The Nei Phi Neph mentoring program participants were out on Friday, August 1, 2014 at W. Capitol Drive and N. 60th Street, rehearsing on their drums before their appearance in the Bud Biliken Parade in Chicago this weekend. Participants range in age between five and 22 years old. Their base of operation is the Mary Ryan Boys and Girls Club. The program’s founder is Anthony … [Read more...] about Nei Phi Neph mentoring program gears up for Chicago event with impromptu street jam
Arts and Entertainment
“Grandmother Power: A Global Phenomenon” exhibit
The Mount Mary University Marian Gallery presents a story telling exhibit: "Grandmother Power – A Global Phenomenon." This exhibit tells powerful stories of courageous women fighting for a better future for grandchildren everywhere. The free exhibit includes images and stories of grandmothers worldwide who are working to create a better future for grandchildren around the … [Read more...] about “Grandmother Power: A Global Phenomenon” exhibit
Milwaukee radio personality Michael Hightower has died
Michael Hightower, longtime radio personality for Jammin' 98.3 FM in Milwaukee, has died, according to Annmarie Topel, vice president and general manager of the Milwaukee Radio Group. Hightower, 58, was last on the air Wednesday, April 9, 2014, Topel said. She had no further information on his death. "We found out this morning and we are all still in shock. He loved his job … [Read more...] about Milwaukee radio personality Michael Hightower has died
Evelyn Terry and Bridges at Cuvée on Gallery Night
Evelyn Patricia Terry’s two upcoming exhibitions celebrate her as "Artist of the Year" To celebrate being selected as one of two Milwaukee Arts Board’s “Artists of the Year,” visual artist Evelyn Patricia Terry hosts a Gallery Night art exhibition at Cuvée, Friday, April 25, 2014, from 6 p.m. until 10 p.m. Terry will have on hand pieces from an evolving series, Play the … [Read more...] about Evelyn Terry and Bridges at Cuvée on Gallery Night
“Transforming Pain to Power: Unlock Your Unlimited Potential” by Daniel Beaty, foreword by Michael Eric Dyson
c.2014, Berkley Publishing $19.95 / $22.95 Canada 225 pages "You’ll never amount to anything." You might have had those words thrown at you at some point in your early life – and if they were directed at you, the memory still stings. There’s too much finality in them, too much lack of hope. The threat of becoming nothing feels like a death. So if you heard those words – or … [Read more...] about “Transforming Pain to Power: Unlock Your Unlimited Potential” by Daniel Beaty, foreword by Michael Eric Dyson
Congratulations Kappa Phi Chapter on a Successful Talent Hunt
The Omega Psi Phi-Kappa Phi Milwaukee Chapter presented its annual Talent Hunt Showcase on Saturday, March 29, 2014, of high school students in the greater Milwaukee area. The talent hunt is a mandated program for each chapter of Omega Psi Phi, Inc., to create a venue that gives the high school students an opportunity to showcase their musical, dance and oratory talents. This … [Read more...] about Congratulations Kappa Phi Chapter on a Successful Talent Hunt
Oscars 2014: Diversity wins big
Diversity was perhaps the biggest winner at the 86th annual Academy Awards. For the first time, a film directed by a black filmmaker — Steve McQueen of “12 Years a Slave” — won best picture and a Latino — Alfonso Cuaron of “Gravity” — took home best director in a ceremony presided over by a lesbian host and overseen by the Academy's first black … [Read more...] about Oscars 2014: Diversity wins big
Books for Black History (part 1) The Publisher’s Bookshelf
By Lynda Jackson Conyers Publisher for the Milwaukee Times Our history is a rich one, filled with individuals who were pioneers, movers and shakers, leaders, and rebels. During the month of Black History we focus on those that fought for civil rights or were pioneers as black first this or that. There are those though with deep and rich stories that help shaped black … [Read more...] about Books for Black History (part 1) The Publisher’s Bookshelf
The Artery holds a call for performance ideas
In May, 2013 the Creational Trails team, a collaboration between the Greater Milwaukee Committee's Innovation in Milwaukee initiative and Art Milwaukee, received a $350,000 grant from ArtPlace America. Through this grant, beintween has announced a $40,000 call for performance ideas to showcase the diverse talent of the community along the artery next summer. What is the … [Read more...] about The Artery holds a call for performance ideas
A warm welcome
Sherman Multicultural Arts School staff and students handed out hot chocolate and pastries to parents in November as they dropped off their children at school. Located in the heart of the Sherman Park neighborhood, the K4-8 school is led by Principal Lonnie Anderson (center). … [Read more...] about A warm welcome