On Saturday, December 16, 2023, the Dr. Martin L. King, Jr., Community Center, located at 1531 W. Vliet St., held its annual "Breakfast with Santa." The center has held the event for the past 5 years and this year more than 300 children with their families participated. Every child in attendance received a toy from the secret "Santa Room," where only children were allowed. … [Read more...] about Dr. King Community Center hosts ‘Breakfast with Santa’
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Fall 2023 ‘Top Teens of America’ induction ceremoney
The Milwaukee Chapter of Top Ladies of Distinction (TLOD) held its Fall 2023 Top Teens of America (TTA) induction on Sunday, December 3, 2023 at St. Mark AME Church, 1616 W. Atkinson Ave. Twenty young men and women were inducted. including Francois Adelon, Madyson Atandare-Stewart, Kaleb Josiah Avery, Alexandria N. Baker, Omar Cherrington, Jr., Askya Chipley, Mariah A. Clarke, … [Read more...] about Fall 2023 ‘Top Teens of America’ induction ceremoney
Street renamed to honor Rev. Claude Edwards, Faith Temple COGIC founder
On Friday, November 17, 2023, the family of the late Rev. Claude Edwards hosted a celebration in honor of the late pastor and founder of Faith Temple Church of God in Christ. He passed away in 2020 at age 96. Rev. Edwards was a pillar in our community with unwavering dedication to Faith Temple Church, where he thrived for the betterment of the lives of his congregation and the … [Read more...] about Street renamed to honor Rev. Claude Edwards, Faith Temple COGIC founder
Milwaukee Health Services, Inc., hosts ’12th Annual Thanksgiving Dinner Giveaway’
In an effort to help feed those in need this Thanksgiving, Milwaukee Health Services, Inc. (MHSI), iCare, and North Shore Bank, provided nutritious groceries to Milwaukee residents on Friday, November 17, 2023 at Isaac Coggs Heritage Health Center, 8200 W. Silver Spring Dr. MHSI staff and volunteers handed out more than 2,000 dinners to families in need at this drive-up event. … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Health Services, Inc., hosts ’12th Annual Thanksgiving Dinner Giveaway’
Milwaukee starts holiday season with ‘Holiday Lights Kick-off’ extravaganza
Milwaukee's annual big start to the holidays season returned to downtown on Thursday, November 16, 2023, with the "Holiday Lights Kick-off" extravaganza at Pere Marquette Park. The grand event marks the start of the "25th Annual Festival of Lights." The event featured live performances from dancers, singers, and musicians from all around Milwaukee. The highlight was a visit … [Read more...] about Milwaukee starts holiday season with ‘Holiday Lights Kick-off’ extravaganza
Repairers of the Breach host annual meeting
The board of directors and staff of Repairers of the Breach, a homeless resource center, held its annual meeting on Friday, November 10, 2023, at Bader Philanthropies, Inc., headquarters, 3300 N. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Dr. November is Homeless Youth Awareness Month and the meeting’s guest speakers were State Representatives Kalan R. Haywood and Darrin B. Madison, who … [Read more...] about Repairers of the Breach host annual meeting
GMUL hosts ’38th Annual Black & White Ball’
On Saturday, November 4, 2023, more than 1,100 Milwaukee-area business and community leaders, including many area CEOs, came together to attend the Greater Milwaukee Urban League’s (GMUL) Black and White Ball, which featured a performance by Grammy-nominated R&B and jazz singer Patrice Rushen. The sold-out event was held at the Baird Center in downtown Milwaukee. … [Read more...] about GMUL hosts ’38th Annual Black & White Ball’
King Advisory Inc. hosts ’28th Annual Dr. Martin L. King, Jr.,Back to School Festival’
On Saturday, August 12, 2023, King Advisory Inc., Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Community Center, and Park and Milwaukee County Parks presented the “28th Annual Together Once Again: Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Back to School Festival," Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Park, 1531 W. Vliet Street. This family friendly event featured lots of free book bags, school supplies, hot dogs and burgers, … [Read more...] about King Advisory Inc. hosts ’28th Annual Dr. Martin L. King, Jr.,Back to School Festival’
UNCF hosts ‘2023 National Walk for Education’
On Saturday, August 12, 2023, the United Negro College Fund (UNCF) held its annual "National Walk for Education" at Veteran’s Park, 1010 N. Lincoln Memorial Dr. The "National Walk for Education" is a nationwide initiative to raise the critical funds for UNCF needs to fulfill its mission of support to its member Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU's); help … [Read more...] about UNCF hosts ‘2023 National Walk for Education’
Dr. William Finlayson Street honors Milwaukee doctor, city icon
Milwaukee leaders gathered to rename North 5th Street as Dr. William Finlayson Street on Tuesday, August 8, 2023. While streets are often renamed, the Bronzeville District name change highlighted an important player in the city's African American history. "Dr. Finlayson is among that group that we call the greatest in their generation," said former Milwaukee Acting … [Read more...] about Dr. William Finlayson Street honors Milwaukee doctor, city icon