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
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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
Voice of the Fatherless Child brings holiday joy to families in need
On Sunday, December 8, 2024, organizers and volunteers for Voice of the Fatherless Child (VOFC) loaded up a truck in front of the Home Depot on 4155 N. Port Washington Rd. to bring Christmas to seven deserving families for their 16th annual "Single Parent Christmas Giveaway." The annual event helps brings Christmas to much deserving families who happen to need a little help … [Read more...] about Voice of the Fatherless Child brings holiday joy to families in need
Top Teens of America holds its fall induction for 11 local youth
Top Ladies of Distinction, Incorporated (TLOD), Milwaukee Chapter, held its Fall Top Teens of America (TTA) Induction Ceremony, Sunday, December 8, 2024, at Jerusalem Empowered A. M. E. Church. The event had wonderful support from parents and friends. The Milwaukee Chapter is one of the most productive and competitive chapters among 126 in the organization. Leadership … [Read more...] about Top Teens of America holds its fall induction for 11 local youth
Leon M. Staples, Sr., celebrates 75th birthday
A host of family and friends gathered on Saturday, December 7, 2024, at Terri Lynn’s Soul Food Express for a surprise 75th birthday party for Leon M. Staples, Sr. Leon is a Milwaukee native, a graduate of Rufus King High School and a 1975 graduate of Milwaukee Area Technical College. He is retired from the Milwaukee Police Department and the US Navy Reserve. He is the father of … [Read more...] about Leon M. Staples, Sr., celebrates 75th birthday
Pauline Redmond Coggs Foundation’s Debutante Cotillion celebrates 50th anniversary
The 50th anniversary of the Pauline Redmond Coggs Foundation’s Debutante Cotillion was celebrated on Saturday, November 30, 2024, at the Baird Center, in downtown Milwaukee. It was the return of this significant community event since the pandemic. The first Debutante Cotillion was held in 1974, sponsored by Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, Epsilon Kappa Omega Chapter. … [Read more...] about Pauline Redmond Coggs Foundation’s Debutante Cotillion celebrates 50th anniversary