On Sunday, December 29, 2024, in collaboration with Lila Allen of Papyrus & Charms (bottom right photo) and The Bronzeville Collective MKE, America's Black Holocaust Museum (ABHM) presented the Ujamaa Marketplace, a community event featuring more than 20 local makers and creatives. Attendees enjoyed shopping with local entrepreneurs, live poetry, door prizes, a children's … [Read more...] about Ujamaa Marketplace at America’s Black Holocaust Museum
Yvonne Kemp Photography
Nia Obotette redefines ‘the game’ for young readers through sports and representation
Caught in a moment with her six lively nieces and nephews— her biggest inspiration—award-winning author Nia Obotette, a.k.a. "NiaTheAuthor," is changing the face of children’s literature. Through her sports-focused stories, from hockey to triathlons, she’s showing kids they belong in every space, even the ones people never thought of looking for them in. “My goal is to empower … [Read more...] about Nia Obotette redefines ‘the game’ for young readers through sports and representation
Frontiers International Milwaukee Chapter steps and swings into 2025
On Tuesday, December 31, 2024, Frontiers International Milwaukee Chapter hosted a gala New Year's Eve party. Attendees rang in the new year with a bang! It was an unforgettable night of music, dancing, and celebration, with a live DJ, delicious food and drinks, and a countdown to midnight. The event was held as a fundraiser for the different community activities Frontier … [Read more...] about Frontiers International Milwaukee Chapter steps and swings into 2025
City leaders, community groups come together to remember victims of violence
On Sunday, December 29, 2024, faith leaders and community organizations came together for the "Forever in our Hearts: Milwaukee Homicide Candlelight Vigil," held at Ephesians Missionary Baptist Church, 2412 N. 6th St. Family members and friends of those impacted by violence lit candles and read the names of victims in the city this past year. Northcott Neighborhood House … [Read more...] about City leaders, community groups come together to remember victims of violence
Wisconsin Black Historical Society hosts opening night of Kwanzaa
On Thursday, December 26, 2024, the Wisconsin Black Historical Society, 2620 W. Center St., held the opening night Kwanzaa ceremony. Kwanzaa is an annual celebration of African American culture and heritage held from December 26 to January 1, culminating in gift-giving and a feast of faith, called Karamu Ya Imani. It celebrates the seven principles of Kwanzaa, or Nguzo Saba. … [Read more...] about Wisconsin Black Historical Society hosts opening night of Kwanzaa
Northcott Neighborhood House hosts 4th annual ‘Tis The Season Christmas Breakfast’
On Wednesday, December 25, 2024, Northcott Neighborhood House spent the morning serving meals and distributing toys to Milwaukee families, with a goal of providing more than 1,000 pre-cooked meals, at their 4th annual "Tis The Seasnon Christmas Breakfast." Tony Kearney, executive director of Northcott, emphasized that giving back is a team effort—one that has been going … [Read more...] about Northcott Neighborhood House hosts 4th annual ‘Tis The Season Christmas Breakfast’
Volunteers help feed thousands at Salvation Army’s ‘Christmas Day Family Feast’
On Wednesday, December 25, 2024, the Salvation Army along with more than 400 volunteers spent Christmas Day at the Baird Center in downtown Milwaukee, serving more than 1,000 meals to local families. The "Christmas Day Family Feast" is a 35-year tradition that both families and volunteers look forward to each year. Besides a delicious holiday meal there was music by DJ Homer … [Read more...] about Volunteers help feed thousands at Salvation Army’s ‘Christmas Day Family Feast’
Holy Redeemer Institutional C.O.G.I.C. hosts ‘Christmas on Mother Daniels Way’
On December 18, 2024, Holy Redeemer Institutional Church Of God In Christ (C.O.G.I.C.) hosted its annual holiday community event, "Christmas on Mother Daniels Way," hosted at the Mother Kathryn Daniels Conference Center, 3500 W. Mother Daniels Way. The event was able to provide toys, food baskets, COVID-19 boosters and flu shots, health screenings and health education for … [Read more...] about Holy Redeemer Institutional C.O.G.I.C. hosts ‘Christmas on Mother Daniels Way’
MKE Fellows hosts annual holiday luncheon
On Friday, December 20, 2024, the Milwaukee (MKE) Fellows celebrated another year of progress and shed more light on the progress that lies ahead for the MKE Fellows at their Holiday Luncheon hosted at ThriveOn, 2153 N. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Dr. This joyous occasion highlights the remarkable achievements of their fellows in internship, civic engagement, and scholarship, … [Read more...] about MKE Fellows hosts annual holiday luncheon
We Care Crew hosts ‘Breakfast with Santa’ at King Center
On Saturday, December 14, 2024, the We Care Crew hosted its annual “Breakfast with Santa” at the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Community Center, 1531 W. Vliet St. More than 250 children and their families played games, made craft projects, and best of all, picked out two gifts with help from members of the Milwaukee County Sheriffs (MCSO) and Milwaukee Police Department (MPD). … [Read more...] about We Care Crew hosts ‘Breakfast with Santa’ at King Center