Northcott Neighborhood House Senior Club celebrated a combined event marking both Mother’s and Father’s Day along with Keith Vessel of Gee’s Clippers on Thursday, May 18, 2023. Northcott Neighborhood House Executive Director Tony A. Kearney, Sr., said it best. “Of all the special joys in life. The big and small ones are the joys of a mother's and father's love.” The … [Read more...] about Northcott Neighborhood House hosts Senior Club’s joint Mother’s and Father’s Day celebration
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Gee’s MKE Clinic hosts annual ‘Holiday Toy and Food Drive’
On Saturday, December 17, 2022, Gee's MKE Wellness Clinic hosted their annual "Gee's Holiday Food and Toy Drive," which was a huge success. Gee's along with Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wisconsin were able to provide toys, food, and resources to more than 200 families. The event was sponsored by Gee’s MKE Wellness Clinic, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of WI, and Our Daily … [Read more...] about Gee’s MKE Clinic hosts annual ‘Holiday Toy and Food Drive’
Gee’s Clippers hosts ‘Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway’
On Saturday, November 19, 2022, Gee's Clippers Barber and Beauty Salon, 2200 N. Dr. Martin Luther King Dr., hosted "Gee’s MKE Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway," which was a huge success! Gee's was able to feed 200 families and provide them with a turkey and gift card. There was also free Flu and COVID-19 vaccines, blood pressure checks, hair cut vouchers and resource tables with … [Read more...] about Gee’s Clippers hosts ‘Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway’
Milwaukee Fatherhood Initiative presents ‘Real Men, Real Talk’
On Thursday, March 21, 2022, Milwaukee Fatherhood Initiative, Be Inspired Works, Medical College of Wisconsin, and Gee's Clippers hosted the first of a series of forums called "Real Men, Real Talk, Barbershop Series" for men of color here in Milwaukee at Gee's Clippers, 2200 N Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Dr. "Real Men, Real Talk" is a safe place for men of color to build, … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Fatherhood Initiative presents ‘Real Men, Real Talk’
Jammin’ 98.3 FM hosts ‘Stokes Coats’ at Gee’s Clippers
On Thursday, December 16, 2021, Jammin'98.3 FM along with America Works of Wisconsin, Inc., and Gee's Clippers, 2200 N. MLK Dr., hosted "Stokes Coats." Jammin'98.3 FM radio host Earl Stokes and the staff of Gee's Clipers collected adult and children's coats for those in need here in Milwaukee. In total Earl and crew collected more than 500 new and gently used winter coats, well … [Read more...] about Jammin’ 98.3 FM hosts ‘Stokes Coats’ at Gee’s Clippers
Gee’s Wellness Clinic now offers free COVID-19 vaccines
Gee's MKE Wellness Clinic is located inside Gee's Clippers at 2200 N. Dr. MLK Jr., Dr. The wellness clinic is sponsored by Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield and supported by 17 Milwaukee community-based organizations and provides health education, referral resources, and even testing and vaccines to keep you and your families safe. No appointment or haircut required, just stop in … [Read more...] about Gee’s Wellness Clinic now offers free COVID-19 vaccines
Black men’s health—taking care of business
By Sandra Millon Underwood, RN, PhD, FAAN Professor, UW-Milwaukee School of Nursing New York Times editor Brent Staples reports that newspapers celebrating unsung Black heroes were for many years "religiously passed from home to home and read aloud in barbershops." Today, barbershop owners are using their businesses as venues to raise awareness about chronic diseases … [Read more...] about Black men’s health—taking care of business
Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity helps get voters registered for 2020 Presidential Election
On Saturday, September 26, 2020, the men of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., set up at Gee’s Clippers, 2200 N. Dr. M.L.King, Jr., Dr., to register voters for the 2020 Presidential Election. The Kappas, along with other voter registration volunteer organizations, will be all over the city getting people registered to vote, prior to the election on Tuesday, November 3, 2020. … [Read more...] about Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity helps get voters registered for 2020 Presidential Election
Despite challenges, King Drive looks to have a bright future
While many businesses continue to struggle due to the coronavirus pandemic, Deshea Agee, Executive Director of the Historic King Drive Business Improvement District (BID) #8, is using his unique skillsets to help ensure that businesses in his district not only survive the pandemic, but thrive. Agee, who has headed the King Drive BID for more than four years, is optimistic … [Read more...] about Despite challenges, King Drive looks to have a bright future
Gee’s Clippers and Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield launch free clinic to support men’s health in Milwaukee
On Tuesday, February 25, 2020, Gee's Clippers and Anthem Blue Cross BlueShield joined with Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett and Gee's Clippers owner Gaulien "Gee" Smith (at podium) for the grand-opening of Gee's Milwaukee Wellness Clinic, located in Gee's Clippers, 2220 N. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive. The clinic will be available to customers every Thursday, Friday and … [Read more...] about Gee’s Clippers and Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield launch free clinic to support men’s health in Milwaukee