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Jade Harrell with Natissia S. Small, Assistant Dean of Students and Director within the Division of Student Affairs, University of Missouri-St. Louis Since its inception in 1986, the University of Missouri-St. Louis Louis Bridge Program has provided exemplary college access services to the St. Louis community. Bridge remains one of the most successful and widely emulated models, providing unique and comprehensive year-round precollegiate programming for St. Louis area high school students and parents. Student participants represent public and private high school institutions throughout the St. Louis metropolitan area. As UMSL's flagship precollegiate program, Bridge prides itself on providing program offerings that equip students with competencies critical for the successful matriculation to post-secondary institutions throughout the United States. Bridge continues to lead the way while exemplifying college access best practices throughout the St Louis area. Program Opportunities Saturday Academy Summer

Jade Harrell with Charley Johnson, Owner of Charley's Body Shoppe about the Jason Johnson Memorial Walk and Community Awareness event Sat. Sept. 26, 2015 7 a.m. registration 8 a.m. Walk beginning at Charley’s Body Shoppe located at 5017 Maffit Ave. Walkers will proceed east on Maffit to Union Ave. south to Forest Park. Participants will return to CBS studios for a light repasts afterwards. To register, make donations or to volunteer, call 314-367-2307 or go to www.charleysbodyshoppe.com.

Jade Harrell with Shana Cook, Special Events Manager, Humane Society of Missouri and four-legged friend, Hudson. Glow in the Park · Get your tickets now! The event is almost at capacity! · What: Reserve your front row seat at the spectacular Glow in the Park Balloon Glow Charity Dinner, held under the auspices of the Great Forest Park Balloon Race, and benefiting the Humane Society of Missouri’s Animal Cruelty Fund. o All guests receive private entrance to Forest Park; private, valet parking; a fabulous dinner; cocktails; dancing; and an awesome, up-close-and-personal view of the Balloon Glow and fireworks show. Proceeds benefit the Humane Society of Missouri Animal Cruelty Fund, dedicated to investigating, healing and preventing animal abuse. · When: Friday, Sept. 18, 2015 VIP Party 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. Cocktails and Balloon Glow Viewing 6:30 p.m. Dinner and Dancing 8 – 10 p.m. Fireworks Spectacular 9:15 p.m.

Jade Harrell with Dan Sinclair and Dr. Mastromahalis. For the 10th year the Sinclair family is hosting FREE prostate cancer screenings at their dealerships the entire month of September (on specific dates) The screenings which are simple blood draws start: 9/9, 9/15, 9/22 and 9/30.

Jade Harrell with Jacque Land, Executive Director, 100 Black Men and Jared Kendall, Co-Chair of PCSARW 100 Black Men Prostate Cancer & Awareness Walk Saturday, September 12, 2015 Harris-Stowe State University 3026 LaClede Avenue St. Louis, MO 63103 www.100blackmenstl2015.kintera.org 314-367-7778

Jade Harrell with Kevin Doll, Jr. Board President and Maria Chandler, Events Coordinator with Angel's Arms. Angels’ Arms is dedicated to providing and supporting loving homes for foster children by keeping brothers and sisters together within a nurturing family until a forever home is found. Over the past fifteen years, Angels’ Arms has served over 350 children. The number of children living in the Angels’ Arms homes fluctuates, but each home can accommodate up to 6 children at any given time. 10th Annual Bar Bounce Fund Raiser September 19 @ 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm **You MUST register a FULL team of 8-12 individuals to participate** **DEADLINE TO REGISTER IS SEPTEMBER 1, 2015** **21+ Event. Please Drink Responsibly** Regular priced teams include team t-shirts, pitcher tickets to 6 bars on the pre-assigned route. Visit www.angelsarms.org for details

AUG. 29th! Don't miss this exciting event for 6th - 12th graders focused on Sound Minds and Sound Bodies - at Belleville High School-East! Jade Harrell with Dr. Dawn Porter, Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist, Family Renewed and former St. Louis Rams Rookie of the Year and Super Bowl XXXIV Champion, Roland Williams. The Sharing Our Stories event focuses on youth, 6th grade and higher, using a fast pace interactive educational forum emphasizing the connection between mental and physical wellness for today’s kids. Participants will benefit from small and large group interactive workshops led by Mr. Williams and local youth group organizations demonstrating the benefits of maintaining a healthy balance, mentally and physically. Limited space available. Snacks served at check-in from 8 am – 9 am Program starts promptly at 9 am Early registration closes on August 24, 2015 which entitles registrant(s) to special raffle events. SPACE IS LIMITED. Parents must complete a registration form for each participati

