On Sunday, September 11, 2016, The Milwaukee Exposure and Explorer Project (MEEP) hosted its 7th Annual Luncheon. MEEP was founded in the summer of 2009 by former Milwaukee Public School teachers Lilly Simmons, Erma Smith, and Betty Rodgers. The founders recognized the need for urban children to be exposed to the possibilities and opportunities of a variety of careers. … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Exposure & Explorer Project celebrates 7th Annual Luncheon
Community Spotlight
North Division High School celebrates Class of ’61’s 55th Reunion
The North Division High School Class of 1961 held its milestone 55th reunion on Saturday, September 10, 2016 at the Four Points Sheraton, 8900 North Kildeer Rd., Brown Deer. The reunion featured a program, reception, exhibits, dinner, awards and entertainment. The event also included a memorial tribute to the 26 classmates who have passed since the class last got together. … [Read more...] about North Division High School celebrates Class of ’61’s 55th Reunion
The Milwaukee Urban League is seeking a President and CEO.
The Milwaukee Urban League is seeking a President and CEO. The Milwaukee Urban League's mission is to provide essential services and strong results-oriented programming to those who share with all of us a desire to be productive, contributing members of the community. For a full position profile and instructions to apply (deadline extended to September 14th) please … [Read more...] about The Milwaukee Urban League is seeking a President and CEO.
The 2nd Annual An Evening of Elegance Black Tie Affair.
The 2nd Annual An Evening of Elegance Black Tie Affair. Survivors of domestic abuse are chosen from nominations throughout the community and five victims are chosen from a shelter to attend this event. Once chosen, these women are referred to as VIP Queens and each queen receives a make over, hair style, formal gown, shoes and accessories, and full access to attend the … [Read more...] about The 2nd Annual An Evening of Elegance Black Tie Affair.
Divas in Training raise funds to open bakery with an “All White Affair” fundraiser
On Sunday, September 4, 2016, Born 2 Dream - Divas in Training hosted their sixth annual fundraiser at the King Hall Community Center, 3413 North Dr. MLK, Jr. Drive. The event was an "All White Affair" with the Divas entertaining their guests with various performances. The money raised at the event will help to open the "RU Kidding Me Bakery," which is … [Read more...] about Divas in Training raise funds to open bakery with an “All White Affair” fundraiser
Area men stand together to welcome students back-to-school
Representatives from St. Mark A.M.E. Church and the Prince Hall Scottish Rite Masons gathered at Keefe Avenue School, 1615 W. Keefe Ave., to welcome back and encourage the returning and incoming students at Keefe Avenue school. The event was held to show the community at-large a positive face of Milwaukee's African American community and to let the students and … [Read more...] about Area men stand together to welcome students back-to-school
The Sixteenth Annual Fellowship Open Event
On Friday, August 19, 2016 the Sixteenth Annual Fellowship Open took place at the Silver Spring Country Club, N56W21318 Silver Spring Dr., in Menomonee Falls. The annual golf outing over the years has raised hundreds of thousands of dollars to champion education and open pathway to successful careers for Milwaukee's youth. Prior to the golf tournament an awards celebration took … [Read more...] about The Sixteenth Annual Fellowship Open Event
Milwaukee Urban League hosts round-table discussion on the ‘Stronger Way Act’
On Monday, August 15, 2015 the Milwaukee Urban League Milwaukee Branch, along with U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (left), hosted a round-table discussion on the importance of the "Stronger Way Act." The Stronger Way Act, which is being co-sponsored by Senator Baldwin and Senator Cory Booker (DNJ), is a bill proposed to Congress that will create opportunity for all and reward … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Urban League hosts round-table discussion on the ‘Stronger Way Act’
Northwest Funeral Chapel helps get kids back-to-school with ‘Book Bag Give-a-way’
Northwest Funeral Chapel sponsored its annual Back-to-School Book Bag Give-A-Way at the Northwest Family Activity and Event Center, 4034 West Good Hope Road on August 13 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. In addition to free book bags and school supplies for children grades 1-8, The Milwaukee Times donated more than 400 books to help promote literacy among the … [Read more...] about Northwest Funeral Chapel helps get kids back-to-school with ‘Book Bag Give-a-way’
FREE GOSPEL MUSIC CONCERT TO BRING COMMUNITY TOGETHER
Tickets For “McDonald’s Praise For Peace” Are Now Free Thanks To Marcus Center And Other Local Sponsors MILWAUKEE (August 18, 2016) – For more than a year, McDonald’s Restaurants of Southeastern Wisconsin and the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts have been planning a celebration of Gospel music for Saturday, August 27. Titled “Praise for Peace,” the concert is … [Read more...] about FREE GOSPEL MUSIC CONCERT TO BRING COMMUNITY TOGETHER