Who are you? Spoken or unspoken, serious or in jest, you get asked that question all the time. Where are you from? Who are your parents? Have you been here before, and what do you do? In All The Women in My Family Sing, edited by Deborah Santana, the questions stand: who are you and what is your story? It’s a no-brainer: every day you spend in this world is different, … [Read more...] about “All the Women in My Family Sing,” edited by Deborah Santana
Arts and Entertainment
Lynette DuPree: The voice behind ‘Black Pearl’
By Jacquelyn D. Heath Special to The Milwaukee Times There are some kids who grow up struggling to find an interest or talent that they can turn into a career. Lynette DuPree didn’t have that problem. She knew exactly what she wanted to do when she grew up; she wanted to be a performer. The veteran stage, television and film actress is currently in Milwaukee in the … [Read more...] about Lynette DuPree: The voice behind ‘Black Pearl’
Jordan Peele was among the few to make history with his Oscar win
Jordan Peele stopped writing the script for his horror- satire film Get Out about 20 times before he finally finished it. On Sunday night, it won him an Oscar. “I thought it was impossible,” Peele said while accepting the award for best original screenplay. “I thought it wasn’t going to work. I thought no one would ever make this movie. But I kept coming back to it because I … [Read more...] about Jordan Peele was among the few to make history with his Oscar win
Mural Kickoff Celebration and Blessing!
Lakefront Festival of Art 2016
DATES & HOURS Friday, June 17, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. MAM After Dark, from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, June 18, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday, June 19, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. ADMISSION Advance tickets $10 (click here to buy online) Adults $17 Seniors/students $15 Museum Members $10 Three-day pass $25 Free for kids age 12 and … [Read more...] about Lakefront Festival of Art 2016
Car Show on Saturday
The Men's Ministry of Monumental Missionary Baptist Church- Rev. Roy C. Watson, Pastor, located at 2407 W. North Ave., will be sponsoring a Car Show on Saturday, June 4, 2016 at 9:00 AM in the church parking lot. All are invited and welcomed to attend. … [Read more...] about Car Show on Saturday
Summerfest unveils daily admission promotions and special offers for 2016
MILWAUKEE — Summerfest officials are excited to announce Admission Promotions, Gate Giveaways and Special Offers for 2016, providing patrons with free or discounted admission opportunities for every day of the festival. According to a press release, all exchanges, unless otherwise stated, will take place at the Mid Gate Promotions Booth, located across the street from the … [Read more...] about Summerfest unveils daily admission promotions and special offers for 2016
“Summer’s Best” Free Concerts
County Executive Chris Abele Announces Parks’ “Summer’s Best” Free Concerts Milwaukee, WI (May 10, 2016) – Today, Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele and Parks Director John Dargle, Jr. announced the lineup for the “Summer’s Best” concert series. From June 2–September 14, the public can listen to more than 100 live performances in a variety of genres, at no charge, at 22 … [Read more...] about “Summer’s Best” Free Concerts
Dear Mama: Afeni Shakur, mother of rapper Tupac Shakur, dies
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Afeni Shakur, the former Black Panther who inspired the work of her son, rap icon Tupac Shakur, and fostered his legacy for decades after he was slain, has died of an apparent heart attack, authorities said Tuesday. She was 69. Responding to a 911 call to Shakur's home in Sausalito Monday night, deputies and firefighters performed CPR, rushed her to a … [Read more...] about Dear Mama: Afeni Shakur, mother of rapper Tupac Shakur, dies
Local Scholarship Fund incorporates “laughter” into raising money for education
About six years ago, the Lois M. Chapple Scholarship was established to raise educational scholarships for youth. Our mission is to aid in their development by assisting them with completing their education, which will empower them to achieve economic self-sufficiency. “We recognize that one positive relationship can change the course of a young person’s life. Therefore, our … [Read more...] about Local Scholarship Fund incorporates “laughter” into raising money for education