LIGHT THE HOAN! See the Hoan Bridge come to life as our community celebrates Kwanzaa on its First Day: Sunday, December 26th at 4:00 P.M., 642 East Erie Street. honoring the first principle of Kwanzaa, "UMOJA" which means to strive for and maintain unity in the family, community, nation, and race! The Lighting of the Hoan Bridge Kwanzaa Celebration is a collaboration with … [Read more...] about HOAN Celebrates Kwanzaa
Our volunteers are making a difference in Wisconsin – AARP Wisconsin
AARP Wisconsin is working to create a state where people can choose how they live as they age by advocating on issues like Social Security, family caregiving, financial security, internet access, prescription drug prices and more. … [Read more...] about Our volunteers are making a difference in Wisconsin – AARP Wisconsin
Happy Holidays from everyone at the Greater Milwaukee Urban League
Wishing you and your family a holiday season filled with peace, hope, good health and prosperity. … [Read more...] about Happy Holidays from everyone at the Greater Milwaukee Urban League
Positions Open – General Workers at Bruschi
NOW HIRING Bruschi, a leading company in the zinc alloy die-casting sector, is looking for general workers for its Milwaukee location. Interested candidates can send their resumes to careers@bruschitech.com. … [Read more...] about Positions Open – General Workers at Bruschi
This Week In Black History
December 23, 1869 Madam C.J. Walker, businesswoman and first African American woman millionaire, born. December 24, 1832 Charter granted to the Georgia Infirmary, the first Black hospital. December 25, 1760 Jupiter Hammon becomes first published Black poet with his poem, “An Evening Thought”. December 26, 1894 Jean Toomer, author of Cane, born. December … [Read more...] about This Week In Black History
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue December 23, 2021
Click on the cover image below to view the full newspaper on issuu.com … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue December 23, 2021
The Links, Incorporated unveil PoSITivity Bench
On Thursday, December 9, 2021, The Cream City (WI) Chapter of the Links, Incorporated continued their partnership with Siefert Elementary School, 1547 N. 14th Street, by unveiling the Links "PoSITivity Bench." The bench is a safe place where Siefert students can come to seek safety and alert staff that the student needs a positive and friendly face to talk to or just see. … [Read more...] about The Links, Incorporated unveil PoSITivity Bench
Carver Academy to rename library in honor of educator Joyce A. Hall
On Friday, December 10, 2021, Milwaukee Public Schools' (MPS) George Washington Carver Academy, 1900 N. 1st St.,hosted a formal ceremony to dedicate their library to Joyce A. Hall. The longtime teacher and volunteer is believed to have served at least 2,000 MPS students. Hall, 90, began working for MPS in 1955 and retired after 36 years. She served as a full-time reading … [Read more...] about Carver Academy to rename library in honor of educator Joyce A. Hall
Bestowing of the Kente ceremony celebrates Black student graduates
Alverno College’s annual Bestowing of the Kente is one of the oldest ceremonies of its kind in Wisconsin. The rite of passage recognizes Black students who are graduating seniors, earning a master’s degree, or completing a certification program. Each honoree is presented with a Kente cloth – a hand-woven ceremonial stole featuring bright colors that honor West African heritage. … [Read more...] about Bestowing of the Kente ceremony celebrates Black student graduates
National Black Business Chamber champion Harry C. Alford dies
Leader and President/ CEO and Co-Founder of the National Black Chamber of Commerce (NBCC), Harry C. Alford, transitioned Monday, December 6, 2021, in Washington, DC. He was preceded in death five months ago by his wife, Kay DeBow, Vice President and Co-Founder of the National Black Chamber. In 1993, Harry C. Alfred moved the newly established National Black Chamber of … [Read more...] about National Black Business Chamber champion Harry C. Alford dies