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Next Week in Gary - October 9-19, 2014
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Did you know Mayor Freeman-Wilson and mayors from
employment hubs across the country, are strongly urging Congress
to act to raise the federal minimum wage to $10.10 per hour.
Mayors are supporting the passage of the Fair Minimum Wage Act
of 2013 (S. 460/H.R. 1010), which would increase earnings for
nearly 28 million workers across the country and help address the
growing inequality gap that is leaving our middle and working class
families behind. Learn More..
Mayor Freeman-Wilson proclaims October 16 “One
Church, One School Day” in the city of Gary
Click here to view a full listing of events in the
City of Gary during October - November 2014.
Oct.
Weekly on
Flu Shots for Gary Residents
9
Thursdays
The Gary Health Department (1145 W. 5th Avenue) is offering
free flu shots for Gary residents only. Flu shots will be given every
Thursday beginning October 2, 2014. Appointments preferred,
however walk-ins are accepted. Must show proof of residency.
For further information please call the Health Department at 8825565.
Oct.
7PM Diamond Dinner Dance
10
12AM
The Diamond Dinner Dance will be held at Marquette Park
Pavilion from 7pm - 12 am. Tickets are $45.
Oct. Miller Beach Arts & Creative District 7PM
11
Movie Night
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WJPN Channel 4 Program Schedule
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Did you know that the Hudson and Campbell Fitness
Center now has a Silver and Fit Designation?
Silver & Fit caters to seniors who opt into Medicare part D. This is part of the
insurance that they are paying into. This program will pay for seniors to have a
FREE membership at the Hudson and Campbell, 455 Massachusetts St. To
register, simply bring proof of Medicare enrollment when signing up for your
gym membership. For more information about Silver and Fit, click here.​
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The Miller Beach Arts & Creative District's next Movie Night
features Academy Award nominated Winged Migration. Witness
as 5 movie crews follow a rich variety of bird migrations through
40 countries and seven continents. $12 ticket price includes
discussion, film & refreshments. The film will be shown at the
Marshall J. Gardner Center for the Arts - 540 S. Lake Street,
Gary, IN. See our Facebook page for more information about this
event and other upcoming events.
Information about City of Gary's new trash carrier..
Waste Management and the City of Gary, IN, announced that they have
reached agreement on the final day of collection for the city’s residents.
Waste Management’s last day of collection in Gary will be October 30, 2014.
The company will retrieve all of its trash containers from the point of service
during the final week of service. Read More..
Knight Cities Challenge
What’s your best idea to make the City of Gary more
successful?
Familia Dental Grand Opening
11AM - 2PM
Celebration
Familia Dental's grand opening event will take place from 11-2pm
on October 11 (1320 Broadway). There will be a ribbon cutting
with the Gary Chamber of Commerce. Following the ribbon
cutting there will be food/drinks. There will also be a bounce house
and face painter for the kids. Entertainment will be provided by
McKinley Boy's Drum Line. Festivities will include a Halloween
costume contest and raffle prizes as well as booths with several
community agencies sharing information about services they
provide.
Oct.
11
Oct. City-Wide Kids Dance Party & Concert
4PM - 8PM
11 (Ages 2-14)
The Dinah Lynn Biggs Show presents a City-Wide Kids Dance
Party & Concert (Ages 2-14) Saturday, October 11, 2014 from
4PM - 8PM at the John Will Anderson Boys & Girls Club; 2700
W. 19th Ave., Gary, IN 46404; Free to everyone; it is a family
event parents welcome to enjoy the fun. Snacks, prizes, contest,
family photos, face painting, balloons, and a concert featuring
positive teen artists.
There’s no denying the City Of Gary is on the upswing, and everyone is
feeling it. But what’s behind Gary’s revival, and what can we do to
maintain, support and expand this transformation? How do we ensure Gary
continues to become a more vibrant place to live and work?
These are questions that the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, a
private, independent foundation based in Miami, is putting $15 million over
three years into answering in Gary and 25 other communities across the United
States.
The foundation believes that it is the city’s own activists, designers, artists,
planning professionals, hackers, architects, city officials, educators, nonprofits,
entrepreneurs, block captains and social workers who have the solutions, and it
wants them to take hold of their city’s future.
All are welcome to submit ideas to the Knight Cities Challenge (knightcities.org)
for projects on what the foundation believes are the three key drivers of success
in Gary: attracting talented people, expanding economic opportunity and
creating a culture of civic engagement. Do your part and submit an idea at
knightcities.org before the Nov. 14 deadline. No project is too small – as
long as your idea is big. We can’t wait to see the influx of creativity. Ready,
set, grow!!!!!
