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Feb. 8– Feb. 15, 2014
Please spread the word about the following events taking place next week in the Steel City. The City of Gary has a
Facebook page! Please friend us using keyword: Team Gary Indiana and follow us on Twitter @TeamGaryIndiana.
Updates can also be found on the City of Gary’s website at www.gary.in.us., where you can also download the City of
Gary 311 app!
Feb. 6 – Feb. 9
Stage Play: Fences
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MasMedia 7, an independent production company, is proud to announce its production of “Fences,” a play by August
Wilson. The show is scheduled for 7:30 p.m., February 6, 7 and 8; and at 2:30 p.m., Sunday, February 9 at Theatre
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Northwest on Grant, 3660 Grant St., located one mile west of the main campus at 37 Avenue and Grant Street. Theater
Northwest is the performance company of the Indiana University Northwest Department of Performing Arts.
The play is produced and directed by IU Northwest Visiting Professor of Theatre, Mark Spencer. Spencer, of Gary, graduated
from IU Northwest in 1992 with a bachelor’s degree in Theatre. MasMedia 7 is his independent production company.
Tickets are $25 for the general public and $10 for those with a student ID. Reservations are accepted and are highly
recommended by calling (219) 980-6808 or visiting www.iun.edu/theatre. For information, contact Mark Spencer
at [email protected].
Friday, Feb. 7
Free Tax Prep at IUN begins
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IUN School of Business begins free Tax Preparation on Friday, Feb. 7. For more information or to make an appointment,
contact the IU Northwest School of Business and Economics at (219) 980-6552.
Friday, Feb. 7
After Work Mix and Mingle
_5:00p.m.
An Afterwork Mix and Mingle will begin Friday, Feb. 7 and every Friday at Hustle & Joes, 1700 Grant St., 5:00p.m. –
10:00p.m. The admission is $5.
Saturday, Feb. 8
Career Day Workshop
_9:00a.m.
There will be a Career Day Workshop at Christ Temple, 4201 Washington St. on Sat. Feb. 8 from 9am – 3pm. See flyer below
for more details.
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Saturday, Feb. 8
6 Annual Stellar Gospel Awards
7:00p.m.
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The African American Achievers Youth Corps, Inc. will host the 6 Annual “Stellar Gospel Awards – Gary Style” on Saturday,
February 8 at 7 p.m. in the Glen, 20 West Ridge Road, in Gary. Tickets for the event are $15 and may be purchased at
Beautiful Things, 3570 Village Court. The cost at the door will be $20. For additional information contact Smith at 887-2046.
Saturday, Feb. 8
“Hamlet”
7:00p.m.
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The stageplay “Hamlet” will be presented by the West Side Theater Guild, 7pm at West Side H.S., 9 Avenue and Gerry St.
Tickets are $20.
Monday, Feb. 10
Chamber of Commerce Monthly Luncheon
12:00p.m.
The Gary Chamber of Commerce will host its Monthly Luncheon on Monday, Feb. 10 at 12:00p.m. at the Majestic Star Event
Center. The cost is $17. Call 885-7407 for more information. Guest speaker: James B. Lane, Professor Emeritus of History
Indiana University Northwest
Monday, Feb. 10
Black History Activity at Woodson Library
3:00p.m.
Youth are invited to write about a famous African American they admire on Monday, Feb. 10 during library hours at the
Woodson Library Branch, 501 S. Lake St.
Tuesday, Feb. 11
Grandparents Kinship Support Group
5:00p.m.
Grandparents Kinship Support Group will meet Tues. Feb. 11 at First AME 2045 Mass. St. from 5:00p.m. – 6:00p.m. See flyer
below for more details.
Wednesday, Feb. 12
Mayor’s Inaugural UNCF Breakfast
8:00a.m.
UNCF (the United Negro College Fund), the nation’s largest and most effective minority education organization, is proud to
announce that Mayor Karen Freeman-Wilson will serve as a host of its inaugural Gary UNCF Mayor’s Breakfast on
Wednesday, February 12, 2014. The breakfast will be held at Marquette Park Pavilion at 8:00a.m. The guest Speaker is Dr.
Michael Lomax, President and CEO of the National UNCF Organization. Tickets are $30. Call 881-4815 for tickets and
sponsorship information.
Wednesday, Feb. 12
NWI Gives Day
The entire community is invited to participate in NWI Gives Day. Several local organizations will benefit from donations. For
more information or questions about NWIgives, visit www.nwigives.razoo.com or call Kris Falzone, 219-718-3564.
