By Karen Stokes On October 9, 2019, Ascension Wisconsin hosted the 9th annual Strong Baby informational luncheon at the St. Joseph Campus, 5000 W. Chambers St., Milwaukee. The luncheon celebrated 32 churches on becoming Strong Baby Sanctuaries, places where pregnant women and their families can learn about available community resources. Participation in church or … [Read more...] about Ascension Wisconsin celebrates the impact of community churches in promoting infant health
Worried about saving for college? Here are the key points to consider
By Alexander Joyce As students head back to college, millions of parents are hoping their younger children someday can do the same. With the high costs of college continuing to rise and many students and families saddled with heavy debt, saving for college has become as important as ever. Many people started savings plans early, while others either could not afford to or … [Read more...] about Worried about saving for college? Here are the key points to consider
King Drive Commons host Gallery Night and Day on Oct. 25th and 26th
A gallery night will be held at King Drive Commons Gallery and Studio of African Diaspora Culture located at 2767 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive on Friday, October 25, 2019, from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. and on Saturday October 26, 2019 from 12 noon to 2 p.m. The community is invited to join us in celebration of the exhibit titled God Gave Me A Song. This exhibit and program … [Read more...] about King Drive Commons host Gallery Night and Day on Oct. 25th and 26th
What’s Happening in Milwaukee
Eric Andre: Legalize Everything Tour Wednesday, October 30 7 p.m. Doors • 8 p.m. Show The Riverside Theater 116 W Wisconsin Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53203 Best known as the creator and host of Adult Swim’s hit late night talk show series The Eric Andre Show, Eric Andre continues to rattle the minds of TV censors, celebrity guests and viewers alike. With the help of his … [Read more...] about What’s Happening in Milwaukee
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue October 17, 2019
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Wisconsin General Baptist State Laymen honor the work of Senior Deacons
On Saturday, September 21, 2019, The Wisconsin General Baptist State Laymen hosted their Annual Senior Deacons Recognition Gala at the Hampton Inn & Suites, 8201 West Greenfield Ave. The keynote speaker was Reverend Joseph Alexander. This year the laymen honored eleven local pastors including Rev. Dr. Mary Jean Lewis-Jiles, Rev. Dr. Ellis Wilkins, Rev. B.L. Cleveland, … [Read more...] about Wisconsin General Baptist State Laymen honor the work of Senior Deacons
WTMJ4 launches new feature program, ‘WTMJ2020’
On Monday September 30, 2019, WTMJ Channel 4 rolled out a new signature event called "WTMJ 2020" at Potawatomi's Northern Lights Theater. The event presented different panels that focus on various topics of discussion with a number of news makers. Topic included sports, religion, politics, news, trends and issues that will shape the coming year. It aired live on WTMJ, and in … [Read more...] about WTMJ4 launches new feature program, ‘WTMJ2020’
Black Lens MKE hosts kick-off party
On Friday, October 4, 2019, Black Lens MKE hosted the world renowned kick-off party for the 2019 Black Lens Film Fest, part of the MKE Film Festival, at The Cooperage, 822 S. Water St. In 2014, Black Lens was created with a singular focus: to spotlight the incredible work of African American filmmakers by bringing their films to the Milwaukee Film Festival. These filmmakers … [Read more...] about Black Lens MKE hosts kick-off party
Diahann Carroll, pioneering star of ‘Julia’ and ‘Dynasty,’ dead at 84
Diahann Carroll, who pioneered television with her starring role in the 1968 series Julia, died Friday, her daughter Suzanne Kay confirmed to CNN. Carroll was 84. She died early Friday, October 4, 2019, following a battle with breast cancer, according to her publicist Jeffery Lane. Known as much for her talent as she was her beauty and elegance, Carroll was beloved for … [Read more...] about Diahann Carroll, pioneering star of ‘Julia’ and ‘Dynasty,’ dead at 84
Seek beauty, not ego confusion
Today is a beautiful day and you are a wonderful person. These are words people should hear the voice in their head tell them at least 100 times a day. The truth is everyone is beautiful and life is wonderful. What keeps people from understanding these two things is often the ego. The ego, if not channeled properly, can ruin a beautiful day and create a miserable life. Can … [Read more...] about Seek beauty, not ego confusion