On Thursday, December 26, 2019 the Wisconsin Black Historical Society, 2620 West Center St., presented the 2019 opening ceremony of Kwanzaa, an annual celebration of African American culture held from December 26 to January 1, culminating in gift-giving and a feast of faith, called Karamu Ya Imani. It celebrates the seven principles of Kwanzaa, or Nguzo Saba. The first night … [Read more...] about Milwaukee’s African American institutions celebrate Kwanzaa
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A-LEGO Wisconsin hosts 4th Annual Darrin Reasby Children’s Savings Club Christmas Party
On Wednesday, December 18, 2019, African American Ladies Empowered to Grow Opportunities (A-LEGO) hosted their 4th Annual Children's Savings Club Christmas Party at the Mother Kathryn Daniels Conference Center; 3500 Mother Daniels Way. This year was special as A-LEGO officially re-christened the group the Darrin Reasby Children's Saving Club, in honor of the late youth … [Read more...] about A-LEGO Wisconsin hosts 4th Annual Darrin Reasby Children’s Savings Club Christmas Party
Auer Avenue Elementary School host 3rd Annual Holiday Bazaar
On Tuesday, December 17, 2019, Auer Avenue Elementary School Principal Dr. Zenetta Walker, along with the Milwaukee Urban League, hosted their 3rd Annual Holiday Bazaar at the school, 2319 West Auer Ave. All students had the opportunity to shop 'til they dropped for family and friends. Community volunteers for the Milwaukee Urban League and school staff built booths stocked … [Read more...] about Auer Avenue Elementary School host 3rd Annual Holiday Bazaar
Gone But Not Forgotten
Mildred Harpole Tony M. Moreland Evangelist Missionary Mother Ellen Fumbanks Nathaniel K. Ramey, Sr. Darrin Reasby Robert Moutry, Jr. Karen Joy Simmons-Watson Cora Knight-Butler Rev. Melvin Davis Wellington Warren, Jr. Mary "Thelma" Evans Louise Smith Kevin B. Wood Catherine Wrencher Tasha Nicole Walker Eddie L. Fletcher, II Ethel Taylor-Johnson Amelia "Mia" … [Read more...] about Gone But Not Forgotten
Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity launches Harambee Neighborhood Revitalization Project with $1 million grant from Bader Philanthropies
Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity (Milwaukee Habitat); a nonprofit helping families in need of safe, affordable housing; announced on December 19, 2019, it is launching a neighborhood revitalization project in Harambee. With an initial grant of $1 million from Bader Philanthropies, Inc., Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity will be establishing 40 new homes and ensuring current … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity launches Harambee Neighborhood Revitalization Project with $1 million grant from Bader Philanthropies
Gone But Not Forgotten
Gone But Not Forgotten Diahann Carroll Toni Morrison Elijah Cummings John Conyers Jessye Norman John Singleton Kristoff St. John Nipsey Hussle Kevin Barnett Andre Williams Barbara Hillary Dr. Patricia Bath Rev. Clay Evans Rev. George Celemente Dr. Frank James Willie Bowen Frank Robinson Ernest Gaines Irving Burgie … [Read more...] about Gone But Not Forgotten
Evangelist Missionary Mother Ellen Fumbanks and Times contributor, passes
Evangelist Missionary Mother Ellen Fumbanks, who also served as the Milwaukee Times birthday list contributor, passed away on December 9, 2019. She had suffered a stroke earlier this year; she was 77. Mother Fumbanks was born on February 19, 1943 in Clarksdale, Mississippi to the union of Rosie Lee Banks and Charles Barner, Sr. Her mother instilled in her the word of God at … [Read more...] about Evangelist Missionary Mother Ellen Fumbanks and Times contributor, passes
Northwest Funeral Chapel hosts 2019 O’Bee’s Toy House
On Sunday, December 15, 2019, Northwest Family Activity and Events Center, 4104 W. Good Hope Road, hosted its 5th Annual Mrs. O'Bee's Toy House. The event was open to children (2 - 10 years old) and their families. Children were able to pick out one free toy, take a photo with Santa, and enjoy special Christmas treats provided by friends of the late Mrs. Ernestine O'Bee, one of … [Read more...] about Northwest Funeral Chapel hosts 2019 O’Bee’s Toy House
Milwaukee Urban League hosts 60th Equal Opportunity Day Luncheon
On Wednesday, December 11, 2019, The Milwaukee Urban League (MUL) hosted the 60th Annual Equal Opportunity Day Luncheon at the Pfister Hotel, 424 E. Wisconsin Ave. The Equal Opportunity Day Luncheon is a significant event, not only because it helps to reinforce the importance of diversity and equal opportunity, but it also generates funds which help support the League's work in … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Urban League hosts 60th Equal Opportunity Day Luncheon
Voice of the Fatherless Child brings Christmas cheer to families in need
Sunday, December 15, 2019 marked the 12th annual "Voice of the Fatherless Child's Single Parent Christmas."One of the ten single parent Christmas packages was awarded to Destiny Foster (front row, left), the mother of two daughters who lost their lives to a hit and run driver on 22nd and Center Streets about two months ago. Voice of the Fatherless Child's Founder Monte Mabra … [Read more...] about Voice of the Fatherless Child brings Christmas cheer to families in need