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Greater Allen AME Church Presents Newly Adopted Programs Toward Spiritual Growth
Vol. 29, Issue 50
72nd Dayton NAACP Hall of Freedom Awards
Mary E. Taylor
Nan Whaley
By: Brenda Cochran Contributing Writer Greater Allen African Methodist Episcopal Church under the leadership of Rev, Doctor Elmer S. Martin, Senior Pastor, presented two newly adopted programs. The first is “Adopt a Senior” for the holiday season. Printed in an attractive bulletin, was information entitled “What is a Senior.” This program was introduced on Sunday, November 12, 2023 and on Sunday November 19th, the adopters were asked to submit their names along with the Adoptees’ name. Following Rev. Dr. Martin’s sermon which was “Responding to Spiritual Growth” in which he noted one attitude taken toward spiritual growth taken from Judges 18:1-3 and the second attitude found in Joshua 14:6-15.
Mrs. Stephanie Norwood, a member of Greater Allen presented an invitation to the congregation to join another informational program on Organ Donation to be held in the Parish Hall. This part of the Sunday Worship began with greetings from Mrs. Norwood and special prayer from Rev. Martin followed by a reception provided by the “Links” and the Greater Allen congregation. Attendees were given information about Organ Donation placed on each table that not only answered many questions about organ donation, but also included steps on how to become an organ donor. Derrick Duckworth, Multicultural Outreach Coordination from Life Connection was introduced who presented a wealth of information on not only how to become an organ donor, but was able to answer many ques-
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In October, the Dayton Unit of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), held its 72nd Hall of Freedom Awards to honor the outstanding achievements of individuals that have made rich deposits in the lives of the American people. They were nominated by individuals in the community who felt they deserved to be recognized. The members of the Dayton Unit NAACP had an opportunity to read through all of the submissions and ultimately casted their vote for who they thought should win each award. There were 13 award categories. The nominees with the most votes in each category won. The recipient of the President’s Award was selected by the President. The hosts for the evening were KaJeza Hawkins, Multi-Media Journalist for WDTN-TV2 and Brandon Lewis, Reporter for
tions about the importance of becoming a donor, but also information of how one can learn even more and register at DonnateLifeOhio.org. The literature given to each individual included facts and even more important questions and answers that included the following: 1 Organ Donor can save up to 8 lives and 1 Tissue Donor can Heal More Than 75 lives. The Questions included: Will there be a cost to my family if I donate? The answer is No. All costs associated with donation, are the responsibility of the organ and/or tissue recovery organization. A donor family is only responsible for hospital charges until death is declared and for funeral expenses. It was also interesting to learn that Donate Life Ohio is educating Ohioans By: Mylan Ramsey about organ, eye and tis- Young Ladies Aspiring sue donation through the Greatness Contributor On October 28, 2023, Continued on Page 6 Young Ladies Aspiring Greatness (YLAG) hosted a mental health event titled “You Hear Me but Do You See Me.. We’re Here;”. The event was sponsored by Omega CDC. With Dayton Children’s Hospital On Our Sleeves initiative help with facilitation, YLAG able to offer this great opportunity to the community. “You See Me but Do You Hear Me?” was an event to reach our teen/young adult as well as the parent/ guardian. To let voices be heard. More importantly to listen to how others feel. This event changes a lot of people’s perspective on mental health in general. Being able to host this event gave people the chance to be comfortable fresh with an easy-to-navi- enough to vent and exgate layout for quick shop- press themselves. #YLAping. The Store’s product GLISTENING!”, states assortment features the YLAG member, Amiah restaurant-quality items Landers. The event’s purpose was Gordon Food Service to help parents get a betStore is famous for along ter understanding on teen with hand-selected lostruggles and for both cal favorites. The store is teens and parents find a Continued on Page 7 better way to communicate. During the event different strategies were found to help understand one another’s perspective. The event helped shed light on the importance of mental heath and the impact it could have if someone didn’t have a safe space to express themselves. It revealed to
WHIO-TV7. Scott Koorndyk, President for The Entrepreneurs Center and Valerie Lemmie, Senior Advisor, State and Local Government for Kettering Foundation, served as Honorary Chairs. The evening commenced with the introduction of the dais guest. That was followed by the presentation of colors by the Meadowdale Career Technology Center Army JROTC Color Guard Team, singing of the National Anthem and the Negro National Anthem. The invocation was given by Dr. Pat Murray, Founder and Lead Pastor, The Living Word Church. Dr. Pat Murray Founder and Lead Pastor. The welcome was given by Lu Dale, Chair of the Freedom Fund Committee. After the invocation, the awards show began. Dayton Mayor Jeff Mims announced the winner of the Louise Troy Excellence in Education Award,
Eddie Davis, Principal, Meadowdale Career Technology Center. Montgomery County Commissioner Debbie Lieberman announced the winner of the Distinguished Volunteer of the Year Award, Willie A. Terrell, Jr., 3rd Vice President & Scholarship Chair, Dayton Unit NAACP. State Representative Willis Blackshear announced the winner of the W.S. McIntosh Courageous Activist Award, Donald Domineck, Chair, Dayton Chapter of the New Black Panther Party. Jenell Ross, President of Bob Ross Auto Group, announced the winner of the Bob and Norma Ross Outstanding Leadership Award, Jim Johnson, President and General Manager, WDAO Radio. Veronica Bedell Nevels, President of The President’s Club of Dayton, announced the Continued on Page 3
parents the importance of listening and to teens that it is not always easy for parents to understand their feelings, which in return opened the floor for great conversation. “I thought it was very eye-opening listening to both sides, ya’ know, both parents and kids. It was a very civil conversation between everyone, and I learned a lot, hopefully others learned as well”, states Da’Aye Moore, a junior at Meadowdale High School. “I believe the event was important because young people need to know that they are NEVER alone. There is always someone with a beautiful heart attached to an open mind and a listening ear. Just as importantly, parents needed a wake-up call to be more attentive to their child (ren). Too often guardians resort to laissez faire parenting when they
believe there is nothing wrong, or worse, they disregard their teen’s pleas by comparing them to the plights of others, often including their own unresolved childhood traumas.”, states Simone Howard, an adult attendee. Although there could be many more things that could be done towards mental health, YLAG has done a great work on shedding light on the importance of this issue.
