When you need to experience that holiday spirit firsthand, there is nothing like a holiday festival! These events around Milwaukee area guaranteed to put you in a festive mood and create lasting memories for you and your family. Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival – Milwaukee November 15, 2018 – January 1, 2019 Downtown Milwaukee It’s the most dazzling time of year … [Read more...] about Milwaukee holiday events and festivals
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue November 22, 2018
North Central Service Club hosts 2019 Annual Luncheon and Fashion Show
On Sunday, November 11, 2018, the North Central Service Club presented their Annual Luncheon and Fashion Show at the Radisson Hotel Milwaukee West, 2303 North Mayfair Rd. The luncheon featured a silent auction and a fashion show, which showcased fashions provided by Gg Collections Boutique, 5201 West North Ave. The show was MC'ed by Gloria Miller (top right photo, … [Read more...] about North Central Service Club hosts 2019 Annual Luncheon and Fashion Show
Milwaukee Urban League announces participation in the Milwaukee Community Schools Partnership
On Monday, November 5, 2018, the Milwaukee Urban League (MUL) made an announcement at North Division High School, 1011 West Center St., that it would be officially participating in the Milwaukee Community Schools Partnership (MCSP). MUL will collaborate with North Division High School and the United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County in the MCSP program, bringing … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Urban League announces participation in the Milwaukee Community Schools Partnership
Rev. Dr. Fredrick and First Lady Marian Jones celebrate 4 year anniversary
On Sunday, November 11, 2018, Canaan Baptist Church hosted the 4th Year Anniversary Celebration for their Pastor Rev. Dr. Fredrick Jones and First Lady Marian Jones (left photo) at the church, 2975 N. 11th Street. The Joneses were joined by their church family in a celebration which included tributes from many officials, business leader, church leaders and friends in the … [Read more...] about Rev. Dr. Fredrick and First Lady Marian Jones celebrate 4 year anniversary
Wisconsin school investigated after students perform Nazi salute for junior prom photo
A school in Wisconsin is being investigated after a photo emerged showing dozens of students apparently performing Nazi salutes. The image surfaced on Twitter after it was shared by an account named “Welcome to Baraboo”. The post – now deleted – was captioned: “We even got the black kid to throw it up." It shows more than 50 young men in suits smiling and laughing on the … [Read more...] about Wisconsin school investigated after students perform Nazi salute for junior prom photo
#Season of giving (Week 3)
The Counseling Corner By Rev. Judith T. Lester, B.Min. M.Th The Salvation Army includes social justice as part of its ministry work. God’s people have also recognized their responsibility toward social ministry. We are to care for others because Jesus directed us to do so. Some of the ways we can engage in the works of social justice is by feeding the hungry, clothing those … [Read more...] about #Season of giving (Week 3)
Rev. Dr. Archie and First Lady Jeanette Ivy celebrate 23rd pastoral anniversary
The story of how Rev. Dr. Archie Ivy and First Lady Jeanette Ivy were joined together began in the small town of Shannon, Mississippi. Archie Ivy and Jeanette Rogers were both students at Shannon High School. Archie is the oldest son of ten children while Jeanette is the youngest of five children, both grew up in the time of segregation and the Jim Crow South. Both Archie and … [Read more...] about Rev. Dr. Archie and First Lady Jeanette Ivy celebrate 23rd pastoral anniversary
Bay View High School marks Veterans Day and noted alumni
Students and staff at Bay View High School gathered in the gym on November 9, 2018, to remember and honor Veterans Day, especially the school’s own alumni who took part in military service. The event was attended by Mayor Tom Barrett, Carol Voss of the Milwaukee Board of School Directors, and members of the Milwaukee Fire Department. This year is the 100th anniversary of … [Read more...] about Bay View High School marks Veterans Day and noted alumni
MPS shows modest improvement on state report card
Dozens of Milwaukee Public Schools showed signs of improvement on the 2017-18 state report cards released Tuesday, November 13, 2018, by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction. Thirty-four MPS schools improved their category rating compared to the 2016-17 report cards. Nine additional schools were ranked in the significantly exceeds expectations, exceeds … [Read more...] about MPS shows modest improvement on state report card