Chicago Public Library Enlists The Obamas and Oprah Winfrey to Read to Children ‘Live from the Library’

Education shall continue in the times of this deadly coronavirus pandemic! Mayor Lori Lightfoot, the Chicago Public Library (CPL), and the CPL Foundation have partnered to bring “Live from the Library” to the children of Chicago.

The online reading program takes place every weekday at 10:00 A.M. CST on CPL’s Facebook and Instagram pages. Every week, CPL enlists select librarians from the institution’s 81 branches, along with some notable Chicago public figures, to bring the communities together through the love of storytelling.

“Live from the Library represents a critical resource for children and families in our communities, and I’m grateful to the librarians and notable Chicagoans for promoting literacy and putting smiles on our children’s faces,” said Mayor Lightfoot in a written statement.

The “Live from the Library” was launched by the CPL in response to the COVID-19 epidemic that has closed all of its library branches for the first time in over 150 years. The institution still aims to provide equal access to information, ideas, and knowledge to children around the world through its virtual reading programs, learning courses, e-books, and other online resources.

The virtual program features many of Chicago’s most beloved public figures, including President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama, who just recently read The Word Collector by Peter Reynolds on Thursday, May 14. Television titan Oprah Winfrey is making her appearance on Monday, May 18. The program also taps into many of Chicago’s cultural institutions like The Second City and Steppenwolf Theatre Company, as well as some of the city’s sports franchises like the Cubs and the Blackhawks.

“Public libraries are essential institutions, and that’s why we’re bringing a new branch of the Chicago Public Library to the Obama Presidential Center on the South Side. When it opens, it will give families one more chance to explore their interests, learn, and engage with their communities. And we’re excited for you to visit one day!” said President Obama during the Live from the Library reading.

“I remember my first trip to the library and how important I felt,” shared Mrs. Obama, also during the Live from the Library reading. “It was around age 4. My library card was a key that unlocked a world of knowledge and experiences,” said Mrs. Obama.

“Live from the Library” was launched with a reading by CPL Commissioner Andrea Telli; other notable Chicagoans like former Chicago Bear Israel Idonije, actress Jane Lynch, and Mayor Lightfoot have participated since.

“As librarians, we know that reading books with children is the best way to encourage a lifelong love of books. This program allows us to continue this love, even when the buildings are closed,” said Commissioner Telli. 

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Chicago Public Library Enlists The Obamas and Oprah Winfrey to Read to Children ‘Live from the Library’

Education shall continue in the times of this deadly coronavirus pandemic! Mayor Lori Lightfoot, the Chicago Public Library (CPL), and the CPL Foundation have partnered to bring “Live from the Library” to the children of Chicago.

The online reading program takes place every weekday at 10:00 A.M. CST on CPL’s Facebook and Instagram pages. Every week, CPL enlists select librarians from the institution’s 81 branches, along with some notable Chicago public figures, to bring the communities together through the love of storytelling.

“Live from the Library represents a critical resource for children and families in our communities, and I’m grateful to the librarians and notable Chicagoans for promoting literacy and putting smiles on our children’s faces,” said Mayor Lightfoot in a written statement.

The “Live from the Library” was launched by the CPL in response to the COVID-19 epidemic that has closed all of its library branches for the first time in over 150 years. The institution still aims to provide equal access to information, ideas, and knowledge to children around the world through its virtual reading programs, learning courses, e-books, and other online resources.

The virtual program features many of Chicago’s most beloved public figures, including President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama, who just recently read The Word Collector by Peter Reynolds on Thursday, May 14. Television titan Oprah Winfrey is making her appearance on Monday, May 18. The program also taps into many of Chicago’s cultural institutions like The Second City and Steppenwolf Theatre Company, as well as some of the city’s sports franchises like the Cubs and the Blackhawks.

“Public libraries are essential institutions, and that’s why we’re bringing a new branch of the Chicago Public Library to the Obama Presidential Center on the South Side. When it opens, it will give families one more chance to explore their interests, learn, and engage with their communities. And we’re excited for you to visit one day!” said President Obama during the Live from the Library reading.

“I remember my first trip to the library and how important I felt,” shared Mrs. Obama, also during the Live from the Library reading. “It was around age 4. My library card was a key that unlocked a world of knowledge and experiences,” said Mrs. Obama.

“Live from the Library” was launched with a reading by CPL Commissioner Andrea Telli; other notable Chicagoans like former Chicago Bear Israel Idonije, actress Jane Lynch, and Mayor Lightfoot have participated since.

“As librarians, we know that reading books with children is the best way to encourage a lifelong love of books. This program allows us to continue this love, even when the buildings are closed,” said Commissioner Telli. 

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Cynthia Bailey Is Looking for ‘The Next Great Face of AMBI’

Model Cynthia Bailey is teaming up with skincare brand AMBI to find the Next Great Face of AMBI.

The search is being done to find true beauties representing diverse ethnicities and multiple backgrounds that will embody the beauty and inclusivity of the American multicultural community. AMBI has partnered with Bailey to utilize her modeling expertise as a judge and tapping the Bailey Agency for talent.