“You Hear Me but Do You See Me… We’re Here;”
Gordon Food Service Store Opens in Trotwood, Ohio
Gordon Food Service, a leader in the foodservice industry, along with the city of Trotwood and the Trotwood Community Improvement Corporation are proud to announce the grand opening of its newest grocery store located
at 5031 Salem Ave, Trotwood. The grand opening event was on Tuesday, November 14th. The new store has been thoughtfully designed for home shoppers, restaurant owners, and food service professionals of all types, the décor is modern and
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Book Titles Come to Life at DML
Dayton Metro Library will host The Living Library, West Carrollton Edition, Monday, November 27, from 6:308:15 pm, at the West Carrollton Branch. Learn about West Carrollton’s diverse community through a conversation with Living Book Titles. Gathering together will spark new relationships and provide an opportunity for patrons to consider the ideas and perspectives of others. Registration is required. The following Living Book Titles will share
their stories: I Wear My Cape Proudly by Stephanie Johnson Picking Up the Pieces by Cheryl Fisher I’m Invisible Now by Mary Dysert Live and Learn and Learn and Learn by Gerardo Gonzalez The West Carrollton Branch is located at 300 Central Avenue, West Carrollton, 45449. To read a synopsis of each Living Book Title and to register, visit DaytonMetroLibrary.org and do an event search using “Living Library”. Questions may
also be directed to the Library’s Ask Me Line at 937.463.2665. DML is committed to providing access to all of our events. Please contact the Ask Me Line at 937.463.2665 to request accommodations for sign language interpretation, audio amplification, and/or language translation. Additional accommodations may be available upon request. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs.
As part of its 50TH anniversary celebration, the Greater Dayton Regional Transit Authority (RTA) is thanking its customers by offering free rides on Thanksgiving Day, November 23, to ensure those in the community can attend Thanks-
giving Day feasts and events. These free rides apply to both fixed-route and paratransit services. RTA will run its regular schedule on Thanksgiving Day. RTA’s customer service call center will be open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thanksgiving Day.
Riders are encouraged to use the Transit app, or RTA’s official real-time information and trip-planning available at www.iriderta. org to plan their trip to Thanksgiving Day events.
This year Alpha Media's 1410-WING-AM ESPN's Justin Kinner and Jack 92.9 , HANK 101.5 will join the live broadcast 10a-7pm each day from The Miami Valley Fire District Station #52 at 2710 Lyons Rd. "We are so excited to have an additional loca-
tion for our listeners to join us in our Holiday Help Out effort. We are grateful for Miami Valley Fire District Station #52 and their partnership. It will allow us to help more families in need this year!" said Justin Kinner, Program Director for ESPN 1410 WING-FM
For additional information and interview opportunities about this annual community give back event, please contact Faith Daniels, 937-818-0352 or via email at Faith.daniels@ alphamediausa.com
RTA Thanks Customers by Offering Free Rides Thanksgiving Day
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Local Radio DJ's Move Into Firehouses for The 8th Annual Holiday Help Out Food Drive
For 3 days beginning November 17th19th, 92.1 WROU and Hot 102.9 are excited to continue their tradition of community involvement with the 8th Annual “Holiday Help Out” Food Drive. This Community event happens through a partnership with The Good Neighbor House . Hundreds of Miami Valley families are food insecure and will need a food pantry to survive during the holiday season. The food donations will provide a holiday meal for needy families and will replenish the 5 pantries of The Good Neighbor House. This year the need is greater than ever for holiday food donations with the number of families in need rising. For the 8th year, 92.1 WROU's Faith Daniels will actually LIVE in The Trotwood Fire and Rescue Station #72 at 5469 Little Richmond Rd., Trotwood,
OH for all 3 days. Joined by Hot 102.9’s Kev Nash and Ryan Drake for daily broadcasts Beginning at 6AM Friday morning the teams will broadcast live for the entire weekend while collecting donations, nonperishable food items, personal care products as well as gloves and hats AROUND THE CLOCK. WROU Program Director/Community Affairs and On-air personality Faith Daniels says “This annual food drive is always important but this year more than ever. This food drive will support families that will need help even after the holiday season. This is only possible through the generosity of the Steve Harvey Morning Show Turkey Give, our partners and listeners. It means so much to be able to help those in need for the holiday season and beyond."
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Wayne Lee Wheat
Michele Roberts
Eddie Davis
Donald Domineck
on in her professional career to serve as an aid to Congressman Tony P. Hall and Ohio State Senator Fred Strahorn as well as congressional liaison representative for the United States Air Force Academy and clerk to Montgomery County Board of Commissioners.
Jim Johnson
Adele M. Riley
Carol Prewitt
Willie A. Terrell, Jr.
