On Friday, November 23, 2018 the Christian Business and Professional Alliance hosted its 38th Annual Débutante Cotillion at the downtown Milwaukee Hilton Grand Ballroom. Six young women from the Milwaukee area were presented. The Christian Business and Professional Alliance is group of individuals committed to improving the quality of life for young citizens of our community. … [Read more...] about Christian Business & Professional Alliance hosts 38th Annual Débutante Cotillion
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Holiday Lights Festival kicks off 20 seasons of lights and sights
On Thursday, November 15, 2018, Milwaukee Downtown BID #21 hosted Milwaukee's Annual Holiday Lights Kick-Off Extravaganza to light up downtown's parks and streets for the 20th season during its switch-flipping ceremony at Pere Marquette Park. Performers in the Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival Kick-Off Extravaganza included: Platinum, Prismatic Flame, Milwaukee Youth … [Read more...] about Holiday Lights Festival kicks off 20 seasons of lights and sights
North Central Service Club hosts 2019 Annual Luncheon and Fashion Show
On Sunday, November 11, 2018, the North Central Service Club presented their Annual Luncheon and Fashion Show at the Radisson Hotel Milwaukee West, 2303 North Mayfair Rd. The luncheon featured a silent auction and a fashion show, which showcased fashions provided by Gg Collections Boutique, 5201 West North Ave. The show was MC'ed by Gloria Miller (top right photo, … [Read more...] about North Central Service Club hosts 2019 Annual Luncheon and Fashion Show
Changing of the guard during Wisconsin mid-term elections
An eight-year reign of Republican dominance and political muscle in Wisconsin came to an end Tuesday, November 6, 2018, when Democrat Tony Evers defeated Republican Gov. Scott Walker, the central figure in Wisconsin politics for more than a decade. And his running mate, former state Rep. Mandela Barnes, will become the state's first African American lieutenant governor when the … [Read more...] about Changing of the guard during Wisconsin mid-term elections
Milwaukee Times founder Nathan Conyers inducted into the MPC ‘2018 Media Hall of Fame’
On Friday, October 26, 2018, The Milwaukee Press Club hosted its annual Media Hall of Fame induction ceremony at the Potawatomi Hotel & Casino, 1721 West Canal St. Among those honored this year was Milwaukee Times founder, the late Nathan Conyers (inset). Conyers was selected for induction based on his long and great career in journalism and his reputation … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Times founder Nathan Conyers inducted into the MPC ‘2018 Media Hall of Fame’
Bader Philanthropies celebrates grand opening of new global headquarters
On Monday, October 22, 2018, Bader Philanthropies, one of Milwaukee’s largest foundations, celebrated the grand opening ribbon cutting of their brand new global headquarters in Milwaukee, at 3300 N. Dr. Martin Luther King, Drive. Rather than build a new skyscraper downtown, Bader Philanthropies opted to restore a historic building right in the 6th district, in the center of the … [Read more...] about Bader Philanthropies celebrates grand opening of new global headquarters
Black Health Coalition celebrates 30 years of building a healthy community
On Thursday, October 11, 2018, The Black Health Coalition of Wisconsin (BHCW) celebrated their 30th Anniversary at the Wisconsin Black Historical Society, 2620 W. Center St. The story of the BHCW started in 1984 when a small group of colleagues began meeting on a regular basis to discuss solutions to lack of quality health care that was available to the community. Among those … [Read more...] about Black Health Coalition celebrates 30 years of building a healthy community
Milwaukee Urban League hosts an ‘On the Table’ discussion on education
As part of the Greater Milwaukee Foundation's citywide "On the Table" event, The Milwaukee Urban League (MUL) hosted their table topic, "Education Emergence: Action, Not Excuses!" on Tuesday, October 9, 2018 at the Milwaukee Urban League offices, 435 West North Ave. The event was moderated by Marquette University Institute for the Transformation of Learning Founder and … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Urban League hosts an ‘On the Table’ discussion on education
Majestic Community Choir celebrates 40th Anniversary
On Sunday, September 30, 2018, the Majestic Community Choir celebrated its 40th Anniversary at Mason Temple Church, 6098 N. 35th Street. The Majestics celebrated with a huge concert with many special guests and speakers, including Way of the Cross pastor Rev. Kurt Boyd (upper photo, left). During the anniversary concert celebration, Majestics founder and director Joe V. … [Read more...] about Majestic Community Choir celebrates 40th Anniversary
MHSI hosts ‘Laughter for the Soul Three’
On Sunday, September 23, 2018, Milwaukee Health Services, Inc. (MHSI) hosted "Laughter for the Soul Three," comedy event at the Marquette University Varsity Theater. The event marked the 29th anniversary of MHSI and is also a fundraiser for MHSI to support a variety of their health programs that help underserved neighborhoods. This year's performers were Fox6's Rob Haswell, … [Read more...] about MHSI hosts ‘Laughter for the Soul Three’