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IN THIS ISSUE - January Vol. 1, 2012
- My2Cents
- Calendar Highlights
- Denver Water Conservation Tip of the Month
- M&D's Closes After 34 Years
- Red Tails - PLEASE SUPPORT
- We Can Make a Difference
- F.Y.I: Cool Links & Information
My2Cents
I Have Re-Surfaced!
The end of 2011 and the beginning of this year has been a very hectic time for me personally, but now it's back to business and I'm hopeful and excited about 2012. This is going to be a fantastic year full of change, new relationships and new business.
I made no resolutions this year. I have simply recommitted myself to the important things in my life – my relationships (with God, husband, family, and friends) and my business. I commit to doing better and being better.
I pray that each of you has a prosperous year and that your personal and business relationships are fruitful and abundant.
Make it a great year!
Carla
Calendar Highlights
- January 16: MLK, Jr. Rodeo. Tickets at http://mlkrodeo.com/
- Jan
27, 28, Feb 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18 at 7:30 pm;
Jan 29, Feb 12 and 19 at 2:00pm : Crumbs From The Table of Joy at Aurora Fox Studio Theatre. Tickets:
303-739-1970 or visit: www.AuroraFox.org
Use a water-saving commercial car wash
Washing your car at a “certified efficient” commercial car wash saves 30 percent more than typical conventional car washes. Plus, many commercial car washes recycle water and save 60 percent or more than conventional, non-efficient car washes. Next time you wash the gray away, use one of the green car washes on this list>>
M&D's Cafe in Denver's Five Points Neighborhood Closes Doors After 34 Years DenverPost.com 1/4/12
M&D's Cafe, a Five Points institution, has closed after nearly 34 years in business.
The reason is not clear. Late Tuesday afternoon, people were working in the kitchen, apparently cleaning and moving out equipment, but no one would discuss the closing.
One man who came outside said the owners, the Shead family, would "give you the story" at a later time, but he declined to answer any questions.
A computer-printed sign on white paper taped to the cracked glass on the front door stated: "M&D's is now closed. To all our customers, we thank you for years of support and encouragement. Happiness and blessings to all. The M&D's Family."
Read more: M&D's Cafe in Denver's Five Points neighborhood closes doors after 34 years - The Denver Post http://www.denverpost.com/news/ci_19669435#ixzz1jBfyDBn2
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Red Tails - Please Support
Red Tails - MOVIE ABOUT TUSKEGEE AIR MEN
Please help get the word out. Red Tails is George Lucas' version of the story of the Tuskegee Airmen, 20 years in the making, and has a predominantly Black cast, certainly all the main actors are Black. As it goes, when the movie was finally ready for production, no production company would take it, so George Lucas had to write a check. After production was completed, no distribution company would take it. So, George Lucas had to write another check. The advanced viewing was sponsored by Wells Fargo and the Museum for Black History Diaspora (not sure of the exact name). The movie is intriguing and has edge-of-your-seat action. It's well done, and certainly worth the look. I'm urging all of you to see this movie, and tell others about it as well. Anything we can do to ensure large numbers of viewers in the first few days of release, scheduled for 20 Jan 2012, will make a statement to the production and distribution companies that were not interested in this film for whatever reasons, that they made a mis-calculation. If each of you tells as many people about this as you can, and attempts to take 4 or 5 people with you to see the film, that will be like a geometric progression, and could potentially push the numbers off the chart. And . . . George can get his money back!
Please email me at cdladd@denverblackpages.com to let me know if you're going to commit to seeing this movie on Jan 20th.
We Can Make a Difference - Anonymous
One Light Bulb at a Time
A physics teacher in high school, once told the students that while one grasshopper on the railroad tracks wouldn't slow a train very much, a billion of them would. With that thought in mind, read the following, obviously written by a good American . . ..
Good idea . . .. one light bulb at a time . . ...
Check this out. I can verify this because I was in Lowe's the other day for some reason and just for the heck of it I was looking at the hose attachments... They were all made in China.