Jade Harrell with Cillah Hall,Founder/ Senior Publicist GAZELLE STL Magazine and Co-Founder of Missouri Fashion Week along with Jenita Hladyshewsky, Regional Program Director with Connections to Success. Missouri Style Week 2015 Dates: August 28, 2015 6:00 am - August 28, 2015 9:00 pm Organizer: Lynda Keeton Email: Lkeeton@connectionstosuccess.org Location: Westport Plaza

Jade Harrell with Sandra Callier, niece of 2015 NBA Hall of Fame Inductee, JoJo White. Boston Celtics legend, JoJo White, will be inducted into the NBA Hall of Fame on September 11, 2015 in Springfield, MA. He will be home for the Labor Day weekend and the family is planning a surprise All White Affair to honor his accomplishment. He has inspired his family, friends and countless fans with his work ethic, integrity, perseverance, dedication and humbleness on and off the court. Mr. White, affectionately called ‘JoJo’ by those who know him always takes time to encourage anyone he encounters; and he has the innate ability to make everyone he meets feel important. He has been integral in historically living, writing, and carrying on the White family legacy by inspiring a generation to greatness through his basketball prowess and citizenship. Event Details: * Sunday, September 6, 2015 from 4:00-7:00pm * Ward Chapel AME Church – Ann O. McDonald Family Center 11410 Old Halls Ferry Rd, Florissant, MO 63033 Pl

Jade Harrell with Amber Simpson, PhD., CEO and Founder of Vernare Charter School. "Building Sustainable Communities One School At A Time". Mission: To produce "scholar citizens"--students demonstrating strong academic achievement, environmental stewardship and advancement of community. This mission is based on three objectives: To provide a rigorous K-12 education preparing students for both the highest levels of academic achievement and preparation for entry and success in the workforce To provide families of students the tools to support and foster the academic, service and character development of their students; and To serve as a neighborhood anchor promoting economic and social stability and development within the communities in which these schools reside. Learn more at www.vernarelearning.org

Jade Harrell with Stacie Owens, a 38-year-old mother of two who works as a nurse and was just diagnosed with breast cancer. She has an incredible story but it is her incredible resolve, hope and faith that will inspire you! Individuals diagnosed with breast cancer who need assistance paying their insurance premiums can now contact Gateway to Hope for help through the organization’s newly launched Insurance Premium Program (IPP). The new program, funded entirely through corporate and private sector donations, will assist individuals undergoing breast cancer treatment and reconstruction with the payment of health insurance premiums. The program is open to individuals who live in Missouri and Illinois who are struggling with resources to help cover their treatment, and who meet the clinical and financial eligibility requirements. Gateway to Hope is encouraging individuals to call its Breast Cancer Lifeline, 314-569-1113, to learn more about the program. Breast cancer touches everyone, regardless of income,

Jade Harrell with Mary Lee Salzer, Executive Director of Gateway to Hope. Gateway to Hope Launches Program to Help Breast Cancer Patients with Insurance Premiums. Breast cancer touches everyone, regardless of income, gender or insurance coverage. The mission of Gateway to Hope is to secure comprehensive medical care and provide financial assistance for individuals in need diagnosed with or at high risk for developing breast cancer. Support for Gateway to Hope is made possible through generous community financial contributions and donated medical care.

Jade Harrell with radio pioneer, Bernie Hayes, St. Louis Black Radio Hall of Fame. Presents Some of the Best of "Soul Radio". A tribute and celebration to honor the achievements, contributions and triumphs of "Soul Radio" and the many African American personalities that contributed so much to the industry. Saturday, August 15, 2015 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm Sun Theatre 3627 Grandel Square St. Louis, MO 63108 Tickets and info call 314-837-3349 Vintage Vinyl 314-721-4096

Jade Harrell with Dan Fox, Communications Manager, American Red Cross Donate blood through the Red Cross in final weeks of summer! The American Red Cross urges blood donors to give in the final weeks of summer to help prevent a blood shortage. Blood donations often decline in August as final summer vacations are planned and back-to-school activities ramp up. On average, during the summer months, about two fewer donors give blood at each Red Cross blood drive than what is needed. Donations are needed now to help ensure blood is available for patients in need. Donors with types AB, O negative, B negative and A negative blood are especially encouraged to donate. Plasma from type AB donors can be transfused to patients of any blood type, as can type O negative blood. Type B negative and A negative blood can be transfused to Rh-positive or negative patients. These are the most in demand blood types and are in constant need. To make an appointment to give blood, download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit re

