Viola Cornelius' "Surprise 70th" Birthday Bash Event was hosted at the King Hall in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on February 26, 2022. This event was unique because Viola Cornelius is the baby girl out of 32 siblings and is highly loved and respected by everyone. Her actual birthday was February 22, which fell on a weekday this year, so her 6 kids, 19 grandchildren, 30 great … [Read more...] about Viola Cornelius celebrates surprise 70th birthday
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Congratulations to the new Mr. and Mrs. Whatley
On Friday, March 11, 2022, Romell (top photo, right) and Jacqulin Whatley (top photo, left) joined in holy matrimony in a private and intimate ceremony at Hawthorne Terrace Apartments, 7700 North Portland Ave. They were joined by close family and friends and the ceremony was presided over by Rev. Lovelace Redmond (top photo, center). "Congratulations & Best Wishes To … [Read more...] about Congratulations to the new Mr. and Mrs. Whatley
School Sisters of Notre Dame host ‘2022 Women’s Leadership Luncheon’
On Thursday, March 3, 2022, the School Sisters of Notre Dame Central Pacific Province hosted their annual "2022 Women's Leadership Luncheon" at the Wisconsin Club, 900 W. Wisconsin Ave. The luncheon recognizes women leaders who have made a positive difference in our community. The theme for this year's luncheon was, "A Title is Not a Leader;" the featured keynote speaker was … [Read more...] about School Sisters of Notre Dame host ‘2022 Women’s Leadership Luncheon’
MKE Fellows and MMOA honor local leaders for Black History Month
On February 28, 2022, Midwest Minority Officials Association (MMOA) hosted a special Black History Month salute for newly appointed WIAA Associate Director LeVar Ridgeway and new Alverno College head golf coach Richard Badger as part of a day-long salute to excellence and achievement at their brand new Associated Bank Center for Professional Development (ABC4PD) at 815 N. Water … [Read more...] about MKE Fellows and MMOA honor local leaders for Black History Month
Samad’s House Corp hosts ‘Black Balloon Release Day’ to recognize OD deaths
On Sunday, March 6, 2022, Samad's House, a sober living home, hosted a "Black Balloon Release Day," to honor those that have lost their lives to drug overdoses and those who continue to suffer from the perils of addiction. According to the Milwaukee County Medical Examiner's Office, between January 1 and October 18, 2020 there was an all-time high of 435 confirmed drug overdose … [Read more...] about Samad’s House Corp hosts ‘Black Balloon Release Day’ to recognize OD deaths
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., School celebrates Black film and HBCUs
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., School 's African American Immersion Program kicked off Black History Month with celebrating Black film by hosting a Black Film Festival for its scholars, February 3 and 11, 2022. During the Black Film Festival the students were able to view the following movies: Garrett's Gift (K-2nd); Ruby Bridges (3rd-5th); and The Watsons Go to Birmingham … [Read more...] about Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., School celebrates Black film and HBCUs
America’s Black Holocaust Museum officially reopens
On Friday, February 25, 2022, America's Black Holocaust Museum (ABHM) officially reopened its doors with a ribbon cutting celebration at its new home in the The Griot, 401 W. North Ave. America's Black Holocaust Museum is reemerging in Milwaukee's historic Bronzeville neighborhood more than a decade after it was forced to close. In 2008, two years after the death of its … [Read more...] about America’s Black Holocaust Museum officially reopens
Milwaukee Urban League celebrates ’61st Equal Opportunity Day’
On Wednesday, February 23, 2022, The Milwaukee Urban League (MUL) hosted its 61st Equal Opportunity Day at the Pfister Hotel downtown. Since its inception, Equal Opportunity Day unites leaders while celebrating the accomplishments of our aspiring youth and leaders and raises awareness of our most pressing community challenges while raising funds to directly support programs and … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Urban League celebrates ’61st Equal Opportunity Day’
Metropolitan M.B.C. celebrates 85th Church Anniversary
On Sunday, February 27, 2022, Metropolitan Missionary Baptist Church celebrated their 85th Church Anniversary at their sanctuary at 1345 West Burleigh St. The theme for the event was "Inspired by the past, Imagining the future," from Haggai 2:9. The guest preacher for the event was Greater Mount Eagle Missionary Baptist Church Pastor and Wisconsin General Baptist State … [Read more...] about Metropolitan M.B.C. celebrates 85th Church Anniversary
A Black History Month luncheon fit for a Queen
On Sunday, February 27, 2022, Dr. Jackie Edwards, International Mrs. USA 2021 hosted a "Black History Month Queen's Luncheon," at Taylor'd Event Studio, 3425 W. State Street. This event was an informative event for young women and girls, and highlighted the importance of representation and celebrated different Black Queens throughout history. The event featured many local … [Read more...] about A Black History Month luncheon fit for a Queen