presents
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News From The Coalition, Inc. |
Friday 27 March 2009 |
Volume 3, Number 27 |
The Coalition, Inc. Board of
Directors Gary R. Adams (President),
John E. Churchville
(Treasurer), Yvonne
Haughton (Exec.
Secretary), Members: Josephine Blow, Patricia
Coyne, Stanley Daniels,
Tom Henry, Calvin Johnson,
Angela Mohammed, Abdul
Malik Raheem Table of content For Our Children … 02 This Week … 05 Employment and Training
Opportunities … 06 Health Matters …07 Green Piece … 09 Grants, Scholarships &
Instruction… 09 SpotLight … 13 Arts for Awareness … 14 Coming Up …16 Computers and Technology
… 17 A Hand Up … 18 On The Airways … 19 Page 02 If this publication is being
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Choose “Philadelphia’s
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usThe Coalition, Inc. Page 04 The only thing
required for evil to
triumph is for good
men to do nothing. JOIN THE COALITION,
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usthe.pa.coalition@gmail.com Page 05 I have gained this by
philosophy: that I do without
being commanded what
others do only from fear of
the law... Aristotle Coalition, Inc. members! Get
‘Your’web linkon The
Coalition, Inc. web site Page 06 Volunteers are still
needed to help
organize the first
INTER-FAITH
COMMUNITY Page 07 Only when human sorrows
are turned into a toy with
glaring colors will baby
people become interested -
for a while at least. The
people are a very fickle baby
that must have new toys
every day. JOIN THE COALITION,
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usthe.pa.coalition@gmail.com Page 08 Bubba was from the lower
valley, and he decided he
wanted to get married to his
sweetheart. So, while
enjoying some grits and
gravy for dinner one
evening, Bubba brought up
the subject with his Ma and
Pa. "Bubba, you can't get
married yet," insisted Ma.
"You're the baby of the
family." "But Ma," Bubba
protested, "I just had my
38th birthday last week."
"We know that, Bubba," Pa
chimed, "but your Ma and
me think you should put off
getting married until after
you graduate from high
school." (Submitted by Forrest Gates,
Lansing, MI) Submit your own humor, and
let our readers know how funny
you can be. We definitely need
the help. ; ) (Family appropriate) Page 09 Coalition members! Get
‘Your’web linkon The
Coalition, Inc. web site Page 10 Even if you are on the right
track, you'll get run over if
you just sit there. JOIN THE COALITION,
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laugh as much as I
cry; to get my work
done and try to love
somebody and have
the courage to accept
the love in return. JOIN THE COALITION,
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usthe.pa.coalition@gmail.com page 12 "Life is not a journey to the
grave with the intention of
arriving safely in a pretty and
well preserved body, but
rather to skid in broadside,
thoroughly used up, totally
worn out, and loudly
proclaiming 'WOW What a
Ride!'" JOIN THE COALITION,
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members and organizations.
If you wish to have your
organization spotlighted,
forward to us information on
your primary mission, your
current projects and/or how
you would want other
members of The Coalition,
Inc. to be involved. Many of
us are already being a
support to one another, but
there is plenty of room for
improvement. The Raw Family
Newsletter page 14 You are remembered
for the rules you
break… Douglas
MacArthur If you have a favorite
relevant quote, why
not share it with our
readers. send to
The.Pa.Coalition@gmail.com We will credit you
with the submission. page 15 JOIN THE COALITION! To join The Coalition, Inc. go
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‘Your’web linkon The
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‘Your’web linkon The
Coalition, Inc. web site Page 17 Stupidity got us into this mess
- why can't it get us out?...