Wednesday, Feb. 12
Wirt Emerson Concert Choir/Dance Event
6:00p.m.
Wirt/Emerson Concert Choir and Dance Performance will be held Wed. Feb.12 at 6 p.m. at Indiana University Northwest in
the Bruce W. Bergland Auditorium, Savannah Center, 3400 Broadway.
Thursday, Feb. 13
Bead My Valentine Event
6:00p.m.
“Bead My Valentine” Adult Workshop sponsored by the Miller Beach Arts and Creative District will take place Thurs., Feb.
13 from 6p-9p at the Marshall J. Gardner Center for the Arts, 540 S. Lake St. The cost is $25, and refreshments will be
served. Call Judy at (219) 764-9381 to RSVP.
DID YOU KNOW???
As another storm approaches this weekend, help us
clear our streets with wider paths by parking on the
West side or North side of the street starting at on
Friday, February 7th starting at 6:00a.m. through
Saturday, February 8th at 11:59.p.m.
MAYOR TO BE HONORED BY FIFTH THIRD BANK FOR BLACK HISTORY MONTH
In recognition of Black History Month, Fifth Third Bank Chicago will honor several distinguished African-Americans
for their countless contributions that have impacted the lives of many in the Chicagoland community:
• Karen Freeman-Wilson, Mayor of Gary, IN
• Robin Robinson, Emmy Award-winning TV Journalist
• Jimmy Akintonde, President & CEO, Ujamaa Construction
The honorees will be saluted at a special event on Tues. Feb. 25 at the South Shore Cultural Center in Chicago. Each
honoree will receive a crystal award and a namesake $5,300 scholarship that will be awarded to a local high school student
to be applied to his/her first year of college.The scholarships are intended to “pay it forward” in spirit of the
honoree.
A MESSAGE FROM THE US POSTAL REGARDING MAIL DELIVERY
With the next major snowstorm expected to blanket the region during the next couple of days, one seasonal tool is
expected to make its return at homes and businesses – the shovel. To help letter carriers deliver mail for the holidays, the
Postal Service is asking customers to clear snow and ice from sidewalks, stairs and mailboxes.
“Snow and ice make delivery dangerous and slow,” said Gary Postmaster Dwayne Russell. “Maintaining a clear path to the
mail box – including steps, porches, walkways and street approach – will help letter carriers maintain consistent delivery
service and help them get those cards and packages delivered in time for the holidays.”
Customers receiving door delivery should make sure their sidewalks, steps and porches are clear. Customers receiving
curbside delivery should remove snow piles left by snow plows to keep access to their mailboxes clear for letter carriers.
Blue collection boxes also need to be kept clear for our customers to deposit their mail and for the Postal Service to collect
the mail for delivery.
INDIANA STATE ARCHIVES
The Indiana State Archives has designed a display that will be featured at the Indiana Statehouse during Black History
Month this February. Black Hoosiers in America’s Wars features photographs and documents highlighting the service and
valor of African American soldiers in times of conflict from the Revolutionary War through the Vietnam War.
YSB PREPARING TO LAUNCH SUMMER YOUTH JOB PROGRAM
The Youth Services Bureau is looking to partner with local businesses to provide jobs for Gary youth this summer. If
interested in becoming a partner, please contact YSB Director Ken Barry at
GPTC SCHEDULES PUBLIC HEARINGS TO DISCUSS EXPANDED ROUTES TO HAMMOND
The Gary Public Transportation Corporation invites customers and other interested parties to a February 3 Public Forum at
3:00p.m. at the Hammond Public Library, 564 State Street and a March 6 Public Forum at 5:30p.m. at the Adam Benjamin
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Metro Center, 100 W. 4 Avenue. These meetings will allow for discussion on proposed transit service changes that could
potentially expand transit choices for Hammond residents and other neighboring communities. For more information,
contact David Wright at (219) 885-7555 ext. 204.
STATE OF THE CITY DATE ANNOUNCED
Mayor Karen Freeman-Wilson will deliver the State of the City Address, Wed. Feb. 19 at 11:30a.m. at the Genesis
Convention Center. Reservations are $25. Sponsorship opportunities are also available. For more information, please
contact Gloria Carpenter at (219) 881-1314.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!!!
February is Black History Month!
Feb. 6-9 – Stage Play Fences, IUN Grant Street Theater, Tickets are $25 for the general public and $10 for those with a
student ID. Reservations are accepted and are highly recommended by calling (219) 980-6808 or visiting
www.iun.edu/theatre. For information, contact Mark Spencer at [email protected].