IUAA, Office of Alumni Relations to recognize
recipients at Inaugural Alumni Breakfast and Service
Award Ceremony Oct. 31
The Indiana University Alumni Association (IUAA) and the Office of Alumni
Relations at IU Northwest is seeking nominations for outstanding volunteers that
have made significant contributions to IU Northwest. The Outstanding Service
Award is given to an individual who, through fundraising, recruiting, advocacy,
or faithful service, has brought honor and distinction to IU Northwest. The award
recognizes exceptional service or leadership to IU Northwest. It is designed to
publicly acknowledge an individual or organization who has given significant
amounts of time, talent and/or treasure to the University over an extended
period of time. Read more..
Oct. Historic Miller Bakery 73rd Birthday 5PM 11 Celebration
10PM
Historic Miller Bakery 73rd birthday celebration 5-10 pm; For
Free Flu Shots for Gary Residents
more information call 219-427-1446 - Miller Bakery Cafe' (555
S. Lake St.) Gary, IN 46403 - Did you know: On October 11th, The Gary Health Department (1145 W. 5th Avenue) is offering free flu shots for
Gary residents only. Flu shots will be given every Thursday beginning October
1941, the original Miller Bakery opened its doors. Help us
2, 2014. Appointments preferred, however walk-ins are accepted. Must show
proof of residency. For further information please call the Health Department at
celebrate the 73rd anniversary of this historic building with food
882-5565.
and drink features, live music and special guests!
Oct. First Baptist Church Annual Clothing
9AM - 1PM
11
Give-Away
Ranger led fall colors hikes in Miller Woods Oct. 11 & 25
The Bessie Griggs Mission Ministry of First Baptist Church of
As fall colors come and go in Miller Woods, join us for a leisurely ranger led
Gary will be sponsoring its 4th annual Bettye J. Eichelberger
hike upon your request on four Saturdays between 10 am and 3 pm. Sassafras
Clothing Give-Away on Saturday, October 11 from 9am to 1pm
and sumac trees paint the oak savanna of Miller Woods red with its changing
at the same location. This community out-reach "Act of Love" has colors. National Public Lands Day hikes kick it off on September 27 as part of
the largest volunteer day in national parks. Hikes varying from % mile to 3 miles
serviced over 200 people in the city. Items for all ages include
continue on Saturdays October 4, 11 and 25.
dresses, slacks, pants, shirts, skirts, blouses, sweaters, tops, winter
As always, bring the family to our nature play zone adjacent to the center for
coats, hats, gloves, shoes, and boots. Clothing donations are
fort building, rock pile construction or digging. Enjoy a cup of hot chocolate or
coffee while the kids help feed our resident turtles, fish and snakes. Make a free
appreciated. Contact church office, 219-883-3216.
craft or test yourself with some of our hands on exhibits inside the Douglas
Center. We hope to see you soon!
Oct.
12
The Voices of Christ Temple's 17th
Anniversary
5PM
Green Infrastructure Community Engagement Meeting
Rescheduled
The Community Engagement Meeting to discuss Green Infrastructure Initiatives
originally slated for 9/9/14 has been rescheduled for Tuesday, October 14, 5:30
PM - 7:00 PM at Wildermuth Library 501 S. Lake St., Gary, IN 46403. Please
join us as this event will engage citizens in the city's green infrastructure
planning efforts, a process vital for sustainable urban revitalization. For more
information please call (219) 882-3000.
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The Voices of Christ Temple's 17th Anniversary with special
guests including Tone Ross & Inspired; Christ Temple Church of
Christ (Holiness) U.S.A. 4201 Washington Street, Gary, IN
46408; 5PM
Columbus Day (Government Offices
All Day
Closed)
All government offices will be closed for Columbus Day.
Oct. Gary Chamber of Commerce Monthly
13 General Membership Luncheon
Gary Chamber of Commerce Monthly General Membership
Luncheon; Majestic Star Casino Hotel Ballroom, One Buffington
Harbor Drive Gary, IN.
Oct.
13
Oct. IU Northwest The Clothesline Project
13-24 Exhibit
Indiana University Northwest invites the campus and public to
view The Clothesline Project Exhibit to be featured in the Moraine
Student Center from October 13 to 24. The Clothesline Project is
part of a broader effort at IU Northwest intended to create
awareness about violence and its prevention. Speakers and
workshops on such topics as bullying, transgender issues, sexual
harassment, rape and battering are scheduled to occur in the Hass
Birky Women’s Center, located in the Savannah Center, room
207, throughout the year.
For more information, please contact Tanice Foltz, Ph.D.,
Professor of Sociology and Director of Women’s and Gender
Studies, at tfoltz@iun.edu or (219) 980-6786.
Oct.
14
Community Meeting
5:30PM
Community meeting to discuss the plan of action for the Glen Park
G6-10 Neighborhood 5x5x5 Revitalization Project Community
Clean Up Day (Scheduled for Oct. 18) at Salvation Army (4800
Harrison St.) at 5:30 PM
Oct.
