDUALS WHO LIVE IN PUBLIC HOUSING IN CHICAGO OR ARE APPLICANTS FOR PUBLIC HOUSING IN CHICAGO This notice is to inform you that the parties have proposed a settlement of a class action lawsuit involving allegations of discrimination against African-American individuals who live in public housing in Chicago or are applicants for public housing in Chicago. Please read this notice carefully and completely.

If you are a member of the class, the notice contains important information about your rights. Your legal rights will be affected whether you act or don’t act.

YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS AND OPTIONS IN THIS SETTLEMENT DO NOTHING CHA will move forward with its responsibilities and obligations under the settlement agreement (as described below in paragraph 4). Class Members will surrender their rights to sue the CHA for the specific discrimination claims in this case.

OBJECT

Write to the Court about why you do not believe the settlement is fair.

GO TO A HEARING

Ask to go to Court in Chicago and speak about the fairness of the settlement.

BASIC INFORMATION 1. What is the purpose of this notice?

Objections may be filed in person or may be mailed to the Court at the above address but must be actually received by the Court by the deadline set forth above to be considered. Copies of objections must also be mailed or delivered to counsel for the Parties:

The purpose of this notice is to inform you of the proposed settlement in a class action lawsuit brought on behalf of African-American tenants who live in or are applicants for public housing in Chicago. The settlement, which must be approved by the Court, was reached in connection with Gautreaux v. Chicago Housing Authority, et al., 66-cv-1459 (N.D. Ill.).

2. What is this case about?

The original complaint in this lawsuit, which was filed in 1966, alleged that the policies of the Chicago Housing Authority (“CHA”) with respect to the selection of sites for public housing and for the assignment of tenants were racially discriminatory and violated the class members’ rights under the Equal Protection Clause of the Fourteenth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution and Sections 1981 and 1983 of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. On March 2, 1967, the District Court certified this case as a class action. On February 10, 1969, the District Court granted summary judgment in favor of the class, and found that the CHA had discriminated “by selecting housing project sites in predominantly black neighborhoods and by using racial quotas to limit the number of blacks in housing projects in predominantly white neighborhoods.” The District Court then entered an order on July 1, 1969, “to prohibit the future use and to remedy the past effects of the defendant Chicago Housing Authority’s unconstitutional site selection and tenant assignment procedures, . . . and, among other things, ordered CHA to affirmatively administer its public housing system in every respect ... to the end of disestablishing [its] segregated public housing system.” That Order is known as the 1969 Judgment Order.

3. Why is there a settlement?

Over the ensuing years, the facts and circumstances that gave rise to the entry of the 1969 Judgment Order have changed significantly, and the parties to this litigation have worked cooperatively to advance the purposes of the Judgment Order and implement a desegregated public housing program. The parties agree now that, in view of the substantial change in circumstances that have occurred since entry of the 1969 Judgment Order, the 1969 Judgment Order should be vacated and replaced with a settlement agreement.

4. What does this settlement agreement provide?

The Settlement Agreement, a complete version of which may be found on the CHA’s website at www.cha.org and on Class Counsel’s website at www.bpichicago.org, provides that: (1) the CHA will complete a Development Plan that is attached as an exhibit to the Settlement Agreement; (2) the CHA will limit its development of non-elderly units unless, subject to certain exceptions, those units are in a General or Opportunity Area as those terms are defined in the Agreement; (3) the Class Counsel will have the right to propose reasonable changes to the way in which CHA administers its Housing Choice Voucher program; and (4) CHA will coordinate efforts to implement early learning program initiatives in conjunction with appropriate community partners, at its Dearborn, Lake Park Place/Washington Park, Trumbull and Wentworth public housing developments.

Under the terms of the Settlement Agreement, the 1969 Judgment Order will be terminated. The Settlement Agreement resolves all discrimination claims against Defendants. The Class Members will release, relinquish, and discharge all claims against the Defendants with respect to the discrimination claims brought by the Plaintiff in this action, and the Class Members will be permanently barred and enjoined from instituting, commencing, or prosecuting any such claims against the Defendants. The Settlement Agreement also provides for attorneys’ fees to be awarded by the Court to Class Counsel for their work in connection with this Action and the monitoring and enforcement of the Settlement Agreement. The Agreement itself will terminate on July 31, 2024.