winner of the Miley O. Williamson Award of Distinction, Mary E. Taylor (Posthumously). Mattie White, 1st Vice President of the Dayton Unit NAACP, announced the winner of the Community Service Award, Daj'za Demmings, Founder of the Dayton Young Black Professionals. After the first set of awards were presented, Andre Washington, State President of Ohio A. Philip Randolph Institute, introduced Dr. Derrick L. Foward, 34th President of the Dayton Unit NAACP. President Foward introduced honorary chairs Koorndyk and Lemmie and presented them with an Award of Honor. Clair Thompson, Secretary of the Dayton Unit NAACP, acknowledged all new life members with a video presentation. The winner of the Youth Development Award, Anthony Parker, Director, Miami Valley Leadership Foundation’s Hope4Trotwood Community, was announced by Ja’Shawn Gurley, Ramah Lindsey and Escalajah Draper, all youth leaders of the Dayton Unit NAACP. The scholarship awards were presented by Terrell, and the winners were Ivan Roberts, Tr o t w o o d - M a d i s o n High School; Nicole Roebuck, Meadowdale Career Technology Center; and Jayson Robert Jefferson, Thurgood Marshall STEAM High School. Felicia Pollard, granddaughter of Representative Bowers, announced the winner of the Freder-
ick Bowers Public Policy Award, Michele Roberts, Retired Deputy Auditor, Montgomery County Auditor’s Office. Shellee Fisher and Tracy Fisher Singletary, daughters of Judge Fisher, announced the winner of the Judge Arthur O’Neil Fisher Fair and Just Award, Honorable Adele M. Riley, Retied Judge, Montgomery County Municipal Court. Judith Earley, daughter of Lt. Col. Earley, announced the winner of the Lt. Col. Charity Adams Earley Award of Excellence, Carol A. Prewitt, President, Prewitt Consulting LLC. Artist Kim Wiggins announced the winner of the Breakthrough Award, Carlos Buford, Founder, Black Lives Matter Dayton. President Foward announced the winners of the President’s Award, Nan Whaley, 56th Mayor, City of Dayton, and the Lifetime Achievement Award, Wayne Lee Wheat, Owner, House of Wheat Funeral Home. The Honorable Tom Roberts, President of the Ohio Conference NAACP, introduced the guest speaker, the Honorable Karen Boykins-Towns, Vice Chair of the NAACP National Board of Directors, who delivered a very impactful keynote address titled, “Protecting our Democracy.” Prior to Boykin-Towns speaking, there was a video presentation shown that highlighted President Foward receiving the NAACP Image Award for Activist of the Year during the 54th NAACP Image Awards held in Los Angeles, California. The awards show concluded with closing remarks and benediction given by Rev. Joshua
YOUTH DEVELOPMENT AWARD The purpose of this award is to honor and recognize an individual who has demonstrated achievement in youth development for ten or more years. Anthony Parker, Director, Miami Valley Leadership Foundation’s Hope4Trotwood Community received the Youth Development Award.
COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARD The purpose of this award is to honor and recognize individuals who are making significant contributions to their community through their time, actions, talAnthony Parker ents and dedication. Daj'za Demmings, Dajza Demmings Founder of the Dayton award is to honor and recYoung Black Professionognize educators with 10 als received the Commuor more years of service nity Service Award. and achievement in public education. DISTINGUISHED Eddie Davis, Principal, VOLUNTEER OF Meadowdale Career TechTHE YEAR AWARD nology Center received The purpose of this this Louise Troy Excelaward is to honor and lence in Education Award recognize volunteers who unselfishly have W. S. MCINTOSH given their time and talCOURAGEOUS ent for five or more conACTIVIST AWARD Carlos Buford secutive years to ensure Ward, Pastor of Omega The purpose of this Baptist Church. award is to honor and rec- award is to honor and rec- efficient administrative ognize outstanding pub- ognize an individual who operations of the DayPRESIDENT’S lic servants who deliver has demonstrated activism ton Unit NAACP. The AWARD results on behalf of the in civil and human rights Distinguished Volunteer of the Year Award is The purpose of this American people. for 5 or more years. bestowed to acknowlaward is to honor and recWinners will be those Donald Domineck, ognize individuals who who have, on a sustained Chair, Dayton Chapter of edge, celebrate and sahas rendered outstand- basis, done some or all of the New Black Panther lute exemplary servants and supporters of the ing service that is in di- the following: Party received the W. S. rect alignment with the (1) Made a profound McIntosh Courageous Ac- NAACP mission. The recipient embodies team NAACP Mission, NAACP difference in improving tivist Award. spirit, commitment and Strategic Game Chang- service to the public love for the causes of the ers and the Dayton Unit (2) Been willing to take JUDGE ARTHUR NAACP, and are valued NAACP Vision Statement. risks to achieve change O'NEIL FISHER FAIR and respected by their The Presidential Award (3) Fostered a more & JUST AWARD peers. The volunteer has of Freedom was present- democratic society The purpose of this ed to Nan Whaley, 56th (4) Served as a cham- award is to honor and rec- a remarkable attendance record related to DayMayor, City of Dayton. pion of social equity ognize an individual who (5) Changed the way an has been a true trailblazer ton Unit NAACP busiLIFETIME organization operates so of “first” and has per- ness hours, meetings and ACHIEVEMENT that it better achieves its formed their duty fairly, events. Willie A. Terrell, Jr., AWARD goals impartially and coura3rd Vice President & The purpose of this (6) Achieved substantial geously. Scholarship Chair, Dayaward is to honor and rec- savings in government Honorable Adele M. ton Unit NAACP Disognize outstanding leaders (7) Under their leader- Riley, Retied Judge, who have made signifi- ship, other community Montgomery County Mu- tinguished Volunteer Of cant contributions to the leaders have been devel- nicipal Court receuved the The Year Award. advancement of Civil and oped Judge Arthur O’Neil FishTHE Human Rights over their er Fair & Just Award – The lifetime. Michele Roberts, Re- Honorable Adele M. Riley BREAKTHROUGH AWARD Wayne Lee Wheat, tired Deputy Auditor, has served as a judge in The purpose of this Owner, House of Wheat Montgomery County Au- Ohio in various capacities award is to honor and Funeral Home received ditor’s Office – Political for over 25 years. recognize Unsung Hethis Lifetime Achievement strategist who has worked roes who are exceptional Award. on countless campaigns THE LT. COL. individuals that have received the Frederick CHARITY ADAMS MILEY O. Bowers Public Policy EARLEY AWARD OF demonstrated the ability to make a positive differWILLIAMSON Award EXCELLENCE ence in the lives of others AWARD OF The purpose of this but are not widely recogDISTINCTION BOB AND NORMA award is to honor and The purpose of this ROSS OUTSTANDING recognize an outstanding nized for the tremendous award is to honor and rec- LEADERSHIP AWARD individual who has dem- work they have accomognize an individual for The purpose of this onstrated on-going leader- plished. The award was 20-plus years of activism award is to honor and rec- ship in any branch of the created to honor the viworking with the NAACP, ognize outstanding local United States Military or sion of the Dayton Unit their Church and other corporations, businesses, within the Veterans Ad- NAACP which is “to fulCivic Organizations. organizations, entrepre- ministration; or has been fill the dream of the Civil Mary E. Taylor (Post- neurs that demonstrate instrumental in fostering Rights Act of 1964 by humously) received the their commitment to cre- the continuing relation- capitalizing on the secMiley O. Williamson ate partnerships that em- ship between the Dayton ond “A” of the NAACP, Award of Distinction brace diversity, equity and area and the military and which stands for “ADVANCEMENT.” When award – In 1960, she be- inclusion. veteran’s communities. you advance, we all adcame a member of the St. Jim Johnson, President Carol A. Prewitt, PresPaul African Methodist and General Manager, ident, Prewitt Consulting vance! Carlos Buford, Episcopal Zion Church WDAO Radio received LLC (WINNER) – Carol under Reverend D.R. the Bob and Norma Ross A. Prewitt is a veteran Founder, Black Lives Miller. She served in many Outstanding Leadership of the United States Air Matter Dayton is the winner of the BreakMinistries in her 62 years. Award. Force and is currently the through Award. President of Prewitt ConFREDERICK LOUISE TROY sulting LLC. She worked BOWERS PUBLIC EXCELLENCE IN as a licensed social worker POLICY AWARD EDUCATION AWARD and a teacher before going The purpose of this The purpose of this
Editorial & Comments
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Something to Consider:
“Spirit Weaving” What Does it Mean?