Community Development Public Hearing 5:30PM
14
The City of Gary’s Department of Commerce, Community
Development Division, has scheduled a Public Hearing to present a
summary of the 2015 Annual Action Plan. The Plan will include the
proposed use of federal grant dollars from the Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG), Emergency Solutions Grant
(ESG), and HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME)
that affect our community. The meeting is open to the general
public and all citizens are invited to attend and provide comments
and/or suggestions.
Public Hearing on 2015 Annual Action Plan
CITY OF GARY DEPARTMENT OF
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
PUBLIC NOTICE The City of Gary’s Department of Commerce, Community
Development Division, has scheduled a Public Hearing to present a summary of
the 2015 Annual Action Plan. The Plan will include the proposed use of
federal grant dollars from the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG),
Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG), and HOME Investment Partnerships
Program (HOME) that affect our community. The meeting is open to the
general public and all citizens are invited to attend and provide comments
and/or suggestions. The meeting will start promptly at 5:30 P.M. and will be
held at the location listed below:
Tuesday, October 14, 2014 City Hall Annex -The Green Room 839 Broadway,
1st Floor (South Entrance) Gary, IN 46402 5:30 P.M.
A Draft of the Plan will be made available for review and comment on October
15, 2014 at the City of Gary Department of Commerce, Community
Development Division, 839 Broadway, Suite 302N, Gary, IN. There is a 30 day
public review and commentary period. Surveys will be made available to
citizens in an effort to procure written comments and/or suggestions. Forms may
be returned to the City of Gary Department of Commerce, Community
Development Division, 839 Broadway, Suite 302N, Gary, IN 46402. Comments
received will be incorporated into the final document and submitted to the U.S.
Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Contact Michelle
Williams at (219)881-5075 between 9:00 A.M. - 4:30 P.M. for more information
or for any person(s) requiring special accommodations.
City of Gary’s New E-Permit Process for Businesses
The City of Gary now has available an E-Permit (Electronic Permit) process
which allows building owners and contractors to obtain building permits by
creating a user login and password to complete the permit process. Read more..
YSB Announces Year-Round Programming for Gary Youth
The Gary Youth Services Bureau is excited to announce that beginning
Monday September 29, 2014 there will be something for youth in Gary to do
year round.
New Process for submitting to Next Week in
Gary
The community may now submit events and news briefs for
consideration for placement into the City of Gary's Next Week in
Gary E-Newsletter and social media channels via an online
submission form at www.TeamGaryIndiana.com.
Only submissions sent via the online form will be considered. All
submissions are moderated by the City of Gary Department of
Communications.
The meeting will start promptly at 5:30 P.M. and will be held in the
Green Room of the City Hall Annex (839 Broadway, 1st Floor,
South Entrance). Read more...
Oct. Green Infrastructure Community
5:30 PM 14 Engagement Meeting
7:00 PM
.The Community Engagement Meeting to discuss Green
Infrastructure Initiatives will be held on Tuesday, October 14, 5:30
PM - 7:00 PM at Wildermuth Library 501 S. Lake St., Gary, IN
46403. Please join us as this event will engage citizens in the city's
green infrastructure planning efforts, a process vital for sustainable
urban revitalization. For more information please call (219) 8823000.
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Oct. 5th District (Chili N Chat) Community
5PM
16 Forum
Councilwoman Kimberly K. Robinson will host a 5th District (Chili
N Chat) Community Forum on October 16, 2014 at The
Clubhouse (Gleason Golf Course) at 3400 Jefferson St. in Gary,
IN at 5PM. Topic of Discussion will be the status of the 5th
District Community. Special invited guests include IUN Police
Department (Patricia Nowak), General Services (Kevin Guydon),
In-House Demolition (Cedric Kuykendall), State Senator Earline
Rogers, and State Representative Charlie Brown. All are welcome
to attend.
Oct.
Community Forum
6PM
16
Mayor Freeman-Wilson will host a Community Forum at DuBois
Library starting at 6PM. The entire community is invited to attend
and share their concerns.
Oct. 4th Annual Gary International Black
Varies
17-19 Film Festival
The 4th Annual Gary International Black Film Festival is Gary’s
premiere event for independent Black film from around the world
and right here in our hometown. Enjoy a variety of shorts,
narrative, documentary and experimental films that explore power
and transcendence of Black people. Come and celebrate cinema
and community with us!
More Information: http://www.garyblackfilmfest.org Sign up for
our mailing list. http://eepurl.com/vB7dP
Opening Night $25 | Sat/Sun $10 / $7 Youth/Senior; Indiana
University Northwest - Bergland Auditorium
Oct. Cultural Competence Dialogues:
11AM 17 Conversations with Difficult People
1PM
Cultural Competence Dialogues: Conversations with Difficult
People - Learn when to speak up and when to stay silent, how to
diffuse anger, and simple yet effective ways to present your ideas.
