The Lena Horne Theatre is the latest Broadway house to be renamed for a black artist. On November 1, 2022, the venue, owned by the Nederlander Organization and the current home of “Six,” revealed its new marquee in a dedication ceremony and block party outside the theater on 47th Street. Led by Broadway royalty (LaChanze, Audra Mc- Donald, Tamara Tunie and Vanessa Williams — … [Read more...] about Lena Horne Theatre dedication celebrates the relationship between the late performer and the Nederlander Organization
‘Black Nativity by Langston Hughes’ returns to kick off holiday season in Milwaukee
Black Arts MKE’s beloved holiday musical returns for its seventh year with its biggest and best production to date. Black Nativity by Langston Hughes runs one weekend only – December 8-11, 2022, at the Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall, Marcus Center. Set in Milwaukee rather than Bethlehem, this joyous and hopeful re-telling of Hughes’ original 1961 play incorporates poetry, music, … [Read more...] about ‘Black Nativity by Langston Hughes’ returns to kick off holiday season in Milwaukee
Handling Eating Challenges During the Holidays
12 tips to help maintain eating disorder recovery Navigating recovery from an eating disorder is rarely easy, and the holiday season tends to be especially challenging. Family gatherings, disrupted routines, food-centered celebrations and more create an abundance of potentially triggering situations for people recovering from eating disorders. You may find it beneficial to … [Read more...] about Handling Eating Challenges During the Holidays
Stress Management Tools for the Holidays
The holiday season can be full of joy and family fun, but for some, especially those in eating disorder recovery, the occasion can be incredibly stressful. Consider these tips from the experts at Alsana to help you respond to stressors more thoughtfully and constructively: 1. Calm down with mindfulness practices, meditation or yoga. 2. Feel and vent your feelings through … [Read more...] about Stress Management Tools for the Holidays
This Week In Black History
November 17, 1980 – WHHM, the first African American operated radio station, goes on the air at Howard University. November 18, 1787 – Abolitionist and women’s right activist Sojourner Truth born. November 19, 1953 – Roy Campanella named Most Valuable Player in National League Baseball for the second time. November 20, 1865 – Howard Seminary (later Howard … [Read more...] about This Week In Black History
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue November 17, 2022
Click on the cover image below to view the full newspaper on issuu.com … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue November 17, 2022
Fall General Election 2022 winners
Governor Tony Evers Lt. Gov. elect Sara Rodriguez Senator Ron Johnson Congresswoman Gwen Moore Attorney General Josh Kaul … [Read more...] about Fall General Election 2022 winners
Greater Milwaukee Urban League hosts ‘The 37th Black & White Ball’
On Saturday, November 5, 2022, the Greater Milwaukee Urban League (GMUL) hosted their annual "Black & White Ball" at the Wisconsin Center, 400 West Wisconsin Ave. More than 1,100 Milwaukee-area business and community leaders, including many area CEOs, came together to attend the GMUL's annual fundraiser. The evening included a red carpet walk, pre-event with live music, … [Read more...] about Greater Milwaukee Urban League hosts ‘The 37th Black & White Ball’
Wisconsin goes purple, voters weigh in on split state
Republicans and Democrats both won and lost major races in the 2022 election Republicans and Democrats both won and lost major Wisconsin races in the 2022 elections. Outlets project Democrat Governor Tony Evers to keep his spot over Republican Tim Michels, while Democrat U.S. Senate candidate Mandela Barnes fell short to Republican Senator Ron Johnson. It solidified … [Read more...] about Wisconsin goes purple, voters weigh in on split state
Mayor Johnson hosts ‘2022 Fatherhood Summit’
Fathers, Grandfathers, Future Fathers and Father Figures will join Mayor Cavalier Johnson on Saturday, November 12, 2022 for the annual Milwaukee Fatherhood Summit. This year’s event takes place at Destiny Youth Plaza, 7220 North 76th Street from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. The Fatherhood Summit is a one-stop shop resource fair connecting Milwaukee families with job … [Read more...] about Mayor Johnson hosts ‘2022 Fatherhood Summit’