G.W. Submit you own humor
pleeeeeze, and let us know
how funny you can be. We
definitely need the help. ; ) We will credit you with the
submission. (Humor suitable for
the entire family only!) Coalition members! Get
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‘Your’web linkon The
Coalition, Inc. web site Page 19 Anyone who believes
in psychokinesis
raise my hand. JOIN THE COALITION,
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the.pa.coalition@gmail.com Word Of The Week raiment \RAY-ment\, Clothing
in general; garments; -- usually
singular in form, with a
collective sense. |
Greetings Coalition Family! Physicians for Social Responsibility, charter members of The Coalition, Inc. presents its’ annual Legs Against Arms 5K Run/Walk Spring brings longer days, warmer weather, greener landscapes, and plenty of reasons to go for a run! Legs Against Arms 5K Run/Walk is only one month away! April 26, 2009 - La Salle University Not registered yet? Visit www.legsagainstarms.org for more information or click here to go directly to online registration. Already registered? Click here to create your personal fundraising page and ask friends and family to pledge on your behalf. All proceeds benefit PSR's violence prevention initiatives. Click here to see examples of current fundraising pages. Questions? Email info@legsagainstarms.org or call 215-765-8703. We want to hear from you! The Coalition, Inc. website is open! This is our website, let us build it together! Let us know
what you think. Due to the length of some announcements, full text will be available in our group The
Coalition, Inc. Group as will be noted. Thank you for your continued support.
“Individual commitment to a group effort -- that is what makes a team work, a
company work, a society work, a civilization work.” Vince Lombardi FOR OUR CHILDREN
WE NEED YOUR INPUT ON IMPROVING OUR
SCHOOLS
We Need You To Help Plan The Future Of Public Schools We Need The Input Of Parents, Community, Business, Faith-based Organizations, and most importantly... YOU!!! Considerations: •Safety •Teacher Quality •Old Buildings •After School •Discipline •Safety •Teacher Quality •Old Buildings •After School Meeting Dates & Locations: All meetings are from 6 to 8 PM RSVP: Kendall Hayes
by phone: 215-227-4407 x 1220 via email: khayesfullard@philasd.org March 31st - Girls High School (North) 1400 W. Olney Ave. PHILADELPHIA, PA 19141 Phone: 215 - 276 - 5258 ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Youth conference focuses on wealth building strategies The Philadelphia Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority will hold the Juanita Kidd Stout Memorial Conference for Youth, Succeeding Against the Odds: Staying Focused in Uncertain Times, on Saturday, April 18th Registration will begin at 8:15am The conference, for students grades 5-12, is designed to inform young people about wealth building strategies through hands-on activities that provide knowledge about earning, saving, investing and making money. The conference is presented in honor of one of the sorority’s most prestigious members, the late Juanita Kidd Stout, the first African American woman in America to be elected judge, serving in the Municipal and Common Pleas Courts in Philadelphia and serving the Pennsylvania State Supreme Court. In addition to interactive workshops, it will feature a youth entrepreneur showcase including jewelry, t-shirts, natural skincare products, unique handbags and tote bags. Participants will also receive a free gift bag, t-shirt, wealth building materials and more. The conference will be held at University of Pennsylvania, Houston Hall, 3417 Spruce Street Philadelphia. For more information, go here. or call 215-248-3388. ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Foster Parent (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) Looking for single or married couples who do not have any children living in their home- ethnic diversity desired; must be MATURE---to work with older adolescent boys. The qualified applicants will be people who have their own home and have a heart for children; will be able to provide a safe, warm and supportive environment; must have a sense of humor; know how to laugh and have fun; must be of sound mind and judgment; must be able to attend monthly mandatory training and must be able to work with others. You will be the primary care-giver(s) responsible for the medical, educational, social and therapeutic needs of the youth living in your home. Potential applicants must be able to possess clean clearances; including criminal record check, child abuse and FBI clearances. All applicants must be able to attend monthly mandatory training. Applicant's schedule will need to be flexible enough to allow for accompanying youth to various weekly appointments. Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Compensation: $700.00 bi-weekly stipend This is a contract job. Reply to Email: job-1047091145@craigslist.org Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster. Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests. ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Introducing the Official MWM "Lil Sistahs" Program A Powerful and Unique Sistahood for All Girls of African Descent Ages 7-18 Offering Sessions to Nurture, Protect, Guide, Support, and Raise Up the Spirit, Beauty, and Greatness of the "Mother of Civilization" (The Original Black Woman) and Her/Our Daughters Registration and Introduction Sessions will be taking place in Philly, New York, New Jersey, & Delaware during the month of March 2009 For more information e-mail: officialmwm@yahoo.com or tune into the "Nu Day Resurrection and Liberation" talk radio program each Saturday evening 10:30 PM-12 midnight EST www.bolgtalkradio.com/empresschi ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM In Philadelphia there are many latchkey children, children without role models, sedentary children, and Generation I (internet) children spending hours in front of a screen (TV and/or computer). ALL of these children have hidden or untapped talents and potential. The After School Program handout www.cap4kids.org/philadelphia on Cap4Kids
http://www.cap4kids.org/philadelphia/parent_handouts/after_school_programs_camps.html lists hundreds of activities to help children and teens realize their potentials
and at the same time decrease their risk taking behaviors. From Squash to Tennis,
Horse Back Riding to Training for Marathons, Mural Art making to Music recording. The programs are many and the need is many. PLEASE help families in need find
specific activities that interest our children and use the Cap4Kids After School
handout to help bridge the gap between families in need and the social service
agencies that serve them. In Philadelphia, and listed on the www.cap4kids.org/philadelphia website, there are so many resources for families in need that it is sometimes overwhelming to cover many of the issues that our families face as we try to link families in need with the social service agencies that serve them. To help, under the Resource tab, http://www.cap4kids.org/philadelphia/resources.html , we have added Cap4Kids Parent Questionnaires that you can post in your office, exam rooms, schools, and community centers to let families know what issues we can help them with in their community. Daniel R. Taylor, D.O., FAAP Assistant Professor Drexel University College of Medicine Director Community Pediatrics and Child Advocacy City Administrator Cap4Kids www.cap4kids.org/philadelphia St. Christopher's Hospital for Children Front and Erie Philadelphia, PA 19134 ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Online resources for parents: www.chestercountymoms.com, www.germantownavenueparents.com, www.norristownmom.com. This Week… Thursday Apr 2nd, 2009 Energy Choices for the Home, A Panel Discussion 6:30p Reception & informal information session featuring refreshments and displays from visiting organizations. 7:00p Program followed by Q&A All programs are free and open to the public. Learn ways to address energy needs in your home, from conservation to alternative fuels Panelists include... Liz Robinson of the Energy Coordinating Agency Mike McKinley of Solaris Energy Don Hull of Groundsource HVAC Angela Kassahun of The Energy Cooperative ~ More about the Schyulkill Center's Citizen Science program here The Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education (SCEE) is located in Roxborough 8480 Hagy's Mill Road Philadelphia, PA 19128 Directions here ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES CAREER FAIRS Philadelphia Career Fair Monday, April 6, 11 am – 3 pm Crowne Plaza Hotel 5100 Presidential Blvd. Phila, PA 19111 Http://nationalcareerfairs.com Advance Job Fair Tuesday, April 14, 9:30 am – 2:30 pm Valley Forge Convention Center 1100 First Avenue King of Prussia, PA 19408 Http://health-care-job-fairs.advanceweb.com ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Philadelphia Youth Network WorkReady Summer Internships: Do you have a child, family member or friend who is, or do you know a high school student? The City of Philadelphia will host Philadelphia high school students in part-time paid internships for six weeks over the summer. Please visit our website for program and application materials. Best Regards, The Office of Leadership Investment Stephanie Tipton Dominique Aubry Tara Mohr HEALTH MATTERS (If you, a friend, or loved one are trying to kick the habit of smoking, please pay attention to this column over the
