The Upsilon Mu Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., hosted its annual Family Fun Day event. Family Fun Day is their way of welcoming the back-to-school season and providing an afternoon of fun and support for families in the community. The event was held on August 17, 2024, at Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Elementary School, 3275 N. 3rd St. Free admission was … [Read more...] about Upsilon Mu Omega Chapter of AKA Sorority, Inc., hosts annual ‘Family Fun Day’
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African American Breastfeeding Network hosts ’10th Annual Lift Up Every Baby!’
On Saturday, August 24, 2024, the African American Breastfeeding Network (AABN) hosted its "10th Annual Lift Up Every Baby!" (LUEB) celebration at the beautiful Heritage Green Park, at N. 62nd St. and Custer Ave. This year’s theme, "Growing Stronger Together," emphasized the crucial intersection of birth and community, and a decade of the group's collective commitment to … [Read more...] about African American Breastfeeding Network hosts ’10th Annual Lift Up Every Baby!’
Robert and Rhoda Harris’ 50th wedding anniversary
High school sweethearts, Robert and Rhoda Harris celebrated 50 wonderful years of marriage on August 2, 2024. A garden party with family and, friends located in Cudahy, WI was hosted by their daughter and son-in-law Sopheya and George Farrell, and older brother DaShawn Harris from Denver, CO. … [Read more...] about Robert and Rhoda Harris’ 50th wedding anniversary
VP Harris and Gov. Walz host watch party and rally at Fiserv Forum
On August 20, 2024, in a massive show of force coinciding with the roll call vote at the Democratic National Convention, Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz took the stage in front of a packed house at the Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, WI – in the same venue where Republicans had held their national convention the month before. Both candidates spoke to … [Read more...] about VP Harris and Gov. Walz host watch party and rally at Fiserv Forum
’24th Annual Fellowship Open’ celebrates friends and supporters while helping youth
On Thursday and Friday, August 22, August 23, 2024, the MKE Fellows hosted the "24th Annual Fellowship Open," an annual golf tournament, celebration and community gathering of friends and supporters who remain dedicated to serving young people in Milwaukee. For 24 years, the Fellowship Open tradition of acknowledging exceptional achievement and recognizing outstanding … [Read more...] about ’24th Annual Fellowship Open’ celebrates friends and supporters while helping youth
Outreach Community Health Centers launches new residency program
On Friday, August 16, 2024, Outreach Community Health Centers (OCHC), the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW), Froedtert Health, and Children’s Wisconsin hosted a ribbon cutting to celebrate their partnership in the development and operation of Wisconsin’s first Teaching Health Center, which facilitates a new family medicine residency, located at Outreach Community Health … [Read more...] about Outreach Community Health Centers launches new residency program
Milwaukee Brewers celebrate history and legacy of the Negro Leagues
On Sunday, August 18, 2024, the Milwaukee Brewers paid tribute to the 1923 Milwaukee Bears and the rich history of the Negro Leagues with the Annual Negro Leagues Tribute Game (NLTG). A pre-game ceremony honored the impact of the Negro Leagues with a meaningful “Pass the Bat” ceremony (top photo, from left) with Dennis Biddle, Larry Hisle, Blake Perkins and RBI Athlete Matthew … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Brewers celebrate history and legacy of the Negro Leagues
C.H. Mason Clinic celebrates expansion
On Friday, August 16, 2024, Holy Redeemer Church of God in Christ celebrated the clinic expansion, 4858 North Mother Daniels Way, with a ribbon-cutting. The expansion creates the opportunity to expand their capacity and offer a wider range of clinical services, while enhancing overall patient care. As an added benefit during this event, the clinic presented their two new … [Read more...] about C.H. Mason Clinic celebrates expansion
10th Annual Bronzeville Sleepover for Education
On Friday and Saturday, August 9-10, 2024 the Historic King Drive BID No. 8 (Business Improvement District) and others were outside in front of Pete’s Fruit Market on the corner of Martin Luther King Drive and North Ave. collecting school supplies for Milwaukee Public Schools’ (MPS) students in need. The ‘School Supply Drive’ has been apart of Bronzeville week for the past … [Read more...] about 10th Annual Bronzeville Sleepover for Education
United Negro College Fund hosts ’40th Annual Walk for Education’
On Saturday, August 10, 2024, The United Negro College Fund (UNCF) hosted its "40th Annual Walk for Education" at Veteran’s Park, 1010 N. Lincoln Memorial Dr. The "Walk for Education" helps UNCF raise funds to support black students in their education endeavors. This year's Grand Marshal for the walk was Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson. “UNCF and the Historically Black … [Read more...] about United Negro College Fund hosts ’40th Annual Walk for Education’