On Sunday, May 15, 2025, Eta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated, Milwaukee Alpha Pi Chapter, celebrated a combined Memorial Services and Merits and Awards Ceremony. The event was held at Wisconsin African American Women's Center (WAAW), where founder Josephine Hill is associated with Eta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated. For more than 80 years, Eta Phi Beta Sorority. … [Read more...] about Eta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. hosts ‘Memorial Services and Merits and Awards Ceremony’
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Community leaders tour new, quality affordable housing options across Milwaukee
On Friday, May 17, 2025, The Community Development Alliance (CDA), the collaborative responsible for implementing Milwaukee’s Collective Affordable Housing Strategic Plan to advance racial equity by providing a quality, affordable home for every Milwaukeean, hosted its tours of five model homes across Milwaukee. This is the second annual tour of homes to help inform leaders, … [Read more...] about Community leaders tour new, quality affordable housing options across Milwaukee
AKA’s Upsilon Mu Omega Chapter celebrates ‘7th Annual AKA Day at the Derby’
On Saturday, May 3, 2025, the women of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® Upsilon Mu Omega Chapter, in partnership with the Diamond Jubilee Pearls Foundation, hosted their "7th Annual AKA Day at the Derby" in celebration of the 151st running of the Kentucky Derby. The signature event brought together community members for an afternoon filled with elegance, entertainment, … [Read more...] about AKA’s Upsilon Mu Omega Chapter celebrates ‘7th Annual AKA Day at the Derby’
Northcott Neighborhood House partners with Summerfest to celebrate Juneteenth at the Maier Festival Park
On Tuesday, May 6, 2025, Northcott Neighborhood House and Milwaukee World Festival announced that Juneteenth celebrations on King Drive will partner with Summerfest this year—creating a day-long celebration of freedom and unity across Milwaukee. The traditional Juneteenth festivities will remain on King Drive from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., but this year will feature a special … [Read more...] about Northcott Neighborhood House partners with Summerfest to celebrate Juneteenth at the Maier Festival Park
GMUL hosts ‘S.T.E.A.M. ‘n2 Careers Youth Summit’ at Discovery World
On Friday, May 9, 2025, the Greater Milwaukee Urban League (GMUL) along with Kohler Co. and SC Johnson, partnered to present the "S.T.E.A.M. 'n2 Careers Youth Summit" at Discovery World Science and Technology Museum. The one-day summit connected students with professional and educational opportunities in science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (S.T.E.A.M.) and … [Read more...] about GMUL hosts ‘S.T.E.A.M. ‘n2 Careers Youth Summit’ at Discovery World
Black Child Development Institute – Wisconsin hosts 2nd annual gala
On Thursday, May 1, 2025, the Black Child Development Institute - Wisconsin (BCDIWI), held its 2005 gala – titled “Building Literacy, Empowering Futures," as they celebrated the power of literacy to transform the lives of children across Wisconsin, at the Hilton Milwaukee City Center, 509 W. Wisconsin Ave. The nonprofit focuses on improving the quality of life of black children … [Read more...] about Black Child Development Institute – Wisconsin hosts 2nd annual gala
CAPITA Productions hosts 3rd annual ‘We Are The Drum’ awards and scholarship brunch
On Saturday, May 3, 2025, City at Peace in the Arts (CAPITA) Productions hosted its 3rd annual "We Are The Drum" awards and scholarship brunch." This event is an extension of its annual stage production, “We Are The Drum.” Earl Ingram, a board member of CAPITA and popular radio talk show host (WAUK 540-AM), served as emcee. The event committee members were event chair Cora … [Read more...] about CAPITA Productions hosts 3rd annual ‘We Are The Drum’ awards and scholarship brunch
C.H. Mason and Outreach Community Health Centers announce partnership
On Friday, April 25, 2025, C.H. Mason Health Clinic and Outreach Community Health Centers (OCHC) announced their partnership to enhance access to comprehensive health services within our local communities, at the C.H. Mason Health Clinic, 4858 N. Mother Daniels Way. Through this collaboration, OCHC will provide essential support and guidance to C.H. Mason Health Clinic, helping … [Read more...] about C.H. Mason and Outreach Community Health Centers announce partnership
The Greater Milwaukee Urban League hosts annual meeting
The Greater Milwaukee Urban League (GMUL) and their Board of Directors held its Annual Meeting on Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at the Johnson Controls headquarters, 507 E. Michigan St. The GMUL’s President and CEO, Dr. Eve M. Hall, stated that the theme, "Sustaining Legacy and Impact," encapsulated the organization's dual commitment to honoring its historical significance while … [Read more...] about The Greater Milwaukee Urban League hosts annual meeting
Greater New Birth Church hosts The Vesper Choir
On Tuesday, March 19, 2025, the Milwaukee Alumni Chapter of the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UNPB) and Greater New Birth Church located at 8237 W. Silver Spring Dr., hosted the university's renowned Vesper Choir at a public performance. The Vesper Choir is under the direction of Jerron A. Liddell. The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Vesper Choir is … [Read more...] about Greater New Birth Church hosts The Vesper Choir