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Breast Cancer survivors Sarita and Zerita host “Blink Pink” to raise funds for Komen Maryland Race for the Cure!:
Baltimore businesswomen Sarita Oaks Murray and Zerita Holly-Ross, both breast cancer survivors, will host Blink Pink, an evening of jazz and old school music, food, fellowship, relaxation and pampering. Blink Pink will be held on Friday, October 16, 2009 at the Inn and Spa at the Colonnade, 4 West University Parkway, Baltimore, MD from 6 to 10 pm. Read in Full >>

Mark “Big Dawg” Agent Coaches Woodlawn Warriors to 4-1:
6'5" teacher-coach leads 4-1 Woodlawn Warriors to a winning football season - so far. And if they listen, and work hard - they just might beat a really tough 5-game schedule against Perry Hall, Hereford, Parkville, Kenwood and Milford.
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"Healthcare Reform Forum: Solutions from Left to Right" in NW Baltimore County:
The NDC-Northwest Democratic Club and Northwest Baltimore County Democratic Club are sponsoring a free public event at  the  Owings Mills Volunteer Fire Station, 10401 Owings Mills Boulevard, Owings Mills, MD 21117, on Tuesday, October 13, 2009, at 7 pm, entitled ... "Healthcare Reform Forum:  Solutions from Left to Right" Read in Full >>

2009 GBLA Masquerade Ball is Coming:
From its H1N1 education and free flu shot initiative to its Health Care legislation discussion panels, The Greater Baltimore Leadership Association (GBLA), the Young Professionals Auxiliary of the Greater Baltimore Urban League is leading the charge in community service despite the set-backs bought about during the current recession.  The organization has developed an aggressive schedule for serving the community through 2010 with Financial Empowerment Seminars designed to see area residents through the tough economy, Nutrition and other health related programs that address immediate dangers to area citizens and ongoing youth mentorship initiatives. Read in Full >>

University of Baltimore Unveils New Look For Its Midtown Campus:
At noon on September 30th, University of Baltimore President Robert Bogomolny will unveil an original series of illustrations by world-renowned designers that will adorn light poles, street banners and posters throughout the University’s Midtown campus.  Each illustration interprets and celebrates UB's tagline, Knowledge That Works.  
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Morehouse Homecoming:

Whether you are returning to reflect, reconnect or revive that Ol' Morehouse spirit, we look forward to celebrating the festivities of Homecoming with you.  

 

When: October 24, 2009

Where: B.T Harvey Stadium and surrounding area

Time: 2 pm

 

For more details, please login to the College's website: www.morehouse.edu to register for Homecoming 2009 and the Alumni Tailgate Experience.

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14th Anniversary of the Million Man March - 2009:
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MOREHOUSE TIGERS BEAT BENEDICT; EXTEND WIN STREAK:

The Maroon Tigers started the 2009 season with a bang, bashing the Benedict College Tigers, 34-13.

The victory extends the Morehouse win streak to four games, dating back to October 18 and avenges a 7-3 loss to Benedict, on opening day last year.  Morehouse has now won 5-of-6 against the Tigers from Columbia, SC.

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St. Martin’s Rev. Dr. Kevin Daniels to be Inducted as Bishop by the National Beth-El Churches, Inc.:

St. Martin Church of Christ is pleased to announce that its pastor, Rev. Dr. Kevin Daniels, will be inducted into the Episcopacy by the National Beth-El Churches, Inc. with Epsicopal Jurisdiction over Communty and Education on Saturday, October 24, 2009 from 2pm to 6pm at the Sheraton Dover Hotel Grand Ballroom located at 1570 North Dupont Highway, Dover, DE 19901.

 

Additionally, the St. Martin Church of Christ, along with our surrounding communities, will celebrate Dr. Daniels for “A Decade of Community & Service and Induction into the Episcopacy.” This event will be held on Sunday, October, 25, 2009 from 2 to 6 pm at Martin’s West, 6817 Dogwood Road, Baltimore, Maryland 21244. 

“As a pastor, academician and licensed social worker in the State of Maryland, even amidst this very prestigious elevation, I continue to see my role as a public theologian and community activist,” said Dr. Daniels.

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Baltimore Housing Fights Blight and Wins In Court:
Attorneys for Baltimore Housing prevailed in a long-running lawsuit to eliminate the blighting influence of the Lebow Building, a prominent former factory in the Station North Arts and Entertainment District located at 1500 Barclay Ave. On Tuesday, Judge Pamela White of the Circuit Court for Baltimore City granted the City’s request to appoint a receiver and ordered the owners to pay $58,000 in back fines to the City. Read in Full >>

BALTIMORE HOUSING CRACKS DOWN ON VIOLATORS:
The Permits and Code Enforcement Division of Baltimore Housing has instituted aggressive new measures to ensure that all required permits are obtained before any construction work begins in Baltimore City. The new program marks the first time an automated approach has been developed to administer penalties and conduct regular re-inspections of addresses in violation. Read in Full >>

Northwestern H.S.'s Class of '79 Rocks!:
Celebrating 30th anniversary on Spirit of Baltimore, 8.22.09  Read in Full >>

BIKERS FOR BRAIN CANCER RESEARCH:
Motorcycle Riders and enthusiasts from up and down the East Coast will be joining the Brain Cancer Research for a Cure Foundation and world-renowned Neurosurgeon and Scientist, Dr. Alfredo Quinones-Hinojosa for the historic charity event. The Brain Cancer Research for a Cure Foundation’s “Creating Hope Motorcycle Ride” is supported by over 100 Motorcycle Clubs with over 2000 registered bikers, Brain Cancer patients, their families and local government agencies. Bikers will meet at Apple Ford in Columbia, MD and be led by police escort to M&T Bank Stadium. Brain Cancer patients, Bikers and other supports will all rally together in parking lot-B of M&T Bank Stadium and enjoy food and shopping from local vendors, entertainment and a motorcycle raffle. Read in Full >>

NAACP CALLS ON FAITH LEADERS TO DELIVER URGENT MESSAGE TO THE COMMUNITY ...:
The Baltimore City Branch NAACP during a radio show on WOLB 1010 AM tomorrow, at approximately 8 am, will call upon all faith based leaders to immediately begin delivering messages of ‘Stop the Killing and End the Violence’ starting Tuesday and through Sunday morning worship. Read in Full >>

A PHILANTHROPIC COVENANT WITH BLACK AMERICA:
From marquee foundations dispensing the fortunes of corporate titans, to family foundations supporting causes close to a founder's heart, to community foundations striving to make a difference at home, the philanthropic sector offers vast resources to tackle the world's most pressing problems. But, while people of color make up one-third of the population of the United States, research by the Foundation Center shows that only 7 percent of grant support is designated specifically for racial and ethnic minorities. Read in Full >>