On Thursday, June 28, 2018, the Milwaukee Public Schools Board of Directors presented recently deceased Milwaukee Times founder and publisher Nathan Conyers (inset) with the Excellence in Education Award at its regular monthly board meeting. Mr. Conyers was commended for his decades of service to the journalism profession and to the community at-large, as well as his support of … [Read more...] about MPS Board honors late Milwaukee Times Founder Nathan Conyers
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African American Breastfeeding Network celebrates 10th Anniversary
On Saturday, June 23, 2018, The African American Breastfeeding Network (AABN), along with 15 sponsoring organizations and more than 100 guests, joined together at the Wisconsin African American Women's Center, 3020 West Vliet St., to commemorate 10 years of service to the community. Formed in 2008, the organization was founded by concerned community residents due to disparities … [Read more...] about African American Breastfeeding Network celebrates 10th Anniversary
Actor Danny Glover helps celebrate the 30th anniversary of America’s Black Holocaust Museum
On Monday, June 18, 2018, America's Black Holocaust Museum celebrated the 30th anniversary of the opening of the original ABHM. This occasion was marked with the opening of the new museum space for the ABHM as well as The Griot apartment complex located at 401 W. North Avenue. While the new museum will not be fully completed and open to the public until the fall, the space … [Read more...] about Actor Danny Glover helps celebrate the 30th anniversary of America’s Black Holocaust Museum
Untied Healthcare and Housing Authority host ‘Baby Box Community Baby Shower’
On Saturday, June 9, 2018, the Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee (HACM), United Healthcare, and Baby Box, Co. presented the "Baby Box Community Baby Shower," at the Cherry Court Apartments, 1525 N. 24th Street. The event featured workshops on safe sleeping, car seat safety, baby care, parenting, and breastfeeding. There were also opportunities for raffles, games, and … [Read more...] about Untied Healthcare and Housing Authority host ‘Baby Box Community Baby Shower’
Milwaukee Urban League hosts ’33rd Annual Black & White Ball’
On Saturday, June 2, 2018, The Milwaukee Urban League hosted its 33rd Annual Black & White Ball at The Wisconsin Center, 400 W. Wisconsin Ave. This year's theme "Journey to 100," marked a year long celebration to the 100th anniversary of the MUL next year. Started in 1985, the Black & White Ball's goal is to promote diversity and celebrate the "coming together" of … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Urban League hosts ’33rd Annual Black & White Ball’
MTEC hosts ‘Achieve The Dream’ fundraiser and luncheon
On Friday, April 27, 2017 the Milwaukee Teacher Education Center (MTEC) hosted their annual "Achieve The Dream" fundraiser and luncheon at the Iron Horse Hotel, 500 West Florida Street. The event was emceed by TMJ4 News sports reporter Rob Burks and featured an interview with retired Green Bay Packer LeRoy Butler. MTEC is a not-for-profit, teacher certification and professional … [Read more...] about MTEC hosts ‘Achieve The Dream’ fundraiser and luncheon
WAAW Center hosts 22nd Annual Face of Home Hat Luncheon
On Saturday, May 19, 2018, The Wisconsin African American Women, Ltd., hosted the 22nd Annual Face of Hope Hat Luncheon at the Wisconsin African American Women's Center, 3020 West Vliet Street. Twenty-four community leaders were honored for their dedicated service and civic involvement. More than 200 people attired in stylish head crowns attended the annual event. The 2018 … [Read more...] about WAAW Center hosts 22nd Annual Face of Home Hat Luncheon
Milwaukee Health Services, Inc. hosts Luau Lullaby Community Baby Shower
On Saturday, May 12, 2018, Milwaukee Health Services, Inc. (MHSI) along with Molina Healthcare hosted the "Luau Lullaby Community Baby Shower"at the MLK Heritage Health Center, 2555 N. MLK Dr., in recognition of Mother's Day. Participants had the opportunity to attend educational sessions, and meet with community- based health and social service agencies, physicians, … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Health Services, Inc. hosts Luau Lullaby Community Baby Shower
Visitation services held for Times founder Nathan Conyers
More than 500 people said goodbye to Nathan Conyers, one of three founders of The Milwaukee Times Weekly Newspaper Printing & Publishing Co., during a four-hour visitation at St. Mark A.M.E. Church on Sunday May 6, 2018. Mr. Conyers died on April 27, 2018 after a long illness. Conyers was a familiar face and voice in the Milwaukee community for more than 30 years, … [Read more...] about Visitation services held for Times founder Nathan Conyers
Funeral services held for civil right activist and judge Vel R. Phillips
Hundreds gathered at Milwaukee's oldest African American church, St. Mark African Methodist Episcopal Church, on Saturday, May 5, 2018, to celebrate the life of Vel Phillips, the pioneering civil rights leader who smashed racial and gender barriers as a lawyer, city council woman and Wisconsin secretary of state. "These pinnacles were not what made Vel's story Vel's story," … [Read more...] about Funeral services held for civil right activist and judge Vel R. Phillips