[slideshow_deploy id='18627'] Sunday, June 19, 2016 was not only Father's Day, it was also Juneteenth Day. Juneteenth is the oldest known celebration commemorating the ending of slavery in the United States. Milwaukee commemorated this event with a parade and an all-day street festival. The 45th Annual Juneteenth Celebration also launched the inaugural … [Read more...] about Milwaukee celebrates 45th Juneteenth Day with parade and street festival
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North Side Business Incubator
North Side Business Incubator Focus: Building from Within A brand-new business incubator has found the spirit of entrepreneurship is alive and thriving on Milwaukee’s near north side. Twenty residents will present their business ideas, ranging from an art studio to a native plant nursery, at a free incubator workshop set for Wednesday, June 29, 1:30 to 5 p.m., at St. Ann … [Read more...] about North Side Business Incubator
Dr. Fred and Mrs. Crouthers celebrate 50th wedding anniversary
Dr. and Mrs. Fred L. Crouther, pastor and the first lady of New Covenant Baptist Church celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on Saturday, June 11, 2016. The officiant was Dr. Lacey K. Curry. Various married couple of the congregation participated in the ceremony where the pastor and first lady renewed their marriage vows. Congratulations to Dr. Fred and Mrs. … [Read more...] about Dr. Fred and Mrs. Crouthers celebrate 50th wedding anniversary
The 14th Rev. James Spann II Scholarship helps youth achieve college dreams and honors a great legacy
The 15th Annual Reverend James W. Spann II Scholarship Luncheon was held Saturday, May 28, 2016 at the Ramada Inn Downtown, 633 West Michigan St. Six high school seniors were awarded scholarships to assist with their college education and career plans. Congresswoman Gwen Moore was the keynote speaker. The Spann Scholarship Foundation was established by Dr. Wilma Spann, a … [Read more...] about The 14th Rev. James Spann II Scholarship helps youth achieve college dreams and honors a great legacy
Project 1 VOICE 1 Play 1 Day is Set!
MILWAUKEE AMONG 40 CITIES TO PARTICIPATE IN ONE-NIGHT-ONLY INTERNATIONAL SALUTE TO AMERICAN THEATRE 30th ANNIVERSARY BENEFIT STAGED READINGS OF THE AWARD-WINNING, THE COLORED MUSEUM, BY GEORGE C. WOLFE Milwaukee - June 10, 2016 – Project1VOICE is set to celebrate the 30th year anniversary of the award-winning, The Colored Museum, written by two-time Tony … [Read more...] about Project 1 VOICE 1 Play 1 Day is Set!
100 White Dresses hosts fundraising concert with Milwaukee’s own Jacob Latimore
[slideshow_deploy id='18335'] On Saturday, June 4, 2016 Voices of the Fatherless Child, The Milwaukee Times Weekly Newspaper, Pitts Funeral Home, The Milwaukee Community Journal, Attorney at Law Emile Banks, and Mario Dickens Printing hosted a concert featuring national recording artist, Milwaukee's own Jacob Latimore. The concert was held at the MATC Cooley Auditorium in … [Read more...] about 100 White Dresses hosts fundraising concert with Milwaukee’s own Jacob Latimore
Pauline Redmond Coggs Foundation, Inc. presents 2016 Scholarship Celebration
On Saturday, June 4, 2016 the Pauline Redmond Coggs Foundation, Inc. (PRC)presented their 2016 Scholarship Celebration at the Holiday Inn Riverfront Hotel, 4700 N. Port Washington Road. The foundation, which was established in 1999, this year distributed more than $40,000 in scholarships to 13 young ladies from the Milwaukee community, with an additional $5000 earmarked for … [Read more...] about Pauline Redmond Coggs Foundation, Inc. presents 2016 Scholarship Celebration
The Roselette Dancers celebrate 25 years
On Thursday, March 26, 2016 the legendary Roselette Dancers celebrated their 25th anniversary at the Clinton and Bernice Rose Center. The Roselette Dancers were formed in 1991 by Fannie Dunlap and 20 other women ages 50+ who were enjoying the facilities at the Clinton & Bernice Rose Senior Center, 3045 N. Dr. Martin Luther King Dr. All that the women wanted to do was … [Read more...] about The Roselette Dancers celebrate 25 years
Rep. Bowen to host Emergency Public Forum on Juvenile Corrections Reform
MILWAUKEE – Next week, Rep. David Bowen (D-Milwaukee) will host an emergency public forum on the juvenile corrections crisis facing Wisconsin. The meeting will take place on Wednesday, June 1 at 3:30 p.m. at BEAM Academy, 3620 N 18th Street in Milwaukee's highest incarcerated zip code. Partnering in this important event will be Reggie Moore, Executive Director of the … [Read more...] about Rep. Bowen to host Emergency Public Forum on Juvenile Corrections Reform
the 31st Annual Black & White Ball on Saturday, June 11
Contacts: Vivian King, 414-899-3027 Michelle Crockett, 414-510-8323 Milwaukee Urban League to Host 31st Annual Black & White Ball, Featuring National Recording Artists Tony Toni Tone’ Once Upon a Time Theme Highlights League History and Special Rolex Auction Item Milwaukee, May 20, 2016 - The Milwaukee Urban League (MUL) is … [Read more...] about the 31st Annual Black & White Ball on Saturday, June 11