Sandra Millon Underwood, RN, PhD, FAAN Professor Emerita UWM - College of Nursing Milwaukee has the distinct honor of having one of the oldest and largest Juneteenth Day celebrations in the country. And, with COVID-19 mandates eased, this family reunion-style day of food, fun, laughter, and camaraderie attracted more than 40,000 to this year’s Juneteenth Day street … [Read more...] about Juneteenth Day—more than food, family and fun
Northcott Neighborhood House
Northcott Neighborhood House Senior Club presents “Remember & Rejoice Luncheon”
On Friday, March 18, 2022, Northcott Neighborhood House Executive Director Tony A. Kearney, Sr., and Northcott Senior Club hosted "Remember & Rejoice Luncheon," at 2400 N. 6th Street. The luncheon was held in order to rejoice over the possible ending of the pandemic, and to spend time with good friends and great food. It was a chance to share one-on-one conversations once … [Read more...] about Northcott Neighborhood House Senior Club presents “Remember & Rejoice Luncheon”
Northcott Neighborhood House, Bader Philanthropies and Friends host ‘Tis the Season’ Thanksgiving event
On Friday, November 19, 2021, Northcott Neighborhood House (NNH), Bader Philanthropies and friends invited all to come and pick up their Thanksgiving dinner. Award winning Chef Lisa Kaye prepared 1,000 dinners for families of four, hence 4,000 meals. The menu included: baked chicken and southern cornbread dressing, macaroni and cheese, succulent green bean casserole, gravy, … [Read more...] about Northcott Neighborhood House, Bader Philanthropies and Friends host ‘Tis the Season’ Thanksgiving event
Northcott Neighborhood House & Bader Philanthropies host ‘1st Annual Trunk or Treat’
On Sunday, October 31, 2021, Northcott Neighborhood House, Bader Philanthropies and friends hosted their first ever annual "Trunk or Treat…It's About Our Children and Community Festival." The event was held on Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive between Burleigh and Locust Streets. Children who came in costume could visit every trunk and get treats, while parents could shop the … [Read more...] about Northcott Neighborhood House & Bader Philanthropies host ‘1st Annual Trunk or Treat’
Northcott Neighborhood House honors local leaders as part of Juneteenth Celebrations
On Friday, June 11, 2021, Northcott Neighborhood House hosted their "Because of Them We Can Awards," with the 50th Anniversary of Northcott's Juneteenth Celebration at On The Bayou restaurant, 2053 North Dr. Martin Luther King Drive. The event honored 24 outstanding leaders from our community including Clayborn Benson, City Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs, Tyrone Dumas, LaMarr … [Read more...] about Northcott Neighborhood House honors local leaders as part of Juneteenth Celebrations
Juneteenth Milwaukee Golden Anniversary…It’s Countdown Time
On Tuesday, June 15, 2021, Northcott Neighborhood House hosted a press conference at their offices, 2460 N. 6th St., to kick off their Juneteenth Celebrations that will take place Saturday, June 19. During the press conference several announcements were made, including the Juneteenth Golden Anniversary mural will be designed by Vedale Hill, whose studio is in the Bronzeville … [Read more...] about Juneteenth Milwaukee Golden Anniversary…It’s Countdown Time
Northcott Neighborhood House announce the return of the Juneteenth celebration, just in time for its 50th anniversary
On Tuesday, May 25, 2021, Northcott Neighborhood House (NNH) hosted a press conference at their offices, 2460 N. 6th Street, to announce this year's Juneteenth Day activities. NNH Executive Director Tony A. Kearney, Sr., (right photo) announced that this year's theme will be, "History and Heritage meets Legacy and Promise," honoring the 50th Anniversary of Juneteenth Day. … [Read more...] about Northcott Neighborhood House announce the return of the Juneteenth celebration, just in time for its 50th anniversary
Northcott Neighborhood House, Inc., hosts candlelight vigil for 2020 homicide victims
On Wednesday, December 30, 2020 Northcott Neighborhood House, Inc. hosted its annual "Milwaukee Lights a Candle for Change: Candlelight Vigil For 2020 Homicide Victims," at El-Bethel Church of God in Christ, 5401 W. Good Hope Road. As it does every year, the vigil led by Northcott Executive Director Tony Kearney and Tamara Hoyans, a candle is lit representing a life lost to … [Read more...] about Northcott Neighborhood House, Inc., hosts candlelight vigil for 2020 homicide victims