next few weeks.) Smoking Wipes Out Protective Genes (BlackDoctor.org) -- A University of Rochester scientist discovered that the toxins in cigarette smoke wipe out a gene
that plays a vital role in protecting the body from the effects of premature aging. Without this gene we not only lose a bit of youthfulness - but the lungs are left open to destructive inflammation and
diseases such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and lung cancer. By identifying the Sirtuin ( SIRT1) gene's role in pulmonary disease, scientists also hope to find ways to restore it and
jump-start lung healing. They've begun testing the powerful antioxidant resveratrol, which is extracted from red grape
skins, to develop a treatment to target SIRT1 and reverse lung damage, or at least enhance the way standard COPD
therapies work. "This novel protein will allow us to program our body's immune-inflammatory system against lung damage and premature
aging. The hallmark of this discovery is that we may be able to provide remedies to millions of smokers who would like to
quit but cannot kick their addiction, and millions of former smokers who, despite quitting, remain at risk for illness as they
age," said Irfan Rahman, Ph.D., associate professor of Environmental Medicine and an investigator in the University of
Rochester's Lung Biology and Disease Program. The research was published in two separate studies, in the American Journal of Respiratory Critical Care
Medicine,appearing online Jan. 3, 2008, and in the American Journal of Physiology, appearing Dec. 27, 2007 . Approximately 23 million Americans have COPD, which is induced by inflammation and results in progressive
breathlessness. By the year 2020, it is expected to be the third leading cause of death worldwide; today at least 9 percent
of the elderly population is estimated to suffer from debilitating lung conditions. Rahman has spent years studying how the 4,700 toxic chemical compounds in cigarettes assault lung tissue. He also
focuses on why some people seem genetically predisposed to develop lung diseases while others are more fortunate,
despite being smokers. SIRT1 plays a pivotal role in the puzzle. It belongs to a class of genes that regulate chronic inflammation, cancer and
aging. When SIRT1 is highly active, or over-expressed in mice, worms and fruit flies, their life spans are greatly increased.
Recent studies also show that SIRT1 plays a positive role in stress resistance, metabolism, apoptosis and other processes
involved in premature aging. However, environmental stress such as cigarette smoke or pollution can decrease production
of SIRT1 in the lungs. In collaboration with Vuokko L. Kinnula, M.D., at Helsinki University Hospital in Finland, Rahman's team studied the
levels of SIRT1 in the lungs of nonsmokers and smokers with and without COPD. Thirty-seven patients from Helsinki who
were undergoing either a lung resection for suspected cancer or a lung transplant, volunteered to provide tissue samples
for the study. Researchers confirmed that SIRT1 was significantly lower in smokers who had COPD and in smokers who
did not have disease, compared to nonsmokers. The next step was to investigate what pathways lead to the depletion of SIRT1. Researchers found that Sirtuin also plays
a role in regulating the entire chemical signaling system that protects the lungs from smoke and pollution. They investigated
how SIRT1 relates to another key protective molecule, Nrf2, a transcription factor. Just as in the case of SIRT1, an
airway deficient in Nrf2 is weak and inflamed and more prone to conditions such as COPD, researchers found. Nrf2 was also important because it directly regulates several antioxidant genes such as gluthathione (GSH), the most
abundant cellular antioxidant responsible for detoxifying the airways. Therefore, the pathway from SIRT1 to Nrf2
ultimately leads to the depletion of GSH, exacerbating the organ's aging process. "You can be 45 years old and look great on the outside, but if you are a smoker or former smoker, your lungs can easily
be 60 years old because of the chemical assault," Rahman said. Other University of Rochester research teams are investigating the Nrf2 pathway and various ways to boost fundamental
genetic changes in the body that would arm it with amplified natural antioxidants. The result could be the development of a
target for new drugs that would protect us from age-related diseases such as cancer and emphysema. Although he was not involved in the study, James D. Crapo, M.D., a leading expert in the field of lung disease and a