James L Bebley General Counsel Chicago Housing Authority 60 E.Van Buren Chicago, IL 60605 Thomas Edward Johnson Johnson, Jones, Snelling & Gilbert 36 South Wabash Street Suite 1310 Chicago, IL 60603 6. When and where will the Court decide whether to approve the settlement?

A hearing will be held in Room 2503 of the United States Courthouse, 219 South Dearborn Street, Chicago Illinois, at 11:00am on January 17, 2019, for determining whether the Court should give its final approval to the Settlement Agreement. Class Members are welcome to attend the hearing, at their own expense, and they may request permission to speak to the Court. Class Members may also hire their own lawyers at their own expense to speak on their behalf.If Class Members have sent a written objection,they do not need to come to Court. If the Class Member’s objection was postmarked on time, the Court will consider it.

7. Do I need to come to the hearing?

No. But if a Class Member wants to speak at the hearing, she or he must ask the Court for permission. To do so, file a request with the Court by mail with the Clerk of the United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois at the address listed above, and mail copies to Mr. Polikoff, Ms. Brown, Mr. Bebley, and Mr. Johnson at the addresses listed above, requesting permission to speak at the settlement approval hearing in the case of Gautreaux v. Chicago Housing Authority, et al., 66-cv-1459. The request should state the Class Member’s position and the basis for that position. The request for permission to speak must be filed with the Court prior to 3:00pm on January 15, 2019. The Court may, or may not, grant the request.

8. Do I have a lawyer in this case?

The Class Members are represented by Alexander Polikoff and Julie Elena Brown of Business & Professional People for the Public Interest, 25 East Washington Street, Suite 1515, Chicago, IL 60602.

9. How will the lawyers be paid?

5. How do I tell the Court that I don’t like the settlement?

You have the right to object to the terms of this settlement by filing a written, signed objection with the Court no later than January 15, 2019. Written objections must be filed with the Clerk of the United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois at the following address:

Clerk of the United States District Court Northern District of Illinois Everett McKinley Dirksen United States Courthouse 219 S. Dearborn Street Chicago, IL 60604

Alexander L. Polikoff Julie Elena Brown Business & Professional People for the Public Interest 25 East Washington Street Suite 1515 Chicago, IL 60602

Class Counsel will petition the Court for attorneys’ fees.

10. Who should I contact if I have any questions?

If you have any questions about the settlement, contact Alexander Polikoff or Julie Elena Brown at BPI. DO NOT CALL OR WRITE THE COURT TO OBTAIN COPIES OF DOCUMENTS OR TO ASK QUESTIONS ABOUT THE SETTLEMENT.

Dated: December 27, 2018

Specifying: Gautreaux v. Chicago Housing Authority, et al., 66-cv-1459

Hon. Marvin E.Aspen United States District Court adno=STM000107684101

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Community Calendar

Musiq Soulchild

JANUARY 3-4 Musiq Soulchild City Winery Several shows available For tickets or more information www.citywinery.com

JANUARY 3-4 2019 National Humanities Summit on Automation Hyatt Regency Chicago Free and Open to the Public For more information: www.chicagohumanities.org

JANUARY 5-27 Buddy Guy Annual Residency Buddy Guy’s Legends 754 S. Wabash Ave For tickets and more information: www. buddyguy.com

JANUARY 10 Slice-Film Screening and Q&A Slice is a film starring Chicago’s own Chance the Rapper Doors open at 6 Screening starts at 8 For tickets or more info go to www.citywinery.com 12 January 2 - 8, 2019

JANUARY 13 Resilient: Live featuring Chip Ratliff The Skokie Theater 4pm https://www.eventbrite.com/e/resilientlive-tickets-51885900124

JANUARY 14 Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago 2019 Dialogue Kickoff: A Signature Series that inspires audiences to find their civic voices Kickoff speaker: Elaine Welteroth As the youngest person, and only the second African American, to hold an editor-in-chief title in Conde Nast’s 110-year history, she is credited with bringing a diverse reader base and an emphasis on social justice concerns to the Teen Vogue magazine, making it a relevant news source for youth audiences.

