The Cook’s New Clothes


MenzFit supporters took over Ward 4’s only “sit down restaurant,” Brightwood Bistro, for an organization fundraiser Wednesday night.  


The charitable entity, led by Founder/President Rhoda Willingham, which assists disadvantaged men to prepare for reentry to the workforce,  was focused on success stories — like that of Howard Thomas.   Finally coaxed out of Timberlands and sweats, Howard’s first suit may have been from MenzFit stock, but now he says, “I buy them mostly at Bloomingdale’s.”

“The clothes don’t make the man, but it sure feels good to have them when you need them.”
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