On Friday December 17, 2021, the MKE Fellows hosted a very special holiday luncheon at Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) downtown campus, 1015 N. 6th Street. As part of the holiday luncheon attendees were able to meet students old and new, as well as community partners who support the program while enjoying some delicious food. As part of the luncheon the fellows … [Read more...] about MKE Fellows host special annual holiday luncheon
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Salvation Army hosts 32nd Annual Christmas Family Feast
On Saturday, December 25, 2021, Christmas Day, the Salvation Army hosted its annual Christmas Family Feast at the Wisconsin Center, 400 W. Wisconsin Ave. Normally the Salvation Army would be serving a sit-down meal, with singers, gifts and Santa. However, due to the pandemic, dinner was curbside pick-up only. Everyone that arrived received a to-go Styrofoam box filled with … [Read more...] about Salvation Army hosts 32nd Annual Christmas Family Feast
Our Daily Bread hosts Christmas toys giveaway
Volunteers at Our Daily Bread and Ascension Ebenezer Resources Center stood ready to assist with a Christmas Toy Giveaway on December 18, 2021. Approximately 220 children aged 10 and under received a Christmas gift, had the opportunity to stock up on food staples, were read stories and had their pictures taken courtesy of Our Daily Bread Community Outreach Center, … [Read more...] about Our Daily Bread hosts Christmas toys giveaway
Milwaukee Urban League hosts Holiday Bazaar at Auer Avenue School
On Monday, December 20, 2021, the Milwaukee Urban League and Auer Avenue School hosted the annual Holiday Bazaar at the school, located at 2319 West Auer Ave. The Holdiay Bazaar provides Auer students the opportunity to shop for holiday presents as well as participate in a day of joy. Students purchased tickets and used them to "buy" gifts for friends and family. This event … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Urban League hosts Holiday Bazaar at Auer Avenue School
First Annul Winter Wonderland at Freight 38
On Sunday, December 19, 2021, Carmen A. Murguia (left photo, right) and Phantom Promotions' Sir Wayne Griffin (left photo, left) hosted the first annual "Winter Wonderland" event at Freight 38, 838 S. 1st Street. The holiday party was the first of its kind as the event catered to members of the LGBTQ+ community who were 40 and older, for socializing, dancing and networking … [Read more...] about First Annul Winter Wonderland at Freight 38
Free Admission to The Milwaukee Public Museum on January 6 – Kohl’s Thank You Thursdays
Visit the Museum for FREE the first Thursday of each month, thanks to support from Kohl's! LAST CHANCE to add on Voyage to the Deep to your visit for only $4 http://mpm.edu/ktyt What will you find? … [Read more...] about Free Admission to The Milwaukee Public Museum on January 6 – Kohl’s Thank You Thursdays
“Toni Stone” at The Milwaukee Rep on January 4 to 30 – Tickets Now on Sale
The incredible true story of the first woman to play professional baseball in the Negro Leagues! Buy Tickets Online Now at: https://www.milwaukeerep.com/shows/show/toni-stone/ … [Read more...] about “Toni Stone” at The Milwaukee Rep on January 4 to 30 – Tickets Now on Sale
88Nine Radio Milwaukee Diverse Disruptors Podcast Season Two Now Available
A podcast about leaders who found their own way to innovate and did so with inclusion and accessibility at the forefront. Season Two is Now Available! http://radiomilwaukee.org/disruptors … [Read more...] about 88Nine Radio Milwaukee Diverse Disruptors Podcast Season Two Now Available
HOAN Celebrates Kwanzaa
LIGHT THE HOAN! See the Hoan Bridge come to life as our community celebrates Kwanzaa on its First Day: Sunday, December 26th at 4:00 P.M., 642 East Erie Street. honoring the first principle of Kwanzaa, "UMOJA" which means to strive for and maintain unity in the family, community, nation, and race! The Lighting of the Hoan Bridge Kwanzaa Celebration is a collaboration with … [Read more...] about HOAN Celebrates Kwanzaa
Our volunteers are making a difference in Wisconsin – AARP Wisconsin
AARP Wisconsin is working to create a state where people can choose how they live as they age by advocating on issues like Social Security, family caregiving, financial security, internet access, prescription drug prices and more. … [Read more...] about Our volunteers are making a difference in Wisconsin – AARP Wisconsin