Jade Harrell with Pastor Willis Johnson of Wellspring Church and Pastor Steve Lawler of St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church in Ferguson. "We Are All Ferguson" will bring community business leaders, schools, nonprofits, clergy and others to spearhead discussions, panels, conversations, workshops, prayer, and more. All programs will take place at Wellspring Church, 33 S. Florissant Rd., Ferguson, 63135. To register and for up-to-date information visit: WeAreAllFerguson.org. It’s been a tumultuous year surrounding the shooting of Michael Brown in Ferguson, Missouri on August 9, 2014 and subsequent events that followed not only in the Ferguson and St. Louis region, but throughout the U.S. and world. What took place has drawn attention to racial and economic justice issues in the immediate community and across the nation. We Are All Ferguson, a series of workshops and conferences starting August 2 through August 9, 2015 aims to bring people together in productive ways. Created by Ferguson clergy leaders. www.WeAr

Jade Harrell joined by Michael Holmes, Founder and president of Rx Outreach, sharing great news about their prescription medication non-profit organization and pharmacy. Since 2010, they have saved patients more than $320 million in prescription medication costs. Details for the fundraising event: Are you a true Cardinals Fan? Cocktails on the Track & Ultimate Fan Experience at the home of the St. Louis Cardinals Friday, August 7th at 6pm Contact Julie Reed to register 314-627-6201 Make Memories. Make a Difference. Team up with RxOutreach to support people who are battling both poverty and chronic diseases get their lifesaving medicines. www.rxoutreach.org

Jade Harrell with Reena Hajat Carroll, Executive Director of Diversity Awareness Partnership. DAP offerings FREE Listen. Talk. Learn. Dialogue Across Difference Facilitation Sessions (LTL) Our goal during these sessions is to convene members of the community and begin healing together during trying times surrounding race relations and unconscious bias. Any individual or group interested in learning how to navigate difficult dialogue around these topics is encouraged to register for these trainings. Companies and organizations may request to host an LTL community session at their facility. Attendees will leave the training with the following information: Differences between Debate vs. Dialogue Facilitation Tips and Strategies: Strategy for answering difficult and polarizing questions about race, racism, and bias Information on future LTL sessions will be announced soon. For more information on registering, and/or hosting an LTL session, please contact kpruitt@dapstl.org.

The Korey Johnson Foundation hosts the CanSkate 2015 back to school skate party for kids ages 6-13 at St. Nicks Skate Rink, 1805 Lucas Avenue on August 8th from 5-9pm. Every child that skates gets a backpack full of school supplies (while supplies last) and the admission is simply their philanthropy! That’s right! Kids bring 5 non-perishable food items to get in, have a great time and get ready for back to school! CanSkate 2015 August 8th at St. Nicks. Call 314-732-7771 for more info and to give backpacks and supplies to this great community effort. Visit www.koreyjohnsonfoundation.com for details.

Jade Harrell with guest(s): Dr. E Lance McCarthy Ferguson 1000 Jobs, in collaboration with SLATE, The American Job Center and the Ferguson Community Center are hosting a hiring event Saturday July 18th from 9am to 12pm. To register online: 1. Go to https://jobs.mo.gov/ 2. Sign in or create an account 3. Click on Find a Job 4. In the Keyword (or Job # Order) Put in order #11253293 5. FERGUSON 1000 HIRING EVENT will appear as your result. Click on that link. 6. Scroll down and click on "How To Apply" 7. You are registered!! Click Close. Or you can register in person at: SLATE 1520 Market Street #3050 St. Louis, MO 63103 (314) 589-8000 OR American Job Center 26 N Oaks Plaza St. Louis, MO 63121 (314) 381-6700 Just mention the Ferguson 1000 Jobs Hiring Event. We will have Hiring Event Prep at the Ferguson Community Center 1050 Smith Ave Ferguson, MO (314) 521-4661. Attendance to ONE of these prep sessions is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. Hiring Event Prep Sessions: July 7th 5pm – 7pm July 9th 10am – 12pm July 13

Jade Harrell GRANT’S FARM TEAMS UP WITH ST. LOUIS AREA FOODBANK TO FIGHT HUNGER Guests Can Receive Discounted Parking with Food Donation Grant’s Farm is partnering with the St. Louis Area Foodbank to raise awareness of those in need of food assistance in the St. Louis community. On Saturday July 18, Grant’s Farm will host a food drive where guests are invited to bring canned or packaged food to the farm. For every item donated, guests will receive $1 off parking, and there is no food donation limit. Once all food is collected, St. Louis Area Foodbank staff will deliver to the hungry in the St. Louis area. The St. Louis Area Foodbank is the region's largest nonprofit food distribution center that feeds more 392,000 people throughout 26 counties in Missouri and Illinois. Children make up the largest segment of individuals needing food assistance, many of which rely on school meals throughout the year, making food donations in the summer months especially important. Grant’s Farm - Parking Lot 10501 Grav