On Saturday, March 16, 2019, Mayor Tom Barrett hosted the United Negro College Fund (UNCF) Mayor's Masked Ball at the Milwaukee Art Museum. The UNCF Masked Ball is one of Milwaukee's signature fundraising galas and premier social events of the year. Hosted by a diverse group of corporate sponsors and individuals, it brings together local celebrities, dignitaries, civic leaders, … [Read more...] about Mayor Barrett hosts 2019 UNCF’s Masked Ball
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Milwaukee Urban League hosts 2019 Annual Meeting
On Wednesday, March 13, 2019, The Milwaukee Urban League (MUL) hosted its annual meeting at Froedtert and the Medical College of Wisconsin's Helfaer Auditorium, 9200 W. Wisconsin Ave. This year's meeting celebrated 100 years of the MUL empowering communities and changing lives in Milwaukee. The meeting showcased the League's commitment to their mission by acknowledging … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Urban League hosts 2019 Annual Meeting
Holy Redeemer hosts Cultural Diversity Concert featuring Howard University Gospel Choir
On Friday, March 8, 2019, Bishop Sedgwick Daniels and Holy Redeemer Institutional Church of God in Christ hosted a Cultural Diversity Concert featuring the Howard University Gospel Choir at the church, 3500 West Mother Daniels Way. The event also featured performances from Holy Redeemer Mass Choir and Holy Redeemer Daughters of Destiny. … [Read more...] about Holy Redeemer hosts Cultural Diversity Concert featuring Howard University Gospel Choir
National Association of Black Accounts, Inc. presents Generational Wealth workshop
On Tuesday, March 5, 2019, The Milwaukee chapter of the National Association of Black Accountants, Inc., hosted a workshop on "Generational Wealth," at the WWBIC Center, 1533 N. River Center Dr. The workshop was presented by NABA Milwaukee Chapter founder Mark Purnell (seated front row, 2nd from right), a financial advisor with 33 years of experience in the financial … [Read more...] about National Association of Black Accounts, Inc. presents Generational Wealth workshop
‘We Are the Drum 2019’ celebrates Black History
On Friday, February 15, 2019, CAPITA Productions presented its highly anticipated show "We Are The Drum" at Marshall High School auditorium. "We Are the Drum" is an educational, entertaining, high-energy, professionally produced show using powerful singing, poetry, dance and inspiration that celebrates 400 years of our people’s rich African American heritage, history and … [Read more...] about ‘We Are the Drum 2019’ celebrates Black History
Correction: Zion Hill MBC celebrates women for Black History Month
On Sunday, February 24, 2019, Zion Hill Missionary Baptist Church hosted its annual Black History program at the church, 1825 W. Hampton Ave. This year's Black History Program theme was "Celebrating Women," and featured a special tribute to music icon Aretha Franklin. As part of the event four outstanding women and church members were honored for their years of service to the … [Read more...] about Correction: Zion Hill MBC celebrates women for Black History Month
New Jubilee Youth Chorale hosts 12th annual concert
On February 22, 2019, The New Jubilee Youth Chorale hosted its 12th Annual Concert at Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church. The choir is made up of youth and young adults from more than five different churches in Milwaukee including Eastbrook Church, Greater Galilee Baptist Church, Metropolitan Missionary Baptist Church, Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church, and St. Matthew C.M.E. … [Read more...] about New Jubilee Youth Chorale hosts 12th annual concert
Local sisters celebrate 83rd birthday together
Flora Rieves and Lola Neely (insert) celebrated their 83rd birthday with family members and friends this past summer. These ladies are formerly from Shreveport, Louisiana. The birthday celebration was held at the home of the late Arthur Tyler and Addie Tyler located on First and Center Street. Rieves and Neely have been upstanding community contributors and residents for many … [Read more...] about Local sisters celebrate 83rd birthday together
CTSI and Pastors United host 2019 pastoral meeting to spread the word about early learning phone app Vroom
On Thursday, February 21, 2019, the Clinical and Translation Science Institute (CTSI) of Southeast Wisconsin, in partnership with the Herzfeld Foundation and Pastors United, hosted their 2019 Spring Pastoral Meeting at the Medical College of Wisconsin Kerrigan Auditorium, 8701 Watertown Plank Road. The purpose of the meeting was to get local pastors on board with helping to … [Read more...] about CTSI and Pastors United host 2019 pastoral meeting to spread the word about early learning phone app Vroom
Milwaukee Bucks honor former player and general manager Wayne Embry
On Thursday, February 21, 2019, the Milwaukee Bucks honored former Bucks player and general manager Wayne Embry (center) before their evening game against the Boston Celtics at the Fiserv Forum. The City of Milwaukee and the State of Wisconsin recognized Embry for his accomplishments and impact on NBA history by proclaiming Thursday Wayne Embry Day. Embry played the final … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Bucks honor former player and general manager Wayne Embry