By: Brenda Cochran Contributing Writer When you look at this topic for this commentary, what do you immediately think of? The answer would no doubt differ from one individual to another. When the term was first introduced to me, my thought was that I liked the way the two words sound together. Wouldn’t you agree that our lives are often intertwined with so many factors? Think about all of the challenges we face daily. The problem today is that these basic challenges are quickly changing into mountains, not little hills. Aside from the vast amount of information we are given in terms of the presidential campaign and whom
we should cast our vote for, now we are dealing with an economy that is drastically affecting how we live our lives. Weaving the spirit in our lives may be more difficult than ever before. I hasten to mention that no matter what your religious persuasion, there is something to be said about the act of developing a positive spirit in our lives. During my teaching days, I always remember one of my students whose name was Dennis. He was a small little boy with red hair who was always very inquisitive and usually raised his hands to answer most questions. I remember that I was reading a story and of course, I usually changed my voice to fit the character I was describing. I asked the first question, “Who knows
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what an ant hill is?” Dennis raised his hand and said, “I know the answer to this question” – It’s a home for ants!” Wouldn’t you agree that just like an anthill could be a home for ants, couldn’t a loom on which fabric is made be used as a metaphor for our understanding of how our spirit moves? I love the word Tap-
estry. Instead of thinking of our lives or spirit as a woven piece of cloth, let’s just call our lives many beautiful designs of Tapestry and we can weave our spirit just like the person who works on looms in order to create beautiful designs from cloth. I discovered that “Spirit-Weaving” is also an organization that was founded in 1995 as a nonsectarian ministry in the Christian faith tradition. It is also A federally approved 501 c (3) organization that is licensed in California. The goal of this organization is to minister to people who suffer from spiritual of emotional distress. I think about the talent and intricacies of using Colors together to make attractive items. These items may be woven bas-
kets, blankets, coats or any of the items in which a design would make it prettier. Would you agree that our spirit could be developed in the same way. It could be called the “fabric of our lives.” Because of all of the colors and designs that play an important part in us and our lives, don’t you think that we could weave the same type of spirit for our lives? Everybody makes mistakes in life, no matter whether they are trying to weave on a loom, but it seems that this is true of our lives. We must forgive ourselves for those mistakes and realize that although we can’t go back and unweave them, we can move forward and leave a path for the Spirit to enter even though it may not be perfect.
Charles Stanley is one of my favorite TV evangelists and one who ha written many wonderful books and prior to his passing, sent out topics that in many cases, speaks about spiritual gifts. He once reported that we are weaving spirit in our lives when we are: 1) self-controlled 2) reverent 3) diligent 4) thorough 5) secure 6) forgiving 7) patient Another article entitled “Lessons from the Loom” speaks of those mistakes we sometime make, and how we should allow them to remain as part of the fabric of our lives where we can change the designs all the time.
Black Author Takes Readers on a Journey of Friendship, Love, and Self-Discovery in “No Reservations” Nationwide -- Bestselling author Sheryl Lister is set to release her highly anticipated women’s fiction novel, No Reservations on January 9, 2024. In this emotionally charged narrative, Lister masterfully weaves a tale of lifelong friends who must confront their struggles, both individually and collectively, while honoring the memory of a beloved friend. No Reservations follows Joy, Diane, Rochelle, and Yvette—a tight-knit group of friends who have shared their dreams, hopes, and secrets since childhood. However, as adulthood takes hold, they each grapple with their own unique challenges. Joy, a woman with a dream of opening a spa and retreat, has put her aspirations on hold for her husband’s desires. Determined to reclaim her happiness, she decides that waiting for her husband’s approval is no longer an option. Diane is haunted by the unfulfilled dream of motherhood, struggling
Career Adventures Day (CAD) returns to Dayton Metro Library Tuesday, November 28-Thursday, November 30. The Main Library will welcome 900 middle school students from Stivers School of the Arts, and Belmont, Edwin Joel Brown, Wogaman, Wright Brothers, and West Carrollton Middle Schools. This year, CAD will three half-day sessions. Otherwise, the concept and purpose of CAD remains the same as it always has been: “… to introduce students to a variety of career fields in a fun and engag-
with infertility while her husband remains indifferent. Rochelle, recovering from an abusive marriage, is plagued by self-esteem issues, exacerbated by her friends’ troubled marriages. Her convictions are tested when a new man enters her life, challenging her perceptions and beliefs. But it is Yvette’s terminal illness that sets the stage for this gripping story. Before she passes away, Yvette imparts one final wish to her friends: that they embark on the girls’ trip to Jamaica they’ve postponed for years. She leaves them not only with her cherished memories but also with the tickets to make it a reality. As marriages unravel, businesses are disrupted, and unexpected romances blossom, the trip becomes an essential journey of self-discovery and healing. “I hope that readers connect with Joy, Diane, and Rochelle, and find their stories real and relatable. I want them to feel like they can grab a glass of wine and sit in the room with these characters, laugh and share their own experiences, and
that this message resonates with them long after they’ve finished the last page,” said Lister. No Reservations is a poignant work of contemporary women’s fiction that explores the complexities of friendship, love, and self-fulfillment. Readers and book clubs will find thought-provoking discussion questions included in the book, making No Reservations a perfect choice for group reads and literary conversations. No Reservations publishes January 9, 2024 (HarperCollins/Harper Muse, softcover, $17.99; also available in audio and e-book)
Praise for No Reservations: “At times both deeply emotional and heartwarmingly funny, No Reservations encapsulates the beauty of the unbreakable bond of enduring friendships and true sisterhood.” — Farrah Rochon, New York Times Bestselling Author of The Hookup Plan “No Reservations is a tale of triumph, which showcases the treasure of female friendships. Sheryl Lister hits us with an emotional page turner.” — Kwana Jackson, USA Today bestselling author of Real Men Knit “Wonderfully engaging and un-put-downable. A
