On Saturday, May 18, 2019, the staff of Mr. Perkins Family Restaurant received a very sweet surprise for the restaurant's 50th Anniversary when NBA legends Shaquille O’Neal and Charles Barkley, along with sportscaster Ernie Johnson, stopped by for lunch while in town to watch the Milwaukee Bucks play the Toronto Raptors. Pictured are (from left) Turner Sports and CBS Sports … [Read more...] about NBA legends visit local legendary eatery Mr. Perkins Family Restaurant
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue May 23, 2019
Luau Lullaby Community Baby Shower presented by MHSI and Molina Healthcare
On Saturday, May 11, 2019, Milwaukee Health Services, Inc. (MHSI) and Molina Healthcare hosted their annual Luau Lullaby Community Baby Shower, in recognition of Mother's Day, at MLK Heritage Health Center, 2555 N. MLK Drive. As part of the event, participants had the opportunity to receive immunizations, free information and educational sessions, and free health screenings … [Read more...] about Luau Lullaby Community Baby Shower presented by MHSI and Molina Healthcare
Milwaukee Urban League hosts 2019 Youth Leadership Summit
On Saturday, May 4, 2019, the Milwaukee Urban League (MUL) hosted its annual Youth Leadership Summit at the Harley Davidson University Building, 3800 W. Juneau Ave., 6th floor. The event brought 50 to 60 youth who have demonstrated leadership ability through work, in school and extracurricular or community activities to participate in leadership orientations and … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Urban League hosts 2019 Youth Leadership Summit
Zion Hill MBC hosts Mother’s Day Breakfast for the women of the church
On Saturday, May 11, 2019, the men of Zion Hill Missionary Baptist Church (top photo) hosted a special pre-Mother's Day Breakfast, cooked by them for the ladies of Zion Hill MBC (lower photo). The event was hosted by Zion Hill pastor Rev. Dr. Russell B Williamson (top photo, center). … [Read more...] about Zion Hill MBC hosts Mother’s Day Breakfast for the women of the church
The British Royal Family welcomes new baby Archie
On Monday, May 6, 2019, England's Royal Family welcomed their newest addition to the world, baby Archie. The newborn’s birth has captivated England, not so much for his position, seventh in line to the British throne; but more of because he represents change for the oldest of royal houses. He is half American, descended on his mother’s side from a bellhop in a Cleveland hotel, … [Read more...] about The British Royal Family welcomes new baby Archie
Mr. Perkins Family Restaurant celebrates golden anniversary
The year was 1969 and Hilda and Willie Perkins, Sr.'s dream to open a restaurant came true. The north side establishment at 1943 W. Atkinson Avenue, their first location, very quickly became too small, to accommodate the already loyal customer base. So, they moved a short distance away to the current location at 2001 W. Atkinson Avenue. A milestone of this magnitude … [Read more...] about Mr. Perkins Family Restaurant celebrates golden anniversary
You can’t win like that
“I can’t do a lot of the extra stuff that I would like to do for my kids or with my kids because I just can’t afford to. No vacations. There’s not too much going to the movies or little outings. Even getting school uniforms together is expensive. Sometimes they have to wear stuff from last year. I have a lot of guilt because I can’t provide for them the way that I want … [Read more...] about You can’t win like that
Is equality good for everyone?
Being Frank By: Frank James Special to the Milwaukee Times I was at a meeting and saw an African American woman wearing a shirt that said 'equality' across the front. At first I didn’t pay the shirt any mind. As the meeting went on the shirt drew my attention. The woman was presenting, and the word was emblazoned on the front of the shirt. I deduced the shirt was a … [Read more...] about Is equality good for everyone?
National “Get Caught Reading” Month (Week 3)
The Counseling Corner By Rev. Judith T. Lester, B.Min. M.Th “There are many little ways to enlarge your child’s world. Love of books is the best of all.” - Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis In a few weeks, most students will take a summer break from school. If you are thinking about how to keep your children and youth groups reading over the summer months, consider starting a … [Read more...] about National “Get Caught Reading” Month (Week 3)