professor of Medicine at the National Jewish Medical and Research Center, University of Colorado Health Sciences
Center in Denver, said Rahman's novel finding opens new doors. "This is certainly an important breakthrough in
understanding the persistent lung damage and inflammation that occur in patients with COPD, and therapies can now be
directed towards this protein." The Environmental Health Sciences Center of the University of Rochester, which is partially funded by the National
Institute of Environmental Health Sciences ( NIEHS), supported the research. In addition, the University of Rochester has
filed a patent to protect the identification of a novel molecular target to treat the progression of COPD and emphysema by
inducing the Sirtuin1 gene. By De'Laney Rowland, BDO Staff Writer GREEN PIECE ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- For sustainable enterprise go to Green Jobs Phillyhttp://www.greenjobsphilly.org/news GRANTS, SCHOLARSHIPS & INSTRUCTION FREE COMMUNITY ENERGY CONSERVATION WORKSHOPS April 18th 8:30am-1pm. "Expert advice + free energy kit (efficient light bulbs, shower heads, weather-stripping, etc). Stay warmer this winter, help the environment, prepare for the expiration of PECO's rate caps! PECO Financial Education Center, 4027 Market St. Register: Shawn McGeth at 215-307-4917 ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- QuestBridge Scholarship QuestBridge is pleased to announce this year's College Prep Scholarship, which helps outstanding low-income high school juniors compete for admission to top-ranked colleges. College Prep Scholarship awards include the following: full scholarships to college summer school programs at Harvard University, Stanford University, the University of Notre Dame, and Yale University; college admissions counseling provided by QuestBridge; invitations to QuestBridge College Admissions Conferences at Stanford and Yale; and all-expense-paid visits to top-ranked colleges The scholarship application is due on March 31, 2009. Visit our group for more information The Coalition, Inc. Group Philadelphia Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity is once again seeking applicants for its annual Hiliary H. Holloway, Esquire Scholarship Award program. The chapter's scholarship program, named after the late Hiliary H. Holloway, Esquire, a past Grand Polemarch and Laurel Wreath recipient of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, as well as a longtime member of the Philadelphia Alumni Chapter, is designed to aid promising minority male students in the public high schools of Philadelphia who are planning to matriculate in college following their graduation from high school. Applications and further info can be obtained from the student's Principal or guidance counselor. All applications must be postmarked by April 4, 2009 to be considered. The amount of the scholarship award is $2,000. A total of four $2,000 scholarships will be awarded in 2009. The fraternity uses the scholarship grants to enhance the opportunities for minority males to acquire a college education. The organization seeks to reach and assist those young men who have demonstrated academic promise, but have not necessarily accumulated the highest averages. Additionally, the need for financial assistance is fundamental. Students who meet these criteria should contact their Principal or guidance counselor about this scholarship opportunity immediately. An application can also be downloaded from the Philadelphia Alumni Chapter's web site: http://www.phillykappas.org ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- NIH Summer Institute on Community-Based Participatory Research The National Institutes of Health has announced the 2nd summer institute. We are thrilled to see that the organizers have
responded to Community-Campus Partnerships for Health’s (CCPH) comments on last year's summer institute. When the 1st NIH institute on CBPR was announced, CCPH expressed concern about its exclusive focus on academic
researchers. In CBPR, the community is involved at the very start of the research, so it was incongruent that the institute did not include the community partners or acknowledge the possibility of a