celebration of sisterhood, friendship, and love. No Reservations captured me from the first sentence. A beautiful examination and tribute to women and the limitless power of friendship.” — USA Today Bestselling Author Anna J Stewart “Warm and wise—a feel good story. Sheryl Lister’s No Reservations is a heartfelt tribute to sisterhood and found-family. The feelings linger long after the last page.” — Vanessa Riley, Awardwinning author of Island Queen and Queen of Exiles “In No Reservations, Sheryl Lister has captured the true spirit of
ing manner as they begin planning their future academic paths,” explained Laura Chamberlain, DML’s Teen Services Coordinator. “Students will be able to engage in one-on-one conversations with representatives from in-demand career sectors such as healthcare, skilled trades, computer science, manufacturing, public service, logistics, manufacturing, and more.” CAD is designed to support the Ohio Department of Education’s mission to create pathways for successful futures by allowing students a chance to explore a variety of careers. “From robots to virtual reality,
drones to science demonstrations, and power tools to public service, students will also have a chance to try their hand at a variety of job-specific, hands-on activities,” Chamberlain added. This event is made possible in partnership with the Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce and the Montgomery County Educational Service Center, and with funding from the Dayton Metro Library Foundation, Ohio’s 529 College Advantage, and the Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce. DML would like to thank the following additional Dayton area organizations and businesses for
partnering in this year’s CAD: Associated General Contractors of West Central Ohio AirCamp USA Air Force Institute of Technology Associated Builders and Contractors – Ohio Valley Beta Industries Bob Ross Auto Group City of Dayton Department of Water Construction Builders Association Dayton & Montgomery County Public Health Dayton Area Logistics Association Dayton Area Children’s Hospital Dayton Fire Depart-
ment Dayton Police Department Dayton Regional Manufacturer’s Association EzKin Company Greater Dayton Area Hospital Association Humane Society of Greater Dayton Iron Workers Local 290 Kettering Health Network Learn to Earn Dayton Miami Valley Apprenticeship Coordinators Group Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office Oerlikon Friction Systems Performance Wraps Preschool Promise Premier health
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DML Holds 4th Annual Career Adventures Day
sisterhood with characters who celebrate one another’s highs and are there to help make lemonade with life’s lemons. Joy, Diane, and Rochelle’s enduring bond even after losing their other sister-friend, Yvette, pulled at my heartstrings and stuck with me long after the story was done.” — Tiffany L. Warren About the Author: Sheryl Lister is a multi-award-winning author and has enjoyed reading and writing for as long as she can remember. She is a former pediatric occupational therapist with over twenty years of experience and often says she “played” for a living. A California native, Sheryl is a wife, mother of three daughters and a son-in-love, and grandmother to two special boys. When she’s not writing, Sheryl can be found on a date with her husband or in the kitchen whipping up delicious meals and desserts to satisfy her inner foodie. Connect with her online at sheryllister.com.
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For additional information about Career Adventures Day, please call the Library’s Ask Me Line at 937.463.2665.
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INVITATIONS FOR BID Sealed bids will be received in the office of the Director of Procurement, GREATER DAYTON REGIONAL TRANSIT AUTHORITY, 4 S. Main Street, Dayton, OH 45402, for the following: Legal Notice: IFB GD 23-26 Title: Sale of Scrap Metal Due Date: 12/19/23 at 10:00 a.m. Copies of the bid are available from the office of the Director of Procurement, RTA, 4 S. Main Street, Dayton, OH 45402 or online at http://proc.greaterdaytonrta.org/. All bids must be submitted in accordance with the requirements set forth in the IFB. Deborah Howard Director of Procurement
Education
Central State University Partners with University of Cincinnati on Comics Studies Showcase Event
Wilberforce, Ohio - Central State University students studying comic books and graphic novels will be presenting their semester-long research work at a free, public event on the campus of the University of Cincinnati (UC) later this month. “From the Page to the Public Arena: How Comic Books, Graphic Novels, and Superheroes Shape the American Experience,” which includes Marauders and UC undergraduates and graduate students as contributing participants, will take place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, Nov. 27, in the Tangeman University Center (2600 Clifton Ave.). As part of their work in Comics and Graphic Novels, a class instructed by Associate Professor of English and Coordinator of Interdisciplinary Studies Vincent Haddad, Central State students will share and discuss origin stories of their own Black superhero comic book characters. In the vein of interdisciplinary studies so inherent to Haddad’s class, the students will also have an opportunity to expand their presentations with explorations of pertinent social issues embedded in said comic characters’ origin. Throughout the full-day event, other activities beyond the student presentations will include a roundtable panel discussion of industry professionals; a keynote speaker, Myron Strong, Ph.D.; and a drawing workshop led by cartoonist Stephen Kroeger. The event will also spotlight the comic book arts and studies exhibit “Unmasked: Black Heroes in Comics,” originally established by and housed at Central State’s National AfroAmerican Museum & Cultural Center. That exhibit was first moved to UC and premiered through a
public presentation in the campus’ Walter C. Langsam Library on Nov. 9. It will remain in the library’s fourth-floor Digital Resource Commons until Dec. 8. After UC professor Mark Raider, Ph.D., saw the “Unmasked” exhibit at the Afro-American Museum last summer, he suggested to Haddad that they collaborate on producing and moderating an intercollegiate comics studies event. This was the first spark of inspiration leading to the upcoming “From the Page to the Public Arena.” Two years ago, Haddad created and began teaching the class from which Marauders will join in on the collaborative day of comics studies events at the end of the month. “This semester, I wanted to focus on two themes,” Haddad said. “We’ve been talking about Black superheroes and social issues related to them, and we’ve been learning about the history of Milestone.” Milestone is a comics company that creates and publishes books focusing on Black characters and whose history, going back to 1993, has been fraught with a tremendous degree of turmoil, fits of starts and stops, and recent revitalization by current parent company, DC Comics. “When Dr. Raider approached me this past summer about the collaborative event, he was thinking about between our two schools; the pressure of that helped me shape how I would teach this semester’s class,” Haddad said. “I wanted to figure out a way to teach the class so that students, in their day-to-day schoolwork, would be successful in being able to present at the event.” In setting them up for success, it was important for Haddad to create a long-form project students could work on in class that would help them to learn, express themselves creatively, and be able to later represent themselves well at the public gala ahead. “Also, because our students are at an HBCU and UC is a PWI, a primarily white institution, I wanted