6pm Edlis Neeson Theater For tickets or more information go to: www.mcachicago.org

JANUARY 17 Links Hall 40th Season Program Begins For tickets and more information www.linkshall.org

JANUARY 19 Erykah Badu Aragon Ballroom 8pm For tickets and more information: www. livenation.com

JANUARY 19-20 Too Hot to Handel: The Jazz-Gospel Messiah Auditorium Theater For tickets and more information: my.auditoriumtheater.org

JANUARY 19-21 MLK Dream Classic 2019 Marshall High School 3250 W. Adams 10am-7pm For tickets or more information: www. mlkdreamclassic.org

JANUARY 26 The Black Creativity Gala Museum of Science and Industry 6-11pm For tickets and more information: www. msichicago.org

Erykah Badu www.chicagodefender.com

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CLASSIFIEDS PROPERTY FOR SALE

PROPERTY FOR SALE

LEGAL NOTICE

REAL ESTATE

REAL ESTATE

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR MORGAN STANLEY ABS CAPITAL I INC. TRUST 2005-HE3 MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-HE3 Plaintiff, -v.SEFERINO BOYZO, ROSALVA BOYZO, CITY OF CHICAGO, AN ILLINOIS MUNICIPAL CORPORATION Defendants 17 CH 6838 4832 SOUTH THROOP STREET Chicago, IL 60609 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 18, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on February 1, 2019, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 4832 SOUTH THROOP STREET, Chicago, IL 60609 Property Index No. 20-08-113-039-0000.

The real estate is improved with a multi-family residence.

The judgment amount was $144,222.39.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial Sale fee for the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgaagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact The sales clerk, SHAPIRO KREISMAN & ASSOCIATES, LLC, 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301, Bannockburn, IL 60015, (847) 2911717 For information call between the hours of 1pm - 3pm. Please refer to file number 17-083047.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

SHAPIRO KREISMAN & ASSOCIATES, LLC 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 (847) 291-1717 E-Mail: ILNotices@logs.com Attorney File No. 17-083047 Attorney Code. 42168 Case Number: 17 CH 6838 TJSC#: 38-9706 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION DITECH FINANCIAL LLC Plaintiff, -v.TAYDE HERNANDEZ A/K/A TAYDE GARCIA Defendants 17 CH 06877 5323 SOUTH HOMAN AVENUE CHICAGO, IL 60632 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 30, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 31, 2019, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 5323 SOUTH HOMAN AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60632 Property Index No. 19-11-415-008-0000.

The real estate is improved with a red brick, two story single family home with a detached two car garage.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial Sale fee for the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgaagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602.

Tel No. (312) 346-9088. Please refer to file number 262398.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 346-9088 E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com Attorney File No. 262398 Attorney ARDC No. 61256 Attorney Code. 61256 Case Number: 17 CH 06877 TJSC#: 38-8687 I3107859

This letter is to notify that on January 25, 2019 at 9:00 a.m. an auction will be held at 83rd & Halsted Self Storage, Inc., located at 8316 S. Birkhoff Ave, Chicago, IL 60620, to sell the following articles held within said storage units to enforce a lien existing under the laws of the state of Illinois.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION ILLINOIS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY Plaintiff, -v.QUEENIS COLEMAN, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 18 CH 6232 7923 SOUTH GREENWOOD AVENUE Chicago, IL 60619 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 2, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 28, 2019, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 7923 SOUTH GREENWOOD AVENUE, Chicago, IL 60619 Property Index No. 20-35-106-057-0000.

The real estate is improved with a townhouse.

