MIDNIGHT SUN Floral- Deck(orate) the Halls
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Mark You Calendars, SEASON FINALE
Coming up November 16th we have a powerful season finale: ONE NATION UNDER GRIEF. The PBS will hit at 6:30 PBS and the AMAZON EXTEND FULL ACCESS FINALE will be available Friday the 20th. MUST WATCH EPISODE.
This Week!
The Long Haul, people have gone the distance and aren't giving up despite the race. We sit down in famous boxer to hear how is challenging childhood let him into a career where the whole goal is to "get back up." Plus meet a woman who is in it to win it for complete strangers (in prison)!
This and more coming up tonight on Lakeshore PBS! For full market list CLICK HERE
Get up up! Mid Season playback
The Comeback Story- Get ready to meet people who have overcome some of life's greatest odds. We talk with an author who's book is about real accounts of Jewish women who decided to go back to Germany after almost losing their lives there. Plus TedX speaker, NFL Legend Rasheied Davis shares how he became a professional athlete with very little experience playing football and our meet some four legged friends who are helping our heroes achieve their comeback story!
NEW SHOW IS OUT
WHAT NOW when your world as you knew it, stops turning. This show is extremely tough. We meet Cassandra, a mom who's estranged husband, broke into her home, attacked her and then went upstairs to their kids. He then shot their baby son 9 times and after killing Colton turned the gun on himself. Cassandra joins us on set because she knows this pain first hand and wants to do everything in her power to not only honor her son's legacy but, also change laws. This is her difficult story, yet she doesn't want it to be anyone else's. Also on the show we have John Tesh and Chicago's secret angel.
Tune in tonight at 6:30 PM on Lakeshore PBS or WATCH HERE
Chicago Lighthouse- Whitney Modeling
Chicago’s most iconic and inclusive fashion show goes virtual!
Friday, October 16, 2020
11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (CST)
100% of ticket price supports our Children's Programs
If you are unable to attend but would still like to support the event, please consider making a tax-deductible donation to The Chicago Lighthouse.
Ditch the little black dress and view Chicago's best fashions from anywhere! See new collections from top luxury brands and designers all while supporting life changing programs for children who are blind, visually impaired or disabled. As always, this year's event features an inclusive runway of diverse models including Chicago's prominent women and business leaders, as well as employees of The Chicago Lighthouse, many with disabilities. Watch parties will be offered this year so you can enjoy the event with friends. There will also be an inspiring performance by Gaelynn Lea, 2016 winner of NPR’s Tiny Desk Contest and internationally acclaimed singer-songwriter and violinist who advocates for disability rights and accessibility in the arts.
To help build the excitement leading up to the event, don’t miss out on Master Classes with FLAIR, which are included with VIP - All Access tickets or can be purchased individually. These classes will offer great inspiration and “how-to’s” to look and feel your best again. Please note that if you register after the Master Class live Zoom date or can't make the Master Class Zoom date, you can still be sent a link to view the class at your convenience and receive all product samples.*
Our silent auction is one that you won't want to miss, including everything from salon and fitness experiences to elegant jewelry. The silent auction will be available to preview and bid on prior to the event. Check back for details.
MEET OUR GUESTS! SEASON OPENER
Our season opener is almost here and we start with an issue we’ve all been facing, Covid 19. This topic is one that has been making headlines for months, however on our show we are taking a different viewpoint. We are discovering hope the through struggle. Our first is an amazing survivor who opens up about what his near death experience taught him. MEET MICHAEL:
MY STORY: I was sick for about a week with a low fever and my wife had the insight to tell me to quarantine myself. . After a week, my wife bought me an oxidation pulse ox and I noticed my O2 level was low. Around 90%. I went to immediate care and the Dr on duty, thought that I didn't look well and sent me to the ER at Northwestern Lake Forest. They took blood work and chest x ray, they were all set to send me home, but my bloodwork came back indicating that my immune system was way off. They gave me Covid test and kept me overnight, Next day, the test came back positive, I was the 2nd patient at that hospital to be treated for COVID 19. My oxygen level dropped significantly and I developed pneumonia in both lungs. Next thing I know, is that they are telling me I am going to ICU and I need a ventilator. They also told me there was a greater then 50% chance that I would not wake up :( I called my wife (Marie) in a panic and let her know the situation as the hospital was not allowing visitors. I also at that time told the Dr, that I did not want to be on the ventilator yet, and While I was waiting I made about 20 goodbye videos on my Iphone for family friends and my staff. In the morning, I agreed to go on the ventilator and I woke up about 4 hours later, pretty disorientated, as the sedation medicine causes a lot of side effects. Later that day, I began to feel better and texted my wife, family and utilized facebook to communicate with others. It was quite a scene in ICU and I likened it to a "MASH" episode because it felt surreal how many patients were being triaged. I also then recognized how hard it was for the staff, 1st responders who were caring for others! Later when I got home, I realized how hard this was for my wife especially and my kids. The Dr would call 1x day and for the first 2 evenings they told her that I might not make it. She was also having Covid symptoms and trying to take care of our 3 children.
