On Saturday, December 9, 2023, Parent University founder Delores Sallis (top photo, left) along with Dr. Sabrina Robbins (top photo, right) presented the "African Heritage Soulful Santa Christmas" celebration at the Fox Cities Exhibition Center in Appleton, WI. A "Soulful Santa Train" led families to a Christmas wonderland that was set up by volunteers. The event included live … [Read more...] about Families enjoy the ‘African Heritage Soulful Santa Christmas’
Kwanzaa: What it really is and how and why it’s celebrated
Every year, around Christmas time, you may hear some black folks talking about celebrating Kwanzaa. many of them jokingly because they don’t know the history or roots behind the holiday. Here’s how it all came about and why celebrating it could be more important than ever. Maulana Karenga created Kwanzaa in 1966, as the first specifically African-American holiday. According … [Read more...] about Kwanzaa: What it really is and how and why it’s celebrated
North Central Service Club visits Matthews of Glendale Assisted Living
On Friday, December 22, 2023, North Central Service Club (NCSC) members (from left) Betty Munson, Valley Hollins, Frances Utsey, and Victoria Butler visited Matthews of Glendale Assisted Living, 7325 N. Port Washington Rd. to give all residents there a Christmas present from the club. All resident received an oversized throw to keep them warm. They are pictured with two … [Read more...] about North Central Service Club visits Matthews of Glendale Assisted Living
Our Daily Bread hosts a ‘Family Holiday Gathering’
Six-year-old Naleighyna Craney (center) and her uncle Deshawn Grandberry (left), receive treats and decorate sweets provided by Our Daily Bread Community Resource Center, Inc., Founder and Chief Executive Office Lea Kyle-Lewis (right), during their "Family Holiday Gathering" event at Barack Obama School of Career and Technical Education, 5075 N. Sherman Blvd., on Tuesday, … [Read more...] about Our Daily Bread hosts a ‘Family Holiday Gathering’
Kappa League members receive school supply gift cards
On Sunday, December 3, 2023, The Milwaukee Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., and Donald Tate presented school supply gift cards to the Kappa League members at Albright New Hope United Methodist Church, 5555 W. Capitol Drive. Tate cashed in his coins from years of savings and donated it to the high school students. Tate is a retired Milwaukee Public School … [Read more...] about Kappa League members receive school supply gift cards
This Week In Black History – December 28, 2023
December 28, 1905 – Earl “Fatha” Hines, “Father of Modern Jazz Piano”, born. December 29, 1924 – Author, sportswriter A.S. “Doc” Young born. December 30, 1842 – Congressman Josiah Walls born. December 31, 1930 – Odetta, blues and folk singer, born. January 1, 1863 – President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation January 2, 1965 – Martin … [Read more...] about This Week In Black History – December 28, 2023
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue December 28, 2023
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Dr. King Community Center hosts ‘Breakfast with Santa’
On Saturday, December 16, 2023, the Dr. Martin L. King, Jr., Community Center, located at 1531 W. Vliet St., held its annual "Breakfast with Santa." The center has held the event for the past 5 years and this year more than 300 children with their families participated. Every child in attendance received a toy from the secret "Santa Room," where only children were allowed. … [Read more...] about Dr. King Community Center hosts ‘Breakfast with Santa’
Voice of the Fatherless Child brings holiday joy to families in need
On Sunday, December 17, 2023, Voice of the Fatherless Child (VOFC), a local nonprofit, helped Milwaukee families get into the holiday spirit by delivering trees, gifts and decorations to families in need. This year they stopped at 10 homes, bringing the holiday spirit to people’s doorsteps. VOFC founder Monte Mabra, said as a child he always dreamed of a Christmas with a real … [Read more...] about Voice of the Fatherless Child brings holiday joy to families in need
Andre Braugher, ‘Brooklyn Nine-Nine’ actor dies at age 61
Actor who played deadpan Captain Raymond Holt and starred in 'Homicide: Life on the Street,' has died after a brief illness Andre Braugher, who starred as Captain Raymond Holt in the hit comedy Brooklyn Nine-Nine and as Detective Frank Pembleton in Homicide: Life on the Street, has died at age 61. The actor passed away on Monday, December 11, 2023 after battling lung … [Read more...] about Andre Braugher, ‘Brooklyn Nine-Nine’ actor dies at age 61