On Saturday, December 11, 2021 Milwaukee North Sunrise Rotary Club hosted its fourth annual Christmas with Dignity Service Project. Christmas with Dignity was designed as a social enterprise and community development project that places deeply discounted prices on brand named toys, clothing and books, making purchases affordable for lower income families. Partnering this year … [Read more...] about Milwaukee North Sunrise Rotary Club holds its fourth annual Christmas with Dignity Service Project
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The Links, Incorporated unveil PoSITivity Bench
On Thursday, December 9, 2021, The Cream City (WI) Chapter of the Links, Incorporated continued their partnership with Siefert Elementary School, 1547 N. 14th Street, by unveiling the Links "PoSITivity Bench." The bench is a safe place where Siefert students can come to seek safety and alert staff that the student needs a positive and friendly face to talk to or just see. … [Read more...] about The Links, Incorporated unveil PoSITivity Bench
Carver Academy to rename library in honor of educator Joyce A. Hall
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
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