The next day I was in Ace Hardware and just for the heck of it I checked the hose attachments there. They were made in USA . Start looking .. . .
My grandson likes Hershey's candy. I noticed, though, that it is marked made in Mexico now. I do not buy it any more.
My favorite toothpaste Colgate is made in Mexico ... now I have switched to Crest. You have to read the labels on everything....
This past weekend I was at Kroger . .. . I needed 60W light bulbs and Bounce dryer sheets.
I was in the light bulb aisle, and right next to the GE brand I normally buy was an off-brand labeled, "Everyday Value." I picked up both types of bulbs and compared the stats? they were the same except for the price . . .
The GE bulbs were more money than the Everyday Value brand but the thing that surprised me the most was the fact that GE was made in MEXICO and the Everyday Value brand was made in - get ready for this - the USA in a company in Cleveland, Ohio .
So throw out the myth that you cannot find products you use every day that are made right here...
So on to another aisle - Bounce Dryer Sheets... yep, you guessed it, Bounce cost more money and is made in Canada .... The Everyday Value brand was less money and MADE IN THE USA ! I did laundry yesterday and the dryer sheets performed just like the Bounce Free I have been using for years and at almost half the price!
My challenge to you is to start reading the labels when you shop for everyday things and see what you can find that is made in the USA - the job you save may be your own or your neighbors!
FYI
Math Tutoring http://www.khanacademy.org/
CJay Smith has some great advice on how to be prepared for an emergency, check it out… http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K1IoCqROQlc
Impersonation of Famous Preachers - Hilarious!!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g705VNsymQQ
Be Aware of Your Surroundings and keep you hand on your purse at all times! : http://www.wimp.com/goodsamaritan
Harlem's Baby College www.hcz.org/
Scholarship Opportunities
BEST BUY Scholarships
BEST BUY is awarding up to $1.2 Million in scholarships for students in grades 9-12. That's 1,200 scholarships of $1,000 each. Apply online now; the application deadline is February 16, 2011.
Apply online at www.at15.com or www.bestbuy-communityrelations.com
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Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship
The award: $6,000 per year. Number of winners about 100. It's renewable. Academic merit, leadership, community service, all fields. Deadline is usually in April.
http://www.JackieRobinson.org<http://www.jackierobinson.org/>
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United College Fund Scholarships
The award: The UNCF is one of our major scholarship gateways. The awards are of varying amounts, and there are a great many under different names and requirements (Grandmet, Duracell, for example). The deadline is usually December.
http://www.uncf.org<http://www.uncf.org/>
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Kodak Scholarships
The award: varying amounts to $5,000. Number of awards: Varies. For those studying in film/cinematography at U.S. colleges.
http://www.kodak.com/US/en/motion/programs/student/scholarship.shtml
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National Action Council For Minorities in Engineering (NACME) Scholarships
The award: amounts to $20,000, and many are awarded. This is our major engineering scholarship
gateway. You must be an engineering student. The deadline is usually in February. Go to the website for details, or contact from aid officials at your college.
http://www.nacmeBacksme.org<http://www.nacmebacksme.org/>
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Gates Millennium Scholarships
Award: the Gates Millennium Scholarship is to promote academic excellence and to provide an opportunity for thousands of outstanding students with significant financial need. The scholarship will cover room, board and tuition for at least 1,000 high school students a year.
http://www.gmsp.org<http://www.gmsp.org/>
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National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) Scholarships
The award: amounts generally range from $1,500 to $3,000 for members of NSBE. Number of awards varies. This is primarily for engineering students, and others majoring in related disciplines. Deadlines vary.
http://www.nsbe.org<http://www.nsbe.org/>
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ARMY ROTC Scholarships for Historically Black Colleges
Students looking to enroll at a HBCU must enroll in the Army ROTC. Award amount to full-tuition. Many awards. Must have minimum 920 on SAT or 19 ACT score. Deadline is November 15.