Feb. 7—IUN School of Business begins free Tax Preparation, For more information or to make an appointment, contact the
IU Northwest School of Business and Economics at (219) 980-6552.
Feb. 7 – Afterwork Mix and Mingle, Hustle & Joes, 1700 Grant St., 5:00p.m. – 10:00p.m. (Every Friday) $5 admission
Feb. 8—Career Day Workshop, Christ Temple, 4201 Washington St. 9am – 3pm, See flyer
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Feb. 8 – 6 Annual Stellar Gospel Awards, Glen Theater, 20 W. Ridge Rd., 7:00p.m., $15 in advance $20 at the door
Feb. 8 – “Hamlet” presented by the West Side Theater Guild, 7pm at West Side H.S., Tickets are $20
Feb. 10 – Gary Chamber of Commerce Monthly Luncheon, 12:00p.m., Majestic Star Event Center, Cost is $17. Call 885-7407
for more information. Guest speaker: James B. Lane, Professor Emeritus of History Indiana University Northwest
Feb. 10 – Write about a famous African American you admire, Woodson Library Branch, 501 S. Lake St. during library hours
Feb. 11 – Grandparents Kinship Support Group, First AME 2045 Mass. St., 5:00p.m. – 6:00p.m.
Feb. 12 – Mayor’s First Annual UNCF Breakfast, Marquette Park Pavilion, 8:00a.m., Guest Speaker is Dr. Michael Lomax,
President and CEO of the National UNCF Organization. Call 881-4815 for tickets and sponsorship information.
Feb. 12—NWI Gives Day, For more information or questions about NWIgives, visit www.nwigives.razoo.com or call Kris
Falzone, 219-718-3564.
Feb. 12 -- Wirt/Emerson Concert Choir and Dance Performance, 6 p.m., Bruce W. Bergland Auditorium, Savannah Center,
3400 Broadway
Feb. 13 – “Bead My Valentine” Adult Workshop sponsored by the Miller Beach Arts and Creative District, 6p-9p, $25,
Refreshments will be served. Call Judy at (219) 764-9381 to RSVP.
Feb. 14 – Valentine’s Day Concert at Majestic Star Event Center, “The Intruders”, 7:00p.m. and 9:00p.m. See flyer
Feb. 15 – Free Homebuyers Workshop, 9a.m. – 5p.m., 839 Broadway, Suite 302N, call Sherlene Shiafer at (219) 881-5075 to
RSVP.
Feb. 15 -- The National Sorority of Phi Delta Kappa, Inc., Beta Mu Chapter Black History Program. Aspire Academy, 4900 W
15th Ave. Gary. 11:30am-1:30pm. Lunch will be provided.
Feb. 15 -- “The Gary Genealogy Group’s 2014 Black History Month Program will feature Guest Speaker John H. Davis,
Author of the Books, “What Do White Americans Want To Know About Black Americans But Are Afraid To Ask” and “What
Do Black Americans Want To Know About White Americans But Are Afraid To Ask” in his Book Series “What Do Americans
Want To Know About”. The Program will be held on Saturday, February 15, 2014 at Kennedy Library, 3953 Broadway at
10am. A Book Signing and Reception will follow the Program.
Feb. 15 – The Amazing Peking Acrobats Performance at West Side High School, 7:00p.m., $10, See flyer
Feb. 15 -- St. John Spiritual church will be feeding the homeless on from 2pm to 5pm at 1921 W. 45th Ave, Gary, IN
Feb. 17 – President’s Day, Government Offices will be closed in observance of the holiday
Feb. 18 – Chamber of Commerce Policy Committee Legislative Day at the State Capitol in Indianapolis sponsored by NIPSCO,
8:30a.m. – 5p.m., (219) 885-7407. See flyer.
Feb. 18 – Gary Common Council Meeting, Gary City Hall, 401 Broadway, 6:00p.m.
Feb. 19 – State of the City Address, Genesis Convention Center, 11:30a.m., Admission is $25
Feb. 19 -- Screening of “Slavery by Another Name”, 6 p.m. Bruce W. Bergland Auditorium, Savannah Center, 3400 Broadway
Feb. 20—‘Connecting with Parents Workshop’ hosted by the Indiana Parenting Institute, Indiana University NW, 3400
Broadway, Raintree Hall. Cost is $25. Register online at indianaparentinginstitute.org or call (219) 886-1111.