The workshop is from 11am - 1pm at Ivy Tech Northwest (1440
E. 35th Ave.). For more information, contact the Indiana Parenting
Institute (839 Broadway Ste B96LL) via phone: 219-886-1111 or
via email: ipi@indianaparentinginstitute.org. Sign up today. Space
is limited. Workshops open to family and youth service workers,
parent educators, case managers, etc. Certificate of completion
issued for 2.0 contact hours.
Oct.
11AM Miller Garden Club hosts Brats & Bulbs
18
2PM
Miller Garden Club hosts Brats & Bulbs; Saturday, October 18
from 11AM to 2PM at the Gary Aquatorium. Miller Garden Club
will have 30 varieties of bulbs, $4 lunch, and Cornell Buster's
band. Come have lunch with us rain or shine. Note that the
October Garden Club Meeting will be held on October 11th.
Oct.
Community Clean Up Day
18
9AM - 1PM
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Glen Park G6-10 Neighborhood 5x5x5 Revitalization Project Community Clean Up Day will be hosted on Saturday, October
18, 2014 from 9AM - 1PM at Salvation Army (4800 Harrison
St.) - Cleaning supplies will be provided but feel free to bring your
own rakes, shovels, garbage bags, gloves, etc.
Oct.
The Living Legends Gala
N/A
18
The Living Legends Gala will be hosted by Friends of Rosie G.
Washington on October 18, 2014 at the Glen Theater (20 West
Ridge Road - Gary, IN) The event will serve as a way of
recognizing the many living legends in the Northwest Indiana area.
For questions or concerns, please contact 219-649-1357.
Oct.
"At the Table with Rockmond Dunbar" 7PM
18
The Urban League of Northwest Indiana Young Professionals are
pleased to host actor, producer and director, Rockmond Dunbar
as special guest to “At the table with Rockmond Dunbar” –
a Gary International Black Film Festival weekend mix and mingle.
This event is designed to act as a ‘bridge’ between local,
independent artists and positive models of success in the
entertainment industry – and to serve as a catalyst for leadership
development to up-and-coming talent. All proceeds will go to
Urban League of Northwest Indiana Young Professionals
programming initiatives.
Saturday, October 18th, 2014; Indiana University NW |
Moraine Student Center; 3400 Broadway Gary,
Indiana; Doors open at 7:00pm
Oct. Warren Memorial C.O.G.I.C. Pastor's
7PM
18 36th Appreciation
Pastor Overseer W. Lovelle Warren 36th Pastoral Service. Please
join Warren Memorial C.O.G.I.C Family as we celebrate our
Pastor Overseer W. Lovelle Warren Saturday, October 18, 2014
at 7:00 p.m. Special guests are Bishop Charles E. Black, Admin.
Asst. Richard E. Patterson, Sr., Admin. Asst. Joe Wilkins, Admin.
Assist. Kevin Warren, Pastor Elder Patrick Williams, Pastor Elder
Charles Lane,Pastor Elder Willie Stewart. All are invited.
Warren Memorial C.O.G.I.C 2348 Adams St. Gary, IN 46407
Oct. Birthday Celebration for Bishop Norman 10:30 AM,
19 J. Hairston II
4:00 PM
Birthday Celebration for Bishop Norman J. Hairston II; Please join
the Zion Progressive Cathedral family as we celebrate the birthday
of Bishop Norman J. Hairston II during two services on Sunday,
October 19, 2014. At 10:30 a.m., Dr. Keith Winfield of 22nd
Avenue Baptist Church will provide the message. At 4:00 p.m.,
Dr. Ahmad Boyd of Leclaire Baptist Church will deliver the
message.
Please contact Zion Progressive at (219) 882-9466 if
necessary. Zion Progressive Cathedral International 1169
Connecticut Street; Gary, IN
Oct. Warren Memorial C.O.G.I.C. Pastor's
4PM
19 36th Appreciation
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Pastor Overseer W. Lovelle Warren 36th Pastoral Service. Please
join Warren Memorial C.O.G.I.C Family as we celebrate our
Pastor Overseer W. Lovelle Warren Sunday, October 19, 2014
at 4:00 p.m. Special guests are Bishop B.A.Sanders, Admin. Asst.
Cleveland Agee, Supt. Pastor Ervin Brown, Supt. Pastor
Lawrence Smith, Pastor Jacqueline Fields, Pastor Charles Lane,
Pastor Gregory Williams. All are welcomed.
Warren Memorial C.O.G.I.C 2348 Adams St. Gary, IN 46407
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