http://www.usarotc.com/index.htm
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American Institute of Certified Public Accountants Scholarships (AICPA)
The award: for undergraduates studying accounting at a U.S. college with at least 30 credits completed. Awards up to $5,000 with about 300 winners annually. Deadline is in July. Go to web site for GPA requirements and details.
http://www.aicpa.org/members/div/career/mini/smas.htm
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Developmental Fund for Black Students in Science and Technology Scholarships
Award amount: $2,000 and renewable. Several scholarships granted. This is for science or engineering students at HBCUs. Deadline is June 15.
http://dfbsst.dlhjr.com/
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Coca-Cola Scholars Scholarships
The award: This is a major competition with hundreds of over 250 awards going to "scholars," with academic, leadership, and talent qualities. The award amount is from $4,000 to $20,000. You can apply on-line. The deadline is October 31.
http://www.coca-colascholars.org/
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Ambassadorial Scholarships
The award: This is the prestigious "Rotary" organization scholarship for students who can
speak another language and want to study abroad in the "host" country of that language. Award amounts are from $10,000 to $23,000 for a 3 month to full year of study abroad. You should have completed at least 2 years of college work.
http://www.rotary.org/foundation/education/amb_scho/
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Ronald McDonald House Charities and the United Negro College Fund
The award: Students must be studying at a HBCU which is a member of the UNCF. The award is from $1,000 to full tuition. Approx. 60 students are selected. The deadline is April 1.
http://rmhc.org/what-we-do/rmhc-u-s-scholarships
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National Alliance for Excellence Scholarships
The award: The student competitors can be seniors or already in college. They must submit an application that can include recommendations (academics), art (slides), dance (tapes), photographs, or other materials that point to talent and achievement in all areas. The awards are for a minimum of one year, and over 100 are granted. Applications can be submitted at any time. The selection process is ongoing.
http://www.excellence.org/programs.html
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Harry S. Truman Scholarship
The award: The is one of the most prestigious scholarships, shaped for students who intend to pursue a career targeted to public service or government. Graduate study should be a goal, with a portion of the funds directed there. You must be at least a junior, and your college must nominate you. A "nomination" package must be created. The awards can reach as high as $30,000 over the years. Generally about 80 students are selected. The deadline is February 1st.
http://www.truman.gov<http://www.truman.gov/>
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National Association of Hispanic Journalists
The award: from $1000 - $5000 Students interested in journalism as a career can apply. Deadline is Feb 28th. See web site for application and information.
http://www.nahj.org/?s=Scholarships
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National Association of Black Journalists
NABJ awards more than $60,000 in scholarships annually to deserving students interested in pursuing careers in journalism. Scholarships are worth up to $25,000. Scholarships are open to any foreign or American born student, currently attending or entering an accredited four-year college/university in the U.S. or those who are candidates for graduate school.
http://www.nabj.org/?page=SEEDScholarships&hhSearchTerms=scholarships
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Hispanic College Fund Scholarships
Major site for Hispanic students majoring in business-related areas, A to Z (accounting, human resources, communications, and more). The award amount varies. Over 140 awards granted. Deadline: April.
http://www.hispanicfund.org<http://www.hispanicfund.org/>
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Arts Recognition And Talent Search Awards
The award: These awards are granted to high school or college students (17, 18 years of age) who show talent in dance, voice, music, art, photography, jazz, visual arts, writing, or other creative areas. You must audition or submit a portfolio or tape. The award is to be used for freshman year in college. Award amounts from $100 to $3,000. Deadline is June 1 or April 1 (for registration in specific regions).
http://www.artsawards.org<http://www.artsawards.org/>
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Society of Women Engineer Scholarships
These scholarships are targeted for women who are majoring in engineering or computer science. Award amount are from $200 to $5,000, and at least 90 are granted. The deadline for students already in college is February 1st but is May 15 for high school seniors entering an "accredited" program.
http://www.swe.org/SWE/StudentServices/Scholarship/brochure.htm
www.swe.org/SWE/StudentServices/Scholarship/brochure.htm
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