On Friday, June 30, 2023, George and Sopheya Farrell celebrated their 10th wedding anniversary by having a private anniversary dinner at the Chef ’s Table, 500 S. 3rd St. They were joined by family and friends and all were treated like royalty by the Chef ’s Table professional staff and culinary brigade. Sopheya is guardianship representative supervisor for Easterseals … [Read more...] about George and Sopheya Farrell celebrate a special 10th wedding anniversary
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40th annual Bastille Days festival wraps up in Cathedral Square Park
Sunday, July 16, 2023 marked the final day of the four-day French themed Bastille Days festival held in Cathedral Square Park in downtown Milwaukee. "Esquires II" (pictured above) who were the last band to perform at the festival this year. Bastille Days returned for its 40th year of celebrating French history and culture and, of course, food; and visitors to the festival … [Read more...] about 40th annual Bastille Days festival wraps up in Cathedral Square Park
Wisconsin Black Chamber of Commerce presents Garfield’s 502 R&B Festival
On Saturday, July 15, 2023 Garfield’s 502 and Wisconsin Black Chamber of Commerce hosted Garfield's 502 R&B Festival at 502 West Garfield Avenue. Spanning blocks from 4th to 7th Streets, this vibrant festival brought together more than 20 live bands and 100 vendors offering food, novelties, and enlightening educational resources. With a focus on family-friendly … [Read more...] about Wisconsin Black Chamber of Commerce presents Garfield’s 502 R&B Festival
Brewers represent at the 2023 MLB All-Star Game
The annual MLB All-Star Game took place this year on Tuesday, July 11, 2023, in Seattle, WA. At the beginning of July, Brewers pitcher Devin Williams was named as the sole team member chosen to represent the Brewers at the annual event. However, this past weekend Williams chose to not play in the All-Star Game due to his heavy workload, though he still would be in attendance. … [Read more...] about Brewers represent at the 2023 MLB All-Star Game
Summerfest 2023: The biggest year yet for the annual music festival
For the past three weekends Milwaukee's annual music festival, Summerfest, hosted music acts big and small on their many stages at Henry Maier Festival Park, 200 N. Harbor Dr. On Saturday, July 8, 2023, the following Summerfest acts helped close out the festival: Smokey Robinson (left photo) on the Uline Stage and Ne-Yo (middle photo) on the BMO Pavilion stage. Friday last week … [Read more...] about Summerfest 2023: The biggest year yet for the annual music festival
Word of Hope Ministries hosts diverse business graduation and laptop award
On Saturday, June 10, 2023, Word of Hope Ministries, Inc., held its Diverse Business Development Program Graduation at Compel Family Life Center, 4057 N. Mayfair Rd. The event was the culmination of the eight-week Cohort for the Diverse Business Development Program. Their were various speakers who provided resources and information to small businesses. It was also an … [Read more...] about Word of Hope Ministries hosts diverse business graduation and laptop award
Milwaukee County celebrates grand opening of new North Side Mental Health Clinic
In an ongoing effort to address mental health within Milwaukee County, officials celebrated on Friday, June 2, 2023 the latest step made toward ensuring people in the community have access to essential services. "This movement is necessary, this movement is pivotal," said Dr. Aronica V. Williams, the chief medical officer for Milwaukee Health Services Incorporated. "The … [Read more...] about Milwaukee County celebrates grand opening of new North Side Mental Health Clinic
GMUL awards scholarships and laptops to more than 80 Milwaukee-area high school graduates
On Tuesday, June 13, 2023, The Greater Milwaukee Urban League (GMUL), along with the generous donations of Enterprise Holdings, Johnson Controls, Kohler Co., and the NBA Foundation, awarded more than 80 Milwaukee-area high school graduates scholarships and laptops at the The Peck Welcome Center at the Milwaukee County Zoo. Students were awarded $1,000 scholarships and/or … [Read more...] about GMUL awards scholarships and laptops to more than 80 Milwaukee-area high school graduates
NNH presents ‘Celebrate Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow’s Culture Jazz & Blues’ summer concert
On Saturday, June 24, 2023, Northcott Neighborhood House, Inc. presented "Celebrate Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow’s Culture Jazz & Blues Summer Concert" at Bernice and Clinton Rose Park. Featured artists included spoken word poet Ajamou Butler; Torrence & Company; IP Live; and Shonn Hinton & The Experience. The concert was hosted by WNOV’s Sharon “The Gospel Angel” … [Read more...] about NNH presents ‘Celebrate Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow’s Culture Jazz & Blues’ summer concert
YMCA and Ebenezer C.O.G.I.C. host ‘Avoiding Crisis: Planning Ahead for Caregiving and Aging’
On Thursday, June 22, 2023, the Young Men's Christian Association's (YMCA) senior exercise program at Ebenezer Church of God in Christ hosted a gathering for "Avoiding Crisis: Planning Ahead for Caregiving and Aging." This program is part of Milwaukee County Aging and Disabilities Services' 2023 Summer Caregiver Workshop Series, "Learning and Living Well Together." This program … [Read more...] about YMCA and Ebenezer C.O.G.I.C. host ‘Avoiding Crisis: Planning Ahead for Caregiving and Aging’