IN THIS ISSUE - JULY 2010

- My2Cents

- Calendar Highlights

- "Coloreds" just want a "wide screen TV in every room"?

- Denver solicits proposals for housing, neighborhood and business projects

- Job Listings

- Success story: Overhauled DPS school graduates 100 percent of senior class

- Hello Health!

- F.Y.I: Cool Links & Information

My2Cents

It's Been Too Long

Hello DBP Family,

Welcome back to the DBP Newsletter!
It's been a crazy busy summer and a lot has happened in the community since our last newsletter - we concluded the 6th Annual Success Summit on June 4th; We lost one of our treasures when Opalanga Pugh transitioned on June 5th; The Five Points Jazz Festival, Juneteenth, and The Black Arts Festival have taken place.

Visit the DBP Calendar for more activities going on in the community. You can also post your events on the DBP Calendar absolutely FREE.

To Your Success!

Carla

Calendar Highlights

• Jul 24 - 25: Winterpark Jazz Festival in Winterpark, CO. Lineup includes Chaka Kahn, Brian Culbertson, Boney James, Ryan Shaw, Hazel Miller and many more!
  
  
• Jul 31: Mother & Daughter Celebration 2010. Hilton Garden Inn Denver South/Meridian 1:00 - 4:00pm
  RSVP 303-718-3963
  
• Aug 13-16: A Mountaintop Encounter. Red Lion Inn and Conference Center, Parker Road Aurora. RSVP www.specialcarespa.com 301-430-7138.
  
  
  
  Visit the DBP calendar for event details and more listings.
  
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"Coloreds" just want a "wide screen TV in every room"?

Earlier this week the NAACP called on the Tea Party to reject the racism that exists within its own ranks. 1 Not surprisingly, Tea Party activists were outraged and denied that racism is a part of their movement — despite a clear, documented pattern of bigotry and hate. 2

Then yesterday, one of the Tea Party's biggest leaders proved the NAACP's point. Mark Williams, the public face of the Tea Party Express, attacked the NAACP as a "racist" organization, and said "they make more money off of race than any slave trader, ever." 3,4 He went on to write a blog post implying that Black people don't like to work or think for themselves, that we depend on welfare, and that we want to benefit from White people's tax dollars so we can have a widescreen TV in every room. 5 Sadly, we're not exaggerating.

If Tea Party leaders want to have any credibility on race, they need to start by kicking Mark Williams out of their movement. If they refuse, it will be clearer than ever that Tea Party leaders accept and rely on racism as an integral part of their approach to politics.

You can help us take the first step. Please join us in challenging Tea Party leaders to reject Williams' statements and remove him from his position at the Tea Party Express. And please ask your friends and family to do the same. It takes just a moment:

http://act.colorofchange.org/go/311?id=1979-1226708&akid=1512.1165099.4TdUJ5&t=3

The NAACP was absolutely right in calling out the tea party, and we applaud them for doing so. The NAACP has a history of combating racism and seeking a more just country for all Americans, and their action was a demonstration of that commitment.

While some of us want to brush the Tea Party off as fringe, the reality is that they are attempting to build political power, and it's important that they not embrace the kind of racism that Mark Williams represents. Of course, if they choose to do so, then it's important to make clear to all Americans that they are a home for racism and bigotry.

The racism we've seen within the Tea Party movement is dangerous — it's the promotion of a hateful agenda under the guise of political empowerment. Forcing the hand of Tea Party leaders is important if we want to prevent bigotry and hate from driving mainstream political conversations, and worse, public policy.

If enough of us act together, we can force the Tea Party leaders to make a choice — to take real action to reject racism or to accept that the Tea Party will be rightfully seen as a movement that welcomes and benefits from the lowest forms of bigotry. You can help us make that happen by adding your voice below. It takes just a moment:

http://www.colorofchange.org/teaparty/

Thanks and Peace,

Denver Solicits Proposals for Housing, Neighborhood and Business Projects

2011 notice of funding availability cycle began July 8

The Denver Office of Economic Development (OED) announces its issuance of three Notices of Funding Availability (NOFA) this month for projects to be funded in 2011. OED is soliciting proposals for housing development, housing services, neighborhood development, neighborhood services, and economic/business development and services.

