On Saturday, February 29, 2020, Wisconsin Memorial Park hosted their 2nd Annual Black History Month program coordinated by Michelle Russell-Hoppert (pictured, third from left), Family Service Counselor for Wisconsin Memorial Park. She is pictured with Reverend McCrory of St. Luke Emmanuel, members of the St. Luke Emmanuel Church Choir, Kingdom Kidz Care Academy, Brooklyn … [Read more...] about Wisconsin Memorial Park hosts 2nd Annual Black History Month program
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Communities making a difference – a town hall meeting
The Milwaukee Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., is hosting the "Communities Making a Difference" Town Hall Meeting on Saturday, March 14, 2020 at North Division High School, 1011 W. Center St., from 10:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. This free and open event will feature a panel discussion with local and state elected officials as well as local service agencies. There … [Read more...] about Communities making a difference – a town hall meeting
Milwaukee Recreation hosts 17th Annual Father/Daughter Dance
On Saturday, February 15, 2020, Milwaukee Recreation, Milwaukee Fatherhood Initiative, and The Social Development Commission hosted the 17th Annual Daddy/ Daughter Dance at North Division High School, 1011 W. Center St. This year's dance hosted more than 1,000 fathers with their daughters, dressed in their best attire. The evening began with a dinner, followed by the dance … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Recreation hosts 17th Annual Father/Daughter Dance
Milwaukee Urban League Guild share the love of reading with Auer Ave. students
On Friday, February 14, 2020, The Milwaukee Urban League (MUL) and the Milwaukee Urban League Guild (MULG) launched a brand new community services initiative called, "If You Love Me, Let Me Read to You!" The program was spearheaded by MUL President and CEO Dr. Eve M. Hall (center), and launched at Auer Avenue School, 2319 W. Auer Ave., with the help of Auer Ave. school … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Urban League Guild share the love of reading with Auer Ave. students
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. hosts ‘Pink Goes Red for Heart Health’
On Friday, February 7, 2020, the women of Alpha Kappa Alpha (AKA) Sorority Inc./Upsilon Mu Omega Chapter honored national "Wear Red Day" and kept their hearts healthy by hosting an evening of line dancing, "Pink Goes Red for Heart Health." Members of the sorority and the community got their heart rates up in an effort to live healthy life styles. This event was free and open … [Read more...] about Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. hosts ‘Pink Goes Red for Heart Health’
White House budget proposal cuts $8.6 billion from HUD
Programs serving low-and-moderate income consumers to end or suffer severe cuts By Charlene Crowell Once again, the White House Budget Proposal slashes funding and programs that many low-and moderate-income consumers rely upon. From higher education to a repeated attack to deny the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau its full funding and financial independence … [Read more...] about White House budget proposal cuts $8.6 billion from HUD
Election results: Wisconsin spring primary election
On Tuesday, February 18, 2020 Wisconsinites headed to the polls to vote in the spring primary. The top two winners in this primary will face of in the general election on April 7, 2020. City of Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett (I) 33,151-50% Lena Taylor-20,347-31% Milwaukee County Executive Chris Larson 42,154- 37% David Crowley 39,756-34% Milwaukee County Circuit … [Read more...] about Election results: Wisconsin spring primary election
Black Lens presents ‘Black Women Behind the Lens’ panel
On Saturday, February 8, 2020, Milwaukee Film's Black Lens celebrated Black History Month with an all-female panel discussion at Nō Studios, 1037 West McKinley Ave. This year's Black History celebration focuses on the unique voice of women of color, both behind the camera and in front of it. The panel discussion featured four national, up-and--coming, Black female directors for … [Read more...] about Black Lens presents ‘Black Women Behind the Lens’ panel
Clement J. Zablocki VA Center hosts ’21st Annual Salute to the African American Veteran’
On Friday, February 7, 2020, the Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center hosted its "21st Annual Salute to the African American Veteran," at the Medical Center, 5000 W. National Ave. The recognition ceremony was part of the center's Black History month program. This year's theme was, " Trials and Triumphs: Balancing the Journey from Soldier to Citizen in an Uneven World." This … [Read more...] about Clement J. Zablocki VA Center hosts ’21st Annual Salute to the African American Veteran’
Milwaukee Urban League and Wisconsin Office of State Treasurer presents “What Does Retirement Security Mean to You?”
On Wednesday, January 29, 2020, the Milwaukee Urban League, the Wisconsin Office of State Treasurer, and member of Governor Evers Retirement Security Task Force hosted a listening session to hear from Wisconsinites on the challenges they face adequately saving for retirement and also addressing the retirement crisis in Wisconsin. The panel was held at the Milwaukee Urban League … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Urban League and Wisconsin Office of State Treasurer presents “What Does Retirement Security Mean to You?”