Five Star Empire & Streetbullies Present DaBaby w/Polo G • Lingo Nation • Casino Mel Thursday, August 1 7 p.m. Doors • 8 p.m. Show The Riverside Theater 116 W. Wisconsin Ave. DaBaby released his debut mixtape “NonFiction” under the name “Baby Jesus” in January of 2015. This release acquired over 10,000 streams in the first 48 hours with no promotion outside … [Read more...] about What’s Happening in Milwaukee
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Corinne Bailey Rae with special guest Hailey Knox Friday, July 26 7 p.m. Doors • 8 p.m. Show Turner Hall Ballroom 1040 Vel R. Phillips Ave. From Leeds, England, singer/songwriter/musician Corinne Bailey Rae shot to stardom with her self-titled #1 UK debut album in 2006, featuring the global hits “Put Your Records On” and “Like A Star.” Bailey Rae has received two GRAMMY … [Read more...] about What’s Happening in Milwaukee
The Chicago Defender moves to a digital-only publishing model
The Chicago Defender, a 114-year-old, weekly newspaper devoted to news and information about African Americans in the Chicago area, announced publication of its final print edition on Wednesday, July 10, 2019. “This is not a sad day, it’s an exciting times,” Hiram E. Jackson, chief executive officer of Real Times Media said as reported by Black Press USA. “We have several … [Read more...] about The Chicago Defender moves to a digital-only publishing model
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Ron Funches Merriment Marauder Tour + special guests Blair Socci & Gabe Dinger Sunday, July 14 7 p.m. Doors • 8 p.m. Show Turner Hall Ballroom 1040 Vel R. Phillips Ave. Ron Funches is a triple threat. He is an excellent stand up comedian, actor and writer. Ron has built an impressive acting resume. Whether it’s lending his voice to projects like Trolls, Bob’s … [Read more...] about What’s Happening in Milwaukee
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Jill Scott Thursday, July 11 7 p.m. Doors • 8 p.m. Show The Riverside Theater 116 W. Wisconsin Ave. A mature R&B vocalist, Grammy award-winning singer-songwriter Jill Scott excels with slower sensual songs but is versatile enough to pack plenty of punch with anthems of pride and self-empowerment. Jill brings her humor, sensuality and bold voice to the … [Read more...] about What’s Happening in Milwaukee
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Summerfest 2019 June 26 - 30 & Jul 2-7, 2019 Henry Maier Festival Park, Milwaukee, WI Presented by American Family Insurance hosts over 800 bands and singers, plus food and family activities. General admission $23 Jill Scott Thursday, July 11 7 p.m. Doors • 8 p.m. Show The Riverside Theater 116 W. Wisconsin Ave. A mature R&B vocalist, Grammy … [Read more...] about What’s Happening in Milwaukee
Local actor has special screening of new movie for family and friends
On Monday, June 10, 2019, Shiloh Tabernacle United Holy Church of America, Inc., hosted a special showing the new movie, "Play The Flute," at the Landmark Downer Theater, 2589 N. Downer Ave. The reason for the special showing was former church member, Ken Ivy, is making his major motion picture debut in the film. "Play the Flute" is about a youth pastor who tries to motivate … [Read more...] about Local actor has special screening of new movie for family and friends
Wisconsin State Fair offers family fun and savings
Each year for 168 years, the Wisconsin State Fair has welcomed a diverse group of visitors to celebrate summer fun and Wisconsin’s rich agricultural heritage. The fair will be held this year from August 1-11, 2019, with family affordability foremost among the many attractions. Through June 30, 2019, admission tickets will be on sale for $8 at the Fair Park ticket office, and … [Read more...] about Wisconsin State Fair offers family fun and savings
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Music The Mixtape Tour Featuring: New Kids on the Block, Tiffany, Salt-N-Pepa, Debbie Gibson, & Naughty by Nature Wed, June 12 • 7:30 PM Fiserv Forum 1111 Vel R. Phillips Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53203 It's a blast from the past when your favorite music groups and singers from the 80's & 90's preform their greatest hits live on one stage. Ticket Purchase is … [Read more...] about What’s Happening In Milwaukee
Mrs. Ethel Lee Ivory celebrates 95th Birthday
By: Veronica Owens Have you ever been in awe of an elder that you just met, even though you felt that you knew them for a very long time? Well, with this one lady, I had this same encounter and what a pleasure it was to meet her. Mrs. Ethel Lee Ivory was born in Corinth, Mississippi, to parents Lenon and Ester Spence. She has 11 siblings and she is the second eldest … [Read more...] about Mrs. Ethel Lee Ivory celebrates 95th Birthday