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
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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’
Milwaukee Urban League hosts Holiday Bazaar at Auer Avenue School
On Monday, December 20, 2021, the Milwaukee Urban League and Auer Avenue School hosted the annual Holiday Bazaar at the school, located at 2319 West Auer Ave. The Holdiay Bazaar provides Auer students the opportunity to shop for holiday presents as well as participate in a day of joy. Students purchased tickets and used them to "buy" gifts for friends and family. This event … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Urban League hosts Holiday Bazaar at Auer Avenue School
First Annul Winter Wonderland at Freight 38
On Sunday, December 19, 2021, Carmen A. Murguia (left photo, right) and Phantom Promotions' Sir Wayne Griffin (left photo, left) hosted the first annual "Winter Wonderland" event at Freight 38, 838 S. 1st Street. The holiday party was the first of its kind as the event catered to members of the LGBTQ+ community who were 40 and older, for socializing, dancing and networking … [Read more...] about First Annul Winter Wonderland at Freight 38
Jammin’ 98.3 FM hosts ‘Stokes Coats’ at Gee’s Clippers
On Thursday, December 16, 2021, Jammin'98.3 FM along with America Works of Wisconsin, Inc., and Gee's Clippers, 2200 N. MLK Dr., hosted "Stokes Coats." Jammin'98.3 FM radio host Earl Stokes and the staff of Gee's Clipers collected adult and children's coats for those in need here in Milwaukee. In total Earl and crew collected more than 500 new and gently used winter coats, well … [Read more...] about Jammin’ 98.3 FM hosts ‘Stokes Coats’ at Gee’s Clippers
Ascension Ebenezer Resource Center hosts Christmas Toys Giveaway
Volunteers at the Ascension Ebenezer Resource 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, Inc. Sponsors included The … [Read more...] about Ascension Ebenezer Resource Center hosts Christmas Toys Giveaway
Milwaukee Health Services, Inc., ‘Annual Holiday Dinner Giveaway’
Milwaukee Health Services Inc., hosted its Sixth Annual Holiday Dinner & Conquer Safety Kit Giveaway and Conquer COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic on Friday, December 17, 2021. The day-long event took place at the Isaac Coggs Heritage Health Center from 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. MHSI’s providers, clinical support staff and registration continued working as a normal clinic day. … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Health Services, Inc., ‘Annual Holiday Dinner Giveaway’