Bronzeville community hosts 5th annual Ida B. Wells Festival with meditation and events honoring civil rights activist
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Jeremy Gorner
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The article covers the 5th annual Ida B. Wells Festival in Chicago's Bronzeville neighborhood, which began with a meditation session outside the national monument honoring the civil rights activist. The festival features multiple events celebrating Wells-Barnett's legacy, including the meditation co-led by Sylvia Ewing that connected mindfulness with the activist's enduring impact. The piece highlights how the community gathers to honor Wells-Barnett's contributions to civil rights and social justice.
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bskyBronzeville community hosts 5th annual Ida B. Wells Festival with meditation and events honoring civil rights activistchicagotribune.comKey quotes
· 2 pulledAs Black people in America, we've come this far by faith
And imagine that strength and that light as you look here. And imagine you take your gaze up to the sky. And if you look gently, you'll see clouds slowly move. Let your breath slow down.
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