George Hinton (left), CEO and President of Social Development Commission was the morning speaker at the North Sunrise Rotary Club meeting on Thursday, October 10, 2019. This event was held at St. Ann’s Center for Intergenerational Care Center on 2450 West North Ave. Dr. Willie Hart (right) is the president of North Sunrise Rotary Club. This is the first Rotary Club … [Read more...] about North Sunrise Rotary Club hosts SDC President and CEO George Hinton
Thanks and more thanks
It is November, which means that Turkey Day is upon us. Thanksgiving is here in the USA. The celebration of the Pilgrims surviving and thriving in America is one of the USA’s most celebrated holidays. Families will get together and embrace each other while adding a few thousand calories to their waistlines. It is time for everyone to be thankful and here are a few things people … [Read more...] about Thanks and more thanks
Maintaining a thankful heart in the midst of trying times (Week 3)
“My mouth will speak in praise of the Lord, let every creature praise His holy name for ever and ever.” - Psalm 145:21 Even in the difficult times, give God thanks! I realize someone may be reading this and saying within themselves, ‘come on Reverend -- how can I thank God for what I’m going through?’ I am simply saying, like the psalmist, to take time and reflect over your … [Read more...] about Maintaining a thankful heart in the midst of trying times (Week 3)
MPS partners to increase healthy food options for students
Serving breakfast and lunch to nearly 76,000 students every school day is a big task, and selecting healthy foods that children enjoy can be a challenge, but this work is about to get a little easier. Through a partnership with the Life Time Foundation, the Milwaukee Public Schools Department of Nutrition Services will evaluate foods and look for substitutions to eliminate … [Read more...] about MPS partners to increase healthy food options for students
Foster care Q&A with Foundations Health & Wholeness
We asked, they answered! Foundations Health & Wholeness interviewed several of our licensed foster parents in the Greater Milwaukee Area to help shed some light on commonly asked questions/thoughts regarding foster care. Please read this, and know we value your questions and will always provide honest answers to help you make the best choice for your family regarding foster … [Read more...] about Foster care Q&A with Foundations Health & Wholeness
“The Pretty One: On Life, Pop Culture, Disability, and Other Reasons to Fall in Love with Me” by Keah Brown
It’s what’s inside that counts. There’s a sentiment you’ve heard since you were a small child: don’t judge someone by their outward appearances. Look at their mind, see their heart, know who they are before you decide how you’ll act. As in the new book The Pretty One by Keah Brown, look past what they can’t do, and see what they can. Keah Brown is cute. Check it: … [Read more...] about “The Pretty One: On Life, Pop Culture, Disability, and Other Reasons to Fall in Love with Me” by Keah Brown
What’s Happening in Milwaukee
BPE Productions Presents A Motown Christmas Friday, December 20 7p.m. Doors • 8 p.m. Show The Riverside Theater 116 W Wisconsin Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53203 A Motown Christmas feature a world-class vocal group assembled from past and present members of Motown’s most legendary groups…The Temptations, The Miracles and The Capitols. This is a powerful, family-oriented show … [Read more...] about What’s Happening in Milwaukee
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue November 14, 2019
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Milwaukee Urban League hosts ‘Lunch and Learn’ on county budget
On Friday, November 1, 2019, the Milwaukee Urban League hosted a "Lunch and Learn" at the Milwaukee Urban League offices, 435 West North Ave. The topic of this "Lunch and Learn" was, "2020 City of Milwaukee-County Budgets Overview and Q&A." The informative program discussed what goes into making an annual city or county budget. From research to ratification, attendees … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Urban League hosts ‘Lunch and Learn’ on county budget
Milwaukee honors the legacy of the late Mildred Harpole
On Saturday, November 2, 2019, the Wisconsin Black Historical Society and Museum hosted a special memorial celebration/repast honoring the life and works of Mildred Harpole (inset) at the Museum on 2620 W. Center St. Many community organizations, religious leaders, politicians, and close friends came out to share their stories and give tributes about one of Milwaukee's tireless … [Read more...] about Milwaukee honors the legacy of the late Mildred Harpole