The judgment amount was $15,742.85.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, or a unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). In accordance with 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1)(h-1) and (h-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the property, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subsections (g)(1) and (g)(4) of section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact the sales department, Anselmo Lindberg & Associates, LLC, 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 120, NAPERVILLE, IL 60563, (630) 453-6960 For bidding instructions, visit www.AnselmoLindberg.com. Please refer to file number F18050028.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

Anselmo Lindberg & Associates, LLC 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 120 NAPERVILLE, IL 60563 (630) 453-6960 E-Mail: foreclosurenotice@anselmolindberg.com Attorney File No. F18050028 Attorney ARDC No. 3126232 Attorney Code. 58852 Case Number: 18 CH 6232 TJSC#: 38-8038 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION PROVIDENCE BANK & TRUST Plaintiff, -v.CHRISTOPHER M. BUTLER, AZIZA T. BUTLER, UNKNOWN OWNERS, TENANTS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 2018 CH 05158 4419 S. ELLIS AVE. Chicago, IL 60653 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 5, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 28, 2019, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 4419 S. ELLIS AVE., Chicago, IL 60653 Property Index No. 20-02-307-101-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $42,903.91.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial Sale fee for the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgaagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Stephen E. Vander Woude, LANTING, PAARLBERG & ASSOCIATES, LTD., 938 W. US 30, Schererville, IN 46375, (219) 864-1700 THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

Stephen E. Vander Woude LANTING, PAARLBERG & ASSOCIATES, LTD. 938 W. US 30 Schererville, IN 46375 (219) 864-1700 E-Mail: svanderwoude@lantingpaarlberg.com Attorney Code. 46046 Case Number: 2018 CH 05158 TJSC#: 38-8894 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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1. 234 Jonathan Wright 2. 206 Shemekia Williams 3. 459 Michelle Camphor 4. 322 Reginald Wilson 5. 113 Gabriella Jakar 6. 208 Kimberly Brown 7. 311 Annette Dunbar 8. 187 Mosunmola Adeshina This letter is to notify that on January 25, 2019 at 9:00 a.m. an auction will be held at Hyde Park Self Storage, Inc., located at 5155 S. Cottage Grove Ave, Chicago, IL 60615, to sell the following articles held within said storage units to enforce a lien existing under the laws of the state of Illinois.

1. V417 Brittinae Davis 2. 203C Roland Williams 3. 413A James Hendricks 4. 543 Barbara Goodman 5. 3 Nichole K. Allen 6. 210A Chioma Onyenso 7. 463 James Hendricks 8. 546 Darcy A. Jordan This letter is to notify that on January 25, 2019 at 9:00 a.m. an auction will be held at South Shore Self Storage, Inc., located at 7843 S. Exchange Ave, Chicago, IL 60649, to sell the following articles held within said storage units to enforce a lien existing under the laws of the state of Illinois.

1. 216 Cherita Harley 2. 542 China Robinson 3. 206 Ronald Dennis 4. 544 Komi Ameti 5. 643 Kiesha Williams 6. 546 Sholomo Israel 7. 231 Rashaunda Sanders This letter is to notify that on January 25, 2019 at 9:00 a.m. an auction will be held at Aaron Bros. Self-Storage, Inc., located at 4034 S. Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60653, to sell the following articles held within said storage units to enforce a lien existing under the laws of the state of Illinois.

1. 345 Nicole Honeywood 2. 305 Steve James 3. 579 Angela Jackson 4. 313 Pleas Honeywood 5. 501 Lorenzo Bell 6. 410 Tunja Daniels 7. 442 Michelle Scott 8. 315 Pleas Honeywood 9. 329 Tanya Lyda

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LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL ADVERTISEMENT December 24, 2018 CITY OF CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF PROCUREMENT SERVICES TARGET MARKET PROGRAM Bidding Restricted to City of Chicago Certified Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) and Women Business Enterprises (WBE) With Appropriate Specialty Area Designation.

