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Spotlight Event: Wed., Aug. 27
9 a.m., Chicago Hilton Hotel and Towers, 720 S. Michigan Ave.
Reflect, Reinvest, Revitalize! Preserving the African American Experience, hosted by the Association of African American Museums Conference lasts until Aug. 30. The Association seeks to enhance the African American museum experience by celebrating history, diversity, culture and identity. Also opening is “American I Am: The African American Imprint,” stops on its tour at the DuSable Museum Wednesday and Thursday. For registration information, visit www.blackmuseum.org, www.dusablemuseum.org or call 773.947.0600.
Fri, Aug. 22
10:45 a.m.-2:45 p.m., Adler Planetarium, 1300 S. Lake Shore Drive
Fly Me to the Moon, a space adventure with three houseflies and the Apollo 11 crew, the first individuals in human history to step foot on the moon. After seeing the movie, check out the Shoot for the Moon interactive exhibit. Show times are every hour at 15 minutes until the hour. $5-$10. 312.922.STAR.
Sat., Aug. 23
11 a.m.-3 p.m., DiNolfo’s Banquets, 9425 W. 191st St., Mokena
Diamond Celebration honoring R. D. Henton. Special guests include Rance Allen and Tramaine Hawkins. Attendees, please dress in all white. $75. This event culminates The Campmeeting Breakthrough services held during the week at Monument of Faith Church (2750 W. Columbus Ave.) 773.918.0180.
Sat., Aug. 23
11 a.m-5 p.m., Washington Park, 57th St. and Russell Drive
Youth Summit 2008 presented by the United Churches for Christ who promote outreach programs centered on encouraging and engaging Chicago-area youth. Recording artist Platinum Souls will be in concert at the event. Free.
Sat., Aug. 23
noon-2 p.m., AziziBooks, Lincoln Mall, 208 Lincoln Mall Drive, Matteson
Book Signing by Theresa Banks, author of Surviving a Lay Off, Becoming a Published Author, BARRENhood and Woman of Integrity. Books must be purchased at Azizi to be autographed. Free.
Sat., Aug. 23
7:30 p.m., Harris Theater for Music and Dance, 205 Randolph Drive
Dance for Life, a showcasing of six of Chicago’s premiere dance companies collaborate to mark the 17th anniversary of raising funds for HIV/AIDS prevention and services. The dance companies are Deeply Rooted Dance Theater, Giordano Jazz Dance Chicago, The Joffrey Ballet, Jump Rhythm Jazz Project, River North Chicago Dance Company and Thodos Dance Chicago. Reception is at 5 p.m., then performance. $75-$5000. 312.922.5812.
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Sun., Aug. 24
10:30 a.m., White Pines Golf Club, 500 W. Jefferson, Bensenville
Chicago Bulls/VerizonCharity Golf Outing headlined by Chicago Bulls personalities Derrick Rose, Joakim Noah, Tyrus Thomas and head coach Vinny Del Negro. All proceeds from the event benefit the CharitaBulls organization and Prevent Child Abuse America. Shotgun start at 12:30 p.m.; cocktails and hor d’oeuvres, awards and silent auction after golfing; silent auction closes at 6 p.m. $225, individual; $900, foursome. 312.455.4122.
Mon., Aug. 25
7 p.m., Sweet Holy Spirit Church, 8621 S. Chicago Ave.
Albertina Walker Scholarship Foundation presents its annual benefit concert. Gospel heavyweights Shirley Caesar, Beverly Crawford, Smokie Norful, Darius Brooks, a surprise guest, and of course, Albertina Walker herself. Bobby Jones and Pam Morris host the event. Larry D. Trotter is the acting pastor of Sweet Holy Spirit. 708.261.3714.
Tues., Aug. 26
5:30 p.m., Pioneer Gardens, 3800 South King Drive
Ida B. Wells Barnett Salute with former residents of Pioneer Gardens. For more details about what the program entails, call Deloris MeBain at 708.533.6558. Free.
Tues., Aug. 26
7:30 p.m., UIC Forum, 725 W. Roosevelt Rd.
The Soul of Jazz: The African Tribute to James Brown hosted by the Jazz Institute of Chicago, The Boeing Company and the Mayor’s Office of Special Events. Concert headliners are Fred Wesley and Pee Wee Ellis, Brown’s front hornsmen. Other artists featured during the tribute are Martha High, Roy Hargrove, Chekh Lo, Farka Toure and Corey Wilkes. VIP reception, 5:30 p.m. $15-$50. 312.427.1676.
Thurs., Aug. 28
5:30-7:30 p.m., Salvation Army, 945 W. 69th St.
Red Ribbon Poetry Slam presented by the Beloved Community Youth Advisory Council. This event is to empower and enlighten youth about HIV/AIDS and STDS. All of the money raised at the event will be donated to the AIDS Foundation of Chicago. Special guest, Yaa Simpson from the Chicago Department of Public Health $1.
Fri., Aug. 29
6-9 p.m., Big City Swing Studio, 1012 W. Randolph
Infusion of Wine Art … Live, hosted by School Choice Illinois and Erik R. Sosa. The event celebrates the school’s anniversary. Taste fine wines, tour Sosa’s latest works and art and help sponsor the school by participating in the art auction. $60 per person; $110 per couple. 312.268.6867.
Fri., Aug. 29
6:30-9 p.m., Refuge Center for Artists Recovery, 4811 Main St., Skokie
Final Exhibition Day for “Seven Different Views,” a compilation exhibit of works from a diverse group of artists. Artists include Joe Bourdrea, John Calderon, Pate Conway, Meghan Current, Daniel Dawson, Gene Skala and Stasiu. 847.673.3737.
Sat., Sept. 6
10 a.m., Soldier Field, 425 E. McFetridge Drive
11th Annual Chicago Football Classic begins with an HBCU college fair. Following the fair, pre-game activities begin at 1 p.m., including a Greek step show and a high school battle of the bands, to name a few. And the main event at 4 p.m. … the Big Game! Tickets for the game range from $15-$30 and can be purchased at Ticketmaster, Midway Wholesalers (41 W. 84th St.) or Riteway Huggins Construction (1030 E. 87th St.).
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