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
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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
Greater Galilee Missionary Baptist Church celebrates its 99th Church Anniversary
On Sunday, April 28, 2019, Greater Galilee Missionary Baptist Church celebrated their 99th year church anniversary at their church, 2432 North Teutonia Ave. The theme for the celebration was "Living Faithful & Grateful in Jesus' Nail Scarred Hands." The guest speaker for the celebration was Rev. Dr. Samuel C. Jones. Pictured (from left) are Rev. Dr. Samuel C. Jones of … [Read more...] about Greater Galilee Missionary Baptist Church celebrates its 99th Church Anniversary
Milwaukee Bucks lead Toronto Raptors 2 to 1
On Wednesday, May 15, 2019 the Milwaukee Bucks beat the Toronto Raptors 108 - 100 at home, they came out with the same determination Game 2, winning 125 - 103. The Bucks went into Toronto on Sunday and lost to the Raptors 112 - 118. The Bucks play game four on Tuesday, May 21, 2019 in Toronto, in the series the Bucks now lead 2 to 1. Go Bucks Go! … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Bucks lead Toronto Raptors 2 to 1
NBA legends visit local legendary eatery Mr. Perkins Family Restaurant
On Saturday, May 18, 2019, the staff of Mr. Perkins Family Restaurant received a very sweet surprise for the restaurant's 50th Anniversary when NBA legends Shaquille O’Neal and Charles Barkley, along with sportscaster Ernie Johnson, stopped by for lunch while in town to watch the Milwaukee Bucks play the Toronto Raptors. Pictured are (from left) Turner Sports and CBS Sports … [Read more...] about NBA legends visit local legendary eatery Mr. Perkins Family Restaurant
WI First Jurisdiction C.O.G.I.C. Department of Women hosts Annual Women’s Conference
On Wednesday, May 8 through Friday, May 10, 2019, the Wisconsin First Jurisdiction Church of God In Christ Department of Women hosted their annual Women's Conference at Holy Redeemer C.O.G.I.C., 3500 W. Mother Daniels Way. On Thursday, May 9, 2019 was the recognition of the 2019 Ecumenical Honorees; among the many was Minister Peaches Reynolds (pictured above) who was … [Read more...] about WI First Jurisdiction C.O.G.I.C. Department of Women hosts Annual Women’s Conference
‘He grew up on it’: Jeremy Jeffress’ food truck, ‘Bread & Butter’ opens May 5 outside Miller Park
Pitchers, in general, don’t want to serve anything up when they’re on the mound, but one Milwaukee Brewers hurler will soon serve up something he hopes you’ll find delicious. Jeremy Jeffress’ bread and butter usually arrives late in games, when the Brewers are hungry for a win. “Brand new truck just arrived. The guy right there, brought to you by Jeremy Jeffress,” said … [Read more...] about ‘He grew up on it’: Jeremy Jeffress’ food truck, ‘Bread & Butter’ opens May 5 outside Miller Park