West Side Stories is a series of public dialogues that promote community and a collaboration between Hope Café and Sonny Speaks.  This program is made possible in part by a grant from Illinois Humanities, the National Endowment for the Humanities, and the Illinois General Assembly.

do young black lives matter to the church?

​This public dialogue deals with issues of the church and the community.

spill the beans
& Sip the coffee

Pre-Valentines  Day Event...Have you ever wondered: What are Men's thoughts or concerns are about male/female relationships? If so, join this candid conversation with an all-male panel addressing love, relationship, marriage and more with a female moderator.

meet the Panelist

Stand Up to Violence!

​This public dialogue celebrates the life and legacy of Rev Dr Martin Luther King Jr through storytelling and engaging dialogue from those who dare Stand Up to Violence.

meet the Storytellers

You Good BRO?

This panel discussion was the first in a series of public dialogues called West Side Stories, that promote community.   This initial installment focuses on Black Male Mental Health.  The conversation will be lead by a panel of industry professionals and moderated by your truly and a sufficient amount of time for questions from the audience.  

meet the panelist
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