community partner as a principal investigator or co-PI. This summer's institute has been designed for community-academic partner teams (see below for details). CCPH has successfully implemented community-academic partner team-based model of CBPR training: http://depts.washington.edu/ccph/pdf_files/2005CBPRInstituteApp3-25.pdf and http://depts.washington.edu/ccph/pdf_files/2005%20Summer%20Institute%20Agenda.pdf The training curriculum, "Developing and Sustaining CBPR Partnerships" is available online at www.cbprcurriculum.info. If you're interested in bringing a CBPR training workshop or institute to your location, contact CCPH senior consultant Rachel Vaughn at sliccph@mcw.edu for more information. ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Self-Empowering Job Readiness Workshops You've given your students/clients the knowledge and skills. The question now becomes- "Can they SELL themselves?" We're pleased to announce that Love Movement Video has added a 5th "Self Empowerment" workshop. Our "Job Readiness' workshop focuses on the following goals for the participants A. To feel more comfortable and confident while job hunting
B. Learning how to develop a career C. Incorporating video technology in job searches D. Developing Positive life Skills The interactive workshops consist of: Lecture Handouts Practicing Techniques Video Taping Mock Interviews Topics covered in workshops:
-Reading the want ads -Dressing for success -Setting up Interviews -Interviewing -Frequently asked questions -Body Language -Managing work expenses -Sales and selling yourself -Creating your own niche For info on the other available workshops click the link http://www.lovemovementvideo.com/Workshops.html IF your students or clients can benefit from any of our "Self Empowerment" workshops give me a call or an e-mail Bernard D. Miller 267-679-0100 ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- AFRICAN AMERICAN STUDENTS ARE NOT APPLYING FOR SCHOLARSHIPS Even if you do not have a college-aged child at home, please share this with someone who does, pass this scholarship information on to anyone and everyone that comes to mind. Though there are a number of companies and organizations that have donated moneys for scholarship use to African Americans, a great deal of the money is being returned because of a lack of interest. No one is going to knock on our doors and ask if we can use a scholarship. Take the initiative to get your children involved. There is no need for money to be returned to donating companies because we fail to apply for it. Please pass this information on to family members, nieces, nephews, and friends with children etc. We must get the word out that money is available. If you are a college student or getting ready to become one, you probably already know how useful additional money can be. Our youth really could use these scholarships. Thanks!! For a list of scholarships please visit our group ‘The Coalition, Inc.’ http://groups.google.com/group/coalition-the ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- SpotLight ON OUR EFFORTS LEGS AGAINST ARMS 5K RUN/WALK As an outgrowth of our commitment to eliminate the epidemic of youth violence in Philadelphia, Physicians for Social
Responsibility (PSR) is hosting Legs Against Arms, a 5K Race/Walk, at La Salle University on April 26, 2009. We will
strengthen our legs while opposing illegal handguns in Philadelphia. Individuals, families and teams are encouraged to
participate as activists and advocates for a future filled with hope, not harm. Trish McDermott was murdered at 9th and
Chestnut Streets in 2005 and her family wanted a way to celebrate her life rather than her traumatic death. At LAA II in
2008, Team Trish was formed in her memory. PSR and Team Trish invite you to continue this tradition and get a team
together to honor and celebrate the life of a loved on lost to violence. Any proceeds support PSR’s ongoing violence
prevention initiatives. ARTS FOR AWARENESS **** “Poetry & Praise Series” **** ***Calling All Poets, Singers, Comedians, & Musicians*** OPEN MIC - OPEN MIC - OPEN MIC - OPEN MIC - OPEN MIC The Place to be is WESLEY A.M.E ZION CHURCH – 1500 Lombard Street, Phila., PA 19146 Rev. Dr. Paul S. Hoggard, Pastor ***Live Musical Band- “MTM” Many Thoughts of Music*** SATURDAY – 04/04/2009 FROM – 5pm to 9pm $10.00 Donation $5.00 Donation for Performing Poets/Singers HOSTED BY: “CRUCIAL”- Also Host of Panoramic Poetry, Sponsored by October Gallery http://www.myspace.com/CrucialPoet Also Featuring: Poetry By: “Caution” & “Kareem Game Face Hall” Young Ladies Praise Dancers – “Young Ordered Steps” Young Men’s Mime Group – “Hands for God” Wesley A.M.E Zion Church – “Jubilee Singers” Charles Newkirk & Friends DINNERS SOLD BY: Brenda’s Soul Food Café ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- North Stars Spoken Word Cafe Join our after school arts students, North Stars for a SPOKEN POETRY CAFE from
4:30-6:30 at our community partners' venue, Jimmy John's (located on Temple's Main
