Walgreens honored
Walgreens will receive a Food for Life Award from Vital Bridges for the company's continued support of Chicagoans with HIV/AIDS. In a press release, Vital Bridges described Walgreens as a long-time ally.
Vital Bridges will present the award Dec. 2 at the 18th Annual Holiday Brunch at the Four Season, 120 E. Delaware St. See www.vitalbridges.org or call 773-665-1000.
Burr joins Prudential
Robbin Burr, who was recently inducted in Chicago's Gay and Lesbian Hall of Fame and previously served as Center on Halsted's executive director, has accepted a position with Prudential Financial. Burr will fill the position of Local Relationship Manager in Chicago, helping area sales offices build relationships with community partners to increase diversity. Burr also serves as the co-chair of the board of the National Association of LGBT Community Centers.
Welcoming church celebrates 150th
Second Unitarian Church, which has held numerous LGBT events over the years and was home to Congregation Or Chadash for 20 years, celebrated its 150th birthday Nov. 18.
The church is located at 656 W. Barry. See www.secondunitarian.org for more information.