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The community hot spot for all things Brooks, made by students for students (and teachers). Here you can find our take on what's happening in the world around us, get recommendations on all things movies, TV, music and books, discover new artists and businesses within the Brooks community, get updates on sports, clubs and school events as well as find new and helpful resources and opportunities to make your life just a little bit easier!
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There will be a new issue every third Friday of the month.
Don't forget to follow us on all our socials to keep us to date with everything BALM!
THE BALM'S MONTHLY highlightS
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non-profit of the monthsupport hereMy Block, My Hood, My City generally serves Chicago's underprivileged youth, however, in recent times the organization has stepped up to create the Small Business Relief Fund. The fund will support Chicago community businesses affected by out-of-state looters. At its core, My Block, My Hood, My City's mission is to "take care of people—no matter what." (do312.com) |
THE BALM: AFTER HOURS
BHM, MLK, WHY IS THERE NO MALCOLM X DAY?In this episode of The BALM: After Hours we discussed why there's no Malcolm X Day, the watering down of Black history and MLK's legacy, why people feel disconnected from Black History Month, and what BHM means to us!
Join us in our first episode of our Black History Month series! |
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honoring black history month
Black History Month is observed annually during the month of February to celebrate African American History, an integral part of US History. It is a month to not only commemorate the stories of the past but to celebrate the achievements of the future. Here at the BALM, we want to honor and showcase our black history with our very own Brooks Featured Artists & New Featured Businesses. Here you will learn about the historic Black Panther Party who fought against the violence directed towards black people, discover Black Owned Restaurants for you to visit right here in Chicago, find new books to read by Black Authors and many more.
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Styles in Style
FEBRUARY 2021
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