The Bidder must complete and submit an Electronic Bid prior to the bid due date. An electronic bid must be submitted through the City of Chicago’s website at www.cityofchicago.org/eprocurement, on or before the due date and time stated below. The City’s system will not accept electronic bids after the due date and time. Bidders must register for a log-in account to submit an electronic bid. Please allow up to three business days for creation of your log-in account. If you experience technical difficulties and are unable to complete the electronic bid, the City may accept a paper Bid Document at the Bid & Bond, Room 103, City Hall, 121 North LaSalle Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602, 312-7449773. A bidder who does not submit a bid for this Specification prior to the Bid due date may be found non-responsive and its Bid rejected. All Bids will be opened and publicly read aloud for the following: NOTICE OF ADDENDUM: Addendum #1 will be e-mailed to all bidders on the Bid Opportunity Take-Out List DESCRIPTION: VARIOUS OILS, GREASE & LUBRICANTS ELECTRONIC BID DOCUMENTS CAN BE DOWNLOADED AND RESPONDED TO FROM THIS URL ADDRESS: www.cityofchicago.org/ eprocurement SPECIFICATION NO: 366636A RFQ NO: 6191 ORIGINAL BID/PROPOSAL OPENING DATE: December 26, 2018 REVISED BID/PROPOSAL OPENING DATE: January 22, 2019 TIME: 11 a.m., Central Time CONTACT: Elsie Vazquez, Procurement Specialist Email: elsie.vazquez@cityofchicago.org

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.DORLA J. ALLEN AKA DORLA ALLEN, 5514 SOUTH CORNELL CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION Defendants 18 CH 2626 5520 SOUTH CORNELL AVENUE, UNIT 1S Chicago, IL 60637 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 6, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 16, 2019, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 5520 SOUTH CORNELL AVENUE, UNIT 1S, Chicago, IL 60637 Property Index No. 20-13-100-015-1016.

The real estate is improved with a condominium.

The judgment amount was $26,384.17.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, or a unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). In accordance with 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1)(h-1) and (h-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the property, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subsections (g)(1) and (g)(4) of section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact the sales department, Anselmo Lindberg & Associates, LLC, 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 120, NAPERVILLE, IL 60563, (630) 453-6960 For bidding instructions, visit www.AnselmoLindberg.com. Please refer to file number F18020166.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

Anselmo Lindberg & Associates, LLC 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 120 NAPERVILLE, IL 60563 (630) 453-6960 E-Mail: foreclosurenotice@anselmolindberg.com Attorney File No. F18020166 Attorney ARDC No. 3126232 Attorney Code. 58852 Case Number: 18 CH 2626 TJSC#: 38-9566 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.ANTONIESHA WARD, ILLINOIS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF ANGELA COOK, IF ANY, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, JOHN LYDON, SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE DECEASED MORTGAGOR, ANGELA COOK Defendants 2018 -CH- 00498 9146 SOUTH JEFFERY AVENUE CHICAGO, IL 60617 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 3, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 11, 2019, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 9146 SOUTH JEFFERY AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60617 Property Index No. 25-01-307-040-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family home with a detached two car garage.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 346-9088. Please refer to file number 265379.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 346-9088 E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com Attorney File No. 265379 Attorney ARDC No. 61256 Attorney Code. 61256 Case Number: 2018 -CH- 00498 TJSC#: 38-9461

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION CITIBANK N.A. SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO CITIBANK, FSB Plaintiff, -v.CHARLENE E. GULTNEY, UNKNOWN TENANTS, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 17 CH 9322 8203 MARQUETTE AVE. A/K/A 8203 S. MARQUETTE AVE. Chicago, IL 60617 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 22, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 23, 2019, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 8203 MARQUETTE AVE. A/K/A 8203 S. MARQUETTE AVE., Chicago, IL 60617 Property Index No. 21-31-129-002.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $110,346.82.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: LAW OFFICES OF IRA T. NEVEL, LLC, 175 N. Franklin Street, Suite 201, CHICAGO, IL 60606, (312) 357-1125 Please refer calls to the sales department Please refer to file number 17-02115.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

LAW OFFICES OF IRA T. NEVEL, LLC 175 N. Franklin Street, Suite 201 CHICAGO, IL 60606 (312) 357-1125 E-Mail: pleadings@nevellaw.com Attorney File No. 17-02115 Attorney Code. 18837 Case Number: 17 CH 9322 TJSC#: 38-9500 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, NA Plaintiff, -v.NIKOLAOS PAPADAKIS, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 18 CH 04707 7536 SOUTH MARYLAND AVENUE CHICAGO, IL 60619 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 29, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 30, 2019, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 7536 SOUTH MARYLAND AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60619 Property Index No. 20-26-300-034-0000.