to give our students a vehicle to represent their community on a larger level in the hopes they could teach something about that to the students in Cincinnati,” Haddad added. “In this case, in creating their own Black superheroes, they have the opportunity to speak on something they know very well — their own character that they’ve made up themselves — but also any larger issues pertaining to that character they may want to delve into, as well. It’s not always easy to talk about these societal topics directly, but can be more accessible through literature or, in this case, the realm of comic book characters.” Considering the history of Black superheroes often being “burdened,” so to speak, with the requirement of having to engage with social issues of the day versus white superheroes who, as Haddad put it, “have more freedom to go up into outer space and have adventures where they’re just sort of ‘playing in the sandbox,’” Haddad wanted to allow students to create and discuss characters that don’t connect in any direct way with such sociopolitical topics. “When I brought up this idea,” Haddad observed, “a number of my students perked up and said, ‘Really? They don’t have to deal with any of that stuff?’” Of the 30 Marauders in Haddad’s class, 20 will present their research projects on Black superheroes and 10 will participate as supportive spectators. In bringing his students to the UC campus for this event, Haddad’s goal is that they will take part in an immersive learning event that they won’t forget. “At first, I signed up for this class because it fit into my schedule and it sounded like fun,” said Olivia Jackson, a Chicago-born Honors College student junior majoring in English with a concentration in Pre-Law who transferred to Central State this semester. “I’m not a huge comic book or graphic novel person, but I do have some interest in superheroes and
Central State University student Olivia Jackson, CSU Associate Professor Vincent Haddad, and CSU student Ethan Fields. that sort of thing. I figured said Detroit native Ethan Fields continued. “But I would learn more about Fields, a sophomore ma- I’ve gotten much more those topics and have real- joring in Communications. out of it than I thought I ly enjoyed learning about “I’ve actually learned a lot would, for sure. Like, the Milestone and how it was more in this class than I other day, I learned that created by Black people. thought I would when I Batman’s creators were That was a cool touch, to first got here. Jewish. I did not know be sure.” “I thought it would be an that! Or learning about “I love superheroes and easy class to kind of drift Milestone definitely, has stuff, and so this class re- through, and it’s definitely been great because I’ve ally appealed to me when been less stressful than a been able to read about I first heard about it,” lot of my other classes,” Continued on Page 7
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Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood Live: King For A Day! Comes to Dayton’s Victoria Theatre
The “grr-ific” musical for little tigers and grown-ups alike is back! The hugely popular Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood LIVE!, based on the #1 PBS KIDS TV series, has delighted live audiences on stages across the country. Now your favorite characters are hopping back on board Trolley and coming to the Victoria Theatre (138 North Main
St.) in Dayton, Ohio on Saturday, November 25 at 2:00 pm with DANIEL TIGER’S NEIGHBORHOOD LIVE: KING FOR A DAY! Tickets starting at $45.50 plus applicable service fees are on sale now and are available at danieltigerlive.com or daytonlive.org. Daniel and all of his friends invite you for a brand-new adventure in
Central State University Partners with University of Cincinnati on Comics Studies Showcase Event... Continued from Page 5 superheroes who look much more like myself.” Fields is looking forward to delivering what he referred to as his “lightning talk” — basically an “elevator pitch” about his superhero and its origin story — at the upcoming event. “I’ve always loved superheroes, but to be so involved in it really gives you a different perspective on everything,” Fields said. Jackson’s character is particularly important to her, as she chose to imbue it with a mental health struggle, particularly dealing with bipolar disorder. This being a substantial topic for Jackson, who spoke candidly about her own struggles with the condition. Jackson would like to use her comic book character as a means of investigating, exploring, and engaging with such a vital hot-button topic in a more accessible way. “Because of all of this, my character has something of an unorthodox origin story,” Jackson said. “And I was able to go in really deep to who the character is and how her mental health impacts how she acts and what she does. I’m excited to talk about that because I really want to get the conversation going about the issue while
we’re also all talking about comics and graphic novels, too. I think it’s really cool because this will hopefully help de-stigmatize the issue, which is very important for me.” Jackson went on to say that after she was diagnosed as bipolar recently, she wanted to find ways to talk about what she was going through in an authentic way. It was something she was disappointed to discover was not a readily available as deep conversation in mainstream media or entertainment. Feeling that examples of those living with bipolar disorder as represented on television or film can often read as unrealistic and stereotypical, Jackson’s mission is now to use her character as a vehicle to speak on the topic in a way that will read as far more truthful. “Being a superhero fan, I’ve definitely gotten a lot out of this class,” Fields said. “One thing I’ve realized is that sometimes you have to speak loudly to get attention. Whether you’re talking about topics like Olivia’s or just want to get attention for something you’ve made and are trying to get out there, writing, creating, and now talking about in public our characters like this is a great way to express how we feel in ways we might not always feel comfortable with otherwise. I feel like this project does that.”
