As the Women of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Peoria Alumnae Chapter approached the Third Annual Sisterhood and Legends Luncheon the weather was repeated cycles of rain, snow, sleet, and ice. And yet on Saturday, March 24, 2018, at the George Washington Carver Center, this ground breaking celebration was held with a near capacity … Continue reading Sisterhood and Legends Luncheon: A Celebration of Empowerment, Enthusiasm, and Energy By Dr. Francesca A. Armmer
Month: April 2018
Angela Henry among Five Honorees at Illinois Department of Human Rights Luncheon By Cleo Dailey III (Modernday Lazurus)
On March 28, 2018 the Illinois Department of Human Rights celebrated the positive impacts women have made in Illinois and reflected on how they can continue to promote fairness and equality for women and fight discrimination. At their Women’s Day Luncheon, IDHR honored five incredible women for Women’s History Month. These five women have excelled … Continue reading Angela Henry among Five Honorees at Illinois Department of Human Rights Luncheon By Cleo Dailey III (Modernday Lazurus)
State of Illinois honor trailblazing women
Women’s History Month celebration part of statewide Fairness and Equality Campaign Left to Right: Rhonda Carter Adams, Commissioner Jefferies, Dr. Sheila Quirk-Bailey, Governor Bruce Rauner, Jimena Lopez, Angela Henry, Cori Rutherford, Janice Glenn, Dr. Sharon Kherat , and Larry Ivory EAST PEORIA – Gov. Bruce Rauner, the Illinois Department of Human Rights (IDHR) and the … Continue reading State of Illinois honor trailblazing women
Continuing Dr. King’s Legacy in 2018 By Cassiette West-Williams
It is NOT business as usual, said the Chicago Catholic priest, who was invited to be the keynote speaker at the New National Civil Rights Museum, formerly known as the Lorraine Motel in Memphis, TN. As the week-long Commemorative Program remembered Dr. Martin Luther King’s April 4, 1968 assassination, Rev. Michael Pfleger cautioned his audiences … Continue reading Continuing Dr. King’s Legacy in 2018 By Cassiette West-Williams
Church of the Living God #5 – 4thAnnual Fashion Show Fundraiser May 5, 2018
Church of the Living God Temple #5 - 4th Annual Fashion Show Fundraiser will be Saturday, May 5, 2018 at 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. at FFC Life Together Center, 3601 N. Sheridan Road. There will be fun, food, prizes and a spectacular show of fashion at its best. Tickets are $15 and can be … Continue reading Church of the Living God #5 – 4thAnnual Fashion Show Fundraiser May 5, 2018
South Side Mission Annual Banquet featuring Dr. John M. Perkins as Keynote Speaker and Gospel Singer Pastor Deveraux Hubbard May 14, 2018
South Side Mission is celebrating its Annual Banquet on Monday, May 14, 2018, at the Peoria Civic Center. The event begins at 6:00 PM in the Ballroom featuring international speaker and teacher on issues of racial reconciliation, leadership and Christian community development, Dr. John M. Perkins and Peoria’s very own, Gospel Singer/Songwriter, Pastor Deveraux Hubbard. … Continue reading South Side Mission Annual Banquet featuring Dr. John M. Perkins as Keynote Speaker and Gospel Singer Pastor Deveraux Hubbard May 14, 2018
Peoria Friendship M.B. Church Presents 1st Annual Spring Fling Fashion Extravaganza April 29, 2018
Peoria Friendship M.B. Church, 3828 N. New York, will host the 1st Annual Spring Fling Fashion Extravaganza on April 29, 2018 at 3:30 p.m. The event will feature spring styles from Catherine’s and Four Season’s with a fabulous Finale by Janet’s Just for You. There will also be a Special Prize Give A Way and … Continue reading Peoria Friendship M.B. Church Presents 1st Annual Spring Fling Fashion Extravaganza April 29, 2018
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