The real estate is improved with a tan aluminum siding, two story multi unit home with a detached two car garage.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial Sale fee for the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgaagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition.

The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 346-9088. Please refer to file number 266411.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 346-9088 E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com Attorney File No. 266411 Attorney ARDC No. 61256 Attorney Code. 61256 Case Number: 18 CH 04707 TJSC#: 38-8574

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION MTGLQ INVESTORS, L.P. Plaintiff, -v.WANDA KOZINA AKA WANA SADKOWSKA, TADEUSZ KOZINA AKA TADEUSZ R KOZINA AKA TED R. KOZINA Defendants 18 CH 6180 10910 SOUTH GREEN BAY AVENUE Chicago, IL 60617 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 5, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on February 6, 2019, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 10910 SOUTH GREEN BAY AVENUE, Chicago, IL 60617 Property Index No. 26-18-217-066-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $234,398.05.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial Sale fee for the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/ or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, or a unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). In accordance with 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1)(h-1) and (h-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the property, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subsections (g)(1) and (g)(4) of section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact the sales department, Anselmo Lindberg & Associates, LLC, 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 120, NAPERVILLE, IL 60563, (630) 453-6960 For bidding instructions, visit www.AnselmoLindberg.com. Please refer to file number F18040196.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

Anselmo Lindberg & Associates, LLC 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 120 NAPERVILLE, IL 60563 (630) 453-6960 E-Mail: foreclosurenotice@anselmolindberg.com Attorney File No. F18040196 Attorney ARDC No. 3126232 Attorney Code. 58852 Case Number: 18 CH 6180 TJSC#: 38-8846 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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SWANIGAN Elgin Swanigan, Sr. ….. Funeral was held: Saturday, December 29, 2018; @ Healing Temple COGIC, 4941 W. Chicago Ave., Interment. Forest Home Cemetery. Arrangements Entrusted To: Calahan Funeral Home, 7030 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL (773) 723.4400 THELEMAQUE Jeanine Thelemaque. ….. Funeral was held. Saturday, December 29, 2018; @ Oak Brook Community Church, 3100 Midwest Road, Oak Brook, IL., Interment. Oak Ridge Cemetery. Arrangements Entrusted To: Calahan Funeral Home, 7030 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL (773) 723.4400 BRIM Mary L. Brim. ….. Funeral: Wednesday, January 2, 2019; @ Body of the Christ Church, 5710 S. Halsted; Interment. PRIVATE. Arrangements Entrusted To: Calahan Funeral Home, 7030 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL (773) 723.4400 TERRELL Mary Terrell. ….. Visitation: Wednesday, January 2, 2019; @ Calahan Funeral Home, 7030 S. Halsted.

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Actress Victoria Rowell Creates Mini-series, Jacqueline and Jilly, to Confront Opioid Addiction

By Marshelle R. Sanders Defender Contributing Writer Emmy-nominated actress Victoria Rowell has produced a new original UMC (Urban Movie Channel) mini-series, “Jacqueline and Jilly.” “Jacqueline and Jilly” showcases just one of the many stories of the tragedy of opiate addiction.

The UMC original miniseries is a portrait of three generations, two shattered dreams, and one accidental addiction. When the daughter of a privileged political family develops an addiction to prescription painkillers following an unfortunate accident, it goes unnoticed by those around her. As the problem becomes more apparent, the family must face the truth about addiction and each other while banding together for the sake of their daughter’s survival and recovery.

Aided by denial, Jacqueline and Magnus regard their daughter’s addiction as an embarrassing nuisance, disrupting the status quo.

As this family unravels the truth, Jacqueline recommends the posh safety of their Chesapeake Bay home as a part of Jilly’s ongoing recovery. However, Jilly has another idea. Secrets that have haunted the Mitchells are unlocked at a rustic lodge setting healing these three women like never before.

Starring alongside Rowell is Richard Brooks (“Being Mary Jane”), Daphne Maxwell Reid (“The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air”), Nikko Austen Smith (“Queen Sugar”), and Shannon Wallace.

