smARTkids @ the Library – March 13th
March 6th, 2010 by Shorty
10 am–12 pm, Bessie Coleman Library, 731 E. 63rd Street
2–4 pm, Blackstone Library, 4904 S. Lake Park Avenue
Drop by your local library for some free family fun. This Saturday, see artists’ recreations of famous places, design your own postcard of your favorite site in Chicago, and hear a girl’s story about her trip to Chicago in The Journey by Sarah Stewart.
All ages are welcome, though activities are designed for children 4-12. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Silas Purnell Destination College Fair – March 6th
March 5th, 2010 by Shorty
Silas Purnell Destination College Fair for 6th- through 12th-grade Students
Saturday, March 6, 2010
10:00 am – 2:00 pm
The Black Star Project
3509 S. King Drive, Suite 2B
Chicago, Illinois
These colleges have confirmed their participation in the Silas Purnell College Fair:
Chicago State University
City Colleges of Chicago
De Paul University
Eastern Illinois University
East-West University
Governor’s State University
Illinois College of Optometry
Illinois Institute of Technology
Northeastern Illinois University
Northwestern University
University of Chicago
University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign
University of Illinois at Chicago
United States Marines
Westwood College
Xavier University in New Orleans
The purpose of this college resource fair is to offer students the opportunity to:
- Learn about various college options and opportunities
- Gather information about course listings, life on campus, and financial aid at colleges and universities
- Talk with staff or current students about life on their college campuses
For more information or to RSVP, please call Ivory Harris at 773.285.9600 or email smp@blackstarproject.org.
FREE Buying and Selling a Home Workshop – March 13th
March 1st, 2010 by Shorty
As part of Chicago Public Library’s Law at the Library series, this FREE workshop will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 13th at Woodson Regional Library located at 9525 S. Halsted Street. Contact (312) 747-6921 for more information.
African American History Events at South Side Libraries – February 27th
February 23rd, 2010 by Shorty
Patricia Liddell Researchers present their Annual Black History Month Celebration
Saturday, February 27, 11:00 am
Woodson Regional Library, Second Floor Conference Room
The Patricia Liddell Researchers, Chicago’s chapter of the African American Historical and Genealogical Society, demonstrate techniques and offer advice on the best resources to use when tracing ancestral lineage in this annual genealogy program.
African Mask Making with Pamela Clemons
Saturday, February 27, 11:00 a.m.
Bessie Coleman Branch
Create your own African Mask using paper and your imagination in this hands-on program.
The Art of Charcoal Drawing
Saturday, February 27, 11:00 a.m.
Blackstone Branch
Join artist Edwina Searcy in this hands-on program as she demonstrates charcoal drawing techniques.
Jewelry Making with Nubia Ptah
Saturday, February 27, 1:00 p.m.
West Pullman Branch
Participants learn the art of jewelry making in this fun and interactive program.
Mosaic Picture Making
Saturday, February 27, 1:00 p.m.
Whitney Young Branch
Join artist Krystal Webb as she demonstrates mosaic picture making techniques. Each participant will leave this program with their own mosaic picture suitable for framing.
The Art of Charcoal Drawing
Saturday, February 27, 1:00 p.m.
South Chicago Branch
Join artist Edwina Searcy in this hands-on program as she demonstrates charcoal drawing techniques.
Chicago Public Schools All City Elementary Schools Band
Saturday, February 27, 1:00 p.m.
Bessie Coleman Branch
Musical performance by CPS All City Elementary Schools Band.
Author’s Book Discussion and Signing
Saturday, February 27, 1:30 pm
Woodson Regional Library, Auditorium
Sisi Donald Mosby discusses and autographs his new book, Black Holocaust: The Fred Hampton Murder Case.
In the Oral Tradition: Granny Tales
Saturday, February 27, 1:30 p.m.
Brainerd Branch
Participants are invited to recount their favorite tale, told to them by a grandparent. For teenagers ages 13 -16 yrs
The Art of Cartooning
Saturday, February 27, 2:00 p.m.
Jeffery Manor Branch
Artist Michael Burton, the “Urban Rockwell” teaches participants the art of cartooning.
African Mask Making with Pamela Clemons
Saturday, February 27, 2:00 p.m.
Chicago Lawn Branch
Create your own African Mask using paper and your imagination in this hands-on program.
African American History Events at South Side Libraries – February 25th
February 20th, 2010 by Shorty
African Americans in Photography
Thursday, February 25, 4:30 p.m.
Vodak- Eastside Branch
Join photographer Owen Lawson as he discusses the history of African Americans in photography, including his professional career. In addition, Lawson demonstrates how to take outstanding digital photographs.
Talking Jazz
Thursday, February 25. 6:00 p.m.
Whitney Young Branch
Whitney Young staff members lead a group discussion on specific musical artists concentrating on their musical genre, discography, biographical information, and more.
Paint Yourself Silly Art Class – February 24th
February 19th, 2010 by Shorty
Paint Yourself Silly Art Class will be held at Hegewisch Public Library from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 24th. Hegewisch is located at
3048 E. 130th Street.
African American History Events at South Side Libraries – February 24th
February 19th, 2010 by Shorty
African American Stories and Crafts for Preschoolers
Wednesday, February 24, 11:00 a.m.
Jeffery Manor Branch
Children enjoy stories about African American history and create a related craft.
African American History Events at South Side Libraries – February 23rd
February 18th, 2010 by Shorty
Talking Jazz
Tuesday, February 23, 6:00 p.m.
Whitney Young Branch
Whitney Young staff members lead a group discussion on specific musical artists concentrating on their musical genre, discography, biographical information, and more.
Feedback About Electrical Training at Dawson
February 17th, 2010 by ShortyI posted information about the ComEd electrical training partnership with Dawson Skill Center on my Shorty In Da House blog.
Here is the most recent comment received:
Be cautious of this lineman program because not too many people are finding jobs. In most cases, you lose $6500.00 and are back where you started five months earlier. I don’t know of too many lineman jobs that are excited about your certificate from Dawson. In fact, most line jobs offer there own climbing course and instructions.”
African American History Events at South Side Libraries – February 22nd
February 17th, 2010 by Shorty
The Art of Knitting and Crocheting
Monday, February 22, 10:30 a.m.
Jeffery Manor Branch
Participants learn the basic techniques of knitting and crocheting. All materials will be provided.
A Taste of Motown
Monday, February 22, 5:30 p.m.
Thurgood Marshall Branch
Participants lip-sync to great hit sounds of Motown.
African Americans in Photography
Monday, February 22, 6:00 p.m.
Wrightwood-Ashburn Branch
Join photographer Owen Lawson as he discusses the history of African Americans in photography, including his professional career. In addition, Lawson demonstrates how to take outstanding digital photographs.
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