Milwaukee’s Black Business Directory is a non-profit that provides a directory of Black-owned businesses in the greater Milwaukee area, as well as connects businesses to resources, capital and networks. This week, three restaurants will be featured that serve vegan dishes. The basic differences between a vegan and a vegetarian is a vegan will avoid meat, poultry and seafood … [Read more...] about August is Black Business Month – Week 2
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August is Black Business Month – Week 1
August is National Black Business Month! According to the United States Census Bureau in a Report released January 28, 2021, the 2019 Annual Business Survey covering reference year 2018, approximately 18.3 percent (1.0 million) of all U.S. businesses were minority owned and about 19.9 percent (1.1 million) of all businesses were owned by women). Additional statistics released … [Read more...] about August is Black Business Month – Week 1
Declaration of Independence – Week 3
The Declaration of Independence severed the 13 American colonies’ ties with Great Britain. The Declaration of Independence committee included: Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin Franklin, John Adams, Roger Sherman and Robert R. Livingston. After 86 changes to the initial draft of the document, which was drafted mostly by Thomas Jefferson; the Second Continental Congress officially … [Read more...] about Declaration of Independence – Week 3
Declaration of Independence – Week 3
The Second Continental Congress officially adopted the final version of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, declaring the American colonies’ official independence from Great Britain. Congress established Independence Day as a holiday in 1870 and in 1938 Congress reaffirmed it as a paid holiday for federal employees. Today, communities across our nation mark this as … [Read more...] about Declaration of Independence – Week 3
Declaration of Independence – Week 2
“A time to search and a time to give up, a time to keep and a time to throw away.” - Ecclesiastes 3:6 Did you know on July 8, 1776, the first public readings of the Declaration were held in Philadelphia’s Independence Square to the ringing of bells and band music? A year later, on July 4, 1777, Philadelphia marked Independence Day by adjourning Congress and celebrating … [Read more...] about Declaration of Independence – Week 2
Declaration of Independence – Week 1
On July 4, 2021, our nation will celebrate Independence Day or “July 4th.” According to history.com, the tradition of Independence Day celebrations goes back to the 18th century and the American Revolution. On July 2, 1776, the Continental Congress voted in favor of independence, and two days later delegates from the 13 colonies adopted the Declaration of Independence, a … [Read more...] about Declaration of Independence – Week 1
Fatherhood Strengthening (Week 4)
“Children are a blessing and a gift from the Lord.” - Psalm 127:3 Dads, this week we will continue to offer some ideas to have fun with your children and enjoy them! Family trip Now that restrictions are being lifted, plan your next family trip together. Author Tommy Barnett, in his book, “The Power of a Half Hour” suggests spending some time with your children once … [Read more...] about Fatherhood Strengthening (Week 4)
Christian Fellowship Community Church celebrates the retirement of Rev. Dr. Mary Jean Lewis-Jiles
On Sunday, June 13, 2021, Christian Fellowship Community Church, 2176 North 39th Street, held a special retirement recognition service for their pastor, the Rev. Dr. Mary Jean Lewis-Jiles (left). Sixteen years ago Pastor Dr. Jiles began her official journey of proclaiming the Good News on December 22, 2002, when she was ordained by the late Rev. Willie Jiles, Jr. On April 9, … [Read more...] about Christian Fellowship Community Church celebrates the retirement of Rev. Dr. Mary Jean Lewis-Jiles
Fatherhood Strengthening (Week 3)
“Children are a blessing and a gift from the Lord.” - Psalm 127:3 Children, writes the psalmist in Psalm 127:3, are some of God’s providential blessings. They are a reward from the Lord. This week, we will begin presenting some activities dads can plan with their children. These activities are suggested Fatherhood.gov at their website at: www.Fatherhood.gov: June 18, 2021 … [Read more...] about Fatherhood Strengthening (Week 3)
Fatherhood Strengthening (Week 2)
“Children are a blessing and a gift from the Lord.” - Psalm 127:3 The Pathways for Fathers and Families is a program sponsored by the Milwaukee County Department of Child Support Services which is dedicated to ensuring that all children are supported by both parents whenever possible, with the mission to promote family stability, creating a better quality of life for the … [Read more...] about Fatherhood Strengthening (Week 2)