On Thursday, May 19, 2022, The Greater Milwaukee Urban League (GMUL) hosted their "Man In The Mirror" event at America's Black Holocaust Museum, 401 W. North Ave. The intent of the event was to improve the GMUL mentoring of youth presence in the city of Milwaukee. They welcomed four speakers from the community to share their life experiences with our youth and how they … [Read more...] about Greater Milwaukee Urban League hosts ‘Man In The Mirror’ event
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Vivian King hosts special reading, conversation for National Stroke Awareness Month
On Saturday, May 21, 2022, award winning author Vivian L. King, hosted a special reading and conversation about her book, "When the Words Suddenly Stopped: Finding My Voice Again After a Massive Stroke" during National Stroke Awareness Month at the Wisconsin Black Historical Society and Museum, 2620 W. Center Street. African American women are twice as likely to suffer a stroke … [Read more...] about Vivian King hosts special reading, conversation for National Stroke Awareness Month
Robert Prince celebrates milestone 90th birthday
Robert Prince celebrated his 90th birthday on May 21, 2022. The celebration was held at the Westin Milwaukee on North Van Buren. Prince is a retired social worker for Milwaukee County. He is also a Korean War veteran and a member of the Milwaukee Alumni Chapter of Tennessee State University from where he graduated. He is a member of Calvary Baptist Church where he served as a … [Read more...] about Robert Prince celebrates milestone 90th birthday
Mount Pilgrim celebrates first gathering since start of COVID-19 pandemic
On Saturday, May 14 2022, Mount Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church celebrated their first church gathering “It’s A Family Affair” Banquet at the Four Points Sheraton Hotel. The program consisted of a welcome from Masters of Ceremonies Rev. Emmett and Sister Yelonda Nash, a fine dinner, praise dancing by Ayanna, family words of encouragement by Dr. Keith and Sister Shiron … [Read more...] about Mount Pilgrim celebrates first gathering since start of COVID-19 pandemic
The AKA’s celebrate ‘A Day at the Derby’
The women of the Diamond Jubilee Pearls Foundation, Inc. of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.®, Upsilon Mu Omega Chapter hosted their 4th annual AKA Day at the Derby. Held on May 7, 2022, at the Silver Spring Golf and Banquet Center located in Menomonee Falls, WI, the guests displayed their flower dresses, fancy fascinators, and debonair bow ties. In addition, the guests viewed … [Read more...] about The AKA’s celebrate ‘A Day at the Derby’
Milwaukee Environmental Sciences Academy hosts first annual ‘Brain Game’
On Friday, May 6, 2022, Milwaukee Environmental Sciences Academy (MESA) hosted the school's first annual "Brain Game." The Brain Game is a compendium of scientific information learned during the current school year. Participants were assisted by the vehicle of critical thinking, and introspection of their own personal intellect that they bring to the table as scholars. The … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Environmental Sciences Academy hosts first annual ‘Brain Game’
Brew City Cowboys hand out Easter gifts to those in need
On Sunday, April 17, 2022, Brew City Cowboys celebrated Easter by giving out Easter baskets and free rides on their horses to the children at All Stars Sports Bar, 4001 W. Fond du Lac Ave. Founded in May 2020 by President Bennie J. Morris, Sr., and a small group of like-minded black cowboys. Morris used the example of Wisconsin-based Rawhide Youth Services, which provides … [Read more...] about Brew City Cowboys hand out Easter gifts to those in need
Foundations for Freedom, Inc. hosts Blue Jazz Brunch
On Sunday, April 24, 2022, Foundations for Freedom, Inc., hosted "Kind of Blue Jazz Brunch," at Arts@Large, 1100 S. 5th St. The event brought supporters together to celebrate the organization's 8th anniversary and raise money for their Housing Solutions Project to strengthen and provide safe, dignified housing for women who have fled from sex trafficking and desire a hand-up to … [Read more...] about Foundations for Freedom, Inc. hosts Blue Jazz Brunch
Black Excellence Awards 2022 honors front line workers and 12 outstanding students
The 37th Annual Black Excellence Awards Program was held on Saturday, April 23, 2022, at the Four Points Sheraton Hotel in Brown Deer. Twelve high school seniors were awarded scholarships from the Louvenia Johnson Scholarship Foundation. The students were also presented laptops from Dr. Eve Hall of the Greater Milwaukee Urban League (GMUL). Dr. Hall is a former educator with … [Read more...] about Black Excellence Awards 2022 honors front line workers and 12 outstanding students
Making History: Cavalier Johnson is Milwaukee’s first African American elected mayor
On Tuesday, April 5, 2022, Milwaukee turned out to the polls to elect a new mayor. Since the a very packed field was narrowed in primary, the two top runners were interim Mayor Cavalier Johnson and former Ald. Bob Donovan. After the votes were tallied Cavalier Johnson receiving 71.69 percent of the vote, has been formally elected as our first new mayor in 18 years. Johnson is … [Read more...] about Making History: Cavalier Johnson is Milwaukee’s first African American elected mayor