The Breakfast Club MKE met at the Family Table Restaurant for their monthly get-together. This month they celebrated Mac Weddle's birthday. Milwaukee Bucks Senior Vice President Alex Lasry surprised the group with the Buck's Championship trophy and John Daniels brought his championship ring. These men have been friends for more then 40 years. They are in the process of putting … [Read more...] about The Breakfast Club MKE celebrates Mac Weddle’s birthday with surprise guest
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The Milwaukee Chapter of Alpha Pi Sorority help out the homeless and families in need
The Milwaukee Chapter of Alpha Pi Sorority donated clothing and hygiene items on Saturday, January 22, 2022, to the Repairers of the Breach, 1335 West Vliet Street. This is an annual community service project performed by Alpha Pi. Mary Meredith-Bullock coordinated the event along with Chapter President Mahalia Kirk. The Alpha Pi Sorority sponsors numerous community projects as … [Read more...] about The Milwaukee Chapter of Alpha Pi Sorority help out the homeless and families in need
The rest of 3rd Street renamed in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
On Monday, January 17, 2022, city dignitaries and community leaders gathered at the corner of 3rd and Wisconsin, on Dr. Martin Luther, Jr. Day to pay tribute to the great civil rights leader by re-naming the rest of 3rd Street, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive. Originally, King Drive ran north from McKinley to West Capitol Drive; now everything from McKinley south to Wisconsin … [Read more...] about The rest of 3rd Street renamed in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Bishop Osie Tatum, Jr., celebrates a grand 80th birthday
On Sunday, January 16, 2022, Mason Temple Church of God in Christ hosted a very special 80th Birthday Celebration honoring Bishop Osie Tatum, Jr., at Davians Catering and Events, N56 W16300 Silver Spring Dr., Menomonee Falls. Bishop Tatum was born on January 7, 1942, in Dumas, AR to the late Deacon Osie Tatum, Sr., and the late State Supervisor Mother Ernestine A. … [Read more...] about Bishop Osie Tatum, Jr., celebrates a grand 80th birthday
2021 victims of violence honored in annual candlelight vigil
On Thursday, December 30, 2021 MICAH, Pastors United, Northcott Neighborhood House and Ephesians Missionary Baptist Church closed out 2021 with their annual "Homicide Candlelight Vigil," at Ephesians M.B.C., 2412 N. 6th St. The event honored the more than 200 homicide victims in Milwaukee this past year. Community and religious leaders took lit candles and took turns reading … [Read more...] about 2021 victims of violence honored in annual candlelight vigil
MKE Fellows host special annual holiday luncheon
On Friday December 17, 2021, the MKE Fellows hosted a very special holiday luncheon at Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) downtown campus, 1015 N. 6th Street. As part of the holiday luncheon attendees were able to meet students old and new, as well as community partners who support the program while enjoying some delicious food. As part of the luncheon the fellows … [Read more...] about MKE Fellows host special annual holiday luncheon
Salvation Army hosts 32nd Annual Christmas Family Feast
On Saturday, December 25, 2021, Christmas Day, the Salvation Army hosted its annual Christmas Family Feast at the Wisconsin Center, 400 W. Wisconsin Ave. Normally the Salvation Army would be serving a sit-down meal, with singers, gifts and Santa. However, due to the pandemic, dinner was curbside pick-up only. Everyone that arrived received a to-go Styrofoam box filled with … [Read more...] about Salvation Army hosts 32nd Annual Christmas Family Feast
Our Daily Bread hosts Christmas toys giveaway
Volunteers at Our Daily Bread and Ascension Ebenezer Resources Center stood ready to assist with a Christmas Toy Giveaway on December 18, 2021. Approximately 220 children aged 10 and under received a Christmas gift, had the opportunity to stock up on food staples, were read stories and had their pictures taken courtesy of Our Daily Bread Community Outreach Center, … [Read more...] about Our Daily Bread hosts Christmas toys giveaway
Hoan Bridge lights up for Kwanzaa
LIGHT THE HOAN! The Hoan Bridge came to life as our community celebrated Kwanzaa on its First Day, Sunday, December 26, 2021, at 642 East Erie Street. The first principle of Kwanzaa honors "UMOJA," which means to strive for and maintain unity in the family, community, nation, and race. The Lighting of the Hoan Bridge Kwanzaa Celebration is a collaboration with Carmen A. … [Read more...] about Hoan Bridge lights up for Kwanzaa
Voice of the Fatherless Child presents ‘I Want A Father for Christmas’
On December 17 and 18, 2021, Voice of the Fatherless Child, America Works of Wisconsin, and Community Advocates presented an original stage show called "I Want A Father For Christmas" and a resource fair for fathers at the King Center, 1531 W. Vliet Street. The show is the brainchild of Voice of the Fatherless Child President and Founder Monte R. Mabra and was sold out both … [Read more...] about Voice of the Fatherless Child presents ‘I Want A Father for Christmas’