“I have always been a big fan of AMBI Skincare, from both using the product and seeing results, to watching how the brand has evolved over the years. I thought it would be a natural fit to partner with a brand with a history as rich as AMBI, and which has resonated with consumers for many years, especially during times like we live in right now. AMBI is working to help women and men of every shade realize that they are intrinsically beautiful, and I’m excited to be a part of that,” says Bailey in a written statement.

Three winning models will receive a financial stipend in the amounts of $3,000, $2,000, or $1,000, respectively, as well as a year’s worth of AMBI Skincare and a three-day, two-night stay for a model photo shoot with Cynthia Bailey to be featured in a digital campaign.

“All of us at AMBI are committed to expanding the beauty conversation around people of color. The launch of the Next Great Face Search strategically facilitates this commitment like none other. We are searching coast to coast for the next great beauty . . . who also just happens to be a person of color,” says Tauro Jenkins, head of business.

The model search has already started and runs through May 26. To enter, consumers should upload a one-minute “I am AMBI Beautiful…” video via their Instagram and Facebook accounts, stating a testimonial of why they should win, and use #FaceofAmbi while tagging five friends.

From the first round of entrants, 100 quarter-finalists will be selected on June 4. AMBI Skincare and the Bailey Agency will conduct final interviews to choose 10 finalists. The three winners will be selected and announced on July 31 The model search is open to all people of color over the age of 18. 

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Cynthia Bailey Is Looking for ‘The Next Great Face of AMBI’

Model Cynthia Bailey is teaming up with skincare brand AMBI to find the Next Great Face of AMBI.

The search is being done to find true beauties representing diverse ethnicities and multiple backgrounds that will embody the beauty and inclusivity of the American multicultural community. AMBI has partnered with Bailey to utilize her modeling expertise as a judge and tapping the Bailey Agency for talent.

“I have always been a big fan of AMBI Skincare, from both using the product and seeing results, to watching how the brand has evolved over the years. I thought it would be a natural fit to partner with a brand with a history as rich as AMBI, and which has resonated with consumers for many years, especially during times like we live in right now. AMBI is working to help women and men of every shade realize that they are intrinsically beautiful, and I’m excited to be a part of that,” says Bailey in a written statement.

Three winning models will receive a financial stipend in the amounts of $3,000, $2,000, or $1,000, respectively, as well as a year’s worth of AMBI Skincare and a three-day, two-night stay for a model photo shoot with Cynthia Bailey to be featured in a digital campaign.

“All of us at AMBI are committed to expanding the beauty conversation around people of color. The launch of the Next Great Face Search strategically facilitates this commitment like none other. We are searching coast to coast for the next great beauty . . . who also just happens to be a person of color,” says Tauro Jenkins, head of business.

The model search has already started and runs through May 26. To enter, consumers should upload a one-minute “I am AMBI Beautiful…” video via their Instagram and Facebook accounts, stating a testimonial of why they should win, and use #FaceofAmbi while tagging five friends.

From the first round of entrants, 100 quarter-finalists will be selected on June 4. AMBI Skincare and the Bailey Agency will conduct final interviews to choose 10 finalists. The three winners will be selected and announced on July 31 The model search is open to all people of color over the age of 18. 

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6 Black Patients Who Died From Coronavirus — After Being Denied a Test!

Nationwide — Federal data has already confirmed that most of the deadly victims of COVID-19 in the United States are African American. However, many news reports are failing to report that many of those who have died from the virus were also denied tests. In fact, some were denied a test multiple times. Here are six cases:

#1 – Bassey Offiong: a 25-year old Nigerian American college student at Western Michigan University who died from the virus just a few weeks before his graduation. Detroit News reports that he was denied a test multiple times.#2 – Gary Fowler: a 56-year old from Detroit who died at home from the virus. USA Today reports that he literally “begged” for a test, but was rejected on multiple occasions.

#3 – Rana Zoe Mungin: a 30-year old social studies teacher from Brooklyn who died from the virus after being on life support for almost a month. CBS News reports that she was rushed to the hospital three different times and was denied a test each and every time.

#4 – Kayla Williams: a 36-year old mother from London, UK with three children who died from the virus just 24 hours after she called for an ambulance. The Guardian reports that was initially told that she was not a “priority”.

#5 – Deborah Gatewood: a 63-year old from Detroit who died from the virus just two weeks after testing positive. NBC News reports that she was denied a test three times from the very hospital where she worked.

#6 – Thomas Fields Jr: a 32-year old Navy sailor who was stationed in Norfolk, Virginia, who died from the virus. However, his story is a bit different. He himself was not denied a test, but prior to him feeling sick, his mom began to show the symptoms of the virus and was denied a test. WTKR reports that Thomas took care of his mom when she was sent home untested, but sadly he contracted the virus from her. As she got better, he got worse. Had she been given a test, she would have been in the hospital and would not have exposed her son to the virus.

There’s even a song about it

As to be expected, these stories have created a national uproar within the nationwide Black community. Activists, educators, preachers and even media personalities have been speaking up about it. One musician, whose son was denied a test, even talks about it in a viral R&B song he wrote (Listen to the song at CoronavirusSong.com).

The way of delivery may be different, but their message is the same: Black and brown people are being discriminated against when it comes to who gets or doesn’t get a COVID-19 test… and it’s killing them!

The article was originally published in BlackNews.com

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