Roughly two million people are affected by this epidemic in the U.S. alone, according to the World Health Organization. While opiates are prescribed to relieve acute pain, prolonged use can lead to opiate addiction and abuse. Common opioids include prescription painkillers such as Dilaudid, oxycodone, hydrocodone, and fentanyl, as well the illicit drug heroin.

This is a state of affairs that has touched not only people in the United States, but it is now affecting Black America profoundly.

Veteran Actress Victoria Rowell told the Defender why she wanted to use her platform to bring awareness to this issue. “In my opinion, the functionality of the entertainment industry should not solely be to entertain but should also be used as an awareness mechanism 16 January 2 - 8, 2019

Victoria Rowell for calls to action in any crisis,” Rowell said. “I hope that Jaqueline and Jilly will inspire spirited conversation between families and communities while also encouraging legislative limitations on pharmaceutical distribution.”

Rowell is an award-winning actress, international lecturer, N.Y. Times Best Selling Author and holds two doctorates. Born in Portland, Maine, Rowell began her career as a ballet dancer and model, most notably dancing with the American Ballet Theater and the Julliard School, before making her acting debut in the 1987 comedy film Leonard Part 6.

In 1990, Rowell joined the cast of the daytime soap opera, The Young and the Restless, as Drucilla Winters, her longest and signature role on television, which garnered her several Daytime Emmy Award nominations and 11 NAACP Image Awards. Additional acting cred-

its for Rowell include Dumb and Dumber, Diagnosis Murder, The Distinguished Gentleman, VH1’s Single Ladies, Eve’s Bayou, “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air” and “The Cosby Show.” www.chicagodefender.com

Since her time on The Young and the Restless, Rowell has gone on to create her soap opera series, The Rich and the Ruthless. The recent Daytime Emmy nominated series premiered in the summer of 2017. Rowell executive produced, directed and co-wrote the series which is now streaming on UMC, which was founded by BET’s Robert L. Johnson. Rowell credits part of its success to being partially filmed in Montego Bay. Rowell brokered a licensing deal with Television Jamaica in 2017 to rave reviews. Rowell’s production company, Days Ferry Productions LLC located in Los Angeles, California, created multiple jobs for African Americans in front and behind the camera.

Internationally recognized, the EMMY nominated and award-winning actress spent 18 years in foster care and used her celebrity as a speaker on Capitol Hill and

abroad in India, Russia, Africa, Jamaica among many other countries, to speak on behalf of youth, women, and girls about breaking the cycle of poverty and psychological bondage of abandonment.

She puts a premium on mentoring, education and jobs. She has successfully brokered employment for foster youth behind the camera with VIACOM and other entertainment companies.

As she is wearing many hats now as a producer, director, writer, dancer, and actress, Rowell has also been recognized by over a hundred members of Congress for her advocacy on the arts, education, healthcare, foster care, and adoption. She founded the Rowell Foster Children’s Positive plan which has lasted over twenty years raising awareness and funds for the arts with scholarships and college stipends.

A proud member of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Incorporated, Rowell is also the author of several books including The Women Who Raised Me: A Memoir, Secrets of a Soap Opera Diva: A Novel, and The Young and the Ruthless: Back in the Bubbles.

She has two children, daughter Maya Fahey from her first marriage; and son Jasper whom she had with musician Wynton Marsalis.

Jacqueline and Jilly premiered on Thursday, December 6th and new episodes will air weekly through January 10, 2019.

UMC showcases fresh, original series, feature films, documentaries, stand up specials, stage plays and other popular Black entertainment with new and exclusive content added every week. Created

by BET Founder Robert L. Johnson, Urban Movie Channel (UMC) is the first and largest subscription streaming service for Black film and television in North America.

You can go view them on www.

UMC.tv, your favorite mobile devices, Amazon Prime Video Channels, Xfinity On Demand and more.

Rowell’s mini-series is also receiving a nationwide limited theatrical release through AMC theaters starting on January 11th. If you would like to check out Jacqueline and Jilly for a day/evening activity at the movies, the mini-series will be showing at Chicago’s Village Crossing 18 (Skokie) & Woodridge 18 theaters. Check websites for times after January 11.

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