A media-rich space in lower Manhattan celebrates Robinson’s life and promotes dialogue on race relations and other social issues More than 75 years after Jackie Robinson made his debut with the Brooklyn Dodgers, the Jackie Robinson Foundation (JRF) will open the doors to a museum in his honor Tuesday, July 26, 2022. Located at 75… [Read More]
Ribbon Cuttings Archives
Employ Milwaukee expands its reach, opens new resource center on city’s south side
May 26, 2022
Employ Milwaukee is expanding its reach. On Monday, May 23, 2022, there was a ribbon cutting for Employ Milwaukee’s new satellite location on the city’s south side. “Well, Employ Milwaukee does provide a lot of resources and I feel it’s going to help us as clients learn more,” said Elizabeth Deja, a local mother. For… [Read More]
Frost family celebrates the grand opening of two family businesses, Elie Bleu Threading and Spa and Frost Realty
April 7, 2022
On Thursday, March 24, 2022, Kaycee and Jonathan Frost cut the ribbon on not one but two new business at 72nd and North Ave. Milwaukee native Kaycee Frost opened Elie Bleu (pronounced Ellie Blue) Threading and Spa, 7131 W. North Ave. Kaycee got her start in the beauty industry at the age of 10, when… [Read More]
America’s Black Holocaust Museum officially reopens
March 3, 2022
On Friday, February 25, 2022, America’s Black Holocaust Museum (ABHM) officially reopened its doors with a ribbon cutting celebration at its new home in the The Griot, 401 W. North Ave. America’s Black Holocaust Museum is reemerging in Milwaukee’s historic Bronzeville neighborhood more than a decade after it was forced to close. In 2008, two… [Read More]
Taste of Lindsay Heights Café celebrates with grand opening and ribbon cutting
October 7, 2021
On Saturday, October 2, 2021, The Taste of Lindsay Heights, 1617 W. North Ave., a brand new and innovative carryout café featuring cuisine from local food entrepreneurs opened for business. The cafe is owned and operated by Walnut Way Conservation Corps, a resident-driven nonprofit organization which promotes work, wealth and wellness within the Lindsay Heights… [Read More]
