On Thursday, October 31, 2019, The America's Black Holocaust Museum (ABHM) Board of Directors hosted its first official luncheon since the reopening of the museum earlier this fall at 401 West North Ave. As part of the Milwaukee Film Festival Black Lens, African Black Holocaust Museum was the community sponsor of Jacqueline Olive’s film “Always in Season.” To celebrate this … [Read more...] about America’s Black Holocaust Museum board hosts luncheon for film maker
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Top Ladies Of Distinction, Inc. hosts Top Teens of America induction ceremony
On Saturday, November 9, 2019, the Top Ladies of Distinction, Inc. (TLOD) Milwaukee Chapter presented the induction ceremony of their 2019 Top Teens of America (TTA) at St. Mark African Methodist Episcopal Church, 1616 W. Atkinson Ave. Top Teens of America (TTA) provides all teens, regardless of their ethnic or socio-economic status, the opportunity to receive extracurricular … [Read more...] about Top Ladies Of Distinction, Inc. hosts Top Teens of America induction ceremony
Eta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. hosts Walk in the Spirit Recognition Luncheon
On Saturday, October 26, 2019, the Eta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Alpha Pi Chapter of Milwaukee, WI hosted their twelfth Annual Walk in the Spirit Recognition Luncheon at the Radisson Hotel Milwaukee West, 2303 N. Mayfair Rd., honoring "Outstanding Men Who Walk in the Spirit." The "Walk in the Spirit Luncheon" honors men who work tirelessly and modestly serving others. This event … [Read more...] about Eta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. hosts Walk in the Spirit Recognition Luncheon
Zion Hill MBC hosts 2nd Annual Veterans Day Recognition Luncheon
On Sunday, November 10, 2019, Zion Hill Missionary Baptist Church hosted their 2nd Annual Veterans Day Recognition Luncheon at the church, 1825 W. Hampton Ave. The luncheon was co-sponsored by the American Legion Post 470 and the Men of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity. The keynote speaker for the event was Dr. Darrell Williams, Administrator of the Division of Emergency Management … [Read more...] about Zion Hill MBC hosts 2nd Annual Veterans Day Recognition Luncheon
Victory Temple Church and MLK Community Center hosts Cut & Tie Job and Health Fair
On Saturday, November 9, 2019, the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center hosted Cut & Tie Job and Health Fair, at the center located at 1531 W. Vliet St. The event was held for underprivileged men in the Milwaukee area and offered mock interviews, resume assistance, free hair cuts and shaves, free ties and housing resources, as well as health insurance information … [Read more...] about Victory Temple Church and MLK Community Center hosts Cut & Tie Job and Health Fair
Five-year-old drumming prodigy lands full band scholarship to Alcorn State, 13 years before his high school graduation
Nicole Jackson, 40 and a mother of three, is taking out loans to help put her 21-year-old daughter through college. But she won't have to do that for her 5-year-old. Jeremiah Travis started beating on ABC blocks as a baby and has been "beating on stuff" ever since, his mother said to the Mississippi Clarion Ledger, part of the USA TODAY Network. Now, the talented snare … [Read more...] about Five-year-old drumming prodigy lands full band scholarship to Alcorn State, 13 years before his high school graduation
The first African American mayor in the history of Montgomery takes office
Alabama's capital city, a hub of the civil rights movement decades ago, recently inaugurated its first African American mayor. Steven Reed was sworn in as Mayor of Montgomery in a ceremony Tuesday, November 12, 2019 at the Montgomery Performing Arts Center. Reed, a Montgomery County probate judge, won an October runoff to replace Mayor Todd Strange, who did not run for … [Read more...] about The first African American mayor in the history of Montgomery takes office
North Central Service Club 2019 Fall Fashion Show and Luncheon
On Sunday, November 10, 2019, the North Central Service Club, Inc. (NCSC) hosted their Annual Fall Fashion Show and Luncheon at the Four Points by Sheraton Milwaukee North, 8900 North Kildeer Court. The luncheon featured a silent auction and a fashion show, which showcased fashions provided by Gg Collections Boutique, 5201 West North Ave. and AJ Ugent Furs, 8333 W. Capitol … [Read more...] about North Central Service Club 2019 Fall Fashion Show and Luncheon
League of Martin hosts 2019 Annual League of Martin Ball: Masquerade Edition
On Saturday, November 9, 2019, the League of Martin hosted their 2019 Annual League of Martin Ball: Masquerade Edition at the Rave/Eagles Club, 2401 W. Wisconsin Ave. The event was MC'd by TMJ4 News Anchor Shannon Sims (left photo) with musical performances by award-winning DJ Tony Neal (right photo). The event was well attended and the League of Martin President Troy … [Read more...] about League of Martin hosts 2019 Annual League of Martin Ball: Masquerade Edition
Milwaukee Exposure and Explorer Project hosts 10th Annual Luncheon
On Sunday, September 8, 2019, the Milwaukee Exposure and Explorer Project (MEEP) hosted its "10th Annual Luncheon for Education" at the Four Points Sheraton, 8900 N. Kildeer Court. Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge Milton Childs, Sr., was keynote speaker for the event, which honored the volunteers who have helped MEEP expose Milwaukee Public School (MPS) students to a … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Exposure and Explorer Project hosts 10th Annual Luncheon