On Saturday, September 21, 2019, The Wisconsin General Baptist State Laymen hosted their Annual Senior Deacons Recognition Gala at the Hampton Inn & Suites, 8201 West Greenfield Ave. The keynote speaker was Reverend Joseph Alexander. This year the laymen honored eleven local pastors including Rev. Dr. Mary Jean Lewis-Jiles, Rev. Dr. Ellis Wilkins, Rev. B.L. Cleveland, … [Read more...] about Wisconsin General Baptist State Laymen honor the work of Senior Deacons
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SDC hosts Women in Trades Lunch and Learn
On Thursday, September 26, 2019, the Social Development Commission (SDC) hosted a Lunch and Learn for Women in Trades, at their facility on 1730 W. North Ave. This women-only session was focused on women looking to start or to further their careers in the construction industry, and for more information on training opportunities. Presenters at the event included SDC Workforce … [Read more...] about SDC hosts Women in Trades Lunch and Learn
MHSI’s Laughter 4 the Soul was for more than just laughs
On Saturday, September 21, 2019, Milwaukee Health Services, Inc. (MHSI) hosted "Laughter 4 the Soul," a comedy event at the Riverside Theater. The event marked the 30th anniversary of MHSI and is also a fundraiser for MHSI to support a variety of their health programs that help underserved neighborhoods. Prior to the start of the event MHSI hosted a health fair featuring their … [Read more...] about MHSI’s Laughter 4 the Soul was for more than just laughs
Medical Mission at Home in Milwaukee: A day of free healthcare
On Saturday, September 14, 2019, Ascension Wisconsin hosted its first ever "Medical Mission at Home," at North Division High School, 1011 West Center St. The term "medical mission" often refers to volunteer caregivers who travel to other countries to provide medical services. The Ascension Wisconsin Medical Mission at Home does the same thing for neighbors in need, right here … [Read more...] about Medical Mission at Home in Milwaukee: A day of free healthcare
Milwaukee Urban League and the Medical College of Wisconsin hosts 100 Doctors event
On Thursday, September 5, 2019, The Milwaukee Urban League (MUL) hosted medical professionals, physicians and health educators from the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) at a special reception at Milwaukee Medical College, 8701 W. Watertown Plank Rd. This event was part of the Milwaukee Urban League's celebration of its 100th anniversary. The event was co-hosted by (front … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Urban League and the Medical College of Wisconsin hosts 100 Doctors event
Milwaukee North Sunrise Rotary Club welcomes MPS students back to school
On Tuesday, September 3, 2019, The Milwaukee North Sunrise Rotary Club (MNSRC) welcomed students back to school at two separate Milwaukee Public School locations – Brown Street Academy, 2029 North 20th St. and Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Elementary School, 3275 North 3rd St. Club members welcomed students to the first day of the 2019-20 school year with "highfives;" welcomed … [Read more...] about Milwaukee North Sunrise Rotary Club welcomes MPS students back to school
‘Stronger Together,’ YMCA hosts 38th Achievers and Scholarship Breakfast
On Wednesday August 21, 2019, The YMCA of Metropolitan Milwaukee Achievers program hosted its 38th Annual Achievers and Scholarship Breakfast at the Italian Conference Center, 631 East Chicago St. The theme of this year’s breakfast was "Stronger Together." This event provides the Y an opportunity to celebrate more than three decades of service to the Milwaukee community, and … [Read more...] about ‘Stronger Together,’ YMCA hosts 38th Achievers and Scholarship Breakfast
Mt. Zion MBC celebrates milestone 100th anniversary
On Sunday, August 18, 2019, Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church celebrated its 100th Anniversary, 1919-2019, at the church, 2207 North 2nd Street. On the first day in May, 1919, a group of divinely inspired God's people gathered to form what would become known as Mount Zion MBC. Later the site of Mt. Zion on Galena Street, between North 7th and 8th Streets, was the first … [Read more...] about Mt. Zion MBC celebrates milestone 100th anniversary
Potawatomi Hotel and Casino expands with new hotel tower
On Thursday, August 8, 2019, Potawatomi Hotel & Casino unveiled its newest expansion project, a new hotel tower, during a ribbon cutting ceremony at 1721 W. Canal St. The hotel tower will add 119 rooms and suites to the property. “We are thrilled to showcase this new hotel tower and provide new amenities to our wonderful guests and the Milwaukee community,” said … [Read more...] about Potawatomi Hotel and Casino expands with new hotel tower
Milwaukee celebrates African American art and culture at 2019 Black Arts Fest MKE
On Saturday, August 3, 2019, the Black Arts Fest MKE was host to the "2nd Annual Black Arts Fest 2019," at the Henry Maier Festival Park. The festival celebrated African American culture and though art, music, dance, and food. There were a number of vendors selling art, and African inspired clothing and jewelery. Among the many performers were headliners vocalist Bettye … [Read more...] about Milwaukee celebrates African American art and culture at 2019 Black Arts Fest MKE