We are only in the 1st week of "regular" school and it has already been reported that a young student at Bowen was shot and killed. This story really hit home as the father was someone my husband knew personally when he lived here in Englewood.
As stated in the tribune,"An Englewood native, Jackson, 45, said he has done volunteer work with the anti violence group CeaseFire Illinois and was involved with at least one other group geared toward helping youths." He like myself was a advocate for PEACE and still could not avoid this devastating outcome.
It seems to me that more folks are really becoming fed up and finally ready to TAKE ACTION! It seems like every time I look around there is an event taking place with the "Stop the Violence" theme...I just don't understand with so many campaigns, marches, rallies, why things are not changing similar to our seasons??
Well, I am no expert but I strongly feel whatever you focus your attention on becomes your reality. Sadly, everyone seems fixated on the violence, which is only inviting to become your reality.
Case in point, in the midst of an area where people dare to drive through, there some senstational fun events happening in Englewood too! The Black Ensemble Theater is here at KKC from September 10th-26th....This is a perfect for the family, I am definitely trying to check this out!
Also, as I envision Englewood become the "New Brooklyn of Chicago", on September 25th we will have "Hollywood in Englewood!!"
Imagine Englewood If...will host Englewood youth models while they "hit the runway" on Saturday, September 25, 2010, at the 3rd annual youth fundraiser of 'Imagine Englewood if . . .!'
The theme is "Hollywood in Englewood. . . Where Stars Walk," and the young models will showcase the designs of Chi-Vas White, Englewood native and creator of ONELLW Athletic Clothing. They will also receive certificates of recognition for their contribution to the event’s success. Come out and support our youth and Imagine Englewood If...
PLACE: True Vine Missionary Church (Lower Level)
ADDRESS: 6720 S. Stewart Ave., Chicago, IL 60621
TIME: 4:00 to 8:00 p.m.
DONATION: $10
There has been joy, peace, and love happening all over the community that is simply under reported!! Like today, September 12th there is a peace rally taking place at 3pm...I am heading out soon! If you read this today here is the link: Englewood Peace Rally
I have never been a big "rallier" if that's a word but I am always willing to connect with others who want to help save our communities! Speaking of folks ready to save our communities, the sisters of the Deborahs are always hard at work. From press conferences, to in house visit to victims of violence, marches, etc., the Deborahs are an ACTION driven movement! Tomorrow, September 13, 2010, the Deborahs we will be in support of one of our Deborah Stister who will testify for the Anti Violence Commission taking place at KKC 6301 S. Halsted from 4pm-9pm.
This is a very important hearing because the goverment is calling on the community! WE NEED TO STAND UP WHILE FOLKS ARE LISTENING!!!
“Violence is a community problem, and it needs a community solution,” Governor Quinn said. “The members of the Illinois Anti-Violence Commission will help us improve Illinois’ existing anti-violence programs and find new, workable solutions to save lives and rebuild neighborhoods.”
Read more here: http://www2.illinois.gov/antiviolence/Pages/default.aspx
I know I am tired of talking about this problem and ready to work on some solutions!! Lets work collectively implementing some tangible solutions!!
Well that's all for now...I have a busy week ahead of me!
As always TAKE ACTION to CREATE the LIFE YOU truly DESIRE!!
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