Campus). This FREE event is for middle and high school students who want to share
their written work with our audience. Come on out during the spring break and bring
friends and family. Hope to see you there! North Stars' Spoken Word Cafe Tuesday, April 7, 2009 4:00pm-6:00pm ~ Free Jimmy John's 1601 N. 15th Street (Temple's Campus) Phila, PA Art Sanctuary North Stars' students invite Philly youth to join them for a Spoken Word Café. The North Stars will be hosting and read their own poetry created during the semester under the guidance of our lead artist instructor Trapeta Mayson and spoken word instructor the Twin Poets of DEF Poetry Jam. Bring your
rhythm and rhymes. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED! SPACE IS LIMITED! Please contact our Education
Coordinator Melissa Palmer (mpalmer@artsanctuary.org) at 215.232.4485. Celebrating 10 years of the power of Black art to transform, unite and enrich! ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Jus’ Words at Dowlings Place
1310 No. Broad St. Phila Every Thurs. 9pm to 1am · Poets · Rappers · Singers · Spoken Word Artists $5.00 cover COMING UP IMMIGRATION QUESTIONS? SAVE THE DATES Citizenship Days – pro bono Immigration attorneys will be on hand to assist in the preparation of naturalization applications and fee waivers Philadelphia and State College – Saturday April 18th Allentown – Sunday April 19th PICC's First State Lobby Day will be May 5th, in Harrisburg. Pennsylvania Immigration & Citizenship Coalition 2100 Arch Street, 7th Floor Philadelphia, PA 19103 215-832-0636 ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Summer Youth Program Program Description For more information Click Here ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- COMPUTERS & TECHNOLOGY
Free Online Computer InstructionSee ‘Archives’ at www.Ustream.tv/channel/cbm-tv ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- A HAND UP! Got Space?
Local Non-Profit is looking for room to develop! For My Daughter is looking for approximately 350 - 500 square feet of indoor space for an academic Youth Program. Requirements: Separate Male & Female Restrooms Secure, yet visible to the community Room for desks and tables (no more than 10) Spacious enough for computers and lots books Year round, weekday and weekend access Really, reasonable rent! Contact: Yvonne Haughton 267-795-7811 director@formydaughterlibrary.org IT’S HERE!! Our group A HAND UP! Is now open, please go to: In response to the needs of many grassroots organizations for the basic tools to implement and sustain their ideas and projects, The Coalition, Inc. members have come together to establish a network to facilitate the distribution/re-distribution of unwanted, unneeded, surplus and even repairable items for recycling. · If you have office supplies, electronics, office furniture, you are updating, or no longer use, free up that space by offering them to someone who can get good use from it. · If you have office space you do not have an immediate use for, offer it to home-based organizations for a few hours a week as a meeting place. · If you have special skills such as grant/proposal writing, website design/maintenance, or computer skills, please Contact Us share your expertise and educate others. · If your organization offers aid to the less fortunate such as meals, clothing, resume' writing, job search, SAT/LSAT coaching, GED classes, scholarship help etc., share it Here To join The Coalition go to: www.TheCoalitionInc.org and download a copy of the Pledge of Commitment and return it to us The.Pa.Coalition@gmail.com Those in need of particular equipment, furnishings or supplies are encouraged to join to this group (A HAND UP!) to inquire if others are able to assist. Any group or individual may make donations, but individuals who wish to request donations must do so through a member organization. Organizations are encouraged to post notices of ongoing or special community service programs that are open to the public i.e. Food Banks; seasonal clothing/toys; fuel programs, etc. To post: Click Here or Mail to: A Hand Up! You may also offer or make requests anonymously through the group moderators who will arrange pick up/delivery via a third party. If you wish to assist others by making transportation available for pickups or deliveries, please let a group moderator know. To join: A Hand Up! ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web linkon The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Remember to support The Coalition, Inc.’s on-air personalities… NEW TIME! Straight Up WORD with Dr. John Elliott Churchville, Senior Pastor of The Liberation Fellowship Church
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