OED is seeking exceptional projects and related services that make a positive impact on neighborhoods in a noticeable way. The NOFA makes available public funds that could be used by non-profit and for-profit providers to facilitate the development of viable urban neighborhoods by providing quality affordable housing, an enhanced living environment and expanded economic opportunities for low- and moderate-income residents. Programs are funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Community Development Block Grant, HOME Investment Partnerships and Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS programs.

Three separate NOFAs will be issued according to the following schedule:

Each NOFA will be available at www.milehigh.com by 5 p.m. on the release date and are due by 4 p.m. on the due date.

The Denver Office of Economic Development is dedicated to advancing economic prosperity for the City of Denver, its businesses, neighborhoods and residents. Working with a wide variety of community partners, OED operates to create a local environment that stimulates balanced growth through job creation, business assistance, housing options, neighborhood redevelopment and the development of a skilled workforce.

New Job Listings

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FirstBank: www.efirstbank.com/about-firstbank/career-opportunities/career-search.htm

RTD: www.RTD-Denver.com


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DTR prepares career changers and recent college graduates to become a DPS teacher in one of two areas:

• Elementary education (grades K-6)
• Secondary mathematics (grades 6-12)

DTR offers:

• Year-long Residency to effectively prepare Residents to be teachers of excellence in DPS
• Master’s degree from DU designed specifically to meet the needs of DPS and aspiring DPS teachers
• Teaching certificate upon program completion
• Full tuition reimbursement upon completion of five-year commitment (includes Residency year)
• Direct connection into the teaching profession, where candidates can positively impact their community and its families

Click here to RSVP for an upcoming information, or visit www.DenverTeacherResidency.org for more information.

Success story: Overhauled DPS school graduates 100 percent of senior class

By Yesenia Robles
The Denver Post
Posted: 05/24/2010 01:00:00 AM MDT

Hello Health!

Carnita Groves, MA, LPC, CAC-III, NCC
Shamae D. Matthews, RN, BS, ASN

Headaches have many causes and can impact memory, concentration, and mental stamina. Headaches may even be a function of an effective detox process! Not all headaches are created equal thus resolving them requires thoughtful intervention.

Just as some headaches can be fast acting, others develop over time. Headaches can be a result of bone structural issues and a chiropractor can help. Other sources include: chlorine; prolonged dehydration, various laundry/household cleaning products including bleach; fluoride; excess salt or refined sugars; chemicals in beauty salons vis-à-vis hair treatments, manicures, and pedicures; pharmaceutical medications—especially taking multiple meds; artificial food colors and flavors; petroleum based products; many sun screens, body lotions, antibacterial soaps, too much caffeine, odor sprays, and some cosmetics; and even waste that sits in the gut too long and is partially reabsorbed into the body.

An overwhelmed body cannot effectively rid itself of toxic overload. Toxicity can negatively impact brain neural functioning and neurotransmitter activity. These, in turn, affect thinking, which, of course, affects mood since moods are attached to thoughts and perception. Treating headaches by pain relievers alone may be inadequate. Identifying and correcting the source of the problem is key. Often times, lifestyle change is an excellent first step.

Carnita Groves is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Addictions Counselor level 3, and a National Certified Counselor in private practice in Denver, Co. Carnita can be reached at 303-698-0446; or e-mailed at: Sensurett@msn.com, or visit her website at www.AtwellandGroves.net.

Shamae D. Matthews, is a Registered Nurse and lives in New Orleans, LA. Her professional interests are in maternal health, rheumatology, and endocrinology. Shamae can be reached at SDMatthews@live.com.

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