Gordon Food Service Store Opens in Trotwood, Ohio Continued from Page 1 open to the public and does not require a membership. Gordon Food Service Store has been serving the Trotwood community for decades, and the opening of the Trotwood store marks another significant milestone in the company's commitment to providing quality products and exceptional customer service for the Trotwood community, while offering more products directly to residents. This project has been financially supported by the city of Trotwood and Montgomery County, to help ensure Gordon Food Service a successful launch to this new grocery store and to assist in the significant $7.5 million investment to redevelop this formerly vacant, big-box store. Representatives from the city and the
county will be speaking at the ribbon-cutting event to commemorate this publicprivate partnership. Features of the Trotwood store include: • Large seasonal produce department with an assortment of the best market-direct items available. • Bulk packaged fresh meats available by the piece and by the case. • Wholesale walk-in customer coolers housing cases of produce, meats, and dairy items. • Grab & Go meal solutions with an assortment of ready-to-eat and readyto-heat items like rotisserie and fried chicken, ribs, deli sandwiches, handmade guacamole, cut fruit, and freshly squeezed juices. • 15 varieties of gourmet fresh popped popcorn. • Gordon Go! a FREE wholesale loyalty program available to businesses
Neighborhood of MakeBelieve where Daniel learns just what it takes to be King. The beloved characters come alive on stage to captivate you
with new songs to sing along to, magical moments, and SURPRISE guests along the way! It’s an event filled with “tigertastic” fun, teaching the
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With the holidays fast approaching, Dayton Metro Library offers adult patrons opportunities to take time for their mind, body and soul, with the following programs: Zumba Dance for Adults Burkhardt Branch Every Tuesday through December 19, 7-8 pm Ms. Trina leads an hour of destressing. DCDC Motion and Wellness Workshop Brookville Branch Thursday, November 16, 3:30-4:30 pm DCDC demonstrates ways to move and dance in ways that can help improve how you feel.
Gentle Yoga for Every Body Northmont Branch Thursday, November 16, November 30, and December 7, 5-6 pm Learn the basics of yoga. Registration required. Meditation for Beginners Kettering-Moraine Branch Saturday, November 18 and December 16, 10-11 am Join volunteer instructor Cheryl Griffin from the Isha Foundation to learn simple practices to meditate effortlessly. Registration required. Mindful Eating Workshop Main Library, Confer-
ence Room 1B Monday, December 4, 11 am-12 pm Brookville Branch Monday, December 4, 2-3 pm Premier Health’s lifestyle coach visits to provide education and tips on mindful eating. Yoga for Success Kettering-Moraine Branch Monday, December 4, 6:30-7:30 pm Join volunteer instructor Cheryl Griffin from the Isha Foundation to learn simple yoga practices. Registration required. Stress Hacks Workshop Southeast Branch Wednesday, December
time! Show Details: Victoria Theatre 138 North Main Street, Dayton, OH Saturday, November 25 2:00 pm PBS KIDS Website: http://pbskids.org/daniel/ Fred Rogers Productions Website: http:// www.fredrogers.org/ Produced by Mills Entertainment: http:// millsentertainment.com/ Executive Producer/ Tour Booking: The Brad Simon Organization Inc.: http://www.bsoinc. com/
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Dayton Metro Library welcomes the Dayton Performing Arts Alliance (DPAA) for a Preview of the Nutcracker on Tuesday, November 21, from 6-7 pm in the Main Library’s Eichelberger Forum. This event is free and open to all ages. Registration is not required. Dayton Ballet School Ensemble dancers will perform this beloved holiday interactive story using dance, music, and
and non-profits. Customers earn points that can be spent like cash or redeemed for $1,000 checks. • Convenient online ordering for same day instore pick up or delivery. Gordon Food Service Store Trotwood will be open 7 am - 8 pm ET Monday through Saturday and 9 am - 6 pm on Sunday. Opening week specials and promotions will be shared through email. Customers can learn more and sign up to receive emails at GFSstore.com. Gordon Food Service is dedicated to fostering community partnerships and supporting local initiatives. The new store in Trotwood will not only provide residents with a convenient shopping destination but will also contribute to the local economy and job market.
narration. This is only a preview of the performance. For tickets to see a full, live performance of the Nutcracker at Schuster Center, visit daytonperformingarts.org/production/nutcracker. For more information about this event at DML, visit DaytonMetroLibrary.org or call the Library’s Ask Me Line at 937.463.2665.
6, 11 am-12 pm New Lebanon Branch Wednesday, December 6, 2-3 pm Premier Health’s lifestyle coach discusses how using stress hacks can help you stay balanced in your everyday life. Yoga Huber Heights Branch Thursday, December 14, 7-8 pm Cate Brinnon leads the hour demonstrating the benefits of yoga. Registration required. For more information, and to register if required, visit DaytonMetroLibrary.org or call the Library’s Ask Me Line at 937.463.2665.
