DELTA
Sorority Seeks to Celebrate African American Men as “Black Diamonds”
Deadline for Nominations is Tomorrow
Unsung African American males who seldom get acknowledged for
being heroes and role models are being sought as nominees for recognition
at a gala awards breakfast on June 23 at the Manor Centre
Complex. Sponsored by the Greater Cleveland Delta Foundation Life
Development Center, “Black Diamonds: A Celebration of African American Men”
will honor “every day guys” upon whom their families can depend, neighbors
respect and co-workers or classmates admire.
“Our community is full of ordinary men who have been an
inspiration to others through their unselfish dedication and respect for
truth and justice,” says Carol Wagner, president of
GCDFLDC. “We believe it is up to us to showcase all that is
best in our community,” she continued.
To nominate boys aged 10-17 and men 18 years or older visit www.wix.com/gcdlfc/deltafoundationblackdiamond
for eligibility requirements, applications and details
concerning the awards breakfast.
The deadline for nominations is Thursday, March 9.
“Hard work and good deeds are the core of success in any
community. Expressing our gratitude for these men will demonstrate
how much we treasure them as jewels. Without them our community
would be bankrupt. They are “life size” role models for our
youth who represent down-to-earth success stories right where we live,” said
Patricia A. Ackerman, chair of the event planning committee.
“Because we know there are many people who value men who don’t
have fancy titles or high profile status but are the glue that cements our
community, we hope to be deluged with nominations. So many fathers,
brothers, uncles, nephews, cousins, neighbors and family friends in
greater Cleveland are deserving of this honor,” said Ackerman.
Churches and other community organizations desiring “Black
Diamonds” promotional materials for distribution to their membership
should send their requests and any additional questions to renee.harrisondst@gmail.com.
The Manor Centre Complex is located at 24111 Rockwell
Dr. in Euclid.
For additional information contact: renee.harrisondst@gmail.com
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Brian
Hall to speak at S.O.U.P. luncheon
Local businessman Brian Hall will be the guest speaker when
The Society of Urban Professionals [S.O.U.P.] honors Tri-C president Jerry Sue
Thornton with its 2012 Visionary Award.
The award will be presented at a luncheon on Wednesday,
March 14 from 11:45AM-1:15PM at Embassy Suites Downtown, 1701 East 12 St.
[44114].
Hall is CEO of Innogistics LLC and has been active in civic
and business leadership circles for more than twenty years. He is the founder
of The Presidents Council, comprised mostly of the region’s largest minority
business enterprises.
For more
info: souplunch@yahoo.com .
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Cleveland
Black MBA Association invests in high school students
The Leaders of Tomorrow is an academic enrichment and
leadership program serving high school students who demonstrate leadership
potential. The students have an opportunity through the program to develop
their leadership, academic and personal skills through special curricula that
focus on mentoring, cultural exposure, experiential learning and college
preparation.
This Saturday, March 12, LOT students will facilitate
National Black MBA Association workshops on increasing home and workplace
efficiency and learning to lead more effectively.
A second series of workshops — on dealing effectively with
change and learning to find and follow your passion — is scheduled for
Saturday, April 7 and will be followed by an awards ceremony.
Both Saturday programs begin at 11AM and
conclude by 2PM at 4600 Euclid Ave., Suite 320. Free parking.
For more information: catrinapalmer1@gmail.com.
Seal
My Records Fundraiser Canceled
The
Executive Comedy & Cocktails fundraiser scheduled for this Saturday, March
10, has been canceled. Organizers have
promised to process all refunds as soon as possible. For more info: sealmyrecord@yahoo.com .
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THIS WEEKEND
The African American Museum is sponsoring a Talent Show
fundraiser on March 10 at 5:30PM at the Phoenix Village Academy, 12601 Shaker
Blvd [44120].
The program will feature a special appearance by Rockin
Robots.
Tickets are $10 in advance, $15 at the door. Further info: 216.280.0714 or 216.374.2899 or myafricanmuseum@yahoo.com.
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