On Friday, December 10, 2021, Milwaukee Public Schools' (MPS) George Washington Carver Academy, 1900 N. 1st St.,hosted a formal ceremony to dedicate their library to Joyce A. Hall. The longtime teacher and volunteer is believed to have served at least 2,000 MPS students. Hall, 90, began working for MPS in 1955 and retired after 36 years. She served as a full-time reading … [Read more...] about Carver Academy to rename library in honor of educator Joyce A. Hall
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Bestowing of the Kente ceremony celebrates Black student graduates
Alverno College’s annual Bestowing of the Kente is one of the oldest ceremonies of its kind in Wisconsin. The rite of passage recognizes Black students who are graduating seniors, earning a master’s degree, or completing a certification program. Each honoree is presented with a Kente cloth – a hand-woven ceremonial stole featuring bright colors that honor West African heritage. … [Read more...] about Bestowing of the Kente ceremony celebrates Black student graduates
National Black Business Chamber champion Harry C. Alford dies
Leader and President/ CEO and Co-Founder of the National Black Chamber of Commerce (NBCC), Harry C. Alford, transitioned Monday, December 6, 2021, in Washington, DC. He was preceded in death five months ago by his wife, Kay DeBow, Vice President and Co-Founder of the National Black Chamber. In 1993, Harry C. Alfred moved the newly established National Black Chamber of … [Read more...] about National Black Business Chamber champion Harry C. Alford dies
Pauline Redmond Coggs Foundation hosts 47th Debutante Cotillion Virtually
On November 27, 2021, the Pauline Redmond Coggs Foundation hosted the "47th Debutante Cotillion" virtually. Typically the foundation would host more than 500 guests at Milwaukee's Pfister Hotel. This year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the tradition carried on virtually with eight debutantes introduced to society collectively as "The IN Crowd: INtelligent, INspirational, … [Read more...] about Pauline Redmond Coggs Foundation hosts 47th Debutante Cotillion Virtually
Milwaukee Fire Department Administration Building dedicated to local architect Alonzo Robinson
On November 30, 2021, The City of Milwaukee hosted a dedication of the Milwaukee Fire Department Administration Building at 711 W. Wells Street, in honor of its architect Alonzo Robinson, Jr. (center). Alonzo was the first African American architect licensed by the state of Wisconsin and the city of Milwaukee's first Black registered municipal architect. His career was marked … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Fire Department Administration Building dedicated to local architect Alonzo Robinson
WI Funeral Directors and Morticians Association hosts ‘A Parade of Hearses Against Violence’
On Sunday, November 28, 2021, the Wisconsin Funeral Directors and Morticians Association (WFD&MA) hosted "A Parade of Hearses Against Violence," at Holy Redeemer Institutional Church of God in Christ, 3500 W. Mother Danlies Way. The event was to show solidarity among the African American funeral directors and take a stand against violence. As funeral directors and … [Read more...] about WI Funeral Directors and Morticians Association hosts ‘A Parade of Hearses Against Violence’
Milwaukee Press Club celebrates its 136th anniversary with celebrity bartenders
On Thursday, December 2, 2021, The Milwaukee Press Club hosted its annual 'Meet the Media' event at the Newsroom Pub, 137 E. Wells Street. The annual event lets members of the public meet and share ideas and comments with members of the press. This year to celebrate the 136th anniversary of the Milwaukee Press Club the 'Meet the Media' event featured celebrity bartenders. Among … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Press Club celebrates its 136th anniversary with celebrity bartenders
Our Daily Bread founder, Lea Kyle-Lewis looks toward future
For the past 17 years, Lea Kyle-Lewis, founder and Chief Executive Officer of Our Daily Bread Community Outreach Center, Inc., has offered workshops, referrals and community assistance to youth and young adults who encounter disparities in housing, education and health care. “Being a product of the foster care system, I developed a strong interest in helping other young … [Read more...] about Our Daily Bread founder, Lea Kyle-Lewis looks toward future
Northcott Neighborhood House, Bader Philanthropies and Friends host ‘Tis the Season’ Thanksgiving event
On Friday, November 19, 2021, Northcott Neighborhood House (NNH), Bader Philanthropies and friends invited all to come and pick up their Thanksgiving dinner. Award winning Chef Lisa Kaye prepared 1,000 dinners for families of four, hence 4,000 meals. The menu included: baked chicken and southern cornbread dressing, macaroni and cheese, succulent green bean casserole, gravy, … [Read more...] about Northcott Neighborhood House, Bader Philanthropies and Friends host ‘Tis the Season’ Thanksgiving event
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield hosts Northside dinner giveaway events
Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wisconsin has teamed up with local businesses, faith based and community organizations in a COVID-19 campaign effort. The COVID-19 campaign provides access to COVID-19 and the flu vaccinations for the community in a comfortable environment. COVID-19 campaign also provides community members with healthy food from Miracle on 35th Street Food … [Read more...] about Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield hosts Northside dinner giveaway events