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Black/White Men Together regional
2009-04-22

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The Midland Regional, an affiliate of the National Association of Black and White Men Together ( NABWMT ) , will convene in Chicago April 24-26.

The Midland Regional is composed of various chapters of the NABWMT that are located in the Midwest including: BWMT ( Black & White Men Together ) , MACT ( Men of All Colors Together ) , and PACT ( People of All Colors Together ) . Activities will take place at such places as Exchequer Pub, 226 S. Wabash, and Jackhammer, 6406 N. Clark.

Tickets are available, including a $60 weekend pass. Visit www.mactchicago.org; e-mail mactchicago@sbcglobal.net; or call 773-784-7254.


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