Francine Bryant has planted coleus, an annual bedding plant native to southeast Asia, in her home garden for the past several years. This year, during the Memorial Day weekend, Bryant (in the photo indicating how tall the plants were when she first brought them home) again purchased a flat of coleus bedding plants from a local nursery and transferred some of the plants to a … [Read more...] about Beautiful Milwaukee – Francine Bryant’s Coleus Plants
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AARP Wisconsin: ‘Cooking with Seniors’ proposal wins AARP ‘Small Dollar, Big Impact’ grant
A proposal submitted by Heart 2 Heart Compassionate Widow’s Circles, Inc., to provide additional food, equipment, supplies, and a chef to facilitate two “Cooking with Seniors” classes has been selected to receive this month’s AARP Wisconsin “Small Dollar, Big Impact” grant. AARP Wisconsin is awarding one grant each month throughout 2022 to projects across the state that are … [Read more...] about AARP Wisconsin: ‘Cooking with Seniors’ proposal wins AARP ‘Small Dollar, Big Impact’ grant
Juneteenth: The history of a new holiday
Juneteenth, an annual commemoration of the end of slavery in the United States after the Civil War, has been celebrated by African Americans since the late 1800s. President Biden signed legislation last year that made Juneteenth, which falls on June 19, a federal holiday, after interest in the day was renewed during the summer of 2020 and the nationwide protests that … [Read more...] about Juneteenth: The history of a new holiday
Black Pride: Here are 5 black LGBTQ pioneers to know
June is the recognition of LGBTQ History Month. It is a subject is schools not as well covered as Black History Month, it is still a history that is very rich and diverse. Today, people like Laverne Cox, Andrea Jenkins, Phill Wilson and Chicago Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot are bringing increased visibility as openly LGBTQ, high-profile black leaders. Still, activists say … [Read more...] about Black Pride: Here are 5 black LGBTQ pioneers to know
On Memorial Day, remember our most loyal and ill-treated troops
Hundreds of thousands of African American men enlisted and fought for a nation that saw them as second-class citizens. They deserve our thanks. Hundreds of thousands of African-American men enlisted and fought for a nation that saw them as second- class citizens. They deserve our thanks. While serving as a sentry with French forces in the Argonne Forest in 1918, a … [Read more...] about On Memorial Day, remember our most loyal and ill-treated troops
HYFIN Urban Alternative Channel Launching on Juneteenth 2022
Meet HYFIN - a new Urban Alternative channel from Radio Milwaukee focused on connecting the culture and celebrating the full spectrum of Black music. … [Read more...] about HYFIN Urban Alternative Channel Launching on Juneteenth 2022
“A Thank You Note For Mom”
"A Thank You Note for Mom" By Lang Leav You have told me all the things before I knew I needed to hear them To be unafraid Of all the things I use to fear Before I knew I shouldn't fear them. … [Read more...] about “A Thank You Note For Mom”
Grass roots dynamo Cassie Downer dies
During Black history month, attention is focused on famous national Black luminaries like W.E.B Dubois, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr, Malcom X and Shirley Chisolm. Often overlooked are local grass roots leaders who were the foot soldiers in the movement for racial justice and equality. Recently, one of Milwaukee’s own, Cassie B. Downer, a fearless Black woman, passed … [Read more...] about Grass roots dynamo Cassie Downer dies
Midnight Basketball Leagues begin for men and women in March
Milwaukee Recreation is hosting free evening basketball leagues for young people this spring! Beginning this season, Midnight Basketball Leagues are now available for both men and women! Leagues were previously only open to men. Leagues have also expanded eligibility to ages 17-29 (city of Milwaukee residents, non-high school students), and are played at Obama SCTE and … [Read more...] about Midnight Basketball Leagues begin for men and women in March
Seven winter safety tips for seniors and their caregivers
During the winter months, ice, snow and cold temperatures can make life challenging for anyone. Slippery sidewalks and cold weather can cause a wide range of injuries and illnesses, especially for older people. While finding senior care to assist older adults on a regular basis can help keep them safe during any season, the following senior safety tips for winter can be … [Read more...] about Seven winter safety tips for seniors and their caregivers