My advice that I often give to other people who contact me with the virus: A) Be vigilant, wear a mask, social distance and these sacrifices are keeping a lot of people safe. If you get Covid 19, stay positive as most people recover. It's important to try and stay active and moving even if you don't feel well. Believe me, you don't want to feel like you are on your last breath!, so a little inconvenience is worth it.
FAVORITE QUOTE: Can't fall from the floor
I AM CREATING POSITIVE CHANGE BY: By helping disadvantaged populations access quality mental health services via my VP behavioral heath role at the Josselyn Center
WHO INSPIRES YOU/ AND WHY: I am inspired by social workers/therapist who go out everyday and help others regarding their mental health issues! Covid also helped me realize what an amazing wife partner I have :) She had the insight to tell me to quarantine before it was popular, the strength and courage to pray for me when I was near death and to deal with her own Covid 19 symptoms and parent our 3 kids. I married a "Superwoman" . I also definitely try and live in the moment and this experience taught me how much I enjoy helping others and how that has fueled me thru this experience. I have been more focused on supporting other therapists, first responders etc, who help other people in their daily work!
For his full story tune in to LAKESHORE PBS, Monday October 12th at 6:30 PM
EXTRA: Michael Scholl is the director of clinical services at the Josselyn Center in Northfield.
The Josselyn Center is now providing free treatment to essential workers at all area hospitals. Since the start of the pandemic the center has seen a 40% increase in demand for mental health services.
NEW SEASON guest spotlight
Meet: Lauren Schrero, who is the Executive Director of The Nora Project! She is coming on SEAON 11 on November 2nd. On the show she opens up about her daughter Nora and how after her birth, both their worlds changed (FOR THE BETTER)!
MORE ON LAUREN: IF COULD CHANGE ONE THING IN THIS WORLD, IT WOULD BE: Make the practice of empathy a part of every child's education. I AM CREATING POSITIVE CHANGE BY:: Helping teachers create classroom cultures where everyone matters and everyone belongs.
GET INVOLVED! The Nora Project is running it's first ever virtual fundraiser! The event is going to be really special. It'll be a 90 minute YouTube Live broadcast hosted by Rob Johnson on Sunday, October 11th at 2:00 pm CST. It features an all-star lineup of disability artist/activists, including NPR Tiny Desk Contest Winner, violinist and singer/songwriter Gaelynn Lea, renowned comedian and Ted Talker Maysoon Zayid, and the incredibly talented and dynamic singer Lachi. The artists will also be doing a live talkback session with ticket holders via zoom after the event! The broadcast will also include segments featuring firsthand accounts of the program's impact from Nora Project teachers, students, leadership, and even some surprise guests. And of course we have a mobile auction, with jewelry from Dana Rebecca, a private tour of Rick Bayless's garden, and more. GET TICKETS
Listen to Lauren on WHITNEY’S WOMEN on iHeart Radio
Whitney on the BIG SCREEN!
What an amazing evening with CHI-TOGETHER! We had a blast partnering with them and sharing our new fall season on THE BIG SCREEN! Make sure to mark your calendar for our new season- 10/12.
STORY, STARS & HOPE! Gearing up for NEW SEASON!
Well as you can see from our home page, we are gearing up for our NEW FALL 2020 SEASON!! We are excited to share we have amazing stories coming up October 12! We recently sat down with Sarah Hoffmeister who plays Katie Holmes daughter in the movie “The Secret: Dare To Dream.” The interview was fantastic and full of hope. One question you won’t see on our show, however I had to know is…. ENJOY!
Celebrating Life.
Birthdays are meant to be celebrated especially in a year where life is being valued more than ever. The hard part with throwing a party during the current climate with Corona is how to do it safely. After skipping my typical birthday celebration in April, I had time to figure out how we party on my second most favorite day (THE TWINS BIRTHDAY) and keep everyone safe. Here’s how we did it:
EXTRAS- Ballons By: Paris312, Music: Chicago Private Concerts