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Feb. 21 -- YWCA of NWI, 150 W. 15 Ave., Devoted to Healing Luncheon 12:00 -1:30 pm Guest: Valerie Mack of Motivating
Women
Feb. 21 – Dunimus Productions Presents Dance Thru Time, 6pm, The Revolution Church, 301 S. Lake St., Tickets $10
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Feb. 21 -22 – 3 Annual Film Festival hosted by Gary Native William Johnson, Glen Theater, See Flyer for details.
Feb. 22 -- Divine Mandate Food and clothing Ministry at Zion Progressive Cathedral, 1169 Connecticut Street, 11am-2pm.
Accepting food, clothing, and monetary donations. Call 219-882-ZION(9466) for details.
Feb. 22 -- Discussion and Q&A with John Amos from “Good Times”, 1 p.m., IUN, John W. Anderson Library/Conference
Center, Room 105, 3400 Broadway.
Feb. 22 -- Gary Chapter of the National Council of Negro Women, Inc Annual Heritage Gala, Genesis Convention Center.
Doors open at 4:00. Tickets are $35.00 each. For more information, call 219 938-0130 or 902-6150.
Feb. 22 – Actor John Amos will perform his one-man production, Halley’s Comet. at 7 p.m. performance at the West Side
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Theatre Guild , 9 & Gerry St. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at the door.
Feb. 23 – IUN to provide Financial Aid Assistance, College Goal Sunday, set for 2 p.m., Hawthorn Hall, Room 428. Call Office
of Financial Aid and Scholarships at (219) 980-6778.
Feb. 26 -- Screening of “The Freedom Riders”6 p.m., Bruce W. Bergland Auditorium, Savannah Center, IUN, 3400 Broadway
Feb. 27 – Black History Arts and Crafts, Woodson Library Branch, 501 S. Lake St., 4:00p.m. – 5:00p.m.
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Feb. 27-28 – DancExcel presents “Spirit of the Baobob Tree”, West Side H.S., 9 & Gerry St., Tickets are $10 See flyer
March 1 – Mardi Gras Party, Marshall J. Gardner Center, 540 S. Lake St., 6p.m. – 10p.m., $65 per person, $100 per couple
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March 6 – GPTC Public Forum to discussed expanded routes into Hammond, 5:30p.m., Metro Center, 100 W. 4 Ave.
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March 8 – Youth Symposium and College Fair, Thea Bowman Leadership Academy, 3401 W. 5 Ave., 10:00a.m. – 2:00p.m.
See flyer
March 9 – Good Deeds Day
March 11 -- Indiana University Northwest will host Spring Preview Night starting at 5:30 p.m. in the Savannah Center,
located at 3400 Broadway in Gary, Ind. High school students, adult learners and other students of all ages and interests are
invited to speak with faculty members, learn about campus groups and programs, tour the campus, and attend a financial
aid presentation.
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March 20 – Urban League of NWI, 2 Annual Diversity and Inclusion Awards Luncheon
March 20 – City of Gary Parks Dept. and Green Urbanism present a trip to the Chicago Flower Show, 10am-4pm, Buses
leave 455 Mass. St. at 10am. Cost is $25. See flyer
March 22 – Youth March for Change, 9:00a.m. – 11:00a.m. From Roosevelt to the steps of City Hall, see flyer for info
March 22 – Parade of Writers, First AME, 11am – 3pm, Baber Youth Center, 2005 Mass. St. Open to the public. See flyer.
April 5 -- 2nd Annual Katie Hall Public Service Awards Luncheon, 11:00a.m. Admission is $50.00. For more information
contact Junifer Hall, [email protected].
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April 20 – 26 – 28 Annual Historically Black College Tour, Cost $500, Call James Piggee for details (219) 771-1992 or Urban
League of NWI at (219) 887-9621.
May 4 – Miller Beach Farmer’s Market begins through Sept. 10 For more info, call Kathy at 219-678-0288.
May 9 – COFFY Youth Violence Prevention Conference
May 17 – National Kids to Park Day
May 22 – RailCats Opening Day, U.S. Steelyard, 7:10p.m. Call 882-2255 for tickets.
June 14 – Youth Service Bureau Summer Fest "Block Party for Peace" and Summer Camps Kickoff
June 12 – Crisis Center Wine Fest Fundraiser, (219) 938-2727
June 15 -- Youth Service Bureau Summer Youth Employment Program begins
June 15 -- Youth Service Bureau Summer Fest Summer Camps: NASA Ignite Camp, Raise the BAR boys camp, Environmental
Science camp, Sports Exposure camps, Dance camp and more

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