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Premier Health Hospital Foundations Black Woman Founder of Host ‘Threads of Strength’ Oncology Nonprofit Launches Magazine to Fashion Show Support Minorities Affected By Proceeds will sustain integrative cancer therapies, aid development Breast Cancer of nutritional clinics Premier Health’s four hospital Foundations will host the “Threads of Strength” oncology fashion show to shine a spotlight on the remarkable resilience of cancer patients and their caregivers on Nov. 17, 2023, from 6 to 11 p.m. at the Dayton Arcade. “Threads of Strength is more than just a fashion show; it's a symbol of hope and unity," said Jenny M. Lewis, MBA, CFRE, system vice president of philanthropy at Premier Health. "We are proud to host this fashion show as a powerful celebration of the unwavering spirit that propels our patients and their families forward in their battle against cancer.” In partnership with Atrium Medical Center Foundation; Good Samaritan FoundationDayton; Miami Valley Hospital Foundation; and Upper Valley Medical Center Foundation, the fundraiser aims to raise vital support for cancer care and wellness across Premier Health. The event will further advance integrative therapies and introduce new oncology nutritional clinics and counseling across the health system. The urgency for nutritional clinics arises from a nationwide gap
in access to nutritional counseling and monitoring for oncology patients. Research has revealed that a staggering 80% of cancer patients experience malnutrition during their treatment journey. Most outpatient cancer centers, including those within Premier Health, are unable to bill for nutrition consult services due to a lack of reimbursement options through Medicare, Medicaid, or private insurers. This leaves patients with out-of-pocket expenses at a time when they are already grappling with financial burdens caused by their cancer diagnoses. "Premier Health’s commitment to delivering the best care extends to creating specialized services to support our patients,” said Amanda Musser, MSN, RN, system vice president of oncology operations at Premier Health. “We recognize the need for ongoing monitoring and dietary adjustments for specific tumor sites, which can greatly improve the patient's ability to tolerate treatment. Support from the Threads of Strength event will help us offer patients personalized nutritional guidance, which we believe is an integral part of their battle against cancer.” The evening's highlights will include awe-inspiring custom outfits created by world-renowned Indian
designer Shravan Kummar. Well-known for his heirloom ensembles, vintage-inspired embroideries and research-driven patterns, Kummar has designed outfits for the Met Gala in New York City and many red carpet events. "As we count on the courage and draw inspiration from the cancer fights of nearly 40 patients and dedicated caregivers, we are excited to have them don unique ensembles personally crafted by Shravan Kummar," said Jhansi Koduri, MD, a board-certified oncologist at Miami Valley Hospital and chair of the Threads of Strength event. "Each outfit will be thoughtfully adorned with colors representing the specific cancer ribbon associated with each model's journey. Shravan's generous donation includes dozens of custom-designed garments, an invaluable contribution in our mission to support our cancer patients and their families." The Threads of Strength fashion show promises to be a powerful celebration of hope, unity, and the extraordinary strength that resides within each individual facing the challenges of cancer. The event will feature dinner, a silent auction, fashion show, live music, and an after party in The Tank at the Dayton Arcade.
Media Release For Immediate Release November 16, 2023 DAYTON, Ohio — More than 520 members of the community participated in Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton’s annual 3K/5k Remembrance Walk on Oct. 21, 2023, at the Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton Hospice House, raising nearly $35,000. “The Remembrance Walk is a wonderful event to honor the memory of loved ones,” said Jill Lewis, development director with the Ohio’s Hospice Foundation. “The event also is an opportunity to raise funds to support patient care and services at Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton, including grief counseling, complementary therapies, and financial assistance for patients unable to pay for their care.” Memory walk signs to memorialize loved ones were placed along the walking path. Snacks and T-shirts were given to participants before the walk began. Awards were given to the top individual and the top team. The top Individual award was given to Jennifer
Weatherly, and the top team award was given to Hearts for Hospice. Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton is grateful to its sponsors. The presenting sponsor was Millcraft Paper. The silver sponsors were Calvary Cemetery, Day Air Credit Union, Huntington Bank, and Retire Med. The bronze sponsors were David’s Cemetery, Don Fodor RE/MAX Victory & Affiliates, Grunder Landscaping, and Insurance Works for You! The supporting sponsor was Loth. The photobooth sponsor was Printpoint Printing.
If anyone in the community was not able to attend the event but would like to support the mission of Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton, please visit: www.OhiosHospice.org/Give/ Members of the Community Raise Nearly $35,000 at Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton’s Annual 3K/5k Remembrance Walk Ohio’s Hospice is a partnership of missiondriven, not-for-profit hospices in Ohio committed to a shared vision of strengthening and preserving community-based hospices.
Members of the Community Raise Nearly $35,000 at Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton’s Annual 3K/5k Remembrance Walk
By: Jasmine Souers Nationwide -- Jasmine Dionne Souers, President and CEO of The Missing Pink Breast Cancer Alliance and a breast cancer survivor herself, is proud to announce the launch of More Life Magazine. The publication features a collection of stories, resources, and innovative ideas that relate to the experiences of people of color affected by breast cancer. The website and magazine feature personal stories to address cultural access barriers, connect people to more than 300 existing resources and support services, and promote policies and practices demonstrating success in eliminating barriers and disparities. With the support of Genentech and Built to Rock Events, The Missing Pink partnered with 12 dynamic breast cancer organizations to showcase the impact of their respective services in the lives of people of color, reflecting back the possibility of hope, help, and healing for patients and amplifying insights behind barrierbreaking efforts. “The disparities facing minorities affected by breast cancer are so great, they’re not something one organization is going to solve alone,” said Jasmine. “More Life Magazine brings together hundreds of resources in one place, it exists in various formats, and makes it easier for patients and the people who care for them like caregivers, social workers, providers, etc. to find help that may or may not exist in their backyard.” The inaugural issue of More Life Magazine predominantly features experiences that relate to Black and Latino people affected by breast cancer and unlike many minority breast cancer efforts,
it includes the experiences of and resources for men and people who identify as LGBTQ+. “I remember how isolating it was to navigate breast cancer as a 26-yearold Black woman in 2016,” said Jasmine. “In our first issue, I wanted to make sure we held space for as many unique perspectives from our diverse communities as possible because where there is light, there is hope. Everyone deserves to see a reflection of themselves in the face of people who are surviving and thriving after breast cancer and know what help is available to them.” More Life Magazine tackles various subjects, including experiences with clinical trials, parenting with cancer, fertility preservation, the impact of delayed diagnoses on families and more. As the cover story, Jasmine’s personal journey as a young survivor, advocate and co-survivor to her grandmother living with metastatic breast cancer lays the foundation for the vulnerable, authentic, and informational storytelling found throughout the publication. “Speaking from experience, I know the challenges people are facing
to overcome this disease are very real and I don’t think we should shy away from that, but the work happening to help people overcome many of these challenges is just as real,” said Jasmine. “I want to make help and hope more tangible for people who feel like it’s out of reach for them or the community they serve.” More Life Magazine is available online, in print, and in PDF. Additional stories and resources will be added to the site. Promo items for offices and outreach events are also available online. To learn more, visit TheMoreLifeMag.com About The Missing Pink Breast Cancer Alliance works collaboratively to create community resources that improve the lives of people of color affected by breast cancer. We harness the power of innovation through collaboration and education to eliminate barriers to quality healthcare and improve quality of life. To learn more, visit themissingpink.org. For press inquiries, contact 904-517-9576 or jasmines@themissingpink.org
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