On Monday, January 18, 2021, The Milwaukee Urban League in partnership with the Light the Hoan Collective lit the Daniel Hoan Memorial Bridge in red, green and black from sunset to 2:00 a.m. in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. The bridge is used as a symbol of pride and unity for the city of Milwaukee and is located on Interstate 794 in downtown Milwaukee. Red and … [Read more...] about Urban League partnership lights Hoan Bridge to honor Dr. King
Dr Martin Luther King Jr Day
Why Dr. King’s ‘dream’ is important now more than ever
“Injustice Anywhere Is A Threat To Justice Everywhere.” - Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. On January 18, 2021 our nation will remember civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., with a day in his honor. It couldn't come at a better time, as this nation deals with extreme issues of racism, injustice against the Black community, and the fight against the rise of fascism … [Read more...] about Why Dr. King’s ‘dream’ is important now more than ever
YMCA marks 23rd Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Celebration Breakfast
On Monday, January 20, 2020, the YMCA of metro Milwaukee presented their 23rd Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Celebration Breakfast for the first time ever at the Potawatomi Hotel and Casino. There were more than 900 community leaders in attendance. As part of the celebration the three student 1st place winners from the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Essay Contest were also … [Read more...] about YMCA marks 23rd Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Celebration Breakfast